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81. Conversation with Sovereign
Origin: Mass Effect (2007)
Nominated by: Anagram (3/4 remaining)

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So, here's a scene I was super conflicted with. In the full context of the game, this scene is a huge plot twist that changes everything you know about Saren, his ship, and the Reapers' role in everything. It's a scary revelation to be sure, and Sovereign's intimidating voice and stature makes sure the player is aware of the gravity of the situation. Yet, the direction of this scene is so goddamn boring. The character expressions are about as lively as a department store mannequin, and though the player may buy Sovereign's threat, Shepard and crew look like they'd rather be anywhere else. Everyone stands around stiff as a board while the most intense dialogue ever is rattled off, and it's a tone ruiner. In the moment, as a player, it's something you don't really notice as you focus on making your dialogue choices, but as an outside viewer, the weaknesses unfortunately start to shine through, and makes the scene lose a little of its bite.
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