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Archived: Preview: Meet Mass Effect's Ashley Williams

Hi,

We're nearly a month away from the Nov. 20 launch date for "Mass Effect," and we'd like to continue giving you a rundown of the main characters that you'll encounter in the game.

Meet Ashley Madeline Williams, gunnery chief of the 2nd Frontier Division on Eden Prime. During training, she certified proficient with the standard-issue M7 Lancer assault rifle and light and standard weight combat hardsuits. Among her notable characteristics are her steadfast endurance and aggressive instincts, which have made her into a reliable and dedicated non-commissioned officer. Every year since enlistment, she has used her mandatory week of leave to visit her family on Amaterasu. In 2181, she made an exceptional request for a week-long leave of absence from her posting at the Czarnobg Fleet Depot, citing family issues. Additionally, her political opinions have proven problematic, given the focus on improving relations with the Citadel.

For additional information on "Mass Effect," please visit http://masseffect.bioware.com<http://masseffect.bioware.com/>. "Mass Effect" is rated M for Mature.

We'll be sure to keep you posted on the next character profile update in the near future.

Sincerely,
The "Mass Effect" team

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NAME: Ashley Madeline Williams

RANK: Gunnery Chief

MILITARY VOCATIONAL CODE: B4

CURRENT POSTING: 2nd Frontier Division, Eden Prime



DATE OF BIRTH: April 14, 2158

PLACE OF BIRTH: Vercingetorix Outpost, Planet Sirona, 61 Ursae Majoris System

BLOOD TYPE: B-positive

GENETIC ENHANCEMENTS:

In-utero vision correction (maternal predisposition for nearsightedness)
Class-B Alliance Infantry Upgrade Package


DOSSIER:

Following family tradition, Chief Williams enlisted in the Alliance Marines directly out of high school and was assigned to the Recruit Training Depot in Macap, Brazil.

During training, she certified proficient with the standard-issue M7 Lancer assault rifle and light and standard weight combat hardsuits. She completed certification in zero-gee combat aboard the Rakesh Sharma