1. Blue – Ethereals
Status: Abilities under study by the Vortex due to their extreme rarity.
Key Fact: No Ethereal has been discovered yet, making their potential powers a mystery.
Speculated Abilities: Psychic control, time manipulation, or unparalleled healing.
....
2. Green – Sages
Abilities:
Highly intelligent, capable of solving complex problems and engineering advanced technology.
Control over natural elements like grasses and trees, including accelerated growth and subtle manipulation.
Symptoms:
—Enhanced memory and problem-solving.
—Difficulty sleeping due to an overactive mind.
—Obvious connection to plant life (e.g., plants growing or bending toward them).
....
3. Velvet – Ignis
Abilities: Pyrokinetics with the power to control fog and smoke.
Symptoms:
—Unusual warmth radiating from their hands.
—Sensitivity to smoke and fog, feeling energized by their presence.
—Occasional spontaneous sparks or faint flickers of flame when emotional.
...
4. Violet – Vipers
Abilities: Deadly mutants with venomous claws.
Symptoms:
—Fingernails hardening into claws.
—Tingling or burning sensation in hands/mouth when agitated.
—Red, irritated rash forming on their hands.
—Reflexes as fast as a striking snake.
...
5. Black – Ravens
Abilities: Retractable wings and super speed, embodying freedom and danger.
Symptoms:
— Unusual bruising or tenderness on the upper back, signaling retractable wings.
—Sudden gusts of wind when agitated or focused.
—Black feather-like marks on shoulders or arms.
6. VORTEX: Vital Organization for Research on Transformations and Experiments in Xenogenesis.
SYNOPSIS:
[Volume 1: Ongoing]
After a devastating meteor strike shatters Brooklyn, humanity is struggling to rebuild. The meteor's deadly gases mutate the population, granting extraordinary powers to a select few—but at a terrible cost. To control and study these mutants, the Vital Organization for Research on Transformations and Experiments in Xenogenesis (VORTEX) establishes the VORTEX Academy, a prestigious institution designed to help mutants harness their abilities.
Kira Shawn's life takes a drastic turn when her boyfriend, Asher Prescott tests positive for the mutagen and is forcibly sent to the academy. Determined to join him, Kira risks everything by falsifying her test results to secure her own enrollment. But beneath the academy's polished facade lies a web of dark secrets and sinister experiments.
As Kira uncover the chilling truth behind VORTEX's motives, she discovers that her blood may hold the key to humanity's survival—or its ultimate destruction. With time running out, Kira must master her newfound powers and decide whether to become the world's last hope or its greatest threat.
.
.
.
#excerpt 1
.
.
.
"Good morning, Asher." Dr. Fowler grinned, gulping down a glass of water meant for Asher the previous night.
Asher sprang from his bed, his crystal-blue eyes burning with a mix of determination and rage. "I don't belong here! I need to go to—"
"Kira." Dr. Fowler chuckled, tapping Asher's shoulder lightly. "Yes, yes. You've made that very clear."
"Would you do that for me?" Asher asked, softening his tone in desperation. If he wanted to leave, it would be best to stay polite—at least for now.
"Walk with me," Dr. Fowler said brightly, already heading toward the door.
Reluctantly, Asher followed as the man led him through a shortcut. They stepped out of the male dormitory into fresh air, the faint scent of damp earth and pine filling Asher's nostrils. The path wound through a lush canopy of large green trees, sunlight breaking through in patches, guiding them toward the training grounds.
"Are you taking me to her?" Asher asked, a flicker of hope creeping into his voice.
Dr. Fowler flashed him another smile, but his expression was unreadable. "You're a viper, Asher."
"No, I'm not. That's something you made up."
Dr. Fowler ignored the protest and spoke into the air. "Freda, please display Exhibit 45."
"[Exhibit 45 will be displayed in three seconds]," an AI-generated female voice replied, smooth and mechanical.
Asher stiffened, his mind counting down instinctively. Three. Two. One.
A hologram projector activated in front of them, and Asher's breath caught in his throat.
It was Kira. She was seated on a basketball court, her face lit by a soft smile. Asher watched himself approach her on the screen, his steps hesitant yet filled with anticipation. She rose to greet him, and he embraced her warmly.
Then, the scene twisted.
His fingers retracted into razor-sharp claws, sinking into Kira's throat. Her gasp rang out like a piercing cry, her eyes wide with betrayal as her voice choked into silence. Blood pooled at his feet. When he finally released her neck, she crumpled to the ground, her lifeless form sprawled on the concrete.
"No," Asher whispered, shaking his head violently. His legs trembled, threatening to give way. "This isn't real. It can't be real."
Dr. Fowler's satisfied smile was like a knife in the gut. As the hologram flickered and disappeared, he leaned closer, his tone calm but laced with malice.
"Think of the millions of possibilities, Asher. The deadly venom you possess could take her out in less than a second. If you truly love her, as you claim, you'll protect her."
.
.
.
#Excerpt 2
"You would risk your life for a boy?" Mrs. Florence asked, raising an eyebrow as Kira pulled books from the shelves.
"He's not just any boy; he's my Asher. Besides, I don't mind risking the life he saved." Kira defended, skimming through the book titles. There had to be something here that could help her get mutated or even reverse his mutation.
Mrs. Florence shook her head, watching the girl sift through the books with tear-brimmed eyes.
"And what if he's already moved on?"
Kira froze.
---
Excerpt 3
"Why don't you give love another shot? Imogen's really into you," James teased, placing his elbow on Asher's shoulder.
Asher shook his head and glanced at Imogen, who waved at him with a smile. He quickly returned his gaze to his meal.
"I belong to someone else," he said, taking a bite of his sandwich.
"Kira? Dude, it's been six months. What if she's already moved on?"
Asher's heart trembled, but he let out a sigh, swallowing the lump in his throat. "As long as she's happy."
"I belong to someone else." He answered, taking a bite from his sandwich.
_____
P L A Y L I S T:
Apocalypse — Cigarettes after Sex.
Minefields — Fauozia & John Legend.
Darker Side — David Kushner
Poison — David Kushner.
Sweet Oblivion — David Kushner.
Burn — David Kushner.
Miserable Man — David Kushner.
Mr. Forgettable — David Kushner.
Too Sweet — Hozier.
Take Me To Church — Hozier.
Teenage Dream — Stephen Dawes
Where do we go?(When we need love)— Llyoiso.
her — JVKE.
Where's My Love — SYML
Don't Blame Me — Taylor Swift.
River — Bishop Briggs.
Tattooed on my heart — Bishop Briggs.
Ride — Lana Del Rey.
Cinnamon Girl — Lana Del Rey.
I wanna be yours — Artic Monkeys.
Love Lies — Khalid ft Normani.
Lovely — Billie Ellish ft. Khalid.
All The Stars — Kendrick Lamar ft. SZA.
If The World Was Ending —
Die With A Smile — Lady Gaga ft. Bruno Mars.
Lights Down Low — Max ft. Gnash
Revolution —
Helium — SIA
Yellow — Cold Play.
Garden — KAMAUU
Something Super Sweet — Rory Webley.
I miss you, I'm sorry — Gracie Abrams.
I love you, I'm sorry — Gracie Abrams.
Some Type Of Love — Charlie Puth.
See you again — Wiz Khalifa & Charlie Puth
(An official Playlist would be out soon! Suggest songs in the comments to be added as well.:-)
_______
T R O P E S
• Bwwm romance. (Black woman, white man)
• YA/Teen
• Apocalypse (post apocalyptic)
• Sci-fi romance.
• strong FL (develops along the line)
•Academy.
______
Author's Socials:
Instagram: @ebynamani
______
More information would updated soon. Happy reading:-)