Vormaw Huksa

"I don't care how you do it, you will get me those damned results or I will see to it that you are put away for the rest of your miserable life!"

- An angry Vormaw Huska, moments before losing his re-election bid

Vormaw Huska is a salarian scientist, geneticist, academic, senator, and political theorist who served as the second First Minister of the Interstellar Republic.

Biography
An eccentric salarian with Machiavellian ethics, Vormaw Huska was one of Dalatrass Linron's most trusted advisors before representing the Pranaswas system in the Galactic Senate. However, his uncompromising viewpoints and questionable methods in the field of science and medicine earned him more political enemies than allies.

His election as First Minister in 2192 CE to succeed retiring Selius Orodas was seen as a surprise; some suspected that Linron was responsible for his rise to power. In his single term as First Minister, he encountered fierce criticism from the Krogan Clans, as well as individuals such as John Shepard. Although he would have preferred silencing his outspoken critic, Vormaw was aware of Shepard's popularity and reputation as a hero, he ordered his own personal spies to keep an eye on the human. Despite the political backlash and criticism, the major accomplishment of Vormaw's administration was the advancement of scientific research facilities and developing cures for diseases such as Corpalis Syndrome, Kepral's Syndrome, and H7N7 Flu.

With his approval ratings sinking below 36% and opposed by Linariley T'eavius in the 2196 general election, Vormaw, fearing for his political survival, tried desperately to secure enough votes for a second term. However, word was leaked to the media about his role in silencing dissenters, accepting bribes and alleged abuse of power. Vormaw angrily denied the claims as a fabrication and accused Linariley of slander, but with the help of Shepard who presented evidence during one of the debates, Vormaw was unable to deny the accusations anymore. With public opinion swayed by the revelation and Shepard's endorsement of Linariley, Vormaw lost the election in a historic landslide.

Novels

 * Mass Effect: A Hero's Legacy (Mentioned only) (Appears in flashback(s))