What events shaped the man that would save the galaxy time and again? What did it take to forge the legend? This is a Prequel series to Mass Effect one, following the incidents that formed Shepard into the man he was during the trilogy.

Journalist Emily Wong makes a startling historical discovery: The space aliens that some humans reported getting abducted by back in the 20th century may have been salarians! But what were the salarians doing on Earth back then and why? Wong vows to uncover the truth. A one-shot comedic short story.

A Navy Hornet pilot on a routine patrol encounters something he could only have dreamed of. Separated from the world he knows, will he have what it takes to adapt to life in the 2100's, and as a member of the Systems Alliance Navy? (Semi-self insert, rated M for violence, coarse language, etc.)

Lieutenant Commander Shepard is assigned to the Navy's latest ship, the stealth frigate SSV Normandy, and the start of life changing events are about to begin. One-shot. Completed.

“By the Goddess; what did they do to you?” No matter the technological advancement or how enlightened a species may appear; sick and twisted individuals still stalk in the shadows. N7 John Shepard of the Alliance and an Asari matron of the Asari Republic, are both victims of genetic manipulation and mutation crimes; the first of the Asari male …

Against all odds, Jane Shepard had survived the war against the Reapers, although it has taken a toll on her mind and body. Had been saved by a new enemy that saw opportunity in a fragile galaxy, the Normandy crew must save Shepard so they can keep the peace once more. Jane starts to wonder whether her place is still on the Normandy, or taking Garrus' offer of retirement.

The galaxy is ending, so Shepard and Liara have a spontaneous wedding. (FemShep X Liara)

M-Shepard is involved in something unspeakable…Tali, Miranda, Jack & Jacob. Cuckolding. Feedback is appreciated

Set following the original ending of the ME trilogy, we follow Liara and the Normandy crew who are stranded on an unknown planet. Jack, Garrus and Tali observe the post occupation clean up works on Earth and start making plans for their own futures without Shepard or the Normandy. Shepard's sacrifice to remove the Reapers proves to be not quite as ultimate as she thought.

Commander Shepard, in his more than 10 years of service in the Alliance, had never seen a situation so dire. It feels as if there's no way out, like he's knocking on death's door, waiting to be welcomed in.

After being rescued by Captain Anderson, Shepard joins the military. Not only to fight, but to get a shot at finding Him. Her nameless hero. In hopes of one day finding her Archangel among the never-ending cosmos. Continuation from "My Archangel".

Tali'Zorah was just looking for a worthy pilgrimage gift, but is sucked into the adventure of her liftime instead. At the helm: Commander Shepard, greatest hero of the Alliance. But with a life of violence and loss behind him and the weight of the galaxy on his shoulders, Tali soon finds that perhaps John Shepard needs her just as much as she needs him... Mostly Tali/Shepard POV

After the disaster on Ark Leusinia, Cora is in the arboretum on the Tempest trying to figure where she goes from here.

John and Jane Shepard joined the Alliance at age of 18 after surviving the attack of Mindior. Both Shepards rose quickly through the alliance ranks reaching Lt Commander. Jane became regarded as a War Hero after her heroic actions holding the line during the Skyllian Blits; While John garnered the reputation of Ruthless after his Command decision during the Torfan Massacre.

"All I wanted was a normal party where I could spend time with my crewmates. Just a calm kickback where, for once in my life, nothing crazy would happen to me and I could forget about this damned war for even just a second. Instead, I'm dealing with a horny AI, drunk horny crewmates, drunk aliens that want to take me to bed, and a secret Cerberus clone. What else can go wrong?"

Shepard finally has enough of Jacob's flirting, so she decides to put a stop to it the only way she can. Showing off her husband to the whole ship.

Shepard uses holiday decorations to her advantage, finally kissing Garrus

Fighting alongside Commander John Shepard and traversing through the galaxy has made Tali'Zorah aware of one thing…quarians are not well liked, hated even. She realizes that they have to fend for themselves, just as they have for the last 300 years. Desperate to do anything to help her people, Tali begins to question what she is fighting for, and the lengths she is willing to go.

"Although every time you call her Miss vas Normandy, I kinda expect to see her walking around with a tiara and sash." - Joker / Shepard decides to go along with Joker's suggestion.

Originally written for the Talimancer Discord Community Advent Calendar Event. Shepard and Tali are decorating their home for the upcoming Christmas holiday. Not wanting to play any of the horrible Christmas music his species has created, he asks his wife to play some of hers. It is...not what he expected.

Originally written for the Talimancer Discord Community Advent Calendar Event, but with some changes. Shepard's road to recovery will be long and arduous, it will have many ups and downs that will plague the former Commander. One thing, one person, provides a shining light in such dark circumstances.

***Request*** Shepard needs to get over his past. Colonist, sole survivor MShep x Tali

For better or for worse, the end to the Reaper War is drawing nigh, and the scars it stands to leave instill fear in all who will fight in its last stand, Tali and Shepard included.

A very developed being who has the ability to control energy decides to enter the mass effect universe and aid Shepard in his adventure. rated M for swearing (rare)

The Batarian Hegemony finds the human race in November 1983 and attempts to enslave them. They get a taste of human resilience when the capitalists and communists agree to put aside their disagreements and unite against a greater threat. AU.