Vader Without Mask

Centuries ago, a deadly mask was born from the depths of a forbidden ritual—crafted by shadows, fed by blood, and sealed with the promise of unimaginable power. Wielded by the legendary Grand Assassin, it turned a man into a monster and cults into corpses. Then… it vanished. Now, in the present day, a young boy hears the chilling tale from his grandfather, staring into the haunting smile of that very same mask—encased in glass, yet somehow… still alive. What begins as a bedtime story becomes a descent into darkness as ancient forces stir and history threatens to repeat itself. Because some masks aren’t just worn… They wear you.

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World Without Crowns. What does it mean to live with no one in control above you? No one dictates your actions. What exactly happened to this world? Read it and support me.

By day, Li Mei is a quiet 19-year-old university student, the best friend of Zhao Ling — sister to one of the most powerful and ruthless CEOs in the city. By night, she becomes The Shadow Rider — a masked, black-clad savior who secretly rescues innocent lives from the darkness that plagues the streets of Chenghai. She thought her double life was safe. She thought no one would notice her. Until Zhao Wei, 27, CEO of Zhao Corp, saw her. He was supposed to see her as just his sister's young friend. Too young. Too off-limits. But from the moment he laid eyes on her, his world shifted. He became obsessed with her. Every detail about her, he learned through his sister. Every look, every whisper, every glance from afar… he craved more. What he doesn’t know is that the girl he secretly wants is also the masked hero that saves the humans at night. And what Li Mei doesn’t know is that Zhao Wei has already decided. She’s his. Whether she wants it or not.

Devil underneath the tricksters mask follows our protagonist angelo rycard on his journey of contradicting paths. He us the balancer between two worlds one ancient and wide riddled with secrets another filled with mysteries and enemies both world contain a broader side. But in one world angelo longs to keep that broader side hidden and in the other he aims to reunite with it. Come and follow his journey he plays the role of the devil and the messaih fighting countless enemies stopping men from playing god. Unraveling a past so foreign to him yet close at the same time while battling his greatest enemy of all himself. Follow me on patreon.com/nexusstar211 and become a follower of tye trickster journey

"Can you do it, baby girl?" Drystan purrs in her ear, tattooed fingers digging into her hip, leaving bruises for her to admire later. She nods, incapable of speaking with Alexander's long fingers so deep in her throat. "So pretty," she hears Alexander praise, hazel eyes rising up to meet his forest greens in the kind of reverence that is only reserved for gods. "Will you be a good girl and let us fill you up?" His fingers leave her mouth with a pop, her teary eyes looking back at Drystan pleadingly. "Yes, please," she shakes, fingers clutching Alexander's shirt as Drystan stretches her. "Please, daddy," *

A mysterious young girl, always wearing a white mask, appeared whenever the police were stuck. She solved cases no one could. She never stayed long. She never spoke much. But every time, she helped the police... and vanished before they could ask who she was. Who is she? Why does she help? And what is she hiding behind that mask?

In the continent of Raventhall, all power comes from a Sigil—an ancient magical symbol engraved on the body from birth. Those with a Blood Sigil enter the noble caste. Those with a Gold Sigil become generals, commanders, and court mages. However, children without a Sigil are branded as the Null, and are made into slaves, sacrifices, or castaways. Kairan, an outcast from the under-district of the city of Velmire, was born without a single Sigil. He cannot use magic, cannot read spells, and isn't even registered in the kingdom's system. However, something makes him different. He can see the magical pathways of others. Not with magic, but with a strange, innate instinct and vision. He can read the direction of magic, its weak points, and even hijack the magic of others in battle. When he kills a young noble in an underground arena fight, and steals his sigil with his bare hands, everything changes. “If fate says I was born without a throne, then I will steal one—from those who don't deserve it.” With his unique ability and brutal strategy, Kairan builds a reputation as the "King Without a Throne" — leader of the outcasts, a scourge to the nobility, and the greatest threat to the sigil system.

"Snarn from his world without warning, Ken finds himself a slave in a strange kingdom where his survival will depend on his cunning and ambition."

Is being someone's shadow a blessing or a curse? Can you live your present happily? Or that person's past will punish every single moment of your life? This story tells how three families are bound together by a common thread. But who is the one who has put knot in it? Will this knot ever be resolved? Or will this thread itself break? How two lovers got separated and the one they sacrificed everything for will betray them because of a misunderstanding. Their separation will become a reason of disaster and revenge between the people they love the most. A girl whose only happiness and reason to live is her grandfather. She never expected anything from her fate but one proposal changed her entire life. In one night her world turned upside down. Loosing her lifeline and taking revenge for it, she drenched herself in blood of her own people.

One by one, the bodies fell. The mask opened and fed on them all, while a nauseating heat spread through his guts. A cascade of notifications appeared: [30 blood points acquired.] [Demonic wolf abilities obtained.] [Mission completed. Progress: 10/4.] [Skill acquired: Night Vision Level 1.] [Skill acquired: Regeneration Level 1.] [Skill acquired: Super Hearing Level 1.] Josuke breathed hard, hands shaking. —Good…— he gasped —At least… I got something… The system updated with a metallic chime: [Mission complete. Congratulations, host. Please review your statistics.] A red floating panel opened, displaying a skill tree full of gray icons and a few pulsing in red. —This is… like a damn videogame— he whispered bitterly. He glanced down to the stats section: Strength: Level 40 Speed: Level 40 Endurance: Level 40 Attack: Level 50 —My attack… ten points higher…— he murmured in a thin voice. The system spoke in a neutral tone: [BLOOD SYSTEM]: You may use the 190 blood points acquired to increase attributes.

DISCLAIMER: The events, characters, and situations depicted in this work are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people, events, or entities is purely coincidental. The story, its characters, and any events described are the product of the author's imagination and should not be construed as reflecting any real-life scenarios. Charlotte Nightfall is a celebrated CIA agent, revered as one of the greatest detectives of all time. Known for her unparalleled competence, sharp intellect, and flawless reputation, she's become a cult hero within the agency, admired by her colleagues and feared by her enemies. But beneath the perfect image she's carefully constructed lies a darker truth. Charlotte has spent years crafting an impeccable persona, hiding the secrets of her true identity from the world. What the CIA and those around her don't know is that her polished exterior conceals a woman who craves physical tension and a glamorous, secretive life. Her desires are as much a mystery as her past, and she's made it her mission to keep them hidden. Enter Frank James Drake, a former MI6 agent with both British and American citizenship, now working for the CIA.. As he gets closer to her, he begins to unravel the carefully constructed layers of Charlotte's life-both the professional and the personal. But what will he discover? And what will it cost them both when the masks begin to fall?

Jimmy was born without a voice. And after a terrible accident, he lost even his sight. But when the world faded to darkness and silence, something else began to speak or, awakened. A bond — ancient and unsee — not in words, but in warmth, presence, and emotions. They are called Whisps — living creatures that roam the Earth, mysterious animals born of nature’s hidden magic. In a world that’s forgotten how to listen, Jimmy is a mute, blind boy with a restless spirit — ready to step into the unknown. Through forests, cities, and ancient ruins, Jimmy forges his own path, driven by a quiet determination. His journey is one of discovery — to know, to see, to feel the Whisps.

Every hundred years, a mortal princess is chosen to marry a celestial — one of the powerful Rose Gold Birds — to ensure peace between the realms. But this time, the princess took her own life rather than marry a so-called beast. Now, Liora, her bitter, sharp-tongued personal maid, is forced to take her place. No one can know the truth. If the Celestials discover the bride is a fake, the kingdom will burn. If they refuse the marriage, everyone still dies. Worse still, Liora is to marry Prince Kael — the most feared and cursed of the Celestials. A warrior cloaked in blood and bound by a magical mask said to fall only for true love. But Liora doesn’t believe in love. She only believes in survival — and in getting her brother and aunt out of this hell.

Evelyn married Duke Kael Dorne before he left for war. Their marriage was cold from the start—built on duty, not love. While he became a hero on the battlefield, she stayed behind, managing the estate alone. She gave up her sword, her dreams, and her youth to protect his name and their home. Ten years passed. When Kael finally returned, he brought another woman with him—young, beautiful, and carrying his child. Evelyn said nothing. Everyone believed she was barren, unfit as a duchess. No one knew the truth—that she and Kael had barely shared more than words. They lived like strangers. She was never seen, never chosen. In her first life, she broke. She turned cruel. She lost everything. But now, given a second chance and knowing she doesn't have long to live, Evelyn chooses a quiet goodbye. She smiles at the woman carrying her husband’s child. She plays the perfect duchess. She asks for nothing. And Kael… starts to wonder why it hurts to see her smile that way. By the time he understands what he’s lost, it might already be too late

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Masks. They hold strange powers, given to those who wields them. Among thousands of them, Ten Powers rises as these Masks holds concepts that can only be described as God-like. They are called, the Ten Heralds. Kiyoto is a young man who finds himself wearing a damaged, wooden-carved mask which he can't take off for some unknown reason. To add to his confusion, aside from his name, he cannot seem to remember his past life after waking up. He will then find himself involved in fierce battles and events that will help uncover the mystery of the Mask he is currently wearing...and it's underlying purpose of Change. https://discord.gg/gmh3xfJDfG

After a devastating virus outbreak, two brothers obtain powerful masks granting them immortality and the ability to manipulate opposing elements—one controls water, while the other wields fire. But what once bonded them has now torn them apart. One brother searches tirelessly for the other, believing they can be reunited. Meanwhile, his brother has been brainwashed by a corrupt corporation, convinced that his sibling always hated him. In his search, the first brother is joined by a small group of survivors who also seek to destroy the corporation responsible for the city's downfall. Although he preferred to work alone, he slowly begins to enjoy the company of his new allies, forging unexpected connections as they wander the ruins of Aesthetic City. But the closer he gets to his brother, the more dangerous the journey becomes, as betrayal, memory, and manipulation threaten to destroy what remains of their bond.

Ryomi was born in a world where technology is underdeveloped, giving it a medieval tone with touches of the Renaissance; the technology has traces of late 19th-century development. His parents and older brother love him deeply and have showered him with immense affection since his birth. In the village where they live, he meets an old lady who was the midwife at his birth. She tries to teach him about magic, his core, and mana veins. Ryo faces unimaginable dangers to forge his core and increase his powers. With each battle he overcomes, his personality and character mature. This journey in his new world may lead him to discover more about his current self and his past self before reincarnation—potentially leaving a deep mark on him with each new revelation and battle he faces.

In the quiet darkness of the city, where shadows stretch long and secrets linger, a charming and meticulous man prowls unnoticed. By day, he’s an unassuming professional, navigating the corridors of power with ease, his impeccable manners and handsome face concealing the predator lurking beneath. By night, he dons his most dangerous mask—a façade of warmth and intrigue that draws unsuspecting victims into his carefully woven web. Obsessed with uncovering the truths hidden in human minds, he views each person as a puzzle, their fears, desires, and vulnerabilities as treasures to exploit. But when he encounters a woman who seems perfect for his next plan, his tightly controlled world begins to fray. As his games grow darker and more daring, the question looms: will he remain the master of his deadly art, or will the mask finally crack, exposing the monster within? "The Masked" is a chilling psychological thriller that delves into the twisted mind of a man who thrives in the shadows, a story of manipulation, obsession, and the masks we all wear.

an ordinary Civil servant,been giving second chance of life by unknown mask. by exchanging his two eyeballs for a second life. with catch he is not really alive anymore as a human, but as an undead...with power. will he be able to live his life normally? or will there be many strange and random things that will crossing with him? ---------------- Author note: this my first novel,and English not my first language so, i may user google translate to write it...and the story probably goes random and flat whenever my mood is..

Nineteen-year-old Haruki Takashi is just a student at a college in Tokyo—granted a smart one. But Haruki hides his thoughts and real thinking behind his face that look like BORED every time. He harbours a disturbed past, and a flooded mind that is too loud for any internal peace. He thinks there is hope and love but for him no hope, no connection, and no love. He trusts only his logic and loneliness but he know that emotions what make A human to A human. But when a project groups him with the most motivated student in college, and her mixed group of friends, a newly determined girl who smiles even through pain, Haruki encounters the one thing he has never wanted to face—people. This is not a story about healing or saving someone. This is about broken people trying to not hurt one another. And maybe, just maybe, discovering what love really is.

When Casimir's mother was killed before he could even count, his life took a turn for the worst. His early maturity was not a choice and neither was honing his sharp mind especially when being an orphan in an unforgiving world at such an age, was a death sentence. But against whatever odds pitted against him Casimir made it to the age of awakening mostly intact, that is if you chose to ignore his mental capabilities. Despite the early misfortune, his already dark fate would take another defining turn when he would awaken with a dreadful and terrible origin.

Eight masked strangers awaken on a theater stage, forced into a twisted performance run by a cryptic AI called The System. Each is given a secret role, goal, and strange ability. Some must protect. One must kill. Only five can survive. With fake rules, hidden alliances, and daily rituals like “Dates” and “Confessions,” the players must entertain a silent Audience — or be eliminated.

The story revolves around Moon Grace a orphan who doesn't remember her past after wake up in hospital from the verge of death at the age of 8 after then a family adopted her and now after spending 10 years with them she thinks they are her real parents that's how much love and care they gave her with her passion and hardwork for computers she finally get a scholarship to complete her graduation in computer science from her dream university and as she follow steps towards her dream she met a mysterious figure  Night Yarrows and then the story begins......

A sus veintisiete años, un joven marcado por la desesperanza y el hastío del mundo enfrenta el dilema definitivo: la vida o la muerte. En el umbral de su destino, su decisión permanece envuelta en el misterio. Cuando abre los ojos, ya no es quien solía ser. Ahora es Drake Sapphirús, un hombre con una nueva existencia en un mundo desconocido. ¿Es esto una segunda oportunidad o el eco de una elección que nunca recordará haber hecho? Enfrentará desafíos que pondrán a prueba su voluntad, desentrañará los secretos de su pasado sellado y descubrirá si este renacimiento es una bendición... o un nuevo tipo de condena.

Lucian Volgare is an enigma,an ancient demon king who ruled the realm of magic,but was killed by his companions.He awoken 10 000 years later to a world that has changed.He enrolls in an academy and he meets two girls, Lilith and Lillian,who aid him in regaining his empire

In a world ravaged by a mysterious, transformative Blight, a seasoned survivor named Oliver and his resilient companion, Elizabeth, navigate a treacherous landscape. Their journey leads them to a desolate research facility, a relic of a forgotten past, where they uncover a horrifying truth about the Blight's origins. Now armed with a desperate hope and a cryptic clue, they must confront the chilling consequences of humanity's past and fight not just for their lives, but for the very future of a blighted world.