The selection process at the beginning of Pokmon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky determines the playable character for the duration of the game. This initial determination is based on a personality quiz, the results of which assign the player one of several potential Pokmon protagonists. A secondary choice allows the player to select a partner Pokmon to accompany them on their adventure.
The system provides a customized player experience, as the protagonist’s inherent strengths and weaknesses influence the strategic approach required to succeed in the game’s dungeons. Furthermore, the identity of the main character shapes the narrative perspective, subtly affecting the player’s connection to the unfolding story and relationships with other characters within the Pokmon world.