Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is a dark, open-world adventure game where your choices shape the story. One of the biggest decisions comes in the “Shadow of the Horns” quest in the Horns of the South region. You must choose to kill either Galahad, a powerful knight from Camelot, or Captain Breandán and One Eye, leaders of a southern rebellion. This guide explains who they are, what happens with each choice, and how to decide, using clear language for everyone.
Warning: This guide has spoilers for Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon. Read only if you’re past the Horns of the South or don’t mind story details.
Who Are These Characters?
- Galahad: A knight from Camelot, called “the Pure,” who wants to control the Horns of the South. He’s loyal to King Arthur but has a brutal reputation for burning villages to stop rebellion. He believes order is the only way to save Avalon from chaos.
- Captain Breandán: The leader of the Keepers, a group meant to protect the South. He’s betrayed Camelot and allied with One Eye to fight for the South’s freedom.
- One Eye: A leader of the Dal Riata, the southern tribes. He wants to unite the tribes against Camelot and reveal its dark secrets, but he’s manipulative and has his own agenda.
How to Reach the Choice
In the “Shadow of the Horns” quest, Breandán asks you to kill Galahad to stop him from destroying the South. Here’s how to get there:
- After escaping the Island Asylum, travel to the Horns of the South.
- Find Breandán in the All-Mother’s Temple (do tasks for Vraan to enter or fight your way in).
- Breandán gives you a pin and sends you to the Abandoned Stronghold northwest of Archspire to kill Galahad.
- At the stronghold, show the guard the pin and say, “You see this pin? I don’t have to tell you anything. Take me to Galahad.”
- Meet Galahad and choose: tell him about Breandán’s plan or follow Breandán’s orders to kill him.
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Choice 1: Kill Galahad
If you side with Breandán and One Eye, you fight Galahad. He’s a tough opponent with strong melee and ranged attacks, so bring potions and use cover to survive.
What Happens:
- Pros:
- You get the seal to Sewal’s Crypt in the Sunken Village, where you learn dark secrets about Camelot and King Arthur’s past.
- The southern tribes trust you, and the South finds peace as Breandán unites them with the Dal Riata.
- You complete the “Shadow of the Horns” quest and get powerful loot from Galahad, like his armor (needs high strength to use).
- Cons:
- Camelot turns against you, losing you their support and making future areas harder.
- The stronghold guards attack you after killing Galahad, so you’ll need to fight your way out.
- Breandán’s shady motives might lead to risky quests later.
Tip: Use ranged attacks or stealth to weaken Galahad before the fight. Save before fighting, as some players report a bug where you die instantly after killing him.
Choice 2: Kill Breandán and One Eye
If you side with Galahad, you tell him about Breandán’s plot and go to the All-Mother’s Temple to kill Breandán and One Eye. Galahad’s troops help, making the fight easier.
What Happens:
- Pros:
- You’re named interim captain of the Keepers, gaining authority and Camelot’s trust.
- You get access to Camelot’s military secrets and reinforcements for future battles.
- The Horns of the South returns to order under Camelot’s control.
- The “Shadow of the Horns” quest fails, but you start a new quest, “Shuffling the Deck.”
- Cons:
- You can’t enter Sewal’s Crypt, missing key story details about Camelot’s lies.
- The southern tribes won’t unite or trust you, limiting alliances.
- Galahad’s harsh methods may clash with players who want a kinder path.
Tip: Let Galahad’s troops handle most of the fighting at the temple. Talk to Faerghas afterward to become interim captain.
What If You Avoid the Choice?
Some players try to skip the choice by pulling Excalibur early with strong potions, but this isn’t recommended. You’ll miss important story details and conversations with Arthur, and it can feel like you’re stuck.
Another bad option is killing Galahad and then refusing Breandán’s plan. This turns the South hostile, locks you out of forging the gong needed for the main quest, and breaks the region’s story, making it feel like a mistake.
Which Choice Is Better?
There’s no “right” choice—it depends on what you value:
- Kill Galahad if you want to uncover Camelot’s secrets, support the southern tribes, and don’t mind fighting Camelot later. This fits players who like rebellion and exploring hidden truths.
- Kill Breandán and One Eye if you want Camelot’s support, a leadership role, and a safer path through the game. This suits players who prefer order and traditional alliances.
Both paths let you claim Excalibur, but they change how NPCs and factions treat you. Save before deciding so you can try both if you want. You can talk to Arthur at your campfire, but his memory is foggy, so he won’t help much.
Easy Tips
- Prepare for Fights: Bring health potions and use cover. Galahad is harder than Breandán and One Eye, so level up your combat skills first.
- Explore Sewal’s Crypt: If you side with Breandán, visit the crypt in the Sunken Village to learn key story details.
- Save Often: Save before talking to Galahad or Breandán to test both outcomes without restarting.
- Check Loot: Galahad’s armor is great for heavy builds, but Breandán’s path offers story rewards.
Final Thoughts
In Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, choosing to kill Galahad or Breandán and One Eye in the “Shadow of the Horns” quest shapes your adventure. Killing Galahad uncovers Camelot’s dark past and helps the South, but you lose Camelot’s favor.
Killing Breandán and One Eye gives you power and Camelot’s support, but you miss key secrets. Pick based on whether you value truth or order, and save first to explore both paths. Your choice will echo through Avalon’s dark world!
