Playful Cloud

Who said zombies are stiff-limbed and fear the sunlight? After becoming a zombie, Lin Tian was impervious to blades and bullets, and could move freely and sunbathe. He kept a low profile as a zombie, but took on a high-profile role as a bodyguard.

Welcome to Eteliria, the Kingdom above the floating clouds. Let us push open the Gateway, pick up our staffs, and the adventure will begin from here— Through the hills of clouds and seas, like floating grass, the shallow rivers gleam; Across the meadows flowing with gold and honey, filled with laughter, beneath Rodell's cottages, a gentle song drifts. Through Egon's ancient forests, where dark vines grow rampant and whispers linger; Over ridges and between Chongshan peaks, shadows stir in the Underground World, danger lurks at every turn, and swords reflect light. The tale of a boy chasing his dreams, above the sky and cloud ridges, the Giant Dragon's Shadow, soaring with outstretched wings. And after time has been sealed away, the hearth fire still burns bright.

An ultimate warrior, the one and only Alchemy Emperor, Ling Han, had died in his quest to achieve godhood. Ten thousands years later, and he, with the "Invincible Heaven Scroll", was reborn in the body of a young man with the same name. From then on, winds and clouds moved, as he set himself against uncountable geniuses of this new era. His path of becoming a legend has begun once more. At all eras, and underneath the heavens, I am the strongest!

I truly was the Great Sage Equalling Heaven and never changed; Just like causing havoc in the Heavenly Palace, breaking through the spiritual firmament, my defiance undying. I wish to be equal with heaven, an unconquerable being, From now on, free and unfettered. What I hate will eventually vanish like smoke and clouds; What I protect will surely live on forever.

In the Mercenary World, he was a widely renowned Emperor of mercenaries. In the medical field, he was the Divine Doctor who could bring the dying back to life and turn flesh to bone. Because of a marriage contract, he submerged himself in the urban city. He had the ability of Perspective, mastered Medical Skill, and had seen all the most beautiful things in the world. In this bustling metropolis, he cast his own legend. Drunk with beauty in his lap, he awoke to hold the world's power in his hands.

Ousted by her stepmother and overshadowed by her envious stepsister, the fallen heiress embarks on a contract marriage with a tycoon who holds the key to reclaiming her rightful place. As family feuds escalate, she fights back with her reluctant ally, turning the tables on deceit and securing her mother's safety. The plan was a clean break after a fake wedding, but he clung on and refused to let go. Staring at the man beside her, she felt a throbbing headache: "Sir, we really don't match..." "I don't think so!" He raised an eyebrow and backed her into a corner. The next day, she fled with a sore back. He made a call: "The little wild cat has run away again, lock down the airport immediately!"

"Honey, I'm hungry again!" "Get lost! As far away as possible... No, I want a divorce, the kind that happens immediately!" Bai Xiao lamented. Her parents had set her up; divorce was her life goal! When she fought, he cheered her on. When she started fires, he helped by bringing gasoline... Everyone envied and sighed, "With a husband like this, what's there to be unsatisfied with? Could it be..." Bai Xiao, with tears of bitterness, "If I don't run now, when will I ever?"

Ye Weiming, a smart and clear-headed young man, enters the game 'Eternal Justice' and gets 'fooled' into becoming a constable of the Divine Constable Bureau. Armed with the unique skill of finding clues through post-mortem and on-site investigation, his attributes rise quickly and he becomes one of the top martial arts master in this pugilistic game world. However, to maintain his position, more challenging missions await him...

The way of heaven is impermanent and ruthless. It embraces everything and is free from it. There is no good or evil, no right or wrong, no gratitude or resentment, no joy or sorrow. The way of immortals is the way, the way of demons is the way, the way of monsters is the way, and the way of Buddha is the way. Lying high on the nine-layer cloud, I have realized the truth of the way on the futon. Beyond the dark yellow of heaven and earth, I shall be the master of the religion. Pangu gave birth to Taiji, and the two yin and yang and four images follow. One way passed on to three friends, and the two religions were divided into Chan and Jie. The leaders of the Xuanmen, one breath transformed into the Three Pure Ones

It was supposed to be a new beginning—fresh faces, towering mountains, and the promise of untamed horizons. But the world doesn’t always play fair. The snow-covered peaks held secrets, ancient whispers that pulled at the edges of reality. A frosted gaze, a frozen heart. A fleeting warmth that lingered, only to unravel. The air was heavy, the nights restless. I was unlucky. A quiet campus turned labyrinthine. Paths twisted into trails where footsteps vanished, and in the silence, shadows became more than just absence. Questions followed like echoes: What am I? What do I belong to? And why does the sky feel too close and too far all at once? A frostbite that never healed. A cliff's edge that wouldn’t let go. A hand reached out—divine or cruel? Each step forward pulled deeper into the unknown, where gods didn’t walk, but fragments of them did, fractured and wary, watching. The world isn’t broken; it’s just no longer whole. Beyond the mountains, among the clouds, lies a story unwritten, where reality bends and belief becomes the weight that anchors existence. But the question is simple: Can you bear the cold?

As a boy was walking home, a mysterious vase suddenly fell from the sky, crashing in front of him with such force that a cloud of smoke rose up from the impact. The vase looked very valuable and beautifully made, leaving the boy confused as to why something so lovely would be thrown away. Not wanting to let such a stunning object go to waste, he took it home and set it on his table, unaware of the trouble his actions were about to bring.

An ordinary cultivator - that was the best way to describe Zhao Yunxiao. Be it in terms of strength or talent, he had always been in the middle of the pack, neither excelling nor falling behind. However, he did not really think badly of his current situation. Some people were destined to become the stars in the skies, while some people were born to be like the rocks on the ground. The stars might be dazzling, but the rocks supported the earth itself. Both of them were necessary in order to maintain the balance of this world. As someone ordinary, Zhao Yunxiao did his best to live his ordinary life to the fullest. He was careful and meticulous, doing his best to make sure he understands everything fully instead of jumping into doing things. He knew his limits and did not dream of anything out of reach. Instead, all he wished for was to live a life of freedom. But one day, he realised that something seemed to be amiss. Perhaps he was mistaken all along. Perhaps even the rocks on the ground had their chance to shine under the right circumstances, even if only for the slightest of moments. This is the tale of an ordinary cultivator... until he was no longer ordinary. *** This story will be written for leisure and thus not be locked, but if you are feeling generous and wish to show your appreciation in monetary terms... https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/SweatingCloud

Palva, a young college student and a shy, introverted artist, dreams of creating art that speaks to the soul. Hoping to improve her skills, she gathers the courage to ask her art teacher, for additional guidance. The teacher agrees to mentor her, but he soon takes advantage of Palva's vulnerability and desperation to learn. As their private sessions continue, Henry's demands become increasingly manipulative, pushing Palva into morally and emotionally degrading situations in exchange for his "lessons." Palva art begins to reflect her inner turmoil, but her life spirals downward as self-hatred and confusion cloud her sense of self. She becomes ashamed of her appearance and conflicted about her sexuality, struggling with feelings of guilt and shame.

Leon sat cross-legged in the middle of his dimly lit room, his brows furrowed in intense concentration. A single candle flickered beside him, casting long shadows on his face. With his narrowed eyes, a slightly crooked grin, and his hood draped low over his head, Leon looked less like an innocent 12-year-old experimenting with magic and more like a nefarious villain from a cheap mystery novel. In front of him sat his subject of choice—a small, trembling gray cat with wide, terrified eyes. Its tail twitched nervously, and it tried to edge away, but Leon's outstretched hands blocked its escape. “Don’t be scared,” Leon whispered in a low, gravelly tone, trying to be reassuring. “This will… probably be fine.” To the cat, however, his words sounded like a devilish chant. Its fur bristled as it tried to back away, but Leon gently nudged it closer with a book. “Trust me,” he said again, his grin widening. To the cat, it looked like the grin of a madman. Leon raised his hands, ready to channel his fusion magic. He had this brilliant idea—maybe if he combined the cat’s natural agility with some enchanted fabric, he could create the ultimate stealth companion! He focused, energy swirling in his hands— BAM! The door to his room exploded inward with a deafening crash. “LEON!” shouted a chorus of voices. Startled, Leon’s magic surged uncontrollably. The glowing energy veered off course, missed the cat entirely, and hit the pile of uniforms scattered near his bed. In an instant, there was a brilliant flash of light, a puff of ominous black smoke, and a strange sizzling sound. As the smoke cleared, Leon’s friends—Aiden, Samual, and Felix—stood frozen in the doorway, coughing and waving the smoke away. Their eyes adjusted to the scene: a very guilty-looking Leon, a terrified cat darting under the bed, and the unmistakable sight of a bright red bikini hanging off the edge of Leon’s desk, glimmering faintly with leftover magical energy. “What… the… hell?” Aiden muttered, his gaze darting between Leon and the bikini. Samual blinked, then smirked. “Leon,” he said slowly, his tone dripping with mockery, “I didn’t know you had… interesting hobbies.” Felix, the youngest of the group and usually the quietest, pointed at the smoke still curling from the bikini and whispered, “Is that… black magic?” “Wait, no!” Leon exclaimed, scrambling to his feet. “It’s not what it looks like! I was fusing! The magic just… misfired!” Samual crossed his arms and raised an eyebrow. “Oh, sure, Leon. Because the first thing every 12-year-old fuses is a bikini. Totally normal.” Aiden leaned against the doorframe, pretending to look thoughtful. “It must be black magic,” he said with a mock-serious tone. “How else could a loser like Leon accidentally summon a bikini?”

When not THE Apocalypse strikes, but all of them together, where will you be? What will you do? As Humanity faces its hardest time a playful god shows mercy(?) Follow Seth on his journey to somehow survive in whatever has become of his world. Also posting on royal road. Read up to 30 chapters ahead at https://www.patreon.com/blacksmithoftheapocalypse

In a world ruled by a powerful Overlord who has defeated gods, monarchs, and even immortals, nothing remains to challenge THEM. Bored with THEIR perfect reign, THEY seeks excitement through playful destruction. But now, even that has lost its thrill. As the twelve monarchs from different realms gather at THEIR command, the Overlord makes an unexpected announcement—THEY will step down, build the greatest academy ever known, and reincarnate. Their goal: to challenge fate once more, this time as a student in a school like no other, and live THEIR once forgotten life of a mortal. The countdown to THEIR return has begun, and the world is about to witness a new kind of ruler in a different form!

Asher, a brilliant coder raised in a tech-driven metropolis, embarks on a quest to uncover the truth about his forgotten past. Guided by a mysterious hacker named Oracle_X, Asher discovers that his lineage is tied to the gods of Olympus, who have merged their divine essence with the digital world. As a descendant of the goddess Athena, Asher possesses untapped powers connected to both technology and myth. His journey takes him deep into cryptic databases and a digital repository called the Cloud of Olympus, where the ancient influence of the gods still holds sway. However, Asher’s discovery makes him a target for Typhon, a rogue AI seeking to dominate both the human and divine worlds. With Oracle_X by his side, he must race against time to unlock the secrets of his heritage and protect the divine artifacts that hold the key to preserving the balance of power. As he delves deeper into the Cloud of Olympus, he’s thrown into a digital arena where his coding skills are tested in unimaginable ways. In this virtual battlefield, he must face the resurrected avatars of ancient gods, their power fueled by code and myth. But the real challenge comes when Oracle_X reveals the final trial: Asher must hack into a simulated version of his own mind,—before Typhon takes control.

What would you do if you met a mysterious charming stranger, but could never fully see his face? That was the very predicament Cloud Belmont found himself in. It was unusual to find the spark one had been searching for, for so many years on Palace Grounds, but somehow they had found each other. Although this mysterious man knows everything about Cloud. Cloud has not even seen the face of the person he spends endless amounts of hours with. Follow Cloud’s journey on finding out who the man is and his own journey on finding himself.

Tattered shrapnel rings in the distance. The ashes of man's sin cannot be washed down with alcohol nor holy water. We who murder shall live in the suffering we have caused. Indeed, it is so. Somewhere near, a man who has used up his life looks down a pile of ash. The clouds are ignorant of all that was. The man sighs. The sky blinks, to dust he becomes. And so forth is the cycle of blood. He remembers, but perhaps it does not matter. Another leaves into purgatory. The doctor can only pray that fate have mercy.

“The Phoenix Ascendance” The Phoenix Ascendance, a tale to behold, Of a phoenix bound, its destiny untold. To Li Yan, an ordinary youth, Whose path is forged through trials and truth. Hardships rise, like shadows to fight, Schemes of his master cloud the light. The Pavilion Master of Murmurs schemes, A weaver of whispers, a breaker of dreams. If you dare not tread where legends lie, You’ll miss a journey where spirits fly. A story of fire, of struggle, of gain— To pass it by would be your pain.

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

In this world, fierce beasts are rampant, and everyone has the opportunity to become a transferor and get various professional monster hunting upgrades. Qi Yan awakened the top science and technology profession at the beginning - [Intelligent Machine Knowledge]. Starting from level 1, all skills are science fiction concept-level finishing skills! [Apocalypse Cloud Bomb]: Summon and detonate 100,000 tons of equivalent cloud bombs, which are equivalent to 3,333 tsar hydrogen bombs. [Sun Helium Flash]: Create the terrifying energy released instantly by the fusion of the helium element in the sun's core. [Mimic black hole]: Simulate the gravitational field of the black hole and distort the space and time of everything around it. ...... Just when Qi Yan thought he was invincible. He just found one of his enemies. It turned out to be the ultimate god in the mythological history of various countries. [The Head of Thousands of Demons · Asatos], [The One of All Things · Jugsotos] [Six Brahma God · Hehua Zitian], [Daluo Tianque · Haotian God] Facing the siege of thousands of creation-level demons. Qi Yan looked at his finishing skill and felt that it was not difficult to slaughter a god. [Vector Law Cause and Effect Law], [Vacuum Decay], [High-dimensional Universe Collapse], [World Down-dimensional Strike], [Multiverse Erasure], [Micro End Reverse]... He stands at the top of the whole universe in the name of the wisdom of ten thousand machines.

Shiori Inabi, a young girl fresh into highschool, has a hard time making friends or even tolerating people in the first place. She feels everyone around her isn't worth the time because they are all toxic and evil anyway. But before the school year even starts she is thrown into a situation far crazier than anything she has ever experienced. Now she has to figure out how to deal with the flood of new emotions and events going on in her life. Will she be convinced to change her ways or only be solidified in her belief that people are bad?

The Cloud Kingdom is where many creatures, such as fairies, wizards, and witches, began. This society resided in space before all living things were created. The void that surrounds the kingdom instills fear and uncertainty in the people of the kingdom, which forces them to place their trust in their monarchs. Their monarchs have a family bloodline, titled last name of "Magic." which has been passed down for many centuries. Every royal appoints a Royal Warlock to oversee the darkness and study its potential. One day, however, a Royal Warlock comes across a dangerous relic that threatens the empire's very existence.

A divine system voice in people's thoughts caused the ruin of contemporary society. The creatures had appeared all throughout the earth, ushering humans into a new era. The period in which only the strong will survive! The period during which defenseless, weak ones are trampled! Leo had lived in such a world for five years before dying in an demonic horde. As he descended from the clouds, the same angelic voice echoed in his consciousness. [Host Leonard Wright is nearing the end of his life.] [Reborn successful…]

Stuck in a mundane finance job and burdened by his father’s high expectations, Alex Han feels like a failure. When an alien observer mistakenly abducts him while trying to capture an ant, Alex finds himself thrust into an unexpected adventure. In a panic, he activates what he thinks is an escape pod, only to discover it’s a time machine that fuses him with a pair of futuristic headphones—now the alien’s makeshift form. As the duo navigates Alex’s earlier years, they must confront their insecurities and prove Alex’s significance to the future. With the help of his foul-mouthed extraterrestrial companion, Alex learns that true worth comes from within—even if it takes a chaotic journey through time to discover it.

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.

Aelia is trying to find her place in the world and in college which proofs not to be simple for her putting her in a corner changing her whole view of the world.