Fictional CharacterFictional — Mass Effect
Kaidan Alenko
Mass Effect character, Biotic soldier, romance option
Biography
A Biotic soldier and crew member of the Normandy in the Mass Effect video game series, known for his loyalty and romantic subplot with the Commander Shepard character.
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Fictional Character
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Mass Effect
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Kaidan
Irish origin
“A name with possible Irish roots (related to Aidan/Kaiden) or Japanese influences (kaidan, meaning 'ghost story' or 'strange tale'). Kaidan has an exotic, slightly mysterious quality that appeals to parents drawing from multiple cultural traditions or seeking something with both strength and intrigue.”