What is the Rarest Item in Witcher 3?

The absolute rarest item in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is arguably the Toussaint Relic Sword – Gesheft. While other items might be difficult to obtain or require specific in-game choices, Gesheft’s rarity stems from its complete reliance on a specific and very rare random drop, coupled with the fact that it’s a relatively underpowered item, making it less desirable and thus less farmed for. It is exclusively dropped by one of the Archespores found in the area around Gelenser Farm.

Rarity Defined: Beyond Drop Rates

Before diving deeper, let’s define what constitutes “rarity” in the context of The Witcher 3. Rarity isn’t solely about the lowest drop chance. It encompasses several factors:

• Drop Rate: The probability of an item appearing when defeating an enemy or opening a container.
• Accessibility: How easy it is to reach the location where the item can drop. Is it a high-level area? Does it require a specific questline?
• Visibility: How well-known the item is within the community. Does it have a desirable stat or a unique appearance that players actively seek?
• Desirability: Whether the item is considered useful or valuable. A powerful weapon with a low drop rate will be farmed more aggressively than a weak one, ironically making the “rare” powerful weapon potentially more commonly encountered.

Gesheft checks all the boxes for extreme rarity. The Archespores around Gelenser Farm have other possible drops. This makes Gesheft have a very, very low chance of appearing. It is not a particularly remarkable sword either, thus, there is no reason to farm for it. This makes it truly rare.

The Enigma of Gesheft: Why So Rare?

Gesheft, a steel sword, suffers from a few key issues that contribute to its legendary rarity:

• Low Drop Chance: Archespores, in general, aren’t known for having particularly generous loot tables. The pool of potential items that Archespores can drop is fairly diverse, further diluting the chances of Gesheft appearing.
• Limited Location: Archespores appear throughout the Witcher 3 world, but only the ones around Gelenser Farm are known to have a chance of dropping the sword.
• Lack of Appeal: Statistically, Gesheft isn’t a top-tier sword. There are many other steel swords in the game that offer superior damage output or more useful bonus effects. Most players looking for powerful gear would overlook it.
• Hidden Location: The Gelenser Farm is not on the main path of any important quest. Players have to intentionally be there and looking around for the chance to find it.

These factors combine to create a perfect storm of rarity. The low drop rate, limited location, and lack of desirability mean that very few players actively hunt for Gesheft, making it a true testament to the random nature of loot systems.

Other Contenders for the Rarest Item Title

While Gesheft takes the crown, several other items are notoriously difficult to acquire:

• Mutagen Recipes: Obtaining all the mutagen recipes, particularly for the more powerful mutagens, can be a lengthy and frustrating process due to their random distribution in chests and monster drops.
• Diagrams for Grandmaster Armor: While not inherently rare, acquiring the diagrams for specific pieces of Grandmaster armor, especially if you haven’t planned your leveling and exploration carefully, can be a challenge due to required components and specific locations.
• Certain Gwent Cards: Completing the Gwent collection can be surprisingly difficult. Some cards are missable due to quest failures or NPCs who disappear from the game world.
• Relic Armor with Perfect Stats: Relic armor pieces have randomized stats within a certain range. Obtaining a piece with the absolute best possible stats requires immense luck.
• The Rose de Wett Armor: This armor is only available during the main quest line, and its availability relies on specific choices.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the highest level item in Witcher 3?

The highest level requirement for items in The Witcher 3 is around level 70, primarily for Grandmaster Witcher gear. However, with New Game Plus, items can scale to higher levels along with the player.

2. What is the best steel sword in Witcher 3?

Many consider the Aerondight (obtained in Blood and Wine) to be the best steel sword due to its scaling damage. The Toussaint Knight’s Steel Sword and Iris are also excellent choices.

3. What is the best silver sword in Witcher 3?

Similar to steel swords, Aerondight is a strong contender, especially with its scaling damage. Other excellent choices include Toussaint Knight’s Silver Sword and swords with high critical hit damage and bleed chance.

4. Is Witcher 3 pay to win?

No, The Witcher 3 is not a pay-to-win game. All content, including gear and story, is accessible through gameplay. There are no microtransactions that provide a significant advantage.

5. What is the best armor in Witcher 3?

The best armor largely depends on your play style. Grandmaster Witcher gear (Bear, Cat, Griffin, Wolf, and Manticore) are excellent choices, each offering unique bonuses that cater to different builds. The Tesham Mutna set is also a solid option.

6. How do I increase my carry weight in Witcher 3?

You can increase your carry weight by equipping saddlebags on Roach. The Zerrikanian Saddlebags provide the highest carry weight increase (+100).

7. What is the hardest quest in Witcher 3?

Several quests are considered difficult, depending on player skill and build. “Carnal Sins” can be challenging due to its investigation aspect and combat encounters. “Extreme Cosplay” can be very difficult, especially if the player is under-leveled. Certain contracts, like those involving powerful monsters, also pose a significant challenge.

8. Can you miss Gwent cards in Witcher 3?

Yes, certain Gwent cards are missable if you fail quests or do not interact with specific NPCs before they disappear from the game world. Make sure to purchase all cards available from merchants and win Gwent games against all available opponents.

9. What is the best build in Witcher 3?

There is no single “best” build, as it depends on your play style. Popular builds include Alchemy builds (focused on potions and decoctions), Combat builds (focused on fast attacks, strong attacks, or a mix of both), and Sign builds (focused on utilizing signs like Igni, Quen, and Axii). Hybrid builds are also viable.

10. How do I get the Aerondight sword?

The Aerondight is obtained during the “There Can Be Only One” quest in the Blood and Wine expansion. You need to display the five virtues of chivalry (compassion, generosity, honor, valor, and wisdom) throughout the expansion’s quests to prove yourself worthy.

11. What are the best mutations in Blood and Wine?

Popular mutations include Euphoria (increases damage based on toxicity), Bloodbath (increases attack power with each strike), and Piercing Cold (Aard has a chance to freeze enemies).

12. What is the best way to make money in Witcher 3?

Crafting and selling swords, completing contracts, looting bandit camps, and selling monster parts are all effective ways to make money. The Hanse Base method (repeatedly clearing Hanse Bases for loot) is a popular, though somewhat repetitive, strategy.

13. What level should I be to start the DLCs?

It’s generally recommended to be around level 30-35 to start Hearts of Stone and around level 35-40 to start Blood and Wine. However, the DLCs scale to your level, so you can start them at a higher level if you prefer.

14. What is the best way to level up quickly in Witcher 3?

Focus on completing main quests and side quests, as they provide the most experience. Using experience-boosting potions (like the Superior Swallow) can also help. Exploring new areas and discovering Places of Power provides additional experience.

15. How does New Game Plus work in Witcher 3?

New Game Plus allows you to start a new game with your character’s level, skills, and most of your equipment from your previous playthrough. Enemy levels are scaled up, and you can obtain higher-level versions of existing items. Gwent cards and quest items do not carry over.