Character & Companion Guide#
The character system is one of the most attractive features of Divinity: Original Sin 2. You will meet six unique origin characters, each with their own story, motives and questline. This chapter details each character’s traits, recruitment requirements, relationship system and build suggestions.
All Origin Characters at a Glance#
| Character | Race | Class Type | Core Stats | Recruitment Difficulty | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn Ben Mez | Human | Physical damage | Strength, Finesse | Easy | ★★★★★ |
| Sebille Ancarien | Elf | Physical damage | Finesse, Intelligence | Medium | ★★★★★ |
| Lucian Lucian | Human | Magic damage | Intelligence, Wits | Medium | ★★★★☆ |
| Los Traudi | Human | Support control | Intelligence, Constitution | Hard | ★★★★☆ |
| Fain Rivian | Undead | Magic damage | Intelligence, Constitution | Medium | ★★★★☆ |
| Shadow King | Orc | Physical tank | Strength, Constitution | Easy | ★★★☆☆ |
Origin Characters In Detail#
Unicorn Ben Mez#
Backstory
Core Conflicts
- Control of the werewolf curse
- Past crimes and redemption
- Complicated feelings toward the temple order
Recruitment Requirements
| Requirement | Detail | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| First meeting | Fort Joy docks | Easy |
| Affection required | Medium affection | Medium |
| Quest completion | Finish the werewolf questline | Hard |
| Final joining | Make a choice | Medium |
Build Suggestions
| Build Type | Core Stats | Recommended Skills | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrior build | Strength, Constitution | Warfare, shields | High survivability, strong tanking | No ranged options |
| Rogue build | Finesse, Wits | Daggers, scoundrel | High burst, stealth | Low HP |
| Hybrid build | Strength, Finesse | Warfare, daggers | Flexible melee/ranged switch | Spread stats |
Personal Questline
| Quest Phase | Goal | Reward | Importance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase one | Understand the werewolf curse | Background info | ★★★☆☆ |
| Phase two | Find a cure | Skill book | ★★★★☆ |
| Phase three | Fight the wolf nature | Werewolf transformation | ★★★★★ |
| Final phase | Make the final choice | Ending impact | ★★★★★ |
Relationship System
| Relationship | Effect | How to Reach |
|---|---|---|
| Intimate | Unlocks special dialogue, unique rewards | Complete personal quests, friendly choices |
| Friendly | Normal interaction, occasional help | Friendly dialogue, helpful acts |
| Neutral | Default state | Starting state |
| Cold | Less interaction, trading penalty | Negative dialogue, neglect |
| Hostile | Attacks the player, leaves the party | Severely negative behavior |
Sebille Ancarien#
Backstory
Core Conflicts
- Breaking free of her master’s control
- The elves’ legacy and responsibility
- Personal freedom versus collective fate
Recruitment Requirements
| Requirement | Detail | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| First meeting | Fort Joy elf camp | Medium |
| Affection required | High affection | Medium |
| Quest completion | Finish the elf questline | Hard |
| Final joining | Make a choice | Hard |
Build Suggestions
| Build Type | Core Stats | Recommended Skills | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue build | Finesse, Wits | Daggers, scoundrel | High burst, stealth | Low HP |
| Ranger build | Finesse, Constitution | Huntsman, bowcraft | Safe ranged play, high ground | Weak melee |
| Summoner build | Finesse, Intelligence | Summoning, illusion | Safe damage, multi-target | Relies on minions |
Personal Questline
| Quest Phase | Goal | Reward | Importance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase one | Understand the control shard | Background info | ★★★☆☆ |
| Phase two | Find her master | Skill book | ★★★★☆ |
| Phase three | Face her master | Break the control shard | ★★★★★ |
| Final phase | Make the final choice | Ending impact | ★★★★★ |
Lucian Lucian#
Backstory Lucian is the previous Godwoken and the father of the current one. He wields powerful source, but it has been corrupted by the Void Devourer’s power. His story is about duty, sacrifice and fatherly love.
Core Conflicts
- The Godwoken’s duty versus personal desire
- Corrupted source and redemption
- The relationship with his son
Recruitment Requirements
| Requirement | Detail | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| First meeting | Fort Joy castle | Medium |
| Affection required | Medium affection | Medium |
| Quest completion | Finish the Godwoken questline | Hard |
| Final joining | Make a choice | Hard |
Build Suggestions
| Build Type | Core Stats | Recommended Skills | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementalist build | Intelligence, Wits | Fire, air, water, earth | High area damage | Low armor |
| Necromancer build | Intelligence, Constitution | Necromancy, warfare | Lifesteal survival | Skill dependent |
| Hybrid build | Intelligence, Strength | Warfare, elemental magic | Melee-spell mix | Spread stats |
Los Traudi#
Backstory
Core Conflicts
- Control by an inner demon
- The artist identity versus demonic power
- Self-sacrifice versus survival
Recruitment Requirements
| Requirement | Detail | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| First meeting | Fort Joy concert hall | Hard |
| Affection required | High affection | Hard |
| Quest completion | Finish the demon questline | Very High |
| Final joining | Make a choice | Hard |
Build Suggestions
| Build Type | Core Stats | Recommended Skills | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summoner build | Intelligence, Constitution | Summoning, illusion | Safe damage, control | Relies on minions |
| Elementalist build | Intelligence, Wits | Fire, air, water | High area damage | Low armor |
| Support build | Intelligence, Constitution | Healing, buffs | Strong party support | Low damage |
Fain Rivian#
Backstory
Core Conflicts
- Restoring the elves’ legacy
- Ancient knowledge in a modern world
- Adapting to undead form
Recruitment Requirements
| Requirement | Detail | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| First meeting | Fort Joy prison | Medium |
| Affection required | Medium affection | Medium |
| Quest completion | Finish the elf questline | Hard |
| Final joining | Make a choice | Medium |
Build Suggestions
| Build Type | Core Stats | Recommended Skills | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementalist build | Intelligence, Wits | Fire, air, water, earth | High area damage | Low armor |
| Necromancer build | Intelligence, Constitution | Necromancy, warfare | Lifesteal survival | Skill dependent |
| Scholar build | Intelligence, lore | Alchemy, lore | Information advantage | Weak in combat |
Shadow King#
Backstory The Shadow King is a prince of the orc empire, exiled because he refused a political marriage. He now seeks to reclaim his throne while facing his own past. His story is about power, duty and self-discovery.
Core Conflicts
- Ambition to reclaim the throne
- Escaping the political marriage
- Royal duty versus personal desire
Recruitment Requirements
| Requirement | Detail | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| First meeting | Fort Joy desert quarter | Easy |
| Affection required | Medium affection | Medium |
| Quest completion | Finish the throne questline | Hard |
| Final joining | Make a choice | Easy |
Build Suggestions
| Build Type | Core Stats | Recommended Skills | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrior build | Strength, Constitution | Warfare, shields | High survivability, strong tanking | No ranged options |
| Knight build | Strength, Constitution | Warfare, shields, riding | Strong control | Lower damage |
| Element build | Strength, Intelligence | Warfare, elemental magic | Melee-spell mix | Spread stats |
Custom Characters#
Custom Character Advantages#
| Advantage | Description | For Players Who |
|---|---|---|
| Class freedom | Choose any starting class | Like to experiment |
| Race freedom | Choose any race | Want specific racial abilities |
| Background freedom | Custom backstory | Want total control |
| No origin limits | No extra questline | Want a simpler experience |
Custom Character Disadvantages#
| Disadvantage | Description | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| No unique story | No origin questline | Weaker story experience |
| Less character interaction | Fewer origin-character interactions | Limited character development |
| No unique rewards | No origin-exclusive rewards | Miss unique items |
Party Composition Advice#
Standard 4-Person Party#
| Party Slot | Recommended Character | Class Type | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slot 1 | Shadow King | Knight | Tank, control |
| Slot 2 | Unicorn Ben Mez | Warrior | Physical damage |
| Slot 3 | Sebille Ancarien | Rogue | Physical damage, control |
| Slot 4 | Lucian | Elementalist | Magic damage, healing |
Lone Wolf 2-Person Party#
| Party Slot | Recommended Character | Class Type | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slot 1 | You (Protagonist) | Any class | Main damage, control |
| Slot 2 | Sebille Ancarien | Rogue | Secondary damage, control |
Character Relationship Diagram#
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Father-son bond
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Royal alliance
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Wolf curse curse Elven legacy
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Inner demon demon Ancient knowledgeCharacter Growth Route#
Levels 1-8: Fort Joy Phase#
| Character | Main Goal | Key Skills | Gear Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn | Survive, learn the curse | Warfare, daggers | Physical armor, weapons |
| Sebille | Freedom, find her master | Daggers, scoundrel | Finesse gear, crit |
| Lucian | Control source, help others | Elemental magic, necromancy | Intelligence gear, mana |
| Los | Control the demon, seek help | Summoning, healing | Constitution gear, survival |
| Fain | Recover memory, learn | Elemental magic, alchemy | Intelligence gear, knowledge |
| Shadow King | Survive, find allies | Warfare, shields | Strength gear, armor |
Levels 9-15: Nameless Isle Phase#
| Character | Main Goal | Key Skills | Gear Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn | Fight the wolf curse | Warfare, shapeshifting | Advanced physical gear |
| Sebille | Face her master | Advanced rogue skills | Advanced Finesse gear |
| Lucian | Understand the Godwoken duty | Advanced elemental magic | Advanced Intelligence gear |
| Los | Fight the demon | Advanced summoning, healing | Advanced Constitution gear |
| Fain | Restore the elves | Advanced elements, necromancy | Advanced Intelligence gear |
| Shadow King | Reclaim the throne | Advanced warfare, riding | Advanced Strength gear |
Levels 15-20: Reaper’s Coast and Arx Phase#
| Character | Main Goal | Key Skills | Gear Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn | Final choice, redemption | Maxed warfare | Legendary gear |
| Sebille | Final choice, freedom | Maxed rogue | Legendary gear |
| Lucian | Final choice, sacrifice | Maxed elements | Legendary gear |
| Los | Final choice, redemption | Maxed summoning | Legendary gear |
| Fain | Final choice, revival | Maxed elements, necromancy | Legendary gear |
| Shadow King | Final choice, the throne | Maxed warfare | Legendary gear |
Character Signature Items#
| Character | Signature Item | How to Get | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn | Wolf’s Fang | Complete the werewolf quest | Werewolf transformation |
| Sebille | Control Shard | Face her master | Breaks control |
| Lucian | Godwoken Crown | Complete the Godwoken quest | Source boost |
| Los | Demon Heart | Face the demon | Demonic abilities |
| Fain | Elf Tear | Restore the elves | Elven legacy |
| Shadow King | Imperial Scepter | Reclaim the throne | Royal power |
Next Steps#
After understanding the character system, we recommend reading:
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Story Analysis: Learn every character’s complete storyline
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Achievements Guide: Complete all character-related achievements
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Story Analysis: Learn every character’s complete storyline.
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Achievements Guide: Complete all character-related achievements
Remember, every character has unique charm and story. Try different combinations and you’ll discover the depth and breadth of Divinity: Original Sin 2!