Resolve (RES, 
) is one of the primary attributes in Pillars of Eternity and Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire. The in-game description reads:
Effects[ | ]
| Bonuses | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will | Deflection | Hostile Effects Duration (Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire) |
Concentration (Pillars of Eternity) | |
| 2 | -16 | -8 | +24% | -24 |
| 3 | -14 | -7 | +21% | -21 |
| 4 | -12 | -6 | +18% | -18 |
| 5 | -10 | -5 | +15% | -15 |
| 6 | -8 | -4 | +12% | -12 |
| 7 | -6 | -3 | +9% | -9 |
| 8 | -4 | -2 | +6% | -6 |
| 9 | -2 | -1 | +3% | -3 |
| 10 | no change | |||
| 11 | +2 | +1 | -3% | +3 |
| 12 | +4 | +2 | -6% | +6 |
| 13 | +6 | +3 | -9% | +9 |
| 14 | +8 | +4 | -12% | +12 |
| 15 | +10 | +5 | -15% | +15 |
| 16 | +12 | +6 | -18% | +18 |
| 17 | +14 | +7 | -21% | +21 |
| 18 | +16 | +8 | -24% | +24 |
| 19 | +18 | +9 | -27% | +27 |
| 20 | +20 | +10 | -30% | +30 |
| 21 | +22 | +11 | -33% | +33 |
| 22 | +24 | +12 | -36% | +36 |
| 23 | +26 | +13 | -39% | +39 |
| 24 | +28 | +14 | -42% | +42 |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
Combat[ | ]
Per point of Resolve above/below 10, a character gains:
- ±2 to their Will defense.
- ±1 to their Deflection defense.
- ±3% to Hostile Effect duration (Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire only).
- ±3 to their Concentration (Pillars of Eternity only).
See Combat for more explanation on how bonuses are calculated and applied.
Dialog and scripted interactions[ | ]
In conversations, the protagonist's resolve is frequently checked for persuading people to do what you want, or for delivering a convincing lie or performance.
In scripted interactions, depending on the script, party member Resolve may be checked to determine success or the player can select a party member to tackle the challenge.
See Uses of Resolve in interactions for a detailed list.
Allocation[ | ]
A player character's Resolve score is allocated during character creation, and does not progress with levels. By default you may put between 3 and 18 points in it, but the character's race and culture can modify those limits - for example for a Human from Aedyr, it would be between 5 and 20:
| Human | +1 |
| Orlan | +1 |
| Aedyr | +1 |
| Ixamitl Plains | +1 |
Buffs in Pillars of Eternity[ | ]
There are various ways to (temporarily) increase a character's Resolve beyond their base score. These buffs are not restricted to the upper limit that is imposed during character creation - so a temporary score of 30 or more is not impossible.
Passive abilities/talents[ | ]
unlimited – permanently active once learned
| Type | Ability | RES modifier |
|---|---|---|
| Quest reward talent | Berath's Boon | +1 |
| Rewarded talent | Effigy's Resentment | +1 |
Equipment[ | ]
one – bonus while equipped
| Slot | Item | RES modifier |
|---|---|---|
| Head | Ultimate Hat of Alluring Perfection [WM1] | -2 |
| Hands | Bracers of Enduring | +1 |
| Neck | Cloak of the Theocrat | +1 |
| Head | Company Captain's Cap [DP] | +1 |
| Neck | Glanfathan Adraswen | +1 |
| Fingers | Snerf's Folly | +1 |
| Head | The Pilgrim's Lasting Vigil | +1 |
| Fingers | The Ring of Wonder | +1 |
| Neck | Unwavering Resolve | +1 |
| Head | Waage's Hat of Leadership | +1 |
| Armor | Coat of Ill Payment | +2 |
| Neck | Amulet of Joka'te | +2 |
| Waist | Broad Belt of Power | +2 |
| Head | Dandy Hat of the Diseased Yak | +2 |
| Neck | Lost Periapt of the Winding Path [WM2] | +2 |
| Fingers | Serel's Ring | +2 |
| Armor | Kerdhed Pames | +3 |
| Head | Argwes Adra's Helm [WM2] | +3 |
| Fingers | Ring of Changing Heart [WM1] | +3 |
| Neck | Shroud of Mourning | +3 |
| Hands | Siegebreaker Gauntlets [WM2] | +4 |
| Head | Company Captain's Cap [DP] | +3 |
| Armor | Of Resolve 1 Enchantment | +1 |
| Armor | Of Resolve 2 Enchantment | +2 |
Resting bonuses[ | ]
| Location | Inn | Room | RES modifier | Lasts for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilded Vale | Blackhound Inn | Dyrwood's Pride | +2 | 2 rests |
| Copperlane | Fox and Goose | Merchant's Stay | +1 | 2 rests |
| Hearthsong | Celestial Sapling | Celestial Suite | +2 | 1 rest |
| Hearthsong | Celestial Sapling | Wanderer's Reprieve | +1 | 2 rest |
| Caed Nua | Brighthollow | Chapel | +3 | 3 rests |
Prostitute boons[ | ]
one – for the protagonist only
| Location | Brothel | Prostitute | RES modifier | Lasts for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondra's Gift | Salty Mast | Big Durmsey | +2 | 1 rest |
| Ondra's Gift | Salty Mast | Iqali | +1 | 1 rest |
Modal or active buffs[ | ]
one – which includes:
Active abilities/spells
– temporary bonus when used
| Type | Ability | RES modifier | Duration | Affected characters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Item | Lord's Authority | +5 | 30 sec | user |
| Type | Class | Ability | Effects | Duration | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invocation | Chanter | The Brideman Slew Thirty 'Fore They Crossed Half the Hall | Friendly AoE: +5 Constitution, Might, Resolve for 30.0 sec • Caster: Applies the same effect as Friendly AoE | 30.0 seconds | Length: 3.0m 90° Cone |
| Item | Depression | User: -1 Resolve for 20.0 sec | 20.0 seconds | ||
| Item | Lord's Authority | User: +5 Might, +5 Resolve, Immunity to Charmed, Dominated for 30.0 sec | 30 seconds | ||
| Power | Cipher | Psychovampiric Shield | Target: Drains -10 Resolve for +25 Deflection for 20.0 sec | 20.0 seconds | |
| Spell | Priest | Crowns for the Faithful | Friendly AoE: +6 Perception, +6 Intellect, +25 Resolve for 30.0 sec | 30.0 seconds | 1.25m Radius |
| Spell | Priest | Holy Power | Friendly Aura: +3 Might, +7 Resolve for 30.0 sec | 30.0 seconds | Aura Range: 1.3m |
| Spell | Priest | Minor Avatar | Caster: +20% Melee Damage, +20% Ranged Damage, +8 Might, +8 Dexterity, +8 Constitution, +8 Perception, +8 Resolve, +8 Intellect, +40 Max Endurance for 30.0 sec | 30.0 seconds | |
| Spell | Wizard | Arkemyr's Wondrous Torment | Foe Target: -10 Resolve, Intellect, Perception for 10.0 sec | 10.0 seconds | |
| Spell | Wizard | Miasma of Dull-Mindedness | AoE: -6 Perception, -6 Intellect, -6 Resolve for 12.0 sec | 12.0 seconds | 1.25m Radius |
Consumable items
– temporary bonus when used
| Type | Item | RES modifier | Duration | Affected characters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| food | Dragon Egg | +3 | 300 sec | user |
| food | Dragon Egg Dish | +3 | 300 sec | user |
| food | Dragon Meat | +3 | 150 sec | user |
| food | Dragon Meat Dish | +3 | 150 sec | user |
Buffs in Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire[ | ]
Most resolve buffs are applied via one of the three Resolve Inspirations; Steadfast, Resolute, and Courageous. Stacking rules apply depending on whether the effect is passive or active. Generally, all passives stack - but actives do not and will instead use the highest bonus. In the case of inspirations, a Tier 1 inspiration will always be superseded by a Tier 2 one of the same type, and so on.
Passive effects[ | ]
unlimited – obtained during gameplay
| Name | RES modifier | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Alchemic Wits | +2 | Until rest |
| Berath's Blessing - Champion Stats | +2 | Permanent |
| Cauldron Brew | +1 | Permanent |
| Effigy's Resentment: Grieving Mother | +1 | Permanent |
| Effigy's Resentment: Pallegina | +1 | Permanent |
| Fortune: Determination | +1 | Until rest |
| Nature's Resolve | +2 | Until rest |
| Rikuhu's Blessing | +2 | Until rest |
Abilities/spells[ | ]
one – temporary bonus when used, mostly combat only
| Type | Ability | RES modifier | Duration | Affected characters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th Level Chanter Invocation 6th Level Chanter Invocation |
The Brideman Slew Thirty 'Fore They Crossed Half the Hall ..Each Kill Fed His Fury |
+5 (Steadfast) | 30.0 sec | Allied AoE + Self |
| 2nd Level Cipher Spell | Psychovampiric Shield | +5 (Steadfast) | 20.0 sec | Self |
| 4th Level Cipher Spell | Wild Leech | +5 (Steadfast)* | 45.0 sec | Self (Random Effect) |
| 5th Level Cipher Spell | Echoing Shield | +5 (Resolute) | 30.0 sec | Allied AoE |
| 7th Level Fighter Ability | Unbending Shield | +5 (Resolute) | 15.0 sec | Allied AoE |
| 8th Level Fighter Ability | Inspired Discipline | +5 (Steadfast) | 30.0 sec | Self |
| 3rd Level Paladin Ability | Hands of Light | +5 (Courageous) | 8.0 sec | Allied Target |
| 4th Level Paladin Ability 6th Level Paladin Ability |
Liberating Exhortation Liberating Command |
+5 (Steadfast) | 20.0 sec | Target |
| 6th Level Paladin Ability | Remanding Exhortation | +5 (Resolute) | 20.0 sec | Target |
| 7th Level Paladin Ability | Reinforcing Command | +5 (Resolve) | 12.0 sec | Allied Target' |
| 2nd Level Priest Spell | Holy Meditation | +5 (Resolute) | 15.0 sec | Friendly AoE |
| 5th Level Priest Spell | Champion's Boon | +5 (Resolute) | 30.0 sec | Friendly Target |
| 7th Level Priest Spell | Minor Avatar | +5 (Steadfast) | 30.0 sec | Self |
| 8th Level Priest Spell | Crowns for the Faithful | +5 (Steadfast) | 30.0 sec | Friendly AoE |
| 8th Level Ranger Ability | Bonded Fury | +5 (Resolve) | 30.0 sec | Animal Companion |
| 1st Level Wizard Spell | Conjure Familiar: Beetle | +3 | 60.0 sec | Self |
| 7th Level Wizard Spell | Bekarna's Midnight Daydream [FS] | +5 (Resolute)* | 12.0 sec | Allied Target (Random Effect) |
| Watcher-only Ability | No Pity for the Lost | +5 (Steadfast) | 20.0 sec | Self |
Weapons[ | ]
unlimited – bonus only in combat, and either triggers under certain conditions or granted as a castable ability
| Weapon type | Name | Enchantment | RES modifier | Condition | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossbow | Scourge of Bezzello | Soothing Bolts | +5 (Steadfast) | On scoring a Crit to allies near the target | 4.0 sec |
| Great sword | Effort | Inspiring Demise | +5 (Courageous) | While under 25% health | - |
| Great sword | Effort | Valiant Demise | +5 (Steadfast) | To nearby allies when the wielder is knocked out | 20.0 sec |
| Hunting bow | Aamiina's Legacy | Warning of Blue Water | +5 (Resolute) | Freely castable | 25.0 sec |
| Mace | Magistrate's Cudgel | Fair Trial | +5 (Steadfast)* | 1-in-6 chance upon being afflicted | 15.0 sec |
| Sword | Griffin's Blade | Loyal Companion | +5 (Steadfast) | To nearby allies when the wielder is Bloodied (25-50% Health) | 12.0 sec |
| Wand | The Weyc's Wand [FS] | Wael's Inspiration | +5 (Courageous) | After empowering a spell | 8.0 sec |
| War hammer | Last Word | Silence in Death | +5 (Steadfast) | Per kill | 6.0 sec |
Equipment[ | ]
unlimited – bonus only in combat, and either triggers under certain conditions or granted as a castable ability
| Type | Item | Enchantment | RES modifier | Condition | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belt | Least Unstable Coil [SSS] | Empowered Being | +5 (Courageous) | 1-in-6 chance after using an Empowered Spell or ability | 10.0 sec |
| Cloak | Hakori's Refuge [SSS] | Bold In Danger | +5 (Steadfast) | 20% chance when crit | 8.0 sec |
| Padded armor | Gipon Prudensco | Bravado | +5 (Steadfast) | On combat start | 15.0 sec |
| Plate armor | Blackened Plate Armor | Contentment in Pain | +5 (Steadfast)* | When the wearer first becomes Bloodied (25-50% Health) | 30.0 sec |
| Ring | Harmony | Commitment | +1 | While within 2.5m of a bonded ally. | - |
| Ring | Ring of Clenched Muscle [FS] | Test Subject | +5 (Steadfast)* | 10% chance to trigger random tier 1 Inspiration on being hit. 1-in-6 chance for it to be Steadfast. | 10.0 sec |
| Small shield | Outworn Buckler | Symbol of Inspiration | +5 (Steadfast) | 1% Chance when receiving damage to nearby allies | 10.0 sec |
| Small shield | Outworn Buckler | Beacon of Inspiration | +5 (Steadfast) | 3% Chance when receiving damage to nearby allies | 10.0 sec |
| Small shield | Outworn Buckler | Symbol of Courage | +5 (Steadfast/Resolute/Courageous) | 1% Chance when receiving damage to nearby allies (1 in 3 chance to be Steadfast) | 10.0 sec |
| Necklace | Chain of Rightful Authority [SSS] | Rightful Vengeance | +1 | Per party members KO'd | Until end of combat |
| Necklace | Neriscyrlas' Hope [BW] | ||||
| Necklace | Tooth of Toamowhai [SSS] | ||||
| Amulet | Crown of the Exiled Queen [FS] | ||||
| Amulet | Weight of Revelation [FS] |
unlimited – bonus while equipped
| Type | Item | Enchantment | RES modifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amulet | Token of Faith | Of Resolve 2 | +2 |
| Boots | Boots of the Stone | Firm Foundation | +1 |
| Boots | Boots of the White | Shod for Winter | +1 |
| Boots | Shorewalker Sandals | Certain Stride | +1 |
| Cloak | Badrwn's Cover | Steeled in Darkness | +1 |
| Cloak | Cloak of Poverty [DMT] | Impoverished | +0 to 5 (increases when the party has little currency) |
| Cloak | Cloak of the Theocrat | Of Resolve | +1 |
| Cloak | Ragged Cloak | Vestment of Skaen | +1 |
| Ring | Chameleon's Touch | Versatile | +1 (as Druid/Priest) |
| Ring | Harmony | Commitment | +1 |
| Ring | Ring of the Solitary Wanderer | Self-Motivated | +1 |
Pets[ | ]
unlimited – bonus while equipped to either self or party
| Pet | Target | RES modifier |
|---|---|---|
| Chilli | Self | +1 |
| Eliel | Self | +1 |
| Eviee | Self | +2 |
| Grog | Self | +1 |
| Nalvi | Self | +1 |
| Nebula | Party (in AoE) | +5 (Steadfast) 1-in-6 chance for 10.0 sec every 12 seconds |
| Roxy | Self | +1 |
| Stinky Pete | Self | +1 |
| Zorro | Self | +1 |
Resting bonuses[ | ]
one - until next rest
| Location | Room | Cost | RES modifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tikawara, Himuihi | Gentle Breeze |  400 |
+2 |
| ? [BW] | Fireside Bed | 200 |
+2 |
Prostitute boons[ | ]
one – for the protagonist only, lasts until next rest.
| Location | Prostitute | RES modifier |
|---|---|---|
| Queen's Berth, The Wild Mare | Rabyuna | +2 |
Consumable items[ | ]
one – for the user until next rest
| Type | Item | RES modifier |
|---|---|---|
| Food | Fried Ugly | +1 |
| Food | Hagfish | +1 |
| Food | Seafood Stew | +1 |
| Drink | Rice Wine | +2 |
unlimited – for the user for a duration (sometimes only in combat)
| Type | Item | RES modifier | Duration | Combat only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug | Ripple Sponge | +3 | 180.0 sec | |
| Potion | Potion of Mental Prowess | +2 | 45.0 sec | 
|
| Potion | Vial of Starlight [DMT] | +5 | 10.0 sec |
|
| Scroll | Deck of Endless Possibilities [DMT] | +5 (Steadfast)* | 30 sec |
|
Class[ | ]
unlimited – permanently to the character, sometimes under a condition
| Type | Name | RES modifier | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subclass | Wild Mind | +5 (Courageous) | Small chance on casting ability |
Debuffs in Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire[ | ]
Most resolve debuffs are applied via one of the three Resolve afflictions; Frightened, Shaken, and Terrified. Stacking rules apply depending on whether the effect is passive or active. Generally, all passives stack - but actives do not and will instead use the highest penalty . In the case of afflictions, a Tier 1 affliction will always be superseded by a Tier 2 one of the same type, and so on.
Abilities/Spells[ | ]
one – temporary penalty when used, mostly combat only
| Type | Ability | RES modifier | Duration | Affected characters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Druid Spell | Druid Bear Terrifying Roar | -5 (Frightened) | 10.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| Core Priest Spell | Holy Radiance | -5 (Shaken) | 15.0 sec | Foe Vessel AoE |
| 1st Level Cipher Ability | Tenuous Grasp | -5 (Shaken) | 20.0 sec | Foe Target |
| 1st Level Barbarian Ability
4th Level Barbarian Ability 9th Level Barbarian Ability |
Barbaric Yell | -5 (Shaken) | 20.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 2nd Level Cipher Spell | Psychovampiric Shield | -10 | 20.0 sec | Target |
| 2nd Level Wizard Spell | Miasma of Dull-Mindedness | -10 | 20.0 sec | AoE |
| 3rd Level Cipher Ability | Secret Horrors | -5 (Frightened) | 15.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 3rd Level Rogue(Trickster) Ability
3rd Level Wizard Spell |
Ryngrim's Repulsive Visage | -5 (Terrified) | 4.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 3rd Level Chanter Invocation
5th Level Chanter Invocation |
Reny Daret's Ghost Spake, | -5 (Frightened) | 15.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 4th Level Cipher Spell | Wild Leech | -5 (Shaken) | - | Target (Random Effect) |
| 4th Level Chanter Invocation | ...And Their Fear Followed | -5 (Frightened) | 6.0 sec | AoE (after 4.0 sec to Paralyzed targets) |
| 4th Level Priest Spell | Divine Terror | -5 (Frightened) | 20.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 4th Level Barbarian Ability
9th Level Barbarian Ability |
Barbaric Roar | -5 (Shaken) | 20.0 sec | Foe Target |
| 5th Level Rogue Ability | Eliminating Blow | -5 (Shaken) | 12.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 5th Level Priest(Woedica) Spell | Writ of War | -5 (Shaken) | 15.0 sec | AoE |
| 5th Level Druid Spell | Nature's Terror | -5 (Frightened) | 4.0 sec | AoE |
| 5th Level Wizard Spell | Ryngrim's Enervating Terror | -5 (Terrified) | 15.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 6th Level Druid Spell | Venombloom | -5 (Frightened) | 8.0 sec | Target |
| 7th Level Cipher Passive Ability | Echoing Horror | -5 (Frightened) | 12.0 sec | Foe AoE per kill |
| 7th Level Barbarian Ability | Spirit Tornado | -5 (Terrified) | 4.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 8th Level Priest(Rymrgand) Spell | Symbol of Rymrgand | -5 (Frightened) | 6.0 sec | Foe AoE |
| 9th Level Cipher Ability | Haunting Chains | -5 (Terrified) | 20.0 sec | Target |
Class[ | ]
unlimited – permanently to the character, sometimes under a condition
| Type | Name | RES modifier | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subclass | Wild Mind | -5 (Terrified) | Small chance on casting ability |
| Subclass | Tactician | -5 (Shaken) | While Flanked |
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