{"id":48267,"date":"2024-03-22T01:01:13","date_gmt":"2024-03-22T00:01:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=2011967"},"modified":"2024-03-22T03:07:09","modified_gmt":"2024-03-22T02:07:09","slug":"dragons-dogma-2-pawns-explained-companion-character-build-tips","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/dragons-dogma-2-pawns-explained-companion-character-build-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2 Pawns explained: Companion character build tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

A friend to the end! <\/p>

By Matt Poskitt\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Friday, 22 March 2024 at 00:01 AM<\/p>

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Pawns have seen an upgrade in Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2, with lots of new customisation and interesting upgrade paths for one to follow if they choose. This can then lead them to become a master of their chosen vocation.<\/p>\n

The choices made when designing a pawn are nearly as important as the character creation<\/a> for the protagonist, known as the Arisen. The good news is that players can sport up to three Pawns at any one time, whether you\u2019re playing online or offline.<\/p>\n

Every Arisen is partnered with one main pawn, where you will get to decide everything from their look and fighting style to name and behaviour. Two more additional pawns can also be recruited from other players\u2019 networks via the mysterious Riftstone.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s dive into all the details you need to know about pawns in Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2, including the best combinations to pair with your Arisen.<\/p>\n

Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2: What is a Pawn?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Pawn\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Pawn.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

A pawn is described as a \u201cloyal companion\u201d who will accompany the Arisen on their adventure in Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2. This is a customisable character that can be designed to your liking, with certain traits that affect the overall game, like how they behave in battle or interact with other NPCs.<\/p>\n

Pawns can also learn Specializations from their masters, such as being able to heal players in combat, regardless of if it\u2019s part of their vocation or not.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe wanted it to feel like a friend who\u2019s played the game before is sitting there next to you and giving you advice,\u201d game director Hideaki Itsuno told IGN<\/a>. \u201cLike, \u2018Hey, go this way,\u2019 or \u2018In this case, you should go with this here,\u2019 or \u2018This is what you do.\u2019 In other words, having a friend there with you who provides guidance in an enjoyable way.\u201d<\/p>

Dragons Dogma 2: How do Riftstones work\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"Riftstone\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
Riftstone.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

A Riftstone is a gateway bridge to other Atwixt worlds where pawns traverse between different rifts. Essentially, it allows you to access different pawns from other people\u2019s games, or ones created by developer Capcom, if you are playing offline. These can be found at camps and main cities.<\/p>\n

An Arisen can summon pawns that meet their specified preferences. These pawns cannot be levelled up when accompanying you. Therefore, summoning new pawns regularly is recommended.<\/p>\n

Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2 Pawn creator: Your options explained<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Race<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Race.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
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  • Masculine Human<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Feminine Human<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Masculine Beastron<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Feminine Beastron<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Body<\/strong><\/h3>\n
    \"Face\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
    Body.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

    All body elements have further customisation within, such as which body parts to place tattoos and\/or body hair as well as additional customisation for everything from eyes to ears to height and beyond. The main body options in character creator are as below:<\/p>\n

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    • Head<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Body Hair<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Makeup<\/strong><\/li>\n
    • Tattoos\/Markings<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Vocation<\/strong><\/h3>\n
      \"Fighter\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
      Vocation.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

      Four vocations are available for your pawn upon creating them, however, the Warrior and Sorcerer will need to be unlocked as you progress through the game.<\/p>\n

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      • Fighter \u2013 Battle enemies in close quarters with a sword and shield<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Archer \u2013 Wield a bow, striking down foes from a distance<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Mage \u2013 Use a stave to cast a variety of spells<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Thief \u2013 Break through an enemy\u2019s guard using speed and agility<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Warrior \u2013 Robust physique specialising in direct combat<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Sorcerer \u2013 A large staff that utilises magic and can change the tide of battle<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Inclination<\/strong><\/h3>\n
        \"Simple\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
        Inclination.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

        An inclination determines how your pawn acts in battle, conversations and more. The four options and what each means are listed below:<\/p>\n

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        • Kindhearted \u2013 compassionate, devoted and dutiful. The most obedient sort of pawn. Favours a balanced approach with an emphasis on support. Quick to aid in battle<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Calm \u2013 Rational, shrewd and strategising. A pawn characterised by caution. Favours defence and evasion, employing clever tactics to survive at all costs<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Simple \u2013 Curious, earnest and adventurous. A pawn with their heart on their sleeve. Enjoys exploring and gathering items, and is always up for a challenge<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • Straightforward \u2013 Candid, flippant and impulsive. A pawn unbound by precepts. Enjoys the thrill of combat, tackling fierce foes head-on with daring assaults<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Voice<\/strong><\/h3>\n
          \"Voice\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
          Voice.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

          The Pawn\u2019s voice is determined by what Inclination is chosen. Here\u2019s what each inclination offers:<\/p>\n

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          • Kindhearted \u2013 Sweet 1-5 or Faithful 1-5<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • Calm \u2013 Wise 1-5 or Placid 1-5<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • Simple \u2013 Amiable 1 to 5 or Witty 1- 5<\/strong><\/li>\n
          • Straightforward \u2013 Jaunty 1-5 or Nonchalant 1 to 5<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Additional<\/h3>\n
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            • Name \u2013 Input a name<\/strong><\/li>\n
            • Moniker \u2013 Select a Moniker from the hundreds listed<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2 best Arise and Pawn combinations\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n
              \"Dragon's\n<\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/source><\/picture>\n<\/div>
              Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2.<\/span><\/figcaption> Capcom<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

              Fighter and Archer<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              A tried and trusted formula. By partnering a Fighter with an Archer, you\u2019ll have the benefit of close-quarter combat while another peppers the enemy with arrows from afar.<\/p>\n

              Mage and Fighter<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              Power up and protect your fighter with this deadly duo. Similar to the Archer with the Mage hanging back while the Fighter heads into the action upfront, this is a smart combo for taking advantage of enhancements and becoming an ultra-powerful Arise.<\/p>\n

              Thief and Archer<\/strong><\/h3>\n

              These two are all about speed, agility and whittling down an enemy\u2019s defence. A Thief is great for breaking down an enemy\u2019s guard before an Archer can then come in to deal some serious damage by identifying their weak points.<\/p>\n

              Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2 is available across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X\/S and Microsoft Windows.<\/p>\n