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Blazing Dawn is an epic fantasy light novel that follows the journey of Ryujin Homura, a young boy haunted by the tragic fire he accidentally started, killing his parents and forever changing his life. Raised by his loving but helpless grandparents, Ryujin is burdened with guilt and an unrelenting fear of his own powerful fire abilities. When he is sent to a school for heroes, where he learns to control his powers, he discovers a dark force seeking to awaken ancient gods in a bid to dominate the multiverse. As Ryujin struggles to master his abilities and confront his inner demons, he must decide whether to embrace his dark past or forge a new path as the hero he so desperately wants to be. With the fate of the universe hanging in the balance, Ryujin's journey will test not only his powers but his very soul, forcing him to decide if redemption is truly possible for someone like him.

Cipher’s extraordinary journey unfolds as he transitions from an abused, isolated boy to a determined Knight of Light. His death—once a tragic end to a life full of pain—marks only the beginning of his new existence in the Land of Dreams and Legends. There, a realm between reality and fantasy,

In a world where heroes and villains shape the fate of society, atlas vael was born into the most powerful bloodline of them all. Son of Elias Vael, the strongest hero alive, his destiny was meant to be one of greatness. But there was just one problem—he was born without powers. To his father, weakness was unforgivable. Deemed a failure, Atlas was executed without hesitation, his mother slaughtered alongside him. Their existence was erased, forgotten by a world that only worshiped the man who murdered them. But fate refused to let Atlas die. Resurrected by a rogue scientist, Atlas was given a second chance—not as the powerless boy he once was, but as the first and only wielder of Zero, an experimental power that had never been meant for him. A force so unstable it once killed its original host. This time, however, it found the perfect vessel. Now, in a world where heroes reign supreme and villains lurk in the shadows, Atlas walks a path of neither. The father who discarded him still stands at the top, hailed as a symbol of peace. But when the time comes— As his memories return, Atlas must decide: will he choose the path of justice, or will vengeance be his true calling?

“A new chance to be exceptional, I’ll give everything I have in this new life!” After an accident, Marcos, a teenager in his final year of high school, is reincarnated in the body of Jonathan, the son of a humble family from the countryside of the kingdom of Miusyr. Marcos was shocked to realize that this world is not a reconstruction of Earth, but something entirely different—a world where swords and magic guide people’s destinies. Monsters, dungeons, and divine beings aren’t just real, they directly interfere with the lives of citizens! What does this world have to offer, and how will Jonathan deal with the opportunity placed before him? Come along and follow the epic journey of a boy triumphing amidst danger to become a hero!

Horizon The place which represents the meeting point of all places, Heaven and Earth, what will happen if it shatters? Does it bring chaos? Or it creates new opportunities?

Centuries ago, the Empire was the beacon of civilization, a colossus of power and prosperity. But 560 years after its founding, its decline is inevitable. Corruption has taken hold of its foundations, incompetent officials have led to chaos, and noble families fight among themselves for scraps of power. The emperor is a mere figurehead, and barbarian invasions and internal rebellions threaten to destroy what remains. In this world on the brink of collapse, heroes and villains emerge: some fight to save the Empire, others seek independence, and a few dream of replacing it. Who will prevail in this struggle for power? And what price will the world pay for their ambition?

In a world fractured by the Cataclysm of Ascension, humanity’s greatest champions, the Ascended Lords, defeated immortal Primordial Beings but at a great cost. The remnants of the world now exist in floating realms, connected by unstable magic bridges known as Ethereal Arcs. The descendants of the Ascended Lords, the Dominion Houses, rule with godlike powers, while the truth of the past is buried. At the heart of this fractured world lies the Well of Echoes, an ancient artifact said to grant unimaginable power to those who unlock its secrets. Yet the truth behind the Cataclysm and the Well’s creation remains lost to history, and those seeking its power must navigate a world of political intrigue, ancient secrets, and unstable alliances.

A fictional story that includes the western and eastern history, only to be told has a fictional history, bound by the fate of this story. In a world where the balance of existence is maintained by the force of the Heavenly Dao, a being of unimaginable power once ruled the cosmos. But before becoming the force that guides the universe, the Heavenly Dao was a mortal named Kaito Ishida, born on Earth. He lived a life full of promise, but an untimely accident cut his mortal existence short. Instead of fading into oblivion, he was taken into Heaven by God, who granted him the power to create his own universe, transforming him into the Heavenly Dao. Though his divine duties shape the fate of the universe, Kaito longed for the simplicity of his past. He chose to descend once more—not as a ruler or god, but as a normal mortal, living among humans once again, under the name Kaito Ishida. Now, as a high school student at Seiryu High School, Kaito experiences the ordinary life of a teenager, attending classes, making friends, and navigating the challenges of being a mortal once again. But beneath the surface, Kaito is burdened by the weight of his past and the responsibility of balancing the realms. As the second semester begins, Kaito struggles with his true identity: the force that maintains universal balance, and the human who wishes for a simple life. Amid the seemingly mundane moments of high school life, Kaito must confront the truth of his existence and the power that still flows within him. The story weaves together the complexities of human emotions and cosmic duties as Kaito seeks his place in a world that is both familiar and far beyond his understanding. Copyright 2025 Nykiora. All Rights Reserved. This is a work of fiction. While it may reference historical names, events, or locations, the story, characters, and specific events portrayed are products of the author’s imagination or used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, beyond the historical names mentioned, is purely coincidental.

In the beginning, there was a god who wept stars. Aurum, the First Light, carved the universe from his loneliness, birthing the planet Tanasma as his magnum opus. But when his essence fractured into Lumineth (light) and Tenebris (darkness), it ignited an eternal war between seven archangels of creation and seven apocalyptic dragons of destruction. Millennia later, Tanasma is a dying world-its continents built atop the corpses of sealed dragons, its people cursed by the fallout of divine warfare, and its core festering with the malevolent Archos, the Devourer of Worlds. Now, as ancient seals crumble, mortals and angels alike must confront a truth that could shatter reality: Gods are flawed, and creation itself is a mistake.

In a world where almost everyone develops supernatural abilities by the age of ten, Kael realizes he has none. Without powers, he is destined to become a slave—worthless and disposable. But Kael refuses to accept his fate. Using his intelligence, deception, and manipulation, along with the help of Vestiges, he creates the illusion of power, fooling even the strongest around him. As dangerous beasts, powerful elites, and mysterious artifacts known as Vestiges shape society, Kael must navigate a ruthless hierarchy where strength is everything. Can he survive in a world that rejects the powerless? Or will his web of lies eventually collapse?

"If a man is never born, is he dead? If a thing is never seen, does it exist? If a name is never spoken, does it carry meaning?" I do not ask these questions to be answered. I ask them because no one dares to. The universe is built on the arrogance of definition. Numbers, laws, identities—shackles that are forged in language, in memory, in time, or this theory that lingers in our brains called collective consciousness. But what of the spaces between? The void? Reality? The things that exist outside knowing, outside the gaze of men and gods? Or does it not exist at all? If so, how are we speaking about it? Paradoxical isn’t it? He was such a thing. A presence without a name. A shadow cast by nothing. Or nothing cast by a shadow? If history is a river, he was the drought. If men are measured by the weight of their deeds, he was the absence of gravity itself. He did not belong, not in this world, not in any world, because he was not of the world. Not forgotten. Not ignored. Not erased. Simply… he never counted. And yet, in the nothing, he saw everything. The weight of unspoken thoughts. The blood behind unshed tears. The truth in silence. The universe was full of things unseen, of wounds never given words, of horrors never given shape. And he understood. He understood that nothingness was not the absence of being, but the absence of limitation. He understood that a thing untethered by perception is a thing without chains. He understood that the moment a man asks, "What is the shape of nothing?"— —he has already begun to see it. The idea of liminalism or being liminal. He experienced it and it drove him not to insanity, but sent him spiraling into the depth of the abyssal word of all what it carried of meaning, something much much beyond than mere insanity, something that can not described with words, because it is not a reality, it is something simply…...beyond. Saying he was insane would be an understatement, mind you. And once seen, it can never be unseen. The world had built itself on the assumption that zero was empty. That nothing had no weight. That absence held no consequence. But they were wrong. Zero was the abyss between all things. The wound that preceded creation. The foundation of every lie called "truth." And the price of zero… was everything. As such, because he lost everything, He gained everything. 1 extra chapter = 2 powerstones

(The chapter updating is being stopped for the time) The story follows the adventure of Oscar Price and his group, who had embarked on a mission to find out the HORIZON Orb(a Golden Ball), consisting of magical powers which maintains balance, prosperity among the continents. The ultimate goal of the story is to return the Orb to its rightful place, as ordered by the High Council of Mythralis, the creators of the Orb. Will the group be able to bring back the Orb from the unknown location and return it back. Follow me on Instagram for more updates: @_brataranjan_

The greed of men knows no bounds. They hunt for all the treasures of the world even ones they were never meant to possess. But greed is like a violent fire, it knows no friend and no master. The greed and desire for power of two men will lead the futuristic world of 2080 into calamities they would only wish were nightmares

Working and planning his whole life to achieve his dream. But one fateful encounter changes everything, he discovers the freedom of impulse. Met with the harsh reality of his dream he sets out and for the first time in his life moves without overthinking.

Set 500 years after the Bellum Arma in Tumultu, this tale unfolds on the Jormania Continent, a land scarred by frequent supernatural upheavals. Amid the chaos, the small, once-forgotten town of Tinavel undergoes a remarkable transformation with the sudden appearance of a mysterious castle. What was once a cursed settlement is reborn as Ailva, a flourishing city that soon captures the attention of the empire. As rumors spread of Ailva's miraculous powers, the emperor, gravely ill and beyond the reach of any known cure, faces an uncertain future. In a desperate bid to save him, the crown princess of the Imperium Nicolaeis sends a loyal envoy—a prince—to seek Ailva’s help. As he journeys north, the prince must navigate a web of political tension, a crumbling empire, and the dark forces at play within Ailva, where nothing is quite as it seems. — Update Frequency: Every last day of each month.

In a universe where seven planets revolve under the iron-fisted rule of the Human empire, Wynn, a rat-like boy is born into the bleak backwater planet of Zerith, caught in the web of fate’s cruel design. A boy with ghostly white hair and skin, Wynn was never meant to have a destiny of his own. But fate, it seems, has a different plan. When ????, a ????? from ????, is mysteriously pulled into the world of Wings Of Dawn, a novel she discovered by chance, she finds herself transmigrated into the body of?????. Her initial frustration of being trapped in a foreign world quickly turns into cold calculation. Using her knowledge of the novel, ??? intends to survive by manipulating the world around her, seeking out artifacts and allies—especially Arthur von Scit, the arrogant protagonist destined for greatness.

In The Heart of Humanity, the story revolves around the Blue Ocean team led by Shinkage and the Bloodline of the Crimson family, exploring the complex conflict of beliefs and choices. If the ultimate goals are the same, but the beliefs are different, how will the characters choose? There are only two options: either adopt the other’s beliefs or stay true to their own.

Yuuna is just an average girl in this post-apocalyptic world, when one day an unexpected threat brings her hometown to ruin. As she leaves everything behind and sets out on a journey for her loved ones, the girl learns the secrets of her world, but also of her own origin and fate. Lucky enough to be taken in by a secret organization, Yuuna becomes a shadow that rids humanity of internal corruption caused by the demonic entities ruling over the lands. Will she succeed in purging the other-worldly evil?

In a world where the power of Celestara flows like a secret river beneath the surface, a young swordsman named Ardyn dreams of becoming more than just a simple adventurer. When he unexpectedly unlocks a rare connection to the ancient force, his life is thrust into chaos. Guided by Kallin, a mysterious and fiery wanderer, Ardyn begins to learn the ways of the blade and the untapped energy within him. But destiny waits for no one. Their journey takes a tragic turn when the two are hunted by shadowy soldiers seeking to control the Celestara for their own dark purposes. In the ultimate sacrifice, Kallin unleashes his final blaze to protect Ardyn, passing on his legendary techniques and the burden of a world teetering on the edge of destruction. Fueled by grief, determination, and the flame of his mentor’s legacy, Ardyn must confront ruthless enemies, unravel the truth about the Celestara, and rise to become the warrior he was destined to be. With the weight of the past and the fire of his future burning within him, he sets out on an epic journey that will test the limits of his power—and his heart. In this tale of loss, triumph, and the unyielding spirit of a hero, the flame is not just a weapon—it’s a promise that will never die. Will Ardyn be able to forge his path in the ashes of Kallin’s sacrifice? Or will the growing darkness snuff out his light before it can truly shine?

In a fantastical realm where interdimensional entities converge, Art emerges as the formidable leader of a mysterious organization. His fate takes a captivating twist when he secures a coveted curse from the God of Chaos, altering the course of his journey and unraveling unforeseen consequences across the diverse tapestry of his world. [warning: some deaths are gruesome and detailed. drug use. murder. cannibalism. swearing.]

Nova City, Earth - 2,150 A.D Ryne, an athletic teenager with a penchant for parkour, is trying his best to survive in a world that does nothing but punish him. Haunted by the sudden death of his mother six years prior, Ryne’s father forced him and his sister to move to the neglected and financially disadvantaged district known only as ‘Fracture’. Within this unforgiving environment, Ryne endures physical abuse from his father and psychological torment from his peers. All the while fiercely protecting his vulnerable younger sister. Just as hope fades, Ryne’s life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Brad and his group, kindred spirits who share his passion for parkour. As their friendship deepens, Ryne finds a sense of family among his fellow inhabitants of Fracture. However, a mysterious voice whispered in Ryne’s ears. [The apocalypse is imminent, one month remains.] With time running out, he must hold on to hope in the face of despair. As the countdown to annihilation unfolds, the mysterious voice sets various tasks for Ryne. When the time ticks down to zero, people across the globe manifest bizarre and extraordinary abilities while the rest of humanity transforms into grotesque and monstrous creatures. Ryne must confront his inner demons and make a choice—cling to the flickering ember of hope or succumb to the overwhelming despair surrounding him—all the while navigating a landscape plagued by mutant beings. ----------------------------------------------------- Author's Note: As you may know, I'm also the author of My Undeath, a reincarnation novel set in a fantasy world. It wasn't my best work, but I loved writing the story. I put a lot more time and effort into Fractured Horizon, and ironed out the details over the course of a year before writing and publishing it here. If you liked My Undeath, this novel has almost ten times more planning put into it before release. ----------------------------------------------------- Schedule: 7-15 chapters per week Chapter Length 1,000-2,000 words Disclaimers: 1. The 'Earth' in this world is not as we know it to be. Applying common sense is pointless. 2. There are not any planned harems. 3. Increasing powers/strength in this novel will feel similar to cultivation, but this is not a cultivation novel. 4. These creatures aren't zombies as you know them and will not be called such by the characters, but that's all I will say here. -------------------------------------------- Themes: fantasy, science fiction, zombie-like mutated creatures, adventure, dark, horror, survival. -------------------------------------------- Inspiration: Resident Evil definitely inspired the world. Growing up, I played the Resident Evil games and watched the movies. All of The Walking Dead never entertained me because it was mostly drama and hardly any tension. 28 Days/Weeks later, Resident Evil, World War Z, Army of the Dead, Train to Busan, All of us are Dead, Z Nation, etc. are all cemented in my brain as thrilling pieces of zombie fiction. -------------------------------------------- Support the Author: Please use coins/stones/golden tickets, or review my novel!

Zero Shift follows the story of Josuke, a powerful hybrid born from a devil and an elf, as he navigates a world divided by ancient rivalries and dark secrets. Together with Unit Zero, an elite squad of young warriors, Josuke battles dangerous foes, uncovers hidden truths about his lineage, and confronts a sinister conspiracy led by the Elders to maintain their grip on power. As Josuke struggles to master his chaotic abilities and balance his dual heritage, he faces betrayal, loss, and the ultimate challenge of becoming a symbol of hope in a universe on the brink of collapse.