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.3N.02. Eclipse Base
Mass Effect 2

.3N.02. Eclipse Base

Mass Effect 2 Eclipse Base walkthrough: find the Scimitar Shotgun, unlock Biotic Damage, and defeat the Gunship.

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Mass Effect 2 Eclipse Base walkthrough: find the Scimitar Shotgun, unlock Biotic Damage, and defeat the Gunship.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Upon arrival, deal with an inactive LOKI mech and prepare for an immediate fight.
  2. 2
    Fight through Eclipse forces and mechs, avoiding toxic clouds that appear from destroyed crates. These clouds can be tolerated for about 10 seconds and boost biotic powers, but it is best to avoid them.
  3. 3
    In the next area, pick up the Scimitar Assault Shotgun. Note that shotguns are generally underpowered in Mass Effect 2, with Grunt's Claymore being an exception. Ensure Grunt has his Claymore equipped if he is in your squad.
  4. 4
    You will hear an Eclipse member whispering in a closed room. You can choose to show mercy or not. To earn the uniform, each member must commit murder. If you do not take the Renegade interrupt, the only option is Paragon to let her go.
  5. 5
    Locate and acquire the Sample 634 Analysis, which unlocks the Biotic Damage upgrade.
  6. 6
    In the subsequent area, engage a mech and more Eclipse sisters, utilizing the central railing for cover (press the cover button to crouch behind walls or objects) against toxins.
  7. 7
    Proceed upstairs to face more LOKI Mechs, sisters, and an Eclipse Heavy firing missiles. Use Overload to deal with them.
  8. 8
    Head up the next set of stairs. A Gunship will appear in the distance and fly away. Defeat the immediate enemies, which come in pairs or trios.
  9. 9
    Pick up items in the room, listen to the log, and proceed through the doors.
  10. 10
    Exit the hallway to face activated LOKI mechs.
  11. 11
    Prepare to fight the Gunship. Use Heavy weapons and ensure your squad uses weapons effective against Armor.
  12. 12
    The Gunship attacks from the west, then retreats. Seek cover on the west side (using the protruding stairs as cover) as it will return in approximately 15 seconds from the east/center. Staying on the west side makes it easier to dodge its attacks. The Gunship will then hover in the center, allowing you to engage it.
  13. 13
    Pick up the Shipping Manifest to gain another assignment. You can return it to either Detective Anaya or Pitne For.
  14. 14
    Talk to Niftu Cal.
  15. 15
    In the final area of the base, confront Captain Wasea, who will retreat. She is supported by sisters and an Eclipse Heavy. Obtain Wasea's datapad.
  16. 16
    Hack a terminal in the room.
  17. 17
    Speak with Detective Anaya about the log and resolve the situation with the manifest.
  18. 18
    Recruiting Samara provides a Biotic Damage upgrade.
Tips
  • Avoid toxic clouds as much as possible, though they can boost biotic powers for a short duration.
  • Use the railing in the center of the area with toxic canisters for cover while engaging enemies.
  • When fighting the Gunship, prioritize taking cover on the west side to avoid its attacks.
  • Ensure your squad is equipped with weapons effective against Armor for the Gunship fight.
  • The Eclipse Terminal costs 3000 or 6000 credits.
  • There is a Platinum item worth 2000 credits.

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