In the early stages of *Avowed*, one of the pivotal choices you'll face is whether to give Sargamis the Splinter of Eothas, which can lead to significantly different outcomes. This *Avowed* guide delves into the consequences of handing over the Splinter or choosing not to.
What Happens If You Don’t Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?
Refusing to give Sargamis the Splinter leads to an immediate confrontation. Sargamis, portrayed as an optional boss with a formidable health bar, will engage you in combat. He summons two spirit creatures to assist him, though they primarily target Kai. Be prepared for Sargamis's swift thrusting attacks, which allow him to close distances quickly. Utilizing ice spells can be beneficial, as he's susceptible to being frozen, which can give you a strategic advantage in the fight.
Upon defeating Sargamis, you'll acquire the Last Light of Day mace, a unique weapon that not only restores three percent of your health with each enemy defeated but also boosts your attacks with a 10 percent bonus fire damage.
What Happens If You Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?
Opting to give the Splinter to Sargamis opens up several pathways. Initially, you can attempt to persuade him to place himself in the statue, which will result in his death and your acquisition of the Last Light of Day mace. Alternatively, you can offer yourself to the statue, leading to two possible outcomes: standing in the designated circle results in your character's death, earning you the "Get In The Statue, Envoy" achievement, but reloading the game will place you back at the decision point. If you decide to leave the circle when prompted, Sargamis will attack you, triggering a battle similar to the refusal scenario.
How To Finish Dawntreader Without Killing Sargamis in Avowed
For those seeking a non-violent resolution, you can convince Sargamis that his plan with the Splinter is doomed to fail. This requires an Intellect stat of at least 4, and possibly choosing specific backgrounds like Court Augur or Arcane Scholar. Place the Splinter in the statue before discussing it with Sargamis, then activate the machine and speak to him about the failure. Persuade him that Eothas is gone and his plan won't succeed without choosing the live soul transfer option. Once Sargamis abandons his plan, you can decide the fate of the statue and then find him in his quarters to conclude this segment of the Dawntreader quest, earning more experience than through combat or compliance.
This guide should help you navigate the critical decision regarding the Splinter of Eothas in *Avowed*. For those new to the game, consider checking out our *Avowed* beginner's guide for additional tips and strategies.
*Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.*
