A Fine Night for It

Follow our step-by-step guide to complete the 'A Fine Night for It' Stranger Mission in Red Dead Redemption 2, including tips on defeating the Night Folk.

Alright, so you're looking to tackle the 'A Fine Night for It' Stranger Mission in Red Dead Redemption 2. This one's a bit unique because you can't just stumble upon it whenever you want. First things first, you need to have had a 'Chance Encounter' with some of the Night Folk. These guys only show up at night, usually in the wetlands north of Saint Denis, around Lagras. Keep an eye out for those white blips on your minimap when you're riding around at night – that's your cue that a chance encounter is nearby. You'll recognize the Night Folk by their creepy, almost zombie-like appearance, and they don't use firearms at all.

Once you've had that initial encounter, your best bet is to set up camp and wait until the next night. This usually gives the Stranger Mission enough time to pop up on your map. Look for it northwest of Lagras, and remember, it *has* to be nighttime. You'll find an old man sitting by a campfire on the side of the road. Go ahead and chat with him. He'll ask for your help to reclaim his home from the Night Folk. Agree to help, and you'll follow him back to his place. He'll point out some dead bodies along the way, but the journey itself is pretty uneventful.

When you get to the cabin, the Stranger will let you know there are about five Night Folk lurking around. They won't spot you right away, but if you start shooting, they'll definitely notice. Be aware, there are two types: some with bows who hang back, and others who'll charge right at you with a machete or hatchet. Those melee attackers are the real danger – they can take you down in a single hit, so make them your top priority. Use your Dead Eye ability here to line up some easy headshots and take them out quickly.

After you've dealt with those initial five, follow the Stranger to his cabin. He'll be ready to give you your reward, but surprise! More Night Folk show up. Again, focus on the ones charging at you with melee weapons first, as they're the most dangerous. The tricky part here is that you'll likely be on the porch. To give yourself an advantage, head inside the cabin and let them come to you. This way, you can use Dead Eye more effectively to pick them off. Once all the enemies are down, speak to the Stranger. If you accept his gift, you'll receive a Gold Tooth and a Perfect Muskrat Pelt. Nice haul for a spooky night's work!