Can you save Jorund?

Can You Save Jorund?

Introduction

Jorund is a beloved character in the world of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. He is a friendly face in an otherwise unfriendly place, Arinbjorn’s tavern in Skellige. However, his fate hangs in the balance, as he is scripted to meet a tragic end at the end of the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest. But, does this mean that there’s no way to save Jorund? The answer is a resounding no.

The Scripted Event

The Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg is a quest that takes the player to the Cave of Dreams, where they are tasked with defeating Madman Lugos’s son, Blueboy Lugos. Along the way, the player will encounter Jorund, who is seemingly caught in the crossfire between the warring factions.

The Twist

If the player completes the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest before finishing the King’s Gambit main quest, Jorund will indeed meet his end. However, if the player completes King’s Gambit first, Jorund will live to tell the tale.

Skirting the Script

In order to save Jorund, the player needs to skip the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest until after completing the King’s Gambit. This will allow Jorund to survive the fate that was originally scripted for him.

The Path to Saving Jorund

To save Jorund, follow these simple steps:

• Complete King’s Gambit before advancing the story.
• Defeat Madman Lugos in a fistfight at the end of the "The King is Dead – Long Live the King" quest.
• Do not turn in the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest until after completing the King’s Gambit.

Consequences of Failure

If the player completes the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest before finishing the King’s Gambit, Jorund will meet his end. In this scenario, the consequences are:

• Jorund will die.
• The player will miss out on the opportunity to gain a valuable ally.
• The story will unfold as it was originally scripted.

Conclusion

Saving Jorund is a simple feat that requires a bit of planning and patience. By completing King’s Gambit before advancing the story and skipping the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest, the player can guarantee Jorund’s survival. Remember, in a world where the line between good and evil is constantly blurred, every decision matters.

Additional Tips and Tricks

• If the player is unsure about saving Jorund, make sure to save their progress before making any significant changes to the story.
• Consider completing the side quest "There Can Be Only One" to gain the Aerondight sword and increase the player’s strength.
• Remember that this is just one of many choices the player must make throughout the game. The impact of these choices can affect the story and its ultimate outcome.

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• The Scripted Event
• The Twist
• Skirting the Script
• The Path to Saving Jorund
• Consequences of Failure
• Conclusion
• Additional Tips and Tricks
• Table of Contents

References

• The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt by CD Projekt RED
• The Witcher Fandom by the The Witcher community
• Gamerant.com by Gamerant editorial team