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Unlucky's Treasure Quest Walkthrough in The Witcher 3
Introduction
Unlucky's Treasure is a fascinating treasure hunt quest in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt that leads you through intriguing lore and challenging enemies. The quest centers around a treasure that was supposedly lost at sea, resting with the unfortunate sailor who was cursed. In this guide, we'll provide a detailed walkthrough to help you get through this quest smoothly and uncover its hidden riches.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
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Starting the Quest
- Head to the town of Novigrad, as this is where the quest initiates.
- Look for a notice board where you can find the quest titled "Unlucky's Treasure."
- Alternatively, you can find the quest by speaking to the Fisherman found near the docks who will share a tale about a lost ship.
- Head to the town of Novigrad, as this is where the quest initiates.
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Travel to the Quest Location
- Once you’ve triggered the quest, make your way to Skellige.
- Use your map to find the island where the treasure is rumored to be located (look for Fyrd's Island).
- You can travel either by boat or using the fast travel system, if you've discovered it already.
- Once you’ve triggered the quest, make your way to Skellige.
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Investigate for Clues
- Upon arriving, look for the wrecked ship at the location marked on your map.
- Dive underwater near the wreck to find the sunken ship's remains.
- Interact with the ship to search for clues about the treasure.
- Upon arriving, look for the wrecked ship at the location marked on your map.
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Finding the Key
- You will need a key to unlock the chest that contains the treasure.
- Look around the ship and interact with floating debris and other nearby items to find the old key.
- You may encounter various water creatures (like drowners) during your search, so be prepared to defend yourself.
- You will need a key to unlock the chest that contains the treasure.
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Search for the Treasure
- After acquiring the key, head to the location marked for the treasure chest.
- Dive underwater and swim towards the spot highlighted in your map.
- Use your witcher senses (hold the ‘W’ key on PC, or the R2 trigger on consoles) to locate the chest underwater.
- After acquiring the key, head to the location marked for the treasure chest.
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Defeating the Guardians
- Before claiming the treasure, be prepared to face some guardians (likely drowners or other hostile creatures) that will protect the chest.
- Use your combat skills to fight them off. Focus on dodging their attacks and deal damage with your sword.
- Before claiming the treasure, be prepared to face some guardians (likely drowners or other hostile creatures) that will protect the chest.
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Opening the Chest
- Once the area is clear, approach the treasure chest.
- Use the old key you found to unlock it, and open the chest.
- Inside, you'll find valuable loot including gold, weapons, or unique items.
- Once the area is clear, approach the treasure chest.
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Completing the Quest
- After acquiring the treasure, you can choose to return to the Fisherman in Novigrad to report your success.
- You may gain additional dialogue options or rewards from him based on your quest choices.
Conclusion
The Unlucky's Treasure quest in The Witcher 3 combines exploration, combat, and puzzle-solving in a rich narrative environment. By following this detailed walkthrough, you can efficiently navigate the challenges and discover the hidden treasure while enjoying the vibrant storytelling that The Witcher series is known for. Happy hunting!