The Gilded Gauntlet Side quest
- Location
- Maragir
- Region
- Maragir Wealds
- Missable
- Yes
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
It seems Ambrus has tired of my interrupting his plans – I should see what he intends to do about it.
- Type
- Side quest
- Starts
- Maragir
- Time cost
- 4 time units
- Time of day
- Night
- Reward
- 500 XP
- Steps
- 11 steps, 5 on the map
The Gilded Gauntlet Walkthrough
5 of the 11 objectives for The Gilded Gauntlet are pinned on the map below, 4 of them optional. The numbers on the map match the numbered steps.
How to start The Gilded Gauntlet
- StartsBegins in Maragir.
- Time cost4 time units
- Time of dayNight only
- Can be failedYes — it has a failure ending, so the coronation deadline can take it from you.
The Gilded Gauntlet step by step
One marker covers an area to search rather than an exact spot.
- Travel to MaragirDay & Night
Something is happening in Maragir, I should go and check it out.
Search area on the map - Investigate the scene1 time unitDay & Night
Ambrus has displayed someone's corpse in the middle of Maragir. I must see what's going on.
Search area on the map — pin 1 - Meet Iulian Codrin at his hunting lodge1 time unitOptionalDay & Night
I've received an invitation from Ambrus's vassal, Iulian Codrin. He wants to talk about something important before I accept Ambrus's challenge.
- Show up for the duel with Ambrus2 time unitsTime-sensitiveNight
Ambrus challenged me to a duel – we shall meet by the old bell on a hill near Maragir.
Pinned on the map - Ring the bell at night to summon AmbrusTime-sensitiveNight
Ambrus will arrive once I ring the old bell – at night, of course.
Pinned on the map — pin 4 - Follow Iulian's planOptionalDay & Night
Iulian Codrin presented a plan that will help me win the duel with Ambrus. It might be worth carrying out.
- Return to Iulian if you change your mindOptionalDay & Night
I told Codrin I wasn't interested in his plan, but should I change my mind, he'll be there.
- Show up for the duel on timeOptionalTime-sensitiveDay & Night
Iulian's blood is poisoned – I don't have much time now. I need to fight Ambrus before he realises what we've done.
- Defeat AmbrusDay & Night
It's time to end this – I need to win the duel with the boyar.
- Decide Ambrus's fateDay & Night
It's time to make the decision about what becomes of Ambrus now.
- Discover what Ambrus is planningDay & Night
I have an eerie feeling Ambrus is up to something… And knowing him, it’s nothing good.
Pinned on the map
The Gilded Gauntlet rewards
On completion
- 500 XP
- 1 skill point(s)
Show the 2 endings — spoilers
Every way The Gilded Gauntlet can end, in the game's own words. Read on only if you want it spoiled.
- Ending 1
Ambrus is dead. Good riddance.
Rewards: 500 XP, 1 skill point(s)
- Ending 2Failure
I had no time to deal with Brencis's boyars one by one. If Ambrus stands in my way, he'll die in the castle.
Where The Gilded Gauntlet takes place
The Gilded Gauntlet is a Side quest in The Blood of Dawnwalker with 1 playable version(s). The Gilded Gauntlet takes place around Maragir. The Gilded Gauntlet has 11 objectives, 4 of them optional. 5 of the objectives in The Gilded Gauntlet are pinned on the world map, so you can see where each step happens. The Gilded Gauntlet has 2 possible endings.
See Also
Your Dawnwalker Guide, In-Game
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The Gilded Gauntlet FAQ
How do you complete The Gilded Gauntlet?
The Gilded Gauntlet runs to 11 objectives. It opens with "Travel to Maragir" and finishes with "Discover what Ambrus is planning". The full list, with map pins and time costs, is in the walkthrough above.
How long does The Gilded Gauntlet take?
The Gilded Gauntlet spends 4 time units off the story clock across its 11 objectives.
Should I do The Gilded Gauntlet by day or by night?
The Gilded Gauntlet is only available during Night.
How do I start The Gilded Gauntlet?
The Gilded Gauntlet begins around Maragir — start from the first objective in the walkthrough above.
What are the objectives of The Gilded Gauntlet?
The Gilded Gauntlet has 11 objectives: Travel to Maragir, Investigate the scene, Meet Iulian Codrin at his hunting lodge, Show up for the duel with Ambrus, Ring the bell at night to summon Ambrus, Follow Iulian's plan, Return to Iulian if you change your mind, Show up for the duel on time, Defeat Ambrus, Decide Ambrus's fate, Discover what Ambrus is planning. Optional and time-sensitive steps are marked in the objective list.
Where do the objectives of The Gilded Gauntlet take place?
5 of the 11 objectives in The Gilded Gauntlet have a marked location, in and around Maragir Wealds. The numbered map above matches the objective list.
What are the rewards for The Gilded Gauntlet?
Completing The Gilded Gauntlet rewards 500 XP, 1 skill point(s).
How many endings does The Gilded Gauntlet have?
The Gilded Gauntlet has 2 endings in the game files, 1 of them failures.
Is The Gilded Gauntlet missable?
Missable: Yes. On the 30-day clock most quests can time out; the start block of the walkthrough above says whether this one has a failure ending.