Grimgar: Ashes And Illusions

Following the two environmental cataclysms the world is mostly unhabitable. The remaining powers in the world have banded together to try and find a way to save humanity before the third cataclysm which will result in the end of the Earth. This story follows a few joys growing up in this world as they slowly discover the truth about themselves and the truth of the word they live in, all while trying to save humanity from multiple dangers before it’s too late.

Love, Betrayal, Blood, but not Hatred. Only cold revenge, and a son to complete the family. "D" Section, a nonexistent military unit. "D" for dark, "D" for depth, "D"... for death. It demanded no attachment, and Daemon sacrificed love for it. Years later, the death of his teammates made him feel that he had done enough for the country, so he came back to the city he grew in. But can what has been forsaken be gained back? Because now Evelyn, the one to have breathed vitality in his numb, orphaned heart, had her own life, and a little boy calling her mother. Also, while he left his life full of dead bodies behind, did that life really let him go? From the ashes, will it love or... ? _ _ _ Two lovers who still love each other even with scars left behind by past events. They narrowly miss a chance to meet again and rekindle the lost spark, with him left with an empty heart, and her with her pain renewed, only buried because of the sun of her life, her son, their son… that he knew nothing about. They each continue with their own life in their own way. Their paths even almost become parallel to each other, almost taking the opposite direction with new commitments. But fate be damned, even if it now seems to push them toward each other. From the ashes, their love shall blaze anew. Or maybe not. Find the answer yourself. ___ First draft of characters image on my discord, a channel for fans to get together: https://discord.com/invite/C86EJvCJdd Comment and review, don't forget.

In a world transformed by the rise of new civilizations, Rashid Amari Amari, the son of a dethroned emir, embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim his legacy. Born into slavery after the violent overthrow of his father, Rashid faces betrayal, political schemes, and relentless enemies, including the usurper Mansa Musa. From the depths of despair to the heights of power, Rashid navigates Oracle City's turbulent political landscape to become its president. This epic tale of survival and ambition explores themes of struggle, power, and justice, as one man rises to rewrite his destiny.

His expression was noxious, that bought me to my knees. It was turbulent, so was difficult to see anything through them. But I saw. I saw. Him. Maybe it was too late but I saw.

A normal boy moves into his dad's childhood town with his dad. What can go wrong?

In the realms above, supernatural beings of unfathomable magnificence exist, far beyond mortal comprehension. These divinities wield unimaginable power, capable of obliterating worlds with a mere breath. However, what unfolds when these gods meet their demise? Set in a remote corner of the vast universe, long after the apocalyptic Thousand Millennium War of the Heavenly Beasts and Deities, this tale delves into a forgotten world. Here, the ashes of fallen gods descend upon an insignificant pebble, adrift amidst the cosmic tapestry of space and time. Their impact alters the life of a proud young man, who embraces the abrupt changes thrust upon his world. Refusing to yield to the clutches of fate and karma, he dares to defy the heavens themselves. Will he triumph over an insurmountable destiny, or succumb to fate like gods of unimaginable might did before him? The dreams of a deceased deity and the fate of a dying world hang precariously, hinged upon the future of this young man. He treads upon an endless bridge, forged from the corpses of the fallen. Unlock this epic saga of death, sorrow, war, blood, love, vengeance, and triumph with your own eyes. *** You can also reach out to: Discord:https://discord.com/invite/QQ3vybav Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=9xjl0tq1cs3e&utm_content=qx5nrdu

Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage unfolds in a world where ancient magic and advanced technology coexist, shaping a fragile peace amid ruins of once-great empires. The last known continent, home to diverse kingdoms and mysterious ruins, is teeming with powerful magical creatures and relics of a forgotten age. New technologies—born of both arcane knowledge and scientific innovation—are being rapidly developed, yet remnants of the past linger, casting long shadows over the present. At the heart of this world are two kings, Caelan Althar and Dorian Valen, once childhood friends who now find themselves at odds. Their bond shattered over the discovery of an ancient artifact known as the Golden Cage, a relic tied to long-lost powers. The artifact holds the potential to change the world, but its true nature is veiled in mystery, and neither king fully understands the consequences of using it. Years earlier, Caelan and Dorian, along with their companions, formed a club at an elite academy where they explored ancient ruins and uncovered relics infused with magic. They encountered mythical creatures—elemental beings, monsters, and guardians that once roamed freely. But now, as rulers, Caelan hesitates to use the Golden Cage, knowing that its power could bring disaster. Dorian, in a desperate attempt to save his kingdom from ruin, betrays his former friend and takes the artifact for himself. Unbeknownst to both kings, powerful forces—both magical and technological—are at work, manipulating their actions toward a catastrophic end. As war seems inevitable, the ancient world’s secrets begin to unravel, threatening to release forces that neither man can control. Kings Covenant: The Ashes of the Golden Cage is a tale of betrayal, ambition, and the unbreakable bond between friendship and power. It explores the allure of ancient magic, the dangers of rediscovered technologies, and the creatures that still roam the world—an epic journey through a land on the brink of rediscovering its greatest mysteries.

He comes from the banished underworld, following the law of survival of the weak and the strong.He is a seeker of truth, a sorcerer who walks the edge of sanity and madness.When myths are ended and order is no more, power is the only rule of the world.Not all dark places need light.

"If the world stands in my way, if people threaten me or those who are dear to me, then I shall become the true darkness, the fear in their hearts that haunts them forever!" Lee Gaon was a professional gamer until one day she was framed as a cheater by a big gaming company and betrayed by those she held dear. Now she is known as Death Eater, a powerful dark entity in the game system world, slicing her enemies in half if they dare mess with her. Her path is now filled with blood and adventure as she desperately tries to find all who were dragged with her into this world—those who destroyed her life. She has only one goal now... "Revenge!" Content Warning: This work contains scenes of gore, violence, and strong language. Reader discretion is advised.

Edward and Samantha want to turn their deep love into marriage without being aware of some hidden truth which lies in the past. They arrange dinner on Christmas Eve to meet each other's families and declare about their marriage, the situation becomes darker when Edward and Samantha Know the secret which causes them to part from their devoted love.

For years, he knew only stillness. Confined to a body that refused to move, unable to speak or act, his world was reduced to the smallest of motions—a blink, a breath. He had lived on the fringes of existence, watching life pass him by while his dreams withered, unreachable. On modern-day Earth, his broken body had long sentenced him to a life of quiet despair. Then the world changed. When the heavens split and the Cultivation Assist System descended, the rules of reality were rewritten. The Awakening brought power, opportunity, and a spark of hope to every corner of the world. For him, it brought a miracle: the chance to heal. The system mended the broken shell that had confined him for so long, restoring his strength and granting him the body he had always longed for. For the first time in years, he stood, felt the earth beneath his feet, and believed he could rise alongside the world’s new era. But even miracles have limits. While others rushed into the grand Pagodas—the centers of knowledge and cultivation where the strongest paths began—he was denied entry. Barred from the heart of the Awakening, he was forced to endure its trials on the outskirts. Every step forward came harder for him than it did for others. He clawed and fought for scraps of the opportunities others seemed to have handed to them. But he did not stop. Through sheer determination, he began to ascend. Slowly but surely, he carved out his place in the new world, defying the odds and the whispers of those who doubted him. He could see the life he had dreamed of—freedom, power, and the chance to soar—just within reach. But the world was not as kind as he believed. Just as he reached for the heights he had fought so hard to claim, betrayal struck. The knife that ended his life came not from an enemy, but from someone he thought loved him. The warmth of trust turned to the cold sting of death, and in his final moments, as the darkness took him, he wondered how he could have been so blind. But death was not the end. When he awakens again, in a new life and body, the memories of his first remain vivid and sharp. The struggles, the triumphs, and the bitter sting of betrayal—they burn within him, forging a determination that will not be silenced. The Cultivation Assist System is still there, but the rules of his second life are different, and the world he returns to is even more dangerous than before. Ashes to Apex follows the journey of a young man who rose from nothing, fought against impossible odds, and was struck down before he could truly soar. It is a tale of rebirth, ambition, and the unyielding drive to rise beyond the limits of fate. As the embers of his first life ignite a new flame, one question remains: How far can he rise before the ashes of his past threaten to consume him once more?

To the world Lucas was the perfect CEO. He led the family company to become the biggest in the country. He also had the most beautiful woman for a lover and with gorgeous looks that would make anyone fall for him, he had it all. However, it all came crashing down one day when he got that letter. A letter that made him question his very existence. A letter that unhinged him.

Stepping onto the path of immortality, the journey is fraught with peril, storms raging at every turn. Countless times, death came knocking—teetering on the edge of despair, on the brink of annihilation. Every step forward is marked by blood and fire, yet the resolve remains unshaken: to stand upright, without shame to the heavens, without guilt before the earth. And one day, when the moment comes, I will rise with the wind, soaring to the nine heavens, parting the clouds with a wave of my hand, gazing down upon the vast sea of life below

Marcel Aelric had everything he ever wanted: a loving family, a brilliant career as a chemical engineer, and fame as a dominant MMA champion. But the night his home was consumed by an unnatural inferno, his perfect world was reduced to ash. His wife and children were taken from him, leaving only questions and a burning rage in their place. As Marcel searches for answers, he uncovers a harrowing truth: the fire was no accident. It was the first strike of a larger calamity—a rift in reality that has unleashed monstrous entities upon the world. His research, once a beacon of hope, may hold the key to understanding the invasion, but it has also made him a target. If you’d like to support me further and be part of this journey, please consider joining my fan club on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/Augustus_Ceasar. Your support means the world and helps bring this story to life!

In a world where cultivation is the key to survival, Yumen Ji struggles to find her place in a sect that values power above all else. But what seemed to be a long and arduous path toward mastering Qi soon turns into something much more complicated when a hidden system awakens within her, offering her a dangerous yet tempting power. As her body and mind reach their limits, Yumen must decide whether to trust this new force, which grants her control over illusions capable of altering reality, or risk it all in pursuit of becoming the most powerful cultivator the world has ever seen [I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com]

On a boundless and vast continent, countless nations rise and fall, weaving a tapestry where culture and power intertwine in a dance of prosperity and conflict. From the untamed lands of the north to the bustling harbors of the west, the solemn kingdoms of the heartlands, and the enigmatic empires of distant realms, this land teems with both opportunity and peril. Beneath the endless struggle for dominion, ancient beliefs clash with burgeoning ambition, and the clash of iron and the pursuit of glory etch eternal scars upon this earth. In the tide of destiny, kings, dukes, heroes, and envoys are drawn together, their fates entwined. The lands scorched by war are not only marked by ruin but also by the defiant cries of those who fight to reclaim their homes and uphold their ideals. As the wheels of fate turn, secrets buried deep within history will decide the future of this continent. Whether it will be consumed by fire or endure will depend on the swords in their hands and the unyielding resolve within their hearts.

"In a world of shadows and betrayal, 22-year-old orphan Bella Smith's life crumbles when she discovers her boyfriend entangled in an affair with her cousin, Grace. Broken and vulnerable, a reckless night spirals out of control, ending in her kidnapping and sale to Russia's merciless underworld. Thrust into a life of danger, Bella is forced to assume the role of Vladimir Ivanov's deceased daughter-a role that binds her in a deadly marriage to Alessandro De Luca, a cold and enigmatic mafia boss. In this perilous new reality, fear battles with forbidden desire as Bella is drawn to the man whose power and darkness threaten to consume her. As deadly secrets unravel, Bella must navigate a world where trust is a luxury and survival is a game of life and death. Her growing passion for Alessandro ignites a fire she cannot control, but will it become her salvation or her ultimate downfall? Caught between her own demons and the ruthless world around her, Bella must decide: will she rise above the shadows, or be consumed by the darkness within?"

Exiled from the revered and cloistered Spiritual Sage Realm, he is summoned back for a harrowing mission that could imperil humanity itself.

in a world where there are powerful people with unique Technics called drill with transformations called locks and a boy named hakishi has to fight for life.hakishi's life is turned into a nightmare his family is slaughtered then his master who trained him died then he tried to bring him back to life but it went wrong now he is in a perfect team called FRB:full reck of blood. to tried and help him to defeat all d villans and his old master

Neva and Rhett, the two youths have their heart strings attached in love. Interfering their peaceful life circumstances unfolds scattering blades in their romance. Ishmael, with a heart of spikes, he looks to mend the wound, searching and failing for his Neva separated from him. Rays of love and joy filtering through clouds of horror in the world, Neva before him once more. The twisted fate entangling them, reveals the game of sphere as misery burns their soul. Concealed life beyond turning pages—one after another. The tale gathers: sin and virtue, tragedy and fortune, strength and weakness, destruction and creation, love and hate. Illusion is where we live; in the Garden of Eden before the fall of man. Illusive is serenity; an evermore sanguine of love. Visionary of Eden in the new earth; sows hope deep in the soul. Delusory pleasure of the world; shall bring us burns in the ocean of fire. Illusive Eden is peace. Illusive Eden is tragedy. The fall of the man, even now bleeding red. The whisper whirls with the dawn of a man. He, who pretends to be the Hero. (The girl who promised to always be together, Forbids him to ever appear, Refusing to recognise him, She disregards all he ever had. Vowing to protect her, He's the terrifying truth she hopes rules lie. Tripping and ripping her, He's the living tragedy looming in on her life. He once was her Elayne, now her hiraeth; He's the villain pretending to be a Hero.)

After a battle that severely wounded Overlord Liang Tian, Ren Lu's dark influence lingers, manipulating events from the shadows. With the power of the 9th rank yokai, Heaven Defying Light, Ren Lu's soul defies death, and his resurrection will influence the fates of countless people. And so the true extent of his plan begins to reveal itself.

Eram Shibo, born into a loving family, faces an unforgiving path as his journey demands sacrifices of everything he holds dear. After a brutal abduction, Eram is thrust into a quest from which there is no return. Torn between duty and his humanity, he must confront the cost of his choices. Can he endure the trials ahead and achieve his destiny, or will the weight of his sacrifices lead to his downfall?

Rejected by her husband, she died horribly in the hospital. Rachel lost her infants to her husband’s schemes. Reborn and given a second chance, she wakes up in the body of a powerful woman. Raven Craslow, the famous fashion icon, sassy and sly. Using her new identity and power Rachel seeked revenge. She was clear in her head until Ragnar Craslow, her stepbrother, returned home. Unbeknownst to her that Raven had an affair with her ex-husband Lucas. Trapped between temptation and revenge, Raven has to mold both men to be her pawns of seduction.

In a world ravaged by a volcanic winter, survival is a game of power, and only the strongest endure. When volcanic ash blanketed the earth, humanity faced a grim fate—half of the population transformed into monstrous Ashborn, while the other half struggled to survive against the odds. Among the chaos, remnants of society banded together, creating fortified settlements, but the price of safety was steep. Leon Azul, a young man from Florida, has always been a survivor. With his family lost overseas and the world in ruins, he discovers an extraordinary ability to manipulate volcanic ash. Initially a spark of hope, his powers grow stronger after absorbing an Ashborn core, granting him access to fire essence and the ability to create weapons. With ash as his inexhaustible fuel, Leon sets out to protect his friends and carve a place for himself in this brutal new world. Joined by his loyal companions—Mason, Theo, and Nia—Leon embarks on a journey that takes them to Ashhaven, one of the last bastions of humanity. There, they uncover the intricate systems of power: the mysterious ranks of Ashborn, the essence-filled cores that enhance human abilities, and the elemental affinities that determine humanity’s future warriors. But Leon is no ordinary survivor. His affinity for combining elements is unprecedented—a Grade 4, the first in history. With the power to create unimaginable combinations, Leon becomes a figure of both awe and fear. As the group navigates the dangers of the Pegany Academy and the harsh realities of the military program, they find themselves thrust into battles with Ashborn and rival factions, fighting not just for survival but for dominance. With every step forward, Leon grows closer to uncovering the truth behind the Ashborn, the volcanic winter, and his unique abilities. But as his power grows, so does the burden of leadership—and the question of whether he’ll use his gifts to save the world or reshape it to his will. The Ashfall Prophecy is a thrilling saga of elemental powers, unbreakable bonds, and the unrelenting fight to rise above the ashes. In this post-apocalyptic world, strength is not just a tool—it’s the only way to survive.

Chiara LaGuardia, the youngest daughter of a powerful mafia family, has distanced herself from her family's dangerous world, building a life of independence in Manhattan. But when her brother is gravely injured in a mysterious car accident, she’s reluctantly pulled back into the family’s orbit. Alessandro Moretti, the feared underboss of the La Guardia empire, was orphaned at a young age and taken in by the mafia, dedicating his life to them ever since. Nothing had mattered more to him than the organization—until Chiara's return. Alessandro is tasked with protecting Chiara but their journey is fraught with tension, unspoken emotions, and buried secrets. As they navigate family crises and escalating threats, Chiara uncovers that there’s more to the accident than meets the eye—and more to Alessandro than his cold, commanding exterior. Caught between loyalty to her family and a longing for freedom, Chiara must confront her past and her growing feelings for Alessandro. Together, they’ll face betrayal, danger, and the shadows that bind them, only to discover that in their darkest moments, they may find the light they need in each other.

This story revolves around a girl named Lilly who has been betrayed by her family, her best friend and her fiancé, Rayan for many years now. Even after years, things have not turned better for Lilly who was kidnapped by a stranger, Aaron after her family was thrown out of their position by her grandfather. Aaron may be a good person in front of society, a gentleman, a billionaire but reality is far from what they say. In reality, Aaron comes from a family that indulges in both the business world and the mafia world. After years of suffering and dying for unknown reasons in one lifetime, Lilly was pulled back in time but this time she decided to use her past life memory and take revenge on people who did wrong to her for years. She decides to go back to college and take back what was rightfully hers. Will Lilly be successful in taking her revenge? and who is Aaron? why did he kidnap her? And most importantly who killed her?

The Creation... Where all Existence exist along with Non-Existence as interconnection to Existence, providing a aspects for such lead to maintain the balance of The Creation. A Existence contains everything that we had been see: A Galaxy, Universe, a theory of Multiverse, and so beyond. Thus all undiscovered truth still remain mystery, even infinite celestials bodies are just mere-aspect of it. All celestial entities even a God don't know what truth beneath the Existence. A used of system made by human to traveling the cosmos but to find the truth of it but they only found nothing, clueless, yet they gone... With a strange phenomenon making human race fall into abyss, they gave up... Not until a guy born with a curiosity about the truth of The Creation, he'd read so many books that were actually a journey of a people whose traveled the cosmos, creating a hint for human to regain their strongest era. And the guy named Jonathan, standing tall in front of a strange yet massive ancient doors, along with a unknown symbols within the curve of the doors, filled with immense power that cannot be calculated or measure it. Jonathan realize there's puzzle to open this door and reveal something within the door, and so Jonathan goes venture to find the missing symbols, in his adventures he met Mary Carter, a young woman with a obsession of books that contains a information about the Cosmos, soon enough they become a friend, a partner for their own yet same goal. Along with a hint that in one of Mary's book, now they know where they needed to go; Indonesia, specifically Candi Borobudur where there's a book filled with a information that let the user capable to transcends a dimensional. That is one of requirements to find a puzzle of the Ancient Doors, and so they goes venture to Indonesia... But is their journey gonna goes smoothly? Or they get involved into something dangerous? Who's knows, but we'll see it soon...