One of *Avowed*'s earliest and most impactful choices revolves around the Splinter of Eothas and what you do with it regarding Sargamis. Your decision branches into multiple outcomes: a bad ending, a worse one, and a surprisingly positive resolution. This guide details the consequences of giving Sargamis the Splinter.

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

Refusing Sargamis the splinter sets you up for a confrontation. He becomes a challenging early-game boss, summoning spirit creatures and utilizing swift, powerful sword attacks. While his summoned allies may target your companion, Kai, Sargamis himself is vulnerable to ice spells, making them a valuable tool in the fight. Victory rewards you with the Last Light of Day mace, a unique weapon restoring health upon enemy defeat and boosting fire damage.

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

Agreeing to give Sargamis the splinter presents two main paths (and a third if you change your mind, triggering a fight). You can either persuade him to place himself in the statue, resulting in his death and granting you the Last Light of Day mace, or offer yourself to the statue, leading to another branching decision. Choosing to stand in the circle as instructed will lead to your death, unlocking the "Get In The Statue, Envoy" achievement. However, leaving the circle before the activation will enrage Sargamis, initiating combat.

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How To Finish Dawntreader Without Killing Sargamis in Avowed

The most favorable outcome involves convincing Sargamis his plan is flawed. This requires an Intellect stat of 4 or higher. (Consult our *Avowed* respec guide if needed). Place the splinter in the statue *before* speaking with Sargamis, activate the machine, and then engage in conversation after its failure. By successfully arguing against his plan, he abandons the endeavor. Note: The Court Augur and Arcane Scholar backgrounds may offer unique dialogue options that facilitate this approach. Avoid the intellect option concerning live soul transfer. After Sargamis departs, you decide whether to let the voice utilize the statue or destroy it yourself. Finally, speak with Sargamis in his quarters to complete the Dawntreader quest, earning significant experience points.

This concludes our analysis of the Splinter of Eothas choice in *Avowed*. For new players, check out our *Avowed* beginner’s guide for helpful tips. *Avowed* is available now on PC and Xbox.