KCD2: Where to Find a Horse in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II?

Greetings, lovers of swords and gold! I just started playing KCD2, what a fantastic game, but ran into a problem: no horse at the start!

I did some digging on where to find a horse in KCD2, and here are the best ways to get one, plus some context for those who just emerged from the woods. No offense, I’ve missed many gaming masterpieces myself!

KCD2: Review and Critics

Kingdom Come: Deliverance was an ambitious, ultra-realistic RPG set in 15th-century Bohemia. The game was praised for its historical accuracy, immersive mechanics, and deep role-playing elements. However, its clunky combat and bugs were points of criticism.

KCD2 builds upon its predecessor, improving combat, AI, and world interaction. Critics love the expanded world and deeper mechanics, while players appreciate the refined realism. There’s also a bit of philosophical discussion about the regional context and how the game portrays medieval Europe, making it more than just a sword-swinging adventure.

Importance of a Horse in KCD 2

A horse in KCD2 is not just transportation — it’s a necessity. The world is vast, running everywhere is exhausting, and mounted combat is crucial. Plus, traveling on foot in hostile territories? A death wish. If you don’t have a horse, getting one should be your top priority.

Best Ways to Find a Horse for Free

In Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, getting your first horse is an essential part of progressing through the game. While there’s a main quest line that eventually rewards you with a mount, there are also other ways to acquire a horse early without spending any coin. Here are two efficient ways to get a horse early in the game.

• Complete an Early Side Quest: Some NPCs offer a horse as a reward for helping them out in side quests. Pay attention to the dialogue options when talking to NPCs, as some will offer you a mount as a thank-you for your efforts.
• Claim Abandoned Horses: Keep your eyes open near battlefields or destroyed villages. Abandoned horses, often untied or wandering alone, can sometimes be found. These horses have no owner, so you can claim them without any consequences.

You can follow the main quest line to get Pebbles, the base horse. After triggering the Wedding Crashers quest, you’ll need to take several actions to secure your mount.

Wedding Crashers Quest Actions:

• Talk to the Bailiff at Troskowitz to get information on the Wedding.
• Unlock information about Radovan, the Blacksmith, and travel to Tachov to meet him.
• Complete the "Son of A Blacksmith" quest by forging 2 Horseshoes and 2 Axes.
• Talk to Radovan about additional jobs, leading to the "The Jaunt" quest.
• Travel to Semine and enter the keep to trigger a cutscene.
• Defeat Jerkov in a fistfight and then talk to Lord Semine to accept help with a missing cart.
• Select the dialogue option "I thought you might lend me a horse".
• Speak to the Horse Seller in the Stables of the Keep and convince them that Pebbles is Henry's horse using Intimidation (12) or Charisma (10).

Once you have Pebbles, don’t forget to visit the horse seller to get basic equipment like saddlebags. This will help you carry more loot and improve your efficiency when exploring the world. Keep in mind that while Pebbles is your base horse, you can later buy or steal other horses and equip them with mounts, horseshoes, armor, and more.

Get a Free Horse in Semine

Another way to get a free horse is through a quest in Semine. If you follow The Blacksmith's Son quest, you’ll eventually reach Semine, but you can also head there on your own by traveling southwest from Troskowitz. Once there, find the horse trader in the fenced enclosure behind the castle.

Here, you’ll also find Pebbles, the horse you lost in the prologue. You can convince the horse trader that Pebbles was stolen and reclaim him for free. Alternatively, you can pay some Groschen to get him back. While Pebbles isn’t the best horse, keeping him long enough unlocks the Good Old Pebbles perk, which significantly boosts his stats over time.

Where to Buy a Horse

If you want a legal and reliable option, visit a stable.

• Best Price: Head to smaller villages with horse breeders. These may not be the fastest horses, but they’ll get the job done without breaking your coin purse.
• Best Quality: Major towns have stables selling strong, fast horses with excellent stamina. Expect to pay a hefty sum, but if you plan on long journeys or battles, it’s worth it.

Buying a horse also gives you access to saddles and bags, making your inventory management much easier.

Where to Steal a Horse and How to Make It Yours

Thanks for the Screenshot to IGN

If you’re feeling less honorable, stealing a horse is an option, a tempting option for those looking to get a mount without spending any money. While it’s an easier route, it comes with risks, as stealing a horse can attract unwanted attention from guards.

The best places to steal horses are stables or noble estates, especially at night. With some stealth and patience, you can avoid guard patrols and make off with a horse. Once you’ve stolen a horse, it’s essential to ride it frequently to make it “yours.” However, be mindful of getting caught — if guards see you, they will give chase, and you may face fines. As long as you get away cleanly and use the horse often, it will soon be recognized as yours, allowing you to customize it with saddlebags and gear.

How to Sell Stolen Horses:

• Head to the Nomad Camp located west of Troskowitz, near the lake.
• Look for the area where horses are kept and talk to the clerk there.
• Ride and stable the stolen horse near the clerk, who will then offer you a price based on the horse’s quality and equipment.

Be aware that if you sell or “launder” a stolen horse, you will lose your current mount, including Pebbles, and cannot recover it. The same rule applies if you buy a new horse — the one you have will be replaced without any way to get it back. Be sure to check the stats of horses before making any transactions.

KCD2’s Immersive World: Armor & Women

KCD2 is stunningly immersive. Your armor gets dirty, blood stains remain, and NPCs comment on your appearance and smell. Every action has consequences — steal too much, and merchants might refuse to trade with you.

Early-game survival is tough, so getting proper armor and weapons is crucial. It’s a hardcore RPG, so the right decisions matter.

Beyond the brutal realism, KCD2 offers many romantic options that add emotional depth. Choosing the right approach and dialogue is necessary to complete these storylines, making them rewarding and memorable.

With all this in mind, go find yourself a horse and conquer Bohemia like a true knight!