Dive into the richly detailed world of Avowed with its extensive character creator. Beyond the physical customization, you'll choose a Background, shaping your character's backstory and influencing the narrative from the very start. Here's a breakdown of each Avowed Background and its impact.
Every Avowed Background, Listed
Avowed offers five distinct Backgrounds, each providing unique dialogue options and a starting weapon. While the starting equipment is modest, all Backgrounds can utilize any weapon or ability throughout the game. Let's explore each one:
Arcane Scholar: This Background paints your character as an academic, granting access to specialized dialogue options. A graduate of Bragganhyl Academy, your character's treatise on soul lineages threatened a local lord, leading to arrest, but ultimately recruitment into the imperial court archives. Expect dialogue reflecting knowledge of the occult, legal precedent, history, and poetry.
Court Augur: This Background presents a tragic narrative. Visions and unusual insights led to suspicion and a hasty escape to Highcrown, where the emperor embraced your character as a personal mystic. Court Augurs possess a strong connection to the spiritual realm, influencing dialogue options related to magic and the Gods. This is an ideal choice for players envisioning a wizard-like character, and will likely find themselves relating to Giatta as a companion.
Noble Scion: A tale of fallen nobility, the Noble Scion hails from a family of influence and wealth, but marred by scandal and moral failings. Seeking refuge, they find favor with the emperor. This Background is perfect for those who wish to remain loyal to the empire and serve its interests throughout the Living Lands.
Vanguard Scout: This Background depicts a character spared from execution, leading a humble life before entering the emperor's service. Their skills in tracking and espionage make them a valuable asset. This Background suits players who prefer a hunter-style roleplay and may find themselves connecting more with Marius as a companion.
War Hero: This Background showcases a character who quelled a violent Skaenite uprising, earning a place among the emperor's elite warriors. Loyalty and grit define this character, making it a fitting choice for players wanting a warrior archetype and potentially finding a strong bond with Kai.
Every Background's Starting Weapon in Avowed
Each Background begins with a Common-quality, one-handed melee weapon. These are intended as temporary starting equipment and will require upgrading or replacement as your adventure progresses. Therefore, prioritize selecting the Background that best aligns with your desired roleplaying experience, as similar weapons are readily available in the Living Lands shortly after the tutorial.
Here's the starting weapon breakdown:
- Arcane Scholar – Common Dagger (One-Handed)
- Court Augur – Common Mace (One-Handed)
- Noble Scion – Common Sword (One-Handed)
- Vanguard Scout – Common Axe (One-Handed)
- War Hero – Common Spear (One-Handed)
You'll find your starting weapon leaning against crates near the shipwreck during the "On Strange Shores" quest.
That concludes our overview of every Background in Avowed and their impact on your gameplay.
Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.
