When your heritage as a dragon is the least of the secrets kept from you, danger and adventure are close at hand.... more>>

Drenar and his best friend Julia found a magical creature bestiary that revealed a startling truth: they're Awakening into their draconic forms, and their latent powers tied to it are slowly kicking in. While grappling with this revelation, a mage insurrectionist organization responsible for their changes rears its head, tries to coerce them to help them tear down the current mage government, and threatens both worlds of consequence.

Those rebels made a BIG mistake, threatening a bunch of teenage dragons who don't want their world to fall to pieces. They band together, along with others they find along the way and forge their own path to defend the world against the rising evil of the Talons and their leaders. Foes that include the deadly and enigmatic CEO Valosterla, a maniacal dragoness who sings as she slaughters her enemies.

Prepare for a journey of daring heroes fighting for what's right, while they shine a light to guide the way...Witness the rise of the Luminaires!

What to expect: A coming-of-age fantasy story of daring heroes fighting to save the world. The characters are the heart of the story, from dragons, to Kitsune, and more.

Rating warning: PG-13. There's some language, violence, and some content that might not be for everyone (trauma, grief, and others do get touched on). Heavy chapters will be noted, so there will be fair warning.

This story is currently Hosted on RoyalRoad.com--After the premiere launch on Scribblehub, there will be 3-4 chapters posted per day, until parity is reached with RoyalRoad. Afterward, posting schedules will be synced on a M-W-F Schedule. If you don't want to wait, consider following here:

https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/76641/the-legend-of-the-luminaires-coming-of-agefantasy

Patreon has been upgraded! New tiers for up to 15 Advance Chapters beyond the public release!

Note: This story is owned by Magius Swiftscale and is permitted only to be displayed on Scribblehub.com and RoyalRoad.com. If you see this story displayed elsewhere, send me a private message. <<less

What would you do if you could travel after horror films?
This option would be easily rejected by others, but what if it were your... more>> only option?
Follow Henry who woke up in his favorite series but with a special golden finger. <<less

We all want to believe we are heroes of our own story - unless we want to be the villain, of course.... more>>

At the end of everything, the Final Reaper decided he hadn’t been a hero. Driven by a desire to right the wrongs he was subjected to, he killed everyone who wronged him or his people - which turned out to be everyone that wasn’t killed by someone else first. He'd won - but it was a hollow victory.

Eventually, Order’s Voice found a way out. If the only existing being would agree to give up most of his power, the Voice could reset the multiverse to an earlier time with a few minor changes. Of course, the Voice couldn't ask it that way. It could only ask if the Final Reaper was willing to start over from when Earth was first brought into Order.

It was an easy decision, and yet it wasn’t. Was he willing to go through eons of pain again to not be alone?

Yes. In a heartbeat.

Not that his heart beat anymore. Now it would. Perhaps he could even be a hero, this time.

When he landed in his old body - more or less - on Earth, the Final Reaper once again became Thomas. He was both and neither. He needed a new name for a new life.

Serenity.

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While this is technically a System Apocalypse story, it's a System Apocalypse that is designed to have a large percentage of the population survive and prosper. There are a lot of problems that come with the appearance of the Voice, and it's entirely possible to lose. Earth has some special opportunities, but also special challenges.

The first time around, Earth won the first round and lost the second. Serenity has ten years from when the Voice arrives to prevent that from happening. It will be a group effort; Serenity can't win alone - which is difficult for someone who's been alone for as long as he has.

Of course, that's only his second priority.

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Updates Daily
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A note on the nonhuman lead tag: He isn't human, and hasn't been human for a very, very long time (or maybe not long at all, depending on how you count it). He still thinks of himself as human, either way.

The content warnings are mostly to give me room to write; this fiction is not intended to be edgy, but once in a while a character will swear or someone will get seriously injured.

The cover image is a Chandra/Hubble composite image of VV 340 / Arp 302 / UGC 9618. While we're not going to space itself any time soon in the story, people from elsewhere are coming to Earth and Serenity will visit other planets. Plus, I like space imagery. <<less

When you have lost everything, can you still find the way among the stars?... more>>

Ferrtau the Lightbringer has declared war on reality itself. Driven insane with grief, he ravages the world of Terra Para, seeking to take control of the Shard, which will enable him to attain his mad quest. But what pushed the galaxy’s greatest champion over the edge?

Airo Blueborn is awakened after seven centuries of cryostasis and sent to stop Ferrtau as a last resort. Known as the Dragonslayer, Airo hates dragons with a burning rage—yet promptly ends up as the sole guardian of Veralla, a fledgling dragon.

Hatched into a hostile world, Veralla wants to understand why there is so much pain and suffering all around her, especially beneath the hard shell of her embittered protector. She also needs to grow up fast if she is to survive a war-torn planet.

The Celestial Way is a story about healing old wounds and finding redemption. Set in a shattered galaxy, featuring transhumanism, dragons, and a cutting-edge blend of magic and technology, this space opera embarks on an epic journey to discover the light and love inside each of us. <<less

Everyone needs someone for the dirty work... more>>

What to do when a planet is tired of beings living over it? When gods are disappointed with their creations and want to start over. Or an outer god finds a new planet to feed on but can't get through the barrier of the planet?
They need us, we'll do everything, even the dirty work. Obviously for a very small price.

In addition, when you let our new acquisition Samuel take care of your problem, we'll add a small discount. It doesn't matter that he's not working yet, no doubt he'll agree with our working conditions. He won't even know what hit him and be up and running.

So you in? Ten percent discount will wait for no one. <<less

Brand new Isekai inspired by Chainsaw Man and Gurren Lagann!... more>>

Good news, Grim Hearts got a new lease on life after 18 long years.

Bad news, he got Isekai'd a few minutes after he decided to take his life back.

Worse news, the universe he ended up in is a chaotic mess. Don't like the world you spawned in and want to go somewhere else? Death is the only way to travel between worlds. Have a specific world you want to visit when you die? Yeah, no. Spawns are random. Finally hit level 99? Congrats! Now you need to do it nine more times.

At least Grim died with some fight in him. 

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What to Expect:

- Not Crunchy (too lazy to do all that math)
- Few Stat Blocks (you'll see them every other chapter)
- Character Focus (this may not be for you if you don't like stories that get emotional)
- Comedy (this story will have some heavy moments, but it's a comedy first)
- Steadily Increasing Stakes (the story starts with fairly low stakes that go up each volume)
- Semi-Humorous System (inspired by Dungeon Crawler Carl)
- *Non-Consensual Death Battles (Volume 1 Exclusive)
- *Stand Battles & Light BDSM (Volume 2 Exclusive)
- *Furry Zombie Apocalypse (Volume 3 Exclusive)

*every world has its own gimmick

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Dropping 3 chapters a day until I'm caught up with Royal Road, then it'll be daily until Vol. 1 is finished (1.40). After that, it'll be 3 chapters a week.

This is a story about learning to fight through adversity, even/especially when you don't feel strong enough to do that. I hope you enjoy it! <<less

Tetsü & kilə were odd ducks amongst the oddest ducks—Never to fit in, never to be found among the crowd that blindly followed the ways of this world...
Or the next...
14 years of crazy experiments later they, finally found a way to break out of this mundane world’s chains. In their defense babies are dumb, and for the first 3years, they had to learn to walk, eat, and poop. Not in that order! Too bad for them. The system found them and threw them into a whole new set of rules.
A million more rules..!!
Will they stay true to themselves or give excuses?
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Discord Plug-in: https://discord.gg/KwRtpjYr... more>>

Current updated schedule - as-of - 26-June-2023
Mon - Wed - Friday. (01-Chapter)
Average chapter length - 1700+ Words. <<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

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

I'll be publishing on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I'll be back with 3-times a 3-times-a-week for Book 2. (Available on Royal Road and Scribblehub)... more>>

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1897, as the world teeters on the edge of war, Völundr, Ambassador of the Society of Nations, gathers a diverse cast of individuals with extraordinary abilities. Steve, a devoted single father, and Alice, his mischievous daughter, will join Völundr as they must confront their haunted pasts. Some of the members seek redemption and vengeance, while others yearn for a place to belong. Cursed and desperate for answers, they agree to assist Völundr in exchange for his teachings on Thaumaturgy.

Their first mission takes them to the Unseen City, under the threat of a devastating terrorist attack. Amidst the chaos, the most powerful Thaumaturgist the world has ever seen, Miss Xana, have other plans for the city. She will stop at nothing until those who wronged her face the consequences they deserve.

Prepare yourself for a thrilling alternate historical fantasy set in the late 1890s, a time of political intrigue where magic clashes with science, where kaijus roam the earth, and where awe-inspiring battles hangs in the balance. The fate of the world rests on the shoulders of this unlikely group of heroes as they battle against forces both seen and unseen.

What to expect?

- A time when technology is gradually turning from Steampunk to Dieselpunk.
- Political intrigues.
- Alternate historical drama + Fantasy.
- Multiple lead characters.
- Magic meets Science.
- Shonen anime-style fights.
- Kaijus and destruction.
- Lots of waifus and husbandos 
- It may contain some mild Fantasy Violence, but nothing too graphic. (Check out my Patreon for an Uncensored version)
- Inspiration ranges from: the Fate series, to Full Metal Alchemist, to Harry Potter, from Isekai anime to the Mistborn saga, and Kaiju cinema to George R. R. Martin shenanigans. <<less

Zaren saved the world once, and it cost him everything. A life of war and pain left him with nothing and nobody, and with the fight for the world over and done with Zaren was ready to simply disappear. To leave behind the world that held nothing more for him, taking with him a powerful weapon he knew would cause untold suffering if it fell into the wrong hands. As far as he's concerned, the world was better off without him or the blade in it.... more>>

But when a goddess seeks him out offering something impossible, he has to set aside his hatred for the divine. A deity from another realm threatens their world, and only a goddess whose domain is far too intimate for Zaren’s liking is convinced of its existence. She needs Zaren to prepare the world for a war nobody believes is coming before its too late. The only problem? Her deal involves resetting Zaren’s level back nearly to one.

Alone and with only a shadow of his former power, Zaren has to collect both levels and allies in the hopes he might stand a chance against the looming threat. But the world he’s trying to save isn’t quite the one he left behind. Something is affecting the world in ways he has to figure out before it gets him killed, and he isn't sure its only mortals behind those changes. Changes that seem to mesh oddly well with certain...benefits provided by the goddess who contracted him.

But if Zaren wants to have a chance at completing his impossible task, he’s going to have confront the scars of his past and unravel the darkness that lurks within him. A task that might have more to do with his mission than he previously thought. Luckily, those put on his path, seemingly by fate itself, seem more than willing to offer a helping hand. And, if he plays his cards right, quite a bit more.

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What to expect:
-Overall plot driven with a serious tone
-Dark themes, traumatic pasts mixed with lighter moments that will slowly head towards happier waters as Zaren fights against the world he finds himself in.
-Longer chapters, almost always over 5k words
-A competent MC with a tortured past doing his best to move forward
-Occasional other POVs from various characters, sometimes not immediately relating to the current characters (though they will always factor in eventually)
-Plenty of smut. Though it isn't the main focus of the story and doesn't start too strong, it will ramp up over time.
-LitRPG elements with less emphasis on number crunching and more on the end results so as to not bog the reader down with numbers and data
-A wide cast of characters, races, skills, classes, etc.
-A world that isn't openly smut-themed in nature, but there might be some secrets Zaren uncovers as he explores it...
-No NTR, incest, furry, or generally taboo kinks

-Current Update Schedule is Monday/Wednesday/Friday, but I will occasionally drop extra chapters if I have a lot stored up or if I feel like more than one chapter is necessary.
(Cover art courtesy of img2go AI generator) <<less

Another soul, killed too young, is consigned to reincarnation on a world that doesn't count. But this one is too trope-aware to take the deal and become the chosen one in the upcoming battle against the Demon Lord. No, thanks. I am not your protagonist. I can make my own story, without the help of the gods, and without the help of your system. And, if I can remember how, I'll write my life better than that lame old script the gods keep pushing!... more>>

Follow the tale of Ravenna the alflin, as she definitely doesn't save the world just because it's the destiny of all less-than-mature souls. <<less

A jaded barista, strapped for cash, gets more than what she bargained for when she lands a beta-testing gig for a virtual reality game.... more>>

Unaware of the trouble brewing in its shady underbelly, she welcomes the blurred lines between real and fake as she gets lost in the bright world of opportunity that they call “her life but better.”

But, when curiosity kills the cat, she finds herself caught in the weeds of the game’s hidden agenda.

Going up against the powers that be, Ista Barry is determined to find her way out of the Byte with her conscience intact. Even if that means she has to recalibrate her moral compass a few times along the way. <<less

A hero summoning circle. An inevitable death. A magical contract. ... more>>

When a dimensional portal opened and an army of monsters invaded Earth, Kalysto Luna’s life was turned upside down.

Awakening with magic, and zero mana, a violet-colored window appeared before her:

[Do you want to survive?]

But survival means so much more than she could’ve predicted. In enemy territory, Kalysto will discover what she can do as a dual-system user. And what she was meant to become.

She thought that going to another world would be safer... She was wrong.

“Don't trust anyone... not even yourself."

Release Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. (GTM-5)

Please note: English isn’t my native language, so I’m sure I have some linguistic blind spots. Any feedback is more than welcome but please go easy on me.

Extra Tags: survival, skills, levels, dungeons, classes, professions, portals, other races, adventures, weak-to-strong characters, betrayals, magic, gods. <<less

Those who can’t do, teach.
Failing to save the world, a hero gave their life and memories for the power to change the future. Reborn... more>> a young slave girl, Thirty-six sets out to try again. This time, she’s armed with an eldritch library full of skill books. Now, she can raise an army of -m-i-n-i-o-n-s- heroes to save the world. The only price for reading her skill books is a bit of sanity… and possibly humanity. What could go wrong? <<less

Disclaimer: This story doesn't originally belong to me but my good friend @Rodeo578 in Wattpad. I only edit the entire story.... more>>

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A young man name Rodeo, gets a mysterious package, revealing to be a Killer Queen helmet inside of it. To his curiousity, he wears it, and then gets ended up transporting to the anomalous universe of the SCPs.

Now having the power of Killer Queen on his side, what will he do? Will he be contained or will he be helping the Foundation in protecting their world from complete world annihilation?

Let's just say... it's going to be an explosive ride. (No pun intended) <<less

Six months ago, the Kingdom of Alstara fell, conquered by the neighboring duchy of Loriae. Not that Zethira, a roguish half-dragon living in the underworld of Alstara's former capital, could care less. That is, until a chance encounter with Elissa, the former princess of Alstara and last scion of the royal lineage. The prospect of a princess's ransom leads Zethira on a quest across the world to reclaim Elissa's kingdom, learning the hidden reasons behind the invasion in the process. Though the world itself is at stake, one question plagues Zethira: Does it deserve salvation, or scouring?... more>>

Book 1 Complete!
Updates T/Th at 8:08 AM CDT. <<less

Ismene lived a sheltered life with her father, books and her beloved forest, until her father went out one day and never came home.
Desperate... more>> to find her only living relative, Ismene answers a summon by someone who claims to be a messenger of the gods and she's thrust into a world she doesn't understand. The world seems to be dying, her heart deteriorating, and no one understands what's happening with the council and enforcers.
With the help of her new allies, she sets off on a journey of discovery, both for her health, and the whereabouts of her father. <<less

Two goddess sisters who live among humans in secret. Earth is currently in the middle of a war, with numerous strikes, the two of them... more>> decide to interfere in this. <<less

I accidentally glitched into a parallel world when I tried to break my speedrunning world record.... more>>

I need to find the main characters, put the band back to together and kill the final boss before he triggers the bad ending.

My name is Qwerty Uozewe and this is Mu-Ur Quincunx Any% Deathless Untied World Record on Nightmare Difficulty [Live Commentary].

—- Notes —-
# This webnovel is also published at Royal Road.
# English is my second language and these chapters have not been proofread by a native speaker.
# The setting of this story is a post-apocalyptic dark fantasy Wild West, not a traditional pseudo-medieval fantasy with wizards and goblins. Think Jules Verne meets Mad Max meets Final Fantasy VII.

*Note 2021-03-21: Someone has already tried to plagiarize this story and sell it as an ebook on Amazon with a different name. If you see other plagiarized versions, please report them. If I make an official ebook version, I'll put a link here and on Royal Road so you'll know it's genuine. <<less

A medical student died because of negligence of the authorities. Later, he is granted a second chance in life with some boons. But being an Otaku and Naruto fan, he chooses to live in the chaotic world of Naruto.
The story will follow canon for the initial part with a new plot. Major changes will reflect in the later part as our MC grows up. The story has strong AU elements and the power scaling is ramped up to explore various foreign elements in Naruto. Everything in its entirety will be a part of the Naruto series with details and speculations of my own.
This story is my original creation, and I post it on... more>> Scribble hub and Webnovel. You might find a few initial chapters on Royal Road.
Note:- The starting 40 chapters or so have poor grammar and various mistakes since I was a new writer back then and lacked experience. But I am working on editing them.

Warning:-I don't own Naruto or any related stuff except my MC and Original characters and jutsus. (Yep, there are lots and lots of original jutsus in the story.)
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Support me on patreon:- https://www.patreon.com/ForgottenLife
P.S. Cover is not mine. Credits to owner on pinterest:- https://pin.it/5m8HWOq <<less

It’s not always the Asians who get isekaied. Very rarely does an American get chosen, though the isekai lords have reasons for that.
It’s time for John to remind them of those reasons.... more>>

Releases on Tuesday and Thursday, usually around 7am PST
Discord: https://discord.gg/YvjTKMjSsP <<less

In a world of monsters and magic, Derrick finds himself thrust into an illogical realm after a mysterious train ride. Desperate to return home to... more>> his family, he forms an unlikely bond with a dying wraith, binding their fates together. Together, they navigate the treacherous underground of the city, uncovering secrets of Derrick's transmigration and a path back home. But as chaos threatens to consume them, Derrick must confront his own destiny and navigate a world where the line between reality and fantasy blurs. Will he survive the madness and find his way back to his loved ones, or become a pawn in the whims of fate? <<less

/// BOOK I of the **Starshrouds and Nervesbane** series \\\... more>>

Chloe was never one to stand out in a crowd. She found comfort in being overlooked. Before starting her senior year of high school, she moves to California, hoping for a new, fresh start. But soon, everything changes for the better – and the worse. After accidentally transporting herself to another planet, finding her appearance significantly altered, she's tasked with a staggering feat. The dream-like fantasy world slowly shifts into a nightmare. Chloe gets pushed into the spotlight in more ways than one. Drawn into the complex web of centuries-old puzzles, ulterior agendas, and one enigmatic prophecy, she discovers that her arrival on this distant planet was no mere accident. In fact, the very fate of Emiarhia rests on the shoulders of her and her two new companions. This world is facing the brink of impending catastrophe and total subversion. Along with two other saviours, Chloe must ultimately decide whether she is willing to risk everything for a universe she never knew existed – all while navigating high school hierarchies, relationships, and classes.

**Starshrouds and Nervesbane** is a spellbinding trilogy that immerses readers in a tale about self-discovery, resilience, and the extraordinary odyssey of a plain girl who was never meant to remain in the background after all. <<less

Iseult has died and now she must decide what comes next