At the beginning of Avowed, you face a pivotal decision about Ilora, a suspicious prisoner held in Fort Northreach. Your ultimate goal is to use her boat to reach Paradis, but the choice to free or leave Ilora has significant consequences on your journey.
Should You Free or Leave Ilora?
In Avowed, the choice to free Ilora is highly recommended. Not only does it align with a more compassionate approach, but it also makes your immediate challenges at Fort Northreach easier and unlocks a valuable side quest later in the game.
What Happens If You Free Ilora in Avowed?
Freeing Ilora in Avowed brings several benefits. She assists you in combating the enemies on the island, including the formidable boss, Steadman Ralke. Given your character's initial lack of strength, weapons, and armor, Ilora's help significantly eases the difficulty of the area. Moreover, freeing her sets the stage for a smoother experience with the side quest "Escape Plan" later in the game.
How to Free Ilora
To free Ilora, you need to retrieve the key from the Warden’s Room. Navigate to the end of the hallway, climb the crates, and jump across to a platform leading into a passageway. Break through the boards on your right to access the Warden’s Room. The key is conveniently located next to the door. Use it to unlock Ilora's cell and also the adjacent cell to obtain the Deerskin Gloves.
What Happens If You Don’t Free Ilora in Avowed?
Choosing not to free Ilora makes Fort Northreach much more challenging. You'll struggle more during your time there and later with the "Escape Plan" quest. Additionally, Ilora will escape and confront you, turning her into an adversary you must defeat, complicating your escape further. However, this path does allow you to loot Ilora's body, granting you additional items.
In Avowed, freeing Ilora is the optimal choice for both immediate and long-term gameplay benefits.
Avowed is available now.
