To romance Ashley Williams in Mass Effect 1 as a male Commander Shepard, follow these key steps:
- You first meet Ashley during the Eden Prime mission. After that, talk to her frequently on the Normandy, especially after each mission, to build your relationship.
- Avoid telling Ashley "You're out of line!" when she expresses concerns about aliens onboard as this shuts down romance.
- After completing your first main mission world (Therum, Noveria, or Feros), talk to Ashley about her mistrust of aliens and military service. Flirt by choosing dialogue like "What about me?" to start progressing romance.
- Avoid flirting with Liara T'Soni if you want to pursue Ashley exclusively, as both will confront Shepard to choose between them.
- After completing all main mission worlds, when the Normandy is grounded, Ashley will appear to comfort Shepard. This is when the romance is locked in unless Shepard consistently chooses abrasive Renegade options.
- Near the end of the game on Ilos, Ashley will come to Shepard's quarters for the romance scene unless turned away by Renegade choices.
Consistently choosing Paragon dialogue options and showing sincere interest in Ashley through conversations will strengthen the romance. Avoid hostile or dismissive responses to maintain her interest.
