Gothic 1 Remake Protection: Should You Pay Jackal or Bloodwyn?

In Gothic 1 Remake, while wandering through the Old Camp, you come across two important characters, Jackal and Bloodwyn, to whom you can give 10 gold nuggets in exchange for their protection. But is it really a good idea to give them this money?

The different options

Paying Jackal

If you choose to give the 10 nuggets to Jackal, you're protected from attacks by members of the New Camp and the Loons, and since Jackal won't ask for money again after that, you can tackle other challenges in the game with peace of mind.

Tip

For new players, this is probably the best option, allowing you to take your first steps calmly.

Not paying Jackal

If you refuse to pay Jackal, you'll be vulnerable to enemy attacks, which can make the early part of the game particularly frustrating, especially if you're not familiar with combat.

Paying Bloodwyn

If you decide to pay Bloodwyn, you avoid an immediate short-term attack, but this doesn't guarantee your safety in the long run, as Bloodwyn will keep asking you for money, which can quickly become exhausting and costly.

Not paying Bloodwyn

If you refuse to immediately give the nuggets to Bloodwyn, you'll be attacked by a Digger, which can be fatal if you're not prepared for it. On top of losing nuggets, you'll also lose long minutes defending yourself, and in Gothic 1 Remake, just like in life, time is money!