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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Should you save the Council in Mass Effect?

Weighing the pros and cons, it's best to save the Citadel Council at the end of Mass Effect 1. Whilst having the Destiny Ascension as a war asset is worth slightly less compared to the fully stocked Alliance fleets (70 vs. 100), Shephard will have an easier time throughout the trilogy by sparing the alien leadership.
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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 saving the council matter Mass Effect 3?

Save or Sacrifice the Council in Mass Effect Legendary Edition. 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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What happens if you let the council?

If you let the Council die

Mass Effect Consequences: In the end scene, Udina plans to start a new Council. 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.
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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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What happens if you save 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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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 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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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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Should I sacrifice Kaidan or Ashley?

It all depends what you would like your setup to be, although Kaidan with his Biotics seem like a better choice in regards to practical uses. On the other hand, Ashley is way easier to increase your bond with, since she is much more easy-going and can get along with you really well.
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Can you play Mass Effect 1 after beating it?

After beating Mass Effect Legendary Edition, players can immediately dive back in with different choices, replay as the same character for special bonuses and to catch anything they missed, go achievement hunting, or try another similar game.
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Does Shepard save the Council?

During the final battle in Mass Effect, Shepard can save the Citadel Council, at the cost of the lives of Alliance soldiers.
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Who replaces the Council in Mass Effect?

David Anderson - Can be elected as the first human Councilor in 2183. If elected, Anderson resigns in 2186 and is replaced by Donnel Udina.
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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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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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Who betrayed the citadel me3?

During a later plot point, Cerberus attacks the Citadel. It is revealed through the discovery of the Salarian Councillor that Udina has betrayed the Council and is working with Cerberus and the Illusive Man.
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Should Captain Anderson be on the council?

If you choose Anderson for the Council:

Anderson remains a strong ally to Shepard in ME2, though his support is basically verbal and little else. Regardless of the fate of the original alien council members, Anderson will reinstate Shepard's Spectre status when you check in with him in ME2.
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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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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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How old is Shepard in Mass Effect?

"Shepard was born on April 11, 2154," quoted from the resident article on Commander Shepard. The series begins in 2183, so Shepard 28/29 years old.
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Is there a way to save Saren?

Just keep moving, using powers, and shooting until the Saren husk finally falls dead. When it does, it turns to dust and you are rewarded with the final cutscene.
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How do you save destiny ascension?

Commander Shepard has three choices: command the Alliance fleet to save the Destiny Ascension (at the cost of many human lives and potential reinforcements), to concentrate the attack upon Sovereign (leaving the Destiny Ascension to be destroyed by the geth fleet), or to allow the Council to die.
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