A merchant named Dale stumbles across a strange item through a forest one day. Puzzled by its appearance and peculiarity he is unaware of its true nature.
Though that very nature will result in many of the powers that be, to seek any way to obtain it, whether out of greed, intrigue, or hatred. This story is a tale of his ordeals in keeping his life from the transgressions his discovery has wrought.... more>>

(As a relatively new writer, any criticism and advice are appreciated. I'll be updating this every so often though it won't be often as it is not one of my main novels. That is all.) <<less

A young man lost his life, a new life was conjured into existence. Two worlds that shouldn't exist met each other, and a man belonging... more>> to neither of them was in the middle of it.
Follow the adventures of Fabian as he is thrust into a marvelous and equally dangerous world, but not without rewards. <<less

Lily, a rabbit with fading dreams of musical fame, is not having a good run of things. What gigs they could get, normally local bars and opening for bands slightly more known than their own, just weren't coming in. Her boyfriend and bandmate, Kisa, has been disappearing and Lily is concerned he's cheating. Well...cheating again.... more>>

No gigs meant no money and bills were coming due. Unfortunately, the job hunt has brought as many offers as her band has had shows in that same time. That amount being exactly none.

After trying for two weeks, Lily was at the end of her rope but change came on the edge of a door. <<less

Official Title: The Criswell's Curse... more>>

Ophelia lived. Then she died.
Like clockwork, her death was predetermined by the flames of fate, emerging in the darkness of her 18th birthday. Yet, time rewinded. Again. And again. After 9 lives of being abused, neglected, married off to monsters instead of men, she had enough.
A saint, some called her. A vixen, others murmured. No one in the high nobility knew who this girl truly was, yet none seemed to not yearn for more, to look away from her bewitching grace. And as chess pieces gather, from the most eligible bachelors in the kingdom to women with peculiar tastes; Ophelia observes the pawns slowly moving, their actions causing bloodshed everywhere they touch. And she loves it.
Has her soul become evil, or has she merely gone insane?

Sneak Peak:
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“You are both revoked from your duties as my handmaids and hereby expelled from the Wharton’s estate.”
“Thank you, milady!”
“But since you damaged the dresses, you are to repay their full price within three years. If you refuse or fail to obey this command, you’ll have two fingers removed. Pack your things and go.”
“But that’s impossible! You know we can’t pay that amount! You are dooming us to fail, Ophelia!”
The Duke was standing at the corner of the room, looking at them as if they were nothing but mere ants, ready to be squashed at a moment’s notice; however, reality only sunk when they saw the wide grin on my lips.
“I don’t recall giving you permission to address me so casually.” My figure leaned forward, approaching their desperate expressions with satisfaction tingling beneath my skin. “You’ve raised me since I was but an infant, however, my mercy won’t be tested any further.”
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Please read the Author’s Note before digging into the story, it is very short.
Thank you!

New chapters every Wednesday & Saturday!
Reader discretion is advised. <<less

Corrupted. Monsters born from nightmares and the extremes of the human psyche, bearing anomalous properties and powers beyond imagination. Despairs manifest and weave creatures from the void, straight from the hearts and minds of the collective. From those created by anguish and trauma becoming hellbent on bloodshed, to the fluffiest stuffed teddy bears that will fight tooth and nail to protect its owners.... more>>

One thing is abundantly clear. The Corrupted are as useful as they are dangerous. Cute as they are deadly. Happy as they are sad.

The Corrupted Codex seeks to store it all in one unified place to better understand these creatures. Whether they're kept in deep underground facilities called the Sites, out in the wild, living amongst the populace, or Archived into books matters not as long as they are recorded within the ultimate monster encyclopedia.

Will you come try your hand to find a Corrupted you like?

You do have Clearance Level 1 access, don't you?

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All Corrupted known and seen throughout ALL connected stories will be stored here. Additional information regarding terminology, partnered Ateliers and forces such as the Anomaly Recovery Unit will also be included in the Codex.

Shares the same universe as Nexus Awakened, Facility Awakened and Monster Awakened.

Join the Discord Server here! https://discord.gg/CkJkKEQrVy <<less

A story of teenagers discovering magical secrets, gaining extraordinary powers to save the world, and building valuable bonds in the process.... more>>

Flow and Natasha are two troubled teens who can't seem to find their place in the world. After being attacked by a supernatural creature, they find themselves among the ranks of the Enchanters, heroes wielding magical charms to help others. In their quest to protect the city they must face the villainous warlocks, and their enigmatic leader, the Sorcerer.

This is an original series, heavily inspired by Miraculous Ladybug, Toby Fox’s videogames, Warehouse 13, Neverwhere, and many other media.
The main focus of the story is teenagers becoming heroes and fighting magical threats in a fictional city, but heavy topics and real-life issues are also addressed, like trauma, abuse, bullying, social injustice, anxiety and other mental health issues, and death.
Fantasy elements may border on horror and the fight scenes might be upsetting in some cases.
The author and most of the cast are LGBTQ+. Bigots and “I’m not a bigot, but…” people aren’t welcome here.
English is not my first language, but I welcome any constructive criticism.
I hope we’ll have a fun adventure together. <<less

While enjoying a relaxing bubble bath, Emily is transported to another world. In the magical land of Thessolan, she will make new friends and enemies, and will encounter many challenges, not least among them the surprising difficulty of finding something to wear.... more>>

Note: The first four chapters are quite long, about 10k words each. From Chapter 5, I've started splitting the story into smaller chunks of around 3k words each. <<less

All sixteen-year-old Alicia Crimsonmane wants is to become a mage, to follow in her mother's footsteps, and to be acknowledged once again by her esteemed wizarding kin.... more>>

So, Fate grants her wish. She is now The Child of Miracles, the wielder of the strongest essence in the world of thaumaturgy...

With the consequences her head is the most wanted bounty in the entire realm, and a burden to gather anomalies like herself to save the conflict-ridden magic world from impending doom.

But will she remain unwavering in her conviction, even if it means seeing her innocence clash with the harsh realities she is bound to encounter? Or discovering that her world stores ̶f̶u̶c̶k̶e̶d̶ ̶u̶p̶ far more treacherous truths she never imagines?

Because magic is not just flowers and fireworks after all...

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What to expect in this story:
What to expect in this story:
1. A slow, classic progressive fantasy narrative that focuses not only on the characters but also on the intricacies of magic, spells, and the individuals who practice them.

2. No blue boxes.

3. The main character, while deeply passionate about magic and the mystic arts, struggles with her own inability to wield it. She possesses a vast knowledge of magic trivia and learns to control her anxiety over time in order to prevent her habitual impulsive actions.

4. MC is "Scottish" (inspired) so expect some of the dialects and the foreign terms as part of the world-building. But along the way, the dialect will be reduced along with MC travelling outside her hometown. The translations for these terms will be provided in a dedicated glossary in the first entry. Feel free to share your feedback regarding any terms that may have been overlooked.

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Title: Thaumaturgy
Author: RestuIbu
Art cover: Bajigurr (X)
Tag: Action, Fantasy, Magic, R18 <<less

With Artemis and the forest now at their backs, Rapture and The Princess he guards lick their wounds and take in the country's dire news.... more>>

The capital has fallen to Usurpers, and any who could have stopped it are now at war in the north. The Prince's bride has fled with her son, and amidst all this dire news, Rapture realises his own days may well be numbered.

Up on the northern shores, the invasion of the Nidhogg Fleet finally arrives.
The Prince goes to meet them, guarding the beaches with his army.
Among them stands Rusalka, Lady of Venus, as well as her husband Alexander and the Lords whom they have gathered.
The Lady and her people were once the guardians of this sea border, and now the price of their failures must be paid with blood and blade.

Yet all of this conflict by itself is only prologue.
The nations of the world stand on a knife edge, each one keeping an eye to check another.
Such a skirmish stirs up the waters of a global conflict.
Olympus and their Dukes seek to strike at Vesta, in Muspelheim's west.
Abel and their Saints make a move against Olympus.
The Immortals of Svartalfheim march southways into Abel.
And the Knights of New SIlbur march upon both Svartalfheim and Alfteim at the whims of their God and Emperor.
The likes of such wars are numerous in Ymir's memory, and though the tomes of old state they are brief, they are always deadly.

So much conflict stirs the seals of the slumbering Gods.
Three of them yet lay in their prisons.
Perhaps, when the last drop of blood is shed, all of them may be set free... <<less

Jason is a cape chaser: someone who runs after superheroes are done fighting and collects their detritus to sell as memorabilia. But one day, he comes across maybe the most notorious villains operating outside of Central City, about to be slain by a member of the Central City Heroics and Investigative squad. On impulse, he steps in to save the villain's life; and is taken under the villain's wing in response. And furthermore: because of his 'clever disguise', the villain (and increasingly more people around him) believe he's a young woman! What happens when one of the most dangerous men operating takes interest in you? And so does the woman trying to kill him?
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A young man from Earth is living his life as best as he could, though it seems boring. Despite his efforts, no rewards awaited him. Fed up with everything, he often found himself wasting time. His routine was monotonous: wake up, go to school, come back home, and indulge in whatever entertainment the internet offered until late into the night. After a few hours of sleep, the cycle would repeat.... more>>

This pattern continued until a fateful encounter. During his second year of college, on his way home, he came across an injured kitty on the roadside. He tried to assist, but it appeared to be too late for the little creature. Or so he believed.

In an unexpected twist, before he could act further, he was kidnapped. The abductor? A house. The kitty wasn't spared either, and both of them disappeared into the structure, never to be seen on Earth again.

Suddenly, the young man found himself in the ancient House of Magus. This wasn't a part of the material world; it seemed to exist either in the spiritual realm or somewhere in between.

Now, witness this young man's adventures as he encounters the beings that inhabit this house and its surroundings. As he tries to settle into his role as the housekeeper, he must also manage the myriad challenges thrown his way.

"Wait, what do you mean the kitty was the primary target? Am I just collateral damage?"

A journey filled with amusement, self-discovery, and a fair share of frustrations with his unconventional tenants begins.
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Mostly stress-free story about daily life of Mc living in fantasy house with non-human tenants. There will be some action once in a while but it is not the main theme.
This is basically opposite of my other novel which is way more grim. In this there won't be probably even bloodshed.

The story can be read also on RR. <<less

An archive of the events surrounding the before, during, and after of the Thread Tree incident of 1547.... more>>

You are part of the Detective department. You are looking into the Thread Tree incident of 1547. You can send memos to the archive department, the exorcist department, the monastic department, and to the research department. To send a memo, type a comment starting Memo to ? Department:, followed by your request. However keep in mind your superior vets your memos before passing them forward, so do not be surprised if the memo never arrives at its intended direction. <<less

Sometimes unexpected things happen to you in your life and most of the time it's not a big deal or thing to ponder upon but when something "life changing" happens, then that's a completely different thing and through these event and mistakes you change for the better or worse, from them you 'grow' and gain knowledge, experience and 'memory'.... more>>

But what if you where to suddenly wake up in white space and have no 'memory'?

[Hello guys, this is my first attempt at writing a novel, in this series/story I want to improve my writing skill and at the same time my English (which is not my first language) for that if any mistake is noticed, I would be thankful to be pointed at and correct it as fast as I can.
I hope you have a good time reading my novel (hopefully).

Thanks a lot! ,'Aj,' ]
{the cover doesn't belong to me} <<less

Jordan Johannesburg is just your average guy. Well he would be, if it weren't for the fact that he's perpetually haunted by something called a Stand. What's a Stand? Well they say Stands are a reflection of the shape of your soul given physical form. Like a persona, or a caricature of the User. Well Jordan's soul just so happens to take the shape of a demonic doll ghost that can do blood magic, of all things. Combined with these powers, JoJo and RoseGold go on a journey of self reflection that takes the shape of your typical Shonen. But this time with girls love and transfemme elements. This story explores the psychological aspects of... more>> being haunted, being super mentally ill, and being a bit of a manipulative girly. All accompanied with mysteries, lies, and several high octane fight scenes. Ora Ora~!

This story is loosely a fanfiction set in the universe of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure by the mangaka Hirohiko Araki. I do not intend to make this fiction to say that I can write jojo's better than he can. I cannot! I'm just writing this because I wanted to mess around with the concept of stands and stuff with a backdrop of my own complexes and issues. So there's gonna be LOTS ofinconsistencies between this and the source material, namely with the fact that the main character is a trans girl egg that will crack part of the way through the story, and that there's a magic system. You don't need to know JJBA before reading this, but it certainly does help.

Cover art made by the lovely hluna69420lol on Instagram! <<less

Taking place roughly 40 years after the story of Viena, The Legendary Black Mage, the reader enters the life of a 20-years old love child with "useless" power trying to survive in the tough world of Ersia, and if possible - find the one who raped his mother.... more>>

Little did he know that he would strive for the path of significance.

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This story is not for those who love instant power-ups, easy trashing, simple good vs bad, or overpower thingy. It's made to be a long ride as my escape from my daily life.

I hope - and will try, to not waste your time with this, but feel free to drop it if you don't find it interesting. <<less

In a world teetering on the brink of chaos and technological revolution, Valnor finds himself caught in a web of intrigue and betrayal. Raised in the shadow of the Tarkhan Yazanae, he is the outsider who has risen to become his father's most trusted ally. But when the Tarkhan is murdered, he is framed for the crime, and is forced to flee the palace he has called home.... more>>

As Valnor ventures into the dangerous and unknown lands beyond, he must unravel the conspiracy that threatens not only his own life but the fate of the entire realm. With his blood brother by his side, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth and clear Valnor's name.
From the depths of the Sea of Seclusion to the heights of Mount Zolaris, they will confront ancient mysteries, treacherous enemies, and unexpected allies. In a world filled with wonder, danger, and deception, Valnor must learn to trust his instincts and rely on his wits if he hopes to survive and restore justice.

Will he be able to navigate the treacherous waters of politics and deception, or will he become just another casualty in a deadly game of power? <<less

A "different world" story following Amity and her friends as they make their way across a new world filled with magical entities and people, hostile... more>> and friendly, trying to get home. <<less

This is a story of a new beginning and a new adventure. Join Elysian on his quest, where his humorous antics and utter shamelessness propel him towards reshaping his past and crafting a new destiny.... more>>

From a baron's son to a slave in a foreign land, he rose to prominence to become a merchant and a master. Even though he now had the power to reclaim what was lost, all was gone. Even his revenge was taken from him. Now, he had everything but also nothing.

Fate had truly been cruel to him. But blaming her for his misfortune was a waste of time. She’s neither right nor fair—she’s blind. She could not see whose thread she was weaving. However, there was also a mystery to her. As she cuts a thread of life, she sometimes attaches it to a past long lost but not forgotten.

(Schedule: Saturday and Tuesday (UTC+8))
* I'll be releasing extra chapters on other days as well. <<less

This is a fanfic about a young boy that died due to power struggles between the rich and got reincarnated in Honkai Impact 3rd's Previous Era.... more>>

He has an unsual ability... How far will he go in this life?

Credits to Hoyoverse! And the artist who made the cover! <<less

Kawashima Shinzo is a peculiar man. He picks up one skill, masters it, perfects it, then discards it in favor of learning another skill. He has never looked back at his achievements, and is always moving forward.... more>>

Despite his cold and detached demeanor, lies beneath a very unconventionally compassionate side. In this world where fictions of begone era can come to life on a summoner's will, he has dedicated his mission to one fiction - Aladdin's Lamp.

He wants that omnipotent wish-granting device for a single wish—to cure the comatose girl named Aoi. She is the daughter of a woman he loves, Akane, but for him life is a tragedy. Akane is already married to someone she loves. That'll not stop him from wasting his life on her child, Aoi, who means nothing to him but simultaneously everything. <<less

A new continent is discovered, the empress wishes to add it to the roster of land and peoples she had taken. Is our protagonist up to the task? But something is strange, her mind is different from the other minds that the empress has produced. Could this be the work of the god that the empress herself angered? No, well, it might be...... more>>

There will be NSFW content in this series, as well as insect girls, if you aren't a lover of insect girls like I, then don't read. <<less

Vampire Sylvie Miakoda thought when she moved away from Petersburg and to the neighboring town of Colonial Heights, that she could put the events surrounding Phantasmagoria behind her. Then odd things begin to appear through her visions during the Halloween season that question the uneasy peace. Aided by Casey Rivers, the two discover feelings for each other as they delve into the horrors that plague the tiny town and threaten to once more break the veil.... more>>

Welcome to part 2 of the "Vampire Vixen" series! Sylvie's story takes place in the same world and after the events of "Vivienne". Sylvie's story is unique and can be read without having read "Vivienne", but it is helpful to have done so. <<less

Synopsis
The world is plunged into darkness and the abyss is running rampant across the planets and planes, supernatural awakening has become the norm for those of the new world.... more>>

What caused this? Why is the giant moon in the sky sometimes bright and other times filled with cracks that seemed to hide a gigantic evil?

This story encompasses a universe filled with diverse creatures and powerful beings that all have one thing in common- trying their best to resist the abyss.

The protagonist will slowly explore this universe and the mysteries in it. <<less

Matt's life changed when he unexpectedly gained a system that allowed him to level up and complete quests in real life, believing it to be the ultimate gift.... more>>

But little did he know, everyone in the world would soon unlock their own systems, turning the world into a chaotic, power-hungry playground.

With enemies around every corner, Matt had to use his new abilities to fight for survival and discover the truth behind the worldwide system.

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[Disclaimer]
Obviously, all locations, names, people, and everything is fictional. The story is roughly based in an alternate reality. <<less

Book Two in the Let Chaos Reign storm series ~
Unruly hair aside, the sneaking out and turbulent ride over here seemed overall smoother than usual. Which, in my experience, usually means there is still something that is inevitable to go wrong. If it hasn't already, then it will. Guaranteed. Every. Damn. Time.... more>>

I start to pace, my mind going back through tonight's events, wondering if I might have missed something. Maybe he forgot… I don't know why I think that every time.

This cave is one of the very scarce constants in this landscape of dancing destruction. The Scar is always persistently changing, yet not, the tornados wreaking havoc in their predictably twisting and reckless ways.

The Scar remains a weird kind of maze of canyons and ravines that have been continuously carved by endless parades of swirling pillars of dust, dirt, debris, and anything else that gets caught up in it. Tornadoes dictate the landscape for miles on all sides, some taking the same paths over and over, enough so that mapping them has been a tedious, yet not impossible, task for nearly a full decade now. For the research cartographers and various elders of specific areas of expertise... Not me, specifically.

I'm just a TumbleTech.

The Tumbler is a magnificent little creation that essentially acts as storm debris at the very least, personalized rocket at most, depending on the size of the fuel tank and the kick behind the thrusters on a 360° rotation. Also, it can tow a two-ton wreckage comb like it’s nothing–those handy debris-collecting honey-comb-looking cages the Rovers use to scavenge for treasures of an ancient world. <<less