The Witcher 3: Never Trust Children: A Cautionary Tale
Trusting children may seem like a good idea, but The Witcher 3 cautions against blindly believing their words in the Never Trust Children side quest. This quest draws inspiration from fairytales that warn against the dangers of trusting children with adult matters.
The Never Trust Children quest is divided into two parts - one in the major city of Novigrad and the other on the islands of Skellige. Though it requires some travel, the quest is relatively short and well worth the effort. For information on the duration of each status effect, our The Witcher 3 status effects length comparison provides a helpful guide.
The Witcher 3: Never Trust Children Quest Details
To ensure success in both parts of the quest, it is important not to ignore the child involved. The encounter in Novigrad takes place near Triss' residence, at a street corner just north of the entrance, where a child can be found crying. Ignoring the child will result in automatic quest failure, as the child will lead you to a pair of thugs waiting to harm him. Defeating the thugs will conclude this part of the quest.
The second encounter occurs on Ard Skellig, between Arinbjorn and Sund, on the island's western coast. Here, a child will be crying by the road, claiming that their father is being attacked by a bear. However, the child will lead you to a group of bandits in the woods instead. Overcoming the bandits is necessary to complete the quest.
While this side quest may be straightforward, it serves as a reminder that ignoring a child's plea can have dire consequences. The Witcher 3 emphasizes the importance of considering the well-being of children and the impact of our actions. It is these attention to details that make video games more immersive and realistic.
