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[[File:Choose Gender.png|right|thumb|400px|Character customization]] When starting ''[[Mass Effect: Andromeda]]'', players have the option to '''customize a character''' or quick-start as either [[Sara Ryder|Sara]] or [[Scott Ryder]]. ==Choose gender== Players can choose to play as a female, [[Sara Ryder]], or a male, [[Scott Ryder]]. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Loaded - previous Ryder.png|Choose Gender menu File:Choose Gender - female.png|Default Female - Sara Ryder File:Choose Gender - male.png|Default Male - Scott Ryder </gallery> ==Customize appearance== Players can choose the default appearance for Ryder or select a custom appearance to customize their look. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Appearance.png|Customize Appearance menu File:Customize Appearance - default appearance.png|Default Appearance </gallery> ===Presets=== [[File:Presets Icon.png|50px]] There are 10 head presets available for each twin: <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Appearance - presets screen.png|Presets menu </gallery> ====Sara==== <gallery mode="packed"> File:Sara Preset 1.png|Female head 1 File:Sara Preset 2.png|Female head 2 File:Sara Preset 3.png|Female head 3 File:Sara Preset 4.png|Female head 4 File:Sara Preset 5.png|Female head 5 File:Sara Preset 6.png|Female head 6 File:Sara Preset 7.png|Female head 7 File:Sara Preset 8.png|Female head 8 File:Sara Preset 9.png|Female head 9 File:Sara Preset 10.png|Female head 10 </gallery> ====Scott==== <gallery mode="packed"> File:Scott Preset 1.png|Male head 1 File:Scott Preset 2.png|Male head 2 File:Scott Preset 3.png|Male head 3 File:Scott Preset 4.png|Male head 4 File:Scott Preset 5.png|Male head 5 File:Scott Preset 6.png|Male head 6 File:Scott Preset 7.png|Male head 7 File:Scott Preset 8.png|Male head 8 File:Scott Preset 9.png|Male head 9 File:Scott Preset 10.png|Male head 10 </gallery> ===Face=== [[File:Face Icon.png|35px]] Players can customize seven facial features. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Appearance - Face screen.png|Face menu </gallery> *'''Skin''' **Complexion - 11 different [[Skin#Complexion|types]] **Skin Tone - 20 different [[Skin#Skin Tone|tones]] *'''Brow''' **Brow Height - 21 different [[Brow#Brow Height|heights]] **Brow Depth - 21 different [[Brow#Brow Depth|depths]] *'''Cheek''' **Cheek Height - 21 different [[Cheek#Cheek Height|heights]] **Cheek Width - 21 different [[Cheek#Cheek Width|widths]] **Cheekbone Width - 21 different [[Cheek#Cheekbone Width|widths]] *'''Chin''' **Chin Height - 21 different [[Chin#Chin Height|heights]] **Chin Depth - 21 different [[Chin#Chin Depth|depths]] **Chin Width - 21 different [[Chin#Chin Width|widths]] **Jaw Width - 21 different [[Chin#Jaw Width|widths]] *'''Eyes''' **Eye Height - 21 different [[Eyes#Eye Height|heights]] **Eye Depth - 21 different [[Eyes#Eye Depth|depths]] **Eye Width - 21 different [[Eyes#Eye Width|widths]] *'''Mouth''' **Lip Thickness - 21 different [[Mouth#Lip Thickness|thicknesses]] **Mouth Height - 21 different [[Mouth#Mouth Height|heights]] **Mouth Depth - 21 different [[Mouth#Mouth Depth|depths]] **Mouth Width - 21 different [[Mouth#Mouth Width|widths]] *'''Nose''' **Nose Height - 21 different [[Nose#Nose Height|heights]] **Nose Depth - 21 different [[Nose#Nose Depth|depths]] **Nose Width - 21 different [[Nose#Nose Width|widths]] **Nose Size - 21 different [[Nose#Nose Size|sizes]] ===Hair style=== [[File:Hair Style Icon.png|35px]] The player can customize hair style and color for either twin. Facial hair is available to male Ryders. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Appearance - Hair Style screen.png|Hair Style menu </gallery> * '''Hair style''' - 24 different [[Hairstyle|styles]] * '''Hair color''' - 64 different [[Hair color|hues]] * '''Facial hair type''' - Males only, with 8 different [[Facial hair|options]] * '''Facial hair color''' - Males only, with 64 different [[Hair color|hues]] ===Eyes=== [[File:Eyes Icon.png|44px]] The player can customize outer and inner eye color. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Appearance - Eyes screen.png|Eyes menu </gallery> * '''Outer color''' - Uses an [[RGB dial]] * '''Inner color''' - Uses an RGB dial ===Makeup=== [[File:Makeup Icon.png|30px]] The player can customize the style and color of four types of makeup. All types are available to both twins. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Appearance - Makeup screen.png|Makeup menu </gallery> * '''Eyeliner style''' - 8 different styles of [[Makeup#Eyeliner|eyeliner]] and adjustable opacity * '''Eyeliner color''' - Uses an [[RGB dial]] * '''Eye shadow''' - 8 different styles of [[Makeup#Eye Shadow|eye shadow]] and adjustable opacity * '''Eye shadow color''' - Uses an RGB dial * '''Lipstick style''' - 8 different styles of [[Makeup#Lipstick|lipstick]] and adjustable opacity and gloss * '''Lipstick color''' - Uses an RGB dial * '''Blush style''' - 3 different styles of [[Makeup#Blush|blush]] and adjustable opacity * '''Blush color''' - Uses an RGB dial ===Scars & tattoos=== [[File:Scars & Tattoos Icon.png|35px]] The player can add scars and tattoos to either twin. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Appearance - Scars and Tattoos screen.png|Scars and Tattoos menu </gallery> * '''Scar tissue''' - 27 different [[Scar|styles]] of scars and adjustable intensity * '''Tattoo designs''' - 14 different [[Tattoo|styles]] of tattoos, including face and neck tattoos * '''Tattoo color''' - Uses an [[RGB dial]] ==Choose training== Players can choose the special [[training]] Ryder received in the Milky Way before joining the [[Andromeda Initiative]]. This training determines what power you'll have from the start and what [[skill]]s you'll gain early access to. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Choose Training.png|Choose Training menu File:Choose Training - previous training selected.png|Training Selection </gallery> ==Choose name== Players can use the default first name of Sara or Scott, or choose their own. If the default is chosen, sometimes [[character]]s in the game will use the player's first name. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Choose Name.png|Choose Name menu File:Choose Name - Rename Your Character.png|Rename Your Character </gallery> ==Customize twin== Players can choose the default appearance for their twin or customize their look. This uses the same customization options as the player's character outlined above. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize Twin.png|Customize Twin menu File:Customize Twin - previous choice selected.png|Customized Appearance File:Customize Twin - presets screen.png|Presets menu </gallery> ==Inherit Alec Ryder Appearance== Player can choose the appearance of your father, Alec Ryder. His appearance can either adapt to your player's customization, or remain as the default version. With this option ON, Alec Ryder's appearance will be based on your customized Ryder. Setting this OFF will use Alec Ryder's default appearance. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Inherit Alec Ryder Appearance.png|Inherit Alec Ryder Appearance menu File:Ganit and Dad.png|Inherited Traits Example </gallery> ==Customize history== Players can choose the gender of the legendary Commander Shepard, first [[human]] Spectre and the Hero of the [[Glossary of Terms#Codex|Citadel]]. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Customize History.png|Customize History menu File:Customize History - female Shepard.png|Female Shepard File:Customize History - male Shepard.png|Male Shepard </gallery> ==Upload character data== Checking this option uploads the character to the Mass Effect Archives website, where players can re-import it in the future or share it with friends. This option requires an active internet connection. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Upload Character Data.png|Upload Character Data menu File:Character Customization - Active Connection Required.png|Internet Connection Required </gallery> ==Import character data== For players that have set up an account on the [https://masseffectarchives.com/en_US/ Mass Effect Archives] website, this option allows them to import a ''Mass Effect: Andromeda'' character they've previously uploaded or use custom appearances that others have shared online. This option requires an active internet connection. The set will not be displayed and there is no confirmation before the load. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Import Character Data.png|Import Character Data menu </gallery> ==Confirm & start game== This menu will give a brief summary of the current state of the customizable options. After review, the option to confirm and start the game is possible from this menu. Gender:<br> Appearance: Custom Appearance or Default Appearance<br> Training: Selected [[training]] or [[Training#Security|Security]] (default)<br> Name: (custom name) Ryder or Sara/Scott Ryder<br> Twin: Custom Appearance or Default Appearance<br> Alec Ryder Appearance: Inherit Customized Appearance or Default Appearance<br> History: Female Shepard or Male Shepard<br> <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Confirm and Start Game.png|Confirm & Start Game menu </gallery> ===Difficulty=== Once '''Confirm & Start Game''' is selected, the '''Difficulty''' menu will appear. There are five choices of difficulty: *NARRATIVE: This difficulty level is intended for players who are more interested in story than combat. Challenge level is very low. *CASUAL: This difficulty level is intended for players inexperienced with shooters. Challenge level is somewhat reduced. *NORMAL: This difficulty is intended for players with experience playing shooters and RPGs. This is the baseline Mass Effect combat experience. *HARDCORE: This difficulty is intended for players looking for a greater challenge. Advanced gameplay skills required. *INSANITY: This difficulty level is intended for players seeking the ultimate challenge. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Character Customization - Narrative Difficulty.png|Narrative File:Character Customization - Casual Difficulty.png|Casual File:Character Customization - Normal Difficulty.png|Normal File:Character Customization - Hardcore Difficulty.png|Hardcore File:Character Customization - Insanity Difficulty.png|Insanity </gallery> '''Be Aware!''' - If you are attempting to attain the [[Unwavering]] [[Achievements and trophies|achievement or trophy]] by completing an Insanity-level playthrough, you must select that difficulty from this menu and '''NOT''' change the difficulty level until the game is completed. If you change the [[Gameplay#Difficulty|difficulty]] at any time using the [[Gameplay]] sub-menu in the [[Settings]] menu, this achievement can be lost. Selecting a difficulty level will bring up a final confirmation screen. This is the last chance to make and changes before selecting to start the game. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Character Customization - Final Confirmation.png|Final Confirmation </gallery> ==Exit - don't make changes== At anytime during the customization process, there is an option to exit the character customization menu and not save any changes. There will be an on screen prompt of this so that any changes aren't accidently lost. <gallery mode="packed" heights="150px"> File:Exit - Confirmation.png| Exit - Confirmation screen </gallery> ==Notes== Either of the Ryder twins' appearance after initial creation can be modified during the game by using the [[Facial Reconstruction Suite]] in the [[Tempest]] [[Med Bay]], which becomes available upon returning to the [[Tempest]] after establishing [[Prodromos]]. The specific [[weapon]] found during the objective ''Optional: Collect ammo and additional weapons'' during the [[mission]] [[Planetside]] is tied to the [[training]] selected during character customization. {| class="wikitable" width=18% |- ! scope="col"|Training ! scope="col"|Weapon |- | [[Training#Security|Security]] || [[Charger]] |- | [[Training#Biotic|Biotic]] || [[Charger]] |- | [[Training#Technician|Technician]] || [[Viper]] |- | [[Training#Leader|Leader]] || [[M-23 Katana]] |- | [[Training#Scrapper|Scrapper]] || [[M-23 Katana]] |- | [[Training#Operative|Operative]] || [[Viper]] |- |} ==External links== * [https://masseffectarchives.com Mass Effect Archives] [[Category:Mass Effect: Andromeda]] [[Category:Character customization| ]]
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