In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, diving into the optional side quests can significantly enhance your gameplay experience, thanks to the rewarding outcomes they offer. One such quest, "The Axe From the Lake," is not only engaging but also comes with its own set of unique challenges and rewards. Here's a detailed guide on how to successfully complete this intriguing quest.
How to Start Axe From the Lake in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
If you're yet to embark on this adventure, starting "The Axe From the Lake" quest is straightforward. Make your way to the tavern in Tachov, where you'll find an NPC named Zdenyek the Mouth. Engage him in conversation, and when prompted, ask him for something informative. Zdenyek will then share tales of the mythical axe in the lake, sparking the beginning of your quest.
How to Find the Axe From the Lake
Before setting off to the quest marker, it's crucial to equip yourself with a spade. You'll need this to dig up a grave, which is a key part of the quest. Spades can be found in graveyards or purchased from general trader NPCs in settlements. Once you're prepared, follow your objective marker to a pier facing the water. From there, proceed north along the road until you spot an undamaged tree, which Henry will comment on. Continue following the path until you reach a large rock, prompting another remark from Henry.
Keep following the path, and you'll soon come across a gravesite near a tree. Use your spade to dig up the grave, uncovering valuable items such as a Gemstone, a Silver Ring, five Marigolds, and the crucial Broken Axe.
Repairing the Axe
With the Broken Axe in hand, your next step is to restore it to its former glory. Head to Tachov and find the blacksmith Radovan. Request his services to repair the axe, but be prepared to provide him with a Fastening Material and pay a hefty fee of 699.5 groschen. Fastening Materials, essential for smithing, can also be purchased from Radovan.
Once repaired, the Broken Axe transforms into the formidable Adorned Axe. To wrap up the quest, return to Zdenyek the Mouth and inform him of your success. As a bonus, you can keep the Adorned Axe and wield it in battle, adding a powerful weapon to your arsenal.
Completing "The Axe From the Lake" in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* not only enriches your gameplay but also equips you with a unique weapon. For more tips and information on the game, including how to treat the wounded in Finger of God and a breakdown of all romance options, keep exploring The Escapist.
