The next screen you’ll reach is the Attribute distribution screen. You are free to place points into any attribute you choose, but it would be wise to remember which Skills you wish to pursue and place points into their corresponding Attributes. Consult the information on the right hand of the screen to learn more about which Attributes affect which Skills. Once you’ve distributed all your points, press the “Next” button to continue.
Next is the Ancestry screen, where you can choose a family history that will grant certain bonuses to Attributes. Choose wisely, then press “Next” to continue.
The Career screen is next. Each career grants a different set of starting skills. Check out the options and choose the skill set that most appeals to you or fits the character type you have in mind.
The Character Appearance screen is your next stop. Tweak the various appearance options until you have an avatar you’re satisfied with. Keep in mind that this avatar will only appear as a character portrait, and most of the time people will see your ship rather than your avatar, so this aspect of character creation is far less important than it is in most other MMOs.
On the next screen you will have the opportunity to review all your Attribute and Skill choices, as well as choose a name for your character. If you’re satisfied with your choices, type your desired name into the field below your character portrait and press “Check Availability.” If the name is available, the “Create Character” button will appear in the bottom right of the screen.
On the next screen simply press the “Enter Game” button and you’ll be taken straight into the excellent EVE Online tutorial.
The character creation process in EVE Online can seem long and incredibly confusing to a new player. I can only hope that this guide has helped ease your confusion somewhat and I hope you enjoy your new existence in the world of EVE.