Saving the Children from the Crones: A Comprehensive Guide
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To save the children from the Crones, you can free the Whispering Hillock after starting the Ladies of the Wood quest, which will prompt the Ghost in the Tree to rescue the children from Crookback Bog, or you can kill the Ghost in the Tree as per the Crones’ instructions to spare Anna. The choice to save the children is intertwined with the fate of Anna, the Baron’s wife, and the villagers of Downwarren, making it a complex decision that requires careful consideration of the potential consequences.
Understanding the Consequences of Your Choices
The fate of the children, Anna, and the villagers of Downwarren are all connected to the choices you make in the Ladies of the Wood quest.
The Impact of Freeing the Whispering Hillock
Freeing the Whispering Hillock will result in the Ghost in the Tree saving the children from the Crones, but this action will also lead to the Crones cursing Anna, turning her into a water hag.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happens if I free the Ghost in the Tree?: Freeing the Ghost in the Tree will save the children from the Crones, but it will also result in the death of the villagers of Downwarren.
- Can I save both the children and Anna?: Yes, you can save both the children and Anna by freeing the Whispering Hillock before meeting the Crones, which will prompt the Ghost in the Tree to save the children without cursing Anna.
- How do I lift the curse from Anna?: To lift the curse from Anna, you need to grab the doll created by the Crones with a violet hollyhock bloom, which is Anna’s favorite flower.
- What happens if I don’t return to Crookback Bog?: If you don’t return to Crookback Bog, the Baron may die trying to find his wife, or he may wander the swamps forever.
- Can I make Tamara go back to the Baron?: Yes, you can find Tamara in Oxenfurt and choose to send her back to the Baron.
- Should I free the Ghost in the Tree?: The decision to free the Ghost in the Tree is up to you, but it comes with the consequence of the Ghost destroying a village.
- Can I loot the Crones?: Yes, you can loot the Crones after completing the quest, but it’s a lot of work for little reward.
- Did the Baron beat his wife?: The Baron confesses to hitting his wife, Anna, and burying their unborn child in an unmarked grave.
- How many endings does the Bloody Baron have?: The Bloody Baron questline has two possible endings, depending on whether you complete the Whispering Hillock quest first.
- Should I talk to the Baron about his family?: Yes, talking to the Baron about his family will provide more information about Ciri and progress the story.
- Does Anna get cured?: Anna can be cured of the curse by lifting it using the correct doll, but her ultimate fate depends on the choices you make.
- What happens if I choose the wrong doll for Anna?: Choosing the wrong doll will cause Anna to burst into flames in front of the Baron and their daughter.
- What happens if I free the Whispering Hillock before meeting the Crones?: Freeing the Whispering Hillock before meeting the Crones will save the children and spare Anna from the curse.
- Should I fight the Crones?: Fighting the Crones is optional, but it’s necessary to progress the story and ultimately save the children and Anna.
- How does Anna get saved?: Anna can be saved by lifting the curse using the correct doll, or by freeing the Whispering Hillock before meeting the Crones, which will prompt the Ghost in the Tree to save the children without cursing Anna.