The Witcher 3: All Scavenger Hunts Checklist & Database

Complete checklist of all Scavenger Hunts in The Witcher 3. Track your progress collecting Witcher School gear diagrams across White Orchard, Velen, Novigrad, Skellige, and Kaer Morhen to reach The Witcher 3 100 % completion with our auto-save All Scavenger Hunts checklist that saves every step.

This checklist covers all scavenger hunt quests organized by Witcher School gear type (Viper, Griffin, Cat, Bear, Wolf), from the early gear hunts in White Orchard through late-game. Each scavenger hunt includes level requirements, region location, nearby signposts, and detailed descriptions of diagram locations for upgrading Witcher School gear.

See also All Treasure Hunts Checklist and All Signposts Checklist.

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Viper School Gear

Item Name Description
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Viper School Gear Region: White Orchard Signpost: Woesong Bridge, Ransacked Village Scavenger Hunt Level 6
One is hidden beneath the chapel at the White Orchard cemetery, guarded by a wraith.

The other is guarded in a Ruined Watchtower west of the Ransacked Village, occupied by bandits.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Serpentine Silver Sword, Serpentine Steel Sword.
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Griffin School Gear

Item Name Description
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear Region: Velen Signpost: Hindhold, Lornruk, Dragonslayers' Grotto Scavenger Hunt Level 11
Griffin steel sword Diagram is in Hindhold.

Griffin silver sword Diagram is in Lornruk lighthouse.

The Griffin Armor diagram are found in Dragonslayers' Grotto.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Griffin silver sword, Griffin steel sword, Griffin armor, Griffin boots, Griffin gauntlets, Griffin trousers.
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear – Part 1 Region: Velen Signpost: Refugees' Camp, Burned Ruins, Inn at the Crossroads Scavenger Hunt Level 18
Enhanced Steel Sword Diagram is in the Bandit Camp on the peninsula west of the Abandoned Site near Refugees' Camp.

Enhanced Trousers Diagram is in the Burned Ruins near the Shrieker's cave.

Enhanced Boots Diagram is in the pensinsula near the Inn at the Crossroads.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Griffin Steel Sword (enhanced), Griffin Trousers (enhanced), Griffin Boots (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear – Part 2 Region: Velen Signpost: Frischlow, Crossroads (Velen), White Eagle Fort Scavenger Hunt Level 18
Enhanced Gauntlets Diagram is in Frischlow cemetery.

Enhanced Silver Sword Diagram is in the cave east of Crossroads.

Enhanced Armor Diagram is at White Eagle Fort.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Griffin Gauntlets (enhanced), Griffin Silver Sword (enhanced), Griffin Armor (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear – Part 3 Region: Skellige Signpost: Elverum Lighthouse, Giants' Toes, Urialla Harbor Scavenger Hunt Level 26
Superior Silver Sword Diagram is in a cave near Elverum Lighthouse (southern tip of Ard Skellig).

Superior Armor Diagrams (armor, gauntlets, trousers, boots) are near Giants' Toes (northeastern Ard Skellig, guarded by pirates/bandits).

Superior Steel Sword Diagram is west of Yngvar's Fang on An Skellig (at the stone shrine with a griffin marking).

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Griffin Silver Sword (superior), Griffin Steel Sword (superior), Griffin Armor (superior), Griffin Gauntlets (superior), Griffin Trousers (superior), Griffin Boots (superior).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Griffin School Gear – Part 4 Region: Skellige Signpost: Fornhala, Boxholm, Redgill Scavenger Hunt Level 34
Mastercrafted Silver Sword Diagram is in the ruins east of Fornhala.

Mastercrafted Steel Sword Diagram is in Boxholm in ruins.

Mastercrafted Armor Diagrams (armor, boots, trousers, gauntlets) are in the ruins northeast of Redgill.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Griffin Silver Sword (mastercrafted), Griffin Steel Sword (mastercrafted), Griffin Armor (mastercrafted), Griffin Boots (mastercrafted), Griffin Gauntlets (mastercrafted), Griffin Trousers (mastercrafted).
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Cat School Gear

Item Name Description
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Region: Novigrad Signpost: Electors' Square, Lighthouse, Est Tayiar, Drahim Castle Scavenger Hunt Level 17
Armor diagrams are found below Temple Isle (protected by golem and drowners).

Crossbow diagram is on a small island southwest of the lighthouse.

Cat Silver Sword diagram is in Est Tayiar (Philippa Eilhart's ruins).

Cat Steel Sword diagram is in Drahim Castle (lowest floor).

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Cat Silver Sword, Cat Steel Sword, Cat Armor, Cat Boots, Cat Gauntlets, Cat Trousers, Cat Crossbow.
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear – Part 1 Region: Novigrad Signpost: Oxenfurt Gate, Aeramas' Abandoned Manor, Toderas Scavenger Hunt Level 23
Silver Sword Diagram is inside Oxenfurt Gate (up the ledge).

Armor Diagram is in Aeramas' Abandoned Manor (top floor).

Boots Diagram is in the large cave east of Toderas.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Feline Silver Sword (enhanced), Feline Armor (enhanced), Feline Boots (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams – Part 2 Region: Velen Signpost: Codgers' Quarry, Western Gate, Reardon Manor Scavenger Hunt Level 23
Gauntlets diagram is in Codgers' Quarry.

Trousers diagram is in Oxenfurt (hidden brick room east of Blacksmith).

Steel Sword diagram is in a cave northeast of Reardon Manor.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Feline Steel Sword (enhanced), Feline Gauntlets (enhanced), Feline Trousers (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams – Part 3 Region: Novigrad Signpost: Dragonslayers' Grotto, Ursten, Cavern Scavenger Hunt Level 29
All armor diagrams are in the unmarked ruin southwest of Dragonslayers' Grotto (guarded by an Earth Elemental).

Silver Sword diagram is in a Monster Den east of Ursten.

Steel Sword diagram is in the Cavern (guarded by a golem).

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Feline Silver Sword (superior), Feline Steel Sword (superior), Feline Armor (superior), Feline Boots (superior), Feline Gauntlets (superior), Feline Trousers (superior).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Cat School Gear Upgrade Diagrams – Part 4 Region: Skellige Signpost: Kaer Gelen, Harviken, Trottheim Scavenger Hunt Level 34
Steel Sword diagram is at Kaer Gelen.

Silver Sword diagram is in a cave east of Harviken.

All Armor diagrams are in a cave south-southwest of Trottheim.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Feline Steel Sword (mastercrafted), Feline Silver Sword (mastercrafted), Feline Armor (mastercrafted), Feline Boots (mastercrafted), Feline Gauntlets (mastercrafted), Feline Trousers (mastercrafted).
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Bear School Gear

Item Name Description
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear Region: Skellige Signpost: Rogne, Ruined Inn, Urialla Harbor, Old Watchtower Scavenger Hunt Level 20
Silver Sword diagram is at Fort Etnir north of Rogne.

Steel Sword diagram is at the Ruined Inn.

Crossbow diagram is in the cave south-southwest of the Old Watchtower.

All Armor diagrams are in Castle Tuirseach, north of Urialla Harbor on An Skellig.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Ursine Silver Sword, Ursine Steel Sword, Ursine Crossbow, Ursine Armor, Ursine Boots, Ursine Gauntlets, Ursine Trousers.
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear – Part 1 Region: Skellige Signpost: Wild Shore, Grotto, Kaer Gelen Scavenger Hunt Level 25
Ursine Boots (enhanced) diagram is in the cave southeast of Wild Shore.

Ursine Armor (enhanced) diagram is in the Grotto.

Ursine Silver Sword (enhanced) diagram is in the ruins northeast of Kaer Gelen.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Ursine Silver Sword (enhanced), Ursine Armor (enhanced), Ursine Boots (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear – Part 2 Region: Skellige Signpost: Rogne, Kaer Almhult, Marlin Coast Scavenger Hunt Level 25
Ursine Gauntlets (enhanced) diagram is in the unmarked ruin southeast of Fort Etnir which is north of Rogne.

Ursine Steel Sword (enhanced) diagram is at Kaer Almhult.

Ursine Trousers (enhanced) diagram is on the island northeast of Marlin Coast.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Ursine Steel Sword (enhanced), Ursine Gauntlets (enhanced), Ursine Trousers (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear – Part 3 Region: Velen Signpost: Hanged Man's Tree, Ruined Tower, The Orphans of Crookback Bog Scavenger Hunt Level 30
Ursine Armor (superior) diagram is in the cave northwest of Hanged Man's Tree.

Ursine Steel Sword (superior) diagram is in the Ruined Tower.

Ursine Silver Sword (superior) diagram is in the cave southwest of The Orphans of Crookback Bog.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Ursine Steel Sword (superior), Ursine Silver Sword (superior), Ursine Armor (superior), Ursine Boots (superior), Ursine Gauntlets (superior), Ursine Trousers (superior).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Bear School Gear – Part 4 Region: Velen Signpost: Blackbough, Olena's Grove, Destroyed Bastion Scavenger Hunt Level 34
Ursine Steel Sword (mastercrafted) diagram is in the cave behind Pellar's hut.

Ursine Silver Sword (mastercrafted) diagram is on the small island northeast of Olena's Grove.

Ursine Armor (mastercrafted) diagrams are in the Destroyed Bastion.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Ursine Steel Sword (mastercrafted), Ursine Silver Sword (mastercrafted), Ursine Armor (mastercrafted), Ursine Boots (mastercrafted), Ursine Gauntlets (mastercrafted), Ursine Trousers (mastercrafted).
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Wolf School Gear

Item Name Description
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear Region: Kaer Morhen Signpost: Bastion, Kaer Morhen, Ruined Watchtower Scavenger Hunt Level 14
Wolf Armor diagram is in the Old Signal Tower just south of the Kaer Morhen signpost.

Wolf Steel Sword diagram is in the Bastion.

Wolf Silver Sword diagram is in the Ruined Watchtower.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Wolf Steel Sword, Wolf Silver Sword, Wolf Armor, Wolf Boots, Wolf Gauntlets, Wolf Trousers.
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear – Part 1 Region: Velen Signpost: Crow's Perch, Fyke Isle, Grotto Scavenger Hunt Level 21
Wolf Silver Sword (enhanced) diagram is obtained by using the well to descend below Crow's Perch.

Wolf Armor (enhanced) diagram is on the island south of Fyke Isle.

Wolf Boots (enhanced) diagram is in the Grotto.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Wolf Silver Sword (enhanced), Wolf Armor (enhanced), Wolf Boots (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear – Part 2 Region: Kaer Morhen Signpost: Iron Mine, Lakeside Hut, Ruined Watchtower Scavenger Hunt Level 21
Wolf Gauntlets (enhanced) diagram is in the cave just west of Iron Mine signpost.

Wolf Trousers (enhanced) diagram is on the island north-northeast of Lakeside Hut.

Wolf Steel Sword (enhanced) diagram is at the Ruined Watchtower.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Wolf Steel Sword (enhanced), Wolf Gauntlets (enhanced), Wolf Trousers (enhanced).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear – Part 3 Region: Skellige Signpost: Arinbjorn, Fyresdal, Lofoten Scavenger Hunt Level 29
Wolf Silver Sword (superior) diagram is in the cemetery southeast of Arinbjorn.

Wolf Armor (superior) diagram is at Fort Grymmdjarr, west of Fyresdal.

Wolf Steel Sword (superior) diagram is in the ruins southwest of Lofoten.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Wolf Silver Sword (superior), Wolf Armor (superior), Wolf Steel Sword (superior).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear – Part 4 Region: Kaer Morhen Signpost: Bastion, Iron Mine, Kaer Morhen Scavenger Hunt Level 29
Wolf Trousers (superior) diagram is in the cave north of the Bastion.

Wolf Gauntlets (superior) diagram is at the Iron Mine.

Wolf Boots (superior) diagram is in the cave east of Kaer Morhen.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Wolf Trousers (superior), Wolf Gauntlets (superior), Wolf Boots (superior).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear – Part 5 Region: Velen Signpost: Byways, Kimbolt Way Scavenger Hunt Level 34
Wolf Armor (mastercrafted) diagram is at the elven ruins southeast of Byways.

Wolf Steel Sword (mastercrafted) diagram is at the sunken treasure west of Byways.

Wolf Silver Sword (mastercrafted) diagram is at the Hidden Treasure south-southwest of Kimbolt Way signpost.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Wolf Armor (mastercrafted), Wolf Steel Sword (mastercrafted), Wolf Silver Sword (mastercrafted).
Scavenger Hunt
Scavenger Hunt: Wolf School Gear – Part 6 Region: Skellige Signpost: Boxholm, Old Watchtower, Dorve Ruins Scavenger Hunt Level 34
Wolf Gauntlets (mastercrafted) - Kaer Nyssen, ruined fortress south of Boxholm.

Wolf Trousers (mastercrafted) - Old Watchtower, Spikeroog.

Wolf Boots (mastercrafted) - Dorve Ruins, Undvik.

Witcher Diagrams: Diagrams for: Wolf Gauntlets (mastercrafted), Wolf Trousers (mastercrafted), Wolf Boots (mastercrafted).

The Witcher 3 Scavenger Hunts FAQ

How many Scavenger Hunts are in The Witcher 3?

There are 23 Scavenger Hunts in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. These quests allow you to locate Witcher school gear sets across the game world. Each scavenger hunt leads to diagrams for crafting powerful Witcher gear from schools like Griffin, Cat, Bear, Wolf, Manticore, and Viper.

What are Scavenger Hunts for Witcher Gear?

Scavenger Hunts for Witcher Gear in The Witcher 3 are quests that involve finding diagrams and schematics for crafting Witcher school armor and weapons. These hunts lead you to locations where you can find diagrams for gear sets from different Witcher schools, each with unique bonuses. The gear can be crafted by blacksmiths and armorers using the diagrams and required materials.

How do I use the All Scavenger Hunts checklist?

Our All Scavenger Hunts Checklist features auto-save functionality - your progress is automatically saved locally in your browser with no login required. Simply check off scavenger hunts as you complete them, and your progress will be preserved when you return. The checklist organizes all 23 hunts by Witcher school and includes detailed descriptions.

Are any Scavenger Hunts missable in The Witcher 3?

Most Scavenger Hunts are available throughout the game, but some areas may only become accessible during or after specific main quests. It's recommended to complete scavenger hunts as you encounter them. Use our checklist to track every hunt and ensure you don't miss any Witcher gear diagrams.

Do I need to complete all Scavenger Hunts for 100% completion?

While Scavenger Hunts aren't strictly required for story completion, completing all 23 Scavenger Hunts is important for 100% completion in The Witcher 3. These hunts provide access to the best armor and weapon sets in the game. Use our checklist alongside other Witcher 3 checklists to track your full completion progress.

What Witcher Gear sets can I find through Scavenger Hunts?

Scavenger Hunts allow you to find diagrams for six Witcher school gear sets: Griffin (Sign intensity), Cat (Fast attack damage), Bear (Strong attack damage), Wolf (balanced), Manticore (Alchemy bonus), and Viper (DLC). Each set has multiple upgrade tiers (basic, enhanced, superior, mastercrafted, grandmaster) that provide increasingly powerful bonuses.

What type of Witcher gear is there?

There are six types of Witcher school gear sets in The Witcher 3: Griffin School Gear (focuses on Sign intensity and stamina), Cat School Gear (enhances fast attack damage and critical hit chance), Bear School Gear (boosts strong attack damage and vitality), Wolf School Gear (balanced stats for all playstyles), Manticore School Gear (Alchemy-focused bonuses, Blood and Wine DLC), and Viper School Gear (balanced stats, Hearts of Stone DLC). Each set includes armor pieces (chest, boots, gauntlets, trousers) and weapons (steel and silver swords).

All 23 Scavenger Hunts for Witcher Gear in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
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