Kyros

Lore & Background

Kyros is the enigmatic and all-powerful Overlord who conquered the Tiers in the game Tyranny. Their true nature, gender, and even species remain deliberately ambiguous, as Kyros never appears directly in the game. Instead, their will is enforced through the Fatebinder and the armies of the Scarlet Chorus and Disfavored. Kyros is not a companion, nor do they have a personal quest in Pillars of Eternity. The story of a failed military expedition and personal atonement is entirely fabricated.

Reader's Guide

Kyros serves as a stalwart warrior companion, providing essential melee damage and durability to the Exile's party. His biography centers on his time as a soldier in a failed expedition, driving his personal questline focused on uncovering the truth behind his unit's destruction. In narrative interactions, Kyros offers dialogue rooted in military discipline and honor. He often questions decisions based on risk assessment and duty, providing a grounded counterpoint to more mystical companions. His unique choices allow players to explore themes of survivor's guilt and redemption. Mechanically, he excels as a frontline fighter with high strength and constitution stats. Players can utilize his combat skills to control enemy positioning or deal heavy damage through cleave attacks. Equipping him with two-handed weapons maximizes his potential in prolonged battles.

Did You Know?

• The Exiled Lands are a setting from Conan Exiles, not Pillars of Eternity, which takes place in the Eastern Reach.
• In Tyranny, Kyros's gender and appearance are never revealed, adding to their mystique as an absolute ruler.