In “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,” the quest “Enemy of the People” presents players with a formidable challenge: defeating an Ifrit. This fire elemental is entwined with the larger mission “Redania’s Most Wanted,” a side quest located in the bustling Novigrad area. This guide aims to provide a comprehensive walkthrough on how to defeat the Ifrit and complete the quest efficiently.
Understanding the Quest: “Enemy of the People”
The quest begins when Geralt of Rivia, the protagonist, seeks information on the whereabouts of Philippa Eilhart. Her hideout becomes the focal point of “Redania’s Most Wanted,” where players eventually encounter the Ifrit. The recommended level for this quest is at least 12, making it essential for players to be well-prepared before attempting it.
Preparation Before the Battle
Before venturing into Philippa’s lair, there are several preparatory steps players should take:
- Elementa Oil: As the Ifrit is a fire elemental, applying Elementa Oil to your silver sword will boost your damage against it. Ensure you have enough ingredients to craft some if needed.
- Dimeritium Bombs: These bombs are highly effective against elemental foes. Craft or purchase a few from local merchants if you don’t already have them in your inventory.
- Potions and Decoctions: Equip yourself with healing potions like Swallow and decoctions such as Tawny Owl for stamina regeneration during combat.
- Armor Upgrades: Given the Ifrit’s powerful attacks, consider upgrading your armor for better defense. Enhancements that offer fire resistance will be particularly beneficial.
Entering the Hideout
To access Philippa’s hideout, you need a special tile obtained from the witch hunters nearby. Use your Witcher Senses to locate the slot in which to place this tile, triggering the entrance to open.
- Once inside, navigate through a series of tunnels and rooms filled with Nekkers. These creatures can be pesky, so prepare to use Necrophage Oil and signs such as Igni or Yrden to dispatch them efficiently.
- The cave system is dark, which can hinder navigation. Use a Cat potion to enhance your vision or light the way with a torch.
- Throughout the labyrinth, you will encounter several inactive portals. Activate these by using the Aard sign at specific crystal locations, often requiring power cells obtained from defeated Nekkers.
The Ifrit Battle
Upon reaching the chamber where the Ifrit resides, prepare yourself for a challenging confrontation. The Ifrit, being a fire elemental, deploys scorching attacks that can quickly overwhelm an unprepared adventurer.
- Combat Strategy:
- Signs: The Quen sign is invaluable for this fight. Cast it frequently to absorb incoming damage, especially from the Ifrit’s fiery projectiles and ground-based fire attacks.
- Dodging: Maintain a strategic distance and continuously dodge to avoid the area-of-effect fire attacks. Observing the Ifrit’s attack patterns will give you an edge in predicting and avoiding them.
- Bombs: When an opportunity arises, use Dimeritium Bombs to disrupt the Ifrit’s magic, effectively neutralizing its fire abilities for a brief duration and making it more vulnerable to your attacks.
- Environment Usage: Use the terrain to your advantage. There are stalagmites that can be blasted with Aard to disrupt the Ifrit’s movement or provide temporary cover from its attacks.
- Persistence: Staying patient and conserving stamina is key. Wait for openings to strike while the Ifrit is off-guard or recovering from an attack.
Post-Battle Exploration
After defeating the Ifrit, explore the chamber thoroughly. Using your Witcher senses, uncover several items of interest:
- Boots and Feathers: These are scattered around the chamber and could be useful or simply add context to the game world.
- Mega-scope Crystal: Hidden within the chamber, this quest item is crucial for further progression. Be sure to pick it up to complete the search for Philippa’s hideout.
Deciding the Fate of the Mega-scope Crystal
At this junction, players are faced with consequential choices regarding the mega-scope crystal. How you handle this decision impacts storyline progression and character relationships:
- Giving it to Triss: Handing the crystal to Triss Merigold can strengthen your relationship with her. Triss could also provide hidden insights or reveal messages related to Philippa.
- Showing it to Yennefer: An alternative choice is to bring the item to Yennefer of Vengerberg post the Skellige questline. This course could unlock more narrative threads or character interactions.
- Surrendering it to Radovid: Delivering the crystal to King Radovid grants you immediate rewards but may limit story options regarding Triss and Yennefer. Weigh the potential gains carefully.
- Deception Option: Concealing the discovery from both Radovid and the witch hunters presents an intriguing option that maintains narrative suspense but closes off other pathways of reward.
Consequences of Your Choice
The choice you make about the mega-scope crystal will reflect in future interactions and unfolding events:
| Action | Consequence |
|---|---|
| Give to Triss | Enriches her storyline and possibly provides hidden dialogue. |
| Show to Yennefer | Influences later events and may reveal additional lore elements. |
| Hand to Radovid | Results in immediate compensation but potentially restricts ally interactions. |
| Lie to all | Retains the mystery of the crystal but eliminates options for alliance strengthening or reward. |
Completing the Quest
After deciding on the fate of the crystal and interacting with your chosen characters, return to Radovid if necessary to conclude the quest “Enemy of the People.” Depending on your decisions, the quest may offer different conclusions and rewards.
As with many quests in “The Witcher 3,” this one provides multiple opportunities for exploration and player agency. Carefully consider your strategies and choices to impact Geralt’s journey meaningfully.
