Mass Effect 3: Normandy SR-2: Lieutenant Cortez - walkthrough
This page of the Mass Effect 3 game guide contains the walkthrough for the minor side quest Normandy SR-2 - Lieutenant Cortez. This walkthrough explains, among other things, in what circumstances you can meet Lieutenant Cortez and how to obtain the war asset associated with him.
Notice! This mission doesn't appear in Shepard's journal!
Received from: Specialist Traynor [Normandy SR-2: Combat Information Center]
Unlocked by: You will be able to approach this mission after completing Priority: Palaven.
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You should be informed of the possibility to begin this mission by Specialist Traynor after you approach her on board [Normandy SR-2: Combat Information Center]. She will tell you that it would be good to meet with Lieutenant Cortez.
For that, head to [Normandy SR-2: Shuttle Bay] and find the pilot. During the conversation you will learn that has died on Ferris Fields.

It's worth to meet with Cortez again after completing Priority: Sur'Kesh. The conversation will concern convincing the Lieutenant to take some free time. Shepard will suggest that the Lieutenant should take a look around the Citadel. You will be able to use the special paragon option, though it isn't necessary in order to convince Cortez to head to the Citadel.

Use the galaxy map and fly to the Citadel. Cortez should be found in [Citadel: Bay D24], watching the ships flying off. Speak to him and this time convince that he should visit the Memorial Wall. You will also be able to use paragon dialogue option, though it won't be necessary.
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The last place you have to visit is [Citadel: Port - Holding Area]. Find Cortez by the Memorial Wall (if he's not here, return to the Citadel further in the game) and speak to him. You will be able to use the paragon dialogue option this time as well. After returning on board the Normandy, you should receive a message from Cortez.
Prizes for completing the mission:
- [375 EXP]
- War asset [Rogue Fighter Pilots]
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