Astel Lord Of Darkness

Robin Burton is a young man who grow with everything anyone can hope for, immense talent for cultivation, sharp mind, a wealthy family that will stop at nothing to protect and nurture him. He had everything except the willingness to take them. "Why would I take the same route as my ancestors ? why should I become stronger? to beat this and compete with that..?! THAT IS NOT WHAT I WAS BORN FOR!!" Robin didn't want to compete with young masters, so he made an army and started invading planets.

"He is here emperor!"Said Bonaparte's assistant ,these words sent chills down the mighty emperors' spine . He was pointing at the land behind the mountains where a well armed army of 178,000 men marched forward with the drummers making their battle cries.All his men steadied their weapons ,they felt a tremble in the emperor's voice as he guided them on what to do . In this book we reimagine…. What if Napoleon Bonaparte never lost the battle at waterloo he instead retreated back to Paris and conquered the monarchy and reinstated himself as emperor once more. A bastard son of his later leads Germany in a war against the French and they faced in battle unknowingly .One of the best strategists facing off his son who has studied his tacts and is ready for him. Who will emerge victorious

This is the tale of Arin, a once kind-hearted and gentle child, now a man hardened by the cruelty of society and the brutal trials of life—a man transformed into a ruthless criminal, devoid of mercy. As his world was collapsing, fate transported him to a new realm. This world, more vicious and savage than his own, was steeped in magic and dark mysteries. Ironically, it was in this fearsome world that Arin, now an undead being, began to rediscover his lost humanity. Through battles and bloodshed, amidst the clash of sorcery and steel, he started to reclaim the compassion he once hated. This is not just a story of survival but a saga of transformation. Follow Arin’s journey as he rises to power, determined to become the ruler of this harsh world. In a twist of fate, he now seeks to save the very humanity he once wanted to destroy.

This novel is about the story of an orphan who was abandoned in a small village. Eventually, his village is massacred and he comes into contact with the mysterious power of magic. With this, he needs to survive and run for his life while growing powerful as fast as he can. Because there is something sinister about the world he lives in.

In a world ruled by three great kingdoms—the war-hungry Kingdom of Darkness, the righteous yet cunning Kingdom of Light, and the mighty Kingdom of Strength—power is everything. The smaller nations are mere pawns in a grand game of conquest and treachery. Born into the wealthiest merchant family in the Canglang Empire, David Haiboli was a genius—mastering politics, commerce, and warfare at an age when others were still learning to read. At sixteen, he was poised to inherit an empire of trade that could rival the kingdoms themselves. But on the night of his wedding to Aisha Bismarck, a woman he believed to be his destined partner, his world was shattered. Betrayed by his wife, his family slaughtered, and his fortune stolen, David barely escaped with his life. Left with nothing but a burning desire for vengeance, he hides in the shadows, waiting for the moment to strike. With cunning allies, ruthless tactics, and an ambition greater than kings, he will rise from exile—not as a merchant, but as a conqueror. From a betrayed heir to the Lord of Noah, David’s path is one of blood, war, and dominion. But as he nears his ultimate victory, he uncovers an ancient secret—one that could change the fate of humanity forever.

When William awakens submerged in a bathtub filled with blood, his life veers into the unimaginable. With no recollection of how he got there, he soon discovers he's become an unwilling player in the mysterious "Sequence Game"—a perilous competition that transcends reality and plunges participants into otherworldly realms. As William navigates these strange new worlds, he encounters bizarre legends and witnesses the birth of eerie entities. Whispers of an impending catastrophe grow louder: malevolent gods are invading, ancient powers are reawakening, and the fabric of reality is unraveling. Humanity teeters on the brink as extraordinary paths to divinity unfold before them, offering both salvation and temptation. Amidst the chaos, a beacon of hope emerges in the form of William, a fearless warrior wielding a spear and an unyielding spirit. Striding boldly at the forefront of this epochal shift, William becomes a symbol of resistance against the encroaching darkness. William must unravel the secrets of the Sequence Game and harness newfound powers to stand against the looming apocalypse. With the death knell of their world sounding and a cosmic countdown echoing in everyone's ears, they race against time to prevent ultimate destruction. In a reality where myths become tangible and every choice could herald doom or deliverance, who will rise as the final savior? The Sequence Game is a gripping odyssey of destiny, courage, and the relentless fight against cosmic annihilation. Journey with William as he confront ancient evils, forge unbreakable bonds, and strive to save not just their world, but all of existence. #VR

“I wanna remember what happen to me, but why...why I can't remember anything?” A young man finds himself in an alternate world reminiscent of Era Edwardian, where humans, machines, and gods live without knowing who he truly is. Bound by the uncertainties, making him even more afraid he will be trapped in this unknown world forever. A glimpse of hope comes when a man named Albert shows up and knows him well and calls him, Jack. He has already considered Jack as the only brother he has, knowing they are the only orphans able to escape from the head of the orphanage working alongside evil conspirators. This group has planned to rule the world by awaking the creatures of darkness and using the orphans as a vessel for their awakening. Now their fate is only one. Hiding in the darkness and hoping they are never found. However, the fate took a different turn. Their existence is discovered and Albert is captured by the evil conspirators, disappearing into nowhere. The only way Jack can save Albert is to become a Pantheon – a group of people who have powers from the gods/goddesses in order to defeat the evil conspirators and save all. But as he dives further into these powers, the truth about who he is slowly revealed.

In the vast universe only I reign supreme.I refuse to be tied down by these chains. I choose to remain the unfettered Lord of chaos even if the heavens falls I will rebuild it again and step into the realm of chaos and defeat all my enemies. I will make sure they pay the price for invading my territory

The story of a monster that lost everything after a mysterious incident. The story follows the journey of Marco regaining his life while adapting to a chaotic new world. Through meeting his love they embark on a journey to create their paradise. Trying his best to remain as he is while protecting his loved ones. The journey of self discovery and strangeness ensues

A life story of a boy called Domi, who lived a wonderful life with his parents. But then in one single night his life took a turn in a completely different direction. A turn that changed lives of everyone in the world. What will he do after this and what fate has for him in the future.

A young girl who is very nice is abducted by a cold-blooded billionaire mafia. He gradually turns her into his possession then into his obsession, but a traitor has stolen his heart, so all he can do is abhor the traitor and search for her if he can find her. The price of her betrayal would be that she would curse the day she was born. Will the girl he kidnaps and plans to marry ever win his heart, or will she just be his property to do with as he pleases? trigger warnings abusive relationship, drugs, slavery, dark, cold, sexual assault, violence, human trafficking, mafia, guns etc. so if you are not comfortable with these, please avoid this story. *I don't support any of these!!*

Frieda Evans, the daughter of the former Royal head physician is required to treat the Dark Lord's illness or she dies. After being tricked into marrying the scheming king, she gradually realizes that he isn't all that he seems and maybe the cure to his heart disease is a little... love?

Cain had lost everything—the will to live, the strength to fight, and the belief that life held any meaning. Burdened by an abusive past and a lifetime of suffering, he made the ultimate decision to end it all. But death was not the end. Instead of fading into nothingness, Cain awakens in an unfamiliar world—trapped in the fragile body of a newborn. Yet, his memories remain intact. Every scar, every ounce of pain, and every moment of despair from his past life lingers within him. Reborn into a commoner family in a world of magic, power, and ruthless ambition, Cain soon realizes that fate has granted him a second chance. But this world is no paradise. Dark forces lurk in the shadows, and cruelty thrives just as it did before. Now, he stands at a crossroads: will he allow his past to haunt him once more, or will he rise above it and carve out a new destiny? Armed with the knowledge of his past life and the potential for power in this one, In a world where strength dictates survival, Cain refuses to let this life be wasted—no matter what it takes.

After waking on the shores of an unfamiliar land, with no memories of his past, Cyrus must set off on a journey to discover who he is. His only hints are a strange amulet, which speaks of a place known as the Arbor Sanctum, and a mysterious type of magic, never before seen. Fortunately, he gains the aid of a wizards apprentice, who joins him as he travels across the land of Arkendel. Together, they must find the ones known as the Altier, who have hidden themselves away in the mountains along the western coast. Yet, even as they travel, a plague of black magic envelops the land, turning those its infects to stone. In order to overcome it, Cyrus will have to learn how to control his magic, but it may come at the cost of his humanity.

As the saying goes, "Hard times create strong men." It’s a phrase the Valorian nobles love to throw around, a shiny little motto they use to justify their oppression of the lower classes. Up there, near the sky, where the air is cleaner and the sun actually reaches, they live in their glittering towers, untouched by the rot that festers below. Down here, in the depths, it’s a different story. Rats gnaw on the corpses of those killed for a few dollars or maybe it was just a bar fight that went wrong, ending with one of the responsables with a bullet to the head. Who knows? Who cares? That’s just life at the lower levels. Brutal, ugly, and short. I’m one of the lucky ones, if you can call it that. Thanks to my aunt’s tireless efforts, I managed to claw my way into the Valorian Military Academy. Don’t let the fancy name fool you... it’s just a glorified cannon fodder factory. But hey, at least I get paid while I’m here, and that’s more than most lowlifes like me can say. Still, the question gnaws at me... Will I even live long enough to pay my aunt back for everything she’s done for me? Cadets like me are sent on patrols to "maintain order" in the lower districts, which is just a polite way of saying we’re thrown into the meat grinder. The mafias down here don’t care about uniforms or badges. They’ll kill you just for looking at them wrong. And today? Today’s my first time leading a small squad of cadets on patrol. We’ve been assigned to one of the "safest" areas in the lower districts... as if such a place even exists. The air is thick with the stench of decay, and the streets are lined with hollow-eyed faces that have seen too much and given up on hope. But that’s not even the worst part. No, the worst part is her.... This cheeto-headed girl!!

A world thats rushing towards a dark ending. An slave traveler that yearns for his freedom. A fire that will consume anyone who stays behind. Will he be able to break the chains that bound him and reach the peak or will he just die like a sheep waiting to be slaughter. Wach him rise from the bottom and tries to discover why he came here. To save the world or rush it to that dark ending. This is a story of a traveler

In a world where only women can wield magic, a manipulative man from modern Earth is reincarnated as Jaenor, a young farmer's son. He awakens in this new reality where men are second-class citizens. His fortunes change when he meets the goddess, who declares him the 'Chosen One' - the only man capable of wielding mana. She grants him the ability to absorb magical power and copy spells through intimate encounters with the witches, and with the cheat skill, he grows into a strong warlock and becomes a pathbreaker.

In a city veiled in oil-stained mist and the dim glow of gaslight, where the grind of steel and the hiss of steam never cease, a man awakens in a body that is not his own. Victor Holloway, an ordinary man from Earth, now walks in the skin of Elias Vayne—a detective whose reputation is built more on deception than achievements, a man who was just murdered for reasons unknown. With fractured memories and an identity that doesn’t quite fit, Victor is drawn into a case stranger than anything he has ever encountered. A murder wiped from existence, with witnesses who speak only in riddles. Yet in this world of secrets and shifting allegiances, greater powers loom beyond mortal schemes. The Churches of the Four Original Gods—ancient institutions of faith, influence, and hidden agendas—watch the game unfold, sometimes as allies, sometimes as immovable obstacles. The deeper he delves, the more he realizes—this world is nothing but a stage, where truth is fluid, and masks are worn by all. There are no certainties, no absolutes, only the game he must now play. Beneath the blackened rain, the whisper of turning gears, and the ever-present haze of smoke, Victor Holloway must embrace the role thrust upon him. A Detective. A Victim. A Liar. A Saviour. A Pactmaker. This is a tale woven from lies and deception. The tale of a Trickster.

One of the seven sins, the sin of lust is in danger of going on the loose, its new lord must contain it, only he can prevent us from being devoured by our lust. Why he was chosen is a mystery how he will rule is one as well but he will not fail. probably, hopefully, dear god I hope not {welcome our dear lord of lust, let your training begin}

In a world where kingdoms rise and fall, a seasoned player unexpectedly finds himself transmigrated into the very game he once mastered—Caldera. However, his new life as a ruler comes with a crushing twist: severe debuffs and harsh restrictions on his talents make survival nearly impossible. Against overwhelming odds, he fights tooth and nail to carve out a legacy. Despite his brilliance in strategy and marvels in combat, failure becomes his ultimate fate. But fate offers him another chance. Reborn at the start of the game, now without the crippling debuffs and armed with all the knowledge, experience, and hard-won lessons of his previous life, he faces the world anew. This novel is a bit fast-paced compared to current mainstream trends. It will delve into human nature and how far people are willing to go for meager profit. Most characters will be evil, and even the good ones only appear good because the actions they take align with their own interests, rather than being motivated by true goodness. For any questions about this novel, feel free to leave a comment on my first review, where I will be answering any inquiries or questions regarding the story. I hope you have a great time reading this! If you’d like to support this novel, please rate it or leave any kind of comment or join my studio over at discord where we have a dedicated space to Lord of Caldera Fans: https://discord.gg/b3f4gQ8v6h Any feedback will help it gain more exposure. Thank you! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com as well although only free chapter just like here. if you read on both platforms and like the novel do leave me some review there as well thank you. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/569643/fictions

In a world where every human wields elemental powers to fend off deadly beasts, Zero is born powerless—an orphan with no strength to call his own. But when fate grants him unimaginable power, he transforms into an unstoppable force, slaughtering 70,000 hunters in his ruthless quest for vengeance. After annihilating the Dark Organization, Zero rescues an eight-year-old girl, Lily, and adopts her as his sister, shielding her from the horrors that once broke him. His journey leads him to a mysterious system that gifts him two extraordinary companions: Lily-Dragon, a playful yet powerful dragon, and Stormborn Spirit, a formidable yet adorable entity. Despite his merciless past, love finds its way into his heart when he marries Mira, a brilliant hacker with unmatched beauty. As she melts his cold heart, Zero finally experiences the warmth of family. Yet, in the shadows, he becomes the "Dark Mysterious Man," a masked figure clad in black, silently protecting humanity from monstrous threats. Worshiped as a god, feared as a killer—Zero walks the line between destruction and salvation.

When entire worlds are forcibly pulled into a vast and ruthless universe, every person is granted a territory and the chance to rise as a Lord. But their humanity is no longer guaranteed. Stripped of their former selves, they awaken as randomly chosen beings, some remain human, while others become beasts, monsters, or ancient races long thought to exist only in legend. With their fates left entirely to chance, each new Lord must adapt to their new form, whether as a lowly goblin, a towering giant, or a being of divine blood, and discover their Lord Talent, a unique power that will shape their rule. Some are gifted with the ability to command armies, others to bend the elements or raise the dead. But in this brutal world, strength is the only law. The weak are crushed, and only those who build, expand, and conquer will survive. To carve out their place, the Lords must fortify their lands, rally their forces, and wield powers beyond imagination, all while navigating a world where gods, horrors, and empires wage an endless war for supremacy.

Elric's life had been nothing short of a nightmare since his childhood. He was constantly bullied at school, detested and ignored by his family, and left with nobody to care whether he lived or died. The accumulated loneliness and suffering from decades pushed him into a severe depression, and he ultimately decided to take his life’s final decision… Suicide. One day, Elric's soul heard a voice calling out to him. "Wake up, Elric. I am the God of Darkness, and I'm here to give you another chance at life." To the God of Darkness, Elric replied with only two words… "Fuck off!" Now forced with the possibility of a new life despite his unwillingness… Elric must decide whether to become a puppet or forge a new destiny with his own hands. Will he overcome his traumatic past, or will he squander yet another chance at life? Join the Protagonist on his journey as he is given an impossible task while striving to become one of the strongest beings in a world full of Magic, Mythical creatures, Dragons, and Gods. ---------------- [[Author : The protagonist of this story is a scheming mastermind who doesn't trust anyone and plans everything based on his present strength, knowledge and circumstances. No Romance, Harem, or Fan-service here. The main character is also not an Edgelord or a Psychopath who kills people without reason. Character development is a gradual process as the Main Character learns to acknowledge and overcome his flaws. This is a story for those who appreciate a psychologically well-developed character. The protagonist is an Antihero character who exists in the gray area between good and evil. This is a story for those who enjoy complex characters, greatly improving and expanding World-building along with intricate plots. If you are looking for a story with a nuanced and morally ambiguous yet humorous protagonist in a mature and gritty world, then this is the novel for you.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts available in chapter comments. Discord Link : https://discord.gg/xR7vUzCYx9 ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 500 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 1000 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 2500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 500 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 1000 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 1500 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week

Follow the epic journey of Shiro Kage, a young ninja from the legendary Kage clan, born without the innate talent that defined his family's legacy. Despite this, Shiro's anger of being looked down on, determination and perseverance drive him forward. A fruitful encounter sets him on a new path, as he discovers the secret to opening his keikai and unlocking the powerful Shadow Gi. With his shadow Gi now unlocked, Shiro's life would take a new path as he must battle his way through treacherous landscapes and bloody conflicts, confronting his own destiny and the fate of Ninshu. As he faces countless betrayals, trials and adversaries, Shiro's unyielding spirit and unmatched skills propel him toward his ultimate goal: to save Ninshu and claim the title of Lord of Ninjas.

Javier Rodriguez ~ Ruthless. Fearful. Callous. - "I know I don't deserve you, but I still won't let you go." Giorgia Torrini ~ Delicate. Graceful. Innocent. - "Isn't dying better than marrying him?" Atlast the time comes when the Mexican Cartels and the Famiglia are expected to join hands by making a deal to expand their territories. But this deal has become the worst nightmare of Giorgia as she is supposed to marry the future Capo of the Mexican Cartels - Javier Rodriguez who is worse than death itself. Will this marriage of convenience work? Will Giorgia's brightness disple his darkness or will Javier's darkness ruin her in it? ____________________________________ Tropes~ • Mafia Romance • Arranged Marriage • Grumpy X Sunshine • Forced Proximity ____________________________________

A boy met a girl who will change his life forever. more will be added later.

Allan Drake lived all of his life with his mother Helena and his brother and sister as a regular person until one day the whole world changed. The ressurgency of magic energy started, both humanity and nature went through an envolution process, everyone awakened mystic talents, while plants and animals evolved, gaining not only wisdom on the same levels as humans, but magic abilities as well. Empires made by beasts that were once simple animal rose from the ground. The planet expanded by 100 times, giving birth to new unexplored continents, ruins and dungeons. All Humans gained a talent with the ressurgency of this energy, some lucky ones gained two, but Allan is an anomaly. To his surprise he gained not one, not two, but ten talents and all of them were of high ranks. Now coupled with the power to create avatars and have a return on what they gain by 10 times and 8 more talents. What will Allan do with this newfound power? Will he become the new ruler of this world? Or will he become it's saviour?

What is knowledge? Is it power or a sin? Is it a burden or a blessing? What if faith and ignorance? What is the truth hidden beneath reality? If knowledge has a price, is it worth paying? This was the question thrown at Matthew as he set on to find the truth behind the disappearance of his mother. As he went on the journey to find the truth he heard whispers from the Abyss. A voice that mirrored his own spoke in a hush voice, [The Abyss has been shattered, The Lord has fallen as you have been chosen. When worlds collide. The Lord shall rise once again.] A story woven by the people, given life by the world, spread across the Universe and finally manifested in a different one. This is the story of a Lord of the Abyss.