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Castor Pollux

The Steam of Night

The Steam of Night is a gripping tale of mystery, intrigue, and the clash between the forces of science and the supernatural in a Victorian-era steampunk world. At the heart of the story is Graham "Gray" Marlowe, an unassuming clerk working in the Ministry of Antiquities, whose insatiable curiosity leads him to uncover a web of dark conspiracies plaguing the fog-shrouded metropolis. Gray's investigation begins when he stumbles upon patterns in newspaper clippings detailing strange disappearances and unexplained phenomena, all linked to a mysterious phenomenon known as the "Steam of Night." This ethereal vapor, which emerges at midnight, holds the key to an ancient power called Aethercraft – a fusion of science and sorcery that allows individuals to wield supernatural abilities. Drawn deeper into this mystery, Gray soon finds himself entangled with a dangerous cult seeking to harness the Steam of Night for their own nefarious ends. Joined by a ragtag coalition of allies, including the no-nonsense Captain Elara Valen and the brilliant Aetherpsychologist Aurora Vance, Gray navigates the city's treacherous underbelly, uncovering the cult's plans to corrupt the central Aetherworks and unleash an ancient cosmic entity upon the world. Through a series of escalating conflicts, Gray demonstrates a natural affinity for Aethercraft, using his growing powers to thwart the cult's designs and uncover deeper layers of conspiracy. Gray's journey leads him to the remote Western Isles, where he discovers the Sanctum of Noctis – an ancient monastery built atop the ruins of a long-forgotten civilization that first harnessed the power of the Night Aether. Here, Gray confronts the cult's aristocratic leader, Baroness Blackwood, in a battle for control of an ancient portal known as the Moon Gate – a gateway to the realm of the looming cosmic horror, the "Ancient One." Gray's harrowing experience leaves him forever changed, his hair turned ashen white, and a deeper connection to the Night Aether. Returning to the Imperial Capital, Gray finds the city on the brink of crisis as the veil between worlds begins to shatter, unleashing supernatural chaos. Rallying his allies, including the steadfast Sister Seraphine and the brilliant inventor Clara Rivette, Gray confronts the mastermind behind the cult's machinations – the supposedly dead Prince Castor, now known as "Eclipse." In a climactic battle that threatens the very fabric of reality, Gray pushes the limits of his Aethercraft abilities, ultimately making the ultimate sacrifice to restore the balance between the mortal realm and the ancient, unknowable forces that lie beyond. In the aftermath, Gray's allies carry on his legacy, establishing new institutions to monitor and contain the lingering supernatural threats. Yet, in the final moments, a mysterious transmission from Gray himself suggests that his story is not over, hinting at the possibility of his return from the other side of the Veil, where the "Steam of Night" continues to flow eternal.
ItsJusTitan · 15 Views

Reincarnated as a dwarf blacksmith npc

Castor was a man with a good job, so he never had to worry about the money he was not interested in games until he saw the trailer of a game called Fancy, he had never felt that excitement. When he finished watching the trailer he bought the game and waited for the expected day to arrive and started playing until the 8-hour time limit was up, he was excited and happy, he had really enjoyed the game. Over the years, he became a veteran of the game and was well-respected by the gaming community. He helped whoever he could, he couldn't dedicate all his time to the game, but when he played he enjoyed it as if it was the first time. Although the game was not as successful as expected it had the necessary success but as the years went by the players were leaving the game did not receive many updates, but this never bothered Castor he had reached the maximum level of all professions and races now he only needed to reach the maximum level of dwarf and blacksmith they were going to add it in the next update, so he was excited. He thought today was going to be a normal day, but when he logged in, he got a big screen that said. "The game servers are going to close tomorrow so sorry for the late notice to reward you a little bit you can use all the items in the game, and you can max out your character hope you enjoy it special thanks to Castor for always playing our game sorry great player." When he read that he was immediately sad, but now he had to enjoy himself to the fullest he saw that there were many more players he played and played until the imminent end came thousands of players gathered he saw familiar faces he had not seen in a long time he was happy but so sad. A big black screen appeared, it was all over, what was he going to do now? I was so sad, but I had heard that a new game was coming out, I was going to check it out, but now I had to give it all up I needed a break. Time passed quickly, it had been a year since they closed the game, and he had given himself a big break, so he took a look at the game he had heard had already come out a few months ago, and it looked excellent, so he bought it. The capsule arrived, and he saw that the interface was similar to the fantasy he looked at the interface again he wanted to be a dwarf as a blacksmith the game warned him that blacksmithing and dwarves were very difficult, but he didn't care. He had his character ready and wanted to appear randomly in fantasy he just wanted to have fun but in this game, he wants to be the best even if it is very difficult. He appeared in a snowy biome full of mountains, and saw his surroundings a little more there was a house that came in it was cozy as if he had been there a long time ago he explored more there was a blacksmith shop with everything needed for a blacksmith.
therock · 16.8K Views

ENCHANTED BY LUCIFER

Sold to a club, as a stripper by her own parents, at the age of 18. Ariana Cyril, thinks she have seen the worst of life, but got the shock of her life, 3 years later, when she heard the news of her arranged marriage with, Dion Castor. The New York richest billionaire bachelor. He is a ruthless and heartless play boy, who just appear from nowhere to dominate the business world, as he is with no background or past criminal records. Considering how rich he is, Aria should be happy that she is getting married to a wealthy man, as she is from a poor family, but due to his cold and bad reputation, she is dreading the mere thought of it. Determine to get herself out of her parents mess and saddened by the news of her, getting married to a stranger, She went to a club, far from where she works, to take a few drinks and forget her problem a bit. But she end up getting drunk and meeting a hot, handsome, daring young man, who set her heart, body and soul on fire, with his sweet touches, deep voice and caresses. One thing leads to another, and they had a fun filled night of passion. Waking up the next morning, with an awful headache, she finds out that she is alone in the room stark naked, with nothing to keep her company but the memories of what happened in the night and a little white note on the bed that states "I'm coming soon to take you home! Be prepared. From Lucifer" Waving it outside as a mere bluff and laughing at the odd name. 3 months passed, without hearing from the handsome man who have filled her thoughts and dreams with his handsome face and thoughts. On the 4th month, when she have start going back to her old self, the guy she had a one night stand affair with, appeared, with a ridiculous proposal.
Daoistl476bw · 27.5K Views
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