Kirrahe will survive if you take out the geth fliers by disabling the landing strips on your way into the compound. If you don't, he will die to an air assault.

How do I make sure Kirrahe survives?

How to Save Kirrahe

1. Disrupt Communications.
2. Destroy the Satellite Uplink.
3. Destroy Geth Flyers.
4. Disable Alarms.

Is it possible to save Kirrahe?

It's easy to accidentally let Captain Kirrahe die in Mass Effect 1 during a difficult mission on Virmire. He and his team know the risks and are expecting to get slaughtered, but it's actually possible to keep him alive during the mission on Virmire.

What happens if Captain Kirrahe dies?

If Kirrahe did not survive Virmire, Lieutenant Tolan takes his place at the beginning of the mission. An unnamed soldier, in Kirrahe's stead, also attempts to cover Shepard but does not survive.

Does it matter who I send with Kirrahe?

It doesn't matter which one was sent to the AA tower with Captain Kirrahe and which one was left to arm the bomb, this plays out the same way. You only have time to save both, and whomever you neglect will be killed when the bomb destroys the base on Virmire.

Mass Effect - How to SAVE KIRRAHE (Plus Consequences for ME2/ME3)

Who should I give to Captain Kirrahe?

Here's the deal: there is no immediate consequence to who you choose to send with Kirrahe, other than that they will be unavailable to you for your squad for the rest of the Virmire mission. Keep in mind that Ashley has the skill set of the Soldier Class, while Kaidan more closely resembles the Sentinel class.

Is it better to save Ashley or Kaiden?

Kaiden may be the stronger choice, but Ashley isn't without her merits. Those who are looking for more character development and growth would be better off saving Ashley, especially if Shepard is romancing her. By the time of Mass Effect 3, Ashley has undergone a modicum of personal growth.

Should I send Ashley or Kaiden?

Consequences of Choosing Ashley or Kaidan

Party Role: If you're undecided about who to lose, you should take into account who offers a more worthwhile class for your needs based on your own class and party setup. You lose a Soldier if you sacrifice Ashley, and lose a Sentinel if you sacrifice Kaidan.

Can you save both Kaiden and Ashley?

Thanks to the hard work of one modder, it's now possible to save both Ashley and Kaidan in the remastered Mass Effect Legendary Edition, and keep 'em alive for the duration of the trilogy.

Do I have to do Virmire right away?

It doesn't matter which order you do Therum, Noveria, Feros and Virmire except for rewards and companions during these missions. If you played KOTOR, people often do Tatooine and Kashyyk earlier to get NPCs. Same way in ME, without spoiling anything, Therum first and Virmire last will let you get most of your squad.

What happens if I let the salarian commando out?

If you let him out he succumbs to the "incessant whispering" and attacks along with the indoctrinated salarians from adjoining cells. If you choose to leave him, he doesn't take this sitting down and will try to get out by charging the glass, cracking it partially (and his skull) in the process.

Who is the best romance in Mass Effect?

Liara T'Soni

Liara's status as by far the best long-term romance option in the original Mass Effect game is already reason enough to rank her high on this list, but her lofty placement is really all about how your relationship with Liara evolves across the trilogy.

Can Ashley join in Mass Effect 2?

Due to Shepard working with Cerberus and Ashley working for the Alliance, unfortunately the player will only have one face-to-face interaction with her in Mass Effect 2, which is the end of the Horizon Mission.

Should I save or sacrifice the council?

Weighing the pros and cons, it's best to save the Citadel Council at the end of Mass Effect 1. Whilst having the Destiny Ascension as a war asset is worth slightly less compared to the fully stocked Alliance fleets (70 vs. 100), Shephard will have an easier time throughout the trilogy by sparing the alien leadership.

Who can female Shepard romance?

In Mass Effect 1, female Shepard can romance either Kaidan or Liara. Male Shepard can romance either Ashley or Liara. Aside from these main romances, you can also experience a romance scene with the Asari Consort on the Citadel.

What is the best class in Mass Effect 2?

Infiltrator is also a bit better in the sequels, but they're arguably still your best overall option in Mass Effect if you want to pick a class that can use some of the game's better tech abilities.

What happens if you save the Council in Mass Effect?

If you let the Council die, the Alliance forces will be superior War Assets in Mass Effect 3, while if you save them, the Alliance will be weakened, but you'll get The Ascension as a War Asset to balance it out.

Does it matter who goes with Salarians?

As you explore the base on Virmire, you'll have to send either Ashley or Kaiden to work with some Salarians led by Captain Kirrahe. This choice doesn't matter too much, but if one of them is a core member of your squad, gameplay-wise, do not send them, as you won't be able to bring them with you.

Can Saren join you?

No, you cannot romance or join him. If you want to know more about Saren, find and read a copy of the prequel novel, Mass Effect: Revelations. It was written by the same person who was the lead writer for the game. A question should start with WHY.

Does Tali ever show her face?

Tali's face was eventually shown at the end of Mass Effect 3 to those who romanced the character via a picture in Shepard's cabin. Her design was based on the Photoshop of a human stock photo model - something which angered some of the character's fans.

Is male or female Shepard better?

Allowing the player to choose between a male and female Shepard, however, is an example of too much choice resulting in less specificity and poorer narrative quality. Commander Shepard is a more interesting, deeper, and more fully realized character as a woman.

How old is Shepard in Mass Effect?

"Shepard was born on April 11, 2154," quoted from the resident article on Commander Shepard. The series begins in 2183, so Shepard 28/29 years old.

How do you save Saren?

Just keep moving, using powers, and shooting until the Saren husk finally falls dead. When it does, it turns to dust and you are rewarded with the final cutscene.

Who should I bring on Virmire?

The game doesn't swap in different party members for you to choose between, and they'll be the only ones who can be assigned to arm the bomb and fight alongside Captain Kirrahe. To that end, you should bring whichever party you're most comfortable with.