I would describe my default Avowed play speed as "breakneck". With stuff to find around every corner, I feel compelled to spend most of my time sprinting around the Living Lands grabbing up everything in sight, pausing only to stuff my cheeks with food between battles.
What took me probably a bit too long to realise is that there's good reason to slow down and take a break sometimes. Returning to camp heals you for free, and gives you a chance to upgrade equipment, enchant, cook food, and chat to your companions. But something that's easy to miss is that it can also unlock new lore and even quests.
