Does saving the council matter?

Saving the council not only shows that humanity is ready to step up and do its part for the greater galaxy, but more importantly, shows they're willing to make great sacrifices to do so. Not to mention that losing your established leaders is not great for galaxy-wide morale.
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Does it matter if you save the Council?

If You Save the Council

Obviously, if you allow the loss of some of the Alliance fleet to save the Destiny Ascension, the Council is grateful to you for effectively saving their lives. In addition to a further 28 Paragon points, the Council warmly offers humanity a seat amongst their ranks.
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Is it better to save or sacrifice the Council?

For starters, choosing to save the council will result in the most paragon points for your Shepard and will ultimately have the best impact on your future ventures.
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Do I let the Council die?

If you let the Council die

If your Paragon Points are higher than Renegade, Udina plans to have a multi-species Council that will be led by humanity. Alternatively, if your Renegade Points are higher, Udina plans for a human-only Council. Afterward, you can decide whether Udina or Anderson becomes the Council member.
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What happens if I don't save the Council Mass Effect?

If you let the Council die, the Alliance forces will be superior War Assets in Mass Effect 3, while if you save them, the Alliance will be weakened, but you'll get The Ascension as a War Asset to balance it out.
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Mass Effect Guide: Should You Save The Council?



Is Mass Effect 1 or 2 better?

In comparison, Mass Effect 2 seems to be much more gameplay-focused than story-heavy. For one, the crew is much larger, including only a couple of familiar faces from Mass Effect 1, but making up for it by introducing around a dozen new characters to serve as part of Shepard's crew.
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Does Mass Effect 1 have different endings?

The first Mass Effect title comes with two endings that don't significantly influence the sequels but still serve some purpose for Shepard.
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What is the best class in Mass Effect 2?

Infiltrator is also a bit better in the sequels, but they're arguably still your best overall option in Mass Effect if you want to pick a class that can use some of the game's better tech abilities.
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Is saving the council paragon?

One of the biggest Renegade/Paragon choices is saving or sacrificing the Council. During the Race Against Time quest arc, Shepard will eventually be notified that the Council is aboard the Destiny Ascension.
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What happens if Udina as councilor?

If Udina is the human Councilor and the previous Council was left to perish, Shepard will be unable to regain Spectre status. On the other hand, if the Council was saved, Shepard can regain Spectre status, regardless of whether Udina or Anderson becomes the human Councilor.
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What happens if you concentrate on sovereign?

Concentrate on Sovereign

Choosing this has the same storyline outcome as "Let the Council Die". The only difference is that you get +8 Paragon Points and +9 Renegade Points.
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Should you choose Udina or Anderson?

While this choice may seem deeper than it actually is, you'll still likely have a better time choosing Captain Anderson. The choice will feel much more supportive for Shepard's future endeavors as compared to the cold demeanor of Udina.
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Who is the best romance in Mass Effect?

Liara T'Soni

Liara's status as by far the best long-term romance option in the original Mass Effect game is already reason enough to rank her high on this list, but her lofty placement is really all about how your relationship with Liara evolves across the trilogy.
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What is the most fun class in Mass Effect?

How to choose the best class for you in Mass Effect Legendary Edition
  • If you enjoy playing Tank characters, consider playing as the Soldier. ...
  • If you tend to have the most fun as a Mage, check out the Adept class. ...
  • If you enjoy playing healer and support roles, Engineer might be the class for you.
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Is Paragon or Renegade better?

Being Paragon or Renegade will greatly impact Shepard's dialogue and quick-time actions throughout the games. Overall, it can be said that Renegade Shepard's dialogue is much funnier and more memorable. After all, Paragon Shepard is patient and kind which leaves little room for "creativity".
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Can Shepard live in Mass Effect 3?

The players will have to choose the Mass Effect 3 perfect ending by going for the option in which Commander Shepard lives at the end of the game. All the players need to do is collect a total of 7800 Military Strength or higher and choose the Destroy ending.
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Which Mass Effect ending is best?

Said survival is along with that of your crew and minimal collateral damage to Earth. If you've done all that, congratulations! You've just achieved the best ending in Mass Effect 3 where Shepard lives. All you have to do is pick the Destroy ending with a Total Military Strength of 7800 or more at the Crucible.
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Which Mass Effect game is longest?

The original Mass Effect is easily the shortest with the second two games about equal in their running time.
  • Mass Effect 1: 15-30 hours depending on playstyle.
  • Mass Effect 1 w/ DLC: 17 – 32 hours.
  • Mass Effect 2: 24-35 hours depending on playstyle.
  • Mass Effect 2 w/ DLC: 33 – 45 hours.
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Which Mass Effect is hardest?

Mass Effect: 10 Toughest Choices in the Trilogy
  • Give the Illusive Man the Collector Base or Destroy it – Mass Effect 2.
  • Destroy or Save Maelon's Data – Mass Effect 2. ...
  • Who to Romance – Mass Effect Trilogy. ...
  • Save or Destroy The Council -Mass Effect. ...
  • Destroy or Rewrite the Heretic Geth – Mass Effect 2. ...
  • The Ending- Mass Effect 3. ...
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Is Mass Effect too long?

Completing the first Mass Effect game can take anywhere from 18 to 30 hours, approximately, depending on if players just finish the main story or complete side quests as well. For those who really like a challenge, a completionist playthrough can take up to 50 hours, depending on how fast or slow players are.
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Does Mass Effect 1 have romance?

Whether you play as a Male Shepard or Female Shepard, you have two romance options in Mass Effect 1: Kaidan Alenko, a reserved soldier who is talented with biotics. Female Shepard only. Liara T'Soni, a curious but knowledgeable Asari scientist. Available for any Shepard.
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Can you romance Tali in Mass Effect 1?

Though Tali may leave Shepard's command at the end of Mass Effect 1, she returns in 2, this time, as a love interest only for male Commander Shepard. Some might find it unfortunate that Tali can't be romanced in Mass Effect 1, but if they continue on with the trilogy, her story arc is rewarding.
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Is Udina a traitor?

Shepard must pursue him to reach the rest of the Council after learning that Udina is a traitor. He's planning to sell the Council out to Cerberus, and he's currently leading the rest of them to their death.
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