Jakesh's Fate in KCD 2: To Kill or Not?

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, side quests like *Bad Blood* offer a deeper understanding of the game's characters and their stories. Here’s a detailed guide on how to start and complete the *Bad Blood* quest.

How to Start Bad Blood in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

To initiate the *Bad Blood* quest, you must first progress through the main questline until you are tasked with finding Mutt. During this quest, you'll visit a clearing near Bozhena’s hut where Henry suggests checking if Bozhena has any information. Approach Bozhena's hut and inquire about Mutt. She will reveal that her daughter Pavlena is missing, prompting you to offer your help, which adds *Bad Blood* to your quest journal.

Gather Information

Begin by traveling to Troskowitz and speaking with Bailiff Thrush. Next, visit Innkeeper Betty at the tavern to gather more details about Bozhena and Pavlena, as well as the reasons behind their ostracism from the village. Your next stop is the objective area to talk to the woodcutters. Find Woodcutter Dushko, who will direct you to Roman’s house. Remember to save your game before attempting to lockpick Roman’s door.

Inside Roman’s house, inspect Pavlena’s basket and then speak with Dushko again for further guidance. He will point you towards a clearing near Roman’s house, a favorite spot for the couple.

Search the Scene

From Roman’s house, follow the objective marker downhill towards the stream. Turn left at the two large boulders to discover a trail of blood. Follow it to find Roman’s body. Continue uphill to speak with Hogherd Hugo, then return to the farm in Troskowitz and converse with Hired Hand Straw. Successfully passing a dialogue check with Straw will reveal information about Jakesh and the true events involving Roman and Pavlena.

Afterward, you can also discuss Straw's fate with Thrush. Then, proceed to the rocks just south of Zhelejov to further your investigation.

Confront Ota

Navigate the objective area, circling the large boulder until you find a path. Ascend the ladder to encounter Ota and Pavlena. To persuade Ota to release Pavlena, you'll need high Charisma and should select these dialogue options:

• “What’s your name?”
• “Let her go and I’ll let you go.”
• “I’ll put in a good word for you with His Lordship.”

Once Ota releases Pavlena, she will kill him. After speaking with Pavlena, return to Bozhena together. Bozhena will then request that you deal with Jakesh.

Kill Jakesh or Make Peace

For the final part of the quest, you have the choice to either kill Jakesh or broker peace between him and Bozhena. Locate Jakesh at his child’s grave. You can either end his life or engage in dialogue to resolve the conflict peacefully. Alternatively, you can choose to kill Bozhena instead, though this will alter the quest's outcome.

In my playthrough, I opted to kill Jakesh and reported back to Bozhena, receiving a reward for my actions.

Should You Kill Jakesh?

Choosing to kill Jakesh will lower your reputation in Troskowitz but significantly boost it with Bozhena and Pavlena. You'll also unlock new dialogue options with Pavlena and receive a necklace that was a gift from Roman.

If you decide to spare Jakesh and facilitate peace, he will offer you 100 groschen. When reporting back to Bozhena, you can either keep the money or share it with her. This choice will allow Bozhena and Pavlena to return to the settlement.

Completing the *Bad Blood* quest in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* enriches your gameplay experience. For more tips and information on the game, including how to find the Hermit’s sword and Ventza’s treasure, be sure to check out The Escapist.