Lucid Caligula Effect

Every night when I close my eyes, my soul drifts into a dream—a world where I am fully awake, yet unwilling to leave. In this dream, I meet her. She is a mysterious woman whose face I can never remember when I wake. Yet every time I see her, I feel an unshakable pull, as if I’ve known her forever. I’ve fallen in love with someone who exists only in my dreams. This is the story of our fleeting moments together in a world that vanishes with the sunrise. Will our love remain a dream, or is there more to her than meets the eye?

[Name: ??, Age: ??] [Race: Mechanical Life] [Profession: Mechanical Apostle] [Level: Tier -6 (damaged)] [Physique: ?????] [Spirit: ?????] [Description: A broken Mechanical Life, one of Mechanical God -'@#$^&#@@%^#!'s most advanced and powerful creations, from an advanced technological world.] “Is this the World of Gods? Can anyone become God? Then why am I still just a Tier-1 Spiritual planter?” Ram pondered, after looking at the Divine Creature for the first time. Ram reincarnated in this world without the ability to awaken any profession. As he celebrated becoming a Tier-1 Spiritual Planter, he discovered that Gods, Divine Beings, Evil Entities, and Nightmare Creatures were exploiting humans and other beings, manipulating them to harvest the power of Faith or Fear. Inexplicably, he became entangled in this conflict. But he was lucky enough to turn his destiny through... Evolving Spiritual Plants and Monsters using Life Energy and Spiritual Power, becoming Spiritual Plant Lord to fight against the Gods. [ Holy Source Seed: Sylvan Soul Tree] [ Type: Source Seed] [ Level: Same as host] [ Quality: Holy] [ Attribute: Life/Soul/Wood] [ Description: A seed born from the fusion of the seeds of the Life Spirit Tree and Astral Soul Tree, transformed into a Holy Source Seed through a special method.] [ Holy Source Seed Characteristics:  1. As a Holy Source Seed born from both powerful entities it perfectly inherited the abilities of both the Life Spirit Tree and the Astral Soul Tree.  2. Gains additional functionality with every upgrade.  3. Binding the Holy Source Seed grants the host full access to all its abilities.] [ Abilities: Life Spirit Tree] [1. Life Spirit Body]: Converts the host's body into a Life Spirit Body, greatly increasing the host’s capacity for Life Energy and Spiritual Power by tenfold, while boosting recovery rate by 300%. [2. Kingdom Creation: Sylvan Soul Kingdom (Unopened)]: Upon activation, the Sylvan Soul Tree converts the host Spiritual Realm into a virtual forest that becomes the foundation of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. This forest spans across dimensions, rooted in both the material and spiritual realms. [Effect]: The host becomes the Lord of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, gaining the ability to expand and rule this virtual domain.] [ Abilities: Soul Tree]: [1. Soul Tree]: At the heart of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, the Lord can summon the Soul Tree, a sacred tree that acts as a conduit for life and death. [Effect]: The souls of those who die within or near the kingdom are absorbed by this tree, where they are nourished, healed, and can be reborn as Wood Spirits. [2. Soul Tree Seeds]: Host can create seeds of the soul tree that are connected to the mother tree, which can be planted outside the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. [Effect]: Souls absorbed by the Soul Trees are transported to the mother tree within a certain distance, depending upon the strength of the Sylvan Soul Tree.]

Growing up in poverty, Sunny never expected anything good from life. However, even he did not anticipate being chosen by the Nightmare Spell and becoming one of the Awakened - an elite group of people gifted with supernatural powers. Transported into a ruined magical world, he found himself facing against terrible monsters - and other Awakened - in a deadly battle of survival. What's worse, the divine power he received happened to possess a small, but potentially fatal side effect... Character art by @Catphinee Discord: discord.gg/guiltythree Wiki: shadowslave.fandom.com OST: youtube.com/@skeuzmusic Reddit: reddit.com/r/shadowslave

In a world devastated by war and radiation, Dylan, a battle-hardened lieutenant, awakens trapped in a mysterious cavern, surrounded by strange creatures—some resembling myths he believed existed only in books. As he struggles to make sense of his surroundings, he encounters a series of unexpected events. Torn between the brutality of his past and the strangeness of his new environment, Dylan begins to question his reality. Is this a lucid dream or a new existence he must face? What he does know is that this reality is no kinder than the one he left behind. Wars, suffering, and violence still reign supreme, now in a world filled with mythical beings and all-too-real dangers. This dark continent, vast and shrouded in mystery, has been explored only up to 5%. The majority of its lands remain unknown, cloaked in darkness as deep as the secrets they hide. Determined to uncover the mystery of his arrival in this world, Dylan quickly realizes he cannot do it alone. On this cursed land, no one has ever survived in isolation.

One day YAMINO got killed by his own uncle for a ritual. but unknowingly he got reincarnated as a ghost. . he didn't remember much, but he open his eyes in a 16 year old teen boy. who lived with his cousin brother. both of them was orphans. . he suddenly got inside a exam trail. it was something that recently became known to public. that's when he remember this world. it was a novel world, that he read in his previous life. . you awakened "BGM & SPECIAL EFFECTS.'

“I’m going to get you by all means, Valerie. I want you and I’m not going to stop until you’re hooked and I’m your greatest addiction.” Rick said confidently while Valerie blanked out… From the moment she set her eyes on him, Valerie knew she was going to regret it. Rick was a sneaky playboy who wanted her by all means. She was a good girl who wanted nothing to do with him. When he vowed to get her and turn her into a bad girl, she confidently accepted the challenge, knowing it would never happen. Though she couldn’t deny the effect his voice, touch, and presence had on her. They would both try all means and see who wins.

A world devoid of all emotion, only logic remains. A society built upon pure efficiency and effectiveness has suppressed the basic human nature of emotions. World-renowned for his work, Jake is driven solely by his dedication to his work. But what could happen when he meets the secretive artist who feels empty in the world. As their connection deepens they become a beacon of hope for the emotionless world.

Notice: This will be a long, long story so it will be a slow burn for at least the first two arcs. But if you are in interested in a long wide-ranging story I hope you will read Description: Moving past the death of his only friend and teacher. Orb heads into the world to find a way to die happy and fulfilled. though the boy who lives in the present carries the weight of something that lived in the past. A curse, a blessing, a legacy. The story of those who carry things they should never of had to, and the choices of their lives which effect them of them and the world as a whole. Three chapters a week. link to cover artist: https://www.fiverr.com/winda_chu?source=inbox Usually, somewhere between 2000 and 3000 words per chapter.

Sol IbnuRa is a young African man of thirty who had his own fair share of hardship due to his country's hard economy. He needs to find a way to survive after quitting his under paying job. As a man striving in the world of I.T, he will have to always rely on daily gigs to earn money. Sol later on lands on an opportunity of a life time, that is, to break into the main system of the must terrifying person in the city… Mr. Gabriel. Sol and his ally successfully breaks into the house of Mr. Gabriel, but when Sol came face to face with Mrs. Gabriel the mission becomes a complication. Sol will have to choose between his heart or the mission, a life time opportunity to break away from poverty. This single moment of judgment will change the entire story of Sol IbnuRa. Sol falls in love with the must beautiful woman he ever sets his eyes on. He follows his heart to sabotage a well planned heist. This one decision creates a bond between Sol and Mrs. Gabriel but also a rift between him and his ally who would hunt Sol for the rest of his life. Engaging into an affair with Mrs. Gabriel also captures the attention of the worst man in the City, Mr. Gabriel. The trouble Sol gets himself into of course got him killed. He died a terrible death, but his death also becomes his liberation. Sol becomes a living soul who with time and training gains the power to travel vast dimensions. From the Lucid dream worlds to the the digital worlds of the internet. He gains vast abilities that can help him fight the livings who chased him to death, to protect his city from other powerful adversaries who will show up, protect the woman he inadvertently fell in love with and to also amass wealth like never before. Who is to say wealth is not needed in the world of the spirits. In the end, Sol IbnuRa goes away and leave the world behind. He realizes nothing truly really matters after all. With the super abilities he has, he creates a dimension of his own deep in the corners of the lucid dream world where no one or nothing can find him, but the question remains. With all the enemies Sol creates for himself across dimensions, is he truly ever hidden.

The story begins with an officer who strongly believes in justice, is sent on a secret mission to gather information about a mafia group and bring them in. He takes on the quest with no doubt in mind and he is drawn deeper into the world of violence, betrayal, and revenge with little knowledge about the after effect. Under the excuse of 'aiding the citizens', he ends up at a crossroad where he is forced to choose between his role as an officer and the feelings in his heart.

A man who lived on earth, died on earth, and is reborn on earth. Not what one would think would happen, especially if the man was reborn as species that hunted humans and is considered humanities greatest threat. Oh what fun would that be. The best part? The man really doesn't care about the effects of his actions. If something catches his attention or makes him curious, he simply goes after it. What fun can this bring to earth?

Roderic stepped forward, his expression a mix of irritation and wariness. "Lysandra's methods are unorthodox, but they're effective," he said, his tone clipped. "You'll find no one better at scouting or taking down a target." "I can see that," Alaric replied, his lips curling into a faint, smile. "Though I imagine her sharp tongue is just as deadly as her blade." Lysandra crossed her arms, her smirk returning despite the weight of the knights' stares. "You have no idea."

After killing the school's beauty in one of his lucid dreams during class. Souta discovers his lucid dreams and the figures appearing in his schizophrenic state are not just black figures but evil spirits and monsters seeping into the real world from dreams trying to take humanity down. Yet unlike the unnaturalness of that, some people can take them down, people born or who have developed schizophrenia, are now blessed with a system called Stigma and have to leave their comfortable lives to join the fight against overworld monsters and people who society deemed crazy.

Falling in the deep sea, there is no light, though desperately longing for it. Through the layers of swimless water, I thought I saw you. “Have you heard of the ...... cliff effect?” Ten years ago that girl said to me, “In the deep sea constantly falling, longing for light, longing for someone to ...... save me.” It seems like now. Indeed, everyone ...... longs for light. But if there is no light... Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Using substance gleaned from Subject 0, test animals seem to go into a mating frenzy. The chances of offspring seem to increase, even when the females are not in heat, before applying the chemical. Test animals have begun to show a resistance to the chemical. Higher doses are needed, but thankfully there seem to be no addicting properties to it. The only noted side effect is that all the animals tested seem to be, if you will excuse the crude term, 'horny', even when the chemical is not present. Warrants further study. The last thing we need is to overpopulate the earth. Have found a way to dilute the chemical without it loosing its properties. It was easy really; just add salt water in a mixture much like that found in sweat. Hopefully this will allay fears when human testing eventually starts.

In the real world, martial arts have resurged. Chen Sheng, tired of city life, returned to his hometown and awakened an attribute panel, along with a skill. [Body of Breakthrough: Through training, your physical qualities have limitless growth, and the training effect will not diminish.] One year later, Chen Sheng held his breath and focused his energy, lightly striking his fist towards the mountain in front of him. In an instant, the mountain crumbled and the earth split. The mountain disintegrated instantly. "Did you see that?" "That's the Crumbling Fist of Thousand Move Fists." "Once you reach this level, you can be considered an entry-level practitioner." The disciples were dumbfounded.

Huang An, faced with the certainty of pancreatic cancer, discovered an unexpected twist in the form of a cosmic garbage dump, accompanied by the ability to traverse different worlds. Confronting death, Huang An found a glimmer of life within this universal refuse repository. But how could a man straddle the realms of heaven and earth while spending his days scavenging through garbage? Alloy Stick of the Future World: Fire and water-resistant, incredibly sturdy, the perfect weapon for underworld battles. Expired Xiaohuan Pill: Effectiveness reduced by 70%, but still capable of activating the eight meridians, boosting vitality, and offering slight benefits to martial arts. Watch out for side effects after expiration. Wash Marrow Pill Disguised as Garbage: When ingested with a small amount of warm water, this flattened pill enables a complete transformation, aiding in breaking through minor realms and enhancing cultivation talent. Gnawed Corpse of a Strange Beast (Incomplete): A crucial supplement with the potential to kill any mortal who consumes it. Combined with gentle medicines, it provides immense benefits for martial arts cultivation. Future World Alloy Formula and Production Methods (Contaminated): Ion alloys, soft alloys... True Man Huang An, who cleans garbage daily - wonderful, how wonderful!

I was a normal novelist, who got really popular after creating my first novel "Fever War" and went to Comiket to not only meet my fans, but also sell my own merchs. Only for me to make a stupid bet with one of my fans and was sent into my own novel. Now I have to survive this everchanging landscape, fight against other human competitors and the invaders while closely follow the lead of the MC of the story. Make changes to my decision due to my appearance and the butterfly effect I have caused and try to find a way back, and get back against the one who sent me to this place.

Book One in the "The Reunion" series The class of 2023 has graduated. What seems to be the most memorable time of their lives is quickly destroyed by a secret. Unable to forgive and forget the teens go separate ways, becoming strangers to one another. Now, five years later, the reunion is on, and some hope to put the past behind them and rebuild the friendship they once had. A night in the city, hopes to bring the once old friends closer. But they all harbour a deathly secret, one that wants to be resurrected and be reborn, once again. As the moon rises, and the night is in full effect, the group will be hunted by an old memory, one that bonds them for life, regardless if they want it to or not. The hunt is on in the city. But, will anyone be left to tell the tale by morning?

If every story starts somewhere, this one starts with our meetings. Just a relatively normal day, when a group of youths in the same field of work happen to form a group together. Those meetings and all else that followed them had some massive effects on each of our lives, though. And here, we present that day and all else that follows, like a collective diary to show you all the days and years that followed. We hope that our recollections of those days may help make your days brigther as you follow them!

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In a world where technology and human ambition collide, a blind boy named Quinn becomes the epicenter of a groundbreaking experiment. Born into a family of inventors, Quinn’s father and uncle create a robot companion, Techo, to assist him in navigating life. But their ultimate goal is far more ambitious: to restore Quinn’s sight with a revolutionary bionic eye. However, their well-meaning experiment goes awry, unleashing a surge of electromagnetic waves that inadvertently changes everything. The procedure not only grants Quinn enhanced vision but also gifts him the ability to control devices with his mind. The accident triggers a ripple effect, bestowing similar powers upon others in the vicinity, transforming them into beings with extraordinary abilities—known as "The Mind Shapers."

A mysterious Crystal throws the U.S. in chaos. The government tries its best to cover up the effects it has on the people, and suppressing those who would gain abilities from it. Our three protagonists do whatever they want, with little to no regard for others, in this new world.

Rival clans who have been at each other's necks over centuries gain mysterious abilities from even more mysterious beings and have since then used their overwhelming power to garner wealth, influence and control the world behind the shadows. However following the death of both their clan leaders the two clans suddenly decide to co-exist in peace? and in marriage?

This may sound biased, but... What's the most essential thing for being a writer? Idea? Or Imagination? It's lucid! The answer to it is imagination. While ideas can come and go, however, long-term success in writing comes from the depth and wildness of one’s imagination led by perfect implementation of it, known as writing. Through imagination, one can experience infinite lives, outcomes, victories, and defeats—all intertwined in stories that go beyond mere ideas. In that case, what would an author do if one has the lesser side in terms of imagination, unlike one's renowned writer relative? Read on to discover the winner in the endgame of Memoir! Check it out :-) Nope, I'm serious! #Vote it with power stones or else I'll steal your plushie.

After becoming the Emperor and the Vice Leader of the Underground Association. Leo Reinhardt who got betrayed by the King of Serus Kingdom along with Zero the Leader of the Underground Association. After being killed by the hand of Haydn and Aaron. Leo woke up and realized himself being in a small body like a 10 years old, looking at the mirror with a shock face, he realize that he comeback 20 years before being killed. Feeling regret of being use by the King and Zero. Leo wanting revenge on both of them. Many butterfly effect will accur because of what Leo's going to do. Never he knew that this life will bring more destruction to what his first life has seen.

In the isolated island nation of Krynosia, former aristocrat Warrick Gamaliel maintains a quiet life as a repairman alongside his partner Carlo Angels, a blind but extraordinarily gifted individual known as a "Tag." Their world is shaped by Ascendrix, a military super-drug that grants superhuman abilities but comes with devastating side effects - effects that tore their society apart during the Great Tag Riot years ago. Now Krynosia is divided between three powerful Families who maintain strict control and two fallen districts that have descended into near-anarchy. Warrick and Carlo navigate both worlds through their repair business, keeping a low profile while helping those caught between the cracks of their fractured society. But when a desperate mother asks them to find her missing daughter, they uncover something far more sinister than typical fallen district crime. Children are disappearing, and the patterns suggest something impossible - something that should have ended with the Tag Riot years ago. Their investigation will force them to confront not only Krynosia's powerful Families but also the dark legacy of Warrick's own past. In a world of superhuman abilities and shadowy conspiracies, sometimes the most important repairs are the ones that can't be made with tools.

Amid the bustling City of Keystone lies hidden groups and buried magic to unravel. What comes are changes in the stars that will shine upon myths and legends, but draw bigger shadows to their truths. It's all too much for Daniel Hart, who just wants to paint for others, but he finds his brush influenced by the slippery effects as maternal mysteries cling to him. WARNING: This is very much full of SMUT before it is mystery and magic. Lots of weird slimy shenanigans too!

Life is Pain Hope Fails now you understand... ~ Sylvanas Windrunner. Honestly growing up on Omega in the Mass Effect Universe will turn anyone into a terrible piece of filth... So lets watch our terrible girl F*ck sh*t up all over the Mass Effect 1-3 universe striking unholy fear into the council and the Systems Alliance as well while she's at it. Oh and she will definitely give a Visit to TIM causing him to have many nights of zero sleep... So yeah Cerberus the Terrorist Organization of the ME Universe is going to be terrorized in return xD

A class and their teacher that get transported to another world full of magic and monsters, however, due to issues during the summoning process the group is exposed to different stimuli during the transportation which begins to effect their bodies and souls gifting them with skills, magic or items