Complete the Conflict in Conviction Quest Guide – Starfield: Shattered Space Gameplay Tips

In *Starfield: Shattered Space*, players must navigate the allegiances of the three pivotal houses within House Va’ruun to gain access to the Scaled Citadel. One of these houses is House Veth’aal, located at The Keep in Va’ruun’kai.

The leader of House Veth’aal, Viktor, discloses that his son Vaeric has renounced his claim, branding him a traitor deserving of death. To win House Veth’aal’s support, you are tasked with finding Vaeric and determining his fate as part of the Conflict in Conviction Quest.

1. Conflict in Conviction Quest – Shattered Space DLC

In the *Shattered Space DLC* for *Starfield*, the Conflict in Conviction Quest entails Viktor from House Veth’aal assigning you the task of locating Vaeric and deciding his fate.

You can choose to spare Vaeric’s life and take his Signet Ring for Viktor, persuade him to return home, or confront him. After making your choice, return to Viktor with either the Signet Ring or Vaeric himself to wrap up the quest and secure an alliance with House Veth’aal.

Follow this guide to find Vaeric and complete the Conflict in Conviction quest in *Shattered Space*.

1. Starting the Quest

After completing your conversation with Viktor at The Keep, head over to Herald’s Rest, a well-known bar in Dazra where Vaeric was frequently seen.
Inside, there are three key NPCs marked with objectives. Attempt to persuade them to disclose Vaeric’s location. Even if your persuasion attempts fail, the third NPC will mention that Vaeric has a friend, Tane, who might know where he is.
Luckily, Tane is expected to arrive soon. After a short wait, Tane shows up at Herald’s Rest, identifiable by his distinct facial and neck tattoos.
Tane tells you he can track Vaeric using a device, and he’ll share the location for 1,000 Credits. Paying Tane is the easiest and only option.

2. Tracking Vaeric’s Location

Now that your mission objective is to “Search northwest of Dazra” for Vaeric, fast travel to the Keep Armory to receive the Tracker from Tane.
As you travel northwest, keep an eye on the “Distance to Target” alerts on the upper right of your screen to monitor your proximity. Move towards the central cliffs, identified by two tall structures, leading you to Hamadi Station.
Although the primary path is blocked, take the narrow trail to the right. The final leg of your journey will require some cliff jumps, ultimately leading you to the Abandoned Camp.
Upon reaching the camp, your objective will shift to “Examine the Camp,” indicating the next phase of your mission.

3. Examining the Abandoned Camp

Once you arrive at the Abandoned Camp, search the area for four key clues:

Inside the tent: Vaeric’s Camp Log Entry #1 and a Tracker on the table.
Next to the bed: Vaeric’s Camp Log Entry #2.
At the digging site: Visible footprints.
Beside the tent: Bloodstains on a nearby boulder.

After your investigation, three level 49 Foul Vortex Horrors will ambush you and Tane.

These foes are quick and aggressive, employing energy manipulation abilities, teleporting to you while executing powerful melee strikes.
Keeping your distance is vital to defeating these Vortex Horrors, as their long-range attacks are significantly weaker. Note that Tane may get knocked down quickly, rendering him ineffective in the fight.
Upon defeating the Vortex Horrors, update Tane on your findings, which will initiate a manual tracking of Vaeric by following his footprints.

4. Searching Irina’s Farm

Follow the quest markers leading you to Irina’s Farm. When questioned, Irina initially denies having information about Vaeric’s location.
However, you can reveal her secrets by offering 1,000 credits, passing a medicine skill check, intimidating her, or scouring the farm for clues.
Regardless of the approach, you’ll learn that Vaeric has moved to an abandoned farm further north. New quest markers will direct you there for further investigation.
Check Vaeric’s computer logs and obtain Vaeric’s Log from the table upstairs. As you exit to share your findings with Tane, Vaeric unexpectedly appears, admitting he’s been living on the farm and taking care of animals.

5. Deciding Vaeric’s Fate

When you engage in conversation with Vaeric, you can either confront him aggressively or approach with empathy. You have the option to emphasize his father’s desire for execution, leading to a potentially fatal end.
However, by listening to Vaeric, you’ll uncover his motivations: he seeks independence from his father’s political legacy and wishes to carve out his own destiny, unshackled from family obligations.
Though he feels guilty about the pain caused to his father, Vaeric remains resolute in declining the heirship of House Veth’aal.
After exhausting dialogue choices, here are the options available to decide Vaeric’s fate:

Persuade (Neutral Outcome)	Kill (Worst Outcome)	Spare (Best Outcome)
Complete multiple Persuasion checks, and Vaeric will recognize his hasty actions after Vashti’s demise, agreeing to return with you. Viktor will be displeased, but Luther and Vitoria will advocate for forgiveness, leading to a joyful family reunion. However, you’ll forfeit some credits.	Eliminate Vaeric (and possibly Tane) to claim the House Veth’aal Signet Ring. Viktor will be satisfied, rewarding you with 1,000 credits and XP. However, Vitoria and Luther will be upset. Note that killing Tane is entirely unnecessary.	Grant Vaeric his freedom from House Veth’aal while still obtaining the Signet Ring, deceiving Viktor into believing his son has perished. Additionally, you can collect 10,000 credits from Vaeric for sparing him. Though Vitoria and Luther will initially be heartbroken, you can reveal the truth to Vitoria on the balcony later.

Deciding Vaeric’s Fate

After completing the mission, return to Herald’s Rest to recruit Tane (if you opted not to kill him), concluding the Conflict in Conviction quest in *Starfield: Shattered Space*.

2. About Starfield

*Starfield* is a space exploration game developed by the renowned video game company, Bethesda. The teaser for the game debuted in 2018, followed by a gameplay trailer in 2022.

Set in the vastness of space, this Sci-Fi adventure is filled with astounding weapons and advanced spacecraft, promising a mystical experience that invites players to lose themselves within its universe.

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