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Mass Effect: Testament of the Last American Soldier by Blade8821 reviews
What happens when an American Marine is forced into an experiment that traps him in cryogenic stasis for more than a century? What do you do when everyone you know is dead and gone while you, not even remembering your own name, are forced to fight a war that is not yours to wage? Bear witness to the story of one unfortunate soldier... As he fights to shape his own fate.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Humor - Chapters: 39 - Words: 251,849 - Reviews: 336 - Favs: 710 - Follows: 824 - Updated: 8/19 - Published: 4/24/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V., Joker, OC
Queen's Gambit Accepted by fahRENheit2006 reviews
Specialist Samantha Traynor, one of the Alliance's best and brightest, was relatively content working in Alliance R&D. But then... the Reapers came. Full of action, profanity, sarcasm, friendship, and gripping chess matches that will leave you breathless. Ch 31: Sam suffers through PT but creates a better way to have deeper conversations with Shepard.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Friendship - Chapters: 31 - Words: 216,780 - Reviews: 573 - Favs: 519 - Follows: 704 - Updated: 8/9 - Published: 11/1/2012 - [Shepard (F), Samantha T.] Ashley W., Liara T'Soni
Careful What You Wish For by Jules Hawk reviews
He'd worshiped her from afar, always wanted the chance to say hello, maybe to serve under her. Then his mission had gone horribly wrong and he blamed her, resented her for it. Or did he. James Vega finds himself in a position he never expected and has to come to terms with his own pain and doubt. Bioware owns all thing Mass Effect, I'm just playing in their sandbox.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 96 - Words: 311,101 - Reviews: 792 - Favs: 177 - Follows: 229 - Updated: 7/9 - Published: 4/2/2014 - [James V., Shepard (F)] Joker, Garrus V.
Mass Effect: Inevitable by Lara Jayd reviews
LT Nathan Briggs was on his way to N school before being transferred to Alliance HQ in Vancouver, on guard duty. Commander Shepard was probably one of the last people in the galaxy he wanted to meet. My take on ME3. Rated M for language, violence and suggestive themes. Also will contain some major character death.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 61 - Words: 268,418 - Reviews: 118 - Favs: 275 - Follows: 352 - Updated: 6/21 - Published: 3/17/2015 - [Shepard (F), OC] Garrus V., Miranda L.
Cracks in the Foundation by MistressNoriko reviews
The reapers hit earth and thrust Commander Jane Shepard back into the line of duty. The stress of being the galaxies only hope weighs heavily on her mind, causing her to come close to a mental break down. The ever humorous Comm. Specialist Samantha Traynor walks off the elevator and into Shepard's life, proving to be her saving grace. (more summary in chapter ones author note)
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 14 - Words: 203,697 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 140 - Follows: 231 - Updated: 3/11 - Published: 7/17/2013 - Shepard (F), Samantha T.
New Beginnings by MassEffectFan8 reviews
ACT I: NEW BEGINNINGS - Post Mass Effect 3. Shepard needs to restore the relays while fighting old/new enemies. Shepley's relationship progresses. Could Miranda complicate things. Wedding bells. ACT II: INSURRECTION - Past secrets and grudges could lead to new war, old/new alliances form. Council to decide between pacification or confronting new threat. Shepley/Miranda evolves.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 73 - Words: 340,692 - Reviews: 211 - Favs: 183 - Follows: 180 - Updated: 1/27 - Published: 4/22/2012 - Ashley W., Miranda L., Shepard (M)
Price of victory by Weltenmeer reviews
Johanna Shepard is the one person to pay the price for saving the galaxy. Can Joker find the courage to give his heart to a woman destined to die? Will he be strong enough to pay a price of his own? (Rated M for violence, sex and foul language.)
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 117 - Words: 632,297 - Reviews: 176 - Favs: 149 - Follows: 176 - Updated: 9/24/2018 - Published: 4/1/2013 - Shepard (F), Joker
Shepard's Journey: The Final Act by SAMGTT700 reviews
The Reapers arrive, taking Earth with devastating force and destruction. Reuniting with old friends and lovers, it is up to Commander Shepard to unite all bitter rivals to retake Earth and save the galaxy from total annihilation. How will Shepard's journey end?
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 40 - Words: 211,284 - Reviews: 80 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 99 - Updated: 9/22/2018 - Published: 6/10/2012 - [Shepard (M), Ashley W.] Garrus V., Miranda L.
A tale of Reapers, Guns, Love, Death - and Ivy by GothicReaper reviews
What if you have to be cast into darkness in order to find the light? When the Harbinger of a relentless army looms just beyond the Horizon and the world is on the brink of war, it is up to a broken hero and a fallen Archangel to turn the tides. Except they are not what they used to be.. Driven by action, blood and ungodly sarcasm; M for language & sexy scenes. Uh wait. That's smut
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 29 - Words: 194,382 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 115 - Updated: 9/12/2018 - Published: 8/25/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Familial Ties by Wolfie393 reviews
John Shepard works in C-Sec with Garrus, but he also has a sister, Commander Jane Shepard. Garrus never even knew John had a sister. How will things change when they both join her in her fight against Saren? Starts in ME1 with plans to continue beyond. Strong base around Shepard (F) x Garrus, but will also include Shepard (M) x Tali.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 55 - Words: 350,465 - Reviews: 446 - Favs: 607 - Follows: 827 - Updated: 8/30/2018 - Published: 6/28/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V., Tali'Zorah, Shepard (M)
Biotic Beginnings by 10tonsoffun reviews
Who in their right mind would even consider hiring Jack as a teacher? Right! But somehow, she is the new instructor at Grissom Academy, and she will have to work hard to fit in. Meanwhile, the new kid in class is having some serious issues with his biotics. But Jack finds her own way of helping him. Read 'The Psychotic Biotic' for Jack's backstory.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 51 - Words: 558,116 - Reviews: 254 - Favs: 237 - Follows: 223 - Updated: 6/5/2018 - Published: 11/8/2012 - Liara T'Soni, Miranda L., Jack, Shepard (M) - Complete
Solid Fluidity by barbex reviews
AU. Shepard and Garrus in a relationship from the start with lots of romantic sparkles and sex! Garrus's POV, new conspiracies, new enemies and cameos from our favorite TV shows. Come for the smut and stay for the story. Someone said my summary "hides this incredible, magnificent story within", so see for yourself. Will update soon and will get finished.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 51 - Words: 310,547 - Reviews: 362 - Favs: 411 - Follows: 522 - Updated: 4/2/2018 - Published: 11/7/2012 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.]
The Blood Dimmed Tide by Jeitiiea reviews
The evolution of Shepard and Garrus' relationship through the events of ME2.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 23 - Words: 154,943 - Reviews: 270 - Favs: 422 - Follows: 508 - Updated: 4/2/2018 - Published: 2/19/2011 - Garrus V., Shepard (F)
Our Love Is Problematic by Finn Solomon reviews
Shepard finds himself falling in love with the violent, complex woman known only as Jack. This is the story of their relationship from Mass Effect 2 and beyond. Rated M for language, violence and suggestive themes. Mass Effect 3 arc now in progress!
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 52 - Words: 359,641 - Reviews: 367 - Favs: 465 - Follows: 472 - Updated: 12/22/2017 - Published: 7/17/2010 - Shepard (M), Jack
Who Saves the Hero? (Discontinued Version) by Kudara reviews
Shepard had been brought back from death by Cerberus, but she suspects TIM has manipulated her into working for him and that he has his own hidden agenda. Who can she trust besides Garrus and Tali to help her discern the truth? (Being rewritten)
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 36 - Words: 335,945 - Reviews: 582 - Favs: 663 - Follows: 608 - Updated: 11/21/2017 - Published: 2/22/2010 - Shepard (F), Samara, Aria T'Loak, T. Vasir
Embers by Nastrandir reviews
After she's sent down to Alchera to find the pieces of her ship, Shepard begins to wonder how she might put back together the pieces of herself.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 61 - Words: 288,001 - Reviews: 305 - Favs: 397 - Follows: 466 - Updated: 9/23/2017 - Published: 12/2/2011 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Every One That Asketh by istie reviews
The Reapers are defeated, and the galactic community is barely holding together after the presumed death of Commander Shepard and the disappearance of the Normandy. The return of both, with unexpected complications, prompts a whole lot of questions, and very few answers. WARNING: baby! Post-ME3, canon tweaking. Rated M for mature themes.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 41 - Words: 69,629 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 219 - Follows: 342 - Updated: 9/2/2017 - Published: 8/27/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Tranquility by iceangelmkx reviews
Nearly a year after the Reaper War, Shepard and Garrus find a new home that's located somewhere not-so-warm and tropical. Contains a series of stories of domestic life post-ME3. FINAL TWO CHAPTERS POSTED!
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 38 - Words: 181,519 - Reviews: 194 - Favs: 327 - Follows: 363 - Updated: 6/21/2017 - Published: 2/4/2013 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.] - Complete
Semper Fi by Hittosama reviews
2192 CE. Garrus Vakarian is nominated Spectre by the Council a few months after the Cerberus attack on the Citadel. Due to his worrying behavior during the attack, he's placed under the infamous Commander Shepard's supervision, the first human Spectre. (No-Reaper AU, all genres from the games, plus lots of headcanons.)
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure - Chapters: 53 - Words: 374,846 - Reviews: 197 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 147 - Updated: 6/10/2017 - Published: 3/14/2015 - Garrus V., Shepard (F)
A Very Vakarian Christmas by Lost Triforce reviews
Aluna Shepard and her husband Garrus host their first ever Christmas with their daughter along for the ride . Seems simple enough until the crew of the Normandy finally arrives. Then the real fun begins. Takes place four years after the destruction of the reapers. Rated for language. COMPLETE, will eventually be re-written to match my current writing standards
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Humor/Family - Chapters: 9 - Words: 17,516 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 55 - Updated: 5/31/2017 - Published: 11/18/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete
Love, Blood and Tears by Garrus Lover reviews
A fan fiction romance focusing on the relationship between Garrus Vakarian and Jane Shepard. It will go through all three ME games and beyond... All characters are the sole property of Bioware.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Fantasy - Chapters: 52 - Words: 205,266 - Reviews: 163 - Favs: 240 - Follows: 243 - Updated: 3/20/2017 - Published: 4/19/2012 - Garrus V., Shepard (F)
Field Training by Mordinette reviews
Spectre training was easy. Putting up with her turian teammate during their group lessons was less so. AU story with Shepard, Garrus, Jondum Bau, and as many characters from the Mass Effect universe as I can fit in. Romance/Humor/Adventure. Cameos by Mordin, Wrex, Kirrahe, Lorik Qui'in, Kasumi, Thane, Kenn, Tali, Grunt, Nihlus Kryik, and more.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 33 - Words: 141,726 - Reviews: 344 - Favs: 296 - Follows: 348 - Updated: 3/19/2017 - Published: 3/7/2014 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.] Jondum Bau - Complete
Hope from the Darkness by Amelia-Hawke reviews
Tristan Chase is the crazy childhood friend of Commander Shepard. When she serves as Admiral Anderson's XO in Vancouver, it was only supposed to be until Shepard is reinstated but the the Reapers have a way of messing up people's plans. ME3 fic! T for violence, language and romantic implications. F!ShepxKaidan, JamesxOC
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 27 - Words: 174,383 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 113 - Updated: 1/31/2017 - Published: 3/17/2012 - [Shepard (F), Kaidan A.] [James V., OC]
Mass Effect 3: The Wanderer by Marcopolo135 reviews
Enter the Wanderer: A being who originates from before the Protheans. Journey through three cycles of life and death in the fight against the Reapers.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Adventure - Chapters: 62 - Words: 185,377 - Reviews: 173 - Favs: 390 - Follows: 436 - Updated: 1/13/2017 - Published: 8/25/2010 - Shepard (F), OC
A Handful of Dust by tarysande reviews
Ten billion people over here die, so twenty billion over there can live. After the war, there are pieces to pick up, and lives to rebuild. And even with the Reapers gone, nothing is easy.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 64 - Words: 191,039 - Reviews: 1079 - Favs: 770 - Follows: 978 - Updated: 9/15/2016 - Published: 3/21/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Two to Tango by Hewhoislost reviews
I heard a phrase once: It takes Two To Tango, and I got to thinking, behind every Great Man is a Great Woman, so why not in Mass Effect. Heres their story.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 119,207 - Reviews: 136 - Favs: 303 - Follows: 336 - Updated: 9/4/2016 - Published: 4/13/2011 - Shepard (M), Shepard (F)
The Transmigration Effect by Twisted Platypus reviews
After I died, I was born again. Is this for a purpose, or an accident? I don't know. But in this new galaxy, I need to survive to find out. Self-Insert of Mass Effect 1. Increasingly AU. Part Three: The Resurrection Effect now up!
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 33 - Words: 216,671 - Reviews: 627 - Favs: 741 - Follows: 618 - Updated: 7/22/2016 - Published: 4/6/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V., Liara T'Soni - Complete
Mass Effect: Duty Calls by HyliasHero117 reviews
Against all odds, Commander John Shepard has survived the crucible blast and is now embracing a peaceful galaxy while trying for early retirment. However, Shepard is called to the field once again pushing his retirement plans further and further away. With the support of his friends, former crew and fiancé, he might just make it through. M for Language, Blood/Gore and Mature Themes
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 13 - Words: 100,449 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 70 - Follows: 99 - Updated: 5/20/2016 - Published: 6/18/2013 - Shepard (M), Ashley W.
Mass Effect Reloaded by thebluninja reviews
Is a second chance enough? Instead of the Catalyst's choices, Shepard lucks into a cosmic loophole. Thrown back to the very start of her Spectre career, she has to try and save the galaxy again from the Reapers ... but does she really know what's coming? 2015 NaNoWriMo winner!
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Drama - Chapters: 97 - Words: 335,916 - Reviews: 1844 - Favs: 1,761 - Follows: 2,050 - Updated: 3/29/2016 - Published: 1/19/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V., Admiral Hackett, Shadow Broker
Follow You Down by zsomegaluckee reviews
With the Reaper War ended, and a hero lost, the galaxy faces a possible new threat that could be even more devastating than the last. All the while, Garrus Vakarian hangs on to a slim hope that he has not been robbed of his Commander, mentor, best friend and the love of his life. Set post ME3 Destroy ending. Shakarian. Rated M for language, sexual references and eventual violence.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 46 - Words: 95,884 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 144 - Updated: 3/10/2016 - Published: 4/25/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
The Sins of Man by elrey745 reviews
The Collector's are all dead, and the Normandy's crew lick their wounds on the rogue station of Omega. Little do they know about the true horror of what dark conspiracies and new evils they will encounter. Blood will run, Hierarchies will burn, love shall be tested, and live's will be lost. Truly we all share the guilt for the Sins of Man.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 38 - Words: 225,706 - Reviews: 88 - Favs: 100 - Follows: 111 - Updated: 3/9/2016 - Published: 9/29/2011 - Shepard (M), Tali'Zorah
Perspective by commandocucumber reviews
A retelling of Mass Effect 3. John Shepard was no longer the Paragon Ashley remembered him to be. They had both moved on... until the war forced them back together.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 27 - Words: 105,482 - Reviews: 397 - Favs: 272 - Follows: 341 - Updated: 2/3/2016 - Published: 3/16/2013 - Ashley W., Miranda L., Shepard (M)
This is War by Vicarious Vanity reviews
Six months after the destruction of the Alpha Mass Relay, the galaxy faces death incarnate. A novelization of the events of Mass Effect 3 with certain changes made. Rated for harsh language, violence and sexual content.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 36 - Words: 135,397 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 114 - Updated: 1/27/2016 - Published: 5/5/2015 - [Shepard (F), Liara T'Soni] Ashley W., OC
Shooting Stars by Gairi reviews
Life is too short to take everything seriously. Commander Shepard doesn't seem to be getting this idea, but Jeff Moreau would swear by it. When she ends up assigned to his ship, they don't know how they'll ever get along. Each chapter is 500 words and based off a one-word prompt.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 77 - Words: 51,107 - Reviews: 432 - Favs: 94 - Follows: 139 - Updated: 1/23/2016 - Published: 3/19/2014 - [Shepard (F), Joker]
Mass Effect 3: Into the Unknown by Fainmaca reviews
With the defences around Arcturus breached and the homeworlds of the strongest races under siege, what hope remains? One man faces the oncoming storm. The Reapers will know defeat. They will know fear. They will know Commander Shepard.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 57 - Words: 1,010,268 - Reviews: 329 - Favs: 225 - Follows: 208 - Updated: 1/4/2016 - Published: 12/29/2010 - Shepard (M), Jack
For Tomorrow We Die by ElectricZ reviews
ME2- After surviving the Omega Four Relay mission, the Normandy returns to find the galaxy in political turmoil. Cerberus has been exposed, humanity has lost its council seat, and the geth offer a peace that no one seems to desire. To complicate matters, the Reapers are coming. Most characters present. AU as it invalidates Mass Effect 3. Alternate ending begins chapter 71.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 74 - Words: 340,713 - Reviews: 951 - Favs: 835 - Follows: 672 - Updated: 12/15/2015 - Published: 12/29/2010 - Tali'Zorah, Legion, Shepard (M), Garrus V. - Complete
Till Death by Chibi-Chanx reviews
The First Contact War has raged for six years, and both sides are sick of it. A peace treaty is in the works but Udina wants a stronger connection between the humans and turians. A political marriage is forced upon both sides, taking two of their best soldiers and tying them together. AU.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 45 - Words: 112,470 - Reviews: 506 - Favs: 639 - Follows: 624 - Updated: 12/7/2015 - Published: 10/12/2014 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.] Kaidan A., Tali'Zorah - Complete
Venri by Recidiva reviews
Shakarian fiction, explicit, angst, fluff, smut, snark. Check out dochielle on Tumblr for links to fan art, a song by Chiara Keating and rendered models by DiscoverySystem for Morim and Garrus. Narrated on YouTube under the name Recidiva Quixotic. Morim Shepard art done by KuriaUmmei on Deviantart.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 38 - Words: 289,938 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 86 - Updated: 9/14/2015 - Published: 4/10/2015 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.] - Complete
Warrior Ethos: 2 by 1054SS325MP reviews
The sequel to Warrior Ethos, this is a retelling of ME2. It has ManShep x Tali and FemShep x Garrus, and is designed to be very realistic, etc. A little bit AU. You don't need to read the first story, but it helps. It uses Calinstel's ideas on the quarian culture. Focuses more on the relationships and less on the missions. The information page is a separate story of mine.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 26 - Words: 249,228 - Reviews: 370 - Favs: 221 - Follows: 264 - Updated: 9/13/2015 - Published: 9/7/2012 - [Tali'Zorah, Shepard (M)] [Shepard (F), Garrus V.]
Rules of Engagement by misfit320 reviews
How are two Spectres and their misfit crew supposed to stop the Reapers? And what happens along the way? Rated M for language, violence, and suggestive content, most in later chapters. *Updated: Now with Chapter titles! Neato!*
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 38,559 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 34 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 7/24/2015 - Published: 3/10/2012 - Shepard (M), Ashley W.
Crucible by SirArthurNudge reviews
The war is over but sometimes the end is just the beginning... Sequel has begun! See "Destiny".
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 150 - Words: 550,600 - Reviews: 499 - Favs: 251 - Follows: 282 - Updated: 6/20/2015 - Published: 11/9/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete
The Girl They Called Jane by SuperFreak85 reviews
John Shepard gave his life on the Collector base to destroy it and save his team. Now the team must find John's sister and convince her to take up were John left off. But can they make a hero out of someone who never wanted to be one in the first place?
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Drama - Chapters: 43 - Words: 121,000 - Reviews: 262 - Favs: 241 - Follows: 329 - Updated: 5/30/2015 - Published: 2/22/2010 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Air and Lightning by Ashen Skies reviews
[What would it have been like if Shepard and Garrus had met as equals?] Spectre Vakarian decides to tag along on Shepard's mission to take down Saren. Their partnership develops in ways neither of them expected, with lots of banter and fluff. This story arc follows ME1 canon with some liberties taken. [FemShep/Garrus]
Mass Effect - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 25 - Words: 85,312 - Reviews: 369 - Favs: 317 - Follows: 394 - Updated: 2/11/2015 - Published: 10/28/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Antiquated Love by Detective-Mason reviews
When everything is taken away, how can you have a second chance? This chronicles the story of a SSV Normandy soldier that rejoins after losing everything precious to him . Along the way he earns his keep on the SR2, puts life and limb on the line to stop the Collectors, and finds salvation in the form of a lovely thief. Contains adult and mature themes.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 36 - Words: 132,027 - Reviews: 159 - Favs: 335 - Follows: 253 - Updated: 1/30/2015 - Published: 9/17/2012 - Kasumi G., OC - Complete
After the End by Ghrelt reviews
Shepard may very well be losing her mind. Grounded and barred from combat, will she find a way to deal with the trauma she's been through and make a life for herself after the Reaper War? Admiral Anderson and James Vega have a plan to help, but she probably won't like it. A slow-build FemShep/Vega-centric story that continues on from the original ending.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 21 - Words: 88,600 - Reviews: 56 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 19 - Updated: 1/20/2015 - Published: 9/30/2014 - [Shepard (F), James V.] - Complete
Shadows - Galaxy at War by hpxii reviews
As the Reapers invade, can a young lieutenant on the Normandy keep himself in one piece as the Reapers threaten to end all life in the galaxy? First part of a trilogy covering my slight AU version of Mass Effect 3. Original characters, action and dashes of awkward romance. Rated T for language and violence.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 33 - Words: 176,639 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 67 - Follows: 64 - Updated: 1/14/2015 - Published: 7/1/2013 - [Liara T'Soni, OC] Shepard (F), Councilor Tevos - Complete
To Be Whole by mizutanitony reviews
After the war with the Reapers. Garrus and the others search for Shepard to bring her home. Will contain adult language, a bit of smut, and of course violence and scenes of mental anguish. Prequel to my one shot The Entry. Formerly called "Finding Her"
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 39 - Words: 156,980 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 76 - Updated: 12/2/2014 - Published: 5/1/2012 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.]
When everything is wrong, you are right by InaYasha reviews
The Reapers have arrived, Earth's survival depends on one woman. Zo Shepard battles across the Galaxy, fighting Reapers, Cerberus agents and her emotions. With Garrus watching her six and the rest of the team supporting her, read how she faces the Reapers (and Kaidan) all the while trying to deal with some unexpected changes. Sequel to my 'I just want something to go right'.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 21 - Words: 159,698 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 102 - Follows: 136 - Updated: 11/16/2014 - Published: 4/13/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
The Spirit of Redemption by Myetel reviews
The Spectres fight against threats to both the galaxy and their families on Mindoir. Shepard/Garrus, multiple OCs, largely expanded universe. Includes Redemption, Hunt, Unity, and Victory.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 162 - Words: 3,404,794 - Reviews: 2038 - Favs: 825 - Follows: 466 - Updated: 10/14/2014 - Published: 2/11/2011 - Garrus V., Shepard (F) - Complete
Intercept by Plantress reviews
Post ME3. Hannah Shepard runs into Garrus Vakarian while visiting her daughter in the hospital. Dealing with her daughter's alien boyfriend is the last thing she expected to be doing that day.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 80,677 - Reviews: 61 - Favs: 194 - Follows: 297 - Updated: 10/6/2014 - Published: 5/13/2012 - Garrus V., Shepard (F)
When Jeff Met Jane by venusgirl1708 reviews
Joker/FemShepard story. In my head I think these two would've met before the Normandy so this is my take on their story! Also done as the playlist meme with each chapter title as a randomized song from my playlist.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 30 - Words: 29,971 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 72 - Updated: 9/9/2014 - Published: 8/25/2012 - Shepard (F), Joker
For We Are Many by venomRED reviews
Rebuilt over two years by a terrorist organization he swore to destroy, Commander Shepard struggles to reclaim his past, while recruiting the best the galaxy has to offer in a bitter fight against the greatest threat the galaxy has ever faced. L/V/AC
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 43 - Words: 309,633 - Reviews: 579 - Favs: 600 - Follows: 519 - Updated: 8/27/2014 - Published: 10/23/2011 - Tali'Zorah, Shepard (M) - Complete
Hazel Eyes by SpokeInward reviews
Sercy Daniels ends up in the Mass Effect universe with untold strengths and spends a great deal of time figuring out her purpose in this world...other than helping F!Shepard. Semi-self insert. Starting at ME1 and working my way up. May or may not follow canon in some parts. I welcome your comments and I hope you enjoy this journey! Bioware owns it all...except Sercy. She's mine.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 45 - Words: 119,652 - Reviews: 89 - Favs: 104 - Follows: 132 - Updated: 8/15/2014 - Published: 12/1/2012 - Shepard (F), Ashley W., Councilor Tevos, OC
The Heart Knows by emilywong'seditor reviews
Somewhat altered Mass Effect 1-3 and beyond. FemShep is creeped out by Kaidan, dreams of Garrus. Rating changed to M, because of sexual content. They are married in 2. She can't resist a cat. Reunited again, post Battle for Earth. (yes, I've mucked with the canon ending). Shakarian. And hey, please say something.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 128 - Words: 311,354 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 85 - Updated: 8/8/2014 - Published: 2/13/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Ante Up by GreenMamba5 reviews
With his family aboard the Normandy, Garrus finds it difficult to keep his relationship with Shepard a secret. Currently undergoing for editing. Expect changes in chapters and content!
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 39 - Words: 195,026 - Reviews: 818 - Favs: 1,135 - Follows: 1,313 - Updated: 8/3/2014 - Published: 1/30/2012 - Garrus V., Shepard (F)
Mass Effect: Pieces by Chemiclord reviews
100 years after Shepard destroyed the Mass Relays, one colony world spared the worst of the conflict finally attempts to reach out and reconnect with the galaxy at large. But nothing is ever all that simple...
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 67 - Words: 219,341 - Reviews: 408 - Favs: 261 - Follows: 320 - Updated: 8/3/2014 - Published: 3/13/2012
Patchwork Girl by Mighty Crouton reviews
When Commander Shepard requires a tattoo artist, Jack finds herself stitching together the woman's enigmatic nature and mysterious history. Three Headed Dog (Part 3 of 3) : Atropos, The Illusive Man's story. A Jane 'Foucault' Shepard tale.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Mystery - Chapters: 19 - Words: 90,741 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 133 - Follows: 168 - Updated: 6/8/2014 - Published: 1/26/2012 - Shepard (F), Miranda L., Jack
Pride Goes Before the Fall by writinginthemargins reviews
Marion Shepard avoids using her biotics at all costs, scarred from her encounter on Akuze. Her father, dead in the First Contact War, fuels her desire to be the best...as well as her prejudice against turians. Shepard must battle Reapers and her own demons if she is to find peace for the galaxy and for herself. A rewrite of the ME trilogy, FemShep/Garrus.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 42 - Words: 138,066 - Reviews: 115 - Favs: 122 - Follows: 124 - Updated: 5/22/2014 - Published: 5/6/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete
Special Ops: Susan Rizzi and the N7's by cswang reviews
The Reaper War has caused untold devastation and chaos across the galaxy as well as the largest military mobilization ever seen by the sentient species. Among those on the front lines of the war is Susan Rizzi, N7. Can she survive crazy missions, oddball team members, and an incompetent procurement department? And if she survives the war, will it be with her sanity intact?
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi - Chapters: 53 - Words: 291,683 - Reviews: 164 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 5/11/2014 - Published: 7/21/2013 - Complete
Hanging All Her Hopes On The Stars by TheLadyKellet reviews
Garrus is glad to have his best friend, John Shepard back from the dead. But who exactly is Jane? What does she mean to John? And what will she mean to Garrus? Sibling Shepard story. FemShep/Garrus with side romance as well. Starts during ME2
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 14 - Words: 60,238 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 100 - Follows: 178 - Updated: 4/16/2014 - Published: 8/14/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Know Real Fear by barbex reviews
Jack doesn't need friends. She doesn't need anybody. Especially not some snarky pilot chipping away at her safeguards. Who the fuck needs friends when you can have biotic explosions?
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 35,959 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 60 - Updated: 4/1/2014 - Published: 4/9/2013 - [Joker, Jack] - Complete
Live and Learn by Charis77 reviews
The story of Cadmus Vakarian, father of Garrus Vakarian. Begins with his marriage and will follow him through the Mass Effect series of games and a little beyond. Explores Cadmus' impact on and relationship with his family, focusing on our favorite turian, Garrus Vakarian.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 56 - Words: 374,434 - Reviews: 203 - Favs: 136 - Follows: 116 - Updated: 3/31/2014 - Published: 11/21/2012 - OC, Garrus V., Solana Vakarian - Complete
Mass Effect Pathways by TheWerdna reviews
Twenty-four years have passed since the Reaper War, and now Ria'Shepard, the adopted daughter of Shepard and Tali, sets off for her pilgrimage. Meanwhile a old enemy reemerges, forcing Shepard to take on his first Spectre assignment in five years to stop them. As both become embroiled in a conflict to control an ancient weapon, can either Shepard hope to save the galaxy once more.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 50 - Words: 262,328 - Reviews: 587 - Favs: 209 - Follows: 156 - Updated: 3/29/2014 - Published: 6/17/2012 - Tali'Zorah, Shepard (M) - Complete
Certus by sinvraal reviews
In the end, there's only one thing that really matters. Explorations, variations and off-camera moments from the Mass Effect 3 storyline. Multiple character POVs.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 60 - Words: 273,738 - Reviews: 552 - Favs: 220 - Follows: 199 - Updated: 2/20/2014 - Published: 7/26/2012 - [Shepard (F), Kaidan A.] - Complete
For the Hierarchy by Tuffet37 reviews
AU -First Contact War ended with humans becoming a client race of the turians. Shepard joins the turian military hoping for a better life for herself and her family. Life among the turians is not easy but the unexpected friendship of a fellow recruit, Garrus Vakarian, is more than she could have imagined. M for canon style violence, language and mature situations.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 35 - Words: 83,306 - Reviews: 308 - Favs: 458 - Follows: 386 - Updated: 2/3/2014 - Published: 3/30/2013 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.] - Complete
Memoirs by Sharrukin reviews
Centuries after the end of the Reaper War, a respected asari scientist and political leader tells the story of her youthful adventures with the legendary Shepard. Fighting to save the galaxy is one thing, but figuring out human motivations can be much harder. Science fiction, action-adventure, and a romance on slow burn.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 50 - Words: 165,296 - Reviews: 532 - Favs: 499 - Follows: 267 - Updated: 1/12/2014 - Published: 8/14/2012 - [Liara T'Soni, Shepard (M)] - Complete
Raised Turian by Deadelfsgirl reviews
A/U First Contact story, of Jane and her Turian father Ganis Vandrel. No reapers, just Jane trying to make it as a human, in a Turian world that says she doesn't belong. Garrus/Shepard pairing, with some twists and turns.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 23 - Words: 119,564 - Reviews: 317 - Favs: 421 - Follows: 339 - Updated: 1/4/2014 - Published: 12/30/2012 - [Shepard (F), Garrus V.] Kaidan A. - Complete
Violence, Voyeurism and Vigilantes by efleck reviews
In matters of life and death, it's our journey to understand the universe, ourselves and those we care about that keeps us truly alive. For many that path includes love, loss, betrayal & violence. FemShepXGarrus. Covers time from ME2-3, flashbacks to ME1, graphic.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 24 - Words: 203,062 - Reviews: 194 - Favs: 454 - Follows: 369 - Updated: 12/24/2013 - Published: 4/7/2011 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete
Reap This! by Anpwhotep reviews
The crew of the Normandy picks up a traveler from another universe, who joins in their quest to destroy the Reapers. With the Normandy, the geth, the rachni, and the traveler's family and friends all focused on one goal, they can't lose.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 8 - Words: 104,754 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 75 - Updated: 11/25/2013 - Published: 3/20/2010 - Tali'Zorah, Legion
Feathers by thedeadflag reviews
A weary marine gets pulled into a covert assignment by an old contact. A single explosion changes the course of her life, sending her racing through space to combat a threat to all galactic civilization. The Mass Effect Arc of A. Shepard. Sequel to Flotsam ON HIATUS as of 03/03/14: See profile for details
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 36 - Words: 315,979 - Reviews: 469 - Favs: 133 - Follows: 186 - Updated: 11/17/2013 - Published: 9/14/2012 - [Shepard (F), Liara T'Soni]
Mending Something Broken by Greenleaf1075 reviews
This is the story of Dominic Shepard and his twin sister Primrose. This story starts during ME2 and will probably go past ME3. Slight canon, but will be changed up to fit my characters. Please R&R. Garrus/OC and M!Shepard/Liara.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 8 - Words: 41,807 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 47 - Updated: 11/13/2013 - Published: 8/19/2013 - [Garrus V., OC] [Shepard (M), Liara T'Soni]
How it Should Have Ended: A Non-Nonsensical Ending by 1Syphira reviews
The ending we all wanted. A final boss battle. No pointless god-children. Uh, Harbinger! And, not to spoil anything, but: little blue asari babies! This is how I would have ended this amazingly epic story. An ending with lore continuity and things that make sense.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 15,843 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 64 - Updated: 10/17/2013 - Published: 10/8/2013 - Shepard (F), Liara T'Soni - Complete
Second Chances by servantofclio reviews
Twelve years after the end of the war, Shepard is living a quiet, retired life, having put her past behind her. An encounter with an old friend makes her reconsider some choices and just might give both of them another chance at happiness. A story about friendship, love, and blending families. FemShep/Garrus, references to past FemShep/Kaidan and Garrus/OC.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 28 - Words: 82,866 - Reviews: 253 - Favs: 292 - Follows: 270 - Updated: 10/13/2013 - Published: 3/23/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete
Family Doesn't End With Blood by ColossusProblematic reviews
After he awakens to find his life upended and his friends scattered, Shepard continues the struggle against the hidden enemies that threaten the galaxy while he tries to reclaim the family he lost. M for language, violence, adult content. Being progressively rewritten as new chapters are added.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 29 - Words: 214,381 - Reviews: 230 - Favs: 285 - Follows: 307 - Updated: 9/25/2013 - Published: 7/8/2012 - Shepard (M), Tali'Zorah
Shakarian Compendium by nomibubs reviews
Snippets exploring the friendship / relationship between Garrus & Shepard. Set in and around game play events from ME2 & ME3, but not a retelling of the story.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 24,181 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 71 - Updated: 9/1/2013 - Published: 2/10/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
unMass Effect by Nichiwwa reviews
What would happen if Earth developed spaceflight tech 40 years before they discovered the Prothean Archives and the Mass Relay. what would happen if they initiated first contact with the Asari? Humanity with a spine! Non-Council Humanity.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 18,210 - Reviews: 93 - Favs: 421 - Follows: 524 - Updated: 8/28/2013 - Published: 7/27/2013 - Admiral Hackett, Hannah S.
Cause and Mass Effect by claihm solais reviews
Mass Effect is a great game. A fun game. But the fun and games stop when it all becomes real...when I find myself on the Citadel, with the terrible knowledge of what's coming. Can one person really make a difference? I'm sure as hell going to try, because the Reapers aren't taking over this galaxy on my watch.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 44 - Words: 281,689 - Reviews: 1089 - Favs: 1,455 - Follows: 1,546 - Updated: 8/24/2013 - Published: 7/5/2012 - Shepard (F), Miranda L.
Falling for Garrus by MelShep reviews
Casey is a regular girl living on Omega when she gets invited to join Shepard and the Normandy crew, and soon realises it's not the great Commander Shepard she's dreaming about, but his Turian friend.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 24 - Words: 72,293 - Reviews: 69 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 64 - Updated: 8/24/2013 - Published: 3/12/2013 - Garrus V. - Complete
Battlemaster and Commander by The Red Celt reviews
The story of the relationship between Wrex and Shepard, spanning all three games, because I adore that old krogan. :) Rated M for adult situations and language. (Reposting chapter 7, because I don't think the e-mail notifications went out.)
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 26,090 - Reviews: 88 - Favs: 233 - Follows: 229 - Updated: 7/27/2013 - Published: 10/27/2012 - Shepard (F), U. Wrex
Black Talons by My Nips Hurt reviews
Eight ships slowly surrounded the Normandy, tightening a noose around the frigate. A rough voice filled the cockpit. "Cerberus vessel, surrender your ship controls immediately. Commander Shepard, you are under arrest." Post ME2. Read, Review, and Enjoy.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 21 - Words: 113,019 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 130 - Updated: 7/22/2013 - Published: 2/9/2011 - Shepard (M), Ashley W.
Degrees of Inheritance by Elyvern reviews
A seven-year war has left strangers wearing the faces of loved ones, and souls struggling to find themselves even as they seek to reconnect with each other. But the past is a harsh mistress, especially when it is encoded into your body. Post-ME2. ME3-AU.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Suspense/Drama - Chapters: 22 - Words: 143,311 - Reviews: 146 - Favs: 156 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 7/21/2013 - Published: 11/5/2010 - Miranda L., Shepard (M)
Gray Area by Rokubi reviews
Follow Garrus as he progresses through different levels of attachment to the great Commander Shepard; fondness, respect, friendship, full blown hero-worship, and something that gets lost in-between. Set ME1
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 27 - Words: 95,751 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 136 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 7/20/2013 - Published: 7/12/2012 - Garrus V., Shepard (F)
There Is No Vakarian Without Shepard by AthenaShep reviews
Story moved under new pen name for various reasons, new name listed under JumoreJay.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 699 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 7/19/2013 - Published: 12/17/2012 - Garrus V., Shepard (F), Thane K.
Keelah Se'lai by Full-Paragon reviews
In her twilight years, Tali is interviewed and tells the story of her life, and the man she would love. Focuses on Tali, and her relationships with the Normandy's crew, as well as the destiny of her people and the geth. Contains language, violence, romance, religion and spoilers. Officially AU now. Updates every four days, rain, shine or apocalypse!
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Romance/Spiritual - Chapters: 72 - Words: 278,088 - Reviews: 1333 - Favs: 506 - Follows: 510 - Updated: 7/19/2013 - Published: 7/28/2012 - Tali'Zorah, Shepard (M)
Mass Effect: Glorious Shotgun Princess by Gregg Landsman reviews
The Exaltation of the Unconquered Sun is a tricky thing. Especially when it doesn't come with an manual. Jane Shepard, who was able to talk Spectres into suicide before getting a spiritual superweapon grafted to her soul, has a new advantage.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 19 - Words: 212,144 - Reviews: 499 - Favs: 1,458 - Follows: 1,008 - Updated: 7/15/2013 - Published: 5/11/2012 - Shepard (F) - Complete
Take Me To Infinity by SeverMariaBlack reviews
How Shepard and Thane came to love each other. From when Shepard meets Thane to the end. A lot of detail to the characters. Not very good with summary sorry about that.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 41 - Words: 177,439 - Reviews: 275 - Favs: 265 - Follows: 209 - Updated: 7/14/2013 - Published: 12/26/2010 - Shepard (F), Thane K. - Complete
Catalyst of Fate by OriginalAlcy reviews
Commander Evangeline Shepard never asked to be brought back from the dead and she sure as hell didn't ask for the job of taking on the Reapers. The one thing she has asked for, she can't have. Mass Effect 3 redux with reflections on ME2. FemShep/Liara
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 36 - Words: 268,535 - Reviews: 314 - Favs: 395 - Follows: 328 - Updated: 7/11/2013 - Published: 3/18/2012 - [Shepard (F), Liara T'Soni] - Complete
A Hundred Memories for the Journey Home by o0-Key-0o reviews
After the abrupt end to the Reaper threat, the Normandy's crew is a hundred days from home. With the help of Diana Allers' camera drone, they decide to record their thoughts and memories to help a recovering Commander Shepard through her own aftermath. What will the galaxy be like when the Normandy makes it back to the local cluster? Join them on the journey.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 45,816 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 54 - Updated: 7/5/2013 - Published: 6/4/2013 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Never Let Me Go by Nightfable reviews
Cerberus are invading Grissom Academy in order to get their hands on Subject Zero and her biotic students. Shepard arrives in the nick of time.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 24,190 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 5/28/2013 - Published: 3/26/2012 - Jack, Shepard (M)
Guns and Poems by Freshman19 reviews
Just because she can drill you between the eyes at 100 yards, doesn't mean she can't fall for Shepard. retelling me Mass Effects 1,2,3. Femsheply with some Miranda/Femshep. Rated M for Violence, Sex, Swearing, etc.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 47 - Words: 186,398 - Reviews: 218 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 173 - Updated: 4/23/2013 - Published: 12/27/2010 - Shepard (F), Ashley W.
Reminiscence by anonymous moose reviews
"Primarch Vakarian? Uh, sir? I'm here to ask you about Commander Shepard." Shepard/Vakarian.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Angst/Humor - Chapters: 46 - Words: 104,927 - Reviews: 428 - Favs: 616 - Follows: 692 - Updated: 4/6/2013 - Published: 4/6/2012 - Garrus V., Shepard (F)
Son of Shepard by bojangles25 reviews
When Martin Shepard's mother leaves him in the care of his father, Commander John Shepard, it changes his life as well as the lives of his father and his father's girlfriend, Tali'Zorah, forever. Begins after Rannoch is retaken, follows through the end of ME3, eventually leading to Martin's Pilgrimage 10 years later. Rated M for four letter words.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 30 - Words: 129,690 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 78 - Updated: 3/14/2013 - Published: 8/9/2012 - Shepard (M), Tali'Zorah - Complete
Mass Effect 3 Epilog: Coda by Charles Spencer reviews
What happened after the 'red ending? This is my epilog to "Mass Effect 3" I started before the Extended Cut...when we had to live with an incomplete 'ending' with huge logic holes. This is my attempt to complete "Mass Effect" in both a logical and more importantly statisfying fashion! The main character is Mary Shepard, who took the Paragon path! In loving dedication to Kat.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 21 - Words: 159,324 - Reviews: 135 - Favs: 123 - Follows: 108 - Updated: 2/23/2013 - Published: 5/31/2012 - Shepard (F), Liara T'Soni - Complete
How Hard Could It Be? by bojangles25 reviews
2 years after the defeat of the Reapers, Ashley and Shepard have moved on to the next challenge, raising their daughters. Set after ME3, assuming Shepard survived the Destroy ending. Main story complete, but taking chapter requests.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Family - Chapters: 29 - Words: 113,641 - Reviews: 153 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 119 - Updated: 2/6/2013 - Published: 8/6/2012 - Ashley W., Shepard (M)
A Star to Steer Her By by ShadesOfMauve reviews
Shepard isn't quite the stable commander Joker remembers, and he's surprised to be the one helping her pick up the pieces. Follows the events of ME2, focusing on non-game scenes. NEW chapter: Epilogue.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 41 - Words: 192,625 - Reviews: 443 - Favs: 681 - Follows: 461 - Updated: 1/4/2013 - Published: 4/6/2011 - Joker, Shepard (F) - Complete
Just Like Old Times by That'sNotMe reviews
Post ME3: Shepard breaks the Reapers' indoctrination, and makes it back to Garrus alive. But what is in store for two heroes who are not content to stop the fight for justice? M for language and occasional interspecies "relations."
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 20 - Words: 67,071 - Reviews: 109 - Favs: 188 - Follows: 261 - Updated: 12/21/2012 - Published: 3/22/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
The Life and Times of Jane Shepard by BlossomingSun reviews
A full and detailed look into Jane Shepard's life, starting with the moment that changed her entire life as a young girl and travels through each mounting adventure, transforming into Commander Shepard. Currently Femshep/OC, but will evolve into Femshep/Garrus. Part One of a Trilogy.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 33 - Words: 118,833 - Reviews: 102 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 12/11/2012 - Published: 4/5/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
The Renegade Shega Chronicles by Abstract1106 reviews
Shepard came back from the dead and swore to destroy all of her enemies. Will Lt. Vega help, or hinder her quest? Not fluff. M for tons of language and *other* reasons. Spoilers, alternate ME3 ending coming. Not entirely canon. UPDATE: You've spoken and convinced me. The stories will stay up.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 50,124 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 45 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 12/11/2012 - Published: 4/21/2012 - James V., Shepard (F) - Complete
Sublimation by RelayJumper reviews
Follow the young engineer Kyson Sorley as he learns what it means to be a specialist on the Normandy. Yes. It does get sappy at points. Harsh language. This focuses on my O/C and Tali and Shepard/Liara. Once again for mature audience :
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 42 - Words: 172,352 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 10/7/2012 - Published: 4/8/2012 - Shepard (M), Tali'Zorah, Garrus V., Liara T'Soni - Complete
Acerbus Praeteritus by deathunit100010 reviews
Raised by quarians, exiled from the Flotilla, Shepard left his past behind him, refusing to speak of how or why he was the way he was. One quarian becomes the first to attempt to find out everything, and more.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 26 - Words: 88,176 - Reviews: 249 - Favs: 331 - Follows: 241 - Updated: 9/24/2012 - Published: 7/13/2010 - Shepard (M), Tali'Zorah - Complete
Why Don't You and I? by JacksAreWild reviews
The public persona of Commander Shepard is a myth: unbreakable, undeniable, unstoppable. In truth, she's a human being who needs someone, just as much as the galaxy needs her. Jeff "Joker" Moreau has confidence in his flying skills, and little else. Can these two emotionally-impaired soldiers find happiness with one another? *Cover art used with permission of blackdragon21*
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 40 - Words: 144,374 - Reviews: 230 - Favs: 235 - Follows: 178 - Updated: 9/17/2012 - Published: 5/26/2011 - Shepard (F), Joker - Complete
The Shape of Things to Come by NeuroticBanana reviews
The fix it to ME3 and then some. Shepard destroys the Reapers and tries to pick up the pieces of her life and resume her relationship with Garrus, but what happens when there may still be some remaining threat from the Reapers? Rated M for mature content,aka FUN!
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 31 - Words: 118,326 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 76 - Updated: 8/25/2012 - Published: 4/27/2012 - Garrus V., Shepard (F) - Complete
On the Wings of a C6X Angel by Sarahrei reviews
Mordin has found a cure for Jokers Vroliks. Shepard and Joker deal with the cure while avoiding their feelings. Romance and hilarity hopefully ensues.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 15 - Words: 45,329 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 86 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 8/10/2012 - Published: 3/25/2012 - Joker, Shepard (F) - Complete
Between The Scenes by MartaTowne reviews
My first ME fic, FShep/Garrus. Starts after ME2 and goes into, through and past ME3. This is the story of lives intertwined, events that happened when the game cameras were off, so to speak. This is AU but relies heavily on the game, then takes a different path at the end. Heroics and friendship, fighting and love in shades of grey
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 53 - Words: 234,200 - Reviews: 216 - Favs: 109 - Follows: 117 - Updated: 7/16/2012 - Published: 3/28/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Resonance Effect by Jknight3135 reviews
My first ever Fic, follow me down the rabit hole into the Mass Effect universe, How will I survive in a world that was not but fiction, can I make it onto Shepards team? Can I survive? Maybe even love? Rated M for violence, swearing, and sexual references. Book one now complete book two in progress.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 17 - Words: 59,597 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 83 - Follows: 78 - Updated: 7/15/2012 - Published: 12/12/2011 - Tali'Zorah - Complete
The Wild Card by Aya Renee reviews
James had spent weeks running from his past. Sure, he didn't exactly have his life planned out, not in so many words, but still nothing prepared him for the moment when the former commander Shepard barged into his life and made away with his lucky deck.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Fantasy - Chapters: 24 - Words: 60,795 - Reviews: 224 - Favs: 199 - Follows: 177 - Updated: 7/8/2012 - Published: 3/11/2012 - James V., Shepard (F) - Complete
Synodic Day by Exia reviews
He is a drell assassin. She is a human spectre. The only thing shared between them is loss. Until the day they meet, and teach each other how to love again.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 18 - Words: 63,718 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 219 - Follows: 279 - Updated: 7/5/2012 - Published: 7/4/2011 - Thane K., Shepard (F)
A New Life by KennethRose reviews
James White; a normal teenager. The universe and Cerberus has larger plans for him however, and he finds himself pulled into the ME universe. Not an SI. Better summary inside. OC-centric: main OC/Jack, with some Shep/Liara on the side. Enjoy!
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 16 - Words: 141,678 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 140 - Updated: 6/26/2012 - Published: 2/14/2012 - Shepard (M), Liara T'Soni
Where You Belong by WastedHeart reviews
After the events of the Lair of the Shadow Broker DLC, Garrus travels to Palaven with Shepard to visit his family. Together, they must face the reaction of his family and the rest of the galactic community to their relationship. Sequel to Home. Post-ME3 epilogue now added! Complete.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 13 - Words: 93,933 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 186 - Follows: 129 - Updated: 6/10/2012 - Published: 4/17/2011 - Garrus V., Shepard (F) - Complete
Omega by S.Thyme reviews
For many, Omega brings only the end, but for a lucky few it brings success and infamy. She was caught in the middle, looking only to sever the ties that bound her. OC Character driven dark piece. Rated M for multiple reasons.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 46 - Words: 111,338 - Reviews: 134 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 5/30/2012 - Published: 2/7/2011 - Aria T'Loak - Complete
Kat like Thief by Macy King reviews
Son of famous war hero Commander Shepard and the biotic Jack, Thane Shepard has a lot to live up to. This is a coming of age drama/romance focusing on Thane as he attends a new biotic academy. Rated T for language and adult themes. Updates to come, mushy
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 37,090 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 13 - Updated: 5/29/2012 - Published: 4/30/2012 - Jack
Red Sun At Night by Medea Jade reviews
Commander Shepard has done the impossible, but her crew, friends and lover are marooned on an unknown planet. Kaidan Alenko leads these people through the trials of starting a new life from scratch. See my profile for info about chapter updates!
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Drama - Chapters: 21 - Words: 138,607 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 5/27/2012 - Published: 4/2/2012 - Kaidan A., James V.
Blackwork by PestoMonkey reviews
An erotic love story that follows the progression of behind-the-scenes events after James Vega makes good on his flirtations with Commander Shepard. Plot gets moving around Ch10. Includes alternate *happy* ME3 ending. Rated M for tasteful but intimate love scenes.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 20 - Words: 101,861 - Reviews: 226 - Favs: 296 - Follows: 140 - Updated: 5/22/2012 - Published: 3/15/2012 - Shepard (F), James V. - Complete
Immortality by Ronnie James Dio reviews
A closer look at the lives of Shepard and those closest to him. Written from multiple perspectives: Shepard, Miranda, Garrus, Thane, and Samara. Rated M for language, violent imagery, and sexual themes. Shepard/Miranda. Updated!
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 17 - Words: 63,658 - Reviews: 123 - Favs: 263 - Follows: 248 - Updated: 5/14/2012 - Published: 4/11/2010 - Miranda L., Shepard (M)
Always be There by Kulkum reviews
When the big night comes, Shepard finds her own doubts and dept to the galaxy forcing her to send him away. Regret is sometimes the most painful mistake to face. What does one do with a second chance? FemShep/Garrus
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 22 - Words: 74,410 - Reviews: 167 - Favs: 162 - Follows: 135 - Updated: 5/2/2012 - Published: 5/3/2010 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
The Life We Live by Harbinger1975 reviews
A story about Shia'va Shepard and Garrus Vakarian that spans from Mass Effect 2 and after Mass Effect 3
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 19 - Words: 50,181 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 4/27/2012 - Published: 1/30/2012 - Shepard (F), Garrus V. - Complete
How Fornax Changed My Life by kiwibliss reviews
Shepard comes to grips with the realities of a romantic relationship with a member of her team. Fornax serves double duty as a relationship aid, though not always in the obvious sense.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 12 - Words: 46,800 - Reviews: 222 - Favs: 302 - Follows: 306 - Updated: 3/23/2012 - Published: 2/25/2010 - Shepard (F), Thane K.
A Gentle Breeze Before the Storm by FsDxRAGE reviews
With only several days left before the trial on Earth, Tali and Shepard land on Terra Nova for resupply and yet another short vacation, meeting a couple of very important people to Shepard. This is their last peace before the war.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 8 - Words: 41,578 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 3/3/2012 - Published: 5/24/2011 - Shepard (M), Tali'Zorah - Complete
Delirium Trigger by Solain Rhyo reviews
Garrus has made no secret of his desire for Shepard; as much as she wants him in return, there's still the small matter of saving humanity from the Collectors standing in their way. FemShep/Garrus. Rated for sexual content.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Romance/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 14 - Words: 61,190 - Reviews: 114 - Favs: 205 - Follows: 203 - Updated: 2/3/2012 - Published: 2/17/2011 - Shepard (F), Garrus V.
Tiger By My Side by Introjection reviews
Commander Shepard isn't one to be confused. However, after the events on the remote colony of Horizon, she has no choice but to accept the things she does not want to face, and have the courage to start life anew. Pairing: F!Shep x Joker
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 23 - Words: 68,583 - Reviews: 127 - Favs: 263 - Follows: 271 - Updated: 1/11/2012 - Published: 11/13/2010 - Joker, Shepard (F)
Mass Effect III: Union by Guardian Kitch reviews
Battered, the NORMANDY SR2 has survived the suicide trip through the Omega 4 Relay. The war, however, has just begun. The Reapers are coming in hard, and with Cerberus now considered the enemy too Commander Shepard must unite the galaxy in a MASS UNION...
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 117,193 - Reviews: 79 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 57 - Updated: 12/12/2011 - Published: 8/23/2011 - Shepard (M), Tali'Zorah
The Aftermath by tattoohero reviews
The following events take place after the Reaper attack and their ultimate defeat by Commander Shepard. This is my view on what will happen after Mass Effect 3. My Shepard is female/soldier/spacer/war hero/paragon. This is Leia Shepard's story...
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 18 - Words: 59,366 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 80 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 9/26/2011 - Published: 6/2/2011 - Shepard (F), Liara T'Soni - Complete
The First Casualty by TomKawczynski reviews
Following the events of "Arrival", Commander Jared Shepard returns to Earth to face the consequences of destroying a star system as he tries to mobilize the galaxy for the impending Reaper invasion.
Mass Effect - Rated: T - English - Sci-Fi - Chapters: 38 - Words: 112,805 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 8/31/2011 - Published: 7/12/2011
Mass Effect: Fallen Soldier by Enigmat1c reviews
Following the elimination of the Collector threat, a former Special Forces soldier in cryostasis for thirty-seven years is revived to join Commander Shepard's group and help combat the incoming Reaper invasion.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Adventure - Chapters: 14 - Words: 56,573 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 18 - Updated: 8/22/2011 - Published: 7/29/2010 - Complete
The Perfect Bluff by DiamondStar40 reviews
After coming back through the Omega 4 Relay, the Normandy goes to the Citadel for repairs. Joker decides that he can no longer hide his feelings for Shepard after almost losing her again. Chapters 6 & 7 are FINALLY up! FemShep/Joker...R&R please!
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Sci-Fi/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 45,559 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 107 - Updated: 7/19/2011 - Published: 11/3/2010 - Shepard (F), Joker
The Spirit of Truth by Myetel reviews
This story is a bridge from ME2 to a postulated ME3. Assumes female paragon Shepherd and Garrus relationship. Contains implied human-alien sexuality and implied erotic content in chapter 12. Some language.
Mass Effect - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Sci-Fi - Chapters: 14 - Words: 61,169 - Reviews: 77 - Favs: 453 - Follows: 132 - Updated: 2/11/2011 - Published: 1/28/2011 - Garrus V., Shepard (F) - Complete