Kingdom Come Deliverance 2: Completing "For Whom the Bell Tolls"

Main quests in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* can be intense, especially when you're sneaking around unfamiliar areas against the clock. This walkthrough details how to complete the stressful "For Whom the Bell Tolls" quest.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: For Whom the Bell Tolls Walkthrough

The "For Whom the Bell Tolls" quest begins after completing "Wedding Crashers." Imprisoned Hans faces execution once the bell tolls twelve times. Your task? Save him. Fortunately, your punishment is less severe: labor around the castle. Use this newfound freedom to orchestrate Hans's escape.

Hauling Sacks

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Begin by hauling sacks from the wagon to the shed near the fenced area. It's a straightforward task; simply repeat until complete.

Help the Blacksmith

Trosky Forge in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

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Next, assist the blacksmith. He'll request a horseshoe. Find the forge across from the archway, gather materials, craft the horseshoe, and deliver it to the stables.

Help Fanka the Cook

Trosky Lockpick location in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

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Retrieve a lockpick from the red pot on the shelves near the forge. Speak to Fanka, the cook, and offer your assistance to gain kitchen access. While lockpicking isn't mandatory, it boosts your reputation and unlocks future food access.

Speak with the Chamberlain

Chamberlain in the kitchen in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

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The ailing chamberlain requires assistance. Attempt to persuade him to let you brew a Digestive Potion. Success grants access to the surgeon's workshop; otherwise, you'll need to sneak in.

Make Fever Tonicum

Fever Tonic Recipe in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

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If sneaking, acquire food from the kitchen to distract the guard and gain access. Otherwise, proceed directly to the surgeon's workshop (right door in the hall). Craft the Fever Tonicum and a Digestive Potion (if applicable). The chest contains sufficient ingredients.

Cure Thomas

Thomas Location in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

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Deliver the Digestive Potion to the chamberlain (if applicable). This secures access to Thomas. If sneaking, use the back stairs from the noble's kitchen, distracting the guard to reach Thomas' room. Give Adele the Fever Tonicum to trigger the quest's conclusion.

Completing "For Whom the Bell Tolls" before the twelfth bell grants reputation. Regardless of timing, the quest outcome remains consistent.