Stealth is a crucial strategy in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, especially for completing the quest "Storm." This mission requires a high level of sneakiness to successfully navigate through the challenges it presents.
How to Start 'Storm' in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
"Storm" marks the conclusion of the main quests in the Trosky Region and serves as your introduction to the Kuttenberg Region. Similar to "For Whom the Bell Tolls," the quest begins under unfavorable conditions. You'll find yourself without your armor, weapons, or essential items like Saviour Schnapps, and your health and stamina are compromised due to prior torture.
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To gear up, you can scavenge equipment from the guards that Katherine dealt with during your escape from prison. While the armor and weapons aren't top-notch, they're better than nothing. Katherine also provides you with her dagger, enabling you to perform stealth kills. Your next step is to ascend the Crone in Trosky. Although guards patrol the area, they are spaced out enough to allow you to either knock them out or use distractions to sneak past them.
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At the summit of the Crone, you'll encounter Istvan Toth. Since this encounter doesn't affect the best ending, consider choosing the dishonorable path if you're unsure about your combat abilities. Engaging Toth in a duel can be risky given your low health. After dealing with him, search the room for everyone's belongings and collect important documents.
How to Escape Trosky in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
After handling Toth and retrieving your items, head back to the dungeon where you left the others. They will equip their gear and guide you through the tunnels for an easy escape, making this part of the quest straightforward.
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How to Sneak Through the Hills in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
The most challenging segment of "Storm" involves navigating the hills with minimal conspicuousness to avoid detection by guards. Being spotted can lead to a swift response from multiple guards, and your lowered stats due to torture make stealth kills and knockouts more difficult.
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Begin by taking the right path and follow it as it ascends. You'll reach a larger, guard-patrolled path that leads to Mika, who has been captured. Sneak up on the guard, eliminate him quietly, and free Mika. This not only secures your position but also provides you with Mika's guidance on your next steps.
How to Finish 'Storm' in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
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The final stretch of "Storm" requires prolonged stealth. Follow the locations marked on your map according to Mika's instructions. Head east and then southeast to reach the main road in Apollonia, sticking to the sides and using bushes for cover to evade guards. Although the marked area on the map seems vast, you only need to reach about halfway to trigger the ending cutscene. Use stones to distract guards as necessary and slip past them. Once the cutscene plays, your part in "Storm" concludes, and you'll proceed to the Kuttenberg Region.
"Storm" is one of the few quests in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* where stealth is not just an option but a necessity. It's beneficial if you've previously leveled up your stealth skills, as the perks can significantly aid in avoiding detection.
*Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*
