There’s a moment in nearly every Soulslike game where players stare at their creation and think, ‘This isn’t what I wanted.’ Nioh 3’s character generator might look straightforward, but the process of refining your samurai or ninja doesn’t end at launch. The real magic happens after unlocking the Eternal Rift—a hub area that serves as the game’s visual workshop.
To access it, you’ll need to defeat the formidable Jakotsu-baba boss in the Hamamatsu Castle Crucible. Once that’s done, the path forward is simple: fast travel to the Eternal Rift, then head upstairs in the building on your left. Past Saito Fuku’s stall, look for a mirror perched atop a box with a cushion in front of it. That’s your gateway to customization.
Interacting with the mirror opens three menus
- Change Appearance: Adjust hairstyles, facial features, and body types for both samurai and ninja forms separately.
- Equipment Appearance: Transmogrify gear to visually swap one item for another without losing stats.
- Transform: A locked feature until later in the game, tied to character progression.
One standout feature is the ability to design distinct looks for your samurai and ninja avatars. Simply uncheck the ‘Same appearance for both styles’ option in the Change Appearance menu, and you’re free to craft two entirely different warriors.
Sharing and Importing Designs
The mirror isn’t just for personal tweaks—it’s also a hub for community creativity. Nioh 3’s character code system lets players generate a unique identifier for their designs, which can then be shared online. To use a code, head to the character creator (or the mirror) and navigate to ‘Options’ > ‘Input Code.’ Paste the code, and your chosen look will load instantly.
For those who prefer inspiration over originality, platforms like the Nioh subreddit are treasure troves of pre-made codes. Whether you’re hunting for a specific aesthetic or just want to skip the trial-and-error process, the community’s designs are ready to import.
Pro tip: If you’re happy with your creation, generate a code of your own under ‘Create/Manage Codes’ and share it with fellow players. The more eyes on your design, the more likely it is to find a new home.
