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Complete Guide to the "There Can Be Only One" Quest in The Witcher 3
Introduction
"There Can Be Only One" is one of the engaging quests found in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. This quest takes Geralt through a series of challenges that test his combat abilities and decision-making skills. As you delve into the quest, you'll encounter important characters, face tough opponents, and ultimately influence the story's outcome. This guide aims to provide a detailed, step-by-step walkthrough so you can successfully complete the quest and enjoy the full experience the game has to offer.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
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Starting the Quest
- Begin by visiting the city of Novigrad. You need to have reached level 30 and completed the “The Battle of Kaer Morhen” main quest to unlock this quest.
- Head towards the "Pestilence" notice board located in the southwestern part of Novigrad.
- Read the notice titled “There Can Be Only One.”
- This begins the quest, notifying you of a job involving a mysterious figure named “The Professor,” who is reportedly gathering a gang of dangerous criminals.
- Read the notice titled “There Can Be Only One.”
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Find the Contract Location
- After accepting the quest, you’ll receive an objective marker directing you to the outskirts of Novigrad.
- Fast travel to the nearby signpost and follow the path east.
- Keep an eye out for any enemies on the road; it may be wise to prepare with potions and weapons before proceeding.
- Fast travel to the nearby signpost and follow the path east.
- After accepting the quest, you’ll receive an objective marker directing you to the outskirts of Novigrad.
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Enter the Hideout
- Upon reaching the hideout, you’ll encounter a group of thugs.
- Engage in combat and eliminate them to enter the building.
- Use your signs, such as Igni for crowd control, and make sure to dodge their attacks.
- Engage in combat and eliminate them to enter the building.
- Upon reaching the hideout, you’ll encounter a group of thugs.
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Face The Professor
- Inside the hideout, you’ll encounter The Professor.
- He will provide a dialogue choice: whether to fight or attempt to negotiate.
- Choose carefully; if you opt to negotiate, he may provide some information about his motives.
- He will provide a dialogue choice: whether to fight or attempt to negotiate.
- Inside the hideout, you’ll encounter The Professor.
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The Duel
- If you decide to fight, prepare yourself for a challenging duel against The Professor.
- Use quick attacks and signs to break through his defenses.
- Be mindful of his powerful moves and wait for openings to strike.
- Use quick attacks and signs to break through his defenses.
- If you decide to fight, prepare yourself for a challenging duel against The Professor.
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Confront the Gang
- After defeating The Professor, you will face the rest of his gang.
- Take them down one by one; use the environment to your advantage, like knocking enemies into barrels or using explosive devices.
- Keep dodging and using signs to control the battlefield.
- Take them down one by one; use the environment to your advantage, like knocking enemies into barrels or using explosive devices.
- After defeating The Professor, you will face the rest of his gang.
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Make Your Decision
- Once the gang is defeated, you will face a choice regarding how to deal with the captured criminals.
- You can either choose to execute them or let them go, impacting your relationship with the local factions and future quests.
- Consider the consequences of your actions carefully; it can alter the game's political landscape.
- You can either choose to execute them or let them go, impacting your relationship with the local factions and future quests.
- Once the gang is defeated, you will face a choice regarding how to deal with the captured criminals.
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Conclude the Quest
- After making your decision, you’ll have the option to collect any loot left by the gang or The Professor.
- Exit the hideout and return to Novigrad to report to the relevant NPC or simply enjoy the aftermath of your choice.
- After making your decision, you’ll have the option to collect any loot left by the gang or The Professor.
Conclusion
Completing the "There Can Be Only One" quest not only provides a thrilling combat experience but also requires careful decision-making that can influence the game’s storyline. By following this walkthrough, you can navigate through the challenges with ease and fully immerse yourself in the rich narrative of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Enjoy your adventures and the consequences of your actions in the fantastical world of Geralt!