In the dark recesses of the world hide a multitude of secrets, societies hinging their entire lives and operations on the hope that they remain unknown. And in that same vein, the natural intermingles with the supernatural. The hidden evils of the world, beating below the skin like a maleficent heart pumping corrupted blood. Sipping on those less fortunate for their own paramount survival. ... more>>

Robbie Little is many things. He is a college student having moved to Philadelphia to further his education and escape his tumultuous home life mere miles away. A pragmatic young man with an aim to do the best he can with what he has, and is preparing for a final year in college before moving on into the wider world. Things act against him, random chance dragging him face first into a world unknown to him or anyone he knows. A world under the surface, where blood sucking vampires rule puppet corporations and subsidize their operations on armadas of ghouls and zombies, and the only fight against them is underground supernatural hunters. Robbie's in a new world now, but will he survive? <<less

Sakashima’s economy and everyone’s quality of life are in peril!... more>>

Everyone is blissfully ignorant except Central Bank Chairman Matsuda and those in the highest echelons of government. When the crap hits the fan and the truth can no longer be denied, the Sakashiman people will want answers… and the blood of those responsible!

Fortunately there is a solution. UN-fortunately the only man alive who can help is a broken shell of his former self; a man destroyed in the past by none other than Chairman Matsuda.

Can this man find the strength to let bygones be bygones and lend his aid? What could Matsuda offer our hero in return for his assistance? Can a high-functioning sociopath like Matsuda even be trusted to deliver on his promises?

Find out in… A Palace of Sea Urchins.

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This is a short five chapter 'macroeconomic thriller' with the option of being further extended.

If you enjoy white-collar crime movies like 'The Wolf of Wall Street' or 'The Big Short', give this one a gander!

Also, please consider leaving comments or even a review; so I know what to do more of (...or stop doing). I may revisit this story again in the future and add new chapters if people would like to see more. Happy Scribbling! <<less

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

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

This is a story about a man named Leonore Hope who was given a system after he died and got reborn through divine means. This system is The Arcade System which allows the user to start a multiversal arcade, this is the journey of Leonore Hope as he navigates the worlds he made a home for himself on and the devine powers of the multiverse.... more>>

I will release a chapter every wendsday starting from april 24th!

(Cover art by me)

If you guys enjoyed reading this chapter and you want to read more, maybe help me acheve my goal of this becoming a full time job and suport me by checking out my patreon at patreon.com/TheArcadeSeries we are also five chapters ahead so you get to read more of what you like without having to wait he next upload along with exclusive polls to decide what will happen next! <<less

If we can revel in peace and prosperity, it matters not if all others outside our circle endure suffering.
In the early days of the magical civilization era, such was the time.
During this era, the powerful nations to the west and north of the continent were exhausted and weary from endless territorial disputes with neighboring countries. It was akin to ceaseless bloodshed and pillaging in one's own backyard, undoing the hard work of eradicating monsters to cultivate land, squandering hard-earned national wealth like water, and wearing out the finite population through endless conflicts.... more>>

In response, some of them sought a more constructive and productive hope, venturing out into the open sea.
If described in the textbooks of modern-day Japan, it might be romantically called the "Age of Discovery," but the reality was ruthlessly sinister. It marked the era of large-scale invasions by powerful nations backed by military strength.
Despite numerous hardships and difficulties, the overseas expansions of the major powers succeeded, bringing them immense wealth and prosperity (accompanied by indelible resentment and anger from those invaded).

As time passed, in the 18th century of the common calendar across the continent.
In this era marked by conflict and innovation, the Archduchess Vilmeena of the Kingdom of Bernesia underwent a past-life awakening.
With ambitions, greed, and upward aspirations akin to her previous life reawakening, how will Vilmeena navigate this tumultuous era? <<less

Sort of a real worldish place that's also a fantasy setting. Fantasy on the low side so not exactly basic carbon copy dnd but fantastical... more>> creatures and places, magic is a thing, etc. Technology era kind of sorta of 17th century style, but of course with magic. The story follows the experienced Colonel Silas Eastburn on the orders of His Majesty, king of Ingerlund in order to explore the continent after several failed expeditions. My first time like writing anything so don't get your hopes too high or anything please, and of course a rather intermittent writing schedule. <<less

A girl in the modern times studying for Computer Science engineering with zero survival skills transmigrated into the ancient time due to an accident. Join... more>> her journey on how she got rich with no gold fingers, no incredible luck and no thick thigh to hold. With only hard work watch her life bloom along with her love life. <<less

The year is 4177, interplanatary travel is being regulated by the Intergalactic Bond of Commerce and Colonization (IBCC).
A young man, who dreamt of always being able to see all the different stars and planets, had his hopes crushed unter the strict rules and qualifications needed to join and act within, having to spend many decades studying prior. His family, wishing to see him succeed, nag him on and on about his grades and the pressure gets to him.
What does a man do once he is forbidding to do the one thing he wants?
He does it anyway.... more>>

Theme: Exploration of Space
Written for the second tempest contest <<less

This is not for you.

'An ill-fated prince marked for death, a trickster imprisoned by the gods...together, they might gain the strength to change their ill fate.' ... more>>

Bram of House Attilan is a prince with an ill fate. For in a land where sorcery is the dominant force, a young man cursed with a body lacking talent for even basic spells is scorned by nobles and commoners alike. Fortunately for Bram, as a child of the Sovereign who rules the Atlan Imperium, even an ‘Ill-Fated Prince’ is given a chance to prove his worth…and Bram means to do just that.

Believing that a talentless man can achieve success by gathering talented people to work under him, Bram, the newly appointed governor of Lotharin, one of the twelve kingdoms that make up the imperium, devises an ingenious plot to use a 'self-improvement system' called the ‘Loom’ to develop the talented people his kingdom needs.

Such an undertaking will require the aid of a master trickster—one powerful enough to help Bram kidnap humans from a world called Earth to enlist their expertise in performing the greatest trick ever sold; hoodwinking their fellow Earthers into believing they’re playing a videogame while they work to solve the many troubles plaguing Bram’s kingdom, thus giving him the talents he needs to make Lotharin great again...and finally prove himself a worthy prince.

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Release Schedule: Mondays to Fridays. I'm still experimenting on time. Next week will be 7 PM UTC+8.

What to Expect:

- Light LitRPG elements.

- Progression fantasy. No instant overpowered MCs with murderhobo tendencies. Bram has to work hard to grow.

- Clever schemes, fast-paced action, and in-depth character development.

- Elaborate world-building elements with a sprawling world thoroughly mapped out.

- A tale that seamlessly jumps between high fantasy adventures, game development hijinks, and kingdom-building shenanigans.

10+ advanced chapters are out right now on Patreon! <<less

What if your university had a secret group of students from other dimensions? Hidden between the planes of reality, hold countless interdimensional students from succubi to wolfmen who call the university home.... more>>

To most, these students look rather inconspicuous. Because of their interdimensional origins, it is harder to perceive them, with the brain filling in the gaps. To deepen the diversity of thought, (and charge exorbitant interdimensional tuition fees,) a university has found itself flourishing from this pool of students.

Patrick Charles, a freshly released 18-year old on the cusp of understanding his place in the world, had been recruited by his university to take care of a particularly important fellow student, the son of Death. To allow this, the university gave him a crystal which allows him to see interdimensional activity.

With this, he gets pulled deeper into the university culture, witnessing young adults from all corners of the multiverse find their place in the world together, and uncover the secrets hidden in plain sight.

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The story is set in a fictional university set in Britain, which explores romance, drama, and a unique magic system between a colour and realistic cast of characters. From supernatural incidents, societal commentary, to young horny adults trying to discover themselves, join Patrick as he discovers for himself what being a member of society really means.

Tags will be added as plot points are reached. <<less

"Gods are playing dice with our lives. Never forget that."... more>>

In a realm where power and politics weave an intricate tapestry, Lord Arlo and Princess Laa, aided by their unwavering companions, Yew and Dan, become embroiled in the enigmatic web of imperial intrigue. As they embark on a perilous journey to the heart of the Empire, they must skillfully navigate the treacherous waters of court politics, manage ever-shifting alliances, and bear the weight of their family's legacy.

With luck on their side, the outcome of the dice game played in the imperial court may not seal their fate with death.

The die is cast. <<less

There are gods from myths, there are gods from religions, there are mystical creatures from fantasy stories, there are unbelievable theories from science. All of... more>> those are just topics for discussion between different groups of people.
One day, a group of people will open new world to themselves, that will turn their daily routine into fantastic journey across our mysterious universe, where gods and creatures exist.... <<less

A dive into a pool. The next moment Rhea Ito finds herself transmigrated into a world full of magic and adventure. ... more>>

Follow Rhea along with her adventures in her attempt to make a place for herself in this strange new world. A journey of magic, friendship, dangers and triumphs, discovering secrets of the world she now inhabits along with dragons, undead, monsters and demi-humans,

But first, she needs to find a damn air-conditioner. It’s too damn hot!

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Tired from the endless work in the city, Jonas Shininghelm, who works as a delivery driver in a company, retires. Deciding to live his life leisurely, he took off to the city and goes to the property he inherited from his family on a small island. By the time he came to his new home, he discovered something unexpected that might change his plans!... more>>

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Terry Barclay is a directionless young man. While a talented musician, he has no prospects for a career in his isolated, country town. Fortunately, an organization called Skyfleet is recruiting, an exploratory and peacekeeping armada of flying ships. One which is manned by humans and creatures alike.... more>>

After only two years of service, he will be able to join Skyfleet's Orchestra of Lights. Though before he can get there, his path will intercept the intrigue of the greater world and its colorful characters. These include a cantankerous dwarven scientist, a radicalized socialist princess, a rock golem dreaming of being a star chef, a snarky former pirate, a mysterious priest, and a friendly queen of a hive of giant insects who also have a love for music.

As a threat from over the horizon digs into the shadows, will Skyfleet and its new recruits be able to rise to the challenge? Or will the flying armada crash and burn, taking the republic it serves down with it? The future is always up for grabs... if it speaks in half-truths.

Author's Note: Star Trek meets Gaslamp Fantasy/Dieselpunk. This story is a work in progress. While I'm trying to avoid seriously changing already-posted chapters, there is a chance of it happening. <<less

Ye chen acquired the Sign-in System that led him on the path of the life of a god-level nouveau riche.
He was proficient in culinary... more>> arts, was a divine physician, a godly singer, a famous expert pianist, and even had a beautiful and cute girls as his girlfriends.
He just wanted to quietly enjoy life, but he accidentally became the richest person in the world. <<less

Hello everyone, since I feel I should make it clear, I want to say that this story is written from the perspective of a marginalized... more>> trans Indigenous woman. As the author, and a trans woman of Chippewa First Nations, I ask that my readers please not ask me to elaborate on any creatures I may add and to enjoy the story with me as I write it. I will be writing primarily in English because I do want this to reach a wide audience and I do not use my language much outside of my community. Thank you for choosing to read this novel, and I hope you have fun reading this native magical girl story set in an alternate world from her own.
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Ana takes a walk upriver one day to clear her head atop some hills. As she is thinking of her family and community's support, she is stricken with grief at the same time. She and her family do not have the money to pay for her surgery, and the waiting list feels like it is only getting longer. When she is using all her strength not to cry, a strong wind blows down from the mountains across the river and she feels the world twist around her. She almost blacks out and tries to stand up, bleary and lightheaded.
When she feels odd enough about how her vision isn't getting any clearer, she returns home only to find that her own family do not recognize her. Looking more closely, she barely recognizes herself as her body has changed, but so has everyone and everything around her. What has happened and why is everyone speaking like it's the 90s? And why is her uncle driving a car spewing lightning from the exhaust?
The changes have only just begun and Ana has yet to see an entire world changed into a strange mimicry of the one she once knew, with a technologically regressed British Colony who rely on industrialization and magic, and a corporate America that extracts magic instead of oil. But the biggest change? The indigenous territories she calls home are larger and more united, while the British Colonies of Canada are still trying to purchase more land for their own, while harming the communities that exist within currently occupied land. <<less

Vazarl Nulu, a stray soul, reincarnated from another world. Afflicted by the memories of his troubled past, he only wants to lead a simple life,... more>> exploring this unknown world with immortal cultivation. Circumstance causes his life to be anything but simple. <<less

Zen is an ordinary man, 20 years old and living an ordinary life. There is nothing special about him and working in a restaurant as a waiter.... more>>

Couldn't continue his studies to college, because he didn't have enough money for it and he wasn't so smart either to get a scholarship, so he just worked as a waiter.

The salary is only enough for his daily expenses.

But one day when he wakes up from his sleep, he finds that he wakes up in a strange place and as a different person. He became a King in a small kingdom in another world and most importantly many parties wanted to replace him or manipulate him.

Armed with a System that helps him to increase his empire to become a World Superpower. How will he do it and what are the things that get in the way of his greatness?

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The update will be erratic and I hope you guys can provide input and Criticism, I really need it. <<less

Born unlucky, attributeless in a word where magic means everything, Kaion soon learns that he has the power to change it all. ... more>>

Though dark unseen forces lurk in the background threatening to end the world, Kaion brings about an age of technological advancement. Fusing Magic and otherworldly contraptions to do his bidding.

He is the Magesmith, the first Smith God. <<less

Bobby, the heir to the Calmi family company, wanted more adventure in her life, finding life in a space colony to be restrictive. She ran... more>> away from home to explore the solar system and meet new friends along the way. <<less

Travis Wilson is your average American trying to make it in life. It is all about the American dream everyone comes to America with

The Usual. Reborn as a Noble of Somekind. Into a world of Swords and Magic. He has broken abilities that make no sense. Nonsense, just got that. Meets a lot of girls who follow the protagonist around but he never actually sleeps with them, so like why is he putting up with them. Yada, yada, yada.... more>>

Except this is different. I know I may sound desperate in trying to justify this to you, but I swear it is. You see this time our protagonist is from the future, and while only being like twenty or so, has centuries of experience gained inside VR games.

Also, I am going to use a cliche isekai setting but have our protagonist a bit more down to earth. Wait, does that saying still count?

Cover - MilwaukeeMac
This Story is on Wattpad, Webnovel, RoyalRoad and Scribblehub. <<less