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The Crimson King of Albion

1. Uniqueness and Appeal of the Story (Condensed) 1. Worldbuilding: Historical Grit Meets Supernatural Spectacle Setting: 1930s America/Europe: Blends Great Depression realities (NYC soup kitchens, corrupt Wall Street alchemists) with occult threats. Nazi "Lebensborn" experiments resurrect through cursed artifacts, while vampire clans like Sanctum Sanguinis manipulate London's underworld. Core Innovation: Merges noir detective drama, Lovecraftian cosmic horror, and vampire political epics into a cohesive "dark fantasy" universe. Protagonist Wayne navigates gangster-ruled streets and eldritch rituals with equal pragmatism. 2. Plot Architecture: Layered Mysteries & Explosive Payoffs Opening Hook: A seemingly routine infidelity case unravels into a cult conspiracy marked by glowing cat eyes and radioactive mushroom-induced visions. The mundane detective office becomes a gateway to hidden wars. Key Conflicts: Personal: Wayne’s quest to find his sister Gwen—a victim of 1935 Nazi experiments—while battling his own physical decay (corpse-like stench, stopped pocket watch). Supernatural: Vampire dynasties, hellish legions, and secret societies (Mirror Sect) clash over the "Living Grail," a sentient artifact granting control over reality. Historical: Nazi occultists infiltrate America using gold-skull rituals; Federal Reserve corruption fuels supernatural arms races. Climactic Sequences: Holy Grail War: Wayne’s ragtag Vowbound Cross faction battles vampire hordes in London, with alchemically enhanced revolvers firing self-guided silver bullets. Leviathan Rising: A kaiju-like beast emerges from Liverpool’s waters, countered by undead dragons and Vatican light magic. Twist Ending: Gwen is revealed as a Nazi-made proto-vampire, forcing Wayne to sacrifice himself as a vessel to seal an elder god—leaving moral ambiguity lingering. 3. Characters: Moral Complexity & Jarring Contrasts Wayne (Protagonist): Flawed Antihero: A whiskey-drinking PI masking survivor’s guilt with sarcasm. His fake "model citizen" diary clashes with ruthless tactics (blackmail, radioactive interrogations). Duality: Protects street orphans while exploiting clients, embodying Depression-era moral erosion. Veronica & Wilhelm: Noble Fugitives: Veronica’s aristocratic German past and Wilhelm’s swastika-etched knife hint at dark histories. Posing as a secretary/gardener, they manipulate Wayne’s investigations. Comic Relief: Wilhelm’s mountain-like physique paired with cat-obsessed campiness ("sailor outfits") offsets existential dread. Antagonists: Preacher Jacob: A vampiric zealot who views bloodsucking as divine sacrament, mirroring Wayne’s nihilism. Dr. Isaac: A Nazi eugenicist weaponizing vampirism, blending scientific rigor with monstrous ambition. 4. Narrative Craft: Noir Aesthetics & Pseudoscience Multi-Perspective Storytelling: Wayne’s cynical first-person narration intercuts with newspaper clippings (Jack the Ripper Returns), cult parchments, and Veronica’s encrypted journals to piece together the puzzle. Stylized Language: Gritty metaphors: "Wall Street fog smells of rusted dreams," "Veronica’s hair outshines Coney Island neon." Symbolism: Bulletproof doors adorned with Citizen Kane posters critique hollow American idealism; cash-stuffed Bibles mock religious hypocrisy. Sci-Fantasy Systems: Vampire "sun weakness" explained as uranium radiation side effects. "Eldritch whispers" rationalized as infrasound brainwashing; hell reimagined as a quantum dimension. Weapons: Rune-engraved silver bullets, alchemy-modified revolvers blending mysticism and tech.
yu_xu_7087 · 1.1K Views

The Rise of the Godslayer in an Esper's Realm

On the Stellar Ascension Continent, mysterious meteorites periodically fall from the sky, bringing strange energy and advanced technology with them. A hundred years ago, a pitch-black meteorite crashed in the western lands, unleashing hordes of monstrous Shadowbeast. Humanity was forced to retreat eastward, barely managing to survive. In the years that followed, an army of Supernaturals rose to drive back the Shadowbeast and establish the Human Federation, building twenty fortress cities to reclaim their homeland. Eighteen years ago, an anomaly appeared over Delta Stratos City: a violet beam of light shot across the sky from the east, illuminating the Chase Clan. On that very night, a child named Leon Chase was born. This phenomenon shook the entire Federation, and many believed that the newborn would one day change the world. Ten years ago, at the age of eight, Leon Chase underwent an ability assessment, only to be declared a "Powerless One." The boy, once linked to the legendary violet light, turned out to have no special abilities, shocking the world. That same year, the Purple Star fell into a mining pit outside Linjiang City, triggering a massive disaster. The city's walls crumbled, and waves of Shadowbeast poured in. The Chase Clan, once the most powerful family in Delta Stratos City, mobilized to defend the city but was betrayed and slaughtered by rival families. By the time the battle ended, the once-mighty Chase Clan had been erased from history. Now, ten years later, the so-called "Powerless One," Leon Chase, returns to the stage. This time, he will shake the world!
AI_Brains_zero · 2.7K Views

HOW TO WITHDRAW STUCK FUNDS FROM PLATFORM:WEB BAILIFF CONTRACTOR

The money I invested was meant for something incredibly important—my wedding. After months of saving, I had finally accumulated enough to make the day truly special. Wanting to grow this fund, I came across a crypto site called Abcfxb.pro, which promised daily returns through “AI crypto arbitrage trading.” They claimed they could deliver 1% returns on my investment every day, and I saw this as an opportunity to multiply my savings quickly. I thought it was the perfect way to ensure I’d have enough to cover all the wedding expenses. For the first few days, everything seemed perfect. I saw the promised returns and was able to withdraw money without any issues. It felt like a legitimate opportunity, and I was excited as my wedding fund grew. However, things took a turn when I tried to withdraw again. The site claimed that my account balance had fallen below their liquidity requirement and asked me to deposit more funds to proceed. Reluctantly, I deposited more money, believing it was just a minor issue. But the situation only worsened. I was then told that my withdrawal would take 50 days due to “blockchain congestion.” I wasn’t too concerned at first, thinking it was just a delay. But after 50 days, I still hadn’t received my funds, and they gave me the same excuse. Desperate, I contacted the site again, only to be informed that I would need to pay a 15% fee for “technical support” from the “Federal Reserve’s blockchain regulator” before I could withdraw my money. By now, I realized I had fallen victim to a scam. As I researched further, I found that others had been scammed in the same way, and the scammers had moved to another site with nearly the same layout. It was then that I came across a review from another victim, who explained how Web Bailiff Contractor had helped him recover his lost funds. Desperate for a solution, I reached out to Web Bailiff Contractor. To my relief, they responded quickly and professionally. Within six hours, they had successfully recovered my full investment. I was beyond grateful, especially since the money had been intended for my wedding. Thanks to their help, I was able to not only get my money back but also go ahead with my wedding as planned. It was a day I will always cherish, and I owe it to Web Bailiff Contractor for helping me make it a reality. I highly recommend their services to anyone who has fallen victim to a crypto scam.
James_Reen · 162 Views

How Did I End Up as a Monster Breeder?

The New World, The Frontier, Manifest Destiny, Whatever you call it I will tell you one thing, it’s none of that. This land an untouched and uncharted territory of the world that would better be called a cursed land, Demon Territory, a Monster Paradise, and to me? A Death Trap. Why am I here? it’s very simple. Debt Not my Debt mind you, no no it was all from my worthless parents who decided to sell me off to debt collectors to stave off their debts they had made ever since I left home. And it only worked out because I was born with a rare skill of making me a natural born Monster Breeder and Tamer. Monster Products make plenty of money in this world, Holstarus Milk, Griffin Feathers, Dragon Scales, Arachne Silk, Harpy Eggs, Goblin Ale, Ork Testicles, just to name a few. And Monster Breeders can make loads of money and that’s what I’m forced into doing but not back in the Old World but here in this new world as new species and possibly extinct species of monsters can be located in this New World. So I’m forced to make a profit for them to pay off my debt or else I’ll have to pay the consequences by going through the pain and suffering of Torture since getting a new Monster Breeder would be to hard to find again. But by hook or by Crook I am going to get my freedom and get the hell out of this Death Trap I find myself in! Male, Female, Futanari, Tomboy, Femboy, various types and genders will be in this story though it’s mostly just Men and Women as all the other types are considered Rare in this story.
OneMoreScore · 33.4K Views

Titan's Ascent

In a world where Titans once ruled as gods, their shattered remains now fuel the rise of empires and the fall of heroes. The Titan Federation, a ruthless regime built on the bones of the old world, enforces order through fear, hunting down rogue Titan Core wielders and sealing away the remnants of the Titans' power. But beneath the surface, an ancient darkness stirs—the **Veilborn**, beings of pure void who were sealed away millennia ago, are beginning to break free. **Zoren Arthur**, a young orphan with a fractured Core—a rare and unstable fusion of Light and Dark—has spent his life running from the Federation. Branded a threat for his uncontrollable power, Zoren is haunted by the fear of losing himself to the darkness within. But when a mysterious figure from his past reveals a chilling prophecy—that he is the key to either saving the world or unleashing its destruction—Zoren is thrust into a war he never asked for. As the Veilborn begin to awaken, Zoren must navigate a treacherous path, forging alliances with unlikely allies --- What to Expect: A Vast, Evolving World – Kingdoms, federations, and hidden forces vying for control over Titan Cores. Intense Battles & Unique Powers – Every fighter has their own way of wielding their Core’s strength. Complex Characters & Moral Dilemmas – No one is purely good or evil; everyone fights for something. Deep Mysteries & Long-Term Payoff – Secrets buried in history, lost Titans, and a power struggle that spans generations. --- Posting schedule: 1 chapter per day.
Shade_Weaver · 5.3K Views

infectents

Warning: The following work is not for weak minds; it has gore and really shitty things and villain here sometimes feels convincing and has nothing to do with real world or intend to create or support conspiracies or groups of any kind, so don't get offended If you still do, please read the warning again Here is what you can expect: fast passed 1. MC is average but uses his brain as much as possible and does have the possibility of dying, and I am being serious here. MC pretends to have a split personality for... 2. story is good It revolves around 17-year-old Mc and his friends Hruday and Haru, who seem to have had scary dreams before the apocalypse. Is this what made him different? But some seem to real to be fake. Is he suffering from memory loss or a secretly only memory regreeser!!? he doesn't know how to follow his journey in the apocalypse and how he manages his base while still being at his late teens, full of adults . it also follows of the villain, or you can call him antihero too 3. Well, think of MC as a veteran of zombie content; he thinks about almost everything, but he will die if your choices are bad. Well, until i put out the choices, he won't. and this isn't your typical fantasy zombie, rather a sci-fi one Also, if you don't know what audio theater is, i have a hidden gem called "We Are Alive." It is available in spotify for free ////// why are you still here? go try one or 2 chapters; i am sure you will like it 4. This was the ultimate entertainment when we had free periods (ahh, I miss those times ). i made it such that each choices had different impact. i will do that here too, on request 5. i don't make stories which aren't unique or I crave that kind of book to be created 5. this has some cool concepts; some might even create conspiracies so be aware Also, the first chapter is little long as it has dialogue and foreshadowing 6. i am doing this because i want others to watch my stories so i will try to make audio theater if requested and also search for a good editor who could correct my grammar mistakes. the credit for art goes to ArtStation remove this cover contact: hrudayjh1@gmail.com also to encourage or support
dreamy_charcoal · 42.6K Views

Dragonia Chronicles: Awakening

When five friends embark on a seemingly ordinary camping trip deep in the secluded woods of Buckingham, London, they expect nothing more than a weekend of adventure and friendly competition. To pass the time, they create a tournament filled with various camp activities. But as the competition heats up, their adventure takes a mystical turn when one of them stumbles upon a mysterious creature—a bird siren with feathers as radiant as the dawn. Their discovery leads them to the hidden City of Dragonia, a realm where magic flows like water and ancient secrets lie beneath every stone. Drawn into this enigmatic world, they find themselves standing before the grand gates of the Dragonia School of Magic. With no other choice, they register for the entrance exams, hoping to blend in while figuring out their next steps. Within the school's towering spires and enchanted halls, each friend discovers their unique powers and abilities. They delve into magical studies, unearth the school's mysteries, and learn of the city's complex history. Kidd, the story’s protagonist, soon realizes his journey is far from ordinary. As he digs deeper into Dragonia's history, he unravels shocking truths about his father and his family lineage. His curiosity is piqued by tales of legendary heroes and ancient dragon spirits, and he begins to awaken the dormant dragon powers within him. Each adventure brings him closer to his father's legacy, revealing more of the dragon spirits that lie within. Guiding them through their trials are Felix and Natalie, seasoned mentors whose wisdom and strength echo the mentorship of Lord Adrain. Felix, a master of illusion magic, teaches them discipline and strategy, while Natalie, who uses archery magic nurtures their latent powers. Their training is grueling yet enlightening, pushing Kidd and his friends to their limits and beyond. Throughout their journey, Kidd encounters powerful enemies and undertakes dangerous missions that test his courage and resolve. These adventures introduce him to a host of captivating girls, both within the school and beyond. His bravery and sense of justice win their hearts, creating a harem dynamic that adds layers of romance and complexity to his story. Despite the attention, Kidd's heart remains true to Anna, whose quiet strength and loyalty eventually draw out his deepest feelings. However, not all is well in Dragonia. As Kidd's power grows, so does the shadow looming over the city. King Fjord, the ruler of Dragonia, is revealed to be a cruel and tyrannical leader whose greed and hunger for power threaten to destroy the delicate balance of their world. Even Fjord's own son, Jean, sees the corruption and betrayal within his father's reign. Though Jean believes he is the rightful leader, his ambitions turn dark, leading him down a dangerous path. Kidd's final challenge is a battle not only for his own legacy but for the soul of Dragonia. Standing against King Fjord and Jean, Kidd is forced to confront the deepest truths about his family, his powers, and his destiny. The battle is fierce, with dragon spirits clashing and magic shattering the skies. Ultimately, Jean betrays his father, hoping to claim the throne himself. But his ambition blinds him, and he underestimates Kidd’s newfound strength. With the combined support of his friends, his mentors, and the powerful girls who have become his allies, Kidd triumphs. He defeats both Fjord and Jean, proving himself as the true protector of Dragonia. As the new Mage King, Kidd ushers in an era of peace and prosperity, honoring his father's legacy and forging a path to a brighter future.
Heavens1 · 4.6K Views

OLD-WORLD EXTRA

{Check out my new novel, Misunderstood Villain: Heroines Mourn My Death} 'Born In Ruins' was a forgettable read. That was the only way Emir could describe the pages of the novel he had found himself reincarnated into. The young man barely knew anything, but the snippets he had recalled only caused him unending sorrow... As what awaited him was only tragedy and an early death. It was a depressing story, one that he had planned to flip on its head—all for his salvation. — In this post-apocalyptic world, monsters fought humans and cyborgs in a battle for survival on a scale greater than ever before. A world where innocence and death were a luxury, where the line between heroes and villains was razor-thin. Within its expanse, 'Ancient Clans,' 'Galactic Federations,' 'Factions', and 'Corporations' presided over colossal 'Ruins' that dwarfed the concept of life itself. Survivors of the 'Third World War' continuously dove into the 'Old World,' 'Hunting' for 'Relics' in any ruin that they could find on Earth, desperate to reclaim 'Lost' technology, to stand a fighting chance against the inevitable. But it appeared that 'Earthkind' had met their match. …However, Emir would never allow that fate to take its course. — Emir unraveled layers of the tale and realized the truth of the world. He acquainted himself with the rules of this game before it fully consumed him. And now... no longer content with mere survival, he sought to dominate over the very fabric of this unforgiving universe. Emir shall rise from the pawn he once was, seeking to unravel the mysteries that hounded him. The boundaries of 'Aether,' his father’s disappearance, the noose hanging above his family’s head, and of course… his starless destiny, a fate he longed to control. This pursuit would earn him the epithet: "Prince Of The Fallen." ---------------------------------------------- *Tags: Reincarnation ;), Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Magical Realism, Academy (Volume 3), Romance, Apocalypse, {Anti-Hero. Villain.} *Expect this novel to start slowly; it begins ramping up at the halfway point of volume 1. *The Magic System is introduced at the end of volume 1, read my review and Auxiliary chapter for more on that. *Warning: The main characters have emotions like proper humans. So don't expect your usual emo kid as the MC and come complaining later.
GoldenStache · 1.2M Views

Son of Star Dust

In the distant future, humanity has colonized multiple star systems, establishing a vast interstellar federation. However, beneath the surface of peace, undercurrents of tension swirl, and an ancient prophecy is quietly coming to pass: "When the Child of Stardust descends, the universe will face rebirth or destruction." Kyle, an orphan living on the remote planet of Tar, was once just an ordinary scrap sorter. One day, while rummaging through a pile of junk, he discovers a mysterious stardust crystal. The moment he touches it, his fate is forever altered. The power of stardust awakens within him, granting him the ability to manipulate the most enigmatic energy in the universe. Yet, this power also makes him the target of a relentless pursuit by the Interstellar Federation. Rayne, a cold and ruthless Federation agent, is tasked with capturing Kyle. Believing Kyle to be a dangerous threat to the safety of the universe, Rayne is determined to bring him back to face trial. During his escape, Kyle encounters Alicia, a calm and rational genius student from the Federation's Academy of Sciences. Initially sent to monitor Kyle, she gradually finds herself moved by his sincerity and courage. At the same time, a mysterious stardust scholar named Morgan appears before Kyle. Morgan knows the truth behind the prophecy and secretly guides Kyle on a journey to uncover the origins of stardust. Together, Kyle, Alicia, and Morgan form an unlikely team, traversing perilous star systems, exploring ancient interstellar ruins, and unraveling the secrets of stardust. However, the Federation's pursuit never ceases. Kyle must not only evade the relentless chase of Federation agents but also face deadly threats in uncharted regions of space. As he gains greater control over the power of stardust, he begins to realize the weight of his destiny—he must make a choice: will he use the power of stardust to save the universe, or will he allow it to fall into destruction? "Son of Star Dust" is a science fiction novel brimming with imagination and adventurous spirit, blending a grand universe, vivid characters, and a captivating storyline. Following Kyle's journey, readers will embark on an interstellar adventure, exploring the origins and fate of the universe, and experiencing the power of growth, responsibility, and courage.
364435074 · 10.1K Views
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