Some of the most popular science fiction gaming franchises include famed titles like Halo, X-COM, and StarCraft, and in 2007, Bioware's Mass Effect made a splashy entrance in the gaming world. Two more Mass Effect titles soon followed, and this gaming trilogy is beloved by many for its compelling universe, dynamic and memorable characters, and cool combat system.

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For real and fictional people alike, the twelve astrology signs are a popular way to measure an individual's personality, and the horoscope acts as a source of guidance for many. If these horoscopes are used on the Mass Effect characters, what will happen? There is a character who perfectly embodies each sign, so let's check them out.

12 Aries (March 21 - April 19): Garrus Vakarian

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First up is everyone's favorite Turian vigilante, Garrus Vakarian. He followed his father's footsteps and joined C-Sec, but soon chafed at all the rules and regulations. Following the SR-1 Normandy's destruction, he became a folk hero on Omega. One with lots of guns.

Garrus is bold and decisive, and this makes him a great hero and friend to Commander Shepard. He never hesitates to make a decision, and his idea of justice is absolutely ruthless. When it came to Sidonis, though, Shepard had to make sure Garrus didn't fall to the dark side.

11 Taurus (April 20 - May 20): Steve Cortez

The second sign is very different from the bold and competitive Aries. Taurus, by contrast, is defined by two things: a love of all things relaxing and sensual, and a sheer stubborn spirit that doesn't let things go easily.

Steve Cortez the shuttle pilot/mechanic appears in Mass Effect 3, and he's having a tough time moving on from losing his husband to a collector attack. And during the Citadel apartment party, he's quite comfortable living it up. This isn't his first party, that's for sure.

10 Gemini (May 21 - June 20): Mordin Solus

There is a good reason why Gemini is represented by twins: people born under this sign are so busy with their projects and intellectual pursuits, they need a second body just to get everything done!

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Mass Effect's Mordin Solus is an exemplary Gemini, being a renowned Salarian scientist and tinkerer who can invent his way out of any situation. As Kelly Chambers put it, "he is like a hamster on coffee."

9 Cancer (June 21 - July 22): Thane Krios

It is time for a water sign: Cancer the crab. Those born under this sign spend their time between the physical and mystical realms, and they are known to make cozy homes and enjoy good meals with family.

Thane Krios fits this mold well, given his religious nature and his brooding nature. He's also a family man who's desperate to save his son Kolyat from a life of anger and darkness, and he is a romance option for female Shepards.

8 Leo (July 23 - August 22): Urdnot Grunt

Now it's for a fire sign: Leo. Anyone born under the sign of this prideful lion is indeed a proud and boastful individual who loves to make a good show and have everything centered around them. They are also passionate friends and lovers.

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Their own pride and ego is their main potential flaw, and Urdnot Grunt, the tank-grown ultra-Krogan, is something of a Leo himself. He's eager to prove himself with every chance he gets, and he actually demands that others "be in awe" in his presence. He's not content to be a background character!

7 Virgo (August 23 - September 22): Legion

That's right, even geth can represent an astrology sign, and it could be none other than Virgo. This earth sign symbolizes practicality, a fondness for logic and input processing, and systematic perfection. That practically screams "robot."

Legion is indeed a Virgo, and it (later he) has a benign personality that wants to help people rather than destroy them. Legion opposes the heretics, and it doesn't want to attack the Quarians if it can be helped. Rather, Legion would rather systematically build a better future for everyone.

6 Libra (September 23 - October 22): Kasumi Goto

What does it mean to be a Libra? This sign is unique since it's represented by a set of scales rather than an animal or mythical being, and Libras are thus focused on balance and harmony in all things. They are also highly sociable and charming, and like to balance their many friendships and support other people.

Despite being a thief and outlaw, Kasumi Goto is a kind young woman who cherished her lover Keiji, and she gets along with nearly everyone on the Normandy. She has an ear to the ground and can chat it up with just about anyone.

5 Scorpio (October 23 - November 21): The Illusive Man

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Scorpio is actually a water sign, even though it resembles a fire sign. As such, Scorpios are highly intuitive, clairvoyant, and mystical, and they like to use their intelligence to plot ahead and prepare for the right moment to strike later on.

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This sign isn't inherently evil; none of them are. But Scorpio's traits make for effective villains, and the scheming Illusive Man is quite the Scorpio. There was that time he lured Shepard onto the "derelict" Collector ship to get intel, and he used Udina to stage a coup on the Citadel.

4 Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21): Jack

One of the most rambunctious squadmates Commander Shepard meets, Jack is a tough loner who has traveled all over the galaxy to plunder, fight, and have a hedonistic good time. She is haunted by a lot of trauma, but she's trying to move on. She's also pretty lively in a party.

All this makes Jack quite the Sagittarius, since this fire sign is all about the quest for knowledge and experience, like a burning arrow fired at its target. These people are known to entertain crowds with boastful tales of their adventures, too.

3 Capricorn (December 22 - January 19): Javik

Even though it's represented by a mythical sea goat, Capricorn is an earth sign, and is thus based on diligence, hard work, and a stubborn attitude. A Capricorn draws from inner strength to get the job done, though they may come off as cold and aloof at times.

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This describes Javik, the last living Prothean. He is a hardened and stoic soldier who fights tirelessly to defeat the Reapers, both in his own era and now in Commander Shepard's time.

2 Aquarius (January 20 - February 18): Joker

This sign may be called "Aquarius," but it's actually an air sign, and thus, anyone born under this sign will be free-spirited and think on a broad scale. This makes them the opposite of the diligent and stubborn earth signs.

Jeff "Joker" Moreau is the Normandy pilot, and like Garrus, he chafes under authority and likes to do things his own way. He loved it when Commander Shepard stole the Normandy from the Citadel, and like a true Aquarius, he believes in the power of the people, not in governments or army generals.

1 Pisces (February 19 - March 20): Liara T'Soni

Liara in Mass Effect

The final sign is a water sign: Pisces. It's represented by two fish swimming in opposite directions, and people born under this sign are heavily involved in dreams, their imagination, and the mystic. This contrasts them with the more grounded earth signs.

Liara T'Soni is an archaeologist who spends her youth trying to piece together the Prothean civilization, and her illusions were shattered when she met Javik. Meanwhile, as a Pisces, Liara has become highly compassionate and empathetic to others, a true friend.

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