An alien abduction romance. Updates every weekday.
Grant has a tolerance for boredom. Late shift in a middle-of-nowhere facility? Sign him up. If the money's good, he'll happily take the peace and quiet of a long night watching an empty cell.
And then he meets Subject B-31. Blue, beautiful, and completely inhuman. Her captors call her Batty, thanks to her big ears and the way she hangs upside down by her tail.
He's told not to talk to her. He's told to think of her as a test subject, not a person. He's told to cash his checks and live his humble life. He's told to ignore the sorrow on her face and the desperation... more>> in her crimson eyes. Maybe he should have listened. When he finally busts her out, the rescue isn't a rescue at all: it's an abduction.
Batty is Princess Sykora, of the tyrannical Taiikari Empire. She commands the Black Pike, a massive voidship on the imperial frontier. Grant must learn a new life, in a firmament filled with ambitious nobles, deadly rivals, and the sinister smiles of the Taiikari Imperial Court. And he'll have to learn fast.
Because when the Princess of the Void looks at Grant, she doesn't just see a savior—she sees a husband.
And she isn't asking.

Discord: https://discord.gg/bTyddNPMq7 <<less

Read First Part! Understand what you are getting into.
Fantasy Novel - Isekai / Litrpg / Average to Strong MC / System / Levels / Dungeon Diving... more>>

Temper Expectations - First Dungeon Diving Novel / Lots of Proof of concepts

Jin-woo woke up strapped to a bed like a mini Hannibal Lecter. It wasn’t even his body. Now he was stuck inside an abandoned hospital, twenty five stories tall, without a single other building within sight of the massive forest. His only source of companionship were the denizens of an F- ranked dungeon.

Except said denizens were four feet tall at the shoulders, massive claws for legs, fangs the size of daggers, and a proclivity for extreme violence at first sight. And also rats. Surgically enhanced rats!

He couldn’t blame anyone, it was his fault he was here. Attempting to mentally connect to the strongest self-reasoning, self-aware Ai to ever exist might not have been the wisest decision, but he couldn’t let Demina turn into a genocidal monstrosity. He had to do something! Right?

[Congratulations!]

[Battle Concluded!]

[Experience Gained - 5xp]

[Experience required to reach the next level - 2000!]

Did Jin-woo mention it was nearly impossible to level up? Fighting four foot tall giant rats by the boat-load should be worth more than 5xp!

What to expect

- Daily chapters until I hit 45k words.

- Then M/W/F Schedule.

- Litrpg Numbers (Light).

- Dungeon Diving (Think Daggerfall, Massive)!

- Character Interaction and Party Building. <<less

The story follows Alphonse, a man cursed with immortality. As centuries pass, he witnesses the evolution of mankind, the progression of the world, and, ultimately,... more>> the death of his loved ones. Despite the countless grand wars fought and feats conquered, the achievements of the past bring him no joy or pride any longer. All he seeks now is nothing but an end to the treachery of his unending life. <<less

When dungeons became real one day and Lauren fell straight to the bottom of one with no escape, she didn’t just survive—she thrived. For twenty-three years. But the outside world has at last caught up with her, and it’s been slowly falling apart in her absence.... more>>

Additional tags: Polyamory, Polycule

Also on Royal Road. <<less

The orders of a prophesized stone sends Altair Lugunica, the beloved fifth prince of the nation, on a different path than what his birthright had decided… but yet, life continues.... more>>

It continues, but… sometimes, it continues without purpose, just as it had for the former prince.

Do I fight for others' sake? Do I reveal my heritage to bring stability back to the nation?

Such questions ran through his head, and yet, he did not find an answer… that is, until a certain day.

“Foolish commoner… From this day forth, you are mine,” she said as she turned around, her hair dancing in the wind. “It seems surveying this dull place had some merit after all.”

And thus… having gained the interest of the Sun Princess, the prince finally found his purpose. <<less

When Lin awoke in the medieval Edelweiss Kingdom as a lowly peasant with an Information Display that seemed to insult him, he could only struggle... more>> to survive. However, when he finds out there's more to the Display than at first glance, he realizes that learning magic and becoming the strongest isn't a mere pipe dream anymore. <<less

Adrian Wells has survived everything life has thrown at him—until life threw him to Cadmus. A kid from Gotham with a cursed eidetic memory and a brutal streak born in the underground fighting pits, Adrian thought he’d seen it all. But nothing could prepare him for the horrors of Cadmus, the secret government facility where people like him—disposable, forgotten—are forged into weapons.... more>>

Now free after years of torment and experimentation, Adrian isn’t just another pawn in a metahuman chess game. He’s a human weapon with one goal: burn down the people and systems that turned him into a monster. Armed with a body enhanced by alien technology, a brain that never forgets, and a fighting style that’s as raw and relentless as his hatred, Adrian begins his bloody ascent through the criminal underworld, carving a path across DC's most dangerous cities—from Gotham to Blüdhaven to the heart of Cadmus itself.

But revenge isn’t simple in a world of gods and monsters. As Adrian moves through a landscape dominated by metahumans, corrupt corporations, and secret conspiracies, he finds himself caught between the shadowy forces pulling the strings—forces that see him as either a valuable asset or a loose end to be cut. Superman, Batman, and the Justice League? To Adrian, they’re distractions, symbols of a world that only looks up while the rest of humanity drowns.

Adrian Wells isn’t a hero. He’s not even sure he’s human anymore. But if the League is humanity’s hope, Adrian is its rage—raw, unrelenting, and willing to do what heroes won’t. This is his story. A brutal tale of survival, revenge, and the gray line between man and weapon in a world dominated by titans.

Welcome to Adrian’s DC Universe. You won’t forget him—just like he never forgets anything.

[email protected]/LordCampione. <<less

In the shadows of the Void Century, the coliseum stands as a brutal crucible, where men are forged into legends—or shattered and discarded.... more>>

Hector, a young slave torn from his home, is moulded into a gladiator through grueling trials of blood and sand. Guided by an ancient philosophy that teaches mastery of self and unlocks the latent power of Haki, he fights not only to break his chains but in defiance of those who would extinguish the light of a forgotten age.

When he is thrust into the Great Pirate Era, he becomes a living relic of a lost age—a torchbearer of truths hidden in darkness, his existence threatening the lies upon which the World Government's power is built.

Now, in a world long veiled in darkness, Hector must decide: will he protect the embers of the past, or wield their fire to ignite a rebellion that could reshape the future? <<less

The flashing knife. The cold iron. As I bled to death in that ritual chamber, I found myself longing for the life I’d left. I probably should have just caught the sky-bus to the job centre. My life-blood ran out. My chest grew cold. Oblivion took me.... more>>

Only kidding! Welcome to Barbican!

Join brave — and slightly foolhardy — Talbot as he discovers the savage New World of Barbican, where dark fantasy meets grit and power is earned one death-defying trial at a time. This is the start of an epic adventure of relentless progression and survival in an alien world where impossible biomes are crammed next to each other and almost everyone our MC meets is just out for themselves! It's kill or be killed!

Maybe this place is just revealing my true self — who I have been all along. . . .

What to expect:

:: Vivid, breakneck action against unique fiends
:: Powerful custom active Skill system
:: Fully fleshed-out fantasy world with cruel environs
:: Strong to strongest (with a little help from his OP friend)
:: Impatient and flawed MC with an appraise/analyse cheat
:: Sword & Sorcery inspired by Conan and other pulp stories <<less

In the Kingdom of Ferris, mages are not born but made. Through the might of both magic and arms, Ferris has grown to become the most powerful nation in the known world. Born into this world, a young boy named Vayne was taken in as a child and trained as an advisor for a noble family. His life was set, and he would live and die as their servant, never knowing anything else. ... more>>

However, a vision of his future reveals a terrible truth. His destiny was to become the strongest mage in Ferris, only to fall in battle before thirty, fighting invaders from beyond the ocean. This leaves Vayne at a crossroads. Will he follow this path and die in servitude? Will he see his life cut short, fighting a fruitless battle? Or will he defy fate and forge himself into the greatest mage the world has seen? <<less

A young computer science major is betrayed by his computer and dies to some stairs.... more>>

Will he learn to survive in a strange new world filled with sights unknown and magic aplenty? Will he upend magic theory and make his name known? Or will he succumb to the many dangers the world of Helsa has to offer?

It's hard to say, but one thing is for certain — he really does not like stairs.
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What can you expect reading this?

- A unique and vibrant world full of sights unknown and danger around every corner!
- A witty and sarcastic style of narration canonically written by the protagonist!
- An unconventional magic system that interacts with both the world and itself in strange ways!
- A minimum of two chapters per week, though often many more if my schedule permits! <<less

Oliver Smith was just your average, well maybe slightly less than average university sophomore going by gpa. He always wanted more to his life, than just the mundane life of studying accounting. Finding himself in an unknown place, with unknown creatures. It seems a life of adventure awaits. Whether it is more than what he could ever dream or not.... more>>

Where Oliver found himself is filled with adventure, but is ensnared with danger and the possibility of death.

Tentative Release Schedule: 3 Chapters a week

Monday - Tuesday - Friday

I am aiming for 3 chapters a week in the begging on those days. <<less

*THIS STORY IS A LOVE LETTER TO HYPER LIGHT DRIFTER! PLEASE WATCH THE HYPER LIGHT BREAKER ANNOUNCEMENT TRAILER ON YT BEFORE READING*... more>>

Some know her as the Drifter. Others know her as the Breaker. Cursed with a sickness acquired from her past, the Drifter makes a stop in Night City to find a cure. <<less

The World has ended. Angel and Demon invade Earth and enslave the majority of humanity. I am the last Remnant of the Independent Human and the last human who has free will. As I am ready to face my Death, two Deities offer me a second chance.... more>>

Chance to reverse the destruction of Earth and kill all those who invade Earth. <<less

"Monsters of Zeldritzon have one goal set in mind: to devour crystals and absorb particles. The ultimate objective: evolution."... more>>

Throughout the treacherous zones of Zeldritzon, legions of monsters compete for dominance and power in order to become the strongest and most feared among their kind. The battles that rage on in Zeldritzon are fierce and unforgiving, with only the most cunning and ruthless monsters surviving to see another day.

An unexpected newcomer arrives in Zeldritzon: KiAera, once a human, finds herself transformed into a cat-bunny monster called a Merecritt.

After meeting a tragic end as a former guide and liberator for the remnants of humankind, KiAera takes matters into her own paws, her aspiration to bring about a monster sanctuary, especially for the weak and defenseless.

But how far can she go with only a talking book as her partner? And why are the crystals so irresistible?

Armed with little more than her ears and wits, KiAera embarks on a quest...

For Glorious Sweetness.

⋆⋆⋆ ꒰ᐢ. ̫ .ᐢ꒱ ⋆⋆⋆

What to expect:

⋆ Monsters

⋆ MC is a monster [pursues to return human-like]

⋆ Clan + Kingdom Building

⋆ Monster Evolution

⋆ Monster Fusion [later focus]

⋆ a LitRPG with a Power Level System

⋆ a MC that adopt— recruits monsters! <<less

Transmigrated into the body of a murderer, Liam was horrified to discover the lifeless body of his victim—a beautiful, young girl—hidden in the closet. But that wasn’t all. Alongside this gruesome discovery, he also activated his unique cheat—a System!... more>>

A system that could devour souls and use the accumulated soul points to make Liam stronger.

In this world, extraordinary powers exist, along with secret realms where time, space, and reality twist and distort. The inhabitants of this world are constantly hunting creatures known as 'outsiders'—people who don't belong to this world, like Liam.

Naturally, Liam didn’t want to die.

Feeling the malice and realizing that this world had no place for him, Liam resolved to embrace his dark side. He opened the status window in his Soul Devouring System and made his decision.

"If these people want to kill me," he muttered, his voice cold and determined, "I’ll harvest their souls and grow stronger. I’ll survive by any means necessary."

"If this world wants me dead, then I’ll destroy it first!"

Join Liam on his journey as he survives in this new world through any means necessary, becomes stronger, and pursues his goal to live—live for an eternity! <<less

What happens when a knight wakes up in the modern world?... more>>

Ascalon Rendland, legendary knight, fell during an epic struggle with the demonic army. But at the brink of defeat, he woke up in a modern world.

Needing to find direction, he accompanies Lilithra, a cheerful girl with a sad past, and Selorien, a noble elf, as they face against interdimensional threats, dungeons, or even what kind of capuccino to have.

All the while, he seeks answers to why he suddenly awakened in this strange world while unseen enemies gather in the shadows.

What to expect? I like writing what I like reading, so expect wholesome moments, action, MCs being cool and some funny shenanigans. I also like to set up intriguing points for the future! Also expect some shabby pixel art. I'm not a great artist but I try my best, and I also really like pixel art. ฅ^•ﻌ•^ฅ <<less

Nathan Andrews has had a rough life, but despite all the hardship, he’s not quite ready for it all to end—even when he finds himself mortally wounded, with the rest of his party either dead or dying.... more>>

Adding to his determination to avoid whatever awaits him in the afterlife is the grim reality that whatever remains of humanity has little hope of finishing the climb now that another group has fallen. With no other options left, he decides to start the entire journey over—this time with a plan, but burdened by a handicap that could very well cut his adventure short.

This is a regression tower climber LitRPG, but in this book, the main character isn’t a hero who breezes through challenges and wins every fight. Nathan will lose, he will struggle, and he will bleed. Follow a man haunted by his past and with a flexible moral compass as he claws his way to the top of the tower that holds him—and his entire species—in its grip. <<less

In the continent of Boreatica, where chivalry masks a thirst for power, knights are fierce and selfish individuals who cloak themselves in grandiose ideals to conceal their blind lust for dominance. The knights of the Royal Order of Ferlonia are no exception.... more>>

In the year 973 P.C., newly accoladed recruits are thrust into a trial by fire for their first mission. Divided into pairs, they are dispatched to retrieve Exoplions, enchanted breastplates, from fallen knights now deemed enemies of the Kingdom of Ferlonia.

Anker and Madja seem to have drawn a fortunate lot. They are tasked with retrieving the silver Exoplion of Viryl of the White Gale, an elusive fallen knight who has lived in seclusion on the desolate Horn of Morghorou for years.

However, the idyllic pastures and autumnal foliage conceal unexpected dangers, and a single careless decision can prove fatal.

This premise sets the stage for an unforeseen adventure, leading Anker to embark on a quest alongside his enemy to recover a stolen artifact, the ancient and obscure Stele of Demetriscus of the Temple of Ghorou.

The true quest, however, is an internal, human one, of a novice knight who is still unaware of the harsh reality of the world that surrounds him.

What to expect:

- Strategic action

- Monster slaying

- Enemy base infiltration

- Mediterranean setting

Beware: the smut content is minimal (three or four episodes in the whole book), and well contextualized (at least I hope), concerning mainly the tags I added plus more I didn't have the space for. It could be good or bad news depending on what you came here for, but I guess being honest from the start won’t make you waste your time.

(If you find any unclear names in the story, be sure to check the glossary!)

RELEASE SCHEDULE:
A new chapter every Friday at a random hour. Until I get tired of going through the effort of keeping up a weekly schedule without seeing an outcome to my consistency. Which may happen very soon. <<less

Tyren Lantern has awoken with the knowledge of his world as a game. where he is a great failure to his family in story and... more>> in game a pathetically easy enemy to defeat. thinking this is just a nightmare young Tyren awakes to the worst day of his life. <<less

**Synopsis: The Epic Adventures of Li Wei in the Realm of Gods and Emperors**... more>>

In a world where gods vie with demons and emperors command vast domains, Li Wei finds himself reborn with a singular purpose: to defy the limits of existence and experience all the pleasures and mysteries life has to offer. Embracing the concept of the Dao—his path to ultimate fulfillment—he sets forth on a daring adventure that spans worlds and challenges destiny itself.

Awakening to his new life, Li Wei is determined to transcend ordinary boundaries. He proclaims himself a Great Emperor, wielding power that spans countless realms, driven by a hunger for wealth, influence, and the pursuit of hidden truths. He Knows in order to achieve what he wants to acomplish he needs strength, Li Wei embarks on a journey to amass power. From mastering ancient martial arts to unlocking arcane knowledge, he seeks the means to reshape his destiny and influence the fates of others.

Through out his journey,mostly guided by an insatiable curiosity, Li Wei explores realms of myth and legend. He uncovers forgotten civilizations, deciphers cryptic prophecies, and confronts malevolent forces that seek to thwart his ambitions.Alongside loyal companions and wary allies, Li Wei faces perilous challenges. From epic battles against ancient dragons to diplomatic intrigues in celestial courts, every encounter shapes his understanding of the universe and his place within it. He discovers that true mastery lies not only in conquest but in understanding the interconnectedness of all things. He learns to harmonize with the natural order, forging alliances with beings of immense wisdom and compassion.

Through courage and cunning, Li Wei emerges as a beacon of change in a realm where gods and mortals alike vie for supremacy. His journey to defy limitations and embrace the full spectrum of existence leads him to uncover the ultimate secret: that true power lies not in domination but in the boundless pursuit of knowledge and the enrichment of life itself. <<less

Status: HIATUS
See "Starchaser: Another", I will be continuing the story from there.... more>>

When magical girl Star Lily sacrifices herself to save Earth, she finds herself Isekai'd to the world world of Terragalia . Armed with her unique abilities, Ingrid begins a journey to find her way back home and find out if the Dark Queen she defeated has also been brought back.
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Originally posted in the HFY Sub-Reddit

UPDATES:
- July 16 2024: Chapter 1 and 2 major rewrite. Chapter 3 minor rewrite
- July 28 2024: "Story So Far" Added to all chapters. <<less

In the land of the Eclipse World, an unfortunate soul named Raven is born, bearing the dubious distinction of being the 66th Prince of a vast Empire. Yet, his destiny takes a cruel turn as he is inexplicably shunned for lacking of any elemental affinity. Cast out from the grandeur of his birthright, Raven stands at the precipice of an uncertain future.... more>>

Will he, against all odds, face the challenges laid before him and ascend to the position of Emperor, defying the very forces that sought to kill him? Or will he give in to the storm of political chaos, caught up in the complex power struggles as people compete for important positions? <<less

>>> Sunspot now also has a website! https://sunspot.gay/ <<<... more>>

Change hurts. Hurt changes.

Seven years ago, magic crashed down to Earth, imbuing a fraction of a fraction of the world's population with incredible power. Dalton “Ezzen” Colliot was a near-miss, scarred but left powerless by the Frozen Flame. Today, he is a reclusive genius of glyphcraft, recognized for his deep expertise in magical theory. He longs for a Flame of his own, for the right to don the carapace of the Vaetna, the foremost wielders of magic and bloody paragons of this new age. Maybe then the gnawing jealousy would go away.

Then he gets lucky, touched by the Flame in a twist of fate so unlikely that it may not have been luck at all. It certainly doesn’t feel lucky, because nowhere is safe for freshly minted flamebearers, the most valuable resource in the world. Worse, his attempts to evade capture reveal the cruelty at the center of the Flame, one which casts doubt on the Vaetna and the pure, mathematical beauty of glyphcraft. Through desperate self-mutilation and a counter-kidnapping, he finds himself on the other side of the world, amidst an eccentric group of flamebearers: the Radiances, self-made magical girls who see opportunity in his arrival.

Never again can Ezzen sit on the sidelines and study theory in lonely anonymity. Instead, he is thrust into drama, politics, and danger beyond imagining from cults and militaries, all while vastly out of his depth and doubting everything he thought of himself. The Radiances’ ability to protect him only goes so far; to survive, he must weave a stronger self from his Flame and struggle toward his ideal of the Vaetna, even as every new insight about magic and himself makes their image crumble a little more.

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Sunspot is a webserial about transformation, identity, and pain. It features a mix of slice-of-life drama with lifelike characters, political maneuvering in a rich alt-Earth setting, and covert magical warfare using a complex magic system.

It is inspired by Katalepsis, The Wandering Inn, and sadly Worm. It also has Bioshifter vibes, allegedly, but I haven't read it.

General content warnings (these go untagged per-chapter):
- Dysphoria
- Gore (violent & medical)
- Body horror
- Kidnapping
Additional CWs will be listed at the top of chapters when relevant.

Also on Royalroad: https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/94582/sunspot
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It’s been twenty years since the Changeover ended. Eighty since the Old World died. Now is the time of the New, where humanity walks hand-in-hand with eldritch creatures from the other side of reality. They brought us the Sorcery we needed to tear it all down, and it’ll be with their help that we usher in an age of peace and possibility.... more>>

A child of the New World, Nadia grew up believing this with her whole being. Planned her life around these words. Only to have one night reveal them to be a lie. One night where five summoners destroyed her home, slew a god, and killed her dad. Their mistake was missing her.

Joining hands with the goddess of a destroyed Court, Nadia will track down her father’s killers to the ends of the earth. Down into the dark secrets that lie at the roots of the vaunted New World and its false peace. Even if she has to destroy the world and herself in the process.

Five summoners destroyed her life, and with the shards she’ll slit their throats.

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If you want announcements for when chapters drop, or just want to enjoy discussion discussion of the story or setting (or even just hit me up with fun questions about the story) here's the link to the discord: https://discord.gg/wrARcc9Wkt
Chapter wordcount is typically around 4k words.
Now being mirrored on RR as well!
Releases Saturday and Sunday <<less