Squad Goals — A Mass Effect Podcast

Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back for one final time to look back on the Mass Effect games. They begin by talking about the qualities that make a Mass Effect game to determine if Andromeda met those, as established by the trilogy. They discuss when Andromeda felt like a proper Mass Effect game, and evaluate if it lived up to the legacy of the trilogy.

Then, they discuss the length of the game and how much can be considered filler. They talk about the strength of the game being the characterization of the crew. They also consider the quests available throughout the game and if they were worth the effort. They discuss the evolution of the game world and whether Andromeda was a great game or simply a good game.  They then share their rankings for the four games, and debate whether Andromeda would have been better served with a Paragon/Renegade system.

They then engage in the Mass Effect Draft, drafting teams for an unspecified galactic mission from all possible Mass Effect characters.

Finally, they talk about the end of the show.  Thank you for listening to Squad Goals!

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Nick Zielenkievicz
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Chip Locke

Cory Treadway
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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back again to wind down their discussion of Mass Effect Andromeda. They talk about getting stuck inside Meridian, and then dive into the crafting system. They consider the aesthetics of Kett gear and evaluate the function of crafting. They also discuss RPG inventory philosphies. Then, they talk about the upgrades available for the Nomad. Chip gets an opportunity to review his list of mods.

Next, they discuss the placement of the Angaran creation revelation, and if that fit within the story. They try to decide if the Kett ever felt like enough of a threat. Nick wonders about Architects on Aya and Havarl. They talk about the Havarl map compared to the other planets. Then, everyone once again speculates on the identity of the Benefactor.

They evaluate the structure of the show as a function of completing planets in order. Nick shares some notes from a new playthrough. They discuss their strategies for creating new characters. Finally, they discuss Bioware's ability to put out different Mass Effect games, and lament the state of the industry.

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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back to finish talking about their

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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back to continue talking about their experiences playing through Mass Effect Andromeda! This week they encounter the Archon on Meridian in the big final battle for the Heleus Cluster! Nick begins by comparing the Kett attacking the Hyperion to the Reapers attacking the Citadel. They talk about the geography and geometry of Meridian as a Dyson Sphere. They lament that they could not explore Meridian more. They talk about Ryder getting cut off from SAM and having to play as the other Ryder with no powers. They discuss Ryder communing with the Remnant without SAM. They discuss the fate of Captain Dunn. They also discuss the other characters that appear during the battle. They discuss the fight against the Archon and the Architect. Finally, they talk about the Hyperion being stuck on Meridian and if that will replace the Nexus as the major hub of the cluster. Thank you for listening to Squad Goals – A Mass Effect Andromeda Podcast! Please send any comments or questions to [email protected] or @squadgoalsN7.mash.gg on Bluesky.

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Chip Locke

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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back to continue talking about Mass Effect Andromeda! This week they wrap up all the outstanding questlines before they head off to find Meridian proper. They talk about the plan to calculate the location of Meridian, and how new systems have now opened up on the cluster map. They talk about Tann finally accepting and approving of the plan. They also consider the news of Kallo coming into money.
They also talk about the romances available, as Chip explored the Cora romance while Nick and Kura were involved with Vetra. They go on a tangent about SAM being involved in the bedroom. Then they discuss the relative ages of several of the characters.

Next, they discuss the ongoing Movie Night questline that finally wraps up, and compare it to the Citadel DLC.

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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back for the 100th time to continue talking about playing through Mass Effect, and specifically Andromeda. After a recap of events on Meridian, Nick discusses his choice to bring Drack and Vetra over Peebee and Jaal. Chip points out that Jaal keeps providing input even when not in the party. They talk about the Jardaan and the timeframe of their arrival and development. They discuss the Scourge as a weapon. Next, the review the revelation that the Angara were created by the Jardaan, and wonder how the Angaran AI on Voeld fits into this. They wonder about the relationship between the Jardaan and the Kett. They talk about the Kett fighting the Remnant in the Remnant City. Finally, they consider the quote "the machine of life is everything." Thank you for listening to Squad Goals – A Mass Effect Andromeda Podcast! Please send any comments or questions to [email protected] or @squadgoalsN7.mash.gg on Bluesky.

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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back this week to continue talking about their experience playing Mass Effect Andromeda.  They begin talking about how the council wants to block their mission to Meridian, so the Pathfinders help the Tempest crew get around their superiors. Next, they discuss the Saelen and Dr. Aden quest regarding the Salarian response to the Kett invasion. Then they discuss Alec Ryder's memories and the revelation that Ellen is alive and that Alec knew the Reapers were coming.

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This week, Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back to talk about playing through Mass Effect Andromeda. This week they talk about the after effects of Ryder temporarily dying on the Kett ship. Nick talks about failing to romance Suvi. They also talk about the possibility of romancing Drack. They travel to Eos where Gil introduces Ryder to Jill and Cora plants some seeds. They discuss Lexi being angry with SAM. They also talk about Vetra inviting Ryder rock-climbing. They talk about meeting the family of Jaal and Chip does not like Jaal. Finally, they discuss the quest to track down the Primus and whether or not they cut a deal with her. Thank you for listening to Squad Goals – A Mass Effect Andromeda Podcast! Please send any comments or questions to [email protected] or @squadgoalsN7.mash.gg on Bluesky.

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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back this week to continue talking about Mass Effect Andromeda. This week they venture into the Tafeno system where the Archon has his ship with the relic that Ryder needs to learn about Meridian. The guys begin by talking about the decision to save the Salarian Pathfinder or the kidnapped Krogan. Nick compares this mission to Virmire in Mass Effect 1, with that decision recalling the Ashley or Kaiden dilemma. They talk about the timeline of the Salarians encountering the Kett. Then they discuss SAM killing Ryder which leads to a discussion about SAM appearing in Mass Effect 5. They talk about how the Kett evaluate each of the Milky Way races. Nick complains about a lack of Behemoths but Kurabara has an explanation. Then they talk about how this mission opens up several new side quests while also pitting Ryder in a race against the Archon to locate Meridian. Thank you for listening to Squad Goals – A Mass Effect Andromeda Podcast! Please send any comments or questions to [email protected] or @squadgoalsN7.mash.gg on Bluesky.

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Nick, Chip, and Kurabara are back this week to continue talking about Mass Effect Andromeda. This week, they dive into the Peebee loyalty quest that has her follow a remnant signal into a volcano, where her former girlfriend and current nemesis Kalinda is waiting for her. The guys discuss how Ryder resolves this love-hate relationship and then considers how employment works on the Tempest. Next, they recap the story of Zoey Jean Kennedy and her pregnancy which has Ryder tracking satellites to locate the expectant mother. Then they talk about the Heskarl quests on Voeld and fighting more Eiroch and Remnant. They also discuss finding the Turian ark and Liam and his desire to play soccer/football. Thank you for listening to Squad Goals – A Mass Effect Andromeda Podcast! Please send any comments or questions to [email protected] or @squadgoalsN7.mash.gg on Bluesky.

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