Facing Your Inner Demons

Once an unsung slave; Yur’s existence was defined by blood, pain, and chains. That was until he stumbled into Zulmasharr, the realm of demons. In the depths of despair and agony, a near-death encounter unsealed the terrifying truth of his existence; he is no mere mortal. A cursed hybrid of human and demon; Yur’s survival was only possible through the bloody rebirth of his Ashkavaal bloodline and the awakening of his sinister cultivation system, Zul. With Zul, Yur can rear demons for rituals, harvest their power, and dominate the chaotic world around him. But freedom comes at a cost. As the incognizant successor to an ancient being, his every step is burdened by the weight of a destiny he never asked for. Yur craves only one thing: to stay free, unbound by demons and men. Yet his growing power and severed bloodline ignite the fascination of forces that would see him enslaved or slaughtered. Yur must steer through a world of demons where trust is a fault, survival is animus, and his very existence is a blemish. Blood will pour, flames will revolt, and demons... they kneel or die. But in the end, is freedom attainable for the bearer of a bloodline forged from blood and ash? Will Yur vanquish his fate or will it condemn him? [WSA 2025 Entry!] https://discord.gg/uvPu3UFmHr

For centuries, they existed alongside humanity—beings with shifting forms, unnatural abilities, and no place to belong. Feared, hunted, and cast into the shadows, they were seen as monsters. Demons. Not because they were, but because it was the only way humans could understand them. When fear turned to control, they were captured. Experimented on. Locked away in labs deep underground, stripped of their names, their identities, their freedom. To the world above, they were nothing more than forgotten myths. But secrets never stay buried forever. Sixteen-year-old Ryu Mikael wasn’t thinking about any of that. He had bigger problems—like the homework he forgot to do. Instead of facing another lecture at school, he decided to ditch, heading into the mountains to get some peace and finally finish his work. Away from the noise. Away from everything. Then he saw him. A stranger. Standing there, still yet tense, his head tilting slightly—watching. There was something unnatural in the way he moved, like a predator studying prey. Then, in an instant, he lunged. And Mikael’s life changed forever.

Given a second chance at life, Nie Li and Ji Ren are reincarnated as their 15-year-old selves. Armed with the knowledge they acquired in their previous life, they set out to change the outcome of their past and save their city from the wrath of the Sage Emperor. With a new starting point, the two rise from the weakest to legends, settling past grudges and becoming forces to be reckoned with as they climb the ranks. This new lifetime presents a chance for Nie Li and Ji Ren to rewrite their destinies and secure a brighter future for those they hold dear.

In a futuristic world where humanity thrives despite the ancient threat of demonic portals, monstrous entities continue to emerge, preying on the unsuspecting. To combat this, the Department of Demon Control (DDC) enlists elite warriors known as Kai-Users—humans born with an exceptional life force called Kai. Their existence remains a secret, hidden from the public eye. Kimura Asahi, a 17-year-old high schooler. Balancing school life and his duty to protect the city, his only solace is Ai, his fiancée and sole confidante. Haunted by his past and his vow to protect his younger sister, Natsumi, Asahi must push beyond his limits as greater threats emerge. A battle for survival begins. Will his love and determination be enough to face the demons ahead? Support this story by adding it to your collection, giving Power Stones, and Golden Tickets! For private discussion, reach out on Discord: https://discord.gg/2zz2Csj9UQ

In a small province form Mountain Province called Bangaan. Something is happening, something that is not right. Benjo was weak and pale, full of anger while his opponent Clyde is making fun of him. Benjo was about to deliver a heavy blow at Clyde when suddenly, his arm emmit yellow fiery blazing aura, startling the audience including Clyde and him. A head of a lion formed on his fist, roaring. It made contact with Clyde's face. It made a loud bang sound like a gunshot, echoing throughout the battalion ground. Clyde was knocked out. Benjo was also shocked to what just happened but he fall to the ground because of his tiredness. The people have never seen like it. They called it a day and went home, still wandering about the shocking phenomenon. Mateo went to sleep. But in a random time in the night, he started to feel uncomfortable pain all around his body. He raised his arm, lizard scales around his arm, his pinky and pointy fingers have claws like a lizard. He taught it was just a dream, he fought the pain and tried to sleep it in. He doesn't know whoever was in that fight, also experienced it the same as his. The next day, all of them are experiencing headache, lower resistance making them easily get sick, and body pain. The next day, they got better as if it was nothing happened yesterday and went to attend school. Another fight is about to happen in the afternoon. Our main character Mateo, who was filled with curiosity because of what happened during the fight between Benjo and Clyde attend to watch the fight.

'Dreams can be real. Nightmares can be real. Angels can be real. Demons can be real.' Pleasure is for everyone. But how can you enjoy it when you discover the truth that a demon was pleasuring you? Elysee Torres, a simple woman who wished for a simple and happy life until her curiosity led her to a demon who wanted to pleasure her everytime she closed her eyes. Valor, a hot guy with a perfect body-an Incubus who liked to pleasure women in their dreams. Two different creatures will meet and will face every challenges in order to prove to everyone that their love is not forbidden. Even if they are fighting between life and death or even the world is against them, they will not surrender. Until the end of their lives, they will fight their love no matter what consequences awaits them. They will face the hardest trial of their life together.

University Girl Love Romance Fah has always lived life on a well-planned path-good grades, close-knit friends, and a future that seems certain. At university, she has everything she needs, including Phat, the boy who has always been by her side. But when Nara, a mysterious transfer student with a guarded past, enters her world, something shifts. At first, it's subtle-a lingering glance, an unspoken tension, a question left unanswered. But as their lives begin to intertwine, Fah finds herself drawn to Nara in a way she doesn't understand... or maybe refuses to admit. As whispers spread across campus and friendships are tested, Fah must confront the truth she's been avoiding. But the closer she gets to Nara, the more she realizes-some feelings cannot be ignored, and some choices cannot be undone. In a world where expectations define everything, will Fah have the courage to listen to her own heart? A slow-burn, emotionally charged university romance that explores love, identity, and the fear of falling for the unexpected.

what would you do If your world was flipped upside down and the one who caught you was the one your family warned you about. Turns out your family lied. Trigger warnings Talk about past abuse physically abused verbal abuse Assault Failed S*xual Assault Panic Attacks

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Demons Rising is a medieval-esque fantasy novel about a young boy named Dante who feels alone and isolated growing up in his village. With the help of an old man who takes care of him until he dies, Dante discovers that he has mana veins and is capable of incredible things. He is driven to leave his village and join the kingdom's army to make a name for himself, but he must first overcome bullies, monsters, and his own limitations. Along the way, Dante discovers the truth about his past and his destiny, ultimately finding himself at the center of a battle that will determine the fate of the kingdom. (Participant for WSA 2023)

Liam is a simple farmhand, dreaming of an honest life—until war shatters everything. When a rival kingdom raids his home, his father and first love are taken, and he is forced to flee into the wilderness. Alone and desperate, he fights to survive until a lone warrior finds him, offering a path to strength and vengeance. But as Liam trains in swordsmanship and combat, something awakens within him—an uncontrollable magic tied to the wind itself. Fearful of his own power, he struggles to master it, unaware that his blood holds a secret that could tip the balance of the world. Divine and dark magic have long opposed each other, locked in an ancient struggle known only to a select few. Liam is more than a survivor. He is the key to a war far greater than the one that stole his home. And soon, both gods and demons will come for him.

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The apocalypse has begun. Over a hundred billion Undead have risen to wipe out humanity. Humans gifted with the powers of Gods fight to survive against zombies and each other. Nathaniel Torres was the last survivor of this apocalypse and has learnt the terrifying truth - the apocalypse has repeated countless times in an unbreakable cycle. However this time things will be different. Nathaniel’s memories from the horrors of the previous apocalypse - allowing him to regress to the day it all began. Nathaniel desperately hopes to change the future and prevent humanity’s grim fate. To do this he seeks to unite the infamous Nine Demons - nine of the strongest humans who defy the will of the Gods. Written by Ransom Realdwin

The Apocalypse is in full swing. Defiled - powerful creatures corrupted by the Great Collision - prowled the lands in search of prey. Unfortunately for them, the human race had long since retreated behind the secure walls of the Sanctuary of Everlast. During one of his regular excursions outside the Sanctuary, Alden is separated from Celeste. - his childhood friend and crush. In that moment, he came to regret never summoning the courage to confess. Somehow managing to survive thanks to some trickery, Alden awakens as a mage. Instead of receiving a normal power, he gains the ability to decay. What's more, during his ascension, he received a vision from his future self advising him not to trust the Asterons - celestial beings who had saved his race from inescapable doom. Normally... such a revelation wouldn’t faze Alden. However, there was only one major problem with the declaration, though. Celeste was bound with an Asteron. And not just any normal Asteron... She had made a pact with one of the Divine Sovereigns. ________ Cover is not mine. I found it on Pinterest. Link to discord server: https://discord.gg/VPEtsc4c

50 years ago demons and other spiritual life forms invaded Earth and started a great War in search of a new world to call home or maybe something more!!

The catastrophe is coming, no one can survive，a person who perfectly inherited the Star Technique and Chaos Bloodline.

In the world of hunter, dungeon and Tower, Long Zhen considered as trash his elder brother and sister at the age of five start cultivating their QI and they considered as very talented with bright future but Long Zhen at age of five still don't feel the QI around him, like other children before the awakening. In this world, only rare and God like talents can feel the QI around them, before the awakening of profession...... When Long Zhen was five year old he and his family get in a tragic accident, where as his family members don't even injured that much Doctor and other people considered them as first priority over Long Zhen. who is more injured then anyone with an broken arms, bruised face covered in broken glasses, when Long Zhen, fighting for life and death only one doctor giving him treatment, but it wasn't enough due to lack of proper treatment, Long Zhen Die, when his brother and sister know about his death they start crying, suddenly Long Zhen body heal with no injuries on his body, all doctor and his brother and sister present their got shocked by this event..... When Long Zhen wake up, he heard a robotic sound in his head and then he realised he got a system but Long Zhen is very confused and shocked, because without awakening the profession, no one can have system..... So what is the reason of accident, what are the origin of the system, can Long Zhen now become a hunter?.... No no, can Long Zhen now become a God.? Please read my novel.... I know my English is not good please gave me some guidance, how can I improve myself. NO HAREM

I’ve killed thousands before, in a world far from this one, and I’ll kill thousands more before I’m done. This place is nothing new—just another hunting ground, filled with the same fragile, oblivious prey. They scream the same, beg the same, die the same. Their fear tastes just as sweet. With my gift, I can be anyone and I can be anywhere. By the time they realize what I am, they’ll already be bleeding out in my hands. ——— Art on cover is by u/tj_ill on Reddit (I can take it down! I asked for permission to use their art but I haven't received a response yet. I used it nonetheless because it genuinely looks unsettling—the perfect choice.)

the actions in this story actually took place in my life, this is a deep dive into my emotions and stories that I normally do not share with people around me. so i hope you enjoy.

Once upon a time, in a very lovely kingdom, two girls were born on the same day, with same faces. One was the only daughter of the royal couple. The princess of the kingdom. While, the other one was a commoner. An orphan by birth. The princess tied by the royal customary binds, she was tired. She longed to spend some time free from being the royal protocols, and duties. While, the other one wondered how it would be to live a life where she did not need to worry about life being difficult. A life where she did not need to get so much tensed about earning for neck weeks bills and groceries, and where it would be much easier. And then once, there lives entwined in such a manner, preparing a surprise, that they had not expected! A lesson where they would know that it wasn't easy at anyone's shoes. At the same time, there were two handsome kings struggling to woo the ladies ... Let's dive into the story to know what happens...

"This is a story of about an entire race how they grew to be so powerful and what they did with that power to earn themselves different nicknames showcasing both their kind but also powerful strength that was before a single member folly lead to the once peaceful race going on a quest for conquest around several galaxies from hundreds of millennials. The hate, curses and prayer for their destruction which they accumulated from the denizen of thousands of different worlds they have invaded harassed an oppress was finally heard and answered The prayers awoke a nightmare, a terrible concept, an illusion, an impossibility to rain down wrath upon them which spread to their younger generation has they must fulfil a certain goal to finally free themselves and the next generations from this being's wrath.

Tao the protagonist is having a long journey where he meets lot of new allies while he becomes stronger at last he will have to fight with more than just inner strength.

In the chaotic heart of Kathmandu, two bumbling university cousins-Momo (named after her dad's dumpling obsession) and Maya-navigate academic failure, smoky alleyway misadventures, and their eccentric Momo(a type of Dumpling)-vendor friend Bishnu Dai. Their Raksi (alcohol) -fueled night takes a sinister turn when they stumble upon Bishnu worshipping a grotesque Lakhey (a horned demon from Nepali folklore), shifting their comedy of errors into a chilling horror crescendo. Think Scooby-Do with Jujutsu Kaisen.

When Aryan returns home to mourn the mysterious death of his father, a decorated police officer, he finds himself thrust into a world of secrets, danger, and power. A cryptic letter and an enigmatic stone left behind by his father unravel a legacy far greater than Aryan could have imagined. As he begins to uncover the truth, Aryan’s body transforms, granting him extraordinary abilities—and placing him at the center of a shadowy battle for justice. Haunted by grief but driven by purpose, Aryan must navigate a web of corruption, family bonds, and supernatural forces to honor his father’s legacy and protect a power even the gods feared. The journey has just begun. Will Aryan rise, or will the shadows consume him?