Midnight Reckoning Main quest · Act 3
- Region
- Greifberg Castle
- Missable
- Yes
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
It's time. Together with Lacra we're going to put an end to Brencis's foul ritual and his rule.
- Type
- Main quest · Act 3
- Starts
- Greifberg Castle
- Time cost
- 0 time units
- Time of day
- Night
- Reward
- 1500 XP
- Steps
- 19 steps, 11 on the map
Midnight Reckoning Walkthrough
11 of the 19 objectives for Midnight Reckoning are pinned on the map below, 0 of them optional. The numbers on the map match the numbered steps.
How to start Midnight Reckoning
- StartsBegins in Greifberg Castle.
- Time cost0 time units
- Time of dayNight only
- Can be failedYes — it has a failure ending, so the coronation deadline can take it from you.
Midnight Reckoning step by step
2 markers cover an area to search rather than an exact spot.
- Talk to Lacra in one dayDay & Night
I should return to speak with Lacra the next night.
- Talk with Lacra when you're ready to attack BrencisNight
Everything's been said and done – whenever I'm ready to go after Brencis, Lacra will be waiting for me in the abandoned fort.
Search area on the map - Find an entrance to the ruinsDay & Night
We're in the house from Isbrand's memory. It's connected to the ruins under Svartrau – we need to find the passage.
Search area on the map - Make your way through the ruinsDay & Night
We've found the ruins under Svartrau – this is how we get to Brencis's castle.
Pinned on the map - Proceed through the templeDay & Night
We've reached a place reminiscent of an ancient temple. We're likely getting close to the castle.
Pinned on the map - Defeat AmbrusDay & Night
Brencis's newest lackey decided to try to stop us. He won't.
- Defeat Ambrus's soldiersDay & Night
I've disposed of Ambrus ahead of time, but his loyal lackeys still want to stop us. Good luck.
Pinned on the map — pin 5 - Exit the templeDay & Night
There is nothing left to do down here and the entrance to the castle is right ahead. That's where we must go.
Pinned on the map — pin 9 - Make your way through the dungeonDay & Night
We've entered Greifberg through the dungeons, avoiding the strongest defences. The only way is up.
Pinned on the map — pin 8 - Defeat BakirDay & Night
The mad boyar came to stop us. It was his final mistake.
- Defeat the LikhoDay & Night
The spirits of Anachora are crossing the veil and reaching the castle. We must get rid of them.
- Make your way to the throneroomDay & Night
Brencis is in the throneroom – we have to get there as quickly as possible.
Pinned on the map — pin 8 - Defeat the gargoyleDay & Night
A flying abomination attacked us. We need to dispose of it before we can proceed.
- Get into the castle using your vrakhiri abilitiesDay & Night
We can't get into the castle through the main entrance. We'll have to scale the floating rocks to find another way in. This is insanity.
Pinned on the map — pin 5 - Defeat XantheDay & Night
Boyaress Xanthe arrived to protect Brencis – she wants to stop us. We want her dead.
- Defeat the enemiesDay & Night
I need to defeat the enemies standing in my way.
Pinned on the map — pin 5 - Defeat the soldiersDay & Night
Some of Brencis's soldiers are still resisting. We have to slice through them, there is no other way.
- Defeat BrencisDay & Night
At last, here he is. And here he dies.
- Escape the trapDay & Night
Xanthe's black magic has warped a part of the castle to stop our progress. We need to get out of her trap.
Pinned on the map
Midnight Reckoning rewards
On completion
- 1500 XP
Show the 3 endings — spoilers
Every way Midnight Reckoning can end, in the game's own words. Read on only if you want it spoiled.
- Ending 1
My family is safe from Brencis now, thank God, but... all I can think about is Lunka.
Rewards: 1500 XP
- Ending 2
I couldn't save my family, but at least they've been avenged. May Brencis burn in Hell for eternity.
Rewards: 1500 XP
- Ending 3Failure
I've decided to face Brencis without Lacra. She won't appreciate it, but it's for the best.
Where Midnight Reckoning takes place
Characters involved
- AmbrusVrakhiri lieutenant — the Knyaz's right fistvrakhiriDay & Night
- BakirVrakhiri lieutenant — game master of Vale SangoravrakhiriDay & Night
- BrencisAntagonist — the Knyaz of Vale SangoravrakhiriDay & Night
- EsmeCoen's motherDay & Night
- LacraVrakhiri newcomer to Vale SangoravrakhiriDay & Night
- MirtoDay & Night
- PieterDay & Night
- XantheVrakhiri lieutenant — the Dark MistressvrakhiriDay & Night
- YannaDay & Night
Midnight Reckoning is a Main quest in The Blood of Dawnwalker with 1 playable version(s). Midnight Reckoning belongs to Act 3 of the main story. Midnight Reckoning takes place around Greifberg Castle. Midnight Reckoning has 19 objectives, 0 of them optional. 11 of the objectives in Midnight Reckoning are pinned on the world map, so you can see where each step happens. Midnight Reckoning has 3 possible endings.
See Also
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Midnight Reckoning FAQ
How do you complete Midnight Reckoning?
Midnight Reckoning runs to 19 objectives. It opens with "Talk to Lacra in one day" and finishes with "Escape the trap". The full list, with map pins and time costs, is in the walkthrough above.
How long does Midnight Reckoning take?
Midnight Reckoning spends 0 time units off the story clock across its 19 objectives.
Should I do Midnight Reckoning by day or by night?
Midnight Reckoning is only available during Night.
How do I start Midnight Reckoning?
Midnight Reckoning begins around Greifberg Castle — start from the first objective in the walkthrough above.
What are the objectives of Midnight Reckoning?
Midnight Reckoning has 19 objectives: Talk to Lacra in one day, Talk with Lacra when you're ready to attack Brencis, Find an entrance to the ruins, Make your way through the ruins, Proceed through the temple, Defeat Ambrus, Defeat Ambrus's soldiers, Exit the temple, Make your way through the dungeon, Defeat Bakir, Defeat the Likho, Make your way to the throneroom, Defeat the gargoyle, Get into the castle using your vrakhiri abilities, Defeat Xanthe, Defeat the enemies, Defeat the soldiers, Defeat Brencis, Escape the trap. Optional and time-sensitive steps are marked in the objective list.
Where do the objectives of Midnight Reckoning take place?
11 of the 19 objectives in Midnight Reckoning have a marked location, in and around Greifberg Castle. The numbered map above matches the objective list.
What are the rewards for Midnight Reckoning?
Completing Midnight Reckoning rewards 1500 XP.
How many endings does Midnight Reckoning have?
Midnight Reckoning has 3 endings in the game files, 1 of them failures.
Is Midnight Reckoning missable?
Missable: Yes. On the 30-day clock most quests can time out; the start block of the walkthrough above says whether this one has a failure ending.