Upland Zorana Cave Shrine

"Sword Cultivators may die standing, but they shall never live on their knees!" Xie Xuanyi fell into the Northern Sea, yet, under the nourishment of the "Undying Spring," he unexpectedly welcomed a second life. Chronic ailments had faded, and new flames reignited. A single ember can set the fields ablaze. Enchantresses, Sword Immortals, Buddhist disciples... A multitude of demons danced chaotically as a great tide approached, heralding another golden age! In his previous life, his body was frail; in this life, he would refine his body with golden vital energy, achieving indestructible, crystal-clear Vajra bones! If the three hundred flying swords of the past were all broken, then he would forge an entire Sword Qi Cave Heaven! "Talismans, formation patterns, Daoist techniques—I only know so much—" Xie Xuanyi sat alone within a great array, with his former long sword placed across his knees. "Who says the path realized by Sword Cultivators can only be the Sword Dao?"

Disasters descended one after another, like updates in a game: Rampant virus (Completed), Magnetic storms (Completed), Extreme cold catastrophe (Completed), Torrential floods (Completed), Scorching heat waves (In progress).

Pei Qin, upon transmigration, was instantaneously drenched in a basin of misery. The Scholar father was murdered on his way to the exams, and eldest uncle Jian Shen had two households. There was a son from the second wife, but neither grandparents nor villagers liked him, and he was also a thorn in the side of eldest aunt. Valuing sons over daughters, they wanted to sell her to buy land. Malnourished and poorly clad, her mother and siblings toiled like beasts of burden. Before she could strive for a better life, that already deceased Scholar father came back to life. He'd married a rich man's daughter? Sired two sons? Life was so hard, yet it drove his wife to her death. Pei Qin looked at her emaciated younger siblings, her hands trembling: To the mountains!! ———————— Lived in caves, built a hut, ate wild vegetables, gathered wild fruits. In poverty-stricken days, Pei Qin led her siblings to quietly amass wealth and silently prosper. Just as they were about to thrive, another wave of misfortune was thrown their way! Pei Qin with hands on hips: If you want to play the scoundrel, I'll make sure you're reduced to nothing! ********************

When Haruki woke up, he found himself in a damp cave, surrounded by the mangled bodies of humans and other mortal creatures. He had no memory of how he’d gotten there, where he was, or even who he was. A katana lay beside him, and for reasons he couldn’t understand, it clung to him as if it had chosen him. With no other options, he wandered the world for years, barely learning how to wield the blade while relying on it to fend off creatures and earn a meager livelihood. Finding answers about his identity took a backseat to more immediate concerns—like where his next meal would come from. Haruki had all but resigned himself to a life of aimless survival when he saw him. The General. A man who dominated the battlefield, winning one sword fight after another. His movements were a mesmerizing blend of beauty and savagery, and they captured Haruki’s very soul. Before his mind could process what he was doing, his body moved—reckless and unbidden. He followed him through life and death, his eyes never straying from his back. Until the day he stood beside him as the one and only person entrusted with protecting his back, he finally voiced his wish. “General,” Haruki called out, his voice steady and resolute. “Let’s fight. If I win, you’re mine.” ~#~#~#~#~#~ Bright and lively gong (Haruki) x calm and collected shou (Lanling) #GongProtagonist

The Hasu Mountains are believed to hold many tales, the most notable being Paradise Shrine, led by a divine being known as Douma who's said to bring peace and eternity. However, a sudden climatic catastrophe changes all that with the arrival of a surreal visitor, creating numerous doubts about Douma's sincerity among many individuals. With humanity's efforts being futile against these oncoming disasters, Douma may be the only hope, for the showdown between other worlds will determine the fate of the future. I don't own Douma and some of the characters, they belong to Gotouge Koyoharu. AngelSubzero is also on Wattpad and Quotev. Published: November 11 2023

Harold Golden shrine lived his whole life as a weapon just to neutralize monsters and demons. After so many years of fighting, he finally found peace and comfort but not all the things were as he dreamed of...

When the gods left the earth, they ascended to heaven. However, there were those who stayed behind, and they came to be called dragons. In time, the souls of the humans began to desire the unlimited power that would have kept them at the top of the tower of power. So the dragons disappeared from the earth's vastness. The humans' short leash on each other destroyed the era of harmony and began a period of wars and losses. The years would pass, and it would all come to nothing. But the wave which rose in the past will some day reach the coast with the tempest. One day, while collecting herbs, the adepts found a block of ice in a cave with an unknown man chained to it. When he came to, he realised that it had been more than a year since the last time he had remembered anything. Long forgotten by everyone, he begins to search for the memories lost to time. Little by little, he became the man of whom the prophets spoke — the man who would lower the rope of the guillotine over the heads of the sinners who thought they were Gods.

I, the protagonist, was just an ordinary NEET, but suddenly I was reincarnated as a tiny white snake in a fantasy world where legendary creatures and gods exist. Not only that, but I awakened in a cave as the offspring of a terrifying Medusa Serpent. Armed with only my human knowledge and my indomitable mental strength, I'm forced to use cunning tactics and rapidly evolving skills to survive against far stronger monsters and humans... So begins the survival story of a former shut-in with incredible willpower, living as one of the lowest-ranked beasts in a world of magic! ᆖ Music suddenly started playing in my head. I'd been waiting for this moment for so long. 'Snakes! Assemble' ....

Volume 3 Forced away from the magical palace that has become home, Umeko embarks on a journey to The Creator of Japan's shrine with hopes of persuading him to come to his son's aid. Meanwhile, the seemingly all-powerful, Dragon King, Ryu, gains more control over the banished moon god's assets as he prepares to take over all the realms. Surrounded by danger and death during her fight to survive in a life that she previously wanted to abandon, does Umeko have what it takes to commit to her vow of saving Tsukiyomi from the ultimate evil trapping him from the inside? ***** WARNING This book contains graphic, adult content that may be triggering for some individuals, including but not limited to: the opposing forces of good and evil, talking to the Creator, manipulation, imprisonment, servitude, inner conflict, demonic possession, murder, sacrifice, self-loathing, de-programming from upbringing, near-death experience, idolization, differences between gods/humans/demons, blurred lines of friendship, betrayal, discussions of universal domination, casual sex, sex addiction, profanity, theft, mind games, same-sex content, psychological thrill, BDSM, humiliation, mention of group sex, abuse of power, wanting/begging to die, aftermath of self harm, talk of suicide, self-sabotage, harem activities/gossip, mention of threesomes/group sex, and drinking. ***** Find out where your donations go by copy & pasting: https://thisangelshine.wixsite.com/angelshine Stay connected to author's works: https://linktr.ee/thisangelshine

The world of Aerthos is fractured. In Aerthos, once a bastion of order and piety, an unknown war breaks out between thirteen kingdoms and 9 gods. At the end of the war, a god named Raia and the last 3 kingdoms survive. Revy Gray, found as a baby in the cave, is a child with three personalities: The first is the ability to neutralize spells, the second is a gambler, and the third is a swordsman. One day the goddess Raia tells him that he is the chosen one and offers him to kill the three remaining kings in exchange for information about his lost past. Aria has her own plans. He sets out with the team Aria gives him and his first goal is to kill the water king Edmir, but Revy has plans of his own.

When his father is killed and his family threatened by a lunatic god king, Arthur is forced to climb the cave of kings in search of supreme power, before the people he loves die...

In a world where power manifests through ancient "Keys" and "Locks," each with unique abilities tied to destruction or protection, young Lockey struggles to find his place. Born without either power, he's bullied and ostracized until a traumatic confrontation with a classmate changes his fate forever. In a moment of desperation, Lockey unlocks a hidden strength: the Universal Key of String, one of seven legendary Keys that grant their wielders unimaginable abilities. This key grants him the power to cut through anything, setting him on a path filled with danger and mystery. As Lockey navigates a world of secret powers, shadowy cults, and complex alliances, he discovers that the Universal Keys—ranging from the reality-bending Key of Inverse to the deadly Key of Poison—are coveted by many. Among them is the mysterious Dominus cult, a group determined to rule the world by controlling the Universal Keys. At the heart of Dominus are two enigmatic brothers, Cyrus, who can manipulate the world like a computer program, and Corin, who wields the elements through color manipulation. Together, they pose a threat far greater than Lockey could have ever imagined. With friends and foes emerging at every turn, Lockey must master his own powers while unraveling the secrets of the Universal Keys. Alongside his allies, including the complex and dangerous Pinnochi, Lockey embarks on a journey across dimensions, through deadly caves, and into the very heart of the Dominus cult’s sinister plans. But as his powers grow, so does the burden they bring, and Lockey will need to decide whether he can hold onto his humanity—or if he will be consumed by the power he now controls.

In a world veiled with ancient mysteries and forgotten powers, a book titled In Search of True Heart serves as a key to unlocking miraculous secrets left behind by legendary saints. Hidden within a mythical cave lies a box containing three miracle stones, said to grant unimaginable abilities—but only to those with a pure heart. Many have sought it, none have returned. Rudra, a passionate seeker of historical mysteries, vanishes alongside his wife, Ambika, under sinister circumstances. Their son, Rajeev, a beloved doctor in a small village, stumbles upon an injured young woman with no memory of her past. As Rajeev cares for her, he discovers she holds secrets tied to his father’s disappearance—and a pet tiger that defies explanation. As their bond deepens into marriage, Rajeev finds himself drawn into a web of danger, betrayal, and ancient forces beyond comprehension. Who is this enigmatic woman? What dark truths surround his family’s tragic past? And who—or what—is hunting Rajeev as he uncovers the path to the ultimate power? A tale of love, mystery, and destiny unfolds, testing the boundaries of courage and faith.

Imagination was the eye of the soul, the beginning of creation. Despite her immense power, the Supreme Goddess of Mysterious Origin had to seal herself after saving the world from the threat of destruction. However, she was sent to another world by the universe's will. Ely was a girl suffering from partial memory loss. She was known as the shrine priestess of the Sacred Mountain. One day, she received the holy mission to unseal her Goddess Master. She got her priorities straight. However... The pets she adopted became the Demon Kings, capable of suppressing the world. The tree she planted became the World Tree, forming a bridge between heaven and earth. The passerby who received enlightenment from her became the Sage who led the entire generation. The disciples she nurtured became bigshots known across the three worlds. When she looked back... The street painter who pestered her for her handicrafts and paintings turned out to be a God. The young priestess she recruited was actually the number one saintess from the Divine World. She was known as the holy saintess. Yet, she still referred to herself as a mortal.

In the shadow of an ancient curse, where myths of immortality and whispers of demons collide, a ragtag group of warriors, mages, and clerics embarks on a perilous journey into the unknown. Bound by fragile alliances and haunted by secrets, they face not only the creatures lurking in the dark but also the specters of their own pasts. As their path unfolds, trust falters, alliances crack, and the line between light and darkness blurs. What truly lies within the depths of the Immortal Cave? And how much of their humanity will they sacrifice to uncover it? Step into a world of danger and deception, where every shadow hides a truth more harrowing than the last. The answers lie just beyond the light—if you dare to seek them. our story is also available on wattpad, bable novel and maybe soon on Royal road

Doric lost his life in an instant when he tried to protect the girl he loved. In return for his selfless act, he is reincarnated as a floating, undead skull only to wake in a mysterious cave. Discovered by Nyssa, a dark elf who also seems to have recently arrived in this world. They uncover secrets of the world and slowly come to find that he may be a monster but the world around them is filled with worse.

In a mystical forest bathed in moonlight, an extraordinary young girl named Liuli emerges, reborn into a world of wonder and danger. At just seven or eight years old, she possesses an ethereal beauty: flowing blue hair, delicate features, and a calm strength that belies her tender age. Perched atop a sleek black panther named Xiao Hei, her loyal companion, she journeys through a land shrouded in mystery. Guided by her innate connection to water magic, Liuli discovers the enigmatic Dark Water Pool, a shimmering lake radiating an otherworldly blue light. With grace that defies nature, she walks across its surface, her very presence resonating with the magical energies within. There, she hones her water manipulation skills, drawing strength from the elemental forces that dance and play around her, bonding with them in an almost playful harmony. As dawn breaks and sunlight graces her serene figure, Liuli feels the surge of power within her-a sign she is on the brink of advancing her magical abilities. She returns to her humble forest home, a cozy cave she has transformed into a sanctuary. By day, Xiao Hei hunts for sustenance while Liuli tends to their shared life, crafting order and warmth in their secluded haven. But this peaceful existence masks a deeper destiny. Liuli's quiet strength and growing power hint at a purpose far greater than survival. With every step, she draws closer to unlocking the secrets of her rebirth and the truth about the mysterious forces that tether her to this magical world. A tale of resilience, discovery, and the unbreakable bond between a girl and her panther, The Rebirth of Liuli is a story of magic, courage, and the pursuit of one's destiny.

Kojo awakens in a mysterious cave with fragmented memories and a strange voice in his mind. As he explores his surroundings, he discovers that the voice belongs to the most advanced AI on the planet. The AI explains that Kojo was part of a failed teleportation experiment, which transferred his soul into a new world - specifically, into the body of a game character he created. However, Kojo soon learns that he is no ordinary being. As a construct of Arcana, the energy behind supernatural phenomena, he is destined to become the Demon God, one of the two primordials responsible for creating the universe. With this newfound knowledge, Kojo embarks on a journey to save reality, accompanied by a diverse group of companions: a Vampire, an Elf ,Demihuman, a Succubus, and a Princess. Together, they must navigate treacherous landscapes and battle formidable foes to prevent the destruction of their realm. Along the way, Kojo will discover his true potential, confront his destiny, and perhaps even find love among his harem of companions. Join Kojo on his epic quest to become the Demon God and save the world from destruction.

There are different types of forbidden love. For example, when a sister loves her brother in a romantic way or when two blood relatives have erotic thoughts towards each other. But there is no love as forbidden as the love between an angel and a demon. It's just like black and white; they have zero similarities. What if this demon is the devil? The king of demons. After Lucifer's deception of mankind, the great and powerful wizards combined their magic and harnessed it to bind the devil in a coffin. But they knew of the devil's strength, so they sent a beautiful woman to his chambers. A woman whose beauty a man could never refuse. Through her, they were able to bind the devil in a coffin and left him inside a cage, magically locked by magical barriers to ensure he would never escape. But what happens when an angel walks into this cave after breaking the barrier?

"Not the hero the world hoped for, but the villain it never saw coming." Humanity is at war with the Dowolf Beasts, a relentless race that nearly wiped out civilization. Two years ago, ominous signs heralded their return: Dowolf portals reappeared, and warships emerged from the depths of space. Once more, the Dowolves have come to claim what remains of the world. The long war has twisted human society, driving people to pursue power at any cost. Greed and fear have turned even the innocent into ruthless power hunters, willing to destroy anyone who stands in their way. Kaiza, a young man born into this broken world, knows the cost of this struggle all too well—his parents were slain by these very hunters. Fleeing from their clutches, Kaiza stumbles upon an underground cave, its entrance mysteriously unlocked by a drop of his blood. Inside, he finds himself drawn into a strange game-like dimension, faced with a series of deadly puzzles. Solving them offers unimaginable power, but with a grave warning: failure means death, and refusing to play is not an option. Driven by grief and a thirst for vengeance, Kaiza is willing to risk everything. With each puzzle he conquers, he inches closer to avenging his parents and uncovering the truth behind his destiny. But in a world where power corrupts, Kaiza must decide: Will he become a hero—or succumb to the darkness within?

"James, a passionate modern historian specializing in ancient civilizations, especially the feats of Alexander the Great, embarks on a journey to explore ancient relics in Greece. But fate takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally tumbles into a mysterious cave. When he opens his eyes, he finds himself transported to a strange and ancient world. Confused and disoriented, he discovers that he has become the son of the mighty Alexander the Great. Surrounded by the unfamiliarity of the ancient palace and its inhabitants, James struggles to come to terms with his new identity and situation. As he navigates this new reality, he must face the challenges and opportunities that come with being part of one of the most powerful families in history. Will he be able to make a mark in this era and fulfill his destiny? Follow James on his extraordinary adventure through time and history."

In the vivid world of Noctyra, Hiro and Ronan unknowingly unleash an ancient evil when they shatter a hidden crystal within a secluded cave. Dark powers awaken within Hiro, pushing them to ally with other players, each with unique motives and extraordinary abilities, as they face the resurrected sage bent on reclaiming his lost power. Together, they must balance fragile alliances, uncover the mystery behind their newfound powers, and confront the encroaching darkness that threatens to consume their realm. In this struggle between light and shadow, they’ll learn that true strength is rooted in unity and friendship.

Aaron was born an orphan on the planet Arex, where beastmasters thrived while ordinary people were regarded as nobodies. These everyday individuals occupied the lowest tier of society, while beastmasters were considered nobles, enjoying a life of luxury and wielding immense power. However, Arex was not always like this. It was once a typical modern civilization where all humans were equal—merely frail mortals. This changed 100 years ago when portals from another dimension opened, unleashing countless giant beasts unknown to mankind. These creatures, with their supernatural abilities, proved impervious to modern weapons, plunging humanity into a dark age. After 20 years of this calamity, the first beastmaster was born—a lone bright star in a dark sky. Following his emergence, many other beastmasters appeared, and once-hopeless humanity began to fight back against the beasts, reclaiming their stolen land and reaching a stalemate. Humanity stabilized, and civilization thrived again. A new society was established with beastmasters at its center, leading to the construction of new cities, each guarded and ruled by a powerful, almost transcendental beastmaster. Aaron was designated with ordinary destiny; without a shred of any talent for taming beasts, he could only regretfully become an archaeologist, studying the remains of once-ordinary modern society. Exploring the ruins, he comes upon an underground cave; he dies in a weird turn of events. Reborn again as an orphan in a different primitive civilization, where everyone is a beastmaster, he finds new hope, a screen materializes in front of his eyes a voice chiming in, [Undead beasts emperor system bound, don't worry host! You shall be the strongest of them all.] With his newfound powers, Alex goes on an arduous journey, eventually standing at the zenith of all beastmasters, the sole emperor of all, the emperor of undead beasts

Exciting news! My novel will be published on Royal Road. Be sure to check it out! The roar of wyverns echoes across a land of forgotten gods. Beasts like Fenrir dominate the land, and survival hinges on magic and weapon techniques. I am Aether, reborn into this brutal existence, a slave with a painful past and a future seemingly carved in stone. But fate, it seems, has a twisted sense of humour. When hope dwindled to a flicker, I stumbled upon an ethereal cave. Inside, bathed in an alien glow, lay a magnificent beast - a dragon, scales shimmering pink and red. Fear threatened to consume me, but a defiant roar erupted from within. "I will never bend to your will, FATE!" The echo of that challenge hangs heavy in the air, a spark igniting in the darkness. This is where my story begins.

Chris tries an unbelievably realistic new game, but soon he realizes that something is terribly wrong. He can't logout! After surviving in a forest clearing with nothing except for a Shrine, he comes to the conclusion that he has been transported to a another world. He is probably in the fantasy world of the game he was trying out. Chris is your ordinary college student, so surviving on his own is a rude awakening. Luckily, he soon discovers a woman next to his makeshift camp. Oh no, she hits him with a branch. He has to make her trust him, and quickly, before she hits him again! After a bit of convincing, the woman introduces herself as Lady Amelia of the Moon. She is a beautiful and fierce Elf Priestess. Chris is immediately interested in her. Even better, she will lead him to a nearby village. Huzzah! He is rescued! This is the beginning of a fantastic journey filled with magic and deadly perils. Alongside Amelia, Chris will discover great power within himself and an even greater destiny! They will face ferocious opponents such as demons, werewolves, warlocks, undead, and even dragons on their journey to find and defeat a great and mysterious Evil. Over time, they may also develop feelings toward each other.

Ryu and Tony Kaisen, two determined brothers, win a marathon to secure their admission to the prestigious EX Agency, where they train alongside friends Kai, Jin, and the enigmatic Wei. As they delve into their training, they uncover rumors of a legendary weapon hidden within a mysterious cave, igniting their curiosity and sense of adventure. However, their excitement quickly turns to dread when dark forces and monstrous creatures emerge, threatening their lives and the safety of the agency. When Wei mysteriously disappears into the cave, Ryu, Tony, Kai, and Jin must band together to harness their newfound weapon powers and rescue him. As they confront ancient evils and unravel the secrets of their weapons, they learn that true strength lies not just in their abilities but in their unbreakable bond of friendship. United in purpose, they rise to become the legendary Sevpons, determined to protect their world from impending destruction.

The protagonist awakens in an endless void, surrounded by silence and darkness. A strange feeling of emptiness fills him, yet he doesn’t feel fear. It is as if everything has lost its meaning. Is he dead? Or is this the beginning of something else? He wonders, but finds no answer. His memories are foggy and fragmented. He was a 21-year-old student, leading an isolated life, knowing only books and wild animals. His world was quiet, dark, as if life itself was absent from his awareness. Then, in a moment of clarity, he finds himself somewhere else. But is it a place? Or just a thought he is floating in? Deep within an icy cave, surrounded by shattered bones, stands a massive statue of an ancient ice dragon guarding two mysterious eggs. Something in this scene pulls him in, as if the cave isn’t just a place, but the very heart of darkness itself. Is he still alive? Or merely a reflection of an old idea, one he no longer remembers?

In a world on the brink of extinction, five teenagers—Ezra, Zane, Ash, Lila, and Mira—unwittingly stumble upon a hidden cave during a hike. Inside, a mysterious red liquid pulls them in, transporting them to a strange, ancient world. There, they discover that the liquid has transformed them into vampires. As they struggle with their new powers, they learn of the vampire race's long decline. Once rulers of the galaxy, the vampires are now weak and scattered. Now, it’s up to these five teens to reclaim their legacy and lead the vampires back to their former glory, changing the fate of an entire race forever.

When the sky changed, the world followed. Dimensions collided, birthing an Earth teeming with magic and peril. Silas awakens in a mysterious cave, roots entwined in his body, and a bond to an ancient, mystical tree he cannot explain. Stripped of everything he knows, he must navigate a stunning yet dangerous land, where even the smallest acts—like aiding an injured cub—could spark life-or-death confrontations. In this world of wonder and terror, Silas must uncover the truth of his origins and embrace the destiny written in his very roots. How far will he go to survive, and what secrets does this beautiful world hide?

Introducing Shadows of Shrine. A Short gripping tale of horror inspired by the eerie true events surrounding Masaaki Nakayama's experience while creating PTSD Radio. Dive into this unsettling story of Masaaki by me!