Naira

Overview

Naira is a member of the Greymanes and one of Kliff Macduff's core companions. Pearl Abyss describes her as "a skilled warrior known for her versatility in combat and her ability to adapt to any situation." She is the one the Greymanes send when something needs to get done and the odds are bad.

Like Yann and Oongka, Naira is not one of the three playable characters. She appears in cutscenes, scripted combat sequences, and story events throughout the game.

Role in the Greymanes

The Greymanes are a mercenary company that operated out of Pailune under their former leader, Gian. When the Black Bears ambushed and killed Gian, the group was shattered. Naira was among the survivors scattered across Pywel. She, Yann, and Oongka are described alongside Kliff as the Greymanes' inner circle -- "family in all but name," according to one article summary of the faction's story.

Where Yann handles diplomacy and Oongka brings raw power, Naira fills the role of the group's most versatile fighter. She is willing to take on missions that the others cannot or will not, and her adaptability means she can handle whatever a mission throws at her. Pearl Abyss emphasizes her courage and determination as defining traits.

Combat abilities

Official materials describe Naira as having "versatility in combat" without going into specifics about her weapon loadout or fighting style. What is clear from the descriptions is that she is not a specialist -- she adapts to the fight rather than forcing the fight to match her preferred approach. She handles multiple weapon types and adjusts her tactics based on the situation.

This contrasts with the confirmed combat identities of the three playable characters: Kliff is a generalist, Oongka is a slow heavy hitter with an axe and crossbow, and Damiane is a fast claymore-and-pistol fighter. Naira appears to occupy a different niche -- less about a signature weapon and more about being effective regardless of the circumstances.

Preview coverage mentions that companion characters like Naira have unique traversal animations and combat abilities. How much of this translates into actual gameplay mechanics (versus scripted sequences) has not been confirmed.

Story involvement

Naira's personal survival story after the Black Bears' ambush has not been fully detailed. Pearl Abyss has confirmed that each core companion went through their own ordeal during the separation, and Kliff's early journey involves finding and regrouping with them across the continent.

The larger narrative involves the wizard Alustin, who warns of a threat connected to the Abyss. Early preview materials referenced a scene where Alustin instructs the Greymanes to reunite at full strength. Naira's role in this -- whether she is the one who receives and acts on this instruction -- has been suggested but not firmly detailed in available coverage.

In gameplay

Naira is a non-playable companion. The three playable characters are Kliff, Oongka, and Damiane. Naira fights alongside the player during scripted story sequences. Whether she and other non-playable companions participate in open-world encounters or can be directed in combat has not been detailed by Pearl Abyss.

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