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 moral dilemma: should you stop or support Darle's plan to blow up the mine? Both choices come with their own set of rewards, impacting the game in terms of XP, money, loot, and narrative progression.

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

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For the best overall rewards in your *Avowed* playthrough, stopping Darle from blowing up the mine is the superior choice. Although supporting Darle will still net you a significant amount of XP, the total package you receive for thwarting his plan—including XP, money, extra loot, and narrative benefits—makes stopping him the better option by a wide margin.

What You Get for Supporting Darle

If you choose to support Darle in *Avowed's* Fires in the Mine and allow him to execute his explosive plan, you will earn 1026 XP upon completing the mission after speaking with Kada and Seyon. Normally, you would also receive money, but by jeopardizing their sulfur mining initiative, which is crucial for defense against the Dreamthralls, you forfeit this financial reward.

You might attempt to deceive others about the circumstances leading to the mine's destruction, but the end result remains unchanged. This decision will further strain the relationship between the Aedyrans and Thirdborn.

Rewards for Stopping & Killing Darle

Opting to stop Darle in *Avowed's* Fires in the Mine side quest yields immediate rewards. You'll earn 212 XP for defeating him, followed by an additional 879 XP after debriefing with the mining officials, totaling 1091 XP—65 more than you'd get for supporting him.

Moreover, stopping Darle nets you 900 coins from Seyon and Kada. Before leaving the mine, you can loot Darle's corpse for:

• 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 valuable addition for upgrading weapons and armor. Additionally, stopping Darle helps maintain the relationship between Thirdborn and the Aedyrans, which is beneficial if you value the game's narrative elements.

From a gameplay perspective, stopping Darle's plan is the optimal choice, offering a better combination of rewards and narrative impact.

Now that you know the best decision to make at the end of Fires in the Mine in *Avowed*, consider exploring all 12 Treasure Map locations for exclusive gear. If you're focused on leveling up your character, find out what the max level in *Avowed* is to understand the full potential of your godlike.