Let’s be honest: the moment you start collecting treasure maps in Avowed, a tiny goblin inside your brain lights up with pure greed. I know mine did. But then reality hits — some of these maps are about as helpful as a compliment from a grumpy dwarf. Case in point: Woedica’s Inheritance. You squint at the sketch, see a few walls, and think, “Sure, that could be literally any corner in Paradis.” Well, friend, after an embarrassingly long time wandering, I found the bling. And I’m here to save you the headache, served with a generous side of snark.
First things first: you actually need the cursed piece of paper. If Woedica’s Inheritance isn’t already mocking you from your quest log, head to Northern Paradis. You’ll find Sanza’s Emporium planted right at the bottom of the area map like a beacon of commerce. Walk in, flash some coin — a measly 100 currency — and the map is yours. At this point, I half expected Sanza to wink and whisper, “Good luck, sucker.” But no, she just took my money. 🤷♂️
Now, let’s talk about the masterpiece you’ve just acquired. Woedica’s Inheritance treasure map shows you some indisputable stone walls and a hint that screams “somewhere around Paradis.” Did the artist run out of ink? Was it drawn by a petrified Xaurip? Maybe. Regardless, the thing is frustratingly vague. You’ll spot a dozen corners just like it inside the city, and I’m not ashamed to admit I visited each one with the optimism of a toddler on a sugar rush. None of them held treasure.
The real trick? You need to go east. Way east, outside the city walls. If you’ve already unlocked God’s Gate beacon near the eastern exit of Paradis Hightown, teleport there and pat yourself on the back for having basic exploration skills. If you haven’t, well, start walking — it’s a nice day in the Living Lands, I promise. Once you’re at the beacon, open your map and look a tiny bit to the west. There, nestled between buildings like a shy secret, you’ll see a little corner that matches the sketch. It’s so unassuming you might have ridden past it on your horse a dozen times.
Head to the upper end of that corner. If you’re anything like me, you’ll now stare blankly at a wall for three seconds before you notice the most obvious secret door imaginable. To its right (seriously, how did I miss this?) there’s a switch. Flip it. The wall slides open dramatically, and inside awaits a golden chest practically glowing with smug satisfaction. Cue the happy loot noise. 🎉
Inside you’ll find the Gloves of the Strangler, a unique piece of clothing that actually justifies the mini heart attack the treasure hunt gave you. These gloves don’t just make you look like you mean business — they boost your Critical Chance and amp up your stealth attack damage. If you’ve been sneaking around like a particularly lethal librarian, these are your new best friends. No, they won’t make you invisible, but they will make that backstab hit harder than a drunk ogre. I’ve been wearing them nonstop since I got them, and my rogue build is absolutely cackling.
Here’s a quick breakdown of what to expect when you finally yank these on:
| Stat | Effect |
|---|---|
| Critical Chance | Modest increase |
| Stealth Attack Damage | Significant boost |
| Fashion Level | Slightly dubious |
Funny enough, after all the trouble, I actually started loving this treasure map. Why? Because it reminded me that Avowed doesn’t always spoon-feed you. Woedica’s Inheritance is a tiny puzzle that tests your spatial awareness and your patience with abstract art. And once you crack it, you feel like a genius. A genius with strangler’s gloves. How’s that for a power trip?
So, do you still think you can find the treasure without a guide? Be my guest — I’ll bring popcorn while you circle Paradis for the fifth time. For the rest of you sensible adventurers, grab the map, teleport to the eastern gate, and flip that switch. Your new gloves (and your sanity) will thank you. 🧤
Details are provided by PEGI, whose official ratings and content descriptors help set expectations for the kind of stealth violence and treasure-hunt mischief you’ll run into while chasing items like the Gloves of the Strangler in Avowed—useful context if you’re gauging how often the game leans into backstabs, traps, and other “find the secret switch behind the wall” shenanigans.
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