What Do I Do with Tanith After Killing Rykard?
After Slaying Rykard
After defeating Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy, you’ll receive his Great Rune and Remembrance of the Blasphemous. When you approach Tanith, she will thank you for demonstrating the Lord’s weakness and plan to leave Volcano Manor.
What Happens Next?
There are two possible outcomes: completing the Volcano Manor questline or declining Tanith’s request.
Complete the Volcano Manor Questline
If you proceed with the questline, you’ll continue to unlock more areas and encounters with NPCs. The path you took to reach Rykard will remain open, and you can still interact with other characters and receive their quests.
Decline Tanith’s Request
However, if you choose to decline Tanith’s request, you’ll effectively lock yourself out of all further quests in Volcano Manor. This decision is final, and you’ll be unable to revisit the area or complete any outstanding quests.
Consequences of Declining Tanith’s Request
Table: Consequences of Declining Tanith’s Request
| Consequence | Description |
|---|---|
| Locked Quests | Unable to complete any outstanding quests in Volcano Manor. |
| No Further Progress | Stuck in the story and unable to advance through the game. |
| Locked Areas | Some areas or rooms in Volcano Manor may become inaccessible. |
Alternative Scenarios
If you’ve already defeated Rykard but declined Tanith’s request, you can try some alternative scenarios to bypass this outcome:
- Rykard’s Return: Sometimes, Rykard will reappear in other areas, allowing you to revive the questline and continue progressing.
- Glitches or Exploits: Rarely, a glitch or exploit may enable you to bypass the consequence and continue the story.
- New Game+: Restarting the game with New Game+ can often restore the original story and allow you to continue playing through Volcano Manor.
Conclusion
After killing Rykard, Tanith’s request to leave Volcano Manor offers two choices: complete the questline or decline the request. While completing the questline allows you to progress through the story, declining Tanith’s request can have significant consequences. Carefully consider your options to avoid locking yourself out of important quests and areas.