Mastering the Feline: A Level Guide to Witcher 3’s Cat School Gear

So, you’re eyeing that sleek, deadly Feline School Gear in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Excellent choice! The Cat School specializes in fast attacks, high damage, and nimble combat, perfect for Geralt’s agility. But before you can embody the feline prowess, you’ll need to meet the level requirements. So, let’s get to the question at hand:

What level do you have to be to get the Feline School Gear Set?

The basic Feline Armor set requires you to be at least level 17 to equip. The Enhanced Feline set requires a level 23 to wear. Mastercrafted Feline Gear requires level 34, while the Grandmaster Feline Gear is for level 40.

However, here’s a crucial detail: the Feline Crossbow has a separate level requirement of level 29. And remember, while you can acquire the diagrams earlier, Geralt won’t be able to equip the gear until he reaches the specified level. So, planning is key! Now, let’s dive deeper into the intricacies of the Cat School Gear with some frequently asked questions.

Feline FAQs: Sharpening Your Knowledge

These FAQs will cover everything you need to know about the Feline school gear.

How do I start the Feline Gear quest?

The beauty of the Witcher 3 is its open-world exploration. You can kick off the Feline Gear quest in a few ways:

• Finding a Diagram: Stumbling upon any Feline Gear diagram will automatically trigger the associated scavenger hunt quest.
• Julia Kenyon’s Diary: Locating and reading Julia Keynon’s diary will set you on the right path.
• Buying Maps: Vendors sell maps that point you in the direction of the diagrams. Look for these maps in:
  • Blackbough (two maps)
  • Crow’s Perch
  • Lindenvale

The easiest way to get the markers is to buy Adalbert Kermith’s map from Crow’s Perch’s quartermaster.

Where can I find the basic Feline Gear diagrams?

Locating the diagrams is the first step! Here’s where to find the basic set:

• Steel Sword & Armor: Drahim Castle, south of the Glory Gate near Novigrad. Head down to the lower floor via a ladder and look for a chest.
• Silver Sword: Est Tayiar, east of Novigrad.

Where can I find the Enhanced Feline Gear diagrams?

Upgrading your gear is crucial for staying competitive. Here’s where to find the Enhanced versions:

• Armor: Aeramas’ Abandoned Manor. Head to the ruined building and up the stairs, then immediately turn right to find the chest next to a bookshelf.

How do I obtain the Mastercrafted Feline Gear?

The Mastercrafted Feline Gear is a significant upgrade. You’ll need to venture to Skellige for the diagrams:

• Chest Armor: Harviken on the southeast island of Skellige. Head east to find a cave, break the wall with Aard, and the diagram is in the right-hand chest.
• Silver Sword: Enter the cave and find the weakened wall. Destroy it using Aard. Continue walking until you find two chests. The diagram is in the right one.

What materials do I need to craft the Feline Armor?

Gathering the necessary materials is essential. For the basic Feline Armor, you’ll need:

• Shirt
• Hardened Leather (x2)
• Dark Steel Plate (x2)
• Hardened Timber (x2)
• Powdered Monster Tissue

What is the complete Feline School Gear set?

The Feline Witcher Gear Set offers a full suite of equipment:

• Chest Armor
• Steel Sword
• Silver Sword
• Crossbow (not upgradeable to Grandmaster)
• Gauntlets
• Boots
• Trousers

Is the Feline School Gear suitable for my playstyle?

The Feline Gear is tailored for a specific style:

• Fast Attacks: It significantly boosts damage dealt with quick strikes.
• Stamina Regeneration: It enhances your ability to quickly recover stamina, allowing for more frequent attacks and dodges.
• Agility & Evasion: The light armor makes you more nimble, ideal for players who rely on dodging and maneuvering.
• Bleeding: The Grandmaster version has a chance to cause bleeding as well as resistance to piercing, slashing, elemental, and monster damage.

If you favor a more aggressive, hit-and-run combat style, the Feline Gear is an excellent choice.

Who can craft the Feline Gear?

Crafting these diagrams requires the following blacksmiths:

• Swords: You need to unlock Master Blacksmith Hattori in Novigrad. Complete his questline to gain access to his master crafting skills.
• Armor: To craft the Armor piece, you need to unlock Master Armorer Yoana in Crow’s Perch.
• Other armor pieces: Any Journeyman armorer can craft the remaining armor components.

Feline vs. Ursine: Which is better?

This is a matter of preference, but here’s a quick breakdown:

• Feline: Favors fast attacks and high damage output, relying on agility and dodging.
• Ursine: Designed for a tank-like build, focusing on strong attacks, heavy armor, and alchemy buffs.

Choose Feline if you want to be a whirlwind of steel, and Ursine if you prefer to be an unmovable fortress.

Is the Cat School gear better than Griffin gear?

Again, it depends on your combat style:

• Feline: Better for sword-focused builds with a fast pace and emphasis on quick attacks and dodges.
• Griffin: Geared towards sign-heavy builds, enhancing sign intensity and allowing for more frequent spellcasting.

Where is the Legendary Feline Armor?

The term “Legendary” often refers to the New Game + versions of the gear. The Enhanced Feline Armor diagram in this mode can be found at Aeramas’ Abandoned Manor, in the ruined building. Head up the stairs and immediately hook right around the corner to find the chest next to a skinny bookshelf. This holds the Enhanced Feline Armor diagram.

What makes the Hen Gaidth sword the best steel sword?

While other swords might boast higher raw damage or specific bonuses, the Hen Gaidth sword stands out because it scales to your level. This ensures it remains a potent weapon throughout your playthrough, making it a reliable choice.

Does the Grandmaster Feline Crossbow contribute to the set bonus?

This is a bit of a trick! While the Grandmaster Feline set bonus note will display when hovering over this crossbow, it doesn’t contribute to it, as it isn’t a Grandmaster item.

Can Witcher Gear be used as a tool for education?

Absolutely! The complexity and depth of games like The Witcher 3 present numerous opportunities for learning and skill development. The narrative complexity encourages critical thinking, and strategic choices promote problem-solving skills. You can find more research about the educational implications of gaming through the Games Learning Society or at GamesLearningSociety.org, which is a great resource for educators and researchers interested in game-based learning.

By understanding the level requirements, gathering the necessary materials, and tailoring your build to the Feline School’s strengths, you’ll become a true master of the blade, slicing through enemies with unmatched speed and precision. Now go forth, Witcher, and make the Cat School proud!