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Master Armorers Quest Walkthrough for The Witcher 3

Introduction

In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the Master Armorers quest is a vital component for players looking to enhance Geralt’s gear and maximize combat effectiveness. This quest requires you to locate and seek the services of skilled armorers across the game’s expansive world. This guide provides a detailed, step-by-step walkthrough to navigate this quest efficiently, unlocking the ability to craft master-level armor for your character.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Starting the Quest

  2. Begin your journey by acquiring the quest through the "Smithing" side quest from a blacksmith in the Skellige region or simply by encountering master armorers while exploring.

    • Head to the "Hunting Ground" in Skellige and speak to the local villagers about renowned armorers.
    • Obtain information regarding the locations of various master armorers.

  3. Finding Master Armorers

  4. You will need to track down several master armorers across the map. The notable locations are:

    • Hattori in Novigrad
      • Travel to the dregs of Novigrad.
      • Look for a hidden area where Hattori resides, behind the “Gwent - Playing for Keeps” quest's bar.
      • Initiate a dialogue with him to trigger his involvement in the quest.
    • Melitele's Temple Armorers in the Velen Region
      • Make your way to the ruins of Melitele's Temple.
      • Engage the NPCs and look for the blacksmith.
      • Complete any side tasks they assign to earn their favor.
    • Lindenvale Armorer
      • Head to Lindenvale in the Velen region and locate a small smithy.
      • Speak with the armorer and ensure you gather information about crafting items.

  5. Gathering Required Materials

  6. Different armorers will require unique materials to craft master-tier armor. Make sure you collect the following essential components:

    • Gold Ingots
      • Mine or purchase gold ingots from general merchants or from ore spots in the Skellige Isles.
    • Hide (Various Types)
      • Hunt wild creatures like wolves, bears, and golems to gather high-quality hides.
    • Monster Teeth / Claws
      • Defeat monsters like griffins, bears, and other fearsome beasts.
      • Loot their remains to collect necessary components for crafting.

  7. Returning to the Armorers

  8. Return to each of the armorers with the collected materials and converse with them.

    • Inform them you have the needed resources to craft the armor.
    • This interaction may require you to complete specific tasks or additional quests they may present.

  9. Crafting Master Armor

  10. Once you've provided the armorers with the materials and completed their quests, initiate the crafting process:

    • Select the choice to craft a new armor set.
    • Choose from the available Armors they can make while ensuring you have enough currency and resources.
    • Complete the crafting UI to successfully receive your crafted armor.

  11. Finalizing Master Armors

  12. After crafting, give the armorers feedback, and discuss any upgrades or future requests.
    • Equip your newly crafted master armor sets and test them in battles against formidable foes.
    • Optionally, offer any additional materials you have collected to further enhance their skills, resulting in better gear in the future.

Conclusion

Completing the Master Armorers quest in The Witcher 3 allows you to create some of the best armor available in the game, greatly enhancing Geralt's abilities in combat. By carefully locating each armorer, gathering the necessary materials, and following their requests, you'll not only finish the quest but also gear up Geralt for the challenges that lie ahead in your adventure across the Continent. Enjoy the game, and may your victories be many!