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How to Start the Keep History Alive Quest
To begin the Keep History Alive side quest in Avowed, speak with Novice Bojan at Soreena’s Mercy.
Keep History Alive Walkthrough
Something terrible has happened to the monks at the Living Archives in Galawain’s Tusks. Investigate the situation.
Speak to Elder Grigore
Travel to The Living Archives just northeast of the Ash Forest.
As you approach the Living Archives, a cutscene will trigger.
Eliminate Every Dreamthrall at the Monastery (Optional)
While you’re recovering the books, eliminate all the enemies inside!
Retrieve the Book of Oaths
From the main entrance, head up the scaffolding on the left, and then break the wards to enter the building.
Once inside, eliminate all the enemies then head up to the third floor. Loot the Living Archives Courtyard Key on the dining table.
Next, head through the door to reach the outdoors area. After taking out the enemies, loot the Book of Oaths from the altar. Also loot Eilara’s Grimoire from the nearby chest.
Recover the Book of the Before
Head down to the first floor of the building and use the key to enter the Living Archives Courtyard. Eliminate the Dreamthralls in the courtyard, enter the room in the courtyard, and speak with Novice Dolna. She’ll ask if you’ve seen the Book of the Before and want you to bring it to her instead of the Elder.
Open the door then head straight and go up the stairs on the right. At the top, fight the enemies then take a left. On the right you’ll spot the Burned Bounty List on the floor in front of the fireplace.
You’ll learn from it that Novice Dolna is up to no good.
Head to the bottom level and finish off the enemies there. Afterward, you’ll find the Book of the Before on a table. Grab it!
Bring Book of Before to Novice Dolna
Return to Dolna. If you give her the Burned Bounty List, you’ll receive 1,800 gold. If you hand over the book, she’ll tell you to find her in Solace when this all blows over and she’ll reward you.
Exit the monastery and speak with Elder Grigore. Tell him you gave the Book of the Before to Dolna and you’ll receive 2,100 gold. If you lie to him, you’ll still receive the same amount.
Travel to Solace Keep and speak with Dolna near the Quartermaster. She’ll give you 1,800 gold.
Bring Book of Before to Elder Grigore
Return to Elder Grigore. Give him the Burned Bounty List, which he’ll pass along to the guards, and the book. You’ll receive 2,100 gold.
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