In *Avowed*, one of the earliest and most impactful choices you'll face is whether to give Sargamis the Splinter of Eothas. Your decision can lead to a variety of outcomes, ranging from bad to worse, with one path that's somewhat positive. This guide will delve into the consequences of giving or withholding the Splinter of Eothas from Sargamis.
What Happens If You Don’t Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?
If you choose not to hand over the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis, be prepared for a confrontation. The dialogue clearly hints at a dire outcome if you refuse, and true to his word, Sargamis will engage you in combat. He's treated as an optional boss with a formidable health bar, making this one of the tougher early-game encounters in *Avowed*.
During the battle, Sargamis summons two spirit creatures, though they typically focus on attacking Kai rather than you. He employs swift, thrusting sword attacks that cover significant distances. However, Sargamis is vulnerable to freezing, so equipping ice spells can help manage the fight by slowing him down.
Victory over Sargamis rewards you with the Last Light of Day mace, a unique weapon that not only restores three percent of your health upon defeating an enemy but also adds a 10 percent bonus to fire damage on your attacks.
What Happens If You Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?
Upon agreeing to give the Splinter to Sargamis, you have multiple paths to consider. You can change your mind mid-conversation, which will provoke Sargamis to attack you. Alternatively, you can persuade him to enter the statue himself, which results in his death and grants you the Last Light of Day mace.
Another option is to offer yourself to the statue. If you stand in the circle as instructed and wait for Sargamis to activate the machine, you'll die, but you'll also unlock the "Get In The Statue, Envoy" achievement. Reloading the game will return you to the moment before entering the circle. If you decide to leave the circle when Sargamis tells you to stand still, he'll become enraged and attack you.
How To Finish Dawntreader Without Killing Sargamis in Avowed
The most favorable outcome for handling the Splinter of Eothas situation involves convincing Sargamis that his plan is doomed to fail. This requires an Intellect stat of at least 4. If you need to adjust your stats, consult our *Avowed* respec guide. Place the Splinter in the statue before talking to Sargamis, activate the machine, and then speak with him after it fails. Successfully persuade him that his plan won't work, and he will abandon it.
To start this path, you may need to select the Court Augur or Arcane Scholar background options, though different backgrounds might offer similar choices. Throughout your conversation, guide Sargamis to understand that Eothas is gone, but avoid the intellect option regarding live soul transfer.
After Sargamis leaves, you must decide whether to let the voice use the statue or destroy it yourself. Then, locate Sargamis in his quarters for a final conversation. Completing this part of the Dawntreader quest this way not only avoids conflict but also rewards you with more experience than fighting or handing over the Splinter.
This guide covers the various outcomes of deciding whether to give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in *Avowed*. For new players looking to get started, check out our *Avowed* beginner's guide for helpful tips. *Avowed* is now available on PC and Xbox.
