The In Wolf's Clothing quest in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt presents players with one of the most memorable side stories set in the Skellige Isles. Centered on the cursed werewolf Morkvarg within Freya's Garden, this mission forces Geralt to make critical decisions that determine both story outcomes and rewards. Navigating through the garden's sluice gates and investigating the underlying truth of the curse are essential steps for completing this objective.
Starting the Quest and Exploring Freya's Garden
Players can initiate this quest by reading the notice board in Larvik or by speaking with the priestesses in Lofoten. The main target is Morkvarg, a former pirate who was cursed to suffer endless hunger while being unable to digest any food. Exploring the garden requires operating a set of levers to manipulate the water levels and open key sluice gates.
Using Geralt's Witcher Senses allows players to uncover blood trails, footprints, and locked doors hidden around the sanctuary. Subterranean caves beneath the garden hold crucial items needed to advance the storyline. Reaching these areas opens up multiple ways to deal with Morkvarg permanently.
Lifting the Curse vs Feeding Werewolf Meat
Geralt has two distinct methods for ending Morkvarg's eternal torment in the garden. The quicker option involves defeating the werewolf in combat and feeding him his own flesh, which shatters the curse by destroying him outright. However, this path locks players out of obtaining additional storyline depth and alternative rewards.
To permanently cure Morkvarg, players must locate Einar near the docks of Larvik to acquire a special cursed fang. Presenting this fang to Morkvarg transforms him back into a human, completing the true ritual. Once human, players must choose whether to let him walk free or strike him down for his past crimes.
Best Choices and Maximizing Quest Rewards
Choosing to lift the curse using Einar's fang offers the highest possible returns for Geralt. After Morkvarg returns to human form, players can ask him for a reward, which directs Geralt to a loan shark in Novigrad for valuable loot. Once the reward key is obtained, players can still attack and kill Morkvarg to bring justice to Skellige.
After resolving Morkvarg's fate, players can return to the priestess Josta to collect their official payment for clearing the sacred grounds. Completing the quest in this manner guarantees the maximum experience points, gold, and weapon rewards. Following these specific steps ensures no critical story content or hidden treasure is missed during your playthrough.
