How Long Can Bearded Dragons Hold Their Breath

‘Is this shit actually happening to me?’ That was Kael Carter’s first reaction when he saw a bunch of priests kowtowing in front of him, worshiping him as the ‘Hero.’ For a good while, he actually thought it was just another one of his dreams, until reality hit him. It was real… He was actually summoned to a fantasy world where magic exists! A world of Beast Tamers! A world where Humans and Magic Beasts grow stronger together! A world Kael, as its supposed Hero, was meant to protect! His response? “Fuck no!” He might be brave in the comments section, but who the hell takes that seriously!? How was he supposed to protect an entire world when even opening a jar of pickles was like a life-or-death battle to him!? He was no Hero! And to prove it, he decided to place his hand on the ‘Orb of Resonance’ that was supposed to ‘confirm his identity as the Hero.’ But then, [Ding!] He heard a sound. [Talent Awakened.] [Talent Name: Dragon Genesis] [Talent Rank: SSS Rank] [Description:] [Power to turn any beast with even the slightest trace of Dragon Blood in them into a full-grown Dragon.] ‘What in the hell…? I—I can create Dragons…?’ Kael couldn’t believe what he was seeing. In a world where Dragons were living Legends—creatures of unparalleled strength, wisdom, and power, In a world where entire Kingdoms tremble at the sight of just one Dragon. He could create… an army of them? ... AI-Generated Cover. ... Discord: https://discord.gg/qZHRTHGdZG If the link does not work for some reason, DM me: SleepDeprivedSloth

Warning: Mature Contrent. When Gamaal lay on her sickbed, she thought she was going to die soon and made an unthinkable request, urging her loyal maid, Ravar, to marry her husband, the Khag(King). But fate had other plans. Gamaal survived, only to find herself regretting as Ravar bore the King a son. Years later, the Khag named Gamaal’s daughter, Amasir, as his successor. Yet upon his death, Ravar seized her moment and sent soldiers to Gamaal’s chamber, demanding her fealty to her son, Rugald. The only way out for Gamaal was faking her death to escape the castle. Now many years later, the Country had descend into bloody battle, with each Queen trying to secure the throne for their child.

[Ding !! Euro Breather System Unlocked]  [One breath = 1 euro]  [Level 1 : Please use  100,000 Euros to level up] As Jack made his way back to his small apartment from his part-time work, he couldn't help but be amazed by a panel that materialized before his eyes. Despite his best efforts to dismiss the idea of such imaginary thing, his thrifty side begged him to believe in it. Coming from Australia after obtaining a scholarship to attend a highly esteemed German high school. All he had was a life without parents. He may expect his life to undergo a radical transformation now that he got a cheat system. Join my discord : https://discord.gg/aDAUyXxqEd Disclaimer: This story is a work of fiction. All characters, events, and organizations are imaginary and any resemblance to real persons or events is purely coincidental. The narrative is intended for entertainment purposes only and does not reflect real-life occurrences or perspectives.

Liszt finds himself reborn as a countryside baron in an alternate world resembling medieval Europe. In this world, there are dragons that can discharge metals, elves that can tend to crops, and missions written in mist that only Liszt can see. With the help of the mysterious missions, can Liszt gradually grow from Baron of Flower Town into something greater, claiming the whole continent and beyond?

Playing with people's fate had never been more fun. [based on the special romance prompt 1]

Zara embarks on a treacherous journey to save her brother’s soul from the clutches of the underworld. Haunted by guilt and aching with remorse, she finds an unlikely ally in Death himself—a brooding, intriguing figure with secrets as dark as the abyss they traverse. As they plunge through the frigid depths of Eldris and into the heart of Hades, Zara and Death uncover the haunting truths of each other’s pasts. Bound by a fragile trust, they face a choice: risk everything to rewrite their fates or let their sins condemn them. But salvation always comes at a price, and in the realm of the damned, nothing is ever truly what it seems.

Debating on whether it really is fantasy but we follow David, being a short story I should not say more. Update: Turns out I'll make this like a collection of short stories that portray grief.

A man is reincarnated in another world as a baby. Adopted by dragons, he will discover that this world is not peaceful and there are enemies inside and outside the battlefield. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Jin Yeong was just another office worker—forgettable, unremarkable, and stuck in a life that never went anywhere. He wasn’t strong. He wasn’t talented. In a world of ambition, he was just… there. Then, the sky cracked open. A voice echoed across the world, mocking humanity’s weakness. A system was given. A chance to survive. People awakened powerful abilities—fire, lightning, super strength. Jin got this: [Limitless Weapon Mastery] "Any weapon you wield is used at its maximum potential." No fire. No magic. No enhancements. Just a simple skill? But soon he and the world will learn a simple truth: It’s not about what you wield. It’s about how you wield it.

Student Eric Jean is transported to the magical continent of Alduria, where he discovers that he has been chosen by the ancient dragons to be the hero who will save the world. Reborn as Eldarion, he receives a body blessed by the dragons and must learn to master his new powers. In a world divided between dense forests, volcanic mountains, icy lands, and regions full of adventures, Eldarion trains tirelessly to face the abyssal creatures that threaten Alduria. Guided by the wise dragons and motivated by determination and joy in his new life, he embarks on an epic journey of courage and self-discovery. "Legacy of the Dragons" is a story of growth, heroism, and the discovery of true power within oneself.

The World of Relisquae had long see a the great kingdom of Volantis. Whoever found the kingdom would meet the princess, and be granted one wish. Thus, a group of adventurers join together to find this mysterious kingdom as well as fight a great evil.

A dramatic, eventful love story between the Crown Prince and the Supreme General of the Heavenly Empire! This is an Omegaverse story (A/B/O) with a lot of knives at the beginning. Stay away unless you are used to reading danmeis like 2ha, MDZS, etc.. Following the Heavenly Emperor's death, Crown Prince Xie Jianyu's Fuxi Palace was attacked by a combined force of Longjing Palace and Wuyang Palace. The confrontation between Supreme General Zhang Fengxi resulted in Xie Jianyu's death, after which Zhang Fengxi found out that he did not know Xie Jianyu at all. First, Xie Jianyu was an omega and not an alpha. Second, Zhang Fengxi slept with Xie Jianyu before. Third, Xie Jianyu gave birth to Zhang Fengxi's son. When given the chance to return to the past, will Zhang Fengxi be able to undo his mistakes? Will Xie Jianyu be able to escape his tragic end? Let this author take you on a fascinating journey (⁠｡⁠･⁠ω⁠･⁠｡⁠)⁠ﾉ⁠♡

Sophia's life was never hers to control. Born the daughter of a powerful mafia boss, she became a pawn in a game she didn’t agree to play. To solidify alliances, her father sealed her fate—marrying her off to not one, but three ruthless mafia leaders. Each man more dangerous than the last. For them, Sophia is a trophy—a prisoner they blame for their shattered lives and broken hearts. Her new husbands had to sacrifice everything, their former loves abandoned for power, leaving nothing but resentment and cruelty behind. Now, their shared home is a battleground, soaked in tension, hatred, and secrets. But Sophia isn’t just a pawn. She’s a spark ready to ignite. Beneath the scars, she harbors a silent rage—a plan to break free, to turn the tables on the men who claim to own her. Yet even amidst their toxic obsession and possessive cruelty, the lines between love, lust, and loathing blur. How far will Sophia go to reclaim her life? How long before her captors realize the woman they imprisoned is becoming their queen? In a world of blood, betrayal, and desire, who will be left standing when the game is over? Reverse Harem with a Dark Twist: One woman married to three mafia leaders, exploring toxic relationships and intense power struggles. Strong, Resilient Female Lead: Sophia evolves from victim to queen, reclaiming her power. High-Stakes Mafia World: Themes of revenge, betrayal, and survival drive the story’s tension. Blurred Morality: A provocative blend of obsession, hate, and forbidden desire that challenges traditional romance dynamics.

Everyone in the city got a job. Some became warriors who were courageous while others became intelligent magicians. Wei Can was able to awaken an SSSSS-grade unique job, the Dragon Tamer. However, dragons were so hard to find that they almost only existed in legends. Fortunately, he also received a system and was rewarded with the Dragon Radar Technique. With that, he was able to learn that Xu Yaoyue, the prettiest girl in school, had awakened the Frost Divine Dragon job and was able to tame her. “Umm… To be honest, the Divine Dragon job is actually our family’s heritage. My twin sister is the Flame Divine Dragon, my cousin is the Dark Divine Dragon, and my best friend is the Light Divine Dragon. Do you want to try and form contracts with them as well?” When Wei Can looked at his divine dragons clearing the paths for him, he said, “As a dragon tamer, it’s okay for me to have more than a few dragons, right?”

The Dorack men are brutes who come from a long line of shapeshifters. They can no longer shift and have all but lost the instincts to mate. The men are presented with human wives in hopes of breeding. But DaThoren, the brute prince of Dorack, discovers the scent of not his new human bride but the slave girl covered in dirt at her feet. She is nothing more than a dog at their feet, but she seems to pull something from DaThoren, and soon he sinks more than just his fangs into her. "Do you think to trick me into breeding you, Pet?" Only one problem, shapeshifters can't pair mate with a human. Thus begins her story, for she was never just a dog, and she is far from being human. Only a dragon can carry the seed of another dragon.

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Long Sleep is a sci-fi, teen love story set in a world where nothing is as it seems. Akari awakens from a long, mysterious slumber, only to find herself in an unfamiliar reality. With no memory of how she arrived, she embarks on an adventure with Andy, a soldier with secrets of his own. Together, they uncover shocking truths and explore a connection that defies time and reason. Prepare for an exhilarating journey filled with twists, danger, and romance as they uncover the truth behind her lost years.

WSA 2023 entry. ON HIATUS - The writer is taking a break from this story. It is incomplete. Fiona never felt like she belonged to the modern day world. So when an enchanted gem sends her to another time and place, where vicious beasts and dragons lurk she has no trouble facing her new reality. What surprises her the most is that the devilishly handsome man she mistakes for a barbaric beast, is really a dragon knight, a hero and protector in this new world. Withdrawn from society, since a failed marraige and death of his wife, Tiamat had become a notorious recluse, showing interest in little besides his obession of owning his own keep and training the men necessary to retain and defend the castle. Then, while on one of his scouting missions he spots something glistening beneath the deep blue waters, he chances upon a breathtaking beauty dressed in clothes not from his world. Despite his suspicions, she awakens his lonely heart to desire a future he never thought could be his. A modern beauty and a mysterious dragon knight, Fiona and Tiamat are both trying to escape painful pasts, perhaps they can find redemption and love in each other's arms if their enemies don't kill them first.

Gods can die, and when a god dies, its will to live is released and takes the form of beasts, dragons. Beasts of destruction, pain and suffering, a single god's death can result in a boom in dragon population, they are pests, meant to be hunted down and killed with extreme prejudice. Arvlen Loki hates dragons, every thing about them is disgusting to him beyond words can describe. This hate has allowed him to propel himself to heights that can't be matched in the world of dragon slayers, only thing keeping him from becoming the guild master of the slayer guild is that the position would need him to stop hunting dragons. So what happens when a man like this comes across something impossible. A child dragon.

Lysander Argent, seorang petinju muda berbakat, meninggal dalam pertandingan terakhirnya dan bereinkarnasi sebagai Lyran Argent di dunia fantasi bernama Daratan Misteri. Dalam tubuh baru ini, ia harus beradaptasi dengan kehidupan bangsawan, menghadapi diskriminasi karena sihirnya yang dianggap lemah, dan membuktikan dirinya di Akademi Astra Veritas. Dengan memadukan seni bela diri modern dan sihir, Lyran diam-diam melatih diri di tempat rahasia, Hutan Astral, hingga menguasai kekuatan baru. Di tengah intrik keluarga, konflik perang, dan rahasia besar dunia, Lyran bertekad melampaui semua tantangan dan menjadi legenda yang tak tergoyahkan.

Transmigrated in another world in the body of a weak minor noble on the run for his life, Paul, with the help of his loyal butler, hides himself in the Grand Duchy of Dalia, a nation where all races are accepted without discrimination. Hiding his identity and with his funds dwindling, our not-really-an-hero decides to start a business to make a living. “My lord, I don’t think that selling flatbread will make us any money. Uh? Why are you putting sauce on top of it? And Cheese? This… oh… mmmm…” Grab a slice and enjoy the ride, accompanying Paul in his quest to stay alive, make money, and possibly take revenge, all while garnishing new exciting pizzas!

It wasn't on purpose. When Maria stole a peculiar book from one of her classmates, she thought nothing of it since her classmate didn't seem too fond of reading; Maria thought she could get away with it, however, she never expected the book to hold such secrets. Working as a barista in the city of Quezon, Maria discovers that not only was the book she had once read predicting the end of the world, but her old pocket watch was the key to figuring out its secrets. Before she knew it, chaos started to unfold, claiming the lives of thousands as deadly games began to appear all over the world, forcing humans to become players to survive. Maria never imagined that an old book series could lead to such catastrophes. Can a book with hundreds of pages stacked together— really be the sole reason for the end of humanity? Left with no other choice, Maria uses her knowledge from the books to navigate through the looming perils before her. With the desire to meet the beings that heralded the world's end and uncover the mysteries shrouding her books, Maria strove to survive and adapt to her new reality, even if it meant being tangled between life and death. In a world brimming with tales, akin to the multitude of stars gleaming in the nocturnal skies or the depths of the vast ocean yet to be explored, the story of searching for one's ending begins... * * * TL;DR: What to expect: -Slow Paced Story -Character Development  -A Fantasy, Post-Apocalyptic World -Mysteries! -Diverse Characters  -Family Conflict and Comradeship  -Sub-Plot Romance between Two Women -3.4k-3.8k Word Count per Chapter -Mistakes in grammar or prose since English is not my Native Language What NOT to expect: -Overpowered MC -Reverse Harem -LitRPG * * * Before reading this story, please note that this story will not be a short one. This story is inspired by many unlimited-flow Chinese novels I often read, Alice in Borderland, and my childhood favorite cartoon show, Adventure Time. Although this is my first time writing a story and may be an amateur, there would also be some terrible grammar, prose, and repetition of words since English is not my native language, I still hope that some of you will be able to enjoy reading this story I created during quarantine.  This story may also be slow in terms of updating, but I'll try my best to upload frequently or find a schedule to upload the chapters. I accept any form of criticism, tips, and advice!

It is the start of a worldwide bio-ethnical genocide, where the endangered species and the ethnicities is formed to preserve peace, please proceed reading with caution.

William is a rich business tycoon who owns brandy company his parents died when he was at the age of 12 . He then made a promise to his self he must avenge his parents death.it became more interesting when he saw Isabel William was at his office preparing for his online conference meeting when he heard a knock at his office door he said come in. Isabel walked into the office and was blowen away by the decor of the office the office was transparent. William said how can I help you ....well sir someone said you can help me with so I came to ask for help . he turned his chair around and said am listening go ahead I am hoping you can help me with some money I will give you anything you want I promise ..... He raised his head from the document anything I want are you sure of this deal . you about to sign a deal with the devil little kitten . He smirked . I was amazed by his look his blue eyes was so captivating his red Rossy lips his face was breathtaking I was in daze ... He snapped me out of my own world of admiring him I realised he was standing so close to me he whispered in my ears saying why can't I resist your cuteness .... I was shocked sir are you going to help me he cut me off in my speak saying call me William....Ummm ok William ..I love how my name sounds on your lips I was surprised this guy is shameless ..... ............... what do you think will happen next well you will find out soon what will William want in return ....

Pain.... Flashing images.... Memories mixing..... Cold....so cold Resentment.....so much resentment filling his bones..... 'If only I can do it again'

Princess Violet, fell deeply in love with prince Liam. Follow them on their journey through family histories, and drama. This is an attempted romantic comedy. Completed

this story is short its made to make you feel things its not for everyone