In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the quest “Help Triss finish what she has to do in Novigrad” is part of the “Brothers in Arms: Novigrad” storyline. This quest is crucial as it involves aiding Triss Merigold, a key character, in her efforts to help mages escape persecution in Novigrad. Successfully completing this quest not only strengthens your alliance with Triss but also impacts the game’s narrative and your relationships with other characters.
Step 1: Meeting Triss
To help Triss in Novigrad, follow these initial steps:
- Find Triss: Head to her house located south of Hierarch Square in Novigrad.
- First Task: Triss will ask you to help her find a package. Use your Witcher senses to locate it near a sunken boat and the bridge’s central support.
- Next Task: After retrieving the package, Triss will ask for your help in catching rats.
These steps will get you started on assisting Triss with her tasks in Novigrad.
Step 2: Acquiring the Masks
To help Triss in Novigrad, you’ll need to acquire masks for a masquerade ball during the quest “A Matter of Life and Death.” Here’s a step-by-step guide:
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Visit Triss’ Hideout: Start by visiting Triss at her hideout in Novigrad. She’ll inform you about the plan to sneak Albert Vegelbud out of the city during a masquerade ball.
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Go to Elihal’s Shop: Triss will ask you to visit Elihal, a tailor in Novigrad, to get the masks. Elihal’s shop is located in the city, and he will have everything you need for the party.
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Purchase the Masks: At Elihal’s shop, buy a fox mask for Triss and choose a mask for yourself. You can also buy a doublet, trousers, and boots if you want to dress up for the occasion.
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Return to Triss: After acquiring the masks and any additional clothing, return to Triss. She’ll be pleased with your preparations, and you’ll be ready to attend the masquerade ball.
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Challenges: On your way to Elihal’s shop and back, you might encounter some minor challenges, such as navigating through the busy streets of Novigrad or dealing with any potential threats. However, these are generally manageable and won’t significantly hinder your progress.
Once you have the masks, you’ll be set to proceed with the plan to help Triss and Albert at the masquerade ball.
Step 3: Attending the Vegelbud Party
Here are the detailed events at the Vegelbud party and how they relate to helping Triss in Novigrad:
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Preparation:
- Triss receives a message from Lady Ingrid Vegelbud, asking for help to smuggle her son, Albert, out of Novigrad due to his interest in alchemy.
- Geralt and Triss plan to attend the Vegelbud masquerade party to execute the rescue.
- Geralt picks up masks and a doublet from Elihal’s shop.
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At the Party:
- Arrival: Geralt and Triss arrive at the Vegelbud estate, handing over their weapons at the gate.
- Interactions:
- A guest mistakes Triss for an escort; Geralt can choose to confront him or avoid the fight.
- Geralt can participate in a Gwent tournament for some unique cards.
- Meeting Lady Vegelbud: She informs them that the best time to sneak Albert out is during the fireworks.
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Rescue Plan:
- Finding Albert: Geralt locates Albert, who is wearing a panther mask, entertaining guests.
- Fireworks: During the fireworks, Geralt and Triss escort Albert to a safe location.
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Escape:
- Confrontation: They are ambushed by witch hunters but manage to fend them off.
- Safe Passage: Albert is safely escorted out of Novigrad.
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Outcome:
- Triss’s Mission: The successful rescue of Albert provides Triss with the funds and support needed to help other mages escape Novigrad.
- Romance: This quest also sets the foundation for a potential romance between Geralt and Triss.
These events are crucial for Triss’s mission to evacuate mages from Novigrad and also deepen her relationship with Geralt.
Step 4: Navigating the Labyrinth
Here are the steps to navigate the labyrinth with Triss in Novigrad:
- Meet Triss: Find Triss at her house in Novigrad.
- Enter the Sewers: Follow Triss to the entrance of the sewers.
- Fight Drowners: Clear out the Drowners blocking your path.
- Navigate the Sewers: Use your Witcher senses to find the correct path.
- Defeat Witch Hunters: Engage and defeat the Witch Hunters you encounter.
- Find the Secret Passage: Locate and open the hidden door.
- Escort Triss: Ensure Triss safely reaches her destination.
- Complete the Ritual: Help Triss with her task, usually involving a magical ritual or gathering items.
Stay alert for enemies and use your abilities to protect Triss throughout the journey. Good luck!
Step 5: Escaping the Witch Hunters
In “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,” the quest “Now or Never” involves helping Triss Merigold escape from the Witch Hunters in Novigrad. This escape is crucial because it allows Triss to safely leave the city and continue her efforts to protect mages and other magic users from persecution.
Escape from the Witch Hunters
- Meeting Triss: Start by meeting Triss at her hideout. She will explain the plan to smuggle mages out of Novigrad.
- Rescuing Mages: You’ll need to rescue a group of mages from the Witch Hunters. This involves sneaking through the city and avoiding patrols.
- Combat Encounter: At some point, you’ll be forced into combat with Witch Hunters. Be prepared for a tough fight.
Combat Tips and Strategies
- Use Signs Wisely: Utilize Geralt’s signs, especially Aard to knock down enemies and Igni to deal damage over time.
- Quen for Defense: Keep Quen active to absorb damage and protect yourself from unexpected attacks.
- Crowd Control: Use bombs like Samum or Grapeshot to manage groups of enemies.
- Target Priorities: Focus on Witch Hunters with crossbows first, as they can deal significant damage from a distance.
- Dodging and Rolling: Stay mobile to avoid getting surrounded. Use dodges and rolls to evade attacks and reposition yourself.
Successfully helping Triss escape ensures she can continue her mission to protect mages, which is a key part of her storyline in Novigrad. This also impacts the larger narrative, as Triss’s actions contribute to the overall fight against the Wild Hunt.
To Help Triss Merigold in Novigrad
Follow these key steps:
- Find Triss at her house south of Hierarch Square.
- Assist her in finding a package near a sunken boat and bridge’s central support.
- Catch rats for her.
Acquire Masks for the Masquerade Ball
Visit Elihal’s shop and purchase fox masks for Triss and yourself.
Attend the Vegelbud Party
Navigate through the busy streets of Novigrad while avoiding potential threats to attend the party with Triss, where you will execute the rescue plan.
- Escort Albert out of Novigrad safely.
- Fend off witch hunters along the way.
The Successful Rescue
This successful rescue provides Triss with funds and support to help other mages escape Novigrad, deepening her relationship with Geralt and setting the foundation for a potential romance between them.
