*Avowed* expands upon the rich fantasy world of Eora first introduced in the *Pillars of Eternity* series of isometric RPGs. While the game features a variety of Kith races, the character creation options are somewhat limited. Here's a comprehensive look at all the playable races in *Avowed*.
Humans (Known In-Universe as Folk)
In *Avowed*, Humans, referred to as Folk, represent the most common race both in-game and within the character creator. As part of the Kith, which includes various sentient and civilized species, Humans enjoy a wide range of customization options. The game offers numerous presets, detailed customization tools, and a variety of facial features, skin tones, and hair textures. This diversity in customization allows players to craft a character that closely mirrors their own image, ensuring a broad appeal to a wide audience.
Elves
Elves are another selectable race in *Avowed*. Visually, they are quite similar to Humans, distinguished primarily by their unique facial structures and iconic long, pointed ears. This subtle differentiation provides players with another avenue for character customization, allowing for a different aesthetic while maintaining familiar human-like features.
Godlikes
A third race option in *Avowed* is the Godlikes. Although all Envoys in the game's narrative are Godlike, players have the choice to display or hide these distinctive features. Godlikes come with unique hair and facial options, ranging from subtle to surreal. At the launch of *Avowed*, players can choose from 14 different Godlike facial features and four distinct hair styles. These options are universally available, regardless of the character's race or body type.
What Gender Options are Available in the Avowed Character Creator? Answered
In *Avowed*, character creation includes four Body Types to choose from: two masculine and two feminine, available for both Humans and Elves. Additionally, players can select from two voice options for each gender. The character's identifier can be set to use he, she, or they pronouns, providing flexibility in how your character is addressed within the game.
Several Races Present in Avowed Are Not Playable
While *Avowed* features a diverse array of Kith races among NPCs, not all are available for player customization. Notable absences include Dwarves, the semiaquatic Aumaua, and the diminutive, hairy Orlans, despite their presence in the game's world. However, there remains the potential for Obsidian Entertainment to expand the character creation options in future updates or DLCs.
That covers all the playable races in *Avowed*. If you're interested in further customizing your character, check out our guide on the various backgrounds you can select during character creation.
