Debate on Giving Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed

One of the earliest pivotal choices in *Avowed* involves deciding whether to give Sargamis the Splinter of Eothas, leading to significantly different outcomes. There's a range of endings, from bad to worse, and even one that's somewhat positive. This guide will walk you through what happens when you choose to give Sargamis Eothas' Splinter.

What Happens If You Don’t Give the Splinter of Eothas to Sargamis in Avowed?

From the outset, the dialogue with Sargamis hints at dire consequences for withholding the Splinter, and he doesn't mince words. If you outright refuse to give it to him, Sargamis engages you in combat, presenting himself as an optional boss with a notable health bar and a challenging fight early in the game.

During the battle, Sargamis summons two spirit creatures, which primarily target Kai, giving you a slight advantage. He employs swift thrusting attacks with his sword, allowing him to cover large distances quickly. However, he's susceptible to freezing, so equipping ice spells can be a strategic move to slow him down.

Defeating 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 ten percent bonus fire damage to your attacks.

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

After agreeing to give the Splinter to Sargamis, you face three potential outcomes. You can change your mind and trigger an attack from Sargamis, or proceed with two other options. The first is to persuade Sargamis to place himself in the statue, resulting in his death and you obtaining the Last Light of Day mace. The second involves offering yourself to the statue, which presents another branching path.

If you stand in the designated circle as instructed by Sargamis, you'll die but earn the "Get In The Statue, Envoy" achievement. Upon reloading *Avowed*, you'll resume from just before standing in the circle. Alternatively, if you step out of 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 optimal approach to resolving the Splinter of Eothas dilemma is to convince Sargamis that his plan is flawed, requiring an Intellect stat of 4 or higher. If you need to adjust your stats, refer to our *Avowed* respec guide. Place the Splinter in the statue before speaking with Sargamis, activate the machine, and then discuss the failed outcome with him. Persuade him that his plan is doomed to fail, and he'll abandon it.

To start this path, consider selecting the Court Augur or Arcane Scholar background, though other backgrounds might offer similar options. Guide Sargamis to understand that Eothas is gone, but avoid the intellect option regarding live soul transfer.

After Sargamis leaves, you'll have the choice to either allow the voice to use the statue or destroy it yourself. Then, locate Sargamis in his quarters for a conversation that will conclude this segment of the Dawntreader quest, earning you more experience than if you had fought or given him the Splinter.

That covers the decision of 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.*