Shattered An Sao Tale

WSA 2025 Entry What is a man, if not a vessel of hidden truths and whispered deceptions? Beneath the fragile facade lies a labyrinth of secrets—truths buried so deeply they intertwine with the lies we tell ourselves just to survive another day. The masks we wear may fool the world, but they cannot hide the fractures within. Even those we hold closest, the ones we entrust with our hearts, may be the very hands carving unseen wounds into our souls, feeding them to the monsters lurking in the shadows. He was never meant to uncover it. But when fragments of forgotten identities surface and unseen forces move in the shadows, Aramith is thrust into a web of deception, blood, and a history long buried. Worse still, within him stirs an attribute unlike any other—the strongest, yet the most chaotic. A power that bends to no master, a force that threatens to consume him whole. To wield it is to risk destruction; to reject it is to remain powerless. And yet, power alone does not reveal the truth, for blood tells no lies, flowing only when life is claimed, but even its crimson clarity is no guide to the truth. How does one find what is real when their very existence is a fractured mirror, splintered into shards that reflect only distorted glimpses of an identity lost? Each shard offers the promise of clarity, yet together, they form nothing but ruin. To uncover the truth is to face the darkness, and to risk losing what little remains of the self. For in the end, can a man truly hold a reflection if he no longer knows who—or what—he truly is?

The world is rotting. Corruption Objects-twisted abominations from the Counterside Dimension-spill into reality, consuming everything in their path. The last line of defense? The Counters. Elite warriors trained to fight, survive, and die in a war humanity refuses to acknowledge. At the heart of it all is Kun, a reckless, unpredictable fighter wielding the abyss itself as a weapon. His brother, Suho, cold, calculating, and burdened with a secret that could shatter everything. They arrive at Counters Academy, a training ground where more than half of recruits never return from their first mission. Survival is a luxury. Betrayal is inevitable. And something darker lurks beneath the academy's walls. From the feared Abyss Squad to the elite Fenrir Squad, from rival assassins to Counter Hunters, Kun and Suho's squad, Oblivion, is caught in the eye of the storm. Why does the Administration fear them? Why is the world watching them? And what the hell is Kun really becoming? This is not just a war. This is annihilation. And when the dust settles, one question remains: Who will still be standing?

Abandoned on the battlefield, all he could do was endure the hellish life. He had no family to rely on, as they had turned their backs on him. A soul from the battlefield, Lucavion Thorne. But apparently, he was a lot more than a mere soldier, as fate had many things stored for him. A soul from Earth....When they merged, he realized. He was a one-chapter villain whose sole purpose was to serve as a background setting for the protagonist's tragedy. But was he truly a one-chapter villain, or did fate still have some tricks up its sleeve? Watch the story of Lucavion Thorne as he finds the purpose behind his transmigration and discovers his own fate. ---------- One or two chapters daily. Chapter Length 1500-2000 You can check my discord if you want. You will be able to see the illustrations here and engage in a conversation with me if I am available. https://discord.gg/qRknX5hTur ---------------------------0------------------------------ Business E-mail: yusuftalhayasar@outlook.com Discord: _yty_

They Weren’t Just Hot Aliens—They Were Beast Men Too. And Now? The Universe Was Breaking Apart. ——————————————————— Hot Alien Lords. An Apocalypse. Strange Universes. A Glitching Storyline. Secrets, Betrayal, and a Fight for Survival. ——————————————————— She was just an overworked, underpaid author who fell asleep mid-chapter—only to wake up as a maid in her own novel. The bad news? She was trapped in the castle of three devastatingly attractive alien lords, brothers whose power could crush her in an instant. The worse news? In a world where females were plain at best, she’d somehow become the most jaw-droppingly gorgeous woman alive. Now, every jealous (and horrifyingly ugly) female wanted her dead, and the lords? They wouldn’t stop looking at her like she was their next meal. Her insider knowledge of the plot should’ve been her golden ticket, but the story? It was glitching. She’d written them as hot aliens who could transform into beasts—snakes, lions, and jaguars, to be exact. But seeing it firsthand? Terrifying. Their movements blurred the line between man and monster, predatory gazes locking onto her with an intensity she never typed into existence. Was this how they’d always been? Or was the world twisting into something else? Then came the real horror. An apocalyptic infection was spreading beyond the castle walls. People were mutating, becoming something... inhuman. The world itself was fracturing, opening doors to unknown universes that were never part of her original draft. One brother craved her like an obsession. Another wanted to break her. And the third? He carried a secret that could destroy everything. Thalina thought the lords would be the only males she’d have to mate with. Now? She wasn’t so sure. Between a castle full of murderous women, the dangerous desire of three alien beastmen, and a storyline spiraling out of her control, survival wasn’t just a goal anymore—it was the only thing keeping her from becoming another twisted piece of the story. Can she escape her own creation, or is she fated to die in a world she never meant to live in?

Everyone knows that the eldest young master of the Fu family is cold and noble, sinister and cunning. Few people know that he has loved a woman for over ten years and even has a child, making him a true hypocrite. Until one day, in front of the media and under the spotlight, he holds the woman firmly in his arms, tender and affectionate— "Marriage, children, the whole package. After so many years, you still refuse to take responsibility for me?"

Thousands of years ago, a blinding silver light shone upon the universe and eleven godsent heroes emerged to save the world when it was on the brink of collapse to the hands of alien assailants. Gradually, humanity evolved and in today's world, virtually everyone is born with a chakra panel granting them the potential to draw a level of power similar to these unforgotten heroes. Strong or weak, those with the ability to harness the chakra within are revered as Dells. However, not all humans are Dells. Follow Keres on his journey towards uncovering humanity's darkest secrets buried deep underneath his dormant memories. [Now posting on RoyalRoad.com]

Under the sacred tree, beneath the veil of night, Shailya encounters Vahalla—the one destined to reshape his purpose. In this universe, all beings possess the divine powers of gods and deities; some have mastered them, while others remain unaware of their potential. A never-ending war rages between the forces of Light and Darkness, and the only being capable of restoring balance—the Rakkan—remains imprisoned. Now, the second-most powerful entity in existence, Vahalla, bears the burden of protecting Prithvi, the only planet with the potential to revive the universe. But he cannot do it alone. To fulfill his mission, he needs a disciple—someone destined for greatness. That disciple is Shailya Mahoraga. This is the first volume of The Tale of Diwankula: The Genesis.

An ordinary cultivator - that was the best way to describe Zhao Yunxiao. Be it in terms of strength or talent, he had always been in the middle of the pack, neither excelling nor falling behind. However, he did not really think badly of his current situation. Some people were destined to become the stars in the skies, while some people were born to be like the rocks on the ground. The stars might be dazzling, but the rocks supported the earth itself. Both of them were necessary in order to maintain the balance of this world. As someone ordinary, Zhao Yunxiao did his best to live his ordinary life to the fullest. He was careful and meticulous, doing his best to make sure he understands everything fully instead of jumping into doing things. He knew his limits and did not dream of anything out of reach. Instead, all he wished for was to live a life of freedom. But one day, he realised that something seemed to be amiss. Perhaps he was mistaken all along. Perhaps even the rocks on the ground had their chance to shine under the right circumstances, even if only for the slightest of moments. This is the tale of an ordinary cultivator... until he was no longer ordinary. *** This story will be written for leisure and thus not be locked, but if you are feeling generous and wish to show your appreciation in monetary terms... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/SweatingCloud

The Expanse, a being as old as time itself, roamed the vast universe. It's gaze pierced through the vast universe it has roamed ever since its birth. It continued it's journey until it noticed something that caught its attention. It's gaze now landed upon a specific world, one that was of larger size than those around it. . . . The kind looking boy was seen staring reverently at one of his family's old portraits that hung upon their walls. His eyes shined with luster. An oath was sworn that day, never to be broken. Ad Aeternae Virtutis. To Eternal Valor. The girl looked at the broken sword in her hand. She shook her head and closed her eyes, meditating. The sound of swords clashing reverberated across the fields soon after. The aspiring tinkerer winced as his invention got destroyed before his eyes. All that time spent toiling away, yet it was for naught. But he must prove them all wrong, he'll show them all what he can do, so that they won't dare to look at him with those eyes ever again. The pompous elf princess watched in awe as the moon shined and brought light to the quiet palace, the young servant stood close beside her, smiling. The unspoken promise was made, with the night sky as its witness. The boy with rat ears wook up in the woods. Realizing he had been abandoned, he cried. A voice called out to him for aid. The young ratkin wandered in search of the voice, seeking company. The demon watched on in despair at the massacre before him. He wondered if his kind would ever be free from this neverending cycle. Will the blood they shed ever wash away their past sins? The bored spirit can be found drifting along in the Forest of Tears. The spirit wandered in search of something interesting. It must first seek out a way to satiate its hunger before it may find its eternal rest. An angel can be seen washed ashore in a faraway island, unconscious. But what caught the being's eyes more was... . . . An unnamed boy could be seen roaming the streets of one of the many cities of Zwelbanneir. He would be the start of this grand journey, and the link between the stories that will unfold. He knows not much of the world around him, but soon he will be forced to understand and learn. He shall be the fated Lodestar. He is the one and only wielder of the 'Fool' Card, that which marks a new beginning not only for him, but for the world as well.

In a world where power is death and knowledge is insanity, a nameless man awakens with no memories and haunting visions of destruction. As he searches for answers, he’s confronted by a shadowy figure that feels disturbingly familiar—a villain born of his own choices. Torn between the hero he wishes to be and the darkness within, he must fight to break a cycle of destruction or succumb to becoming the villain in his own story.

The most eclectic epic ever inspired! With the whole globe snowed over, humans are no longer on top of the ladder. Violent aliens have forced humanity into various locations of hiding, and an evil ancient clan reveals itself. Taking control of sanctuaries all over Earth as Mafia Bosses, Dictators, Conquerors, and other forms of leadership, in an attempt to prove which is the strongest amongst them. After being in hiding for three years, humans have begun to acquire "abilities" just from slaying one of these aliens. Shortly after leaving their sanctuary/apocalypse training academy, two old friends, Katsu and Saku, are matched together not only as an academic team, but chosen by the last surviving "Creator of Humanity". Each one is 'blessed' as the vessels for the universe's contemporary forces and use their unique abilities to achieve their own (secretly combative) goals. Accompanying them is a female descendant of the greatest 'unknown' Scandinavian sword fighter. After being revealed to about her destined lineage, and the lost "mythical" history of her highly respected grandmother from the Viking/Valkyrie Age, Shelly is determined to retrieve all of her slain grandmother's stolen weapons from a both physically and magically gifted covenant of witches. If you have a beloved purpose you can't live without, do you truly have any freedom? If you have complete freedom to do or say whatever you desire, do you truly have any purpose worth caring about? [All art is not done by AI but by my good friend Amon-kun] ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~ WARNING/DISCLAIMER: This series spotlights coincidental parallels between various religious scriptures, and scientific theories but is in no way discrediting or belittling the beliefs of others whether that be Creationist or Evolutionist. The views, ideas, and conversations between characters aren't in any way meant to change anyone's beliefs. The conscious use of certain psychological elements from theistic ideology and out of context holy verses is only to support this fictional plot and it's characters. As well as aid the reader as to how one could theoreticize or philosophicize the plot. Instead of using various conflicting ideologies to shame or undermine those who believe, the intention is for deeper thinking and uniting those who believe peace and tranquility between humanity is most important above all.

In a world beneath a fracturing Veil—a magical barrier trapping the Ethereal Lords—wild magic twists the land and awakens powers in Kaelith, a borderland scavenger. When she hears the Lords’ whispers through a Veilscrap shard, she’s hunted by the Order of the Saffron Flame, who guard the Veil, and the Shroudwalkers, who seek its ruin. As her ability to wield Veil-energy reveals her ties to its ancient creators, Kaelith must choose: mend the failing barrier or shatter it, risking chaos or redemption in a world on the brink.

[WSA 2025 Entry] Ivan Mendoza, a world-renowned robotics engineer, met his end at the hands of those who feared his genius. But death was not the end. Awakening in the body of Kael Valtieri, heir to a destitute border territory in the magical kingdom of Ardania, Ivan finds a second chance in an unfamiliar world driven by arcane forces. In this realm, magic reigns supreme, yet it is woefully inefficient and bound by antiquated traditions. Armed with the knowledge of advanced robotics and engineering from his past life, Kael sets out to merge science with sorcery, aiming to revolutionize the very fabric of magic. His quest? To uplift his impoverished territory and safeguard it against the lurking dangers beyond the border. But Kael’s journey takes a thrilling turn when he stumbles upon the remnants of an ancient, forgotten civilization. Hidden within their ruins lies golem technology—astonishing constructs far superior to anything Earth’s science could fathom. Driven by curiosity and ambition, Kael deciphers their secrets, melding ancient ingenuity with his modern intellect to forge unprecedented defenses. As Kael uncovers the dark history of this world, he learns of rifts that once unleashed monstrous beings from other dimensions, nearly annihilating humanity. Though a powerful artifact sealed these rifts, its strength is waning, and an impending cataclysm looms. Now, with time running out and the continent teetering on the brink of another monstrous invasion, Kael must wield his hybrid mastery of science and magic to confront the rising tide of darkness. Can one man, armed with the knowledge of two worlds, avert a catastrophe and carve out a new destiny? Prepare for an epic tale of innovation, mystery, and survival in a world where the past and future collide.

Seratus tahun yang lalu, Ordo Cahaya mengalahkan Raja Kegelapan dan mendirikan pemerintahan yang mereka sebut era perdamaian. Namun, di balik senyum para penguasa Cahaya, tersimpan sistem yang menindas. Orang-orang yang dianggap "kotor" atau "berbeda" dimusnahkan atas nama kemurnian. Siapa pun yang mempertanyakan Ordo dituduh sebagai pemuja kegelapan dan dihukum mati. Namun, ada rumor yang mengatakan bahwa sisa-sisa kekuatan kegelapan perlahan-lahan bangkit. Seorang pemuda misterius bernama Kaelen, yang memiliki darah gelap, mulai mengumpulkan pengikut untuk menumbangkan tirani Cahaya. Mereka tidak bertarung untuk menghancurkan dunia, tetapi untuk mengembalikan keseimbangan dan mengungkap kebohongan Cahaya.

In the fractured future of 3477, time itself is a commodity. The Chronoscape, a network of temporal gateways, allows the elite to manipulate history for profit and power. But when a rogue anomaly shatters the timeline, leaving behind "Echoes"—fragments of altered realities—only a forgotten outcast, Kai, can hear their desperate whispers. He must navigate a treacherous world of temporal mercenaries, corporate conspirators, and sentient anomalies to piece together the truth and restore the timeline, before it unravels completely.

In a valley brimming with spiritual energy, a young man named Lin Xuan was meditating in solitude. He had joined the Qingyun Sect at a young age. Though his talent was average, his perseverance never wavered. Every morning, he practiced Qi cultivation; every evening, he honed his swordsmanship—day after day, year after year. On this particular morning, Lin Xuan sat cross-legged atop a mountain peak when he suddenly sensed the spiritual energy within him stirring restlessly. Closing his eyes, he regulated his breath and focused his mind, only to discover a wisp of unusual energy in his dantian. This energy was unlike anything he had absorbed before, seemingly imbued with the boundless mysteries of heaven and earth. Overjoyed, Lin Xuan realized that the moment of his breakthrough had finally arrived. He immediately calmed his mind and circulated his cultivation technique, guiding the mysterious energy through his meridians. As it coursed through his body, he felt an immense surge of power. His cultivation level steadily ascended, and he entered an unprecedented mystical state, as if he had become one with the heavens and the earth. Suddenly, a thunderous roar echoed across the sky, and the spiritual energy in the air surged violently. Lin Xuan opened his eyes to witness a brilliant sword light streaking toward him from the horizon. His heart trembled—it was none other than the Qingyun Sect’s supreme treasure, the Zixiao Sword! The dazzling sword light hovered momentarily in the air before descending into his hands. The sword trembled gently, as if responding to his presence. Lin Xuan knew that this was the moment of the Qingyun Sect’s inheritance—and the true beginning of his journey on the path of immortality.

"You like this, don't you?" His voice was dark velvet, wrapping around me, sinking under my skin. I swallowed hard, refusing to answer, but my body betrayed me-the sharp inhale, the way my lips parted, the way my thighs pressed together. He noticed. Of course, he did. He stepped closer, eliminating the space between us, his heat overwhelming. "Say it." I shook my head, a weak attempt at resistance. His fingers traced up my arm, slow, teasing, until they reached my throat. He didn't squeeze, didn't apply pressure-just let his touch linger there, making me hyperaware of my own racing pulse. "Liar," he murmured. I exhaled sharply. "You're too close." His lips brushed my ear, not quite a kiss, just a whisper of warmth. "And you're not stopping me."

"In a world that didn’t end with fire or sirens, but instead with quiet and insidious dread, humanity faces a chilling transformation. People twist into monstrous shapes, their fears and brokenness manifesting in flesh. For the survivors, trust and holding on to their humanity are the keys to survival even that comes at a risk. When kai uncovers the horrifying truth behind the transformations, they must confront the monsters within and decide whether humanity is worth saving."

Humans were blessed by the great Archangels, granted divine gifts, and favored by God, for they were made in His image. Yet, this favoritism bred resentment among the other races, plunging humanity into endless wars against those who were once their kin. Then came the invasion. Monsters flooded into the human realm, leaving devastation in their wake. Cities that once stood as symbols of prosperity were reduced to fortified bastions of survival. Worse still, some humans turned against their own, siding with the creatures that had brought ruin upon their world. Amid the chaos, an Angel heard the desperate cry of a child. It was a sign. The time had come to set God's plan into motion. But salvation would come from an unlikely source. A four-armed ogre named Asura, known as the mad dog of the great king. Torn from his own world and thrust into a land that despises him, Asura must navigate a realm where both zealots and warriors seek his death. Hunted, outcast, and alone, he faces a single question. How will he survive in a world that refuses to accept him?

In the year 22088, Earth is a fractured shadow of its former self. World War III reshaped the continents and erased 7% of life, leaving behind devastation-and discovery. From the ruins, a mysterious figure unlocked the power to merge magic and technology, forever altering the course of humanity. Now, traditional weapons are obsolete. Instead, nations wield an army of "mages"-individuals enhanced with brain-implanted chips at the age of 18, capable of wielding devastating power. They are no longer just soldiers or weapons. They are the new nuclear arsenal, a force so potent they have become both humanity's greatest threat and its most precarious safeguard. As the world teeters on the edge of a new kind of destruction. Nations cling to an uneasy cold war, with mages standing as the only deterrent against total annihilation. But how long can this delicate balance hold before the scales tip?

Shattered Spotlight - In an industry where fame is fleeting and secrets run deep, Zara Kapoor fights to survive. Once a rising star, now a woman haunted by a past no one knows, she navigates a world filled with whispers, betrayals, and buried truths. Enter Kian Malhotra, a charming photographer—or so he seems. His lens is not just for capturing moments but for uncovering them. His mission is clear: get close to Zara, expose the truth, and walk away. But the deeper he dives, the blurrier the lines become. The woman he thought was a manipulative actress turns out to be something else entirely—a survivor. And with every step he takes, the danger tightens around them both. When the spotlight shatters, what remains? The truth—or the lies that built it? ...

In a world abandoned by its gods, the kingdoms that once thrived under divine rule now crumble under the weight of mortal ambition. As war and betrayal ravage the land, Aminah, the exiled princess of Vinahirana, watches her kingdom fall to ruin. Stripped of her crown and cast into the wilderness, she must navigate a world where faith no longer shields the weak, and power is the only law that remains. Determined to reclaim her homeland, Aminah embarks on a journey across a fractured world, uncovering ancient secrets buried beneath the ruins of fallen empires. Alongside her travels, she encounters Xillrixe, a being bound to the will of the world itself, whose existence defies all mortal understanding. As their fates intertwine, Aminah learns that the fall of her kingdom is but a single thread in a grander scheme—a conflict that stretches beyond nations and into the very fabric of existence. But the gods did not disappear without leaving behind their remnants. In the shadows of war, forgotten powers stir, seeking vessels to shape the world once more. As kingdoms rise and fall, and monarchs become martyrs, Aminah is forced to question what it truly means to be a ruler. Will she restore the past, or forge a new future free from divine shackles? Meanwhile, in the Land of Aetherfall, where another war rages, Ezekiel’s path unknowingly mirrors her own. Two stories, two kingdoms, and one inevitable reckoning, would their worlds collide? The shattered thrones will tremble once more.

In the sprawling city of Akyiv, outside Eastern Dunamis' borders, a mysterious preacher unveils the ancient legend shaping their world—a cosmic battle between Demiurge and Chaos. As the preacher captivates the crowd with tales of Primordials and the birth of Ether, a returning hero, Lord Garjel, emerges in the West. His triumphant arrival triggers a joyous celebration, revealing a dark history of the Guarola bloodline. The story unfolds with political intrigue, a hero's return, and the looming presence of an ominous figure in the shadows. Garjel's journey to reunite with his family and confront his past intertwines with the kingdom's fate, setting the stage for a captivating tale of power, redemption, and the mysterious force known as Ether."

Deka's victory leaves Japan in ruins, Akira's world shattered. Akira gathers his remaining strength and clashes with Deka. The resulting explosion reshapes the landscape, further devastating Japan but even this ultimate act of defiance ends in defeat. Akira's body is broken, his spirit crushed. Witnessing the devastation, Akira's friend Speedy, who secretly can rewind time, makes a desperate choice: to give Akira a second chance. Speedy risks everything, pushing his power to its limit to reset the timeline to fifteen years earlier, before Japan was destroyed. Can a blank slate truly change destiny, or is Akira doomed to repeat history? Follow their journey to find out.

Joseph Vinh, a 14-year-old hot nerd, lived an ordinary life—until he fell into a canal and drowned. Summoned by a reaper, he finds himself in another world—one that is absolutely, unbelievably awful. Determined to change this wretched world into a utopia, Joseph embarks on a journey of transformation. Will he succeed in reshaping this world, or will he meet a tragic end before achieving his goal? Stay tuned to find out! (P.S. This is a non-harem story.)

Amora Kuroki wakes up on her school trip. She can see a storm rolling in, which wasn’t much of a worry, but when the tornado stretches down way to quickly for anyone to react... it became one of many problems Amora would endure. Amora soon meets her childhood heroes and learns who she truly is. After gaining her elements, will she be able to take down an enemy that keeps getting closer and closer with each of his kills? Or will her friends die before she can win? How will this unravel? Will she be able to protect everyone and herself, or will she give in, and die?

In Elden Hollow, seventeen-year-old Kael’s quiet life unravels when the Great Fracture shatters the mystical Veil, unleashing chaos and awakening his "Silent Echo" Resonance—allowing him to hear the dying’s last thoughts. Losing his family, Kael wields Shards to evolve his power, navigating a fractured world among scattered survivors. As he searches for a mysterious Core Shard, the echoes of his past guide him through an uncertain journey, where each step deepens the enigma of his destiny.