In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's Blood and Wine expansion, Aerondight is widely recognized as the single most powerful silver sword Geralt of Rivia can wield. Unlike standard weapons, its damage scales continuously alongside your character level every time you build and discharge full charges in combat. Obtaining this legendary blade requires completing a specific quest line rooted in chivalric values within the picturesque region of Toussaint.
Starting the Quest There Can Be Only One
To begin your journey toward acquiring Aerondight, you must unlock the secondary quest titled There Can Be Only One in Toussaint. You can pick up this quest by visiting notice boards in Beauclair or by traveling directly to Lac Célavy, a small lake located northwest of the main city. There, an hermit residing on a secluded island tests travelers who wish to prove their worthiness.
Before the hermit grants you the opportunity to claim the blade, Geralt must demonstrate five core chivalric virtues during his adventures in Toussaint. These virtues are Generosity, Compassion, Honor, Valor, and Wisdom. Players who keep up with daily gaming news know that missing specific quest choices can temporarily block progress, making careful dialogue choices essential.
Fulfilling the Five Chivalric Virtues
Demonstrating Generosity can easily be achieved by tipping the messenger boy who delivers Yennefer's letter upon your arrival in Beauclair. For Compassion, sparing the Silver Basilisk during the quest Mutual of Beauclair's Wild Kingdom or showing mercy to defeated arena opponents satisfies the requirement. Honor can be proven by agreeing to a formal duel during the Warble of a Smitten Knight quest line and keeping your promises.
Proving Valor typically involves advancing through the Grand Tourney or completing main contract objectives like The Beast of Toussaint without backing down from dangerous fights. Wisdom is achieved by successfully solving the riddles during the main story quest La Cage au Fou or choosing diplomatic solutions to complex local disputes. If you miss certain dialogue choices, alternative side quests across Toussaint also provide secondary opportunities to fulfill each missing virtue.
Defeating the Hermit in Final Combat
Once you have successfully proven all five virtues, return to Lac Célavy to speak with the hermit. He will acknowledge your noble deeds and challenge Geralt to a final martial duel atop the water. This battle tests your evasion and swordplay, so equipping proper oils and potions will make the fight significantly easier.
Upon defeating the hermit in combat, he will submerge into the lake and reveal his true form as the Lady of the Lake. She will formally present Aerondight to Geralt as a reward for his unwavering adherence to the witcher code. The sword immediately enters your inventory ready to scale up its lethal power throughout the rest of your playthrough.
