Bringing Triss Merigold to Kaer Morhen in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a pivotal moment, impacting both the main storyline and your relationship with Triss. This guide will walk you through the steps, ensuring you don't miss a beat. This romantic storyline requires careful choices and timing. It's a quest with many variables.
Navigating the Paths to Kaer Morhen with Triss
The journey to bringing Triss to Kaer Morhen begins long before you even think about the snowy mountain fortress. Your choices throughout the game, particularly during the Novigrad and related quests, significantly influence whether she'll even want to go.
The Seeds of Romance: Novigrad Decisions
Your relationship with Triss blossoms (or wilts) in Novigrad. Several key decisions affect her willingness to accompany you to Kaer Morhen:
- The Novigrad Affair: Your choices during this questline are paramount. Supporting Triss and helping her escape the burning mage hunt is crucial. Failure to do so essentially ends your chances of a romantic relationship, and thus prevents her from accompanying you.
- Protecting Triss: In Novigrad, actively protecting Triss from danger, especially during the escape, strengthens your bond. Conversely, neglecting her safety damages your relationship.
- Romantic Choices: Choose dialogue options that indicate a romantic interest in Triss. These moments are subtle but crucial in building your connection.
The Invitation to Kaer Morhen: Timing is Everything
Once you've laid the groundwork in Novigrad, the invitation to Kaer Morhen must be issued at the appropriate moment. This typically occurs during or after the main storyline progresses to the point where Geralt is summoned there. The exact timing might vary slightly depending on your choices but generally happens after completing the major Novigrad quests.
The Key Scene: The Crucial Conversation
At some point during a conversation with Triss, ideally after all the Novigrad events are resolved, you'll have the chance to formally invite her to Kaer Morhen. This is not a single, easily missed line; rather, the dialogue options that lead to this outcome emerge naturally from the established relationship.
Troubleshooting: Triss Isn't Coming!
If Triss refuses your invitation, or isn't present when you expect, consider these factors:
- Did you successfully complete the Novigrad quests that involved Triss? Any failures in this sequence may prevent her from joining you later.
- Did you choose dialogue options that showed your romantic interest? Look back at previous conversations—you may have inadvertently damaged your bond with her.
- Did you leave her stranded? This will certainly ruin the possibility of a romantic involvement.
If you are having trouble getting Triss to Kaer Morhen you may need to reload an earlier save. It's essential to carefully consider your romantic choices throughout the game.
The Rewards of Success: Strengthening Your Bond
Bringing Triss to Kaer Morhen opens up several unique storylines and dialogue options. This isn't simply about ticking a box; it's about deepening your connection. Your choices here can influence the broader narrative and the development of your relationship with Triss.
Bringing Triss to Kaer Morhen in The Witcher 3 is a rewarding experience, enhancing both the narrative and the romance. By following these steps and making the right choices along the way, you'll be well on your way to sharing the cold, but cozy, embrace of the Witcher fortress.
