Companions are NPCs that can join your party. They have stories and opinions of their own, which they will share with you the longer they stay in your party. They will want to talk to you about certain events in the game, especially when they are particularly enthusiastic about or disappointed in your decision-making.
Every main hero can only hire one companion at a time. If you meet another companion that you like better, you can dismiss your old companion by talking to him or her. Not to worry, though; you can always regain an older companion at any time.
Companions are like the main heroes in that they come with starting stats, but as soon as they join your party, you can customise them with new gear. When they level up, you decide what they should learn next.
