What happens if Tali dies?

If Tali dies, her role in Mass Effect 3 is significantly altered, and in some instances, her responsibilities are taken over by Admiral Daro’Xen vas Moreh or Admiral Shala’Raan vas Tonbay, depending on the circumstances of her death and the choices made by Shepard. The consequences of Tali’s death can lead to a lack of peace between the quarians and the geth, forcing Shepard to make a difficult choice that results in the extinction of one of the races and the acquisition of only one War Asset.

Understanding Tali’s Death and Its Consequences

Tali’s Role and Importance

Tali’s death can occur under different circumstances, including during the Suicide Mission in Mass Effect 2 or as a result of the player’s choices in Mass Effect 3. Her death impacts the story, particularly in relation to the quarian and geth conflict, and affects the potential for brokering peace between these two species.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can Tali be saved from killing herself? If Tali is chosen as a companion during a critical moment, she will remove her mask and attempt to commit suicide by falling off a cliff. However, the player is given a Paragon interrupt to try and save her, which unfortunately will be unsuccessful. If Shala’Raan is the companion instead, she will shoot herself in the head.

2. Does Tali die no matter what? Tali’s survival depends on the player’s choices and actions throughout the game. If she is dying in the vents, it means her loyalty has been lost. The best way to save her is by not using her for certain missions and making strategic decisions about her involvement in key events.

3. Do you ever see Tali’s face? Yes, there is an opportunity to see Tali without her mask. After a specific mission, if you speak to her on the Normandy, she will mention leaving something for you in your cabin. The item is a picture of her without her mask, found next to your bed.

4. How old is Tali in human years? Tali is 22 years old in Mass Effect 1, and given that quarians and humans age at a similar rate, her age in human years is essentially the same as her chronological age.

5. What happens if Tali died in Mass Effect 2? If Tali did not survive the events of Mass Effect 2, her appearance in Mass Effect 3 is replaced by a Geth Prime during a specific mission, provided the geth were spared in a failed peace negotiation attempt.

6. Can Tali and Shepard have a child? Due to biological incompatibility, Tali and Shepard cannot have children together, despite any romantic relationship they may have.

7. Can Tali and Legion both live? While Tali’s survival is possible under certain conditions, Legion will still sacrifice himself to disseminate the Reaper code among the geth, even if efforts to save both the quarians and geth are successful.

8. What does Tali look like under her mask? Tali has a human-like face except for her all-white eyes, which might be less alien than some players expect, given her quarian heritage.

9. Who replaces Garrus if he dies? No character directly replaces Garrus if he dies. However, Liara takes on some of his roles in certain missions, and Admiral Raan or Admiral Xen may replace Tali in specific scenarios.

10. How do you keep Tali and Garrus alive? To ensure Tali and Garrus survive, choose them as your final squad for the Suicide Mission in Mass Effect 2, provided they are both loyal. For other missions, selecting the right squad members, like a loyal Samara, Jack, or Morinth, can prevent their deaths.

11. Can you keep Legion and Tali alive? While it’s possible to save Tali under certain conditions, Legion’s sacrifice is unavoidable as part of the story to save the geth.

12. Can you date Tali in Mass Effect? Yes, Tali is a potential love interest in Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 for male Shepards. The romantic storyline can begin after completing her loyalty mission.

13. How do you get Tali acquitted? Tali can be acquitted by completing her loyalty mission in Mass Effect 2, where Shepard defends her in front of the Admiralty Board, securing her freedom and loyalty.

14. Does Tali die if you romance her? Romancing Tali does not inherently lead to her death, but choosing to save the geth over the quarians in Mass Effect 3 will result in her suicide, regardless of her loyalty or romantic status with Shepard.

15. Why does Tali’s name change? Tali’s name changes reflect her status and affiliations. Initially, she is Tali’Zorah vas Neema, indicating her crew affiliation. After her loyalty mission in Mass Effect 2, her name changes to Tali’Zorah vas Normandy, signifying her official membership in the Normandy’s crew.