Summary
- Completing the KCD2 Man Proposes quest leads players to an unsettling discovery while also learning a deeper truth about Voyta.
- This quest in the Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Brushes With Death DLC can be unlocked after completing either of The Night-Mare or Stained Honour quests.
- Completing Man Proposes leads players to the connected quest, KCD2 God Disposes.
A lot of quests in the Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 base game feature dark storylines and haunting narratives. In the Brushes With Death story DLC, players can encounter a story of the similar vein through KCD2 Man Proposes. This quest takes Henry on a troubling journey that reveals disturbing secrets about Voyta’s past. If you want to unlock the hidden “Curiosity Killed the Cat” achievement, you’ll need to follow specific steps carefully.
Starting the KCD2 Man Proposes Quest
This is one of the two quests you can take following The Night-Mare quest in Kuttenburg City. Once finished, find Voyta in his workshop and talk to him.
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- Ask what else you can do for him – Starts the “Stained Honour” quest
- Ask him about his past – Starts the “Man Proposes” quest
You can choose whichever quest to do first. If you’ve already done Stained Honour, you can come back to Voyta and select this dialogue option next. Voyta will reluctantly direct you to a dugout located northeast of Maleshov village.
To reach the location quickly, fast travel to either Danemark or Maleshov. Then ride toward the objective marker. The dugout sits surrounded by trees, making it easy to spot once you arrive.
When you approach the dugout, you’ll encounter a solitary man sitting peacefully nearby. However, don’t let his calm appearance fool you. He becomes hostile the moment you get too close. Here’s where the KCD2 Man Proposes quest presents its first crucial choice.
You have two options when the man attacks:
- Fight and potentially kill him (leads to a worse ending)
- Surrender immediately by pressing ALT and selecting the surrender option
Choose surrender to defuse the situation. This allows you to have a proper conversation with the man. During this dialogue, he reveals cryptic information about Voyta’s death and hands you the Madman’s broken sword.
Reforging the Sword and Investigating the Dugout
Do not investigate the dugout immediately, although most players may instinctively do so. Doing this will lock you out of the “Curiosity Killed the Cat” achievement.
Instead, leave the area without searching anything. Then, reforge the sword and give it back to the dugout man. Here’s a detailed guide on how to achieve the “Curiosity Killed the Cat” trophy.
After you’ve handled the sword situation properly, you can start your investigation. The KCD2 Man Proposes quest requires you to examine several disturbing clues:
- Check the scarecrow and look for an anthill nearby
- Examine the noose hanging from a tree branch
- Enter the dugout and investigate the wolf’s heart on a plate
- Look at the damaged roof and tree construction
- Check the destroyed cart in front of the cottage
Each item adds to the quest’s eerie atmosphere and provides context for the tragic story unfolding.
Completing the Quest
To complete the quest, return to Voyta in Kuttenburg and speak with him. He will reveal more about his true identity in the conversation that follows. You will also unlock new painting symbols for shields.
However, the quest isn’t truly finished yet. As written on our “Curiosity Killed the Cat” trophy guide, you have to wait 2-3 in-game days and return to the dugout. When you arrive, you’ll make a grim discovery that unlocks the achievement.
As a final reward, check the chest inside the dugout to claim the completed Madman’s Sword. This is a powerful weapon in-game just as it represents an impactful lore.
Conclusion
The KCD2 Man Proposes quest reminds players of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2‘s ability to tell haunting stories. While the DLC has already piqued player’s interest with the strange opening quest, the narrative digs deeper into a more complex theme in Man Proposes. Following this, the connected quest, KCD2 “God Disposes” is less unsettling and more emotional, continuing a series of discoveries about Voyta.
