"Avowed: Attack or Spare Captain Aelfyr?"

In Avowed, the decision to attack or spare Captain Aelfyr during the mainline quest "A Path to the Garden" is pivotal and fraught with consequences. If you recall, Captain Aelfyr's role in the burning of Fior Mes Inverno and her subsequent gloating can make the choice for revenge quite tempting. However, your decision not only affects the narrative but also your access to unique loot.

Should You Attack or Spare Captain Aelfyr in Avowed?

When faced with the choice, attacking Captain Aelfyr is the recommended course of action in Avowed. By choosing to attack, you unlock the opportunity to acquire valuable loot that would otherwise be inaccessible, including the coveted Death Knight Gloves.

Death Knight Gloves & Other Rewards for Attacking Aelfyr

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In Avowed, the Death Knight Gloves are particularly beneficial for defenders and elemental fighters. They offer a significant advantage with a -10% Stamina cost while Blocking and a 15% increase in Frost Damage.

Upon defeating Captain Aelfyr, you can also loot her corpse to add the following items to your Avowed inventory:

• Garnet (Gem)
• Silver Fenning coins x26
• Exceptional Scale Armor (+0/3)
• Exceptional Great Sword (+0/3)

If you've been neglecting gear upgrades throughout your Avowed journey, acquiring Exceptional Quality armor and weapons is a fantastic chance to bolster your arsenal. Moreover, the bodies of the fallen Steel Garrote soldiers offer additional loot to scavenge.

What If You Spare Aelfyr?

Choosing to spare Aelfyr yields no tangible rewards. Given the challenging nature of the battle against Captain Aelfyr and her Steel Garrote soldiers on normal difficulty, sparing her might be seen as a reward in itself, as it avoids a tough fight. If you find the battle too demanding, consider temporarily lowering the game's difficulty to ease the challenge.

The decision to kill or spare Aelfyr also slightly influences Giata's mood, making her happier if Aelfyr is killed and more anxious if spared. However, these changes have minimal impact on the storyline beyond a few minor dialogues.

Now that you understand the benefits of attacking and killing Captain Aelfyr in Avowed, consider your next move in the game. Should you give Keipo the Leviathan Heart during "Heart of Valor," another side quest that promises substantial loot? Also, take a moment to review the complete list of Avowed's main and side missions to gauge what adventures lie ahead.