Guide: Completing Canker Quest in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, the "Canker" side quest becomes available early in the game, following the completion of "The Jaunt." This quest is particularly appealing if you're looking to acquire a mace or earn some extra Groschen. Here's a detailed guide on how to successfully complete "Canker."

Pick Up the Canker Side Quest

To initiate the "Canker" quest, you need to engage in a conversation with Gules at Semine. An ideal time to pick up this quest is during the wedding of Lord Semine and Agnes, where you can find Gules drinking and ready to talk. Alternatively, you can visit Semine earlier and find Gules on patrol. During your conversation, inquire about his past with the bandits and volunteer to help him eliminate them. Canker, a former bandit, will be your first target.

Find and Kill Canker

Upon accepting the quest, Canker's location will be marked on your map, situated north of Nebakov Mill. Be cautious as the path to this location is prone to bandit ambushes. You can choose to sneak past them, engage in combat, or simply flee. While these random bandits are usually not too challenging, avoiding unnecessary fights can help conserve your health for the upcoming battle.

Canker's bandit camp is nestled in the mountains and can be tricky to find. You'll need to navigate through a narrow gap to reach it, similar to accessing the Hermit's house during the "Wedding Crashers" quest. Prepare thoroughly for combat before entering, as you'll face several bandits alongside Canker.
The order in which you take down the bandits can affect their behavior; some might flee. However, it's important to eliminate most of them. Fortunately, Canker will not flee, ensuring you can complete your mission by killing him.

Finish the Quest and Return to Gules

After defeating Canker and his companions, loot Canker's body to collect the Light Mace, which serves as proof of your success. Feel free to take any other items you find valuable. Once you have the mace, head back to Gules at Semine to complete the "Canker" quest.

Following the completion of "Canker" in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, you'll need to wait a full in-game day before you can proceed with the next quest involving Gules' former bandit associates. After the day has passed, speak with Gules again to start the "Handsome Charlie" quest.