The primary antagonist, , views the Remnant technology as his birthright. His species, the Kett, don't reproduce naturally; they "Exalt" other species, a process of forced genetic mutation that turns their enemies into loyal Kett soldiers. The story at this stage delves into the horror of finding out that the monsters you are fighting were once the very allies you are trying to save. 4. Building Alliances

In the context of the game’s narrative, this "part" of the journey usually aligns with the escalating stakes of the Heleus Cluster: 1. The Burden of the Pathfinder

You play as Scott or Sara Ryder, thrust into a leadership role after the death of your father, Alec Ryder. Unlike the legendary Commander Shepard, you aren't a seasoned war hero; you are an explorer trying to find a home for 100,000 souls sleeping in stasis. This specific part of the story often covers the realization that the "Golden Worlds" promised to the colonists are actually decaying deathtraps. 2. The Remnant Mystery