Should You Help Prochek or Olbram in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2? (Mice & Frogs Quest Guide)

In the early stages of *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, you'll encounter side quests in two rival settlements, presenting you with the choice between helping Prochek or Olbram in the Mice or Frogs quests. Here's a detailed guide to help you navigate these decisions and quests effectively.

Can You Help Both Prochek and Olbram in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, the tension between the people of Tachov and Zhelejov is palpable. Fortunately, you can undertake the majority of quests for both Prochek and Olbram if you manage your actions wisely. This approach allows you to delve deeper into the backstory of both settlements. While it's not possible to achieve a favorable outcome for both sides simultaneously, engaging with both questlines enriches your gaming experience by revealing more of the game's content.

Should You Choose Prochek or Olbram in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?

If you prefer to align with just one side, the choice between Prochek and Olbram doesn't significantly impact the overall game. Both characters aim to sabotage the other, and your decision might hinge on which task you find more engaging.

Olbram's quest involves stealing the Zhelejov maypole, which requires stealth and possibly charming the guard, Henrik, at night. On the other hand, Prochek's task is to paint Olbram's bull blue, which involves obtaining a dye recipe from Radovan and purchasing dye from the tailor in Troskowitz.

Prochek's task might be more challenging, especially early in the game, due to potential limitations in groschen and Speech skills. If these are concerns, siding with Olbram could be easier. Below, I'll detail both questlines to help you make an informed decision.

How to Start Mice for Prochek in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

To initiate the Mice quest, simply speak with Prochek in Tachov. If you can't locate him, visit the local inn and talk to the innkeeper, who can direct you to Prochek.

Get the Dye and Lullaby Potion

After speaking with Prochek, head to Troskowitz and meet Bartoshek the tailor to buy the dye. For the Lullaby Potion, you'll need to either work as an apprentice blacksmith under Radovan in Tachov or charm the recipe out of him. The potion requires oil, poppy, and thistle, which you can find in the garden outside the apothecary in Troskowitz.

Once you've brewed the potion, travel to Zhelejov and pour it into the bull's trough. When the bull falls asleep, approach it and start painting. After completing the task, return to Prochek to report your success. You can then speak with Olbram to start the Frogs quest and help him retaliate against Tachov.

How to Start Frogs for Olbram in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

To begin the Frogs quest, find Old Olbram near the meadow in Zhelejov and agree to steal the Tachov maypole for him.

Steal the Maypole

Visit Tachov in the evening and approach the maypole cautiously. You'll encounter Henrik, the guard. You can either knock him out or, if your Speech skill is high enough, charm him. Engage Henrik in conversation about Manka, and persuade him to leave his post for a secret date. After setting up the date with Manka at the inn, return to Henrik. Once he leaves, climb the maypole and cut it down.

Report back to Olbram, who will commend your efforts and request one more task: chase the sheep out of the Tachov pasture and give Alshik a digestive potion. At this point, you can either complete this task or inform Prochek about Olbram's plan, effectively ending both quests and the rivalry.

This covers everything you need to know about the Mice and Frogs quests involving Prochek and Olbram in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For more tips and insights on the game, including whether to kill Jakesh and the best initial perks to choose, be sure to check out The Escapist.