Why did Takemura save V?

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Why did Takemura save V?

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Takemura saved V because he needed V as a witness to testify against Saburo’s murderer, and he was feigning allegiance to Arasaka to achieve his goals. By saving V, Takemura aimed to use V’s testimony to bring down the real culprit and clear his own name, as he was branded a traitor by Yorinobu Arasaka.

Related FAQs

About Takemura’s Motives

  1. Does Takemura hate V?

    Takemura does not hate V initially, but he later becomes furious with V, feeling betrayed by V’s actions, which he sees as a destruction of everything he cares about.

  2. Is it worth saving Takemura in Cyberpunk 2077?

    Saving Takemura is worth it, as it allows players to unlock all Cyberpunk 2077 endings and earn trophies, including ‘The Devil’ trophy, and Takemura will appear later in the game.

  3. What are the consequences for saving Takemura?

    The consequences of saving Takemura include unlocking specific endings and trophies, and Takemura will show up during the Epilogue, providing a sense of closure for his character arc.

About V’s Story and Relationships

  1. Does V survive the Sun ending?

    V decides to return to Night City in their own body to live out their final days, becoming a legend in the Afterlife, which can be considered a form of survival.

  2. Is Johnny Silverhand good or bad?

    Johnny Silverhand has a complex character, with both good intentions and a history of killing innocent people, making him a morally ambiguous figure.

  3. How do you get Johnny Silverhand’s arm?

    After completing the Chippin’ In quest, players can find Johnny’s silver arm in V’s backpack, listed as a common item.

About Endings and Game Completion

  1. What is the best ending in Cyberpunk 2077?

    The Sun ending is often considered the most fitting, as it allows V to return to Night City and become a legend, offering a sense of closure and fulfillment.

  2. Can V survive in Phantom Liberty?

    V does survive in Phantom Liberty, but as a ghost of their former self, shaved head, without makeup and cyberware, losing their identity and connections.

  3. Why did Dex shoot V?

    Dex shot V because he was furious that V had brought heat on him, and he personally killed V and had their body dumped.

About Characters and Their Backstories

  1. Why doesn’t V get a happy ending?

    V does not get a happy ending because their story is meant to promote selflessness, focusing on the impact V has on others rather than their personal happiness.

  2. Why is Takemura considered a traitor?

    Takemura is branded a traitor by Yorinobu Arasaka because Yorinobu believes Takemura failed to prevent Saburo’s murder and might be hiding an eyewitness.

  3. Why was Takemura fired from Arasaka?

    Takemura’s career tanked when Yorinobu accused him of failing to prevent Saburo’s murder, leading to his exile from Arasaka and the loss of his titles and dignity.

About Game Choices and Consequences

  1. Should I tell Hanako I have Soulkiller?

    The conversation with Hanako about Soulkiller has no effect on the game’s ending, allowing players to choose their responses freely.

  2. Can you destroy Arasaka in Cyberpunk 2077?

    Players can achieve a secret ending where Johnny Silverhand goes on a solo mission to tear Arasaka Tower down, although this requires specific prerequisites.

  3. Can you keep Goro alive?

    Yes, players can save Goro Takemura’s life by taking action during a kidnapping scenario, allowing V to keep in touch with him afterward and providing an alternative to his default fate.

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