Transported to another world—and caught in events over his head—Gwyn Black is given the title of a hero. Armed with the power to liquefy solids, he faces colorful, deadly opponents as well as his inner struggles. Should he succumb to darkness or become fit to bear the title of Nonpareil is something only time will tell.... more>>

Volumes 1 – 4 [Act 1] Gwyn arrives on Resh and is quickly swept up with a team on a journey to a brightly glowing city, where he encounters foes far above his ability.

Volume 5 – Current [Act 2] Following the events in Nun, the team has split and gone home, but the forces at work are still active, and tragedy looms over the horizon.

Chapter releases are one per week.

Volume 1 [updated and professionally edited] is available on Amazon and other platforms. <<less

Two Lives, Two Souls, Both forced down into their roles,
One in the Light, One in the Dark, As the Fates portend,
One to uphold, one to turn over the Mores,
Would they Save the World, or Bring it to its End?... more>>

A story where things might not be what they seem like.

Several high school students found their lives suddenly turned upside down when they were summoned to another world as [Heroes]. One found themselves before an entity that only recalled memories of eldritch gods, and found themselves changed into something else altogether. Circumstances forced the former friends into opposing sides, each finding out more from their own side of the story.

In the end, who told the truth? Who fed them with lies? What was best for the world they had been brought to? All were answers they have to find for themselves.

Chapters will range from 2-3k words, scheduled for release every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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Expect:

-A deconstructed Isekai story told from different angles and views

-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

In the Avalyne Empire, there is only one way to achieve greatness: exhibition matches. Those who possess the power to bestow god-given gifts known as Crests stand tall and proud as nobles, supporting their knights who wade into battle for the sake of glory, victory, and honor. Knights and nobles alike study and train at Avalyne Academy to hone their skills and participate in academy-level matches, all while forming lasting bonds to become fully-fledged pairs.... more>>

Among those students is the so-called "strongest knight" Medrauta, yet despite her title, she hasn't managed to win a single match. Instead, she's impressively racked up over two-hundred losses within the course of the very first month. However, when she's faced with the prospect of expulsion due to various circumstances, her life gradually begins to change.

As Medrauta struggles to truly become someone worthy of the title "knight", she gains new friends, hope, and experience.

Chapters update every day!

To support the series, gain access to Patron-exclusive side-chapters, or read ahead, please visit https://www.patreon.com/hungrysheep! <<less

What a wrong way to reincarnate after being murdered by one's best friend!... more>>

Nekohiko's throat was slit as he was ascending his throne as the Supreme Divine Emperor. A moment later, his murderer claimed that very throne for himself. To add the insult to the injury -- Nekohiko's name was erased from all the history books as though he had never existed.

Driven by intense resentment, Nekohiko refused to die. He reincarnated. He had to find out how someone who loved him and who he loved back could destroy him so utterly along with everything Nekohiko stood for.

The only problem was that he reincarnated as a... tree. No, much worse than that. A cut tree. A simple wooden log sent to a workshop to be shaped into, let's say, a table, or a chair, or maybe -- if fortunate -- into a bookshelf for the new Emperor.

Until Nekohiko meets a soul that understands his pain and is willing to help a poor tree log gain shape that is far more fitting for a human bent on nothing but sweet, slow revenge.

Or, even better -- several shapes.

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I will release a chapter every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

See the Glossary for more Information about the romance (ML section). Or in general -- for pictures and miscellaneous stuff about the book. ^^

The story is a slow burn with plenty of twists and turns and will involve a lot of mystery-solving to understand the motivations and goals of different characters. Action sequences will happen when the plot calls for them, but they will all require buildup to greater impact. The main themes are emotional and psychological explorations of identity, desire, fate, and intent. Characters will grow and develop across present arcs but flashbacks to provide context and mystery clues to their behaviors will be in order, yet without overpowering the present narrative (Flashbacks are episodic slice-of-life and do not have their own plot line).

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Pain and loss make us better and stronger people. This is the story of a superhero who started from a broken home and found more. When your powers came from a notorious super villain, does that fact define your future? Who you are?... more>>

Disclaimers: Arc 3 - An Ill Wind through current are loosely edited by myself. Arc 1 - The Dream - Arc 2 - Second Flight are highly edited.

My co-writer isn't with us anymore. I've converted this story into a serialized novel series. I don't consider this to be just any novel, since it has personal and sentimental value. Everything from The Dream to Saucery was co-written by Sureia (Khaizard), my late fiancee'. Let's see where the story goes beyond from arc 6 through 9, where it will end.

The cover image IS owned by me and was commissioned.
Art by WhiteNamikaze@DeviantArt.
Edited By: AlliterativeArts (1-3), Raleon (1), Trismegistus Shandy (1-2), Rellawing (All)
SuperLuminal © Rellawing 2021. All Rights Reserved. <<less

Long ago, humans triumphed over dragons, imprisoning them into human mortals now known as dragonoids. These dragonoids endured centuries of enslavement at the hands of humans until they were liberated by the Dragonoid Rights Law. However, this newfound freedom spurred the dragonoids to rally their forces for decades, culminating in the overthrow of the human kingdom as revenge for their centuries of subjugation.... more>>

Within the fallen kingdom of Alterra, Lysander Faradeiss stands as one of the last surviving humans. Armed with Regression Magic, he embarks on a mission to eliminate Hiraya Misteltein, the catalyst of the impending war between humans and dragonoids. Yet, destiny weaves an unexpected path when a long-forgotten magic, the Vesryn Pulse, binds their fates.

"Vesryn Pulse: Lysander of the Regression" chronicles the high-octane journey of a man thrust back in time, determined to rewrite history. As he grapples with the dire consequences of altering the past, Lysander learns that the price of salvation may be greater than he ever imagined.

*All Vesryn Pulse novels are standalone, but they are all connected and might spoil each other* <<less

Yan BarCarran has never felt at home. She’s an orphan among her extended family, a spacer among the ground dwellers while at school, and a one-in-a-million oddity born with the ability to use the God-given power. Still, at least at the Academy, an elite theological school where those with the power are sent to train, she knows where she stands. Her peaceful life falls apart when she receives her apprenticeship invitation at graduation.... more>>

Aymon Sandreas is the de facto leader of the Empire. He commands hundreds of powerful starships and keeps order among the planets under his rule. He’s also getting older, and the time has come for him to choose apprentices, one of whom will eventually become his chosen successor. He picks three students: the spiritual and talented Yan, the mysterious and troubled Kino, and the impulsive and striving Sid.

Now in the dead center of politics, Yan faces danger from would-be assassins and political rivals. If she doesn’t learn well enough and fast enough, she’ll die before she ever has a chance to make a difference. Between her fellow apprentices, the reformed criminal tasked with teaching her survival, and even her powerful master, Yan isn’t sure who to trust in this dangerous new world.

Sometimes, the right choice is the hardest thing to see. <<less

This is a story about the villain's rise from street rat to tyrant, and his ill-fated romance with the golden-eyed hero.... more>>

Rin the Rat is destined to be the villain, the black-hearted monster who the righteous hero must conquer. He's got a nasty bite, a filthy mouth, and a beautiful façade that hides a lethal madness. 

Fifth Lord Hwan Jun is destined to be the People's Lion, the righteous hero who must war with his heart to save the world. His healing hand and gentle temperament is the only power in the world that can tame his beloved monster.

When fate draws hero and villain together, there's an unlikely and undeniable connection. They are destined to be devoted lovers. And destined to be mortal enemies. 

This is their story. From their first meeting in the Imperial city of Hanjuyang to their final confrontation on the bloody battleground. Spanning across four nations, the realms of the living and the dead, and over twelve beautiful and painful years.

AN: I am currently doing a rewrite and update of earlier arcs.

For the most up to date version of the novel, please check it out at:
https://chrysanthemumgarden.com/novel-tl/rin/

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Book I: The Rat & The Little Lord (Current)
Book II: The Rebel & The Knight
Book III: The Tyrant & The Hero

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CW: All characters are 18 and older in this story! Please be aware that this story contains difficult themes that may be triggering to some readers. I will always post a content warning at the start of every chapter when relevant. Themes include: graphic violence, gore, physical/sexual/emotional abuse, graphic sex scenes, trauma and mental illness, personality disorders, substance abuse, drug use, self-harm & s*icide, r*pe & sexual assault, gaslighting/manipulation, domestic violence, and MANY other difficult adult themes.

Cultural Representation: This is set in a fantastical amalgamation of East Asian countries (namely Korea, Japan & China) with heavy Western/European influences. There will be names that are real and fake as well as references to various Asian cultures. I will generally only stick to East Asian cultures and references as this is my own cultural heritage. Any other culture I reference will only be done after extensive research. If you find I am stepping out of my lane in any way, please let me know.

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Cover Art: woodjabean
Check them out @ https://ko-fi.com/woodjabean

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© 2023 Iseul Hwangbo, All Rights Reserved <<less

Hope Lauren has read her share of comics. She’s seen supers around her city, even been saved by some on occasion. And she always hoped that she’d be able to join them. ... more>>

With Jack, her grizzled older mentor with secrets that could shake the world, and Pantheon, a new team of heroes, Hope will have to fight against monumental odds to save Oleander City.

In a world of action, comedy, tragedy and adventure, there’s plenty for a new hero to do.

*Readers can expect a mostly adventure themed superhero journey, that will include slice of life, action, and hopefully interesting world building. Will also contain a slow burn GL plotline I'll get to eventually when I feel like it I guess. This will be a very long story with many arcs*

New chapter every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. <<less

A tale of betrayal, lies and love. SeJun University is like a jungle. Everyone belongs to a clan, a group or club. The groups leaders hate each other more than anything and it's obvious to guess why.Their one mission , conquer the school and make everyone obey them. The question is how far are they willing to go to achieve this goal... more>>

Falling in love is easy even with your enemy but choosing your heart when things go south is probably the thin line that defines true love.

When you come to this school, one thing is for certain. Trust no one.. Even close Friends tie hatchets over each other's heads . Lovers break their own hearts just to survive.. Being a someone in this school is like walking around with a dart board when everyone is trying to hit the bulll s eye.. <<less

Isekai, fantasy, with the core themes of Identity and Fate. The story contains a, mostly, lesbian cast.... more>>

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Just when she was about to confess to the man of her dreams, Eve is taken by a light to another world. Swallowing her up, against her will, eroding her, it demands a life so contrary to her previous one. In a new world with the title of “Zeroth” forced upon her, she must rely on her newfound “friends” to stay sane and navigate her responsibilities.

But bit by bit, the world loses sight of the girl inside; seeing only “Zero,” the person she did not desire to be, but the hero that the world needed.

Will Eve let the title she bears consume her, or will she become the hero in both body and mind? This is the tale of her struggles, and a star-crossed love destined by Fate to never converge. This is the tale of Zero.
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This story is a slow-burn, meant to be a few hundred pages or more in length, so the plot isn't the fastest to move. It also has lesbian-themed relationships for the majority of its cast. This story partially falls under, "harem" with the main character being female and gaining the affection of other females, against (at first) the main character's (Eve) will.

This first arc will be more focused on the mentality and emotions of the cast with battles spaced intermittently. The second arc will involve a lot more fighting.
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I have a short story drama called, "Escape The KNIGHT" about a woman being kidnapped and used in experimentations to rid the world of all diseases, with light yuri and supernatural undertones: https://www.scribblehub.com/series/55437/escape-the-knight/

Follow me at: https://twitter.com/ozefen0

Share the story if you think it's good. And please rate some stars and leave reviews guys. It will help encourage other people to take a chance with the story and get to know this wonderful journey with us. Also, a friend has made a Discord for the "Zeroth Universe" if anyone wants to join and hang out to talk about the stories, theories, or just general fun chats with us!

https://discord.gg/f3Bc4TR <<less

In this world, there are haves and have nots. The former are pureblooded humans, some of whom are capable of manipulating qi, the mysterious energy that flows through every living creature, to miraculous results that defy the laws of nature and physics. Wen Feili was one such cultivator. However, she allied with the have nots- the anthropomorphic hybrids incapable of channeling qi-and dabbled in forbidden demonic arts, seeking to change the very composition of reality. This did not end well for her, and she was consumed by her own flames. ... more>>

A decade later, far in the northwestern mountains, her daughter Wen Fengli is working as a lowly servant of the minor Shuangshan sect. In between sweeping the floor and avoiding bullies, she secretly trains with a wooden sword, hoping to become a warrior cultivator at some point in the future. However, since she's part-human, part-wolf, it's just a pipe dream.

....or so she bitterly thought. However, one day a mysterious amulet that belonged to her mother falls into her hands. A deranged old master, a terrible conspiracy, a mysterious past? None of that matters to tomboyish wolfgirl, who only seeks to become stronger. She embarks on a journey of adventure and self-discovery, towards the mysterious southern lands where pure demi-humans are said to live...as spectre of war once again envelops the world of man.

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This is a Chinese-themed fantasy story set in a fictional world. You can classify it as xianxia, if you wish, but it's a rather low fantasy variant; the heavenly realm is silent, no one reached immortality in generations, and magical artifacts of old are locked away and feared. Magical beasts and spirits have been driven to the corners of civilization, and "ordinary" abilities such as flying or controlling swords through telekinesis are considered spectacular feats. The main plot of this book revolves around a kemonomimi girl who seeks power, no matter the cost.

The cover image was drawn by minyaxj, per my request, on a commercial license. <<less

The Action packed adventure of the gorgeous, but evil superhuman agent, Jaakuna Warasaki. Her skills in infiltration and sabotage, coupled with her deadly fighting abilities, make her one of the most dangerous secret mercenaries in the world.
Growing up in a rather rough and tragic environment thanks to her crimeboss father, she joins the evil mercenary organization, Kurai Yohei, as the top agent. However, after stealing top secret blueprints to advanced energy weaponry, she even develops ambitions to take control of not only her own organization, but the entirety of Japan in an effort for revenge on her pops.... more>>

The only one who may have a chance to stop her and the organization is her former best friend/private super detective, Naomi. Will Naomi's skills be enough to stop the evil Jaakuna, or will Jaakuna crush and dominate society as we know it?

Inspired by a myriad of anime and other fictional shows/movies. So, while it is not a fanfiction, many readers will probably be able to pick up the similarities and references to other anime. For example, the evil organization, that was inspired by groups like the Akatsuki from Naruto, the Espada from bleach, and the homunculi from Fullmetal Alchemist.

Contains: mild sexual content, violence and language, equal to a p.g. 13 rating. <<less

'Sinner of the Spades' takes place in an alternate early 20th century, at the turn of industrial advancement. Set in a world where one Empire rules over the majority of the western continent, the world is ravaged by the aftereffects of a great war. It is a world of tragedy, of longing for wealth, of parading high above the clouds, of mechanical automatons, and of grand tales of sorcery not many have had the chance to see themselves.... more>>

Lumière Croft is a show magician in the middle borough of the city-state of Leiden- rather, an illusionist. A career liar. Responsible for making money to help out at the monastery he lives in, he can only curse the dreadful circumstances around him, and wish desperately that something would change.

Although, that change is not always a good thing.

Only when the shadows around him begin to creep, and when the sky grows burgeoning eyes, and when blood is spilled, does he find hope of fulfilling his wishes.

To have sunlight, the world must be balanced with cruelty. To have power, one must lose their soul, humanity, morality, or sanity. One must ultimately balance the scales of their debt, or fall eternally to suffering, and have the scales corrected by force.

This is the story of balance, of hope, and of the tragedy of a liar.

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“We’re all liars who pretend that the world is okay, and as liars we adopt philosophies and ideologies to cope with its cruelty. Because the world has hope, as long as we speak these lies loud enough, they’ll surely become true.” - Lumière Croft.

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Cover illustration done by @i_evuuu/Everest <<less

*This fanfiction contains spoilers for Danganronpa 1, 2 and Danganronpa V3.*
Kaede Akamatsu woke up inside an unknown dormitory bedroom and met her friend Shuichi... more>> Saihara who she thought she would never see again. They exited the room to encounter their friends as well as students from the Hope's Peak Academy's Killing game such as Makoto and Kyoko. Jabberwock Island's Killing game members such as Hajime and Nagito were there too. Soon enough, through the transmitter Monokuma's voice resounded throughout the hall. He ordered them around, most likely planning a malicious game again. <<less

Archangel Lumeria is banished from Heaven for causing a war in the human realm with her incompetence and God won't let her return to heaven unless she brings peace to the Seven Kingdoms. The only problem is, the mortal body of Bathory Yggstel Weiss, Third Princess of the fallen Kingdom of Genocia, that she's borrowing is hellishly weak! Why can't Lumeria use any of her divine powers? Wait, what? Bathory? Is that Bathory? Why is she still here? She's supposed to have passed on by now. Oh, she won't pass on until her last wish is fulfilled and she's going to hold Lumeria's divine powers as hostage? What is her last wish anyway? She wants... more>> to XXXX hot guys? Huh? What sort of cheap erotica plot line is this? No she won't! She's going to bring peace to the Seven Kingdoms!

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A/n: Okay. Despite the title and the description. I swear there is plot in here and this novel isn't just an excuse to write smut. Do note, the religions and cultures presented in this novel is no way representative of real life religion and cultures. Everything in this story is completely fictional.

Trigger warning: Be aware that this novel includes strong disturbing themes depicting sensitive topics such as but not limited to, SA, slavery, gory imageries and gratuitous violence. None of these themes will be written in a positive light, however, viewer's discretions is advised. <<less

Sixteen-year-old Peter Parker's life was a mess. His successfully failed attempt at giving himself superpowers turned him into a giant mindless feral lizard and his death battle with the very vigilante that inspired his actions, the one who he once admired(Spider-Women) was the least of his problems.... more>>

After being left for dead and actually dying, something brought him back, changing him to the point where he doesn't even know how much of him is him and how much is the cosmic being that's now a part of him.

A/N: This is my first attempt at writing a fanfic so reviews, criticisms, and tips, are welcome, feel free to highlight my mistakes or what you think I need to improve on.

This novel is written by an amateur in their spare time, and as such will contain

Grammar mistakes
Spelling mistakes
Syntax mistakes

Disclaimer: This fanfiction is a work of fiction inspired by existing characters, settings, and/or concepts from [original source material]. It is created by fans for entertainment purposes only and is not intended for commercial use. All rights to the original characters, settings, and/or concepts belong to their respective creators and/or copyright holders. <<less

When a lost girl wakes up without a name, she quickly finds herself alone in a way that people around her can’t fix.... more>>

Without a real plan and desperate to find what’s wrong with her, she thrashes and bites to stay alive.

But human beings are weak things, that band together for strength, no matter who we are. Now if only she could work up the courage to ask one question...

It’s normal to get stronger when you drink the blood of monsters. Right?

[Things to expect:

- A powerful but kinda neurotic and emotional protagonist, with some degree of weak to strong. Or maybe strong to stronger, honestly. She's pretty rational and practical about things but won't always make the best decisions, so be warned if you super-dislike characters doing dumb stuff for emotional reasons sometimes.

- Lots of dialogue and characterization, especially as we get more into it. It's focused on a single POV, but there might be some sections of other POVs later on, I'm not sure right now.

- Magic is on the softer side, but I'll try to keep things fleshed out enough to avoid any obvious "well-established magic could have seemingly instantly solved this problem" moments.

- I didn't add the mystery tag because I feel like it implies that this is a detective novel or something, but the story is absolutely incredibly opaque at times. So you'll have the most fun if you go into it trying to puzzle out the nature of events before they're explicitly explained!😇

- Also, I added the genre for completion, but it's gonna take a while to get to the romance. Please wait warmly and have some tea.] <<less

Antonius Catero is a young man who, despite his family's protests, joins the diplomacy division of the Cohort, the ruling body of Vetulonian Republic.
His new path takes him on a journey around the continent of Helena, an adventure on which he'll encounter Elves, Dwarves and even ghastly Orcs.... more>>

Becoming a Cohortian, his former simplistic view of the world shatters, forcing him to reinvent himself. All the while a great danger is rising in the east, threating to engulf the whole of Helena.

I'll upload new chapters every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. <<less

Evangeline Sayagawa makes the ultimate choice at the cost of the ultimate sacrifice: She decides to leave her world that she fought so hard to return to, and return to Arsea in hopes of saving everyone. Little was she aware of just how bad things had gotten. The world she was returning to was cast into chaos and on the precipice of being destroyed. She awakens in this new kind of Arsea, after having witness the end of a dear friend. The world now belonged to the monstrosities of old, the Beta, and their corrupted human warriors, the Eld.... more>>

With her fake identity, that which defined her in this world, being stripped from her, she now has to navigate a darkness in which not even the women she loves recognize her.

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This is book 2 of the Evangeline Sayagawa "Zeroth Knight" story, with book 1 being found here: https://www.scribblehub.com/series/54937/zeroth-knight/

The first "chapter" posted here is a hyper-condensed version of volume/book 1, in case anyone needs a generalized refresher of events, or for those who wish to start with this book instead as it is faster paced and more action-packed than the first one. Suffice to say, but most of the details from book 1 are lost by doing this; however, enough of the more-important information is present to allow one to understand the general idea of what is going on.

This book features a mostly lesbian cast and deals more so with fate and crises of identity more than anything else. However, there is much more action in this one than any of my other stories thus far and brings about the end of Evangeline Sayagawa's story arch... sort of.

I have another story up, a short story drama with light yuri and supernatural themes: "Escape The KNIGHT" here: https://www.scribblehub.com/series/55437/escape-the-knight/

Follow me on Twitter @Ozefen0 to stay up to date on my stories and what have you.

Share the story if you think it's good. And please rate some stars and leave reviews guys. It will help encourage other people to take a chance with the story and get to know this wonderful journey with us. Also, a friend has made a Discord for the "Zeroth Universe" if anyone wants to join and hang out to talk about the stories, theories, or just general fun chats with us!

https://discord.gg/f3Bc4TR <<less

When woe, fear, death and despair crept into the hearts and minds of all people, only one man remained to stand against it. In the final desperate attempt to save the world from this wicked evil burning away at the centre, the world's strongest man conquers the ominous umbral hanging over the world, sacrificing his life for the greater sake of the world.... more>>

Power, prestige, fame and great wealth could all be claimed under his name, Milo Xander. Though his meagre thirty two years alive were filled with solitude and mutilated bodies attentively lingering behind, the words he repeats constantly in his mind are, “I do not regret anything.”

Yet nevertheless, fate has its own plan and years down the line, the world’s strongest man, reincarnates with a chance to amend the wrongs and pursue his missing heart.

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Two best friends, Indra and Daemon trained hard since young, persevering and finally attaining the highest known realm; Cosmic realm. However, due to their differences in ideologies, Indra followed the virtuous path, while Daemon followed the evil path. ... more>>

Fracturing their relationship, they put their friendship aside and finally confronted each other. Unleashing their final attacks, Indra gets blown away, and manages to escape earth with his life hanging by a thread, only to hibernate in a neutron star while Daemon mysteriously disappears. Unbeknownst to Indra, he wakes up 500 years later.

Follow Indra, as he embarks his journey back to earth to save his people and put an end to Damon's crimes.

P.S: This cover is not mine. If this is owned by anyone, please do let me know and I will take it down. Thanks. <<less

A reupload of the Agatha Loop, with significant fixes.... more>>

They asked Amber to become a magical girl three times.

She refused.

That only made her more interesting.

The fourth time, she asked them.

What to expect:
-Magical Girl Shenanigans
-Cute stuff
-Lesbians across the spectrum of usefulness
-Existential horror
-Interesting worldbuilding and interlinked magical systems
-Conspiracies and mysteries
-A time-looping main character
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Your average save the world trope with a dark twist.... more>>

Currently: The Oracle's Penance

Oracles were known as divine handouts passed down from the Holy Creator to give guidance to the people. What does it mean if the title of Oracle is bestowed upon an individual? A call for adventuring, dungeon diving, slaying monster, right? Maybe. Before an individual named Kihet, An Enui from a secluded village could fulfill his dream of embarking a grand adventure, a tragedy from his past returned to haunt him.

Kihet couldn’t remember much of an unfortunate accident that left many important hunters and loved ones dead. He only recalled a vague memory of a mysterious man etching a cursed symbol on him and recited some words from an ominous book in hand.

"For the reckoning that is to come, all are tested.
Thou shall be the shadow of which valiant souls shine and guide thee through harsh trials.
Till oblivion comes, do not turn astray but to continue down the path thou chosen to walk.
Lastly, thou must not see eye to eye with, but against the world."

What does it mean? Does it relate to the mysterious Tower only Kihet and his friends could see? What dark secrets unfold as he tried to look for answers?

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The story starts after the prologue arc. Some tags do not apply until main story starts.
All content warnings on to give myself a bit more freedom.

Story isn't perfect but I hope I'll be able improve on it.

Lastly, the story is very very slow paced especially in the beginning. The Prologue can be skipped. <<less

Four years ago, Alex was one of the first players of an experimental VR game called Rune, where death came suddenly and all the players had were a pitifully small health pool and a few runes nobody knew how to use. Today, the situation is better: Crafters manage item creation in the cities, while Fighters take those items into the world’s portals, slowly expanding the reach of civilization in spite of the randomly appearing monsters.... more>>

With civilization comes systems of power, and in the meantime, Alex lost her position, if not the prestige. Then, a routine job leads to the unexpected, and Alex is left to rebuild herself into a new image. This time, with other powers already established… and nipping at her heels.

(Harem is tagged but it's honestly polyamory. I hate the word harem but given that some people would interpret it as such, in it goes.) <<less