.2B.02. Jacob

Jacob Taylor in Mass Effect has 260 HP and 250 Barrier. Learn about his powers, weapons, and weaknesses.

Stats:

• HP: 260
• Barrier: 250
• Weapon Damage: +25%
• Potential Ammo Damage: +40 armor/health over time

Weapons: Shotgun, Hand Cannon

Powers:

• Pull Field (4)
• Squad Incendiary Ammo (4)
• Cerberus Specialist (4)
• Barrier (1)

Notes:

• Jacob's Barrier power is not used well by the computer and is considered a poor skill. It only replenishes his Barrier when it takes damage and does not increase the total Barrier capacity.
• Squad Incendiary Ammo only affects armored enemies and organics.
• His chosen weapons are considered the worst possible choices.
• Jacob is only useful as a default starting character.
• He lacks any specific strengths, making him the weakest squad mate to bring into a mission.