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    For Whom the Bell Tolls - KCD 2 Quest Walkthrough

    "For Whom the Bell Tolls" is a critical main quest in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II where Henry must save Hans from execution within 12 hours at Trosky Castle[1][2].

    Initial Situation

    Henry starts as a prisoner with no equipment, and Hans faces execution for poaching. You have until the 12th bell toll to save him by proving his noble status[4].

    Main Objectives

    Required Tasks:

    • Haul three sacks to the charcoal shed[2]
    • Gain access to castle interior
    • Reach Captain Thomas in Maiden Tower
    • Obtain Physician's Journal from Crone Tower
    • Craft Fever Tonic
    • Cure Thomas before time expires

    Key Locations

    Maiden Tower (Chapel Tower)

    • Houses Captain Thomas at the top
    • Requires stealth or permission to access
    • Thomas can verify Hans' noble status

    Crone Tower (Alchemy Tower)

    • Contains Physician's Journal
    • Houses required alchemy ingredients
    • Requires specific access permissions

    Required Items for Fever Tonic

    • Physician's Journal
    • Ginger
    • Elderberry Leaves
    • Feverfew
    • Access to Alchemy Bench[1]

    Fastest Solution Path

    1. Complete initial sack hauling task
    2. Enter castle interior through main gate
    3. Access Crone Tower for Physician's Journal
    4. Gather potion ingredients
    5. Craft Fever Tonic
    6. Deliver cure to Thomas[5]

    Important Tips

    • Save frequently as time is limited
    • Avoid confrontations with guards
    • Multiple approaches exist for most objectives
    • Cannot use weapons or attack guards
    • All equipment is confiscated until quest completion[2][4]

    The quest ends successfully when Captain Thomas recovers and can verify Hans' identity, preventing the execution.