Commander Shepard
Also known as: Shepard
The first human Spectre, savior of the galaxy. Their story changes based on the player, making every Shepard unique.
Other Mass Effect Characters
Tali'Zorah
130k works
Quarian engineer whose brilliance and compassion transcend species barriers. A beloved romance option and teammate.
Garrus Vakarian
28k works
Turian sharpshooter and Shepard's most loyal companion. His calibrations are legendary, as is his romance.
Kaidan Alenko
9k works
Steady biotic sentinel of the original Normandy crew whose distrust on Horizon and reconciliation in the third game gave the trilogy its great second-chance romance. He became Shepard's first male-male love interest in Mass Effect 3.
Liara T'Soni
8k works
Asari archaeologist who grows from awkward Prothean scholar into the galaxy's Shadow Broker across the trilogy. Her century-spanning devotion to Shepard makes her the series' most enduring romance.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many fanfics feature Commander Shepard?
Commander Shepard appears in 22k+ works on AO3, making them one of the most popular characters in the Mass Effect fandom. You can browse all Commander Shepard fanfiction using the Fanfict Reader app.
What are the most popular Commander Shepard ships?
The most popular Commander Shepard ships include Garrus Vakarian/Shepard. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
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