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InCrusader Kings 3, embracing the dark arts ofwitchcraftcan provide your character and their house with various perks and benefits. While the benefits are many, unlocking this fame trait can take you quite a while if you don’t know the correct way to trigger it.
However, if you want to become a witch inCrusader Kings 3, this guide details all the right steps that you need to follow to gain this trait. Moreover, gaining this trait can also allow you to establish a Witch Coven that provides even greater perks and endgame advantages.
How To Become A Witch In Crusader Kings 3
Becoming a witch inCrusader Kings 3isn’t as easy as you might think.Unlike other traits, becoming a Witch is done by acquiring the Fame Trait from a random event. While the chances of this event being triggered are a bit random, there are a few things that you can do to increase the odds of encountering this event.
Linked Events
During your playthrough, there are a few random events where you will eitherencounter a ‘Mysterious Book’, or beapproached by someone offering to teach you Witchcraft.You may evenstumble upon ‘Occult Knowledge’. All of these events lead to you acquiring the Witch trait.
These events are more likely to be triggered if you meet the following requirements:
If you have theRoads to PowerDLC, then you have an additional chance to have a necromancer visit your court and introduce you (or your heir) to witchcraft. Once the event occurs, you can accept him to gain the Witch trait.
Why Should You Become A Witch?
Witchcraft inCrusader Kings 3isn’t about indulging in dark rituals. Having this trait on your character provides you with tangible perks that can significantly impact your playthrough. Here are all the boosts that you can gain from having the Witch trait:
Apart from the above stats, you also gainaccess to the ‘Found Witch Coven’ decision,which can provide even greater perks.
While it sounds great, having the Witch trait is a secret that is shunned by most cultures and religions inCK3. If exposed,another character can gain a hookon you. Make sure you and your heirs only interact with cultures that are accepting of Witchcraft.
How To Create A Witch Coven in Crusader Kings 3
Gaining the Witch trait isn’t even the best part if you’re going down the path of Witchcraft inCrusader Kings 3.The real deal is gaining access to thedecision ‘Found Witch Coven’. While it can be quite tough to fulfill the requirements, the benefits of taking this decision make it very worthwhile.
The ‘Found Witch Coven’ decision becomes available under theMajor Decisionstab once you meet the following requirements:
To make sure that you may meet these requirements quickly, here are some tips to help you create your own Witch Coven inCK3:
Perks Of Creating A Witch Coven
Creating a Witch Coven provides you as well as all your house members with theWitch Coven trait. Here are all the perks and benefits of triggering the’Found Witch Coven’Decision inCK3:
Apart from the above direct stat boosts, you also gain access to one of the most overpowered unique activities inCK3:Hosting a Grand Rite. Every five years, witches can host a Grand Rite, a special event that offersadditional stat boosts, guaranteed new skill traits, and high stress reduction. These perks make the Witch trait highly sought after.
