If you’re just getting started in Aion, this is the place to be. This will guide you through the basics of logging in, choosing a Race and Class, and through the Character Creation process.

Related Pages: Basic Interface | Adventuring | Interactions

To login into the game, enter your Account Name and Password in the field provided and click the OK button. This will take you to the User Agreement screen. Click on I Accept to continue. next, you will want to choose a server and create a character.

Other options available on the login screen:

> Options - This section allows the user to change and modify various Graphic and Sound settings.

> Credits - This screen gives credit to all the individuals involved in the making and upkeep of the game. You can press the ESC key at any time to exit.

> Quit - This option shuts down the game client, taking you back to your desktop.

> Server Name - Characters can only be played on the server in which they were created. Characters cannot be transferred to another server. The list shows the most recently played Server Name at the top.

> Characters - Lists the number of characters you have on that server. You can have a maximum number of 8 characters for the entire account.

> Status  - The status indicated depends on the number of users on that server. Status can be:

    > Low

    > Medium

    > High

    > Down - Under Maintenance

Highlight the server you wish to play on and click Select Server to continue.

This is actually a very important step and you may wish to read up on Aion Lore before making this decision. Once you choose your race on a particular server, you will only be able to create characters of that race on that server.

If you would like to venture to the other side, you will need to choose a different server for that race. You can also delete all of your characters on a server to start over with Select Race.

Elyos: 

We are the Elyos, the rightful lords of Elysea, the lower half of the shattered world of Atreia.

Like the Ancient Atreians, we dwell in light and warmth and our culture is rich beyond compare. We are blessed with elegance and beauty, and our skin with warmth and radiance.

The gloom-cursed Asmodians dwell in the upper half of our world. Since the Cataclysm they have become fierce and bestial, with pointed claws and manes. Their bodies are muscular and monstrous, and their eyes glow red when they are roused to anger.
 

Asmodians:

We are the Asmodians, the inhabitants of the upper half of the shattered globe of Atreia. Our world is harsh, but we are strong and adaptable.

To help us survive, our nails became pointed claws and we developed manes on our backs for warmth. Do not anger us, for we show no mercy to our foes.

The sun-blighted Elyos infest Elysea, the lower half of Atreia. Those clawless little lordlings see themselves as the true descendents of Ancient Atreians. However, the ancients would be ashamed to see how weak and puny they have become.

When you are ready, select a race and click Next to continue.

Elyos

> Warrior: Warriors specialize in close combat, utilizing their great physical strength and prowess. They exhibit a wide range of dazzling battle skills other classes cannot perform, though Warriors are relatively easy to play.

> Scout: Scouts provide the best variety of play styles of all the basic classes. They benefit from great agility and can make speedy attacks, though how well they perform varies, depending on the player. The Scout is an extremely versatile class.

> Mage: Mages rely on their mastery of magic to deal large amounts of damage at long range. They are comparatively weak at close combat, and it is important for them to learn how to divert and evade the enemy.

> Priest: Priests specialize in healing magic and can use long-range spells to help allies and hinder the enemy. While Priests are more than capable of engaging in melee combat, they can use healing and protection spells to aid allies in battle.

Asmodian

You can select any of the character types to read a brief description of their skills and statistics.

Once you’ve made your decision, click on the desired class and sex type and choose Next.

Related Page: Classes

You’re going to be spending a lot of time with your new character, so make sure it’s just how you want it. There are limitless possibilities for customization and creativity, and enough styles to suit any taste.

When you first arrive at the Create Character screen you will be randomly given a preset face and body.

Character Creation Screen:

> Race/Class - Above the Character Name field it will list the Race/Class that you have selected. You can use the Previous button if you change your mind.

> Character Name/Check Name - Choose a character name and use the Check Name function to see if it’s available or already in use.

> Face Options - There are many preset Face types to choose from. The customization window to the right contains two tabs, specifically for facial features. These range from hair color/type, decorations, tattoos, to the most detailed features, such as face, brow, and ear shapes.

> Body Options - There are several body types to choose from. When you select the body frame icon to make a choice, the customization window to the right will display various options for your character’s body type.

> Voice - There are 4 different Voice Options - Press the Listen button to hear each voice.

Character Preview

> You can use the arrows to rotate your character to the left or right allowing different viewing angles while making customizations

> You can zoom in and out using the + and - icons

> Use the three buttons below the arrows and zoom feature to view your character as it would look with minimum clothing, with starting armor, and with advanced armor.

When you are happy with your character, click Create. This will take you back to the Character Selection Screen where you can select your newly created character and click Start.

Related page: Character Creation