Companions & Relationships
The companions you recruit in Knights of the Old Republic are more than just combat allies; they are integral to the narrative, offering unique perspectives, personal quests, and the potential for deep relationships. Building rapport with them can unlock new dialogue, abilities, and even influence the game's ending.
Each companion has their own distinct personality, backstory, and alment. Your actions and dialogue choices can influence their disposition towards you. Consistently making choices that al with their personal beliefs will increase their Influence or Affinity with you. Conversely, actions that contradict their values can lead to disapproval.
Key companions and their potential relationships:
- Bastila Shan: A devout Jedi Sentinel with a strong sense of duty. Building a positive relationship with Bastila can lead to a romantic entanglement for male characters, deepening her loyalty and potentially unlocking unique dialogue and story elements.
- Canderous Ordo: A grizzled Mandalorian warrior with a pragmatic and honorable outlook. Gaining his respect involves demonstrating strength and loyalty. He often shares tales of his past, offering insights into Mandalorian culture.
- HK-47: The assassin droid with a cynical and darkly humorous personality. While not capable of traditional romance, building a strong rapport with HK-47 involves understanding his programming and appreciating his unique perspective on organic life.
- Jolee Bindo: An enigmatic Jedi Consular with a penchant for riddles and a complex past. Earning his trust involves engaging with his philosophical musings and demonstrating wisdom.
- Juhani: A Jedi Guardian grappling with her past mistakes. Her journey involves seeking redemption, and your support can help her find peace.
- T3-M4: The loyal astromech droid. While his communication is limited, his unwavering support and technical expertise make him a valuable ally.
How to build relationships:
- Dialogue Choices: Pay attention to dialogue options. Choosing responses that al with a companion's personality and beliefs will increase their affinity.
- Personal Quests: Each companion has a personal questline that delves into their backstory. Completing these quests is often crucial for deepening your bond.
- Alment: Your character's alment (Light Side or Dark Side) can also affect how companions perceive you. Some companions are more forgiving of dark deeds than others.
- Gifts: In some cases, giving companions specific items might influence their opinion, though this is less pronounced than dialogue and quests.
Benefits of strong relationships:
- Companion Abilities: High affinity can unlock new combat abilities or Force powers for your companions.
- Story Progression: Certain dialogue options or even plot points may only become available with a high level of influence.
- Ending Variations: Your relationships with companions can impact the game's epilogue.
Investing time in your companions will not only enrich the narrative but also provide tangible benefits, making them more effective allies in your fight for the galaxy.