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Your Ultimate Guide to Completing the Coronation Quest in The Witcher 3

Introduction

The "Coronation" quest in The Witcher 3 is a pivotal moment in the game's political narrative, showcasing the intertwining of Geralt's fate with the realm's rulers. This quest not only emphasizes decision-making but also ties together the character arcs you've followed throughout the game. In this guide, you'll find a detailed walkthrough that will ensure you complete the quest successfully and achieve the best possible outcome.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  • Initiating the Quest

    • Start the quest by visiting Kaer Morhen. You can begin this quest after completing "The Battle of Kaer Morhen."
    • Speak with Ciri, and after some dialogue, you will agree to attend the coronation along with her.

  • Traveling to the Crowning Ceremony

    • Once you’ve decided to proceed, fast travel to Novigrad.
    • Head to the Temple Isle where the coronation is to take place.

  • Preparing for the Ceremony

    • Upon arrival, you will automatically be directed to the preparation area.
    • Interact with Dijkstra and Triss. Pay attention to their dialogues to understand the political implications of the ceremony.
    • You will be given the option to discuss the plans and strategies with them; engage thoroughly to gather information.

  • Entering the Ceremony

    • After the preparations, head over to the ceremony site.
    • You’ll witness the cutscene that introduces the key players at the coronation. Your character's choices now will significantly impact the outcome.

  • Dialogue Choices During the Ceremony

    • Be ready for critical choices in dialogues that will affect your relationship with the characters and the overall political landscape.
      • Choose Ciri's support if prompted. This increases her confidence.
      • If you have the option to speak out against any injustice, take a stance to influence the crowd’s perception.

  • The Aftermath of the Coronation

    • After the ceremony, you will face consequences based on the choices made.
    • Interact with characters who may confront you based on your decisions.
      • Pay close attention to Dijkstra's reaction; it can lead to further quest lines.

  • Finalizing Consequences

    • Once you have resolved the immediate fallout, meet with Ciri again.
    • You can finalize the quest’s impact on her future decisions and the consequences for the realm based on your choices in dialog and actions.

Conclusion

Completing the Coronation quest involves navigating a web of political intrigue and making choices that will shape the future of the characters involved. By following this detailed walkthrough, you should be able to successfully complete the quest and uncover the various outcomes based on your decisions. Enjoy the rich storytelling that The Witcher 3 is renowned for as you witness the unfolding of your choices!