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25) Hostage
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Prypiat - Enhanced Edition

25) Hostage

Complete the Hostage mission in S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Prypiat - Enhanced Edition by negotiating with Shishak and paying a ransom.

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Complete the Hostage mission in S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Prypiat - Enhanced Edition by negotiating with Shishak and paying a ransom.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Speak with Grizzly in Yanov station. He is located on the opposite side from the stairs leading down to the basement.
  2. 2
    Agree to help Grizzly negotiate a hostage release. He will give you a goldfish artefact to use as ransom.
  3. 3
    Head to the container warehouse and speak with Shishak, the bandit leader.
  4. 4
    Shishak will demand either 15,000 RU or a suitable artefact, such as the goldfish he provided.
  5. 5
    Pay the ransom or give Shishak the artefact.
  6. 6
    Speak with Mitay.
  7. 7
    Warning: On the way out, a bandit will challenge you. You must pay him off (costing 3300 RU). If you choose not to pay, a fight will ensue. If you do not pay and Mitay dies, the mission is over.
Tips
  • The goldfish artefact can be used as ransom for Shishak.
  • Be prepared to pay 3300 RU to the bandit on the way out to avoid a fight and ensure Mitay's survival.

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