Doctor Dialog

← All dialogue

Conversation key
nor10_doctor_dlg
Packages
  • Normandy Interior — Streamed subarea — Unclassified content BIOA_NOR10_03_DS1
    BIOA_NOR10_03_DS1_LOC_INT.pcc
  • Normandy — Post-Eden Prime Wake-Up BIOA_NOR10_06WAKE_DSG
    BIOA_NOR10_06wake_DSG_LOC_INT.pcc
  • Normandy Interior — Streamed subarea — Design, gameplay, and Kismet logic BIOA_NOR10_07_DSG
    BIOA_NOR10_07_DSG_LOC_INT.pcc
Organization
Conversation graph; additional records grouped by package, then speaker

Duplicate source rows with identical technical context are collapsed for presentation.

BIOA_NOR10_03_DS1Conversation export #56
Richard L. JenkinsWhat do you think, Commander? We won't be staying on Eden Prime too long, will we? I'm itching for some real action!
Dr. Karin ChakwasI sincerely hope you're kidding, Corporal. Your 'real action' usually ends with me patching up crew members in the infirmary.3 choices
AgreeChoice 1

Wheel

Relax, Jenkins.

Shepard says

You need to calm down, Corporal. A good soldier stays cool, even under fire.

File location
Response
Reply R18, from link 1
Wheel string
145262
Spoken string
145242
Transition
State 4029, parameter -1
Richard L. JenkinsSorry, Commander. But this waiting's killing me. I've never been on a mission like this before. Not one with a Spectre on board!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself on Akuze. Everybody knows what you can do.
Richard L. JenkinsThis is my big chance. I need to show the brass what I can do!3 choices
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself in the Blitz. Everybody knows what you can do.
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself on Torfan. Everybody knows what you can do.
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
InvestigateChoice 3

Wheel

Eden Prime

Shepard says

You're from Eden Prime, aren't you Jenkins? What's it like?

File location
Response
Reply R30, from link 3
Wheel string
145272
Spoken string
145251
Richard L. JenkinsIt's very peaceful, Commander. They've been real careful with development, so you don't have any city noise or pollution.
Richard L. JenkinsMy parents lived on the outskirts of the colony. At night, I used to climb this big hill and stare across the fields back at the lights from the main settlement.
InvestigateChoice 4

Wheel

Nihlus

Shepard says

What can you tell me about Nihlus?

File location
Response
Reply R35, from link 4
Wheel string
57146
Spoken string
57121
Conditional
Function 2029, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasTurians are generally well-respected by the other species. Their fleet has more patrols protecting Citadel space than any other.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThey don't always get on well with us, though. Some people find them too rigid. Others still blame them for the First Contact War.
InvestigateChoice 5

Wheel

The Spectres

Shepard says

What do you know about the Spectres?

File location
Response
Reply R39, from link 5
Wheel string
57147
Spoken string
57128
Conditional
Function 2029, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasOnly what I've heard. Spectre agents work directly for the Citadel Council. They usually work alone or in small groups.
Dr. Karin ChakwasSpectres don't have any official power, though. Basically, they're a shadow organization with a mandate to preserve and protect galactic stability.
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DisagreeChoice 2

Wheel

Part of the job, Doc.

Shepard says

Marines are meant to fight. You just fix us up when we're done.

File location
Response
Reply R19, from link 2
Wheel string
57139
Spoken string
57114
Transition
State 4032, parameter -1
Dr. Karin ChakwasI know how things work, Commander. I've seen my share of combat, but it's foolish to go looking for trouble.
Dr. Karin ChakwasYou could both take a lesson from the captain. He's not afraid of combat, but he knows the value of restraint, too.
Richard L. JenkinsSorry, Doc. But this waiting's killing me. I've never been on a mission like this before. Not one with a Spectre on board!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasYes, Commander? Is there something you need?4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasIt's strange, being a fugitive from the Alliance.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe asari are remarkable, aren't they? Can you believe Liara is twice my age?3 choices
InvestigateChoice 1

Wheel

Kaidan Alenko

Shepard says

How well do you know the lieutenant?

File location
Response
Reply R5, from link 1
Wheel string
57795
Spoken string
57792
Conditional
Function 3827, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasI'd never worked with him before this mission. But he has an impressive service record. Over a dozen special commendations.
Dr. Karin ChakwasTends to keep to himself, though. Maybe because of the headaches. It's not easy being an L2.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

An L2?

Shepard says

What does that have to do with it?

File location
Response
Reply R7, from link 1
Wheel string
57797
Spoken string
57794
Conditional
Function 4310, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasYou're lucky, Commander. Your implants use the L3 configuration. Lt. Alenko has the older L2. Far more complications.4 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Complications?

Shepard says

What kind of complications?

File location
Response
Reply R8, from link 1
Wheel string
101469
Spoken string
101468
Dr. Karin ChakwasSevere mental disabilities, insanity, crippling physical pain. There's a long list of horrific side effects. Kaidan's lucky. He just gets migraines.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
InvestigateChoice 2

Wheel

Personal questions

Shepard says

How did you end up serving on an Alliance ship?

File location
Response
Reply R9, from link 2
Wheel string
57391
Spoken string
57381
Dr. Karin ChakwasI enlisted right out of med school. Earth always seemed boring to me... too safe, too secure. I figured the colonies were teeming with exotic adventure.
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasWell, most biotics now use the L3 implants. Lt. Alenko was wired with the old L2 configuration. Sometimes there are complications.5 choices
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 3

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 3
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe crew's lives are in your hands, Shepard. Try to take good care of them.3 choices
DefaultChoice 3

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 3
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasI'm glad to see you're feeling better, Commander.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasYes, Commander? Is there something you need?4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
145261
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasI wanted to travel the stars, tending the wounds of tough soldiers with piercing eyes and sensitive souls. Turns out military life isn't quite as romantic as I'd imagined.
Dr. Karin ChakwasBut humanity needs the Alliance if we want to keep expanding through the Traverse, and the Alliance always needs good doctors. So I stayed on to do my part.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Any regrets?

Shepard says

Ever think you made the wrong choice?

File location
Response
Reply R12, from link 1
Wheel string
57394
Spoken string
57384
Dr. Karin ChakwasSometimes I think about opening a private practice back on Earth, or maybe taking a position at one of the new med centers out in the colonies.
Dr. Karin ChakwasBut there's something special about working on soldiers. If I left the Alliance now, I'd feel like I was abandoning them.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe crew knows he's seen pretty much anything they'll ever run into. And he cares about the people under his command.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Richard L. JenkinsDon't worry, ma'am. I'm not going to screw this up.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsDon't worry, sir. I'm not going to screw this up.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsIt was gorgeous. But when I got older, I realized it was a little too calm and quiet for me. That's why I joined the Alliance. Even paradise gets boring after a while.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Why are we going there?

Shepard says

Any idea why Eden Prime was chosen as our destination?

File location
Response
Reply R33, from link 1
Wheel string
145275
Spoken string
145254
Richard L. JenkinsNot really sure, Commander. Eden Prime's one of our most stable colonies. Good place to take the Normandy for her shakedown run, I guess. No real danger there.
Richard L. JenkinsBut there's got to be something else going on. We've got a Spectre on board! That's why I'm so wound up. I can't wait for the real mission to start!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasAs for Nihlus, I haven't said more than two words to him. He usually only speaks to the captain.
Richard L. JenkinsI heard Nihlus once took down an entire enemy platoon all by himself. Man, I can't believe I'm on a mission with an actual Spectre!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsI hope we get a chance to see him in action. I heard Nihlus took down an entire enemy platoon all by himself!4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsProtect it at any cost. Don't forget that part. Spectres operate above the law!6 choices
HostileChoice 1

Wheel

That's dangerous.

Shepard says

How do you control agents with unlimited power?

File location
Response
Reply R42, from link 1
Wheel string
57163
Spoken string
57132
Dr. Karin ChakwasI suppose the Council could revoke the Spectre status of an agent who got out of hand. At that point, Citadel Security Services would take over.
Richard L. JenkinsThose C-Sec grunts wouldn't stand a chance. A Spectre's worth twenty ordinary soldiers.
Richard L. JenkinsThe Spectres police themselves. An agent goes rogue, they send another agent to take 'em down. That's Spectre justice!
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe corporal's confusing romantic legends with reality, Commander.6 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
FriendlyChoice 2

Wheel

There are no human Spectres?

Shepard says

Why don't we have any of our own people in there?

File location
Response
Reply R46, from link 2
Wheel string
57402
Spoken string
57389
Dr. Karin ChakwasSpectres usually come from the Council races. Like the turians. We've been trying to get a human accepted into their ranks for years now. So far, it hasn't happened.
Richard L. JenkinsHey, Commander! You'd make a good Spectre!
Richard L. JenkinsThey're always getting dropped into impossible situations. Forced to survive unbeatable odds. Just like you on Akuze!8 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsYou're a war hero, right? Held off an entire enemy fleet during the Blitz single-handed. That's the kind of talent the Spectres are looking for.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThis is all just wild speculation. The Spectres aren't interested in recruiting humans. No matter how capable.6 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsWhat you did on Torfan. That's what they're looking for. Success at any cost. Ruthless efficiency. Show no mercy.8 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasLet's not dwell on the past, Commander. Was there something else you needed?6 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
BIOA_NOR10_06WAKE_DSGConversation export #69
Richard L. JenkinsWhat do you think, Commander? We won't be staying on Eden Prime too long, will we? I'm itching for some real action!
Dr. Karin ChakwasI sincerely hope you're kidding, Corporal. Your 'real action' usually ends with me patching up crew members in the infirmary.3 choices
AgreeChoice 1

Wheel

Relax, Jenkins.

Shepard says

You need to calm down, Corporal. A good soldier stays cool, even under fire.

File location
Response
Reply R18, from link 1
Wheel string
145262
Spoken string
145242
Transition
State 4029, parameter -1
Richard L. JenkinsSorry, Commander. But this waiting's killing me. I've never been on a mission like this before. Not one with a Spectre on board!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself on Akuze. Everybody knows what you can do.
Richard L. JenkinsThis is my big chance. I need to show the brass what I can do!3 choices
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself in the Blitz. Everybody knows what you can do.
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself on Torfan. Everybody knows what you can do.
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
InvestigateChoice 3

Wheel

Eden Prime

Shepard says

You're from Eden Prime, aren't you Jenkins? What's it like?

File location
Response
Reply R30, from link 3
Wheel string
145272
Spoken string
145251
Richard L. JenkinsIt's very peaceful, Commander. They've been real careful with development, so you don't have any city noise or pollution.
Richard L. JenkinsMy parents lived on the outskirts of the colony. At night, I used to climb this big hill and stare across the fields back at the lights from the main settlement.
InvestigateChoice 4

Wheel

Nihlus

Shepard says

What can you tell me about Nihlus?

File location
Response
Reply R35, from link 4
Wheel string
57146
Spoken string
57121
Conditional
Function 2029, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasTurians are generally well-respected by the other species. Their fleet has more patrols protecting Citadel space than any other.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThey don't always get on well with us, though. Some people find them too rigid. Others still blame them for the First Contact War.
InvestigateChoice 5

Wheel

The Spectres

Shepard says

What do you know about the Spectres?

File location
Response
Reply R39, from link 5
Wheel string
57147
Spoken string
57128
Conditional
Function 2029, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasOnly what I've heard. Spectre agents work directly for the Citadel Council. They usually work alone or in small groups.
Dr. Karin ChakwasSpectres don't have any official power, though. Basically, they're a shadow organization with a mandate to preserve and protect galactic stability.
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DisagreeChoice 2

Wheel

Part of the job, Doc.

Shepard says

Marines are meant to fight. You just fix us up when we're done.

File location
Response
Reply R19, from link 2
Wheel string
57139
Spoken string
57114
Transition
State 4032, parameter -1
Dr. Karin ChakwasI know how things work, Commander. I've seen my share of combat, but it's foolish to go looking for trouble.
Dr. Karin ChakwasYou could both take a lesson from the captain. He's not afraid of combat, but he knows the value of restraint, too.
Richard L. JenkinsSorry, Doc. But this waiting's killing me. I've never been on a mission like this before. Not one with a Spectre on board!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasYes, Commander? Is there something you need?4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasIt's strange, being a fugitive from the Alliance.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe asari are remarkable, aren't they? Can you believe Liara is twice my age?3 choices
InvestigateChoice 1

Wheel

Kaidan Alenko

Shepard says

How well do you know the lieutenant?

File location
Response
Reply R5, from link 1
Wheel string
57795
Spoken string
57792
Conditional
Function 3827, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasI'd never worked with him before this mission. But he has an impressive service record. Over a dozen special commendations.
Dr. Karin ChakwasTends to keep to himself, though. Maybe because of the headaches. It's not easy being an L2.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

An L2?

Shepard says

What does that have to do with it?

File location
Response
Reply R7, from link 1
Wheel string
57797
Spoken string
57794
Conditional
Function 4310, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasYou're lucky, Commander. Your implants use the L3 configuration. Lt. Alenko has the older L2. Far more complications.4 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Complications?

Shepard says

What kind of complications?

File location
Response
Reply R8, from link 1
Wheel string
101469
Spoken string
101468
Dr. Karin ChakwasSevere mental disabilities, insanity, crippling physical pain. There's a long list of horrific side effects. Kaidan's lucky. He just gets migraines.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
InvestigateChoice 2

Wheel

Personal questions

Shepard says

How did you end up serving on an Alliance ship?

File location
Response
Reply R9, from link 2
Wheel string
57391
Spoken string
57381
Dr. Karin ChakwasI enlisted right out of med school. Earth always seemed boring to me... too safe, too secure. I figured the colonies were teeming with exotic adventure.
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasWell, most biotics now use the L3 implants. Lt. Alenko was wired with the old L2 configuration. Sometimes there are complications.5 choices
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 3

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 3
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe crew's lives are in your hands, Shepard. Try to take good care of them.3 choices
DefaultChoice 3

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 3
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasI'm glad to see you're feeling better, Commander.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasYes, Commander? Is there something you need?4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
145261
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasI wanted to travel the stars, tending the wounds of tough soldiers with piercing eyes and sensitive souls. Turns out military life isn't quite as romantic as I'd imagined.
Dr. Karin ChakwasBut humanity needs the Alliance if we want to keep expanding through the Traverse, and the Alliance always needs good doctors. So I stayed on to do my part.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Any regrets?

Shepard says

Ever think you made the wrong choice?

File location
Response
Reply R12, from link 1
Wheel string
57394
Spoken string
57384
Dr. Karin ChakwasSometimes I think about opening a private practice back on Earth, or maybe taking a position at one of the new med centers out in the colonies.
Dr. Karin ChakwasBut there's something special about working on soldiers. If I left the Alliance now, I'd feel like I was abandoning them.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe crew knows he's seen pretty much anything they'll ever run into. And he cares about the people under his command.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Richard L. JenkinsDon't worry, ma'am. I'm not going to screw this up.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsDon't worry, sir. I'm not going to screw this up.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsIt was gorgeous. But when I got older, I realized it was a little too calm and quiet for me. That's why I joined the Alliance. Even paradise gets boring after a while.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Why are we going there?

Shepard says

Any idea why Eden Prime was chosen as our destination?

File location
Response
Reply R33, from link 1
Wheel string
145275
Spoken string
145254
Richard L. JenkinsNot really sure, Commander. Eden Prime's one of our most stable colonies. Good place to take the Normandy for her shakedown run, I guess. No real danger there.
Richard L. JenkinsBut there's got to be something else going on. We've got a Spectre on board! That's why I'm so wound up. I can't wait for the real mission to start!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasAs for Nihlus, I haven't said more than two words to him. He usually only speaks to the captain.
Richard L. JenkinsI heard Nihlus once took down an entire enemy platoon all by himself. Man, I can't believe I'm on a mission with an actual Spectre!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsI hope we get a chance to see him in action. I heard Nihlus took down an entire enemy platoon all by himself!4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsProtect it at any cost. Don't forget that part. Spectres operate above the law!6 choices
HostileChoice 1

Wheel

That's dangerous.

Shepard says

How do you control agents with unlimited power?

File location
Response
Reply R42, from link 1
Wheel string
57163
Spoken string
57132
Dr. Karin ChakwasI suppose the Council could revoke the Spectre status of an agent who got out of hand. At that point, Citadel Security Services would take over.
Richard L. JenkinsThose C-Sec grunts wouldn't stand a chance. A Spectre's worth twenty ordinary soldiers.
Richard L. JenkinsThe Spectres police themselves. An agent goes rogue, they send another agent to take 'em down. That's Spectre justice!
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe corporal's confusing romantic legends with reality, Commander.6 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
FriendlyChoice 2

Wheel

There are no human Spectres?

Shepard says

Why don't we have any of our own people in there?

File location
Response
Reply R46, from link 2
Wheel string
57402
Spoken string
57389
Dr. Karin ChakwasSpectres usually come from the Council races. Like the turians. We've been trying to get a human accepted into their ranks for years now. So far, it hasn't happened.
Richard L. JenkinsHey, Commander! You'd make a good Spectre!
Richard L. JenkinsThey're always getting dropped into impossible situations. Forced to survive unbeatable odds. Just like you on Akuze!8 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsYou're a war hero, right? Held off an entire enemy fleet during the Blitz single-handed. That's the kind of talent the Spectres are looking for.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThis is all just wild speculation. The Spectres aren't interested in recruiting humans. No matter how capable.6 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsWhat you did on Torfan. That's what they're looking for. Success at any cost. Ruthless efficiency. Show no mercy.8 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasLet's not dwell on the past, Commander. Was there something else you needed?6 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
BIOA_NOR10_07_DSGConversation export #44
Richard L. JenkinsWhat do you think, Commander? We won't be staying on Eden Prime too long, will we? I'm itching for some real action!
Dr. Karin ChakwasI sincerely hope you're kidding, Corporal. Your 'real action' usually ends with me patching up crew members in the infirmary.3 choices
AgreeChoice 1

Wheel

Relax, Jenkins.

Shepard says

You need to calm down, Corporal. A good soldier stays cool, even under fire.

File location
Response
Reply R18, from link 1
Wheel string
145262
Spoken string
145242
Transition
State 4029, parameter -1
Richard L. JenkinsSorry, Commander. But this waiting's killing me. I've never been on a mission like this before. Not one with a Spectre on board!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself on Akuze. Everybody knows what you can do.
Richard L. JenkinsThis is my big chance. I need to show the brass what I can do!3 choices
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself in the Blitz. Everybody knows what you can do.
Richard L. JenkinsEasy for you to say. You proved yourself on Torfan. Everybody knows what you can do.
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
InvestigateChoice 3

Wheel

Eden Prime

Shepard says

You're from Eden Prime, aren't you Jenkins? What's it like?

File location
Response
Reply R30, from link 3
Wheel string
145272
Spoken string
145251
Richard L. JenkinsIt's very peaceful, Commander. They've been real careful with development, so you don't have any city noise or pollution.
Richard L. JenkinsMy parents lived on the outskirts of the colony. At night, I used to climb this big hill and stare across the fields back at the lights from the main settlement.
InvestigateChoice 4

Wheel

Nihlus

Shepard says

What can you tell me about Nihlus?

File location
Response
Reply R35, from link 4
Wheel string
57146
Spoken string
57121
Conditional
Function 2029, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasTurians are generally well-respected by the other species. Their fleet has more patrols protecting Citadel space than any other.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThey don't always get on well with us, though. Some people find them too rigid. Others still blame them for the First Contact War.
InvestigateChoice 5

Wheel

The Spectres

Shepard says

What do you know about the Spectres?

File location
Response
Reply R39, from link 5
Wheel string
57147
Spoken string
57128
Conditional
Function 2029, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasOnly what I've heard. Spectre agents work directly for the Citadel Council. They usually work alone or in small groups.
Dr. Karin ChakwasSpectres don't have any official power, though. Basically, they're a shadow organization with a mandate to preserve and protect galactic stability.
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DisagreeChoice 2

Wheel

Part of the job, Doc.

Shepard says

Marines are meant to fight. You just fix us up when we're done.

File location
Response
Reply R19, from link 2
Wheel string
57139
Spoken string
57114
Transition
State 4032, parameter -1
Dr. Karin ChakwasI know how things work, Commander. I've seen my share of combat, but it's foolish to go looking for trouble.
Dr. Karin ChakwasYou could both take a lesson from the captain. He's not afraid of combat, but he knows the value of restraint, too.
Richard L. JenkinsSorry, Doc. But this waiting's killing me. I've never been on a mission like this before. Not one with a Spectre on board!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasYes, Commander? Is there something you need?4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasIt's strange, being a fugitive from the Alliance.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe asari are remarkable, aren't they? Can you believe Liara is twice my age?3 choices
InvestigateChoice 1

Wheel

Kaidan Alenko

Shepard says

How well do you know the lieutenant?

File location
Response
Reply R5, from link 1
Wheel string
57795
Spoken string
57792
Conditional
Function 3827, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasI'd never worked with him before this mission. But he has an impressive service record. Over a dozen special commendations.
Dr. Karin ChakwasTends to keep to himself, though. Maybe because of the headaches. It's not easy being an L2.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

An L2?

Shepard says

What does that have to do with it?

File location
Response
Reply R7, from link 1
Wheel string
57797
Spoken string
57794
Conditional
Function 4310, parameter 0
Dr. Karin ChakwasYou're lucky, Commander. Your implants use the L3 configuration. Lt. Alenko has the older L2. Far more complications.4 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Complications?

Shepard says

What kind of complications?

File location
Response
Reply R8, from link 1
Wheel string
101469
Spoken string
101468
Dr. Karin ChakwasSevere mental disabilities, insanity, crippling physical pain. There's a long list of horrific side effects. Kaidan's lucky. He just gets migraines.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
InvestigateChoice 2

Wheel

Personal questions

Shepard says

How did you end up serving on an Alliance ship?

File location
Response
Reply R9, from link 2
Wheel string
57391
Spoken string
57381
Dr. Karin ChakwasI enlisted right out of med school. Earth always seemed boring to me... too safe, too secure. I figured the colonies were teeming with exotic adventure.
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasWell, most biotics now use the L3 implants. Lt. Alenko was wired with the old L2 configuration. Sometimes there are complications.5 choices
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 3

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 3
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe crew's lives are in your hands, Shepard. Try to take good care of them.3 choices
DefaultChoice 3

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 3
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasI'm glad to see you're feeling better, Commander.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasYes, Commander? Is there something you need?4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
145261
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasI wanted to travel the stars, tending the wounds of tough soldiers with piercing eyes and sensitive souls. Turns out military life isn't quite as romantic as I'd imagined.
Dr. Karin ChakwasBut humanity needs the Alliance if we want to keep expanding through the Traverse, and the Alliance always needs good doctors. So I stayed on to do my part.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Any regrets?

Shepard says

Ever think you made the wrong choice?

File location
Response
Reply R12, from link 1
Wheel string
57394
Spoken string
57384
Dr. Karin ChakwasSometimes I think about opening a private practice back on Earth, or maybe taking a position at one of the new med centers out in the colonies.
Dr. Karin ChakwasBut there's something special about working on soldiers. If I left the Alliance now, I'd feel like I was abandoning them.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe crew knows he's seen pretty much anything they'll ever run into. And he cares about the people under his command.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

I should go.

File location
Response
Reply R16, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
145241
Richard L. JenkinsDon't worry, ma'am. I'm not going to screw this up.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsDon't worry, sir. I'm not going to screw this up.4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsIt was gorgeous. But when I got older, I realized it was a little too calm and quiet for me. That's why I joined the Alliance. Even paradise gets boring after a while.5 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

Why are we going there?

Shepard says

Any idea why Eden Prime was chosen as our destination?

File location
Response
Reply R33, from link 1
Wheel string
145275
Spoken string
145254
Richard L. JenkinsNot really sure, Commander. Eden Prime's one of our most stable colonies. Good place to take the Normandy for her shakedown run, I guess. No real danger there.
Richard L. JenkinsBut there's got to be something else going on. We've got a Spectre on board! That's why I'm so wound up. I can't wait for the real mission to start!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DefaultChoice 5

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 5
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasAs for Nihlus, I haven't said more than two words to him. He usually only speaks to the captain.
Richard L. JenkinsI heard Nihlus once took down an entire enemy platoon all by himself. Man, I can't believe I'm on a mission with an actual Spectre!6 choices
FriendlyChoice 1

Wheel

You'll do fine.

Shepard says

Just treat this like every other assignment you've had and everything will work out.

File location
Response
Reply R23, from link 1
Wheel string
145264
Spoken string
145244
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
HostileChoice 2

Wheel

It's just another mission.

Shepard says

Do your job, follow my orders, and there won't be any problems.

File location
Response
Reply R24, from link 2
Wheel string
145265
Spoken string
145245
Conditional
Function 4428, parameter 0
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsI hope we get a chance to see him in action. I heard Nihlus took down an entire enemy platoon all by himself!4 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsProtect it at any cost. Don't forget that part. Spectres operate above the law!6 choices
HostileChoice 1

Wheel

That's dangerous.

Shepard says

How do you control agents with unlimited power?

File location
Response
Reply R42, from link 1
Wheel string
57163
Spoken string
57132
Dr. Karin ChakwasI suppose the Council could revoke the Spectre status of an agent who got out of hand. At that point, Citadel Security Services would take over.
Richard L. JenkinsThose C-Sec grunts wouldn't stand a chance. A Spectre's worth twenty ordinary soldiers.
Richard L. JenkinsThe Spectres police themselves. An agent goes rogue, they send another agent to take 'em down. That's Spectre justice!
Dr. Karin ChakwasThe corporal's confusing romantic legends with reality, Commander.6 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
FriendlyChoice 2

Wheel

There are no human Spectres?

Shepard says

Why don't we have any of our own people in there?

File location
Response
Reply R46, from link 2
Wheel string
57402
Spoken string
57389
Dr. Karin ChakwasSpectres usually come from the Council races. Like the turians. We've been trying to get a human accepted into their ranks for years now. So far, it hasn't happened.
Richard L. JenkinsHey, Commander! You'd make a good Spectre!
Richard L. JenkinsThey're always getting dropped into impossible situations. Forced to survive unbeatable odds. Just like you on Akuze!8 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsYou're a war hero, right? Held off an entire enemy fleet during the Blitz single-handed. That's the kind of talent the Spectres are looking for.
Dr. Karin ChakwasThis is all just wild speculation. The Spectres aren't interested in recruiting humans. No matter how capable.6 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Richard L. JenkinsWhat you did on Torfan. That's what they're looking for. Success at any cost. Ruthless efficiency. Show no mercy.8 choices
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
DefaultChoice 6

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 6
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133
Dr. Karin ChakwasLet's not dwell on the past, Commander. Was there something else you needed?6 choices
DefaultChoice 4

Wheel

Goodbye.

Shepard says

The captain's waiting for me.

File location
Response
Reply R56, from link 4
Wheel string
57148
Spoken string
57133

Additional dialogue records

Normandy Interior — Streamed subarea — Unclassified contentBIOA_NOR10_03_DS1

Dr. Karin Chakwas2 lines
This crew has sacrificed everything for you, Shepard. Don't let us down.
Goodbye, Commander.

Normandy — Post-Eden Prime Wake-UpBIOA_NOR10_06WAKE_DSG

Dr. Karin Chakwas2 lines
This crew has sacrificed everything for you, Shepard. Don't let us down.
Goodbye, Commander.

Normandy Interior — Streamed subarea — Design, gameplay, and Kismet logicBIOA_NOR10_07_DSG

Dr. Karin Chakwas2 lines
This crew has sacrificed everything for you, Shepard. Don't let us down.
Goodbye, Commander.