Where is the Phantom of Eldberg?
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The Phantom of Eldberg is located in the Eldberg Lighthouse, which can be found on the island of Eldberg, and to get there, you need to start the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest by talking to Jorund in Arinbjorn’s Tavern or by finding the notice on the tavern’s notice board. The lighthouse is hard to miss, and you may have already paid it a visit if you chanced upon it while exploring the area, but to access it, you will have to deal with the wraiths that have covered the whole island in fog and put out the light in the lighthouse.
Introduction to the Phantom of Eldberg
The Phantom of Eldberg is a monster that has sprung up on Eldberg and is the main objective of the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest, and to complete this quest, you will have to investigate the lighthouse, talk to Mikkjal, the lighthouse keeper, and eventually, face the Phantom in battle.
FAQs about the Phantom of Eldberg
General Information
- What happened on Eldberg?: A wraith has sprung up on Eldberg and covered the whole island in fog and put out the light in the lighthouse.
- How do I get the Phantom of Eldberg?: You can start this quest by talking to Jorund directly in Arinbjorn’s tavern, finding the notice on Arinbjorn’s notice board, or investigating the area directly.
- Where is the key to the Eldberg Lighthouse?: The key to the Eldberg Lighthouse is given by Mikkjal, the lighthouse keeper, after talking to him.
Characters and Quests
- Can I save Jorund?: Yes, you can save Jorund if you complete the King’s Gambit quest before turning in the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest.
- What did Mikkjal do?: Mikkjal made a deal with others to occasionally have some ships go “astray” by not lighting the fire and thus having them crash into the island, and they would then split the spoils.
- Can you exile Hilde?: Yes, you can choose to exile Hilde instead of killing her if you reveal that she is the marked one.
Monsters and Enemies
- Do you have to fight Menge?: No, you don’t have to fight Menge if you play it right, as Triss will kill him and the torturer during a cutscene.
- What should I do with Mikkjal Witcher 3?: You need to escort Mikkjal as only he can light the fire to lift the curse.
Rewards and Consequences
- Can you save Vivienne?: While you can free Vivienne using the Oriole Egg, she will die after seven years.
- How do you keep Jorund alive?: You can keep Jorund alive by completing the King’s Gambit quest before turning in the Contract: The Phantom of Eldberg quest.
Other Locations and Characters
- What happened to Captain Wolverstone?: Captain Wolverstone died when his ship, the Atropos, wrecked near Rannvaig.
- What happens to Eredin in the books?: Eredin is killed by Geralt in a last skirmish on the Naglfar.
- Who should be king of Skellige?: Cerys appears to be the best option for the king of Skellige due to various reasons.
Game Mechanics and Choices
- Does tricking the Hym work?: Yes, tricking the Hym works, and you can banish it by putting the baby in the oven or giving it back to Udalryk.
- Should you side with Harald or Sven?: You should side with Sven to kill the Woodland Spirit and get the trophy, as siding with Harald will not give you this opportunity.