You would not be off in thinking the Character customization of The Waylanders is incredibly similar to Dragon Age: Origins. The system is even calledOrigins, and like Dragon Age, players can choose their Body Type, Race, Class, and Background. Be mindful that certain backgrounds are locked based on the Race and Class chosen.
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Classes in The Waylanders
Each race can choose any class, but the class has a significant effect on the background of many races.
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Backgrounds in The Waylanders
Humans seem to have the most diverse backgrounds, while other races only have one or two. If you wish to fully experience the game, you should explore each of the backgrounds to see how they begin and how other races treat you.
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