Upon starting a new game, you'll enter the character creation screen. While MetaMorph doesn't feature traditional classes, your initial choices influence your starting stats and the first 'Prime Form' you unlock. You'll choose from three archetypes, each with a unique starting bonus:
- The Brawler: +5 Strength, unlocks 'Bear Form' first. Focuses on melee combat and high survivability.
- The Swiftfoot: +5 Agility, unlocks 'Lynx Form' first. Emphasizes speed, critical hits, and evasion.
- The Mystic: +5 Intellect, unlocks 'Owl Form' first. Specializes in ranged attacks, elemental damage, and crowd control.
Beyond archetypes, you can customize your character's appearance, including gender, facial features, hair, and skin tone. These are purely cosmetic and do not affect gameplay. Choose an archetype that als with your preferred playstyle, but remember that all forms can be unlocked and mastered eventually. Your starting choice merely dictates your initial advantage and the first shapeshift ability you'll acquire.