Early in *Avowed*, after rescuing the Ambassador and defeating a formidable bear boss during the “Message from Afar” quest, you'll encounter a mysterious voice offering you a powerful choice. This guide details the implications of accepting or rejecting this offer.
Your initial conversation with the Voice centers around your philosophy regarding the game's themes, specifically concerning injured or infected beings. The Voice then proposes a power exchange—a favor for a gift. Given the Voice's enigmatic nature, this decision is far from straightforward. Ultimately, accepting the Voice's power is generally recommended.
Rejecting the offer grants you the "Godlike's Will" ability, providing an extra ability point usable in the Fighter, Ranger, or Wizard ability trees. While beneficial, this choice pales in comparison to the alternative.
Accepting the Voice's power unlocks the "Dream Touch" ability. This allows you to heal and revive nearby allies while simultaneously inflicting damage over time on Delemgan, Dreamthralls, and Vessels. The ability costs 30 Essence and has a 90-second cooldown. This power is demonstrably superior and a unique opportunity within the game.
The long-term consequences of this choice are currently unclear. While there's no apparent major impact on the game's overall narrative at this time, this decision forms part of a larger, evolving relationship with the entity. This guide will be updated if further information emerges.
Avowed is available now.