{"id":9667,"date":"2025-02-11T01:58:28","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T01:58:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=9667"},"modified":"2025-02-11T01:58:28","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T01:58:28","slug":"should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I play as Alexios or Kassandra?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#Should_You_Play_as_Alexios_or_Kassandra_in_Assassins_Creed_Odyssey\" title=\"Should You Play as Alexios or Kassandra in Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey?\">Should You Play as Alexios or Kassandra in Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#The_Story_Remains_Identical_But_the_Experience_Differs\" title=\"The Story Remains Identical, But the Experience Differs\">The Story Remains Identical, But the Experience Differs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#Canonical_Considerations_Why_Kassandra_is_the_%E2%80%9CTrue%E2%80%9D_Protagonist\" title=\"Canonical Considerations: Why Kassandra is the &#8220;True&#8221; Protagonist\">Canonical Considerations: Why Kassandra is the &#8220;True&#8221; Protagonist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#First_Playthrough_Kassandra_or_Alexios\" title=\"First Playthrough: Kassandra or Alexios?\">First Playthrough: Kassandra or Alexios?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#Gameplay_and_Gender_Does_it_Matter\" title=\"Gameplay and Gender: Does it Matter?\">Gameplay and Gender: Does it Matter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#Romance_and_Relationships\" title=\"Romance and Relationships\">Romance and Relationships<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#1_Is_the_story_different_for_Alexios_and_Kassandra\" title=\"1. Is the story different for Alexios and Kassandra?\">1. Is the story different for Alexios and Kassandra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#2_Am_I_supposed_to_play_as_Kassandra\" title=\"2. Am I supposed to play as Kassandra?\">2. Am I supposed to play as Kassandra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#3_Who_is_Deimos_if_you_play_as_Kassandra\" title=\"3. Who is Deimos if you play as Kassandra?\">3. Who is Deimos if you play as Kassandra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#4_Can_I_switch_between_Alexios_and_Kassandra\" title=\"4. Can I switch between Alexios and Kassandra?\">4. Can I switch between Alexios and Kassandra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#5_Can_I_romance_Kassandra\" title=\"5. Can I romance Kassandra?\">5. Can I romance Kassandra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#6_How_many_endings_are_there_in_AC_Odyssey\" title=\"6. How many endings are there in AC Odyssey?\">6. How many endings are there in AC Odyssey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#7_Does_gender_matter_in_Assassins_Creed_Odyssey\" title=\"7. Does gender matter in Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey?\">7. Does gender matter in Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#8_What_happens_if_I_say_I_killed_Nikolaos\" title=\"8. What happens if I say I killed Nikolaos?\">8. What happens if I say I killed Nikolaos?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#9_What_do_I_say_to_Deimos_in_jail\" title=\"9. What do I say to Deimos in jail?\">9. What do I say to Deimos in jail?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#10_Can_Deimos_be_saved\" title=\"10. Can Deimos be saved?\">10. Can Deimos be saved?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#11_Who_can_you_romance_as_Alexios\" title=\"11. Who can you romance as Alexios?\">11. Who can you romance as Alexios?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#12_Which_twin_to_choose_at_the_beginning_of_the_game\" title=\"12. Which twin to choose at the beginning of the game?\">12. Which twin to choose at the beginning of the game?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#13_Who_is_the_best_love_interest_in_AC_Odyssey\" title=\"13. Who is the best love interest in AC Odyssey?\">13. Who is the best love interest in AC Odyssey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#14_Is_Kassandra_in_Valhalla\" title=\"14. Is Kassandra in Valhalla?\">14. Is Kassandra in Valhalla?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#15_Can_you_save_Kassandra_and_Myrrine\" title=\"15. Can you save Kassandra and Myrrine?\">15. Can you save Kassandra and Myrrine?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Play_as_Alexios_or_Kassandra_in_Assassins_Creed_Odyssey\"><\/span>Should You Play as Alexios or Kassandra in Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The question of whether to play as <strong>Alexios or Kassandra<\/strong> in Assassin\u2019s Creed Odyssey is one that has plagued players since the game&#8217;s release. The short answer is: <strong>it\u2019s primarily a matter of personal preference<\/strong>, but with a key caveat. While both characters experience the exact same narrative, quests, and world, <strong>Kassandra is canonically the protagonist<\/strong>, a fact cemented by the official novelization and her subsequent appearance in <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed Valhalla<\/em>. This canonical status and the community consensus towards her voice acting and performance often tips the scales in her favor for many players.<\/p>\n<p>However, the choice isn&#8217;t so black and white. Let&#8217;s delve deeper into the nuances and considerations to help you decide which Spartan warrior will lead your odyssey.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Story_Remains_Identical_But_the_Experience_Differs\"><\/span>The Story Remains Identical, But the Experience Differs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At its core, the narrative of <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey<\/em> remains unchanged regardless of whether you choose Alexios or Kassandra. Both siblings are raised as outcasts, thrust into a world of political intrigue, mythical creatures, and personal vendettas. They are both the \u201cEagle Bearer,\u201d a mercenary capable of superhuman feats. They both will explore Ancient Greece, engage in naval battles, and ultimately confront the mysteries of their past.<\/p>\n<p>The difference lies in your personal connection to the character and their respective voice acting. <strong>Kassandra\u2019s voice actor, Melissanthi Mahut, has been widely praised for her nuanced and emotive portrayal, often considered to be more convincing and relatable than Michael Antonakos\u2019 performance as Alexios.<\/strong> Many players find that Kassandra\u2019s interpretation of the dialogue and her reactions to the world feel more organic and compelling. On the other hand, some players simply prefer the more rugged and stoic approach that Alexios brings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Canonical_Considerations_Why_Kassandra_is_the_%E2%80%9CTrue%E2%80%9D_Protagonist\"><\/span>Canonical Considerations: Why Kassandra is the &#8220;True&#8221; Protagonist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The major distinction comes with the canonical role. In the official <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed Odyssey<\/em> novel, <strong>Kassandra is the chosen protagonist.<\/strong> She is the one who undertakes the journey of the Eagle Bearer and faces the challenges, cementing her place as the definitive version of the hero within the <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed<\/em> universe. Furthermore, the storyline sees Alexios as &#8220;Deimos&#8221; \u2013 the antagonist \u2013 if you play as Kassandra. This dynamic adds another layer to the narrative for those seeking to experience the story in its intended form.<\/p>\n<p>While <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed<\/em> games typically offer options to shape the narrative, the canonical selection of Kassandra suggests a specific vision from the writers. If playing the most authentic version of the story is important to you, then choosing Kassandra is the clear choice. <strong>The story implications of Alexios as the antagonist, \u201cDeimos,\u201d make for a more impactful narrative for many.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Playthrough_Kassandra_or_Alexios\"><\/span>First Playthrough: Kassandra or Alexios?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The question of which character to choose for your first playthrough remains a common dilemma. If you value consistent and engaging voice acting, then the majority opinion leans towards <strong>Kassandra<\/strong>. Her performance is often lauded, and many players feel more invested in her personal journey. Her delivery often resonates well with the narrative of being an outcast trying to find her place.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you find yourself more drawn to a male character, <strong>Alexios is still a perfectly viable option<\/strong>. The story itself won&#8217;t change, and you\u2019ll still have access to all the content and gameplay. Ultimately, the &#8220;better&#8221; experience is the one that most resonates with you personally. There\u2019s no objective disadvantage to choosing Alexios, aside from the canonical and community preference towards Kassandra.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gameplay_and_Gender_Does_it_Matter\"><\/span>Gameplay and Gender: Does it Matter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Gameplay-wise, there\u2019s no significant difference based on which character you choose. <strong>Both Alexios and Kassandra control identically, and possess the same skill trees, gear, and abilities.<\/strong> Some players have reported minor variations in combat animations, but these are hardly noticeable and don&#8217;t impact the overall gameplay.<\/p>\n<p>The primary consideration is your preference. If you prefer playing as a female character, then Kassandra is the perfect choice. If you prefer playing as a male character, then Alexios provides an equally engaging gameplay experience. The key is picking the protagonist you will most enjoy spending dozens of hours playing as.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Romance_and_Relationships\"><\/span>Romance and Relationships<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One key area often questioned is how romantic options vary between the two characters. The answer is: they don\u2019t significantly. <strong>Both Alexios and Kassandra can romance a variety of characters of both genders.<\/strong> You&#8217;re free to pursue any romantic interest regardless of your chosen character. The romantic subplot is a way to increase player immersion and has nothing to do with the gender of the protagonist. Therefore, romance options should not be a deciding factor in your choice of protagonist.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions to further address any concerns or confusion about playing as either Alexios or Kassandra in <em>Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey<\/em>:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_the_story_different_for_Alexios_and_Kassandra\"><\/span>1. Is the story different for Alexios and Kassandra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. <strong>The core narrative, quests, and events are identical for both characters.<\/strong> The only difference is the character model, voice acting, and canonical role.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Am_I_supposed_to_play_as_Kassandra\"><\/span>2. Am I supposed to play as Kassandra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Kassandra is considered the canon protagonist, according to the official novel.<\/strong> However, the choice is ultimately up to the player. The story works well with either character.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_is_Deimos_if_you_play_as_Kassandra\"><\/span>3. Who is Deimos if you play as Kassandra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>If you choose to play as Kassandra, Alexios will be the Deimos<\/strong> \u2013 the main antagonist in the story.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Can_I_switch_between_Alexios_and_Kassandra\"><\/span>4. Can I switch between Alexios and Kassandra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>No, you cannot switch between them within a single playthrough.<\/strong> You choose one character at the start of the game. You will need to begin a New Game+ to play as the other twin.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_I_romance_Kassandra\"><\/span>5. Can I romance Kassandra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Yes, Kassandra has several romance options,<\/strong> including both male and female characters, just like Alexios.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_many_endings_are_there_in_AC_Odyssey\"><\/span>6. How many endings are there in AC Odyssey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are <strong>nine different endings<\/strong>, determined by choices you make throughout the game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Does_gender_matter_in_Assassins_Creed_Odyssey\"><\/span>7. Does gender matter in Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Narratively, no<\/strong>. Both characters experience the same story. There are some negligible differences in combat animations, but no significant gameplay variations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_happens_if_I_say_I_killed_Nikolaos\"><\/span>8. What happens if I say I killed Nikolaos?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Killing Nikolaos impacts the possibility of obtaining the &#8220;best&#8221; ending.<\/strong> Letting him live has a positive outcome for the family reconciliation story arc.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_do_I_say_to_Deimos_in_jail\"><\/span>9. What do I say to Deimos in jail?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To earn goodwill, choose the following dialogue options: &#8220;It was the prophecy,&#8221; &#8220;The prophecy said you&#8217;d doom Sparta,&#8221; &#8220;Our mother searched for you,&#8221; &#8220;She thought you were dead,&#8221; and &#8220;I was thrown off, too.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Can_Deimos_be_saved\"><\/span>10. Can Deimos be saved?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Yes, Deimos can be saved.<\/strong> In the final confrontation, choose the option &#8220;I don&#8217;t want to fight you.&#8221; You must have had a good relationship with him beforehand.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Who_can_you_romance_as_Alexios\"><\/span>11. Who can you romance as Alexios?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Alexios can romance both male and female characters,<\/strong> similar to Kassandra.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Which_twin_to_choose_at_the_beginning_of_the_game\"><\/span>12. Which twin to choose at the beginning of the game?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You choose which character you want to play as, not which twin to save. You choose either Alexios or Kassandra and begin the game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Who_is_the_best_love_interest_in_AC_Odyssey\"><\/span>13. Who is the best love interest in AC Odyssey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many players favor <strong>Daphnae, Kyra, and Alkibiades<\/strong> as strong romance options. However, preferences vary significantly.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Is_Kassandra_in_Valhalla\"><\/span>14. Is Kassandra in Valhalla?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Yes, Kassandra appears in <em>Assassin\u2019s Creed Valhalla<\/em> as part of the &#8220;A Fated Encounter&#8221; questline.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Can_you_save_Kassandra_and_Myrrine\"><\/span>15. Can you save Kassandra and Myrrine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Yes, it&#8217;s possible to get an ending where both Kassandra and Myrrine survive,<\/strong> along with Alexios, Stentor, and Nikolaos.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While the choice between Alexios and Kassandra boils down to personal preference, <strong>Kassandra\u2019s canonical status and widely praised performance make her a compelling choice<\/strong> for many players. However, Alexios also offers a robust experience, with the same story and gameplay at its core. Ultimately, the &#8220;right&#8221; character is the one that resonates most with you. Dive into Ancient Greece, experience a grand story, and forge your own legend as either Alexios or Kassandra.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Should You Play as Alexios or Kassandra in Assassin&#8217;s Creed Odyssey? The question of whether to play as Alexios or Kassandra in Assassin\u2019s Creed Odyssey is one that has plagued players since the game&#8217;s release. The short answer is: it\u2019s primarily a matter of personal preference, but with a key caveat. While both characters experience &#8230; <a title=\"Should I play as Alexios or Kassandra?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/should-i-play-as-alexios-or-kassandra\/\" aria-label=\"More on Should I play as Alexios or Kassandra?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9667","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9667","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9667"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9667\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9667"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9667"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9667"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}