# Characters

Central to the gameplay experience are the beloved **Plooshy** characters, offering assistance and companionship as players navigate the challenges of island life.

On Plooshy Island, you have two options when it comes to playing:

* You can either play as a guest with 1 of the 11 **Plooshy** base characters or
* Bring your own **Plooshy NFTs** into the game by connecting your wallet and choosing your avatar!

***Note:** Plooshies can also* [*level up*](/plooshy-island/game-loop/level-system.md)*. This is especially important when it comes to soft staking, as the level acts as a*[ *multiplier factor*](/plooshy-points-pp/soft-staking-for-nft-holders/different-multipliers.md)*.*

You can level up your **Plooshies** by using [Plooshy Gems](/plooshy-island/game-mechanics/mining-plooshy-crystals-and-gems.md), which can be mined within the game.

<figure><img src="/files/BfHE3yD8lO0vPmG52E9f" alt=""><figcaption><p>All 11 Types of Plooshy Characters Available in Plooshy Island</p></figcaption></figure>


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