Avowed's Character Creation: A Deep Dive into Backgrounds
Avowed boasts a deep character creator, allowing players to customize their character's appearance and select a Background that shapes their backstory and narrative. This guide details each Background and its impact on gameplay.
Avowed offers five distinct Backgrounds, each influencing dialogue options and providing a unique starting weapon. However, all equipment and abilities remain accessible regardless of chosen Background.
The Five Backgrounds:
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Arcane Scholar: This scholarly character hails from Bragganhyl Academy, their treatise on soul lineages causing conflict with a local lord. Recruited by the emperor, they bring expertise in the occult, law, history, and poetry.
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Court Augur: A tragic past and mystical insights led to suspicion and exile. Now the emperor's personal mystic, this character possesses strong spiritual connections and unique dialogue options related to magic and the Gods. Ideal for players envisioning a wizard archetype.
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Noble Scion: Born into wealth and influence, this character's family's downfall led them to seek the emperor's favor. Loyalty to the empire is a defining trait. A perfect choice for players wishing to remain loyal to the empire's cause.
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Vanguard Scout: Spared from execution, this character prefers wilderness to courtly life. Their tracking and espionage skills make them a valuable asset to the empire. Suitable for players favoring a hunter-style approach.
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War Hero: Their bravery in quelling a Skaenite uprising earned them a place among elite warriors. Loyalty and grit define this character, ideal for players wanting a warrior archetype.
Starting Weapons:
Each Background offers a common-quality, one-handed melee weapon:
- Arcane Scholar – Common Dagger
- Court Augur – Common Mace
- Noble Scion – Common Sword
- Vanguard Scout – Common Axe
- War Hero – Common Spear
These starting weapons, found near a shipwreck during the "On Strange Shores" quest, are easily replaced as the game progresses. Prioritize choosing the Background that best suits your desired roleplaying experience.
Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.
