The Swallow potion in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is one of the most essential alchemical concoctions that players can create, given its significant role in restoring Geralt’s health. This guide will delve into how to obtain and create the basic Swallow potion, and further explore where to find the recipes for its enhanced and superior versions.
- How to Make the Basic Swallow Potion
- Step-by-Step Process
- Ingredients and Locations
- Dwarven Spirit
- Celandine
- Drowner Brain
- Enhanced Swallow Potion
- Recipe Location
- Ingredients for Enhanced Swallow Potion
- Superior Swallow Potion
- Recipe Location
- Ingredients for Superior Swallow Potion
- Brewing and Using Your Potions
- Conclusion
How to Make the Basic Swallow Potion
The Swallow potion accelerates Vitality regeneration, which is crucial for Geralt during battles and other challenging scenarios. However, Vitality regeneration pauses for two seconds upon receiving damage. Below are the steps to create the Swallow potion, along with its required ingredients.
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Dwarven Spirit | 1 |
| Celandine | 5 |
| Drowner Brain | 1 |
Step-by-Step Process
- Open the Alchemy tab in the menu.
- Locate the Swallow potion formula.
- Gather the required ingredients: Dwarven Spirit, Celandine, and Drowner Brain.
- Once you have all ingredients, brew the potion using the alchemy screen.
It’s important to note that the basic formula for Swallow is generally included in your inventory when you start the game, especially after reaching White Orchard. However, if you cannot find it, consider checking the filters in your alchemy screen to ensure the recipe isn’t hidden under an “already crafted” filter.
Ingredients and Locations
Dwarven Spirit
You can purchase Dwarven Spirit from various merchants throughout the game. A reliable early-game source is the innkeeper at the pub in White Orchard, where it is available for 47 crowns.
Celandine
Celandine is a readily available herb found in various locations. In White Orchard, you can find it near the pub and the Herbalist’s house. It’s identifiable by its tall yellow flowers.
Drowner Brain
Obtaining a Drowner Brain involves defeating Drowners, which are typically found near bodies of water like rivers and lakes. This can be tricky, as Drowners often attack in groups, so be prepared for combat.
Enhanced Swallow Potion
Upgrading your Swallow potion to the enhanced version makes it even more potent. Enhanced Swallow increases the duration of Vitality regeneration and enhances the potion’s general efficacy.
Recipe Location
The recipe for the Enhanced Swallow potion can be found in various locations across the world of The Witcher 3. One commonly reported location is in a chest in the caverns beneath the Elven Ruins in Velen. Another potential location is with herbalists and alchemists located in different regions:
- Herbalist in the forest north of Oxenfurt in Velen
- Keira Metz in Velen after completing the “Magic Lamp” quest
Ingredients for Enhanced Swallow Potion
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Dwarven Spirit | 1 |
| Celandine | 5 |
| Drowner Brain | 1 |
| Cortinarius | 1 |
Superior Swallow Potion
The Superior Swallow potion is even more powerful, offering extended Vitality regeneration and reduced toxicity.
Recipe Location
Finding the Superior Swallow recipe is more challenging, often requiring players to explore specific high-level areas. Some known locations include:
- House in the northeastern part of Novigrad
- Hidden treasure locations marked by Smugglers’ Caches
Ingredients for Superior Swallow Potion
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Mandrake Cordial | 1 |
| White Gull | 1 |
| Celandine | 5 |
| Drowner Brain | 1 |
| Sewant Mushroom | 2 |
Brewing and Using Your Potions
Once you have collected the recipes and ingredients, return to the Alchemy tab in your menu. Select the desired potion version and brew it. Note that you can only own a certain number of potions at a time, usually up to three doses, which will automatically replenish when meditating, provided you have strong alcohol in your inventory.
The step-by-step approach to creating these essential potions ensures that you are always well-prepared to take on the challenges that Geralt encounters throughout his adventures. Upgrading your potions not only increases their effectiveness but also makes managing combat and exploration significantly easier.
Conclusion
Understanding and effectively utilizing alchemy is crucial in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The Swallow potion, in its basic, enhanced, and superior forms, is an invaluable asset for survival and combat efficiency. Following this guide should provide a clear path to creating and upgrading this potion, ensuring Geralt remains at peak performance throughout his journey.
