Mastering the Avowed Totem of Perseverance: Complete Guide

The Avowed avowed totem of perseverance represents one of the most rewarding collectible quests in Obsidian Entertainment's fantasy RPG. As we move into 2025, players continue to discover the strategic advantages of completing this powerful artifact that grants significant combat bonuses in the treacherous region of Galawain's Tusks.

Located throughout the sprawling wilderness and ancient ruins of the region, the seven fragments of the Totem of Perseverance offer a challenging scavenger hunt that rewards persistence with substantial character buffs. Let's explore where to find each piece and what benefits you'll gain once the totem is assembled.

Starting Your Quest: The Totem Base

The foundation of your collection begins with the Totem Base, found at the Shrine to Galawain in the northeastern section of Twinedwood. Be prepared for a fight – the shrine is guarded by two formidable ogres, Congasar and Crusta, along with numerous skeletal enemies.

To reach this location:

1. Travel to the Twinedwood North Beacon

2. Head east until you reach the shrine entrance

3. Proceed up the western stairs to discover the Totem Base

Once you've secured the base, you can begin your hunt for the six remaining fragments.

The Six Fragments: Locations and Strategies

1. Antler of the Persevering Stag

This fragment is hidden beneath the Bridge to the Garden in the southeastern corner of the map. You'll likely encounter this location during the main quest "Our Dreams Divide Us Still," making it an efficient pickup during story progression.

To find it:

• Travel to Twinedwood South Beacon

• Head east to the bridge leading to the Godless Tower

• Drop down to the platforms on the right side of the bridge

• Collect the Antler beside a corpse

2. Hunter's Arrows of Slaying

Located in the Slumbering Fields in the southwestern region, this fragment is concealed within an overgrown tower.

Your path:

• Start at the Slumbering Fields Beacon

• Walk downhill and turn right through a stone archway

• Follow the path until reaching a fork, then take the left path uphill

• Look for the overgrown tower on your left

• Jump across terrain to find a hole in the tower's side

• The Arrows await inside an opened chest

3. Hunter's Arrows of Surviving

This fragment requires a more complex journey to the Lost Village in the northeastern region.

Follow these steps:

• Begin at the Primordial Depths North Beacon

• Take the northern path across broken platforms over lava

• Enter the cave ahead and navigate through the lava-filled room

• Climb the terrain on the left side and cross platforms to find another path

• Exit the cave and follow the path to a three-way fork

• Take the middle path to discover the Arrows inside a building

4. Antler of the Pursued Stag

Located near the previous fragment, this piece requires Yatzli in your party to dispel an illusion blocking a cave entrance.

To obtain it:

• From the Hunter's Arrows of Surviving location, return to the cave exit

• Take the right path to find an illusion concealing a cave entrance

• Have Yatzli dispel the illusion with her ability

• Enter the cave and follow the left path

• Use a fire attack to burn away vines blocking your way

• Collect the Antler from the building inside

5. Wolf's Pelt Trophy

This fragment sits atop one of the buildings at the Ash Forest Outpost in the northwestern region.

Your approach:

• Travel to the Ash Forest Beacon

• Head northwest to the southernmost building at the outpost

• Follow the path south of the building and climb the terrain

• Navigate carefully around traps inside

• Climb to the roof via a giant boulder and ceiling hole

• Find the Pelt in the southeastern corner near some crates

6. Hunter's Arrows of Seeking

The final piece awaits at Mt. Forja Summit, accessible by progressing through the Mt. Forja Mines dungeon during the "Our Dreams Divide Us Still" main quest.

To retrieve it:

• Reach the summit through the mines

• Head to the southern edge to find climbable terrain

• Follow the path to discover the Arrows

Assembling the Totem and Reaping Its Benefits

With all seven pieces collected, return to your party camp and visit the Totem Shrine to assemble the Huntmaster's Spoils. When activated, this powerful totem grants six impressive buffs:

1. Quarry to Slaughter: 75% increased damage against prone enemies

2. Bloodied Hands: Critical hits apply high bleed accumulation

3. Hunting Howl: Second Wind automatically casts Barbaric Shout

4. In Victory's Raiment: Killing an enemy provides 4% damage reduction for 10 seconds

5. The Changeling's Power: +2 Might, +2 Constitution

6. On Victory's Heels: Killing an enemy grants 20% increased movement speed for 10 seconds

The Avowed avowed totem of perseverance stands as one of the most valuable collectibles in the game, offering substantial combat advantages that can dramatically alter your gameplay experience. While the journey to collect all fragments is challenging, the rewards make this quest well worth the effort for any serious player in 2025.

Remember that you can only have one god totem active at a time, so choose wisely based on your character build and playstyle. For those focusing on aggressive combat styles that benefit from critical hits and movement speed, the Totem of Perseverance provides an exceptional complement to your abilities.

Have you completed your Totem of Perseverance yet? Which buff has proven most valuable in your adventures through the Living Lands?