Master the Art of Parrying in Avowed: A Comprehensive Guide

Parrying in Avowed offers a thrilling counter-attack mechanic, transforming enemy aggression into devastating offensive opportunities. This guide details how to unlock and effectively utilize this crucial skill.

Unlocking the Parry Ability:

The Parry ability isn't initially available. To unlock it:

1. Access the in-game menu and navigate to the "Abilities" screen.
2. Select the "Ranger" tab.
3. Locate the Parry ability (top, middle column). You'll need to invest an ability point in one of the three core skill trees before unlocking it.

Parry has three ranks:

At level 10, the "Arrow Deflection" ability unlocks, allowing you to parry projectiles.

Executing a Parry:

Successful parrying requires precise timing: block immediately before an enemy attack connects. A metallic clang and a visual cue confirm a successful parry, stunning the opponent. Mastering the timing requires practice, but it's less demanding than in games like Dark Souls.

Limitations of Parrying:

Not all attacks are parryable. Attacks indicated by a red circle require dodging. Furthermore, only melee weapons (one-handed, two-handed, or a shield in your off-hand) can be used to parry. Ranged weapons (guns, wands, bows) and grimoires cannot parry.

Benefits of Parrying:

Parrying stuns attackers, creating openings for significant damage. It's a highly effective defensive and offensive strategy for melee characters. However, ranged builds may find less utility in this ability. Avowed allows easy respeccing, enabling you to remove Parry later if desired.

Avowed is currently available.