The Dead Man Who Wore Pajamas Summary

Nocturia - once a world full of life, fueled by rapid technological growth and a mystical power called “Arcana”. Now it has become a shadow of what it once was. It all started with the great war, and ended with a bomb. A bomb so powerful that it threw the entire world into disarray. This bomb—dubbed The Eclipse—was dropped on the once great Arcane Kingdom of Elynor. In the blink of an eye, the bomb disintegrated all life, land, and structures within a 100-kilometer radius. The shockwaves sent ripples of destruction across the planet, annihilating both Arcane cities and Modern cities that dare to stand in its way. And even then, the bomb wasn't done. As if to say one last “fuck you” to humanity, The Cataclysmic Event thrusted massive clouds of dust and radiation into the sky, triggering a nuclear winter which blanketed the planet. One by one, plant life slowly froze to death, followed by the animals, followed by the very air itself, which grew thicker and colder with each passing day, until even the last breath of warmth seemed a distant memory, trapped beneath a relentless sky of ash and ice. In the aftermath of the disaster, mankind’s last hope for survival lay in the city of Kaltara, a city which, through the war, had remarkably kept the harmony between the men who were blessed with Arcana, and the men who weren't. Through a barrier formed by harnessing the arcana stored within the “Mother Stone”, the city was protected from the freezing temperatures of the outside world. Within the walls of this sanctuary, the last remnants of humanity cling to survival, struggling to rebuild a broken world. Fifty years after the destruction of Elynor, Kaltara stands as the sole beacon of hope—a haven where all of mankind live in harmony, having settled their differences after the consequences of their previous conflict.But beneath this peaceful world, something dark stirs, a sinister secret that - when revealed, could tear apart the very foundation of society and push the last remains of humanity to war once again - and one particular organisation will stoop to no lengths to expose it. How will Martin Zalchev, a boy who was orphaned on his 15th birthday and who awakened his arcana on that day, navigate the world? As an authors note, this is my first novel. do with that information however you like.

In a world where dungeons are a common threat, the demand for those capable of clearing them has never been higher. Those who survive these dungeons and sign contracts to work for the government are known as infiltrators. Infiltrators are revered like idols, with the strongest among them at the top of the hierarchy. Even those who survive their first dungeon gain instant fame, their names whispered with awe and admiration. Xerxes, however, has always felt like an outsider in this world. But when he unexpectedly finds himself trapped in a dungeon, he defies the odds and emerges alive—becoming the leader of the only infiltrator team with a perfect 100% survival rate. Now, Xerxes must navigate the dangerous world of dungeon clearing, where survival isn’t guaranteed, and his newfound powers could either be a blessing—or a curse. ___ [The dungeons are inspired by real life books and occurrences.] [You can guess which book the dungeon is based on I leave a lot of hints out so someone might get it right] [cut open my right hand but will try to publish a chapter a day]

'What is my purpose?' He thought as he gazed at the carnage that surrounded him. With every step he takes countless perish, with every action countless mourn. Behind him legions so vast they cover the horizon and blot out the heavens. His soldiers, servants, friends, children. 'That's right.' He remembered with a tinge of melancholy, 'This is my purpose.' Author's note: High fantasy setting, with a heavy emphasis on action, army tactics, political schemes and world building. No harem and very little romance.

Every 10 years 15 students are chosen to play several deadly games for the amusement of vile, destructive and deadly forces. Failure to do so was situation worse than death, some were dismembered body part to part, some were eaten alive, or boiled or worse fried. No one has escaped the death game and to prevent the circle from repeating every 10 years the chosen students must complete 15 terrifying steps with malicious consequences and prices that either take you to the next step or kill you. Meanwhile Alexander a class nerd and a victim of several bullying got entangled in a bigger mess, being hated and despised wasn't enough he was publicly humiliated by half of his classmates. But fate has another plan for him hearing of the final gathering of the seniors of Sunshine international school he eagerly decided to join but it became his doom. Creatures beyond human comprehension, twisted and deformed appeared from the shadows and 15 students were taken forcefully. Those that were not chosen were brutally killed leaving the chosen ones to a fate worse than death.....

a collection of short horror and thiller stories

Using strange gem, man gets power to become giant.

As a kid, Grandma's stories were all about a lovesick maid and a prince, thwarted by a villain who never quit. But here I am, waking up in a princess gown that weighs a ton, with flaming red hair and eyes like bling-bling. Seriously, universe? Turns out, I'm Meredia Seraphine Valtoria, the forgettable princess of Dukedom Saltorra. The punchline? I'm already dead in this story, a ghostly cameo before it even starts! Thanks, fate. But no more Miss Nice Princess. Royalty? Nah. Impending doom? Not my scene. With the finesse of a startled squirrel, I'm hightailing it-from that pesky villain and this ridiculous plotline.

The end of all narratives. The beginning of all truths. Death and life intertwined, reality fractured, worlds forged anew. Alliances rise, beginnings take root, love clashes with hate, and freedom sparks revolution. Yet, to a mortal, all of this is nothing but fleeting whispers of a greater design. When the protagonist meets his end, his life does not fade; it transforms. He is brought into a new world, a place not entirely unfamiliar, yet veiled in echoes of something long forgotten. NOTE: This was written some time ago. The first volume will consist of approximately thirty-three chapters. After that, each subsequent volume will be around one hundred chapters, with a total of at least ten volumes planned. The story and plot will gain momentum after the first volume, and I intend to improve the overall quality once the initial volume is complete.

What is Life? And Why People who arent living loves to haunt living people. and why the haunted living people after dying loves to haunt other living people. Why is this cycle circling?

In a world ravaged by a viral outbreak decades ago. Katie's seemingly normal and sheltered life as the daughter of high ranking aristocrat all comes crashing down when the relentless undead destroys her home. After escaping, she's forced to join a group of raiders all the while hiding her true identity all the while fighting to learn and survive while resisting the forbidden attraction she feels for the groups leader follow her journey from a privileged rich and sheltered girl into a harnded survivor.

“Who is this man who is not afraid?” the cobra asked. “How is it he speaks our language with a man’s lips?” In long ago India, a toddler wanders off and is taken in by a family of wolves. Coached by a friendly bear, the “man-cub” has many adventures as he learns the ways of the jungle. But things begin to change when Mowgli becomes a young man. Now he feels a strange pull toward creatures of his own kind.

In a ravaged world where the dead walk and the living are just prey, one woman’s blood holds the power to tip the scales between salvation and annihilation. Immune to the zombie plague, she becomes the ultimate prize in a deadly hunt by an elite alien force, desperate to harness her DNA for a purpose that could reshape the fate of the entire planet. With every step, she faces not only the relentless undead but also the twisted games of a collapsing civilization. As enemies close in from all sides, the line between friend and foe blurs, and her every choice could mean life or extinction for humanity. Will she become the savior or the destroyer? In this pulse-pounding tale of survival, the apocalypse is just the beginning.

Pernikahan Theo dan Laura tidak berdasarkan cinta. Theo terpaksa menikahi wanita yang tidak ia cintai dan meninggalkan kekasihnya hanya karena urusan bisnis. Siapa yang akhirnya harus Theo pilih? Ia bahkan tidak pernah bisa melepaskan kekasihnya meskipun dirinya sudah menikah dengan wanita lain. "Apa kita saling mengerti? Apa kita saling memahami? Kau tahu, terkadang aku frustasi ketika tak bisa mendengar perasaanmu. Hey, pria sombong tak berperasaan, kumohon, jangan membuatku terus berharap. Jika memang kau mempunyai perasaan yang sama denganku, aku akan menunggumu disini meskipun aku tahu ada seseorang disana tengah menantimu dengan penuh kerinduan." Laura, yang dengan sabar menunggu sang pria membuka hatinya. Namun, Theo malah kembali membawa luka.

如此

Follow Ace and his friends uncovering a mysterious incident that happened in city’s laboratory about 2 Years ago. No one can remember anything about what happened. *The Story is pure Fiction. Names, Location do not have any correlation with the real life counterpart.* Story still on going...

The day everything changed began like every other Tuesday, I woke up, turned off my alarm, and took a bath, after drying myself I walked down into my kitchen and grabbed some breakfast, played my daily gacha games, went to work, and watched the sunset, only, something wasn't as it seemed. -- Yo RNG_jesus here, I am trying to do an original story as best as possible, so let me cook. I will also try to listen to any suggestions you guys have that could help improve the story. Updates - whenever I feel like it, get off my back, this is a hobby for fun. Confirmations and commonly asked questions: No harem, ain't writing that shit. I have no idea about romance as I don't know how to write it well enough.

Lin Xulian is a bubbly and talented girl. Having a martial arts master as a father and a doctor as her mother, she had both talents and excellent at that. He, the first prince of Gonglu country and heir to the throne, Feng Jun Yi was constantly chased by assassins whenever they had a chance. Saved by Xulian when he was almost at death's door, he promised her the position of the empress. Being naïve and pure, she thought he was inlove with her. But after five years, they never consumate their marriage. Her husband is cold, emotionless and workaholic. She lived in luxury but without love. The empress position is just a payment. It broke her. But a news spread in the entire empire. The empress is dead! Burned alive in her bedchamber! “What is this empty feeling? It hurt so much.” A tear slid down from the eye of the emperor “No! Lian'er!!” In the mountain in Gonglu country border, a woman mutter to herself “Finally, my freedom”

I died... Now I'm just walking around trying to find a life I never lived how long will I keep repeating this? I don't know how long it will take but I'll live the life I want.

Raj also known as David Lionheart, was a man who lived his life full of blood. A man who is known as the boss of the lion gang. Read and understand his story, a man who walked in the path of crimes and blood. ( there will be cuss words and deaths and mention of r18 stuff, so don't read if you can't handle such content and thank you)

Lucius, a sickly orphan, dies after the world was plunged into World War 3, and suddenly finds himself in the Middle Ages—summoned by the Heresy Cult as Lord Mors, the embodiment of death. In this Dark Age, humanity has not yet advanced in technology, but he soon discovers the strange and supernatural realities that were never recorded in history. Worst of all, as the new leader of the Heresy Cult, he must now become the enemy of the world and lead mankind out of the current era of chaos. This leads him down the path of atrocities and abominations… marking his grim existence as the Lord Of The Dead. Tags: Transmigration. Reincarnation. Historical Fantasy. Action. Adventure. Magic. Villain. WeaktoStrong. Overpowered. Romance. Dark. Superpowers. KingdomBuilding.

Cruel jurney of a man named William after his death at the hands of a young killer. He now finds himself in a strange world filled with great dangers and powerful entities called demigods and great desasters that rule the world along with human and non-human species. His goal is conquer this world and free this it from the influences of entities that defies logic and laws of the very existance because of his promice he made with the 'mysterious' one to grant him the absolute wish he truly desire. In this journey, he has to relay on his one skill 'The Pridictor' that grants him the ability to predict any type of pattern from attack pattern to what others are thinking while having to fight demigods and the whole world as enimy while still only being a normal human with some powerful companions. (Read and find out what happens in the story.)..

"Harta" , benda yang mengubah segalanya di dunia ini, bahkan dimensi manusia pun sudah berubah menjadi seperti dunia Fantasy. Indonesia Barat, negera yang berdiri setelah pecahnya Negara Indonesia di awal Perubahan Dimensi, dan terdiri dari 13 Sektor ternama. Disinilah kisah dimulai, ketika para Pahlawan bukanlah sesuatu pekerjaan yang benar, mereka melakukan apa yang salah dan hanya klise di mata masyarakat. Ini adalah Kisah seorang Penjahat untuk merubah Dunia ini.

Fang of the frost, Fang of the dead, leader of magistos, keeper of peace, mage of truth. All Names He Earned. When his previous life ended, He made a vow to a certain god: KEEP THEM SAFE. Now, his new life is dedicated to one and only one thing: Pursuit of peace, no matter the costs. And so, he got what he wanted. An opportunity to choose his fate, and to make sure others like him will stay protected. you can expect a smart MC, no Chinese bullshit, no harem, no condescending attitude. just a smart kid with the intention to survive and progress in strength as fast as possible.

As a struggling, broke, orphaned college student, Olivia Amorth needs every penny she can get. So when she finds a job as a grave cleaner and companion for the dead at the local cemetery that pays enough for a month’s rent in just one night, she jumps at the chance—along with her best friend, Mia. On their first night as grave cleaners, Olivia and her best friend Mia encounter a mysterious figure sitting atop a gravestone, looking at them hauntingly. As they delve into a realm of restless spirits, they must face dark forces that threaten the balance between the living and the dead, aided by the cursed Cain. Companion for the Dead is a chilling exploration of bravery, connection, and the search for one’s true identity in a supernatural world

Bronze WINNER of WPC#322: Male Lead: Zombie Invasion Takemi Kazuichi might very well be the luckiest and unluckiest person in the world. He was an orphan, and he was severely bullied in school. Because of that, he became a hikikomori, a shut-in. When he turned sixteen, he was adopted by a rich couple who loved him as if he was their own son. Unfortunately, they died in a plane crash, and Kazuichi never overcame his bad habits of being a shut-in, largely because of his preying relatives. Fast forward to four years later, Takemi Kazuichi still stayed in the house left by his late parents. He never bothered going to work or going out to socialize with people. For the lack of a better term, he was a rich hikikomori. He never even bothered to check the news or log in on any social media. All he did was live his life in solitude, devoid of any human interaction. One day, as he came out of the shower, he heard a strange thumping sound by the doorway. "That's weird, I didn't order any delivery today." He told himself before absent-mindedly opening the door. And what stared back didn't resemble a human at all. It was a zombie— or so that's what the first thing that came into Kazuichi's mind. Unbeknownst to him, the world had drastically changed, and he was the last one to know.

in a world governed by nine mighty kingdoms, the Aether Kingdom stands as the greatest of them all a land of power, mystery, and untold secrets. Among its ancient legends lies the haunting tale of the Abyss World, a forbidden realm said to hold the ultimate truth about existence. This mysterious place is rumored to be connected to other worlds, accessible only through a hidden portal on a cursed island. Those who seek the island vanish without a trace, leaving behind nothing but whispers of doom and wonder. Leo Raizen, a 16-year-old boy from a quiet village on the outskirts of the Aether Kingdom, feels trapped in the monotony of his life. Restless and yearning for a purpose, he becomes obsessed with the stories of the Abyss World. What if the legends are true? What if the answers to his deepest questions lie within that forbidden realm? Determined to uncover the truth, Leo abandons the safety of his home and sets out on a perilous journey to the Aether Kingdom’s capital, the heart of knowledge and intrigue. But the path to the Abyss World is fraught with challenges. As Leo ventures into the vast and dangerous world beyond his village, he faces trials that test his courage, his intelligence, and his humanity. He encounters allies who ignite hope, enemies who seek to crush his spirit, and mysteries that pull him deeper into the darkness surrounding the Abyss World. With each step, the line between legend and reality blurs, and Leo begins to wonder if the truth he seeks is worth the price he must pay. What lies within the Abyss World? Is it a gateway to ultimate understanding or a trap leading to eternal oblivion? As Leo uncovers pieces of the puzzle, he finds himself at the center of a destiny larger than he ever imagined—one that could reshape not only his life but the fate of the entire world. Leo Raizen: The Man Who Knows Darkness is a spellbinding journey into the unknown, where danger and discovery intertwine, and the pursuit of truth reveals the depths of the human soul. Prepare to follow Leo as he dares to face the darkness, unearth forbidden secrets, and confront the question that haunts us all: What is the true nature of our world?

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In the celestial realm of the Moon, a timeless entity known as the Watcher stands sentinel, gazing down upon the vast expanse of the universe with eyes that see beyond the veil of time and space. From this lofty perch, the Watcher bears witness to the unfolding drama of existence, observing the intricate interplay of gods and mortals across the seven realms of Eternivara and the mortal world of Earth. As the Watcher surveys the cosmos, they offer a guided tour through the realms of Eternivara, each one a world unto itself, governed by its own laws and inhabited by its own inhabitants. From the celestial splendor of Aethion to the fiery depths of Hellion, from the watery depths of Hydroxymos to the shadowy realm of Noxymos, each realm is a testament to the boundless creativity and imagination of the divine. In "Eternivara: Summary Edition [Moon Saga]," readers are invited to embark on a journey through the realms of Eternivara, guided by the omniscient perspective of the Watcher. Through vivid descriptions and captivating narratives, the Watcher recounts the key events and themes that shape the mythology of Eternivara, offering insights and reflections on the epic saga that spans the cosmos. In Aethion, the celestial realm of light and purity, readers witness the divine machinations of celestial beings and the eternal struggle between order and chaos. From the celestial palaces of the gods to the celestial gardens of the heavens, Aethion is a realm of transcendence and enlightenment, where mortal souls aspire to attain divine grace and ascend to higher planes of existence. In Hellion, the infernal realm of darkness and despair, readers are plunged into the fiery depths of damnation, where the souls of the damned suffer for their sins under the watchful eye of the fearsome deity Hellwroth. From the jagged mountains of obsidian to the rivers of molten lava, Hellion is a realm of punishment and torment, where the flames of damnation burn eternal. In Hydroxymos, the watery realm of mystery and wonder, readers explore the depths of the ocean floor and the hidden secrets that lie beneath the waves. Ruled by ancient sea gods and mystical creatures, Hydroxymos is a realm of fluidity and transformation, where the boundaries between land and sea blur and the secrets of the deep remain shrouded in mystery. In Ignitimos, the fiery realm of passion and ambition, readers witness the forging of souls in the crucible of fire, where the flames of creation and destruction burn eternal under the watchful gaze of the powerful deity Pyrothos. From the volcanic peaks to the lava fields, Ignitimos is a realm of forging and refining, where the trials of fire temper the souls of its inhabitants and forge them into beings of strength and resilience. In Nitromos, the realm of air and freedom, readers soar through the boundless skies and explore the floating islands and cloud cities that dot the horizon. Ruled by the enigmatic deity Aerion, Nitromos is a realm of exploration and discovery, where the winds of change carry the dreams and aspirations of its inhabitants to new horizons. In Noxymos, the shadowy realm of darkness and mystery, readers venture into the depths of the unknown, where shadows dance and whispers echo through the darkness. Ruled by the elusive deity Noctura, Noxymos is a realm of secrets and hidden truths, where the shadows of the past and the fears of the future converge to test the resolve of its inhabitants. And in Earth, the mortal realm of humanity, readers witness the struggles and triumphs of mortal beings as they navigate the complexities of life, love, and destiny. From the bustling cities to the remote wilderness areas, Earth is a world of diversity and contradiction, where the forces of good and evil wage an eternal struggle for supremacy. In the summary edition, readers experience the whole Eternivara cosmos from the perspective of the Watcher.