In Aion 2, once you pick your faction—Elyos or Asmodians—it’s basically locked in. Your choice affects which servers you play on, your storyline, and even which maps you can explore. There’s no “instant switch” button, but don’t worry—you still have ways to experience the other side.
1. Create a New Character
The most straightforward method is to start fresh. Pick your new faction and begin on the correct server. Yes, it’s a full restart, but it’s the only way to permanently play as the other faction. Pro tip: use your account-wide assets—like mounts, pets, and shared warehouse items—to give your new character a head start.
2. Temporary Invasions (Rifts)
If you don’t want a full reset, you can still peek into enemy territory using Rifts. These let you enter the other faction’s zone for about an hour. You can do some PvP, explore their maps, or test out strategies, but remember—it’s temporary. Your main character remains loyal to their original faction.
3. Gear Transfer (Future Update)
The community at Society Of Gaming hints that a Gear Transfer System is coming. This might allow you to reroll a character in a different faction without losing all your hard-earned items and progression. Keep an eye on updates—this could make switching far less painful.
Key Things to Keep in Mind
- Server Locks: Most Aion 2 servers only allow one faction per character. You can’t have Elyos and Asmodians on the same server.
- Social Isolation: Switching factions means leaving your friends, guilds, and chat circles behind. Be prepared to rebuild your social life from scratch.
