In New World, there are three different factions. At level 10, you need to choose one, but you can switch later. We at MeinMMO reveal how to switch factions, how often you can do it, and what consequences such a change has.
How do I switch factions?
- Open the character overview with “K”.
- Open the “Biography”.
- There, you can click a button labeled “Faction Switch” in the bottom left.
- Then you will be shown the other two factions. However, you cannot switch to the faction that currently controls the most territories.
To switch factions, you also need to leave your company. A company can only include members of one faction.
How often can I switch factions? After a faction switch, you must wait 120 days before you can switch again.
If you want to learn more about the factions in general, you can find everything important here: New World: Which factions should you choose?
You lose all progress and have to farm reputation again
What are the consequences of switching? There are several. First, you will now be fighting for a different faction when it comes to the wars over territories. Your former friends and guildmates can attack you in the open world and may even face you as enemies in wars. However, you can circumvent this problem if you switch with the entire company.
Additionally, your earned reputation will be completely lost. Each faction has different ranks, to which rewards are tied. Those who reach the highest rank in a faction can purchase Gypsum Orbs and items with the tokens.
In the new faction, you start from scratch again and have to grind reputation and tokens anew, completing quests to rise through the ranks.
Therefore, switching factions should be well thought out. Which faction appeals to you the most? Or are you someone who likes to switch regularly? Feel free to share in the comments.
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