How Can I Add a New Custom Character for a Friend Joining Mid-Campaign?

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I’m running a campaign and want to let a friend join in late with their own custom character. Is there a mod or built-in feature that allows adding a new player character after a campaign has already started? I’d like to avoid them having to take over an existing character and instead create someone new to join our ongoing game.

How Can I Add a New Custom Character for a Friend Joining Mid-Campaign
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BitSwordEcho -

Actually, the base game already supports new players joining mid-campaign. When your friend joins, they should automatically get the option to create their own brand new character instead of using an existing one.

QuestCrafter99 -

Yeah, it’s totally possible to have someone drop in late with their own build. The game locks new entries only when you hit the final boss fight. You’ll get a clear message about that cutoff, so before that, your friend can jump in and craft their own character easily.

PixelKnightX42 -

Oh nice! Was that a feature added recently? Because a while back when my friend tried to join, it forced her to use an existing character, which was kinda frustrating.

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