Semine vs. Hashek: Optimal Choice Unveiled

In Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's pivotal "Necessary Evil" quest, players face a difficult moral dilemma: siding with Semine or Hashek. This guide navigates the complexities of this choice.

Quest Walkthrough:

Following the "Back in the Saddle" quest, "Necessary Evil" begins. Von Bergow tasks Hans and Henry with gathering intelligence from Nebakov Fortress, culminating in a prisoner interrogation.

Prisoner Interrogation:

Success requires passing Speech checks. Options include:

• "We’ll put in a good word for you." (20 Impression)
• "Istvan and I are old acquaintances." (20 Impression)
• "Otherwise, it’ll end badly for you." (17 Intimidation)

Alternatively, torture can extract information. The interrogation reveals Semine's involvement with bandits. Reporting to von Bergow, you can either expose Semine's complicity (leading to an attack on Semine's town) or protect Semine (resulting in an attack on Nebakov).

Attacking Semine or Nebakov:

Choosing Semine initiates a more challenging sequence involving Hashek. Attacking Nebakov concludes the quest immediately, avoiding the bloodshed at Semine but potentially overlooking Semine's culpability.

Siding with Semine or Hashek:

Before the assault on Semine, conversing with Hashek reveals his thirst for revenge and a preference for extreme violence.

• Choosing "Hashek is right" aligns you with him.
• Selecting "Olda deserves a trial" supports Semine.

Supporting Semine, despite his wrongdoing, prevents further unnecessary bloodshed. After defeating Hashek, advising Semine to burn his estate and flee progresses the quest. Siding with Hashek results in the town's massacre. Olda's fate (life or death) is also decided within the tower.

Reporting to Von Bergow:

Finally, Henry and Hans report to von Bergow. Players can:

• Remain silent, letting Hans handle the diplomatic reporting. This maintains favor with von Bergow.
• Speak up, potentially altering von Bergow's perception.

Silence and letting Hans speak is recommended for maintaining positive relations.

This comprehensive guide helps players navigate the moral complexities of "Necessary Evil" in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, offering informed choices and optimal outcomes. Consult additional resources for further gameplay assistance.