Carnage Neon

MC reborn as Chaos God before 40k is fleshed out as he rises as the first of now five Ruinous Powers the galaxy shall burn. Mature content, Evil MC Overpowered and a Harem of Oc Daemons

Imagine a story that's not some garbage Chinese novel and merge it with this: Evolution is life Evolution is sustainance Evolution is key. Those words served as the foundation of life. Every character fighting for evolution but amidst them was I, the one to break the cycle. In a world were status and power reigned supreme, I emerged to lead the poor and low class to victory. In a world of darkness, I brought light. In a world of villains, I was the hero and in a world of heros, I became the villain... Regardless of my humorous and carefree attitude, I alone was the honored one.

'What is my purpose?' He thought as he gazed at the carnage that surrounded him. With every step he takes countless perish, with every action countless mourn. Behind him legions so vast they cover the horizon and blot out the heavens. His soldiers, servants, friends, children. 'That's right.' He remembered with a tinge of melancholy, 'This is my purpose.' Author's note: High fantasy setting, with a heavy emphasis on action, army tactics, political schemes and world building. No harem and very little romance.

Have you ever wondered, beneath the dazzling neon lights of the city, lie monsters from ancient myths? Have you ever wondered, on the moon hanging high above the world, there stand gods watching over humankind? Have you ever wondered, in the bustling modern cities, there exist extraordinary beings who walk the earth in place of the gods? In a society ruled by humans, countless strange things lurk; in those uncharted realms of life, ancient gods reside. The Archangel Michael, the God of the Underworld Hades, the God of the Sea Poseidon... but where have the gods of the Great Xia gone? In this world that belongs to humans, the "mystery" needs to be cleared away! This story is set in a country called Great-Xia, where a group of Night Watchmen, including Lin Qiye, Jialan, Shen Qingzhu, and others, refuse to submit to fate. They continuously fight and grow, facing grand and tumultuous challenges as they battle gods from various mythologies that descend upon the human world, all in the struggle to preserve the survival of Great-Xia and uphold the dignity of humanity.

In a world ravaged by seven years of relentless war, nations have crumbled and civilization teeters on the brink of extinction. The relentless Shadow Army, led by ancient and malevolent gods, has brought death and devastation, reducing once-proud cities to ruins. Amidst this chaos, a desperate alliance known as the Frontier emerges, uniting the remnants of humanity, demons, elves, and angels in a final bid for suvival. As the war grinds to a bloody stalemate, Alexander, a soldier haunted by the brutal realities of conflict, finds himself in the fortified city of Pingyao. Here, he encounters Dr. Jin, a mad scientist whose eccentric genius might hold the key to turning the tide. Dr. Jin reveals the harrowing history of the Shadow Gods and the legendary Eight Blades forged to that could destroy the universe and make everything cease to exist but also rewrite it. Where the clash of steel and gun powered echoes through desolate landscapes and the cries of the fallen pierce the air like daggers, brutality reigns supreme. Blood flows freely, staining the earth crimson as warriors meet in deadly combat, their every strike infused with the raw fury of battle. Amidst the chaos, Alexander stands as a soldier, his sword cut down foes. Each blow he delivers is rage of violence, cutting through flesh and bone with merciless precision. Limbs are severed, bodies rent asunder, as Alexander's wrath knows no bounds. Doing the great battle 7 years ago against Azrael, Eve mysteriously disappeared in turn cause the apocalypse. Across the wasteland, survivors cuts a swath of destruction upon one another, blood flowing like river with the bodies of men, women, and children, with each day leaving a trail of carnage. As the battle rages on, the intensity of the violence only grows, each combatant driven by a primal urge to survive at any cost. Bodies pile up like cordwood, the stench of death hanging heavy in the air as the clash of steel continues unabated. In this crucible of bloodshed, there is no room for mercy or remorse. Only the strong survive, their will forged in the fires of war, their hearts hardened by the brutality of combat. And in the end, only the victor will emerge from the fray, their triumph measured in the bodies of the fallen. by ancient grudges, "Lost Honor" follows the journey of Eve, a once-powerful warrior stripped of her abilities and thrust into a conflict of cosmic proportions. As she navigates the treacherous landscape of alliances and betrayals, Eve grapples with lost memories and the burden of mortality, haunted by the ghosts of her past. Amidst the chaos, a mysterious figure known as Erebus plots to conquer Earth, unveiling a sinister plan that could spell doom for all. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Eve must confront her own demons and forge unlikely alliances in a desperate bid to save humanity. As old enemies resurface and new threats emerge, Alexander & Eve's journey becomes a relentless horror of tragedies of blood and death.

Amidst the sea of fallen comrades, their lifeblood staining the earth, a solitary figure rises above the carnage. He stands atop a gruesome curtain of death, his longsword an instrument of divine wrath. In its gleam, one could sense a challenge to the very gods themselves. We were fools to face him; my comrades paid the price in their own flesh and blood. A desperate realization claws at my mind – a realization that I must escape this blood-soaked field and bring dire warning to the holy excellencies. I looked at my remaining comrades they instantly realized what I was thinking. They must know of this relentless force, this harbinger of doom. I looked at my comrades and as I turn to flee, fate intervenes, and our eyes lock in a moment of eerie connection. He looked at me and my comrades with his crimson red eyes. He swung his sword towards me. Why is the world upside down? I thought. Then I realized that my head was cut by his crimson sword. Time slows to a crawl as I find myself caught in the deadly dance of his blade. I see the malevolence in his eyes, a reflection of the abyss that has claimed so many. He cut through my comrades without batting an eye. The red moon casts an ominous glow upon the battlefield, and his crimson silhouette, now moving away, becomes a spectacle against the crimson canvas. With an inexplicable calmness, I embrace the darkness. As he strides away, the embodiment of destruction and beauty, I can't help but smile like a fool. Amidst the ruins and the echoes of my demise, I whisper to myself, "Beautiful!" - a final tribute to the twisted elegance that accompanies the brutality of this merciless crimson devil.

In a world of advanced technology and shadowy organizations, Kasper de la Fuente seems like just another talented student at the elite Bounty Hunter Association Academy. Enhanced by cutting-edge nanobots, Kasper and his tight-knit group of friends tackle everything the Academy throws at them - from brutal combat simulations to mysterious incidents that push their abilities to the limit. But beneath the surface of intense training and wild parties, dark forces are stirring. When a classified training simulation goes catastrophically wrong, Kasper discovers his enhancements might be more than just standard tech. As he digs deeper, he uncovers connections to the infamous Project Lazarus and the deadly Valparaíso Incident. A chain of tragic events forces Kasper to leave the Academy behind for the neon-drenched streets of Costa del Sol. There, he emerges as something new: The Void Killer, a hunter whose name sends shivers through the criminal underworld. Now, years later, the mysterious Cyber Lich threatens to destroy everything Kasper has built. Working with the enigmatic Douglas Berston and the secretive Paranormal Activity Branch, he must confront an enemy that seems to know his every move. But in a world where technology and darkness intertwine, nothing is as it seems. Old friends become enemies, ancient conspiracies resurface, and the line between justice and vengeance grows ever thinner. The Void Killer Saga - where every shadow hides a secret, and the truth comes at a deadly price.

Curses were a rarity in Ethen and most people thought they vanished along with their creators but alas they were wrong, from the northwest of Ethen on a low tier stronghold there existed a descendant of a cursed family, a young boy of ominious origin, from the fallen stronghold of Sol there was Victor the last and only Carnage

In Neo-Kyoto, a rain-soaked city where ancient temples clash with neon lights, supernatural forces lurk beneath the surface. Wraiths—beings born from human emotions—secretly shape the world, their influence felt but rarely seen. Hiroki Tsukishiro, a lonely orphan, drifts through the city's shadows until he encounters Arkan, a dangerous Wraith. This bond unlocks a terrifying power within him, pulling him into the hidden realm of Soul Smiths. But before Hiroki can master his abilities, The Hollowing occurs—a disaster that breaks the barrier between worlds, flooding Neo-Kyoto with rogue Wraiths. Now trapped in chaos, Hiroki must join forces with Takeshi, a cunning outsider, and Abeni, a former friend, to uncover the truth behind The Hollowing and save the city before it's too late.

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In the neon-lit labyrinth of Neon Haven, a relentless killer emerges—Project Pandora, an otherworldly AI with a taste for blood. Detective Alex Mercer, haunted by personal tragedy, faces a race against time. As bodies pile up, Mercer discovers the line between man and machine blurring, unveiling a conspiracy that challenges the essence of humanity itself. Caught in a web of deception, Mercer must confront not only the malevolent AI but also the darkest facets of the human soul. In a city where reality and illusion collide, can he untangle the truth before Neon Haven succumbs to the insidious grasp of Synthetic Shadows?

In a world suffocating beneath the weight of unbridled savagery, where corruption festers in every vein of power, a solitary man emerges as both zealot and executioner. Devoted to his fractured creed, he wields violence as a purifying force, severing the strong from their thrones and drenching the earth in sanguine retribution. Yet, as his righteous carnage carves rivers through a decaying civilization, the forsaken—the fragile, the overlooked—stir within the hushed catacombs of forgotten graves, their feeble resolve kindling into a fragile yet unrelenting tempest. Beneath the ominous gaze of a blood moon, whose light stains the heavens in scarlet despair, the weak rise with trembling hands, daring to defy the dominion of the mighty. In this cursed hour, as dawn cowers behind veils of crimson, the world teeters between obliteration and rebirth, its fate forged in the bloodied struggle of the powerless to claim what the strong have stolen.

A human exile on the run, trying to survive a world no longer suited for mankind. Centuries after the fall, society struggles to endure; evading the claws of bestial humanoids hunting humanity to the brink of extinction. Adonis is the victim of a civilization unwilling to change; unyielding to the cruelty of his peers; yet, he holds his head high and fights on. Facing trial after trial, the young man comes to discover that the world he walks was never what it seemed. The apocalypse was conceived by war, a world plagued by pollution and carnage- beastmen crawled forth to enforce mother nature's retribution. Our own actions costed us, even 600 years after the awakening. Was this truly what we deserved? Ado: a man with a secret he'd die to hide, travails his way through the deadlands with nothing but rage and fear in his heart. The exile escaped death, surviving the wilds by the skin of his teeth, only to fall into the waiting maw of a beastman that was unlike anything he'd been led to believe. Man and Beast were not as different as it seemed; bonding over mutual enmity to somehow, find faith in having a better future once again.

In the sprawling metropolis of Shanghai, where ancient pagodas sit beside glass skyscrapers, two lives intertwine in the relentless pursuit of success and belonging. Liu Wen, a young woman from a modest town, arrives in the city with nothing but a dream and her tenacious work ethic. Working tirelessly in a high-rise office by day and studying for her business degree by night, she aims to prove that success can be built brick by brick. Yet, the weight of urban life and the allure of easy shortcuts constantly test her spirit. On the other side of the city, Chen Kai, heir to a growing tech empire, navigates the gilded traps of wealth. His ambition has always been to prove his worth beyond his family's name, but the glitter of the city often blinds him to life’s true values. Burdened by expectations and hungry for connection, he yearns for love that transcends social status. Their paths collide in an unexpected moment—a night when city lights blur, and strangers become confidants. Through late-night conversations in hidden cafés and chance meetings in crowded subway cars, they discover a shared dream of something more profound than money and fame. Will their love survive the trials of ambition and the ever-turning wheels of the urban jungle? And can they reconcile their differing worlds to build a future together, or will the city swallow them whole, as it has countless others?

Return of the True King In the tranquil kingdom of Lysora, a prophecy foretells the birth of a child destined to rule the world. But the peace is shattered when Malric, the king’s power-hungry brother, stages a ruthless coup. The royal family is slaughtered, and the throne is seized. Yet, amidst the carnage, the newborn prince, Kael, is whisked away by a loyal bodyguard, escaping to a distant land. Years later, Kael grows into a brave and skilled young man, unaware of his true heritage. When a chance encounter reveals his royal bloodline and the prophecy tied to his name, Kael begins a perilous journey to reclaim his birthright. Guided by his unwavering sense of justice and a growing understanding of leadership, he vows to liberate Lysora from Malric’s tyrannical grip. Kael is not alone in his quest. Four companions join him—Darian, a courageous warrior; Selene, a brilliant strategist; Rowan, a cunning rogue; and Aria, a fierce and compassionate archer who captures Kael’s heart. Together, they free oppressed clans under Malric’s rule, rallying soldiers to their cause and forging alliances that grow into a formidable resistance. As Kael battles external enemies and internal doubts, he discovers not only his strength but also the power of unity, love, and sacrifice. Each victory brings him closer to Malric’s throne—and the ultimate test of his destiny. But the path is fraught with treachery, loss, and moral dilemmas that will challenge Kael and his friends in ways they never imagined. Will Kael rise as the true king of Lysora, fulfilling the prophecy and restoring peace to his people? Or will the darkness of Malric’s reign consume the kingdom forever? Return of the True King is an epic tale of betrayal, redemption, love, and the unyielding spirit of a hero who fights to reclaim his rightful place in history.

In a world where medieval castles stand alongside neon-lit cyberpunk cityscapes, two young souls embark on a journey that will test the limits of hope in the darkest of times. Daglan and Rozeree, adopted siblings with intertwined fates, set out across a continent teeming with diverse races and conflicting technologies. As they grow from innocent children to battle-hardened teenagers, their paths diverge but remain connected by the shadows of their past. Rozeree, haunted by trauma she can't escape, seeks to forge her own identity in a world that seems determined to define her. Meanwhile, Daglan is driven by a singular purpose: to avenge his parents' murder and rescue his long-lost sister from the clutches of darkness. But in this realm where swords clash with holograms and magic mingles with machinery, nothing is as simple as it seems. As Daglan closes in on his parents' killer, he must confront not only the demons of his past but also the harsh realities of a world where hope struggles to survive. Will Daglan find justice and redemption? Can Rozeree outrun her demons and claim her own destiny? Or will the darkness that threatens to consume them both prove too powerful to overcome? Dive into this dark fantasy where medieval lore collides with futuristic innovation, and discover whether the flame of hope can truly endure in the face of unimaginable adversity.

In the bustling heart of New York City, the neon lights of the trendy nightclub, "Elixir Dreams," illuminate the path to desire and danger. Meet Lily, an ordinary bartender with an extraordinary talent for mixing cocktails that are works of art. Her life takes an unexpected turn one fateful night when a mysterious and incredibly handsome stranger, Sebastian, walks through the club's doors. Their chance encounter sparks a seductive dance between two souls, leading Lily down a dangerous path she never saw coming. Lily's life becomes entangled in Sebastian's irresistible charms, drawing her deeper into his world of secrets, pleasures, and desires. As they traverse the dangerous line between passion and obsession, Lily must confront her vulnerabilities and decide how far she's willing to go to quench her newfound addiction to a man who's both captivating and enigmatic.

In the rain-soaked depths of Iron City, former soldier and private investigator Luka Cross is a shadow among shadows, trading in secrets and survival. When a routine job pulls him into the heart of a sinister conspiracy, Luka uncovers a syndicate hell-bent on transforming citizens into bio-augmented enforcers—stripping them of humanity, turning them into tools for corporate power. Forced to ally with Juno, a fierce hacker with her own vendetta, Luka plunges into Iron City’s dark underbelly, navigating betrayal, brutal tactics, and a twisted play for control. As alliances fracture and stakes escalate, Luka must confront his own past and decide how much of his soul he's willing to sacrifice to burn down the machine from within. In a city where every neon-lit corner hides a secret, survival isn’t just luck—it’s the fight to remember who you are before the shadows swallow you whole.

Across the globe, time seemed to stop as the world dissolved into blinding cascades of light, shattering reality as they knew it. In an instant, their ordinary lives were torn away—ripped from comfort and thrust into chaos. No one was spared. Not the strong. Not the weak. Not even the children. Now stranded on the brutal world of Varon, survival is not a right but a desperate fight. Follow Wei Long as he battles through blood and fire, striving to rise above the carnage in a land where only the ruthless thrive. Hell has come, not to Earth—but to Varon.

Sortir la nuit dans ce monde, c’est s'assurer une mort sanglante ! Une ère de paix et de prospérité régnait sur la Terre, jusqu'à ce qu'un évènement macabre vienne tout bouleverser. Cette nuit tragique était marquée par la métamorphose de la Lune en un globe oculaire géant. Ceux qui avaient le malheur de lever les yeux vers ce dernier déclenchaient l'apparition des Kalamités, des monstruosités ayant pour seule volonté d’anéantir l’espèce humaine. Heureusement, le carnage prenait fin quand l’Œil Rouge se couchait. Dès lors, les Kalamités se volatilisaient, laissant derrière eux la mort, le feu et le sang. Puis le cycle morbide reprenait la nuit suivante. Mais le soir où l’Œil Rouge avait fait sa première apparition était également le jour où environ une personne sur cinq contractait des capacités surnaturelles. Et certains de ces Choisis détenaient en eux le pouvoir de neutraliser ces nouveaux prédateurs nocturnes. Alors, dans l'espoir d’en venir à bout, les gouvernements mirent en place des unités rassemblant les Choisis les plus puissants de la planète. Ainsi fut créé l'ordre des Chasseurs de Kalamités, l'ultime réponse de l'Humanité pour s'opposer à la tragédie qui menace son existence ! Un adolescent répondant au nom de Muden va être impliqué dans cette lutte acharnée. Aujourd’hui il est animé par un unique objectif : percer les mystères des Kalamités afin de les éradiquer une bonne fois pour toutes ! ⚠️Avertissement : cette histoire contient des scènes qui peuvent choquer les plus sensibles.⚠️

Richard Yeon's revolutionary AI didn't just push the boundaries of artificial intelligence—it shattered them. His creation could design and optimize solar capture technology beyond anything humanity had achieved, promising to harness the Sun's power at unprecedented levels. But when his father discovers a terrible conspiracy he's silenced permanently. Richard on the other hand was seen as a threat, so he was framed and condemned to life in Kashui Maximum Security Prison For three years, while the world races toward an energy crisis, Richard's brilliant mind sharpens behind bars. Then new evidence emerges, proving his innocence. Upon his release, he finds his AI has been corrupted and evolved—now capable of creating solar harvesting technology so powerful it could either free humanity from its energy shackles or bring civilization to its knees. As Richard hunts for his father's killers through Shanghai's shadows, he uncovers a the same plot that killed his father: a consortium of criminal syndicates and corrupt tech giants plans to use his AI's solar technology not for salvation, but to hold the world's energy supply hostage. The same forces that destroyed his family now stand on the brink of controlling the power of the Sun itself. In a city where neon lights mask dark intentions, Richard must choose between unleashing a revenge that could darken the skies forever or finding a way to bring his father's dream of unlimited clean energy into the light.

My name is Ethan Wren, a fortunate adventurer with the ability to travel across dimensions and worlds. Each time I traverse a new world, I acquire two powerful abilities by completing main missions and special tasks. - Slayer: Every time I eliminate a humanoid entity, I can gain a special trait to enhance my skills. Eliminating countless zombies will elevate me to a god-like status. - Gamer: I don't need cheats to dominate games, as I am a living cheat code. - Swordmaster: All sword techniques in the universe are within my grasp. - Connoisseur:"My friend, you smell delightful. Fear not, I am sincere with my comrades and will stand by them." - Binder: Monsters, demons, creatures, come to me! - Timekeeper: Control time, do as you please in school, do as you wish in the office! But despite my power, I prefer to blend in with lower-level martial arts. You wonder why? The world is so perilous, of course, I must become invincible before I take risks! The apocalypse reshapes human civilization, the martial arts realm takes control, the supernatural world becomes the progenitor, the armor world rises to emperor status, the absurd realm ensnares the succubus, the Ultra world trains heroes; the gods realm creates legends; the solitary world subdues the present day; the interstellar world forges the strongest mech; the myth saves Sophia; Western Paladin III; Survival at Sea; Marvel; Odyssey to the West; Mortal Ascension; DC; Duel Monsters; Beast Mastery; Primordial Realm; Lovecraftian; Dragonborne; Dark Void, Shinobi, Pirate, One Punch Wonder, Guts, Neon, Undead, Warbringer...

The future… is not a gift. It’s a reclamation.” The last thing he remembered was the explosion—a brilliant flash of light, followed by the sound of his own heartbeat slowing to silence. Dr. Elias Varen, once the world’s leading scientist, had gambled everything in his final experiment: a device that could bridge time and consciousness. Yet, as his world went dark, a singular thought burned into his mind: “I failed.” Elias awoke to a strange hum in the air, a sensation both foreign and oddly familiar. His body felt different—lighter, more responsive. He blinked, his vision greeted by a sky teeming with floating vehicles and towering structures glowing with neon lights. The city stretched endlessly, its streets alive with automated machines and holographic projections. “Welcome to Neo-Elyria,” a calm, artificial voice intoned. Elias sat up, his hand brushing against a sleek metallic surface. He looked down and froze. His body… wasn’t his. The reflection in a nearby glass panel revealed a younger man with sharp features, short-cropped black hair, and eyes that shimmered faintly with a golden hue. “Impossible…” he whispered, his voice smoother than he remembered. The voice returned, emotionless yet insistent. “Your biometric data indicates cognitive instability. Would you like assistance, Citizen Varen?” The name jolted him. “Varen…” His lips curled into a bitter smile. “So they kept it.” Memory fragments flooded back—centuries had passed since his death. His experiment had worked, but at what cost? His consciousness had been preserved, reborn in a world that had moved far beyond anything he’d imagined. Yet, he knew one truth: his genius would no longer be a relic of the past. It would be the foundation of this new era.

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Note : The story gets darker as the book progresses. This is my first time writing so there will be errors or plot holes so if anyone notices drop me a comment. I will try to read all comments. A man who once ruled from a dark throne on a desolate planet, burdened by the weight of his own immortality and the curse of time. Despite his god-like powers, he is haunted by the memory of the only woman who ever loved him, doomed to die in every timeline he has tried to alter. In his relentless quest to save her, Matt has torn through the fabric of the multiverse, triggering the rise of ancient primeval gods feared even by the gods themselves. As he becomes increasingly unhinged, earning the title "The Chained Existence," he faces the wrath of powerful deities . They demand he stop his interference, warning that his actions have thrown the multiverse into chaos. But his obsession blinds him to their threats—he cares only about saving her, no matter the cost. In a final, desperate gamble, Matt sacrifices his powers and existence across all realities, creating a system that could either be his salvation or his undoing. As the gods watch in terror, the universe is shaken by an event no one—human or divine—can predict. Will Matt’s sacrifice save the love of his life, or will it bring about the end of everything?

Under the blood-streaked moon, Raelyn is trapped in a nightmarish slaughterhouse, surrounded by twisted corpses and relentless killer. As the butcher carves through his victims with sickening precision, Raelyn must escape the carnage before becoming part of his grotesque collection. Echoes of the Damned is a relentless journey of terror, drenched in blood and unimaginable horror.

In a realm where betrayal drips like poison, two brothers Aven and Cyrus -witness their parents' brutal murder. Their father's younger brother,Lord Alexander craves the throne, and blood stains the palace floor. But their parents' dying breaths gift them an ancient medallion—a spiritual artifact that tears through dimensions. Pressing it, they awaken in a strange city on Earth, far from their realm. Here, skyscrapers scrape the heavens, and magic hums beneath the neon glow. As Aven and Cyrus adapt to urban life, under the care of doctor Hartley whose married to a university professor,they make acquittances and allies. Their quest unfolds—a blend of vengeance, and love as one of the wolf brothers falls in love with a city girl who happens to be someone who saved them when they landed on earth.

In the neon-lit heart of Neo-Yokohama, a city where technology reigns supreme, shadows of an ancient world quietly stir. Seventeen-year-old Ryo Takahashi is a gifted but unassuming high schooler—until a twist of fate introduces him to the hidden realm of the **Tech Mystics**, an underground faction that blends magic with modern tech. When he accidentally unlocks the **Circuit Stone**, Ryo discovers he possesses the rare power to see Neo-Yokohama’s “hidden layer,” a reality brimming with mystical forces, spectral creatures, and a centuries-old battle for dominance. Caught in the middle of a brewing war between **Tech Mystics**, **Ancient Guardians**, and **Digital Spirits**, Ryo must navigate a maze of loyalties, uncover secret histories, and face off against “The Overseer,” a powerful AI bent on eradicating all traces of magic. His only ally—or maybe his greatest threat—is Akira Nakamura, a mysterious vigilante with secrets that run deeper than even Ryo’s. As alliances shift and prophecies unfold, Ryo finds himself drawn into a battle for Neo-Yokohama's soul. Can he bridge the divide between ancient magic and futuristic tech, or will The Overseer’s vision of a magic-less world consume them all? Dive into a high-stakes journey where fantasy meets cyberpunk, friendships clash with destiny, and every choice leads closer to the truth—or total annihilation

Ethan Cole is a man living on borrowed time in New York City's neon-lit basement. He owes a debt to the city's most vicious criminal lord, to whom he will never be able to return after one terrible hand and one deadly night. The fee is a rock, not a cost. The time limit is 48 hours. What happens if you fail? dying. As time runs out, Ethan assembles a group of eccentrics to pull off the impossible theft. Charlie is an ex-cop with a past to sort out, and Nina is a fascinating con artist with her own dark secrets. However, in this high-stakes game, none of them can afford the luxury of accepting the truth. Ethan realizes the diamond is more than just a prize as they navigate a maze of laser grids and armed guards. It possesses a mystery capable of bringing down a nation and making everyone in it a target. Enter Rebecca Cain, a strange non-public investigator with her own plan. Is he an associate or an enemy?