The Steel Resolve quest in Avowed presents players with one of the most extensive side adventures, primarily due to its requirement to traverse vast segments of the game world. In this quest, players are tasked with uncovering a traitor within the ranks of the rangers while facing critical moral decisions. The choices made throughout the journey significantly shape the narrative experience, and upon successful completion, players are rewarded with a coveted firearm known as the One Last Trick.
How to Initiate the Steel Resolve Quest in Avowed
To embark on the Steel Resolve quest, players should locate Ranger Acierno at the Ranger Headquarters, situated within the Emerald Stair region, east of Fior Mes Iverno. It’s important to note that this quest becomes available only if the Ancient Soil main quest has not yet been completed.
After meeting with Ranger Acierno, you will be directed to investigate the case of the missing rangers by interviewing two key suspects: Ranger Casagrada and Ranger Dorso.
Rescue Ranger Verano from the Bandit Camp
Your first objective is to reach the Fior docks and converse with Ranger Casagrada, who will recount the circumstances surrounding his partner Ranger Verano’s potential capture while exploring a bandit-infested area near an abandoned house.
Proceed to the designated bandit camp location where you must face a series of bandits, culminating in a confrontation with Big Wylie Tranton and his clan of dwarven warriors. Ensure to loot the fallen foes, as this serves as part of a bounty quest.
Upon defeating the enemies, you can use a freeze spell or bomb to liberate Ranger Verano from captivity, completing this aspect of the Steel Resolve investigation.
Explore the Ogre’s Cave & Locate a Root-Strangled Tree
Next, travel to the entrance of Fior Mes Iverno to meet Ranger Dorso, who will instruct you to investigate an Ogre Cave located in the Grim Wetlands.
As you approach the cave, you will encounter a locked door equipped with an electrical mechanism. To unlock it, break the boards to your right to expose a panel that can be activated using electric bombs or spells; the second panel is found on the opposite rock face.
After activating both panels, ascend the wooden platforms and engage in combat with the ogre boss, Ulrask. Expect additional minions to spawn during the fight, so prioritize eliminating them to focus on the boss. Once Ulrask is defeated, interact with the body in the cave to collect the Journal of Ranger Monato.
Following this, players should search for a root-strangled tree in the Wildwoods. Upon arrival, you’ll notice some foes near the tree; however, you can bypass them to check inside the roots at the rear, where the Clandestine Note can be discovered.
Should You Confront or Redeem Ranger Dorso?
Choosing to spare her may lead to negative consequences in terms of story progression and companion relations. Thus, it is often recommended to deliver swift justice by defeating her in battle. After her defeat, salvage her body for a unique dagger and additional loot.
Completing this encounter unlocks a secret objective that involves entering the Waterfall Cave nearby, influencing the fate of Fior Mes Iverno in future events.
Finally, return to the Ranger Headquarters to relay the outcome to Ranger Acierno. No matter how you choose to communicate your findings, Ranger Massoni will reward you with the coveted One Last Trick, a distinctive Arquebus, signifying the completion of the Steel Resolve quest.
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