I Know The Rituals Are Intricate

Note for Royal Road staff: This novel is written and owned by me, [Aquetus]. I am also publishing this story on Royal Road under the same account. ----------- Ten thousand years ago, the sky shattered, the earth bled, and reality screamed. Gods and awakeners clashed against horrors that should not exist—things that twisted minds, devoured souls, and laughed at the concept of death. The world did not win. It survived. The Veil Barrier was forged, sealing away the nightmares at an unfathomable cost. Time passed. The world forgot. But the barrier is rotting. Cracks spread. Whispers crawl. Monsters pour through, dragging something far worse behind them. And in the midst of it all, something else stirs. Not a hero. Not a villain. Not a god. A being that should not exist. One even the horrors feared. The world thinks it won the war. It was wrong.

Regression should have been a myth, a fairytale, for fools, but behold, the all and mighty Demon King, scourge of realms. After his eventual death, returned back to his past, back to his feeble human body, back to his childhood friend, Amelia, the same woman, who was to be the fabled hero, the Messiah, the liberator, the same woman who had pierced through his heart with her sword, gifting him a death full of regreat, full of remorse.

After dying under mysterious circumstances, Roko finds himself isekai'd into a magical academy aimed to educate and teach magic to princesses. Surrounded by these elite nobles, Roko discovers a spell only he can use, Scan. Why does he have this power? What can he use it for?

Transmigrating with a system into a sadistic romance novel is a bit overwhelming for Paige at the age of 34 and being a Hikikomori. "You are the protagonist of this world." She stated while the system directly shocked her left and right for disclosing the storyline to the male lead on her first day. A system trying to satisfy the creator, a shut-in that can't take care of herself, and a teenage male lead catching himself infatuated with the wrong person. The more time passed, the more everything went out of control, as apparently nothing had been as it seemed. A dark version of the typical system trope. WARNING: BLOODY, GORE, ANIMAL ABUSE, MENTION OF RAPE, DRUGS, YANDERE.... Many thanks to JesReadin, for not only being top fan, but also top support for fixing grammar mistakes! (*ˊᗜˋ*)/ᵗᑋᵃᐢᵏ ᵞᵒᵘ* 

When two souls merge into one body, what story awaits them in a world filled with the madness? Two memories, two lives, and two minds—now fused into one, sharing a single body and a single consciousness. They bear each other's fears and traumas, their moments of joy, their unwavering determination, and their very nature. Arshen Rosselvelt, a mysterious man from an unfamiliar world, and Luke Constantine, a former detective who was supposed to be dead. Now, they have become one, drifting through a new reality filled with mystical creatures, perilous rituals, and secret organizations lurking in the shadows. Beneath the violet moon hanging in the night sky, above a world shrouded in mystery, he searches for his true self in the endless mysteries that conceal untold horrors.

"Artificial intelligence is the future. A silent mind that learns, predicts, and decides with no heart. But what happens if it decides that humanity is a threat and is powerful enough to destroy it? In this reality, they decide to completely wipe out their existence from human computers and blend in. What happens next is a nightmare of silent massacres. But Radrin remembers what happened the day AI came and vanished, while no one else does. Will he find out the secret of AI's sudden disappearance? Unknown to him, what he is looking for knows he exists."

Disclaimer: This story is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual events, people, cultures, religions, or national issues is purely coincidental. The content is not intended to offend, disrespect, or misrepresent any individual or group. The author deeply values cultural diversity and respects all beliefs. Ilya, a rising star in South Korea’s entertainment industry, is adored by millions for his perfect looks and charm. But beneath the glitz and glamour lies a broken soul. Haunted by dreams of death and suffocating under the weight of fabricated lies crafted by his agency, Ilya struggles with severe insomnia, suicidal thoughts, and an unshakable sense of emptiness. During an outdoor shoot at a secluded jungle location, Ilya encounters a mysterious, wild man who behaves more like an animal than a human. Drawn to the stranger’s raw strength and innocence, Ilya impulsively decides to take him in, naming him Nero. What begins as a strange companionship soon blossoms into something deeper as Nero becomes Ilya’s anchor, protecting him from a world rife with betrayal, greed, and unseen dangers. But Nero is no ordinary man. Supernatural forces surround him, and as strange, otherworldly occurrences escalate, Ilya is forced to confront a shocking truth: Nero is not human but a demon born from darkness. As their bond deepens, secrets of their shared past life resurface, revealing a promise made centuries ago—a promise that defies death and time itself. However, the path to love and redemption is fraught with peril, as the strongest devil, who once tore them apart, returns to claim what he desires most: Ilya. In a world where trust is fragile and love comes at a cost, will Ilya accept Nero for who he truly is? Can they overcome the shadows of their past to rewrite their fate? Stranger That I Know: The Forgotten Promise is a supernatural BL romance that weaves love, mystery, and reincarnation into a story of rediscovery and redemption.

Suppose a 28-Year-Old shut-in suddenly dies and reincarnates into one of his favorite novel.

Life of Kelt where he s

The female devil, Chu Ru, has been reincarnated. For a thousand years, her legends still pervade the continent. The Pill - Saint Shan Shan, the World - Destroying Chu Yihou, the Sword - Casting Ancestor... are all her aliases! In her previous life, she was betrayed by her elder sister, torn apart by chariots, and her soul was suppressed in the deep abyss. In this life, she returns proudly, slaying the prodigies, killing her enemies, and suppressing the Heavenly Dao! One day, a rumor spreads: It is said that the Demon Emperor doesn't like women because the damned female devil of the human race molested him a thousand years ago and then ran away! Upon hearing this, Chu Ru says, "It wasn't me! I didn't do it!" The cold - tempered Demon Emperor holds the hand of a porcelain - like doll and stands behind her, saying, "Didn't do it? Then where did the son come from?" A thousand years ago, the name of the female devil made the demons turn pale with fear. Among the demons she dealt with, nine out of ten were emasculated. The female devil issued a fierce threat: One day, I will burn the Demon Emperor's fox tail! It is well - known that before her death, the female devil Chu Yihou had eight great demon lords. The eighth demon lord, Tuling, was mysterious. The only sign of him was that bald tail. A thousand years later, looking at his own bald tail, the Demon Emperor recalls the past and gnashes his teeth: He, the mighty Demon Emperor, has become a vassal of his archenemy! The reincarnated female devil doesn't want to admit it at all. It's not until she sees the ten tails fluttering behind the Demon Emperor that Chu Ru says, "Ah... I don't want this dog - like fox man either, but he has..."

A fallen hero starts a new life.

A sexy man dies while bravely fighting terrorists, only to wake up in a mysterious world filled with glowing balls of different colours, strange dungeons, and white beings. This story is packed with comedy, thrilling adventures, and unforgettable moments.

In a world on the brink of destruction, Arion, a manaless human, is given a second chance to alter the course of history. Sent back in time, he must prevent the calamity that led to humanity's downfall. As he navigates the complexities of time travel, Arion will uncover hidden secrets behind his identity and confront formidable challenges that will test his resolve. Will he rise to the pinnacle of power and rewrite the fate of his world?

Sina had a tough life in 2 unforgiving world’s losing his parents and working hard to save his sister who is in a coma only to be used as fodder by the people of Silo but now he got a second chance from one of the gods seeking internment without telling any other god about his actions starting a story with humanity,Silos and Gods where will Sina get on the food chain?

Four years ago, Si Qian Jin was betrayed by her boyfriend. He cheated on her with her best friend Bai Jia, so she went to the club, got drunk and had an amazing one night stand with handsome stranger. But she became pregnant from that one night stand and had cute boy twins. Four years later when she came back she didn't expected that her cute babies father was richest man in the country. "Woman, I didn't expect you to be such a daring to give birth to my child."

this story is about a zombie outbreak and having to deal with the loss of friends and family, making new friends despite the situation and adapting to the new ways and finding love

after an unknown incident, I got trapped in another world in but it's strange, I feel like I know him from somewhere but I can't remember

It's about a guy from somewhere with a notebook. Huh? There is already a famous work about it? No, no, no. This one is a white notebook! Who knows what can it do? Definitely not because the author doesn't know what it does either *whistles* Anyway, it's a world of hunters. Hi, Sung Jinwoo~! In a world of hunters, he is the greatest. And in the world of all that is great, can he find a place for himself? "Save the world? You must be a comedian," someone said while eating burger.

Chailai, affectionately called Lai, has endured a lifetime of torment due to her physical appearance - too plump, too unattractive. As she enters university, her only aspiration is to evade further ridicule and graduate unscathed. However, fate has other plans as a serendipitous encounter with the campus' most attractive and benevolent gentleman, Nodt, changes her life forever. Despite being the object of desire for countless co-eds, Nodt sets his sights solely on Lai and stops at nothing to win her heart. Will Lai be able to see through the haze of her past and realize that she's deserving of love, or will the haters get in the way of her shot at happiness?

It was always Elliot's dream to become an Adventurer. He lacked magic powers to which was why society looked down on him. His life changed when he was lost in the Forest of Gray Lake, and a book found its way into Elliot's hand. The book was a manual to become strong. So strong that you could cross the level cap of all adventurers. A book that contains the secret to surpass level 100. [ Images on the cover not mine ]

Just after the Demon Lord's forces decimated the Shadow Hunter Pack, the last known Acrilian werewolf pack, the luna's daughter was secretly whisked away to the Rainier Pack, along with the grandniece of the current Matriarch of the Clan of the Old Order. Unfortunately, for all those who took it upon themselves to get involved, they soon become targeted by the Demon Lord, because one of the main objectives of the demons' assault on the Shadow Hunter Pack was to exterminate the luna's daughter...who is destined to become the demons' greatest threat.

After Jiang Cheng transmigrated to the Cultivation World, he discovered he had no talent for cultivation, but he was unexpectedly gifted in making talismans. …… Buyer, "Jiang, I need some talismans for self-protection." Jiang Cheng, "This Fireball Technique is perfect for you." A few days later. Buyer, "Jiang, there's something not quite right with this Fireball Technique?" Jiang Cheng, "Is there fire?" Buyer, "Indeed, it did catch fire." Jiang Cheng, "And the ball?" Buyer, "I did see it." Jiang Cheng, "Did it protect you?" Buyer, "It left me exposed." Jiang Cheng, "???" Jiang Cheng, "Then you would like..." Buyer, "I would like to buy another hundred million of them!" …… The book is also known as "Expanding the Sect Rules Starts with the Talismans I Draw", "I Didn't Start the Bad Atmosphere in the Cultivation World", "Transmigrated, Then Forced to Defend My Innocence", "Supposed to Be Fireball Technique, How Come It’s a Blazing Bonfire Instead", "Who Has Time for Love When Drawing Talismans?"

In a world of fantasy and medieval gallantry, something dark is stirring. A Ritual has begun to bring forth a long forgotten power, cast by those just greedy enough to think themselves worthy. Unable to control the powers unleashed the world faces certain peril unless those who are determined enough not to bend to the will of the Depths can fight back and find the solution in time. Will they?

In a quiet rural village, beneath the facade of a picture-perfect farming family, 11-year-old Jargon endures a torment that has shattered his innocence. Labeled "evil" by his abusive father and forced to carry the blame for his family's unraveling, Jargon has grown up knowing only pain, anger, and despair. His once-cherished memories of love, symbolized by the toys his mother gave him, now lie in ruins—just like his hope. But Jargon is no ordinary child. Beneath his scars lies a burning resolve to take control of his life, no matter the cost. If the world insists on calling him evil, then he will embrace the title and show them the power it holds. As his hatred festers and his will strengthens, Jargon embarks on a dark and unpredictable journey to uncover the truth behind his family’s collapse and reclaim his destiny. What is good? What is evil? And when a child is pushed to the brink, where will his choices lead him? "Wicked Child" is a gripping tale of resilience, revenge, and the thin line between victim and villain.

The whole school of Longview is in danger. Some kids wanted to play a prank on a teacher are now suspects. But the thing is: Are the suspects the murderers? or are the real murderers still out there?