Affliction Crows

A world plunged into chaos. The sun never shines with full brightness, and shadows lurk. Crows and vultures feast on the corpses as the few survivors fight for their lives. The kingdoms of humans, elves, and dwarves, allied for decades, are forced to coexist with monstrous magical beasts… and the most terrifying of all: the nightmares, commonly known as demons. For over thirty years of endless war, ten emperors managed to unite the races to face the demonic threat and the dragons, creatures of incalculable power. But the peace that followed was fleeting. The ten empires flourished, but the emperors' thirst for power became unbearable. The Sun Emperor, the most powerful of them all, ruled with wisdom, but his growing power awakened the envy of the others. The remaining nine, seeking their own supremacy, made a pact with the demons and unleashed a new war. In their desperation for more power, they sought to seal themselves, trusting that the chaos they would unleash in the future could be even more devastating. Only the Sun Emperor could stop them, but his decision was a difficult one: let the demon army ravage the continent or seal the nine, facing the eternal dilemma of whether to trust the future or not. In the end, he chose to seal them, hoping that future generations would have the strength to confront the demons' awakening… but nightmares always find a way to escape.

In a world steeped in darkness and ancient magic, Cyrus Nightshade is a child of prophecy, born with powers that even the most seasoned wizards fear. Trained by the secretive and deadly Crow’s End guild, he is a weapon forged in shadow, destined for a path of ruthless power. But when he is sent on a mission to the prestigious Ebonspire Academy, Cyrus finds himself torn between the life he was forced into and a destiny he never chose. In a place where secrets are currency and power comes at a cost, Cyrus must navigate dangerous alliances, hidden truths, and the haunting memory of a lost connection. Will he succumb to the darkness within, or will he forge a new path in a world that demands loyalty to the shadows?

Dive back in time, to the depths of the desert, and watch the old stories unfold before your eyes. A story of treasure hunting, betrayal, and destiny. When a gruesome future is all you see, how can you change it? When you're foretold to fail, how should you move on? Zarqa, the girl who saw beyond time, sought to find answers. -------------------------- Legend says that Zarqa had sharp eyes that could look far away in the distance. But what if that wasn’t the end of it, what if her eyes were seeing far beyond not only space, but time? What if Zarqa was blessed with a prophecy, one that could save her dying village from destruction? Just as they thought they had no way to survive, Zarqa learns of a way to protect her village from demolition. Naturally, no one believed her, for no one but the Almighty could see beyond the present. They forgot the Almighty offers knowledge to those whom he deems of worth. And Zarqa was one of them. Having to trudge an arduous path and go through a great adventure, Zarqa seeks to find the solution to all of their problems, a treasure said to have the power to change all. Pitted against magical traps and the mysteries of the deserts, she finds unexpected company in Ali Baba, the poor kid with the sticky fingers, and his crow Morjana... -------------------------- This is my first original long story here and is also a WSA 2024 Entry. I ask that you give it a try and hope you enjoy it :D Also, note that English is not my first language... And it's not my second either. -----------------------Media------------------------- This book has many openings, check them out: [General opening of the book: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yVxnu5R3vws] [Baghdad Arc's opening: https://youtu.be/GwJIJ2Kn0FI] [Two Heavens Arc's opening: https://youtu.be/NO1C0ngBVjg] [Ending: https://youtu.be/1wQ_aJVFhx0] -----------------------Updates-------------------------- Updated weekly, 2 chapters on weekends. Please don't let the first paragraphs fool you. This isn't a story from the first person's POV.

In the kingdom of Elarion, shadows are not just reflections of form—they are the tether between a soul and the Etherflow, the source of all magic. Without shadows, a person is considered untethered, unnatural, and dangerous. This belief has led to the persecution of the Hollowborn—children born without shadows. Branded as cursed, they are often shunned or abandoned, leaving most to live in secrecy. But when an ancient darkness begins to stir—known only as the Shade King—the Hollowborn are revealed to be the key to an old prophecy: “Only those untethered by shadow may walk where light does not reign.” This marks the beginning of a race against time to prevent the Shade King’s awakening and the spread of his consuming black fog, which devours entire lands and erases all memory of what once was. In the forgotten kingdom of Elarion, where magic once flowed as freely as the rivers, a strange affliction begins to spread: children are being born without shadows. These "Hollowborn," as they are called, are feared by their own families and whispered to be cursed harbingers of a coming darkness. When 17-year-old Leora, a Hollowborn who has hidden her lack of a shadow for years, witnesses her village swallowed whole by a pitch-black fog, she learns the truth—the Hollowborn are not the cause of the darkness, but its only defense. The fog is the work of the Shade King, an ancient entity imprisoned beneath the earth who now seeks to break free and consume the world. With a band of unlikely allies—a rogue scholar who speaks to spirits, a disgraced knight seeking redemption, and a Hollowborn boy who can steal light—Leora embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the origins of the Shade King and awaken the long-lost magic of the Shadowbinders. But as the darkness creeps closer, Leora begins to question: if the Hollowborn are the key to saving Elarion, why do the shadows themselves whisper her name? **** the first few chapters would mostly be an intro, sort of.

A young boy was living peacefully. Although he was poor and alone, he was happy with what he had. Until one day, a girl came into his lonely life, making it worth living. However, this also didn't last long when the girl he considered his only family in the world got afflicted with a mysterious illness! In the end, he sold his parent's house, the last memory he had of them, hoping to save his Lil Sis. He was even willing to live in the slums if he could save her and, for the first time in his life, stop this tragedy from happening! But fate yet played another trick on him when a greedy shop owner sold him fake medicine and tricked all the money he got after selling his parents' house! After being pushed into the corner, he hated those treacherous people; he hated the unfair life, and he even hated Heaven itself! In the moment of hatred and helplessness, he holloed to the sky, "IF I HAVE THE POWER, I'LL STEAL FROM HEAVEN ITSELF, JUST LIKE HOW IT STEALS EVERYONE FROM ME!" However, this boy didn't know that this absurd wish would be granted one day by something called the system, and it would also force him to walk on the path of a THIEF! A path that was despised and loathed by Heaven itself! ______ Discord Server: https://discord.gg/hRdqxaVE

A recurring nightmare afflicted Khan's nights since the Second Impact. His dreams replayed the scenes of the crash of the Nak's spaceship, an alien race that the humans had defeated five hundred years ago. Khan's life had turned upside-down after the tragedy. His mother had died during the incident, and the Nak's toxic mana had infected him. His father had managed to save him, but they ended up losing their home and name in the process. The nightmares wouldn't let Khan forget about the Nak, so he decided to join the Global Army and learn to wield mana. He had to put an end to those dreams, even if that meant hunting down that alien race through the stars. ------------------------------------- Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EoCNovels Instagram: eocnovels Discord link: https://discord.gg/fNsPwXMP7P Cover artist: https://digitalrowye.com/

(1v1, pur et doux) Résidence du Prince de Xiliang. Avec une énergie de tigre et à seulement 5 ans, le Petit Prince Xiao Moxi a vu sa mère repartir vers les champs, et son visage rond comme un petit pain s'est crispé de frustration. Regardant son père à côté de lui avec affliction, il se plaignit avec une air de sagesse mondaine, "Père, comment as-tu pu tomber amoureux de ma mère, qui aime toujours partir?" Xiao Yeyang jeta un coup d'œil oblique à son fils précocement mature, puis feignit de réfléchir à la question. En effet, pourquoi était-il tombé amoureux de cette femme? Après un long silence... "Qui sait? Peut-être que ma tête s'est coincée dans une porte!" Échangeant un regard de commisération mutuelle, le père et le fils poussèrent un soupir impuissant à l'unisson. Que faire quand vous êtes coincé avec une femme qui n'est jamais à la maison? Il n'y a qu'une chose à faire avec votre propre Princesse Consorte (mère) — la choyer, bien sûr! … Transportée dans l'antiquité avec un espace rempli de fleurs de riz, tout ce qu'elle voulait, c'était de vivre tranquillement sa vie dans les champs. Inattendu, avec un père qui était un magistrat de comté, elle fut forcée de quitter la campagne pour la ville! La vie en ville était animée d'activités, et pour avoir son mot à dire à la maison, elle acheta des domaines, cultiva des fleurs et des herbes médicinales, et développa des variétés de grains à haut rendement et de haute qualité. Remarquablement, elle aida son père, qui avait été magistrat de comté pendant neuf ans, à monter échelon par échelon, amenant la modeste famille Yan dans les cercles élites de Beijing! Ceci est l'histoire d'une fille noble issue d'une famille humble aidant son clan à prospérer et à s'épanouir, et une douce histoire d'amour de succès mutuel et de croissance commune! Le premier rôle masculin: Devant les autres, il est le Petit Prince orgueilleux, le Prince dominateur de Xiliang. Devant l'héroïne, il est un homme doux et tendre de cœur. Le premier rôle féminin: Claire dans toutes ses affaires, chaleureuse et autonome!

#Rated 18-Mature Themes Violet’s life was never her own—her father’s crushing debt made sure of that. But when the debt collector comes to carve a payment from her body, she takes a desperate deal: become a servant and spy on the mysterious and tyrannical Lord Cain, the ruler of her Werewolf district. There’s just one catch: Lord Cain permits only male servants in his house. Disguised as a boy, Violet cuts her hair, flattens her chest, and dons a voice-altering band to pull off the deception. Everything is going according to plan—until Cain, a man known for his cold and unwavering authority, starts to take a peculiar interest in her. Violet’s disguise becomes a prison of its own as she battles her own growing attraction to him. But this is no love story. Cain’s obsession to her is dangerous. Beneath cold allure lies a darkness Violet can’t ignore, a mind fractured by years of affliction by a curse. A curse made by Violet's biological mother: A powerful witch. ************* "TAKE IT OFF!" Violet’s knees nearly buckled at the thunderous command, her chest tightening with panic. The raw anger in Cain’s voice was as sharp as a blade. "My lord! I-I’m a man!" she stammered, gripping her shirt tightly, her fingers trembling as they clung to the fabric. "I don't like other men!" she cried, a desperate plea in her voice since the second she took her shirt off and he discovered that she was a woman was the moment she died. Painfully. Cain’s glare was unyielding, his voice dropping into a growl. "Don’t insult me, You think I do. You kissed me!" Her breath hitched as he stepped closer, his presence suffocating. "If you don’t take it off," he said, his tone low and dangerous, "I’ll rip it off myself." Violet’s mind raced, panic threatening to overwhelm her. She couldn’t let him find out—he’d kill her. Painfully. Glancing away to avoid his gaze when she caught the undeniable bulge in his trousers. Heat flushed her face, her thoughts spinning in desperation at the only idea she could think of to make him back off. 'This has to work. It has to!'

"The situation has turned dire," he said. "Hasn't it always been?" she replied. ... The world is undergoing rapid changes, and various species can participate in value games to gain supernatural intelligence. Li Changzhou, along with his sister and girlfriend, try hard to survive in this dangerous world.

A passionate researcher and lover of martial arts and combat sports finds himself reincarnated in a fantastical world of Martial Art. No longer shackled by the disease that afflicted his body on Earth, he decided to dedicate his body, heart, mind and soul to becoming a Martial Artist. What happens when a man of Earth meets an unearthly world? What happens when science meets fantasy? Follow Rui as he journeys through his Martial Path in a world of fantasies and tribulations. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Please support the novel with power stones, comments, reviews and gifts for more frequent updates. Even the tiniest bit of help does more for me than you can imagine. Join the novel Discord server: https://discord.com/invite/688uxZaAVF Art by: https://digitalrowye.com/

My first novel yaey (⁠ﾉ⁠◕⁠ヮ⁠◕⁠)⁠ﾉ⁠*⁠.⁠✧ ——— Furan Shi only wanted to be a cutie little princess. That's it. So when he died, nobody missed him. After his family and relatives, the next person to attend his funeral was his homeroom teacher and friends™, his murderer, and then a mysterious red-eyed crow. Said mysterious crow sucked his soul right out and offered him a better life than this. No, he still won't be a cutie princess, but he can be the next best thing after that. He was invited to transmigrate into different realities without any restrictions. It wasn't a Villain system, a Cannon fodder system... it doesn't belong to any category. Just experiencing the worlds should be enough to satisfy it. Furan Shi agreed with one condition. Filter: ‘Animal Characteristics’ System: Are you… sure about this? Furan Shi, pouting: Is that not possible..? System: … you're welcome to do as you like =͟͟͞͞(꒪ᗜ꒪‧̣̥̇) [Yes, this is a quick transmigration novel.] [Yes, this has bl, but the transmigrator would change genders in some worlds hence the gl tag please click away if you're not comfortable with this one.] [Yes, all cutesy cutie pie bc I have the big sad.] [Yes, the host is always a demihuman, more often than not part animal haha.] [No, the host isn't always an animal demihuman.] [And no, this isn't necessarily about furries. Eh, but I'm open to negotiations.. ╮(. ❛ ᴗ ❛.)╭] I do apologize in advance if this is not your cup of tea. I'm trying my best to make this as light-themed and fast-paced as possible for people like me who just wanted to relax, aka not much brain games... not much face slapping.. ehe..

Futuran. Sebuah universitas ternama di Indonesia. Namun, bukan ternama karena prestasi, melainkan karena mahasiswanya adalah berandalan-berandalan kelas atas. Adalah Rainer Dzulfiqar, pesilat muda dari perguruan 'Naga Harimau' yang ingin mengasah kekuatannya di kampus itu dan ingin menjadi yang terkuat. Akan tetapi, seseorang berjulukan 'One Hit' membayang-bayangi Rainer. Disebut One Hit karena orang itu mampu merobohkan lawan hanya dengan sekali pukulan atau tendangan. Bagaimanakah selanjutnya? Mampukah Rainer menggapai tujuannya? Inspirasi dan sedikit Adaptasi: Kengan Ashura, Baki Hanma, Crows Zero

In the depths of Tobaballe, Nin Urtuan is working as hard as he can to rise up. But with so much competition, it seems like only luck will get you a better life. One day, in a seemingly unfortunate turn of events where he runs into the voluptuous and mysterious Spire-Lord, Iishar Ho. Taking Nin with her, she shows him a secret within the Crown, a means to get ahead. The path of least resistance is so enamouring.  Setting out for the shores of the Molten Sea, at the base of the holy Anvil-Peak Mountain, Nin loses himself in the wonder of it. Behind his back, another deal unfolds, luck not for him, but for those high above in the Crown. A slaver of an unknown, spine-quilled race shoots him unconscious. The slaver loads him up, ready to ship Nin and so many others off to Jherikra.  A land of towering mountains, emerald winds, arcane beauty and monstrous horror! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- No rewrites going on right now. (Multi-PoV, 1st Person) For reference: (If a chapter is marked with a ---- before Base, Incline or Peak, it means it is being edited throughout the day.)

[Action/Science Fantasy/Battle Academy] Updating daily through Arc 1 One hundred years ago, being diagnosed with the "affliction" was the kiss of death. Whether by mutation or firing squad, Linnaeans lived notoriously tragic lives. The few that lived suffered from irreversible mutations. These creatures, few as they were, inspired legends of werewolves, mermaids, and sirens. Then came the treatments for the Linnaean affliction. The discovery of temporary gene repression meant that the development of mutations could be slowed and managed. This created an "unholy" new race that shared the DNA of both humans and animals. Feared and hated by the outside world, they created a stronghold to develop their medicines and amass their power. Today, Linnaeans from all over the continent live in the City of Mendel and train under the renowned Professor Corax, a brilliant and eccentric geneticist. Just before her eighteenth birthday, Ember is diagnosed with the affliction. Suddenly, instead of moving into her dorms and studying with the brightest in the country, she is whisked off to the City of Mendel by government officials who are as scared of her as she is of them. As she contends with a new city and her own treatment, she'll also have to face the tension of the half-baked treaty between the Linnaean people and the outside world. There's no doubt - life won't be easy in a city where the population is able to harness the abilities (and instincts) of animals. ----------------------------------------------------- Also available on Royal Road, Scribblehub, and Spacebattles Forum. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/hekate37

(TW: Implied Cannibalism) In society, the most basic unit is Family. It is the place where children are born and taught about the world around them, where they pick up the fundamental values that which becomes ingredients for when they grow up as adults. Yet, for those who had been snuffed out the luxury of this, those whom are born and raised in a nest of crows...how can a fledging dove escape? For such snow, there could only be so much red.

*** Humanity had come far but humans were further ahead, wielding power and strength. People with the strength to crush mountains with their bare hands and tear the sky asunder by just sighing. All this was made possible by Xeron crystals. In a world where emotional detachment intertwines with profound grief, Jack Dixon navigates life's hardships after the loss of both parents. Driven by a thirst for strength and control, Jack purchases a Xeron crystal in hopes of changing his fate. Yet an unforeseen and agonizing affliction threatens to extinguish his life. Facing imminent mortality, Jack embarks on a desperate journey against time. His quest takes a perilous turn as he delves into the dead realm his parents once navigated, seeking clues for vengeance while cautiously navigating the fringes of an interplanetary war. Amidst the looming specter of death, Jack's odyssey is fraught with uncertainty... and death. *** Death Rules Everything Around Me.

In the realm of Somnium, memories are chains that bind the mind, and dreams are nightmares that haunt the soul. The mysterious force known as "The Shackles" has consumed the world, enslaving millions. Hope dwindles as the afflicted succumb to madness. Amidst this despair, a select few known as Dream Keepers possess a rare immunity. Born with an innate resistance to The Shackles, they are humanity's last beacon. Will THIS BE HOPE OR ANOTHER DREAM

Ethan is reincarnated into an alternate fantasy world dominated by women. It begins with being violated by his young maid, mollycoddled by an overprotective mother, and forced to lay with a soldier elf. To make matters worse, Ethan discovers he is afflicted by the most perverse demonic curse. It is possible our MC is tied up in an ancient, mythological tug-of-war between biblical gods. Teamed up with a tiny witch, and a gigantic warrior, Ethan explores the Woman's World and its countless possibilities. What else awaits him in a fantasy society where being a fertile male is a rarity? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please support with reviews, comments, golden tickets, and powerstones. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Due to her family's worsening financial situation and the need to pay off her late father's debts, Isabella Quinn was forced to agree to a marriage proposal offered by Juliana Brown, to marry her son, Hunter William Brown, who had disabilities including paralysis and impotence. At that time, she had a boyfriend, Joe Fernando. However, she convinced Joe that the marriage was only temporary and that one day they would be together again. But when the marriage took place, Isabella was shocked to discover that Hunter was not as afflicted as she had thought. This fact left her feeling trapped, confused, and lacking the courage to tell either Joe or Juliana. What did she find out? Was it something that could make her fall in love with Hunter? Or the opposite? And what about Joe, who remained loyal while waiting for her?

In a world teetering on the edge of destruction, one boy finds himself living the apocalypse over and over again. Reborn into his 12-year-old body for the fifth time, the protagonist possesses foresight of the devastation that will unravel the world—an onslaught of zombies, chaos, and humanity’s struggle to survive. Determined to rewrite the fate of his loved ones, he embarks on a mission to prepare his family for the horrors to come. But survival isn’t just about stocking supplies and training. It’s about power. On the day the apocalypse begins, he and his siblings awaken extraordinary abilities: healing, fire, ice, and psychic powers, making them humanity's last hope for survival. Alongside them is Crow, a mysterious and stoic ally who harbors secrets of his own. Unknown to the protagonist, Crow has been in love with him for three lifetimes, shackled by a villain system that dictated his every move in the past. Now free, Crow vows to protect him at any cost, wielding his mastery of lightning and metal to carve a path through the undead. As the undead swarm and society collapses, the protagonist must navigate the murky waters of survival, betrayal, and love. Will his knowledge of the future and his siblings' burgeoning powers be enough to save them, or will his actions unknowingly bring about the very destruction he’s trying to prevent? And when the truth about Crow’s past is revealed, will their fragile bond strengthen or shatter? Rising From The Ashes is a gripping tale of resilience, family, and second chances in the face of an unforgiving apocalypse. Amid the ruins of the old world, bonds are forged, secrets are unveiled, and the spark of hope ignites a fight for a new beginning.

3 Crows find out what life is like 00351, 00359, and 00009 have spent their lives fighting for survival in the Facility, a cold, calculated prison where people like them—those with extraordinary powers—are forced to battle one another for the amusement and experiments of their captors. Teleportation, telekinesis, ice manipulation—each ability a weapon, each fight a reminder of the bonds they’ve had to break just to stay alive. But when an unexpected opportunity arises, the three seize their chance to escape. Beyond the Facility’s walls lies a freedom they’ve only dared to dream of, but their powers—and the scars left by their captivity—make blending into the outside world almost impossible. Worse, the Facility isn’t about to let their prized subjects go without a fight. As they navigate a world that sees them as both weapons and threats, the trio struggles to stay one step ahead of their pursuers while protecting others like them who remain trapped inside. Old wounds, fractured trust, and the weight of their shared past threaten to pull them apart just when they need each other most. Picture is not mine found it on Pinterest

Rebellion has hit the great nation of Corvus, a rebellion whose aim is to overthrown the monarchy. Raven, leader of the CNAF's (Corvus National Air Force) most elite team, NESTS, is tasked to help stop the rebellion, only to met the man who change her entire life.

"What is his name?" An ancestor asked. "Augustus Devati Felix." His father answered. Augustus was staring at the prompt in front of him. [Star Conqueror system binding...] [Celestrial System binding...…] [Binding to host.....] [10%….35%...68%...80%...100%] [System successfully binded] [Celestrial System [Personal Details] [Quests] [Rewards] [Inventory] [Shop] [Tutorial Beginning] [Personal Details] [Name: Augustus Devati Felix Age: 1Day old Gender: Male Cultivation realm: Occupation: Prince Affliction: Moonlight Kingdom Area conquered: - Population: - ] [Main Quest. Quest details. - Becomes the richest individual in the Kingdom in 10 years. - Conquer a city or a marquisate or a dukedom from one of your neighbors in 10 years. Rewards: A Silver grade army formation and training manual. -Conquer a kingdom alone in 15 years. -Become the crown prince in 15 years. Rewards: A Gold grade army formation and training manual. - Become the army Marshal general in 20 years. -Become the King of the Moonlight Kingdom in 20 years. Rewards: A legendary grade army formation and training manual. Failing a single quest will result in death] [Rewards. Congratulations on binding successfully. Rewarded with A mystic grade starters pack. ] [Inventory [Starters pack] -A mystic grace cultivation technique; Imperial Monach Cultivation technique. -A legendary grade sword technique. -A silver ranked growth type battle armor and sword. -A war game to enjoy with Friends and system. -A bronze ranker formation and training manual. ] [Shop Can not be opened right now. Complete the first two quests.] A reincarnated Phd holder born in the era of Great wars. He is born a prince and his birth is celebrated by the universe but the strange thing is people don’t know he is special except for a few. He was born with the Celestial Emperor’s star as his chosen. He is born as the fifth prince of the Moonlight Kingdom. Follow along his journey to the great games of the Star Wars.

In a kingdom outside from medieval era, ravaged by a deadly plague, a gifted healer uses his refined skills to treat the afflicted. Tragically...

Warning!!! Mature Audience Only! This a plot focused story, with some smut if it's needed for the char arc. Mc have ability to control people body, but have no power over their mind and heart. This is not like other control novel, were mc will just make everyone fall for him with his power. What you can expect from the book : Plot Mystery Crime Organization Building Character progression Three dimensional character _____________________________________________________________ Malacai is a result of an experiment. His parents created him from an embryo in the lab, their goal being to create a superhuman. At first, Malacai showed promise. He was the one with the attractive appearance and potential, but as he grew to five years old, his parents realized his growth was stagnant. After waiting one more year without results, they kicked him out just like the other failures. They put him in an orphanage. Malacai hated his parents because of this; he swore REVENGE!!! Time passed, and he turned seventeen. His life was almost hell now. He was bullied every day. The reason? It was because he was very handsome, but his body was so frail. If others could sprint ten laps, then one lap was enough to make him feel tired; 2 laps and he would collapse. Then, one day, he gets beaten up very badly. As he lay down, feeling his life was leaving him, a black crow landed in front of him. "Do you want to live??? If you want, I could make a deal with you." "Accept this contract, and while you live in this mortal world, you will live unlike any other human. A different time, a different existence, the power of GOD will isolate you." "Make your choice. Once you choose, there is no turning back!" And without hesitation, Malacai agreed. With that, he gained the power of PROVIDENCE! His power allowed him to control other people!!! _______________________________________________________________________

The Cursed and Blessed follows Sekai, a young, bronze-ranked adventurer bearing the blessing of Nature’s Bond, which grants him control over plants and the ability to communicate with animals. Set in a world where divine blessings and godly curses are woven into the lives of many, the story unravels the fates of those both gifted and cursed by the gods, forcing them to walk a razor’s edge between power and peril. Sekai leads a band of unlikely heroes known as "The Cursed, the Forgotten, and the Rejects" individuals bound by shared misfortunes and mysterious abilities. His party includes Sekigan, a blood manipulator cursed with insatiable bloodlust; Mei, a half-dragon with shifting elemental powers; Asuka, a warrior haunted by a curse that keeps her closer to death than life; and a handful of other adventurers with their own dangerous blessings and afflictions. Together, they brave deadly dungeons, unpredictable allies, and powerful enemies, each encounter revealing more of the gods’ cryptic motives and the high cost of divine favor. But as Sekai’s party faces monsters, mercenaries, and the darkness hidden in their own hearts, they also uncover a deeper conspiracy one that threatens not only their own survival but the very balance between gods and mortals. In a world ruled by blessings and curses, Sekai and his party must fight for a future where their fates are theirs to shape…if they can survive long enough to seize it.

Alex Crowe, the boy who lost everything and cursed with the powers of undeath now seeks vengeance, and he has taken it. Will he find the light strong enough to repair his soul? or will he lose himself to the darkness of his hatred. His path will be paved with those who sought to control or remove his existence. With his back against the wall, the fearsome killer must fight with all his strength, skill and power if he is to forge his own fate.

Emony's been a proud and powerful werewolf all his life, the vicious and paranoid caretaker of his favorite companion, Tiphaine, a lamia forced to carry a legendary curse that turns to stone all that gaze into her eyes... Which is why he was not amused when his other supposed friend, the witch Lenah, turned him into a mermaid. One with a golden tail, a magically squeaky voice and all the wrong kinds of feminine features. When a teleportation mishap then lands Emony and Tiphaine into the medieval village of Coldbarrow, desperate to free themselves of their afflictions, the two are forced to form uneasy alliances, playing both sides in a conflict between besieged, frightened villagers and an undead monarch hell-bent on raising an army to reunite with the queen he lost so many years ago. Their quest to locate the king's lost love leads them across the kingdom steeped in mystery and danger, but as truths emerge, revelations from the past start to unveil a heart-breaking choice that could break the two's curses or seal their doom forever. Author's note: I'll be putting up a chapter or two here every week. To everyone blessed with the gift of impatience, you can find the full story here: https://www.amazon.com/Tails-Curses-Kings-Justin-Poli%C4%8Dar/dp/961071899X

In the blistering June when the searing sun hangs high in the sky, the life of high school lad Ning Hai is thrown into disarray by a mysterious mobile phone. After picking up the device, he astonishingly receives a text message that addresses him by name, declaring that he has been chosen for a survival script. Before he can even respond, Ning Hai loses consciousness. Upon waking once more, he finds himself in an unfamiliar Japanese bedroom. The enigmatic mobile phone makes its reappearance and directs him to head to school. Here, Ning Hai comes across Aoba Suzukaze who has also been embroiled in this incident. Nevertheless, the mysterious "Red-Eye Disease" is spreading across the city. Those afflicted have vividly red eyes and exhibit intense aggression. As soon as Ning Hai engages with the "mother" of this world, he experiences the madness of Red-Eye Disease. How will the superpower-endowed youth Ning Hai unlock the secrets of the survival script and counter the threat of Red-Eye Disease in this world teeming with the unknown? An exhilarating adventure awaits for you to commence together and explore this mysterious and thrilling realm.