Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Riddle Answers
Stuck on a riddle in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2? From Barley’s brain teasers to Klara’s cryptic poems, we’ve got every solution you need. Here's your complete guide to KCD2 riddle answers, including how to solve the coachman's name riddle and the Thieves' Code quest.
Who Is Riddler Barley in KCD2?
Riddler Barley is a mysterious character who appears only during random Fast Travel encounters in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Each time you meet him, he challenges Henry to a riddle in exchange for a wager, offering either a Groschen or a valuable skill buff as a reward.
Barley’s riddles increase in complexity, and if you answer wrong, you lose your wager. But answer right, and you gain either coin or permanent skill progress, making this one of the most rewarding hidden systems in the game.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Riddler Barley
Let’s break down every riddle Barley asks—and the correct answer to win every single encounter.
1st Riddle
Full Question:
“What belongs to you alone, but is used more often by others?”
Correct Answer: My Name
Reward:
- No wager, 150 Groschen, or a skill buff
2nd Riddle – "How Much Did the Cat Get?"
Full Question:
“Once upon a time, there was a fool of a farmer. Family, he had none, no stable boys either, so he talked to his animals instead. And, good man that he was, whenever he made a Groschen or two, he shared it with them according to his own rules.
Every hen in the coop was paid five Groschen, every bee in the hive fifteen, and the spider in the loft bagged a full twenty Groschen.
And now you tell me—how much did the cat get?”
Correct Answer: 10 (2.5 Groschen per leg × 4 legs)
Reward:
- 100 Groschen wager, 200 Groschen, or a skill buff
3rd Riddle – "What Was the Coachman's Name?"
Full Question:
“Jaromir the coachman hailed from Raborsch. One morning, he set off for Kuttenberg with an empty coach. Three lads boarded in Bohunowitz.
When he arrived in Bojischt, one of the boys got out, and a washerwoman took his place. In Horschan, the washerwoman went on her way and a pedlar and his daughter boarded.
In Pschitoky, the remaining lads alighted and took the pedlar's daughter with them. And straight away, two fishermen got in.
And on reaching Kuttenberg that evening, they invited the coachman to the bathhouse and got pig-drunk.
And now you tell me—what was the coachman's name?”
Correct Answer: Jaromir
Reward:
- 150 Groschen wager, 300 Groschen, or a skill buff
4th Riddle – "How Many Had No Gear?"
Full Question:
“A bailiff had twelve men join up for service one day. The bailiff was glad, but soon discovered that he didn’t have enough gear for them in the armory.
So, those twelve men filed onto the square for the next morning’s roll call. Six of them were wearing body armor. Four had helmets. Only three of them wore both a helmet and body armor.
Now, tell me—how many men were unlucky enough not to have either a helmet or armor?”
Correct Answer: Five
Reward: 150 Groschen wager, 300 Groschen, or a skill buff.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Klara's Riddle
During your time at Nebakov Fortress, Henry encounters Klara, a kind-hearted herbalist and healer. At one point, she presents a subtle riddle—metaphorical and emotional rather than logical. The riddle is not posed as a formal question, but as poetic clues.
The Riddle Clues:
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"Bloom in silence"
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"Delicate charm in a hidden place"
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"Whispered scent"
These poetic lines describe someone soft-spoken, beautiful in presence, and associated with nature, hinting at Klara’s herbalist profession and gentle demeanor.
Correct Answer to Klara’s Riddle
When the dialogue option appears, you’ll be prompted to respond. Among the choices, the correct one is:
- “I think she’s called Klara.”
Choosing this option solves the riddle correctly and acknowledges the metaphor Klara used to describe herself.
Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 Thieves’ Code Riddle
Another standout riddle in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 appears in the Thieves' Code quest. You’ll get a poetic letter after looting Hynek’s corpse, commonly called the Klara Riddle by players.
The Riddle:
“A vineyard in the town? Strange, but who knows!
And yet there it is, quite nearby.
By the water that gushes, now listen and try
To keep your eyes open, so that you can tell
Shortly after the midday bell,
You’ll find us where the shadow goes.”
Thieves' Code Riddle Answer
Riddle Breakdown:
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"A vineyard in the town": Refers to Vintner’s Street, a named location inside the city.
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"By the water that gushes": Points you toward the fountain on that street.
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"Shortly after the midday bell": Arrive just after 12 PM (wait or pass time).
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"Where the shadow goes": Observe the fountain’s shadow, which points north at midday.
Solution Steps:
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Go to Vintner’s Street, inside the western gate of the city.
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Locate the fountain—the one “by the water that gushes.”
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Wait until just after midday and observe the shadow cast by the fountain, which points north.
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Head north from the fountain to a trader’s house just ahead.
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Enter and go down to the basement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I find Riddler Barley in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?
Barley only appears during random Fast Travel encounters. Ride or travel frequently across the map to increase your chances of triggering his appearance.
What happens if I give the wrong answer to Barley’s riddles?
If you answer incorrectly, you lose your wagered Groschen and miss out on the skill buff. You won’t be able to retry the same riddle.
Is it better to choose knowledge or Barley's pocket reward?
Always choose Knowledge. Skill buffs are far more valuable in the long term, especially as leveling becomes harder later in the game.
Disclaimer
This guide is based on currently available content from Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Details may change with future patches or updates. All riddle content and quest walkthroughs are derived from in-game encounters and may vary slightly depending on player decisions or timing.
