- Noah Kekai is Faith Connors' mentor and the veteran leader of the Runner cabal in Mirror's Edge Catalyst
- He rescues Faith after her escape from the Kruger Holding Facility and reintegrates her into the crew
- Noah keeps the cabal independent from Black November, refusing open war with the Conglomerate
- His capture drives the mid-game Kruger tower infiltration missions
- Understanding Noah is key to following the main story beats of Chapters 5 and 6
Who Is Noah in Mirror's Edge Catalyst?
Noah Kekai is one of the central supporting characters in Mirror's Edge Catalyst, serving as Faith Connors' mentor and the experienced leader of the Runner cabal operating in the city of Glass. When Faith walks out of the Kruger Holding Facility at the start of the story, it is Noah's crew — including Icarus, Nomad, and Plastridge — that takes her back in and puts her to work as a courier.
Unlike the militant Black November faction led by Rebecca Thane, Noah believes the Runners should stay independent and avoid direct confrontation with Kruger Security (K-Sec) and the Conglomerate. His philosophy is preservation: keep the rooftop network alive, keep the couriers uncensored, and don't pick fights the Runners cannot win.
Video Highlights:
- Official E3 2015 trailer introducing the world of Glass and the Runner conflict
- Early look at Faith's escape and the cabal's role in the story
- Showcases the parkour-driven narrative where Noah's crew operates
Mirror's Edge Catalyst is a rebooted origin story for Faith, not a direct sequel to the 2008 original. Noah's role is written fresh for this timeline, so no knowledge of the first game is required to follow his arc.
Noah's Role in the Story
Noah's presence shapes the campaign from the opening chapter to the late-game infiltration arcs. His relationship with Faith, his cautious leadership style, and his eventual fate all serve as emotional anchors for the story.
| Story Stage | Noah's Involvement | Impact on Faith |
|---|---|---|
| Chapter 1: Prison Break | Crew receives Faith after her escape | Reintegrates her into the Runners |
| Early Anchor missions | Assigns training and delivery work | Rebuilds trust and skills |
| Beatrice case arc | Cautions against entanglement with Black November | Creates tension over strategy |
| Kruger tower missions | His protection of Faith draws K-Sec attention | Drives the infiltration objectives |
| Reflection arc | Ties to Faith's family past and the November Riots | Deepens the personal stakes |
The mid-game chapters reveal major plot developments involving Noah's fate, including his capture and the rescue missions inside the Kruger tower complex. Play through Chapters 5 and 6 before reading detailed mission breakdowns if you want the story unspoiled.
Noah and the Runner Cabal
The cabal under Noah operates out of the Runner's Hideout and functions as the player's home base throughout the game. Key members include:
Noah Kekai
- Mentor and leader
- Veteran of the November Riots era
- Advocates independence over open war
Icarus
- Young, headstrong Runner
- Initially clashes with Faith
- Grows into a reliable ally
Faith Connors
- Protagonist and returning courier
- Rebellious where Noah is cautious
- Carries the story's personal stakes
Noah-Related Missions: Step-by-Step
Several main missions revolve directly around Noah and the cabal's safety. Follow this progression to handle them cleanly while preserving Flow and Momentum.
Rejoin the Cabal
After the Prison Break tutorial, follow Runner Vision to the hideout. Meet Noah, Icarus, and the crew, and complete the training runs with Icarus to unlock the core traversal toolkit.
Run Anchor District Deliveries
Early delivery missions build Faith's reputation and unlock the Mag Rope. Noah's assignments are low-risk by design — treat them as practice for maintaining unbroken Flow lines.
Navigate the Black November Tension
During the Beatrice case missions, Faith meets Rebecca Thane in the Undermine. Noah's warnings about aligning with militants shape the cabal's decisions — pay attention to dialogue for later context.
Infiltrate the Kruger Tower Complex
When Noah's protection of Faith puts him in K-Sec's crosshairs, the infiltration missions begin. Use the Mag Rope, stay off street level, and favor high maintenance routes to avoid patrols.
Uncover the Reflection Project
The rescue and investigation arcs tie Noah's fate to the Reflection project and the Kruger family's secrets, setting up the Gabriel Kruger chase and the finale atop the Shard.
The tower infiltration favors stealth and verticality. Climbing high and using maintenance shafts keeps your Flow unbroken and avoids mandatory combat with armored K-Sec guards.
Noah vs. Other Key Figures
Noah's cautious worldview stands in deliberate contrast to the other major players in Glass. This comparison shows where each character sits in the conflict.
| Character | Faction | Philosophy | Relationship to Noah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah Kekai | Runner cabal | Independence, survival, restraint | — |
| Faith Connors | Runner cabal | Defiance, personal justice | Mentee; frequent friction |
| Rebecca Thane | Black November | Open resistance, militancy | Rival strategy for resisting K-Sec |
| Gabriel Kruger | Kruger Security | Total corporate control | Antagonist; targets the cabal |
| Isabel Kruger | Conglomerate | Tied to Reflection project | Connected to Faith's family past |
The November Riots — the event that killed Faith's parents and shaped Noah's generation of Runners — are the historical fault line running beneath every faction in Glass. Documents scattered across the districts expand on this backstory.
Checklist: Getting the Most from Noah's Arc
Story and Lore Milestones:
- Complete the Prison Break and meet the cabal
- Finish all Anchor district training missions
- Meet Rebecca Thane in the Undermine
- Complete the Kruger tower infiltration chapters
- Collect lore documents about the November Riots
Frequently Missed Details
| Detail | Where to Find It | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Cabal hideout dialogue | Between main missions | Foreshadows Noah's fate |
| November Riots documents | Offices and maintenance rooms | Explains Noah's caution |
| Undermine conversations | Black November missions | Contrasts Thane's militancy |
| Reflection project files | Kruger tower interiors | Links Kruger family to Faith |
FAQ
Q: Who is Noah in Mirror's Edge Catalyst?
Noah Kekai is Faith Connors' mentor and the veteran leader of the Runner cabal in the city of Glass. He takes Faith back in after her escape from the Kruger Holding Facility and leads the Runners while keeping them independent from militant factions like Black November.
Q: Does Noah appear in the original Mirror's Edge from 2008?
Mirror's Edge Catalyst is a reboot that retells Faith's origin, so Noah's role is written for the new timeline. You do not need knowledge of the 2008 game to understand his character or story arc.
Q: Which missions focus on Noah?
Noah is central to the opening chapters at the Runner's Hideout, and his safety drives the mid-game Kruger tower infiltration missions in Chapters 5 and 6, where Faith works to save him and uncover the Reflection project.
Q: How does Noah's philosophy differ from Black November?
Noah believes in preserving the Runners' independence through stealth and courier work, avoiding direct confrontation with Kruger Security. Rebecca Thane's Black November favors open resistance, creating strategic tension that Faith navigates during the story.
For the full mission-by-mission campaign route including the Kruger tower infiltrations and the Gabriel Kruger chase, check the official Mirror's Edge Catalyst page on EA's website or join the community at r/mirrorsedge.