They say to be a good soldier is to expect the unexpected. That's fine in theory, but can one honestly be prepared to handle whatever life throws at them? As the Reaper threat returns and 'Expect the unexpected' starts to become an unwritten rule instead of just a simple saying, Shepard and her crew may need to rethink what exactly it was they signed up for.

John knew all too well the meaning of sacrifice, especially when it came to his best friend. A tale that was inspired by Maroon 5 - She Will Be Loved. Modern A/U.

The Collectors are abducting colonists and its up to Shepard and her crew to stop them. But how can the Savior of the Citadel fight for a future for the galaxy, when she herself is bound to the past...and its secrets? FShepard and Miranda Pairing. Slight A/U; M for Language and suggestive themes.

This is how my Paragon FemShep took the ending of Mass Effect 3. Spoilers Ahead - you have been warned.

In the chaos of the ongoing First Contact War, the Alliance is contacted by a resistence cell comprised of captured humans on Palaven, and Shepard is drafted for a covert mission to make contact. Her cover lands her where? The Vakarian household, of course. Shepard/Garrus, AU.

Were there really three choices? Or is that just what the Reapers wanted to see? A new take on the ending that will take Shepard to new emotional triumphs, and heartbreaking lows. The ending I believe Mass Effect fans deserve and hopefully I'm here to deliver. Includes post choice scenes. UPDATE: After three years, I'm back to finish this story. Check it out!

Novitiria is a turian merc. He was her big chance to make a name for herself, but after a failed mission and a chance meeting, she may just discover that Archangel is worthy of being more than just a target. Garrus/OC, will contain sexual themes.

Snippets into the thoughts and minds of the characters of Mass Effect. A wide assortment of subjects and pairings on board everyone's favorite ship. Ratings will vary as well but will stick to a mostly "T" rating. Note: If you have a character or idea you want done, tell me in a review or PM and I shall make it happen.

You know all those other stories where the main character gets sent to another world with the help of a higher power, or at least dropped in a convenient place? Yeah, that's not me. I get abandoned from the start and have to find a way to survive. Not everyone can be the hero. I sure as hell aren't.

John Shepard was trying not to think about what his sister might be doing with Thane in the dark corners of Omega. Too bad Jack didn't have any sense of mercy. Shameless PWP, Shrios.

Kolyat leaves Earth after the war and returns to Kahje, where he joins the royal guard. Together with the drell princess, who initially does not like having Kolyat around, he attempts to save the drell from extinction. This story is related to my other story 'Biotic Beginnings'. It is recommended, but not needed, that you read 'Biotic Beginnings' first. Warning: Sexual content

After Priority: Horizon, EDI discovers that a certain item on her list of rejected courses of action is repeated. A lot. What is this item? Why did it continue to repeat itself? What makes it so… alarming? (EDI POV One-Shot)

Tevos has some reservations about one of Aria's requests. Aria finds a way to make it enjoyable for her.

The continuing adventures of Lycoris Tevos and the T'Soni-Shepard girls as they grow up and figure out their place in the galaxy.

Sam has to take her yearly exam to stay with the Alliance, and Ashley offers her assistance. Which would be totally fine, wonderful actually, if Sam could keep her cool around her for about five seconds. (Ashley/Sam.)

Shepard makes sure that Tali wakes up comfortably after that night of drinking, and they have a needed talk. (FemShep/Tali.)

With the death of Commander Shepard the reaper incident was swept away. What happens when a new threat emerges? Watch as Shepard is brought back by the very species he has fought to destroy. Watch as he struggles with life as a synthetic being. Watch as he forges an empire to protect the galaxy. MA rating, Geth as allies, Maybe reaper ally or two. Shepard/Tali *Shep/T/Jack?*

Shepard has finally come face to face with an enemy she can't face on her own. She enlists the help of a certain turian. Will he help her or will he turn away laughing?

David Anderson's career has stalled. He's tired, lonely and feeling his age in an empty apartment. But the piano in the corner isn't just for show. From the Citadel to the warzones of earth, this is the story of that piano. Oneshot.

A big fight and shuttle breakdown lead to a night of heavy drinking for Io'ken Shepard, Kaidan, and Kasumi. Not everyone is elegant when they've had a few. Features a non-canon polyamorous relationship. ( FShep / KAlenko / KGoto)

Fem!Human x Male!Turian OCs Some OC relationship stuff, possibly fluff and romance later as two people meet in a misunderstanding and come understand each other more than either Turians of Humans had bothered to. Version 1.5 Will continue as possible

Shepard and Tali, in Shepard's cabin on the Normandy...

"Abstract: With the Terra-forming of a previously unknown rocky planet,we intend to place upon it six hundred groups of six. Will see if any of the humanoid races can not only live as their ancient ancestors did, but also live with each other." Slight A/U, Before the beginning of Mass Effect 1.

It all started when we met. From the moment we began to interact with each other, our lives were forever intertwined. Now, that has brought us to new worlds. New boundaries. We've experienced friendships, death, betrayal, and insanity. And now we're having to help a persistent soldier and her ragtag group of friends hunt down a rogue Spectre. Just another day on the job.

Transformer fan Ratchet 'Hatchet' Shepard never liked Mass Effect much. That was until he found himself as THE commander Shepard of the Normandy, with the original happy-go-lucky Shepard as his second in command. Now he just hates it more. However, some things are strangely... different. And its not only because of his presence. (Decided to continue fic)