At the beginning of Avowed, you face a crucial decision: whether to free a suspicious prisoner named Ilora from her cell at Fort Northreach or leave her imprisoned, with the ultimate goal of using her boat to reach Paradis. Here's a detailed look at the implications of freeing or leaving Ilora.
Should You Free or Leave Ilora?
In Avowed, you should definitely consider freeing Ilora. This choice not only aligns with a more compassionate approach but also significantly simplifies your journey through Fort Northreach and unlocks a beneficial side quest later in the game.
What Happens If You Free Ilora in Avowed?
By freeing Ilora, you gain a valuable ally who assists in defeating the enemies on the island, including the formidable boss, Steadman Ralke. At the outset of Avowed, your character is relatively weak and lacks superior weapons or armor, making Ilora's help invaluable in easing the challenges of the level.
Moreover, freeing Ilora sets you up for success in the later side quest, "Escape Plan," making it much easier to navigate.
How to Free Ilora
To free Ilora, you need to retrieve the key from the Warden’s Room. Head to the end of the hallway, climb the crates, and jump to the adjacent platform. Enter the passageway above and break through the boards on your right to access the Warden’s Room. The key is right beside the door. Whether you save Ilora or not, use the key to unlock the adjacent cell to acquire the Deerskin Gloves.
What Happens If You Don’t Free Ilora in Avowed?
Choosing not to free Ilora makes Fort Northreach much more challenging and complicates the "Escape Plan" quest later on. Additionally, you'll end up confronting Ilora as an enemy, further increasing the difficulty of escaping the fort. On the upside, defeating her allows you to loot her body, gaining some ill-gotten gains.
In conclusion, freeing Ilora in Avowed is the recommended choice for a smoother and more rewarding gameplay experience.
Avowed is available now.
