Omega

Omega is home to two of the recruits: the professor and the Archangel. As well, you can find many more side quests in these criminal-infested slums. Warp speed to Omega in the Omega Nebula on the Galaxy Map to be on our way!

Even as a well-known galactic hero, Shepard will get his fair share of animosity, and some of the first encounters occur here on Omega. A batarian named Moklan recognizes Shepard and sends him to see Aria in the nearby Afterlife nightclub, giving off a nasty attitude in doing so. Nothing you say will make this ill-mannered brute back down, much to Shepard's chagrin. Guess that leaves you no choice but to do as he says and go see this Aria.

A line to get in the esteemed nightclub extends out the front entrance, but approach the bouncer and he ushers Shepard and crew inside. Kylan, yet another batarian with an unpleasant disposition, immediately tries to instigate things with the Commander upon approaching him in the vestibule, but put on a fierce front to shred this batarian's bravado to pieces. Inside the bustling two-story nightclub, you might be overwhelmed by the flashing lights and sordid sights, but your real purpose here is to seek out Aria in the back of the club. Why hurry, though? There are a few things of interest here at the booming Afterlife club.

First off, a krogan who goes by the title of "Patriarch" occupies a room somewhere in the lower levels below. You can learn a great deal about Omega, its history and Aria from him. He becomes an important figure in a side quest that can be obtained later. Next, ordering a drink from the lower bar's bartender sends Shepard into a dizzying collapse. He later awakens somewhere outside the club to discover that he's been poisoned and receives the "Batarian Bartender" side quest. From here, you can get your first encounter with vorcha and learn about the plight of a young, stranded quarian at Kenn's Salvage. This is where you can also purchase the FBA Couplings that are much needed by the Normandy's engineers. Further details on these side quests can be found in the appropriate section under "Omega." Some more exploration of the market area will expand Shepard's growing number of store discounts. When ready, return to the Afterlife for the audience with Aria. Locate her behind the bar on the level above.

Speaking with Aria has proven to be a useful--albeit unplanned--move. Being the current overlord of Omega has its perks, especially access to extensive information pertaining to the whereabouts of the two potential candidates on the dossier: the professor and Archangel. Extract as much information as you can from the cocky Aria before you take your leave.

Now armed with Aria's reliable information, you have two choices: join the mercs or head to the quarantine zone. You have to tackle both eventually if you are to ever complete your Normandy crew, but it's up to you to decide whose help you want to enlist first.