Finally, he strikes at Burrows himself in Dunwall Tower, but his victory is short-lived, as the Loyalists betray him to cover their participation in the conspiracy. Delilah then brands Corvo and Emily traitors for their supposed political assassinations and seizes the throne for herself. Known for his air of mystery, Corvo is a distant and reserved man, showing his emotions only to his closest companions. Havelock also considers the possibility that Corvo's talents might make him dangerous to even the Conspiracy. As an accomplished swordsman, Corvo is masterful in the use of swords, and thus is capable of engaging multiple enemies simultaneously in open combat, able to eliminate them with noteworthy brutality and efficiency. Corvo is described as being mysterious and quiet, with Wallace Higgins and Treavor Pendleton claiming that despite his high social standing, those of the court know little about him. His willpower is unshakable and his conviction absolute; even with his name slandered twice, in both cases, he seeks primarily the restoration of the Highly proficient in stealth, he is able to silently infiltrate heavily guarded locations, utilizing various hiding spots including corners, tables, or rooftops. A l'âge de 16 ans, il remporta la Blade Verbana, un festival annuel de duel à l'épée, ce qui lui valut le rang d'officier. He has also proven to be an experienced swimmer, capable of swimming great distances and holding his breath underwater for a considerable period of time. Two years into the Rat Plague afflicting Dunwall, Corvo is sent on a journey across the Isles by the Empress to find a cure, on the recommendation of the Royal Spymaster Hiram Burrows.
He is also adept in eavesdropping and pickpocketing. A year later, Corvo was chosen to serve as Royal Protector to the Emperor's daughter, Jessamine Kaldwin, which in the process gave him a higher social status. Emily's behavior toward Corvo suggests that she sees him as a father figure, and she often asks to be taught by him. Corvo used to live happily, often wandering through the more rural parts of the city until his father, a lumber worker, was tragically killed in a workplace accident. Fifteen years after rescuing Emily and bringing an end to the Lord Regent's insurrection, Corvo has been cleared of the charges against him and continues to serve the new Empress as her Royal Protector and Spymaster. Corvo spends six months in Coldridge Prison tortured by his accusers, the true culprits behind the Empress' assassination. (Medium Chaos) Emily's drawing of masked Corvo and a chaotic Dunwall. After another visit from the Outsider, Corvo escapes the assassins and returns to the Hound Pits.
Despite this situation, Corvo maintained a strong bond with his daughter and often publicly interacted with her in a familiar and affectionate manner.
Additionally, he is gifted the Heart, a supernatural artifact responsible for locating items of interest and granting Corvo worldly information. Corvo Attano was born into a lower class family in the Batista Mining District of Karnaca on the 25th day of the Month of Nets in 1798.
Corvo used to live happily, often wandering through the more rural parts of the city until his father, a lumber worker, was tragically killed in a workplace accident. On the night of his arrival, Corvo is visited by the Outsider in a dream, granted his Mark and gifted with supernatural abilities. Corvo is legendary for his efficient combat skills and stealth capabilities, his aptitude revered by City Watch guards and citizens alike.