What happens if you let Volo try to remove the parasite?

If you let Volo try to remove the parasite, he will perform a procedure that ultimately results in him removing your eye and replacing it with a magic eye called Volo’s Ersatz Eye, which grants you the ability to see invisible creatures. This procedure has a few cosmetic downsides, including a permanent change to the color of your affected eye, but it provides a significant advantage in detecting hidden enemies and objects.

Understanding the Procedure and its Consequences

Letting Volo remove the parasite is a critical decision in the game that can have lasting effects on your gameplay experience.

FAQs

General Questions

1. What does Volo’s Ersatz Eye do?: Volo’s Ersatz Eye allows you to see invisible enemies up to 30 feet away, providing a significant tactical advantage in combat and exploration.
2. Is the procedure painful?: Yes, the procedure is depicted as being quite painful, with your character reacting to the removal of their eye.
3. Can I back out of the surgery?: At any point, you can choose to back out of the surgery, but doing so means you will miss out on the benefits of Volo’s Ersatz Eye.

Consequences and Outcomes

4. What are the downsides of Volo’s procedure?: The main downsides are cosmetic, with the false eye glowing blue and potentially not matching your character’s original eye color, and the initial pain and discomfort of the procedure.
5. Does Volo’s procedure cure the parasite?: No, Volo’s procedure does not remove the parasite; it simply replaces your eye with Volo’s Ersatz Eye.
6. Can I trust Volo?: Volo‘s intentions are not entirely pure, as he is later revealed to have his own agendas, but in the context of the parasite removal, he provides a beneficial, albeit unorthodox, solution.

Interactions and Relationships

7. How do I convince Volo to examine me?: You need to persuade Volo that you are indeed infected, which may require some effort and the right dialogue choices.
8. Can Volo join my party?: Unfortunately, Volo cannot join your party, but he can become a useful ally in certain situations, especially after you’ve helped him.
9. What happens if I tell Volo about the parasite?: Telling Volo about the parasite initiates the process of him offering to remove it, leading to the procedure and the acquisition of Volo’s Ersatz Eye.

Game Mechanics and Benefits

10. What benefits does Volo’s Ersatz Eye provide?: The primary benefit is the ability to see invisible creatures and objects, which can be crucial in both combat and exploration.
11. Is Volo’s Ersatz Eye permanent?: Yes, once you have Volo’s Ersatz Eye, it is a permanent part of your character, with its effects lasting throughout the game.
12. Can I remove or replace Volo’s Ersatz Eye?: There is no known way to remove or replace Volo’s Ersatz Eye once it has been implanted.

Story and Character Development

13. Why does Volo want to remove the parasite?: Volo‘s motivations for offering to remove the parasite are not entirely altruistic, as he has his own reasons and agendas that are revealed later in the story.
14. Is Volo a trustworthy character?: While Volo provides a useful service in removing the parasite and granting Volo’s Ersatz Eye, his character is complex, and his trustworthiness is questionable due to his later actions and revelations.
15. What happens to Volo after the procedure?: After the procedure, Volo may leave or become available for other interactions, depending on the stage of the game and the choices you’ve made, potentially offering more items or services in the future.