The Professor: Missing Assistant — Mass Effect 2 Walkthrough
On the Citadel, you'll encounter Elias Kehl, a Salarian scientist seeking your help to find his missing assistant, a Krogan named Urdnot Kesh. This mission, 'Dossier: The Professor,' involves navigating the Citadel's underbelly and confronting a dangerous situation. Follow these steps to locate Kesh and resolve the situation.
Your investigation into 'The Professor' begins on the Citadel. You'll find Elias Kehl in the Upper Market area, near the elevator. He's a Salarian scientist who is deeply concerned about his Krogan assistant, Urdnot Kesh. Kesh has gone missing, and Kehl fears she's fallen into trouble. He believes she may have been involved with a group that is experimenting with Krogan combat drugs, a dangerous and volatile substance. Your task is to track down Kesh and ensure her safety, while also potentially uncovering the truth behind these illicit experiments.
Locating Urdnot Kesh:
Kehl will give you a general direction to start your search. You'll need to head to the lower, more industrial levels of the Citadel. Specifically, you'll be looking for a bar known as the 'Afterlife.' This is a common haunt for various unsavory characters and a likely place to find someone who might have seen Kesh or know of her whereabouts. Once inside Afterlife, you'll need to speak with the bartender and other patrons to gather information. Be prepared for some resistance; not everyone will be forthcoming with information, and you may need to use your persuasion skills or resort to intimidation.
The Missing Assistant:
Your investigation will eventually lead you to a hidden laboratory where Kesh is being held. It turns out she wasn't entirely a victim; she was involved in the experiments, but things went awry. You'll likely encounter hostile individuals guarding the lab, so be ready for combat. Inside, you'll find Kesh and the Salarian scientist responsible for the illegal research. You'll have a crucial dialogue choice here:
- Convince Kesh to return with you: This is the 'good' outcome, where you persuade Kesh to leave the dangerous research and return to Elias Kehl.
- Allow Kesh to continue her work: This is a more morally ambiguous choice, where you let Kesh pursue her research, which could have unforeseen consequences.
- Confront the scientist: Depending on your dialogue choices, you may also have the option to deal with the scientist directly.
Rewards:
Successfully resolving this mission will earn you experience points, credits, and potentially increase your reputation with Elias Kehl. If you manage to convince Kesh to return, you'll also gain her as a potential asset or ally later on. The choices you make here can influence future interactions and the overall narrative.
Remember to utilize your squadmates' abilities effectively during combat, especially against groups of enemies. Tech abilities can be useful for disabling opponents, while biotics can control the battlefield.