Reyes Vidal is a central romance option and secondary character in Mass Effect: Andromeda (2017), BioWare’s fourth entry in the Mass Effect franchise, a science-fiction role-playing and third-person shooter series. Charismatic, mysterious, and morally ambiguous, Reyes is a human smuggler and information broker who operates within the chaotic political landscape of the Heleus Cluster. He is romanceable by either Scott or Sara Ryder, establishing him as one of the game’s bisexual characters. His charm, wit, and unpredictability have made him one of the most memorable figures in Andromeda, earning a devoted fan following.
Before the events of Andromeda, Reyes worked for various criminal organizations in the Milky Way. His background is deliberately shadowy, but he is implied to have a history with espionage and smuggling networks that served him well once he joined the Andromeda Initiative under false pretenses. Upon arriving in the new galaxy, he used his cunning and connections to carve out influence on Kadara Port, a lawless outpost where authority is fractured among rival factions. Disguised as an ordinary fixer and information trader, Reyes secretly operates as the “Charlatan,” the enigmatic leader of the Collective, manipulating events from behind the scenes.
Reyes’ relationship with the Pathfinder is built on tension, chemistry, and competing loyalties. Whether the player chooses to romance him or not, his interactions with Ryder are marked by flirtation, mutual respect, and moral grayness. He helps Ryder navigate the power struggles of Kadara while advancing his own agenda, leaving the player to decide how far to trust him. The revelation of his dual identity as the Charlatan serves as one of Andromeda’s defining character moments, blurring the line between ally and antagonist.
Reyes Vidal’s bisexuality is portrayed naturally, consistent with his open and seductive personality. His romance arcs, available to both Ryder twins, are witty, intimate, and emotionally layered, balancing desire with danger. Whether he is viewed as a lover, rival, or both, Reyes stands out as one of the most compelling examples of BioWare’s talent for writing morally complex, irresistibly human characters.