Going The Whole Hog

Along the northern road within The Descent territory of northern Velen, lies the settlement of Lurtch, with its landmark windmill. As you arrive, there’s some commotion as a trio of bandits are spit-roasting a pig, much to the chagrin of a local named Yontek. The fellow is shouting something about them cooking “Yagoda.” While it’s normal to name your pigs, something seems off. No matter whether you try some meat, or leave well enough alone, the bandits take exception to you, and these wazzacks must be defeated.

Afterward, speak to Yontek. It soon becomes apparent that “village idiot” might be too kind a description for this simpleton. He’s babbling about two of his villagers (Klaus and Igor) going missing, all “took by the piggy magic.” He maintains all the other inhabitants are present and correct. Agree to check on the other pigs in Lurtch.

You won’t find the pigs in a sty; they are clustered inside the three village huts, though you only need inspect one set of swine. Step up to any pig, and examine it. Though the animal seems ordinary, your medallion is vibrating like mad. Yontek was correct; these are enchanted in some way. Return and speak to Yontek again; he seems slightly evasive, but does mention “sorcery” turned them. He also produces a key to open the “hog hut,” where the villagers were apparently transformed. After optionally asking where he got the key, set off to search for further evidence at the hog hut.