Overview
Homestead is the first quest in Chapter 3: Howling Hill. It picks up directly after The End of Greed and focuses on establishing the Greymane camp at Howling Hill. This quest introduces Damiane as a playable character, the camp cooking system, and multiple approaches to quest objectives.
Chapter Context
With Kailok defeated and the Goldleaf Merchant Guild under new leadership, the Greymanes need a permanent base of operations. Marius and Marquis Serkis help secure Howling Hill as the location. The quest follows Kliff through camp setup, cooking, and an investigation into the mysterious House of Healing.
Objectives
Old Friend
Travel to the back alleys in the northern section of Hernand.
Locate and speak with Marius to learn about the plan for a new camp.
First Step to Rebuilding
Travel south to Oakenshield Manor and speak with Marquis Serkis's servant to gain entry.
Follow the soldier on foot, then mount horses and ride to Howling Hill.
Meet Marshal Middler, who introduces Damiane as a playable character.
A Fresh Start
Carry three sacks (one at a time) to the marked locations around camp.
Use a mallet to pound stakes into the ground for tent setup.
Equip a pickaxe and break the rocks beneath the tent area.
Push the wagon inside the camp perimeter.
Use Nature's Grasp to lift the banner onto its stand, completing the camp foundation.
Reward for Their Sweat
Pick up a cooking recipe from the table to learn Clear Soup.
Prepare two servings of Modest Clear Soup using the camp cooking station.
Deliver the food to the workers.
Switch back to Kliff to continue.
Return of the Comrade
Travel to The Scrapfold and find Marius.
Escort him on horseback back to the Howling Hill camp.
Familiar Curses
Investigate the House of Healing. There are three different approaches:
Roof Infiltration: Follow the right road, climb the main building, and enter through an open window on the roof. This is the free option.
Guard Disguise: Bribe a guard on the right side of the entrance for 10 Silver to obtain the St. Halssius Priest Outfit.
Visitor Pass: Purchase the St. Halssius Visitor Pass from Alfred at the Church of Hernand for 10 Silver, then show it to the guards at the entrance.
Once inside, follow Yann to the Nas River Fishing Dock to complete this segment.
Rewards
If you purchase the priest disguise or visitor pass (10 Silver each), you also permanently receive the St. Halssius Priest Attire set, including cloak, leather footwear, and hat.
Tips
The A Fresh Start sub-quest is a tutorial for camp building. Take your time learning the controls here since camp expansion becomes important later.
During Familiar Curses, the roof infiltration route is free but requires some climbing. If you have the Silver to spare, the disguise or visitor pass routes are faster and reward you with a wearable outfit set.
Pay attention to the cooking tutorial during Reward for Their Sweat. Cooking becomes a valuable source of healing items and buffs throughout the game.