so i changed my outlook on this recently and the "Evil" router isn't about choosing EVERY evil option. there are nuances and over all i did enjoy is up until the unavoidable
The absolute wants you dead now! don't go back to the goblin camp; you'll be KoS
after the grove arch.
Edit: I looked at my previous stance i and still agree with OPs suggestions. only mu over all outlook on the main arch story wise being better if you don't go full edgelord