Navigate 'Contract: Mystery of the Byways Murders' in The Witcher 3. Find clues, defeat the monster, and claim your reward with our detailed walkthrough.
Walkthrough
- 1Find the contract notice titled 'Contract: Mystery of the Byways Murders' on a notice board in the village of Oreton, located in the Velen region.
- 2Speak with the contract giver, a local farmer, to learn about the missing villagers and the creature responsible.
- 3Head to the designated area and use your Witcher Senses to investigate the scene of the disappearances. Look for tracks, bloodstains, and other clues.
- 4Follow the monster's tracks using your Witcher Senses. The trail will lead you through the surrounding wilderness.
- 5You will eventually come across a cave or lair where the monster resides. Prepare for a fight.
- 6The monster is a [Monster Type - e.g., Griffin, Wyvern, etc., specify if known from source]. Use appropriate oils and signs (e.g., Igni for fire-based creatures, Aard for knockdowns) based on the monster's weaknesses.
- 7Engage and defeat the monster in combat.
- 8Return to the contract giver in Oreton to report your success and claim your reward.
Tips
- Always use your Witcher Senses to follow tracks and find hidden clues.
- Prepare for the fight by brewing relevant potions (e.g., Thunderbolt for increased attack power) and applying the correct sword oil.
- Learn the monster's attack patterns to effectively dodge or block.
- Consider the environment during the fight; use it to your advantage if possible.
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