Zen Sand

a calamity once shook the earth and made it seem like extinction of all was certain however amidst the ashes of destruction the earth sudden awakened a latent power which seeped out from its core, transforming the earth and it's inhabitants and granting humans miraculous powers called ABILITIES which were powered by the energy which humans had evolved to harness. plants and animals on the other hand continuously evolved into terrifying beasts with slight semblance to their weaker predecessors. Now, over 3000 years later a mysterious young boy surrounded by strange circumstances,a past shrouded in mystery , and an unusual aura surrounding him finds himself with a mysterious system and in the prestigious sentinel military academy now with a new unknown ally in the form of the system Zen is on a mission for so much more than he knows. will he succeed? especially with literal and figurative ghosts from his past coming back to haunt them and pieces of their mysterious past coming to haunt him? ( wait did i say "them" and "their"? oops spoilers!) [important message] okay so the novel starts out a bit slow with little to no action scenes and more about providing info on the world and the MC Also,truth is i was confused about what to put as a warning notice or whether to put one at all because although the novel might contain some salty language there's really nothing too extreme. also I'd like to guarantee that there are no smut scenes. there might be some times when it almost happens or it did and I might not just go into it in detail or skip it altogether. plus there might be some times with extreme gore and torture both physical and psychological (mostly psychological) especially considering I want who as far as you know is the MC and most characters surrounding him to be as heartless as possible , and I want it to be clear that the MC is by no means a good person and won't hesitate to do some morally questionable stuff to achieve his goals,although not without reason. one last thing is that at first it might seem like I'm trying to make him powerful from the start for no reason but it's mostly due to specific circumstances. okay bye!

Humanity has come a very long way. The human civilisation is no longer limited to Earth. They have reached beyond the Solar System and the Milky Way. Their existence echoes across the Laniakea Supercluster. Far future, the world is decaying. Frustrated from corruption and crony capitalism, courageous people start rebel against the Universal Government. After being separated from childhood, journey of Rov and Ilm will be eventually collided and they need to face a hideous yet dangerous opponent.

What happens when humanity’s last hope has less than a 1% chance of survival? Vasudev was never meant to be ordinary. Born from the flames of war and raised in the shadows of fallen legends, his fate was sealed the moment his father vanished into oblivion. Now, as powerful forces conspire in the darkness, Vasudev finds himself standing at the brink of an inevitable war—one against an enemy beyond anything the world has ever known. But when destiny offers him an impossible choice—fight a battle he cannot win or watch the world burn—what will he choose? With ancient powers awakening, forgotten truths resurfacing, and allies turning into enemies, Vasudev must unravel the mysteries behind his father’s disappearance, the legendary Death Slayer sword, and the true nature of the Zero Society. As the Infinite War begins, will Vasudev rise to claim his destiny… or fall, just another forgotten warrior in the sands of time?

The world is a pretty big place. But for Jumpers, people who can go to other worlds and planes of existence it's a small spick of sand to what they see. And a city filled with talking potted plants, whales swimming in the sky, and gangs all across the city who are all Jumpers. Shit, this is as normal as it gets. After all when the unordinary is ordinary, what excitement to be had. Welcome to Fini Hajimar.

Introducing the new story "Return to '81: The Struggle of the Eldest Sister" – a heartwarming pampering tale, a tale of marital love, a tale of a woman's self-empowerment. That year, Ning Yunxi willingly married. On the day she took her vows, everyone around doubted the union, and her family declared, she shouldn't expect to receive a single penny from home. Her husband was an orphan with a bunch of little radish head siblings? No one believed her soldier husband would one day become a high-ranking official, no one imagined her Second Uncle would become a great scientist, and no one conceived that her young aunt would be a future superstar, let alone that the fourth child would be a natural-born tycoon. But truly, one day, all the futures Ning Yunxi saw came to fruition. Today, she has married a poor soldier and has become the sister-in-law in the military; raising the children of soldiers without fear, convinced she's betting not just on one potential stock, but on a multitude of leading stocks – with her newly acquired special abilities, she becomes a super teacher for the people! ----------------------------------------------------- All along, she had been recognized by the Wen Family as the least promising daughter, unremarkable in appearance and unnoticed, still unable to marry at the ripe age of twenty-nine. He, the son of a military family, born with privileges, deliberately concealed his identity at the matchmaking banquet, posing as an ordinary man. When they married, people sneered, "A pair of worn-out shoes matched with a bankrupt family, just perfect." Then one day, the gold buried in the sand shone with an immense brilliance...

Akash, a boy shunned by his village, seeks to gain admiration and reunite with his friends by proving his worth in the war-torn sands of Reem. His fight for respect and connection propels him through trials that test his resolve, courage, and the depths of his humanity. Daenys never wished to lead, but destiny had other plans. Thrust into prominence amidst a feud between the kingdom of Astad and the kingdom of Estil, she must navigate the treacherous waters of politics and power. Her journey is one of reluctant acceptance, as she transforms into the leader her people desperately need. Mirak is driven by an insatiable desire to understand the magic that shapes their world. His quest leads him into the clutches of an empire, where he becomes enslaved as a Publici. Determined to break free, he must master the very magic that binds him, turning his chains into sources of strength and liberation. Unbeknownst to them, hungering gods pick at the carcass of a dying world—a time when the Infinite Arcana was whole, unbroken into Essences, and humanity remained in the dark. For over one hundred centuries, the Ninth Age of Stagnation has reigned, bringing war, strife, and the suffocation of knowledge. In a world teetering on the edge, will these unlikely contenders rise to become heroes, or will the malicious powers that haunt their steps consume them entirely?

The waves ripple around me, calling me in a whisper, Into the deepest part of the ocean. As I walk on the soft sand, the water sweeps over my feet, surrounding where I stand, giving me the sweetest sensation. Oh ocean, why do I feel so attracted to you? Why do I feel the tickling of your whispers? As it causes cold shivers down my spine. I could hear your gentle lullaby, It roars like a lion, yet so steady and honest Just like a refined diamond. Oh, sea, why do you call my name in a whisper? Caressing waves upon the shore, Once again you beckon me. Why do you show yourself at my doorstep? Why do I feel your presence everywhere I go? Why do you call me so desperately? I want to know, cause when the sea calls? Who will answer?

Tanasma, a breathtaking planet where the harmony of magic and technology thrives side by side, giving birth to civilizations that stand in stark contrast to one another. Yet, this very contrast has made conflict an unending cycle, a storm that never truly settles. For as long as history remembers, Tanasma has been a battlefield of ideologies, where heroes and villains alike have risen and fallen, their ambitions either fueling the flames of war or extinguished before they could leave a mark. Some fight for justice, some for power, and others merely to survive—but in the end, so many perish without meaning, their names lost to the sands of time. What does it all amount to? Is war truly inevitable? Is peace nothing but a fleeting dream, crushed under the weight of unyielding beliefs? Or is it the boundless ego of mankind that dooms the world to an endless cycle of bloodshed?

CQ 2024 entry. When Lithe Hildebrand hires Zen Starke to retrieve stolen property belonging to the Maximillian Tribe nothing goes according to plan. Lithe, a workaholic and perfectionist, convinces Zen to let him go on the dangerous mission with him for fear that if mishandled it could ruin his reputation and career. Intrigued, Zen is determined to keep his potential mate by his side at all costs. For he’s never met anyone as captivating and sensuous as Lithe. When Lithe’s life is threatened, Zen makes a bargain to protect Lithe if he pretends to be his fiancé. Pressed for time, Lithe agrees since Zen is nothing like the media portrays him to be. As a recessive omega he finds the dominant alpha irresistibly charismatic and fiercely loyal. The problem is the feelings are mutual. Despite their differences, the lovers embark on a dangerous quest that gets them more than they bargain for when they encounter murder, deception and the gift of everlasting love.

[LitRPG / Isekai / Adventure / Action / Comedy] Inspired by Mushoku Tensei, God of War, Bloodborne, Elden Ring & Warhammer 40k. Zen Hawthorn is a strange fellow, born with a curse that makes everyone question his sanity. In a cruel twist of fate, he embarks on a journey to avenge his grandfather; further unlocking the mysteries of the world he lives in.  Join him on an action-adventure-romcom journey filled with Demons, celestials, and cosmic beings as he narrates from his humble beginning to the prevention of the Demon King's resurrection and more. Beware of plentiful memes, Easter eggs, and references found within. This story contains Japanese folklores, Norse & Greek mythology along with Elves, Demons, Reptilians, Vikings and Dragons. Have fun reading! Book 1 - Not An Isekai Story (Completed) [Rewritten] Book 2 - Not An Isekai Story Unshipped (In Progress) Book 3 - Simply Not Another Isekai Story (Coming Soon) Book 4 - Simply Not Another Isekai Story Unlimited (Coming Soon)

Years after a brutal, six year war between martial artists and magicians ended with the coexisting of the two parties, creating mixed martial arts, in 2002, a boy named Hawk Yuje would begin his quest to become the best mixed martial artist in the world.

In the heart of the Azure Star Continent lies the legendary Celestial Clan, rulers of an unbroken legacy of power, wealth, and influence. At its helm stands Xian Tianyang, a prodigy born with unparalleled talent and destined to inherit the mantle of leadership. Calm, calculating, and relentless, Tianyang has forged a reputation as an unshakable force, a young master whose genius is rivaled only by his ambition. But the path to supremacy is fraught with danger. In a continent where alliances shift like desert sands and rival factions sharpen their blades, Tianyang must navigate a world of intrigue and betrayal. When his childhood fiancée, Lin Yuqing, the “Blooming Empress” of the Eternal Bloom Clan, enters his life, their union threatens to spark both alliances and rivalries that could reshape the continent. With ancient secrets lurking in the shadows, enemies plotting from every corner, and the weight of his family’s legacy on his shoulders, Tianyang must prove that he is more than just a prodigy—he is the heir to the Celestial Throne. Will their fates intertwine as destined rulers, or will the fires of ambition and duty tear them apart? Prepare for a tale of genius, power, and forbidden emotions, where every choice has the power to change the fate of nations. Disclaimer! Please read Auxiliary volume 0 & important information at the end of some chapters, to better understand the setting, characters, techniques, cultivation realms, bloodlines, beast levels & contracts.

The realm of Lusara is a land of splendor and strife, where towering kingdoms rise above fertile lands, and shadowed secrets dwell within the hearts of the powerful. The empire is upheld by a delicate balance: a sovereign monarch presiding over lesser lords, and beneath them, the two dominant Houses—House Avernal and House Crimsonvale. These Houses are the empire’s shield and dagger, bound by duty yet divided by enmity. Known as the "Houses of the Devil," their reputations stem from the lords who rule them—individuals whose power, ambition, and ruthlessness have made them both revered and feared. Each House serves the empire in its own way: House Avernal safeguards the northern frontiers, a land of unyielding mountains and winter's breath, while House Crimsonvale governs the southern expanses, a place of blazing sands and endless sunsets. Though their territories form the empire’s spine, their hostility toward each other threatens to tear it apart. In a time of rising tensions, their paths converge not on the battlefield but at the edge of the empire, where an abandoned orphanage crumbles in solitude. There, among overgrown flowers and whispered memories, lives a girl who calls herself a flower. This meeting will set the threads of destiny spinning, entwining love, hatred, and the bittersweet fragility of life.

A young man was living in the world of Marvel. With every step he took, new friends and enemies emerged. Against a god of war, his sword radiated immense energy, clashing head-on with divine might. As aliens swarmed the skies, invading his city, he raised his hand—spears of light and ice monsters materialized from his magic. When faced with a demonic being, his body was engulfed in a unique flame, and he charged forward with ferocity and power beyond that of mortals. Battling a master of magnetism, an individual capable of bringing about the apocalypse, a certain purple titan, and countless others, he stood his ground, wielding both intelligence and strength. Now, given the opportunity to access a powerful system linked to different worlds, this young man must carve his path in Marvel. Will he survive? Or will his fate be shattered, his existence erased like dust in the sands of time? Note: I)This book is a fanfic focous on Marvel. They not gone folow necessarily the UCM, but it will have influence. II)The protagonist will be OP, but will have growth. III)I dont have the rights to characters or contexts that are not entirely created by me. IG: @great.daoofspace

Liam was born powerless in a world where strength defined everything. While others wielded extraordinary abilities, he had nothing, nothing but a kind heart and an unshakable will to do good. But fate had other plans. One day, the system chose him. It didn’t just grant him power; it reshaped his very existence, bestowing upon him abilities beyond imagination. With every battle, every challenge, he leveled up, clawing his way toward greatness. The weak boy the world had dismissed was becoming a hero. But power is never without consequence. As Liam’s strength grew, so did the shadows around him. His enemies no longer just targeted him, they targeted those he loved. One by one, the ones he loved were slipping through his fingers like sand in a storm. And with every loss, the light within him dimmed further. The hero the world once knew was gone. In his place, a figure emerged from the darkness, the unseen force lurking at the end of every road, the final whisper in an enemy’s dying breath. What does the future hold for Liam? Can he reclaim the light, or has he stepped too far into the darkness? There’s only one way to find out.

"Gerçek ile hayal arasındaki çizgi sandığından daha ince olabilir..." Sarah, sıradan bir genç kız olduğunu sanıyordu—ta ki hayatı bir anda altüst olana kadar. Babasının ölümüyle başlayan kâbusları, onu hiç bilmediği bir dünyaya sürükledi. Gözlerini açtığında, kendisini bir suikast çetesinin içinde buldu. Düşman mıydı, yoksa bir piyon mu? Kralların büyüyle hükmettiği, suikastçilerin gölgelerde saklandığı bu dünyada hayatta kalmak için savaşmayı öğrenmek zorunda. Ama içindeki en büyük savaş, kendi kalbiyle olacak… Çünkü aşık olduğu kişi, düşman ülkenin prensi! İhanetin, büyünün ve savaşın hüküm sürdüğü bu dünyada, Sarah kendi kaderini yazabilecek mi?

Jidenna stared at the harem villain's unconscious body under his feet and the 13 knocked out beauties scattered around him. He looked at the sky and sighed, "Can't I have a break" **** After being betrayed and killed by the one closest to him Jidenna, an ancient god woke up in a rental apartment with no memory of who he was. His only clue was the acceptance letter on his laptop to a university across the continent and the insight that accompanied him: he could know the use of an object with a touch. But before he could fully adjust to his new reality he was poisoned. Dragging himself from the gate of hades he went on a spree of revenge and afterwards set off to another land for schooling. Thinking to himself that the action was over but he began to notice strange things ever since he entered Pǔshì University His roommate wanted to siphon his luck. His seatmate was a trouble magnet and a harbinger of disaster. The random elderly man wanted to steal his girl and make her his 108th concubine. As if that wasn't enough action already the world ended gods and monsters tore open the sky bringing forth a new era of chaos. Bursting with anger, Jidenna rubbed them all in the sand and stuffed grass in their mouths. ——— Contact me on Instagram @Daoist_Starweaver

"The sole star shined in lonely light, yet it still felt dark, everything seems fake now. 'Everything has been lost, so let's find our Elysium,' Asher vows, a promise echoing from the past. But the path to this paradise is shrouded in shadow. What was lost? Who did he promise? And can Asher navigate the shifting sands of time to reclaim what's his, or will the darkness consume him first?" *NOTICE* The novel is still on its early stage, I have almost planned everything so please have patience with my first work.

‘’Let me tell you something honey, Revenge is the best dish served cold.’’ **** To her, betrayal was the most excruciating pain in the world—the kind that pierced her soul. The people she had loved with her entire heart had not only failed her, but ruthlessly deceived her. "How could you?" she had once cried, her voice shaking as she stared at the man she had chased like a madwoman. But he had already cheated on her—expecting a child with the very woman she despised with every fiber of her being. Her so-called ‘’family " was no better. The relatives she thought she could trust? They only wanted the inheritance meant for her and her little brother. The people who once smiled sweetly and flattered her? They were nowhere to be found when her glamorous and envious life crumbled to nothing. "I thought you all cared about me..." she whispered bitterly, watching as one by one, they all turned their backs on her when she needed them the most. In that devastating moment, everything became painfully clear. The bubble she had lived in popped and she finally saw their true faces. But....it was too late. Everything she had was gone, slipping through her fingers like sand in the wind. Except for him. Her former fiancé, the one man she had tried to ruin with every scheme she had planned, remained by her side until the end. He stood by her, even as she took her final breath. She had accepted her tragic fate—until something phenomenal happened. She woke up once again. Back to the past. Where nothing had happened yet.

In a realm where music is the thread that binds souls across lifetimes, two lovers are cursed to be forever separated by time. One is an immortal bard who composes melodies that echo through history, searching for the reincarnated soul of his beloved in every era. The other is a mortal soul, reborn again and again, yet never able to remember the love they once shared—until the song of eternal lovers is finally sung in its entirety. As fate cruelly keeps them apart, they must unravel the ancient spell that dooms them, facing trials from vengeful gods, forgotten prophecies, and a rival force determined to keep their love buried in the sands of time. Will their love finally break the cycle, or are they doomed to repeat the tragic melody for eternity?

A human experiment enters the world after a plunge into insanity Can he learn how live life to its fullest whilst on a mental breakdown. ○○○○○○○○○ Neto wakes up in a facility out of touch with the outside world, with no memories of his own. And due to a defect in his body he may be killed in a month at most. He has to discard the friends he made in the facility and try to escape before his life is no longer his own. And try fixing himself while at it. But Neto with his memories may not be the nicest person around. Does he fall to the depth of insanity and drag the world with him? Or does find companionship in the despondent word he lives in? *********** This is my first novel I plan to update at least one chapter every week ,this is just a side stuff for me . This novel may contain blood shed and psychological trauma,beware The cover isn't mine

MC transmigrated into Fairy Tail world with 3 wish (i already forgot about mc wish) also MC will start at fairy tail universe in the domain of imagination god(has fallen around internity years ago) the god domain only has three universe 1. fairy tail 2.one piece 3.unknown so our mc will start at fairy tail then go to the space searching for other universe...this more logic than any other fan fiction novel that mc just teleported into any world .

Cassian, a young knight, is caught in a brutal war. He's fighting not just for his country, but for something more: a desperate attempt to earn the approval of his father, the Emperor. The problem? The Emperor doesn't even know he exists. Cassian, along with his brother Kieran, are the Emperor's secret children, born from a forbidden love affair with the Duchess. The Emperor, a cold and calculating man, seems to have completely abandoned them, and the boys are left to grapple with the pain of their biological father's indifference. Then, a twist of fate. Cassian and Kieran wake up back at the beginning of their lives, reborn as children. This time, Cassian and Kieran vow to break free. They want nothing to do with the Emperor. They both wants to build a life of their own, far from the shadows of the Emperor. Will they live out their life in this life without the Emperor's existence in their life or will they go to the same path again?

Title: The Shattered Hourglass Introduction: In a world where time itself is a fragile construct, woven together by the threads of fate, a young warrior named Aelira finds herself thrust into an unimaginable battle — not just for her life, but for the very fabric of history. Born in a quiet village on the edge of a crumbling empire, Aelira’s world is upended when she discovers a mysterious artifact: a shattered hourglass, its sands frozen in time. The artifact, once belonging to the ancient Timekeepers, holds the power to traverse the past, present, and future. But every journey through time comes at a cost. As Aelira learns to wield the hourglass, she is pulled into an age-old conflict between the remnants of the Timekeepers, rogue factions who seek to rewrite history, and the dark forces that want to control time itself. With each leap through time, she uncovers hidden truths about her lineage, revealing her connection to a prophecy that foretells the rise of a new age — or the end of all time. Enemies from both the past and future hunt her, their motives as tangled as the very strands of time she manipulates. Trust becomes a rare commodity, and alliances shift with each passing moment. Aelira must navigate a labyrinth of betrayals, ancient magic, and shifting timelines, all while struggling to keep her humanity intact. Can she protect the fragile threads of time, or will the weight of history collapse beneath her? In a world where every action reverberates through the ages, Aelira must face the ultimate question: Is fate truly written in the sands of time, or can she rewrite history to save it?

The light of the fireplace cast long shadows on the wall, the fire reflected in the eyes of the woman sitting on the couch with a blanket over her shoulders. She had a bittersweet smile on her face as her mind traveled to the past days, nights long passed, nights she shared with her family when she was a kid. Memories she hoped to bring alive if possible. First story: a story adaptation of a popular folklore in Nigeria; The Princess and the half man; She had sworn on her mother's grave never to be blinded by emotions. But It'd seem she took after her mom in that aspect after all. Throwing all caution to the wind just for a man. She had thought she was different from the rest, leave it to reality to smack her back to her senses. Her feelings for her dad was complicated, she could say she hated him, but that was not quite true, no matter what, he was still her father. The one who pampers and gives in to her every whim. She knew it was partly guilt and the fact she was his only daughter out of a battalion of boys that contributed to his attitude towards her. But so what, she didn't care much for affection, all she had cared for was getting what she wanted, and that had been true about her, until now. Authors note: As a kid my dad will always sit us down at night, outside, in the darkness and tell us the most delightful stories of kingdoms long passed, Princesses and princes, magical creatures, much to the delight of us kids. But there's not much of that nowadays. So I want to share these delightful stories with everyone and I hope by doing this, these stories will not get lost in the sands of time. Thank you, have a nice read.

Having opened his eyes once more, Chu Zheng found the world turned upside down. He had transformed from a Cultural Relic Restorer into a household slave. At the same time, a new feature had emerged within his body: a Repair Panel that refreshed daily, enabling his skills to continuously advance. 【Incomplete Mantra (repairable)】→【Great Circulatory Breathing Guideline】 【Ruined Temple Remnant (repairable)】→【Ancestral Dao Golden Body】 【Damaged Spirit Root (repairable)】→【Superior Quality Immortal Bone】 ………… In an era of cultivating truth, heroes compete fiercely, and prodigies rise together. From ancient times, sages and wise men were buried by the sands of time; a lifetime of glory or disgrace turned to naught in a blink, and only a few names are recorded in the annals of history. Having lived this life a second time, Chu Zheng did not seek the arts of immortality, but merely wished to have his name remembered by future generations.

The final boss of the game has gained sentience. What happens when the once fictional character suddenly enters our reality? With his arrival, what would happen to the human race?

Follow Shido Haruka and his friends as they rank up to the hidden rank, Constellation Level and be the best Xora Users in the world

I couldn't sit and watch my parents rotting bodies. I did what they did. Suicide. But I got reincarnated to a different world where adventure happens. My mission is simple. Since my parents died. I figured they might be here. I will find them. Even if it means it's costing my life. I wanted answers. Wait, wouldn't they be a different person? My age? Oh no this is not going to be easy.