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Character Creation Guide

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Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Character Customization Guide

You can create and customize your character at the beginning of the game in Xenoblade Chronicles X. Learn how to change your character's appearance, all customization options, and learn if you can change your appearance later in the game!

Character Creation Guide

All Appearance Options
Gender Base Face Size
Skin Hair Eyes
Makeup Voice Name

Select a Gender

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Gender

The first screen will ask you to pick your character's gender. Choose between Male or Female.

This will affect your avatar's body model and customization options like hairstyles and voices.

It is purely cosmetic and has no gameplay differences aside from how you'll be referred to in-game, so pick what fits your vision.

Choose a Base Face

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Base Face

Next, you must pick a base face. This will determine the protagonist's overall facial structure.

Adjust the Character's Size

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Size

Adjust the silder to change your character's overall size.

Moving it the left will make the protagonist's smaller. Moving it to the right will make their body bigger.

Pick a Skin Tone

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Skin

Select your character’s skin tone from a range of natural or stylized shades. You can also add other facial features like scars, moles, and freckles.

Choose Your Hair

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Hair

Choose a hairstyle and hair color for your character. You can combine different colors for your roots and tips to create a unique hairstyle.

Customize Your Eyes

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Eyes

Customize the protagonist's pupils and its color. You can mix and match for a natural or otherworldly appearance.

Apply Makeup

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Makeup

Add face paint, lip color, or blush to further beautify your avatar's face.

Select the Protagonist's Voice

Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition - Choose Voice

Pick your character’s voice from several preset options. The list also displays who the voice actor for each one!

List of Voice Actors and Cast

Name Your Protagonist

Name

After creating your character's appearance, a brief cutscene will happen. Then, you will be prompted to enter a name for your avatar.

There is no way to rename your character after deciding so choose wisely.

What is the Protagonist's Canon Name?

Can You Change Your Appearance Later On?

Appearance Can Be Changed Later at Yardley's Hideaway

After you finished customizing your character, you have to wait until Chapter 5 to to change it again. You must complete the Yardley’s Scheme mission.

By unlocking Yardley’s Hideaway from the mission, you can change your character’s gender, hairstyle, body type, and more whenever you like.

How to Change Appearance

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