Inside Vader'S Mask

' One last game and then I will call it a night. ' Ryuen plays a video game before falling asleep but wakes up to find himself inside the video game. But luck for him, he is his main character. And he is a pro! As a matter of fact, he is the best in the whole wide world. To survive and go back to the real world, he must compete with the other players who were brought into the game world just like him. And Ryuen is adamant to return to the real world. But, there is one big problem. It is a team game. And his team sucks. So what happens when a pro is forced to team up with weak gamers? x----x----x----x Hello, to whoever it may concern. An amateur writer who likes to daydream and pen down all the stories I cook up inside my head- That's who I am. English is not my first language and writing is not my best skill, but we are all here to have a good time. xxxxxxxxxxxxx I do not own the cover picture and do not take any credit for it.

The stormy night was like a canvas, painted with hues of darkness and desire. The wind howled like a beast, threatening to consume everything in its path. And in the midst of it all, I stood at the edge of the cliff, my heart racing with anticipation. He was coming for me. I could feel it in my bones, a shiver that ran down my spine like a whispered promise . A monster, a creature of the night, a beast they called him, But I knew the truth and he was mine. As the lightning flashed, illuminating the dark sky, I saw him. A figure, tall and imposing, standing at the edge of the trees. His eyes gold eyes locked onto mine, his canines elongated and I felt the world around me melt away as I locked eyes with him . I was supposed to be scared but I wasn't. " Ophelia" he whispered, his voice deep yet so tender. He grabbed my waist pulling me closer to him And then, everything went black.

Never take off the mask.” It’s the one rule Cora Mercedes has lived by her entire life. Found abandoned on Halloween night as a child, wearing a mask she’s forbidden to remove and clutching a cryptic note, Cora’s existence has been a riddle she’s never been able to solve. When she gains admission to the prestigious Oscar Island University—a school renowned for its exclusivity and shrouded in mystery—Cora hopes to escape her past and embrace a new beginning. But nothing at Oscar is ordinary. Its halls whisper secrets, its rules are bizarre and absolute, and its students, though seemingly perfect, are unnervingly inhuman. As Cora navigates her new life, she finds herself drawn to the shadows, particularly to a pair of haunting crimson eyes that seem to follow her every move. He’s ruthless, enigmatic, and terrifyingly familiar, and despite her instincts, she can’t escape his magnetic pull. But the closer Cora gets to unraveling the truth—about her mask, her past, and the dark forces surrounding Oscar Island—the more she realizes she’s not the only one hiding secrets. In a world where humans serve as prey, breaking the rules isn’t just dangerous; it’s deadly. And someone in the shadows has been waiting centuries for her to return. Damien’s Masked Mate is a captivating tale of forbidden romance, ancient curses, and the deadly allure of the unknown

Rick, a 25-year-old young man, found his life shattered after an incident that put him behind bars. During his year in prison, he was isolated from the outside world, not realising that life out there had turned into a nightmare. A giant, pitch-black eye-shaped hole appeared in the sky, followed by dimensional portals that spread across the world. Monstrous monsters, once mere animals, now roam the streets, while mysterious towers rise from the ground, signalling a new era of fear and uncertainty. A global crisis strikes, civilisations collapse, and humanity splits into two groups, those endowed with supernatural powers, and those who remain weak, struggling to survive amidst the destruction. Inside a dark and cramped prison, Rick surmises that he has been forgotten by the world. However, fate had other plans for him, revealing that he had been chosen as a Vassal of Heimdall, the Gatekeeper and Seer of All. Extraordinary powers rose up within him, giving him the ability to sense the changes in the world and see the truth behind the curtain of reality. With this gift, he now has the chance to redeem himself and unravel the mystery behind the catastrophe that has struck the earth. With the world having turned into a danger-filled dystopia, Rick must break out of prison, master his new powers, and survive amidst the chaos. As a Vassal of Heimdall, he must use his abilities to deal with threats coming from an alien dimension, as well as uncover secrets that could save humanity from total destruction. Will Rick be able to use his powers to get the world back on track? Or is this new era the beginning of something much bigger than he ever imagined?

A novel about the adventures of sorcerers with cursed masks that emerged with the founding of Shadowia.

[not a LitRPG / isekai / cultivation.] [Espionage / Slowburn / A very human story] SYNOPSIS: A child rotting on the streets was suddenly dragged into the black car of one of the many conglomerates that rule the world from the shadows. Through golden flames and swathes of blood, he was trained and experimented on to become the perfect weapon. In this ever-changing world of conspiracy and technological marvels, Test Subject 201, now called Felix, navigates the world as the experiment's sole survivor, standing as the foundation for humanity's next step in evolution.  Armed with his gun, newfound abilities, and a memento he holds dearly, he marches through the steep path of darkness and deceit, and faces off against mafia, mercenaries, and countless criminals and corporations, to enact the organization's mantra to "protect the peace.".

One day, suddenly, a shadow mask appeared in the city and started destruction everywhere.To stop it, three shoals came. But they couldn't do anything about the mask.Finally, the three shoals used an ancient seal to contain the shadow mask and split the seal into three parts.Then they seal each of the three parts in different places. (80 years later) Suddenly, a shadow, like a beast, appeared in the middle of the city. It started devouring people and spread across the city within a few months.The government suffered significant losses, and scientists created masks and an organization to combat the beast-like shadows.They named the organization Shadow Hunters.

Juske Hachimizu un chico de 18 años que es descendiente de Hirata Hachimizu un Oni de otro mundo. Juske después de un encuentro se vuelve el nuevo portador de la máscara carmesí y viaja a otro mundo para protegerlo y terminar con El conflicto por ella

What would you do if the person you raised, turned against you? For that person, you sacrificed your childhood but in the end, they still turned against you. It all began like a dream, a sweet dream to say, then a crack happened but she mended it, then another appeared and she mended it again until it finally broke down. Ely kept the lesson taught by life in the deepest part of her heart. She ran away because she was trying to escape from the truth but she met it again and this time, she lost her innocence, she lost the last bit of humanity she had and she lost the color of her soul and eventually, she submitted herself to the devil who used her gleefully. Silveria, a young King felt his ambitions came first before anything else. He once told a girl, that if he wanted something, he got it and it didn't matter how he got it. He was nicknamed the devil. The devil met this girl who lost the color of her soul and fed on her indifference but soon, he began to thirst for more. Is the devil going to pull her into hell with him or will both find salvation? PS:the cover is not mine so I can take it down if the owner comes by.

Angelo rycard is a boy who has seen more grief and death than the greatest soldier and more happiness than the greatest king. He carries untold burden and guilt and is on a journey to fix the mistakes of his past fight the evils of two distant universes. And stop the ambitions of men playing God all in the hope of reuniting his family once and for all. Watch this tale of a boy rekindling friendships facing past trauma's and fighting his greatest enemy himself.

In a world where one's eyes and mask are signs of identity, first impressions make an impact. For Zenobia, she's not considered all that safe to be around for her personal choices. People don't like her, and she doesn't like them right back, but still it can be lonely. With her dad gone, her mother being overly strict and her little sister innocent to the world it's hard to be honest, let alone express herself properly. When she meets a random boy getting bullied, there's a chance for change, for opportunity. It's just a matter of perspective, especially when the world one knows isn't what it seems.

Arya, a lively arts student from a middle-class family, longs to live a colorful life of art. Her flat world is turned upside down when she meets Rohan, a wunderkind in computer science, who introduces her to the enigmatic adoptive father, Mr. Veer. Always masked, Mr. Veer exudes commanding presence with his veiled sorrow, which in turn sparks within Arya a string of events that will integrate their fates for good. An unexpected scandal during Mr. Veer's grand birthday party puts Arya right in the eye of the storm. She is accused of plotting her way into a rich family, and people reject her completely, including Rohan. But Mr. Veer does not give up on her and unmasks the truth behind it, proposing a marriage of trust to save her from the judgment of society. The terrorist attack brings a twist to Arya's life. She risks her life to save her friends, and Mr. Veer sacrifices his safety to rescue her, leaving him gravely injured. Overwhelmed by guilt and love, Arya disappears for six years, dedicating herself to mastering ancient medicine. When she returns in disguise to heal Mr. Veer, her hidden identity and unwavering devotion rekindle their connection, proving that love transcends time and adversity. **Shadows Beneath the Mask** is the tale of trust, as well as the unsleeping strength in some souls, which speaks of redemption and the ultimate unveiling of life's veils.

In the shadowed depths of Kyouten, a city divided by power and secrets, Hime operates as Venus, an enigmatic broker of forbidden knowledge. Her brilliance lies in her anonymity, her strength in the impenetrable walls she’s built. But when a calculated move brings her into the orbit of Kazuki, the cold and commanding leader of the Kagezan syndicate, those walls begin to crack. Kazuki is a man who thrives on control, ruling his underworld empire with precision and ruthlessness. Yet Hime’s defiance, her sharp wit, and the dangerous allure of her secrets ignite something within him—an obsession that blurs the line between protector and predator. As shadows close in, Hime finds herself hunted by the relentless Venus Hunters and entangled in Kazuki’s growing fixation. Forced into a precarious alliance, the two must navigate a world where every move is a gamble and trust is a luxury neither can afford. But behind Hime’s shattered mask lies a truth more dangerous than any enemy, a secret that could change the balance of power in Kyouten forever. When facades crumble and desires collide, who will emerge unscathed from the chaos?

In a bustling modern city where ancient secrets and mysterious powers collide with everyday life, 22-year-old Ethan Cross seems like your average college student. Behind his unassuming demeanor lies a man shrouded in secrets—a masked vigilante known only as "Virtuoso," feared by criminals and sought after by powerful organizations. Ethan is overpowered, sarcastic, and ridiculously skilled at everything he does. But there's one thing he’s terrible at: romance. When the enigmatic and fiercely independent Mia Harper stumbles into his life, she unknowingly becomes the key to unraveling a conspiracy that ties Ethan's past to an ancient prophecy. Between laugh-out-loud moments, explosive action, and unexpected twists, Ethan navigates his double life while trying to protect Mia, keep his identity hidden, and maybe—just maybe—figure out how to confess his feelings without being a complete disaster.

Kaito, an outspoken gamer with zero interest in romance games, spends his nights mocking the absurdity of dating simulators. Tired of seeing ridiculous dialogue options and frustrating mechanics, he tweets about how these games are the worst and how he’ll never play them. But when he wakes up the next morning, Kaito finds himself trapped inside the very game he despised, forced to navigate a world full of ridiculous choices and nonsensical situations. To escape, he must make five heroines fall in love with him—but there's a catch: he can't speak freely, only choosing from preset dialogue options that often don’t make sense. Stuck with no way out and limited to specific areas until certain events unfold, Kaito has to survive this ridiculous game, all while trying to figure out the rules, the heroines, and how to escape without losing his mind. Will he navigate this absurd world, or will he be trapped forever in a dating game that makes no sense?

Death Mask: The Crimson Specter In a world where power and survival are all that matter, Jin Xian, a legendary assassin, is marked by a cursed bloodline that binds him to a fate he cannot escape. Trained in the deadly arts of assassination, he discovers his true potential when he becomes the target of the Black Order, a mysterious organization seeking to control his powers for their own twisted agenda. After a devastating betrayal leaves him with nothing but his training and a Crimson Mask, Jin Xian embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his origins and the dark force that haunts him. Along the way, he forms a group of unlikely allies: Kael, a fierce warrior with a haunted past; Lian, a skilled fighter whose loyalty knows no bounds; and Kyra, a mysterious and unpredictable woman with hidden talents. As Jin Xian faces countless battles against the Black Order and other formidable foes, he is forced to confront his inner demons and unlock the full power of the Crimson Mask. With each victory, he grows stronger, but so does the shadowy force that seeks to control him. In a world full of enemies, betrayal, and danger, Jin Xian must navigate a maze of alliances and enemies while uncovering the secrets of his bloodline. With the fate of his loved ones hanging in the balance, Jin Xian is forced to choose: will he become the specter of death his enemies fear, or will he rise above the chaos and claim his destiny as the true master of his power? Action, adventure, fantasy, and romance collide in this thrilling tale of survival, loyalty, and self-discovery.

In Ogun's Kingdom, gods once walked among mortals, their presence leaving echoes of power, mystery, and ambition. Now, only the masked bearers of divine blessings bridge the gap between humans and the forgotten pantheon. Thorne Ironhold, a blind boy born into the prestigious Ironhold fief, stands at a precipice. Blessed by an unknown god during the sacred mask rite, he is labeled a "Stray"—an outcast marked by powers beyond mortal comprehension. Yet beneath the shadows of his failure lies an unimaginable secret: Thorne's mask holds the power to defy the natural order. As Thorne ventures from his father's forge to the treacherous Garden of the Gods and the rigorous academy, he seeks not only to carve his own path but to uncover the truth behind his destiny. Every battle tests his limits, every limit surpassed brings him closer to the power once lost to men—and closer to the chaos lurking within. In a world where dances summon divine might and masks conceal more than they reveal, Thorne's journey becomes a quest to challenge the gods themselves. But as he walks the path they once tread, he must ask: Will he rise among the embers of forgotten legends, or be consumed by them?

Lucian Crowe leads a perfectly ordinary life. A 24-year-old with a stable job, a degree, and a well-kept home on the outskirts of the city. To the world, he’s nothing more than an unremarkable office worker, blending into the background with his composed demeanor and carefully curated appearance. He’s polite, punctual, and just another face in the crowd. But underneath the mask of normalcy lies something far darker.

For the sake of his family, Richard married a woman he had never met before. However, his newly wed wife was not only hideous but also viscous, which he only discovered on his wedding day. He thought he would be disgusted by her, but unexpectedly could not help but be attracted to this mysterious woman. What made Richard scratch his head even more, was that her face under the mask seems to be hiding some secret.

A boy so desperate to avenge his parents death unlocks a great darkness upon himself, but slowly learns the true nature of the creature

A brother who destroyed his destiny all because of power.

When divine blood flows through your veins, monsters hunts you down until you’re dead. That’s the harsh reality each demigod has to live everyday. Marina is one of them and, because of this, she had to leave her home when she was still a child. Now she has grown up and lives in the Lilies Park, a place in the Otherworld where she meets Shirei, a mysterious demigod who has no memory. Shirei will have to deal with his hidden past to understand why the gods seem to treat him like an enemy, but Marina fears that the journey will only lead to his death. Thus begins the last act of the plan of the forgotten goddess: the queen of masks. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Lisa Davis, a brave and smart girl, blessed with stunning beauty. Tragedy struck her life when she lost her mother in a heart-wrenching accident at the age of 5. Lisa's father, John Davis, later got married to Lisa's stepmother, a kind-hearted woman who would take good care of Lisa. However, as time went on, things didn't unfold as expected. Claire, Lisa's stepmother, proved to be far from the loving, kind mother she hoped for. Instead, she treated Lisa very badly and her daughter affectionately. To make matters more complex, the Davis and Miller families were childhood friends, so they arranged a marriage between their children to further their friendship. Mera Davis, Lisa's stepsister, adamantly refused to marry Lugard Miller, considering the rumors that surrounded him. Whispers echoed through the city, painting Lugard Miller as an ugly beast. It was said that anyone foolish enough to incur his wrath would meet a swift and deadly end. These rumors further flourished, claiming that his face was disfigured so badly that he looked like a monster and he no longer felt the desire to touch a woman because of the catastrophic accident. He never showed his face to the public. Clare's daughter pleaded not to be wed to the "ugly beast," and her mother confronted her husband, saying "My daughter will never marry that ugly, useless man from the Miller family, You have another daughter; marry her off to the Miller family. They are a perfect match." If you're curious to know what happened between Lisa Davis and Lugard Miller, continue reading till you find out.

Dive into a hilariously quirky comedy novel of online trends, gaming antics, and social media chaos! Lillian dreams of achieving eBunnee fame—the ultimate goal on the hottest social media app. But her life takes a bizarre turn when a stroll through the enchanting Heart-Ling Forest leads her to an unexpected encounter with a dramatic, over-the-top ghost. At Estresey Academy, success isn't about grades—it's about gaining followers. Students and even non-humans obsess over their eBunnee stats because, in this world, follower counts aren't just a status symbol—they’re a lifeline. Join Lillian as she navigates a world where fame is fleeting, friendships are tested, and the line between reality and the virtual realm blurs in unexpected ways.

Yoshihiro Takagi is a shut in who inherited his grandfather’s home and money. He loves to write a novel to pass his time, a novel called Grinfall. The novel takes place in the same world created by his grandfather, he was a novelist and manga author. One day when starting a new volume set after a time gap of 1000 years after his original setting, he writes a rather interesting line and somehow gets transported into another world. That world is none other than the one titled in front of his novels.

I didn’t even know that I had reincarnated into my second life Only when I regain my memories do I find myself reincarnating into my third life And it’s nothing less than a novel I hated in my first life "Damn, damn, this world is horrible" At least my third life isn’t as bad as the second [ChatGeepti was used to correct the chapters]

Just when Manuchehr is thinking about Khojaste and how lovely their future could be, something will happens that will change his mind completely about her... This book is an English translation of "The masks" a romance novel by "Sadegh Hedayat" which was written in persian. I may have changed a little bit of it but, context is still the same.

Her family deals in stealing and fencing art. His family deals in killings, drugs, and everything else. Her family has nothing but it's name which is still feared even though it's not as powerful as before. His family has the fear of everybody because they put fear in everyone who crosses them. So what happens when they're put in an arranged marriage a day after they had a one night stand. Follow the rollercoaster of emotions and see whether they make it through. And just for kicks we get a bad guy with plans that no one can predict.