For months, Kieran's nights have been tormented by relentless nightmares. Every time he closes his eyes, he is thrust into a nightmarish realm where a brutal and bloody battle unfolds between countless races and an onslaught of infinite beasts. Amidst the chaos is a mysterious figure, a woman whose fate is inexplicably intertwined with Kieran's.... more>>

Each night, he witnesses her valiant struggle, fighting alongside the diverse races against the overwhelming tide of vicious beasts. But, no matter how hard she fights, she meets a tragic end, leaving Kieran to wake in a state of panic and despair.

Today, a glimmer of hope shines upon Kieran as the long-awaited awakening ceremony beginnings. With it comes the promise of transformation and revelation. In the depths of his heart, he yearns for liberation from the shackles that have bound him, longing to freely explore the vast expanse of the universe.

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Chapter lengths: I end the chapter when I feel like it, some can do 1k words and others 2k words, but the average will be 1k words.
Cover: The cover is official, and I own the right to it. It's been made by 狼 Wølf. https://linktr.ee/wolf3994
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Warning: gore scene can be described.
Disclaimer:
It's my first time writing a story, and English is not my first language. I will surely make narrative/story or grammatical mistakes, but I hope you will enjoy my story and give me time to improve. <<less

When the Comet burned through the heavens and landed on Theia, everything changed. ... more>>

A virus spread through the world at a sickening pace, desperate to infect every living being and turn them into something... superior.

The infected individuals became rabid monsters hell-bent on consuming not only the healthy ones, but would even turn on themselves. The more they consumed, the stronger they became.

Then there was humanity. When the world went to shit the darkness in their hearts was finally unleashed and allowed to flourish, showing their true nature. They committed all kinds of atrocities against their fellow man, even during these troubled times.

But then again, you can't really blame them can you? They are just... inferior beings after all.

That's why it's my duty to show them a better path. To make them all infected. Because once they see the glory of it, they will thank me. Treat me like a Messiah. Or even a God.

Instead of calling me names like 'The Monster' or 'The Devil'.

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Go in with low expectations. I'm not good at writing. <<less

Issa’s shadow powers are a curse, and they are going to kill her. While the potent magic helps her and her sister Kyrae get by on the muddy streets of Ess’Sylantziis, the cost will drive them both to the brink. Will the Temple of Jaezotl that rules over the jungles of the Empire of Jii’Kalaga from its great stone ziggurats actually help them? Or will the pair of sisters—one a lamia, and one an elf—be driven from the shadows of insignificance into the light of the Empire’s power games?
And just what kind of entity is Issa linked to that is neither god nor mortal?... more>>

Scales & Shadows is a fantasy novel with a character-driven plot, elements of drama and political intrigue, and a dash of late romance set in a misty-jungled land of elves and snake people.

New Chapters on Sundays. Ideally every week, but often every other week.
Cover art is by the amazing and wonderful Cutetanuki-chan. Links to her tumblr and twitter are after the Prologue. <<less

Dark One is set in the kingdom of Vorthe, a land that has earned its peace and stability as a result of the efforts and sacrifices of past heroes. But alas, calamity draws near! A being of unearthly hunger for chaos and destruction, which leaves ghost cities in its wake — a creation of the Cataclysm from eons past — will soon be awakened. ... more>>

The Royal family goes to great lengths to cover this up as the utmost of secrets. However, our protagonist, Jerome, was reborn in Vorthe to inherit this Ancient Dark Power.

Jerome will embark on a journey to rescue his friends and family who will be displaced all around the kingdom of Vorthe, all while escaping condemnation brought down upon him by the will of powers he should never have raised his hand in resistance against. All these he does while keeping the Beast inside him at bay. But it bides its time, waiting...

For a moment of weakness.

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.

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Dark One is a Progression Fantasy Web novel. It’s set in a world where humans can obtain supernatural powers and grow in these powers to become stronger depending on their aptitude, and their fortunate encounters along their journey as sacred artists.

A sacred artist’s advancement is quantified through a system called Realms — like stages of growth. The dream of every sacred artist is immortality — if they don’t lose their motivation along the way.

Longevity is not uncommon, but immortality is a thing of legend!

Important Notice: With the current path the story is taking, it will slowly become harem themed. But the plot would remain the overall focus. <<less

Val is a struggling college student who sees no worth in his own existence except for helping others avoid becoming like him. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he is suddenly transported and reincarnated by a mysterious Eldritch being into a game/novel he had seen before—but with a twist.... more>>

Thrown into this new world with no recollection of his conversation with the entity, Val assumes that parts of it have been erased for some unknown reason. Desperate to return to his parents and grandfather, he searches for any clue that might lead him back.

This war-torn world bears eerie similarities to infamous conflicts from his past life, blending the 1940s era with magic, developing medicine, and other unique elements. Despite the bleakness surrounding him, Val navigates through life with humor, helping others through massage techniques and survival skills.

At the age of 21, he encounters a young girl from a fallen empire and decides to take care of her—unaware that she is an omen of even darker and more gruesome events to come after the war. <<less

►Just one more step and I might reach freedom...◄... more>>

Dragged off to Alola by her father, Domino has only one wish: ESCAPE!
With her memories mostly wiped out and foreign voices buzzing through her head, she realises she can't continue to stand still. Together with her Zorua, she dares to leap into the unknown - only to be picked up by the Explorers, searching for a black Rayquaza. With them, she not only stumbles across the Pokémon's secret, but also over fragments of days gone by.
Suddenly, Plasma is on the hunt for her, the Explorers start to falter, Team Rocket becomes a safe haven and every known stability collapses.
All that remains is Amethio, a boy whose feelings remain fickle - unsure whether love between greed and control is even allowed.

[Main story of "The Lost Universe".
Readable without side stories.] <<less

Army Ranger Sergeant Dean Forester, an RSTF operator, is sent on a mission to retake and destroy a secret lab now belonging to Humanities mortal enemy: The Orith. After everything goes wrong for himself and his squad, Dean is sent through an experimental wormhole on the verge of death to a whole new world, one that is corrupted by war and slavery.... more>>

Twilight Sparkle, the last Alicorn, is on the run. It had been nearly two years since the Dark Elves took the peaceful land of Equestria, enslaving it's habitants, imprisoning the remaining elements, and killing the remaining princesses. With all hope seeming to be lost, Twilight stumbles upon an interesting discovery deep within the Everfree, something she had only heard stories about: A Human.

The two must team up and take back the land of Equestria. Challenges will be faced, blood will be spilt, and maybe, just maybe, Sergeant Dean Forester will finally find his peace and harmony in this new land...

This Human in Equestria inspired work is full of action, adventure, romance, and fantasy. Be warned, this story is rated mature for suggested sexual acts, course language, gore, and violence.

Audience reviews:

"Wonderful story. Definitely underrated" - Marmo
"Lovely storytelling as always." - User14314
"Amazing work you've done here, you had me hooked from the beginning" - Darksoul85

Original Story can be found on Fimfiction.net. <<less

Calliope Mondegrene has always felt a bit of an alien among her fellow humans. A nerdy self-proclaimed loser sleepwalking through life in a Bostonian triplex, her introversion seems to be boundless, to the point where it leads her to avoid social interaction at the parties she's forced to attend--by getting really, really, high.... more>>

Too high, it turns out, when she sees--and is seen by--something beyond her understanding that, for some unfathomable reason, takes an interest in her sad little life.

Antigreen is a queer eldritch romance, exploring the palpitating horror of unconditional love, the infectiousness of personhood, and the darkness of the feminine void. Set in an alternate low fantasy Massachusetts, it blends titles and tidbits from the works of H.P. Lovecraft (The Colour out of Space, etc) with some quantum chromodynamics and allusions to the Queen of Heaven, along with a women-centered cast and a queer, transfem protagonist.

Originally publishing on AO3 at https://archiveofourown.org/works/52571968!
There, I also post art along with each chapter, usually.

No generative AI was used or will ever be used in the writing of, or any artwork made for, this work.

Cover by @mozgpit.bsky.social

Updates monthly, despite what early chapters/week numbers might show, as I'm migrating the text from AO3.
I'm trying to be more regular about particular monthdays.

Next update (17): July 2025 <<less

Davezar.... more>>

That’s the only name they call him in the cold chamber of the lab where he’s held—and the only name he’s ever known. Sometimes, they refer to him as Subject R.T.R.

His body is strange. Though human blood supposedly runs through his veins, his appearance is anything but ordinary. He looks... bizarre. Alien. Davezar has no memory of his past, nor does he understand why the scientists are so obsessed with him. They never tell him anything.

What keeps him going is his playful personality—his jokes and lightheartedness. But beneath the surface lies a deep, gnawing loneliness... an emptiness. A strange, inexplicable self-hatred, as if it’s been carved into his soul, despite having no memories to justify it.

Then, everything changes.

The sterile lab erupts with red sirens and distant screams. Amid the chaos, Davezar seizes his chance to escape. But as he steps into freedom, he encounters something—something beautiful, yet horrifying: a faceless golem, drenched in blood.

And it’s chasing him. Relentlessly.

Little does Davezar know, his journey to uncover the truth will drag him through horrors far darker than he could ever imagine—secrets buried not only within himself, but across every world and dimension he’s touched... long before he ever forgot. And the secret of the Golem that will chase him forever. <<less

Gifts for a god at the edge of the world, cyborg dance-fight clubs, vampires in the snow, duck collectors, jettisoned kings, talks with long-gone friends, and things stranger still.... more>>

This is a microfiction anthology recording various interesting dreams that I've had. Dreams being what they are, the content, subject matter, and genre is something of a mixed bag, but peruse enough and you may find something that interests you.

So, what would you like to have a dream about? <<less

In a world where dreams are a gateway to the unknown, Toby Robinson's life is about to take a dramatic turn. After inheriting the mysterious Dream System, Toby discovers he can venture into the realm of dreams, unlocking supernatural adventures and unimaginable possibilities.... more>>

But with great power comes great responsibility, and Toby's newfound abilities have caught the attention of unknown forces. As he delves deeper into the world of dreams, Toby must confront the dark secrets surrounding the Dream System's origins and the true intentions of its creators.

Will this carefree teenager be able to harness the power of the Dream System to save his world, or will the weight of destiny crush him?

Dive into the thrilling adventures of Toby Robinson as he navigates the blurred lines between dreams and reality.

[Congratulations, You Have Inherited The Dream System] <<less

Before his parents’ death, Tendo was living a normal life but after that night everything changed drastically. A mysterious world he never thought even existed.... more>> He was some kind of rare animal and the last of his kind. Now he has to face this reality. He has only two options now, to become stronger or get killed by some unknown strangers who are mad for his blood. <<less

When XO Max Picard and the catastrophically unlucky crew of the Chronos respond to a distress call from the Lohengrin colony, they find only darkness... more>> and enough nightmare material to fill several therapy sessions. Unfortunately, something sneaks back in with them, a parasitic horror with a talent for human body modification and a complete disregard for personal boundaries, all while EREBUS, the ship's AI, decides that sanity is just a suggestion and insanity is the new trend.
Now Picard is trapped on a ship full of crewmen turned monsters, tormented by visions of forests and fireflies, and watching as a mysterious vessel approaches through space. Apparently the universe decided that one existential threat was not enough for one Tuesday. A connection between an ancient alien machine, these ghostly visions and the ghastly creatures must be established, assuming Picard lives long enough to discover it.
When the lights go on, humanity goes out.
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This is a novel I finished last year, but I will post it here as a web serial. In a nutshell, this thing is like System Shock 2 but on crack.
Update once a week, on Sundays. <<less

By day, they blend in. By night, they hunt nightmares.... more>>

Muma Hunters are the unseen protectors of society—fighting monstrous beings born from trauma, fear, and regret. Most live double lives, hiding their true roles behind ordinary faces. Some are students. Others are adults. But all carry the weight of darkness no one else can see.

Reiji Kurosaki is one of them. A recent graduate of the Muma Hunting Academy, he's assigned to Chira City, where he must balance a façade of normalcy with his duties as a night-time hunter. As he dives into the minds of victims and confronts nightmare creatures, he also begins unraveling the mysteries surrounding the Muma—and himself.

The story starts slowly to build the world and characters—but it’s all leading somewhere. It may not be for everyone, but if you're into anime, intense character journeys, dreamlike battles, and a bit of darkness, give it a try.

Update Schedule:
Chapters will be posted as regularly as possible. You’re welcome to read them as they come out or save them up to binge weekly. Once I settle into a consistent release rhythm, I’ll update this section with a fixed schedule. <<less

The beginning of my dungeon-punk fantasy horror series.

“Did you despise me? Do you still?”
Three years ago, Olen Doe woke up with absolutely no memory of his life prior to then, only an unbreakable conviction that Ileana Grace — formerly active as the magical heroine Stardust — saved him, though from what, exactly, he’s never been sure of. Ileana and her companions made it clear at the time that this was a gift, a second chance at life, but Olen soon found that a so-called “normal life” as an average human child really wasn’t as great as people made it seem. These days, he can only dream of something greater.
That is, until dreaming itself is threatened, and a... more>> memory sparks.
Stardust may have soundly defeated her enemies three years ago, but a new threat is on the rise, something that’s sucking out people’s dreams — and with them, their hopes and desires — leaving them as empty husks. With the power of Stardust gone for good, Olen takes it upon himself to investigate, while also experimenting with the strange powers that are returning to him together with his memories.
The power to weave nightmares into reality… It might just let Olen get everything he’s ever wanted. Still, as he remembers more about exactly what he was before his salvation, and as the danger grows from without and within, Olen must come to terms with his old life and decide who he really wants to be in this one…

(Takes place in the same continuity as my first attempt at web original fiction, Shattered Stardust; it follows from the planned ending, but no knowledge of Shattered Stardust is needed to understand this story, as Ileana's story is gradually told via flashbacks and dialogue. This story is also posted to Royal Road and its dedicated WordPress site. Cover art by SP on SKIMA.) <<less

Nightmares don't just haunt—they kill... more>>

Initiating the Forbidden ritual, Asher obtained a power that doesn't belong to him. But that power came with a price—a curse that could kill him in days.

Now, Asher thrust into an Abandoned World, full of dangers and a curse that deprives his sleep. 

Could Asher overcome the challenges and obtain the wish from Celestial Mind?

What to expect?

★ High stakes plots with lot of progression

★ Lots of world building 

★ World Hopping 

★ Unique Superpowers/Traits 

★ Skill advancement and development from Superpower/Trait <<less

Omnius — The First Truth Beyond All... more>>

Before gods, before time, before creation itself, there was Omnius. The First Truth.
The source of True Boundless Love and infinite power.
From Omnius sprang the Infinite Omniverses—realities beyond imagining.
In these realms, powerful beings rise, but none surpass the eternal essence of Omnius.
This is the story of boundless cycles, infinite reincarnations, and awakening to the ultimate truth.

future and past storytelling/Episodic <<less

Miles was destined from birth to be a "Guardian"—a Ghost Hunter, as he calls it. He inherited the ability to see spirits and ghosts from his parents, a gift (or curse) he despises.... more>>

Wanting nothing to do with his destiny, Miles moves to the remote town of Pine Ridge for college, far away from his parents' expectations. He just wants to live a normal life.

But when Emily, a quiet classmate from his physics course, begins to be stalked by a dangerous spirit, Miles reluctantly steps in to help. In doing so, he forms an unlikely friendship with her and uncovers a hidden mystery lurking in the town.

Now, Miles and Emily must work together to uncover the secrets of Pine Ridge, protect the town from malevolent spirits, and survive the pressure of their demanding STEM courses. Can they balance it all? Only time will tell. <<less

Something went wrong with the soulless pacifist timeline and now Frisk finds themselves here without knowing what should be happening.... more>>

There's are some strange things going on and Frisk is determined to find out even if it means going with their own curiosity. <<less

"If you enjoy acting like a beast, then shed your mortal form and walk the Earth as one."... more>>

Low on supplies and on their way to the warfront, Captain Nubela Argrath is forced to raid a human settlement on the moon of Kalibash. Heavily outgunned, the human colonists have no choice but to surrender their supplies to the cruel and uncaring Flarian captain, thus being condemned to death from starvation.

Along with the supplies, the colonists bestow an unknowing gift on Nubela, turning the remainder of the crew's journey to the front into a nightmare that transcends what their weapons can kill and their reason comprehend. <<less

I once peeked into the future!One year, there will be a peerless swordsman who will cut through the abyss of heaven and earth, and open... more>> up an unprecedented martial arts era!In order to follow his footsteps, to live up to the future, and to make this life worthwhile...I practiced hard, defeated countless opponents, killed tens of thousands of powerful enemies, and refused to accept the honor of being the first on the Heavenly Ranking. I dared not relax at all.The reason was to wait for him to appear!Challenge him, defeat him, and surpass him!Now...I hold up the Milky Way with my fingertips and ignite the sun with the fire of my heart.When will he come? <<less

✨ Author’s Note
I’m the writer who never thought I’d write.
But the dreams wouldn’t stop—and somewhere between silence and shadow, I gave them form.
There are pieces of me in this story… though not in the way you’d expect.
Now, I’m unleashing my own shadows.... more>>

🖤 Story Blurb
They call them the Grey—those who serve death without name, without face. Where others fear the end, they keep the scales balanced, offering death as devotion to a god long fractured.

Illya was meant to die for them.
But she became the wrong that lived.

In a sanctum where silence is sacred and souls are worn like second skin, Illya is tested, shaped, and unmade. Her past is a blank space. Her blood does not obey. And something dark beneath her skin is beginning to wake.

She is the unbecoming of death—but is it because the gods have rejected her? Or because something older has chosen her?

A dark fantasy about memory, silence, and the things we carry even after death.

Slow-burn. Psychological tension. Creeping horror.

Psychological Horror, Slow Burn, Faceless Men, Dark Fantasy, Original Characters, Game of Thrones - Inspired.
© This is a non-commercial fan work based on A Song of Ice and Fire by George R. R. Martin. All rights to the original world, names, and lore belong to their respective owners. Original characters, settings, and storyline are mine. <<less

A collection of short horror stories written mainly for practice purposes.