In the world of *Avowed*, one of the earliest significant decisions you'll face is whether to give Sargamis the Splinter of Eothas. This choice leads to dramatically different outcomes, ranging from bad to worse, with one path offering a somewhat favorable result. This guide delves into the consequences of handing over Eothas' Splinter to Sargamis.
What Happens If You Don’t Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?
When conversing with Sargamis, it becomes clear that withholding the Splinter will lead to dire consequences. True to his word, if you refuse to give him the Splinter, Sargamis engages you in combat. *Avowed* presents him as an optional boss with a distinct name and a hefty health bar, marking one of the tougher early-game fights.
During the battle, Sargamis summons two spirit creatures, which primarily focus on attacking Kai rather than you. He wields his sword with thrusting attacks that allow him to close distances quickly. However, he is vulnerable to freezing, so equipping ice spells can help manage his swift movements.
Victory over Sargamis rewards you with the Last Light of Day mace, a unique weapon that restores three percent of your health upon defeating an enemy and boosts your attacks with an additional 10 percent fire damage.
What Happens If You Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?
Upon agreeing to give Sargamis the Splinter, you face three potential paths. First, you can persuade him to enter the statue himself, which results in his death and grants you the Last Light of Day. Alternatively, you can offer yourself to the statue, leading to another branching path.
If you choose to stand in the circle as directed by Sargamis and wait for him to activate the machine, you will die but earn the "Get In The Statue, Envoy" achievement. Reloading *Avowed* will bring you back to the moment before entering the circle. However, if you decide to step out of the circle when Sargamis tells you to stand still, he will attack you in a fit of rage.
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The optimal way to handle the situation with the Splinter of Eothas is to convince Sargamis that his plan is doomed to fail, which requires some additional effort. You'll need an Intellect stat of 4 or higher to unlock these dialogue options. If necessary, refer to our *Avowed* respec guide to adjust your attribute points.
Place the Splinter in the statue before speaking with Sargamis, activate the machine, and then talk to him after its failure. Persuade him that his plan won't succeed, and he will abandon his scheme.
In our experience, the Court Augur and Arcane Scholar backgrounds are crucial for initiating this path, although other backgrounds might offer similar choices. Continue guiding Sargamis towards understanding that Eothas is gone, but avoid the intellect option regarding live soul transfer.
After Sargamis leaves, you can choose whether to let the voice use the statue or destroy it yourself. Then, locate Sargamis in his quarters and converse with him. Completing this segment of the Dawntreader quest this way will net you more experience than if you had fought him or given him the Splinter.
And that's the breakdown on whether to give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in *Avowed*. If you're new to Obsidian's latest RPG, check out our *Avowed* beginner's guide for essential tips.
*Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.*
