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Locations: Nilfgaardian Embassy, Grottore’s Grotto (Unmarked) Characters: Lady Jaquette, Francois de Goff Enemies: Grottore (Spriggan), Archespore |
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Lady Jaquette, a well-to-do lass is extremely excited to meet your acquaintance when you find her watching the boats from the stone balcony just west of the Nilfgaardian Embassy in Beauclair. It seems when Master Dandelion tarried here, not a day passed without him baying a ballad that mentioned your name. Enough gushing; the lady has a problem concerning her betrothed, Francois le Goff, who has vowed to return with the head of a horrid beast they call Grottore. She is troubled that her love hasn’t returned after a fortnight. Optionally ask more about the Grottore, before agreeing to (and upping your fee for) this job.
The beast lurks in a cave at the foot of the Gorgon Hills. Set off into the hilly terrain and soft roadways of this Territory, to the northwest of Beauclair Palace. At this point, Francois becomes relatively easy to find. You can:
- Head to the cave entrance indicated on your mini-map, and the knight saunters up behind you, warning you of the beast lurking there. This usually happens if you take the long road south from Chuchote Cave.
- Head to the bluff above the cave entrance, where you find Francois’ camp and the knight himself having a quiet doze (pictured). After waking him up, you chat. This usually happens if you take the path down from behind the Palace.
Francois seems reticent to fight the fabled Grottore, but he gave his word. Answer him as you wish, before he sets off, down the hill, and into the cave entrance.