Prochek or Olbram: Who to Help in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2?

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, early gameplay introduces you to side quests in two distinct settlements, where you'll face the choice between helping Prochek or Olbram in the Mice or Frogs quests. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you navigate these quests effectively.

Can You Help Both Prochek and Olbram in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, the rivalry between Tachov and Zhelejov is palpable, yet you can strategically complete most quests for both Prochek and Olbram. This approach allows you to delve deeper into the rich backstories of both settlements. While achieving a perfect resolution for both sides isn't possible, engaging with both questlines enriches your gaming experience by revealing more of the game's world.

Should You Choose Prochek or Olbram in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?

If you're leaning towards supporting just one side, the choice between Prochek and Olbram doesn't significantly impact the game's outcome. Both aim to undermine the other, and your decision might hinge on which task you find more engaging.

Olbram's quest involves stealing the Zhelejov maypole, requiring stealth and cunning to distract the guard at night. On the other hand, Prochek's task is to paint Olbram's bull blue, which involves acquiring a dye recipe from Radovan and dye from a tailor. Prochek's quest might be more challenging, especially early in the game, due to potential limitations in groschen and Speech skills. If these are concerns, siding with Olbram could be easier.

Below, I'll detail both questlines to help you make an informed decision.

How to Start Mice for Prochek in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

To initiate the Mice quest, simply talk to Prochek in Tachov. If he's not immediately visible, head to the local inn and ask the innkeeper for his whereabouts.

Get the Dye and Lullaby Potion

After speaking with Prochek, travel to Troskowitz and visit Bartoshek the tailor to buy the necessary dye. For the Lullaby Potion, you have two options: work as an apprentice blacksmith under Radovan in Tachov or use your charm to obtain the recipe from him. The potion requires oil, poppy, and thistle, which you can gather from the garden outside the apothecary in Troskowitz.

Once you've brewed the potion, head to Zhelejov, pour it into the bull's trough, and wait for the bull to fall asleep. Then, approach and paint the bull blue. After completing this task, return to Prochek to report your success. You can also speak with Olbram to start the Frogs quest and help him retaliate against Tachov.

How to Start Frogs for Olbram in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

To begin the Frogs quest, find Old Olbram in Zhelejov near the meadow and agree to steal the Tachov maypole for him.

Steal the Maypole

Approach Tachov in the evening and stealthily move towards the maypole. You'll encounter Henrik, the guard. You can either knock him out or, if your Speech skill is high enough, charm him. Engage Henrik in conversation about Manka, and persuade him to leave his post for a secret date. After setting up the date with Manka at the inn, return to Henrik. Once he's gone, climb the maypole and cut it down.

Report back to Olbram, who will commend your efforts and request one more task: chase the sheep out of Tachov's pasture and administer a digestive potion to Alshik. At this juncture, you can either complete Olbram's additional request or inform Prochek of Olbram's plans, effectively concluding both quests and the rivalry.

This guide covers everything you need to know about the Mice and Frogs quests involving Prochek and Olbram in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For more tips and insights on the game, including whether to kill Jakesh and the best initial perks to choose, be sure to check out The Escapist.