Strategic Importance of Rats in Shar's Gauntlet
The rats within Shar's Gauntlet are central to the dilemma of Yurgir, an Orthon. They are the last remaining targets preventing the fulfillment of his infernal contract.
Approaches to Yurgir and the Rats:
- Contract Fulfillment via Rat Elimination: Locating and eliminating all rats, including the final one (typically a metamorphosed Dark Justiciar), satisfies Yurgir's contract. This path often allows for a peaceful resolution with Yurgir, securing an Umbral Gem without direct combat.
- Direct Combat with Yurgir: Players can opt to defeat Yurgir in battle to acquire his Umbral Gem.
- Flexible Engagement: The rat extermination quest can be pursued as an alternative to fighting Yurgir, or it can be completed even if Yurgir is confronted and defeated directly. The order is generally not restrictive.
Objective: Umbral Gem Acquisition: Regardless of the method chosen—assisting Yurgir with the rats or engaging him in combat—the primary outcome is the acquisition of an Umbral Gem. This gem is essential for progression within the Gauntlet of Shar. Players can typically secure all available rewards related to this scenario through either approach.
