The Perks Of Working In The Black Magic Industry

In a quiet rural town stands an old, foreboding building. Its shadowy presence casts an eerie atmosphere, sending shivers down the spines of those who pass by. Yet, despite its unsettling aura, the people who work within its walls are surprisingly kind and welcoming. Only thirteen souls occupy the space, their presence a stark contrast to the building's dark, almost sinister vibe. But one can't help but wonder—is this place truly as ordinary as it seems? The air whispers secrets, and the walls seem to hold stories untold. Something about it feels... off.

Arlan Lok was just an ordinary village youth—until a savage cult bearing the emblem of a Black Sun razed his home, abducting his beloved younger sister. Left for dead and armed only with an ancient System-bound amulet, Arlan embarks on a desperate mission to rescue the last of his family from a demonic conspiracy that threatens the entire kingdom. Guided by newfound allies—like the resourceful mage Sera and veteran guild captain Vars—Arlan rises from obscurity to become a recognized champion. As each triumph grants him new levels and mystical abilities, he uncovers the cult’s terrifying plan: to unseal the Demon King Azrath, a being once banished from the mortal realm. Across shattered ruins, royal capitals, and hidden temples, Arlan must wage battle against scheming cultists and corrupted monsters alike. But with the fate of countless lives, and his sister’s, hanging in the balance, Arlan soon discovers that true power lies not just in wielding a sword, but in uniting hearts against the gathering shadows. Amid court intrigue, grueling tournaments, and epic clashes with monsters empowered by forbidden rituals, Arlan’s courage ignites hope in a kingdom on the brink of despair. If he can master his System’s gifts and forge alliances among knights, mages, and fellow adventurers, he may stand a chance to banish the Black Sun’s darkness once and for all—before Azrath’s unholy resurrection plunges the world into eternal night.

A talented young man, Cyril Felling, just entered a prestigious academy of the great Empire, ready to begin his new life. Everything was supposed to go well. But suddenly he started seeing a strange woman trying to talk to him that no other human could see. Next, there was a student from the same grade saying she could see the future and that the world is in danger. And finally he acquired unusual and uncanny abilities. All he wanted was to learn magic and prepare to fight demons in peace, yet he keeps encountering one weird situation after another.

Gotham is ruled by Clad Belmont—a man powerful enough to defeat the infamous Jack the Reaper and seize control of the city. "What if there’s someone out there even stronger than Jack the Reaper? What will you do then, Belmont?" But when a mysterious new threat emerges, determined to erase Belmont’s legacy, the city spirals into chaos. "I'm Jaxon." "I don’t know where the hell you came from, kid, but this is Gotham. If you want to stay alive, keep your head down and don’t draw attention to yourself." Jaxon, a boy with no past, arrives in Gotham just as the city prepares to unveil a statue in Belmont’s honor. When the event is attacked, he’s faced with a choice: stay in the shadows or step into the light. "If I don’t do something, all these people are going to die right in front of me." As a masked vigilante rises, whispers spread—Jack the Reaper may have returned. "Who the hell is this Black Mask? I want him eliminated immediately." But if Jack the Reaper is truly back… then who is Black Mask? "Gotham, eh? So this is where you’ve been hiding all this time, Jaxon. Well then… it’s time I paid my student a visit." "Impossible." "I’m telling you, sir—Jack the Reaper is back in Gotham."

Magic of Arkonia: The Stolen Legacy In a land where magic once thrived, Arkonia now stands on the brink of ruin. The lifeblood of the kingdom—its ancient magic—is vanishing, and no one knows why. When a mysterious prophecy resurfaces, four heirs, bound by fate, must uncover the truth behind the stolen legacy. As they venture into forbidden lands, battle the shadows of the past, and uncover secrets buried deep within the ruins of lost civilizations, they realize that the key to restoring Arkonia’s magic lies within the heart of an ancient dragon—one who may no longer be on their side. But time is running out. The Crimson Eye has awakened, and an even greater darkness lurks beyond the veil of reality. To save their world, the heirs must unravel the mystery before Arkonia’s last ember of magic is extinguished forever. Will they reclaim their stolen legacy, or will Arkonia fall into an age of chaos? A thrilling fantasy filled with dragons, destiny, and a battle against fate.

Tan Shuchang had always considered himself born into a scholarly family and had also been a young star atop the honor roll, a true parasite of the upper class. He should have been holding significant local authority, receiving endless gifts, spending boundless money, enjoying innumerable years, and marrying countless concubines. How had he ended up becoming a demonic cultivator? After pondering for a long time and still not understanding, he slowly emerged from the pool of blood, deciding to think it over gradually…

Minos Stuart is a regular young nobleman with average abilities and limited prospects for his future. However, just as he was about to embark on his cultivation journey, he suffered a severe injury that left him on the brink of death! Nevertheless, a stroke of luck befalls Minos as a fragment of the soul from an ancient specialist recognizes him, giving him a chance of one in a billion. This opportunity will open up a new and exciting path for Minos, filled with risks and thrilling experiences, as he gathers the strength to keep a promise and pursue his own ambitions! *** Notice: This is a fantasy story and, as such, is not related to any fact of reality. Disclaimer: I don't own the cover; if its original creator wants me to take down or put credit, leave a message in any chapter, and I'll do it as soon as possible. https://discord.gg/4437dvvk9x

“En mi primera vida, fui un prisionero del destino: una existencia breve, consumida por una enfermedad que me arrebató la oportunidad de soñar, explorar o simplemente vivir. Pero mi final no fue realmente el final. Desperté en un mundo completamente diferente, uno donde la magia reina, los reinos se alzan y caen, y los secretos ancestrales susurran en las sombras. Renací como Alexander Hemingway, hijo de un guerrero legendario y una maga sin igual, en el seno de una familia noble destinada a la grandeza. Sin embargo, el maná, el pilar de este mundo, me negó su favor. Marcado como un “amorfo,” incapaz de usar la magia como los demás, soy una anomalía en una sociedad donde el poder mágico define el valor de una persona. Pero mi historia no será dictada por el destino ni por las expectativas ajenas. Aunque este mundo me rechace, estoy decidido a forjar mi propio camino. Porque, en lo profundo de mi ser, hay algo diferente. Algo antiguo. Algo que ni los magos más poderosos pueden comprender. Mientras navego por este mundo (una academia mágica donde se forja la élite del imperio, intrigas nobles que se ocultan tras sonrisas, y una magia perdida que parece llamarme) debo enfrentar peligros que amenazan no solo mi vida, sino la esencia misma de lo que soy. ¿Mi propósito? Sobrevivir. Proteger a quienes amo. Y desentrañar los secretos de una magia olvidada que podría cambiarlo todo. No poseo la fuerza para dominar este mundo, pero sí la voluntad de desafiarlo. Y esta vez, no permitiré que nada ni nadie me detenga. En un mundo donde la magia lo gobierna todo, demostraré que incluso una anomalía puede cambiar el curso de la historia.”

It pays to look like the undead, when the paranoid emperor holds all first born nobles hostage in the Royal Academy. Particularly when the promiscuous crown prince treats the place as his own personal harem. That's why the infamous royal recluse, Lord Patric Siccus, doesn't mind that he looks like a dehydrated goblin, or that his eyes bulge out when he's too excited, and how his mouth fills up the rest of his face when he tries to smile. He went there for the library, after all. ___________________ !!! DISCLAIMER !!! This novel is a work of fiction. Any similarity to events, people, objects or places both real or fiction, are merely the product of an overactive imagination, unless specified. Copyright 2024 Gem Vecino All rights reserved No part of this online publication or any of its contents may be reproduced, copied, modified or adapted in any way, form, or kind without the prior written consent of the author, Gem Vecino - aka - Alex Rosas - aka - Psynoid Al.

A tale about the rings of the seven kingdoms. It's powers and mysteries. What lies below for the descendant of one of the keepers of the rings. Fiona, a teen who Is embraced In wealth and honour. Her rich and expensive lifestyle Is being tested when she finds out she has powers. Her life took a turn after meeting the handsome, and mysterious Twilight Fall. Highschool ended up being more enchanting than she thought. Finding the lost rings and her families past truth. What will she find on this journey. Love, hatred or something even more than she could Imagine. His dark eyes and her brown sunny eyes. The journey for night and day Is what she will unveil with Twilight. Going through hell to find the rings before It gets Into the wrong hands, Fiona would travel through lands and worlds.   "Are you lost?". He just smirked by the question asked by me. I was the lost one. " You don't speak or,..." . I paused as he made a step forward.         "Me, lost.....". He finally spoke. My eyes were so opened with shock, hearing his voice. He had a calm yet strict voice It was so beautiful I thought he was singing.     "OH! Sorry, I thought you were lost. Besides, If your not lost what you doing In a dark cave with a creepy glowing creature". I looked at his creature as It perched on his shoulder.         He then opens his cloak and smiles. "Pardon, but Violet Is not a creature she's a friend". I looked at him with a puzzled expression. 'Who takes a creature as a friend?'. I thought to my self.         He stepped closer again, with just two step from me. "If you knew where you are, one would know thee who speaks out to the unknown". He spoke with his hands crossed behind his back.         I looked at him confused. What did he just say?. He was giving me more questions than answers.       "I don't have time for this I need to get out of here. My sisters might be looking for me". I said as I tried looking for a way out but, the only way out was to jump back Into the dark pit.           My heart jumped Into my mouth,as I almost fell into the pit again.         "It seems this fair maiden wants to die Immediately". As he smiles with pleasure, like he was mocking me.         "Can I be of some help". He asked politely, for once. I just froze up In fright, as I was not sure of who or what he is. "Come on, I don't bite". As he smirks dubiously.         I hesitated for a while, but I finally stepped a bit closer, with our nose almost touching. It was either I follow this beautiful essence, or die here In this creepy cave.       He pulled me with one hand, as his other hand was gesturing something, like he was performing some kind of jazz or voodoo I thought. I thank God I wasn't close to the little light. Cause It was at his right shoulder.         He suddenly closes his eyes. And like that.... , we were going through the cave walls like ghosts. His other arm was placed behind his back, as he just closed his eyes like he was dead.         I just watched his gawking appearance. His shining white hair, that looked like he cleansed them In a star, his light skin with no sign of scratches, marks, he was just smoothed by just looking at him, his lips were heart shaped with glistering effect, like he uses lip gloss.         I was just jealous looking at him. He finally opened his eyes. "We're here". He alerted all forgotten me. I released my self from his hold, as I saw my sisters calling my name. I was so relieved. I turned to thank him but, he was gone. N.B Cover not mine, from Pinterest. * No rape *

Ignis, a weary priest with shaky faith, battles demons and curses armed only with a rosary, holy water, and an unrelenting dark humor. Amid supernatural struggles and mental chaos, he discovers that even in hell, there’s room for irony. Facing horrors and secrets far beyond his grasp, Ignis must fight not just against evil, but against himself. "A Hell of a Job" blends dark fantasy, sarcasm, and the supernatural in a chaotic yet hilarious adventure.

As war engulfs the continent, Baronia clings to its crumbling empire, calling upon its youth to fight for a cause they barely understand. Among them is Hans Bergmann, a cadet indoctrinated into the ideals of the Reich but plagued by doubt and haunting visions of doom. When the Wilmenians breach Fortress Lake Caden, Hans and his comrades are thrown into battle with little more than outdated weapons and blind obedience. Alongside his best friend Peter Haber, he struggles to survive as their once-unshakable defenses collapse under the relentless assault of a superior enemy. As they retreat to Defensive Line Delta, Hans witnesses the true horrors of war—men torn apart by artillery, friends lost in the chaos, and commanders who would rather sacrifice them than admit defeat. Meanwhile, his nightmares grow more vivid, whispering of an inevitable reckoning. With the Wilmenians closing in and the war turning against them, Hans must make a choice: remain loyal to a doomed empire or carve his own path before it's too late. But in a world where survival is fleeting and betrayal is everywhere, the greatest enemy may not be across the battlefield—it may be the very nation he swore to protect.

Mason Powell a space cadet faces trials and tribulations in an unfamiliar area.

In a world where mages, marksmen, fighters, and healers coexist, a devastating war erupts when a misunderstanding between the fighters and mages escalates into a bloody conflict. Betrayed by the marksmen, the mages are decimated, their power seemingly extinguished. Emperor Jian, ruler of the mages, desperately saves his infant son, Xu Feng, before succumbing to his injuries. Xian Lim, a healer, and Gu Liang, a skilled fighter, witness the Emperor's final act and rescue the child, unaware of his magical heritage. They raise Xu Feng as their own, unknowingly harboring the last remaining mage in a world that has turned its back on magic. Years later, Xu Feng discovers his powers, setting in motion a chain of events that could reignite the ancient conflict and determine the fate of a world teetering on the brink of a new war. The amulet around his neck, a symbol of his lineage, holds the key to unlocking his destiny and potentially restoring the balance between magic and might.

In a world where magic has been forgotten and wizards live hidden among the people, Bianca, a girl full of imagination and passion for fantastic stories, dreams of a world where magic is real. However, as she grows, she loses hope that such a world will ever exist. Everything changes when she meets Lux, a wizard with supernatural powers who fights for a just cause that could change the world as Bianca knows it. Together, they will fight for their dreams, but will they succeed in their mission or fall into the hands of enemies who will stop at nothing to defeat them?

la terre a été envahi par des monstres d'une autre dimension pour se défendre, l'humanité a construit d'immenses murs sur lesquelles des gardes en noirs sont chargés de veiller avec leurs armes à resonance.

The protagonist is a skilled sniper, who is transferred to a fantastical world after a mysterious explosion. Upon his arrival, he is saved by a giant pixie fairy (she originated from an island of giants and hence has the size of an average human) who becomes his companion and guide. Working as a detective in this new world, he finds himself in the midst of a world torn by conflict between two opposing civilizations - one relying on magic and mythical creatures and the other on the technology of the 1930s, when mysterious "Engineers" had arrived. The protagonist has to survive and navigate this dangerous and unfamiliar world with the help of his friends, using his skills to survive and solve crimes while uncovering the truth behind his sudden transfer and the ongoing conflict. In a way, it's a retelling of the Peter Pen story. But in a particular way. The book was published on paper a few years ago and was well-accepted. I have been receiving up until now briefs from readers to write a follow-up. For now, I translate it piece by piece into English with the help of native English writers and share it here. In case you'd find style mistakes, I'll be grateful for pointing them out in the comment section.  Enjoy yourself. 

I am being followed by a monster, putting everyone's lives in danger everywhere I go. A rogue in hiding. I don't want to be killed so I live every day on the run. When will this nightmare end?

The actual story starts on chapter 2. Lily was heartbroken after she got out of a toxic love. She then met Malachi who she was immediately smitten with. He brought back color to her world, But she knew she had to get over him. She was about to put it all behind her after the publishing of her book and album but then... She entered her own book Malachi had also gotten out of a heartbreak but he did not like Lily. He didn't mind her company at school but was irritated by her presence after school. Later however he met a beautiful girl who he started talking to. His mother also got sick recently. He warned lily that they can only stay friends as classmates and that he wouldn't say it again. Yet every day he saw a new side of her... One day he woke up in a different world He was the crown prince of a fire kingdom of the North-East in a world named Zodiac. He had read manga before but wasn't sure how this world worked. Luckily he had a system to guide him. Unknowingly that this system is his classmate Lily. They were in a time before the first queen died. This caused natural instability in Malachi's new body making him weak for attacks. To his dismay he learned that he needed to marry his already chosen princess consort or he'd surely die and never return to his world. Lily's emotions were everywhere. She was happy, confused frustrated, because she would be spending her new life by Malachi's side. "You know My bride she is so-" Malachi started. "Lalalalala. Nope, nope. I don't want to hear it. you can keep your gossip to yourself, Vin- I mean prince Malachi." Lily responded "What did you just call me?" He said. "Prince Malachi." She replies "No before that." He said sternly. "I said the name of my previous person why?" She said back. "Previous person huh? You sure you don't mean crush? He said. "I... Well he was a fine specimen." She said with a smile on her lips. "But I will never see him again. Most likely." "Hey, don't sound sad." He said. "I didn't know systems could get sad." He comforted but joked "Unless you aren't a system," Lily let out a scowl. "I'm going bye." She shut herself off, "Hey, hey, hey. Wait come back."