Hollow Knight In A Hollow Shell

In the decaying heart of the Aureline Dominion, Karl Redhouse is no longer a forgotten background figure—he is the reluctant hero cursed with Return by Death. Each time death claims him, he is reborn at a predetermined “save point,” trapped in an endless cycle of loss and renewal. For centuries, this cruel fate has forced him to witness countless lives, battles, and betrayals, each rebirth etching deeper scars on his soul. But as the ruins of his crumbling world echo with the secrets of the past, Karl begins to suspect that his curse might also hold the key to his liberation. Driven by a desperate need to break the cycle, Karl embarks on a perilous journey through the forgotten districts of the Dominion. Guided by an ancient tome and the cryptic prophecy of an event known as the Eclipse of the Eternal, he delves into ruined temples and secret sanctuaries where the ancient magics of Curse and Spirit intermingle. With each step, he confronts the duality of his nature—balancing the destructive power of his Curse magic with the transcendent force of Spirit magic—in hopes of unearthing a way to rewrite his destiny. Parallel to Karl’s grim odyssey in the physical realm unfolds the vibrant digital saga of Wraithbound Chronicles. In this immersive virtual world, legendary heroes like Darian Blackwood and Lucien Ashford enact their mythic destinies, celebrated by multitudes and woven into the fabric of popular lore. While their dazzling exploits captivate the realm’s imagination, Karl’s personal struggle remains shrouded in solitude and suffering—a dark counterpoint to the heroic narratives of the game. Haunted by the echoes of countless past lives and driven by a spark of rebellious hope, Karl sets out to confront the hidden forces that control fate itself. Amid conspiracies orchestrated by secret organizations like the Inverted Sky and the looming threat of an encroaching Mirror Dimension, he must unravel the ancient mysteries of the Dominion. Only by embracing both the light and darkness within him can he hope to shatter the bonds of his cursed immortality and claim a future of his own making. In a world where death is a beginning and every resurrection is a chance to change the course of destiny, Karl Redhouse’s journey is a desperate, solitary battle against time itself—a quest to reclaim life from the clutches of eternal recurrence and to forge a destiny free from the shackles of the past.

Kenji and his brother's finally make it as Knights of the Empire, they each strive for different ambitious goals. This story is a journey of how each brother grows to achieve their dreams. This is a story of Knights!!!

After a failed mission results in the death of his entire unit and he is granted the Hollow Core System, low-ranking C-Class Chosen, Kael Solis, becomes the suspect of his own murder and embarks on a quest to uncover a conspiracy involving the government and the origins of the Hollow infection, creatures born from the poisonous Hollow Sun.

Ethan Vale was nothing special. A university dropout, a shut-in obsessed with brutal, punishing RPGs, and a man who knew strategy better than he knew real life. But when his screen flickered with an ominous error message and the world around him shattered, he awoke in a land that should not exist—The Hollow Domain, a place where gods have long since died, where eldritch horrors rule, and where kingdoms of the damned crumble beneath an unending curse. He had no weapons. No powers. No divine destiny. But he had intelligence—and the curse of resurrection. Every time he dies, he returns to the same ruined citadel, his body restored but his mind forever scarred. Pain is not a fleeting experience here—it is absolute, relentless, and unforgettable. Every death is a lesson written in agony, each resurrection a cruel reset in an unforgiving world. The creatures here do not simply kill; they break. They torment. They consume. Survival is not guaranteed. Sanity is optional. But Ethan is determined to carve a path through the madness, to outthink the horrors that lurk in the shadows, and to uncover the truth behind the Hollow Domain. Because something is watching him. Something is waiting. And it wants him to suffer.

Do you believe in magic? The answer of most will be no. But what if magic DID exsist? To some, it might just be your typical average story. But this has an element of unpredictability mixed in between. Diane Lewis was a normal teenage girl from an aristocratic family. But since she met HIM, her view of the world turned upside down. "How is that even possible?" She asked, mouth agape. He smiled at her, showing a perfect set of snow-white teeth. "With magic, anything is possible." Horn your skills and train your ability. "I will protect you." She said, with a determined gaze. "You can Barely even protect yourself. You are not strong enough." He retorted. "Then, just wait for Me to get stronger." She said, with a smile. "You have no right to be here. We cut ties remember?" He said, glaring at her fiercely. "I am not here for you. I am here for the family. I still have people I treasure here. So let me through or else..." She completed her statement by majestically drawing out her sword. So many secrets lay hidden. Injustice in the form of justice. Lies, fabricated to become truth. Deception roams around, unleashed. And a Naive girl, who had never seen the shadow that lurked around in the abyss. Will she Survive? Will she fail? It is up to you to find out.

Heaven favors the strong and wealthy. Hex realized that the day he was thrown out of the cloister and into the slums. He vowed to become the baron and show what being strong meant. To forge his own destiny, Hex scavenged the mountains, braving the cold solitude with a smile. At last, one day, he gained his chance on the verge of life and death. Even then, society and Fate tried to interfere. Faced with death, his Will didn’t waver and he gritted through, forcing his Heart to awaken. The Stone Heart in his chest defied his destiny and helped him write his own. Emboldened by his Heart of Stone, he walked the path to his dreams. His dreams, however, threatened to put him in the middle of the crossfire between Powers that could destroy Earth and Sky. Hex couldn’t allow his dreams to shatter. So, he sought to destroy all those who threatened his dreams. Follow a young man on his quest to fulfill his dreams, even if it meant to destroy Heaven and Earth. _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Finally, I have a discord. Join to engage in discussions and endless talks about Fate, destiny, dreams, and whatever you desire. https://discord.gg/EPGbDykXW3

A story about a girl name Kimmi, she was no ordinary little girl. She believes herself to be someone else—someone different. Suffering from a personality disorder, Kimmi often spoke to herself to cope with her surroundings, sometimes even answering the haunting voices in her head. Many called her mad, but Kimmi was simply special—special enough to see and understand the enigmatic world of Simix in ways no one else could. As the world around her began to deteriorate, Kimmi couldn’t stand idly by. Determined to uncover the truth, perhaps even save it, Kimmi resolves to build her strength. though her revolve always criticized and ridiculed by people, she remain steadfast.

Though it may be a dream weathered, crumpled, fading, I held on without surrender. Through each repeated day, running toward tomorrow’s light, I became a knight, resolute and bright.

Though it may be a dream weathered, crumpled, fading, I held on without surrender. Through each repeated day, running toward tomorrow’s light, I became a knight, resolute and bright.

In a world where magic thrives and mythical beasts lurk in the shadows, Tohgi Akura is born into the unforgiving southern district of Vandekar, a lawless land ruled by bandits and plagued by poverty. Despite his humble beginnings, Tohgi harbors an audacious dream: to achieve that dream he must become a Knight, a title synonymous with honor, power, and nobility. His raw talent rivals the elite, but his lack of noble heritage leaves him scorned by the privileged. Yet, Tohgi’s unwavering determination and resilience catch the attention of influential figures who see potential in the unrefined boy. With their assistance, Tohgi rises through the ranks, challenging a society built to keep people like him in the dirt. But ambition has its price. As Tohgi carves his path toward greatness, his defiance against the status quo ignites conflicts that spiral into devastating wars. In his quest to protect those he loves and what he stands for, Tohgi must grapple with the weight of his choices and the sacrifices demanded by his legacy. Will Tohgi Akura go down in history as a hero, a tyrant or just another man. His story is one of ambition, loyalty, and the unrelenting cost of dreams. Do not hesitate to comment your thoughts at any point in the story, it would bring me great joy to be able to interact with readers of my work. I hope to see you on the other side. PS: Bold text indicates the use of magic, parenthesis () indicates thought. Thank you! Enjoy! :)

When war finally ended, the Arcadians sought retribution from the nightmares they had suffered from demonkind. A noble Princess had taken her mother's mantle in order to uphold peace between the two races so humanity could co-exist with their fellow demons in a kingdom without strife, but war paved the road to peace in blood and such path is but a fragile thread awaiting to be ignited by the flames of hatred. Another great war awaits, but will she be able to avert it? Second iteration of the Knight's Fate saga chronologically speaking. Yes I'm starting from the second because the first was an utter failure when I tried to write it, it just didn't fit the mood of a fantasy novel unlike this one. Though don't worry this doesn't mean you can't enjoy this one before I write the first. This is the first story I've actually published so I appreciate any feedback, be it good or bad just let me know what you think.

In the dark alleys of Blackspire, fifteen-year-old Kieran, a half-orc outcast, survives by his wits and desperation. But when a mysterious flyer offers him entry into the Trial of the Devil—a brutal test promising unimaginable power—Kieran sees a chance to escape the misery of his existence. The Trial transports seekers to Nytheris, a shadowed world where survival means facing relentless monsters, deadly challenges, and the darkness within themselves. There is no return. Nytheris is not just a battleground but a realm where cities hide treachery, alliances are fleeting, and even the strongest can fall. Kieran's journey pits him against horrors beyond his imagination and forces him to confront the cost of his ambition. In a place where only the ruthless thrive, Kieran must decide if power is worth sacrificing his humanity—or if the boy who entered the Trial will ever emerge again.

In the shadow-draped hills of rural Massachusetts lies Blackthorn Hollow—a town forgotten by maps, where the pines whisper secrets and the stars watch with a hunger no mortal can name. Dr. Eleanor Voss, a sharp-witted folklorist with a penchant for unraveling the unexplained, answers a cryptic letter begging for her expertise. But what begins as an academic curiosity soon spirals into a fight for survival. The townsfolk guard their history with suspicious silence. The woods hum with unnatural rhythms. And the ancient standing stones at the edge of the Blackthorn estate pulse with a malevolent energy that seems to recognize Eleanor. As she digs deeper, she uncovers a legacy of forbidden rituals, a bloodline cursed by its own ambition, and a haunting truth that ties her own past to the Hollow’s darkest secret. But the closer Eleanor gets to the truth, the more the line between savior and sacrifice blurs. Whispers follow her in the dark. Shadows move with purpose. And the deeper she ventures into the Hollow’s heart, the clearer it becomes: some doors, once opened, cannot be closed.

Sixteen year-old Dylan Mercer was dying until he stole a cure from NovaGen, the biotech giant that established in Claiborne county and promised the society to offer medical miracle. But their “miracle” came with a catch: tons of deadly side effects from an ancient, otherworldly source. Now, Dylan’s veins hum with a primeval code that isn’t human. His hands crackle with energy that could level cities. And NovaGen wants their property back. As hunters close in and the alien code rewrites his mind, Dylan must choose: surrender the weapon festering inside him… or let it burn. But some forces aren’t meant to be controlled and this one hungers to raze the world that created it. A dying boy’s theft becomes a celestial storm. Can he outrun his cure—or is he the disaster?

Após a catástrofe global que levou milhões à morte, a elite da humanidade—composta pelos mais ricos, poderosos e devotos—fugiu para um planeta distante na chamada Operação Frigga, buscando reerguer a civilização. No entanto, ao encontrar a enigmática raça dos Canard, a tentativa de colonização falha, forçando-os a retornar à Terra dois anos depois. O mundo que deixaram para trás não é mais o mesmo. Milênios se passaram em sua ausência, e a Terra agora pertence aos povos indígenas, que reconstruíram suas sociedades em harmonia com a natureza. Mas os recém-chegados não vieram como visitantes—eles querem retomar seu "lugar de direito", usando os Canardianos como escravos para restaurar sua glória perdida. Agora, em meio a ruínas de uma civilização esquecida e fronteiras marcadas pelo sangue, o conflito entre aqueles que buscam o domínio e aqueles que lutam por liberdade se torna inevitável. A verdadeira batalha pelo futuro da Terra está prestes a começar.

The world resets overnight. Once an ordinary young man with an unremarkable life, Hiro wakes up to find reality transformed into something straight out of a video game. Armed with the lessons from his deceased friend and his gaming knowledge, can he survive in this new world?

After witnessing his family die Grim'Lok succumbs to the same fate, But once he's given a second chance at life he lives for 2 things, Revenge and the promise he made to become the strongest fighter throughout all the lands.

In the dystopic world of 2072 ravaged by a ruthless war, Mike is a cyberknight fighting for a regime which promises justice and reforms to a broken world. However, virtue is a fragile concept, especially for an empire built on lies. Eventually, corrupt minds filled with delusion and madness will reveal themselves. When the masks drop, will there still be peace or a future? Blessed are those who can dream, condemned are those who remain in reality. In the dark, resolve is the only path forward. This novel combines fantasy and sci-fi into a story you have never seen before. Give it a try and you will stay for the plot and the high-intensity actions.

An empty vessel is born to be filled.

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Ten years after her brother’s tragic death, Clara Carter receives a letter in his handwriting: “Come home, Clara. I’m waiting.” But Hollow’s End is no ordinary town. Returning to bury her guilt, Clara discovers her brother Liam is neither alive nor dead. Trapped in the town’s curse: “They’ll wear you like a mask.” As Clara digs into her family’s past, she uncovers a chilling truth.

"A test? what the hell does that even mean anyway?" Spoke a young man as he read articles online about it. Scrolling through his phone trying to make sense of it all. "I'm telling you, it's aliens" Spoke his female friend as she gestured like she was in fact an alien. "I highly doubt it's that" he scoffed. As she frowned. "You always do that-" [error] "Do what?" [Calculation unsuccessful, eliminate] "You doubt yourself" [Eliminated] 'What!?' ------ 'I don't want to accept this is reality yet.' "Zion Linux, can you assure absolute victory?" "I can sir, I will not fail."

A mistake caused by unknown means brings scattered souls to the origin realm — the realm of Crest — home to magic and myth, gods and legends. But what was meant to be a paradise quickly turns to a massacre as they desperately try to return home. (This is a re-write of my first novel "Summoned Into the World of the Gods" specifically for WSA 25. Feel free to check it out on my other account)

After living a new life in another world, a man now must face his fate of doing it all over again. Knowing this, he decided to do all the things that is interesting to him. This time, It's being a knight.

Self-reliant Gabriella Keller has never had a dependable man in her life. Her experience with the opposite sex has been disappointing, to say the least. It's no wonder why she's become skeptical about the male race while secretly still hoping to find the love of her life, the evidently extinct noble knight. But fate has an unexpected way of guiding the hand of love and Gabriella might find romance bumping into her in the unlikeliest of ways. Question is, is this damsel ready for a knight unlike any other? Straightforward millionaire Brandon Whiteley has seen it all... The women with curves, the jewel encrusted blondes and brunettes, the 'marry for money' types... What he sought might be rarer than a pearl in the artic - and that was a woman the world would be put to shame by. But angels do exist and he might stumble into one when he least expected it. Question is, can he recognize an angel in disguise?

Javohir is a master of hiding his true feelings behind a calm, composed face. He’s always been the quiet skilled at keeping his emotions in check and blending into the background of his own life. Despite his ability to maintain a neutral expression, deep down, he struggles with weak confidence, constantly questioning his worth and place in the world. Manga and anime are his refuge, where he can lose himself in the adventures of characters who seem to live with purpose and certainty. But everything shifts when he encounters a series of mysterious events on his way to school—a path he’s walked countless times, always unnoticed, always alone...

What would you do if death wasn’t the end, but a second chance... with strings attached? Galen Voss, a pragmatic mech pilot torn from his life mid-battle, awakens in a strange, otherworldly cockpit at the center of a cosmic war. Bound to Morrigan, a desperate goddess of war whose power is fractured, Galen is thrust into the role of her reluctant champion. Resurrected in a place of where myth and machine fuse, Galen pilots the Abyssal Warden, a supernatural war mech powered by Morrigan’s dwindling essence. But he is not the chosen hero she summoned, and every clash with enemy Effigies, machines piloted by the likes of Richard the Lionheart, tests their tenuous alliance. As Morrigan struggles to reclaim her lost dominion and stave off a divine crusade, Galen must navigate the moral complexities of his role while confronting enemies both human and divine.