The Envoy will be faced with a difficult decision during the Shadows of the Past main quest in Avowed. You must choose between allowing Inquisitor Lodwyn to destroy the Naku Kubel ruins, thus killing the trapped Dreamthralls, or letting the archmage Ryngrim to take the essence of hundreds of people to sever the Adra, ending the Dreamscourge in Shatterscarp.
There are more severe consequences players should keep in mind if they decide on any of the two choices in Avowed. Although the outcome will be known almost instantly the moment you return to Thirdborn, the more important outcome will appear at the end. At the endgame, during the Siege of Paradis main quest, players will be faced with three impossible choices, and whatever choice they make, Shatterscarp will also suffer the consequences.
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The Following Article Contains Spoilers Regarding Some Endgame Choices And Consequences.
Let Lodwyn Destroy The Naku Kubel Ruins In Avowed
Early Consequences
Upon allowing Lodwyn to destroy the Naku Kubel ruins, Ryngrim and Yatzli won’t be very happy with your decision. Additionally, the Envoy will receive the Scion of the Immortal Land, a Godlike ability that increases damage and regenerates HP overtime.
Returning to Thirdborn means witnessing the Dreamscourge slowly spreading through Shatterscarp and infecting people left and right. Even Temerti seems to be affected and is starting to mix reality with dreams, hinting she’s infected by the plague.
Endgame Consequences
The endgame consequences all depend on the players’ choice when asked about the Living Lands’ fate when speaking with the ambassador.
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Choices |
Consequences |
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Destroy Ruins + Allow Aedyr to Colonize the Living Lands |
The people of Shatterscarp are helpless between the Aedyran empire and the remaining Dreamthralls. Thirdborn trade with the incoming Aedyran goods. Some Thirdborners leave the city, refusing to live under Aedyran influence, while others stay, planning a rebellion. |
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Destroy Ruins + Attempt Grefram |
Thanks to the grefram, Aedyr sends soldiers to take care of the remaining Dreamthralls. Thirdborners live the rest of their lives getting used to canon sounds and fearing Aedyran soldiers. |
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Destroy Ruins + Have the Living Lands Become a Free Land |
Shatterscarp deals with the Dreamthralls on its own and it becomes a routine. The young make a game out of hunting Dreamthralls and collect various artifacts. |
Let Ryngrim Sever The Adra In Avowed
Early Consequences
If the Envoy decides to let Ryngrim sever the Adra, then she will take the essence from hundreds of random citizens to do so, ending their lives. Lodwyn is extremely disappointed in your choice and tells you that Sapadal is affecting your choices too much. Players will get the Severed Branch Godlike ability, which increases their movement speed for 20 seconds.
Upon traveling through Shatterscarp and returning to Thirdborn, you will stumble upon the corpses of innocent people. Temerti will be extremely pissed about your decision and tell you to go away.
Endgame Consequences
Here are the endgame consequences for severing the Adra in addition to choosing the fate of the Living Lands:
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Choices |
Consequences |
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Destroy Ruins + Allow Aedyr to Colonize the Living Lands |
The older Thirdborners are used to living under the rules of another, while the younger ones are still holding on to their older and free land. Thirdborners still resent Ryngrim for killing most of their people while struggling under the oppression of Aedyr. Even though Thirdborn can still work in trades, it is hinted that some are planning a rebellion. |
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Destroy Ruins + Attempt Grefram |
The Shatterscarp people don’t trust Aedyr, even after being promised autonomy. The grefram’s port brings all kinds of exotic materials, including high-quality wine that dulls the ache of the Ryngrim’s attack. |
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Destroy Ruins + Have the Living Lands Become a Free Land |
The Shatterscarp people are happy with their independence but still suffering from Ryngrim’s attack. There is little to no trade in Shatterscarp, so there is no source of income. Some Thirdborners leave the settlement while others stay and work together to figure out a way to fight hunger. |
- Released
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February 18, 2025
- ESRB
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Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Strong Language, Violence
- Publisher(s)
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Xbox Game Studios