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In the shadow of the Umbras curse, humanity teeters on the brink of uncertainty. The Fire draws closer, casting its ominous shadow over the world. Indra and Umbran energies, three emerge as beacons of resilience. The Risen embodies hope and enlightenment; The Fallen seek hidden truths. In contrast, the Umbral, shrouded in secrecy, prepares for doom. Bound by blood’s resonance with primal forces, humanity braces for trials.

Caelain, a young man determined to unravel the mysteries surrounding his heritage, set off on a journey to the renowned capital city. His goal: to participate in the annual blood exams that would grant him a blood blessing.

Along the way, Caelain discovered from his brother: the existence of a strange box bequeathed to him by his late father. This box, sealed with an enigmatic magic, held secrets that intrigued and puzzled Caelain.

Driven by curiosity and a newfound sense of purpose, Caelain embarked on his quest not only to partake in the blood exams but also to uncover the hidden desires his father had entrusted to him.

As Caelain delved deeper into his family's history, he unearthed startling revelations that challenged his understanding of his own bloodline.

Now faced with a pivotal decision, will Caelain seize this opportunity to uncover the truth his father left behind, or will he succumb to the weight of destiny, forever bound by the ties of fate? <<less

Pangea: The World Beyond is a spellbinding odyssey that transcends the boundaries of time and space. Set against the backdrop of ancient civilizations and futuristic landscapes, this captivating novel follows the journey of Ryan Hawkins, a teenager thrust into a world where the echoes of history collide with the whispers of tomorrow.... more>>

Haunted by anxiety and a longing for independence, Ryan's life takes a surreal turn when he finds himself transported to the Americas of 982 AD. Confronted by unfamiliar customs, languages, and dangers, Ryan must navigate the challenges of establishing a kingdom while concealing his advanced knowledge and grappling with the consequences of altering history. <<less

Entangled within a strange play, the strings above threaten to maneuver you toward your demise.... more>>

A choice remains; surrender to their machinations, or weave those very strings to your will.

What choice will you make?

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Also on RR. <<less

In a world where once every hundred years a girl was born with the name "Danae" was destined to sleep for a hundred years, wake up as a mother, and eventually have her happy ending. But what if that happy ending, no that story entirely caused the suffering of one endless bloodline of women, This story follows the tales of two women fated with the same curse, both inertwined, As Mirelle "Danae" of Eden and as Danae "Caecria" of Eden, both Mother and Daughter. ... more>>

|| Mirelle "Danae" of Eden

Mirelle was never meant to be born the way she was. Her mere existance had been the result of a curse, one that now, after anything she ever loved had been blown to dust by the gods. She was a Sleeping Beauty, the daughter of a pair of peasants, at least that's what she had been told all her life. But now that she knew the truth she vowed to never continue such a life, to kill her first child because she knew it would be a child born out of a horrible act, and that said child would also be a Sleeping Beauty. After 90 years of wandering the desolate land she called her home she met a boy who could see her ghostly form, and on her 116th birthday the two confessed their love, and Danae, no Mirelle was freed until a night many years later when the curse dragged her back into the role she was meant to fulfill.

|| Danae "Aecria" of Eden

Danae, the tenth child of the noblest bloodline in the Holy Kingdom of Eden, That would be true if she weren't a bastard child. She wanted to be loved by all. Danae noticed that her family distanced themselves from her, even her youngest sister never came to play with her after her eighth birthday. The one person who stood by her side no matter what, her Knight, and from then on the Knight was beloved by the Princess who saw no other future for herself, clung to her beloved knight till the very end. Maybe even in her next life she'd love him all over again. If only she wasn't born a Sleeping Beauty. <<less

Akron is a world of subterfuge and intrigue. One where might makes right is a rule etched into the very genes of its inhabitants. One where humanity was corrupted by a miasma that spread, suddenly, from the west. One where the world is evolving faster than thought, and the people as well. Follow the tales of men and women who pave their paths in fog and blood. An apex predator is always being decided. Only in this world the decisive factor is the number of heads they can pry from the shoulders of their enemies. ... more>>

Hasamier the black, Atrinima the dauntless, Yullian the little, and Oprentius the calm. All who have laid claim to their plot in history. All who have had no love. All whose legends are recorded in this compendium.

Read at your own risk, what you will find is not for the faint of heart. <<less

Eunora Dawn is just a child. She was born a noble in the kingdom of Maeve, with 5 siblings and a shy personality. At a glance, her life was meant to be rosy.... more>>

But, when Eunora unlocks the [System] on her 8th birthday, she gains more than she expected. Memories of her past life as a strong-willed and fulfilled woman flood her mind and all but overwrite her personality. Filled with existential dread and grief over losing her past loved ones, Eunora goes from an innocent child filled with hope for her family to someone who is just trying to keep herself afloat in a strange world that almost seems too awful to be true.

With her sudden change in personality, as two individuals become one within Eunora, she has to find something she cares about. Anything. As long as it gets her out of bed.

Eunora loved her life in the Before -and she’s not looking forward to growing up again. All Maeve has shown her is neglect and longing, and after living a life of privilege she’ll need to adjust.
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PSA: it's not a joke when it says her biggest struggle is getting out of bed! As with anything, the stakes eventually raise, but it's a slow-ish build up! <<less

A young man who loves playing pokemon is transferred to the world of pokemon. The world full of many wonders and tragedies, mysteries where the... more>> questions have yet to be asked. Typhon is filled with the desire to explore and battle, but will get wrapped in many events some that he recognized and others that bring quite a shock. <<less

Kestevere Avalon is a ten-year-old boy who has just awakened to what the people of the world call "The System". This system was devised by... more>> the gods in order for everyone to have an equal chance at life, living, and greatness. What young Kestevere doesn't know is that his life is going to be changing significantly, and he will be facing many challenges. Learning what he must as a warrior, a son, and eventually as a man, he will traverse this world and, one day, become known as the Hero General. <<less

We take long difficult philosophical texts and shrink them into short digestible chapters

In 5th century BC Athens, a group of individuals who, in one way or another, suffer from societal oppression find themselves embroiled amidst the war... more>> against Persia. Simultaneously, a mysterious spirit grants them what every mortal has desired at least once in their lives: immortality.
Zenodulos, a young slave yearning for freedom, is the protagonist of our story. Through his eyes, he will witness the world passing through more years than any mortal has ever lived. His destiny forever intertwined with that of his former master, Demosthenes. <<less

"The Dance, or should I call it a war between species to species, a war between other universes, a curse or was it God's doing? I seek revenge while you seek peace... it was far too late, because I am the one who started all..."... more>>

The Dance Vol. 1 by Onyankopon_ <<less

Just a little twisted diary of mine

There are three expected major themes to this work:
1) Protagonist reforms his body so that he's not out of shape or constantly in pain.
2) Reforming his giant physical mess of an environment into a functional heroic manufacturing setup.
3) His ongoing unpleasant mental experiences.... more>>

In other words, it's a grind.

Like any good story, there is plenty of room for progression.
He starts out with a bunch of psychological issues and a good few physical ones. Additionally, he has the means to live modestly but still to spend his hours in pursuit of the plot.
Unlike most good stories, ... well, a lot of things. But importantly, there is NO GUARANTEE of success. If he is unsuccessful, this project will be dropped. There is no room for fantastical plot armor in this story; His final saga could very well end in demoralized failure.

The "Game Elements" tag is for the personal status sheet, which is a fairly arbitrary documentation of his performance at various sets of exercises, and other discernible attributes.

The story uses a first person narrative.

The Gore / Sexual Content / Etc tags are there because the contents might discuss such things. Definitely not the focus of the story. MC usually doesn't use "Strong Language", at least at the beginning. But he might develop into such a character.
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I hope that someone out there wants to follow along! <<less

Life can be harsh and unfair, especially for an unborn child. Sadly, in this case, the child's mother was banished from the village by the father and left to survive alone in the wilderness, illuminated only by the dim purple light of the shattered moon moon. Unfortunately, the mother faces numerous dangers such as sickness, starvation, and the threat of wild creatures. However, the child is unique. The child is an ABRAXAS, born from the Moon's blood. The child is destined to become the ultimate tribulation for the Myriads across realms and forgotten worlds. His rise will bring forth a wind of glory and upheaval, causing kingdoms to fall, bloodlines to be broken, empires to... more>> rise, and worlds to collide.

-Behold my edgy cringe <<less

Vivian was respectively switched at birth which made her into a wealthy family's daughter. Although she was fake, the parents still continued to love her and spoiled her even if the real daughter had returned, unfortunately it did not last very long when the Real Daughter Marie successfully turned the tables.... more>>

The fall Vivian received was large, contributing to a factor changing within her personality. The sweet, naive and white Lutos like lass transformed into someone who those who once were with her, could not describe. The mirror that once held her original form was shattered by the despair brought by her doom. The tapes could not stick them back together, it could only be new. <<less

Waking up in a strange place in a strange body, Leon had being reincarnated in another world. After realising the potential benefits going to new... more>> world could give him, he became determined to achieve his goal using any means necessary. No love bullshit or playing any games. He would gratefully receive this second chance and use it to its fullest. <<less

Not too far east, not too far west: there lays a country that’s known for its majestic cuisine. From pickles to desserts, the cooks of... more>> the Royal Kitchen do their bests to live up to this reputation.
Musab, who is a young servant boy, wishes to find a way into the Royal Kitchen. He has nothing to offer except for his genuine passion for cooking. One day, he gets mistaken for a kitchen servant and gets shoved into the Kitchen Quarters. This way, his wish got granted! But now he has to find a way to stay away from being executed, since it's forbidden for strangers to enter... <<less

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With a focus on world building and character development, follow 12-year-old Ciel as he learns about his unexplored powers and the prejudices that come with... more>> his position in society. <<less

Our protagonist Lexis died in an accident while he's going to work. "Wake up! You'll going to be late from school!" confused Lexis rushed down from his room and realised that he time traveled back to 2006.... more>>

Will our protagonist be able to change and full his dreams to this given 2nd chance? <<less

In a remote castle, young Alexander grows up immersed in learning and training, oblivious to a well-guarded family secret. His life within the castle walls... more>> is marked by privilege and mystery. But beneath the royal family's regal façade, there lies a hidden truth, a secret with the power to alter the course of the world. As Alexander matures, the weight of this hidden knowledge becomes more palpable, leading him on a journey that will challenge his very understanding of his family's legacy and his place in the world. The secret, deeply woven into his very existence, beckons him to uncover a truth that could turn everything upside down. <<less

Agony, Ruine, Torment, Antitheus, Satsujin, Moonless, Hersscher and Gesetz. These are the names of seven legendary weapons. They each offer extraordinary and fantastical powers to... more>> the wielders and are rumored to bring fortune and fame to those sufficiently lucky to find them. In this day and age, it is something that many strive to achieve. But there is an untold truth: Each of these weapons bears a curse, and it is only when one gets their hands on one of them that they become aware of their misfortune. <<less

In a broken kingdom full of crises and wars there is a boy who dreams of becoming king someday

After wandering through space and the void for eons, Agaroth finally finds a chance at reincarnation; In the world where he is reincarnated, every life... more>> form makes use of the system that helps them in everyday life and become stronger. Follow Agaroth's journey to the top of the world and beyond. <<less

Her third life began unlike her last two. From an ancient battle field to the magical interstellar, Ciel was finally going to live her life how she wanted to: freely exploring the new world. But she'll soon find that a brewing war between galaxies won't let her rest easy. ... more>>

He awoke to find himself one thousand years in the future, but the first thing on his mind wasn't the new technology around him. It was the woman he'd seen die in the battlefield just days before.

Her, the prince of the interstellar and he, their genius. What will happen when they cross paths?

A/N: The first three chapters are set in an ancient setting and then after that it's interstellar, so some patience is required. Does this novel have comedy? Yes. But that's not the main part. What went into the cauldron of whatever this novel is was angst, age progression, and hate for romance. I like to kill off my characters, but I also don't. So come check this out if you want redemption arcs, an MC who travels through death, and cool fighting robots controlled by people. We have friendship, but the romance is reserved for the side characters until further notice. <<less