In *Avowed*, you face a critical decision during the mainline quest "A Path to the Garden" when you encounter Captain Aelfyr. This choice becomes particularly poignant if she played a role in the devastating fire at Fior Mes Inverno earlier in the game. Her smug demeanor and Giata's anger towards her might fuel your desire for revenge. Moreover, your decision impacts your access to exclusive loot, adding another layer to your choice.

Should You Attack or Spare Captain Aelfyr in Avowed?

When faced with the decision, opting to attack Captain Aelfyr is highly recommended in *Avowed*. This choice not only serves your sense of justice but also grants you access to a significant amount of unique loot that you would miss out on otherwise. The highlight of this loot is the coveted Death Knight Gloves.

Death Knight Gloves & Other Rewards for Attacking Aelfyr

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In *Avowed*, the Death Knight Gloves are a valuable asset for defenders and elemental fighters, offering a -10% Stamina cost reduction while Blocking and a 15% increase to Frost Damage. After defeating Captain Aelfyr, you can loot her body to acquire these gloves along with other items that will bolster your inventory:

• Garnet (Gem)
• Silver Fenning coins x26
• Exceptional Scale Armor (+0/3)
• Exceptional Great Sword (+0/3)

If you haven't been focusing on gear upgrades throughout your *Avowed* journey, seizing this opportunity to acquire Exceptional Quality armor and weapons can significantly enhance your character. Additionally, you can loot the bodies of the fallen Steel Garrote soldiers for further rewards.

What If You Spare Aelfyr?

Choosing to spare Captain Aelfyr does not yield any tangible rewards. On normal difficulty, engaging in combat with her and her Steel Garrote soldiers presents a formidable challenge, with aggressive melee fighters and healing mages. Thus, avoiding this battle could be considered a reward in itself. If your character is under-leveled, you might want to temporarily reduce the game's difficulty to ease the fight.

Your decision to kill or spare Aelfyr will slightly affect Giata's mood, making her happier if Aelfyr is killed and more anxious if spared. However, the impact on the storyline remains minimal, affecting only a few minor conversations.

Given the benefits, it's advisable to attack and kill Captain Aelfyr in *Avowed*. As you continue your journey, you'll face more choices, such as whether to give Keipo the Leviathan Heart during the side quest "Heart of Valor," which offers substantial additional loot. To get a full understanding of what lies ahead, explore the complete list of *Avowed's* main and side missions.