Should You Hand Over the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?

In *Avowed*, one of the earliest significant decisions you'll face is whether to give Sargamis the Splinter of Eothas. This choice can lead to vastly different outcomes, ranging from bad to worse, with a somewhat positive resolution possible if navigated carefully. This guide will walk you through 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?

The dialogue with Sargamis hints strongly at an unfavorable outcome if you choose to deny him the Splinter, and his threats are no idle boasts. Should you refuse to hand it over, Sargamis will engage you in combat, becoming an optional boss with a significant health bar and presenting one of the tougher early-game challenges.

During the battle, Sargamis calls forth two spirit creatures to assist him, though these spirits typically focus their attacks on Kai rather than you. He employs swift thrusting attacks with his sword, capable of covering large distances quickly. However, he is susceptible to freezing, so utilizing ice spells can be a strategic advantage to slow him down.

Victory over Sargamis rewards you with the Last Light of Day mace, a unique weapon class endowed with enchantments that heal you by three percent of your health upon defeating an enemy and boost your attacks with an additional 10 percent fire damage.

What Happens If You Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?

After agreeing to give the Splinter to Sargamis, you're presented with further choices. You can change your mind and trigger an attack from Sargamis, or you can proceed with two main options. The first involves persuading Sargamis to place himself in the statue, which results in his death and grants you the Last Light of Day mace. The second option is to offer yourself to the statue, leading to a further decision point.

If you choose to stand in the circle as instructed by Sargamis and wait for him to activate the machine, you will die but earn the "Get In The Statue, Envoy" achievement. Reloading the game will return you to the moment before standing in the circle. Alternatively, if you step out of the circle when Sargamis tells you to stay still, he will become enraged and attack you.

How To Finish Dawntreader Without Killing Sargamis in Avowed

The optimal approach to resolving the Splinter of Eothas dilemma involves convincing Sargamis that his plan is doomed to fail, requiring an Intellect stat of at least 4. For those needing to adjust their stats, refer to our *Avowed* respec guide. Place the Splinter in the statue before discussing it with Sargamis, activate the machine, and then engage in conversation with him after it fails. Persuade him that his plan won't succeed, and he will abandon it.

To embark on this path, consider selecting the Court Augur or Arcane Scholar background, as these may provide the necessary dialogue options. Guide Sargamis toward understanding that Eothas is no longer present, but avoid discussing live soul transfer. After Sargamis leaves, decide whether to allow the voice to 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 grants more experience than the alternatives.

This comprehensive guide should help you navigate the decision of whether to give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in *Avowed*. If you're new to the game, don't miss our *Avowed* beginner's guide for essential tips to enhance your gameplay experience.

*Avowed is now available on PC and Xbox.*