Walter Bishop

In a world born from the ashes of countless others, the cycle of creation and destruction repeats endlessly—each world discarded by a creator obsessed with perfection. Asrial, a boy of mysterious origins, survives the annihilation of his village by the feared Church of the Broken God. Left hollow, a mere shell, he unknowingly embarks on the ancient Trials of the Elemental Dragons—awakening powers long thought impossible. But Asrial's soul is not his own. Within him sleeps the fragmented essence of the world's original creator, and with each step forward, his fragile existence begins to unravel. Haunted by the past and driven by vengeance, Asrial is thrust into a world where hidden factions, corrupt kingdoms, and deadly bishops pull the strings from the shadows. Among them stands the Crimson Witch—the one who burned his home and stole his sister. Yet behind the war of mortals and monsters lies a forgotten truth: the so-called Broken God, Caelon, was never the villain—but a hero, rejected by his own world, now seeking to reclaim what was stolen. Asrial must confront the twisted oaths, forgotten histories, and his own crumbling soul to stand between two collapsing worlds. But can he save his world without becoming the very tyrant he seeks to destroy?

Reborn with the memories of a past life and a warning of a doomed future, ten-year-old Walter Carnell awakens in a war-torn medieval world teetering on the edge of darkness. Once an old man who died forgotten, he now holds land, a noble title, and a mysterious magical system only he can access. Armed with foreknowledge of the continent’s downfall, Walter must forge alliances, uncover ancient bloodlines, and master fire magic before the coming storm. With his newfound system revealing stats, skills, and hidden quests, he turns a decaying village into a rising power, but enemies lurk in every shadow, and history has a way of resisting change. Politics, power, and progression collide in this gripping LitRPG fantasy epic where the line between legend and legacy is drawn in fire and blood. What to Expect: - A reincarnated, world-wise protagonist navigating a feudal society with modern sensibilities and a sharp strategic mind. - LitRPG mechanics including levels, stats, skill proficiency, titles, elemental affinities, and a unique personal system unseen by others. - A richly developed medieval fantasy world with political intrigue, noble houses, economic reforms, and long-term empire-building. - Slow-burn, immersive storytelling where character introspection, societal change, and careful planning take center stage over constant action. - Magic and swordplay progression tied to a unique core system, with ranks from Novice to Paragon, and elements influencing style and strength. - A weak-to-strong journey, as Walter grows from a powerless child to a noble lord and rising magical force, with high stakes and epic potential. - Kingdom management, tactical warfare, and court politics, seamlessly woven with magical training, research, and mysterious bloodlines. For better regular updates on Monday & Saturday, visit the RoyalRoad page of the Story.

“This isn’t love. It's leverage.” He offered her a contract. She signed it with a smile. Because Kylie Reynolds once known as Jacinta Collins didn’t return from the dead for affection. She came back to burn everything that destroyed her. Once the beloved heiress to a billion-dollar empire, she was betrayed by the man she loved and disowned by the father she trusted. Declared mentally unstable and erased from the will, she disappeared from high society without a trace. Now, years later, she returns with a new name, a new face… and a fake marriage to the coldest, most powerful CEO in the city Cole Walter. He doesn’t know her past. She doesn’t care about his heart. But when enemies close in and secrets start to unravel, the lines between revenge and desire blur dangerously. Because falling for him? Was never part of the plan.

A life I didn't ask for.. A world I couldn't call my own... I'm Edward Walters. That's what I'll tell anybody if I'm ever asked. Because, that was the name I answered back on Earth. But now, in this new world I reincarnated in— a medieval one of swords and magic— I'm known by many names. The Undisputed Prodigy, The Anomaly of my generation, The Legend Blank, and... Charles Liam Flameworth. But I didn't ask for any of these. I didn't ask for the titles, the power, the wealth, the sufferings, the wars, and the fame. I.. I just wanted to go back home. But fate pinned me to this world, giving me no way back. Untill I decided— if fate doesn't give me a chance.. I'll make one for myself. I'll shatter this so called fate, and I'll go back to my family. This is the story of the Anomaly that defied Fate. The one who Reincarnated as a Genius Mage. ________ Cover art by: Dark72 My Discord profile: https://discord.gg/3gpPftKw Empty Discord server: https://discord.gg/5AbnTFrh

The future was doomed, the present was gloom, the past was regretful. At this point, the only reason I was still alive was because my heart and brain functioned and then one night after a great fap, I woke up to a totally different reality, one where I was in the past. [System installation complete] [Welcome host to the Perverted Sugar Daddy System] [You’ve been taken back in time] I used to be perverted 50 year old man infatuated with younger women in short tight skirts, but now I was in the past with a system. A system that would help me fulfil my perverted desires. I hadn't planned for this, but I sure as hell was ready to milk it. Women, money, fame, from where I stood, all these are at my finger tips. Not only is everyone's mother wife and sister in danger, but so are their companies and territories. it's just a matter of whether I want to own google or be a simple shareholder in Tesla, infact, why not have both. There is the option of being a CEO but I don't want that to interfere with my leisure. My plan is sound and simple but unfortunately you can't eat your cake and have. If I want to be at the top of the world, then I have to be ready to face problems of those at the top, for example. "What do u mean witches are real" TAGS: Mind control, Gangs, manipulation, corruption, oyakodon. PS: All characters in this book are above 18

Saving a magical gothic world is already too much for one boy to bear, but leading the church of a powerful goddess alongside a swarm of nuns who all want his attention? Lucian Bishop might just be out of his depth. But what choice does he have? After transmigrating into Altareign — a magical dark world filled with rune magic, the occult, demons, and heretics — Lucian's task is deceptively simple: Destroy the shadow that threatens the world, unite the Church, and end the use of dark magic! Heavy is the head that wears the halo… but with a convent of powerful (and gorgeous) nuns by his side, perhaps the path of divinity won’t be so difficult after all.

[WSA ENTRY 2025] ... "There is no god, only the echo of our fears, bound together in a symphony of false hope, woven to make this endless cycle of pain bearable... But I refuse to be just another note in their song. I will not be silenced to protect the gate you so desperately uphold. I don’t care for the blind masses; they are but shadows, moving without purpose. If I cannot run, I will walk. If I cannot walk, I will crawl. If I cannot crawl, I will roll. And if all that remains of me is a severed head, then I will still glare at you with the scorn of the relentless." ... In a world where Hunters fight to keep humanity safe from monstrous invasions, Timothy Walter is nothing more than an E-rank weakling, expendable, powerless, and barely surviving. That changes when a forgotten dungeon forces him into a deadly trial, awakening ancient rulers from across races. Bound to the weakest among them, he inherits a power unlike any other: "King Player." Now, with a system that defies all logic, Timothy must carve his path, facing enemies both human and monstrous, as he ascends from the lowest depths to claim a throne none believed he could reach. AUTHORS NOTE: I put it under a restricted audience because of the following reasons; There is a huge amount of blood and gore meaning a lot of action and adventure. An equally adequate amount of romance with a pinch of R18 just to emphasize the points. Don't take the world-building to heart; Nigeria is better than that Kinda... If you survive the first volume, then keep it up after dropping your thoughts in reviews. I upload 1500+ words per chapter, and that means I may not participate in many chapter giveaways except when milestones are reached. Again, I appreciate your advice, thoughts, and criticism even more. The synopsis will keep changing as the story progresses. And yes, It's the familiar hunter's trope spun around in my head because I love the solo leveling light novel, so... have a fun read, I hope.

The World of Seekers Power isn’t something you’re born with. It’s something you earn. In this world, anyone — no matter their birth, blood, or background — can become a Seeker. All they need to do is accomplish an extraordinary task — an act so intense, that the world itself must take notice. And when that moment comes… the world answers. A Pathway opens. There are six: Rook, Knight, Bishop, Queen, King, and Pawn. The nature of your task determines the Pathway, and the way you acted determines your ability. Each task brings not just power, but a Story — a poetic, cryptic description of what was done and what was gained. And with it, a Story Grade, a measure of how far you pushed the world’s boundaries. No one completes just one task. Power evolves. So must the Seeker. Myth Nyxen is brilliant — so brilliant that despite being born into a society that despises red-eyed people like him, he still earned a place at the most prestigious university in the country. He has the wealth, the looks, the success… but none of it matters. Because deep inside, he’s suffocating. Lonely. Anxious. Drowning in a life that feels too small for the fire burning inside him. His nights are sleepless, his days empty. Depression clings to him like a second skin. He spends his hours staring at ceilings, lost in the weight of inaction. But this isn't weakness. It's his ambition, coiled and waiting. Myth’s pride won’t let him settle for being tolerated. He wants to rise. No — he wants to rule. And he will do anything, absolutely anything, to satisfy that hunger. So step into his world. Become a part of his ambition. --- I am going to post it on RoyalRoad.com

Aomine Luppo was a Bishop of the Pentaculum, but was expelled after losing his vision in a terrorist attack perpetrated by the Sheriffs. One day, he meets Yuudai Reno and discovers the existence of a secret organization called "Scoville".

Hanrich Sebastian Bishop, Jr. (Harro), the 25-year-old scion of a business Mogul, was a paragon of perfection. His chiseled features, white hair and piercing blue eyes made him look like a celestial being, earning him the nickname of an Angel. His charming personality, honed from years of navigating high-society circles, had a mesmerizing effect on everyone he met. People were drawn to him like moths to a flame, helpless to resist his captivating smile and effortless charm. But one man remained immune to Harro's allure: Orion Alexander Stone, a ruthless and cunning business rival. With a name that evoked the mythological hunter, Orion was a force to be reckoned with. His piercing gaze and chiseled jawline made him look like a granite statue, impervious to emotions. He saw Harro as nothing more than a pampered, entitled rich kid playing at being a businessman. Fate, however, had other plans. When Harro and Orion met, the air was electric with tension. Despite their differences, they found themselves inexplicably drawn to each other, their mutual attraction growing stronger with each passing moment. It was as if the universe had conspired to bring them together, igniting a passion that neither could ignore. But their love story took a dramatic turn when Harro was involved in a freak accident, erasing his memories of Orion. The man he loved was now a stranger, and Harro was left with a gaping hole in his heart. Orion, determined to win Harro back, set out to rekindle their romance, but the odds were stacked against them. Would they be able to rekindle their love, or would their relationship remain forever lost in the annals of memory?

The man who sold salvation… and vanished. He conned noble houses, seduced princesses, built a church that doubled as a brothel. He died on the scaffold, whispering one wish If there’s a next life… I want to be rich. The world listened in irony. Now reborn as Sylas Mortis—an exiled prince—he carries a royal name, a cursed past, and enemies in every shadow. Armed with a silver tongue, a conman’s instincts, and just enough magic to bluff his way through, he’s ready to turn kingdoms into markets… After all, what’s nobility to the man who sold fake immortality to a bishop? What’s a goddess… to a born liar? And what’s the truth, to someone who never needed it?

In a world where every 16-year-old awakens a System Piece based on their personality, most people become Pawns — soldiers with no special path. A lucky few become Knights, Bishops, or Rooks. Strong women become powerful Queens, feared across the battlefield. And then there are Kings — leaders chosen by the system. Revered by some, feared by most. But every King faces a brutal trial at age 18: a deadly battle against a full team of golem enemies on a living chessboard. Win, and live. Lose, and die. Even the King’s own pieces — his team — can perish permanently. Sixteen-year-old Reon never saw himself as a leader. He was a fighter, sure. Loyal. Angry. Protective. Everyone thought he’d become a Knight. Instead, he became a King. With no powers, no team, and a death sentence hanging two years away, Reon has only one chance to survive: He must gather a full set of allies — people who believe in him enough to stake their lives on his leadership. People who were laughed at, overlooked, or discarded… but still dream of something greater. They’re not misfits. They’re his crew. And if the world dares to treat them like Pawns, they’ll rewrite the board — together.

Everyone is born with a Fate. Pawn. Knight. Bishop. Rook. Fates decide your power, your path, your worth. And once taken, they can never be given back. Arthur Greymark was born a Rook—one of the strongest fates a child could possess. But at the age of eight, his fate was stolen in a forbidden ritual and given to someone "more worthy." Left with only the mark of a Knight, Arthur fights to rise again in a world that values bloodlines over truth, power over justice. In a world where magic is shaped by class and fate is law, Arthur will break the rules, fight against those that stole his future, and rise against those who play gods with destiny. He was never meant to be a Knight. He was supposed to be something far rarer. A King. And now… fate wants to be rewritten.

With a smile on his face and genuine content, Tion gladly accepted that he would be nothing more than a humble farmer in this life, but then the Empress came and said, "I am your mother." Now the prince of an empire, Tion decided to become an at least notable and useful member of the Royal family, but then the black gourd showed up. "I am hungry" With hope now ignited and a new path opened to him, Tion decided that he wanted to become the most powerful being in the world, but then she came along "I'm the vampire princess, and I am also your betrothed follow me." Everyone had what they wanted Tion to be, but what about what he wanted to be, did they think him a powerless boy forever.

Zaragoza family is full of debt because of their Father's gambling problem. Walter is debted to Mr. Lu and his daughters are being involved to his doings. Walter have a three daughters named Carmella Zaragoza is the oldest and Stella Zaragoza the second daughter and Cruella Zaragoza the youngest daughter. The life of Cruella Zaragoza has change after the incident. She was adopted as the new daughter of García family. Cruella decided to take revenge of what happened of her sisters and Father. Will Cruella can take her revenge and accomplished her mission in life?

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This is the story of a reclusive young man who seeks solace in the intricate game of chess. Haunted by the pressure to be perfect and the fear of failure, he finds refuge in the calculated moves of the game that demand nothing but strategy and foresight. As he delves deeper into the world of chess, the protagonist discovers a newfound drive and excitement in the game. But when he finally makes it to the biggest stage of a tournament, he inexplicably loses, sending him spiraling into a deep depression. Just when he's at his lowest point, a mysterious man comes along, promising to save him from his misery in the most unconventional, extreme way. The King's Bishop is a poignant and thrilling tale about the power of the mind, the dangers of perfectionism, and the unexpected joys that come from taking risks and embracing the unknown.

He died forgotten. He woke up legendary. Demien Walter was a nobody — a failed midfielder, a footnote in football history. Until the day a rainy road ended his life… and a second chance began. 2003. He opens his eyes in a new body — Yves Laurent, head coach of AS Monaco. Twenty-nine years old. Unproven. But now holding a weapon no one else has: Twenty years of future football knowledge. He knows who will rise. Who will fall. Which talents to trust. Which tactics will dominate the world stage. Champions League shocks, golden generations, tactical revolutions — he's lived through it all. No cheat system. No magic. Just memory. With Monaco as his launchpad, Demien doesn’t just want revenge against time — he wants to reshape football’s entire future. One match at a time. From training ground to touchline, from youth players to superstars, he’ll outthink, outfight, and outcoach everyone in his path. Because this time, he’s not just chasing glory. He’s rewriting football history. This is a work of fiction. All characters, teams, events, and organizations depicted in this story are purely fictional or used fictitiously. While the novel is inspired by real-world football mechanics, tactics, and leagues, it does not represent any real-life football clubs, managers, or players.

Every Man, Woman, Child, Living organism that roam the plains of Hilderia has heard of the legend of the Majestic being that hunts the night. Uleen Virgo the mysterious King of the night, now forced to live as the ultimate predator, seeks for nothing but to break Itself from the curse that afflicted it and took away its freedom. Aaliyah Walters, the lowest of all the humans, suffering the most amongst all of the humans. Even in the time of prosperity for humans she was bound by a contract to serve the higher ups as a lowly slave. She was later accused of a crime by the king she loved and admired so much, fearing for her life; she flees into the comfort of the King of the night Uleen Virgo. Uleen Virgo then makes it a priority to become the god of Hildera and unite all the races under one rule to protect them all from the incoming attack. A being after the rumor and curses layed on it by all, decided to sacrifice Itself to save all it swore to protect.

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum TO: Mr. DeLoach FROM: R. E. Wick DATE: 12/28/66 SUBJECT: CONGRESSMAN H. R. GROSS (R-IOWA) DOCTOR RE LETTER BEING SENT TODAY ELECTRONIC EAVESDROPPING Clark Mollenhoff, Washington Bureau of the "Des Moines Register and Tribune," today telephonically advised Bishop in my office that he has learned from Congressman Gross' office that the Congressman is going to send a letter to Mr. Hoover, probably dated today, in reply to the Director's letter to him of 12/7/36 wherein the Director set forth the true facts, supported with documentation, concerning the approval of the Attorney General for the use of electronic eavesdropping techniques by the FBI. Mollenhoff said he has ascertained Congressman Gross' letter will advise the Director that after careful study of the Director's letter and its enclosures, Congressman Gross is convinced the FBI utilized electronic eavesdropping techniques only upon the specific approval of the Attorney General and the Department of Justice. In his letter Congressman Gross will also make reference to the case of Otto F. Otepka, former chief, Division of Evaluations, Office of Security, State Department, which received considerable publicity after hearings on his dismissal from the State Department were held by the Senate Internal Security Subcommittee. It will be recalled that Otepka's position in the State Department was to evaluate and make decisions with regard to individuals employed by the State Department who possibly could be security risks. When the Administration became unhappy about the number of persons being declared security risks by Otepka, John F. Reilly, who was then an attorney in the Department of Justice under Bobby Kennedy, was transferred to the State Department as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Security, and thus became Otepka's boss. The purpose of Reilly's going to the State Department was to check up on Otepka. Reilly proceeded to put microphones in Otepka's telephones and to place a "bug" in his office. This was finally disclosed to the public in hearings before the Senate Internal Security Subcommittee. In spite of this, after Otepka was dismissed by the State Department, Reilly was rewarded for his work by being appointed by the Administration to a high position in the Federal Communications Commission. Congressman Gross is going to cite in his letter to the Director the Otepka case as another instance where Bobby Kennedy was aware of the utilization of electronic eavesdropping techniques and certainly approved their use. Clark Mollenhoff also advised that Congressman Gross will conclude his letter to Mr. Hoover by asking that Mr. Hoover keep him advised of any additional developments with regard to electronic eavesdropping. Mollenhoff stated his information is that Congressman AI responses may include mistakes.

Years ago, love tore them apart. Now, fate throws them back together. Romeo never thought he'd see Marco again—not after their families forced them apart. But now, Romeo is a rising actor, and Marco... he's the irresistible CEO of Walter Enterprises—richer, sharper, and ten times hotter than the boy he used to love. A chance encounter leads to one unforgettable night. What was supposed to be casual leaves Romeo restless, haunted by Marco’s touch, and desperate to know... On one of there causal secret hook ups a secretary walks in on them, she must keep what she saw a secret in order to ensure she doesn't speak of what she saw to no one Marco suggests she joins them. Suddenly the both start falling for her.

Leah’s life feels like a fragile lie — battling cancer in silence, hiding her pain from her two roommates, Zoe and Luna. To them, she’s just a roommate with her own shadows, but Leah’s world is crumbling behind closed doors. Zoe, the carefree queen of the apartment, hides secrets of her own — a mysterious love letter from a man named Walter that Leah wasn’t meant to see. Luna, running from her own past, completes their fragile trio. As Leah fights her darkest battles alone, she stumbles upon Zoe’s secret, shaking everything she thought she knew about friendship, trust, and love. With cancer threatening to steal her future, Leah must decide if she can risk opening up — or if some secrets are better left veiled

People think evil is loud. That it kicks in doors and screams in your face. But most of the time, it’s quiet. It stands next to you. It watches. Detective Calder Bishop finds a girl buried under a concrete plaza, lips sewn shut, a message scrawled beside her: You let her. No blood. No witnesses. No clue who she is. But something about her uniform, about the way she was posed—it hits too close. More bodies follow. Different victims. Same message. They’re not chosen for what they did. They’re chosen for what they ignored. What they allowed. The killer isn’t out for revenge. He’s building something. A system. A doctrine. And Calder’s not chasing him—he’s being dragged back into a past he thought he buried. Because the last sin isn’t murder. It’s neglect.

an 18 year old boy named Toyin adebayo is the son of the deceased kingpin of Atlanta after an expulsion in school, his grandma convinces his mom to bring him back to his hometown in Africa upon reaching Nigeria he joins a familia that deals with drug trading along with a young Nigerian boy who is the manufacturer the Walter white of the buisness watch his journey from a nobody in the dark markets to a kingpin

Aaron Hughes thought he escaped the worst of Chicago’s underworld—until a Polaroid of his tortured friend and a bloodstained chess piece pull him back into the grip of Bishop, the sadistic crime lord who once shattered his life. Reuniting with a violent ex-enforcer and a broken brother who may no longer be on his side, Aaron leads a desperate war against a man who doesn’t kill his enemies—he owns them. But vengeance isn’t clean. And Bishop doesn’t need to survive. He just needs to be remembered.

Disclaimer: This is a dark romance that contains mature themes, violence, large age gap and explicit content (R18). Reader discretion is advised. Walter is a normal, lazy girl with no memory of who she used to be. Just trying to survive day by day, she finds herself in a dangerous mess after unknowingly "kidnapping" the child of one of the most feared men in the world. All she wanted was to pay her half of the rent-so she took a job. Simple, right? Wrong. Enter Arzeal, known as the Emperor of the Underworld, The Reaper, Death incarnate. A man born from tragedy and betrayal-discarded by his own parents, he clawed his way through the blood-soaked streets to build a criminal empire that now stretches across the globe. Ruthless, cold, and terrifyingly powerful, Arzheal does not forgive mistakes. He does not offer second chances. So what happens when his beloved child is mistakenly taken by a socially unaware girl with no past and no clue who he is? Will this blunder destroy her... or unexpectedly bring them together? Not all is what it seems. As shadows stir and enemies rise from within, the lines between fate, love, and destruction begin to blur. "Your eyes... they've changed. You seem happy," he said, his voice low and trembling. His hand, cold and shaking, cupped the side of her face. A single tear slid down his cheek. I didn't move. My body froze. I should've stepped away, pushed him back- But something inside me couldn't.

En un mundo donde vampiros, humanos y entidades celestiales coexisten bajo un frágil pacto, "Crimson Legacy" cuenta la historia de Bishop, un esclavo convertido en vampiro por el antiguo Conde Rubí, y Lady Crimson, una noble heredera que renuncia a su linaje por amor. Su unión, prohibida y poderosa, engendra a Lucien, un niño marcado por dos sangres. La tragedia, la traición y el poder desatado del Universo Rubí desencadenan un ciclo de muerte, locura y guerra que amenaza con destruir el equilibrio entre luz y oscuridad.

A heartfelt coming of age road trip story following Thirteen year old Lila "Cricket" Bishop, who just lost her mother to cancer. with her distant trucker dad, Reid now back in the picture the two set off on a cross country road trip to scatter her mother's ashes in every state she once loved. Join as they tarvel all across the united states learning how to be a family again.

Sabrina was supposed to be the Alpha of the Treed pack. But she was so in love with her lover that she offered him the position, hoping that he would crown her as his Luna. But things took a bad turn as her lover publicly rejected her and planned her murder. Sabrina is heartbroken and decides to give up on staying alive, but the cursed Lycan king, Peter Devonshire, finds her during her throes of death and makes her an offer that she cannot refuse. Now with the help of Peter Devonshire, Sabrina has vowed to take back what belongs to her. But as their plan comes to fruition, how would Peter, who is supposed to be dead in three months, tell Sabrina that he has fallen in love with her?

In the year 2080, two centuries after the Convergence of Worlds, magic dominates every aspect of society. The Magic Academy, the heart of knowledge and cradle of the elite, trains the mages destined to shape the future of the Arcadia Federation. But in this world where only power commands respect, Raphaël Walter is an outcast. With a magical utilization rate of only 4%, he is nothing more than a reject, doomed to humiliation and scorn. Until the day, on the brink of despair, he forges a pact with Astaroth, Grand Duke of Hell. From that moment on, an inhuman power flows through his veins… but at what cost?