In *Avowed*, the side quest 'Fires in the Mine' presents players with a pivotal decision: to either stop or support Darle in his plan to blow up the mine. Each choice comes with its own set of rewards, impacting not only your gameplay experience but also the narrative of the game. Let's delve into which decision at the end of 'Fires in the Mine' side quest yields the best outcomes in terms of XP, money, loot, and story progression.
Should You Stop or Support Darle in Avowed 'Fires in the Mine' Quest?
For the optimal rewards in your *Avowed* playthrough, stopping Darle from blowing up the mine is the superior choice. While supporting Darle does provide a good amount of XP, the total package you receive for thwarting his plan — including XP, money, additional loot, and a stronger narrative outcome — makes stopping him the better option by a significant margin.
What You Get for Supporting Darle
By choosing to support Darle and allowing him to execute his explosive plan, you'll earn 1026 XP upon completing the mission after speaking with Kada and Seyon. Normally, you would also receive some money, but by supporting Darle, you jeopardize the sulfur mining initiative, which is crucial for defense against the Dreamthralls, thus forfeiting the monetary reward. You can attempt to lie about the reasons behind the mine's destruction, but the outcome remains unchanged, further straining the relationship between the Aedyrans and Thirdborn.
Rewards for Stopping & Killing Darle
Opting to stop Darle in *Avowed's* 'Fires in the Mine' side quest grants you an immediate 212 XP for defeating him, followed by an additional 879 XP after debriefing with the mining officials, summing up to 1091 XP — 65 more than you would receive for supporting him. Additionally, Seynon and Kada reward you with 900 coins for stopping Darle. Before leaving the mine, you can also loot Darle's corpse, which yields:
- Blackwood Branch (Superb Upgrade Material)
- Wild Mushroom Stew (Prepared Food)
- Beetle Pie (Prepared Food) x2
While the food items are not particularly valuable, the Blackwood Branch is a superb upgrade material for your weapons and armor, enhancing the overall rewards of stopping Darle. Moreover, maintaining a positive relationship between the Thirdborn and the Aedyrans adds depth to the game's narrative. From a gameplay perspective, stopping Darle's plan is undoubtedly the best choice.
Now that you're equipped with the knowledge of the best decision at the end of 'Fires in the Mine' in *Avowed*, consider exploring all 12 Treasure Map locations for exclusive gear. If you're focused on leveling up your godlike, understanding the max level in *Avowed* will help you gauge their potential strength.
