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

In *Avowed*, the 'Fires in the Mine' side quest presents players with a moral and strategic dilemma: whether to support or stop Darle's plan to blow up the mine. Each choice has its own set of rewards, but when considering XP, money, loot, and narrative impact, the decision to stop Darle emerges as the most beneficial.

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

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If you're aiming for the best possible rewards in your *Avowed* playthrough, stopping Darle from blowing up the mine is the optimal choice. Although supporting him nets you a respectable amount of XP, the overall package of XP, money, additional loot, and the narrative benefits of stopping his plan make it the superior decision.

What You Get for Supporting Darle

By choosing to support Darle in *Avowed's* 'Fires in the Mine' and allowing the explosion to proceed, you will receive 1026 XP upon completing the mission after speaking with Kada and Seyon. However, this choice means forfeiting any monetary reward as it jeopardizes their sulfur mining initiative against the Dreamthralls. You might attempt to manipulate the truth about the explosion's cause, but the outcome remains unchanged, further straining the relationship between the Aedyrans and Thirdborn.

Rewards for Stopping & Killing Darle

Opting to stop Darle in the 'Fires in the Mine' side quest yields immediate rewards. You'll earn 212 XP for defeating Darle, followed by an additional 879 XP after debriefing with the mining officials, totaling 1091 XP—65 more than what you would receive for supporting him. Additionally, Seyon and Kada will reward you with 900 coins for thwarting Darle's plan. Before leaving the mine, you can also loot Darle's corpse to find:

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

While the food items are not particularly significant, the Blackwood Branch is a valuable upgrade material for your weapons and armor, adding to the already substantial benefits of stopping Darle. Furthermore, maintaining a positive relationship between the Thirdborn and the Aedyrans adds depth to the narrative, making this choice not only rewarding from a gameplay perspective but also impactful on the world of *Avowed*.

Now that you're equipped with the knowledge to make the best decision at the end of 'Fires in the Mine' in *Avowed*, consider exploring all 12 Treasure Map locations to discover exclusive gear. Additionally, if you're focused on leveling up your character, check out the max level in *Avowed* to understand the full potential of your godlike.