Another one of the most crucial aspects of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is acquiring a reliable mount, and this guide will walk you through the process of obtaining the best horse right at the start of your adventure.
Why Getting a Horse Early Matters:
- Increased Carrying Capacity: A horse allows you to carry significantly more loot, which translates to more items to sell and, consequently, more money.
- Faster Travel: Horses enable quicker exploration of the game world, making your adventures more efficient and enjoyable.
- Early Game Advantage: Having a horse from the beginning can give you a considerable edge, potentially making you overpowered in the early stages of the game.
The Legendary Pebbles:
While there are various horses available in the game, this guide focuses on obtaining “Pebbles,” a horse that’s become somewhat of a legend among Kingdom Come players.
Despite having relatively low stats, Pebbles is an excellent starter horse and holds a special place in the hearts of many fans.
Step-by-Step Guide to Acquiring Pebbles:
- Starting Point: The guide begins immediately after the cutscene where you’ve been detained and are now free to roam. You’ll start in Trostsk with only five coins and minimal clothing.
- Journey to Sázava:
- Open your map and look for Sázava, which should be visible through the clouds.
- Set a waypoint near Sázava to guide your journey.
- Follow the main road south from Trostsk towards Sázava.
- Navigating to the Castle:
- When you reach the first crossroad, turn right.
- You’ll pass a small fenced camp area.
- Keep an eye out for a large tree, which serves as a landmark.
- Continue until you see the castle-like keep ahead.
- Entering Sázava:
- Once you reach the keep, you’ll discover Sázava.
- Look for pictures of horses, indicating where you’ll find Pebbles.
- Meeting the Horsekeeper:
- Locate and speak to the horsekeeper.
- You’ll have several dialogue options:
a. “Take a good look at me” (Requires 14+ Charisma)
b. “Be reasonable” (Requires 14+ Speech)
c. Buy Pebbles for 150 coins (can be haggled down) - At this point in the game, these options are likely unavailable due to low stats and lack of money.
- Stealing Pebbles:
- Save your game before proceeding (use your savior schnapps if available).
- Mount Pebbles to steal her.
- Quickly jump the fence and head towards the main road.
- Escaping to No Man’s Land:
- Set a waypoint at the crossroads near No Man’s Land camp.
- Follow the path, avoiding potential dangers like bandits.
- You’ll eventually reach a valley and the No Man’s Land camp.
- Finding the Horse Trader:
- Locate the horse trader in the camp. His position may vary depending on the time of day.
- Speak to the trader to access the horse black market.
- At this point, you can’t afford to buy Pebbles legitimately (costs 120 coins).
- Acquiring Funds:
- Ride along the river’s edge to avoid dangers like wild dogs.
- Head to the area known as “the water goblin’s treasure.”
- Look for a large tree with vines and a pot nearby.
- Open the pot to find 125 coins.
- Purchasing Pebbles Legitimately:
- Return to the horse trader in No Man’s Land.
- Use the newly acquired 125 coins (plus your original 5) to purchase Pebbles for 120 coins.
- The trader will throw in an old saddle and some gear.
- Equipping Pebbles:
- Open your inventory and equip the bridle and saddle to Pebbles.
- This will significantly increase your carrying capacity.
Important Considerations:
- Avoiding Detection: If you’ve stolen Pebbles, avoid returning to Sázava for a while, as the horsekeeper will recognize the horse. Getting caught can result in a fine of 200-400 coins.
- Alternative Approach: To avoid potential fines, consider stealing Pebbles at night when there are fewer witnesses. However, you’ll need to wait until daytime to purchase her from the horse trader.
- Time Management: Never skip time while on a stolen horse, as this will cause the horse to disappear.
- Alternative Horse Option: There’s another horse available for 160 coins with slightly different stats:
- More carrying capacity (216 vs. Pebbles’ lower capacity)
- Less stamina
- Higher speed
- Less courage
If you choose this horse, you’ll need to sell some items to make up the extra 10 coins needed for purchase.
Comparing Pebbles to Other Horses:
While Pebbles may not have the best stats, she offers several advantages for new players:
- Low cost (100 coin value, purchasable for 120)
- Higher courage, which can be beneficial in combat situations
- Decent stamina, allowing for longer rides without rest
More expensive horses in the game can cost up to 1,600 coins, making Pebbles an excellent value for early-game players.
Tips for Horse Ownership:
- Whistle to call your horse: Once you own Pebbles, you can whistle to summon her.
- Maintain your horse: Regular grooming and feeding will keep your horse in top condition.
- Upgrade gear: As you progress, look for better saddles and other horse equipment to improve performance.
- Practice riding: Spend time getting used to horse controls to navigate terrain more effectively.
The Importance of Horses in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2:
Horses are not just a means of transportation in this game; they’re a crucial component of your character’s development and success. With Pebbles (or another early-game horse) at your side, you’ll be able to:
- Explore the wide, beautifully crafted world more efficiently
- Engage in mounted combat once you’ve developed the necessary skills
- Complete quests and missions more quickly
- Transport more goods for trading, increasing your wealth
- Escape dangerous situations more easily
Moreover, the bond you form with your horse adds an extra layer of immersion to the game, enhancing the overall medieval role-playing experience.
Conclusion:
Getting a horse early in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 can really make the game better for you. You can pick the popular horse named Pebbles, or spend a bit more money on a different one.
Having a horse right from the start will help you a lot. This guide shows how to get your first horse, step by step, so you can do well in this game set in old times.
Remember to play the game in a good way, think about what happens when you do things (like stealing), and most of all, have fun in the big, interesting world of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2.
You’re about to start a journey in a place that looks like Europe in the 1400s. With a good horse to help you, you’ll be ready for whatever tough stuff comes your way.
