Bastions

We were a peaceful people living in harmony with nature in the vast lands of Lyréanor. This world, if I had to sum it up in a few short sentences, was peaceful, joyful and painless, but this peace didn't last and has been cut short ever since our people were defeated by the black elves, ancient peoples, even more ancient than this world. It is said that they arrived in Lyréanor by boat and since their arrival, chaos has been unleashed. Proud of their obscure power, drawn from dark rituals, they have raised gigantic armies of monsters whose name is synonymous with terror: "Obscurus". They went on the rampage, and everywhere they went the grass didn't grow back, life died and disintegrated. Seven, there were seven of them. The seven dark elves known as the Lords of the Apocalypse. A single gesture from them was enough to strike us all down, a single gesture from one of them was enough to decimate us in blood and terror. We retreated to the last of our strongholds, once known as Fotiya (the last rampart), where our final battle would take place, where our story was to end, help arrived. A call, a voice resonated within each of us, calling us. We then discovered, inside our last bastion, a passage, a hidden door, built by our ancestors and forgotten by all for a long time. However, our hopes were quickly dashed...

On an Earth where wars between nations no longer exist, threats like evil organizations, demons, mafias, aliens, giant monsters, and other dangers still roam the planet. Standing against these perils are the Bastions of Society, known as heroes—soldiers trained from adulthood to protect those who cannot defend themselves. These individuals are trained at the "Academy," the planet's only hero school. Among those destined to become our defenders, one boy, who doesn’t even truly know what he is, will fight for his dream on a long journey to the top of it all. What will echo through each battle? His voice, amidst a piercing cry: “TRANSMUTE!!” (Volume 1 of 3) (Attention: This story is part of the "Siglaverse" label.) (The protagonist is not a villain or has gray morality, maybe he will have such morality in the future, but I don't plan on it for now) (Author's Note: While this work takes itself seriously and the plot is meaningful, please know that alongside action and adventure, there’s a strong focus on comedy. Additionally, it draws inspiration not only from Tokusatsu but also from other works outside the genre. Chapters will generally be long, with occasional exceptions. With that said, I hope you enjoy it.)

The World of Ephesus. A vast world plagued by Breaches containing countless Beasts of Corruption. A World on the brink of ruin as the Four Human Lineages defend the last bastions of Humanity! With the power of Gem Masters standing against the Beasts of Corruption, the flames of Humanity seek to burn ever brighter. In such a world, in the Mortal Branch of the Asmodeus Bloodline, Alexander awakens a Gem Socket that others consider defective. A Variant Gem Socket. Looked down upon by those who do not understand it, this supposed defect may just be the solution that the burning embers of humanity were waiting for. Follow Alexander as he entirely warps the perception of what a Gem Master is- as he embarks on a journey to become...The Empyreal Gem Master!

Lucian and Hito, siblings whose names embody "light" and "hope" respectively. Irah, the celestial deity who serves as the final bastion against the malevolent demon king, Zahar. The plot follows the journeys of Lucian and Hito as they confront both internal and external darkness. Lucian, summoned by Irah, must reconcile his innate ruthlessness with compassion. Hito, following Lucian's enigmatic disappearance, embarks on his own quest to uphold his brother's legacy of hope and equilibrium. This saga explores profound themes including the duality of light and darkness, the potency of hope, and the indomitable bonds capable of restoring balance to a world teetering on the brink of despair. It promises a narrative rich with formidable trials, adversaries, and inspiring resilience in the heroes' pursuit of enduring peace across the seven nations.

7/31/2024~ In the process of editing and updating my earlier chapters. I personally believe the story starts to improve and find it's way a bit more around chapter 50+. Hopefully can make some adjustments in earlier chapters when I have the time, but pacing slows down into a more measured rate as I start finding my groove. I give the content more time to breathe instead of going so fast. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the realm of Nexaria, where elemental spirits and divine beings shape the fate of the world as a land of mortals striving to become gods against the demons of the Abyssal universe, a young boy named Lassim Vanthar embarks on an extraordinary journey of advancement, adventure and becoming a bastion for those around him in their fight against the Dragal. Born into a noble family with a legacy of Fire elemental martial prowess, Lassim possesses an unparalleled gift on his 8th birthday—a connection to two differing elemental spirits, a feat unheard of in the history of his world. A gift and a tampering of the order until now that is an omen. It is a sign of the Gods influencing the future fate of Nexaria on a more serious level. Lassim must harness the power of his dual spirits to protect his loved ones and confront the looming threat of the Abyss' encroachment on his universe, but one step at a time as he grows from just a tool of the God's to a major power as the hero of not only Nexaria, but the entire universe. Lassim faces daunting challenges, battles fierce adversaries, and unlocks the mysteries of his own destiny that has been tampered with by the Gods of this universe. How will he react and adapt to his situations? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is my first ever novel. I’m a new author and still learning how to tell a story. Please understand that when reading. Thank you.

Her soul is his to claim, her heart is hers to protect. Marcella Valemont is the alluring but resentful, selfish and ambitious daughter of the head priest. Forced into a cold marriage with the blackbellied Duke Berith, she longed for power and would stop at nothing to claim the crown—even if it meant seducing the incorruptible Crown Prince Lucian and tearing down the empire’s most virtuous house. She ruthlessly parleys her charm and cunning into becoming the Queen. But, power came with a price. Her ruthless schemes led to betrayal, rebellion, and ruin- an empire on its knees, a virtuous king destroyed, and a rebellion led by the man she discarded. Desperate and full of regret, she barters her life with the Duke to save Lucian. In an interesting turn of events, she gets to go back in time to fix her wrongs, save the man who was ruined because of her and hopefully stop the bloodthirsty rebel Duke Berith. She finds herself reborn as her 18-year-old self with a chance for a do-over. She vows to do better this time, to steer clear of the bastions of power and the malevolent Berith. Secrets long buried begin to surface, and Marcella discovers that her former husband is far more than he seems—a man cloaked in darkness, harboring a purpose that threatens everything she holds dear. They say second chances come with thorns and to fix the past, Marcela must trust the devil who destroyed it.

“Come not between the Dragon and his Wrath.” — William Shakespeare The year was 2140, and Earth was nothing but a distant memory. Humanity now drifted through the galaxies aboard colossal ARKs, massive skyships that served as the last bastions of civilization. Yet, these ARKs were more than just floating cities; they were humanity’s last containers, preserving what remained of their species. A century before Earth's final collapse, humanity discovered a gateway to a realm known as Eternia — a fantastical world straight out of myth and legend. Reaching this realm required more than just advanced technology; it demanded a complete departure from the physical body and entry into a mysterious process known as the Dream Weave. In the present day, Cloud lived aboard ARK NO. 427, where he had been training from a young age to step into the Dream Weave. He was a standout among his peers, excelling in every tasks that came his way. Everything seemed to be on track for him — until the pivotal day of the Class Selection process.

[WSA 2025] To confront the threat posed by monsters and demons, humanity summons a hero endowed with a mysterious system and an unrivaled capacity for evolution. He becomes the last bastion of hope for mankind. However, one of his mistakes gives rise to a calamity far worse than the Demon King. This calamity is conceived in a dungeon, abandoned as a fetus by its mother, and raised by the Demon King himself. Upon the Demon King's death, all the restraints he had placed upon the creature are shattered. Thus, the hero's nameless son begins to lay waste to everything. The greatest calamity the world has ever known is born.

A collection of wild, weird, and wondrous tales that will intertwine with time! The world of Enverdolmal is on the edge of war as dark and menacing powers begin to make their moves from the Shadows, slowly tilting the balance of Aether -the magical energy that fuels everything in existence- in their favor.  Demons test their prison seals... Witches gather seeking chaos and anarchy... Monsters are on the march under strange and unknown banners... The long-lost Elemental Dragons are due to return... Our story is told through the eyes of approx 15 characters, starting with a knight by the name of Bastion Ridder who finds himself in the middle of it all. Garth Verlore -the famous and sprawling school where he was set to teach- falls under siege by forces that no one seemed to see coming, and he must do all that he can (while fighting alongside staff and students alike) to see to it that he doesn't become the one last knight... With classes like "Dragon Slaying 101" and "Goblin Battle Tactics" Bastion knew that this would be no small feat... It all started so well, but eventually everyone falls...Be it in love or war. Or even the classroom! Knights & Mages. Dragons & Goblins. Spirits & Demons & Witches And so very much more awaits you in this tale of triumph, chaos, love, war, betrayal, and loss. Are you ready to turn one last page? Read one last story? lose one last knight? -----

On Aldar, a maze of tunnels, ruined dwarven bastions, monstrous cities, and many untold dangers form what is known today as the dungeon. But how did it come to be? Who created it? Follow the story of a spirit like no other as it tries to understand its world and make a home deep in the ground, forever changing the life of the surface dwellers.

¡Una colección de cuentos salvajes, extraños y maravillosos que se entrelazarán con el tiempo! El mundo de Enverdolmal está al borde de la guerra mientras poderes oscuros y amenazantes comienzan a hacer sus movimientos desde las Sombras, inclinando lentamente el equilibrio del Éter (la energía mágica que alimenta todo lo que existe) a su favor. Los demonios prueban los sellos de su prisión... Las brujas se reúnen en busca del caos y la anarquía... Los monstruos están en marcha bajo estandartes extraños y desconocidos... Los dragones elementales perdidos hace mucho tiempo están a punto de regresar... Nuestra historia se cuenta a través de los ojos de aproximadamente 15 personajes, comenzando con un caballero llamado Bastion Ridder que se encuentra en medio de todo. Garth Verlore, la famosa y extensa escuela donde iba a enseñar, cae bajo el asedio de fuerzas que nadie parecía ver venir, y debe hacer todo lo que pueda (mientras lucha junto al personal y los estudiantes por igual) para asegurarse de no convertirse en el último caballero... Con clases como "Matanza de dragones 101" y "Tácticas de batalla de goblins", Bastion sabía que esto no sería una hazaña pequeña... Todo comenzó tan bien, pero eventualmente todos caen... Ya sea en el amor o en la guerra. ¡O incluso en el aula! Caballeros y magos. Dragones y goblins. Espíritus, demonios y brujas Y mucho más te espera en esta historia de triunfo, caos, amor, guerra, traición y pérdida. ¿Estás listo para pasar una última página? ¿Leer una última historia? ¿Perder un último caballero?

Bastion. That is the name of the first interplanetary exploration vessel of its line, and the first to confront the challenges our solar system and beyond will throw at us. ----------------------- Follow the story of the crew of the Bastion: Arkady, Hinato, Oliver, and the countless drones they have onboard their vessel as they explore the planets of the solar system, construct the first planetary outposts, and prepare Humanity to enter the next great stage. Space.

If survival of the fittest was once humanity's anthem, silence now reigns. The Aud have driven humanity's remnants to huddle like mice in their final bastion. In a gamble, a nobody embarks on an impossible mission: time travel. Nine hundred years in the past, she finds herself hunted by survivor's guilt and the Aud who followed. In this pre-collapse world, where humanity's anthem is still survival but the seeds of its coming evisceration wait to sprout, she is alone. Between an apex predator with everything to gain and a human with everything to lose, a race to rewrite human destiny has begun.

"I know where your little sister is. She's still alive." "What are you trying to get from me, to admit something unbelievable? Selena is dead! I witnessed her death with my own eyes!" ... Hoping to believe the man's words, even though they sounded like nonsense, something that tugged on his vulnerability, Sorn agreed to join the nameless independent survival group led by a strange man. Ralf, a mysterious man immune to the zombie virus, someone with unique abilities that sometimes made Sorn think he was not human. The more he interacted with the man, the more confusing things became for Sorn. He was reluctant to admit that being friends with him wasn't entirely unpleasant. Eventually, when Ralf revealed his past, Sorn became more convinced that meeting his sister was a goal worth pursuing. Even so, he couldn't truly believe that his sister was still alive, as Ralf claimed. The memory of watching her get eaten by a horde of zombies was still fresh in his mind. "I promise I'll bring your sister back. Before your birthday comes, you'll see her right in front of you. Will you trust me?" Sorn's chest felt warm and oddly fluttery, he simply nodded, trusting the man in silence—though it was very difficult to say so verbally.

Helena Aurelia, a strikingly beautiful 20-year-old with jet-black hair and piercing black eyes, serves as the humble principal of Academia Magnifica, the most prestigious magical academy on the continent. Behind her modest exterior, Helena conceals her identity as a Ninth-Circle Archmagus—one of the most powerful beings in existence. She chose a life of quiet dedication to nurturing young minds, avoiding public displays of her unparalleled might. Her life of anonymity shatters when a brash student, Kalver Bronwyn, mocks her authority and threatens her with the influence of his noble father, Duke Harold Bronwyn. Kalver's arrogance pushes Helena beyond her limits, prompting her to deliver a swift and lethal demonstration of her power. This act sets off a chain of events, igniting the wrath of the Duke and ultimately leading Helena to obliterate his entire lineage in an unmatched display of arcane supremacy. As the noble hierarchy quakes under her defiance, Helena steps into the limelight, no longer content to let the corrupted aristocracy dictate the world's fate. Declaring herself an Archmagus, she challenges the entrenched systems of power, dismantling the Grand Council of Nobles and initiating sweeping reforms. Yet, even as she reshapes the world, signs of a far greater threat from beyond the mortal realm begin to emerge. In a world teetering on the edge of transformation, Helena's journey becomes not only one of revelation and justice but also of preparing humanity for an impending cosmic peril. With Academia Magnifica as the last bastion of hope, the young principal and her students must rise to meet a destiny that could reshape reality itself. Helena Aurelia is no ordinary principal—she is the strongest in the world, and her story has only just begun.

In a world that was once peaceful, it has now plunged into darkness due to the Curse of the Flower that spreads mercilessly. This curse transforms humans into creatures known as Blight Walkers / Ekibyō no Hokosha—those who walk carrying disease and calamity. They no longer recognize themselves, trapped in the abyss of pain caused by the curse. With every petal that blooms, more souls fall into the abyss, consumed by the desire to destroy anything in their path. However, amid this desolation, there is still hope. Those who have survived the curse are known as Finire. Blessed with strength and resilience, they stand as the last bastion against the lurking threat. Their task is not only to survive but to eradicate the Ekibyō no Hokosha, restore the balance that has been lost, and end the suffering that continues to burn. This is the story of Eira's journey in hunting down Ekibyo no Hokosha, who terrorizes human lives.

Genre: Sci-fi, Genderbender, Action, Romance, War, Mecha Tags: Hardcore Sci-fi, Genderswap, Yuri, Small/Partial/Harem/s, Omegaverse , GL Target Audience: Male or female On the far flung planet of Atrios V, out in the farthest reaches of the Outer-Rim, there exists an enigmatic flying city called the Colossus. It is one of the few last remaining bastions of humanity after the near extinction of mankind due to the ever-prevalent threat called...the H.E.X. Humanity isn't going down without a fight however, and are constantly developing better starships and other weaponry to tackle what has become...an ever evolving enemy. The most state of the art weapons to emerge in the last millenia is none other than the Titan Exoframe, or...just Exoframe for short; A giant humanoid fighting robot that's more agile than a starship, more versatile than a starfighter, and capable of being crewed by...a single pilot. The only downside: the pilot has to be able to interface with an enigmatic A.I and become one with the machine, and the genetically engineered pilots of the Nobility are the best suited for this role. Enter...eighteen-year-old Hudiya Luffe Arnestria, a young-man on a desperate quest to save his ailing sister, Atilla. His only hope lies in securing a coveted spot at Aldressia Academy, a prestigious military school for Exoframe pilots located on the Colossus. When the noble and beautiful Valencia challenges him to place in the top ten of the entrance exam, Hudiya finds himself entangled in a world of fierce competition; while facing constant threats of sabotage from his ever envious peers. His only way forward...is straight through his competitors. Follow him as he fights for everything he holds dear, while forming cryptic alliances with fellow students and facing betrayal at every turn. (And you get a cute little sister to love and cherish on the side!) What to expect: This is an Alpha-Omega/Omegaverse story (the kind with the crazy pheromones). (( This is not a fanfiction of any kind. Alpha-Omega is basically a genre. This is not a shared universe with any other story. It merely shares a similar genre to those other stories. This is a completely original novel)) This is also a Genderbender/Genderswap story! Has LGBT elements. There is romance. It may have some of the elements of a harem, though that is not the primary element of it. There may be sexual content later on if the site permits it and I feel like it fits the storyline. Target Chapter Length: 10,000 words Target Interlude Length: 2,000 to 4,000 words (Smaller chapters in between the primary chapters that usually are told from the POV of the supporting characters) *Was trying to publish this on RoyalRoad originally, but thats currently pending. We'll see what happens at this point. For right now, it's exclusive to here.

Organica-Mechanus: Devil in a shell. Ōganika = mekanasu: Kara o kabutta akuma. オーガニカ＝メカナス：殻を被った悪魔。 In the year 2086, the dwindling remnants of humanity, elves, dwarves, and beastkin find themselves locked in a tumultuous conflict against an unknown race codenamed the 'Discarnum,' that has completely ravaged the continents of Arema, Elionios, Dwui and Besettia, leaving only the untouched peninsula of Uretia as the final bastion of hope. Humanity, elves, dwarves, and beastkin find themselves locked in a tumultuous conflict against an unknown force codenamed the 'Discarnum,' that has completely ravaged the continents of Arema, Elionios, Dwui and Besettia, leaving only the untouched peninsula of Uretia as the final bastion of hope behind its thick walls, shields, and advanced defence systems. The Discarnum, devouring everything and anyone they come in contact with, including the land itself, left a desolation in their wake; cities and capitals of melted stone, warped steel, and charred bones now inherit the forbidden lands, where only a thick miasma of death and all that remains are monsters beyond the veil, leaving no room for life to grow. Aware of the impending doom, the greatest minds of all four nations formed the 'Coalition' in 2086, where the four became one and spearheaded the development of a new weapon system. With man's ingenuity, elven knowledge, dwarven craftsmanship, and the beastkin's spirit, they forged suits of living mechanised armour. Born from the labour of near extinction and desperation, the 'Organica-Mechanus' was created, and with it a dark, terrifying secret that had been buried. Governed and wielded only by the strongest and most iron-willed of the four races, weapons of immense power forged ahead, cutting into the darkness, giving the coalition a much-needed foothold in a one-sided war to push back against the Discarnum and gain ground for the first time in ten years.  Three years have passed; there was hope for light to thrive in 2089, but within that hope, shadows of the past would emerge. Beyond the reclaimed zone, a new horror would awaken; in that silence of death and despair, three words would shake the very core of the coalition: "WE ARE COMING..." In the fear of the end, something would be awoken, a sin beyond sins, a monster of monsters, a devil of devils...  "I have become the creator of demons, the destroyer of angels. I pray that one day they can forgive me, for I cannot forgive myself... for I am the one that has cracked the Devil in a Shell and set it free." Yaiku Ui -:Creator of the Organicus Interface. Created by Disanium - Sakusei-sha: Disaniumu - 作成者: ディサニウム

Eine Sammlung wilder, seltsamer und wundersamer Geschichten, die sich mit der Zeit miteinander verflechten werden! Die Welt von Enverdolmal steht am Rande eines Krieges, als dunkle und bedrohliche Mächte beginnen, aus den Schatten hervorzutreten und das Gleichgewicht des Äthers – der magischen Energie, die alles Existierende antreibt – langsam zu ihren Gunsten zu verschieben. Dämonen testen ihre Gefängnissiegel ... Hexen versammeln sich auf der Suche nach Chaos und Anarchie ... Monster sind unter seltsamen und unbekannten Bannern auf dem Vormarsch ... Die lange verschollenen Elementardrachen werden zurückkehren ... Unsere Geschichte wird aus der Sicht von ca. 20 Charakteren erzählt, beginnend mit einem Ritter namens Bastion Ridder, der sich mittendrin wiederfindet. Garth Verlore – die berühmte und weitläufige Schule, an der er unterrichten sollte – wird von Mächten belagert, die niemand kommen sah, und er muss alles tun, was er kann (während er Seite an Seite mit Personal und Schülern kämpft), um sicherzustellen, dass er nicht der letzte Ritter wird … Mit Kursen wie „Drachentöten 101“ und „Kampftaktiken für Kobolde“ wusste Bastion, dass dies keine leichte Aufgabe sein würde … Alles begann so gut, aber irgendwann verliebt sich jeder … Sei es in der Liebe oder im Krieg. Oder sogar im Klassenzimmer! Ritter & Magier. Drachen & Kobolde. Geister & Dämonen & Hexen Und so viel mehr erwartet Sie in dieser Geschichte von Triumph, Chaos, Liebe, Krieg, Verrat und Verlust. Sind Sie bereit, eine letzte Seite umzublättern? Eine letzte Geschichte zu lesen? einen letzten Ritter zu verlieren?

Title: Chronicles of the Forgotten Realm --- Synopsis In a world where the gods have turned their backs on humanity, the land is plagued by chaos and ruin. Kingdoms crumble, monsters roam freely, and the remnants of civilization cling to survival. At the heart of this dying world lies the Oblivion Shard, a mythical relic said to grant its wielder the power to rewrite reality. 17-year-old Kai Ardent, a disgraced knight trainee, stumbles upon a forgotten artifact during a routine scavenging mission—a Soulbound Grimoire. The book binds to his very soul, granting him a mysterious Leveling System that tracks his growth and abilities. However, the system comes with a warning: "Rewrite your destiny, or succumb to the void." Armed with evolving skills, Kai must navigate a shattered world, uncover the truth behind the gods' betrayal, and battle rival factions seeking the Oblivion Shard. But with each level gained, Kai’s humanity slips further away, leaving him to question: is the price of power worth the cost of his soul? --- Key Features 1. Leveling System The Soulbound Grimoire acts as a guide, evolving with Kai as he grows stronger. Core Stats: Strength, Agility, Vitality, Intelligence, Willpower, Charisma. Skill Trees: Unlockable paths based on choices made: Martial Dominance: Weapon mastery, combat techniques. Arcane Ascension: Elemental magic, summoning. Shadow Prowess: Stealth, assassination, and deception. Unique Perks: Soulforge: Absorb defeated enemies' abilities. Fatebreaker: Reverse critical moments in battle. Voidwalker: Temporary invincibility at the cost of draining humanity. --- 2. Worldbuilding The Forgotten Realm: A once-thriving world left in ruins by the gods' disappearance. The Wastelands: Deserts littered with ancient ruins. Evershade Forest: A cursed forest teeming with nightmarish creatures. Sanctuary Cities: Last bastions of humanity, ruled by corrupt lords and warlords. The Factions: The Crimson Veil: Ruthless assassins hunting for the Oblivion Shard. The Order of Lumina: Zealots seeking to restore the gods, no matter the cost. The Relic Seekers: Scavengers obsessed with ancient technology and magic. --- 3. Characters Kai Ardent: A bitter, determined protagonist haunted by his past failures. Lyria Everhart: A healer with a mysterious connection to the gods, hiding her true identity. Darron Flint: A cynical mercenary who becomes Kai's reluctant mentor. The Shadow King: An enigmatic figure controlling the Crimson Veil, shrouded in legend. ---

Ciel is an esper from the now destroyed last stronghold of humanity, Bastion City. The city had survived long past the dreaded Judgment Day, when eternal flames suddenly engulfed the earth and the ghastly fallen appeared. Such an event served as a catalyst for a surge in the supernatural and mystical activities and now monsters and aberrations alike infest the world, morphing into yet another threat which humanity must combat in order to survive within their new reality. Two years after its destruction, Ciel, along with the last of humanity, find themselves beaten and all but defeated. Desperate to change this outcome, Ciel deploys one of the few tricks left at his disposal, that being his ability to manifest each of the major arcana cards into the real world, and successfully regresses to the past. However due to his unstable power his soul fails to withstand the arduous journey back and shatters into twenty two pieces. These pieces each represent a major arcana card which have been given shape as clones. If Ciel ever hopes to reach and surpass the strength his future self wielded as well as accomplish his wish of helping his previous mentor, he must now take it upon himself to hunt down each clone and become whole again. Such a task will not be easy, for the clones not only hold pieces of himself but of his old power as well. Beyond that each is ready for the bloody battle that awaits, that of hunter and prey. While Ciel is occupied attempting to complete the daunting task set before him, his previous mentor has already started her new life as an Officer of NSRA, the agency responsible for the eradication of monsters within Bastion… Just how will these two fates collide? What to expect: [Weak to Strong] [Two POV’s] [Futuristic City] [Supernatural] [Action] [Monsters] [Apocalyptic Setting]

In a world with five clans - Magic, Time, Shape-Shifters, Elementals, and Normal Humans, where the role of the Diviner stands as the last bastion of balance and harmony. For generations, this impartial guardian has maintained the delicate equilibrium, ensuring none of the factions gain dominance over the others. But as the current Diviner, the elderly Elowen, nears the end of her life, the time has come for a new protector to rise. Tradition dictates the next Diviner must emerge from the clan consisting of the ordinary humans, those without inherent powers. As the power hungry Lucius seeks the mantle of leadership tries to deprive the next diviner of his life and position.

In a world where magic once thrived and kingdoms flourished, the land of Eldoria now lies in ruins, consumed by darkness and ruled by the dreaded shadow King. The prophecy foretold of a chosen one an heir to the fallen kingdom who would rise and restore balance, but that savior has yet to be found. Aelric, a boy with no past, has lived a quiet life in the remote village of Rivenwood, never knowing his origins. But when mysterious travelers reveal that he carries the lost royal seal of Eldoria, Aelric is thrust into a destiny he never asked for. With dark forces looming and a kingdom in peril, Aelric must leave behind the only home he's ever known and embrace his role as the lost heir. Alongside a band of unlikely allies, mages, warriors, and creatures of legend, Aelric embarks on a dangerous journey to the ancient city of Elanor, the last bastion of hope against the growing threat of the Shadow King. But as shadows close in and betrayal lurks around every corner, Aelric must learn to harness the mysterious powers within him before it's too late.

In the arid wastelands of Latin America stands **Solitary Bastion**, a fortress-like prison housing the nation's most dangerous criminals—cartel bosses, gang leaders, and unrepentant killers. In this volatile world of corruption and survival, the rules of morality are as fragile as the lives of those who dare uphold them. After dying in an underground fight, **Robert Viera**, a former boxer, finds himself reincarnated as a prison guard in this treacherous facility. Armed with a mysterious ability to see the full extent of someone's criminal life—and gain power by capturing or eliminating wrongdoers—Robert must navigate a labyrinth of danger, deceit, and deadly alliances. When Robert kills a cartel enforcer in self-defense during a prison riot, he becomes a marked man, targeted by the cartel and betrayed by his corrupt superiors. As conspiracies close in, Robert uncovers that even his warden and colleagues are players in a larger, sinister plot to silence him for good. With no one to trust and enemies lurking in every shadow, Robert must rely on his street smarts, fighting skills, and newfound abilities to survive. But in a place where justice is bought and loyalty is fleeting, will Robert's quest for redemption make him the savior of the prison—or its next victim? **"Shadows in the Bastion"** is a gripping tale of survival, betrayal, and one man's fight to expose the truth in a world where the lines between law and crime blur into darkness.

The Last Ruler of The Last Bastion, Zenith Ultima, a robot who has a human conscience, that was how it was in game but now that Jake has been sent into the game, and Zenith is his in-game avatar for over 12 years, he must learn how he got there and if its possible to leave all while not telling the Guardians.

When the Abyssal Beasts broke into Bastion, one of the last strongholds of humanity, they killed Jack’s parents right in front of him. That experience haunts him still, years after. His only hope of revenge is to become a Combat Manifestor, a person with extraordinary powers gifted to them by their System and fight with the rest of what is left of humanity against the Abyssal monsters that took his parents. So when Jack manifests the Sovereign of Insects System that allows him to breed and control insects, he realises he has a chance to push back the hordes of beasts that have threatened humanity for the last 300 years. Armed with his minions and his closest friends, Jack will one day lead humanity into a world of safety, free from Abyssal beasts. But first, he has to grow strong enough to fight back.

Une histoire qui se déroule dans un univers où la réalité peut être altérée par l'esprit par un procédé communément appelé magie. En 2142, soit 33 ans après la Grande révélation, la magie a commencé à s'intégrer à la société. Cette pratique autrefois cachée est passée brusquement au premier plan, et le monde en a été bouleversé. Dans ce contexte, des Crises ont commencé à émerger de part et d'autres du globe, mettant en péril l'humanité. Le Prometheus est une organisation dédiée à la résolution des Crises. Elle envoie ses membres aux quatre coins du monde afin de protéger l'humanité. Au moment où Seth Silencemaker rejoint le Prometheus, une mission vient d'être mise en place, appelée l'Arche. Il décide immédiatement d'y prendre part, impatient de vivre une aventure inoubliable.

When Bastion ran away from home at sixteen he thought he’d never care for anyone ever again, that is until he found a mysterious lamp on an unsuccessful day of treasure hunting. It soon turns out that this is no ordinary lamp but a vessel for Idriah, a powerful female jinn- a genie. Can Bastion face his feelings for her? Can he keep her from the clutches of the rest of the crew?

Centuries ago, a mysterious energy called "Mana" revolutionized society, but it led humans to face an unprecedented crisis: the "Great Fall". After centuries of intensive use of mana, flora and fauna mutated, becoming more powerful and intelligent. Confronted with this threat, humanity takes refuge in the bastions, the 21 fortresses, to survive. Humans also begin to mutate, developing greater physical and intellectual abilities, as well as special powers called "systems" and "stigmata". However, a scientist warns of an even more devastating imminent threat: insects, organized and cruel, will mutate in turn. To counter this imminent threat, humans begin to study the beasts and learn to cultivate Mana like them. Mana exercises are created to accelerate this process and copy some of the characteristics, but changing exercises is difficult and risky. As the world struggles for survival, Rin, a semi-awakened with the power to perceive everything around him, finds himself at the heart of this turmoil, determined to find his place in a world in chaos and to protect those he loves from the surrounding dangers. ***************************************** Participate in WSA 2024

In the realms of the gods lies a threat so powerful that even the most powerful factions turned to ash overnight. As the last bastion of hope among the gods, the goddess of love summoned a hero to save the universe, but every other hero hates him. What's more, even the threat itself is against him more than anything.