Audio logs are auditory information found throughout the Heleus Cluster.
Overview[]
Audio logs can be found on datapads, consoles and terminals, devices, and other objects.
Because this information is only transmitted in an auditory fashion, if closed captioning is turned off, this information can only be heard. There is no transcription of the information to read or review such as a datapad or a terminal entry. It should be noted that some audio logs can only be listened to one time and then the option to play is gone. Other audio logs can be listened to any number of times.
- Some audio logs have limited availability and can be lost, such as those present on Habitat 7 during Planetside.
- Some audio logs are part of specific missions, such as the Task: What He Would Have Wanted series and only appear when the mission is acquired.
- Some audio logs change content depending upon when they are listened to such as Dissension in the Ranks.
- Some audio logs are just left lying around where anyone can listen to them, such as the Dead Exile audio logs in the Haarfel region on Kadara.
- Some audio logs trigger missions such as the one for Old Skinner.
Each section gives details on the specific requirements and/or any findings about the audio log in question.
Eos[]
Blackrock Tande[]
These three audio logs play in a specific order that is always the same no matter which of the audio logs is played first. The final building location will be empty before the mission Dissension in the Ranks has been acquired. If Dissension in the Ranks is saved until after the Archon is defeated, the three audio logs will change content and the console will display a pre-recorded message.
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Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] Exaltation lifted our ancestors out of sorrow and tribulation. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] This noble gift now allows us to raise others, and share in the genetic bounty of this galaxy. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] But the Archon would selfishly hoard what Heleus has to offer. —— Primus: [Audio Log] With the Archon gone, we are free to pursue what was intended, the exaltation of Heleus. I have re-established contact with the empire. The arrival of reinforcements will ensure the swift achievement of our goal. |
Mission Locked - Dissension in the Ranks |
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Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] The Archon does not serve kett interests, only his own. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] He wastes our resources on the Remnant, but keeps all knowledge for himself. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] These are the acts of a traitor, not true kett. —— Primus: [Audio Log] With the originator of our conflict gone, we can once again be a united people. We will mend the rift, by adhering to the true kett way. |
Mission Locked - Dissension in the Ranks |
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Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] The Archon believes that Meridian will bring him power. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] He will become the master of the Remnant. Its sole master. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] Once Heleus submits, where does the traitor turn his gaze? Think. Understand. Our home is in peril. —— Primus: [Audio Log] Do not be swayed by those who still repeat the Archon's ideas. He cast aside tradition, and he was destroyed. As will all who are sympathetic to his opinions. |
Mission Locked - Dissension in the Ranks |
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Primus: [Audio Log] We have no use for those who echo the Archon. Adhere to the kett ways, or be discarded. The purge has only just begun. | Mission Locked - Dissension in the Ranks If Dissension in the Ranks is completed after Meridian: The Way Home, an audiovisual log replaces the exchange with Primus on the console. |
Cave, North of Prodromos[]
The first transcription is before SAM has an adequate base for translation. This would normally happen if you go to this location before you have the mission Dissension in the Ranks. If you listen to the log before translation is possible, SAM will comment that he is "adding to language database".
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Invictor: [Audio Log] Lothen nykheron. 'Salarian.' Guard: [Audio Log] Dierahnee, R-11-Olor. In need... of assistance. Invictor: [Audio Log] Lutod nyro: thogad. —— Invictor: [Audio Log] I am Invictor. Another variant. "Salarian". Reflexes were impressive. Guard: [Audio Log] Dierahnee, R-11-Olor. In need... of assistance. Invictor: [Audio Log] No longer unaware of where it is. Dispose of it. |
Not Mission Locked but will be found during Dissension in the Ranks |
Presson Dunes[]
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Invictor: [Audio Log] I am Invictor. This one is different. Exoskeleton. Dextro-protein-based. Settler: [Audio Log] You haven't asked any questions. Invictor: [Audio Log] Do you know the exact force required to detach your dermal plates? Invictor: [Audio Log] I thought not. |
Mission Locked - Kett's Bane |
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Invictor: [Audio Log] I am Invictor. Follow my order. Chosen: [Audio Log] Their fortifications will not last long. Invictor: [Audio Log] We have tested everything else. Release the Fiend in this "Site 2." Chosen: [Audio Log] By your order, Invictor. |
Mission Locked - Kett's Bane |
Site 1: Promise[]
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Zed Wilcox: [Audio Log] Sandstorms. Radiation. What the hell was Addison thinking sending us here? Zed Wilcox: [Audio Log] Eos might've looked great back in the Milky Way—but up close, it's a hellscape. Zed Wilcox: [Audio Log] Farthingale's on my case to stay positive. Put on a brave face for the rest of the team. Zed Wilcox: [Audio Log] But I can't shake the feeling that I'm going to die out here. |
Not Mission Locked but most likely found during A Better Beginning |
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Anna Farthingale: [Audio Log] [Deep breath.] We suffered out first death today. Storm came out of nowhere. Anna Farthingale: [Audio Log] Lockey tried to cover our crops. Lost his footing. Got swept away. Anna Farthingale: [Audio Log] His wife is still in cryo. Maybe by the time they wake her up, I'll know what to say. |
Not Mission Locked but most likely found during A Better Beginning |
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Scout Rawston [Audio Log] Wilcox thinks I'm crazy, but I know what I saw. Eyes. On the mountain. Watching us. Scout Rawston [Audio Log] We're not alone out here. |
Not Mission Locked but most likely found during A Better Beginning |
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Zed Wilcox: We can't survive another attack. The storms and radiation were already killing us. Now we've got these things? Anna Farthingale: We can't return to the Nexus with our tails between our legs! The whole station is counting on us. Zed Wilcox: Then they're counting on corpses. |
Not Mission Locked but most likely found during A Better Beginning |
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Zed Wilcox: You step outside recently? There's nothing "golden" about Eos? Anna Farthingale: Not saying they're won't be challenges, but we can do this, Wilcox. We have to. |
Not Mission Locked but most likely found during A Better Beginning |
Site 2: Resilience[]
Southern Monolith[]
The first transcription is from the first hearing of the audio log, before SAM has an adequate base for translation. If Ryder returns later in the game, the second log is when SAM can translate the message.
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Invictor: [Audio Log] Hakad nehro? Hmph. Nislekad. Technician: [Audio Log] [Muffled scream cut off.] —— Invictor: [Audio Log] I am Invictor. What are you? |
Mission Locked - A Better Beginning |
The Golden Wastes[]
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Chief Reynolds: [Audio Log] No! Cassidy Shaw: [Audio Log] Where's Nilken? Rensus: [Audio Log] Sorry old friend—had to do it. I'm not dying on this rock. |
Mission Locked - First Murderer |
Western Monolith[]
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Technician: [Audio Log] We're so close. I just know it. Once we get that linguist, we'll crack it. Technician: [Audio Log] There's so much tech here—it has to help. Then I can see Kari again. Technician: [Audio Log] It's been a slow start, but we've got this. We... oh no. No! [Remnant sounds.] |
Not Mission Locked but most likely found during A Better Beginning |
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Jennings: [Comm] Easy money. Once the electrical charge builds up, we'll have ourselves some nice, obedient Remnant. Varax: [Comm] You better be sure this time, Jennings. Jennings: [Comm] If you're that spooked, go hide behind the Four Giants. I'm busy. |
Mission Locked - Shock Treatment |
Others[]
Task: What He Would Have Wanted[]
These five audio logs play in a specific order that is always the same no matter which of the beacons is placed first.
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Motivational E.J.R.: [Audio Log] Job Started. Another step forward. Keep it up, dad. | Mission Locked - Task: What He Would Have Wanted |
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Motivational E.J.R.: [Audio Log] Progress made, whatever it is. Each day, one at a time. You'll be fine. | Mission Locked - Task: What He Would Have Wanted |
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Motivational E.J.R.: [Audio Log] Progress, right dad? Probably simple, but in a new galaxy and after I... never mind. | Mission Locked - Task: What He Would Have Wanted |
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Motivational E.J.R.: [Audio Log] Keep it up, dad. You promised. Doesn't matter that I'm sick. You're in the future. | Mission Locked - Task: What He Would Have Wanted |
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Motivational E.J.R.: [Audio Log] Another job done, dad. Reset, and hit the next. I'm watching, and I'm proud. | Mission Locked - Task: What He Would Have Wanted |
Elaaden[]
Scavenger Flophouse ("Misery")[]
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Scavenger: [Comm] Had a thought. You think Annea has info about her water source in her office? Scavenger: [Comm] The one by the docks? Security's insane. We'll never get in there. Scavenger: [Comm] Just trying to find an alternative to combing the wastes. Scavenger: [Comm] Hey, did you make sure comms aren't set to wide broadcast? Scavenger: [Comm] Uh... what? Sh— |
Mission Trigger - Starts Water Supply |
Habitat 7[]
Alien Structure[]
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Alien: [Audio Log] Zev Gosad! Surnahd zot. | Mission Locked - Planetside |
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Alien: [Audio Log] Keng zhef. Rol no tod surhanad. Jhan lurok. | Mission Locked - Planetside |
Crashed Shuttle[]
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Fisher: [Audio Log] [Static.] —experienced a catastrophic lightning hit! Liam and Ryder are gone! Ryder Sr.: [Audio Log] What's your location? Fisher: [Audio Log] [Static.] Ryder Sr.: [Audio Log] Damn. Hyperion, this is the Pathfinder! Mayday, mayday! Ship in distress! Hayes: [Audio Log] Sir, our engine's down! Prepare for an emergency landing! |
Mission Locked - Planetside |
H-047c[]
Crater: Agneta[]
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Elora: [Audio Log] I don't want excuses, Krex. The dust on the surface isn't enough. Elora: [Audio Log] If I want to take these Initiative colonies out, we'll need a hell of a lot more Helium-3. Elora: [Audio Log] I know that Remnant tiller in the conservatory will work. Get it running. Elora out. |
Mission Locked - From the Dust |
Havarl[]
Buried Cave[]
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Zorai: [Audio Log] Builder machines exhaust me. Mind and body must be engaged wholly or the attempt fails. Zorai: [Audio Log] I can't stop. Without the monoliths, the vault fails. Without the vault, the planet dies. Zorai: [Audio Log] I'm close. Just one more. |
Mission Locked - A Dying Planet |
Others[]
The Govataan[]
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Archeologist: [Audio Log] Everyone's so enamored with Akksul. You'd think he was the Moshae. Archeologist: [Audio Log] I told Droka to make him leave. Archeologist: [Audio Log] But she said that "all angara are welcome at the Forge." Archeologist: [Audio Log] "Especially one trying to protect our culture." |
Mission Locked - Jaal Ama Darav: Flesh and Blood |
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Archeologist: [Audio Log] One of the Roekaar left a slice of fresh elmohk at my station. Archeologist: [Audio Log] I tried to thank him, but he wouldn't say two words to me. Archeologist: [Audio Log] I think they've been ordered not to become friendly with us. |
Mission Locked - Jaal Ama Darav: Flesh and Blood |
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Archeologist: [Audio Log] Akksul pulled us out of the lab today. Archeologist: [Audio Log] Talked to us about the "Milky Way Menace." Archeologist: [Audio Log] Sheva says he's a radical, but he's only saying what everyone's thinking! |
Mission Locked - Jaal Ama Darav: Flesh and Blood |
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Archeologist: [Audio Log] Akksul claims we must leave the Forge "for our own safety." Archeologist: [Audio Log] Bregohn and a few others resisted. The Roekaar knocked them out, then forced them onto the ship. Archeologist: [Audio Log] I thought Akksul was here to protect us. Why must we leave? |
Mission Locked - Jaal Ama Darav: Flesh and Blood |
Hyperion[]
Archive System[]
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Milky Way departure —— Ryder Sr.: The day is finally here. We're pushing off from Earth. Ryder Sr.: We'll jump through a few relays first, then we hunker down for the long trip across dark space. Ryder Sr.: It's daunting, thinking about all the hopes and dreams aboard the Hyperion. I certainly have my own. Ryder Sr.: I wasn't the husband or father I should've been. Here's hoping 600 years can change a man. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Dr. Liara T'soni —— Ryder Sr.: SAM, this is a reminder about Dr. Liara T'Soni—she's an asari archeologist I corresponded with a few years back. Ryder Sr.: She's got experience studying ancient cultures. Make sure the team gets her research. Could be useful in Andromeda. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Dr. T'Soni Message #1 —— Dr. T'Soni: Hello, Alec—this is Dr. T'Soni. I'm flattered you contacted me. Most scientists dismiss my work. But I'm young and asari, and they're getting older, so we'll see who has the final word. [Laughs.] Dr. T'Soni: In the meantime, I'm happy to pass along my research. I hope your team finds it useful. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Dr. T'Soni Message #2 —— Dr. T'Soni: Hello, Alec. I received your message. I must say, the thought of exploring another galaxy has my head spinning. Dr. T'Soni: I'm honestly not sure how people could survive a trip like that. And anyway, I couldn't bear to leave the Milky Way behind. Dr. T'Soni: There is so much about the Protheans I still hope to learn here, so much wisdom to tap. I wish you much good luck and future success. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Final entry —— Ryder Sr.: Dunn's agreed to a scouting mission on Habitat 7. I'm gearing up now. Ryder Sr.: I'm worried about [Sara/Scott]. Dr. T'Perro says [she'll/he'll] be fine, but... [she's my daughter/he's my son]. How can I not worry? I hate to leave [her/him] like this. Ryder Sr.: It's these moments when you wish you'd told your children you loved them more often. Or ever. Ryder Sr.: Which brings me to the tough part: Kids, if anything happens to me, there are... things you're going to find out. I hope you'll understand. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Ellen's disease —— Ryder Sr.: Amazing how life can change in an instant. Suddenly my career doesn't matter. Ryder Sr.: This incredible woman I've been married to all these years... she's facing the end. Ryder Sr.: All I think about are the times I wasn't there for her. Well, that's going to change—it occurs to me that SAM might be more than I ever imagined. |
Encrypted Log #1 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Ellen's research —— Ellen: Give me that, Alec. We've heard enough of you talking. Ellen: Right. So, here's the irony: My research on biotic implants and eezo caused this stupid disease. But maybe it'll save me, too. Ryder Sr.: No, "maybe" about it. Ellen: Hey, this is my secret log. Anyway, the right type of implant, joined with the right type of AI, could actually bolster human physiology. Ellen: Even as the disease is trying to kill me, the implant and SAM are counteracting it, keeping things balanced. Ellen: Result: I get to stick around a little longer. Maybe collect on all those anniversary dinners this guy owes me. |
Encrypted Log #2 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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The geth mistake —— Ryder Sr.: As a quarian and historian, how do you view you people's reaction to the geth? Quarian Historian: Well, we banned artificial intelligence, which is understandable—but that was taking a hammer to a rather delicate nail. Ryder Sr.: Which was what? Quarian Historian: The very thing that sparked their revolt: The first geth who asked us, "Creator, does this unit have a soul?" Quarian Historian: But how could it have a soul? Geth had no meaningful perceptions of the world or diversity of experiences we take for granted. Quarian Historian: Worse, the geth saw us as "the creator." The revolt was inevitable. We were their superiors... and they resented it. |
Encrypted Log #2 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Shadow Broker deal —— Shadow Broker: Ryder, Barla Von said you're looking for me. It's not everyday that an ex-N7 looks for the Shadow Broker. Shadow Broker: Anything can be had— provided you can pay. Especially when the tech involves artificial intelligence. Shadow Broker: The Council will have Spectres all over my ass if they catch wind of this. Shadow Broker: Translation: I'll get you the code you want, but the price just doubled. Shadow Broker: If you try to renege, I've got people. People with guns. |
Encrypted Log #2 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Meeting with benefactor —— Ryder Sr.: I had a strange meeting yesterday: I thought it would be with Jien Garson, who founded the Initiative. But it wasn't. Ryder Sr.: I guess Jien's the visionary. the one who gets everyone excited about the project and drums up publicity. Ryder Sr.: But then this "benefactor" apparently provides resources and money. And I mean a lot of money. Ryder Sr.: It's a little unusual, but everything about this project is. |
Encrypted Log #3 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Accepted the offer —— Ryder Sr.: I accepted the Initiative's offer. They're calling me a "Pathfinder." There's no other option left—SAM will never happen without their help. Ryder Sr.: Our savings are gone and no one will return my calls. I'm a pariah. There's something strange going on with this benefactor, but... Ryder Sr.: Ellen's getting worse. I can't fail her. |
Encrypted Log #3 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Milky Way emergency —— Ryder Sr.: We've just arrived in Andromeda. Before the rest of the Hyperion wakes up, I've checked our comms for any signals from the Milky Way. Ryder Sr.: Looks like sometime in 2186, everything went to hell. We got out just ahead of it. Ryder Sr.: Commander Shepard was right. And so was out mysterious "benefactor." |
Encrypted Log #4 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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The benefactor / Message from Jien Garson —— Garson: Alec, this is Jien Garson. For the record, Year 2185. It's about "Fulcrum." Garson: I'm on the Nexus, and we're going into stasis for the voyage. Looks like you're already asleep. Garson: I'm very uncomfortable with our "benefactor," and the fact that we still don't know who they are... and all these lives in our hands. Garson: I should've done something sooner. This is all very troubling, Alec. Let's talk as soon as you reach Andromeda. |
Encrypted Log #4 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Message to Jien Garson —— Ryder Sr.: Jien, I got your message about "Fulcrum." It's now 2819. We reached Andromeda, but have no signs of the Nexus. I have the same concerns as you. Ryder Sr.: In all likelihood, the Milky Way... well, something terrible happened there. At least the benefactor spared us from that. But why keep hiding? Ryder Sr.: Something's off. But we've got bigger problems at the moment—Habitat 7 may be a bust. Finding a home is all that matters now. |
Encrypted Log #4 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Turian S.O.S. —— Turian Officer: [Static.] ...this is Palaven Command to all turian units within range! Turian Officer: [Static.] ...under catastrophic Reaper attack! Primarch Fedorian is dead... ground units are searching for the next in succession! Turian Officer: Will advise when—everybody get down! Turian Officer: [Reaper ship attack noise.] |
Encrypted Log #4 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Alliance S.O.S. —— Automated Voice: [Alarm blares.] Alliance personnel, please stand by for an emergency flash-traffic message. [Alarm blares.] Alliance Officer: This is a galaxy-wide alert for all human territories. Fleet Admiral Steven Hackett has declared Threat Condition Sabre One. Alliance Officer: Enemy presence confirmed in Sol system. Earth under Reaper attack. I say again: Reaper attack is underway. Alliance Officer: {Static.] ...further instructions to follow on coded channel Crimson Tacit. Alliance Officer: May God save us. [Static.] |
Encrypted Log #4 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Liara T'Soni transmission —— Dr. T'Soni: Hello, Alec. This is Liara T'Soni, and the year is 2186. I don't know if you'll even receive this message, but we corresponded years ago. Dr. T'Soni: I remember you spoke about a plan to settle Andromeda. I don't know if your arks made it out of the Milky Way but... the worst has happened here. Dr. T'Soni: I'm with Commander Shepard and a brave crew. We're trying to build a weapon to turn the tide, but... Dr. T'Soni: I fear that the civilization that you remember, the people of the Milky Way as you knew them, could be gone forever. Dr. T'Soni: You may be all that's left. Please, don't forget us. Keep us alive in your hearts, and tell your children of the wonders that once were. Dr. T'Soni: On behalf of the crew of the Normandy SR-2, this is Dr. Liara T'Soni signing off. |
Encrypted Log #4 - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Other Logs —— Ryder Sr.: I'm securing these Milky Way reports. This is the only copy, and I don't want it getting out. Ryder Sr.: Whatever happened was 600 years ago. Someday we might break the news to everyone, if the time's right. Ryder Sr.: I guess we always knew there was no going back. |
Encrypted Log #4 - Ryder Family Secrets |
Ryder's Room[]
These three audio logs play in a specific order that is always the same no matter which of the datapads is interacted with first. Once a datapad has been listened to, the audio log that plays is fixed to that datapad. Also, they aren't available until you've listened to the General Log/Asari Archaeologist branch of entries on the Archive System and SAM adds Dr. T'Soni's notes to the datapads.
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Dr. T'Soni: I'm Dr. T'Soni, and I've spent several decades researching ancient Protheans. Dr. T'Soni: It's common knowledge that the Protheans were an advanced race that flourished in the Milky Way about 50,000 years ago, then went extinct. Dr. T'Soni: Even at the time of this writing—the year of 2182—their culture remains a mystery. Dr. T'Soni: During my studies, I've developed some practices that can be used when analyzing any ancient culture. I hope they may prove useful for the research community. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Dr. T'Soni: When studying a dead race, the most obvious problem is the lack of an observable population. Dr. T'Soni: This raises the question: When is a species truly extinct? Dr. T'Soni: The Prothean civilization spanned the galaxy, and it took centuries to confirm that all members of the species really had died out. Dr. T'Soni: While it's possible that living Protheans may be found in a hidden pocket of the galaxy one day, the chances are statistically trivial. Dr. T'Soni: Once an extinction is confirmed, the study's nature moves from sociology to exo-archeology. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Dr. T'Soni: When studying an extinct race, it's important that our preconceptions and current knowledge not color the facts. We must look to the evidence itself. Dr. T'Soni: The Protheans constructed the Citadel and an incredible network of mass effect relays. This speaks to a cultural of the highest order. Dr. T'Soni: Such a monumental achievement surely must come from an enlightened race that was in harmony with its people, free of conflict and strife. Dr. T'Soni: Without the ability to study a living example, however, this can never be determined with 100% accuracy. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
Kadara[]
Haarfel[]
Kurinth's Valley[]
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Bishop: [Audio Log] Great One! Turn your gaze upon me! Accept this tribute! Bishop: [Audio Log] Reshape the world in your—wait! Great one! Wait! Ah! |
Mission Trigger - Old Skinner |
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Ruth Bekker: [Audio Log] This is Ruth Bekker. [Coughs.] Shuttle's crashed. I think I'm in Stage 3 of TH-314. Ruth Bekker: [Audio Log] This virus was dormant. I don't understand. [Coughs.] Can't let anyone near me. Ruth Bekker: [Audio Log] I'm going to set the warning buoys—and rig the shuttle to blow. Ruth Bekker: [Audio Log] I'm scared. I'm alone but—I can't take the risk. I'm so sorry. Ruth Bekker: [Audio Log] I—who's there? No! No, wait! Stay away from me, you can't— |
Mission Locked - Contagion |
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First log —— Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] More and more aliens keep showing up. Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] They are desperate, dirty things who will pay anything for a slab of adhi and clean water. Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] I thought all was lost when the kett invaded, but maybe our luck's changing. |
Mission Locked - Something in the Water |
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Second log —— Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] Today, I caught one of the aliens studying our filtration system. Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] I had Kariina and her sisters guard the facility. Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] If these "exiles" learn how to make their own water filters, they won't need us anymore. |
Mission Locked - Something in the Water |
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Final log —— Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] Some of the aliens have set up shelter not far from here. They call it "Charybdis Point." Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] A band of them came today demanding we hand over our water filters. Skylaar Yefir: [Audio Log] Kariina and the others were able to drive them off, but I fear the desperate look in their eyes. |
Mission Locked - Something in the Water |
Spirits' Ledge[]
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Sulfur Springs[]
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Collective Operative: [Audio Log] Relaying orders from the Charlatan. Collective Operative: [Audio Log] Fall back to Draullir base. We have a situation. |
Not Mission Locked |
Varren's Scalp[]
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Krannit: [Audio Log] [Laughs.] Hope my boys put up a fight. But you're too slow, Pathfinder. I got what you're looking for. Krannit: [Audio Log] I'll meet you and your asari at Kadara Port. You can buy the tech from me. Out. |
Mission Locked - Peebee: Remnant Scanner |
Nexus[]
Common Area[]
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Garson: This is Jien Garson. I don't have much time. I've been hiding in the sealed-off sections of the Nexus since we got here. Garson: Someone's trying to kill me. And now I can hear them down in the Hydroponics area—they're coming. Garson: I've embedded what I know in my VI in the Cultural Center. This log has the code. Garson:And whatever happens—oh god, they're outside the door! |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
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Del Jasin: [Audio Log] Kesh, I'm not sure what we can do here. We've got the systems stabilized for now. Del Jasin: [Audio Log] But we're going to need to reroute power soon. We could lose some stasis pods if we don't. |
Mission Locked - Nakmor Drack: Krogan Betrayal |
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William Spender: [Audio Log] Meeting notes for Director Tann. Engineering has requested resources we don't have, yet again. William Spender: [Audio Log] In particular, repairs to nonessential systems. I'm having doubts in Kesh's ability to prioritize tasks appropriately. |
Mission Locked - Nakmor Drack: Krogan Betrayal |
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Personal Notes 1 —— William Spender: [Audio Log] Tann is starting to get along with Vetra's replacement a little too well. William Spender: [Audio Log] Better do something about it. |
Mission Locked - Nakmor Drack: Krogan Betrayal |
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Personal Notes 2 —— William Spender: [Audio Log] Remind Addison that the krogan all left. Keep her unhappy. |
Mission Locked - Nakmor Drack: Krogan Betrayal |
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Personal Notes 3 —— William Spender: [Audio Log] Stay away from what's his face in charge of the first colony. William Spender: [Audio Log] If he thought I was messing with Addison, he could be serious trouble. |
Mission Locked - Nakmor Drack: Krogan Betrayal |
Cultural Center[]
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Garson: [Private] For years there was a silent partner involved with the Initiative. The truth is I was running out of money. Garson: [Private] Then a "benefactor" stepped in. I didn't ask questions. I never met them face-to-face. That was a mistake... I lied to everyone. Garson: [Private] Something big spooked them in the Milky Way, and now they're moving 100,000 of us to Andromeda. I hope it's all for the good but... Garson: [Private] I have my doubts. And now I think they're going to remove me. Garson: [Private] Alec Ryder and I had a codeword for this: "Fulcrum." He may have learned more. |
Mission Locked - Ryder Family Secrets |
Kesh's Office[]
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Kandros: [Audio Log] Aroane. On the record this time. Aroane: [Audio Log] We've been working with Spender since the mutiny. He armed us. And now he keeps us supplied... as long as we keep heat on the krogan. Aroane: [Audio Log] I don't know why he hates them. But he really hates them. |
Mission Locked - Nakmor Drack: A Future for Our People Only appears if Ryder chooses to not have Nakmor Drack drop Aroane Tao to his death. |
Militia Office[]
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Kandros: [Audio Log] The Nexus vs. Colonist Nilken. Evidence 7-A. Rensus: [Audio Log] Hiram? Hiram! They've seized the compound! Call for evacuation! Chief Reynolds: [Audio Log] We're not giving up, Nilken. We're taking it back! Rensus: [Audio Log] No! I'm not letting your ego get us killed, even if I have to...! Rensus: [Audio Log] [Angry grunting.] Chief Reynolds: [Audio Log] [Grunting.] No! Get him off me—get him off me! |
Mission Locked - First Murderer |
Port Meridian[]
Atrium[]
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Quarian Ark Signal: Repeating: This is the Ark Keelah Si'yah. The situation is not under control. Note and avoid until further updates. Repeating... | Not Mission Locked |
Tempest[]
Bridge[]
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Lucille Diawara: [Audio Log] A SAM found my construction gear, then. Well done. One of you Pathfinders got the Tempest. Lucille Diawara: [Audio Log] Macen Barro. Zevin Raeka. Matriarch Ishara. Alec Ryder. You were the best of us. Lucille Diawara: [Audio Log] Take care of my ship, and each other. Whatever's in Andromeda, you're the Milky Way to them. Lucille Diawara: [Audio Log] "We are such stuff as dreams are made on. And our little life is rounded with a sleep." |
Mission Locked - Excess Baggage |
Escape Pods[]
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Kalinda: [Audio Log] Hey, babe. Sorry I broke your pet. It lacked versatility. Couldn't keep up. Kalinda: [Audio Log] Maybe I'll do the same with your other new toy. Ta. |
Mission Locked - Peebee: Reclaiming Poc |
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Peebee: [Audio Log] Hello—don't worry, I'm not springing anything terrible on you. Actually, you be the judge. Peebee: [Audio Log] So, you and your team are like a fungus, you know? You look and smell funny, and you grow in the weirdest places. Peebee: [Audio Log] And somehow, you've found root in my—oh, it's so corny to say... in my heart. Ugh. (Sighs) Peebee: [Audio Log] I'm recording this so when I get antsy—and believe me, I will—just sit my ass down and play it. A "shut-Peebee-up-free" card. Peebee: [Audio Log] Now, if there's anything you'd like to preserve for posterity, say it at the beep. Oh, and then join me in the meeting room? Peebee: [Audio Log] Um... Beeeeeeeeeeep. |
Mission Locked - After Peebee: A Mysterious Remnant Signal |
Med Bay[]
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Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] ...the Archon has abandoned our way. Spurns tradition, defies protocol. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] He abuses his authority, obsesses over Remnant secrets, and keeps us cut off from home. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] This cannot continue. He will return to the path of right, or be destroyed. This is my promise. Mysterious Speaker: [Audio Log] An Archon stands tall only while we hold him up. |
Mission Locked - Dissension in the Ranks |
Pathfinder's Quarters[]
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Peebee: [Audio Log] A night cap for you. When you're ready, call and I'll come running. With a surprise. —Peebee | Mission Locked - Peebee: Spirits |
Voeld[]
A Trail of Hope[]
There are multiple phrases spoken by the Kett Holographic Recording. The phrases vary and will be spoken when approaching the holo. Eventually, the holo sort of breaks down and repeats "I am Archon" a lot. The Kett Holographic Device is fixed and the message does not change.
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Archon: Fortunate welcome. Archon: Fortunate welcome. New destiny is given—freely given. Archon: I am Archon. Archon: I am Archon. I choose you for new dignity. Archon: I am Archon. I choose you for new glory. Archon: I am Archon. I choose you for new power. Archon: Leave fear. There is no need for it now. Archon: Step into the arms of your new greatness. Archon: Step into the arms of your new people. Archon: Welcome, Chosen. Archon: Welcome. Step forward. Archon: You are purity. Archon: You are the Chosen. Archon: Your true life begins now. |
Mission Locked - A Trail of Hope |
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Archon: Keep this place sacred and I will embrace you. Archon: You are elite among kett. Archon: All at home envy your sacred position. |
Mission Locked - A Trail of Hope |
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Cora Harper: Asari Ark[]
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Periphona Captain: [Audio Log] Final log. If the ark ever finds this: we failed. Couldn't draw them off. The data copy's lost. Periphona Captain: [Audio Log] The Decimation's too cunning. Forgive us. We tried... |
Mission Locked - Cora Harper: Asari Ark |
Know Your Enemy[]
Kett Facility[]
There are three audio logs on datapads that display as terminal entries. The titles of the audio logs are fixed and the order of discovery is fixed, but they are not linked—it doesn't matter which audio log you activate first, you'll hear the first audio log. Recording: Operations Log ZK-7539, Recording: Operations Log ZR-2851, Recording: Operations Log ZT-9329
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First Scholar: [Audio Log] The angaran genetic code that expresses as projection of a bioelectric field has been isolated. First Scholar: [Audio Log] The process to integrate this into our own genome is ongoing. Early successes documented. First Scholar: [Audio Log] Once complete, adaptation to be distributed to all Ascendant in Heleus. First Scholar: [Audio Log] Ability may also prove useful as part of base solider configurations. First Scholar: [Audio Log] All research has been transmitted to the empire. |
Mission Locked - Know Your Enemy |
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First Scholar: [Audio Log] Transmissions unacknowledged by homeworld. First Scholar: [Audio Log] Possible breakdown in connection and information mishandled. First Scholar: [Audio Log] Investigation ongoing. Logs to be updated shortly. |
Mission Locked - Know Your Enemy |
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First Scholar: [Audio Log] All transmissions appear to have failed. First Scholar: [Audio Log] Some of the team has suggested that this research is being prevented from leaving Heleus. First Scholar: [Audio Log] Troubling implications. Set aside for now. First Scholar: [Audio Log] Taking steps to verify that primary communications are still active. |
Mission Locked - Know Your Enemy |
Kett Communications Station[]
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Kett Recording: [Audio Log] Primus: Communication orders require explanation. Kett Recording: [Audio Log] Archon commands a block of all transmissions of angara data to the empire. Kett Recording: [Audio Log] He is in breach of protocol. |
Mission Locked - Know Your Enemy |
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Primus: [Audio Log] Communications: Only Archon is aware of shifting situation in Heleus. Primus: [Audio Log] If Archon's opinion is that protocols are not to our benefit, accept his wisdom. Primus: [Audio Log] He is the Senate's voice in Heleus, and must be obeyed. |
Mission Locked - Know Your Enemy |
The Vanished[]
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Ibyl: [Audio Log] Father, mother, if I don't get to Techiix, I hope the Resistance finds this message--and you. Ibyl: [Audio Log] I love you both so much. I didn't want to leave you alone in that cave. Ibyl: [Audio Log] The kett are following me. They'll take me, just like Oren and Ulri. Ibyl: [Audio Log] What do they want with our family? Why is this happening to us? Ibyl: [Audio Log] I hear them. They're close. I love you... I love you. |
Mission Trigger - The Vanished |
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Relmoj: [Audio Log] Whoever hears this message, please... find our daughter, Ibyl. She was headed for Techiix. Relmoj: [Audio Log] The kett are hunting us. They stole our sons and daughters. Ibyl is all my wife and I have left. Relmoj: [Audio Log] We heard Techiix was safe, but it's too far. Too dark out here. Relmoj: [Audio Log] We sent Ibyl on without us. To save her. Relmoj: [Audio Log] The kett followed us. I hear them outside. They'll find me and Eira. Only a matter of time. Relmoj: [Audio Log] Ibyl, if you ever hear this, we love you. Never forget that. Be strong. |
Mission Trigger - The Vanished |
Others[]
Ark Natanus[]
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Dea Praeton: [Audio Log] Something's tearing the Natanus apart—half the cryo chamber is gone. Trying to get anyone awake to the escape pods. Dea Praeton: [Audio Log] Spirits, there's no time. Find Macen! |
Mission Locked - Turian Ark: Lost But Not Forgotten |
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Macen Barro: [Audio Log] SA... SAM. How— Macen Barro: [Audio Log] SAM. How far to Avi's pod? SAM: [Audio Log] 300 meters. Macen Barro: [Audio Log] An easy stroll, then. Macen Barro: [Audio Log] Damn it. Maybe not so easy. |
Mission Locked - Turian Ark: Lost But Not Forgotten |
Verakan[]
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Primus: [Audio Log] The Archon has ordered a complete inventory of the enemy vessel. Primus: [Audio Log] All equipment is to be broken down and analyzed at once. Primus: [Audio Log] The living specimens should be handled with extra care. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] I'm told this specimen lays claim to a title. Moshae Sjefa: [Audio Log] Among my people, I'm known as "Moshae." Archon: [Audio Log] Here, you are nothing. Moshae Sjefa: [Audio Log] I am your enemy. Archon: [Audio Log] You serve a use. That is all. It's why you still live. Archon: [Audio Log] You will tell me what you know, or you will suffer. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Moshae Sjefa: [Audio Log] (Gasping.) I told you… I've never seen… the relic before. Archon: [Audio Log] Pain will remind you. Moshae Sjefa: [Audio Log] (Pained reaction.) Archon: [Audio Log] A final time: how does Meridian work? Moshae Sjefa: [Audio Log] I don't… know. Archon: [Audio Log] Then the specimen will learn true agony. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] Tell me what you know of Meridian. Is that why you're here? Salarian Prisoner: [Audio Log] Meridian? I've never heard of it. We just got here. It was a long trip, and— Archon: [Audio Log] Again: tell me of Meridian. Salarian Prisoner: [Audio Log] I just explained. I don't know what that is, I— Archon: [Audio Log] Then what use are you? Salarian Prisoner: [Audio Log] What do you— (Screams.) Archon: [Audio Log] Dissect this specimen as you will. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Primus: [Audio Log] Curious. But one lie, and that can be broken. Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] You won't break something you can still use. Primus: [Audio Log] Clever prattle. Everything serves. Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] Before, maybe. But now when I talk, you'll listen. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Primus: [Audio Log] Where are you from? Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] A different galaxy. We call it the Milky Way. Primus: [Audio Log] Why did you come here? Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] We're settlers... just looking for a place to live. Primus: [Audio Log] Speak the truth: where is your invasion force? Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] We're not invaders! Please, who are you people? We don't mean any harm. We—wait... wait! (Screams.) |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] I can't tell you what I don't know! Primus: [Audio Log] You lie. Where is the one you call "Pathfinder"? Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] I don't know! Salarian Captive: [Audio Log] (Screams.) |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] The reports are true: strangers have arrived on our borders. Specimens we've never seen. Archon: [Audio Log] We captured a lone vessel. The occupants claim they come from another galaxy. "Milky Way," they call it. Archon: [Audio Log] A great opportunity lies before us. A treasure of fresh specimens... genetics shaped by forces outside out galaxy. Archon: [Audio Log] This could be quite the prize. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] One of the specimens—a "human"—has done the impossible: it spoke to the Remnant machines. Archon: [Audio Log] By some unknown power, it enforced its will on the old technology. The machines responded. Archon: [Audio Log] The weather had changed. For years, we toiled in misery trying to understand it. And this newcomer succeeds in one day? Archon: [Audio Log] At all costs, we must obtain this specimen. The implications for Meridian are extraordinary. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] Most useful in these "salarians" are their cognitive abilities. Their thought processes occur much faster than in the others. Archon: [Audio Log] There is a cleverness about them. A cunning which could be leveraged. More work is needed to isolate the genetic markers. Archon: [Audio Log] There is no shortage of specimens to choose from. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] These "turian" possess a useful exoskeleton. On harsh worlds, it could prove advantageous. Archon: [Audio Log] More intriguing, there is a discipline about them—adherence to militaristic order. An effective trait for instilling obedience. Archon: [Audio Log] Additional specimens will be required for study. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] The ones they call "asari"—their reproduction is a mix of biology, thought, and memories. Archon: [Audio Log] They take what they need from a species, as they should. Reproduction cannot be left to chance. The superior race dominates. Archon: [Audio Log] Yet these asari pretend otherwise. A "melding," they call it. "Embracing eternity." Biology has no use for poetry. Archon: [Audio Log] In the end, their biotic traits may prove the most useful. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] Among the new specimens, the "human" is the most perplexing. They possess an emotional range which often exceeds the others. Archon: [Audio Log] Their unpredictable nature marks them as dangerous. But if the root of their passions could be isolated... Archon: [Audio Log] We must identify a champion among them, and capture it for further study. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
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Archon: [Audio Log] The "krogan" are a brutish race. Which could be useful. Redundant organs and a savage temperament—made to kill. Archon: [Audio Log] Even the other specimens fear them. A deliberate genetic fault was introduced to limit the krogan population. Archon: [Audio Log] But I wonder... without this defect, they could be unstoppable. |
Mission Locked - Hunting the Archon |
