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How to Recruit Wrex
Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (ME1)

How to Recruit Wrex

Learn how to recruit the Krogan squadmate Wrex in Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (ME1). This guide covers the mission requirements to add him to your team.

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Learn how to recruit the Krogan squadmate Wrex in Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (ME1). This guide covers the mission requirements to add him to your team.

Hey there! So, you're looking to get Wrex on your squad in Mass Effect: Legendary Edition? He's a fantastic addition, super strong and has some great dialogue. Getting him is pretty straightforward, but it's tied to your overall mission progression.

Walkthrough
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    Complete 5 missions. That's the main requirement to unlock Wrex as a squadmate. Just keep playing through the main story and any side assignments you pick up. Once you've finished your fifth mission after he becomes available, you'll be able to recruit him.
Tips
  • Don't worry too much about *which* 5 missions you complete. The game tracks your progress generally, so any combination of main story quests and assignments will count towards this goal.
  • Wrex is a powerhouse, so once you recruit him, definitely consider bringing him along on missions where you expect heavy combat. His Krogan abilities are incredibly useful!

Wrex joins your squad, giving you access to his combat skills and unique dialogue.

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