New Fires, and an Old Flame

• Main Quest: The Nilfgaardian Connection, and commence the Main Quests across No Man’s Land (Velen).
• Main Quest: Pyres of Novigrad, and commence the Main Quests across Novigrad (this quest).
• Main Quest: The King is Dead—Long Live the King, and commence the Main Quests across Skellige.

Enter Novigrad via any of the gates, and head into the district known as Glory Lane. Work your way through the cobblestone streets to Hierarch Square, where the Captain of the Temple Guard—a callous man named Menge—burns a sorceress and a doppler (shapeshifter) at the stake, in the name of the Eternal Fire. Watch the spectacle if you wish, before heading to Triss’ last known whereabouts.

Two looters are ransacking the belongings in the courtyard of the Ubbizi Townhouse, where Triss was staying. You’re not here for loot (or a fight) so steer the conversation into asking who might know of where the sorceress of this residence is. They agree that Putrid Grove—where thieves and beggars hang out—is your best bet; it’s where the King of Beggars resides, and somewhere not even Menge would dare venture.

Menge himself—and his Temple Guard—decide to take this opportunity to arrive, cart away the two looters, and Menge pries you for information on the “bitch sorceress” who lives here. Then he departs, keeping an eye on you. Optionally enter the townhouse, which has been ransacked, using your Witcher Senses to uncover some amulets emanating magic, some of Triss’ clothing, and a flower that has sentimental value for the both of you.