Dark Horse Comics Star Wars Shadows Of The Empire

Ethan Grayson, a lone wolf shunned by his former pack, returns to his hometown after receiving news of his younger brother’s death under suspicious circumstances. Determined to uncover the truth, Ethan finds himself entangled in a web of secrets involving the current alpha, Marcus Kane, whose iron grip on the pack hides a sinister agenda. As Ethan digs deeper, he discovers a secret society operating in the shadows, manipulating both humans and shifters for their gain. With the help of Claire, a brave human detective who refuses to believe the supernatural doesn’t exist, Ethan must decide where his loyalties lie—protecting his family or exposing the corruption tearing apart everything he once held dear.

Deep in the colonized fringe of Rigel-4, a disgraced mech cadet becomes the galaxy's deadliest bargaining chip. Kyle Rayne trades his rust-stained wrench for an M-49 ballistics rifle—and a Silver Core neural implant corroding his sanity. But when an armored horde of flesh-devouring Void Worms obliterates his battalion, Kyle uncovers the Dominion’s pact with four cosmic monstrosities feeding on human psionic essence: the Spiritweb Cultivator, Stellar Abyss Devourer, Desire Forge Mech-Spirit, and Shadowghost Wraith. To survive, he must pilot a derelict Titan siege mech hardwired to his dead mother’s DNA—and dismantle an empire selling soldiers as living chaff to alien gods.

The Holy Empire is in decline. Religious and cultural schisms wreak havoc on its internal politics, while revolutions are brewing in neighboring kingdoms. The aristocratic houses play endless power games amongst themselves, and the Emperor desperately abuses what little influence he has left to keep his rivals down. Amidst all of this, Arnold von Hohenfels, first son of the Margrave of Hohenfels, finds himself in the unfortunate position of having to attend the Imperial Academy, a notorious battleground of wits and brawn for ambitious young nobles. Armed with a magical gift that is as much a blessing as it is a curse, he must learn to navigate the treacherous waters of aristocratic entanglements. In the name of his family’s ambition, he must represent House Hohenfels' interests in this microcosm of Imperial politics, deal with his formidable enemies, form alliances of his own, and somehow keep his brash cousin Friedrich out of trouble. Frankly, he would much rather be anywhere else.

Eryndor Valesh was born into a peaceful village, but from the moment he could think, he knew something was wrong. Haunting dreams of distant battles, crumbling ruins, and a name he shouldn't recognize plague his mind. When a routine magical aptitude test reveals an ominous black aura—a power that should not exist—his life takes a dangerous turn. The village mage, Eldrin Faelor, warns him to keep his power hidden, but it’s too late. Someone is already watching. A hooded figure lurking in the shadows, whispering in his mind, calling him by a name long forgotten. As ancient forces awaken and his buried past begins to resurface, Eryndor is forced to ask himself: "Am I truly myself, or something far more dangerous?" The world fears what he might become. But perhaps… it should fear what he once was.

"I should have stayed home and played video games." This was Ray's last thought before darkness engulfed him after he was hit by a car. But surprisingly, instead of finding himself before the gates of hell after dying, Ray found out he was transmigrated into another world. The world Ray was transmigrated to was called Arora World, a place where you can use different kinds of skills, magic, and even acquire powerful classes. Ray found himself in the body of a young boy named Evan, who was studying in a hunter academy after awakening his abilities at the age of fourteen. At first, Ray was happy that he was transmigrated into the body of someone who had awakened his abilities and could use the magic he always wanted to use. However, as Ray went through Evan's memories, he finally realized that everything was not as simple as he had expected. Evan had a unique physique that didn't allow him to increase his power like other people. Because of this useless unique physique, Evan was the weakest hunter in the entire academy. And that was not all; the more Ray looked at Evan's memories, the more he realized just how troublesome his situation was. "I know I entered this body without buying a ticket, but isn't this too much?" Ray said in a depressed voice after going through Evan's memories. Will Ray be able to survive in this new world? Is the physique of his new body really useless? Join Ray on his adventure to find out.

(chapter 26) (Darth Cerus.) 27 year old Cale Lestin was born on a mysterious planet, Batuu. People believed that it was just a fairytale. On the planet, people was possessed with power. Greater than the Force. Cale Lestin left the planet when he was 7 years old. He went to Coruscant, home of the Galactic Empire. Then he started his new life as a Sith Lord. He was assigned to kill Padme Amidala, but when he falls in love with her their new life starts together.

In alternative reality, what if a young padawan that is a descendant of the great Jedi Master Avar Kriss, helped transform the Jedi Order forever and hook some girls in the mean time. (This novel will have elements of the legends to).

When the Great War finally came to an end and the forces of "good" emerged victorious, the once-mighty empire crumbled into dust. Its rulers were defeated, its armies scattered, and its legacy branded as a dark stain on history. But not all remnants of the fallen empire vanished. One survivor remains—a descendant of the so-called "evil" side. She is the last of her bloodline, carrying the weight of a shattered past. With the world now against her, she must decide: Will she seek revenge against those who destroyed everything she knew? Will she hide her lineage and try to live a life of peace? Or does fate have an entirely different path in store for her? In a world that refuses to forget the sins of her ancestors, she must carve her own destiny—whether in the shadows or in the light.

A good young man who died while protecting a small girl from human traffickers got chance from the God as that girl grows up and becomes a super power and helps the society. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Diclaimer English is not my first language. It is also my first time writing this stuff. So, please take easy on me. All the copyrights belongs to the Original Creators _________________________________________________________________________ Tags #Smart MC #Genius MC #Business #Business Management #Fanfic #Hollywood #Tecnology #Games

Alexis Francisco, a gifted young man from a wealthy and historic lineage in modern-day Butuan, Philippines, is betrayed and murdered by envious relatives. Yet, fate grants him a second chance. Reincarnated as Siagu Alexie, heir to the Empire of Butuan in an alternate universe, he must navigate a world of politics, warfare, and monarchy. Armed with his modern knowledge and unwavering resolve, Siagu embarks on a journey to unite a fragmented empire, uphold its sovereignty, and forge a legacy of prosperity amidst the tumultuous tides of history. A gripping tale of ambition, resilience, and the burden of destiny. Notice: This novel is not intended to insult or degrade any culture, race, ethnicity, or religion. If ever you are offended because of this novel, I would like to apologize in advance. Also, English isn't my first language so please bear with the repetitive words, grammatical error, and wrong usage of filler words, and many more. Hope you understand GENRES: Low-Fantasy, Alternate Universe, History, Racism, Kingdom Building, Romance, Wars, Low-History, Non-Harem, Monarchy, & Religion --------------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone. I am Holy_Slayer, a newbie writer based in the Philippines. This novel is inspired by my hometown’s history and my love for monarchy. I would like to apologize in advance as this novel might be offensive to some readers who are too nationalistic. If you ever wanted to read this, be open-minded and forget your lesson in our history as this novel will not be touching 100% in history despite having a ‘history’ as one of its genres, but I am trying to incorporate some historical events and people in my story. NOTE: The Rajahnate of Butuan is a real kingdom that existed in 988. For discord server: https://discord.com/invite/KMmszZ3Crv

In a realm where rival empires and kingdoms are locked in a relentless struggle for supremacy, young Prince Abel finds his fate intertwined with that of a mysterious woman from a highly advanced civilization. As his kingdom teeters on the brink of collapse amidst a brutal civil war, Abel’s encounter with this enigmatic figure sparks a chain of events that will irrevocably change his life and the destiny of his people. Bound by a shared purpose and a solemn promise, Abel and the young woman embark on a journey that transcends the borders of his war-torn world.

In a world ravaged by a zombie apocalypse, emergency unit doctor Kate is thrust into a nightmare beyond her worst fears. As chaos reigns, she transforms from a timid caregiver into a fierce survivor, navigating the remnants of civilization in search of her missing brother. Along the way, Kate encounters a group of survivor who ignites feelings she never expected But survival is a double-edged sword. Kate must rely on her newfound strength and the bonds she’s forged to find safety. Just when she believes she’s found a sanctuary, kate has to look for more survivor. Along with her new found friends, Kate faces the horrors of the world and the uncertainty In a gripping tale filled with humor, resilience, and unexpected love, Shadows of the Undead explores the depths of human connection in a landscape where every heartbeat could be your last. Will Kate find her way and discover a future worth fighting for, or will the shadows consume her forever?

Ethan, a man from the modern world, awakens in a medieval land ruled by swords and magic. With no powers of his own, he refuses to be just another commoner. Instead, he wields the greatest weapon of all—knowledge. From the forge to the fields, he introduces steel stronger than any sword, machines that change farming forever, and ideas that shake the foundations of power. But progress breeds enemies. Nobles and warlords fear his influence, and ancient forces stir as the world resists change. With allies by his side and rivals in his path, Ethan embarks on a journey to revolutionize an entire world—one invention at a time. But in a realm where power is dictated by strength, can one man’s knowledge reshape destiny?

“Everything is shrouded by uncertainty; but the Unknown, is something that I fancy.” -Them Every conundrum present in every universe is as scary as Death. It is very much contrary to being aware of the way of life, as it is the Unprecedented itself—it cannot be foretold. Being interested in studying the unknown is scary as it purely is. How about liking it? Or worse, requesting to live in it? Isn't that crazy? “I am just a college student. How did I end up in this kind of situation?” “Haah...The child's idiocy caused this much damage? What's gonna happen to my perfect life?” They are billions of light years away from one another, so how come one day, they met each other? Is it because of Fate? Was it stated in a prophecy? Or because of the Unknown?

Am back, I wont forgive and I wont forget' The once rightful heiress of the Jing Group, after her mother’s death, lives as an outcast in her own family, was betrayed and died tragical "A cheating fiancé that broke my heart? Screw him, Let's make a deal with the richer Demon!" "They all abandoned me? I can't call them my friends!" "My Father disowned me? That's fine, I will take back my house and money, and see where he goes!" Mr. Damon lets make a deal "Danger is approaching, I can help you a evade it" Lisa Stated Damon Carven Zichen the Dark Prince, rich & powerful businessman and a feared secret mafia boss. Behind his mask, he controls the underworld with an iron grip, never revealing his true face. After Two years ...... "Mr. Damon our deal is over, sign the divorce paper" Damon smirk "My lady, are you forgetting that you are pregnant?" All of him is for her. Challenges will arise, chaos will commence, and drama will ensue - - - - - Novel Status: Ongoing. Note: This is an original story by me (Ereal001) and not a translation :) This book is found exclusively on webnovel.com. Please DO NOT repost it anywhere else. Author's Instagram: author_ereal

That night, when a Kryptonian ship with a baby crashed on Mike Kent’s family farm, and when he... Read more That night, when a Kryptonian ship with a baby crashed on Mike Kent’s family farm, and when he decided to adopt that child the golden finger of crossover was thus activated, he understood that his life was about to change.Superman Clark Kent, Professor X Charles Kent, Magneto, Eric Kent…When he became the father of these men, the strongest family was born!

In a world devastated by a zombie apocalypse, Zayn emerges as a mysterious young man with a secret. With his split personality, he wields two unique systems—one healing and full of light, the other destructive and shrouded in darkness. As he fights to survive, Zayn uncovers secrets that could change the fate of humanity. Alongside a fearless girl who sees him for who he truly is, he embarks on a journey to face danger and discover himself. Light or darkness? Which side will prevail?

Fabio Reis is surrounded with mysterious persons and death of his closed ones make him to take revenge for his fallen friends. He soon finds outs that his enemies are not humans... Instagram :- Mystryalex

In a world under siege, humanity faces its darkest hour. Demons from another realm have invaded, bringing chaos and destruction. But we're not going down without a fight.

I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/639055/fictions. Please support me in Royal Road. ***** The Earth was viewed and considered as a useless planet, and was discarded alongside with its inhabitants due to its lack of Mana. It was inhabited by the "Humans". The humans were known to be the weakest race yet they were also regarded as the most intelligent of all races. Humans were normal beings who were only focused on creating and evolving by using their intelligence. In addition, they also used martial arts as a power tool to become stronger. They were completely surprised when they learnt of other races existence such as the Elves, Dwarves, Fees, Demons and many other beings whose strengths and powers were beyond their imagination. But what surprised them the most was to find out that there were humans like them who possessed great powers like the other races. These humans resided in two different places, the first one is the "Azua Empire" and the second one is "Juptier Planet" they self-proclaimed themselves as the descendants of the gods, since they possessed divine powers and mighty abilities. The normal humans couldn't yet fully accept the fact that there actually existed mighty beings, until Aella, a stunningly beautiful girl, came to the city of Sion. After being born, Aella May Scarlet, the legitimate daughter of the Pearls family, a family who are known as the most influential, powerful and wealthy family in Sion city, was swapped with the Zeiner family's daughter and was abandoned by them in the most dangerous forests known as the "Eclipse Kingdom", which was filled with mystical and monstrous creatures. Aella was found and raised by her master/father Otiz Scarlet, a man who is regarded to be the strongest man on earth. When Aella turned ten years old, Otiz began to train her as he realised that Aella possessed mighty powers and skills. ---------- In a deserted land stood two men, an elderly woman and a little girl. Suddenly, the taller man, Otiz, let out a long sigh and said, "....Aella". "Mm" answered the little girl Otiz raised his eyes and looked at the mess created by Aella and spoke again. "I can't believe you actually destroyed an entire kingdom." The little girl scanned with cold eyes the place that looked like a desert, she then looked at her master and flatly said. "You told me to do it." ".....! What?" "I did!?." *** AUTHOR'S NOTE Hello everyone, this is Nedjyna the author of this novel. This is my own original novel, and it is copyrighted. Please support me in Royal road. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/639055/fictions Also I would like to say: THANK YOU VERY MUCH to everyone who are reading my novel.

Dante is nobody—just another face in the shadows of the city’s underworld, scraping by on petty theft and survival instincts. But when a brutal encounter with the Iron Fist, the most powerful gang in the city, leaves him broken and bleeding, something inside him snaps. Awakening with the memories and skills of Victor, a legendary underworld kingpin, Dante realizes he’s no longer the helpless street rat he once was. Now, he’s a force to be reckoned with. With Victor’s cunning and his own street-smart grit, Dante sets out to dismantle the Iron Fist piece by piece. From high-tech heists to brutal street battles, he’s determined to carve out his own empire in the heart of the city’s criminal underworld. But the Iron Fist’s ruthless leader, Carlos, isn’t about to let some upstart take what’s his. As the stakes rise and the body count grows, Dante must outwit, outfight, and outlast his enemies to claim his place at the top.

In the year 2400, Earth is a sprawling network of towering megacities and interstellar colonies, ruled not by governments but by mega-corporations and dynastic elites. Karl Wright, the brilliant and ruthless CEO of Wright Conglomerate, was a man who shaped empires with a signature and crushed rivals with a single decision. But power breeds envy, and betrayal came from those closest to him. Stripped of his empire and murdered in cold blood, Karl thought his story had ended. Yet fate had other plans. Reborn as Chen Wei, the youngest son of a disgraced corporate family, Karl awakens in a world where his name is a distant memory, and his family struggles at the bottom of society’s brutal hierarchy. With nothing but the memories of his past life, Chen Wei vows to rise again. But in this era of ruthless corporate warfare, advanced AI, and interplanetary intrigue, the path to power is more treacherous than ever. Rejected by allies and enemies alike, Chen Wei must outthink, outmaneuver, and outlast those who stand in his way. This time, failure is not an option. Rejected by all, he will claim his revenge and carve his place among the stars.

Élise made her way to her favorite section, the classic novels, when her eyes fell on a book she had never noticed before. A small black volume, almost too simple to attract attention, but its title, "Shadows on the Past," struck her like an electric shock. She grabbed it almost instinctively, her trembling fingers caressing the cover. There was something intriguing, something sinister about the title, something that seemed to resonate with the darkness buried deep within her own heart. She opened it without hesitation and lost herself in the first lines, diving into a world of words that, strangely, touched her more deeply than she could have imagined. The narrator of this book seemed to know exactly how she felt, that inner void, that weight of the soul. Every sentence seemed to be written for her. Every word brought her back to her own demons. The moment she closed the book, almost reflexively, she felt a presence behind her. A slight shiver ran down her spine, a discomfort she couldn't explain. She slowly turned around, her eyes locking onto a figure standing at the entrance of the bookstore. A man, tall, with a piercing gaze, dressed in a dark suit that contrasted with the intimate atmosphere of the place. He seemed unremarkable, but something in his gaze, an intensity she couldn't describe, made her feel... watched. He stepped toward her, a slight smile playing at the corner of his lips, as though he already knew everything about her. "This book... does it seem familiar to you?" Surprised that he even knew which book she was holding, Élise blinked and nodded slowly. "I... I don’t know. It just drew me in." The man made a vague gesture, as if he didn’t think much of the question. "Sometimes, books find us before we even seek them. They reveal truths about ourselves that we were unaware of."

In the dead of winter, beneath a bleak sky, a lone child flees through a vast, snow-covered forest, chased by men whose swords gleam with deadly intent. His breath is ragged, his steps faltering, but he doesn’t dare slow down. With every crunch of snow beneath armored boots drawing closer, the child knows he’s running out of time. When a single misstep sends him tumbling to the frozen ground, all seems lost. His pursuers close in, their blades raised, ready to strike. But something stirs in the shadows of the forest, something ancient, something watching. The chase may have ended, but the story is just beginning.

Title: "Echoes of Destiny" Synopsis: In the mystical realm of Aerion, where magic and mystery intertwine, a group of unlikely heroes is brought together by fate to face a looming threat that threatens to engulf their world in darkness. Volume 1: "Echoes of Destiny" Follows the journey of X and his companions as they embark on a quest filled with danger, adventure, and self-discovery. As they hone their skills and forge bonds of friendship, they find themselves drawn into a battle against a powerful Lord who seeks to unleash chaos upon the land. With the fate of Aerion hanging in the balance, X and his companions must confront their own fears and doubts, navigating treacherous terrain and facing formidable adversaries along the way. Through trials and triumphs, they learn the true meaning of courage, sacrifice, and the power of unity. Volume 2: "Shadows of Revelation" Continues the epic saga as X and his companions face new challenges and uncover startling revelations about their world and themselves. As the shadows of war loom ever closer, they must delve deeper into the mysteries of Aerion, confronting ancient prophecies and long-buried secrets. With the fate of their world hanging in the balance, X and his companions must rise to meet their destiny, facing enemies both old and new in a battle for the very soul of Aerion. With richly drawn characters, breathtaking action, and a world brimming with magic and wonder, "Echoes of Destiny" is an epic fantasy tale that will captivate readers from beginning to end, leaving them eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the adventure.

Salvatore "Il Lupo" Conti, the most feared and ruthless mafia boss of 1960s Sicily, built an empire of blood and power, ruling the underworld with an iron fist. But not even his cunning and violence could fend off death. Succumbing to cancer at the age of 65, Salvatore takes his final breath, expecting the darkness of oblivion—or perhaps the fires of hell—to claim him. Instead, he awakens decades into the future, reincarnated in the body of Viktor Sokolov, a young, battered thug struggling to survive in the chaotic streets of post-Soviet Moscow. Stripped of his old identity but not his mind, memories, or instincts, Salvatore finds himself in an unfamiliar and brutal new world of corrupt officials, violent gangs, and ruthless oligarchs.