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Complete Guide to the Viper School Gear Scavenger Hunt in The Witcher 3

Introduction

The Scavenger Hunt: Viper School Gear quest in The Witcher 3 is an engaging treasure hunt that leads Geralt on an adventure to uncover the powerful Viper School gear. This guide will help you track down all pieces of the armor and weapons associated with the Viper School, providing detailed steps, locations, and tips for each find.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Starting the Quest

    • Head to the notice board in Oxenfurt to pick up the quest. Look for a notice titled "Scavenger Hunt: Viper School Gear."
    • Alternatively, if you've found the first piece of gear before reading the notice, the quest will trigger automatically.
  2. Finding the Viper School Sword (Part 1)

    • Travel to Glenmora and look for a cave called Grotto.
      • Enter the cave and defeat any monsters within.
      • Explore the cave to find a corpse, which will have the Viper School Sword diagram.
  3. Finding the Viper School Silver Sword

    • From the Grotto, head to Velen. Your next destination is the Ruined Tower within the Scavenger’s Camp.
      • Look for a large, abandoned ruin at the northern portion of the map.
        • Climb to the top of the tower and investigate the chest at the summit to find the Viper Silver Sword diagram.
  4. Finding the Viper School Armor

    • Next, make your way to the Cursed Cemetery near Novigrad.
      • You will need to fight through several ghouls in this area.
        • After clearing the area, search the grave of the Viper School’s founder to obtain the Viper Armor diagram.
  5. Finding the Viper School Gauntlets

    • Your next stop is Glastonbury via the Nekker Den.
      • Upon arriving, find the entrance to the den and be prepared for combat with Nekkers.
        • Inside the den, you will locate a small chamber. Search the body at the end to find the Viper Gauntlets diagram.
  6. Finding the Viper School Boots

    • Head toward Kaer Morhen, specifically the location called Wolves' Lair.
      • Explore the area until you come across an abandoned hut.
        • Examine the chest inside for the Viper Boots diagram.
  7. Crafting the Viper School Gear

    • After gathering all the diagrams, return to any blacksmith or armorer with the required materials.
      • Ensure you have enough crafting components, which will generally consist of leather, monster parts, and ores.
      • Choose the appropriate crafting option to create each piece of gear.
  8. Completion of the Quest

    • Once all gears are crafted, you’ll receive a notification confirming the completion of the Scavenger Hunt: Viper School Gear quest.
    • Equip your new Viper School Gear to enjoy its benefits during your adventures in The Witcher 3!

Conclusion

Completing the Scavenger Hunt: Viper School Gear in The Witcher 3 not only nets you powerful armor and weapons but also enriches your gameplay experience through exploration and combat. Enjoy your new gear and be ready to tackle whatever challenges come your way in the world of Geralt of Rivia!