The Nobleman Statuette Quest Walkthrough in The Witcher 3

Introduction

In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, quests often weave in and out of the rich narrative and exploration elements that make the game so captivating. One such quest is "The Nobleman Statuette," which involves uncovering a mystery centered on a statuette and dealing with various characters in the game world. This guide will provide a highly detailed, step-by-step walkthrough to ensure you complete this quest efficiently and enjoy the unfolding story.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

• Starting the Quest

  • Head to Novigrad and make your way to the Gildorf district.
    • Look for a character named Olaf, who stands near a notice board.
    • Interact with Olaf to initiate the quest dialogue, where you'll learn about the stolen statuette.
    • Accept the quest and gather the clues needed to proceed.

• Gathering Information

  • After speaking with Olaf, your next objective is to investigate the area for more clues.
    • Check the nearby merchant stalls to talk to villagers. Some of them might have helpful information about the statuette or its theft.
    • Particularly, approach Rune Seer who can provide crucial hints about the statuette's whereabouts.

• Searching for Clues

  • Once you’ve gathered enough information, direct yourself to the Love and Steel smithy.
    • Speak to the blacksmith there regarding the recent thefts.
      • He will tell you about a group of bandits who may be involved in the statuette's disappearance.
    • Accept his side quest to confront the bandits after the main quest.

• Finding the Bandit Camp

  • Travel to the location where the bandits are reportedly holed up, typically to the southeast of Novigrad.
    • Use your Witcher senses (hold the right stick on console or R on PC) to find tracks leading to the camp.
    • Prepare for combat—you will face multiple bandits when you arrive.

• Combat at the Bandit Camp

  • Engage the bandits and eliminate them using your combat skills.
    • Use signs effectively to control the flow of battle—Igni to set them ablaze and Yrdin to stun attackers.
    • Search their bodies afterward for loot and any clues they may drop, including the statuette itself.

• Retrieving the Statuette

  • After defeating the bandits, look for a chest or a specific loot item indicating the statuette.
    • Pick it up to complete the task and trigger new dialogue options.
    • You can either decide to confront the bandit leader for more information or head back to Olaf directly.

• Returning to Olaf

  • Travel back to Gildorf and meet Olaf to hand over the statuette.
    • A dialogue option will arise where you can choose how to handle the situation regarding the statuette.
    • Select the option that you feel fits your Geralt’s character best.

• Completing the Quest

  • After delivering the statuette, you will receive your rewards.
    • Your choices throughout the quest may affect your relationship with Olaf and the villagers.
    • The quest ends, and you can check your journal to note the completion of "The Nobleman Statuette."

Conclusion

Completing "The Nobleman Statuette" quest in The Witcher 3 not only enriches your gameplay experience but also contributes to the extensive storyline of Novigrad. Through careful investigation, combat, and dialogue, you navigate the quest’s challenges and can build your reputation as Geralt. Use this guide as a reference to ensure you capture every critical element of the quest and enjoy your journey through the captivating world of The Witcher 3.