Mass Effect 2's Cut 'TechnoHippie' Is Basically Begging To Return In ME4
One of the most appreciated aspects of Mass Effect is the well-implemented universe, as every question in the game's code has a good chance of hiding a plausible answer. From questions like why weapons from the first game technically had unlimited in-game ammo to interesting characters with complex backstories and personalities, BioWare deserves a lot of credit for helping bring Mass Effect to life.
In a vivid galactic setting like Mass Effect, it's no surprise that many concepts and characters go into the development of each game. Mass Effect 2 in particular has many character cuts, and while some concepts carried over to the game's characters, many were cut altogether. While some characters have been removed for obvious reasons, the concept needs to be carried over to Mass Effect 4 as it's too good to waste.
Perhaps the biggest loss for the Mass Effect 2 team was the techno-hippy, who not only gave the crew plenty of technical prowess, but would be the stereotypical 45-year-old pothead. His carefree, distraught demeanor would be a noticeable departure from anyone uptight, given the severity of his suicidal shots. Unfortunately, players will never see the scene where the Normandy's crew discuss a mission that will result in everyone's death, and this man will be one of the participants, even though he probably knows half of what's being said next. .
Perhaps the most striking thing about him is that he is 45 years old. This is almost uncommon in Mass Effect Solarians, as they usually live under 40 due to their fast metabolisms. His longevity may be due to a slower metabolism, but his age will still affect how weird it is, as while some of the crew may pass for middle age, for others the techno-hip will just be old fashioned. .
With the development of Mass Effect 4, BioWare has the opportunity to right the wrong that left the techno-hippy out of the series. While his exclusion from Mass Effect 2 was likely due to him feeling out of place in the rest of the game, it's entirely possible that he fits into a future game. What is known about the game is that it will take place after the end of Mass Effect 3 's Annihilation and that Liara will play a role in it, meaning her solitary habits are more likely as the journey is slowed down considerably.
This will depend on the state of the galaxy at the time of Mass Effect 4, as it may be several hundred years into the future before new methods of travel are discovered. Had it been similarly paced to the first game, set in a time of relative peace in the galaxy, its inclusion wouldn't have been as sonically out of place as the rest of the trilogy.
With BioWare focused on developing Dragon Age: Dreadwolf, it could be a long time before anything is known about Mass Effect 4 . While this may impress longtime fans of the series, it also indicates that development is still quite early on and that much of the game is still in development. Big things are planned for Mass Effect 4 , and when techno-hippie debuts, it will be incorporated in a big way.
Mass Effect 4 is currently in development.
