Unlocking Hadrian Sanon in Starfield

Major Hadrian Sanon stands out as a valuable companion in Starfield, offering specialized knowledge in xenobiology and combat resilience. To add her to your crew, players must navigate the UC Vanguard faction storyline, culminating in specific interactions on Mars. This guide details every step, her capabilities, and strategic uses.

Prerequisites for Recruitment

Recruiting Hadrian requires commitment to the United Colonies Vanguard faction. Begin by traveling to New Atlantis on Jemison in the Alpha Centauri system. Head to the MAST district and locate Commander Tuala to enlist. This can occur independently or alongside Sarah Morgan during the Constellation mission “The Old Neighborhood.”

• Join UC Vanguard via Commander Tuala at MAST.
• Embark on the initial quest “Supra et Ultra.”
• Progress through all nine Vanguard missions sequentially.

The full questline builds your reputation and introduces Hadrian progressively, setting the stage for her recruitment.

Navigating the UC Vanguard Questline

The Vanguard storyline spans nine missions, each escalating in complexity and introducing key characters like Hadrian. Here’s a breakdown:

Completing these missions rewards gear like the X-989 Microgun and Antixeno Armor, enhancing anti-alien capabilities alongside Hadrian.

Final Steps to Recruit Hadrian

After “A Legacy Forged,” return to Commander Tuala for debrief. He directs you to TMD Headquarters on Mars in the Sol system. Speak to Percival Walker first, who confirms UC approval for Hadrian to join. Then, approach Hadrian Sanon and persuade her—dialogue options emphasize shared goals in xeno research.

1. Finish Vanguard quests.
2. Visit TMD on Mars.
3. Talk to Percival for clearance.
4. Convince Hadrian (no cost involved).

Hadrian switches to a Navigator spacesuit post-recruitment, differing from her mission attire.

Hadrian’s Skills and Combat Role

Hadrian specializes in defensive and xenobiology skills, making her ideal for survival-focused playstyles rather than frontline offense.

• Pain Tolerance (Rank 2): Reduces damage taken and downtime.
• Energy Weapon Dissipation (Rank 1): Mitigates energy-based attacks.
• Xenosociology (Rank 1): Boosts interactions with alien lifeforms.

These traits ensure she remains operational in prolonged fights, particularly against energy-wielding foes or during xeno encounters.

Integrating Hadrian into Your Crew

Once recruited, assign Hadrian to your ship or outpost via crew management. To make her follow on missions, access the companion menu—some players report initial glitches preventing this, resolvable by reloading or reassigning.

She excels in builds emphasizing exploration and diplomacy:

• Xeno-hunter setups with anti-Terrormorph gear.
• Stealth or non-lethal approaches leveraging Xenosociology.
• Ship crews for scanning alien signals.

Hadrian cannot be romanced, focusing purely on professional companionship.

Advanced Tips and Builds

Pair Hadrian with player skills like Xenobiology or Isolation for synergy. Equip her with Antixeno Armor from Vanguard rewards to amplify durability. In group play simulations, she shines in Terrormorph hunts on planets like Tau Ceti II.

Sample Build Table:

Common Issues and Fixes

Players occasionally face recruitment hurdles:

• No Follow Option: Bug after recruitment; trade items or re-recruit.
• Mars Access: Ensure Sol system unlocked via main story.
• Quest Skip: Complete all Vanguard missions linearly.

Why Choose Hadrian?

Beyond skills, Hadrian’s backstory as UC Xenowarfare head enriches role-playing. Her insights during xeno missions add narrative depth, making her more than a combat asset.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)