The success of an undertaking is not determined by its necessity. The Lazarus Project was never likely to succeed.

There was a line in one of her many psych evals about an impressive ability to compartmentalize. She supposed the psychologist hadn't been talking about her ability to dress an amputation in the field in under thirty seconds. Mass Effect 2

Shepard and James Vega are soldiers. They're survivors, having lived to see the other side of the worst a tour of duty could offer them. When neither is willing to take a chance, one of them is forced to be the catalyst of change or the opportunity will slip past them both.

Spoilers for ME3: In a galaxy where Reapers have invaded, diplomats must be placated, civilizations must be saved, and deals must be made, Shepard has just one more damned thing to deal with. It's a good thing Kaidan is there to help her.

James Vega has a pretty clear cut view of what he likes and why he likes it, and what he does and why he does it. But the universe is ever changing, right? Slash: James Vega/Steve Cortez. ME3

The crew of the Normandy conspires to take their workaholic commander out for a night on the town, and discovers a side of Shepard they never expected. The only survivor of Mindoir and Hero of the Skyllian Blitz also can't dance. Rated M for language.