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[Merchant2006]

Chewin3 wrote...

Does it sound to cliche if we find a cure for Thane? Of course I want him to survive, but which one's better? That Thane lives or that Thane does something in ME3 that makes you remember him forever?

This. The whole OMIGOD WEHAVEACURE for Mass Effect 3 would just make me burst out in laughter. And then facepalm my forehead with such force my neck would snap. Really now, a sudden cure would be very funny.

No but all seriousness, perhaps Thane could do something in ME3 but his illness is terminal. The point of no return and that he won't have long to live. His condition is quite serious and for BioWare to do a bunny-out-of-the-hat or should I say 'cure' out of the hat... it's not really that... well you see what I mean. It'll just not work well.

[Tinve]

Alistairlover94 wrote...
This. I still have nightmares of "Heavy risk, but the priiiize." *cringes*

Oh yeah! And I want to hit him after each mission to recruit. He is almost always present and commented Shepard's decisions. The soldier had forgotten what a subordination?

[The_Illusive]

^^Agreed on both parts. Rather Thane a memorable character than some guy that got cured, yay.

Modifié par The_Illusive, 19 avril 2011 - 04:10 .

[kaimanaMM]

The_Illusive wrote...

 Rather Thane a memorable character than some guy that got cured, yay.

He can't be both?

[Tinve]

Merchant2006 wrote...

This. The whole OMIGOD WEHAVEACURE for Mass Effect 3 would just make me burst out in laughter. And then facepalm my forehead with such force my neck would snap. Really now, a sudden cure would be very funny.

No but all seriousness, perhaps Thane could do something in ME3 but his illness is terminal. The point of no return and that he won't have long to live. His condition is quite serious and for BioWare to do a bunny-out-of-the-hat or should I say 'cure' out of the hat... it's not really that... well you see what I mean. It'll just not work well.

Another missionary among the savages? I thought the experience of previous generations had something to teach ...
Or troll?

[Tinve]

Alistairlover94 wrote...

Tinve wrote...

Alistairlover94 wrote...
This. I still have nightmares of "Heavy risk, but the priiiize." *cringes*

Oh yeah! And I want to hit him after each mission to recruit. He is almost always present and commented Shepard's decisions. The soldier had forgotten what a subordination?

Yeah, why is that? Shouldn't Miranda be the one present, seeing as how she out-ranks him.

Yes. Her presence is much more logical.

[The_Illusive]

kaimanaMM wrote...

The_Illusive wrote...

 Rather Thane a memorable character than some guy that got cured, yay.

He can't be both?

Nope. Here's why:

[Merchant2006]

^ Yep. And me? A troll? No. Never. Just making a simple point that perhaps he could have a good role in ME3. But not "HEY BROS IM CURED YAYYYYYY" and then snog my femshep and make her hallucinate. That'd be... a bit off.

[Fiery Phoenix]

I have yet to see an actual, logical, and believable reason justifying Thane's death in ME3. I've been looking for one for the past year. No luck -- unsurprisingly.

[The_Illusive]

^As we all can see, here is an excellent species of a drellicker. It disagrees with everyone's reason 'cause they seem "unlogical". It will determine what is the best solution by simply saying "This is how it's supposed to be".

Okay, I'll be serious now. Where do you get the word 'logical reason' in here. As far as I know, no one gave any ideas on how it's gonna happen.

[Fiery Phoenix]

I wasn't specifically referring to you, Illusive. I just keep seeing this all over the forum with people inventing stupid reasons as to why Thane shouldn't survive ME3. It happens all the time and I find it very trollish.

[Tinve]

The_Illusive wrote...

Okay, I'll be serious now. Where do you get the word 'logical reason' in here. As far as I know, no one gave any ideas on how it's gonna happen.

Variations of the story to cure has been repeated so often that lazy to repeat it.

Modifié par Tinve, 19 avril 2011 - 04:59 .

[kaimanaMM]

Your 'ounce of prevention' pic really makes no sense in response to my question.  NM, I think I see what you're angling for.

If, as many many people in this thread have said many many times, we do find / help find a cure / treatment for Thane, would that not add to the emotional struggle that Shep could be going through while the Reapers are reaping?  Does it not help bring into focus what Shep is fighting for?  Life.  Love.  Friendship.  Existance.  And, in the end, should we be able to treat / cure Thane, the struggle / work / sacrifice to do so would hardly be diminished just because Thane is alive.  If anything, it would be a validation, I think.

Modifié par kaimanaMM, 19 avril 2011 - 05:04 .

[The_Illusive]

Fiery Phoenix wrote...

I wasn't specifically referring to you, Illusive. I just keep seeing this all over the forum with people inventing stupid reasons as to why Thane shouldn't survive ME3. It happens all the time and I find it very trollish.

Oh, you we're referring to Merchant2006. Then I apologize for my very stupid 'drellick post'.

kaimanaMM wrote...

If, as many many people in this thread have said many many times, we do
find / help find a cure / treatment for Thane, would that not add to the
emotional struggle that Shep could be going through while the Reapers
are reaping?  Does it not help bring into focus what Shep is fighting
for?  Life.  Love.  Friendship.  Existance.  And, in the end, should we
be able to treat / cure Thane, the struggle / work / sacrifice to do so
would hardly be diminished just because Thane is alive.  If anything, it
would be a validation, I think.

When you put it that way, yes I agree. There should be a choice. Let's just hope that BW finds a good reason, then.

[Lady Luck]

Chewin3 wrote...

Does it sound to cliche if we find a cure for Thane?

No, it doesn't sound cliche.

That Thane lives or that Thane does something in ME3 that makes you remember him?

It all depends on how BW do this. If they do a very logial and reasonable thing to cure him, it'll work.
And by him doing something unforgettable, well, doesn't that sound kinda cliche?


If I were you, I would just wait patiently for ME3, and see for yourself

Modifié par Blue_2, 19 avril 2011 - 05:30 .

[Tasha vas Nar Rayya]

I feel like I have to repeat this argument a lot of times.

A lot of people seem to think that Thane's options in ME3 are as simple as this:
Dies.
Magical Cure.

Things don't have to be that clear cut. I too, think that some glittery cure coming from a unicorns rainbow fart or something would cheapen his character, it is his mortality that defines many of his action in ME2. But my favourite outcome (and one that would appeal to those who want Thane, and those you don't want a 'magical cure') is if his life was somehow prolonged.

There is all this technology in the Mass Effect universe (as I mentioned on here recently) and I am certain that even though he has lung infection, his life will be able to be lengethened somehow, a bit like Miranda's. He could be genetically enhanced somehow, due to a result of Shepard's choice.

There are many other variables that could happen with Thane other than: death and cure.

[TheSweetGirl]

^Agreed

I just really hope that Thane's entrance in ME3 isn't just a short cameo for friend or romanced. There are ways that Bioware could use him if they are creative especially since he knows the Hanar which could be valueable.

I wonder what you guys feel about his role in ME3(and don't anyone go like: Oh he wll be dying so he will be useless, probably confined to a bed on something :/ Ummm you guys check the letter because Thane will not being doing that.)

And what kind of intro of Thane do you want?

Let's have fun with this. =D

[Tasha vas Nar Rayya]

I really like Kainama's previous idea of Thane going through the vents do bail Shepard out of jail if he was romanced.

But unfortunately, I don't think that would happen. But there is fanfiction that can be written...

[Chewin]

Yes there are other variables, and far more better than I can imagine. I'm just worried that it will, as you said yourself, cheapen his character. But I see it this way, there are 3 options for how it can go:

• The idea of Thane getting a miracle cure from planet X will just be stupid and leave a bad taste in your mouth.
• Thane dying, doing something memorable in ME3, and the moment will be very thouching and something you'll really really like and will give you the same feeling everytime you play it over and over again.
• Thane receiving somekind of an operation that will lengethen his life. An ending that will make you say 'Meh'

NOTE: Before anyone starts hate-posting, these were just examples that was meant for you to understand what I was heading at. I do not support this ideas

Modifié par Chewin3, 19 avril 2011 - 06:27 .

[Fiery Phoenix]

It has been speculated that Kai Leng will be the one Cerberus sends to take out Shepard. I'm imagining a scene where Shepard is being overwhelmed in a fist fight against Kai only for Thane to appear out of the blue and take care of him, in one epic Assassin vs. Assassin fight scene.

I know I'm dreaming, in addition to sounding cliche, but well oh well.

[Tasha vas Nar Rayya]

I don't think people hate post on here anyway?

I agree that some random cure will be unrealistic when the hanar have been searching for one for 20 years. But the hanar are dealing with a life form where their viral infection is caused by moisture. Being a water dwelling race, the hanar may find it difficult to find a cure for a species with an adverse reaction to water than then.

But I would be open to a cure being provided by somewhere else, as long as it is perhaps part of a decision. For example (and please just an example, because I usually destroy the Collector base) then use some technology from there to cure Thane?

And if he does die (which I accept, may happen) then it MUST be epic. And it MUST be glorious. But knowing Bioware, I still think Thane living/dying will be based on a choice.

And the operation can be a scene done very well. Just think of the lengths Shepard is willing to go to save Thane, an assassin at that. And the relief at being able to have him by his/her side for longer. It can be more than just 'meh.'

[Chewin]

^Yeah, something like that

[kaimanaMM]

Nah.  No hate.  

1.  Miracle cure.  

- Most everyone is pretty much on the same page.  It's not what we'd want, certainly not what I'd want.  

2.  Thane dying a memorable death.

- I see it as a possibility.  Not one I like or want, but I can see how and why it would be put in the story to add more drama.  (As if there wasn't enough baggage in Thane's romance.)  And no, BW, that does not give you my ok to kill Thane off in a beautiful blaze of glory.  If you do so I will eject my ME3 disk, break it in half, light it on fire, run over it with my car a few times and then have my dog pee on the ashes.

3.  Thane having an operation / treatment to prolong his life.

-  I don't see this as 'meh'.  I see this as the best solution to the entire problem.  As his friend, wouldn't you help him / encourage him to get treatment?  As his lover wouldn't you be dragging him to the med bay and holding him down while Chakwas and Mordin go to work?  And if you hate him, why pay him any attention.  Ignore any quest they have for helping Thane and he could die off camera somewhere - or - you could have not picked him up at all on Illium - or - he could have died on the SM, which negates the situation entirely.  

In my head, I've got the Dantius Towers (Thane's recruitment mission) but sort of reversed.  Kai Leng could be sent after Shep, who is convieniently staying put somewhere on Earth .  The Shepsquad springs into action! Thane goes through the vents working his way to Shepard.  Legion kills the power / security systems.  Grunt / Garrus / Jacob lead the charge, guns blazing as a distraction.  And it all ends with Kai Leng dead, a rare Thane-smile (or a juicy Thane kiss, I'm not  picky), Reapers showing up, Shep ready to kick some butt and me dead from awesome overload.

[TheSweetGirl]

I totally love that idea, KaimanaMM =D

So epic!