Guide To Finding Ianton Kolev In Cyberpunk 2077

If you are looking to impress your contact or clean up the streets of Night City, you might have stumbled upon the side job known as "Bloody Marnie." It’s a mission that feels gritty, personal, and strangely emotional compared to the usual corporate espionage or gang wars. But there’s a catch. The mission requires you to hand over a specific person to specific people. That person is Ianton Kolev.

Many players get stuck here. They can’t find the guy. They arrive at the destination, but the target is nowhere in sight. This is a common frustration point in Cyberpunk 2077, especially for those playing through the story in a non-linear order. The location isn’t marked clearly, and the triggering conditions can be tricky. Don’t worry—we’ll break down exactly how to track down Ianton Kolev and complete this messy but rewarding questline.

Understanding The Mission Context

Before we dive into the map coordinates, it helps to understand how you got here. "Bloody Marnie" is a side job given to you by Gloria, a fixer you might have met through random encounters or other gigs. The premise is simple but dark: Gloria wants a man named Ianton Kolev, who has been sexually abused by a notorious figure in the city, delivered to her clients for "justice."

You don’t necessarily have to agree with the extrajudicial killing, but if you’re playing V as a stranger in a strange land, these are the kinds of moral gray areas you’ll face. To trigger the search for Kolev, you simply need to accept the mission from Gloria. Once accepted, your quest marker will point you toward a specific apartment in the Heywood district. However, the objective updates to "Find Ianton Colev," which is where the confusion often starts.

Where To Actually Find Him

The key to finding Ianton Kolev is patience and attention to detail. He isn’t just standing around waiting for you. He has a routine. When you first arrive at the apartment complex in Heywood, you will need to enter the building. Do not just stand outside. Go inside, go to the lobby, and wait.

You might need to wait for a game hour or two in real-time or use the sleep function if the option is available, though usually, just loitering in the lobby works. Eventually, Ianton will walk out of one of the apartment units. He looks like an ordinary, somewhat downtrodden civilian. He won’t have a name tag above his head immediately.

Once he enters the lobby, you can approach him. You have two main interaction options here:

• Threaten him: This is the aggressive route. You can intimidate him into getting in your car. This fits the brute-force Cyberpunk aesthetic but might not be for everyone.
• Talk him down: You can try to persuade him, explaining that you’re there to help (or at least, that you mean no immediate harm in the lobby). This leads to a slightly longer conversation where he expresses his fear.

Regardless of your persuasion score, once he is in the passenger seat of yourvehicle, the next phase begins. Drive him to the location marked on your map. It’s a secluded area where Gloria’s clients are waiting.

The Moral Choice And Resolution

This is the part that defines your V. When you arrive at the drop-off point, you will see Gloria and her thugs. They are expecting a dead or captured man. Here is where the story branches significantly based on your actions and dialogue choices.

If you turn Ianton over to them, the mission ends with him being harmed. It’s a cold, efficient end to the quest, giving you street cred with Gloria. But it leaves a bad taste in the mouth, which might affect your mental state or future interactions with certain NPCs.

Alternatively, you can choose to intervene. You can distract Gloria’s crew and help Ianton escape. This requires quick reflexes and good aim. If you help him escape, you anger Gloria, but you save a life. Interestingly, helping Ianton Colev escape can lead to a much more satisfying conclusion where he rebuilds his life, and you gain a different kind of respect within the city’s underbelly. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the "right" thing to do in Night City is the hardest thing to execute.

Tips For Tracking Down Other Hidden Targets

Since finding Ianton Colev involves some stealth and patience, this strategy applies to other side gigs in Cyberpunk 2077 where the target isn't immediately obvious. Here are a few general tips for these types of quests:

1. Check the time of day: Some characters only appear at night. If you arrive at noon and nothing happens, fast forward to evening.
2. Enter the building: NPCs in apartments often won't spawn on the street. You may need to physically enter the lobby to trigger their AI routine.
3. Use reconnaissance: If you have the Scanning cyberware or perks that highlight enemies through walls, use them. You might see the red silhouette of the target inside before they emerge.
4. Be patient: The game engine can sometimes be buggy. If he doesn’t appear immediately, log out and log back in, or wait in a different part of the city and return.

Why This Quest Resonates

"Bloody Marnie" isn’t just about tracking down a guy. It’s a sharp commentary on vigilante justice and the power dynamics in Night City. Ianton Kolev is a victim, yes, but he’s also a pawn in a larger game played by powerful fixers and angry mobs. Your decision at the end of the quest really drives home the theme that V is an agent of chaos, but also potentially an agent of change.

Whether you choose to be the monster or the savior, finding Ianton Kolev is pivotal. It’s not the most action-packed mission, but it’s one of the most memorable due to its emotional weight. So, take your time in Heywood, wait for that elevator to chime, and decide for yourself what kind of person V really is.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I kill Ianton Kolev before turning him in?

If you kill Ianton before delivering him, the mission will likely fail or update to a failure state. Gloria will be displeased because she wanted him alive, or at least in her hands. It’s best to capture or talk to him rather than eliminate him immediately.

Do I need a specific skill level to force Ianton into the car?

Not necessarily. You don’t need high Technical Ability or Cool. The dialogue options for threatening or persuading him are available regardless of your stats. However, higher Tech Intelligence might offer slightly more nuanced options, but the core outcome is the same.

Can I complete this mission peacefully?

Yes, you can avoid combat entirely if you choose the talkative options and successfully persuade him. However, if you choose to help him escape during the drop-off, combat becomes inevitable against Gloria’s crew.

Where exactly is the Heywood apartment building?

The building is located in the Bethany neighborhood of Heywood. It’s a mid-rise residential block. The quest marker will point directly to it. Look for the building with the elevator that Ianton uses to exit. It’s quite noticeable once you are in the correct district.