The Closing Shift

[WSA 2025 Entry] The apocalypse is here, and it’s so overdone. Monsters? Check. Burning sky? Check. Random system that gives you powers but also wants your firstborn? Double check. In the middle of this mess are two guys who couldn’t be more mismatched if they tried: The Fool: A guy who’s spent his life perfecting the art of doing nothing. His resume includes “professional procrastinator”, “class clown”, “expert nap taker”, etc... Now he’s got to survive an apocalypse that didn’t even give him a heads-up. How rude. The Regressor: A guy who’s lived through the end of the world more times than he can count. Literally. Because he forgot. Now he’s just a brooding mess with a leather jacket and zero useful advice. When the fool realizes his classmate is a regressor, he’s like, “Great. I’m stuck with the guy who’s seen it all but remembers none of it. This’ll go well.” Yet, they will still group up and face trials that test their sanity more than their skills. But as the so-called End demands more blood and the regressor’s memories start to resurface, they realize the real apocalypse might be their inability to agree on where to hide. Can a lazy dreamer and a forgetful hero save the world? Probably not. But hey, at least they’ll have a good story to tell—if they survive. ________ __ Please note that this story is a work of fiction and a product of the author's imagination. It contains scenes of violence, death, and may not be suitable for all readers. It is intended for mature audiences only.

*From ancient times, the Devas—beings of divine power—protected humanity. But even gods can fall, and their corruption brought a terrible curse upon their immortality. Now, in a world where humanity has turned against divinity, ancient threats thought to be myths awaken in the shadows. *To combat this darkness, a new generation of divine beings is needed. Enter the Devangsh—fragments of gods living among humans. But are they free from the corrupt desires that doomed their predecessors, or will they fall as well? *Among them are five seemingly ordinary students balancing their lives among friends and loved ones while hiding their true origins. Their fragile peace shatters with the arrival of Akshay, a mysterious transfer student whose presence carries an unsettling aura. Is he a new ally or an ancient enemy? Calamities follow in his wake, shaking the foundations of their lives. *Loyalties will be tested, beliefs will falter, and as enemies rise, the Devangsh must confront their destiny. Will they rise to save the world—or succumb to the darkness within and around them?

Three years ago, he ran rampant in Africa, undeniably the King of Soldier Kings. Three years later, he returned to the city, carless, houseless, and constantly in trouble. Applying to be a security guard at a company, switching from the battlefield to the office, he's low key, clever, with depth. Even security guards can have their moment in the spring. Every time someone asked him, why are you always the unlucky one? Basil Jaak would shyly say, it's just because I'm too obviously handsome! ...

Ellie Yeo thought she could escape her one-sided love for her boss, Simon Sa, by accepting an arranged marriage to Ethan Jung. However, just when she plans to leave Simon’s world behind, he pulls her back into a whirlwind of emotions with one last business trip together. Torn between her growing attachment to Ethan and her unresolved feelings for Simon, Ellie faces her deepest emotional conflicts. As secrets unravel and difficult choices arise, Ellie must decide whether to follow her heart or break free from the man who refuses to let her go. Will she finally escape Simon’s grip, or will their twisted relationship trap her once again?

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

In a world where vampires reign with bloodlust and immortality, there exists one anomaly: Kyon Bashega. Born of two worlds, Kyon is neither fully human nor fully vampire. He possesses the unparalleled strength of the undead, the speed, the healing, the darkness of their kind—but with one deadly difference: he can use Flux. Please support me by listening to the story on Pocket FM. And oh, the best part? It's FREE. Another bonus part is that it has more chapters far ahead what's on this platform. So if you are curious about what happens next. And I know you are! Go listen to it through the Link below. https://pocketfm.onelink.me/2IE7/czb8midx

Zero Shift follows the story of Josuke, a powerful hybrid born from a devil and an elf, as he navigates a world divided by ancient rivalries and dark secrets. Together with Unit Zero, an elite squad of young warriors, Josuke battles dangerous foes, uncovers hidden truths about his lineage, and confronts a sinister conspiracy led by the Elders to maintain their grip on power. As Josuke struggles to master his chaotic abilities and balance his dual heritage, he faces betrayal, loss, and the ultimate challenge of becoming a symbol of hope in a universe on the brink of collapse.

Arden has lived his life doing what everybody does. Studying from childhood to looking for a job and believes that the people who wish for excitement like in the novels and mangas they read would only find more suffering if such a world existed. Thus he is content and comfortable going through the normal cycle of life on Earth. However his goal is shattered when he ends up being taken to another world on his way from his part time job and now has to brave and survive his new reality

Albecht is a genius that suffers from poverty, he gains his 'Ather' and fights into the other world and continues to find out more and more about himself, his deceased family and the world. Due to this he suffered and had good times, he goes through lots of different experiences, in which he is usually lonley eventhough he haves some people that worry about him due to his trait of being overly cautious.

At the tender age of 10, Maya watched in helpless despair as her mother, Leila Williams, fought a losing battle against a group of ruthless men. Her mother's sacrifice to protect her left an indelible mark on Maya, fueling a burning desire for vengeance. Twelve years later, Maya, now 22, remains haunted by her mother's death. Desperate and driven by the need for retribution, she vows to avenge her mother’s death despite having no fighting skills or physical strength. On the anniversary of her mother’s death, Maya visits her grave, pouring out her heart and pleading for the strength to confront her enemies. On her way home, she encounters a mysterious well hidden in the woods. In a moment of hope and desperation, she tosses a coin into the well, wishing for the power and wisdom to defeat her mother’s killers. As she turns to leave, a brilliant light erupts from the well, causing her to stumble and fall. When she regains her composure, the well has vanished, leaving her questioning whether the experience was real or a figment of her imagination. Unbeknownst to Maya, the wish she made at the well grants her extraordinary powers. She can now transform into Kaid, a strong and handsome man with unmatched strength, superhuman speed, and formidable fighting skills. With her newfound abilities, Maya begins her quest for vengeance, determined to take down those who took her mother’s life. Along the way, she encounters the love of her life, and an unexpected twist arises when a supporting character falls in love with her male alter-ego, unaware of her true identity. As Maya navigates her dual existence and battles her foes, she discovers the true source of her powers and the mysterious connection to her mother. "Beyond The Gender Shift: Unlocking The Power Within" is a thrilling journey of transformation, empowerment, and self-discovery. It explores the themes of identity, strength, and the enduring bond between a mother and her daughter. Join Maya on her epic quest for justice and redemption as she unlocks the power within.

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After closing my eyes to sleep i suddenly heard something. When i woke up i suddenly realized that i got reincarnated in my favorite manga?! The picture on the cover is not mine so credits to the creator of the image

Join Sam as he ventures through the digital realm, visiting kingdoms, meeting friends and defeating enemies. Dive into the digital world and watch as your wildest fantasies become a reality.

Life’s weird when you’re an Animalis. Sure, you’ve got the superhuman strength and the cute ears that people can’t resist—but all it really means is that restocking beer and tobacco shelves during the graveyard shift is slightly less painful. I’m Sasha, just a twenty-one-year-old guy trying to get through another night at the convenience store without passing out or dealing with too much drama. But then she walked in—a tall, intimidating customer who managed to look like she stepped out of a magazine while ordering eight packs of tobacco. One awkward encounter later, and I’m bleeding, dizzy, and questioning every life choice I’ve ever made. In a world where having animal features is the new normal, I’m still trying to figure out where I fit in. Spoiler: it’s probably not face-first on the floor.

a black figured somebody arrives each night at 11pm and watches Jonathan sleep while smiling. watch as the nightmare unfolds

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Between reality and fiction, between truth and lies, there is a world, a kingdom that lives among US, built on the ruins of human morality and values, and if you are ready for it, you have the freedom to enter and visit it

A once in a millennium event is currently being anticipated by all the people of Vesmir. They are outside of their own homes waiting for a special phenomen to happen. They gaze above the skies and saw the one of the two moons of their planet, slowly covered the sun. Suddenly the azure colored sky of Vesmir was hastily change its color into a dark crimson. When the sky of Vesmir became dark crimson, the people of Vesmir was amazed by the phenomenon they are seeing. After a while million of stars twinkle around the moon, slowly turning the dark crimson sky to its original azure color. Among those millions stars there were less than 0.0001.% star that shines brightly compared to the other stars. However, if you look closely as if the dark crimson sky was fighting the million of stars they get a stalemate. People then saw the second moon covered the sun. Suddenly the whole world was casted by shadow and darkness. All of the people of Vesmir suddenly felt feer and safe at the same time. Then after a while the sky returned to its original azure color because it was still in the afternoon. There is no million of stars. There is no dark crimson sky. In a old hut at the top of the mountain, an oldman with a white clothes. The oldman looks like a benevolent and you can see a white aura flickering on and off out of his body. He witness all this phenomenon at the hut's window. The catastrophe that was delayed are happening.The seal of the world are slowly weakening. That race will find this world. No, they already find it. The sacrifice that they made to hide this world from them this is lonely weakening. Alas it would still happen. Are all those sacrifice they did, are for these generation to face?" He asked weakly. No one answered. The oldman looks at his body. He saw his body was very slowly turning into dust. "I do not have much time. I need to inform the guardians of all the races about the impending storm that is coming. They need to focus to armed the new generation especially the Chosen Ones. They would be the the sword that would purge the chaos and shield that would protect it's people of this world from the chatastrophe that would happen. Those who have been sealed cannot do anything, the only solution is to train those new generation." Looking at the window, as he gaves at the sun. "The structure of the universe is gonna completely change in this era. Can this world survive?" The old man did not include the shadow in his premonitions and just bypass it. The old man stands weakly, get his walking stick then go wherever he plans to do. *** Argus Orpheus an orphan who survive from a Gate break. He lives for 10 years alone. "Argus Orpheus, Unique Class Awakener, Type: Summoner." A class that is said to be average by many. Argus was also walking a path of summoner no one has succeeded thus far. Argus awakened a power that was no being should possess. As he begins his journey, Argus slowly uncovers the truth of this mysteries about himself. Watch as Argus embarked his chaotic journey.

Surrounded by people who could use magic as naturally as breathing, who wouldn't want to do the same? The girl from the palace certainly wants to. And with the history of the ones around her, becoming capable of doing so was not hard to imagine. At least, that's what she thought with the information she had. But some things are rather difficult to imagine even with a child’s mind.

Kade Alaric, an ordinary office worker and lifelong dreamer, receives a phone call from an unknown number inviting him to another world. He accepts, thinking it's a joke, but...

Zed Ashgrey, Lotus La Rue, and Khalil Lobachevsky are inseparable a trio born into wealth, privilege, and influence. But their perfect world takes a bruising when a group of teens from a local public school exploits their drunken vulnerability, prying into their lives, and secrets. Humiliated and burning with pride, the trio devises a plan to assert their dominance: they'll showcase their extravagant lifestyle, dragging the teens into a world of luxury few could dream of. The plan works at first. The awe-struck less fortunate teens marvel at the sprawling mansion, the expensive collections, and the untouchable lives of the elite trio.  Laughter and smug satisfaction fill the air but beneath the surface cracks in their perception of wealth begin to form. But what begins as a game of superiority takes an unexpected turn when the trio accepts an invitation to a humble fiesta. The Crew is a gripping exploration of privilege, humility, and the realization that true wealth transcends the tangible. Wanna meet them?

my name is Jemima Morgan and I'm an orphan. my parents died 10 years ago by driving off a bridge. immediately after their death, our pack was taken over by rogues, killing people and taking valuables. I was fifteen and barely escaped with my life. I ran to different parks for help but none agreed to help. after being on the run and learning to survive on my own for a year, I finally found a park willing to take me in... 'The crescent park'. I was beyond happy when they took me in, I never knew I was in for a long and bumpy ride. for years I was the park's cleaner anything people wanted to get I was the go to person, I was the park servant. to make matters worse, I wasn't a wolf yet. a girl normally wolf out at age 16, now I'm 25 and still haven't wolfed out. I was the lowest of the low, I was worse than an omega. until today...............

What happens when the prince of a nation is kicked out of his palace and married to the princess of an enemy nation? me neither so let's read to find out :D

Aiden is the last of his kind, the sun blessed. Ever since the night he lost everyone and everything, the fire in his heart had became all but coals. With nothing left and locked in a dungeon he meets a girl that slowly starts to stoke the dormant fires within and with it a small flame of hope is born.

In the town of New Haven, there is a new threat. Seven elite families form the global Council to hunt anomalies(monsters) , with New Haven’s power players—the Nez, Fezziwig, and Bellini families—at its core. Jon Fezziwig, inherited the curse of the sun from his bloodline, is drawn to the enigmatic Harper Bellini,she is very impulsive and sometimes cunning, she is a magician unaware of her heritage. Their connection sparks conflict with Cassius Nez, Harper’s sadistic boyfriend and Jon’s ex-best friend. Meanwhile, Jon’s half-brother Noah, has the raven bloodline curse, he battles his monstrous nature while investigating the town’s dark secrets. Alliances blur as betrayals and curses ignite a deadly game of power, magic, and survival.

"They told me the stars could guide me home, but they never said the journey would leave me so utterly lost." Do you still remember your highschool deskmate? The boy with the brightest smile, that girl with the world's most beautiful silhouette? In three years of high school, the shadows of two people intertwine with the chalk, black and white both distinct, drifting around within the memories. The Su Yuanzhou in her memories was an underachiever in high school. He skips class to shoot pool, cheats on his exams and gets into fights. Yet, when she went back to the past she would always surprise herself for seeing a lot of his side, maybe if she did this before he probably wouldn't die. To be able to meet each other on this planet is some kind of fate, and to be able to illuminate our fleeting lives, how fortunate we are. ... Ren Yuxin was trailing behind Su Yuanzhou like a guilty puppy, her face plastered with an exaggerated pout. "Come here," Su Yuanzhou said, stopping in his tracks and turning to look at her. His tone was calm, but the slight twitch in his jaw betrayed his frustration. "Why?" Ren Yuxin asked, her voice overly cautious, taking a step back instead of forward. "Just come here." His patience was running thin. Ren Yuxin crossed her arms and tilted her head dramatically. "No! You’re going to hit me!" Su Yuanzhou froze, staring at her in disbelief. A few students nearby stifled their laughter, pretending not to watch the exchange. "I’m not going to hit you," he said, exasperated. "Do I look like that kind of person?" "Yes." Ren Yuxin nodded solemnly, her eyes wide with mock innocence. Su Yuanzhou sighed, rubbing his temples. How does she manage to drive me insane every single time? His patience—already minimal—was hanging by a thread. "Ren Yuxin," he said, his tone low and dangerous. "Come here. Now." "No way!" she retorted, taking another step back. "I know you’re mad because I—" She paused, looking guilty. "Because you what?" Su Yuanzhou prompted, narrowing his eyes. "... Because I accidentally sent that embarrassing video of you singing in the shower to our group chat," she admitted in a small voice, her eyes darting away. Su Yuanzhou’s face darkened instantly. He felt every shred of his dignity crumbling. "Accidentally?" he repeated, his voice rising. "It really was an accident!" Ren Yuxin protested, raising her hands defensively. "I didn’t mean to press send!" "Accident or not, you’re dead," Su Yuanzhou said, stepping toward her with purpose. "See! You are going to hit me!" she squealed, turning on her heels and running off. "Get back here!" he yelled, chasing after her.

Humanity end is closing in with the rising appearance of celestials and Dark Lord but thanks to the introduction of abilities and the appearance of kami abilities humanity gains a fighting gain. But will will it be enough?

Dalam dunia yang penuh dengan kekayaan alam yang melimpah, manusia hidup dan berkembang biak, memperluas pengetahuan, menciptakan teknologi, untuk terus bertahan hidup. Tetapi mereka tidak sendirian, terdapat beberapa makhluk buas yang menguasai berbagai habitat yang di sebut dengan Monster. Tidak ada yang mengetahui dari mana mereka berasal, mereka bahkan sudah ada sejak lama, mereka hidup, berkembang biak, dan berevolusi. Karena takut akan adanya serangangan dari monster, terbentuk lah beberapa kelompok pemburu berbakat dari berbagai wilayah yang dikenal sebagai Guardians of the Hunt untuk menjaga keseimbangan alam dan melindungi umat manusia dari ancaman Monster yang meluas. Di sebuah desa bernama Astoria, seorang pemburu muda dan bersemangat bernama Aria mendapatkan kesempatan untuk bergabung ke Guardians of the Hunt setelah menjalani ujian yang melelahkan. Bersama dengan rekan-rekannya, mereka berpetualang melintasi berbagai daerah, menghadapi Monster yang menakutkan, menguak misteri Monster kuno, dan memperkuat ikatan sebagai Hunter.

Exploring a new world filled with magic, science and strangeness.