How did EDI get a body?
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EDI obtained her body while on a mission to Mars, where Shepard’s team recovered a Cerberus synthetic, a gynoid masquerading as “Dr. Eva Coré“. EDI assisted in extracting vital data from the unit and, in the process, seized control of the body, which became her new physical form.
Understanding EDI’s Body
Background and Design
EDI’s body was intended to be the Mass Effect version of Maria from the 1927 science-fiction film Metropolis, with some early drafts featuring a model without eyes, showcasing the evolution of her design.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is EDI’s body in Mass Effect? EDI’s body is a Cerberus synthetic, a gynoid she seized control of during a mission on Mars.
- Does EDI survive the destroy ending? EDI survives in two of the three endings of Mass Effect 3, but the Destroy ending, where she supposedly dies, may be the canon conclusion for the next game.
- Are Joker and EDI a couple? EDI can pursue a relationship with Joker depending on Shepard’s conversation choices, making them a potential couple.
- Is EDI the rogue VI? EDI was created from a VI modified with tech salvaged from Sovereign, as revealed in a Cerberus report.
- What does 01001000 01000101 01001100 01010000 mean in binary? The binary translates to “help” in ASCII, a significant message in the context of EDI’s story.
- Is EDI in Mass Effect 1? EDI is introduced in Mass Effect 2 as an assumed female voice manifesting in a non-human, amorphous blue hologram confined to the ship.
- Who is Joker’s girlfriend? In different contexts, Joker’s girlfriend could refer to Harley Quinn from the Batman series or potentially EDI in the Mass Effect series, depending on player choices.
- Which Mass Effect 3 ending is canon? There isn’t a confirmed canon ending for ME3, but teasers suggest the Destroy ending might be the true conclusion.
- What happens if you choose to control the Reapers? Choosing to control the Reapers turns Shepard into the new, non-organic Reaper overmind to direct the Reapers to repair and defend the galaxy.
- What is the best ME3 ending? The best ending is subjective but requires achieving a Total Military Strength of 7800 or above and making specific choices to maximize the galaxy’s salvation.
- Why did the collectors want Shepard’s body? The Collectors wanted Shepard’s body to study their greatest enemy, while Liara’s Shadow Broker ally sought to sell it for profit.
- What is the Revan in Mass Effect? Revan is a toxic world with a heavy atmosphere, caustic and lethal to those without sealed suits, not directly related to EDI’s body.
- What is a turian body type? Turians are characterized by their height, long fingers, opposable thumbs, talons, mandibles, and a distinctive metallic carapace containing thulium.
- Is Joker LGBT? The Joker has been portrayed with homosexual implications in some comic book interpretations, adding depth to his character.
- How many endings does Mass Effect 1 have? Mass Effect 1 has two endings that set the stage for the trilogy but don’t significantly influence the sequels in terms of EDI’s storyline.