"Lazarus Rising" is a gothic tale from the dark shadowed corners of London, the Bennett family is stalked by a creature of legend and nightmares.... more>> As they flee through the fog-shrouded streets, the sinister truth of his immortality begins to unravel. A chilling tale of terror and transcendence, their journey takes them across the brooding landscapes of England, from the crumbling halls of a cursed castle to the shadowy depths of forgotten crypts hidden beneath ancient churches. They must navigate the treacherous path that lies ahead, unraveling the secrets that legends has long kept hidden. <<less

Join David on this chilling journey as he unravels the haunting mystery of his new home and the spirit who dwells within its walls. From... more>> the gothic allure of the southern Victorian mansion to the passionate bond that blossoms between the living and the dead, this is a supernatural romance mystery like no other. Dive into a world where love transcends the boundaries of life and death, and where the past holds the key to a haunting future. Can John solve the mystery and save the woman he loves, or will he become the latest victim of the house's cursed legacy? <<less

After a night of drinking and gambling, John Ferguson has a terrifying dream of his own death. He wakes up to find a strange woman in his room, who tells him that she is his death and that his time has come. Ferguson is terrified and tries to escape, but the woman pursues him relentlessly.... more>>

Ferguson seeks help from his friend Dr. Cumberledge, who is skeptical but agrees to stay with him. That night, the woman appears again and Cumberledge is shocked to see her. Ferguson faints from fear and when he wakes up, the woman is gone. Cumberledge admits that he saw something, but he doesn't know what.

Cumberledge is left with only one conclusion: that he witnessed something beyond the realm of scientific explanation. He is forced to accept that there are forces in the world that defy human understanding, and that some secrets may remain forever hidden. <<less

Just days after the Holy Mother Tree Bellefeuille began sprouting beautiful red flowers an infection spread through the large nation of Ysyvanor devastating the populace in mere days, turning the people into plant infused undead desperate to infect any living being in hopes of spreading their endless forest.
Following two groups; a team of city slickers trying to escape their fallen city after missing the last set of evacuations, and a caravan of southern folk from the small nation of Edgeridge as they try to survive the new infection, and each other. ... more>>

This An Alternate universe Veristanna (the world) set closer to 2000's Earth.

Heads up! This story contains gore / violence, depictions of plant, animal, and human death, as well as plant/zombie related body horror. Please take care if those things upset you! <<less

When those from beyond the stars came, the six Houses stood against them, saving the world from invaders intent on destroying it. Generations later, those same Houses form the bedrock of Lutov, a seemingly perfect society where all are provided for. Here, war is a myth and death, a choice. Yet here, no one questions their devotion to their chosen House.... more>>

Zaeden will soon join a House, a choice he’s dreaded since childhood. All he’s ever wanted is to live outside of the Houses' control, to find freedom. Unfortunately, he's caught the attention of the legendary Lokke Vitras, the protector and shield of the homeland, and that man is determined to decide his future. Zaeden will serve as his replacement, becoming the Lokke Vitras in his own time, whether he likes it or not.

As he goes through his training, Zaeden faces many trials and moral dilemmas, but the one that most challenges him is a question he’s asked his whole life. How can he find freedom when the world insists on defining who he is?

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This story is for people who like snarky, clever protagonists with a dash of recklessness and extreme loyalty to those they love. It is for lovers of the self-critical, the idealistic, and what happens when such people are trapped in their own worst nightmare. Lastly, it is for those who enjoy reading about glittering societies that are not at all what they seem.

As with everything I write, The Art of Becoming is a slow-burn fiction with a heavy focus on characterization. There will be sexual content, but I am not graphic with that, and most of the scenes depicted serve to move the plot or character development along in one way or another. Also, Zaeden is pansexual, polyamorous, and most importantly, extremely social, so yes, there will be a romantic subplot. It is not, however, the main focus of the story.

The Art of Becoming takes place several centuries after one of my other fictions: Planetfall. Reading that story isn't necessary, and there will only be slight spoilers about the overall ending of that book in this one. I consider Planetfall to be the prequel for The Art of Becoming.

For the weekend of its release, I'll be uploading several chapters, but after that weekend, I will update with one chapter a day Monday-Friday at 1 pm PST. <<less

Meet Daveth Baratheon, the eldest son of King Robert Baratheon and Queen Cersei Lannister—the sole child she bore her lawful husband among four. Daveth is a natural-born prodigy, excelling in intellect and swordsmanship, acclaimed as one of Westeros' finest. As he navigates the treacherous Game of Thrones, survival demands traversing perilous waters without forsaking personal ideals. Join Daveth on a riveting journey where honor and cunning collide in a world where betrayal lurks at every turn.... more>>

Welcome to my Patreon! I'm Jon Snow, and I'm thrilled to share advance chapters of my captivating fantasy series featuring Daveth Baratheon, a prodigious figure in the Game of Thrones universe. Dive into Daveth's compelling journey filled with intrigue, swordsmanship, and the quest for survival amidst treacherous waters. By supporting me on Patreon, you'll gain exclusive access to early chapters and behind-the-scenes insights. Join our community of fantasy enthusiasts and unlock the next chapter of Daveth's story. Let's embark on this thrilling adventure together at patreon.com/JonSnow007! <<less

Seven hundred years after the battle with the dreaded Nightscale and his Host of Dusk, The Elhyrissian Empire enjoyed centuries of peace and prosperity. Terrianis Julitae Elhyrissiar, the current Emperor of the Elhyrissian Empire, receives the ominous warning of the Almodo, warning him of the Shadow that envelops the world slowly. His task, to find and guide the Chosen of Almodo, to defeat this new evil before it roots itself, and most importantly before it finds the Chosen and alters the Dream of the Almodo.... more>>

Will the Emperor find the Chosen? Will the Empire endure the coming days as a new movement rears its head in the capital? And if so, how will the fate of the Empire and Elhyrissian change? <<less

Naruto being the eldest son of the Hokage should possess incredible talent and skill, as the heir to two great Clans. However, Kyuubi's Chakra affected... more>> his body negatively during pregnancy and caused him to be born half-dead, he only survived thanks to Tsunade's quick intervention. However, he did not go without consequences, his Chakra System was completely destroyed and his body was so weak that he could not even take a single step by himself! Hating his life to the fullest, he decides to change something and uses the only thing that works well in his body - a well-developed mind! He delves into medical and scientific knowledge looking for a solution to his problems...! <<less

Burdened by memories of a past life locked in conflict with demonic forces, he bides his time, awaiting the resurgence of darkness.... more>>

As the world unknowingly dances to his orchestrated symphony, even the Emperors remains oblivious to his existence. Within the revered Sky Sword Sect, he emerges as an enigmatic elder, his true identity cloaked in secrecy. Behind the facade lies a tale of unparalleled strength and resolve, a journey spanning lifetimes fueled by the singular goal of vanquishing his ancient foes.

[I will also be posting this story on RoyalRoad] <<less

As high school comes to an end, Sophia goes on one last hiking trip with her childhood friend before they part ways. However, everything goes wrong when a mysterious power transports them to a fantasy world, where they're forced to compete in a death game. ... more>>

The rules are simple: Defeat your enemies in the battle arena, then destroy their base. The winners live. The losers die. Together, Sophia and her friend must craft alliances, survive against enemy teams, and find a way back home.

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Three Lane Death Game is an isekai LitRPG that takes inspiration from MOBA games (think League of Legends, DotA 2, etc). This story is written for a general audience, so no knowledge of gaming is needed or expected from readers :)

New chapters will be released weekly on Tuesdays. <<less

Dreu Guillotin was an ordinary peasant living in the town of Berkton when an army of demons attacked. Faced with impending doom, he discovered the... more>> dormant power within him. The Emperor Class, a unique character class, gifted its user the power to summon loyal soldiers to fight in one’s name. His newfound powers saved Dreu from the attack but this was only the beginning of the demon invasion. The human forces, clearly caught flat footed by the demons, scrambled to get their defenses together. Dreu, along with others displaced by the conflict, found himself heading towards the capital which was rumored to be impenetrable. <<less

Zaina Quin is an ordinary young woman working her father's farm when her life is turned upside down by the impending end of her world.

Caroline, Elizabeth, Anna. The list goes on.
She has lived through many lives, names become arbitrary and forgotten.
However in this life, she was close... more>> to breaking the cycle.
Yet she failed.
Once a prominent scientist, now a loser on the streets.
However the end did not befall her, she was reborn once more.
Given more opportunities and chances,
She vowed that she’d break the cycle, whether in this life.
Or the next. <<less

On the first day of high school, Kojima Kouki, an ambitious young basketball player, wakes up at the crack of dawn for a final practice session before tryouts. He meets Sugahara Oda, a mysterious high schooler whose skills exceed his own? New bonds form as Kojima heads to his school’s basketball tryouts, but will it go that smoothly?... more>>

DISCLAIMER: All art and illustrations are created with AI

Story is also posted on Royal Road <<less

"All right, boys and girls, quit sucking your ma's teats. It's high time we bloody earn our paychecks!"... more>>

Born in times of turmoil, orphaned at a young age, and raised amongst rowdy sellswords, young Reinhardt Edelstein joined the mercenary trade as well when he grew up.

When misfortune finally caught up with them, and the mercenary company he had been part of fell into an ambush and was decimated, he survived by chance, along with a few others.

Then he found the baton of responsibility passed on to his hand, as the adopted nephew of the late captain.

Stuck behind enemy lines, with only the tattered remnants of the once proud company around him, he strived to do his best, to rebuild the company to its former glory... Should they survive the current conflict.

Would he succeed in etching his name in the annals of history? Or would he end up as a mere footnote instead?

Only time will tell…

Chapters will range from 1-2k words, scheduled for release every day from Monday to Friday.

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Expect:

-War, with little to no punches pulled.

-Army building

-Tragedies, and dark Comedy/gallows humor.

-Occasional action

Do not expect:

-Much in terms of romance

-Much politics, barring passing views and mentions

-A lighthearted tale. This story will not play nice.

Any comments, reviews, and criticism will be much appreciated.

And thank you for reading.

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This story is my original work and only posted on the Royal Road and Scribblehub websites. If you should find this story elsewhere or under another name, please let me know.

Also please don't be too hard on me when I make occasional grammatical mistakes, English is my third language after all. XD

Edit suggestions are very welcome though. <<less

Elizabeth Belvoir has a dream: to meet her idol Aldric, the most powerful wizard in the kingdom.
The opportunity to achieve her dream arises when... more>> she receives an admission letter from Duelcrest, the Royal Academy of Magic.
Little is known about this school, except that Aldric is the only one to have ever graduated from it.
Elizabeth is determined to do the same.
However a terrible secret is hidden behind the Academy.
Trapped in a deadly game, her fate and that of a mysterious girl begin to intertwine. <<less

Hi! I'm Lor, some guy who died and got reincarnated as a dungeon core! I like to break the rules of physics and cats! Join me and my traumatized companion Lethe on an adventure that shouldn't have existed in the first place!... more>>

(Thank you guys for reading!) <<less

Nadia and her psychotic friends live a "peaceful" life in their village, but the arrival of Dante, a crazy boy with God complex, turns everything upside down. Not only because he convinces them to embark on a crazy journey to achieve his stupid dream, but also because this unleashes a series of bizarre events that lead our heroes to put the whole world at risk.... more>>

Will they be able to succeed or will they perish under the power of friendship?

WARNING: THIS STORY IS OFFENSIVE, STUPID, AND FULL OF DARK HUMOR. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. <<less

What if the future was not set in stone?... more>>

How can a single flutter of a wing send ripples across the world?

In the blood-soaked world of AOT, Anja Wolf's vengeance against the Titans awakens a dark power within her. As she trains alongside Eren, Mikasa, Armin, and the enigmatic Annie Leonhart, Anja's choices send shockwaves through the established timeline, reshaping history as we know it. Her journey blurs the lines between savior and monster, as she challenges the canon and explores the untold stories that lurk beneath the surface. <<less

In a parallel universe of Marvel's vast web, an extraordinary cosmic event grants a brilliant young man a new life as a mutant with unique and powerful powers. Endowed with abilities beyond human comprehension, he becomes a walking encyclopedia, capable of synthesizing large volumes of data and information into instant knowledge.... more>>

But his gifts go further. He has mastered Gravity Manipulation, manipulating the force of gravity around him for offensive and defensive purposes. With this ability, he becomes an unstoppable force, capable of controlling the very essence of space-time.

As he explores his new capabilities, he finds himself plunged into a universe of dangers and opportunities. As he struggles to understand his mutant identity and his place in the world, he is confronted by dark forces who seek to exploit his powers for personal gain.

Determined to use his gifts for good, he becomes a reluctant hero, protecting those who cannot protect themselves and challenging the injustices that plague his universe. But as his capabilities evolve and threats intensify, he realizes that the real challenge lies in controlling the power that resides within himself. <<less

We follow the compelling journey of Valenus, a person burdened by the weight of personal challenges, most notably the illness of their father. At home, Valenus is engulfed in a sea of guilt and responsibility, constantly struggling to find a balance between their personal anguish and the needs of their family.... more>>

Amidst this emotional turmoil, Valenus seeks a momentary escape from the oppressive realities of his situation, tirelessly searching for something, anything, that could provide a distraction, yet each attempt seems to lead nowhere.

In an unexpected turn of events, Valenus encounter a seemingly ordinary video game, discarded and forgotten on the ground. Driven by curiosity and a desperate need for distraction, Valenus takes the game home. Little do they know, this game is far from ordinary.

Upon starting the game, Valenus is suddenly and inexplicably transported into its virtual world. This is no mere coincidence; the game, as if alive with purpose, has chosen Valenus.

Now, within this new reality, Valenus is forced to adapt to an environment where fantasy and danger coexist.

In this game world, Valenus faces a myriad of challenges and formidable monsters.

Each obstacle pushes Valenus to the brink, demanding ingenuity, courage, and resilience.

"Worlds Beneath The Shadows" is a story of escape and return, of facing one's fears in a world where the lines between reality and fantasy blur, and where a person's true strength is often found in the most unlikely of places. <<less

Trapped, entombed, and struggling.... more>>

The last time humanity had seen the natural white light of the sun was a few millennia ago. Left with no other choice but to adapt, countless sacrifices paved the path to survival. Their new lives were filled with daily tests and tribulations. The word 'humanity' had lost meaning a long time ago.

Trials were placed before them, trials that they must overcome to gain the bare necessities for survival. If they want food and water, they need to solve the puzzle. If they want to gain weapons to fight back against the lingering monstrosities inside, they must complete the trial awaiting them. If they want to escape, they need to keep moving forward. Unfortunately for humanity, they weren't here alone. <<less

In a parallel universe adjacent to ours, exists a world very similar to Earth, called Terra. Its supercontinent Pangaea never shattered into smaller continents and their technological progress is behind ours by around two centuries. But they have something that we can only dream of-magic, a supernatural and fantastical source of energy that can be bended and manipulated to truly extraordinary results. ... more>>

Jonathan Phoenix is a fourteen-year-old boy who lives with his adopted grandmother and is the last surviving member of the infamous Phoenix family which acted as the Royal Guard for the strongest Empire in history and has produced the strongest Mages of their generation throughout its existence. In present day, they have been demonized and hunted down to near extinction and young Jon is met by hostility and aggression wherever he goes, to his discomfort and annoyance. 

However, one day, a mysterious man arrives and informs Jon that he has been invited to attend the Ashford Magical Academy, the oldest and most prestigious educational facility for young Mages to learn and harness their powers. Seeing this as a chance to grow strong enough to defend himself from his future rivals and enemies and to finally get some answers which his grandma has withhold from him, Jon gladly accepts and soon befriends fellow classmates who are each unique in their own ways such as the brash and loud but fiercely loyal Adam, the highly intelligent and resourceful but insecure Artemis and the fearless and tomboyish but also stubborn Lynn. 

As Jon grows and learns the various applications of magic in all spheres of life, he also uncovers more mysteries of his own lineage, the rise and fall of the Solan Empire and most importantly, he and his friends learn about the most dreaded and foulest Mage in history, who was the first and only one to find a way to cheat death and defile that which no Mage even thinks of doing, all the while fighting against the rogue Mages and deranged Cults who are each wanting to bring back the "Father of Death" for their own twisted goals. <<less

[This is the rewritten version of The Story of a Girl and a Goddess Whose Souls Became Interconnected].
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Plagued by amnesia, a girl awakens on the outskirts of a mysterious forest. Haunted by a constant voice and searing pain, she finds solace in the name given to her by the unseen speaker: Servi.... more>>

Driven by an unyielding urge to live, she cautiously infiltrates a bustling city, clinging beneath the undercarriage of a passing wagon to evade detection. Within the labyrinthine streets, she encounters a kaleidoscope of beings, their animalistic features both captivating and perplexing.

In the grim slums of the city, Servi becomes witness to the heart-wrenching cruelty of a desperate world. Seeking refuge in an abandoned shack, her respite is shattered by the anguished cries of tormented siblings. Unwilling to stand by in silence, Servi confronts their oppressors with nothing but a humble pipe, an act of courage that leads to her demise.

However, death proves elusive as Servi is confronted by Itarr, a goddess imprisoned and shackled by forgotten memories. Bound by a shared purpose, their souls are spliced together in a bid to transcend their confinements and return to the realm of the living.

As Servi and Itarr embark on an extraordinary journey, their intertwined destinies intertwine with a singular goal: to reclaim the goddess's lost memories. In a world steeped in mystery and pain, their quest for identity and purpose will challenge them, unraveling the secrets that lie dormant within their enigmatic existence.
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Content Warning: This story contains graphic depictions of gore, explicit sexual content, and strong language. Reader discretion is advised. Please be aware of the mature themes and provocative scenes present throughout the narrative because it can get quite dark.

What to Expect - Overall: Interconnected: Spliced Souls is about Servi, a girl without any memories, navigating through this new life of hers as a goddess with Itarr's power over the soul. Some chapters will have images, and some of those images are R-18. All images will be within a spoiler box. The beginning of such chapters will have an Author's Note explaining if the images are R-18 or not.

What to Expect - Romance: Servi is a futanari. She becomes one fairly early on in the story, and she will have multiple love interests-- polygamy-- as the story develops.

What to Expect - Tags: More tags will be added as the story develops so as to not spoil anything I have planned. <<less

In a world where those blessed by Yggdrasil can thread one of the eleven paths that make the world, Mathis Salvern is fated to walk the most treacherous of them all: The Path of Death.... more>>

Follow along as Mathis uncovers the secrets of the pathways and the truth about the world. All the while gaining a deeper understanding on what death truly means.

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Hey there! I hope you like the story and feel free to leave a review or comment!

This is a rewrite of a story I posted earlier, which I didn't put that much thought into it the setting but it ended up peaking my interest. That's why I decided to do an overhaul of the story and put an actual structure to it.

I'll post a chapter every day!

English isn't my first language so bear with me and feel free to point out any mistakes I make! <<less