Vanguard Bastion Deck

Ciel Adams is a Fourth Stage Esper from the now destroyed last stronghold of humanity; Bastion City. The city had survived long past the dreaded Judgment Day, a day when The Eternal Flames suddenly engulfed the world and the ghastly Fallen descended. This day also became the catalyst for a new era of the world, one where there is a surge in supernatural activities as well as the emergence of many monster races. These aberrations now threaten humanity from within while The Fallen do so from beyond the great dome of Bastion. However, despite humanity's bitter struggle, Bastion city was unable to prevent its destruction. Ciel, along with what remained of humanity, found himself beaten and all but defeated. Desperate to change such an end, Ciel deploys one of the few tricks left at his disposal, that being his ability to manifest each of The Major Arcana Cards into the real world and using this, he successfully regresses to the past.      However due to his unstable power his soul fails to withstand the arduous journey back and shatters into twenty two pieces. These pieces each represent a major arcana card which have been given shape as clones. Now awakening within a broken state, and lacking all the power which he once held, Ciel is faced with the arduous task of not only saving the dreaded future which awaits humanity, but of helping his previous mentor. All the while, he must also take it upon himself to seek out and hunt the clones of him with the goal of regaining his past power and obtaining a complete soul once more. Such a task will not be easy for each clone is ready and willing to engage in a bloody battle for survival.   While Ciel is occupied attempting to complete the daunting tasks set before him, his previous mentor has already started her new life as an Officer of the NSRA, the agency responsible for the eradication of monsters within Bastion…  Just how will these two fates collide?     What to expect:  [Weak to Strong] [Two POV’s] [Futuristic City] [Supernatural] [Action] [Monsters] [Apocalyptic Setting] [Slow Burn]

An epic and every-growing anthology! A collection of wild, weird, and wondrous tales that will intertwine with time! The world of Enverdolmal is on the edge of war as dark and menacing powers begin to make their moves from the Shadows, slowly tilting the balance of Aether -the magical energy that fuels everything in existence- in their favor.  Demons test their prison seals... Witches gather seeking chaos and anarchy... Monsters are on the march under strange and unknown banners... The long-lost Elemental Dragons are due to return... Our story is told through the eyes of approx. 15 characters, starting with a knight by the name of Bastion Ridder who finds himself in the middle of it all. Garth Verlore -the famous and sprawling school where he was set to teach- falls under siege by forces that no one seemed to see coming, and he must do all that he can (while fighting alongside staff and students alike) to see to it that he doesn't become the one last knight... With classes like "Dragon Slaying 101" and "Goblin Battle Tactics" Bastion knew that this would be no small feat... It all started so well, but eventually everyone falls...Be it in love or war. Or even the classroom! Knights & Mages. Dragons & Goblins. Spirits & Demons & Witches And so very much more awaits you in this tale of triumph, chaos, love, war, betrayal, and loss. Are you ready to turn one last page? Read one last story? lose one last knight? -----

¡Una antología épica y en constante crecimiento! ¡Una colección de cuentos salvajes, extraños y maravillosos que se entrelazarán con el tiempo! El mundo de Enverdolmal está al borde de la guerra mientras poderes oscuros y amenazantes comienzan a hacer sus movimientos desde las Sombras, inclinando lentamente el equilibrio del Éter (la energía mágica que alimenta todo lo que existe) a su favor. Los demonios prueban los sellos de su prisión... Las brujas se reúnen en busca del caos y la anarquía... Los monstruos están en marcha bajo estandartes extraños y desconocidos... Los dragones elementales perdidos hace mucho tiempo están a punto de regresar... Nuestra historia se cuenta a través de los ojos de aproximadamente 15 personajes, comenzando con un caballero llamado Bastion Ridder que se encuentra en medio de todo. Garth Verlore, la famosa y extensa escuela donde iba a enseñar, cae bajo el asedio de fuerzas que nadie parecía ver venir, y debe hacer todo lo que pueda (mientras lucha junto al personal y los estudiantes por igual) para asegurarse de no convertirse en el último caballero... Con clases como "Matanza de dragones 101" y "Tácticas de batalla de goblins", Bastion sabía que esto no sería una hazaña pequeña... Todo comenzó tan bien, pero eventualmente todos caen... Ya sea en el amor o en la guerra. ¡O incluso en el aula! Caballeros y magos. Dragones y goblins. Espíritus, demonios y brujas Y mucho más te espera en esta historia de triunfo, caos, amor, guerra, traición y pérdida. ¿Estás listo para pasar una última página? ¿Leer una última historia? ¿Perder un último caballero?

Eine epische und ständig wachsende Anthologie! Eine Sammlung wilder, seltsamer und wundersamer Geschichten, die sich mit der Zeit miteinander verflechten werden! Die Welt von Enverdolmal steht am Rande eines Krieges, als dunkle und bedrohliche Mächte beginnen, aus den Schatten hervorzutreten und das Gleichgewicht des Äthers – der magischen Energie, die alles Existierende antreibt – langsam zu ihren Gunsten zu verschieben. Dämonen testen ihre Gefängnissiegel ... Hexen versammeln sich auf der Suche nach Chaos und Anarchie ... Monster sind unter seltsamen und unbekannten Bannern auf dem Vormarsch ... Die lange verschollenen Elementardrachen werden zurückkehren ... Unsere Geschichte wird aus der Sicht von ca. 20 Charakteren erzählt, beginnend mit einem Ritter namens Bastion Ridder, der sich mittendrin wiederfindet. Garth Verlore – die berühmte und weitläufige Schule, an der er unterrichten sollte – wird von Mächten belagert, die niemand kommen sah, und er muss alles tun, was er kann (während er Seite an Seite mit Personal und Schülern kämpft), um sicherzustellen, dass er nicht der letzte Ritter wird … Mit Kursen wie „Drachentöten 101“ und „Kampftaktiken für Kobolde“ wusste Bastion, dass dies keine leichte Aufgabe sein würde … Alles begann so gut, aber irgendwann verliebt sich jeder … Sei es in der Liebe oder im Krieg. Oder sogar im Klassenzimmer! Ritter & Magier. Drachen & Kobolde. Geister & Dämonen & Hexen Und so viel mehr erwartet Sie in dieser Geschichte von Triumph, Chaos, Liebe, Krieg, Verrat und Verlust. Sind Sie bereit, eine letzte Seite umzublättern? Eine letzte Geschichte zu lesen? einen letzten Ritter zu verlieren?

Rhode ist der legendäre Gildenführer der einflussreichsten Gilde im VRMMO, Dragon Soul Continent. Um mit dem Tod seiner geliebten Schwester fertig zu werden, tauchte er sieben lange Jahre in das Spiel ein. Während dieser Zeit versucht Rhode, seinen emotionalen Schmerz durch das Spielen zu lindern, aber leider zerbricht sein Leben erneut, als er erfährt, dass seine Eltern bei einem Flugzeugabsturz ums Leben gekommen sind. Einen Monat nach dem Vorfall beschließt er, das Spiel zu beenden und in die reale Welt zurückzukehren. Doch zuvor entscheidet sich Rhode als letzten Abschied dafür, gemeinsam mit seinen Gildenmitgliedern gegen den mächtigsten BOSS im Spiel zu kämpfen. Am Ende besiegt er den BOSS, opfert dabei aber das Leben seines Avatars. Rhode lächelt, als sein Avatar in einem Lichtstrahl verschwindet. Doch anstatt wie üblich auf der Plattform wiederzuerscheinen... ... "W-was...!" Rhode schießt hoch und starrt an die unbekannte Decke. Und so verschwand ein Spieler, der drei Epochen lang Legenden im Spiel erschaffen hatte, einfach so...

The World of Ephesus. A vast world plagued by Breaches containing countless Beasts of Corruption. A World on the brink of ruin as the Four Human Lineages defend the last bastions of Humanity! With the power of Gem Masters standing against the Beasts of Corruption, the flames of Humanity seek to burn ever brighter. In such a world, in the Mortal Branch of the Asmodeus Bloodline, Alexander awakens a Gem Socket that others consider defective. A Variant Gem Socket. Looked down upon by those who do not understand it, this supposed defect may just be the solution that the burning embers of humanity were waiting for. Follow Alexander as he entirely warps the perception of what a Gem Master is- as he embarks on a journey to become...The Empyreal Gem Master!

In a world of extraordinary powers, Echo's ability to rewind and copy brief moments in time is considered weak. Determined to prove that strength isn’t everything, Echo fights alongside his powerfull friend Vanguard and the brilliant strategist Astra, to climb the ranks of the Hero Association. But as they rise, the gap between power and purpose grows wider. When he is forced to confront his own limitations, Echo must decide: will he fade into obscurity, or redefine what it means to be a hero?

In a state ruled by four powerful mafia groups—Heart, Spade, Clover, and Diamond—each crime syndicate operates under a strict hierarchy modeled after a deck of cards. The Kings reign as ruthless leaders, the Jacks serve as their trusted right-hand men, and the Aces are the most valuable yet independent assets. But beneath this system of order lies a web of betrayal, power struggles, and a fractured past. An unfortunate turn of events forces Vincent "Vin" Archer into the Clover group. How will he survive?

WSA 2025 Entry- Updates every Monday and Friday #wsa #wsa2025 ----------------- In a future where the pursuit of technology has led to the creation of massive robots known as Titans, used by the government for destruction and control, a pair of twins escape their dire circumstances in the city’s slums. A brother, modified with robotic parts, and his sister, a natural adept with the hidden power to control nature, find refuge in a secluded oasis amidst a concrete jungle, called The Green House. Here, they encounter a community thriving in harmony with nature, far from the government's reach. However, their peace is short-lived as the government dispatches Titans to claim this last bastion of greenery. Faced with overwhelming odds, the twins and the residents of The Green House stand in defiance. The sister harnesses her newfound abilities to wield the forces of nature, while her brother employs his robotic enhancements in a dramatic confrontation to protect their newfound home and freedom. I'm also on Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/663183/fictions

The Silverston Empire teeters on the edge of ruin. A foolish emperor and his reckless sons cling to power, while the nobility, consumed by greed and ambition, bleed the empire dry. The people live in crushing poverty, women are silenced by systemic oppression, and magic—once a source of wonder—has been branded as sin. The ancient dragons, symbols of balance and strength, are no more, leaving the land vulnerable and fractured. All hope rests on the Alcons, a forgotten bastion of power. Its guardians? Six princesses, dismissed as spoiled and unfit for anything beyond luxury. But beneath the silks and jewels lie secrets and strengths even they do not fully understand. In a world spiraling into darkness, can these unlikely heroines rise to reclaim their empire and restore the balance?

Humans were blessed by the great Archangels, granted divine gifts, and favored by God, for they were made in His image. Yet, this favoritism bred resentment among the other races, plunging humanity into endless wars against those who were once their kin. Then came the invasion. Monsters flooded into the human realm, leaving devastation in their wake. Cities that once stood as symbols of prosperity were reduced to fortified bastions of survival. Worse still, some humans turned against their own, siding with the creatures that had brought ruin upon their world. Amid the chaos, an Angel heard the desperate cry of a child. It was a sign. The time had come to set God's plan into motion. But salvation would come from an unlikely source. A four-armed ogre named Asura, known as the mad dog of the great king. Torn from his own world and thrust into a land that despises him, Asura must navigate a realm where both zealots and warriors seek his death. Hunted, outcast, and alone, he faces a single question. How will he survive in a world that refuses to accept him?

In a world that was once peaceful, it has now plunged into darkness due to the Curse of the Flower that spreads mercilessly. This curse transforms humans into creatures known as Blight Walkers / Ekibyō no Hokosha—those who walk carrying disease and calamity. They no longer recognize themselves, trapped in the abyss of pain caused by the curse. With every petal that blooms, more souls fall into the abyss, consumed by the desire to destroy anything in their path. However, amid this desolation, there is still hope. Those who have survived the curse are known as Finire. Blessed with strength and resilience, they stand as the last bastion against the lurking threat. Their task is not only to survive but to eradicate the Ekibyō no Hokosha, restore the balance that has been lost, and end the suffering that continues to burn. This is the story of Eira's journey in hunting down Ekibyo no Hokosha, who terrorizes human lives. You can visit my account on instagram for information about characters and more. -> @restia_author

I still think about the night the rigged poker site cleaned me out, $315,000 in Bitcoin gone in a blur of stacked decks and shadowy algorithms, I stared at my screen like a rivered gambler watching his last chip vanish. Online stakes had been my livelihood for years, a dance of calculated bluffs and icy nerves. But this? This was a digital heist, a cold siphon of funds into anonymous wallets. My confidence crumbled. I replayed the final hand in my mind, the AI opponent’s impossible straight flush, the frozen “Disconnected” message blinking like a taunt. For weeks, I spiraled: sweat-soaked nights, half-empty bourbon bottles, and a growing certainty that my poker career had flatlined. Then, a grizzled regular in a high-stakes forum IM'd me three words: Cyber Constable Intelligence. “They’ll call the site’s bluff,” he wrote. “Trust me.” I reached out, half-expecting another dead end. Instead, Cybers’ team responded with the focus of aces on the turn. They dissected the theft like forensic croupiers, explaining how the site had funneled my Bitcoin through a labyrinth of mixers, Tornado Cash, Chip Mixer layers of obfuscation designed to bury trails. “Think of it as tracking marked cards through a thousand shuffled decks,” their lead analyst said. Using blockchain forensics and custom scripts, they mapped the coins’ path across 14 wallets, each hop a breadcrumb in the darkness. Fifteen days later, the email arrived: “92% recovered. Initiating return.” I’d spent those weeks pacing my apartment, the air thick with stale coffee and paranoia, replaying their updates: “Tracing output to Wasabi Wallet cluster…” “Breaking Conjoin transactions—stand by.” My poker table sat idle, chips gathering dust, cards fanned out like relics of a past life. But when the balance hit my wallet, $289,800 glowing like a neon jackpot I nearly upended my desk. The next night, I logged back into a private game, my alias flashing in the lobby like a middle finger to fate. Cyber Constable Intelligence didn’t just reclaim my coins; they restored my edge. Their team operates like a ghost in the machine, outsmarting the house at its own game. Today, I play with a VPN-locked rig and a cold wallet even Fort Knox would envy. Every all-in, every check-raise, carries the quiet thrill of knowing I’ve got backup—digital pit bosses who’ll never let the deck stay stacked. If crypto thieves clean you out, don’t fold. Go all-in with Cyber Constable Intelligence. they’re the ultimate hole card, turning rigged games into righteous comebacks. Reach out to their Info below WhatsApp: 1 252378-7611 Website info; www.cyberconstableintelligence.com Email Info cyberconstable@coolsite.net

In a city called Dunmore, where a weakened dome stands between its people and bloodthirsty demons, Aric, a young, defiant fighter who believes in equality, is part of its Vanguard: fearless soldiers that keep the demons at bay. When the crystal holding their dome—a remnant of the goddess Ilona—suddenly fails and throws the city into chaos, he’s among the brave ones sent beyond the walls to chase a shard of the Aetherion, a sentient energy that could save or destroy them, pulling him into a treacherous wasteland where survival is always beyond reach. The flawed gods resurface, their inevitable end drawing near, scheming and weaving promises to manipulate oblivious mortals into their power plays. But gods and men don't mix easy, and alliances tend to fray, turning friends to foe in a heartbeat as blood of both mortals and divine beings are spilled. Out there, Aric finds the enemies closer than anticipated, truths in his blood he never wanted, and each ally he makes, becoming casualties of enemies he can’t outrun due to the power hidden in him. And as the realms are on the brink of annihilation, Aric must face the truth: sometimes, the greatest threats comes from those who have sworn to protect. Loss after loss builds Aric, altering his perception of the world, as he loses his moral tether, transforming from a man to something else. When an Obsidian Rift is about to release an ancient evil from their earthly prison, gods and mortals rally to make one last stand. Will Aric save the realms—or will he be the fire that consumes it all? ******* If you love narratives where the MC becomes the villain and the hero, then this book is for you.

Arcane Ascension: The Technomancer’s Legacy Elias Graham was just an engineer—a university student obsessed with technology, innovation, and solving problems. But when he is suddenly summoned to a war-torn world where magic reigns and science is nothing more than a forgotten relic, he quickly realizes that survival demands more than just knowledge. Branded as an outsider, Elias struggles against a society that sees him as weak, especially when he discovers his mana reserves are nearly nonexistent. But while others cast spells and wield swords, Elias builds. Armed with nothing but his intellect and whatever scrap he can scavenge, he begins forging his own path to power—creating a war armor that fuses magic and technology. But the deeper he delves into this world, the more secrets he uncovers. The ruling Academy, which controls all knowledge of magic, fears technology—and for good reason. Beneath ancient ruins lie remnants of the Vanguard, a lost civilization that once stood at the pinnacle of both science and sorcery. And within those ruins, Elias discovers a chilling truth: he is not the first Technomancer. With war looming between the Academy and forces beyond the stars, Elias must race against time to unearth the secrets of Project Genesis, unlock the power of the legendary war armor, and fight enemies who see him as either a threat or a savior. As his inventions evolve, so too does the battlefield—pushing him from a lone engineer into a commander, and ultimately, the only one who can stand between humanity and extinction. But history has a habit of repeating itself. The last Technomancer failed. Elias refuses to. In a world where magic dominates, he will rise as the first warrior of science. The question is—will he change the world, or will the world break him first?

In a galaxy ravaged by war and haunted by the ever-expanding Dead Zones, Naia is a skilled Harmony Navigator - a person of extraordinary powers that can temporarily stabilize paths through them. Thus she was trained and recruited into the branch of the military known as Vanguard Operations. She finds her romance - a welcome stabilizing factor in her life - thrown into turmoil when the enigmatic and powerful soldier, Theia, joins her squad. It would be clear to anyone that the two women looked very much alike… and it was long clear to Naia that this woman was the one she was always meant to replace in Evander’s heart. Bound by duty, Naia must navigate not only the treacherous reality-bending terrain of the Dead Zones but also the growing tension and unspoken desires within their team. As her squad leader Evander's attention slips ever more towards the alluring and unpredictable Theia, the Navigator grapples with feelings of jealousy, insecurity, and a growing sense of isolation. Love & Duty - Or Duty & Sacrifice? A balance that the three can live with is sought. Will she be able to maintain her focus and fulfill her vital role in the war effort, or will the discord fomenting within their squad consume them all? Naia must confront the rising tide of chaos, both within herself and slowly building in the world around her… ultimately discovering the true price of harmony. ---- Romance-Drama with a Science-Fantasy setting. Messy Triangle - yes. An Omni-Directional one? At times, but it's not poly. Some FxM R-18/Smut... Interspersed tastefully and plot progressively. --In this author's opinion, anyway. * Eventual Les/Yuri/FxF scenes, yes. * You're Welcome. ---- If you like your love stories poking you in the feels in the middle of fantastical settings, check out my other works too! It's kind of what I do.

Following Garran's journey who is a vanguard, he is tasked by the Order to exterminate demons infested in certain area. Throughout his adventure, he shall face a lot of obstacles. Unbeknownst to him, his mission would be a turning point of his life — forever changes his future into the most hated man, forced to wear an unwanted title made of misunderstanding. He shall be exiled and start over a new life in the new soil. Will he regain his honor back? Cleans his name and moving on? -sorry if there are any mistaken, English is not my first language, lol. -everything is fiction, if there are anything resembles to real life or other works, it is purely coincidence. -image cover skull and dagger (ai variation) by dgim-studio on freepik

Hundreds of years have been spent under the prospering and great rule of the High King Aldwin. With the ever watchful and ever greedy gaze of his younger brother, who secretly subjugates the Nulls, those of lesser descent, in his never ending pursuit of power, ambition and apathy. One day he succeeds in his foul deed on kin and kingslaying, becoming the self proclaimed Divine King. A world such as this is where Arthur, a young supposed Null with no knowledge of his family, finds himself struggling to find his place in the lowest rungs of society. Luck may turn for him as his hideout being raided turns into his last hope for something better as he is forced into joining the army to end his run from the Inquisitors... maybe he can even get answers to who he really is along the way... Not my cover art so yeah same as every other novel here I will take down if needed.

Reincarnated as an unremarkable extra, Aria Mont hides her lineage as the daughter of the powerful Mont ducal household. Armed with a deck of enchanted cards, she rises from obscurity to become "The Joker," a living legend who conquers mythical beasts and outshines even heroes. But after eight years of triumphs, the thrill is gone. No monster challenges her, and the world feels painfully predictable. Everything changes when Duke Ashford, an enigmatic figure unaware of her noble identity, invites her on a perilous expedition to the cursed Dark Forest. Promised deadly monsters and hidden mysteries, Aria feels her spark reignite. Yet as danger mounts, her dual life begins to unravel. She must protect her secrets, battle her growing feelings for the captivating Duke, and face the dark truths lurking in the forest’s heart. In a world where nothing is as it seems, will Aria rediscover her purpose—or lose everything in the shadows? A story of power, secrets, and the thrill of rediscovery awaits in Joker’s Gambit: The Bored Adventurer.

7/31/2024~ In the process of editing and updating my earlier chapters. I personally believe the story starts to improve and find it's way a bit more around chapter 50+. Hopefully can make some adjustments in earlier chapters when I have the time, but pacing slows down into a more measured rate as I start finding my groove. I give the content more time to breathe instead of going so fast. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the realm of Nexaria, where elemental spirits and divine beings shape the fate of the world as a land of mortals striving to become gods against the demons of the Abyssal universe, a young boy named Lassim Vanthar embarks on an extraordinary journey of advancement, adventure and becoming a bastion for those around him in their fight against the Dragal. Born into a noble family with a legacy of Fire elemental martial prowess, Lassim possesses an unparalleled gift on his 8th birthday—a connection to two differing elemental spirits, a feat unheard of in the history of his world. A gift and a tampering of the order until now that is an omen. It is a sign of the Gods influencing the future fate of Nexaria on a more serious level. Lassim must harness the power of his dual spirits to protect his loved ones and confront the looming threat of the Abyss' encroachment on his universe, but one step at a time as he grows from just a tool of the God's to a major power as the hero of not only Nexaria, but the entire universe. Lassim faces daunting challenges, battles fierce adversaries, and unlocks the mysteries of his own destiny that has been tampered with by the Gods of this universe. How will he react and adapt to his situations? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This is my first ever novel. I’m a new author and still learning how to tell a story. Please understand that when reading. Thank you.

In a post-apocalyptic wasteland where civilization has crumbled, the ​Ninth Special Administrative Zone stands as humanity’s final bastion. Beyond its walls lies the lawless ​Unplanned Territories, a hellscape where survival demands brutality. wangxiao, an orphan forged in the chaos of the Unplanned Territories, trades his last coins for a police badge and a shot at legitimacy in District Nine. But the Zone’s veneer of order hides a ruthless underworld—gangs, warlords, and corrupt elites vie for control, and even the police station’s files reek of blood-soaked deals. From surviving assassination attempts to dismantling drug cartels, wangxiao claws his way up with grit and cunning. He navigates a deadly dance between military dynasties, underground kingpins, and federal power players, building an empire brick by bullet. Yet in this moral gray zone where humanity clashes with primal instinct, every victory demands sacrifice. As war engulfs the Three Great Zones, wangxiao faces his ultimate choice: Is his rise about survival… or rewriting the rules of a broken world?

Mare Tenebrosum: Cruciata Ultima "Cuando el exilio los arrojó al abismo, la ciencia y la espada forjaron su legado." Año 1305. Traicionados por la Corona Francesa y el Vaticano, los Primeros Caballeros Templarios en oír los rumores de Traición huyen hacia lo desconocido. Bajo el mando del Gran Maestre Alaric, una flota de naves diseñadas con ingeniería revolucionaria zarpa desde La Rochelle, desafiando el Atlántico embravecido. Armados no solo con espadas, sino con mapas árabes, astrolabios y una obsesión en el conocimiento, buscan una "Nueva Jerusalén" más allá del Mare Tenebrosum. Pero el océano no es su único enemigo. Tormentas colosales, corrientes traicioneras y la sombra de la Inquisición los persiguen. Al otro lado, aguarda un continente indómito: selvas impenetrables, tribus guerreras -guardianes de secretos ancestrales- y ruinas que esconden un poder arcaico, capaz de alterar la realidad misma. Entre la fe y la ciencia, los Templarios forjarán bastiones. Pero la ambición corroe sus filas: traiciones, luchas por el poder y un choque cultural irreversible los pondrán al borde del abismo. ¿Podrán mantener su Juramento bajo la Cruz, o el peso de un Don Divino los consumirá? . . . . . . . Pueden apoyarme por patreon.com/Nasu954

Varfaún is on the brink of war. The once great kingdom now rots under the rule of King Arrand Galborn, a tyrant whose hunger for power has twisted the land and its people. His armies march under a banner of blood, and in the blackened depths beneath his fortress, something far more sinister stirs. Delwyn Aldsund was once Galborn’s sworn bodyguard, until she betrayed him. Sentenced to death, she awaited the executioner’s blade, only to be rescued at the last moment by a mysterious cloaked elf, Vaelor. Now hunted by the king’s elite ‘Black Hounds’, she flees across the fractured realm, burdened by questions without answers. Why did Vaelor save her? And what horrifying truth lies at the heart of Galborn’s growing power? With the rebellion rising and dark forces creeping into the world, Delwyn and her unlikely allies must make a desperate journey to Ember Peaks, the last bastion of hope. But what awaits them is beyond anything she imagined, a hidden stronghold, a council of leaders who know more about her past than she does… and an ancient weapon of legend lies beneath the mountain. The war for Varfaún has only begun. Love this story? Rate and comment and let N. J. Stevenson know!

The vastness of space had always filled Dr. Orion Vance with wonder, but today, apprehension tainted that awe. Standing at the observation deck of the Astralis, he gazed at the swirling nebulae beyond. The ship, one of the most advanced research vessels of the United Earth Alliance, had been his home for five years, but nothing in its extensive database could explain the anomaly before them.

In the year 2081, humanity has endured the aftermath of the apocalypse, but significant changes have unfolded. The remnants of humanity are now concentrated in six cities, the last bastions of civilization. After being exiled from the city lord's manor, Anon, the son of the supreme commander, encounters a "devil" named Seth. Seth offers to satisfy Anon's thirst for knowledge and the immense power that accompanies it. In return, they plan, helped by the forces behind Seth, to assassinate Anon's father, the lord of humanity. A treacherous journey, fraught with calamities and tribulations... Anon will unhesitatingly walk through this path, whether that be for his dead mother, or for his own selfish desires.

The world ended, but humanity refused to die. Trapped within colossal fortresses known as Bastions, the remnants of civilization cling to survival while the outside world—the Endless Hollow—devours all who enter. Dain Evernight was born in the lowest slums of Bastion Blackreach, where the weak are discarded and the strong serve as fodder for the powerful. Accused of a crime he didn’t commit, he is exiled into the Hollow, left to die amidst the monsters and nightmarish landscapes. But Dain refuses to accept death. Amidst the darkness, he awakens something impossible—a Hollow Spark that allows him to steal and assimilate the abilities of fallen creatures. However, this power comes at a terrible cost: with each ability taken, his mind and body inch closer to corruption. In a world where strength is everything, Dain must navigate ruthless factions, eldritch horrors, and ancient secrets buried deep within the Hollow. He isn’t the chosen one, nor does he have a destiny. But if the world wants him dead, he’ll claw his way up, one stolen power at a time. Even if it means becoming a monster himself.

"With this ring, I give you my heart! From this day you shall not walk alone, my arms will be your home forever!" The wedding vow, which he took just a few hours ago, rang in his mind, as he felt himself taking the painful last breath! Today was his wedding day, and just a few hours ago he got married with his best friend cum assistant. For him it was the happiest day in his life, as today finally someone became his family! However, as the saying goes, happiness never longs last! His happiness also didn't lasted for even a day, and everything crumbled down around him, after witnessing his newly wedded wife in someone else's arms! No, he wasn't just someone, but his mortal enemy! On his first night, his wife shattered all his dreams with her one announcement, "Babe, don't be so rude! He's my husband, not just anyone!" She smiled sweeter as honey, and spoke further to confirm her statement, "You heard it right, babe! He's my husband, real husband, for the last two years!" Rishabh clutched his neck feeling an extremely painful burning sensation in his throat before it started to spread on his body! It seemed like his body was being pierced by thousands of needles! He tried to move forward, but his knees gave up resulting him to fall on his knees! He opened his mouth to speak, but also failed in the process! He realised he was poisoned, and the poison already spread in his veins! Pain of betrayal flashed in his eyes, as he stared at the couple kissing each other passionately! The man smirked at him in amusement, and moved a bit forward with a mocking laugh, "I know you've so many questions in your mind, let me satisfy you before you take your last breath!" He took a file from his wife, and showed it to Rishash with a cunning smirk, "This papers, which you didn't cared to check before signing down, are not marriage registration papers, but the property transfer deed! According to this deed, from now, all your assets, and belongings belongs to my wife!" "Rishabh Raichand!" "You forgot the rules in our profession, women cannot be believed fully! Nobody can understand a woman's heart, and mind! Bad luck, see you in hell!" The light in his eyes dimmed with the quench of vengeance, and blood! His body felt airy, as it touched the cold sea water, and drowned deeper with each passing seconds! "Please Mahadev! Grant me the second lease of life, I want revenge!" He knew there was no second chance, but still cried out desperately in his heart, for the first time while sinking deeper under the sea! Well, maybe because it was his first wish, or maybe because of his heartfelt plea for one chance, the person sitting in heaven smiled, "Your wish is granted!" In the dreadful night, under the moonlight, and over the sea was sailing another private yacht, where a beautiful woman could be seen sipping her wine leisurely, while gazing onto the bright moon. "Madam, there's something in our net!" One of her subordinate informed her, resulting her to raise her brows, "What?" "A man!" The young lady glanced at him furrowing her brows in disinterest, "Alive, or dead!" "Alive!" He replied curtly, and continued further, "His body is blue, and brutally tortured, face is also unrecognisable! It seems like he was inhumanely tortured, and poisoned before thrown in the sea!" Interest piqued, and the young lady stood up before following the gaurd. She stood in front of the man on the deck, and glanced at his bleeding body, "Intersting, it seems Mahadev granted his wish!" She looked up at her subordinates, and commanded, "I want him to stay alive..!"

do we truly have free will control over our actions if no then who's puppets are we who is responsible for our misery us or the one who wrote us this is a story about a guy who's looking for his author for answers for vengeance

In a time far from our own, where wars between nations have ceased to exist, threats such as evil organizations, demons, mafias, aliens, giant monsters, and other dangers roam the planet. The Bastions of Society, known as heroes, rise as soldiers trained from adulthood to protect those who cannot defend themselves. Divided by countries, planets, and galaxies, each race has its defenders, and the elite of heroism attend the Academy of their respective worlds. Amidst it all, after an event that would cause catastrophic consequences, a lazy and indifferent boy with dreams of heroism soaring high will finally fight for what he has always wanted. He will climb the stairs of life— From apprentice to the greatest. To become the closest thing to a God. Starting outside the Academy, he knows very well that he will be accepted and will resolve his mistakes and past traumas. This is the tale of the one who has no name. Sirius Renovas. And throughout this tale, only one cry will echo— "TRANSMUTE!!!" (Volume 1 of 3) (Note: This story is part of the "Siglaverse" label.)

This world where players dominate the whole world through football , Ace Vanguard is one of the unfortunate people with no talent for it, yes in this world only people who are chosen by birth can become players and this is called the talent phenomenon, and as usual to overcome this Ace finds a system, but is that all? Isn't he a time traveller, well find it out for yourself. Do you want to be a monster of football (Yes/No) (Let me warn the readers this webnovel does not only revolve around sports but also fights and the world is also not your typical sports world, there are devils, powerful entities , complex characters like for eg : The character of Ace Vanguard constantly suffers to not lose his humanity in many position. ( I hope you would enjoy the journey!!)