Unwilling to give up their reliance on artificial intelligence, humans decline the offer to join the Citadel after the First Contact War. However many in the Systems Alliance recognize where that leaves humanity compared to the other races - far behind the curve. As humans scheme to catch up, the Council finds itself wary of its new neighbors. (Some Halo thrown in)

John Shepard has lost everything. His friends, family, home and more. Given a second chance and a mission by a Watcher, he is sent to another world to help another Shepard in her quest and to counter dark forces at work. But nothing is ever simple as more divergence events happen and more Shepards appear. Inspired by a Fistfull of Shepards

Being a sinful but not irredeemable man in his past, a run-of-the-mill guy finds himself in the fictional world of Mass effect as one of the most hated and disrespected races to exist, the Quarians. Armed with nothing but his wits, how will our clueless mc prove himself it this merciless world? (Will contain heavy AU elements)

The Reapers are coming, but nearly all remain blissfully unaware of their encroaching doom. In this time of false peace, many find themselves in the company of unlikely allies, driven together by a strange mixture of fate and necessity. This is the story of one such crew, the exploits of whom shall color a final chapter in the history of the galaxy as we know it.

Events depicted here take place during an extended time period, from just after the conclusion of the Reaper War. There are time jumps—these will be listed behind the date posted at the beginning of each chapter. The first mention of Xiùlán and Sammy's dealings with Joesiar happens on Monday, 15 August 2225-CE, in chapter 36, A Special Celebration, of Transformation, Part IV, RotSB

When I bought the Legendary Edition of Mass Effect I'd expected to re-live the wonder of the game, I never expected to actually 'live' it though

What if the Prothean hid asari on planet Earth as one of their many plans, what would happen if asari and humans lived side by side for thousands of years before space travel started? This is that story

After three years of warnings and denials, the galaxy is now faced with a threat they never believed they would face: galactic genocide by centuries old, sentient machines known aptly as the Reapers. The fate of the galaxy now rests on the shoulders of Commander Kacey Shepard, a talented Commander who's career is built on performing the impossible. Retelling of ME3.

Mallory is a ganger. The feared enforcer of the Tenth Street Reds. When her life falls apart around her and the Reds want nothing more than to put Mallory in the ground, she is hurled into a strange and hostile galaxy. When she is called to do her part to save the Milky Way will Mallory rise to the challenge? Or will the darkness of her own past drown her first?

After everything the crew of the Normandy finds themselves in a unique position, living legends, in a galaxy they almost sacrificed everything to save. Shepard and Garrus have become symbols but now they have the chance to have the life they have always wanted. All that is left is facing the challenges of their own reputation. (The happy ending we all deserve)

In one universe, Commander Eliza Shepard is found by none other than her boyfriend, Garrus Vakarian. While she hates being stuck in a hospital, Garrus gives her the ultimate surprise. In another universe, Commander Brianna Shepard gives her life to end the reaper threat and reunite with her lover. *Disclaimer: EA and Bioware own Mass Effect*

The defeat of Sovereign brought reprieve, not victory, and an all too short one as new threats emerge. Amongst their victims is the Normandy, heroine of the hunt for Saren, and with the ship's destruction comes the loss of not just friends but also family. For Shepard, the mission is now one for vengeance, at any cost. Sequel to A Call to Duty.

Four hundred years into the Long Exile, the Migrant Fleet is on the brink of collapse. Every day, the quarian people inch ever closer to extinction, with any dreams of a new home seeming ever more hopeless... Until Captain Rael'Zorah makes a discovery that will shake the foundations of galactic civilization for eons to come. (Takes place in a reimagined Mass Effect universe)

I was chosen because I had thought it through and because I knew what pain and suffering was. Now I have the chance to see if my ideas can help Shepard save the galaxy. SI.

They survived Sovereign, Saren, and an army of geth. When the Normandy returns to the far reaches of the galaxy, they come across a nightmare best lived in tales. Stranded and against the Collectors, they fight for life. And each other. Tali/Shepard Pairing. AU. Intro to Dark Matter Theory. New approach to Collectors. Prequel to The End of Dawn.

Some people spend their whole lives searching for love, others stumble into it completely by chance. Nicola "Nikki" Shepard was devastated when her childhood sweetheart left Mindoir, but fate is a fickle creature and in the long run it was probably for the best. Starting with brief snapshots on Mindoir and other events pre-ME1 then hopefully continuing throughout the trilogy. F/F

After stopping the coup attempt on the Citadel, Kaidan re-joins the crew on Normandy, with a lot of questions for Commander Kacey Shepard about her time with Cerberus. It's about time he got an explanation! A causal retelling of Mass Effect 2 and a slight AU for Mass Effect 3. KaidanXFemShepard

Cerberus has spent billions of credits trying to bring Shepard back from the dead, and despite the odds it seems to be working. Then a saboteur makes his move and Shepard's resurrection takes a horrific turn, leaving both the Alliance and Cerberus scrambling to control the situation...all while the Collectors begin their harvest of humanity [PREFERRED EDITION ON AO3]

Tali carries a dangerous secret that could spark rebellion. She feels trapped and alone, but now isn't the time to reveal it. Torn between loyalty and exposing Shepard's betrayal, she stands alone in the battle for truth and justice. Her actions will have far-reaching consequences, altering her destiny and the galaxy's fate.

When a Systems Alliance exploration group is mercilessly attacked by a hot-headed Turian Admiral, humanity finds itself at war with the galaxy's premier military. The Turians assume they can subjugate this new race before the galaxy takes note. But assumptions are dangerous. Something the sailors and marines of the Alliance are all to glad to demonstrate. Rated M for violence.

More than the deceased wife of Thane Krios, what was Irikah's story before her death on Kahje? She was the daughter of Mu'kalien Soterios, Suanna Sousan, and sister to three brothers on Rakhana.

Sequel to my Mine Effect story, Shepards back and about to kick some Collector ass I do not own Mass Effect, Halo, Crysis, Gears of War or any other games movies or TV shows referenced or mention in this story.

Garrus is betrayed. Ten men are dead on Omega. The gangs are already rebounding. Archangel is an unmitigated failure. After everything, there's no reason Garrus should be alive, but sometimes, people get what they don't deserve. "Just like old times," Garrus says, but it's not. It never will be again. An ME2 novelization. M for violence. Feat. Beth Shepard from The Disaster Zone.

It ends as it must, with Shepard lying broken in the bowels of the Citadel.

One Shot - After their transport is delayed, three Alliance soldiers go to see an Asari seer to pass the time. They get more than they bargained for.