Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's crime system significantly impacts gameplay. Stealing, trespassing, or even assaulting a peasant can have severe repercussions. This guide details how crime and punishment function in KCD2.

Criminal Activities:

The game's advanced AI makes NPCs acutely aware of criminal behavior. These actions are considered crimes:

• Murder: Killing innocent NPCs.
• Theft: Stealing from residences, shops, or unconscious individuals.
• Lockpicking: Illegally accessing buildings or chests.
• Pickpocketing: Directly stealing from people.
• Assault: Attacking civilians or guards.
• Animal Cruelty: Harming domestic animals.
• Trespassing: Unauthorized entry into private property.
• Disrupting Order: Causing disturbances in towns.

Consequences of Apprehension:

Guards and civilians will report criminal activity, leading to an investigation. Upon capture, your options include:

1. Paying a Fine: The cost varies based on the offense.
2. Talking Your Way Out: High Speech/Charisma skills can help avoid punishment, especially for minor crimes.
3. Fleeing: Escaping will temporarily make you a wanted fugitive. Changing clothes or bribing officials may help avoid future recognition.
4. Accepting Punishment: This results in penalties based on the crime's severity.

Punishment Severity:

Punishments range from minor inconveniences to execution:

1. Pillory (Public Humiliation): A short sentence for minor offenses like trespassing.
2. Caning (Physical Punishment): Public beating for more serious crimes such as assault or theft.
3. Branding (Permanent Criminal Status): A permanent mark for repeat offenders or severe crimes, impacting NPC interactions and trade.
4. Execution (Game Over): The ultimate penalty for extreme offenses.

Reputation System:

Your reputation affects how NPCs interact with you. Criminal acts lower your standing, impacting dialogue, quests, and trade opportunities. Conversely, positive actions improve your reputation. This system mirrors the Honor system in Red Dead Redemption 2.

Avoiding Capture:

To minimize the risk of arrest:

• Minimize Witnesses: Be aware of your surroundings before committing crimes. Change your appearance if necessary.
• Operate Under the Cover of Darkness: Nighttime offers better concealment.
• Sell Stolen Goods Discreetly: Use fences or black-market dealers, away from the crime scene.

Mastering the crime system in KCD2 requires strategic planning and awareness of the consequences. Weigh the risks and rewards carefully before engaging in illegal activities.