Night City! Oh, the sheer, unrelenting horror of it all! As V, I've danced on the razor's edge of death more times than I can count—can you even fathom the chaos? Every corner hides a new nightmare, and if I don't step in, lives crumble like cheap chrome. Why save anyone in this dystopian hellscape? Because it's not just about survival; it's about carving out a sliver of humanity in a world gone mad! 💥 And let me tell you, the choices I've made? They've reshaped destinies. saving-souls-in-cyberpunk-2077-a-merc-s-epic-guide-image-0 Now, buckle up, choom, as I spill the deets on who to rescue and how—because in 2025, this knowledge is hotter than a plasma grenade!

Brick: The Maelstrom Savior

Who would've thought that saving a gang leader could be the smartest move in Night City? When Jackie and I waltzed into that All Foods Plant, we found Brick strapped with bombs—Royce had gone full psycho! 💣 Why bother? Because Brick is the only sane option in Maelstrom's madness; Royce is a ticking time bomb, and Dum Dum? Don't get me started! Saving him is a breeze if you play it right:

  • Deactivate those bombs—one wrong move and kaboom!

  • Unlock the door to free him.

  • Reap the rewards: an ally who's got your back when the chips are down. Trust me, in this city of backstabbers, Brick's loyalty is gold. ❤️

Barry Lewis: The Tortoise Tragedy

Imagine this: I'm fresh out of my apartment, reeling from Johnny's tumor in my head, and what do I see? Cops banging on Barry's door! 😢 Turns out, he's drowning in grief over Andrew—but who knew Andrew was a tortoise? A tortoise! Why save Barry? Because in a place as corrupt as NCPD, his pure heart is a rare gem. Here's how I did it:

  1. Talk to Barry—listen to his pain; it's raw and real.

  2. Visit the Columbarium—discover Andrew's true identity.

  3. Tell the cops he needs friends, not colleagues, to stop his suicide. Simple, yet life-changing!

Judy Alvarez: Escaping the Nightmare

Judy's story? It's a tear-jerker that hits close to home. She's lost everything—Evelyn, her dolls, her hope. 😭 Why save her? Because she deserves a shot at happiness, far from this neon prison. As her lover (if you're female V), I saw the light in her eyes dim—until I stepped in. Steps to freedom:

  • Help her liberate the dolls—fight the Tyger Claws!

  • Support her decision to leave—pack that van and hit the road.

  • Watch her drive off to Oregon and Seattle, where she can finally breathe. Isn't that worth every bullet?

River Ward: The Lone Good Cop

River Ward—now there's a rare breed! A cop who doesn't take bribes in 2027? Unheard of! 😲 When his nephew got snatched by that serial killer Anthony Harris, he turned to me. Why save River? Because Night City needs heroes like him, not more corruption. Here's the rescue plan:

  • Join the investigation—don't abandon him!

  • Pick the right location (hint: it's crucial).

  • Stop his revenge rampage to keep him out of prison. Fail, and he's gone forever. But succeed? You've got a true ally.

Takemura: Honor or Death

Takemura accused of killing Saburo Arasaka? The irony! He's loyal to a fault, but when Arasaka turned on him, I was his only hope. Why save him? Because even a lap dog deserves a second chance—and he dug me out of my grave! ⚔️ How to keep him alive:

  • Don't run during 'Search and Destroy'—stand and fight!

  • Help him expose Yorinobu's betrayal.

  • Reap the benefits: a debt repaid. Simple, right?

Song So Mi: The Blackwall Prisoner

Songbird's tale mirrors mine—a soul trapped by the system. 😔 Rogue AIs eating her mind? NUSA puppeteering her? Why save her? She's young and deserves freedom, not a slow death. Even Johnny agrees—it's a big 'F the system' moment! Rescue options:

  • Help her escape for a moral win.

  • Or, if you side with Solomon Reed, mercy kill her to spare the agony. Either way, it's a kindness.

Johnny Silverhand: The Ghost in My Head

Johnny Silverhand—terrorist, rockerboy, pain in my ass! But is he all bad? 🤔 Sharing my brain showed me his hurt; why save him? Because redemption is possible, even for a digital ghost. Steps to bond:

  • Skip the Omega Blockers—let him speak!

  • Talk to him during key moments.

  • Build that connection; he might just make amends. Ignore him, and you lose a chance at growth.

Saving V: The Ultimate Fight

And then there's me—V! Shot by Dex, Johnny in my head, dying fast. Can I survive? 😰 The journey is brutal, but here's the kicker: saving others often saves me. How to ensure V's survival:

  • Play true to your style—be ruthless or kind.

  • Seek a hopeful ending—maybe with a new lease on life, however short.

  • Remember, it's not just about becoming a legend; it's about living. Or, in some paths, letting go with grace. In 2025, this is the only way forward!