Mutt the dog can be a powerful ally in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 but there two things you need to do to make sure he comes through in every situation. First, you need to raise his obedience levels and second, you need to choose the best perks for him.
Perks are divided into different categories; some are combat perks for Mutt while others are stealth and utility perks.
Best Perks for Mutt
Combat Perks
| Perk | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Hellhound | The presence of Mutt will add to your Intimidation, providing a bonus to the success of Presence/Intimidation check. Enemies are more likely to flee or surrender and those who stay have their defenses. | 10 |
| Rip and Tear | Doubles the bleeding effects caused by Mutt’s attacks, making enemies bleed out faster. | 18 |
| Defender | Slows down the reception of HURT damage (10% less HURT damage taken), makes Mutt more durable in drawn-out fights. | 14 |
| Lifesaver | On your command, Mutt will defend you when you’re attacked. | default |
| Defender | Mutt takes 10% less damage in combat. | 14 |
| Sic ’em! | Mutt gets a +20% damage increase | 20 |
Stealth and Exploration Perks
| Perk | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Bark! | Mutt will bark on command to create distractions for enemies. | 12 |
| Heightened Scent | Mutt can sense enemy presence when exploring. | 12 |
| Dog’s Best Friend | Dog’s won’t growl at you when sneaking around in stealth mode. | 12 |
Utility and Social Perks
| Perk | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Charming Comapnion | Grants a flat +3 Charisma bonus when Mutt is nearby, aiding dialogue interactions and vendor prices. | 10 |
| Faithful Companion | Mutt’s obedience decreases 25% slower. | 14 |
| Loyal Companion | Mutt returns faster after fleeing. | 8 |
| Search! | Mutt finds points of interest. | 6 |
| Body Heat | Bed quality increases 20% in the wild. | 8 |
With these perks Mutt really becomes the goodest boy ever. But make sure to regularly feed and praise him to prevent loss of obedience.
