Zaeed (DLC) Companion Guide

Zaeed Massani is a ruthless mercenary and a veteran bounty hunter, available as a downloadable content (DLC) companion. He is pragmatic, battle-hardened, and driven by a desire for profit and survival. Zaeed's loyalty mission, "The Price of Revenge," involves him confronting a former associate and seeking retribution, crucial for his loyalty and combat effectiveness.

Zaeed is a frontline combatant who excels at dealing heavy damage with firearms and explosives. His abilities are focused on raw offensive power and survivability, making him a reliable choice for engaging enemies directly.

Zaeed's Abilities and Strengths

Class: Zaeed is a specialized Soldier, granting him access to weapon damage bonuses and Adrenaline Rush.
Sature Ability: Zaeed's signature ability is Incendiary Ammo, which imbues his weapons with burning damage over time. This is effective against unarmored targets and can stagger enemies.
Combat Proficiency: He is proficient with assault rifles and heavy weapons, making him capable of dealing significant damage to both single targets and groups.
Loyalty Mission: "The Price of Revenge" involves Zaeed tracking down Vido Santiago, the leader of the Blue Suns who betrayed him. Completing this mission allows Zaeed to confront his past and unlocks his ultimate ability, Inferno Grenade, a powerful explosive that deals area-of-effect fire damage.

Recommended Zaeed Build

When upgrading Zaeed, prioritize the following:

Incendiary Ammo Upgrades: Focus on upgrades that increase the damage and duration of his Incendiary Ammo. The final upgrade, Pale Fire, allows his ammo to cause explosions on impact, adding area-of-effect damage.
Inferno Grenade: Maximize the effectiveness of Inferno Grenade by investing in upgrades that increase its damage and area of effect. This ability is incredibly potent for clearing out groups of enemies or dealing with heavily armored targets.
Soldier Specializations: Invest in his Soldier class abilities that enhance his weapon damage, particularly with assault rifles and heavy weapons, and improve his survivability.

Combat Tactics with Zaeed

Zaeed is best deployed on the front lines, where he can draw enemy fire and dish out significant damage. His Incendiary Ammo is excellent for softening up groups of enemies or focusing down tougher targets. Inferno Grenade is invaluable for clearing out entrenched enemies or dealing with clustered groups. Pair him with squadmates who can provide support or capitalize on his offensive pressure.

Zaeed's loyalty mission becomes available after recruiting him and progressing through the main story. Completing it is essential for unlocking his full combat potential and ensuring he is a loyal and effective member of your crew for the Suicide Mission.