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How to Parry Attacks in Avowed

Author : Finn Update:Mar 16,2025

There's nothing quite like the satisfying *clang* of a perfectly timed parry in an action RPG, turning an enemy's attack into an opportunity for a devastating counter. If you're looking to master this satisfying technique in *Avowed*, read on to learn how to parry and unlock its full potential.

How to Unlock Parry in Avowed

An image showing the Parry ability in Avowed as part of a guide on how to parry in the game.

Parrying isn't immediately available in Avowed; you'll need to unlock it first. Navigate to the "Abilities" menu, then select the "Ranger" tab. You'll find the Parry ability near the top of the middle column. To unlock it, simply spend one ability point in any of the three core ability trees. Once you've done so, Parry is yours!

Parry has three ranks, each with increased effectiveness:

RankPlayer Level RequirementLevel Description
1N/A (1 Point Spent)Unlocks Parry.
2Player Level 5Increases Parry efficiency by 25%, dealing greater Stun when Parrying enemies.
3Player Level 8Increases Parry efficiency by 50%, dealing greater Stun when parrying enemies.

At level 10, you can unlock "Arrow Deflection," a powerful upgrade that allows you to parry projectiles like arrows.

How to Parry Attacks in Avowed

An image showing the player in Avowed holding up a sword, about to parry a Yellowband outlaw, as part of a guide on how to parry in the game.
Screenshot taken moments before player’s death by bears.

Parrying in Avowed requires precise timing. You need to block just as an enemy's attack connects. A metallic clang and a visual cue will confirm a successful parry, leaving your enemy momentarily stunned. Mastering the timing takes practice, but it's significantly less demanding than in games like Dark Souls or Elden Ring.

Parrying Isn't Always an Option

It's important to note that not all attacks are parryable. Attacks indicated by a red circle require dodging instead. Furthermore, only certain weapons can parry. Single-handed and two-handed weapons generally work, but not if they're in your off-hand. Shields in your off-hand can parry, but ranged weapons (guns, wands, bows) and grimoires cannot.

What Parrying Does (and Why You Might Want It)

Parrying is a powerful tool for stunning enemies, creating openings for significant damage. It's a fantastic defensive and offensive maneuver, especially for melee builds. However, if your character focuses on ranged combat, the benefits of Parry may be less pronounced. Fortunately, respeccing in Avowed is easy, allowing you to adjust your abilities as needed.

Avowed is available now.

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