It's a lot faster, but you don't gain rewards like reputation for it, which can make tasks easier in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. No matter which path you pick, you get the Hermit's Sword in the process.

Here's a list containing all the story missions for each region in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 to help you keep track of your progress.

There are over 50 combined Alchemy and Blacksmithing recipes you can learn in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 to craft almost all the potions and weapons present in the game. Learning different elixir ingredient needs or weapon sketches can help you get the best gear possible for any challenge.