Shepherding

A young traveler who receives enlightenment from another civilization is on a mission to save his beloved mentor. In his journey to seek the ultimate truth, he travels extensively and along the way, he experiences some unpredictable encounters. Will he be able to save his mentor or will his path be derailed?

Being an alien field researcher stranded on Earth really made survival quite difficult. "Me, an alien, give me money!"

In a forgotten corner of a vampire-ruled world, sixteen-year-old Elira, a quiet shepherd girl, lives a simple life among the hills her days filled with tending sheep, caring for her younger sister Lilin, and sharing soft-spoken moments with Nicholas, the nobleman’s son and her father’s old friend’s child. What blooms between Elira and Nicholas is young love: gentle, hesitant, and pure, untouched by the brutal world beyond their valley. But their peace is short-lived. Each spring, the vampires demand a Blood Tax; a girl from each village is offered to serve at the estate of a vampire lord. When the cruel hand of fate comes knocking, Elira’s name is chosen. Though the lord originally asked for her younger sister, her stepmother—driven by jealousy and self-interest—manipulates her father, Mr. Smith, into sending Elira instead. The choice is cemented when Elira learns her father owes a blood debt to the lord, forcing her to serve not for one year, but for several. Torn from her home, her love, and her dreams, Elira is taken to the vampire’s cold, towering estate where she is kept alive solely for her blood. She is neither harmed nor seduced, but her life is drained slowly—physically and emotionally—under strict rules, cruel servants, and a master whose gaze grows darker with time. As Elira struggles to survive the punishing routine, small mercies shine through: the kindness of a quiet housemaid, a secret song hummed at night, and memories of Nicholas that keep her soul intact. But when a mysterious northern vampire lord attends a decadent party and sees Elira, he recognises something in her eyes, something that stirs memories of a girl he once saved from drowning. She is not for sale… yet he is not a man who is easily denied. A deal is struck in secret. And Elira’s fate takes a darker, more dangerous turn—away from one vampire’s estate and into the chilling unknown of another lord’s domain. A story of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and quiet rebellion, a tithe of blood, a bloom of love explores the strength of a young girl forced to grow up too soon, and a romance that dares to survive in a world ruled by monsters.

Abraham Shepherd, a middle-aged office worker, wakes up in the middle of a lush forest on a mysterious island, far from the concrete jungle he used to call home. Sunlight streams through the trees, and as he shakes off the confusion, he realizes he’s not just waking up from a nap. He's been given a second chance at life! After meeting a tragic end during an intense gaming session, Abraham finds himself in a world bursting with color and adventure. Memories of his old life flood back—filled with loneliness and stress—but instead of feeling lost, he discovers a spark of determination. This new place offers him a shot at something different. As he sets off to figure out how to survive and thrive, he stumbles upon a mysterious system that promises to change everything. With new challenges ahead and unexpected powers at his fingertips, Abraham is ready to embrace this wild journey. Can he carve out a new life in this strange world, or will his past come back to haunt him? Join Abraham as he steps into the adventure of a lifetime starting on this uncharted island! | Initializing Naval Gacha System… | ――――― Do you want to read a story about a protagonist summoning modern warships into a fantasy world? Well, here it is! The Naval Gacha System: It's Time To Monopolize The Seven Seas!

In the rain-slicked, neon-drenched streets of Veridia City, one name is whispered in terror: The Vexillum Consortium. A monolithic crime syndicate whose tendrils choke every facet of life, they are the unopposed gods of the city's rotten heart. Their law is fear, their justice is death, and the police are nothing more than their neutered pets. To stand against The Vex is to beg for an end too brutal to imagine. When a desperate girl, Elara, makes a final, futile run for her life after witnessing the murder of her brother, the entire city turns a blind eye. She is prey, and The Vex are the hunters. Cornered in a dark alley, her hope extinguished, she collides with a man who is not from this city, a man with eyes that burn like embers. Kaelen "Kael" Ryker. He was only looking for a restaurant. But when he sees the girl's terror and the arrogant smirks of her pursuers, something ancient and cold within him awakens. They thought he was just another sheep to be slaughtered. They were wrong. He is the wolf the shepherds pray will never come. This is not a story of a hero. This is the story of a monster who hunts other monsters. The chronicle of a man whose power is so absolute, it inspires not just hope, but a terrifying awe. Watch as he dismantles the city's fear, piece by bloody piece, and builds an empire on its ashes, gathering a harem of deadly, beautiful women who are drawn to the irresistible gravity of his strength. He is not a hero. He is the FEARBREAKER.

Ein junger Reisender, der die Erleuchtung von einer anderen Zivilisation erhält, ist auf einer Mission, um seinen geliebten Mentor zu retten. Auf seiner Suche nach der ultimativen Wahrheit reist er viel und erlebt unterwegs einige unvorhersehbare Begegnungen. Wird es ihm gelingen, seinen Mentor zu retten, oder wird sein Weg entgleisen?

Thomas is a boy plagued with feelings of loneliness and isolation when one day, he discovers a mysterious box with the power to create life within it. Eager to escape his isolation, he becomes the Author of Life, shaping worlds and civilizations. As he grapples with his newfound power, Thomas learns that playing god has consequences beyond imagination. Civilizations and worlds will crumble and thrive all under his imperfect guidance. For fans of Low Dimensional Game and Shepherding/Nurturing Humanity, I think you will find this story to be worth your time.

14-year-old Jacob, an adolescent shepherd boy, leads his family's flock of sheep up the mountains unaccompanied for the very first time. Amidst the rugged terrain, Jacob encounters a formidable pack of wolves and a tumultuously fierce storm. It is in this pivotal moment that his fate takes an irreversible turn. Transitioning from a modest shepherd to the most notorious villain in the known universe. Vengeance is his objective and blood his confidant. Jacob emerges as the focal point of intergalactic powers, outlaws, bounty hunters, as well as heroes and adversaries alike, all fervently vying for his demise. His demise would signify a universal celebration enduring for countless eons. Will Jacob ascend to supremacy or will his odyssey come crashing to a halt?

Read if you like the following: Diesel-Punk, Desert-Punk, Mechas, Sci-Fi, Mystery, Action-Adventure. 200 years ago, the world had forever been changed by the advent of the seven wonder machines; the next step in human ingenuity. The Megas. But, instead of shepherding humanity into a new golden age; they rebelled against their creators. A long war called the 'Lost Decade' occurred, the Megas fought against all of humanity's combined forces to a bloody standstill. Then, without warning, the leader of the Megas activated its secret weapon; the Big Flash. In an instant, the atmosphere around the world was covered in a super-heated light; evaporating all of Earth's major oceans. And with it, the disappearance of the Megas. Earth had now become a desert world, where now in its distant future the descendants of the survivors of the Big Flash remain; children of The Mother, the all-encompassing sands that harbor's humanities last hopes. Free, is one such desert child. And his story of discovering the truth behind the disappearance of the Megas has now just begun.

Have you ever how the 'unique quest chains' are born, how 'mega-rare super-items' just drop out of thin air, and why every random minor character in the starting village is a hidden expert? I am the reason. I am the silently curshing ghost ofthe machine running cogs of 'secret quests', the plot-driving device of destiny, the shepherd to the millions of players that just KNOW that every stone holds a unique opportunity for loot, lore and skills. I am a sole Admin of the greatest DMMO-RPG, partialy AI and a man who holds the great responsibility overseeing the life of the game... With a slight problem though. The game was destroyed a week before it's start. Completely. So now there is no game. There are players, me and million of cheap tricks I honed in my life for the single goal of proving to all of you, that... This game definitely does exist. --- First of all, I post this book on my Patreon. 18 chapters of this book are there - for 3$ it's all yours... Though, of course, I will be posting it for free on this site too. Except I first post them on my Patreon - so now 1 chapter is here - and 19 are there. When it would have 10 chapters here? 28 chapters are there. So... You know? You can support my life there for 18 chapters ahead of the curve. I will be very grateful!

Shepherd Fox was one of the world’s most brilliant car designers and high-tech engineers—until a test of his experimental Rift Engine went catastrophically wrong. In a flash of white light and fractured time, Shepherd died… or so the world thought. He awakens in a different place, surrounded by heat, grease, and the smell of burning rubber. It's not a lab. It's not his world. It's Rio de Janeiro—and the streets are ruled by gangs, muscle cars, and a crew led by a man named Dominic Toretto. Fiction, Shepherd realizes, is now reality. As he navigates this universe where horsepower is king and loyalty runs deep, Shepherd discovers that the core embedded in his chest—the Rift Core—isn't just keeping him alive. It’s rewriting him, bonding with him, and unlocking his ability to shift between dimensions. But power like that never goes unnoticed. With corrupt agents, criminal empires, and powerful forces chasing the secret of the Rift, Shepherd must decide: will he lay low in a world on the brink of chaos—or take the wheel and steer fate itself? Because this world is fast. But he’s faster than anyone realizes.

Nelvan Aetherion was just an ordinary teenager, spending his days as a shepherd in the village of Nliyff. He lived far from the bustling world of magic, a world he could only dream of. But everything changed when he discovered a letter bearing an ancient emblem—the symbol of the Eclothera Magic Academy, a place where future great wizards are forged. The contents of the letter were shocking: Nelvan had been accepted as a new student at the academy. But how could that be? He didn’t possess even the slightest magical talent. Among brilliant students who commanded the elements and cast powerful spells, Nelvan felt like nothing more than a meaningless shadow. Yet behind his confusion, a great secret began to unfold—ancient blood flowed through his veins, not the blood of ordinary sorcerers, but the legacy of the Legendary Beast Tamers, masters of the bond between Aechtery and magical creatures. A rare power, feared, and even hidden away by the very history of magic itself. As threats from the dark world begin to rise and savage beasts awaken from their long slumber, Nelvan must embrace his destiny—not as a sorcerer, but as the guardian of balance between Aechtery and magical creatures. On a journey filled with danger and betrayal, one thing becomes certain—Eclothera is more than just an academy; it is the gateway to the past, the future, and the truth about who Nelvan truly is!

In a world ruled by divided kingdoms where crossing borders is punished by death, a hidden passage between ramparts becomes the only link between two strangers from opposite sides. A struggling shepherd, burdened by poverty and prejudice, fights daily to survive with dignity in a world that doubts her strength. On the other side, a boy living in disguise, hiding his true identity, seeks freedom from the weight of a crown by hunting wild beasts and selling their furs. When their paths cross unexpectedly, what begins as a moment of gratitude soon becomes a secret sanctuary. As days turn into months and months into years, their bond deepens beyond friendship, blooming amidst danger, silence, and separation. But the world they live in is cruel—driven by power, tradition, and fear. And as the truth begins to surface, so do the consequences of a love that was never meant to exist. “Incarnation” is a tale of hidden roads, quiet resilience, and a connection that defies fate, forged not in luxury, but in loyalty, laughter, and longing.

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only Light can do that," the Goddess Amalthea said as she held William in her loving embrace. "Hate cannot drive out hate, only Love can do that.” In order to help his little brothers and sisters at the orphanage, and save the person he loves, William decided to make the ultimate sacrifice. This selfless act moved the hearts of the Gods into gifting William the opportunity to enter the Cycle of Reincarnation with their blessings. Together with his Mama Ella, and a herd of goats, William embarks on a new journey to find the meaning of happiness in his new life. In a world of Swords and Magic, where adventures roam wild and free, the tale of the Legendary Shepherd is about to begin! [Disclaimer: You might get addicted reading this story.] ----------- Author's other stories. Strongest Necromancer of Heaven's Gate Wizard World Irregular Story Collaboration with other Authors. Kingdom Building Done Right ----------- P.S I would like to thank my editor RedPandaChick for always being there to help me with the edits of my story. Special thanks to Eranoth for helping me Fine-Tune the novel to make it more consistent and less chaotic. -----

Betrayed by lies and consumed by the mob's fury, the idealistic politician met his end at the hands of the very people he sought to protect. His legacy? Scorn. His dream? Trampled beneath the boots of ignorance. Never again will I serve the whims of the ignorant. When he wakes up in a foreign world, his second chance comes not as a ruler or king but as a frail parish priest in the forgotten outskirts of the Holy Empire. "The masses are nothing but tools—easily swayed, incapable of thought, and blind to reason. To lead is not to serve them, but to wield them." Bound to a mysterious system that rewards with miraculous powers, he begins his ascent—as the Messiah. Armed with the knowledge of his past life and a soul hardened by betrayal, he will transform this crumbling parish, climb the ranks of the Church, and carve a path to the pinnacle of power. In a world ruled by faith and fear, he will forge a new order, not to serve but to dominate. After all, a shepherd does not ask permission to lead the flock. He decides their fate. Faith is his weapon. Power is his goal. Divinity is his destiny.

In a world guided to prosperity by divine beings known as Shepherds, Yel Arki is haunted by whispers of an ancient entity within him—a force that promises the end of all existence and seeks to consume his very soul. Desperate to escape the growing dread, he takes on his first escort mission with the adventurer’s guild—a simple job that goes horribly wrong. When the caravan is attacked, Yel discovers dark secrets surrounding his client, Merika, and the ancient artifact she carries: the True Scriptures, a relic tied to a shadowy organization that walks in darkness. As Yel and Merika flee for their lives, he realizes the artifact is more than it seems—it holds the key to his own fate and the survival of the world itself. But the entity within him grows stronger, and its ultimate goal becomes clear: to plunge the world into eternal rest. Now, Yel must confront the truth about the entity, the artifact, and his own forgotten past—before it’s too late

In the fog-choked alleys of Victorian London, where gaslights flicker over secrets too terrible to name, **Reverend Valerian Croul** tends to a crumbling church no one remembers—until a **bloodstained letter** arrives, its parchment made of human skin. The letter speaks of **Ramatha**, a buried city where the sands whisper with the voices of the dead, and where the **Stone Shepherd** waits beneath seven shattered towers. Accompanied by the sharp-witted archaeologist **Lady Isolde Calmour** and the disgraced explorer **Alberic Sandford**, Valerian embarks on a journey that will unravel his mind. But Ramatha is no ruin. It is a **living nightmare**, where time fractures, memories twist, and the stones watch with carven eyes. As Valerian uncovers the truth of his own cursed bloodline, he must answer the question: *Is he seeking the city... or is the city seeking him?*

They were never of this world; they are the scattered sheep and have lost their flock. But the good shepherd has found his sheep. Hated by the world, they were ultimately chosen to protect it a burden they must carry till the very end. When a few individuals select the world of miracles and grace, they are granted power by Christ himself. Follow their journey to fight the forces of the fallen ones, the Nephilims, and witches who only wants caused chaos in the world, and the fall of humanity

Eric J. Shepherd Biography continued

500 years ago, the Goddess of Order, Meena, chose a mortal whom she fancied and made him her champion, bestowing upon him great power that ensured he never lost a war and he always prevailed in the face of adversity. The 'Jojoh Meena', the blessing of the Goddess of Order, was passed down from the mortal whom she favored and down through the line of his male descendants who became Kings of the Kingdom of Binoria. The descendants, with the power of the Goddess, waged war against their rival Kingdoms. Nearly wiping out the kingdom of Kolotia who defied their rule. Subjugating the Remu and the Talisi Kingdoms and forcing them to pay an annual penance to the mighty Binoria to ensure their fate doesn't mirror that of Kolotia. Vayin Vigon, present king of Binoria and holder of the blessing of the Goddess as his ancestors before him, sits on the red throne of the most powerful kingdom in the realm, Binoria. King Vayin Vigon is unstoppable in and out of the field of battle and his reign of tyranny seems to have no end. But unbeknownst to King Vayin is a Kolotian shepherd named Ishar, a young man who catches the eye of the God of Chaos, a malevolent God named Ovek who seeks to right the wrong done to the realm 500 years ago by the Goddess Meena. As the Goddess of Order gave to the Kings of Binoria so must the God of Chaos take from Ishar so as to restore balance within the realm. And the price deemed fit to be paid by Ishar so as to be the champion of Chaos, is the young Kolotian's sanity. Will madness be enough to overcome tyranny?

"Candles by design burn, and life by design ends. In the meantime doesn't it smell nice?" - Lola Viktor "Me personally, I never bust…” - Tyde Viktor "I have watched the heavens fall as a child. All of its splendor rained down on us and blessed us with its fertility. The demigods frequented my mothers tent, she was our village whore. I had too many siblings to count and none of us knew of our father. The village elders didn't know what to do with us so he made us follow the shepherds hunt, hoping we would die off on our own." - Dior Vain ************************************** [R18+] (For violence and profanity. I don't write lewd content unless it's for comedy)

[Volume ll in progress...] Heavenly Dao is supreme; it is above all else and below no one. To tamper with it is a taboo, enough to warrant certain death. But Wu Xing would beg to differ, for he had seen the Heavens bow before a man—the very same man who took everything from him. Now just a mere fragment of a soul trapped in a cauldron, Wu Xing would have to navigate through the dangerous world of cultivation back to the top. Fortunately for him, this isn't his first time. --- [Book - 1 Mortal Shepherding Volume I - Soulful Guidance (13/13) (20k words) Volume ll - Chaotic Guidance (11/On-going) (??) Volume lll - ??? (???) (???) ] … [The Cover image is Female Main Lead] #Tags: Action | Adventure | Xainxia | Cultivation | High Fantasy | Male Lead | Romantic Subplot | No-harem | Bloodline | Non-human lead | Age-regression Chapter length - 1.5k(+) words Metric System Weight: 1 Jin = 0.5 Kg = 500 grams Volume: 1 Sheng = 1 Litre 1 ge = 1/10 Sheng = 1/10 Litre = 100 millimetre Length: 1 Li = 0.5 Kilometre = 500 meter

Shadow, a charming fox with a mischievous streak, thinks he’s seen it all—that is, until he loses his prized tail in a twist of fate. Forced to confront his past and his insecurities, Shadow sets out on an unexpected journey of friendship, loyalty, and second chances on Sushi’s bustling farm. Alongside Lone, a confident shepherd with golden fur, a flock of spirited chickens, and the debonair rooster, RooRoo, Shadow finds himself part of a loving yet hilariously chaotic farm family. As they pull together to bring Sushi and her love, Farmer Oyster, closer, Shadow discovers what it truly means to belong. With plenty of laughs, pranks, and heartwarming moments, Shadow learns that family can be found in the most unexpected places—and that sometimes, the most valuable treasures are the ones we create ourselves. Join Shadow and his new friends in this delightful, funny, and heartfelt tale about finding joy, love, and friendship when you least expect it.

James death was very similar to the way his life had been, pathetic and quite forgettable. He had been an underachieving, procrastinating, overweight and undisciplined dissapointment of a human being. He had spent his life doing heroic amounts of nothing. So when the neighbors two neglected and desperate for freedom German Shepherds dug out of their kennel and found James they where once again robbed of any real predatory stimulation. James body unleashed a mighty dose of adrenaline, propelling his bulbous form for 6 entire strides of panicky jigglily escape before his heart finally rebelled against the injustice it had been subjected to for the past 27 years of sedentary gluttonous life, and stopped. It might be that some lingering negative karma from that poor mistreated heart followed James through death itself, in an attempt to make certain that no other heart would ever suffer as it had. Maybe that's why out of all the myriad forms of life in existence, James awoke after his ordeal to find himself in an incredibly alien and disorienting body. James awoke in great confusion, but for reasons he didnt yet understand, with the innate knowledge that he was now a jellyfish.

In the depths of a frigid winter, Oswald, a mere shepherd, fights for survival alongside his pregnant mother in a war-torn world. His life takes a sinister turn with the arrival of a mysterious traveler who claims to carry an urgent message for the royals. An opportunity bearer but at what cost? As night deepens, Oswald uncovers a shocking destiny that goes beyond mere survival. His night wanderings are no mere sleepwalking; they are tied to the dreadful beast that haunts his village. This wolf-like creature prowls the valley, bringing dread as the specter of war looms closer. Blood will flow, loyalties will be tested, and Oswald must face the beast within as he strides the perilous path between humanity and monstrous power.

In a humble village nestled amidst vast, rolling plains, a young and unassuming shepherd named Alex embarks on a journey that will change his destiny forever. As he tends to his sheep with unwavering dedication, little does he know that fate has grand plans in store for him. One fateful day, an ancient artifact is discovered on the outskirts of the village, foretelling the arrival of a chosen one destined to unite the fractured lands and lead an empire to greatness. The villagers soon realize that Alex possesses unique abilities, an unyielding determination, and an innate sense of justice that sets him apart. As whispers of his destiny spread like wildfire, a ruthless and power-hungry warlord, Lord Malric, catches wind of Alex's potential and becomes obsessed with preventing the prophecy from coming true. A relentless pursuit ensues, as Alex finds himself entangled in a perilous game of survival, facing treacherous foes and battling inner doubts. Guided by an ancient sage and aided by loyal friends he meets along the way, Alex must navigate through deadly traps, political intrigues, and epic battles, each trial pushing him closer to embracing his true destiny. Throughout his journey, he discovers the strength to inspire others and rally disparate communities, forming alliances and unearthing long-lost knowledge. In a climactic showdown, Alex faces Lord Malric's formidable forces, where courage, wit, and the power of unity are put to the ultimate test. As the dust settles, the once-simple shepherd emerges victorious, earning the respect of allies and adversaries alike. With the once-divided lands united under his benevolent rule, Alex becomes the Shepherd Emperor, a symbol of hope and prosperity. But the trials are far from over, and he must now confront the weight of leadership and the Chapter 9: "The Shepherd Emperor's Triumph" threat of those who covet his power. "Rise of the Shepherd Emperor" is an exhilarating tale of self-discovery, resilience, and the transformative power of destiny. It takes readers on a thrilling adventure through a world filled with danger, magic, and the timeless struggle between good and evil, culminating in the ascension of an unexpected hero to the pinnacle of an empire.