Should You Side With Semine or Hashek in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2? (Necessary Evil Quest Guide Best Outcome)

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 prisoner interrogation.

Prisoner Interrogation:

Successful interrogation 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 complicity with bandits. Reporting to von Bergow presents a choice: expose Semine, leading to an attack on his town, or protect him, shifting the attack to Nebakov.

Attacking Semine or Nebakov:

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

Siding with Semine or Hashek:

Before the attack on Semine, conversation with Hashek reveals his thirst for revenge and brutal methods. The choice is clear:

• "Hashek is right" (sides with Hashek, resulting in widespread carnage).
• "Olda deserves a trial" (sides with Semine, offering a chance for justice).

Siding with Semine, despite his wrongdoing, aligns with a more morally just approach, preventing further unnecessary bloodshed. After confronting Hashek, advise Semine to burn his estate and flee.

Reporting to Von Bergow:

Finally, Henry and Hans report to von Bergow. The choice is to let Hans speak diplomatically or intervene. Silence allows Hans to navigate the situation skillfully, maintaining favor with von Bergow and influencing future plans against Nebakov.

Conclusion:

The "Necessary Evil" quest in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 presents a compelling moral test. Choosing between Semine and Hashek significantly impacts the narrative and reflects the player's moral compass. The recommended choices prioritize minimizing bloodshed and pursuing a just outcome, though the ultimate decision rests with the player. Further game information, including romance options and item locations, can be found online.