Embarking on the treacherous journey through the Living Lands in *Avowed* is a daunting task, but fear not—you won't be alone. With four unique Companions at your side, each boasting distinct personalities and upgradable abilities, you're set for an unforgettable adventure. Here's a detailed look at every Companion you can recruit in *Avowed*.

Kai

Kai is your first true Companion in *Avowed*, joining you early in the game at the port of Dawnshore near Paradis. You'll meet him right on the dock, and together, you'll embark on a mission to find the Ambassador and the Cleric. Kai remains a steadfast member of your party until you recruit three Companions, at which point you can swap him out at a Party Camp.

As a former mercenary with a heart of gold, Kai serves as a tank in combat. He excels at both taking and dishing out damage. Additionally, his fire abilities are invaluable for clearing obstacles like cobwebs and roots, revealing hidden paths and treasures.

Kai's upgradable abilities include:

• Fire and Ire, Active: Kai unleashes a powerful shot from his blunderbuss, stunning and taunting a single enemy for 10 seconds.
• Unbending Defense, Active: Kai regenerates health and boosts his damage reduction by 25%.
• Leap of Daring, Active: Kai leaps onto enemies, stunning and taunting those nearby.
• Second Win, Passive: Upon reaching zero health, Kai revives himself, restoring 50% of his maximum health.

Marius

Marius, the second Companion you'll meet, has a history with Kai and can be found in Dawnshore. He joins your party at a bar, where you can either negotiate or fight your way out of a confrontation with some NPCs.

As an expert hunter and tracker, Marius brings his skills to the forefront in both narrative and gameplay. His Hunter Sense ability aids in locating loot and crafting materials across the Living Lands. In combat, Marius uses a bow and arrow, daggers, and can even manipulate nature to trap enemies with Roots.

Marius' upgradable abilities include:

• Binding Roots, Active: Marius roots an enemy in place for 8 seconds.
• Heart Seeker, Active: Marius fires a piercing shot that always hits its target, passing through obstacles.
• Shadow Step, Active: Marius vanishes into smoke, reappearing to slash enemies up to three times.
• Wounding Shots, Passive: Marius' attacks cause bleeding.

Giatta

Giatta, the third Companion, joins your party later in the main quest at the Fior settlement in the Emerald Stair Region. As an animancer, she practices a controversial form of magic in the Living Lands.

Giatta's animancy plays a crucial role in uncovering the spiritual mysteries of *Avowed*'s main quest. In combat, she serves as a support, healing, shielding, and buffing allies. Her unique Spectral Jolt ability powers Essence Generators, opening new pathways and revealing hidden loot during exploration.

Giatta's upgradable abilities include:

• Purification, Active: Giatta heals all allies by 25% of their maximum health.
• Barrier, Active: Giatta grants all allies a shield of temporary health for 20 seconds.
• Acceleration, Active: Giatta boosts the move and attack speed of all allies for 15 seconds.
• Reconstruction, Passive: Giatta's attacks heal allies slightly.

Yatzli

Yatzli, the fourth and final Companion, joins your party during a main quest in the Shatterscarp region within the city of Thirdborn, though you may encounter her earlier in the world.

Like Giatta, Yatzli wields magic, but her focus is on dealing damage. Her spells are potent, capable of targeting single enemies or controlling crowds. Yatzli's magic also helps clear obstacles, making her an essential ally for exploring the Living Lands.

Yatzli's upgradable abilities include:

• Essence Explosion, Active: Yatzli unleashes an arcane explosion on contact, dealing explosive damage and releasing Essence.
• Minoletta’s Missile Battery, Active: Yatzli launches a volley of arcane missiles that seek out nearby enemies.
• Arduos Delay of Motion, Active: Yatzli slows an enemy for 10 seconds using arcane energy.
• Blast, Passive: Yatzli's attacks create a small area of effect upon impact.

These are all the Companions you can recruit in *Avowed*, each bringing unique skills and abilities to enhance your journey through the Living Lands. *Avowed* is now available on PC and Xbox, ready for you to dive into its rich world and compelling narrative.