Blood of Dawnwalker: Vrakhir Invite In or Leave at Anachora?

Fabian Lainé September 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM

In brief

Inviting defeated Vrakhiri into your mind is the best decision, both narratively and strategically. Not only does it spare these creatures eternal suffering, but it gives you decisive allies for the final battle against Brencis, while those left out will join the enemy.

At Anachora, once a Vrakhir has been defeated, you have the choice of inviting it into your mind or leaving it to wander in limbo for eternity. This choice comes up with every Vrakhir you encounter, and it's worth knowing what you're getting into before deciding. No particular prerequisite is needed: you just need to have beaten the Vrakhir in question.

Short answer: yes, invite them. Once defeated, a Vrakhir no longer poses any threat. Leaving it outside just condemns it to eternal suffering with no benefit in return. Everything an invited Vrakhir can bring you is positive.

What it changes on the narrative side

The game takes care to show that a dead Vrakhir no longer has any power to cause harm. Inviting it therefore mainly means sparing it from being trapped forever in Anachora. No narrative risk, no hidden trap: it's a moral choice with no negative downside for Coen.

What it changes on the gameplay side

Once the Vrakhir has been welcomed in, Coen starts hearing its voice in his head. These voices comment on your decisions, warn you when danger is approaching, and react to places or events linked to their story.

Concrete example given in the game: if you invite Ambrus and then go to the place where his lost love used to live, a special line of dialogue triggers. Other Vrakhiri have their own similar moments tied to their past.

The real stakes: the final battle against Brencis

Warning, major spoiler from here on. The most important benefit of inviting the Vrakhiri is revealed during the final confrontation against Brencis, which takes place at Anachora. All the Vrakhiri you've invited fight by your side during this battle. Those you left outside? They join Brencis's side, against you.

That alone is the deciding argument. One extra ally during the final boss fight, or one extra enemy to deal with: the math is easy to do.

The special case: what if a Vrakhir doesn't deserve it?

There's still a nuance worth mentioning, and it has more to do with feelings than game mechanics. Some Vrakhiri are downright detestable, and inviting them can feel uncomfortable despite the obvious gameplay benefit.

Personally, I couldn't bring myself to invite Bakir. Even though he was the most useful Vrakhir of the bunch, he didn't deserve to be there. And he knew it just as well as I did. The others were just as horrible, but I still needed them for my own benefit. - Nahda Nabiilah, Game Rant guide

This dilemma sums up the spirit of the choice well: mechanically, inviting everyone is the best option. Morally, some Vrakhiri clearly don't deserve it. It's up to you to decide whether you play pure optimization or let your principles speak, at the risk of losing a valuable ally for the fight against Brencis.

Facing a disgusting but useful Vrakhir, would you invite them for the combat advantage or leave them out on principle?

Frequently asked questions

Is there any risk to inviting a defeated Vrakhir?

None. Once defeated, the Vrakhir poses no further threat. Inviting them is purely beneficial and carries no negative consequences for Coen.

What does it actually change in gameplay?

You'll hear the Vrakhir's voice in your head. They will comment on your choices, warn you of approaching dangers, and react to events or locations tied to their past — for example, Ambrus will speak especially if you visit the place where their lost love lived.

What's the real benefit of inviting the Vrakhiri?

During the final battle against Brencis at Anachora, all invited Vrakhiri fight at your side. Those you didn't invite join Brencis and become your enemies, drastically complicating the fight.

What if a Vrakhir is too despicable to invite?

It's a personal dilemma. Mechanically, inviting everyone is optimal. Morally, some Vrakhiri clearly don't deserve it — it's up to you to choose between pure optimization and your principles.

Key takeaways

Inviting a Vrakhir has no negative trade-off — it's a pure moral choice with no hidden catch.
Invited Vrakhiri comment on your decisions and react to places tied to their personal history.
During the final boss fight against Brencis, your Vrakhiri allies fight at your side while the others become enemies.
Some Vrakhiri are so despicable that your principles can override pure optimization, even if it costs you an ally.