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.

After helping Radovan track down his missing cart in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, your work is not over for him yet. You’ll need to help him create a distinct and memorable sword; you need help from The Hermit, who has the steel you need.

Deliverance 2 has you choose between the hermit and the Knights of the Cross, so here’s a walkthrough and what to pick.