Pebbles vs. Herring: Best Choice in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2

In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, choosing the right horse is crucial for your journey as Henry. You'll have the option to select between two horses: Pebbles and Herring. Let's dive into the details to help you make the best choice for your adventures.

How To Find Pebbles in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

You can reunite with Pebbles at the Semine estate before the wedding of Lord Semine and Agnes. She'll be waiting at the stables, but you'll need to purchase her to ride her during your quest with Jan Semine, known as "The Jaunt." Pebbles is not just any horse; she's Henry's trusted steed and has been his loyal companion, much like Mutt, who you can also find through side quests.

How To Receive Herring in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

After completing the quest "For Whom the Bell Tolls," you have the option to take Herring as your new horse. If you haven't acquired Pebbles or another horse by this point, Herring comes as a gift from Otto von Bergow. If you already have a horse and decide against Herring, you can sell him to nomad traders for 300 Groschen through a deal with Kabat.

Should You Choose Pebbles or Herring in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?

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At first glance, Herring might seem the better choice due to his higher base stats. However, this initial advantage can be misleading. Each horse unlocks a perk after being ridden for a specific distance, which boosts its stats. The distance required varies for each horse, meaning those with initially better stats don't necessarily maintain that edge throughout the game.

Pebbles, despite not having the highest stats even after her boost, emerges as the best horse for several reasons. You can acquire her for a lower price than many other horses, and her perk is unlocked after riding just 35 kilometers, compared to Herring's 50 kilometers. Once boosted, Pebbles' stats are:

• 217 stamina
• 353 capacity
• 53 speed
• 12 courage

Pebbles' reliability, decent stats, and the fact that you can unlock her perk quickly make her an excellent choice. Additionally, there's a sentimental value to choosing Pebbles, as she has been with Henry before the game's events and shares in his journey.

When deciding between Pebbles and Herring in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, Pebbles is the clear winner. Given the extensive travel you'll undertake, having a dependable and cost-effective horse like Pebbles is invaluable. She's not just a mount; she's a companion that has been with Henry through thick and thin.

*Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.*