Navigating the complex narrative of Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines often leads players into harrowing confrontations, non-linear investigations, and crucial narrative turning points. The quest titled Going the Way of Kings stands out as a pivotal main mission assigned by Hollywood Anarch leader Isaac Abrams. It requires players to track down the horrifying origin of a snuff film to a suspicious mansion located at 609 King's Way.
Initiating the Quest and Infiltrating the Mansion
To begin this operation, players must first complete the preceding Snuff Is Enough questline in the Hollywood district. Once Isaac identifies the location depicted in the gruesome video footage, you are directed to travel immediately to the estate. Accessing the grounds requires taking a taxi or navigating through the sewer network to reach the outer perimeter of 609 King's Way.
Upon arrival, players cannot simply walk through the front door due to heavy security measures and locked entry points. Instead, you must scale the exterior trellis attached to the mansion wall to reach the upper balcony area. From there, climb the spiral staircase to the third floor and gain entrance through the sliding glass doors.
Exploring the Estate and Defeating Andrei
Inside the residence, prepare for immediate combat against grotesque flesh-crafted creatures spawned by the Tzimisce clan. While clearing the rooms, players should search carefully for valuable items such as the Mummywrap Fetish on a second-floor table and blood packs inside the refrigerator. Gathering these survival resources provides essential healing and combat buffs before venturing into the basement.
Descending multiple flights of stairs takes you deep into the lower level where the Sabbat leader Andrei resides. Engaging in dialogue allows players to learn vital lore regarding Gehenna and the upcoming war before combat begins. Andrei summons additional minions throughout the fight, so maintaining distance and focusing high physical or supernatural damage on the boss is essential.
Navigating the Warrens and Completing Quest Objectives
Defeating Andrei forces him to retreat into the ground, which opens the double doors leading straight into the Nosferatu Warrens. If playing with the Unofficial Patch Plus enabled, players with low humanity can explore unique dialogue choices regarding interest in the Sabbat. However, the core narrative outcome remains focused on securing passage into the hidden Nosferatu lair to locate Gary Golden.
Completing this intense mission yields substantial experience points and advances the central Ankaran Sarcophagus storyline significantly. Players should also take time to report back to Isaac Abrams in Hollywood to claim a special reward promised for eliminating the threat. Properly managing your blood supply and combat disciplines ensures a smooth transition into the challenging sewer dungeons ahead.
