The Starfield trailer revealed that players will have the opportunity to recruit companions, a system similar to that of Skyrim. These Starfield companions will assist players in various aspects of their journey. They come with unique traits, skills, and abilities that can greatly enhance the player’s experience.
While there may be additional companions revealed closer to the game’s release, we currently have information on seven companions in Starfield:
- Adoring Fan
- Barret
- Sam Coe
- Sarah Morgan
- Vasco
- Marika Boros
- Heller
Let’s explore each of these companions in detail, including their abilities and how they can contribute to your adventures in the galaxy.
Barret
Barret is one of the initial characters players will encounter in Starfield. He is both an adventurer and scientist, making him a well-rounded companion.
Barret’s skills
- Gastronomy (Rank 1): Barret possesses the ability to craft high-quality meals that provide greater benefits when consumed.
- Robotics (Rank 2): He excels at dealing with robots, boosting damage against them.
- Particle Beam Weapon Systems (Rank 3): Barret’s expertise in this area enhances your ship’s weapon systems.
- Starship Engineering (Rank 4): He can improve your ship’s designs and engineering aspects.
With his versatility and broad range of skills, Barret is an ideal companion for players who enjoy diving headfirst into various situations during exploration.
Sam Coe
Described as an “ex-space cowboy” by Lead Companions Designer Alan Nanes, Sam Coe likely has some history with the Freestar Collective faction and now works with Constellation. Sam Coe offers a measured and stoic personality and can also serve as one of the Starfield romance options.
Sam Coe’s skills
- Geology (Rank 1): This skill enables Sam to have a deeper understanding of the geology of Starfield planets and their structures.
- Payloads (Rank 2): Sam specializes in payloads, which can be useful in various scenarios.
- Rifle Certification (Rank 3): He excels in long-range combat with rifles.
- Piloting (Rank 4): Sam’s exceptional piloting skills make him an invaluable asset for your Starfield crew.
With his expertise in piloting and proficiency in long-range combat, Sam Coe is an excellent choice for players who prefer a measured approach during combat and exploration.
Sarah Morgan
Sarah Morgan holds the position of leader within the Starfield Constellation faction, a group of space explorers vital to the game’s main campaign. She is described as confident and headstrong and is expected to be a recurring presence throughout the main quest of Starfield.
Sarah Morgan’s skills
- Botany (Rank 1): Sarah possesses knowledge and skills related to botany, which can be valuable in studying and understanding alien plant life.
- Leadership (Rank 2): Her leadership abilities are well-developed, providing benefits to the player and the group.
- Lasers (Rank 3): Sarah is adept at using laser weapons, making her a formidable combatant.
- Astrodynamics (Rank 4): This skill allows Sarah to navigate and understand celestial dynamics, aiding in space exploration.
Sarah Morgan’s scientific acumen, combat proficiency with laser weapons, and strong leadership make her an ideal companion for meticulous exploration and scientific pursuits.
Vasco
Vasco is a bipedal robot owned by the Constellation faction, which serves as a versatile companion in Starfield. Acting primarily as a support companion, Vasco demonstrates its utility by efficiently repairing ships and assisting in various space travel tasks. Equipped with in-built weaponry, this heavy-industrial machine is also a formidable ally in combat situations, ensuring the safety and success of explorations across uncharted Starfield planets.
In a recent Reddit AMA (Ask me anything) with Todd Howard, when asked if there would be more robotic companions, the game director stated, “Yes, kind of”, opening the possibilities for more robotic Starfield companions along the road.
Marika Boros and Heller
Little information is currently available about Marika Boros and Heller, two crew members that can be recruited in Starfield. Marika is capable with ballistics, while Heller is skilled in outpost engineering and geology. These crew members can provide valuable support to players’ ships and outposts, though they won’t likely have dedicated storylines or romance options like the main companions.
Adoring Fan
A familiar character for Oblivion players, the Adoring Fan makes a return in Starfield. As part of the “Hero Worshipped” trait, the Adoring Fan will constantly appear near the player, providing praise and occasional gifts. We can safely assume he will not provide the best support in combat. Funnily enough, Bethesda hinted at a method to permanently remove him from your playthrough using a double barrel shotgun.
