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

In *Avowed*, one of the first significant choices you'll face is whether to give Sargamis the Splinter of Eothas. This decision leads to dramatically different outcomes, each with its own unique consequences. Here's a detailed guide on what happens based on your choice.

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

When you choose not to give Sargamis the Splinter of Eothas, the conversation quickly turns confrontational. As predicted, Sargamis becomes hostile and initiates combat. He is treated as an optional boss in *Avowed*, complete with a distinct name and a substantial health bar, making this one of the tougher early-game fights.

During the battle, Sargamis calls upon two spirit creatures to assist him, though they primarily focus on attacking Kai rather than you. His combat style includes swift thrusting attacks with his sword, allowing him to close distances rapidly. However, he is susceptible to freezing, so utilizing ice spells can significantly slow him down and give you an advantage.

Defeating Sargamis rewards you with the Last Light of Day mace, a unique weapon that not only restores 3% of your health upon defeating an enemy but also boosts your attacks with a 10% fire damage bonus.

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

If you decide to hand over the Splinter to Sargamis, you'll face additional choices. You can either persuade him to enter the statue, which results in his death and grants you the Last Light of Day mace, or you can offer yourself to the statue. Choosing the latter leads to another decision point:

• Stand in the circle as directed by Sargamis and await the activation of the machine. This choice results in your character's death, but you'll earn the "Get In The Statue, Envoy" achievement. Upon reloading *Avowed*, you'll restart from the moment before entering the circle.
• Alternatively, if you leave the circle when Sargamis instructs you to stay still, he will become enraged and attack you, leading to a battle similar to refusing the Splinter outright.

How To Finish Dawntreader Without Killing Sargamis in Avowed

The most favorable outcome in the Splinter of Eothas scenario involves convincing Sargamis that his plan is doomed to fail. This requires an Intellect stat of at least 4. If your stats need adjusting, refer to our *Avowed* respec guide to reallocate your attribute points effectively.

To proceed, place the Splinter in the statue before conversing with Sargamis, activate the machine, and then talk to him after it fails. Persuade him that his plan will not succeed, leading him to abandon his pursuit. The Court Augur and Arcane Scholar background options are crucial for initiating this path, though other backgrounds may offer similar choices.

After convincing Sargamis, avoid choosing the intellect option about live soul transfer. Once he leaves, you can decide whether to allow the voice to use the statue or destroy it yourself. Then, locate Sargamis in his quarters to conclude this segment of the Dawntreader quest, earning more experience than you would through combat or compliance.

This comprehensive guide on the Splinter of Eothas decision in *Avowed* should help you navigate one of the game's pivotal choices. For those new to *Avowed*, our beginner's guide offers additional tips to enhance your gameplay experience.

*Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.*