One thrilling way players discover secrets in *Avowed* involves hunting down treasure maps scattered across the world. In Dawnshore, the game's starting zone, adventurers can uncover Captain Henqua's Spoils treasure map. Here's our guide to claiming this buried bounty.
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Locating Captain Henqua's Spoils Treasure Map in Avowed
The treasure hunt begins at the lighthouse west of Calviger's Landing. After reaching The Living Lands, navigate southward through the region until you spot this coastal landmark.
Ascend the lighthouse using surrounding scaffolds and platforms, carefully traversing the exterior structures. Your climb will be rewarded at the summit where Captain Henqua's cryptic map awaits discovery.
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Unearthing Captain Henqua's Spoils in Avowed
With map in hand, descend from the lighthouse and follow the nearby river northward until encountering a collapsed bridge northeast of Old Pargrun Wall, near the Western Pargrun Wall Beacon fast travel point.
Proceed to the structure's southern edge and descend to the riverbed. Swim westward through an underwater passage revealing a hidden cavern. Upon reaching dry land, you'll discover a treasure chest containing Wind and Wave - a unique shield with remarkable capabilities.
Wind and Wave Shield Abilities in Avowed
This Superb-quality shield offers two powerful enhancements: 10% increased movement speed and 20% resistance to Frost Accumulation. As one of Dawnshore's most formidable early-game shields, Wind and Wave can be upgraded to Legendary status using rare materials including Glasswood Branches and Adra Ban.
That concludes our guide to discovering Captain Henqua's Spoils in *Avowed*.
Avowed is currently available on PC and Xbox platforms.
