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Bloody Baron in The Witcher 3
The Bloody Baron storyline is Velen's major early narrative branch and one of the game's most consequential choice chains.
Short answer. Investigate the Baron's family openly, decide the botchling outcome deliberately, and complete the swamp clues before leaving the region if you want the full picture.
01 / Player path
Where to find it and what to do
Begin the questline at Crow's Perch after the early Velen main quest. Family Matters then branches into the Baron's estate, the swamp and the search for his wife and daughter.
02 / Requirements
Before you start
- 01
Reach Crow's Perch.
- 02
Follow the Velen main questline.
- 03
Be ready for level-appropriate night combat.
03 / Core facts
At a glance
- Region
- Velen
- Starting hub
- Crow's Perch
- Major branch
- Botchling decision
- Connected route
- Ladies of the Wood
04 / Field notes
Details that change the route
Do not assume the immediate "good" choice is the one that produces the best outcome for every character. The storyline resolves through later scenes.
Explore the Baron's rooms and dialogue options carefully; several details make the later swamp revelations easier to follow.
05 / Continue
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