Alexandre Jollier
Absolum Walkthrough: How to Unlock All Characters
In brief
Absolum features four playable characters, each with a unique combat style and arcanas. Galandra and Karl are available from the start, Cider is unlocked by defeating the first boss, while Brome is the hardest to unlock, requiring you to defeat The Underking and survive several zones.
Absolum skillfully combines beat-em-up and roguelike mechanics. As you progress, you'll have the opportunity to unlock different characters, each with unique abilities and arcanas. Let's take a look at how to get hold of all the characters featured in the game.
"Brome is the hardest character to obtain"
The characters available in Absolum
In Absolum, you'll be able to control four characters to take on the game's challenges. Each hero has their own combat style and specific arcanas that can influence your tactical approach. Here's how to unlock each of them, and what they individually bring to the table.
Galandra
Galandra is one of the two characters playable right from the start of the game, with no conditions to fulfill in order to play with her. This character is very popular with new players, as offensive power is one of her strengths, coupled with her defensive abilities.
Available arcanas:
- Lightning Strike
- Ethereal Shield
- Vengeful Blade
- Energy Storm
- Healing Meditation
- Protective Aura
- Ancestral Fury
Karl
Karl is the second character playable at the start of Absolum. Like Galandra, there are no conditions to fulfill in order to play with him. For Karl, speed and agility are more the order of the day.
Available arcanas:
- Blade Dance
- Ghost Dodge
- Multiple Strike
- Devastating Whirlwind
- Martial Focus
- Poisoned Blades
- Feline Leap
Cider
For Cider, you need to defeat the game's first boss. This character stands out for their ranged abilities and support capabilities.
Available arcanas:
- Precise Shot
- Explosive Arrow
- Rain of Projectiles
- Tactical Camouflage
- Paralyzing Trap
- Piercing Arrow
- Night Vision
Brome
Brome is the hardest character to obtain. Indeed, to unlock Brome, you must first challenge The Underking at Grandery and, once defeated, head to Jaroba and survive two zones before reaching the camp, then the next zone (with a frog symbol) leads us to Brome, who can then be added to the team.
Available arcanas:
- Telluric Strike
- Stone Armor
- Controlled Earthquake
- Primitive Regeneration
- Rock Skin
- Crushing Grip
- Elemental Communion
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Frequently asked questions
Which character should you choose to start in Absolum?
Galandra is highly recommended for new players thanks to her offensive power and balanced defensive abilities, which makes it easier to get to grips with the game.
How do you unlock Cider in Absolum?
You need to defeat the game's first boss to unlock Cider, a character specialized in ranged attacks and support.
Which character is the hardest to obtain?
Brome is the most demanding character to unlock. You must first defeat The Underking at Grandery, then head to Jaroba and survive two zones before reaching his camp.
What is the main difference between Galandra and Karl?
Galandra excels in offensive power and defense, while Karl focuses on speed and agility for more dynamic combat.
Key takeaways
- Galandra and Karl are automatically unlocked at the beginning of the game with no prior conditions.
- Cider combines ranged abilities and support, unlocked after defeating the first boss.
- Brome is the most demanding character, requiring you to defeat The Underking and travel through several zones.
- Each character has an arsenal of specific arcanas that influence combat tactics.
- The variety of combat styles lets you adapt your approach to Absolum's challenges.
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