Substance Painter Tutorial

Born as a test subject yearning for freedom, he never imagined that a gamble of fate would leave him as a youngest prince of the once-mighty Vijayanagar Empire in the 16th century India. Fueled by his undying thirst for absolute control and endless amusement, he stops at nothing to achieve his desires. Follow along as His actions, driven by a twisted sense of entertainment, plunging the empire into a maelstrom of chaos. Disclaimer: This novel is a work of fiction that explores historical events within the context of a parallel Earth. Any similarities to real-world historical occurrences are purely coincidental and are a product of the author's imagination. The intent is to offer an alternate perspective on history and should not be construed as an accurate representation of actual events. Reader discretion is advised. If you own the rights to the profile picture used by the author, please Let us know in the Comments for proper attribution or its removal. We appreciate your understanding and are committed to resolving any concerns regarding intellectual property rights.

In a world ravaged by chaos and loneliness, John's life lacked purpose and meaning. The constant protests outside his apartment mirrored the turmoil within him, their noise a haunting reminder of the unrest he couldn't escape. Lost in unemployment and isolation, John sought refuge in virtual realms, where he could momentarily escape reality. Yet, his existence felt empty, like an abandoned canvas waiting for a painter's touch. With each passing day, he robotically navigated life, seeking something more. In an unexpected twist of events, a sudden explosion shattered his life, leaving him floating in a mysterious void. As panic threatened to consume him, an otherworldly voice offered him an enigmatic opportunity—to rewrite his destiny, to embrace a higher purpose. With unwavering determination, John accepted the offer, and a blinding light transported him to a new reality. His consciousness had returned, but his senses felt foreign, devoid of sight. Instead, he sensed momentous events unfolding—a significant figure being born, destined to become the emperor of a crumbling empire. John VIII Palaiologos, a historical figure tasked with confronting the mighty Ottoman Empire, was now the role he inhabited. As he grappled with his newfound identity and the weight of his responsibilities, he realized that his journey had just begun. The fate of an empire rested on his shoulders, and he was determined to shape history in a way that would bring hope and transformation to his world. --------------------------------------------- [Author Note:] Updates: 3-4 chapters/week *Miss me? Don't be, I'll be much busier than last time, but do try to write, somehow, I might be a tad below my chapters expectation for a couple of weeks depending on how busy I am.* Cheers!

En el año 2100 la humanidad fue introducida al revolucionario juego RV de inmersión total llamado Omega, sin embargo, el juego no era una tecnología creada por humanos sino una otorgada a la humanidad por un poder superior para prepararlos para el primer despertar. Se trataba solo de un tutorial y un medio para la transición suave de la especie primitiva de pensar que estaban solos en todo el universo, a ser integrados en el verdadero y amplio universo. Cuando el nivel promedio de los usuarios en el juego superó el umbral predeterminado, el tutorial finalmente terminó y el planeta tierra sufrió un evento catastrófico llamado Primer Despertar, ya que el mana empezó a fluir libremente en el mundo real como lo hacía en el mundo virtual y el verdadero juego de escenario universal llamado Sigma fue desvelado. Sigma estaba gobernado por la todopoderosa inteligencia artifical, la reina universal, y era el gran escenario donde las razas de todo el universo luchaban juntas por territorio, recursos y honor. Ambientado en un universo donde razas de fantasía como elfos, dragones y vampiros no son un mito sino verdaderos jugadores de poder, los humanos rápidamente descubrieron que eran una de las razas más débiles para jugar Sigma. En tiempos tan desesperados, los humanos se volvieron hacia sus mejores jugadores profesionales para la salvación. -------------- Max era un genio en el mundo de Omega y considerado la esperanza de la humanidad después del primer despertar. Sin embargo, un accidente lastimó sus venas de maná y fue catalogado como desecho sin maná en Sigma. Considerado sin esperanza e irredimible, rápidamente pasó de héroe a cero, y el mundo lo ignoró. Durante diez años desde el primer despertar, vivió la vida de un desecho sin maná y se convirtió en un marginado de la sociedad, perdiendo lentamente su orgullo, sus posesiones y eventualmente su identidad. Al final, enfrentó una muerte trágica y dolorosa mientras fallaba en salvar a su joven sobrino y sobrina de los asaltantes. Sin embargo, no fue el fin de la historia de Max sino apenas el comienzo, ya que fue reencarnado en el tiempo justo un día antes del primer despertar antes de que empezara su caída. Armado con el conocimiento del futuro, observe cómo Max alcanza la cúspide en su segunda vida y lucha contra su destino con firmeza y tenacidad. ------- Mis otras obras - MMORPG: Renacimiento Del Maestro De Gremio Más Fuerte, Terra Nova Online: El Ascenso del Jugador Más Fuerte, Villain With The Strongest System, enlace de discord: https://discord.gg/KJtRdwcW94

Em 2100, a humanidade foi apresentada ao revolucionário jogo de VR de imersão total chamado 'Omega', no entanto, o jogo não era uma tecnologia feita pelos humanos, mas sim concedida à humanidade por uma força superior para prepará-los para o primeiro despertar. Era apenas um tutorial e um meio de fazer a transição suave da espécie primitiva que pensava estar sozinha em todo o universo, para ser integrada no verdadeiro e amplo universo. Quando o nível médio dos usuários no jogo superou o limiar predeterminado, o tutorial finalmente terminou e a Terra sofreu um evento catastrófico chamado 'Primeiro Despertar', à medida que mana começou a fluir livremente no mundo real como fazia no mundo virtual, e o real jogo universal chamado 'Sigma' foi revelado. 'Sigma' era governado pela onipotente I.A., a rainha universal, e era o grande palco onde raças de todo o universo lutavam juntas por território, recursos e honra. Ambientado em um universo onde raças de fantasia como elfos, dragões e vampiros não são um mito, mas sim jogadores reais de poder, os humanos rapidamente descobriram que eles eram uma das raças mais fracas para jogar 'Sigma'. Em tempos tão desesperadores, os humanos recorreram aos seus melhores jogadores profissionais em busca de salvação. -------------- Max era um gênio no mundo de Omega e considerado a esperança da humanidade após o primeiro despertar. No entanto, um acidente danificou suas veias de mana e fez com que ele fosse classificado como um lixo sem mana em Sigma! Considerado sem esperança e irrecuperável, ele rapidamente passou de herói a zero, e o mundo o ignorou. Por dez anos desde o primeiro despertar, ele viveu a vida de um lixo sem mana e tornou-se um ser desprezado na sociedade, perdendo lentamente seu orgulho, seus pertences e, eventualmente, sua identidade. No final, ele enfrentou uma morte trágica e dolorosa enquanto falhava em salvar seu sobrinho e sobrinha dos agressores. Entretanto, não foi o fim da história de Max, mas apenas o começo, pois ele reencarnou de volta no tempo para o dia antes do primeiro despertar, antes de seu declínio começar! Armado com o conhecimento do futuro, observe enquanto Max alcança o ápice em sua segunda vida e luta contra o seu destino com garra e tenacidade. ------- Meus outros trabalhos - MMORPG: Rebirth Of The Strongest Guild Master Terra Nova Online: Rise Of The Strongest Player Vilão com o Sistema Mais Poderoso link do discord :- https://discord.gg/KJtRdwcW94

Imagination was the eye of the soul, the beginning of creation. Despite her immense power, the Supreme Goddess of Mysterious Origin had to seal herself after saving the world from the threat of destruction. However, she was sent to another world by the universe's will. Ely was a girl suffering from partial memory loss. She was known as the shrine priestess of the Sacred Mountain. One day, she received the holy mission to unseal her Goddess Master. She got her priorities straight. However... The pets she adopted became the Demon Kings, capable of suppressing the world. The tree she planted became the World Tree, forming a bridge between heaven and earth. The passerby who received enlightenment from her became the Sage who led the entire generation. The disciples she nurtured became bigshots known across the three worlds. When she looked back... The street painter who pestered her for her handicrafts and paintings turned out to be a God. The young priestess she recruited was actually the number one saintess from the Divine World. She was known as the holy saintess. Yet, she still referred to herself as a mortal.

Almond Crowshade was the last surviving human in a dying world whose people failed to conquer the Grand Abyss Labyrinth's 30th floor in time. The world was getting destroyed, and Almond was the last one challenging the 30th Floor multiple times despite the imminent destruction of the planet. He ultimately defeated the Floor Boss on his dying breath by achieving a true awakening, acquiring an X-rank Trait that signified limitless potential. But a mysterious figure arrived there, feeling pity and amusement. "This too precious and fun of a toy to let it rot here. You shall reincarnate and climb up to make things interesting." [Transfer to another world commencing…] [Your memories will be sealed, and you will reincarnate in another world that has welcomed Grimworld’s tutorial like this one. Clearing each floor of the Grand Abyss Labyrinth will unlock a portion of your memories, until the 10th Floor upon which you will gain your full memories.] [Good luck.]

Senior student Victoria Winner is the campus queen and the heiress of her father’s empire, her name and beauty give her the strength to feel she owns the world. She is the hottest girl on campus, yet she doesn't want to date because, for her, no one is above her, and she is too beautiful to date just with anyone. And too proud of herself that no boys have ever kissed her. Girls envy her while she can toy the boys with her fingers. Until one day, a new guy on campus ruined her reputation by kissing her. Oliver Prize is the handsome and hot Alpha of the Valiant Pack, the most feared pack in the entire werewolf community. He was devastated when the elders asked him to watch over his mate from the Sterling Pack since he doesn’t believe in falling in love, and having a mate; for him, it was only a waste of time and energy. Oliver was forced to pretend as a high school senior student transferee at Zenith Academy, and his bad-boy yet mysterious aura made the girls fall for him except with one girl, Victoria. Excerpt: “How dare you steal my first kiss from me?" Victoria hissed as she looked daggers at Oliver. "And why do you ever feel so stressed about it when I can feel you enjoyed that kiss so much? It was just a kiss, Victoria. Besides, you don't even know how to kiss." Oliver replied with a smirk that made her angrier. "If you want, I can give you a kissing tutorial for free." He said and left her without taking a second glance, and that is why Victoria hated him with all her heart. He was the only guy on campus who got the courage to mess with the school queen by kissing her. He hated everything about her especially her guts, but he couldn't deny himself that the kiss he shared with Victoria was the best kiss he ever had. During Victoria's eighteenth birthday, she discovered what she truly is, a secret she can't even tell her best friend. And she realized the world she knew was all lies. Victoria couldn't accept what she was, and she found refuge in the arms of her mortal enemy, Oliver Prize. Victoria realized her archnemesis was her only salvation to survive in the new world full of mysteries and wickedness where she thought she would never belong. Can Victoria protect her heart from falling in love with the boy she hated the most? Is the Alpha going to deny or accept to himself that love exist and it is real when he realizes Victoria Winner, the mate he wanted to reject, captured his heart? (Warning: Contain mature content on the later part of the story.)

A long time ago, all the world's lived peacefully. Although not all the worlds knew about each other, everyone lived as peaceful as they could in their respective worlds. And in one of these worlds, almost everyone had supernatural abilities which were powered by substances called rubidstones. Each rubidstone lived inside it's wielder and revealed itself when the wielder wanted it to. Rubidstones only chose people who are pure of heart and a new rubidstone was created once a worthy person was born. And because of it, that world was the most peaceful among them. But one day, a wicked ruler at the far end of all the worlds rose up and decided to broke the peace which the world was living in. He went to that universe with his army of tundumons. Unknown creatures which looked like wolfs but had hands and stood on their hind limbs. Lots of lives were lost that day. But one man was able to change everything. He took the rubidstones he had gathered and escaped to a different world (earth) and spread it across the earth hoping to fulfill a prophecy that was told a long ago. And it said; "One powerful and evil person will rise up and disrupt the peace which all the worlds are living in. And when he's close to victory, one man changes everything. He won't be the one to bring back the peace though, but through him new heroes will be born. And among these heroes, a young boy will take up the responsibility and restore peace once more. He will fight with a motto that said, 'fight for peace'"

After becoming #1 in the world after playing a grand strategy game as the most difficult faction on immortal level difficulty, MC receives an invitation to compete in an even more challenging game which takes the MC into the world of the game itself, but as it's weakest lord who will die two days later that appears only as a cutscene in the tutorial as first of many deaths to rock the continent until only one survives to proclaim a new eternal empire. Can the MC use his game knowledge to successfully survive his impending doom, and rise from the ashes to reclaim the glory he'd won before?

On just another normal Monday, a new virtual reality game called "Evolution Online" launched out of nowhere and took the world by storm. People were blown away by the game’s hyper-realistic features and endless adventures. Everyone from small companies to big corporations and governments scrambled to get a foothold on this mysterious video game. But what they didn't know was that this game was actually a tutorial for the upcoming apocalypse that was about to hit the planet! The game was a precursor to the Earth's first evolution, where mana was going to be unleashed into the real world! Liam, a high school student who had faced numerous setbacks in his life, turned to 'Evolution Online' in the hope of changing his fate, but instead, he got trapped in the game's twisted world, and things went from bad to worse. When the apocalypse finally arrived, Liam barely managed to escape, but his situation didn't improve. Along with millions of others, he died a miserable death, unable to fight back and filled with regret. However, Liam's story didn't end there. He found himself inexplicably transported back in time before everything started! Armed with the knowledge of what was to come, Liam was determined to become the strongest and most powerful player, unleashing destruction upon the world that had ruined him before! This time, things were going to be different! ******************* Discord Link for chatting with author and character art https://discord.gg/XS7gWScKn8

Ever wondered why isekai protagonists always wake up comfortably in bed, complete with their predecessor's memories and a tearful sister/maid at their side? Well, our hero isn't so lucky. No convenient memory inheritance. No peaceful awakening. No helpful NPC guide. Instead, Kyle opens his eyes to find himself bound and at the mercy of a ruthless sorceress wielding a whip, demanding answers he doesn't have. Zero tutorial, straight to the boss fight. "Talk! Or else…" "Lady, I don't even know who I am!" Trapped in a medieval fantasy world where magic is heresy and the Church hunts practitioners without mercy, Kyle must navigate political intrigue, dodge religious persecution, and somehow survive the schemes of a dangerous sorceress - all while armed with nothing but his wits and a mysteriously acquired AI companion with a talent for unhelpful commentary. Welcome to a fantasy world where: Your enemies are smarter than you Your allies might kill you tomorrow The Church wants you dead And your snarky AI buddy won't stop critiquing your life choices

[Synchronization rate has been set to 0%. Warning: Death is now permanent. The tutorial will begin.] A screen that looked like it came out of a game appeared before Ilyin Gray after being transported to the insides of a mysterious structure known as a Grand Ark. Just moments before, he watched as the world he once knew fall apart from the sudden invasion of otherworldly creatures before being whisked away to an unknown location. Fearing the worst for his homeworld of Arden, he progresses through the tutorial and escapes the structure, only to find that the ruined landscape he expected was nowhere in sight. Furthermore, the humans of Arden not only managed to recuperate, but over a century had already passed since then!? [Welcome back, returner Ilyin.] A message from the only divine watching over him confused him further. "I was reborn several times? But I don't remember a thing..." A story about a returner whose memories of his previous lives are lost, and his chances for do-overs are gone. As he adapts to the society that left him behind, Ilyin uncovers his past and the secrets of the world, all while overcoming dangerous threats along the way. Will his path end in greatness, or will he repeat the failures of his forgotten history? Author's Note: Hello! This is my attempt at my first ever work with little prior experience writing novels. I doubt anyone will see this, but let's see how this goes. Feel free to criticize! I'll try my best to learn and improve. NOTE: Currently on short break due to finals

Nathan Steele, a brilliant but overworked game developer, dedicated his life to creating the perfect virtual worlds—ironically at the cost of neglecting his own. After collapsing at his desk from exhaustion, he wakes up in a vast, featureless void. Confused and disoriented, Nathan is greeted by a mysterious Tutorial System that delivers a shocking revelation: "You are no longer human. You are now the God of a new, empty world. Your survival depends on one thing—creating life and earning their unwavering worship. Fail, and you will cease to exist." Given divine powers beyond his imagination, Nathan must start from scratch, crafting the very fabric of reality. Armed with a system that offers guidance, challenges, and occasionally snarky commentary, he embarks on a journey to design landscapes, create intelligent beings, and guide their civilizations. But being a god isn’t as simple as coding a game—free will, rival gods, and unforeseen chaos constantly threaten his creations. To complicate matters further, he discovers he’s not the only god in existence. Other deities vie for dominance, their worlds and worshipers clashing with his own. To secure his survival, Nathan must navigate divine politics, outwit his rivals, and inspire his people to believe in him above all others. Will Nathan rise as a benevolent creator, or will desperation drive him to become a tyrant in his quest for worship? The fate of his world—and his existence—rests in the hands of his creations. In this new life as a god, the rules are clear: Create. Cultivate. Survive.

What is a city boy to do when he wakes up in a white room with nothing and no one in it? All that greets him is a blue screen flashing with one word. "Welcome" In this story of wise cracks and wide spread murdering, Drake is forced to face old traumas and find his way in the new world of a merged planet forced by the system. He will find enemies and allies aplenty. Even some he would have never expected. His decisions will shape the future of his planet and journey in this new wild landscape that the system has brought. With God and Anime on his side- Oh and some spotty game knowledge- he must forge his own path. But first. He needs to get through this damned tutorial in one piece, and figure out how his damned spell works. New Chapters are posted Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 6 PM EST. -------- Cover Art is done by my wonderful friend Caneera you can find her at https://caneera.carrd.co/ for all types of commissions. This is a story I've decided to write because my endless fantasies of chuunibyou like proportions could not stay in my head any longer. I've just wanted to make a story I can make some cringe jokes in and this is the result. I really do hope people will enjoy it as I really do enjoy writing it, and will keep writing it. If you can catch some of the references I would love to hear it. Love and Peace! Just not in this story. If you would like to read ahead, you can find my patreon at the end of any of the chapters! At patreon com/Arthur_Inverse You can also find the story on scribblehub and RoyalRoad if you wish, it will stay as up-to-date as webnovel. I would like to also mention that, this is essentially unedited work for now. More edited versions are on scribblehub. Discord: https://discord.com/invite/jJw54jd2GX

It was a very normal day for the inhabitants of planet Earth when an emotionless robotic voice resounded in every creature's mind. "Unawakened Planet#54673242 discovered" "Initiating Awakening" When mankind had finally adapted to these changes, the voice of the System rang once again. "Tutorial has ended. A war will be initiated for the ownership of Planet#54673242." Mankind fought long and hard but they were still no match for their enemies. Mankind lost. Ezekiel or Zeke as his friends knew him, was a researcher. He was one of the wisest humans and there was a spear sticking through his chest. As he was dying, he heard the System's voice. "Activation prerequisites met." "Activating Skill: Glitch???" "Remaining Uses: None" The last thing he heard before dying was, "You human vermin finally lost. This planet now belongs to the...wait! What is happening? Why is the Sys@#$%@$..." ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is a regression novel. Also, check out my other book, Chaos Chronicles: Rise of the Cosmic Archon[Remastered] Cover by Forteller. For comissions, contact him at: maxisjay7@gmail.com

"Impossible! Did he evolve that pathetic Lv1 Wolf in a Lv100 Demon Lord?" "Forget that little puppy dearest immortal, look at this SSS-ranked sword that has been lost since the Edo Tensei Harem era!" — After dying on his way to work one Monday morning, Bob reincarnated in Retribution Online — a roguelike where he would never die, coming back stronger after death. After skipping the great tutorial, and dying in his first run, he unlocked two overpowered developer haxs! Facing a powerful foe? Underlevel them. Need a powerful ally? Overlevel them! Wait a second. There is this legendary supreme ultimate godly immoral staff hidden in the lair of the most feared Moon Divine Emperor? I'll have my army of Lv100 mobs deal with that issue. Witness his meteoric rise to the top! His goal to become the greatest gaming legend to have ever lived— after he escaped this labyrinth of eldritch abominations. —— What to expect: OP MC with OP ARMY! NO NTR/YURI/INCEST NOT FAST-PACED MC IS NOT HIDING STRENGTH VILLAIN/MORALLY WEAK MC Do not expect: Caricature Characters Pokemon Harem Forced Romance MC is touchy with killing Kind, Loving, and Clueless MC -- Patreon Support: https://www.patreon.com/maxholmes460 Power Stone Goals: 200 PS: Weekly 1 Bonus Chapters (on Sundays) Golden Ticket Goals: 80 GT: Weekly 2 Bonus Chapters (on Sundays) Magic Castle or Higher Super Gift: up to 5 Bonus Chapters (in 3 Days)

Truck-kun fell from the sky. It was a terrible accident involving several casualties who found eternal rest. Unfortunately for Jasson Boar, a normal modern teenager, death was just the beginning of his problems. After a brief conversation with Kami, Jason was reborn in another world. In a feat of divine mercy Kami chose to reconstruct Jasson's phone, avoiding making Jasson's next life Hell on (another) earth. Unfortunately, Kami decided to put his own spin on things. Now without a goal or signal, Jasson is left to explore the world in search of both. Wandering with his phone held high, Jasson must overcome being an annoying Gen Alpha and find what matters in life. After all, the “five ‘F’s of life” do not include Phone. It just doesn't work with the acronym FFFFF. Come with Jasson as he gets a life, starts a substance abuse epidemic, walks right past his love interests while on TikTik, and finds the key to unlimited power (for his phone).

Jose Jacobs was like a daisy in a rose field, the stranger that everyone wanted to get to know but never tried hard enough to. He blossomed from a vibrant dandelion into a unique yet guarded rose - its beauty shielded by sharp thorns that kept others at bay, but one boy is not gonna run off as easily as the others do. ⚠️~ Warning~⚠️ This story contains: - it's a bxb (boyxboy) kind of story - Alcohol consumption - Use of obscene language - Depiction of self-harm content - Substance abuse - Depiction of rape Note: This is an ongoing, partially edited draft, and may have some errors, but please bear with me and enjoy Jose's journey.... Ps. Please don't plagiarize this book. That shit ain't cool.

In a world of peace, a new substance was found, or to be more accurate a NEW ELEMENT. With space interference and a little knowledge from gods, will Elizabeth Ostrum and her family break Science, or will NASA beat 'em to it. (Don't judge, 'cause it's just my ideas 'tho)

You have read thousands of stories about a player playing the VR MMORPG game about that player's life and how he soared high in his life and in the end we found that the game is just a tutorial or a product of some outer space species. but have you ever thought about what the life of a game maker will be? what if the game made is not a product of outer space species but of a simple man of our planet? what are the effects of the game on the world how many changes it can bring and how does one develop this game? this is a story about a young entrepreneur who had a dream of making a game that will leave such a long impact on history that many generations after him will know him as the father of the first and the last R MMORPG games. ----------------------------------------------------------------- the game will be completely new and will take inspiration from many other games, myths, and lore of many different cultures and religions. I have always dreamed of this whole thing and now I am just writing my dreams on this page. hope you will love it. ----------------------------------------------------------------- GUYS, I AM PARTICIPATING IN THE CONTEST SO IT WOULD BE LOVELY IF YOU SUPPORT IT AND VOTE FOR IT. AT LEAST LEAVE A REVIEW SO THAT I CAN UNDERSTAND MY FAULTS. ----------------------------------------------------------------- follow me on Inst*gram if you want : keshav_jha_0207

Chen Li is a painter who has been forgotten by the art world and lives in seclusion on the outskirts of the city. His life was originally simple and dull until he began to notice that during his creations at night, he had inadvertently painted some strange scenes and figures. At first, he thought it was just his illusion, but as time went by, the details in the paintings gradually became connected to his real life. Even more terrifyingly, these "appearing" figures seemed to be closely related to an unsolved disappearance case that had occurred several years ago. Amid a series of mysterious hallucinations, dreams, and eerie incidents in reality, Chen Li gradually realized that all of this might be related to a forgotten past of his—and that past was slowly emerging from the canvases.

In the year 1995, a crystalline meteor hurtled towards Earth and crashed in the forests of Aomori, spreading clouds of mysterious dust upon its impact. These dust clouds contain a mysterious substance that turns children and teenagers alike into Espers, human beings gifted with supernatural powers known as Sigils. Some have telekinetic powers, others can control elemental properties and some of them have mind-control powers. As time passes, Espers faces prejudice from normal people due to their powers, fearing that they might replace them. Some of them even think that Espers must be eradicated. There are even people who want to capture Espers and exploit their Sigils. On that day, an organization dedicated to researching and defending these supernatural youngsters known as Lazuline was formed. They even built a paradise for them known as Azure City, an artificial island located on the temperate waters of Sagami Bay, Japan. However, Azure City was just a temporary solution to the Espers. Eldritch beings known as Deviants invaded the city and the shadow of a mysterious consortium loomed upon its supernatural inhabitants, and they must fight back for their rights to live. These are the stories of their struggles and their daily life amidst the threat posed by the evil forces. Cover illustration by Reei_ReIN Original character design and story concept by Farhan Gustama Hartono and Alfredo Chandra Special thanks to Gregorio Corigliano, Jacob Furrier, Grant Felix, Rizqy Abd, DJLordSuzaku, Bernice Neoh and Tatyina

A young woman, Scarlet, in her 20s was sent to complete a task by her superior. While completing a task, an accident occured and she inhaled an unknown substances in her body. Scarlet discovered that the were changes in her body while she was not aware and she gained certain abilities that she's unfamiliar with. Scarlet is trying to get familiar with the abilities and realized it's not easy to do so as she thought. Scarlet encounters many people while she discovered her powers. Some turned to Allies and some turned to Enemies. She found that she's not the only one with abilities and there's organizations of them. Scarlet discover the truth about the unknown substances she 'consumed' and she didn't expect the truth to be what it was. She met someone and her life became more challenging because she was new to that. Will Scarlet complete the challenges she's been given? [WARNING: The following story doesn't have a level up system like any other story but it is a fictional story. It may or may not contain scenes that are inappropriate for the readers. If there's scene that is not fully explored and you want to know what happened to the side character or the event, you can check my works and if the story is not there. You can request me to release the story.]

A thing of beauty is lost forever. Charmaine Grace Flores used to be the Queen of Charms back in college. She was brainy, beautiful, and filthy rich. But that's all in the past now. On her 20th birthday, a fire incident claimed the lives of her parents. She lost everything. The fire incident left a scar, physical and emotional, that will never heal. Unable to find closure 12 years after the incident, she returned to Blake City to find the truth. But first, she must find work, or else she'll be booted out of her apartment. Marco Tarragona is the CEO of Tarra Gona, a multi-million dollar company in the print and digital industry. He strives to be recognized as a Tarragona. But what can an illegitimate son expect from a family whose loyalty is to their own legitimate progeny? After all, he's just a necessary bastard for the clan's future. Rosso is a disgraced police detective turned painter. He vowed to never return to Blake City. But a cash-strapped artist needs money. So he signed a contract to commission paintings. But will his priorities change now that the 'Tarragona's hound' is in town? Isabella Anne Gray has a past she wants to forget. She has a secret tied to Charmaine's fate that night of February 29th when Charmaine's house was ravaged by fire. But what's in store for Charmaine? When her past comes to haunt her.

How far would you go to feel loved? At the expense of your sanity? To be loved is to be seen, it’s no wonder the length people go to, to be loved. Xavian who is a struggling painter, falls in love with his painting. A painting of a hauntingly beautiful woman named Odessa. His world starts to spiral out of control when he starts seeing the painting as a real woman. “Why do I crave something I never had before?” Xavian finds himself bewildered by the idea of him hopelessly falling in love with a painting, a painting he himself painted.

Chen Ji Yang and Li Yi Ming, two talented art students, meet and fall in love as they navigate the competitive world of college-level painting. Despite coming from different backgrounds, they bond over their shared passion for art and discover that their unique styles complement each other. As they collaborate on projects, their relationship blossoms, but they must overcome societal expectations and jealous rivals to pursue their dreams together. A talented and driven art student, Ji Yang is known for her bold, expressive brushstrokes and her ability to capture the essence of the natural world. She is determined to make a name for herself in the art world, but her traditional family background creates tension as she pursues her passion. A gifted painter with a more technical and analytical approach, Li Yi Ming is initially seen as Ji Yang's rival. However, as they collaborate on projects, they discover a deep connection and a shared vision for their art. Li Yi Ming must overcome his own insecurities and learn to embrace his emotions to fully express himself through his paintings.

[ MATURE CONTENT] status: complete April Jackson a 24 years old painter's life took the worst turn, in just a day she lost everything, her job, her home, and went totally bankrupt. In the darkest moment of her life, there was a flicker of hope. She got a generous offer from a stranger she couldn't resist. That one leap of faith changed her life drastically. As she ends up living with the most sort out bachelor in the city, Brad Sebastian Smith, a grumpy handsome billionaire who has an hidden malicious agenda. April wasn't the ordinary girl she thought she was, there were secrets about her life she is totally clueless about. She has something the vicious Brad Sebastian Smith wants, and he will stop at nothing to obtain it from her. Grumpy meets sunshine as their world collides. Broody Brad couldn't resist the bubbly jolly April innocent charms as he was caught up in a personal conflict of choosing April over his ambitions. Can Brad carry on his ulterior motive when April has completely hold his heart captive? Excerpt# Brad I can't believe this is the same quirky April Jackson I saw at my study days ago. Gone are the ridiculous Jeans and T-shirts. She was wearing a sexy black dress that caresses her body like a second skin, bringing out beautiful curves I didn't notice before. I nearly stumbled when my gaze fell on her sexy long legs, and her wild curly hair added a fierce appeal. She looks like sin. I had to support my weight by pressing my palm to the wall, lest I trip and fall. "Mr. Smith you are back," she said snapping me out of my daze. "Mr. Smith, are you ok? you look pale" she asked. I clenched my fist, my eyes darkens as I took a step towards her, I cornered her to the wall. Ever since I met her I feel like I am losing control, from her pushing my buttons, getting under my skin, and now to this. She is going to be trouble! I gaze at her with lust. Her eyes flickered open. For the first time, I noticed she has beautiful grey eyes. My gaze fell on her plump lips, painted with red seductive lipstick. She bit her lips stirring up a strong urge to brush my lips on hers, devouring her lips with the craving desire surging up in me.

Faith, fear, and fury. The strongest, most inalienable things that make us human. While the people of the world learn and grow, they shed feeling and emotion as time passes. Much like how matter cannot truly be destroyed, the energies of these sentiments never dissipates. Instead, it feeds beings born of all types of things, from ancient cultural followings to widespread societal discourse. In turn, these beings give back to the world--for better or worse. After the traumatic incident of his father's death, young DeMain is thrust into a world of turmoil and a hidden people right under the world's nose. As he harnesses a rare and unique ability gifted to him in exchange for his suffering, his view of the world unravels as he converges with others given the gift of Witchblood, an ability to see and interact with spirits. This book will take on its narrative based on the first-person views of three separate protagonists. I will remind those reading that 'protagonist' does not equate to 'hero' in all cases. A forewarning: This story includes many heavy themes and I felt the need to write them with the reality of how they happen. As such, be cautious. This book contains mentions of sexual assault, murder, violence, substance abuse, and overall conflict. There are also quite a varied amount of scenes with some 'gross' aspects to them. Though I imagine this would only affect those with vivid imaginations, you deserve to be warned regardless. Updates will done be once weekly if not more. (Things are subject to edits and changes!)

In the quiet, hidden town of Aldervale, Vania is celebrated not only for her beauty but for her remarkable artistry. Known affectionately as "Miss Painter," her work captures the spirit and soul of Aldervale’s people and landscapes, drawing the admiration of townsfolk and distant travelers alike. Though many have tried to win her heart, Vania remains reserved, her focus on her art and on one unspoken dream. Vania has harbored feelings for her childhood friend, Keiza, since they were young. A gallant and courageous knight, Keiza treats her with the same warmth and kindness that has marked their friendship since childhood, unaware of the quiet love Vania keeps locked away. She cherishes his friendship above all else, holding her feelings close to her heart, hoping perhaps someday he might notice her in a different light. Their peaceful lives are disrupted, however, by the arrival of Prince Challierz, a man of wealth, influence, and ambition. Drawn to Aldervale by rumors of Vania’s beauty, the prince becomes enchanted by her at first sight. Unlike Keiza’s gentle friendship, the prince’s desire is a forceful obsession. Determined to possess her, he declares that Vania must join his court as his concubine, a demand that shakes her world. Caught between the prince’s power and her own heart, Vania finds herself at a crossroads. She must decide whether to bow to the prince’s will and sacrifice her freedom, or risk everything to fight for her independence. And as she turns to Keiza for support, she wonders if he can see the depths of her struggle—and perhaps the feelings she’s long hidden from him. Miss Painter And Her Knight is a story of courage, unrequited love, and the strength it takes to fight for one’s own path, even when the odds seem insurmountable.

"Privacy" Death was not the end. It was an introduction. When I was born as a reaper, I thought my task was simple: take the hand of the fallen and guide them into the silent void. I wasn’t supposed to ask questions, wasn’t supposed to feel. But how could I not, when each soul told me stories that refused to be forgotten? A painter, whose final masterpiece drowned in the fires of war. A mother, whose hands bled for a family that barely remembered her name. A rebel, whose cries for freedom echoed in an empty, indifferent world. Through their lives, I witnessed the tragedy of human existence: a theater of dreams shattered by fate, of struggles unseen by the heavens, of lives stripped bare by the ever-present gaze of society. They lived without privacy, under the weight of expectations, systems, and destinies that did not care for their hearts. And yet, even in their brokenness, I found beauty. In their despair, I found defiance. But as I led them to their final rest, I began to wonder—was I a witness, or was I complicit? Could I, a mere shadow of death, rewrite the stories fate had already penned? "Privacy" is a haunting meditation on dreams, mortality, and the meaning of freedom in a world that never stops watching. A tale as fleeting as a heartbeat, and as eternal as the silence that follows.