Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, launched on February 4, 2025, by Warhorse Studios, is a sequel that’s as much a history lesson as it is a game—over 2 million copies sold in two weeks prove its pull. Set in 1403 Bohemia, a land torn by civil war, it picks up where the 2018 original left off, thrusting Henry of Skalitz into a bloody feud between King Wenceslas IV’s loyalists and Holy Roman Emperor Sigismund’s forces. Like its predecessor, KCD2 prides itself on historical grit—real events, real places, and, yes, real people. Sure, Henry’s a fictional everyman, a blacksmith’s son turned warrior, but the nobles, knights, and schemers he meets? Many are ripped straight from the annals of 15th-century Europe. Warhorse didn’t just slap medieval vibes on a sandbox; they wove in figures who actually walked Bohemia’s muddy paths. Here’s a rundown of 10 historical heavyweights you’ll encounter—some you’ll fight beside, others you’ll curse—and why they make KCD2 feel like a time portal with a sword in hand.

Wenceslas Was Once The King Of Bohemia

First, there’s Wenceslas IV, the deposed king at the story’s heart. Son of Charles IV, he ruled Bohemia from 1378 until Sigismund ousted him in 1400. In-game, Henry’s mission is to restore him, clashing with Sigismund’s goons. History paints Wenceslas as a weak king—captured twice, plagued by noble revolts, and mocked as a drunk in some chronicles. KCD2 leans into that, showing him as a figurehead more than a fighter, though his escape to Kuttenberg in 1403 (a real event) drives the plot. X’s @TLOUFanatic calls him “the ultimate underdog”—a king you pity as much as you root for. He’s no action hero, but his presence ties Henry’s revenge to a bigger stakes game.

Sigismund Took The Throne From His Brother Wenceslas

Next, Sigismund of Luxembourg, the big bad. Holy Roman Emperor, King of Hungary, and Wenceslas’ half-brother, he’s the mastermind behind Skalitz’s razing—a real 1403 atrocity that kicks off both games. History’s kinder to him than KCD2 is; he brokered peace at the Council of Constance and ruled vast swaths of Europe. Here, he’s the ruthless invader, all cunning and steel. Steam forums debate his villainy—“He’s not that evil!”—but Warhorse casts him as Henry’s nemesis, a titan you’ll face in late-game sieges. His camp’s a fortress of tension, per IGN’s review, and crossing him feels personal.

Jobst of Moravia, Wenceslas’ cousin, is a wildcard. A margrave caught in a power tug-of-war with Sigismund, he backs Wenceslas in-game—sort of. Historically, Jobst was a flip-flopper; he jailed Wenceslas in 1394 but later won his vote to become King of the Romans in 1410, only to die suspiciously soon after (poison, maybe?). KCD2 simplifies him into a gruff ally, less chaotic than his real self, but his death hints at Sigismund’s reach. X’s @Okami13_ loves his “shady vibe”—he’s a noble you trust at your peril, adding intrigue to Henry’s alliances.

Jobst Received Support From Wenceslas

Then there’s Radzig Kobyla, Henry’s real dad. Based on Racek Kobyla ze Dvorce, a minor noble who served Wenceslas, he’s the emotional core of KCD1 and 2. History confirms Racek was Burgrave of Skalice (Skalitz in-game), torched by Sigismund’s troops. No illegitimate son like Henry shows up in records, but his flight to join Wenceslas’ resistance aligns with the game. In KCD2, he’s a grizzled mentor—think Sean Connery with a Bohemian accent—pushing Henry to reclaim his father’s sword. Web posts like GameRant’s stress his bond with Henry; their reunion scenes hit hard, even if the bastard twist is fiction.

Radzig Kobyla Was Based On Racek Kobyla

Hanush of Leipa, Hans Capon’s uncle, looms large. Inspired by Jan of Louny, a Rosenberg-aligned lord, he’s a stern patriarch in both games. The real Jan was a power broker in Bohemia’s north, tangled in noble feuds. KCD2 keeps him gruff but loyal, scolding Hans while backing Wenceslas. You don’t see him much—Hans name-drops him more—but his shadow shapes the Trosky region. Steam’s “lovable curmudgeon” tag fits; he’s the glue for Henry’s early quests, grounding the chaos in family ties.

Speaking of Hans Capon, this bratty noble’s based on Jan Ptáček of Pirkstein, a young lordling tied to the Rosenberg clan. History’s sparse on Jan’s youth, but KCD2 makes Hans a boozy, reckless foil to Henry—think medieval frat boy with a sword. Their friendship, forged in KCD1’s bathhouse brawls, deepens here; Hans matures (barely) amid war. X’s @RPGFanatic calls him “the best bro”—his antics, like getting doused in filth at Trosky Castle (ScreenRant’s preview), steal scenes, blending history with humor.

Hans’ Uncle Hanush Was Based On Hanus Of Lipa

Jan Hus sneaks in as a radical preacher. A Czech reformer executed in 1415 for heresy, he’s just gaining steam in 1403 Prague. KCD2 shows him stirring crowds, a nod to his real role sparking the Hussite Wars. He’s not a quest-giver—more a cameo—but his sermons echo Bohemia’s unrest. GameRant’s authenticity piece notes Warhorse’s care with him; he’s a spark of what’s to come, not the focus. X fans like @BG3Enjoyer dig the “proto-rebel” vibe—he’s a tease for future DLC, maybe.

Henry’s Best Friend Hans Really Existed

Otto von Bergow, Trosky Castle’s lord, is next. Based on Otto Bergow, a Wenceslas loyalist, he’s a key early ally. History marks him as a regional player; in-game, Henry’s mission to reach him kicks off the Trosky map. He’s stern, pragmatic—a classic knight. Steam reviews praise his “no-nonsense grit”—he’s not flashy, but he anchors the opening hours. His castle’s ambush sets the tone: trust’s a luxury in Bohemia.

Otto Of Bergau Becomes Otto Von Bergow In-Game

Zbysa of Wartenberg, a bandit noble, mixes history with menace. Inspired by Zbyněk Zajíc of Hazmburk, a rogue lord who clashed with Wenceslas, he’s a recurring thorn. Real Zbyněk raided from his castle; KCD2’s Zbysa ambushes Henry’s crew, per TheGamer’s review. He’s not a mustache-twirler—more a desperate opportunist. X’s @Pirat_Nation loves his “greasy charm”—he’s a foe you respect, even as you gut him.

Markvart Von Aulitz Is Based On A Real Sigismund Supporter Named Markvart

Finally, Procopius of Rabstein, or Prokop, rounds it out. A Wenceslas knight who resisted Sigismund, he’s a late-game heavy. History ties him to Rosenberg loyalty; in KCD2, he’s a battle-hardened badass aiding the siege. Steam calls him “the MVP of Act 3”—his grit mirrors Henry’s rise. No fluff, just steel and honor.

The Real Hynek Was Actually Known As The Dry Devil

These 10 aren’t window dressing—they’re the bones of KCD2’s world. Warhorse bends history—Henry’s resistance is fiction, Sigismund’s cartoonishly evil—but the core holds. Bohemia’s 1403 mess, from Wenceslas’ fall to Hus’ whispers, fuels every quest. X’s @StrongMoist praises the “living history vibe”; Steam’s 80% positive rating (despite PC bugs) agrees. I’ve dueled Zbysa, knelt for Wenceslas, cursed Sigismund—and felt 15th-century mud on my boots. KCD2 doesn’t just name-drop—it resurrects these figures, flaws and all, in a way textbooks can’t. Henry’s fake, but the stage? That’s real—and it’s a bloody marvel.