Garrus: Eye for an Eye
Garrus Vakarian's loyalty mission, 'Eye for an Eye,' is a critical quest for unlocking his full potential. This mission delves into Garrus's past and his relentless pursuit of justice against the mercs who wronged his squad. Successfully completing it not only strengthens your bond with Garrus but also grants him the powerful Concussive Shot ability, a vital asset for the Suicide Mission.
The mission begins after you've recruited Garrus and progressed through the main storyline. You'll receive a message from Garrus about a lead on the mercs responsible for the ambush that cost him his squad. Head to the Citadel and speak with him to initiate the quest. He'll be waiting at the bar in the Upper Market. After the conversation, you'll need to travel to the Omega space station.
Upon arriving at Omega, Garrus will have a plan to lure out the merc leader, Sidonis. You'll need to meet with an informant named Nyreen Kandros in the Afterlife club. Be prepared for some intense firefights as you navigate Omega's seedy underbelly. The path will lead you through various combat encounters, testing your squad's combat effectiveness.
The core of the mission revolves around a moral choice. You'll eventually corner Sidonis, and Garrus will be presented with the opportunity for revenge. However, Sidonis reveals he was coerced into the ambush by a third party. You have two primary options:
- Allow Garrus to kill Sidonis: This will satisfy Garrus's immediate desire for vengeance but might have minor narrative repercussions later.
- Spare Sidonis: This is the more morally ambiguous choice, but it als with Shepard's often pragmatic approach. You can convince Garrus that true justice isn't always about revenge.
Regardless of your choice, the mission concludes with a significant confrontation. After the confrontation, you'll return to the Normandy. Speak with Garrus again to solidify his loyalty. If you've made the right choices and strengthened your bond, he will express his gratitude and unlock his loyalty power, Concussive Shot. This power is invaluable for crowd control and staggering tougher enemies during the final mission.
Key Takeaways:
- Initiate the mission by speaking with Garrus on the Citadel.
- Travel to Omega and meet Nyreen Kandros in Afterlife.
- Face a critical choice regarding Sidonis's fate.
- Completing this mission unlocks Garrus's loyalty power, Concussive Shot.