"Avowed: Discover All Playable Races"

Avowed expands on the rich fantasy universe of Eora, previously explored in the Pillars of Eternity series. While the world is teeming with a variety of Kith races, the character creation in Avowed offers a more streamlined selection of playable races. Let's dive into the details of each race you can choose from in Avowed.

Humans (Known In-Universe as Folk)

Humans, referred to as Folk within the game, are the most common race you'll encounter in Avowed, both in the world and in the character creator. As part of the broader Kith category, which encompasses various sentient and civilized species, Humans are the go-to choice for many players. Fortunately, Avowed provides extensive customization options for Humans, ensuring a broad range of representation. You'll find numerous presets, a skin tone slider, and a variety of hair textures, allowing you to craft a character that truly feels like your own.

Elves

Elves are another race you can select in Avowed. At a glance, Elves look very similar to Humans, with the main differences being slightly altered facial structures and, of course, their iconic long, pointed ears. This race offers a unique aesthetic for players who want to embody the elegance and mystique of the elven kind.

Godlikes

The third option in the character creator is the Godlikes. In the narrative of Avowed, all Envoys are Godlike, but players have the choice to display these divine features or not. Godlikes come with distinctive hair and facial features, ranging from the subtle to the surreal. At launch, Avowed offers 14 different Godlike facial features and four unique hair styles, ensuring a diverse selection that's available to all characters, regardless of their chosen race or body type.

What Gender Options are Available in the Avowed Character Creator? Answered

In Avowed, the character creator provides four Body Types to choose from: two masculine and two feminine, available for both Humans and Elves. Additionally, there are two voice options for each gender. Players can also select their character’s identifier, which influences the pronouns used to refer to them. Options include he, she, and they, allowing for a personalized and inclusive experience.

Several Races Present in Avowed Are Not Playable

While Avowed boasts a diverse cast of NPCs representing various Kith races, not all of these races are available in the character creator. You'll encounter Dwarves, semiaquatic Aumaua, and the diminutive, hairy Orlans throughout the Living Lands, but these races are not options for your player character. However, Obsidian Entertainment might introduce additional race options in future updates or DLC, expanding the possibilities for character customization.

And that concludes our overview of the playable races in Avowed. If you're interested in further personalizing your character, check out our guide on the various backgrounds available during character creation.