Contract: Patrol Gone Missing

Solve the Contract: Patrol Gone Missing in The Witcher 3. Track and prepare to fight the beast responsible for the Nilfgaardian patrol's disappearance in Velen.

The "Contract: Patrol Gone Missing" in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt tasks Geralt with investigating the disappearance of a Nilfgaardian patrol near the village of Midcopse in Velen. This contract leads Geralt to uncover a dangerous beast responsible for the disappearances, requiring careful tracking and a strategic approach to defeat it.

Starting the Contract

To begin this Witcher contract, Geralt needs to travel to the notice board located in the village of Midcopse in Velen. Look for a notice titled "Contract: Patrol Gone Missing." After reading the notice, speak with the quest giver, a Nilfgaardian officer, to learn more about the missing patrol and accept the contract.

Investigating the Disappearances

Your first task is to investigate the area where the patrol was last seen. Geralt will need to use his Witcher Senses to track down clues. Follow the trail of bloodstains and discarded equipment, which will eventually lead you to a small encampment. Here, you'll find evidence of a struggle and further tracks indicating the direction the patrol was taken.

Continue following the tracks, which will lead you deeper into the surrounding wilderness. You'll encounter ss of a struggle and eventually discover the remains of some of the missing soldiers. These discoveries will point towards a specific type of creature being responsible.

Identifying the Monster

Using your Witcher Senses, you'll be able to identify the creature responsible for the attack. The tracks and the nature of the remains suggest a beast with a powerful bite and a territorial nature. Consulting your bestiary, you'll likely deduce that a Fiend is the culprit.

Preparing for the Hunt

Fiends are formidable monsters. Before engaging, it's highly recommended to:

• Craft or purchase Fiend Oil: This will significantly increase your damage against the beast.
• Brew relevant potions: Thunderbolt potion for increased attack power and Swallow potion for health regeneration are essential.
• Prepare Bombs: Grapeshot or Dancing Star bombs can be useful for crowd control or to stagger the Fiend.

Locating and Defeating the Fiend

The trail will eventually lead you to the Fiend's lair, typically a cave or a dense, secluded area. Be prepared for a challenging fight. The Fiend has a powerful charge attack and can also use its horns to gore Geralt. Its signature move is its ability to create a blinding fog, disorienting you.

Combat Strategy:

• Dodge and Weave: Focus on dodging its charges and attacks.
• Exploit openings: Attack after it completes a charge or a series of swings.
• Use Ss: i can be effective for dealing damage over time, while Quen can provide a protective shield.
• Watch for the fog: When the Fiend creates fog, stay mobile and try to reorient yourself.

Completing the Contract

Once the Fiend is defeated, collect its trophy. Return to the Nilfgaardian officer in Midcopse to report your success and claim your reward. The reward typically includes a sum of Crowns and experience points.

Rewards

Reward Type	Details
Experience Points	Standard XP for a Witcher Contract.
Crowns	A monetary reward based on the contract's difficulty and your negotiation skills.
Fiend Trophy	A valuable trophy that can be mounted on Roach for a small stat bonus.