All Oscar Bromley wants is a little peace and quiet. An alchemist with no friends, family, or aspirations, he has consigned himself to a life of misanthropy. Unfortunately, his vampiric half is acting up; haunted by hungers he cannot control, violent intrusive thoughts, and an alter ego that hunts at night, it seems there's no one to save him.... more>>

Or so he thought.

Alabastra Camin is a thieving urban folk hero and adventurer extraordinaire. She, and her partners in crime Faylie and Tegan, are Oscar's (begrudging) old acquaintances, shop regulars, and thorns in his side... Yet they may just be the key to solving his blood curse. They're intent on taking him on an adventure, where they'll lie, steal, cheat, uncover a dark plot of conquest, rediscover some buried personal truths, and maybe even fall a little bit in love.

Whether he likes it or not.

Witch Hunt is a web serial set in a gaslamp fantasy world, where swords and sorcery meet speakeasies and swank. Expect gratuitous violence, industrialization, explorations of personal autonomy, trans rights and trans wrongs, the rising tide of authoritarian control, strange magic, and magic strangers.

Updates every 5 days. <<less

Selina Kyle is fed up with lock-up. She wants to recruit the infamous Bane as the muscle of her escape plan. But the brawny mercenary's... more>> allegiance is not so easily won. The fierce and lovely Catwoman will need to do whatever it takes to earn Bane's loyalty. <<less

Ah! Aythryn City. Truly a mess of neon and trash all supporting the psychopaths that live here. Desire is the name of the game in... more>> such a bright place, as anyone on the streets can verify. Whether it be the gangs roaming the streets, the corpo rats in their tall towers, or the people just trying to get by; everyone wants something. And hey! I'm all for that. I'm no different, after all. <<less

Jianghu is where the rivers flow free and seekers of their own destinies roam. A minor celebrity of Jianghu, Swordsman Yan finds himself down on his luck two years after his name-making feat at the Trial of Swords. Turns out fame doesn't always lead to fortune. So when he discovers that the petty scoundrel he's been commissioned to find has a string of bounties on his head and a long line of powerful people waiting to collect on their debts of vengeance, Yan is determined to be the one to bring the man to justice. ... more>>

Of course, his target isn't going to give up so easily.

["boyfailure" swordsman x beautiful phantom thief, switch pairing]
[Disclaimer: This is a fictional setting. The author claims no historical accuracy.] <<less

It's weird having an ace detective as your best friend, especially when you're keeping so many secrets from her. ... more>>

Sherry Sterling is a teenage detective that has solved more than her fair share of crimes, a prodigy in the detective field, and my best friend. As an ace-level crime-solver, she gets called upon to solve some cases every now and then, but tonight's case might be her biggest challenge yet: The legendary Phantom Thief who has pulled off many impossible heists is on the move, this time announcing that they are about to steal a precious diamond in the middle of a cruise auction! This a perfect stage for an ultimate showdown between the teenage ace detective and the daring phantom thief.

It's showtime! <<less

"Death was a matter of some inconvenience to Démia, in the way picking the wrong color dress might inconvenience me. One supposes that self-resurrection must be a handy talent for a hero, especially the only hero in the Corrupt plane of Barakna. Of course, that self-regeneration comes with a monstrous price tag; a price I would someday pay myself. ... more>>

"I must admit that I was not sorry, at the time, that I was the sword that killed her.

"We had been close, but we had had a falling out, what with Démia letting herself be sent to Barakna as war booty and her killing my fiancé, our brother Connal. Yes, brother. We were all members of the Imperial family and incest was encouraged in the Eden family. Don't judge. In my grief, I began experimenting with shapechanging myself into enchanted materials. I impressed and amazed everyone and I earned considerable praise which somewhat lightened my heart. Alas, my enchanting master became obsessed with one of those materials and he captured me and transformed me into a sword. An embarrassing inconvenience but one which became a great deal more serious when a Demonkin enchanter linked me with a private hell and turned me into the soul-eating sword, Soulwyrm. Such a prison defied even my skills at shapechanging.

"However, when Cael Warwick killed my sister Démia with Soulwyrm, she discovered my predicament and vowed she would free me before escaping my hell-prison and resurrecting herself. To my surprise, she was serious.

"And that’s where our story really starts, in a cold, rainy alley where Démia awaits Cael Warwick, perhaps the greatest power fighter in the Higher Planes, her lover and mortal enemy, who still carried Soulwyrm. I hope Démia doesn’t die on my blade again.

"I don’t think I could live down the embarrassment of killing my sister twice."

--Melindra Eden, Princess of Shapes

I'll be releasing two chapters a week, Tuesday and Thursday. First four books are written (I've recently edited the first 3 and they are mostly good to go). Will finishing editing book four and write book five next. Most of the sexual content comes much later in the series.

Closest parallel to series in Nine Princes in Amber. The Edens get along...better? Incestuous theme warnings. Also, looking at their behavior, I'm not sure they do get along better. They love each other more but they can be pretty treacherous.

All books feature Demia and Melindra as narrators until book 3 where Santina briefly narrates a few chapters. <<less

While magic has long been accepted as a force of nature, very few realize that magic has a mind and will of its own. While... more>> many may learn how to wield, control, and capture magic, some are born of magic. Born of magic, those few often possess great power and an incomprehensible understanding of the ethereal. But knowledge of the ethereal and great power may not be enough to live in a world where others covet that power, nor may it be enough to survive. <<less

After being a wilfully unwilling subject of magical testing our cloaked protagonist, who refrains from revealing his own name, is diving into the dirt underbelly of the slums he once lived in. ... more>>

Partnered with a dagger for hire who's bound by the promise of financial stability. Together the two bound by the promise of riches advance into the conspiracies plaguing their country.

Along the way, they gain acquaintances, enemies, and undead slaves who differ from the usual word-slurring walking bag of bones.

In this world of fantasy magic is a drug, a bare-knuckle fight can be more destructive than wizardry, and the lost art of the arcane can shape the structured outcome of any given battle.

"How far will I be willing to go? I don't know... I ain't got anything else to live for, so the rabbit hole decides." <<less

Since the dawn of humanity we have prospered. Our intelligence is second to none. But our emotions are also nearly impossible to handle. Since the... more>> first murderer in history thousands of years ago. Gates have formed from severe emotions and as such abilities to take on the Gates have also appeared. However, it is ones character that develops their abilities. The stronger ones character the stronger ones abilities and the type of 'hunter' the become. In the year 2023 19 year old, Kim Jugeum, is awakened as a Thief and is trying to keep himself afloat while trying to keep his entire family with him. Until one day he is stuck in a Dungeon with someone suspicious... someone with a system. <<less

The city of Uruda was unlike any other in the Empire; Nowhere else had its ruling philosophy failed so spectacularly.

Betrayed by his former gang and thrown into the Rendhold Underprison, Dantes has spent the last five years scraping by. A whoreson of orcish, human, and elvish blood, he's lived on the periphery of the periphery, lying, cheating, and stealing to survive. After a run of bad luck, he's made a powerful enemy. Luckily, he's also got all the tools he needs to turn things around.... more>>

A slow burn progression fantasy focused on rising through the criminal underworld of a city-state using newfound powers and quick wits.

MC's powers will develop slowly, but he will use them in creative ways to get ahead, and in the meantime he's not above just braining someone with a club.

Anti-hero MC with a code.

1500+ words per chapter

Read ahead on RR https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/79173/downtown-druid-progression-fantasy

Or even further ahead on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Seersucker <<less

After a traumatic childhood event that resulted in the loss of her father, Anya Heddon made a promise to herself: she would bring justice to... more>> the downtrodden. She would demand the Verdant Baron fulfill his oaths to the people he ruled. Over a decade later, she finally found her chance. Her strategy: confront the baron during his thirtieth birthday celebration and reveal his failures in front of the entire court. What she didn’t plan for was the irresistible gatekeep barring her path, a man confined by his own secrets and obligations. Thus begins a cat and mouse tale between a daring rogue with dreams to change the world and the man who would cage her. A tale of the poisons that can both heal and harm: Foxglove and Wormwood <<less

In the shadowy streets of Talvine Vari, skilled thief William Black is sent on a risky heist. When complications arise, he seeks refuge with a mysterious healer named Lira. Together, they decide to help a besieged village, leading to a partnership forged in the heat of battle and the discovery of William's newfound magical abilities. As they journey forward, their bond grows stronger.... more>>

This is my own original story, I'll be publishing this novel soon and just wanted to get some feedback. If popular, I will continue to upload to this site. <<less

Aegis's life was far from smooth. His parents had left him to fend for himself on the streets. And Palla, his sister, was on the brink of death. He thought his life couldn't get any worse...... more>>

That is, until he was thrust into an encounter with a cursed being. A fight to the death. But even after he returned to his world. He noticed something. It had changed.

This is a story about Aegis. And his travels through his ruined apocalyptic world, strengthening himself, forming connections, but most importantly, finding Palla. <<less

Celestine- a full dive MMO powered by the most cutting-edge AI actors and game directors, offering game-play beyond just hitting a bad guy with a sword or spell. With characters that can react as seamlessly as any human, players can take charge in world-spanning political actions, lead armies, and stoke the fires of revolution without relying on a quest line.... more>>

Enter Eric Stahls- one out of a million guys just like him. Someone who wishes he could do something to leave an impact, a legacy in a world in recovery- and with a game world where his unimportant job didn't act as a barrier to relevance, well what's a guy to do?

Roll up a brooding girl avatar and dive right in with her punk-rock lesbian roommate, it seems. Featuring cracked eggs, NPCs who are a lot more sapient than they let on, and the most thinly veiled Cosmere-inspired worldbuilding you've ever seen. We are talking two degrees of separation from being fanfic, these game devs were clearly pulling up the ancient archives of the Coppermind for inspiration. If you like hard magic and girls kicking ass in every possible field, this is your story. Cover art by @deimosatellite on Twitter. <<less

A short story detailing the story of a Fon, a thief who stole a song from a Planet that sings. If the short story catches... more>> your attention, than you can check out my other works, they are all connected. <<less

Recruit monster girls. Build my base.
And rob the world blind.... more>>

When a snake bite ruins my day, the last thing I expected was to learn that I had magical powers.

Not only was I a snake shifter, but there was a shadowy group of killers who were already searching for me.

Here I thought I was just a disillusioned college student.

Now a strange organization wants to kill me, a crippled guild master wants me to rebuild his former home, and a bunch of monster girls need my protection.

Luckily, the girls’ unique races give them abilities that we can use to our advantage. With their help, my own skills, and a questionable moral compass, we’ll become the most successful thieves guild in history.

***Monster Girl Thieves Guild is an Urban Fantasy Harem Heist with base building, pickpocketing, lockpicking, lying, stealing, running from authority figures, taking from the rich, giving to the poor, you know. That sort of thing. Oh, and monster girls. Lots of hot monster girls with unique talents and abilities, both magical and… physical.***

I've already published this book but decided to branch out and release it for free! If you want to read the rest before all chapters have been posted, you can find the ebook here (https://www.amazon.com/Monster-Girl-Thieves-Guild-Building-ebook/dp/B09MV75NJG/) or you can subscribe to my patreon and get the ebook for free! <<less

So liz n I,
you can find him here as ve-liz-eraptor,
we don't do much.... more>>

But we used one of his creative notes of somethin he once wanted to write
in google docs and translated it a lota times 80 times (not with AI) to reveal the
Magical wisdom of the what ever the duck masterpiece.

Get ready to read random amazingly funny, overly comedic,
and for some reason sometimes surprisingly logical,
symphony of 80 countries sitting in one room playing chinese whispers,
telling the story of brooks and his friends, finding their path to religion.

Cheese. <<less

Luna Starlight is a girl cursed with supernatural powers. Along with abilities of her own, her true curse is how those she becomes close with awaken extraordinary powers of their own. She learned for herself how dangerous this was years ago and grew fearful of what she could do. However, everything began to change when she reunites with a childhood friend who makes an offer she couldn't ever expected.... more>>

"Love is a special power that allows us to connect with others." This a story about understanding what those words truly means. <<less

Since obtaining the system, Yang Xuan's goals have been very clear. As someone who absolutely loves watching movies, it's an obligation for Yang Xuan to make up for the regrets within those movies. Of course, Yang Xuan enjoys freedom and dislikes being tied down by other matters. However, as Yang Xuan's abilities continue to grow, many things are beyond his control, as they say, "a person in the martial world is not always free to choose." Nevertheless, one thing Yang Xuan is certain of is that as long as the day comes when his strength reaches a point where no one or nothing can shake it, that will be the truest form of freedom and... more>> leisure.

......................Perhaps, just perhaps~~~ people still need bonds. <<less

Seth enjoys many things: fire, stealing, explosions, but the thing that drives him the most is fear. Reincarnated into a world of levels and classes Seth has to not only live, but prosper in this new world that calls him Evil just because of his given class. He wasn’t evil, Seth was just a bit... innovative.... more>>

This novel is far less System-based than it sounds and is mainly just used to better showcase the character's powers and progress. I promise you, not excellent writing but decent enough to let the story do its own talking.

Enjoy the story, bear with my grammar, and have a nice day.

:)

[Guaranteed Updates once every 2 days, chapters avg 2k words] <<less

I was taken, swiped right out of my world. My memories too. Just pop and gone, all of it. Stolen. Now here I am in crazy magic land and I don't even know what my name was. Oh, and I'm not even human anymore, that's gone too.... more>>

But I’ve found this kid who’s going to magic school. And now I’m his ‘familiar’ so that means I go to class too. Magic is amazing, right? It can fix anything. So if I learn it I can even fix my inability to effing talk because I’m an effing cat. Sorry, I shouldn’t be so salty about that. I kinda like being a cat. Mostly.

Magic is amazing. Until it goes missing.

Chapters average about 2k words with two chapters a week.
The cat swears. A lot.
This story is also posted on Royal Road. Cover is AI generated using Dream Studio.

Thank you for reading. <<less

Part crime solver, part crime causer, the cunning heiress Cassidy Cain uses her privilege and wits for those without her advantages as The Grandmaster of Theft.... more>>

Following the events of The Sowing Tomorrow Gala Job, Cassidy now finds herself in a new role: the head of a crew. Although she was born to lead, her skills are put to the test as she navigates the unique challenges of each individual member. She grapples with a potentially treacherous thief, her grandfather's attempts to guide her away from crime, her girlfriend finding her footing in the underworld, and her ever-watchful right-hand man, who values her safety above all else.

When Cassidy is contacted by an up-and-coming tennis star she once assisted, she’s roped into an investigation that becomes the nexus between the crew’s present challenges, their future enemies, and a past Cassidy would rather forget. With pressure after pressure mounting, she must outmaneuver, outwit, and outplay her foes if she doesn’t wish to be undone by her own audacity. <<less

Enter the enchanting world of Yeonhwa, a realm where ancient magic and timeless traditions converge and embark on an extraordinary journey through time and memory... more>> in this captivating tale. Follow Ji-Yeon and her companions as they navigate a world where past and present intertwine, and destinies are rewritten. From the echoes of forgotten memories to the enigmatic powers of a medallion, immerse yourself in a story where regression holds the key to uncovering hidden truths and changing the course of fate. Join them on a quest that transcends time itself, and prepare for a narrative that unravels the threads of the past while unveiling the mysteries of the future.
"Serpent's Song: Chronicles of the Moonlit Realm" is a tapestry of magic and courage, a tale of heroes rising against the encroaching darkness. Lose yourself in a world where captivating characters, intricate world-building, and the eternal battle between light and shadow ignite a spellbinding series. Get ready to be transported into a realm of wonder, where the serpentine melody of destiny beckons-will you heed its call?" <<less

Conrad Cooper was an underachiever. No job. No prospects. Just a natural talent for taking things that weren’t his. But his thieving ways finally caught up with him after a simple cash grab went awry. After plunging a hundred feet into a watery grave, he’s given a second chance in a new world.... more>>

His penchant for stealing landed him a rookie position in the Lurchroot guild’s rookie team of Dungeon Runners. Connor’s new job: go into rival guilds’ dungeons, kill their bosses and make it out with their treasure. However, other guilds won’t make it easy. Traps, monsters and ever-changing dungeon layouts make getting the loot a deadly endeavor.

With the risk of life and limb come rewards beyond anything Conrad could have claimed back on Earth. In Igitah, successful Dungeon Runners are hailed - and paid - like celebrities, in addition to the loot and levels they gain from their adventures.

And that’s why rival guilds are willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that their competitors don’t get that luxury, even through means beyond their dungeon walls.

For once, Conrad’s thieving will be what saves his life. <<less