Yes, hire Cly. Her offer is legitimate with no hidden catch. She joins Zero Company for free, unlocks two unique personal missions, multiple achievements (including The Mandalorian trophy), and is a powerful mobile operative with the Combat Leap talent. Refusing her permanently locks you out of all this content.
Who Is Cly Kullervo?
Cly Kullervo is a hardened Mandalorian bounty hunter from Clan Verminoth. She carries dual blaster pistols and wears distinctive Mandalorian armor. Unlike most operatives you recruit through the normal hiring system, Cly approaches you directly with a specific proposition.
Her character is defined by a personal vendetta. She is not just another mercenary looking for credits — she has targets she needs Zero Company's resources to reach.
When and Where Does Cly Appear?
Cly arrives at The Den (your base of operations) around Cycle 13-14, during Chapter 8. She walks into Hawks' office unannounced and makes her offer on the spot.
Her appearance is a scripted event — you cannot miss it if you progress through the campaign normally. She will not appear earlier or later; her arrival is tied to story progression.
Cly's Offer Explained
Cly's proposal is straightforward:
- She will join Zero Company for free (no hiring fee, no up-front credits)
- In exchange, you agree to help her track down and eliminate her personal targets
- She stays deliberately vague about the details and wants a commitment immediately
This may sound suspiciously generous, but there is no hidden penalty or betrayal. Cly is exactly what she claims to be — a capable bounty hunter who needs your intelligence network and firepower to settle a personal score.
What You Gain by Hiring Cly
| Reward | Details |
|---|---|
| Free Operator | Cly joins at no cost. Normal operatives require significant credits to recruit, making her a major financial saving. |
| Combat Leap Talent | Her signature ability lets her jump to any target location and set nearby enemies on fire — excellent for repositioning and area denial. |
| Two Unique Missions | Her personal storyline unlocks two exclusive operations you cannot access otherwise. |
| Achievements / Trophies | Completing her storyline unlocks multiple achievements, including The Mandalorian trophy. |
| Story Content | Cly has her own character arc, dialogue, and a dramatic confrontation with her husband Kervus. |
| Permanent Squad Member | She stays with Zero Company through the entire campaign after her personal mission concludes. |
What You Lose If You Refuse
Permanently rejecting Cly has significant consequences:
- You lose a powerful, free operator who would otherwise strengthen your roster
- Two unique personal missions become permanently unavailable
- Multiple achievements and trophies (including The Mandalorian) become unobtainable in that playthrough
- Cly will not return later — the decision is final
- You miss her entire character storyline and the dramatic Kervus confrontation
There is no benefit to refusing Cly. She costs nothing, brings unique content, and is a strong combat unit. The only reason to refuse would be for a roleplay challenge run, but even then you are locking yourself out of content with no upside.
Cly's Personal Mission: The Kervus Confrontation
Cly's vendetta centers on Kervus, who is revealed during her storyline to be her husband. The relationship is deeply fractured, and Cly has been hunting him for crimes against her own family.
During the final mission of her arc, Cly confronts Kervus in combat. After the battle, she speaks with him one last time and then kills him, completing her revenge. Despite the emotional weight of this moment, Cly remains professional and continues serving Zero Company through the end of the campaign.
Recommended Build for Cly
Cly excels as a mobile frontline skirmisher. Her Combat Leap lets her jump into enemy formations, apply fire damage, and then reposition. Here is a recommended build path:
- Primary Class: Scoundrel or Gunslinger — both complement her aggressive, mobile playstyle
- Focus Tree Priorities: Movement range, area damage, and critical hit chance
- Equipment: Dual blaster pistols for maximum action point efficiency, armor with movement bonuses
- Best Synergy: Pair with a Medic for sustain, or a Heavy for crowd control after she leaps in
- Cross Training: Bond with Hawks or Trick to unlock passive bonuses that enhance her leap and fire damage
Related Guides
- Romance & Bond System Explained — Learn how to build Cly's bond and unlock Cross Training
- Does Aurelio Always Die? — The prologue's scripted death
- Gorga's Revenge Choice Guide
- All Classes & Playable Races
- Full Gameplay Mechanics Guide