Johnny the Godling in The Witcher 3: where to find him for the quest and afterwards

In “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,” players embark on numerous quests filled with intricate characters and mesmerizing lore. One such character is Johnny the Godling, a curious entity who plays a significant role in several quests. This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide on where to find Johnny during the quest “Ladies of the Wood” and what happens to him afterwards. This will help players navigate the complex environments of Velen and beyond to maximize their gameplay experience.

Finding Johnny During “Ladies of the Wood” Quest

To start your journey to find Johnny, you first need to activate the quest “Ladies of the Wood.” This quest becomes available as you explore Velen. The primary trigger for this quest is reading a book named “The Ladies of the Wood,” which you can find within your Quest Items. Once the book is read, your objective will update, indicating the path toward the Trail of Treats.

Your initial goal will be to locate a shrine that marks the start of the Trail of Treats. To find it:

• Use your Witcher Senses to identify the shrine adorned with a necklace of treats.

The trail will guide you through dense marshland, where you will eventually come across a small cluster of buildings occupied by children. This is where Johnny’s presence becomes more evident.

Engaging with the Children

Upon arrival at the small village, engage with the children playing in a clearing. They will mention Johnny and the mysterious Gran. However, Gran will interrupt, forcing you to employ some creativity to get the information you need about Johnny. You have two primary methods to achieve this:

• Option 1: Lure Gran away yourself by convincing her.
• Option 2: Employ the help of the children to distract Gran.

Choosing the latter method, you will need to play hide-and-seek with the children:

Hide-and-Seek with the Children

If you opt to play hide-and-seek, you have to find all the hidden children using your Witcher Senses. Here’s where you can find them:

• First Child: Hiding inside a hut.
• Second Child: Near a bridge, concealed beneath a pile of leaves on a porch.
• Third Child: In a bush close to the original hiding spot.
• Fourth Child: In another hut, trace the footprints leading to a body of water.

Successfully concluding this mini-game will distract Gran long enough for you to speak to Travik, who tells you where you can find Johnny.

Locating Johnny in the Swamp

Armed with this new information, you will need to search for Johnny in the nearby swamp. Navigate through these steps to find him:

• Head north-east towards the objective marker.
• Deal with hostile creatures like Drowners and Water Hags in the area.
• Activate your Witcher Senses to find Johnny’s footprints and follow them.
• Upon finding his footprints, continue tracking through the swamp until you discover a small burrow where Johnny resides.

Once you’ve located Johnny, interact with the burrow to lure him out. Unfortunately, Johnny will be unable to speak, leading you to the task of retrieving his voice.

Helping Johnny Retrieve His Voice

Johnny lost his voice in mysterious circumstances and needs your help to regain it. Here’s how to proceed:

• Follow Johnny to the designated location where his voice went missing.
• Defeat the Drowners, Water Hags, and Harpies that guard the area.
• Climb the rock face and search the raven’s nest for items needed to restore his voice.

After retrieving a sealed bottle and a raven feather from the nest, return to Johnny to restore his speech. With his voice regained, Johnny will provide you with substantial information about the ashen-haired woman (Ciri) and assist you in contacting Gran again.

Johnny’s Role in Subsequent Quests

Johnny’s involvement does not end with “Ladies of the Wood.” Depending on your choices throughout the game, Johnny may appear again:

Secondary Quest: Return to Crookback Bog

• Johnny can be found at the Crones’ sabbath during the quest “Bald Mountain,” accompanied by another godling named Sarah, if you chose to expel her from the haunted house in Novigrad.

Finding Johnny After “Ladies of the Wood”

Upon completion of “Ladies of the Wood” and potentially “Bald Mountain,” you will find that Johnny returns to his initial swampy home. Players often wonder if they can interact with Johnny post-main questline. The answer is yes; returning to Crookback Bog will typically find Johnny back in his burrow, providing continuity and a sense of immersion to the game.

Interaction with Sarah

If you decided to expel Sarah from the haunted house, she will appear alongside Johnny at the Crones’ sabbath. Johnny and Sarah form a relationship due to their shared godling nature, and you can find both in Velen post these events.

Conclusion

Johnny the Godling stands as one of the most memorable and enduring characters in “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.” His distinctive appearance, from his bright yellow eyes to his child-like demeanor, adds depth to the game’s lore. By understanding where to find him during critical quests and knowing his subsequent locations, you can fully appreciate the rich narrative tapestry of the game. Johnny functions not just as a quest marker but as an engaging element that enriches the lore and emotional depth of “The Witcher 3.”