Darle's Fate in Avowed: Stop or Support in 'Fires in the Mine' Quest?

In *Avowed*, the side quest 'Fires in the Mine' presents players with a critical decision: whether to stop or support Darle in his plan to blow up the mine. Each choice carries its own set of rewards, and understanding the implications can help you make the most beneficial decision for your playthrough.

Should You Stop or Support Darle in Avowed 'Fires in the Mine' Quest?

For the optimal rewards in *Avowed*, stopping Darle from detonating the mine is the best choice. While supporting Darle still yields a substantial amount of XP, the total rewards for thwarting his plan, including XP, money, additional loot, and narrative impact, make it the superior decision.

What You Get for Supporting Darle

By supporting Darle and allowing him to blow up the mine in *Avowed*, you will receive 1026 XP upon completing the mission after conversing with Kada and Seyon. Normally, you would also receive money, but this is forfeited as the mine's destruction hampers the sulfur mining efforts crucial for defense against the Dreamthralls. Attempting to deceive others about the incident won't change the outcome; the relationship between the Aedyrans and Thirdborn will become more strained.

Rewards for Stopping & Killing Darle

Choosing to stop Darle in *Avowed's* 'Fires in the Mine' quest rewards you with 212 XP for the kill, and an additional 879 XP after debriefing with the mining officials, totaling 1091 XP—65 more than supporting him. Moreover, Seynon and Kada will reward you with 900 coins for your efforts. Before leaving the mine, you can also loot Darle's corpse for valuable items:

• Blackwood Branch (Superb Upgrade Material)
• Wild Mushroom Stew (Prepared Food)
• Beetle Pie (Prepared Food) x2

While the food items are minor, the Blackwood Branch is a significant bonus for weapon and armor upgrades. Additionally, stopping Darle helps maintain the relationship between Thirdborn and the Aedyrans, adding depth to the game's narrative. From a gameplay standpoint, stopping Darle is the most advantageous choice.

Now that you understand the best decision to make at the end of 'Fires in the Mine' in *Avowed*, explore all 12 Treasure Map locations to uncover exclusive gear. If you've been grinding XP for your godlike, discover the max level in *Avowed* to see how powerful they can become.