Step into the vibrant world of Red Dead Redemption 2 with the captivating mission “Polite Society, Valentine Style.” This immersive adventure takes Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang to the bustling town of Valentine, where they must navigate the intricate dance of alliances, rivalries, and survival in the Wild West. Join us as we delve into the heart of this mission, exploring its engaging narrative, dynamic gameplay, and unforgettable character interactions that shape the gang’s destiny.
Walkthrough: Start riding towards Valentine town. Stay on the road displayed on the radar – thanks to that you will come across a coachman who lost his horses. Try to help him by catching one of the escaped animals. Slowly approach a scared horse, hold the lock-on button and press the button to calm the animal down. After that you will be able to get closer to the horse. Bring the animal to the coachman. This will give you positive honor points (reputation).
Continue your journey to Valentine. Park the stagecoach near the stable. Follow the Uncle to the general store. The mission requires you to purchase Ground Coffee. You can approach the shelve with coffee and find it yourself (see the picture above) or you can open the trade window by speaking with the trader. You can also make other purchases but this step is completely optional. Leave the shop.
Watch the cut-scene. Reach the place with arguing people. Speak with the man to chase him away. Next step is to find Karen. Go to the hotel. You can ask the receptionist for Karen’s room or you can go straight on the upper floor. Karen is in the room 2B. You need to kick the door. After that you must fight with the man. Use blocks and dodges or simply focus on using regular attacks. Leave the hotel.
Chase the man who has recognized Arthur. Get on a random horse and start galloping. Be careful so you won’t hit any obstacles or other riders. The chase is scripted. It ends when the horse throws the man off of its back. Approach the chasm. You can interrogate and then help the man or you can let him fall. If you help him, you will learn that his name is Jimmy Brooks. The man gives you a feather (you can sell it later).
Additional note – Go back on the horse you took in Valentine, and return the animal to its owner. This act will give you a few extra honor points. The owner of the horse should stay in the same place where you stole the animal – next to the Valentine hotel (see the picture above).
How to get a gold medal in Polite Society, Valentine Style
- Help the coachman by catching one of his horses – This has been described above. Follow the way marked by the game – thanks to that you won’t miss this event.
- Find Karen in less than 45 seconds – This is an easy challenge. Don’t speak with the receptionist. Instead, you should go straight to the room 2B located on the upper floor.
What are the key challenges in completing the “Polite Society, Valentine Style” mission
Completing the “Polite Society, Valentine Style” mission in Red Dead Redemption 2 involves several key challenges:
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Returning the Lost Wagon Horse: Early in the mission, you’ll encounter a carriage with a lost horse. To meet one of the Gold Medal requirements, you must return this horse to its owner. This involves calming the horse and leading it back to the coach driver.
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Finding Karen within 45 Seconds: After arriving in Valentine, you’ll need to locate Karen quickly. She is being harassed in a room at the “HOT MEALS” establishment. You must find her within 45 seconds to fulfill another Gold Medal requirement.
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Dealing with Tilly’s Harasser: You’ll need to intervene when Tilly is being harassed by a man across the street. Pointing your gun at him will suffice to scare him off.
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Chasing the Man from Blackwater: A witness recognizes Arthur from a previous job and flees. You must chase him down on horseback. The mission allows you to either save or let him die, impacting your honor.
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Maintaining Honor and Reputation: Throughout the mission, your actions can affect Arthur’s honor and reputation, particularly in how you handle the man from Blackwater and returning the horse.
What happens if I fail to return the wagon horse
If you fail to return the wagon horse in the “Polite Society, Valentine Style” mission in Red Dead Redemption 2, it will not significantly impact the overall progression of the mission. However, failing to return the horse will prevent you from achieving one of the Gold Medal requirements. The horse is not crucial to completing the mission, but returning it is necessary for achieving a perfect score.
In general, if you abandon or fail to return a horse in Red Dead Redemption 2, it will remain where you left it and be represented on the map. However, if it respawns, it might appear at a nearby stable or its designated spawn location. In the context of this mission, the focus is more on completing the narrative objectives rather than the horse’s fate.
