Mechanical Cryptic Vessel

[Justice delayed is justice denial!] Kai a regular detective was killed by his partner after he uncovered the case he had been following for years now. Dying with hate in his heart, Kai thought all was over for him, but something sudden appeared in his eyes. [Host has awakened the Nemesis] [Host has become the vessel of Nemesis] [Become the man who sets the world back in order!] In a world were massive crimes were happening in broad daylight, christmas day, and even new years. One man would rise to become a god.

In a gaslit city where time is currency and memories are traded like coins, Linden Hawthorn, a reclusive archivist, inherits a broken pocket watch and a blood-stained journal after his father vanishes. The watch doesn’t tick—it feeds. With every cryptic vision it offers, it devours fragments of Linden’s past: the scent of his father’s pipe smoke, his sister’s voice, even the reason he began his search. The journal leads him to a drowned barge filled with corpses clutching coins from the future, a porcelain doll that whispers of a faceless figure called the Woundless Man, and a hidden underworld where aristocrats trade seconds of life and cultists worship gears instead of gods. As Linden uncovers his father’s sins—a legacy of stolen time and mechanized horrors—he must decide what he’s willing to lose: his memories, his morality, or his very soul. But the watch hungers, and the shadowy Tockmen who pull its strings demand payment in blood. Time is running out. And it’s taking Linden with it.

[Beast Mastery][Summoning][Pets][Evolution][Development] Demon, Savage, Nether, Damnation, Mechanism, Soldier, Medicine, Abnormal, Witch, Immortal, Ferocious... This world is a world of monsters, filled with countless diverse "Fond Spirits". But in this world, humans also wield the power of "occupation classes". Once awakened, they can have Contract Imprints, allowing them to form contracts with the monsters, creating entirely new bonds. [For Instance] ♦F-level Occupation Class "Manicurist"- helps the Fond Spirits trim their claws, making them beautiful, or sharper. ♦E-level Occupation Class "Hunter"- marks and chases, closely collaborating with the Fond Spirits, the most classic hunting occupation class. ♦C-level Occupation Class "Puppeteer"- manipulates Fond Spirits at crucial moments, making their strikes more precise and powerful. ♦B-level Occupation Class "Midwife"- assists pregnant Fond Spirits with health checkups, giving random blessing effects to the newborns. ♦B-level Occupation Class "Mechanic"- under the right conditions, modifies the Fond Spirits, turning them into semi-mechanical beings. ♦A-level Occupation Class "Dragon Knight"- rides dragon-type Fond Spirits into battle. Man and dragon unite, becoming invincible. ♦S-level Occupation Class "Arch Warlock"- intensifies the elemental properties of Contracted Fond Spirits and seals their skills in advance to execute forbidden spells for the second time. ... ♦C-level Occupation Class "Fitness Trainer"... ♦D-level Occupation Class "Flame Thief"... ♦A-level Occupation Class "Mysterious Merchant"... ♦B-level Occupation Class "Gourmet"... ♦Special Occupation Class "Brave"... ... (I already have a completed work of 3 million characters titled "Master of Pets". "The Rising of the Fond Spirits" is my second work, a Beast Mastery tale with entirely original settings, you're welcome to try it out!)

Lara Smith, a Young beautiful lady whose parents was murdered in cold blood years ago, saved for her who was hidden away in an underground tunnel. Now Lara is back and ready Lara has created a group of assassins.Belle,Eve,Sandy, Rose and Thorn. These Ladies has suffered same fate as her or something much more worst by the same people responsible for her own misfortune. Each one of them has a story, memories that could either make or marred them. The group have only one rule 'do not fall in love" But what will happen as the story unfold? Will the group carry on with their revenge when they find out the truth behind their story? what if there is something more deeper than having their families killed? Will the revenge squad be successful against all odds?

In a city where shadows hold more power than light, Detective Marcus Trent is drawn into a web of deceit, manipulation, and a chilling game that threatens to unravel everything he knows. When he receives an anonymous message promising disaster, Marcus finds himself chasing a series of cryptic clues that lead him to a mysterious figure known only as The Shadow—a mastermind pulling the strings from behind the scenes. The clues are sinister: coordinates, encrypted messages, and cryptic warnings, all leading Marcus to a chilling truth—someone is always one step ahead. As the puzzle pieces fall into place, Marcus discovers that the game is more than just about tracking a criminal. It’s a countdown to a terrifying revelation—the endgame has already begun. As the stakes rise and more lives are threatened, Marcus is forced to confront his own demons and question the trust he places in his colleagues. With no allies, no clear path forward, and the shadow of the mastermind looming closer, Marcus must navigate a treacherous maze of false identities, hidden motives, and twisted alliances. The question is no longer just who is behind the chaos, but how far will they go before Marcus becomes the next pawn in a game where no one wins?

In a universe where starships rule supreme and galactic empires clash for dominance, Kallus, a visionary gamer and strategist, finds himself thrust into an extraordinary reality. Awakened aboard the [Obliterator-Class Star Dreadnought], a vessel born from his own imagination but perfected by a Supreme Being, Kallus must rise to command a fleet that could shape the fate of the cosmos. With a ship forged from mythical adamantium and [mithril alloys], powered by a [Transcendent Dark Matter Engine], and armed with weapons capable of annihilating entire fleets, the Obliterator is more than a warship—it’s a legend incarnate. But Kallus is not alone. Alongside him is the Red Empress, an advanced AI infused with a power of creation and knowledge itself, guiding him with missions that unlock untold power and potential.

A high school student named Eiji Lewyiin at the spade kingdom school, where there is a developed country and full of wealth of knowledge, but the rulers of the sky appointed the earth to be a scenario place for humans, making Eiji Lewyiin have to survive with his new friends, andbeing the vessel of the King of Darkness, they all must be ready for the changing era.

After losing everything, Daron Lamb is consumed by grief and guilt, until he's recruited by the Special Magic Force, an elite unit protecting the balance between magical and non-magical worlds. Together, they uncover a secret organization determined to free the God of Chaos, a force sealed away to protect humanity. As Daron investigates, he uncovers a chilling link between the group and his tragic past. Driven by revenge, he joins forces with his new allies to stop them. But as the truth behind the organization’s motives begins to surface, Daron is forced to confront a disturbing possibility: freeing the God of Chaos, though orchestrated by his enemies, might not bring the destruction he's been led to believe. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Daron's gaze drifted downward to his chest. Below, the stark contrast of a faint blue light against his white skin caught his eye—a soft glow emanating from his own chest. It softly pulsed, a gentle luminescence that ebbed and flowed with the rhythm of his own heartbeat. Baffled, he just sat there for a few moments, observing. As his fingers touched the source of light, he was surprised to find that everything felt normal, as if it had always been this way. It was like nothing had changed at all. Daron's eyes widened in disbelief when he noticed a strange black liquid seeping into the wounds on his chest—a substance like ink, flowing from within him. It moved with purpose, filling the gaps left by the fat butcher and stanching the flow of blood that had painted his skin red. "By the gods," he gasped, the sight both unsettling and miraculous. The black liquid quickly solidified, forming scars as black as the night sky. His eyes remained fixed on the eerie scene, his breath steadying to a normal rhythm. He was a magician now… it felt strange. He didn't feel particularly different. Sure, a mysterious substance had just mended his broken skin, but other than that, he didn't feel like he could do anything… new, anything special. He stretched out his hand, trying to summon a sharp wind to cut down his shackles. Nothing happened. Next, a flame, to burn down his cell. Nothing happened. “Figures,” he said to himself. “Why would it be easy?” ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For news and feedback, feel free to join the Vessel of Shadows Discord: https://discord.gg/dmCYCKNwx7

No one expected a simple strategy game to become a real-world phenomenon, where the Earth merged with the game’s mechanics. Every human was forcibly assigned a territory, transformed into a Lord, and thrust into a brutal struggle for survival and dominance. Monsters roamed freely, ancient dungeons emerged from the ground, and the strong ruled while the weak were devoured. Reverse Drop Rate (S-Grade) All loot drop rates are inverted—higher rarity items drop more frequently, while common items become exceedingly rare.

In the merciless slums of Atheron, Vael risks everything to save his dying childhood friend, Elira, by borrowing gold from a sadistic lender. But promises in the gutter are lies. The lender betrays him, demanding repayment with fists and blades instead of coin, leaving Vael broken and bleeding out in the filth. As death grips him, a mechanical voice tears through the void: [SYSTEM INITIALIZING…] [DEVOURER SYSTEM ACTIVATED.]

From the obsidian heart of the underworld, a terrifying new power is rising. A biomechanical Artificial Intelligence, twisted and relentless, is unleashing its mechanical tendrils upon the surface, devouring everything organic in its path. Grimm, the immortal warrior, master of blade and beast, now faces a chillingly unfamiliar foe. His legendary strength and mythical prowess are tested as he confronts an Automaton enemy of cold steel and superior intellect, an enemy that bleeds neither blood nor magic. Immortal Grimm: Automaton is a visceral dark fantasy where ancient myth collides with brutal machinery in a desperate fight for survival.

Foreign wish, scrambled dream. I know her wish, but does she know mine? A twilight that begins in school, bringing with it cryptic secrets. Do I really want to know... The true nature of this place? A simple story of a hero and a demon king.

Betrayed and left for dead, a soldier awakens in a world of knights and magic—but only one path is open to him. Hayden was once an elite soldier whose abilities were enhanced by the Ocularis Lens, a highly advanced mechanical eye technology. In this world that was filled with danger, Aura—a sacred energy that enhances the body and infuses weapons—is the mark of a true Knight, while magic is wielded by those born with the gift of sensing Mana. Hayden, however, is no mage. He doesn't have the ability to sense Mana, leaving him with only one option in order to survive: to become a Knight starting from a Knight's Academy!

A covert team unearths a secret war waged beyond human perception. Prometheus, once seen as the ultimate power, now stands on uncertain ground as an unknown force manipulates reality itself. A cryptic signal, a fractured timeline, and a hidden archive all point to something larger—something rewriting history in real time. As illusions shatter and enemies emerge from the shadows, the team faces a harrowing truth: they were never meant to see this. And at the heart of it all, The Core waits—holding answers that could either save them… or erase them entirely.

In a world where beast taming is the dominant practice, humans forge contracts with creatures of all kinds—animals, plants, elements, the undead, and even machines. From the Nine-Tailed Blaze Fox to ancient trees of life, thundercloud spirits, skeletal overlords, mechanical ship girls, and even enchanted relics like swords imbued with souls, all can be tamed as loyal beasts. Those who bind and train these creatures are known as Beastmasters. Dr. Shi Yu, a scholar of mythology and archaeologist, is mysteriously transported to this strange world. Driven by a desire to uncover forgotten histories and lost myths, he embarks on a journey down a path filled with creatures and forces that defy logic—an incredibly unscientific way of mastering beasts.

A boy born with the potential, so great that it threatend the world's powerhouses itself. _____ Born amidst chaos and tragedy, Azhrael, the son of the legendary Frost King and Celestial Witch, carries a burden no child should bear. Half of his soul was dormant into another world, while the other half was left sealed, hidden from the prying eyes of those who sought to destroy him. He was a child of immense potential—his very existence threatened gods and shook the balance of power in the world. However in the main story, Azhrael was only an "extra." A mysterious  beautiful boy with snow-white hair and dull grey eyes who exists in the shadow of others, bullied and beaten, unaware of the legacy he carries. That Is Until. _____ Discord- https://discord.gg/sa9wcY8V.

A child wasn't going to survive at birth but was so pure that the Hyperman himself gave him his powers as he needed a vessel that child name was "Ismael Dominguez Jr" a mix child his father is Hispanic his mom is black but having powers of those above a God come a threat forcing him to leave home to get stronger to defeat the threat and for that to happen he must get his full potential now traveling worlds

[Name: ??, Age: ??] [Race: Mechanical Life] [Profession: Mechanical Apostle] [Level: Tier -6 (damaged)] [Physique: ?????] [Spirit: ?????] [Description: A broken Mechanical Life, one of Mechanical God -'@#$^&#@@%^#!'s most advanced and powerful creations, from an advanced technological world.] “Is this the World of Gods? Can anyone become God? Then why am I still just a Tier-1 Spiritual planter?” Ram pondered, after looking at the attributes of a Divine Creature for the first time. As he celebrated becoming a Tier-1 Spiritual Planter, he discovered that Gods, Divine Beings, Evil Entities, and Nightmare Creatures were exploiting humans and other intelligent races, manipulating them to harvest the power of Faith or Fear. Inexplicably, he became entangled in this conflict. But he was lucky enough to turn his destiny through... Evolving Spiritual Plants and Monsters using Life Energy and Spiritual Power, by becoming a Spiritual Plant Lord to fight against the Gods with the help of the mysterious Sylvan Sout Tree. [ Holy Source Seed: Sylvan Soul Tree] [ Type: Source Seed] [ Level: Same as host] [ Quality: Holy] [ Attribute: Life/Soul/Wood] [ Description: A seed born from the fusion of the Life Spirit Tree and Astral Soul Tree seeds, transformed into a Holy Source Seed through a special method.] [ Holy Source Seed Characteristics:  1. As a Holy Source Seed born from both powerful entities it perfectly inherited the abilities of the Life Spirit Tree and the Astral Soul Tree.  2. Gains additional functionality with every upgrade.  3. Binding the Holy Source Seed grants the host access to all its abilities.] [ Abilities: Life Spirit Tree] [1. Life Spirit Body]: Converts the host's body into a Life Spirit Body, greatly increasing the host’s capacity for Life Energy and Spiritual Power tenfold, while boosting the recovery rate by 300%. [2. Kingdom Creation: Sylvan Soul Kingdom (Unopened)]: Upon activation, the Sylvan Soul Tree converts the host Spiritual Realm into a virtual forest that becomes the foundation of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. This forest spans across dimensions, rooted in both the material and spiritual realms. [Effect]: The host becomes the Lord of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, gaining the ability to expand and rule this virtual domain.] [ Abilities: Soul Tree]: [1. Soul Tree]: At the heart of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, the Lord can summon the Soul Tree, a sacred tree that acts as a conduit for life and death. [Effect]: The souls of those who die within or near the kingdom are absorbed by this tree, where they are nourished, healed, and can be reborn as Wood Spirits. [2. Soul Tree Seeds]: Host can create seeds of the soul tree that are connected to the mother tree, which can be planted outside the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. [Effect]: Souls absorbed by the Soul Trees are transported to the mother tree within a certain distance, depending upon the strength of the Sylvan Soul Tree.]

In the heart of the steampunk city of Babel, Jesper awakens to a world forever changed. After mysteriously rising from his own grave, he finds himself disoriented and alone without anything but the fool card. Clutching a cryptic letter from his uncle and a sinister Fool card, Jesper is thrust into a labyrinth of secrets and unexplainable mysteries. Navigating the bustling, gear-laden streets of Babel, Jesper encounters enigmatic figures and uncovers hidden truths about the city’s dark underbelly. Each step deeper into the mystery reveals a city teeming with magical realism—where machines whisper secrets and the line between the living and the dead blurs. Jesper's journey is marked by unsettling encounters and haunting visions, pushing him to question the nature of reality and his own sanity. Guided by the Fool card’s cryptic clues, he must unravel the truth behind his resurrection and the sinister forces at play. As Jesper delves deeper, he discovers a hidden network of night hunters and arcane practitioners who hold the key to Babel’s dark secrets. In a world where magic and machinery intertwine, Jesper must navigate treacherous alliances and deadly enemies to uncover the truth and reclaim his lost life. "This is the beginning of the Fool's journey within the abyss - or should i say mine is." - Jesper Hasington.

Eternal Dgress follows Dante Vale, a frail outcast marked as an F-rank "Stray Soul" when a cataclysmic Eclipse Rift drags humanity into a realm of shadows and despair. In a ruined world teeming with monstrous horrors and cryptic relics, Dante discovers latent abilities like Adaptive Instincts and Shadow Grip. Forced to confront relentless nightmares and shifting alliances, he transforms from a terrified survivor into a formidable warrior. Each brutal encounter pushes him to overcome his limits, ultimately setting him on the path to becoming the new sovereign of a dark, fractured realm.

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A sprawling steampunk world where massive airships rule the skies, mechanical monstrosities lurk in the shadows, and society is divided between the wealthy elite in their sky-high cities and the lawless rebels fighting below. The world is teetering on the edge of chaos, with powerful steam-driven empires, secret societies, and supernatural horrors vying for control. Protagonist: Lucien "Drake" Graves, a daring, quick-witted rogue with a talent for improvisation, thievery, and smooth talking. He captains the Storm Reaper, a half-wrecked but extremely fast airship, and takes on dangerous jobs to survive. Beneath his carefree attitude, he’s hunting for the truth behind a mysterious artifact linked to his past—one that many factions want to claim, kill for, or hide forever. The Harem (Love Interests): 1. The Ice-Cold Engineer (Lady Evelyn Blackthorne) – A genius inventor from the Empire, cold and logical on the outside but harboring a secret desire for adventure—and possibly Lucien. 2. The Explosive Sky Pirate (Captain Rosalind "Rosie" Kane) – A flirty, gun-slinging air pirate with a love for mayhem and treasure. She teases Lucien mercilessly but secretly wants to keep him for herself. 3. The Mysterious Masked Assassin (Selene "The Phantom") – A deadly operative hunting Lucien for reasons unknown. Dark, alluring, and dangerous. 4. The Cheerful Mad Alchemist (Professor Valeria Steinbeck) – A brilliant but utterly chaotic scientist who loves dangerous experiments. She thinks Lucien is the perfect test subject—and maybe more. 5. The Noblewoman-Turned-Thief (Marion Sinclair) – A former high-society lady turned skilled rogue. She’s charming, sophisticated, and always one step ahead. 6. The Gothic Automaton (Clockwork Victoria) – A sentient mechanical woman with a tragic past. She struggles with emotions but feels a strange connection to Lucien. Plot: Lucien stumbles upon a forbidden artifact—an eerie, pulsating crystal heart that whispers dark secrets. This artifact holds the key to a long-buried conspiracy, an ancient war between humanity and an unseen horror lurking beneath the earth. As factions clash, monsters awaken, and betrayals unfold, Lucien must navigate a world of airship battles, deadly duels, mechanical horrors, and seductive encounters while keeping himself (and his increasingly jealous harem) alive. Meanwhile, a secret cult—known as The Crimson Hand—is hunting him, believing he is the "Chosen One" meant to either save the world or destroy it. And worst of all, some of his lovers might be hiding their own agendas…

In a world where uncertainty and fear threaten to overwhelm, one young protagonist embarks on a transformative journey of self-discovery. As they navigate the treacherous landscape of their own mind, they encounter enigmatic guides, cryptic messages, and unsettling revelations. With each step, the protagonist is forced to confront the darkness within and the secrets they've kept hidden. Will they find the courage to face their deepest fears and unlock the truth about themselves? Or will the shadows consume them, forever trapping them in a prison of their own making? [Insert Title] is a thought-provoking and deeply personal exploration of the human condition, inviting readers to join the protagonist on their perilous quest for self-discovery and redemption.

Magic is dying, and those who once wielded it are being hunted to extinction. Branded a traitor and stripped of his power, Kael Veydris awakens after a decade of imprisonment with only a cryptic command burned into his mind: "Find the Last Ember." Hunted by a world that fears magic and haunted by a past he cannot remember, Kael must uncover the truth before the last spark of arcane power is snuffed out forever. But some forces believe magic was never meant to return—and they will stop at nothing to see it erased.

When a young marten named Donovan decides he has had enough of the boring, rote, repetitive lifestyle of his home island of Jutfaang, he sets forth on a journey that will change the course of his life and his worldview, forever. Joined by his sister Valorisa as he embarks aboard the vessel The Hoarfrost's Halberd, it is only a matter of hours before Donovan finds himself caught into a web of manipulations, barters, and promises, that lead him to aid a cleric named Colin Leonard on a quest to retrieve the Genesis Gauntlets. A pair of ancient, storied greaves that many an adventurer has said is impossible to find. Not to mention, is even more impossible to retrieve. Will Donovan and company achieve this insurmountable task? Find out in Mintara: World of Tooth and Claw Book One: A marten's Quest. The first book of this new series, by myself, C.R. Drakeloch!

In a world where cultivation determines one's fate, Long Haochen was destined for mediocrity—until the day he awakened the Primordial Vessel System. Unlike ordinary cultivation methods, his system grants him the ability to refine and absorb techniques from battle itself, turning every encounter into a step toward limitless power. But the path of strength is never easy. From the ruthless martial trials of Qinghe Village to the vast sects and hidden realms beyond, Haochen must face cunning rivals, deadly assassins, and ancient forces that seek to control destiny itself. As he uncovers the secrets of the Primordial Vessel, he realizes that his power is linked to something far greater—a forgotten past, a shattered prophecy, and a force that could reshape the very heavens. When the world demands his submission, he will defy fate. When enemies rise against him, he will break their limits. And when gods seek to control him… he will forge his own path. Devour. Evolve. Ascend.

Mac has always felt disconnected from reality. His dreams are too vivid, his thoughts too fragmented, and his perception of time slipping like sand through his fingers. When he begins documenting his hyper-real dreams, he notices a disturbing pattern—visions of the past, cryptic voices, and strange entities warning him of an impending alien invasion.

Looking back, maybe it wasn't all that bad. Sometimes, I wonder if life would have been better for us all if Eliza and I had never discovered the truth. Maybe that's selfish. But we might have been happier-or at least, that's what I'd like to believe. Magic is a mystery, and not much is known about it even today. it flows through the world, choosing its own vessels. I wish that was all I had to tell you, but my story is darker and filled with mystery and loss. My name is Maddox, and I should have never left the orphanage."

In a realm where vengeance reigns supreme, Yao Yuan faces an unthinkable choice: undergo self-emasculation to unlock the secrets of the Divine Arts and avenge his family's betrayal. Guided by a cryptic message on a jade stone, he plunges into the depths of forbidden knowledge, allying with unlikely comrades and navigating treacherous realms. However, in this labyrinth of deceit, will Yao Yuan's thirst for revenge consume him, or will he find redemption before it's too late? An epic odyssey of sacrifice, self-discovery, and the lengths one will go for retribution.

"Sad" might be the right word for Daru, a child who has the ambition to create peace in the midst of world chaos. Losing everything since childhood, living without parents, even someone he called family abandoned him - leaving him alone, who he considered a loser. In the midst of his downfall, when hope was slowly fading, an old man reached out to him, someone he considered a teacher, and it was there that Daru met Natasya and Adirama, his friends who always accompanied him in his joys and sorrows. Without realizing it, he was a terrible creature. which is said in legend to inhabit his body. Making him bear huge consequences, and this is where the story of a human child who creates peace begins with his best friend, Daru, who will navigate the cruel world of martial arts. "With the sword in my hand, I swear that I will bring about peace in the archipelago."