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In *Avowed*, you'll face a critical decision during the main quest "A Path to the Garden" where you must choose whether to attack or spare Captain Aelfyr. If you recall her involvement in the burning of Fior Mes Inverno and her subsequent gloating, the temptation for vengeance is strong. This choice not only affects the narrative but also impacts the rewards you can obtain.

Should You Attack or Spare Captain Aelfyr in Avowed?

When faced with the decision, the best course of action in *Avowed* is to attack Captain Aelfyr. This choice grants you access to exclusive loot, including the coveted Death Knight Gloves, which you wouldn't be able to acquire otherwise.

Death Knight Gloves & Other Rewards for Attacking Aelfyr

The Death Knight Gloves & other rewards you get in Avowed for correctly killing Captain Aelfyr in Avowed during 'A Path to the Garden'

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In *Avowed*, the Death Knight Gloves are a valuable asset for players focusing on defense and elemental combat. They reduce Stamina cost by 10% when blocking and increase Frost Damage by 15%. Upon defeating Captain Aelfyr, you can loot her corpse to acquire not only the Death Knight Gloves but also:

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

If you've been neglecting gear upgrades throughout your *Avowed* journey, this is an excellent opportunity to bolster your inventory with high-quality equipment. Additionally, you'll find plenty of lootable items on the bodies of the fallen Steel Garrote soldiers.

What If You Spare Aelfyr?

Choosing to spare Captain Aelfyr yields no tangible rewards. The primary benefit of sparing her is avoiding a challenging battle against her and her Steel Garrote allies, which can be particularly tough on normal difficulty due to the presence of aggressive melee fighters and healing mages. If your character is under-leveled, you can adjust the game's difficulty to ease the encounter.

Your decision to kill or spare Aelfyr will slightly affect Giata's mood, making her happier if you attack Aelfyr and more anxious if you spare her. However, these changes have minimal impact beyond a few minor conversations.

Given the benefits, it's advisable to attack and kill Captain Aelfyr in *Avowed*. As you continue your adventure, consider whether you should give Keipo the Leviathan Heart during the "Heart of Valor" side quest for additional loot. Also, take a look at the full list of *Avowed*'s main and side missions to plan your next steps.