A Comprehensive Guide to Contract: The Apiarian Phantom in Witcher 3

Introduction

In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, players often embark on various contracts that test their monster-slaying abilities and problem-solving skills. One such intriguing contract is "Contract: The Apiarian Phantom." This quest takes Geralt into the mystical world of bees and essence, threading a unique narrative that intertwines with the local lore. In this guide, we will provide you with a detailed, step-by-step walkthrough to help you successfully complete this quest while uncovering its fascinating story elements.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Starting the Quest
2. Locate the quest: Travel to the region of Toussaint, preferably starting from a fast travel point near the village of Toussaint.

3. Speak to the quest giver: Find the concerned villager (usually by a signpost) who will tell you about the Apiarian Phantom. You may need to explore a bit to find them.

4. Investigate the Beehives

5. Head to the quest marker: After gathering information, make your way to the crime scene, typically located near a cluster of beehives.

6. Examine the area: Use your Witcher senses to investigate. Look for tracks and remnants of the incident.

   • Interact with the beehives to gather clues.
   • Look for signs of struggle and mouse over the items highlighted by your Witcher senses.

7. Collect Honey and Craft the Required Items

8. Acquire honey: Make sure you loot some honey from the beehives to help you later in the quest.

9. Create a beehive potion: As you progress, you’ll need to brew something specific to deal with the phantom.

   • Open your alchemy interface.
   • Find and craft the "Beehive Potion" using the honey and other ingredients you may have.

10. Prepare for the Confrontation

11. Gather necessary items: Make sure you’re stocked with healing potions and bombs for the upcoming battle.

12. Set your character build: Optimize your potions and gear focusing on preparing for mystical or magical creatures.

13. Track Down the Apiarian Phantom

14. Locate the phantom's lair: Head towards the marker on your map that indicates the next encounter.

15. Engage your Witcher senses: You’ll need to follow the trail left by the phantom which will appear as a glowing pathway.

    • Be prepared for any additional enemies while tracking.

16. Fight the Apiarian Phantom

17. Activate your defenses: Prepare for combat by activating any witcher signs like Quen for protection.

18. Battle strategy: Use both melee and ranged tactics cautiously since the phantom will summon bees during the fight. * * Focus on dodging its attacks and watch out for swarms of bees that may interfere. * Utilize your bombs and signs to deal damage effectively.

19. Conclude the Encounter

20. Defeat the phantom: After a fierce battle, you will finally overcome the Apiarian Phantom.

21. Loot the remains: Check the phantom’s body for loot which may help with quests and crafting.

22. Return to the Quest Giver

23. Travel back: Make your way back to the villager who hired you for the contract to share the news of your success.
24. Accept your reward: After a brief conversation, you will be rewarded for your efforts. This includes gold and possibly other items.

Conclusion

Completing the "Contract: The Apiarian Phantom" quest not only adds to Geralt's rich lore and history but also enriches the overall Witcher 3 experience through its unique dialogue and combat mechanics. This guide should help you traverse through the quest smoothly, enabling you to tackle the eerie mysteries that lurk in the world of blood and bees. Happy hunting!