Shell Filaments is a collectible resource in Mass Effect: Andromeda.

Analysis

A keratin-like structure forms the basis of shell plating on certain creatures. If replicated, this biopolymer could prove useful in kinetic padding.

Acquisition

Kaerkyns, dralls, taurgs, and echidnas can be hunted in the wild for their shell filaments. Additionally, shell plating can be purchased from certain merchants.

Specific Uses

Shell Filaments is used for a small number of items in Mass Effect: Andromeda.

The total amount of Shell Filaments listed is for one crafted copy of each item.

Item	Item Type	Shell Filaments Required	Notes
Angaran Firaan	Melee Weapons	150	Ranks I - X
Angaran Arms	Armor	79	Ranks I - X
Angaran Chest	Armor	234	Ranks I - X
Angaran Helmet	Armor	79	Ranks I - X
Angaran Legs	Armor	79	Ranks I - X
Electric Firaan	Melee Weapons	200	Ranks I - X
Isharay	Sniper Rifles	890	Ranks I - X
Omni-Blade	Melee Weapons	15	Rank V
Ushior	Pistols	462	Ranks I - X
Total	-	2188	-

	Mass Effect: Andromeda Resources
	Bio Materials	Eiroch Fluid Sac • Remnant Core • Renderable Plates • Scale Fibers • Shell Filaments • Soft Chitin
	Minerals	Aluminum • Beryllium • Cadmium • Copper • Element Zero • Fluorite • Graphite • Iridium • Iron • Lithium • Magnesium • Nickel • Platinum • Silicon • Titanium • Uranium • Vanadium
	Tech Materials	Angaran Meditation Crystal • Kett Alloy • Omni-Gel Canister • Remnant Polymer