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Complete Guide to the Collect 'Em All Quest in Witcher 3

Introduction

The Collect 'Em All quest in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an engaging side quest that tasks players with collecting all Gwent cards. As Geralt of Rivia, you'll explore various regions, interact with different NPCs, and face off against opponents in Gwent games to complete your collection. This guide will help you navigate the intricacies of the quest, ensuring you gather every card along the way.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Start the Quest

    • Locate the quest trigger: The Collect 'Em All quest begins in Novigrad. Speak with a character named the “Gwent Player” or check the "Gwent" tab in your inventory.
      • Receive the quest: Once you initiate the conversation, you will learn about collecting Gwent cards and the players who have them.
      • Gather information: Ask about the Gwent players around the world to head in the right direction.
  2. Identify Gwent Players

    • Check your Gwent deck: Open your inventory and make sure to have some cards on hand for those initial matches.
      • Consult your map: Gwent players are often marked on the map; check for the letter ‘G’ indicating Gwent players.
      • Travel to the nearest Gwent player: You can start by going to Velen or Novigrad, which have a high concentration of players.
  3. Play Gwent Matches

    • Approach the player: Talk to the selected Gwent player to challenge them to a match.
      • Know your cards: Have a suitable deck curated for Gwent; ensure that you have balanced cards to better your chances of winning.
        • Winning the match: Defeat the opponent to possibly win a card as a reward; not all players offer cards, but many do.
  4. Collect Cards from Different Regions

    • Visit different regions: Players can be found in various locales such as White Orchard, Velen, Novigrad, Skellige, and beyond.
      • Consult merchants and quest givers: Some collectors or merchants will have unique cards for purchase or offer them after completing specific quests.
        • Document your finds: Keep track of which cards you've collected to avoid duplicates.
  5. Complete Specific Quests for Unique Cards

    • Focus on side quests: Certain Gwent cards are locked behind specific side quests. Make sure to complete quests like “A Dangerous Game” or others related to Gwent.
      • Importance of choices: The choices you make during these missions may affect the completion of Gwent tasks or your ability to face certain players.
        • Return to previous players if necessary: They may have more cards to offer after progressing in the storyline.
  6. Final Collection

    • Check your Gwent collection again: Ensure you have collected all base set cards, expansions, and unique cards.
      • Be thorough: Visit any players you may have skipped; after all main side quests are complete, some players may offer additional cards.
        • Review the ‘Card List’ in your inventory: Use this to confirm completion and check off the ones you are missing.

Conclusion

Completing the Collect 'Em All quest can be both challenging and rewarding. By methodically approaching various Gwent players across the rich and expansive world of Witcher 3, you will gather an impressive collection of cards. Whether you seek to build your Gwent strategy or simply enjoy the thrill of collecting, this guide serves as your reference to ensure no card goes uncollected. Happy gaming!