Horizon Forbidden West: Should you choose Yarra or Drakka in Gate of the Vanquished

In Horizon Forbidden West Gate of the Vanquished, you'll have to pick between Yarra and Drakka, two Tenakth chiefs who are fighting for control of their tribe. Tenakth political resolution, on the other hand, is usually fatal for someone. In the build-up to this Horizon Forbidden West quest, Aloy will reveal that not only will the loser be slain, but that all sides will fight to the death all over the land. The inference is that there may be a large death toll, making it appear like there's a lot at stake.

The Horizon Forbidden West Yarra or Drakka decision in Gate of the Vanquished explained

It's pretty much right into the Gate of the Vanquished Horizon Forbidden West quest when you arrive at the map point. You can talk to both Yarra and Drakka to get their opinions. The short version is that they both believe the other is up to no good, and the only answer is a small civil war.

After you've heard them speak, you can do one of the following:

• Side with Yarra
• Side with Drakka
• You both need to stand down

The stand down' option, unfortunately, is a red herring. Choosing it will result in Aloy giving a rational and passionate speech about how working together is the best option, which, while right and well-made, will result in the duo thinking that killing is the only way ahead. The only advantage is that you'll limit the death to a small arena conflict rather than the entire tribe.

The good news (or bad news, depending on your perspective) is that it doesn't really matter who you choose. Everything will play out the same way, regardless of who is in charge. Making a decision will result in a mini arena battle between you and the side you choose, as well as the opposing side. When you win, the game is done, and the opponent figure is executed.

It's a decision, then, that has no long-term consequences other than for the person in control. Depending on who lived, you can get a later mission from either Yarra or Drakka, but the dialogue and goal are the same.

So there you have it: choose anybody you want because it doesn't really matter because you'll get the same follow-up mission from whoever's left.