In Avowed, you'll face a crucial decision: free the imprisoned Ilora or leave her fate undecided. This choice significantly impacts your journey, particularly concerning Fort Northreach and a later side quest. This guide explores the consequences of each decision.
Should You Free Ilora?
While role-playing games encourage player agency, freeing Ilora is strongly recommended. This path simplifies Fort Northreach and unlocks a future side quest.
Freeing Ilora: The Benefits
Freeing Ilora provides significant in-game advantages. She'll aid you in combat against Fort Northreach's enemies, including Steadman Ralke, the area boss. Early in Avowed, your resources are limited, making Ilora's assistance invaluable. Furthermore, completing the "Escape Plan" side quest becomes considerably easier if you've saved her.
How to Free Ilora
Ilora reveals the key to her cell is located in the Warden's Room. Access this room by navigating to the hallway's end, climbing crates, jumping to the adjacent platform, and entering the overhead passage. The key is situated near the door. Regardless of your decision regarding Ilora, use the key to unlock the adjacent cell and obtain the Deerskin Gloves.
Leaving Ilora: The Consequences
Choosing not to free Ilora drastically increases the difficulty of Fort Northreach and the "Escape Plan" side quest. Despite your inaction, Ilora won't remain imprisoned; you'll be forced to fight her, further complicating your escape. However, this path does allow you to loot her corpse after the encounter.
In conclusion, freeing Ilora offers substantial benefits, making your early game significantly easier and paving the way for a smoother experience later. Avowed is available now.
