Abyssal Manga

Requiem of the Abyss & The Dawn’s Call Two fates, intertwined by destiny. One rises from the abyss, the other shines as the world’s last hope. Elias Vael, a boy from a quiet village, steps into the grand stage of the world, unaware of the storm brewing within him. He seeks strength, purpose, and the truth behind the shadow looming over his soul. But some paths lead only to darkness, and the deeper he walks, the more he questions—will he control his power, or will it consume him? Lucian Astorius, the guiding light in an era of chaos. A warrior burdened by the legacy of his past life, he wields his strength not for conquest, but for salvation. As empires fall and gods remain silent, he alone stands as the shield between oblivion and hope. But can one man defy fate itself? The abyss calls, the dawn rises, and the world awaits its reckoning. When the time comes, will they stand together, or will the tides of fate pull them apart? The battle for existence has begun.

Ryojin Kurohane, a warrior- in the mortal realm who draws power from the Nexus Abyss- an ethereal convergence point where the four realms(mortal, demon, spirit and god) overlap-is betrayed by his friend. And the Celestial Order cast him into the Nexus Abyss, an eternal void where even gods fear to tread. Instead of perishing, he adapts, absorbing the Abyss. He then breaks free, returning to a world that has long forgotten him. But he is no longer the same. He is now something beyond gods, beyond mortals-a force of judgment.

The seasoned player of "Abyss of Stars," the [Starfall Master] Li Zi, brings a system template and travels to the game's world, arriving in the era of the game's beta version. This is the worst of times. The cosmic forces and conglomerates collude, causing the doors to the universe to be closed, the planet's resources to be exhausted, and even sunlight to be monopolized. This is also the best of times. All the extraordinary systems are just beginning. In this era, he is the only [Starfall Master] with the final version patch. While people are enthralled by the smoke of plasma guns and cannons, Li Zi has already torn apart battleships with gravity. While superhumans are smug about their awakened abilities, moonlight has already become Li Zi's servant. While the interstellar fleet crosses the Milky Way, Li Zi has just ignited the forty-second star, illuminating the entire universe. "People have been trapped on the ground for too long; they've forgotten that this starry sky should belong to all of us." —Facing the unspeakable aboriginal evil gods, Li Zi, holding a black hole, gently said.

In a world consumed by war and darkness, Kael, a battle-worn warrior, fights for survival—until a devastating encounter with a ruthless warlord changes everything. Left broken but alive, he awakens in the heart of a kingdom teetering on the brink of destruction. When an ancient Light Fragment chooses him as its vessel, Kael is thrust into a battle far greater than any war he has fought before. The Abyss Void, an unstoppable force led by five formidable leaders, seeks to shatter the last remnants of light and plunge the world into eternal night. But Kael is no chosen hero. He is a man of blood and steel, forced to navigate the chaos of destiny while struggling to control the overwhelming power within him. With his loyal friend Hong Sun, the enigmatic warrior Liza, and a kingdom full of secrets, Kael embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind the Light—and himself. But the deeper he goes, the more he realizes... this war is far from ordinary. As shadows rise and betrayals lurk in the light, Kael must decide: Will he become the savior this world needs—or will he be the one to break it? A story of war, power, and the relentless struggle against fate—Never-Ending Light is an action-packed epic for fans of dark fantasy, intense battles, and gripping twists.

A promise. A fruit born from the sacrifice of his own lightbringers, was the one and only thing that stood between him and a fate that he knew not. But as it is, what a cruel turn life may have at times. A mockery that burns deep within the recesses of one's soul... ... But as accursed as this may be, this could turn out to be the greatest strength. Therefore, one and all, I welcome you. Witness a new creation, a burning ray of light birthed from "cruelty and darkness". Might have some corrections here and there for more coherence but I do hope you enjoy.

Tanver Raye has everything—wealth, status, and a family name that commands respect. Yet, beneath the surface, something has always felt… off. No matter how hard he works, how flawlessly he upholds his family’s honor, there’s an emptiness he can’t explain. Then, one evening, a stranger arrives at the estate. A single moment unravels everything he believed to be true. A name. A truth. A past long buried. Now, faced with a reality he never saw coming, Tanver must confront the shadows lurking in his own mind. Because some bonds are built on lies, and some destinies were never meant to be his. And in the end, who is he really, if not the son of House Raye?

"Born of Dragons, yet cursed by the Abyss—a king of two dooms." ---- Ryuk Knull was nothing—just another powerless human in a world ruled by Titans, Vampires, and Fallen Angels. Until the Knulls came and took the only family he had left. On the brink of death, he awakened the Draconic Pets Evolution System—a power that doesn’t just tame beasts but binds them to his very soul. With it, mere monsters become apex predators. And Ryuk? He is their master. But power alone is not enough. He is a fusion of the most hated and the most divine—A being that should not exist. The abyss whispers. The dragons call. And when he rises—none will be spared. This is the Tale of the Abyssbourne Draconis! ========== Join the Discord for character arts and talk with the author: https://discord.gg/gTkMp93wxW

Entry for the WSA 2025 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- One moment, Seiito was living an ordinary life. The next, he appeared in a world he didn’t recognize. A land of magic, monsters, and ancient ruins that seem to whisper his name. Guided by fleeting dreams and shadowed by unseen forces, Seiito sets out in search of answers. But in this world, nothing is as it seems. Fate is a labyrinth, and every step forward may only lead him deeper into the unknown. If he wants to survive, he’ll need to uncover the truth—before it consumes him. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I hope you, dear readers, enjoy this story, Please give me some feedback; I appreciate it. Much Love~ LeFattyBoi

The abyss invades, leading to the digitization of the world. This isn't a game, but a confrontation between the world and the abyss. Losing means losing our homes, and the defeat of human civilization means its end. There are no winners...at least there never have been before. Lu Heng once again stands at the starting point of the abyss' arrival, resolutely picking up the crystal core, embarking on a path strewn with blood and thorns... The abyss battlefield countdown begins: 3 hours... [Battlefield mode: Desert Escape Killing] [Main Quest: Survive three days] [Awakened initial talent 'Divine Evolution', breaking the skill level limits and elevating skills to a higher form.] The abyss invades various celestial civilizations, with cyber civilization, dark iron dwarf civilization, elves civilization... appearing in turn.

One day, Su Qi suddenly discovers he has a peculiar ability: he can see Easter eggs hidden in the world around him. These aren’t just bits of extra information; by performing specific actions, he can unlock hidden rewards. While everyone else is fleeing in terror from a vengeful female ghost, Su Qi is already setting the table for a candlelit dinner, chatting amiably with her. [You acquire her husband's hat, a mysterious artifact that, when thrown, locks onto enemies and delivers a devastating mental shock.] When zombies overrun the streets, and survivors scramble for axes and kitchen knives, Su Qi confidently strides in, wielding a sound system in one hand and a heavy-duty machine gun in the other, casually clearing out the neighborhood. [No one can defeat me in my BGM.] This is the Abyss—the birthplace of despair and decay, where worlds crumble under fear and madness. This is also a paradise where countless seekers pursue the footsteps of gods. Myths of the past and epics of the future are written here in grand and tragic splendor. Until Su Qi shows up. With a mop soaked in the blood of a recently stunned god, Su Qi scrawls a few bold words onto the epic tale: "The Abyssal Garden: No Room for the Idle."

First Gift: Dynamic Vision → Bullet Time → Inherent Time Control - Acceleration → Inherent Time Control - Time Stop… Tao Yu reincarnated into a world being devoured by the Abyss and discovered that as long as he was willing to expend enough Yuan Force, he could infinitely enhance his skills. With the help of his special gift, Tao Yu gradually realized that the world fragments within this Abyss were somewhat different, containing parts of Earth’s remains, and even legends from Earth were buried within…

Having spent her childhood confined in chains, Alice was a child who knew neither love nor joy. Scorned by her family while being tortured in the name of the greater good for years, she grew numb to all feeling and thought. That is, until one day, a man in black offered her a chance to escape. There were once rumours widespread of an endless hell, a land of glorious death and dreadful opportunity. Fools went in search of it, and the clever never ventured into it. Only when its baleful mysteries spilled unto the earth did all hear its name — the Abyss. A single drop of its blood could give someone the power to control shadows, move faster than sound, or strength greater than the strongest man. Yet, it all came at a cost; the blood would always make sure those who consumed it became part of the Abyss, with one exception — Alice. Cast away by her own blood, it was her destiny to rot in a gilded cage. But, that fateful day changed everything. Gifted a second chance at life, a chance to turn her life around and claim vengeance against her family, a chance to dive deep into the Abyss and gain the power to govern her own fate, Alice took his hand, unaware of the destiny unfolding before her. Discord: https://discord.gg/vrdTSkj8Va Author Notes: This is my third book, going to take what I learned from before to improve. This book will be focusing on plot, action, depths of character bonds and overall a darker tone/take on this cruel fantasy world I've cooked up for this book! If you give this book a try, I hope you enjoy! A very different experience and tone to Nanomancer Reborn.

Betrayed. Hunted. Doomed to die. Xelorian Vaelcrest, the infamous young master of a powerful summoner family, was supposed to be the final boss—the villain fated to fall at the hands of the so-called hero. But when a modern-day office worker transmigrates into his body, everything changes. Waking up at the moment of his greatest betrayal, Xelorian finds himself gravely wounded, surrounded by enemies, and betrayed by his own fiancée, Selene Evernight—all because she fell in love with the "righteous" protagonist, Elyndor Solis. With his life hanging by a thread, a powerful system awakens within him: [Ding! Supreme Beast Lord System activated.] Now armed with limitless summoning potential, Xelorian can contract legendary beasts and forgotten monstrosities, far beyond what the world believes possible. The world expects him to fall. But this time, he won’t run. This time, he will rewrite fate. Key Features: ✔️ Villain Protagonist: Not a hero, but not a mindless villain either—Xelorian plays by his own rules. ✔️ Epic Beast Summoning System: "With the Abyssal Summoning System, Xelorian commands legendary beasts of darkness that defy the world's very laws!" ✔️ Elite Summoners Academy: Power struggles, rivalries, and revenge in the world’s top summoners' academy. ✔️ Elyndor may be the world's golden child, but Xelorian will shatter his perfect story. If you love high fantasy, thrilling battles, and a villain’s rise to power, step into the world of Summoner of the Abyss and witness a villain’s revenge like never before!

Betrayed by his sworn brothers. Condemned by the woman he loved. Cast into the Abyss as a traitor. Murong Chen, once the revered General of the Eastern Realm, falls victim to a web of deceit spun by those he trusted most. Left for dead at the edge of the cursed Abyss of Fallen Heroes, he is reborn in darkness, consumed by the whispers of vengeful spirits and the power of forgotten realms. From the ashes of betrayal, he rises—stronger, colder, and relentless. With shadow and flame coursing through his veins, Murong Chen vows to carve a path of retribution through the empire that forsook him. But vengeance has a cost, and the road to reclaim his honor is paved with blood, secrets, and a destiny far greater than war. In a world where loyalty is fragile and power reigns supreme, can a man forsaken by all become the harbinger of justice—or the harbinger of chaos? This is not the tale of a hero. This is the saga of vengeance.

In a world where strength rules, Cain Ashford is just another background character or so he believes. Enrolled in a prestigious academy for warriors and mages, he spends his days playing the role of a low-key side character while secretly fantasizing about running a shadowy faction… just for fun. But unbeknownst to him, his every word shapes reality. He is the reincarnation of the Abyssal Tyrant, a legendary overlord feared across history. His former subordinates, now elite students, teachers, and operatives, have recognized him and they’re determined to help him reclaim his throne. Meanwhile, an enemy from his past lurks within the academy, manipulating events to erase him before he regains his power. As Cain unknowingly outmaneuvers his foes, his legend begins to rise once more. Will he ever realize the truth, or will he continue playing the greatest role of his life while unknowingly reclaiming his destiny?

Leon Ashford was initially just a young man in his final year of college, living with a single mother and his younger sister. However, everything changed within a span of 15 days. The world plunged into chaos as a series of catastrophic disasters struck, starting with a massive earthquake that destroyed cities and triggered tsunamis, claiming countless lives. As the earth trembled, meteors fell from the sky, causing widespread devastation and killing millions. In just fourteen days, the human population was reduced by nearly 50%, leaving a fragile world behind. On the fifteenth day, a strange phenomenon occurred. Those who survived found themselves all falling asleep simultaneously, their bodies resting while their minds were trapped in a mysterious dream world known as The Abyss. In this ethereal realm, their consciousness was ensnared, unable to escape the confines of their own thoughts. Individuals trapped in this state were called Dreambound, their minds entangled in a false reality while their bodies lay unconscious in the real world. Only about 10% of the human population remained awake, struggling to comprehend this new reality. This is the story of Leon Ashford in his quest to save the Earth. He battles creatures from the supernatural realm, particularly The Echoes—undead beings who retain fragments and remnants of the experiences, memories, and personalities they once had while alive. This makes The Echoes unpredictable and extremely dangerous. In a race against time, he must restore hope and humanity in a world where nightmares have become reality, and survival often comes at a horrific price.

In a fractured Earth where mana twists the weak into monsters and the strong into gods, Kael Draven is neither—just a crippled orphan left to rot in the Dustward Slums. Abandoned by fate, his life is a cycle of pain and scorn until a brush with death awakens the Abyss System—a predatory force buried in his soul, whispering of devourment and dominion. It’s no gift; it’s a curse that hungers for blood, mana, and even the multiverse itself.Thrust into the abyss mines under the cruel gaze of Lady Seris, a tyrant with secrets as dark as her power, Kael discovers he’s a shard of something ancient—a sovereign cast down by cosmic betrayal. With every drop of mana he consumes, the system grows, granting him strength, sight, and a hunger that threatens to swallow his humanity. Allies emerge—Lyra, a fiery miner who sees his spark; Selene, a mysterious beauty tied to his past; and others drawn to his rising shadow. But so do enemies: gods, cultivators, and the Architect of Realms, a multiversal puppetmaster who claims Kael as its pawn.To survive, Kael must devour—to rise, he must conquer. From a broken boy to a sovereign of infinite realms, his journey is one of vengeance, love, and a battle against the abyss within. Will he save the multiverse, or devour it whole? In a thousand chapters of blood, passion, and power, the abyss stares back—and Kael stares harder.

Waking up in a shattered world where the sky bleeds red and the ground whispers forgotten names, he has no memories, no past—only the certainty that something is terribly wrong. The air is thick with the scent of decay, and in the distance, figures that should not exist twitch and convulse, waiting. Survival is not guaranteed. This place follows no laws but its own. The weak are devoured, the strong become prey to something worse. Here, to exist is to struggle against the inevitable. But when an ancient, half-broken throne calls his name, and a power unlike any other stirs beneath his skin, the truth becomes clear— This world has not forgotten him. It has been waiting. But so have they. And they do not intend to let him rise.

During a space expedition, Shohruh is swallowed by an unknown black hole and finds himself on the edge of parallel worlds, where the laws of time and space are distorted, and the universe is under the control of dark forces. Gaining the ability to control the black hole, he is drawn into a battle that will decide the fate of the cosmos. His main adversaries—Dark Matter and Dark Energy—seek to dominate and destroy all existence. Shohruh must find his path between light and darkness, struggle with his emotions for the Fox Girl, and fight to preserve his humanity.

1+ chapters per week c: ... For eighteen years, Valerie has lived in the deep abyss under a different name– Lienne, the Great Abyssal. As the story went, Lienne lived fighting and clawing her way up the ladder to crown herself the Great Abyssal. A formidable foe who did not know defeat, the mysterious monster dwelling beneath all of the other horrid creatures lurking in the dark. And so, Valerie lived that story. In her previous life, she died after reading a cliche third-rate harem, “The Shadow Prince Who is The Descendant of an Ancient Dragon Will Gather Four Sexy Maidens And Prove All of His Enemies Wrong!” as a joke. Never would she have imagined she’d end up living that garbage novel. Although unforeseen betrayal was what ultimately led her to a gruesome death, she longed to return for the people she loved. Rather, any other place was better than the hell that was the Abyss. After eighteen years of living a nightmare to please the God who sent her here, she finally came to the end of the novel in which she was destined to die. But things don’t turn out as planned. The hero doesn’t get a harem, he’s significantly taller and far from average-looking as described in the novel, he drags out the final fight… And why is he sort of her type??

The world is governed by the Seven Legendary Heroes, their authority absolute and unchallenged even by their own descendants. They manipulate the world and its people according to their whims. Jonan, son of one of these legendary heroes, discovers his affinity with crystals and mastery over flames, yet lacks skill with weapons, which brings shame upon his family. As he delves deeper into the dark secrets connecting the heroes' power to the rifts and an ancient evil lurking, waiting for the right time, Jonan must move forward with unwavering determination. PS:- I don't own the image on my cover. If the original owner sees this message, you can contact me.

A normal but unusual looking young man, with an intimidating face gets dragged by a coin to a tree, an extremely odd one at that. Getting over the shock, he finally finds himself stuck in a new, amazing magical world, where he could do all the things he had always dreamt of, but will he be able to get back home? And even if he could, would he want to?

As Ryan's eyes fluttered open, he was immediately bombarded by a flurry of blue screens that seemed to materialize out of thin air. The messages on the screens danced before his eyes, a dizzying array of congratulatory notices and system updates. Ryan's gaze focused on the screens, his mind slowly processing the information that had been presented to him. The messages were a jumbled mix of notifications, each one announcing a new development in Ryan's...whatever this was. Reincarnation? He wasn't quite aware of this himself, due to losing his memories and emotions, resulting in him losing his past identity. [Congratulations - host has acquired 35% of experience (exp) points.] [Congratulations - host has acquired 35% of experience (exp) points.] [Congratulations - host has acquired 35% of experience (exp) points.] [Congratulations - host's level has increased by 1.] [Congratulations - host has acquired 5 stat points.] [SSS-Ranked Talent - Sin Curse of Greed has taken effect, 500 bonus stat points have been acquired.] °°°°°°°°°° [System - An innate spiritual guardian that has merged with the host and assigns the host missions that work to unlock their hidden potential.] - A system is common in this world, they're even ranks that measures how powerful one's system is. [Destruction Dominion - A system that focuses on the host's destructive behavior. This system unlocks the user's destructive prowess whilst simultaneously training the host upmost to the requirements needed to wield that power.] °°°°°°°°° Additional tags: No NTR, Maid, Gods & Goddesses, A Villain with dignity, Yandere, Tsundere, Vampires, Non-Human Mc, Ruthless Mc, Tyrant Mc, No Rape, Masochist, Crazy Mc

Michel has lost his memories and is being hunted for reasons unknown. On his journey to escape, he explores unfamiliar lands and gradually uncovers the horrifying truth about his past

Junia: Arc, your brother is training dangerously, he is not just hurting himself but he is actively putting others life at risk tooooo..... Arcied: *pleading*.... I will stop his antics, please give me some time. Larrisa: Arc!!!!, your brother is being a bad influence on my people. please, stop his bullshxts before, I put his ass 6 feet under. Arcied: No!!!!! don't take such drastic steps, I will stop him. ....... Arceid: Azrael!!!! people are dying because of you. Does your stupid little gremlin brain, understand the word guilt? Azrael: They are dying because they are weak, it's not my fault. Arcied: You yourself are fighting creatures above your rank, do you have a death wish?? Azrael: I want to grow stronger through life and death situations. Azrael said, posing like a badass. [ He got his ass handed in previous battle:) ] Arcied: Just say your a masochist..... I will judge. Arceid, the strongest Astra — person who can harness cosmic energy, is plagued by his brother's disappearance...low and behold!!! The brother returns and he is as psychotic and mysterious as he was before. With a crimson mist changing life on a atomic level, interdimensional horrors lurking around. Can Arceid keep his sanity from his brother antics? With his brother's extreme affinity cosmic energy will he be a boon or curse for the last surviving bits of humanity?? Wait!!! there's more, a person has regressed after Earth's destined demise, they aren't your regular regressor. Their reason for regressing is not just to change the future, but something different, something innate...... _____________________________________ [NAME]: this indicates that chapter will be from the person's perspective, whose name will be in the bracket. […]: Used when the person's name is unknown. [***]: Used for chapters with third person perspective. Additional tags: multiple protagonist, horror, interstellar, doomsday, anti-hero protag, multiple power system, tragedy, slight sci-fi.... Disclaimer: I'm a new author/writer, So the starting chapters will be of relatively low quality, please endure it with me. I will change my writing style through the novel too. Another important message.... Enjoy the novel ;) [ Discontinued here: currently uploading on Royal Road.]

In a world where the line between dreams and reality is perilously thin, Kael, a young man from the remote village of Virel, discovers he has a unique gift: the ability to navigate the Dreamscape, a surreal and dangerous realm where the collective subconscious resides. The Dreamscape, once a place of wonder, has been corrupted by an ancient and malevolent force, spreading nightmares that drive the villagers to despair and death. When Kael’s younger sister, Lira, falls into a coma-like state, trapped in the Dreamscape’s clutches, he vows to save her. His journey takes him deep into the heart of the Dreamscape, where he encounters monstrous entities, cryptic deities, and the remnants of a cosmic war. Along the way, Kael uncovers dark secrets about his village, the Elders who rule it, and the cult of death worshippers who seem immune to the nightmares. As Kael delves deeper, he gains the attention of a many entities both malevolent and benevolent. With the help of his loyal friends, Layla and Rio, Kael must navigate a treacherous path filled with hardship, sacrifice, and the ever-present threat of madness. But the closer he gets to saving his sister, the more he realizes that the corruption of the Dreamscape is only the beginning. A greater threat looms, one that could unravel the fabric of reality itself.

In a cosmos where cognition materializes, a "astronaut" carrying suicidal memories plunges into tri-layered philosophical crucibles— {Void Cocoons} imprison stardust humanoids with fading memories, {Mirror Abyss} reflects deleted deathbed tears, {Final Sepulcher} exposes the cognitive incinerator of advanced civilizations. When quantumized Being and Nothingness backfires, when philosophical systems manifest as biomechanical organs in mercury vapors, this odyssey through crystal plains and inverted forests becomes a meta-experiment on "whether death is ultimate creation". Every creature embodies philosophical paradoxes, each breath redefines existence, while truth might just be glowing cognitive blocks in cosmic kindergarten.

The battlefield was silent. The embers of war had long since faded, leaving only scorched earth and broken bodies in their wake. In the heart of it all, a man stood with a blade buried deep in his chest, his dark heart impaled. His breath was shallow, his gaze distant, as if staring beyond the veil of this world. Kezess—once a ruler, once a tyrant, once a man who had brought nothing but ruin. Now, his story was over. Or so it should have been. Reborn in a fractured empire, Raizen Helios walks a path shaped by memories of a life long past. No longer the monster that once stood above all, he now fights for something beyond himself. His family, his people, the fleeting peace that could crumble at any moment. But the past is never truly buried. Whispers of old grudges, schemes woven in the shadows, and enemies waiting for the right moment to strike—history threatens to repeat itself. And when war comes again, when the abyss calls for another sacrifice, Raizen will have to decide. Will he fall once more? Or will he finally break free?

In the northern part of the world, a long-standing battle between various races and the demon race has finally reached its end. The Demon Lord, a figure with black hair, red eyes, rules from her obsidian palace, having repeatedly defeated the Goddess, the strongest being in the world. However, she refrains from killing her, knowing she will only be reborn to lead another attack. As the goddess kneels before her, badly injured and helpless, the sounds of explosions echo outside, signaling the imminent victory of the alliance. Despite her immense power, the demon lord acknowledges the demon's overall weakness compared to humans and the Alliance. The development of fighting energy and mana has allowed ordinary humans to fight demons, leading to the demon army's defeat. Aware of the Alliance's intent to enslave the abyssal demon, the Demon Lord decides to cast a forbidden spell that will cost her life. As the Alliance forces storm the palace, they hesitate upon sensing the spell's energy. The Demon Lord vows to resist and be reborn to save her people. Meanwhile, the goddess reflects on the demon lord's past treatment of her and acknowledges her respect and dedication to her people. As the demon lord prepares to cast the spell, the goddess asks if she can abandon her plan and live freely. However, demon lords are duty-bound to restore the demon race's glory and protect her people. Understanding the demon lord's resolve, the goddess readies her sword, intending to clash with the demo lord's forbidden spell. The resulting explosion creates a mushroom cloud, marking the end of the conflict and the start of a new era. The Demon Lord and the Goddess become historical figures, their stories occasionally told.

Growing up on the streets, Rhys' only instinct was survival—by any means necessary. But when the man who took him in disappears, his search leads him to Haloway, a metropolis plagued by a mysterious madness that turns humans into monsters known as Marauders. After a brutal attack, Rhys is dragged into The Abyss, a brutal hell where he must navigate its deadly trials, where only those who escape are marked as Revenants—beings forged in darkness and power. "The Abyss deprives you of everything, even death, no matter how much you yearn for it."