Talk:Honor and Treachery/@comment-184.12.208.239-20120808014044

Sobering Wine is HIGHLY recommended for this battle. It will prevent status ailments for a period of time, and it will work for both the Arisen and his pawns. You won't need to worry about when or if your pawns will use the Secret Softeners, either. A great item.

And I would just forget about ever buying the Cockatrice liquors. For one, they are expensive, and two, Pawns will not use it unless the entire party is petrified. It's preferable that you buy at least 12 Secret Softeners at the Apothecary, and put at least 3 of these in each of your party member's inventories. Or if you have any Sobering Wines, at least 3 of these in the Arisen's inventory should work, too. I would recommend bringing both the wine and softeners just in case.

Good luck in the quest!