Securing the best ending in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* requires completing specific tasks, and rescuing Sam is crucial. This guide details how to locate and save Sam during the "Reckoning" quest.
Rescuing Sam During “Reckoning”
Near the end of the main questline, you discover Sam is held captive at Praguer's Camp, captured by Brabant. The "Reckoning" quest presents the opportunity to save him. You can infiltrate the camp stealthily or opt for a more direct approach.
To avoid suspicion, acquire a guard's outfit. You can either kill a guard and steal his clothes (remember to hide the body!), or search the numerous chests within the camp. Once equipped, explore the camp undetected.
Sam is located in the barn to the left of the camp, past the central cooking fire. Use the ladder on the barn's side to enter and confront Brabant. Here, you face significant choices: kill or spare Brabant. Sparing him contributes to the best ending.
When to Rescue Sam
After freeing Sam, don't immediately leave. He'll inform you of von Aulitz's presence in the camp. It's more efficient to deal with von Aulitz first, then find a horse, and finally return for Sam. This order simplifies the process, as you'll need to carry Sam to the horse.
Von Aulitz is in the main camp area. Wearing the guard outfit allows you to enter his quarters without raising alarms. You'll find him near death. You can grant him a dignified death (the most honorable choice), kill him, or leave him to die. Leaving him to die contributes to the best ending.
Finally, retrieve Sam from the barn (a guard may question you; simply state you're moving a body). Exit the camp, turn right, and proceed to the stables. Choose a horse and escape with Sam, bringing you closer to completing Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's main quests.
