.4G.02. Paragon

Learn how to make Paragon choices in Mass Effect Legendary Edition! This guide details key decisions for recruiting squadmates and completing loyalty missions.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Mass Effect Legendary Edition and want to make sure you're on the right track for a Paragon playthrough? This section is all about those key moments where your choices can really shape your relationships and the galaxy. It's not just about being 'good,' it's about making the tough calls that lead to the best outcomes.

Think of this as a quick rundown of those critical dialogue options and actions that steer you towards a Paragon score. We'll cover how to handle specific situations when recruiting your crew and during their loyalty missions. Getting these right not only makes your squadmates happier but can also unlock crucial story elements and ensure everyone makes it through alive.

Key Decisions for Paragon:

• Freedom's Progress/Veetor: When you're dealing with the computer, make sure to interrupt and get the info you need.
• Omega/Recruiting Mordin: During Mordin's recruitment, you'll have a chance to interrupt him. Taking this Paragon route helps build trust.
• Normandy/Recruiting Mordin: Similar to Omega, interrupting Mordin during his recruitment on the Normandy is the Paragon choice.
• Citadel/Crime in Progress: This one's about standing up for what's right. Yell at C-Sec and Kor Tun to show your commitment to justice.
• Haestrom/Recruiting Tali: When Kal'Reegar is involved, interrupting him at the right moment is key to a Paragon outcome.
• Illium/Recruiting the Assassin (Samara): Help the Salarian Worker during Samara's recruitment mission. It’s a small act that shows your compassion.
• Illium/Recruiting the Justicar (Samara): When dealing with Niftu Cal, the Paragon choice is to knock him over rather than letting him cause more trouble.
• 2175 Aeia/Jacob's Mission: During Jacob's loyalty mission, make sure to save the Survivor.
• Pragia/Jack's Mission: In Jack's loyalty mission, saving Aresh is the Paragon choice.
• Alarai/Tali's Mission: During Tali's loyalty mission, a simple hug can go a long way in showing support.
• Omega/Samara's Mission: When dealing with Diana, comforting her is the Paragon path.
• Zorya/Zaeed's Mission: In Zaeed's loyalty mission, smacking him at the right moment can be the Paragon choice, showing you won't tolerate his brutality.
• Tuchanka/Mordin's Mission: During Mordin's loyalty mission, interrupting him at a key moment can steer things towards a Paragon outcome.
• Citadel/Thane's Mission: When Thane's son Kolyat is involved, distracting him is the Paragon way to handle the situation.
• Citadel/Garrus' Mission (Harkin): During Garrus's recruitment mission, interrupting Harkin is the Paragon choice.
• Citadel/Garrus' Mission (Sidonis): When confronting Sidonis, stopping him is the Paragon action.
• Illium/Miranda's Mission: During Miranda's loyalty mission, interrupting Niket is the Paragon choice.

A Little ME1 Callback

Ever wonder what happened to those characters you met in the first Mass Effect? Well, a lot of them show up again in Legendary Edition, and your choices in ME1 directly impact whether you see them. The general rule? If you spared their lives in the first game, you'll likely see them again. It’s a neat way the game rewards your past decisions!