In Avowed, you'll face a crucial decision: free Ilora, a suspicious prisoner, or leave her fate in the hands of Fort Northreach. This choice significantly impacts your journey, particularly regarding Fort Northreach itself and a later side quest.
Should You Free Ilora?
While Avowed encourages player agency, freeing Ilora is strongly recommended. This choice simplifies Fort Northreach and unlocks a smoother path through a subsequent side quest.
Freeing Ilora: The Benefits
Freeing Ilora provides significant advantages:
- Easier Fort Northreach: Ilora actively assists in combat, proving invaluable given your initial low power level and limited equipment. She significantly reduces the difficulty of the area.
- Streamlined "Escape Plan": This later side quest becomes considerably easier if you've saved Ilora. (No spoilers here!)
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. Break through the boards on your right to reach the Warden's Room; the key is near the door. Even if you choose not to free Ilora, obtain the Deerskin Gloves from the adjacent cell using this key.
Leaving Ilora: The Consequences
Choosing not to free Ilora drastically increases the challenge of Fort Northreach and "Escape Plan." Furthermore, you'll later encounter Ilora as an enemy, making your escape even more difficult. However, defeating her does yield loot.
In conclusion, freeing Ilora offers a more manageable and rewarding gameplay experience in Avowed.
Avowed is currently available.
