The official gallery lists the Protagonist, Iori, Wyzeman, Zash, Argo, Stina, Musoh, Kirito, Asuna, Agil, Klein, Lisbeth, and Silica.
Your protagonist
Echoes of Aincrad places a customizable avatar at the center of the story. Appearance is created after the beta section, while combat identity comes from the weapon, attributes, equipment, Sword Skills, EX-Mods, and partner selected for each quest.
Original cast
| Character | Spoiler-light context |
|---|---|
| Iori | A central early companion tied closely to the player's path through Aincrad. |
| Wyzeman | Part of the original cast encountered in this version of the Aincrad story. |
| Zash | An original character included among the available partner roster. |
| Stina | An original partner with a distinct weapon and support package. |
| Musoh | An original partner whose combat value depends on skills and quest fit. |
Familiar Aincrad faces
Kirito, Asuna, Argo, Agil, Klein, Lisbeth, and Silica appear alongside the original cast. Their inclusion does not replace the custom protagonist: the player's build and chosen companion remain the mechanical center of each quest.
What changes when you choose a partner
- Weapon family and normal combat behavior.
- Support Skill, such as healing, buffs, or enemy debuffs.
- Sword Skills used by the companion.
- Combination Skill available to the pair.
- How useful Switch Mode and Free Mode feel in that quest.
There is no universal best partner. A healing or control-focused companion can be more valuable for an unfamiliar boss, while an offensive partner can shorten routine field fights.
How to test a new partner
Use a familiar quest so the enemy behavior does not change between comparisons. Watch how often the partner creates openings, whether the Support Skill solves a real weakness, and how safely you can trigger the Combination Skill. Then check the partner's weapon and equipped skills from your room at the Inn before judging the character's final value.