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Complete Guide to the Equine Phantoms Quest in Witcher 3

Introduction

The "Equine Phantoms" quest in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt offers players an intriguing blend of horse racing and card gameplay as Geralt encounters a ghostly horse. This quest further delves into the lore of the game, providing an opportunity to win a unique prize—a spectral horse. In this guide, we will walk you through the entire quest, ensuring you successfully navigate the challenges involved.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  • Start the Quest

    • Travel to the Skellige Isles, specifically to the Velen area.
    • Locate the Keira Metz quest marker where you will receive the quest prompt.
    • Speak to Keira Metz to learn more about the spectral horses and the race.

  • Choose Your Horse

    • Head to the starting point for the horse race and meet your competitors.
    • Select your horse carefully. You should pick Roach if you want more familiarity, but consider the faster options available.
    • Ensure you stock up on enhancements (like food for stamina recovery during the race).

  • Participate in the Race

    • The race will have several competitors. Follow the course markers on your mini-map.
      • Be aware of other racers and take advantage of shortcuts.
      • Use the Z (or your mapped button) to sprint when your stamina allows.
      • Make tight turns where possible to maintain speed.

  • Defeating the Specters

    • After completing the first lap, you will get a cutscene that introduces the spectral horses.
    • You will need to keep pace with them. Use your horse’s abilities effectively to dive through any obstacles.
    • Watch out for the specters’ special attacks; they may attempt to slow you down or hinder your racing.

  • Completing the Horse Race

    • Finish the race in first place by strategically avoiding collisions and maintaining your speed.
    • Exceed your competitors in the final stretch by using your sprint wisely.

  • Gwent Match with the Specter

    • After winning the race, the spectral horse will challenge you to a Gwent match.
    • Ensure your deck is optimized. Use cards with high power and abilities that counteract opponents' strategies.
      • Utilize scouts and spies to gain cards and keep your hand full.
      • Deploy strategic plays while maintaining your resources throughout the match.
    • Win the Gwent game to unlock additional lore about the spectral horse.

  • Claim Your Reward

    • After defeating the spectral apparition in the Gwent match, you’ll be rewarded with the horse.
    • Interact with the ghostly horse to activate a brief scene that reveals more about its history.
    • Follow the dialogue options to conclude the quest and learn how this horse can assist you in your journeys.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the "Equine Phantoms" quest in The Witcher 3. Throughout this engaging quest, you dealt with exciting racing mechanics, explored rich lore, and tested your skill in Gwent. The unique spectral horse is now part of your adventure, ready to accompany Geralt on further exploits across the lands of the Continent. Happy gaming!