Kai

“

Name's Kai. I've been a soldier, a sailor, and a halfway-decent baritone.

”

~ Kai, introducing himself to the Envoy

Kai is a coastal aumaua and a recruitable companion in Avowed.

Background[]

Prior to his arrival in the Living Lands, Kai served as a soldier in the Rauataian Navy. He participated in the Rauataian campaign in the Deadfire Archipelago before deserting. Subsequently, he and several fellow soldiers sought refuge in Thirdborn, a settlement of Rauataian expatriates in the Living Lands. After spending some time in Thirdborn, Kai embarked on a nomadic journey through the region in pursuit of change. Eventually, he settled in Paradis, where he worked as a mercenary for six years until encountering the Envoy.

Interactions[]

	This character is a party member.

Companion[]

Kai is the first companion you encounter in the game. He can be found at the docks on Claviger's Landing, in Dawnshore, and is recruited after speaking to Militia Captain Cynric.

Descriptions[]

The following descriptions are from in-game content and material associated with the game:

“

Kai is a coastal aumaua from the nation of Rauatai, and given his military experience and exploits in the Living Lands, retains a groomed aesthetic as well as maintaining his physical fitness. He prefers not to overburden himself with heavy armor, and instead relies and skill and speed over bulky defenses, like many Rauataian naval fighters.

Companionable, laid-back, and experienced, he's the most stable and straightforward of the player's companions and the one you'd vote "most likely to have a beer with."

”

~ Kai Cosplay Guide

“

Kai is a Coastal Aumaua currently residing in the Living Lands and is one of the only friendly faces you’ll find here. He is a former soldier, and his idealistic and pragmatic temperament will help guide you as you venture out into this wild frontier.

”

~ Feargus Urquhart on Xbox Wire^[1]

“

Kai is a seasoned soldier and mercenary from the Rauataian Empire. Restless but affable, his wandering has led him to the Living Lands in search of a peace he has yet to find.

As an experienced and battle-tested veteran, Kai can withstand damage and draw enemy aggression. His incendiary ammunition can burn away flammable obstacles.

”

~ In-game description

Behind the scenes[]

Kai is voiced by Brandon Keener, who is also known as the voice of Garrus Vakarian in the Mass Effect series.^[2]^[3]
Kai was written by Carrie Patel.^[4]
Kai was the first companion announced, and narrates the first gameplay trailer for Avowed.^[5]
On August 2, 2023, Obsidian released a Kai Cosplay Guide, featuring concept art by Goodname Digital Art Studio.^[6]^[7]