The Black Bazaar is the largest trade ship in the galaxy. It houses millions of merchants and workers. Where there is money to be earned,... more>> there's money to be hustled. Working in this tangled underground market is Berry, Jess, and Rena. The three form an unlikely alliance working, scamming and shooting just to make ends meet. <<less

Slice of life adventures of a mage who just wants to get some shut-eye in a hazardous mage-gang ridden city semi constantly invaded by O̴̱͌̓ǔ̴̡̻̲̹̎͌̈́̓ţ̶̠̻̔s̷̩͋̀i̵̙̒́͒͘d̸̨̖̑̋̚ͅḙ̷̯͂̕r̴̯͑̈́͝s... more>> due to unwise newbie summoners botching up their circles. <<less

Ambushed, the crew of the ECS Newport are saved by a mysterious starship. ... more>>

Damaged and floating through space, they head to their saviours. Something lurks on that ship, an unnatural discovery that threatens to destroy their perceptions of reality. A nightmare lurking in the depths of the void.

A battle between life and death threatens to upset the balance in an intergalactic war, and threaten all life as the crew struggle to survive. <<less

Earth is beautiful. Earth is Bountiful. Humanity is united in an odd blend of Imperial Eco Libertarianism that above all else idolizes Mother Earth and... more>> all her children, especially Humanity, the protectors and caretakers of Earth that have spread far and wide into their little corridor in the Milky Way Galaxy after heavily habitating the entirety of the Sol System. Humanity has already met many different alien species and has already been involved in a number of wars with most, always coming out on top despite not being the best warriors, soldiers, or even the most adaptive. When it comes to war though, none can truly compete with Humanity on a meaningful scale, because Humanity, while not the best at anything of war, is very good at everything of war and it shows. <<less

In the depths of twisted metals and dark shadows floating in the void between worlds a deep and reverberating rumble wakes an aged core to life. A new consciousness takes in the surrounding room softly illuminated by the growing energies containing within itself. Elsewhere things that should not be feels change is coming and leaves their burrows for the first time in many lifetimes, ready to once again battle for supremacy. A god briefly stops his work crafting their newest world to observe once again a life that he did not create.... more>>

The void, a realm of stagnant change turns another step and in the middle of all the attention a newborn derelict core somehow sneezes.

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Author here, I got some bad news for anyone who wants to get into this series. This is not meant to be anything but the flimsiest of hobbies for me to unleash some creative juices. I like to think of stories in my head but I cant write them down quick enough or competently enough to be satisfied as an author. As such there will not be any regular updates to this. Maybe you will get a chapter every week, maybe there will be years between, I dont know.

Furthermore this is just based on taking a concept and running with it. I have no plans for a story arch beyond a few planned encounters and set pieces. If this story somehow actually becomes something I will go back and re-write it with a better vision of what it should be. Take this as the rambling scribbles that they are and nothing more.

In regards to the content warnings I do not intend to write about any hanky panky simply because I am really bad at it but I intend to keep both strong language and gore open simply because I want to be able to add it without feeling restricted and not because I actually intend to aim towards that type of content. <<less

As I looked down, I noticed it. There it was................................... more>>

It was never supposed to be like this. I did everything to stop it...................................

Why, why, why, why is it still happening. I’m tired. I beg whatever god is there, help me.........................

I guess it’s up to me again huh, let me start again. One last try. And I will give up.......................................

It’s happening again. No no please noooooo... <<less

Join me as we follow the footsteps of the greatest fleet commander, the imperial navy has ever produced.
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Author Disclaimer : It might be... more>> a very long walk... <<less

In the near future, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and the definition of human are being stretched to their very limits. Humanity has spread out amongst the planets, moons, asteroids, and comets of the solar system, fashioning together new societies and new opportunities, but the stars beyond are still outside of our reach.... more>>

Old and new geopolitical blocs are seeking to dominate the new order beyond Earth and Luna. One such bloc, codenamed the Alliance, recruits Yang Ru to destabilize Mars, in hopes of securing a political and economic foothold on that planet. Yang Ru’s work stokes the flames of civil war on Mars. Two factions emerge, Colonel Valesquez’s 508th Vanguard and Zeyk Duval’s Concerned Citizenry, claiming ownership over the direction of Mars’ uncertain future.

As Mars burns, the violence begins rippling outward. The Alliance and the Alliance’s adversaries begin posturing and readying for bloody and protracted shadow wars throughout the Verse.

To make matters worse, an emerging (and sentient) artificial intelligence, named Osmanthus, is on the rise, infecting computer systems and infrastructure, making her presence known and felt. The warring factions see Osmanthus as a potential ally and weapon in their war for dominance, and they attempt to recruit her for their respective causes. Others, such as the mega church known as the Brethren and Sistren of the Abrahamic Faiths, hope to convert, destroy, or help Osma, as she grows and blossoms into something either uniquely human or something else altogether.

A Protracted Game, a space opera/sci-fi Web serial, is an account of the next steps in humanity’s evolution, as witnessed by Osmanthus, those who built her, those who wish to control her, those who wish to escape her ominous presence, and those caught in the crossfire. <<less

Born in a dystopian West African state in the year 2069, technical university student Jared von Egbe-Kwakpovwe always felt caged, like a wheel in the... more>> cogs of a machine, his freedom non-existent. What happens when he is reborn in a fantasy world with sword and magic? Does he aim for the pinnacle of this world standing over everyone like an overlord or does he aim for the very truth of the universe and existence itself. <<less

Ever wondered what it'd be like to read about a supervillain that cannot be defeated? Well, have I got the short story series for you?!... more>> Have I? I'm not sure. Find out for yourself by reading this! <<less

An 15 Years old boy who was bored of his life who always wanted something interesting in his life he got superpowers and teleported to... more>> an whole another world now what will he do? Let's see <<less

Short Sci Fi Story I wrote in 2003. ... more>>

Rough around the edges, so apologies ahead of time.

Also considering the subject, sort of fitting to the current situation, in a weird way.

There are only 5 chapters at less than 10K words.

I sort of liked the world-building I did for this (another 10K of scribbles), so maybe I will revisit this world again, some day. <<less

Get ready to start the adventure where you will do cool things like hunting aliens, travelling galaxies, killing space mafias and discovering new planets.All you need to do is to FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AT THE END OF EVERY CHAPTER. Choose an option and be a part of this reader interactive story.But don’t read this storychapter wise like a normal book. YOU MUST FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS TO CREATE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE.... more>>

Note: Unfortunately, SH doesn't support the link to chapters. But hey, no adventure is easy. XD XD <<less

Felicity wakes up in an unfamiliar place and with no memories of her life. In her backpack she finds research apparently leading to a forgotten civilization.... more>>

With the help of her friends she will go from world to world trying to uncover secrets, exploring and fighting her way through hostile situations. <<less

Earth is plagued by a giant ball that supposedly eats children.

When the Queen of Chyssia dies in childbirth, Falconer, leader of the royal guard, suspects the worst. And he's right. A murderer wants to destroy... more>> his beloved royal family and only the infant princess remains. Framed for murder, the royal guard has no choice but to flee planet Chyssia to protect the princess. Doing so, they discover a greater plot that threatens their whole solar system. <<less

As a long-term reader, I've decided to post some of the things I have written over the years.... more>>

1- The Writers World - a story about a boy who becomes self-aware that he is in a story as the author writes it
2- The World of Endless death - a dystopian story from the last remnants of a broken world
3- Chrono - A story about 2 space disaster officers on their first day at work on a planet where time has stopped <<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

"Any sufficiently advanced technology can be viewed as magic."... more>>

Humanity has unlocked the stars, albeit in a strange way.

Though they are not alone, they managed to navigate the universe and encounter the single most valuable resource to ever exist.

Every being in known space seeks it, and the wealth that follows behind.

This is not that story. In fact, right now Darrius couldn't care in the least.

Darrius, who is quite literally the son of a sword, and born with great power, now seeks to make his own legacy and make him proud. To conquer those within his grasp and outside it, however, he'll need a lot more than a bit of talent and gusto.

"Death? Well, perhaps it's time to redefine it. Perhaps... a new post-mortem?"

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I plan on using space exploration, hidden identity, and non-mainstream weapons in differing amounts.

Space exploration will happen, but only a bit at the beginning, and much more so later. Hidden identity will happen every now and then. What I'm most excited about is getting to use different ideas for weapons and other such things that aliens use and that humanity has adapted too! Can't wait to have fun with you guys!

Oh, and expect a lot of people's heads to get bashed in with a book. A really, really heavy book.

I used this image: https://www.dreamstime.com/stock-illustration-dead-astronaut-spacesuit-geometric-element-abstract-illustration-image71031336 <<less

Salra Barte, head biologist on a colony vessel, had it all. The partner of their dreams, two cute identical twin children, and a fast-track promotion to the colony flagship. Sure, there had been a few oddities with everyone's memory and habits in those last few days, and their kids had been asking some strange questions... but surely that was nothing to worry about, right?... more>>

Talefarala Natala, an engineer, developed the pinnacle of technology for the galaxy. Yet when their research partner and friend is kidnapped by forces unknown, they must cast aside their gentle life and scour the galaxy for clues. Even with their shapeshifting powers, the task is the greatest they've ever faced.

Two souls, seemingly universes apart, seek answers... and what they find will change everything.

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Second Tempest Contest entry under the themes of non-mainstream weapons, a sprinkle of identity duality, and exploration of space.

UPDATE: Due to misjudged scheduling, it will no longer be possible for this story to be ready by the end of the period, thus I shall be removing it from the Second Tempest Contest.

Cover: Myself <<less

City of a Hundred Gates, City of Worlds—Ahskra, metropolis of many millions of souls. So long has the city stood that few know its origin, its ancient history; fewer still(if any indeed) know how the gates—portals each to another planet—came into being. Many are the stories that have been told, and many those that still unfurl, for Ahskra is the hub of worlds, the centre of trade for many of those disparate souls who call it, and the realms connected to its gates, home.... more>>

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This work is hosted on Royal Road as well.

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“You are powerful?? Ha! You wish you can’t even turn on the toaster!” The man mocked and left him in the kitchen.... more>>

“I knew once but what’s with this toaster it’s too hi-tech!” He sighed and went back to his cubicle

He laid his head on his desk, “I only want some toast.” He whined and sighed at himself before a sandwich fell in front of his face.

“I heard you want this. Having problems with the toaster again?”

He looked up and saw the most adorable and the most holy smile in the whole universe. He nodded his head and took the sandwich and ate it.

Before he could say anything, the guy already left.

‘Why was I sent here? Is my magic supposed to be my cheatsheet? It can’t even operate that damn toaster!’

He sighed at his complaints.

‘“This is one of his “fun” that’s for sure’”
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Second Tempest Contest
Exploration of space
Non-mainstream/Unconventional weapons <<less

Space, the final frontier, or so we're told. The problem is things can never seem to be final in the vast never ending reaches of space. Efrem Gray has been a good soldier for nearly a decade and a routine mission to the planet Xioshaa to stop an ever growing civil war was nothing but another stop for him. Things go south when his team is ambushed and stranded in a jungle, left to argue amongst themselves about the best way to survive.... more>>

Despite the misadventure, Efrem makes it out alive, but he doesn't come back the same. Finding a place in this great big galaxy of ours is never easy. Unfortunately, Efrem has to start from scratch before he can find not just a place to call his own, but a new life beyond what he thought he knew. <<less

Awaking without memory, Creatures that are intelligent, and a lonely space ship that harbors a lone girl who’s will to live stretches through dimensions.

Being a prince sounds like a dream come true. But in reality, such a title is the only thing labeling my worth. Without such titles, I am nothing other than a man devoid of freedom, shackled by the responsibilities I need to bear for the selfish people of this dying world.... more>>

This is a story of a prince who mysteriously got transported to another world in the body of a child named White. How will he live his new life in a body that belongs to another person? what is the reason for his transportation? will this prince ever understand what it means to live? And what connection does his transportation to this world have with the darkness looming just beyond the false light? <<less