Drinking contest

There are several opportunites (some might say necessities) for drinking contests in The Witcher. Geralt's stamina will be put to the test. These contests usually involve some goal, though what that goal is may not be clear on the onset. It's usually worthwhile, but I'd recommend having either a place to sleep handy, or better still, Wives' Tears on hand for the aftermath.

Mechanics


Participate in drinking contests to gain information and rewards.
 * Left-click the "drink" icon in dialogues to choose a beverage and begin drinking.
 * Continue drinking until Geralt's rival gives up (otherwise Geralt winds up passed out and you've lost)

Notable drinking contests

 * Odo (necessary for the story)
 * Thaler (next to Geralt, he's the champion, he takes nine beers!)
 * Dandelion (necessary for Dandelion's Lute quest)
 * the messenger at the Hairy Bear Inn (necessary for the story)

Other

 * Zoltan Chivay in the Outskirts Inn
 * Drunkard in the Outskirts Inn
 * Yamo Ryeboozer, the boozer in the Hairy Bear Inn
 * Conrad
 * Erkin von Blunt during the posh reception
 * The rich merchant in the alcove during the posh reception, unofficial as there is no drinking contest icon

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