Fast forward to slightly over two thousand years into the future, in present-day earth- We reached the end of September. That weekend, I was deciding between our warm clothes in the closet while Sylvia was placing wood into the fireplace. ... more>>

Sylvia and I huddled around our new home in Nebraska, where we were in our shoebox apartment. It overlooked the azure lake we fell in love with during one of our countable yet many apartment tours.

We were so fortunate to be selected by the wonderful, amazing and fair AI system. We were chosen among the tens of thousands of applicants. We had struck the jackpot as there were only five thousand vacancies in what was a 10:1 ratio of getting this very apartment.

Sylvia and I were ecstatic to finally start our small family from this point onwards. Our future was no longer uncertain with our names finally etched into a digital blockchain title deed. We were going to be parents. But that was all before The Winter We Lost.

The Winter We Lost is a story about mankind’s fight over AI and how we ended the war with a total ban on robots and artificial intelligence. <<less

Artemis wakes in a strange forest and meets an infuriating vampire. Stuck in Purgatory he must find a way out. Unfortunately for Artemis, greater things are at work... Artemis falls into Hell and is at the mercy of the master of the pit, a merciless demon who delights in breaking people.... more>>

As usual, Heaven is really bad at orchestrating the universe. An angel loses Artemis' paperwork and all hell breaks loose. Literally.

Meanwhile, in Hell a war is brewing, millennia long plans coming to fruition; the end of the world creeping ever closer...

His friends and family think he is dead, with no body, they assume he was vaporized in the blast when a portal was opened to banish the souls of the Berserker warriors from the living world.

Or: Artemis is stuck in Purgatory, makes a friend, falls into Hell gets tortured/Stockholm syndrome and generally loses his shit. Dr Argon is going to have a field day with this one. <<less

Disgraced and disillusioned, a young girl finds herself at a crossroads. Should she avenge the past or build towards the future? And what is she... more>> willing to give up along the way? Friends and foe each present their thoughts. Seems like everyone has an opinion these days. <<less

This is the initial arc of the "Siege of Valhalla." In this first section we get to know a bit of the world and important... more>> characters on the planet of Valhalla. Valhalla is proving to be a garden of the future for the Pimogie Empire. Things get shaken up when Robertus, a Caesar in the Pimogie Empire and the planetary governor of Valhalla, is invited to a party being hosted by the Federation. Seeing this as an opportunity to mend the relationship of the Pimogies and the Federation, Robertus needs to see if it would be a wise choice to attend, for his life could be on the line, and that Valhalla is safe in his absence. <<less

What does it mean to be a villain?

Lucifer Monroe, a kid resulted from an unwanted pregnancy, lives as an only child with his somewhat abusive mother in a small town. As an almost too stereotypical emo kid, he lives as an outcast with no friends. The only thing that keeps Lucifer going? The thought that it could be worse.... more>>

But when a rumor starts around school, it gets worse... so. Much. Worse.

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Benjamin Ahearn is an only child without much care in the world. He's the school's star quarterback, with colleges practically lining up to recruit him. He has a good father with a great job, and a perfect girlfriend on the cheer squad.

Life couldn't be better, he was living the dream.

Until a rumor about Lucifer set off a chain reaction, turning his world upside down.

WARNING! Most tags come way later in the story. Contains, but not limited to:
Cannibalism, Self-cannibalism, Child death, Murder, Descriptive gore, Homophobia, Racism(?), Eating disorders, Toxic relationships (platonic and romantic), Mental illness, Infringement on basic human rights, Basically slavery, torture, Conditioning, Manipulation, Non-consensual behaviors (sexual and non-sexual), Forced eating, Forced killing, Failed Suicide, and Self-mutilation (also somewhat failed). <<less

What do you do when, without any explanation or reason, you wake up in someone else's body?... more>>

When danger and problems rain down on you like a shower of burning meteorites? In a universe where you barely know anything, where unknown enemies lurk in the shadows and imminent danger knocks at your door.

You survive, you fight, and you stand tall; to stay alive, you do whatever you deem necessary.

You become invincible.
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Ayre - Freshly crowned fourteenth of the Vylian Castellan's unholy brood, has survived the dungeons and depths of their childhood beneath the castle. With an abundance of scars and a body that no longer feels entirely their own, Ayre is spared no time to adjust to their new life.... more>>

An arranged marriage, covetous siblings, and foreign vassals with their own agendas barely scratch the surface of the unwanted Prince's concerns. Each night Ayre's heart will grow heavier beneath the weight of compounding traumas, promises already sworn, and a parasite hungry for blood freely offered by those under Ayre's protection.

Already struggling to stomach being turned into a Prince and blood hungry predator... Ayre is thrust between two tyrannical nations and expected to do whatever is necessary to serve the interests of both. But how many more burdens can Ayre shoulder?

What kind of life can Ayre claim beyond serving as an extension of something crueler?

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Updates weekly on Sundays.

Cover art commission done by Redsheis over on Patreon and Newgrounds who regularly creates incredibly pretty monster people. <<less

Enter the realm of The Griidlords: a post-apocalyptic world set 1000+ years after the fall of civilization, where the remnants of America have come together... more>> to form 32 city-states inspired by each NFL team's history. In this bleak, unforgettable universe unlike any other, you - the reader - will be whisked away into an epic, sprawling narrative that blends the passion and excitement of professional football with the intrigue and power struggles of beloved fantasy and sci-fi epics like Game of Thrones and Fallout. Intertwining real-life NFL history with the alternate timeline of The Griid, this serialized novel will offer a wealth of easter eggs for avid football fans as they recognize major historical events reflected within the story. From the mighty Pittsburgh Hill Clans reigning supreme in the distant past, to the rise and fall of the New England Empire, crumbling in the current events of the stories like Rome, this vast world of intense, interconnected histories demonstrates the passage of time, the transition of power, and the impact of victories and defeats, on and off the field. It's time to embark upon a journey that transcends the boundaries of traditional fiction, taking storytelling to a new level of engagement and suspense. The Griid introduces a complex, engrossing universe filled with fantastic characters, rich world-building, and an innovative blend of sports history and speculative fiction. The fate of your favorite characters - and your city - may well hinge on the outcome of the big game. <<less

In a country where magic is as common as strife, the al-Khazar dynasty has ruled for centuries. So long as their family sits upon the Celestial Throne, they are blessed with the power of the stars and the land will prosper. When a vengeful official summons a powerful spirit to destroy their legacy, the creature kidnaps the khan's favorite daughter, a woman with dangerous ambitions and a prominent witch, trapping her behind a powerful curse.... more>>

If Zara wants to save herself, and the dozens of servants trapped alongside her, she will have to match wits with a monster that feeds off mortal peril and turn her enemy's power against it. But the more of the spirit's power she unravels, the more it changes her. The longer Zara survives the nightmare that has become her world, the less certain she is of who, or what, will walk out of their shared prison. <<less

Once a famous and highly revered hero, Cleo completely disappears after the meteor hit. The impact killed D. Evil and his gang—along with many heroes and nearly half a million civilians. How the final battle against evil went down is a mystery to the public, but Cleo knows exactly how it happened and she’s livid.... more>>

Feeling betrayed and bittered to the world of heroism, she plans to live out her days dozing and killing monsters in the Sacred Forest Dungeon. Little does she realize that all this grinding will give her access to a new character slot. Now having a blank slate to start over, she takes on the name Hero Arbiter, and swears to kill all heroes who do evil. Meanwhile, her old hero team is looking for her, and wonder why this new villain has the same unique powers as their beloved old friend.

Along the way, she partners with the sadistic but charming villain Misery, who slowly chips away at her emotional and moral boundaries. Can Cleo cleanse the heroes of evil without becoming the very thing she despises?

What to Expect:
✧ Game-like magic system with minimal references to stats
✧ Morally gray female lead
✧ Slow burn romance
✦ Updates on Saturdays <<less

He had never considered the afterlife, not until it happened. The downside of being thrust into a magical world with a very slim hope of getting back was disorienting.
... With a glitched system that provides him with a lustful yet rewarding path in a fantasy world where power rules all. How much magic, which depends on strong emotions and willpower, can be driven by lust and desire?... more>>

Warning! The story contains and centers around Smut, and although there is plenty of plot to go around, avoiding Smut entirely might be a little difficult! <<less

[Chapters in both English and Russian]... more>>

Sarah is the epitome of the perfect daughter in her devoutly religious family. With daily Bible readings and weekly church attendance, she seamlessly fits into the mold her family expects. However, Sarah harbors secrets.

Сара — воплощение идеальной дочери в своей глубоко религиозной семье. Благодаря ежедневному чтению Библии и еженедельному посещению церкви она идеально вписывается в образ жизни, которого ожидает ее семья. Однако Сара хранит секреты.

альтернативное имя - Маска хористки: пение в тени <<less

"In the bustling city of Lumina Prime on the planet of Primitia, a pod of humanity seeks sanctuary from a galactic rebellion, only to face a new threat - a demonic invasion. Led by the determined Lysandra, humans and neighboring civilizations unite to defeat the malevolent demon lord, banishing him from their world. But victory comes with a sinister twist - some demons remain, masquerading as impostors, consuming identities to infiltrate human society. Yes, there are literally sussy impostors among us.... more>>

Enter Vernadette, a vigilante driven by grief and fuelled by vengeance. Haunted by the loss of her parents to the demon horde, she roams the city's shadowed alleys as the Scarlet Serpent, determined to purge Lumina Prime of its demonic infestation. But her solitary crusade yields little progress, and as hope fades, she finds herself at a crossroads. She's literally just like me(Batman) fr.

Damien, a downtrodden mobster trapped in a downward spiral, stumbles upon Vernadette's path amidst the chaos of a demon assassination. Their fateful encounter ignites a spark of purpose in both souls - Vernadette, seeking a way to pierce the veil of darkness shrouding her city, and Damien, yearning for redemption in a life marred by regret and betrayal. He's literally just like me(Loser) fr.

Bound by circumstance, Vernadette and Damien form an uneasy alliance. With Lumina Prime teetering on the brink of chaos, Lysandra grapples with the looming threat of the Impostor Epidemic. As tensions escalate and loyalties are tested, the fate of the city hangs in the balance.

As Vernadette's relentless pursuit leads her closer to uncovering the truth behind the impostor epidemic, she must confront her own demons and reckon with the consequences of her actions. With Lumina Prime hanging on the edge of chaos, the looming threat of Jerma, the demon general turned renegade, casts a shadow over the city's fate. Can Vernadette and Damien unravel the sinister machinations of Jerma before it's too late, or will Lumina Prime succumb to the darkness that lurks within?"

Okay guys, that's the synopsis. Now, we ball.

Sussy Baka Impostor Amogus Jerma. I know, brain rot writing style before GTA 6 fr. But yeah, all this, inspired by the whole sussy wussy Jerma impostor. Not like, copying events like Among Us games and that, just the elements of "impostor amogus" and names like Jerma will be incorporated, but generally, it's a story of its own. Btw, the name Jerma is from Jerma, but in no way represents him. Jerma fiction here is different from Jerma real fr, it's just names that are similar not their personality. I'll be making YouTube videos explaining our thought process soon, just search "The Ordinary Observer" then look for Yapping Sessions. So yeah, tune in, and that video will go live once the first chapter is published! Also, my boy, Rob, incredible work, great characterization. Him and I are in charge of the characters and dialogue, T.O.O. handles the plot. For parts that are serious, fr, and ong, that's all Robert, everyone. Amazing work from my boy, actually. Made me tear up sometimes especially on the Maverick mom part which was really tragic, but enough of that, LET'S START THIS ALREADY DAMN! Now, I recommend that you turn off your brain and just enjoy the story we want to tell :D

Also, vices aren't cool and they are very bad for your health. Do NOT imitate the people smoking in the story, very bad. If you already have a nicotine addiction, I recommend you lessen until you stop. Also, any gory subjects and pushy issues, don't do that in real life. They're there only to intensify the story, an artistic choice, and to make a statement that we are not playing HAHAHAHA

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU TO LISTEN TO THE ENTIRETY OF THE ALL TIME CLASSIC, BACK IN BLACK ALBUM BY AC/DC SO YOU CAN GET A FEEL OF THE STORY! <<less

My father saved the world once and he's working on saving it again, but I’m going to kill him. Even if the nanotech he pioneered... more>> might solve every problem facing the world, he still needs to die for what he did. I don’t care that I’ll get experimented on like a lab rat, that I’ll have to join his cult-like Butler Institute and pretend to be his loyal follower like my hundred brothers and sisters, or that his tech makes him nearly invincible. I’ll pay whatever it costs, even my own mind, to get the power I need to take my revenge. I owe Mom that much. <<less

Lilith: a world woven from whispers of forgotten glory and threads of untold secrets. Every whisper ripples through time, every life a brushstroke on its vast canvas. Now, Leyah dares to dive deeper than any before. Armed with a thirst for knowledge and a flicker of rebellion, she plunges into Lilith's history, chasing whispers of the unseen, the silenced, the lost.... more>>

What lies buried in the dust of ages? Forgotten empires? Forbidden magic? Legends whispered as mere bedtime tales? As Leyah uncovers each hidden truth, the lines between past and present blur. Shadows whisper warnings and ancient guardians stir from their slumber.

In a world where history whispers and secrets sting, one woman's quest threatens to unravel everything.

Dive into Lilith, where every page unveils a truth, and every truth unravels a destiny. <<less

Before and after meeting her, it's like living in two different worlds!
Now he can't get his priorities straight, a certain gravitational force is affecting... more>> his thoughts.
If he isn't thinking about her then he's probably doing something to show her his affection, even his best friend is wondering if it's the same person anymore. <<less

In a land filled with betrayal and the unmistakable smell of murder, a war was about to flare up between the humans and the demons. Only a tiny wick of quivering comradery was keeping it all in place. Amidst all the drama that would lead to the great war of cruelty, a kidnapping would occur…... more>>

After being abducted, the young Lord Deilos had his life come to an abrupt end. Agony, torture, and shame filled his days, with only the longing for death offering any comfort. When he died, he died with a curse.

Time repeated itself thanks to that curse, but his body and his mind became an empty soulless husk. Upon seeing this, a nameless god pitied him. The god replaced his soul with another in the hollowness of that shell, a rebirth.

Who and where this person’s soul came from are all obscure. To wake up in this hellscape of pain and torment, what would he do? What would his reaction be to this harsh act of fate? Only time will tell. <<less

[BL/yaoi]!
Zodiac University is back! (It was posted once before but I took it down.)... more>>

All Virgo wanted was a normal college life. But after he catches the eye of the school tyrant, Taurus, everything starts to spiral. Now Virgo must navigate a new social world of friendship, drama, love triangles, and more.

[This story contains profanity, sexual themes, and depictions of violence. Chapters are released on Fridays at 3 pm EST--sometimes earlier. You can read this on my Patreon, too--patreon.com/ikepearlsworld--and loyal patrons will get extra chapters and bonus content.] <<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

Miach (nee Andrew nee Braech) was reborn into a world from a revenge-fantasy book, and had no desire to take part in it in any way. So he did the smartest thing he could think of; he left. Real winners quit, after all.... more>>

This did not go over the way he wanted it to.

Namely, he got adopted as a grandson by the King of Demons.

Whoops. <<less

All Xiu Jianyu wants is the respect and appreciation of the governor of Guliang (the money and riches that come along with it are a nice extra touch!). He has moulded himself into a master of manipulation in order to try and win him over completely, but despite all of that, the governor still decides to send him to the province of Shufang as a spy to gather information about the court and its ruler, Huan Haiqiang. Xiu Jianyu is not happy about it, but he agrees to go, with the promise of future reward if he does a fair job as impetus.... more>>

However, the court of Shufang, is not at all what he thought it would be, and neither is Huan Haiqiang. With his plans and expectations thrown completely up into the air, Xiu Jianyu tries to work through the mess he has found himself in, while attempting to ignore what he truly wants in favour of what he is supposed to have wanted all this time. <<less

In a world where secrets lurk in the shadows and danger seeps through every crack, Eden West's life takes a treacherous turn. In "Decode," a gripping dystopian sci-fi tale, follow Eden as she battles not only the ruthless vampires who prowl the night but also the elusive government officials who are far from what they claim to be.... more>>

As the clock ticks in a city consumed by deception, Eden must unravel a web of enigmatic codes and hidden agendas. With her intellect as her only weapon, she discovers that the truth can be just as lethal as the lies. In a relentless quest for answers, Eden unearths long-buried mysteries that threaten to reshape the very fabric of their darkened world.

Decode is a thrilling journey through a dystopian landscape, where trust is a rare currency and survival demands more than just strength-it demands the power to decipher the secrets that hold the fate of humanity in the balance. Can Eden West decipher the truth and survive the relentless terrors of this twisted reality? Join her as she decodes the enigma that could save, or doom, them all. <<less

Rory emerges from a space pod in the Nevada desert with no memories, and only one certainty--this world is not her home.... more>>

Rejecting life as the military's lab rat, Rory strives for independence, until her memories suddenly return. While she'd made a life for herself on Earth with a man she loves, she's unknowingly left another behind. Worse, a threat looms over Earth, one that has already ravaged her home planet. Torn between two lives and two loves, Rory must decide what she's fighting for, and just whose side she's really on.

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A first contact science fiction with cyberpunk and progression elements after the early chapters. Expect a slow-burn mystery, action, and romance. This story has multiple points of view. <<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