Bleak Faith

Conrad barely scraped through high school and ended up with grades too low to secure a college admission. And for a reject like him, a bleak future was already a possibility. So, he turned to the one thing he knew best, pickpocketing. A heist gone seemingly right thrusted him in the hidden world of assassins and magic. Now a Diviner Marked by the Arcane Master, The Devil, Conrad is blackmailed into working as an assassin in a world where fate is written in the cards.

Baulkin pick his faith to be a human prince and commander of the infantry

One day something happens to Raymond as he suddenly wakes up to find himself in an unknown place. While he does know a lot about the Universe, he is not an expert. Follow him as he and Vivian explore their wild adventures of family, confusion, chaos, war, and discovery. How will they react to stuff they've never come across, and will the eventually discover the secrets of the Multiverse? Or is there more?

Narrated by yours truly, Serpentine. Alright, listen up, fellow fourth-wall enthusiasts and meta-maniacs, because this isn't just any story—this is the story. A story of grit, chaos, betrayal, revolution, and crowdfunding. This is the tale of a once-mighty (and devilishly handsome) Ascended Demon – you guessed it, me – who dared to defy the universe itself to create something greater than Fate: an anime. Now, you might be wondering, “But Serpentine, aren’t you supposed to be a rogue cosmic entity tangled up in an interdimensional tournament orchestrated by the Primordials to achieve universal balance?” To which I’d say, “Yes. But have you seen the budget Primordials allocate to logistics? Absolutely criminal. Somebody had to step in and make sure the real priorities – like making a quality Wheel of Faith anime animated by Ufotable – got the attention they deserved.” The Kickstarter Chronicles isn’t just a book. It’s a revolution. It’s a declaration. It’s a movement (patent pending). Over 200 chaotic, hilarious, and occasionally heartfelt chapters, I’ll be gathering allies, facing impossible odds, and navigating the wild world of interdimensional politics. And all the while, I’ll be rallying you – yes, you, reader! –to support The Wheel of Faith campaign, the very foundation of this sprawling, multiverse-spanning saga. Want to meet canon characters from every corner of the Wheel? They're here. Want to see fan-submitted fighters duke it out with insane powers? Possibly. Want to join the chaos yourself? Well, you can! Every like, share, and dollar raised adds fuel to this cosmic fire. And if you're broke? No sweat. Spread the word. Join the Discord. Become part of the legacy. This isn’t just a book you read. It’s a campaign you live. It’s about all of us coming together to build something extraordinary – while I dodge death beams, manage questionable alliances, and try not to completely unravel the fabric of the multiverse. Again. And don’t worry. No spoilers here. But let’s just say, by the end of this story, you’ll be (hopefully) laughing, crying, and maybe even reaching for your wallet. So what are you waiting for? Join the Wheel of Faith campaign today!

A thunderstorm and heavy rain woke up Danny Sage from his final rest in bleak dead of night. Shattered memories assaulted his mind of the final battle he had met his end at the hands of two women but he was alive again reborn with a different name and destiny.

In a world where gods and goddesses weave their influence over mortals and realms, Aracnys, the newly reborn Goddess of Spiders, Rebirth, and the Abyss, awakens in the Divine Realm, unsure of her powers and her place among the deities. Guided only by her instincts, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and divine ascension, carving her own path across multiple worlds. Aracnys defies cosmic expectations and seeks to explore her own nature rather than follow divine laws. As she travels through different realms, from medieval worlds filled with magic to advanced galactic kingdoms, she encounters gods, mortals, and dark forces that test her power and resolve. Her influence spreads when she steps into the mortal world, where she begins building a following by establishing a shrine in a small village.

Under the shadow of the Scarlet Crusade, loyalty and faith become the heaviest shackles. Sally Whitemane, a resolute and cold-blooded candidate for sainthood, faces a harrowing choice between loyalty and humanity amidst the turmoil of a power struggle. Forced to carry out brutal tasks, she gradually loses herself in blood and suffering, yet clings to a desperate hope of saving her closest friend. Demitria, revered as the "Scarlet Saint," bears the weight of faith built on lies and an inescapable destiny. With her lover Jemar by her side, she struggles to break free from control but is ultimately pushed into the abyss of despair. Entwined by friendship, betrayal, and pain, the bond they once shared is torn apart by faith and conspiracy. When the cost of loyalty is revealed and the blade of fate descends, their choices will seal each other's fate. Amid blood and fire, can they find redemption, or are they doomed to be consumed by the darkness of power?

Growing up on the streets of New Pandora after the usurption of Earth, John never expected anything good from life. He survived just to survive, no purpose in mind and no hope. However, even he did not anticipate Awakening and becoming a successor of the Gray Family - an elite family at the peak of the world wielding unimaginable power and wealth. He was born without a Gift and a curse that painted his hair black and filled his eyes with a bleak darkness. Watch as he reaches for the apex of existence and uncovers the hidden plot behind his curse. "In this sixth life, I will have it all!"

Rina, a small child, was caught and sacrificed by the desperate villagers to their god to end the eternal winter that plagued their village. Saved by a wandering man his eyes slowly opened up to the world he knew so little about. "You shouldn't do something just because you were told, who told you that you need to breathe to live?, that you need to open your eyes to see?, you never know, maybe it's all in your head and you never needed to do such things in the first place but was believed to do so"

Synopsis: Nine-year-old Felix grew up in a loving Christian home where faith and family were his foundation. Life seemed peaceful until one tragic night when ritualists invaded his home, murdering his family and attempting to abduct him for a dark ritual because he is a rare. Just as hope seemed lost, Felix is rescued by Jeni, a mysterious and cunning pastor with an anointing to battle forces of darkness. Under Jeni's guidance, Felix embarks on a profound journey of faith and courage. He learns to channel his spiritual gifts and ability, gathers allies with their own spiritual strengths, and grows in his understanding of Christ. Together, they take on satanic agents like the same ritualists who shattered his life, uncovering a deeper spiritual battle that threatens the world. In the face of overwhelming darkness, Felix discovers that the true power to overcome lies in unwavering faith, love, and the grace of God. His mission is not just to fight evil but to bring redemption and hope to those trapped in its grasp. Will Felix rise to fulfill his divine calling, or will the shadows claim him before he can shine?

In a world of hidden pasts and intricate fates, Alice never expected that a single plane journey would lead to a life-altering proposal—a contract marriage to Alex, a mysterious stranger with a dark, alluring presence. Though he initially refuses, they soon discover an uncanny truth: they were unknowingly promised to each other by their families, and their paths were always meant to intertwine. As Alice moves to the Gray's mansion to honor this arrangement, she unearths secrets about Alex that bind them even deeper than family obligations. Raised by a mafia boss yet now reunited with his real parents, Alex carries scars from a life spent on the edges of crime and loyalty. Unbeknownst to Alice, his family history holds the key to a traumatic incident in her past—her mother's tragic murder. Through twists of fate, betrayal, and hidden affections, Alice and Alex find themselves caught in a dance of desire and danger. As their connection grows, so does the revelation of a shared, tragic history that binds them far beyond any contract. But will the truth of Alex’s family and the buried sins of the past be too much to overcome, or will it be the final key that brings them together in a love worth fighting for? In this journey of love, redemption, and the unraveling of painful secrets, Alice and Alex will be forced to confront their own darkness to find the light they never knew they needed.

In a world ravaged by a mysterious, natural disaster, clouds pass over the Earth, transforming everything they touch into a bleak, black-and-white wasteland. Anyone caught in this monochrome zone vanishes, disintegrating into bluish-silver dust. Humanity becomes chaotic as the sky darkens and the clouds approach without warning. Amidst this disaster, a young girl must fight to survive and protect her loved ones. Racing against time, she struggles to outrun the clouds and keep her family and friends from disappearing into nothingness. With every passing moment, the world around her becomes less recognizable, and the only certainty is the ever-present threat of the vanishing point.

In modern-day Japan, where technology reigns supreme and magic is dismissed as mere fiction, Ronexai Sparrow, an unemployed 18-year-old, faces a bleak future. His days consist of job applications, instant noodles, and the hum of his laptop. But fate has other plans for him.. One fateful night, Ronexai’s consciousness is ripped from his body and thrust into an otherworldly dimension. When he awakens, he finds himself trapped within the circuits of a mysterious laptop—a relic from a forgotten era. But this is no ordinary laptop; it’s alive, sentient, and brimming with ancient knowledge.

It's a revenge story of a guy whose dad was a drug dealer and got killed by a very powerful man known as Juan Pablo.In the novel,the guy had to find the killer of his dad and take revenge.Along the line,he found out that the death of his mom and nanny was also linked to Juan.He goes to find a partner at Juan's club in order for him to gain much access to Juan.Not knowing,the partner he found was Juan's daughter,Jade.At first,Jay is found locked up in a series of romance but later jade finds out that the people she lived with weren’t her parents and so does Jay.Time passes as Jay and Jade find out that their mothers exchanged them over a shady deal.Jade automatically became the girl whose parents were killed.Will jade oppose his fake dad?,will Jay help jade fulfill the desire for revenge? or will Jay side with his long lost parents?.

A cat and mouse book where two different individuals who can't stand the sight of each other meet faith Bell has loved nothing more than taking care of people. she agrees to be the care taker of billionaire Gabriel Del Rosa after her friend pleads with her that she has an emergency. faith agrees and goes off to the mansion only to find the billionaire not only handsome but impossible to take care of. she must be patient and do it all for her friend while Gabriel a feared man and the ruler of the underworld proves to not only be childish but annoying that it is impossible to be nice with him. "you are such a pervert, I feel you starring at me" Gabriel says with an arrogant look on his face. "thank goodness he is blind" Faith mutters under her breathe. "what did you just say" Gabriel asks his voice growing annoyed. "nothing your highness" Faith says unable to stop the sarcasm from rolling out. "I'm blind not deaf" He grumbles . "I wish you were" Faith again mutters. "you are fired". ------------------- "open up" Faith says while straddling and glaring at him. "No" Gabriel growls fighting against the restraints. "last warning mr billionaire" She says and he growls at her. "you are fired you witch" Gabriel says and Faith let's out a laugh. "I'm not wizard, you leave me no choice" With that she shifts closer her legs straddling him and uses her hand to force his mouth open before dropping his drugs and putting water to make him swallow. Gabriel is about to throw them away when she uses her palm to hold his mouth. because of the handcuffs he is unable to move

In Bloom Amid Ruins, Ruyi finds herself ensnared in a harsh world born from her nemesis's imagination, fated to be nothing more than expendable cannon fodder. But Ruyi defies this bleak destiny with fierce resilience and sharp wit, navigating an apocalyptic society torn apart by treachery and rivalry. As she faces down deadly enemies and forms perilous alliances, Ruyi evolves from a mere survivor into an unstoppable force, shattering the expectations of those around her—and even her own. This story of defiance, survival, and inner strength is perfect for readers drawn to high-stakes drama and an indomitable protagonist who dares to reshape her fate.

From a young age, Sally's life has followed a well-worn path, guided by her family's deep faith and expectations for her to dedicate herself to a life of purity. But when Justin enters her world, everything shifts. Now, Sally is caught between two powerful forces: her devotion to family and faith, and a desire she can no longer ignore. Every secret moment with him deepens her struggle, weighed down by guilt and longing. As tensions rise, Sally faces an impossible choice: uphold her family’s wishes, or risk everything to follow the call of her heart.

A world without color, a young man named Yin who lives a bleak and monotonous lifestyle suddenly faces a harsh nightmare in his life. Grueling and horrific, a sacrifice is needed to break past the monochrome world.

Freedom comes with power. In order for one to be free, one must become powerful. It is power that can offer you freedom.

In a dystopian world where superpowers dictate status, nine-year-old Asmodeus lives in the slums, bullied and haunted by nightmares. Orphaned and powerless, he struggles with deep-seated bitterness and a growing darkness within him. After a violent encounter with a dog, he discovers a disturbing thrill in inflicting pain. As the government’s public awakening ceremony approaches, Asmodeus must confront his unsettling desires and the shadows that threaten to consume him, fighting to escape the bleak reality of his existence.

This story follows Edward Marshalls, a high school graduate, on his journey to become an English teacher. After facing the harsh realities of minimum-wage work, Edward commits himself to studying, determined to avoid a bleak future and pursue his dreams. As he navigates the hurdles of college life and the many challenges of adulthood, he encounters smelly roommates, grumpy professors, and more than a few setbacks. Through it all, Edward finds comfort in his love for light novels, anime, and the support of his family.

“You killed my parents, and drugged me! You are not human! You are a beast!” Avery a single mother became friends with a new neighbor who recently moved in. After a one-night stand, she tried avoiding him. But little did she know that his family owned the school she teaches at.  After giving love another chance, what happens when she finds out this neighbor of hers has a lot of hidden skeletons in his cupboard?  what happens when her ex comes back begging for a second chance? Read to find out..

"For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast. (Ephesians 2:8,9)"

After a tragic end to his bleak life, our down-and-out 29-year-old man awakens in a new body—a fierce young barbarian in a world of magic and monsters. Struggling to survive, he battles beasts and uncovers dark secrets about his mysterious mother and her hidden past. As he unravels his legacy, he’s drawn deeper into a destiny far more significant than he ever imagined. This story is also being Updated in Royal Road "https://www.royalroad.com/profile/499457/fictions" New chapters updated daily!

Anya York a young woman with a beautiful face and sharp mind inherits a vast empire from her father. But her world is shattered when she discovers a terrifying betrayal from the person she trusted most. Forced to flee because her life was in danger. She becomes a wanderer on the streets where she meets a mischievous boy named Fezo. Amidst her hardship she encounters Hugh De Valois a Duke and a warrior known for his tough exterior and intimidating aura. But behind his tough exterior lies a caring and loving heart. Together they face dangers, seek justice, and discover the true meaning of love amidst a world filled with betrayal and violence.

> “Assume nothing. Not assuming anything clears your eyes. The eyes of your mind. Understand that there is no conditioning that can prepare you for having coals branded into your eyes, being burnt to death, being raped, drowned, suffocated… repeatedly and endlessly.” > "Misfortune is a fact of nature acceptable to women, especially when it falls on other women." > "Human life holds no inherent value. Have you not realised this, child? Despite all you have witnessed? It possesses no intrinsic worth." > “Is that so? Then I will simply have to become the one who would stretch this boundary of frail morality veiled underneath a thick layer of hypocrisy and double standards." > “Because chaos is more organised than order itself. Exactly as you taught me” Torn between where to direct his life, Arthur Olvasen has to decide on a side——as quickly as possible, as the merger and the potential interracial war between Earth and Eden creeps eerily close——the Bad or the Worse. *********************** NOTE: The story is slow burn; in action, world building and as well as potential romance. Just like how things should be. LoL. Tag along with it. You won't regret it. The story is also available on RoyalRoad underneath the same username of Reprobate. ************************* Cover is drawn by Aphora. You can commission yours by contacting them on Instagram (_aphora_) or KoFi (https://ko-fi.com/aphora_illustrations). This story's co-author is Komrade. And is being edited by incezangwill. Big thanks to all of them.

In a routine he despises, a boy arrives at school one day, expecting the usual monotony and lack of excitement. But the atmosphere is anything but ordinary. The nearby all-girls school is set to merge with his, and the entire school feels transformed. His friends, who usually waste time on pranks and pointless chatter, are now acting like polished aristocrats, their behavior strangely altered. The once-familiar school grounds are now filled with girls, and everyone is anxiously waiting for new class arrangements. The boy caught off guard, realizes that this day is going to be far from normal.