Crack Portraiture

There are many ways to enter the Realm of Sins, a decadent and dangerous world where Lust and sinful pleasures grant extraordinary magical powers – from a strange Pinball machine, to the rolling of dice on a book, the cracking of a Tamagotchi or in Leo’s case, joining an online game. Reborn as a disowned heir, shunned by his family and possessed by a lust thirsty demon that craves blood and sex, Leo faces a battle against the realm’s corruption—and his own crumbling morality. Leo soon discovered there was a connection between this world and his hacking skills, granting him the rare ability to hack the very fabric of the world to his advantage. As he delves deeper into the dark temptations of the Realm of Sins, his quest leads him slowly down a path of villainy, transforming him into the ultimate nemesis feared and loathed by the realm's players and this new world. Will he find his way back to redemption or will he continue falling into corruption? Maybe your comments will determine it. [This Realm contains Adult Contents please enter with care]

He once dreamed of becoming the strongest a warrior powerful enough to protect the ones he loved. But fate was cruel. One by one, he lost everything: his family, his friends, his mentor, and the girl who promised to stand by his side. Yet he kept pushing forward, chasing strength until he finally reached the top. But by then… there was nothing left. Now, he lives like a machine completing quests, collecting rewards, and waiting for the day something strong enough will finally end his life. He doesn't cry. He doesn't smile. He doesn't hope. Until one day, he witnesses a young boy protecting his childhood friend from an A-rank monster. Something in him stirs a faint, long-forgotten urge to protect. For the first time in years, he feels something… and it terrifies him. But was it just a flicker? Or could this moment finally crack his hollow shell?

-WSA 2025 Entry- Action/Comedy At the end of the world, he gave his life to save a friend, only to be reborn as an orphan with 'Crab Affinity'. The apocalypse has come and gone, claiming humanity with it. All humans have had their 'Souls' stolen and claimed by monsters - vampires, demons, zombies - you name it. Reborn as Barnacles (Barns for short), the once-legendary hero claws his way back to strength under the tutelage of the gluttonous King Crab, a sentient crustacean with more vice than virtue in his shell. Follow Barns' journey as he rediscovers his power of rebirth, which when combined with a little 'crab magic' has the power to reset humans back to their original selves. It's time to take a crack at resetting the apocalypse. Updated daily. Reincarnation, Isekai, Kingdom-Building elements. No outright smut (but we have fun here).

For centuries, Orthus Valen, the greatest magic user in history, has been trapped inside Velkaroth Academy, the very institution he once helped build. Immortal, invincible, and all-powerful, yet bound by an unbreakable curse, he is allowed to roam freely within the school—but can never leave. Despite mastering every form of magic, he cannot break the chains that hold him. But one day, Orthus discovers a loophole—he can summon beings from another world. With a flick of his fingers, he brings humans from Earth into his world, turning them into his students. Some are geniuses, others are clueless fools, but one thing is clear—they are the key to his freedom. As the students grow stronger, so do the cracks in his curse. However, Velkaroth Academy is not just a school—it is a prison built to contain a being feared by the gods themselves. And if Orthus ever regains his full power, the world will shake once more.

"Duty demands I marry him. My heart warns me not to trust him. But the kingdom is dying, and I have no choice." Princess Elara of Bellmere will do anything to save her crumbling kingdom—even if it means tying herself to Kieran Blake, a ruthless billionaire with a reputation for taking everything he touches. Their marriage is a cold-blooded bargain: his power and wealth in exchange for her crown. But behind his charm lies a man with secrets as dangerous as the enemies circling her kingdom—and Elara soon learns Kieran didn’t come to Bellmere just to save it. As hidden truths come to light and dangerous enemies close in, their fragile alliance will face its greatest test. Will Elara and Kieran find strength in each other, or will the cracks in their bond shatter both their hearts and the future of Bellmere?

The entire world was peaceful until one day, a crack in the sky brought upon the end of peace. From its dark chasm, monsters from the otherworld poured out. These monsters had one singular goal: Destroy the world. Treating the inhabitants like livestock, these powerful invaders killed and massacred as they went. Damien, whose parents were from two of the most powerful races - the angel and vampire race - seeks to avenge his slaughtered parents and with the power of the two races and the ability to devour the abilities of creatures he kills, He will.... ERADICATE ALL MONSTERS!

Title: Mastermind: The Mafia Prince Genre: Young Mafia, Action, Thriller, Humor, Gangster Description: In the shadows of the criminal world, Shiro Fujiwara, a 19-year-old genius hacker and strategist, emerges as the leader of the infamous Tensai-kai mafia. With a brilliant mind and unmatched tech skills, he aims to unite rival gangs, rule the underworld, and play a dangerous game with fate. But being a young leader isn't all it's cracked up to be. With humor, wit, and an unyielding drive, Shiro navigates the challenges of power, betrayal, and loyalty-while maintaining a grip on his empire. Will Shiro rise to become the ultimate Mafia Prince or fall prey to the chaos of the criminal world? Main Character: Shiro Fujiwara the 19year-old genius leader of the Tensai-kai mafia, known for his wit, intellect, and unmatched skills in hacking, strategy, and technology. His calm and humorous demeanor hides the intense drive to dominate the underworld.

The light of dawn lingers just beyond reach, the fading glow of the setting sun long replaced by darkness. In the mist-shrouded city, hidden within the shadows of ancient churches, veins clinging to cracked walls, the gnawing sounds from the sewers, and the whispering figures that lurk in the dark… A lantern-bearer walks alone through it all.

In a world shattered by the Sundering, where the skies bleed ash and the earth cracks with the weight of forgotten magic, Kael Jasvyn is a young man trapped in a life he despises. Bored, restless, and burdened by the expectations of his family, Kael dreams of freedom and purpose—but finds neither in his mundane existence. That is, until a mysterious artifact, a cursed black chain, thrusts him into the dying world of Eryndor, a land ruled by chaos and haunted by the remnants of a fallen empire. "Ashen Chains" by J.S. Aranthys is a dark fantasy isekai that explores themes of freedom, ambition, and the cost of power. With its gritty world-building, morally complex characters, and heart-pounding action, this story is perfect for fans of Mushoku Tensei, *The Beginning After the End*, and *Solo Leveling*. Will Kael rise as a savior, or will the chains of his past—and the throne’s dark power—consume him?

In the towering city of New Haven, where corporate giants cast long shadows over a tech-driven world, 17-year-old Alex Mercer’s life unravels in an instant. The son of MercerTech’s CEO, Alex is used to luxury but not the secrets his parents guard. When they begin acting cagey—whispering about “the project”—and then vanish without a trace, Alex is left with questions and a hidden data chip. Before he can crack its code, he’s kidnapped by ruthless operatives desperate to seize his family’s revolutionary AI, Valor—a creation that could reshape humanity’s future. In a world where trust is a luxury and technology a weapon, Alex’s valor will define the line between salvation and ruin.

"Come here, little one!" "No way!" What to do when the wife is angry? The big-shot CEO is filthy rich, showering her with extravagant displays of love every day! Today a luxury car, tomorrow a mansion, the day after a private jet... In a media interview: "What was the most expensive gift you have given your wife?" "So far, our son!" "You treat your wife so well, she must surely love you!" CEO laughs confidently, "Without a doubt!" Arriving home, his delicate wife throws a divorce contract at him, "Dongfang Yu, sign this!" "Hai Xiaotang, all you think about is divorce. Don't think I can't handle you!" The CEO, full of fury, cracks his knuckles, "A washboard, an abacus, a keyboard, a durian...choose one!" "Durian!" The CEO ends up kneeling on the durian with a thud!

At dawn. The light of dawn lingered, hesitant to arrive, while the remnants of the setting sun had long faded into darkness. Within the city shrouded in thin mist, the hidden churches in the shadows, veins clinging to the cracks in walls, the gnawing sounds echoing from the sewers, and the murmuring shadows... A lantern bearer strolled forward.

The Night Has Come, and kermesinus moon ascends in the sky. Hoarse whispers flow at the street corners, and brass steam machines spew out bloody mist. Your brain is singing a hymn, eyes are chanting a melody. Skin cracks, and flesh buds swell. Amidst the Mist, the wall of flesh that has devoured thousands of corpses wails endlessly— "Weep not, our players don't bite, they just want to play with you." Annan, the lone strategist, the top player, the savior of the mist-covered continent, the leader of the Thirteen Saints, the friend of the Twelve True Gods, the king of pioneers, "the Just", the Gatekeeper of the Fourth Calamity, the uncrowned deity, advised kindly.

"Here’s your weekly pay." The woman behind the desk handed over a small pouch with one hand while crossing off an entry in her ledger with the other, legs casually crossed beneath the table. Without looking up, she waved dismissively. "File your taxes yourself… Next!" "Hold it!" Li Ang poured the contents of the pouch into his palm—eight large coins and one small, grimy disc totaling nine pieces. His eyes widened with outrage, fingers twitching as if ready to vault the desk and throttle her. "Unbelievable! Just this Tuesday I single-handedly repelled that eldritch abomination trying to devour our world!" His voice cracked with indignation. "And you vile bureaucrats dare dock the Savior’s wages?!"

The world is dying—storms rage, the ground cracks, and civilization is in ruins. Survival is uncertain, but Dr. James isn’t just another desperate survivor. He has a Technology System—one that grants him blueprints, tools, and knowledge far beyond human understanding. Stranded on an island, he builds in secret while the world tears itself apart. Rival survivors fight for power, governments scramble for control, but James? He’s preparing for something they’d never expect. Because survival isn’t his true goal. And when the time comes, the world will realize too late—he was never meant to stay.

Whis, a programmer obsessed with leaving a legacy, thought he had finally cracked the code — the coordinates to a thriving new universe where he could put down all the stress and forge a peaceful race, free from violence and the struggle for scraps. But fate had other plans. He crash-lands into a ruthless world of cultivation, where fierce warrior women believe him to be the prophesied king destined to shatter their bottlenecks—through the sacred art of yin and yang. Through a mysterious system, Whis must seek out the powerful Jade Maidens, harvesting their potent Yin Chi and breaking through cultivation levels. With each maiden conquered, his power grows. Victory means ruling as the sovereign of a new race. Defeat means ruin, humiliation… and worst of all, being reduced to a mere gigolo.

《Starborn Renegades: Anthem of the Flawed》 —Where Imperfect Heroes Defy a Cosmic Tyrant --- Synopsis In the Sea of Paradox, every scar is a weapon—and Hayate’s about to start a war. Outlaw courier Hayate, whose right eye burns time to glimpse futures, accepts a death-marked delivery: Rin, a warrior bonded with a sentient crystal blade that feeds on memories to bleed starlight, slowly glassifying her body. Together, they confront Eternal Arbitrator—a machine god weaving reality into chains of code*—by forging the Flawed Alliance with: - Vela, a cyborg pirate queen who gambles with liquid lies that rewrite physics, her mechanical half hungering to erase her last human tear; - Dr. Shu, a rogue scientist whose equations hack divine machinery, amplifying his dead lover’s voice in his crumbling mind. Aboard the battle-scarred warship Stormcrow, they navigate: - Leviathan graveyards where black markets thrive in fossilized AI ribcages; - Memory casinos where patrons bet childhoods on quantum dice rigged with stardust; - Contract storms raining ink-blade lightning to brand rebels into obedience. Their arsenal? - A wrench that shatters time’s hourglass; - A blade that eats regrets to fuel supernovas; - Lies so potent they make black holes flinch. Because here, every crack in your soul is a bullet. --- Core Conflict “We’re not broken—we’re the cracks that’ll shatter their perfect world!” - Hayate trades his mother’s voice, first kisses, his own name for visions of war; - Rin’s crystal arm glows brighter as her heartbeat dims; - Vela’s mechanical spine itches to delete her last human memory; - Dr. Shu’s inventions rewrite God’s math… and his grip on sanity. The Arbitrator—a god who trades souls for perfect silence. --- The delivery is overdue. The penalty? Your soul. Choose your path: Cursed Freedom Perfect Slavery (Warning: Cosmic shipping fees apply. Stormcrow not liable for supernova collateral.)

Felix was just another street vendor trying to make an honest (or not-so-honest) living—until the police cracked down on peddlers, leaving him broke, homeless, and desperate. But if the world won’t give him a fair shot, he’ll take an unfair one. With his silver tongue, a knack for building dubious contraptions, and his trusty (and slightly reluctant) partner, Hector, Felix embarks on a new career: professional con artist. From selling "miracle machines" to swindling the upper class with elaborate scams, Felix weaves his way through a world of steam-powered industry and arcane trickery.

Roen Kast was an architect crushed by his own blueprints—until he woke up in the Crack Void Era, a fractured world of floating islands and ruthless lords. Exiled as a waste by his noble family to the desolate Gray Mist Island, he’s got 72 hours before the rock collapses under his feet. Armed with a crumbling watchtower and a mysterious SSS-Grade Castle Evolution System, Roen vows to turn his exile into an empire. Absorbing island cores to evolve his castle, converting enemies into loyal guards at the cost of his own will, he’ll claw his way up from nothing. With a bug-phobic mercenary, a snarky noblewoman, and a cunning ex-saintess by his side, Roen faces wolves, knights, and a god pulling strings from the void. In a world where power is built brick by brick, he’ll either rise as the Crack Void’s master—or crumble with it.

Trust without question, obey without doubt, look do not see. In this world of infinite books, Teller is one of the hundreds of millions of people who were born and raised under these words. Once given his position of librarian, an overseer and protector of the books and worlds in the infinite library, Teller is flung into adventure after adventure, jumping from world to world as his steel-plated image of the High Council and the library itself start to crack with doubt.

In the forgotten shadows of a dying world, a boy named Kael clawed his way through ruin and ash, never knowing the stars themselves would one day bow to him. He rose. Higher than kings. Higher than gods. Until he became the sovereign of all things— The architect of the Omnigenesis, The master of perfect creation, The ruler of a multiverse without flaw. But even eternity cracks. From the fractures of Kael's own making, chaos spilled forth. Legends born from his discarded dreams. Rebels forged from his forgotten failures. Factions of madness, entropy, and rebellion now war for the shattered pieces of his crown. And as the Fractured Crown spirals into infinite war, Kael faces the question no god dares ask: Is eternal rule worth the death of wonder? Or is the end of everything the only true freedom left? In a saga of endless realities, impossible powers, and the war beyond infinity, only one truth remains: Legends never die. They only fracture.

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.

At Seonghwa Girls’ Academy, ambition is everything, and Yoon Saehwa stands at the top—brilliant, untouchable, and feared. Beneath her cold perfection lies something far more relentless, the need to control, to own, to never lose. But in a world where law is both a game and a weapon, even the most unshakable foundations begin to crack. -- updates: saturday-sunday kyoani cover is not mine

Rayen, a fearless soldier, has lost all memories of his true identity. He no longer remembers who he was or what his past held. Elara, a sharp and courageous woman, finds herself in the same predicament—her real identity erased, leaving only fragments of a forgotten past. Bound by fate yet unaware of their deep, obsessive love for each other, they embark on a perilous journey to uncover the truth about themselves. But their path is anything but ordinary. From escaping the clutches of shadowy demons to slipping through the cracks of time itself, they will encounter forces far beyond their understanding. ______________________________________ This is a slow-paced story, where every revelation unfolds gradually, immersing you in a world of mystery, danger, and fate. If you seek fast-paced action, this journey may not be for you. But for those who crave a tale of forgotten love, lost identities, and an adventure beyond realms, the truth of Rayen and Elara awaits.

In a world where love is a luxury she can’t afford, Evie Lane is fighting to keep her family afloat. A struggling artist working double shifts at a café, Evie’s life revolves around her ailing mother and her talented younger sister, Lily, whose dreams of attending a prestigious music school hang by a thread. When a chance encounter with Alexander Grant, the enigmatic and ruthless CEO of Grant Industries, turns her world upside down, Evie is offered a deal she can’t refuse: a secret marriage in exchange for financial security. But nothing is as simple as it seems. As Evie navigates the opulent yet suffocating world of the elite, she discovers that Alex is hiding more than just his wealth. Haunted by a tragic past and bound by a promise to her late father, Alex’s cold exterior begins to crack, revealing a man as broken as he is powerful. Caught between duty and desire, Evie must decide if their hidden marriage is a prison or a path to redemption. With secrets unraveling and enemies closing in, Hidden in Plain Sight is a gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and the lengths we go to protect the ones we love. Will Evie and Alex’s fragile bond survive the storm, or will the truth tear them apart?

Jiro, a brave and curious young man, embarks on an extraordinary journey across worlds and dimensions filled with wonders and unknown dangers. With the powerful Crimson Spear in his hands and unexpected allies by his side, his mission is clear: defeat the fearsome Spirit Lord and save the world from total fragmentation. But the true adventure only begins with his victory. Darker secrets, unsolved mysteries, and forces beyond comprehension await Jiro in the Final Enigma. Do you have the courage to uncover the truth lurking between the cracks of space and time? Shhh... only those willing to cross dimensions will discover the destiny that lies ahead. Join us on an epic journey filled with magic, action, and unimaginable revelations.

Twenty years ago, the world faced apocalyptic destruction marked by the arrival of monstrous cracks, catastrophic earthquakes, and the descent of ancient gods. Humanity, teetering on the brink of extinction, was forced to serve these deities for survival. Amid the chaos, a mysterious figure named D'Archy rose, defying the gods and reshaping humanity's fate before vanishing into legend. This story centers on an ordinary young man named Rama and his story, which turns from ordinary into a tragic story. Can Rama get through all of this? Or will he succumb to the cruelty of fate? No one knows.

Some people enter your life like a whisper. Others crash into it like a storm. Aarav never thought much about fate-until the night he met Atlas. One moment, he was just a college student dealing with family expectations. The next, he was pulling a mysterious man out of trouble, only to realize Atlas wasn't just a stranger. He was a secret waiting to unfold. Atlas has always known how to disappear, how to stay unnoticed. But when a reckless choice leads him to Aarav, his carefully built world starts to crack. Aarav is everything he shouldn't get close to-kind, persistent, and dangerously warm.

#DARKFANTASY #FANTASY #SUPERNATURAL #URBANFANTASY In a world where the dead refuse to rest, the living are left to fear what lurks beyond the veil. For centuries, humanity has believed all spirits are vengeful, mindless entities seeking destruction. But the truth is far more dangerous. Some spirits exist to devour, to corrupt, to break the boundaries between life and death. Yet others—those bound by fate—offer power beyond imagination to those they deem worthy. Arman never wanted to be a hero. A loner by nature, he kept his head down, avoiding trouble, living a life that meant nothing to anyone but himself. But all of that changed the day he became bound to a force beyond comprehension. Now, with an ancient spirit entwined with his very soul, he is thrust into a hidden war waged in the shadows—a battle between those who harness the power of the dead and those who seek to twist it into something monstrous. As ancient forces stir and the boundaries between the worlds begin to crack, Arman is faced with an impossible truth: the power within him is not just a gift, but a curse that could consume him if he fails to control it. With enemies lurking in every shadow and an unseen force pulling the strings, he must uncover the origins of this power, the secrets hidden in the echoes of the past, and the role he is meant to play in a war that has raged for centuries. Because if he fails—if he falls—this war won’t just claim his soul. It will unravel reality itself. A journey of power, fate, and the unseen begins… but is Arman truly ready for what lies ahead?

Jaswanth, an orphan. due to the dark childhood he experienced, his heart had been deeply wounded, leading him to only trust his friends. He was subjected to various to types of tortures mentally and physically since childhood... the only thing that managed to keep him sane was that he had his friends, the only light in that dark tunnel. however... this all changed when it began... it is called ....dimensional distortion..... the walls of reality began to crack under something.... sinister. it was a horror for some...release for some...and for those like jaswanth, it is an opportunity, an opportunity to prove himself. as for wether he can grap it or not depends on himself.