The Taxman Cometh

 is a secondary quest in  expansion pack Hearts of Stone in which Geralt runs into a Tax Collector in Oxenfurt's markets. The Taxman asks him a few questions to clear up a flood of undeclared income Geralt has obtained throughout his journey.

Talk to the Deputy Tax Enumerator
A man will stop you and ask if you are Geralt of Rivia. He introduces himself as the Deputy Tax Enumerator Walthemor Mitty, representing the Revenue and Customs for Occupied Temeria (Dorian branch). He claims there have been reports that you've come into a great deal of coin, so quickly it's raised suspicions. Whether you chose to gladly clear them up with him or slug your way out of it, you are forced to answer some questions.


 * Question #1 - Have you ever engaged in the wholesale trade of rawhide in the White Orchard area? - Basically, did you do the cow hide money exploit to earn easy crowns. You can answer either yes or no.


 * Question #2 - Have you ever engaged in the acquisition of bivalves with the express intention of selling the pearls therein? - Basically, did you do the sea shell/pearl money exploit to earn easy crowns. You can answer either yes or no.


 * Question #3 - Have you ever waltzed into someone's home and taken something without their permission? - Basically everyone has done this, don't even lie about it! You can answer either yes or no.

If you answered no to all of the exploit questions, he will hand you a diploma and bestow on you the title of Taxpayer in Good Standing. Suggesting you frame it, hang it in a place of honor. Congratulations!

Pay Back Your Taxes
If you answered yes to all of the exploit questions, he will hand you a summons to pay back your taxes. You will then have to report to the Vivaldi Bank in Novigrad with the document and pay a total of 1000 Crowns to pay it all off.

Closing Quest Description
"Geralt patiently explained to the tax collector that he had made his modest fortune honestly, without breaking any of the tax codes numerous rules. Deputy Tax Enumerator Walthemor Mitty was so impressed by his honesty he awarded the witcher a commemorative vellum diploma. He advised Geralt to hang it somewhere at Kaer Morhen - above the mantle, if possible."

- Dandelion

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