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The Dark Mistress
The Dark Mistress is a hidden story achievement tied to Xanthe, one of Brencis's lieutenants. You earn it through the main quest, and how you resolve it is up to you.
- Category
- Story
- How to unlock
- Deal with one of Brencis's lieutenants.
- Trophy
- Bronze
- Players who have it
- 47% on Steam
- Missable
- Yes, can be missed
- Hidden
- Hidden until unlocked
Unlocked by
The Cycle of LoveThe Cycle of Love is the boss quest for the boyar Xanthe, unlocked once her anger is maxed through court activities. You get into her mansion with a lantern and face her in a locked room.- XantheXanthe is the oldest of Brencis's Boyars. She rules the southeast of Vale Sangora, where she digs up ancient secrets for Brencis's army and raises his Blood Guards.
Xanthe, the Dark MistressXanthe is fought in Svartrau Cathedral at night. Her health bar names her the Dark Mistress. A blood mage Boyar, she is often called the hardest of the court fights, so go in at level 25 or higher.
Good to know
- About 47.4% of Steam players have it.
- It is hidden on Steam until you earn it.
- It is a bronze trophy on PlayStation.
- It depends on your choices, so one playthrough cannot earn every achievement.
- Dealing with Xanthe also moves your Infamy toward Throne of Thorns.
How to unlock itSpoilerShow
Guides say you can either defeat Xanthe or make a deal with her during The Cycle of Love. Either outcome counts.
TipsSpoilerShow
Drinking Xanthe's blood afterwards unlocks Blood Surge, which you need for Make It Rain.
Exact conditionSpoilerShow
Neutralise the threat Xanthe poses.
