In any role-playing game, having a strong lineup of characters significantly enhances the experience, especially for a game like Avowed, which places a significant focus on dialogue and ethical choices. Fortunately, Avowed excels in this area, boasting a talented voice cast that expertly brings Obsidian Entertainment’s hallmark blend of seriousness and humor to life.
Throughout Avowed’s engaging 20-hour journey, you’ll encounter an array of unforgettable characters. These range from cunning adversaries to hesitant heroes, and seemingly everyone in between. The standout characters are undoubtedly Avowed’s companions, some of whom will have voices that resonate with long-time gamers.
Avowed features a host of notable voices among its cast.
Yatzli – Voiced by Anjali Bhimani
Meet Yatzli, the game’s last companion, an energetic wizard brought to life by the talented Anjali Bhimani. You might recognize her from roles such as:
- Symmetra in Overwatch
- Rampart in Apex Legends
- Commander Natara in Starfield
- Izel in Diablo 4
- Yasmin Chowdhury in Fallout 76
- Auntie Ruby in Ms. Marvel
Bragan – Voiced by Jeff Leach
Bragan, though not a companion, is another character voiced by Jeff Leach. Here’s where you might have heard him before:
- Simon ‘Ghost’ Riley in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019)
- Arisen in Dragon’s Dogma 2
- Peeves in Harry Potter: Magic Awakened
- World Tour Citizen in Street Fighter 6
- Agent Greeves in Valorant
(Interesting to note: Samuel Roukin later took over the role of Ghost in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and 3).
Giatta – Voiced by Mara Junot
Avowed’s third companion, Giatta Castell, is an Animancer driven to complete her parents’ unfinished legacy. She’s voiced by Mara Junot, a veteran in the gaming industry whose credits include:
- Storm in Marvel Rivals
- Storm in Marvel’s Midnight Suns
- Shoola in Arcane
- Leslie Thompkins in Batman: Arkham Shadow
- Sindel & Sareena in Mortal Kombat 1
- Alleria Windrunner in World of Warcraft
- Ikora Rey in Destiny 2
- Zuri Abara in Starfield
- Player in Remnant 2
- Dr. Slone in Fortnite
Kai – Voiced by Brandon Keener
Kai, your first companion in the Living Lands, stands out as a striking character with a familiar voice for Mass Effect fans. Brandon Keener, the voice behind Mass Effect’s beloved Garrus Vakarian, brings Kai to life. Other notable credits include:
- Detective Harold Caldwell in L.A. Noire
- Sully Mathis in Fallout 4
- Howler in Dishonored 2
- Advent Speaker in XCOM 2
- Salmael in Persona 5 Tactica
Sargamis – Voiced by Matthew Mercer
When it comes to prolific voice actors, Matthew Mercer is a name that stands above many. With a career spanning back to the 1990s and over 475 acting credits, his portrayal of Sargamis in Avowed is just another feather in his cap. Some of his most acclaimed roles include:
- GM in Critical Role
- Viper & Manfred in Dragon Age: The Veilguard
- Anarky in Batman: Arkham
- Vincent Valentine in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
- Goro Majima in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
- Ganondorf in Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
- Chrom in Fire Emblem: Engage
- Male Hunter in Marvel’s Midnight Suns
- Cassidy in Overwatch
- Yusuke Kitagawa in Persona 5
- Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil 6
Marius – Voiced by Scott Whyte
Rounding out the companion characters is Marius, voiced by Scott Whyte, who also has a rich history in gaming voiceovers. Fans might recognize him as:
- Human Torch in Marvel Rivals
- CO Hobbs in Batman: Arkham Shadow
- Player in Remnant 2
- Grindelwald in Harry Potter: Magic Awakened
- Crash Bandicoot in Crash Bandicoot 4
- Rathma in Diablo 4
- Jake Wind in Death Stranding
Now, let’s dive into Avowed’s setting. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Living Lands, a mystical island in the world of Eora (familiar to fans of the Pillars of Eternity series), Avowed presents a captivating world filled with both adventure and peril. As the envoy of Aedyr, you’re tasked with uncovering the truth behind a mysterious plague. This journey plunges you into a world full of secrets, choices, and consequences, ultimately challenging you to save everything you hold dear from an ancient threat. Can you unravel the mysteries and save both the Living Lands and yourself from the looming catastrophe?