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InKingdom Come Deliverance 2, not every duel is a matter of life and death—some, like those with Menhard von Frankfurt, are fought for the pure love of swordplay. However, the Kuttenberg Brotherhood sees things differently, and their opposition adds tension to theArs Dimicatoriaquest.
This quest is easy to miss if you select the wrong speech options, but completing it unlocks repeatable rewards and valuable training. Follow this Ars Dimicatoria quest guide to successfully trigger and finish the quest while securing the best outcomes.
Henry must passhard-level speech checksearly in the quest—coercion, persuasion, or scholarship. Failing any of these checks will cause the quest to end prematurely. Don’t start this quest if your speech skills are low.
How to Start Ars Dimicatoria
To begin Ars Dimicatoria, head toKuttenberg’s trading district. There, you’ll encounter a man in bright green and red calling out for challengers.
This is Menhard von Frankfurt, and he wants to duel Henry—not for bloodshed, but for prestige. To accept the challenge, you must remove your armor as he requests and ensure youhave at least 200 groschen to place as a bet. Once you’re ready,the duel begins.
Menhard is a tough opponent. As with most of Kingdom Come’s difficult opponents,focus on Master Strikes to ensure victory.
Just as you’re about to be declared the victor, city officials will interrupt, accusing Menhard of conducting illegal duels—despite his writ of permission from King Wenceslas.
This is your first major choice. Successfully convincing the guards that Menhard is either a friend of Wenceslas or innocent of breaking the law will allow the quest to proceed.
Stealing the Kuttenberg Guild’s Sword
After resolving the dispute, Menhard will either retreat to an inn west of the city or the Emperor Charles tavern within Kuttenberg’s walls, depending on how the earlier conversation unfolded.
When you find him,he’ll share his story and request that Henry steal the Guild Sword from the Kuttenberg Brotherhoodand display it in the Town Hall as a challenge.
The Guild Hall is located in the southwest corner of the city and is easily identifiable by the red and yellow flags.
If you go in during the day, entry through the side door may afford you a chance to get in fast and cleanly, so long as you don’t get caught.
The Guild Sword is displayed on the second floor, hanging on the wall in the main hall.Depending on your stealth skills, stealing the sword at nightcanbe easier due to the lack of witnesses. However,be prepared to wear dark clothing and pick difficult locksthat remain unlocked during the day.
Displaying it in the Town Hall
Once you’ve secured the Guild Sword, take it to Kuttenberg’s Town Hall, which is located near the city center. If you’re not playing Hardcore mode, you’re able to use quick travel to reach the location faster.
Just inside the entrance, there are pegs on the wall where the sword must be placed.Once the sword is in position, return to Menhard to continue the quest.
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If a guard is stationed near the hall’s entrance, all you have to do is wait. He will eventually leave to patrol elsewhere, providing a clear opportunity to place the sword undetected.
Dueling for Honor
After returning to Menhard, a cutscene reveals the Kuttenberg Brotherhood’s discovery of their stolen sword.
In response, they challenge Menhard’s Brotherhood to a tournament to determine which group will hold the honor of leading Kuttenberg’s swordfighting community.
If you defeated Menhard during your initial duel, he will immediately induct Henry into his brotherhood. Otherwise, you’ll need to duel him again to earn your place.
You may need to wait 24-48 hours after this cutscene before Menhard triggers the tournament.
The Kuttenberg tournament closely resembles the Rattay Tourney from the original Kingdom Come: Deliverance.
You must win two out of three duels to claim victory. However, unlike Rattay, these fights are conducted without armor, and between your matches, you’ll have to watch the other duelists. During these breaks,you’re able to drink potions, repair gear, or evenvisit the bathhouse—just be sure to return in time for your next fight.
If you were caught sneaking around the Kuttenberg Brotherhood’s guild hall, the kuttenbergers will be allowed to wear light armor for a slight advantage during the tournament.
When it’s time for Henry’s turn, advance to the yellow corner to begin your duel.The final opponent, Master Nicholas, is by far the most formidable.He excels at countering and performing Master Strikes, making defensive play and counterattacks the safest route.
After three in-game days, return to Menhard once he takes control of the Kuttenberg Brotherhood.
As a reward, you gain permanent access to the guild hall, advanced combat training from Menhard and Arne, and Master Menhard’s longsword. You also unlock weekly swordfighting tournaments, allowing you to earn valuable rewards and improve your combat skills in the future.
