Embark on your *Avowed* adventure with these tips, designed to make Obsidian's RPG both enjoyable and manageable, whether you're a seasoned veteran or a genre newbie. RPGs can seem daunting, but with a little guidance, you'll conquer the Living Lands with ease.
RPG Basics: Leveling Up and Character Building
*Avowed*, like many RPGs, rewards exploration and accomplishment. Gain XP by completing quests, vanquishing foes, and uncovering hidden areas. Leveling up grants attribute and ability points, allowing you to customize your character. Become a master warrior, a formidable mage, or forge your own unique path. The beauty of *Avowed* lies in its flexibility; you can respec your points at any time, ensuring a smooth learning curve for newcomers.
Explore the World of Avowed
*Avowed*'s world blends focused narrative with open exploration. While a main storyline guides your journey, resist the urge to solely follow the marker. Delve into buildings, caves, and hidden areas—you'll unearth valuable loot, resources, and a wealth of side quests. These often provide easy XP gains and enrich your understanding of the game's lore.
Scour the environment for books and notes, which provide insightful background information. Discover hidden treasure maps leading to special gear and gold. Thorough exploration will not only boost your character's power but also uncover the game's rich tapestry of storytelling.
Mastering Combat: Potions and Resources
Early combat can be challenging. Balance physical and essence attacks, and closely monitor your health and essence bars. Health and essence potions are your essential allies. Health potions (bright red) replenish health, while essence potions (bright pink) refill your essence bar. These are readily available from vendors and scattered throughout the world.
Conserve your health potions; use food and herbs to restore minor health losses. Certain food items also counteract status effects like poison. Only resort to potions when your health is critically low.
The Importance of Companions
Don't neglect your companions! As you level up, invest in their abilities. Strong companions provide valuable support in combat, including healing capabilities. Ignoring their development will leave you vulnerable and significantly hinder your progress.
Gear Upgrades: Enhancing Your Arsenal
Gather resources as you explore. At your campsite, utilize the upgrade station (located to the left upon entering) to enhance your weapons and armor. Focus on upgrading gear you plan to use for an extended period. Upgrades significantly improve attack power, critical chance, and damage resistance, providing a considerable advantage in combat.
Embrace the Journey: Play Your Way
Ultimately, *Avowed* is about your personal journey. Whether you focus on the main story or delve into every side quest, create your own narrative. Explore the Living Lands at your own pace and enjoy the adventure!
*Avowed is available now on PC and Xbox.*
