Valor Mortis: ‘The Scarecrow’ Quest Walkthrough

The “The Scarecrow” side quest in Valor Mortis tasks you with tracking down two misplaced possessions belonging to a grim sentinel standing watch in a farmer’s field. While this makeshift effigy—actually a fallen soldier bound to a makeshift cross—won’t be offering any verbal gratitude, the lucrative payout makes every step of the journey worthwhile.

Below, you’ll discover the exact coordinates for both missing artifacts, learn how to trail the flock of crows, and master how to fully complete “The Scarecrow” in Valor Mortis.

How to start ‘The Scarecrow’ in Valor Mortis

“The Scarecrow” unfolds as a Chapter 3 side mission within Valor Mortis. Shortly after you dispatch General Lothaire and press past the Abandoned Church, you will enter the eerie expanse of the Fallen Village. Move past the Fields Lantern, branch off onto the path to the right, and you will spot the ominous scarecrow waiting just ahead.

Inspect the figure closely to realize it has been stripped of its keepsake necklace and torn pocket. Your objective is to track down both missing relics.

‘The Scarecrow’ quest walkthrough in Valor Mortis

The initial piece of the puzzle rests right behind the effigy, nestled at the base of the nearby tree. Search the remains of the fallen soldier to claim the Lover’s Pendant.

Acquiring the second relic requires considerably more effort. Begin by following the primary route through the Fallen Village until you loop back toward the Fields Lantern (make sure to shoot down the glowing orb). Notice the dilapidated homestead perched upon the hill? Your prize rests safely inside, though the main entrance remains securely barred.

Eliminate the formidable elite Risen Grenadier and press down the pathway trailing past him. Upon stepping into the clearing dotted with haystacks, bypass the right-hand turn toward the main road and instead veer left to uncover the rear entrance of the ominous house.

Head up to the upper level and check the writing desk near the bed to retrieve the Letter With a Drawing—the final component requested by the scarecrow. Be sure to pocket the trio of hand grenades sitting nearby as well. Unlatch the front door on the ground floor to establish a convenient shortcut back to the Fields Lantern, then return to place both recovered items onto the scarecrow’s remains.

Although William may assume the spirit has finally found rest, “The Scarecrow” quest remains active. Quick observation of the skyline reveals a flock of crows dispersing away from the site and heading toward the fields you explored earlier behind the desolate house. Shadow their flight path by heading back through the building into the open fields, keeping your eyes peeled for a structure situated along the right side of the area.

Scale the scaffolding to reach the elevated platform, then witness the spectral memory to officially conclude “The Scarecrow.” For your trouble, you will be rewarded with 6,500 catalysts alongside the Bountiful Harvest amber. Make sure to pop open the loot chest on the ground level before departing to secure the Volatile End amber as well.

Source: Polygon