.2B.06. Grunt

Learn how to best utilize Grunt in Mass Effect! Discover his stats, powers like Concussive Shot and Incendiary Ammo, and effective combat strategies for Grunt.

Alright, let's talk about Grunt, one of your most formidable squadmates in Mass Effect. He's a Krogan, and that means he's built tough, with a massive health pool and decent armor. We'll break down his stats, his unique powers, and how to get the most out of him in combat.

Stats / Weaknesses:

• HP: 600
• Armor: 300
• Weapon Damage: +25%
• Health Regeneration: 40 points per second
• Potential Weapon Damage: +40% squad or +60% personal Armor/organic
• Weapons: Assault Rifle, Shotgun

Powers:

• Concussive Shot (Rank 3)
• Incendiary Ammo (Rank 4)
• Krogan Warlord (Rank 4)
• Fortification (Rank 2)

Notes:

• Grunt has a huge health pool thanks to Krogan Vitality research, plus that solid health regeneration. This means Fortification isn't as crucial for him as it might be for others, and honestly, it doesn't even work as described – it only replenishes armor, not the total amount.
• Incendiary Ammo is often considered one of the less useful ammo powers, but it's not bad for Grunt if he has the self-powered version. It's up to you if you want to invest in it.
• Concussive Shot is a fast way to deal damage, especially against enemies with barriers or no defenses. Since Grunt isn't wasting cooldowns on other active abilities, it's a decent addition.
• When Grunt has a shotgun equipped, he's great at drawing enemy fire, but he can get himself into trouble. If you switch him to an assault rifle, he'll hang back more. Because you can change his weapon on the fly, he's versatile for both roles.
• Grunt is particularly effective against armored enemies, though he can handle barriers too.