"What do you mean you're immortal?!"
"I mean... I can't stay dead for long..."
"Well that's just overpowered, isn't it?"
"Except a chihuahua with arthritis could beat me in a fight, if I wasn't able to run away"... more>>

It's said that a good cultivation story ends with the main character gaining immortality. Well, I say that that's boring, we all know the main character is going to survive everything, it's just a matter of how. Instead, why not start where most stories end? Well, I can't say that being weak isn't captivating in its own way; let's start there. Hated by the heavens, as is the cliche standard, what else... Broken engagement? Worry not, felines don't have to deal with the hassle of engagements nor the shame of a broken one.

What should an immortal cat do with his life? Simply finding fish to eat is hard enough, and now he's got to push past the limitations the heavens cursed him with? Well, what's a death or two to a cat that wants his fish, especially if it's a cat with more than nine lives. Eating tasty fish is the most important thing in the world after all. And he's got all the time in the world to find the best fish of them all.

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(Author's info/comments about the subject) First off, I write whenever I have time and am not dealing with my numerous health issues, so... I write kinda slowly and sporadically. I'm sorry about that, I wish I could change it, but... I ain't got a magic wand. If I did, I would make myself healthy - well, no, I guess the first thing I'd do is make more magic wands, but assuming the standard rules for wishes - wait, this isn't something for the description of a novel. I'll end this tangent here, but I'm keeping it in because it might be funny to some people, and I'm not sure what to replace it with.

Put under Fantasy, might be more like Xianxia, but I wanted to be safe, as I'm not too familiar with the genres. Always looking for suggestions of tags I've missed. Some of the other tags won't play a role until later. <<less

Lilia would rather sleep all day than go to class. Avoiding her problems sounds like a better idea than getting hurt. But that was just a typical day for a girl living on a military school compound surrounded by the greenest Wastelands that ever existed. It doesn't help that she and five others were in hiding. Her species were the ones responsible for almost destroying the human race. Well, at least she wasn't alone. However, that brings about another source of problems.... more>>

Do they all get along? No. Are they stuck together for the rest of their lives? Yes. Do they all need therapy? Darn, right, they do.

So this is Lilia's (Bryson, Druid, Heather, Terran, and Shadow)'s story; I hope you like it.

My friend photographed the picture. She allowed me to use it for my novel.

Constructive criticism is appreciated.

It's been a couple of years, so I am reposting and editing. This is the best way for me to know where I'm at and where I need to go with the story.

Thank you. <<less

Lied cannot remember his past. As the sole bearer of the Adam's Apple, an ancient item capable of granting people's wishes, he's targeted by a mysterious organization while desperately trying to reclaim his memories. Through his perilous quest in search of the lost truth, Lied realizes there's more to everything than meets the eye... including himself. How will Lied survive, and what will he find at his destination?... more>>

Work originally written in Portuguese. Cover art by Yaya Chan. <<less

Because of the popularity of the Isekai genre stories on a planet called Earth.
The people being summoned into another world have started to become bothersome for the gods.... more>>

When 28 students were summoned into this alternate world and become heroes to save the world from the demon lord.
The gods wanted no part of it and decided to just reincarnate into the world to have a vacation and have a GOOD TIME.
Yes, "Having a good time" or should I say "using the heroes to have a good time" as the proper term?

Will the 28 students be able to survive in a world where the gods themselves might become their enemies? <<less

Following the extermination of humans on Earth, the manifestation of their will is born onto a precursor planet, covered in monsters, dungeons, hunters, and species known to have gone extinct. This planet, named Tessera, gives all who enter a chance at the hidden, ultimate goal.... more>>

Nothing is really that simple, though, is it? <<less

Clay has been playing his favourite VR sandbox game for nearly 20 years. It was a really believable world where even the NPC's acted as if they where real, which peaked Clay's interest in the game.
But that was not the only reason why he loved it so much, the main reason was how much you could do, and what you could create, and modify.... more>>

He loved playing around and adding new things into this game, since he didn't know anyone that had this game, he always played alone. Not like that ever bothered him.
But everything changed one day after he finally got home after a tiresome day...

P.S: This is my first novel I have ever created, and published publicly. I'm not the greatest when it comes to story telling, but I want to improve that.
And to let everyone know, English is also not my first language.

I hope you will enjoy reading my novel :) <<less

(Haru) With his last words haru regretted not being selfish in his life, always living for the sake of living. When he opened his eyes he found himself in another world as a low spirit, with determination in his soul he starts a new life...... more>>

(???) A life could change at any moment, everything you have is at the mercy of fate and those with power could ignore your pleads, but remember, even the weakest spark of hope can create a miracle...

Note:I'm not a native speaker of english, so if you find some typos I'll work on that, thank you <<less

Stan, Dariüse, and Quiet are three friends reunited through the death of Stan's wife. This tragedy leads them on a journey around the world to not only discover themselves, but also how they fit into the world around them.... more>>

Stan wants revenge against the powers that be, but who exactly is responsible? Dariüse is here to support his friend through these trying times, but how far is he willing to go for friendship? Quiet is forced out of hiding and on this journey with Stan, but how long can he run before his own demons catch up with him?

In a world with corrupt governments, deadly games, gangs, and hunters trying to kill Stan around every corner, Will Stan get the justice he feels he deserves?
This is a novelization of a comic book by the same name coming soon.
(Sorry for the way it's written this will eventually be a comic book. This is just the script version that I am slowly turning into a novel.) <<less

A world of swords and magic, where the strong survive and the weak... revive. A world in which one's strength is determined not by birth, but by skill, creativity, gear, luck, skills, and your class. A world where your imagination is the limit, unless the sadistic system decides to say "haha nope" for no reason. ... more>>

There're more hidden mechanics and aspects of this world than anyone can imagine, each with the power to overthrow any semblance of balance in nature or in society. What happens when such a thing lands in the hands of a weak, depressed, and lost teen, who is almost entirely uninterested in this world?

And when the Demon Lord wants to have fun at the expense of the human race, what better way than to get them to kill one another and, in doing so, turn them into demon-like beings? Perhaps make them fall into a sense of complacency before shattering their hopes, dreams, and peaceful lives with such a death game?

"I only started playing because it was my brother's last wish, why did I have to get trapped in a years-old VRMMO after the 2.0 update?"

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Updates will be slow and sporadic (you can see when each of the chapters was released so far, it'll be like that in the future too lol), due to long-term health issues. I write as a means to pass the time when I'm up for it, so if I'm feeling bad, I might not even get a single word into my drafts for a month or two, but I'm not dropping this or my other main project, ever.
On a different note, I have plans for 6 books of this story, so... we're in for a long one here. <<less

Boring.
If a word had to describe my entire life, that would be pretty much it.
Since I'm a genius who lives in a forgotten... more>> village that has been almost erased from existence.
Although, something happened.
It seems that my luck is going to change.
Because the god served by my race asked me to do something for him, he asked me to "Conquer the world."
Fine, there's nothing I want to do anyways... <<less

Tibs survived by picking pockets; until he’s caught.... more>>

Instead of losing a hand, he’s sent away and told he must now survive a dungeon.

How is a kid who knew nothing more than his street supposed to survive a dungeon that changes each time he goes in it?

Being sent into an ever-growing dungeon becomes his life, facing ever-changing threats to him and the people he tries so hard not to become attached to. He’d like to run away, but where the dungeon means he might die, the guards have made it clear trying to run will ensure he does.

But his street taught Tibs to get back up after he’s beaten down. So he isn’t going to just give up. And maybe, just maybe, if he’s tough enough to take a chance on people, and on a deal for power he’s advised against taking, Tibs can not only survive, but beat those who seem to stack the odds against him. <<less

Join Rune as He tries to figure out how to survive the imminent doom of the planet. Armed with a random visions of his death... more>> and nothing but his wits how will he prepare for the incoming Apocalypse? <<less

Stranded on a planet reminiscent of Iron Age Earth, a hardened military veteran is reborn amidst the wreckage of a crashed spaceship. As he grapples... more>> with the harsh realities of this unforgiving world, he draws upon his past military experiences to navigate treacherous landscapes and fend off savage adversaries. But amidst the brutality and despair, he discovers unexpected allies and hidden dangers that threaten to consume him. With every decision weighed against the backdrop of death and betrayal, he must confront the darkness within himself and choose whether to succumb to the savagery of his surroundings or rise above it to reclaim his humanity. <<less

My name is Aradain. I was raised by a Hunter living in the wilderness near the northernmost town on the Isles of Origin. My whole... more>> life changed one day when I learned about where I came from, and even further the next day when I stumbled upon a mystery of the Isle. Now my goal is to set out to learn about my origins, and conquer the Seas! <<less

Mature content warning: Story contains depictions of violence, gore, and severe psychological illness... more>>

Silas, a young elven soldier, is sent to kill the country’s royal family, who is trying to eradicate the elves from the continent. Unfortunately for Silas, the crown prince is a young child, and Silas is unable to bury his humanity to kill the young boy. Instead, Silas helps the young prince escape, which sets off a chain of events that forever changes both of their lives and intertwines their fates together.

Ten years later, Silas is a hardened soldier and spy, who has buried the events that happened that fateful day. Yet the crown prince, Clarence, has never forgotten Silas's role in his life. This leads the pair into a spiral of hate, war, and revenge as they try to piece together the Yursear Kingdom.

1v1, (slow) slow-burn romance focusing on plot, hate to love, protagonist shou.

Your Majesty, the King © Cat Masseuse and Hunny Bee. All rights reserved. Any reposting, sale, translation, etc. without permission is prohibited. Please contact the authors with questions. Cover art by Cat Masseuse. <<less

-intention-
This is to be a story about a transmigration from the current modern world to a cross dimension and surviving and growing in a fantasy place. Could you change your environment? One of the Main Characters are propelled by their heart to a dungeon core, and is forced to make a choice. To help or not to help that is the question. Now where should they make a new home? The MC's goal is to change monsters from fearful creatures into a new type of people. A new nitche in society could spring forth from the core and monsters. But is it possible to co-exist with humans so long... more>> as you remain humane? Will it be possible to make a home and workers from monsters? Time will tell what kind of Core Sakura is. And how will these monsters do around the people of this fantasy world. Assets to everyone or a walking hazard, time will tell.
Elements of dungeons, elf's, magic, and much much more as we follow John the Migrant, and Sakura the Dungeon core in their adventures or miss adventures as they try their hand in the world.

Reader discretion is advised. Rated (MA-Only)
*Story may have strong language or adult content. Not every chapter needs a warning but the story in whole may have aspects that are not suitable for all audiences. In any given chapter something may happen that requires a warning. So I post it here. Dungeon core Sakura is assumed to be over 40 years of age, and monsters are undetermined. Age and maturity may differ but all characters are assumed over 18.
May contain graphic depictions (in words) of gore, blood, nudity, animal abuse or death, tree abuse or death, drugs, sexual content or suggestions, dwarf or elf or beast kin or monster or other sexual content or nudity, enslavement, alien growths or tentacle like content, injuries, death, psychological issues, trauma, harassment, verbal abuse, slime love or strange creature love, or anything else that is NOT suited for all ages or people. Every warning I could give then assume it has been given here. Don't get triggered as warning has been provided.
Not entirely a vulgar story as a base, but may have such content in course of telling a story or depicting characters. All bad behavior and actions are condoned and nothing harmful should ever be done to a person. Meaning all bad behavior depicted in the story is discouraged. Please be kind to one another.
Do as a famous anime says " LOVE AND PEACE!!!" Thank you. <<less

Once the terrifying God of Death, Charax has retired and just wants to spend his final decades in peace as he fades away. His idyllic existence gets disrupted, however, when his ex leaves a Chosen One on his doorstep. Now with a child to raise, Charax has found his world turned upside down, and it's all he can do to find a moment's peace.... more>>

All rights reserved. This work is not authorized to be used in AI, LLM, or other similar software, programs, etc. (including but not limited to Chat GPT, Google Bard, Apple's undisclosed AI language model, and any future corporate entities producing such AI), for training datasets, prompts, inputs, or in any other capacity used in such programs. <<less

Have you ever felt betrayed, hurt, used, humiliated? Have you ever been kind and caring to people who were never worth it? Have you ever questioned the meaning of your existence in this world?... more>>

If we knew what life had in store for us, we would probably refuse to be born. And that's why life is wise to deceive us.

And today, humanity is facing threats that could lead to its downfall. One thing is for sure, Pandora's box has been opened, hoping that it will not be the twilight of humanity. <<less

Originally turned by the greater demonoid Valak to become a lesser demonoid, the woman that will later be known as Seir was reborn into a feral greater demonoid instead. The berserking new greater demonoid then turned against her creator and killed it, before slaughtering the rest of the lesser demons in the area, but leaving the humans alive.... more>>

In a turn of event, someone managed to subdue the newly born greater demonoid and even suppressed her demonoid cell, reverting the woman back to her human form. Introducing himself as the fabled 'Kamen Rider', the only person rumoured to be able to square up against a greater demonoid, the man explained to the woman that his assistant has crafted a belt that is both capable of suppressing and harnessing the power of the demonoid sleeping within her body.

The man promised to show the rope so that the woman could use her newly found power properly. In the process, the woman learned that the man was in fact, an otherworlder who came to this world for a specific task. After learning that the greater demonoids named themselves with the series of names that bear uncanny resemblance to the names mentioned in an old tale from his home world, the man named the woman 'Seir', citing that the Seir from the old tale was depicted as a beautiful horse rider; fitting as she'll become the rumoured 'kamen rider', replacing him as his main task in this world has now come to an end.

Thus begin the journey of Kamen Rider Seir to rid her world from the menace of the demonoids.

Author's Note:
Some scenes with gore and violence. R-18 contents in chapters with asterisk (*).
I write during weekend (if I don't have any other task at hand) and will post the chapter soon after I'm done. It might take a while, but I WILL update this.

Cover image was created by yours truly by using Adobe Photoshop and several pictures from internet.

Kamen Rider A-Cross, Assistant, Professor, Z-Hero, and D-Evil are OCs created by u/Shiyonichi from Reddit.
Kamen Rider Seir is an OC by yours truly.
Other Kamen Rider(s) mentioned in the story, or when A-Cross/Z-Hero/D-Evil use their power(s), belong to their respective owner. <<less

200 years in the future Earth is inhabited by aliens. After being colonized by the Regal Empire and gaining independence, Earth now has hybrids called... more>> astrals.
They have a range of abilities, from boring, useful, silly and reality-bending. Ace has the most common ability of them all: teleportation.
Ace tries his hardest, but his hardest is never enough, and is always worried he isn't as strong as everyone else, trying to prove he's a hero and a man.
One day he finds a magic watch. A watch that hates him.
His dreams of becoming a hero will finally come true. Sadly he is too focused on winning and never learns. <<less

The Cataclysm. ... more>>

The end of the world.

When one wakes up in a world destroyed with rot and overtaken by the undead, survival should be one's number 1 priority.

However survival is no longer an option.

As he awakens one day, Marcus finds that he is no longer alone in this world.

Ever.

[It is only through experiencing death and destruction... that you will truly know the meaning of suffering.]

[And the demented nature of humanity.]

[And what better place to experience such things... than in a world which has been ruined?]

This is the story of a man and a monster.

[Man and monster... are they not one and the same?]

This is the story of Number 7. <<less

Queen Sora Ueno has set her sights on expanding humanity’s place in the universe. Therefore, she's sending out scout ships to find habitable planets outside of the Sol system. HMS Odyssey is one such ship. What happens when they find more than they bargained for?... more>>

Sci-fi category for 2nd Tempest Contest.
Art from Wallpapermaiden.com <<less

Hot-tempered psychic Minami Tachibana eventually joins a psychic facility that 'provides services for problems large and small'. Performing good deeds and services with her psychic power, the girl must learn to control her powers as she gets involved in a case with a powerful psychic who wants to brainwash everyone and retcon their history of crimes. Many strange incidents and natural disasters need reformation in this paranormal world, and Minami and her friends from PsiCo try to transform the world and ease the hearts and minds of people who need their help, one client at a time. No one knows the darkness of one's heart more than Minami Tachibana, who has a secret that she... more>> doesn't want to tell anyone else--that she knows the coming of World War III and must prevent it from happening. But how can she do this and save her friends in the temporal timelines? She wants to create a Singularity where everyone is safe and happy, though there is a villain lurking in the shadows who is retconning the past and distorting memories around her.

Book Cover Art Illustration by hazelnutbrew
Character is Minami Tachibana the Protagonist <<less

“Beyond the armor and the scars, a hero has a heart ablaze with a passion to protect. A hero throws himself into danger for the sake of others.”... more>>

Khiron had lived his entire life dreaming of being the hero of his kingdom. To be the knight given the honor of rescuing all of Celestia from the horrific threat of the monstrous Eclipse. Having trained tirelessly with his great friend and fellow knight and confidant, Juna, the day of realizing his dreams has arrived. As victor of the Celestia Hero's Tournament, he is dubbed the chosen knight. His new life as the hero has dawned at long last.

Yet there's a secret task given to the hero which is kept heavily under wraps.

Khiron arrives at his initiation only to be shocked with the revelation that the chosen knight must gain his powers by kissing 7 maidens of the heavens. To make the situation even more unbelievable, Juna is in that number!

How will our chivalrous knight fare as the kingdom’s hope?

Now featuring artwork by @AnankeKeirin within! <<less

Following the demise of a great empire, the New World experienced temporary peace, but the cycle of fear and death continued until fate decided to... more>> intervene, and it became the very solution that will forever change the future of this world. This is the story of a group of characters as they embark on a journey through a world of fantasy and uncertainty. (Gate/NHS Crossover Story) <<less