Avowed and the Living Lands: Obsidian’s Next Frontier Adventure

As you journey through the various cultures in this game, you’ll find that each has a unique essence that breathes life into the experience. Take the Aedyrans, for instance; they deeply treasure ideals like rightful rule, leadership, and order. Now, picture them venturing into the uncharted realms of Eora, trying to find common ground with the locals. This might mean tweaking their attire or adopting new ways of living. This “Wild West” environment draws in diverse personalities, and being too rigid might not cut it for those trying to endure the unpredictable Living Lands.

Consider those who hold the goddess Woedica in the highest esteem. They prioritize law, order, justice, and the principles of rightful rulership above all else. Then there’s Abydon’s followers, the Smith, who are all about industry, hard work, and unwavering dedication. They don’t dismiss the other deities but have a laser focus on their god’s core values. According to Patel, this characterization is intentional, making each faction’s ideals obvious so players can easily grasp what they’re all about.

This cultural intricacy shines through in the game’s architecture and costume design, where each element feels meticulously intertwined. Lead Environment Artist Dennis Presnell notes, “We’ve created a world that seems not only alive within the game but through the entire development process as well. Everything is a layer upon layer of creativity and storytelling, contributed by our team’s evolving ideas and innovations. Together, we’ve crafted a world that’s vibrantly varied yet remains a unified, authentic, and immersive experience.”