Alberich Hollow

Cultivation Nori - Horror **Warning: This isn’t your typical cultivation story. If you're looking for a formulaic journey of power, turn back. This is for those who want their cultivation with teeth, grief, and gods that scream.** The Red Moon looms, its light bleeding across the ruins of a dead world. No voices remain, no echoes of the past, only the wind whispering through hollowed stone. Yet one figure still moves, tracing unseen steps beneath the crimson glow. The boy does not know how long he has wandered, nor why he alone remains. He remembers hunger, the weight of a knife at his hip, and the distant pull of something just beyond memory, a path he must walk, a dance he must complete. But the steps evade him, like a melody half-forgotten. There are things lurking in the dark, creatures that should not exist, bound to the moon's eerie cycle. Somewhere, beneath the veil of time, the truth is buried. Somewhere, within the forgotten rhythm of his own steps, the answer awaits. And when the dance begins again, it will either set him free or consume him entirely.

Celestial Threads: Rebirth in Elysion Where your choices rewrite destiny… and one wrong thread could unravel the cosmos. Arin never asked to become a living pawn of the Oracle. One moment, they’re a disillusioned artist on Earth; the next, reborn into Elysion—a fractured realm of floating islands, warring cultivation sects, and celestial temples humming with forgotten technology. Here, the laws of reality are woven into a sentient tapestry… and it’s speaking to them. The Oracle’s Bargain: CHOOSE which faction to empower: The militant Skyforge Sect, who weaponize Qi as living artillery? Or the enigmatic Threadweavers, who manipulate fate itself—for a price? UNRAVEL prophecies that shift with every decision, where saving a village today might doom a continent tomorrow. DISCOVER the truth behind Arin’s rebirth: Are they a hero meant to unite Elysion… or a cosmic accident the tapestry seeks to erase? But as Arin’s latent Earthly memories clash with Elysion’s dying magic, a darker threat emerges: The Hollow Crown, a cult harvesting souls to reweave the tapestry into a weapon. Now, Arin must master both Eastern cultivation and Western techno-sorcery before their choices—and the readers guiding them—unravel existence itself.

Everyone in the kingdom of Velmora is born with a Soulmark, a glowing Sigil on their skin that determines their abilities and future. Warriors, Sorcerers, each person's fate is sealed the moment their Soulmark appears. Except for Solene. She was born with a blank soulmark, no power, no future nothing. Branded as a 'Hollow' she is cast aside, seen as worthless for years. She struggles just to survive, moving from town to town, enduring rejection, hardship and betrayal. But when she is captured and thrown into the brutal gladiator pit, something awakens her. A fire she never knew existed. Solene's power doesn't just manifest, it erupts. Unlike others, she doesn't have the usual ability. She can borrow and evolve any power she encounters. But there's a problem. She must endure the same pain the original wielder faced when their ability first awakened.

In the flickering heart of Veyris, a city bound by ancient lanterns and shadowed secrets, Lira Velren is a thief with nothing to lose until one fateful heist changes everything. When she shatters a relic and awakens the Emberweavers, mythical beings of flame and fury, a mysterious mark sears her flesh, and the lanterns blaze with a power long dormant. Now, hunted by voices from a forgotten pact and pursued by a city teetering on the edge of chaos, Lira must unravel the truth with her fearless ally, Kael, at her side. Their path leads to the Hollow Spire, a forsaken ruin whispering of plague and peril, where the past demands reckoning. As fire threatens to consume all she knows, Lira faces an impossible choice: flee the inferno or claim its power as her own. In this breathtaking tale of survival, courage, and destiny, every spark could light the way or burn Veyris to ash.

The world is broken. Realms that were never meant to touch now bleed into one another, warping the land and twisting its survivors into something unrecognizable. Wars raged, gods fell, and the skies rained fire—but the true devastation came from what crept through the cracks. Beings of unfathomable hunger, remnants of dying realms, now stalk the ruins, each vying to claim this world as their own. Kael remembers the night the boundaries shattered. A meteor annihilated his town, but it was no mere rock—it was a herald of the convergence. Five years a slave, he wakes from nightmares of a black-crowned god and a child fed on divine blood, only to be "freed" by a masked stranger who calls him "disappointing" before vanishing. As they travel, they uncover fragments of the truth: the realms’ overlap was no accident. Someone—or something—orchestrated it, and the key to severing the convergence lies in the very ritual that haunts Kael’s dreams. But with every step, the boundaries weaken. In this world of crumbling sanity and predatory gods, Kael must decide: Will he fight to reclaim what’s left of his home, or embrace the power of the Hollow Dominion—and risk becoming the very thing he fears?

In a world where noble families wield power through an Arcana Deck that ranks human potential, Kael Exoria—the last heir of an erased bloodline—discovers his "Hollow" status hides a terrifying truth: his familiar, the void-phoenix Nyx, is actually the last Primordial Beast, and his "null" magic can unwrite reality itself.

"They took her—tried to erase her from my mind—tried to leave me hollow. But I will carve through their so called magic, bleed their souls with my tech, and burn their gilded towers to oblivion. They can make forget. But for her... I WILL remember."

Luo Huian war die schönste, stärkste und narzisstischste... Schnitt! Schnitt! Schnitt! Schnitt! Nimm zwei und mach es nochmal. Luo Huian war die schönste, stärkste und weiseste Unsterbliche im Reich des Friedens und der Harmonie. Ihre beiden Väter kümmerten sich liebevoll um sie, und sie hatte einen großzügigen Vorrat an Ressourcen und Pillen. Ihr Leben war perfekt. Doch ihr perfektes Leben fand ein jähes Ende, als Luo Huian, ein Unsterblicher, dessen Aufgabe es war, denjenigen Frieden zu bringen, die ihr Ende erreicht hatten und denen der Glaube abhanden gekommen war. Er beobachtete einen Mann, der von einem Gebäude sprang. Aufgrund ihrer starren Überzeugungen und ihres Gerechtigkeitssinns rettete sie den Tyrannen nicht. Leider war dieser Mann der Sohn des Himmels. Der Verlust seines Lebens brachte unendlichen Ärger in Luo Huians Leben und sie wurde vom Himmel bestraft. Sie wurde in die Welt der Menschen geschickt, wo sie mindestens fünfhundert Menschen das Leben retten musste, als diese mit ihrem Verstand am Ende waren. Für eine Unsterbliche war das eine leichte Aufgabe, oder? Falsch gedacht. Ihre Großmutter schickte Luo Huian in eine Welt, in der Gloom Rocks ein Chaos angerichtet hatte. Bestien und Monster wurden von den Gloom Rocks geboren, die den Menschen jedes bisschen Glück aussaugten. Diese Welt wurde von Jägern beherrscht, die die Bestien mit den Kräften, die sie erweckt hatten, töten konnten. Und in dieser mörderischen Welt zog Luo Huian den Kürzeren. Sie wachte im Körper eines Jägers der Klasse F auf! Verdammt! Als ob das nicht schon schlimm genug wäre, hatte die frühere Besitzerin ihrer Schwägerin alles gestanden und wurde aus der Familie verstoßen. Ein doppelter Frosch in der heißen Kiste. Mit keinem einzigen Penny in der Tasche macht sich Luo Huian auf den Weg, um ihren Auftrag zu erfüllen. Aber was würde passieren, wenn Luo Huian, die eine Jägerin der F-Klasse war, die Glooms und Hollows der Z-Klasse auslöschte, was selbst die Jäger der S-Klasse nicht konnten? Beobachte, wie sie sich gegen die Gefahren wehrt und gleichzeitig das Leben von Menschen rettet. Aber bei dieser kleinen Mission gibt es ein kleines Hindernis. Die drei verlockenden Versuchungen. *********** Widerstehen Sie der Versuchung 1: "MMPH", stieß Luo Huian gegen den Mer, der sie auf das Bett gedrückt hatte, während er sich auf ihre Taille setzte. "Geh runter." "Ich kann nicht", antwortete Qi Yongrui, während er sein Hemd auszog. "Vater Shun sagte, er sei neidisch auf Onkel Wang. Er möchte auch ein Enkelkind haben. Also, Frau, lass uns heute Abend hart arbeiten, ja?" Luo Huian: Lieber Himmel, rette mich, ich bin eine Frau ohne Verlangen! **** Der Versuchung widerstehen, Take 2: "Findest du, dass er gut aussieht?" fragte Fan Meilin die Frau, die neben ihm stand. Obwohl er derjenige war, der das Rennen und den Pokal gewonnen hatte, schaute seine Frau auf den anderen Mer. "Nun ja", stimmte Luo Huian, die Schönheit zu schätzen wusste, sofort zu. "Aber warum fragst du das?" Fan Meilins Augen blitzten auf, als er sie anlächelte und sich näher an ihren Körper lehnte, während er ihr ins Ohr flüsterte: "Er mag gut aussehen, aber ich bin ein besserer Fahrer. Nicht nur auf der Rennstrecke, sondern auch im Bett, willst du es ausprobieren, Darling?" Luo Huian: Widerstehe der Versuchung! Um jeden Preis! Ich bin eine Frau mit einem eisernen Herzen. ***** Widerstehe der Versuchung, nimm 3: "Ist das nötig?" fragte sich Luo Huian, als sie auf der Couch saß und zusah, wie der Mann seine Finger über ihre Kurven gleiten ließ, während sie nur in moderner Badekleidung saß. Der Mer nickte, während er auf seinen kleinen Notizblock schrieb: "Ich muss jeden Zentimeter deiner Haut nachzeichnen, um meine beste Kreation zu schaffen, also beweg dich nicht." Nachdem er mit dem Schreiben fertig war, reichte er Luo Huian den Notizblock und seine Finger strichen über die Kurven ihres Busens, ihrer Taille und --- Luo Huian: Meine Tugend ist in höchster Gefahr! ** Fl, die alles tut, um zu verhindern, dass ihr ihre Tugend genommen wird, da dies ihre Kultivierung verlangsamen würde X Mls, die alles versuchen, um sie ihr zu entreißen. *********** Trigger-Warnung: Obwohl das Buch in einer komödiantischen Umgebung spielt, könnte es einige unangenehme Themen geben, die Depression und Einsamkeit behandeln. ***********

Hace diez años, la banda más famosa de la escuela, The Hollow Chords, desapareció de la escena sin dejar rastro. Nadie sabe exactamente qué pasó, pero las teorías van desde traiciones y peleas hasta secretos oscuros que la banda nunca quiso revelar. Para la mayoría, solo es una vieja historia de la escuela, un rumor que quedó enterrado con el tiempo... pero no para Izan, Niko y Hana, tres adolescentes del Club de Fotografía. Oficialmente, se dedican a cubrir eventos y noticias escolares, pero en realidad solo lo hacen por el chisme y los rumores que circulan por los pasillos. Cuando una pista inesperada sobre The Hollow Chords aparece en medio del último día de clases, lo que comenzó como una simple curiosidad se convierte en una investigación de verano. Entre archivos olvidados, entrevistas con exalumnos y extrañas advertencias de quienes parecen querer enterrar la verdad, los tres descubrirán que lo que pasó hace una década fue más que una simple separación. Con cada pieza que encajan, se acercan más a un misterio que alguien quiere mantener oculto. Pero si van a descubrir la verdad, tendrán que estar preparados para lo que The Hollow Chords dejó atrás.

Do you believe in magic? The answer of most will be no. But what if magic DID exsist? To some, it might just be your typical average story. But this has an element of unpredictability mixed in between. Their lives were similar to the two sides of a coin. In order to flee from a perpetually toxic relationship, she offers to him, a proposal he would have never expected. Diego Raymond, desperate to prevent the element from being revealed, has no other option but to concur. Diane Lewis was a normal teenage girl from an aristocratic family. But since she met HIM, her view of the world turned upside down. "How is that even possible?" She asked, mouth agape. He smiled at her, showing a perfect set of snow-white teeth. "With magic, anything is possible." Horn your skills and train your ability. "I will protect you." She said, with a determined gaze. "You can Barely even protect yourself. You are not strong enough." He retorted. "Then, just wait for Me to get stronger." She said, with a smile. "You have no right to be here. We cut ties remember?" Dennis, the man she acknowledged as her Older brother, posed that question, while glaring at her fiercely. "I am not here for you. I am here for the family. There are still people I treasure in this place. So let me through or else..." She completed her statement by majestically drawing out her sword. So many secrets lay hidden. Injustice in the form of justice. Lies, fabricated to become truth. Deception roams around, unleashed. And a Naive girl, who had never seen the shadow that lurked around in the abyss. Will her Destiny be actualized, saving those which she held dear to her heart? Or will she be overwhelmed by the challenges of her new world, succumbing gradually underneath the waves, which seek to devour Her whole, perishing alongside her family?

The world ended with fire. It wasn’t war. It wasn’t disease. It was something else. When the meteor storm fell, it carried more than destruction—it carried evolution. The alien microbes that embedded themselves into Earth didn’t just raise the dead… they changed everything. Survivors became something more. ✔ Stronger. ✔ Faster. ✔ Primal. The dead did, too. ✔ Smarter. ✔ Adaptive. ✔ Hungry for something more than flesh. --- Brian Wallace never wanted to be a hero. Before the world burned, he abandoned it—choosing solitude in the mountains over a society he no longer trusted. He built a home. He survived. But survival isn’t enough anymore. The symbiote inside him has reshaped his body—turning him into something beyond human. His ribcage expands like a bellows. His breath ignites with a force hotter than steel. He is no longer just a man. He is a hunter. And now, he has a war to fight. Because Cain—the self-proclaimed king of the new world—is building an empire of blood and submission. He is a predator with a mind as sharp as his powers, gathering armies, bending the weak to his will. And worse—he isn’t the greatest threat anymore. The dead are changing. The Hollow Ones are rising. And if Brian doesn’t stop them, there won’t be a world left to fight for. --- A brutal, evolutionary horror-thriller where survival means becoming something monstrous. ✔ Primal instincts clash with human morality. ✔ The war for dominance is no longer just among the living. ✔ The dead are watching. Learning. Adapting. And they are not done evolving. --- Perfect for fans of horror, sci-fi, and brutal survival thrillers, Silent Falls drags you into a world where the lines between predator and prey are disappearing—where the strongest won’t just survive… they will change.

For centuries, Earth has been trapped in an unending war, not against itself, but against ten other races, each fighting for dominance. The world isn't what it once was... The skies burn with battle, the land is drenched in blood, and the very fabric of reality is beginning to tear. But something far worse lurks beyond the battlefield. Beyond existence itself lies Velmoria, the Alternate Universe, a realm of forbidden magic, eldritch horrors, and cosmic aberrations that should have never touched this world. No one knows where it came from. No one knows how to stop it. But its influence is spreading. It doesn’t fight for land, power, or survival. It fights for control over reality itself. To resist extinction, humanity forged the Sentinel Order, an elite force trained to battle both the warring species and the encroaching nightmares of Velmoria. Every teenager is forced into the Academy, a brutal proving ground where only the strongest earn the right to fight for the future. He was never meant to be chosen. A boy with no name, no bloodline, no power. A discarded outcast, beaten, hated, and left to rot. His family laughed when his name appeared. His enemies sharpened their blades. And the world? It had already written him off. But when he awakens... the war will change forever.

A scream echoes as Nero crashes into a world where nightmares bleed into reality. Stripped of his past, hunted by horrors, and tormented by a voice that feeds on his amnesia, Nero must confront the terrifying truth of who—or what—he truly is to survive. Meanwhile, Thalira Kyros is torn from her world and thrown into this strange land. With her family’s fate a mystery, she must navigate her doubts and the dangers around her, determined to uncover the truth and find her place in a world she never expected.

Detective Ian Wren thought he had escaped the ghosts of his past, but the murder of Eleanor Montgomery pulls him into a web of deceit that threatens to unravel Hollow’s Edge. Eleanor was more than a philanthropist—she was the keystone of the town’s power dynamics. Her death exposes dark secrets tied to the elusive Crimson Hour Society, a shadowy group with ties to corruption and betrayal. As Ian investigates, he uncovers layers of lies, each piece revealing deeper connections between Hollow’s Edge’s elite and Eleanor’s tragic demise. But the closer Ian gets to the truth, the more dangerous the game becomes. With each passing hour, Ian faces threats, red herrings, and the ghosts of his unsolved case—forcing him to confront his own failure and unravel the darkness hiding in plain sight. In a town where trust is fleeting and redemption comes at a price, Ian must uncover the truth before the Crimson Hour strikes again.

What if your entire life was a lie? In the quiet village of Briar's Hollow, at the outskirts of human civilisation lives Caden. A farm hand who could only dream of a life of power and adventure. Instead he toils away in the fields, in the mundane prison he calls life. However a chance encounter begins to teardown the illusion of an ordinary life. Lifting the veil of an ancient secret, Caden finds himself pulled into a world of magic and mystery. Who is Caden? Step into the world of the Grey King, a story of lost legacies, otherworldly creatures and powerful magic. Are you ready to uncover the truth? --- Join the community discord server over at https://discord.com/invite/w3tPU9HP4x

"Forced to Be Yours, Mr. Devil" In the cutthroat world of business, Rudra Singhaniya, a powerful and enigmatic CEO, is known for his cold demeanor and ruthless decisions. But behind the successful facade lies a man burdened by past wounds and a life dictated by duty. Unbeknownst to the world, Rudra enters into a secret marriage with Anaya Malhotra, a young and innocent woman caught in the web of family expectations and societal pressure. Anaya, just twenty years old, finds herself thrust into a life she never imagined. Her marriage to Rudra is shrouded in mystery, known only to a select few, and kept hidden from the prying eyes of the public. While Rudra maintains a cold distance, Anaya struggles to navigate her new reality, torn between the fear of her husband’s icy exterior and the growing confusion of her feelings. As the media frenzy erupts over Rudra’s supposed single status and the shocking revelation of his broken engagement with Nisha Ahuja, the Singhaniya family must navigate the delicate balance of protecting their reputation while managing the fallout. The situation becomes even more complex as it is revealed that Nisha herself is secretly married to another man, Raj Chauhan, adding another layer of scandal to the already chaotic narrative. Within the walls of the Singhaniya estate, family dynamics shift as secrets are unearthed and alliances are tested. Komal Singhaniya, the matriarch, strives to maintain order, insisting that Anaya embrace her new role and move into Rudra’s room—a symbolic step towards accepting her marriage. However, not everyone is on board with this union. Aarav, Rudra’s younger brother, openly rejects the marriage, while Mr. Dev Singhaniya, the family patriarch, and Rudra’s grandmother stand firmly in support of the decision, believing in the strength of family unity. As the couple begins their life together, Anaya and Rudra are forced to confront the reality of their marriage. Sharing a room but not a bed, their interactions are marked by a tense coldness and unspoken emotions. Yet, beneath Rudra’s frosty exterior, there are glimpses of vulnerability and a hidden attraction towards Anaya that he refuses to acknowledge. Anaya, on the other hand, is confused and intimidated by Rudra’s aloofness, yet she finds herself drawn to him in ways she cannot explain. Amidst the turmoil, Anaya must find her footing in a world of power plays and hidden agendas. Will Rudra ever open up to her, or will his dark past keep him locked in a world of solitude? And can Anaya break through the barriers that surround her husband’s heart, or will their marriage remain a hollow contract bound by duty and secrecy? "Forced to Be Yours, Mr. Devil" is a gripping tale of love, power, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of high society and corporate intrigue, it explores the journey of two souls bound by circumstances, yet yearning for something more—a love that can heal old wounds and bring light to even the darkest of hearts.

Living a normal life is boring, but I was happy with what I had. Even when I spent most of my life in regret and misery, I lived because I had someone that I loved dearly. And that said someone took my life... But fate had different plans for me... As if death wasn't enough for me. As if the gods were mocking me. I got reincarnated into a hardcore romance game that I used to play. That too when the prequel game that I played the most ended twenty-five years ago. A game where death is everyone's mistress. A game that people either liked or hated too much. Now reincarnated into the body of the Villainess's son. I became someone that I hated the most... "Hahaha..." I laughed at my own misery. As if that too wasn't enough, I also became the slave of someone else's desires. Now, one might say a mother is a mother even if the world sees her as a Villainess. But what if your mother is the very incarnation of evil? That your mother is the hurdle that you have to overcome? What if your mother is the very reason you might die? Gentleness and love are the last things one could expect from her. "Hahaha..." Again, a hollow laugh escaped my lips as the realization dawned on me. That I have been... Reincarnated As The Villainess's Son... =============================== [Discord link:- https://discord.gg/5Vgw4JCrBW]

In a world where the power rank and potential of an individual determines their social status, one could only hope for an ability with high potential. There were those who could not awaken an ability and they were called hollow beings. Rodiku, who happens to be an orphan, ended up as a hollow being. Due to how society treated him, he turned into a careless person as he gave up on life. He also never believed in the existence of gods, who according to history were the source of their abilities. He later discovers in school that he had a god in him all along. ' Huh! What do you mean by I'm too weak for your powers!?' ' Shut up mortal! Weakling, how did I end up with you. I have designed a mortal system to help you work your ass into shape.l ' ' I'm not following any stupid system of yours ' ' Then forget about my powers weakling ' I plead with readers to comment on every chapter. I really need your feedback and I'd really appreciate some votes as well.

-WSA ENTRY 2025- When the universe teeters on the edge of collapse, Lutherdal stands as the last pillar—a vast, merciless world filled with monsters and godlike powers. A place where sacrifices are thrown to stabilize the universe. A young boy is chosen as one of the false heroes to be sacrificed. [Young Lambs, Welcome to Lutherdal—Your Final Journey] Now plunged into this new world filled with magic, monsters, and a relentless countdown to death, Aquarius must navigate through hell. By correcting the mistakes of his past, he will protect what he loves—defying the fate thrust upon him—while questioning his role and the darkness that encroaches upon him. But can he survive all the dangers of this world? From the drifters, Lamenters, and dangerous sealed realms to the faction politics within the central human region, the crimes covered up behind closed doors, and the malicious organizations lurking in the shadows—even the Hollow Region, which holds untold dangers and horrors. All while still fighting for his freedom and humanity. In a world where killing is compulsory for survival... [You have just 60 seconds to live. Kill a living being and absorb Kami—or die.] Discord channel: https://discord.gg/Hp95BuANH4

1. Uniqueness and Appeal of the Story (Condensed) 1. Worldbuilding: Historical Grit Meets Supernatural Spectacle Setting: 1930s America/Europe: Blends Great Depression realities (NYC soup kitchens, corrupt Wall Street alchemists) with occult threats. Nazi "Lebensborn" experiments resurrect through cursed artifacts, while vampire clans like Sanctum Sanguinis manipulate London's underworld. Core Innovation: Merges noir detective drama, Lovecraftian cosmic horror, and vampire political epics into a cohesive "dark fantasy" universe. Protagonist Wayne navigates gangster-ruled streets and eldritch rituals with equal pragmatism. 2. Plot Architecture: Layered Mysteries & Explosive Payoffs Opening Hook: A seemingly routine infidelity case unravels into a cult conspiracy marked by glowing cat eyes and radioactive mushroom-induced visions. The mundane detective office becomes a gateway to hidden wars. Key Conflicts: Personal: Wayne’s quest to find his sister Gwen—a victim of 1935 Nazi experiments—while battling his own physical decay (corpse-like stench, stopped pocket watch). Supernatural: Vampire dynasties, hellish legions, and secret societies (Mirror Sect) clash over the "Living Grail," a sentient artifact granting control over reality. Historical: Nazi occultists infiltrate America using gold-skull rituals; Federal Reserve corruption fuels supernatural arms races. Climactic Sequences: Holy Grail War: Wayne’s ragtag Vowbound Cross faction battles vampire hordes in London, with alchemically enhanced revolvers firing self-guided silver bullets. Leviathan Rising: A kaiju-like beast emerges from Liverpool’s waters, countered by undead dragons and Vatican light magic. Twist Ending: Gwen is revealed as a Nazi-made proto-vampire, forcing Wayne to sacrifice himself as a vessel to seal an elder god—leaving moral ambiguity lingering. 3. Characters: Moral Complexity & Jarring Contrasts Wayne (Protagonist): Flawed Antihero: A whiskey-drinking PI masking survivor’s guilt with sarcasm. His fake "model citizen" diary clashes with ruthless tactics (blackmail, radioactive interrogations). Duality: Protects street orphans while exploiting clients, embodying Depression-era moral erosion. Veronica & Wilhelm: Noble Fugitives: Veronica’s aristocratic German past and Wilhelm’s swastika-etched knife hint at dark histories. Posing as a secretary/gardener, they manipulate Wayne’s investigations. Comic Relief: Wilhelm’s mountain-like physique paired with cat-obsessed campiness ("sailor outfits") offsets existential dread. Antagonists: Preacher Jacob: A vampiric zealot who views bloodsucking as divine sacrament, mirroring Wayne’s nihilism. Dr. Isaac: A Nazi eugenicist weaponizing vampirism, blending scientific rigor with monstrous ambition. 4. Narrative Craft: Noir Aesthetics & Pseudoscience Multi-Perspective Storytelling: Wayne’s cynical first-person narration intercuts with newspaper clippings (Jack the Ripper Returns), cult parchments, and Veronica’s encrypted journals to piece together the puzzle. Stylized Language: Gritty metaphors: "Wall Street fog smells of rusted dreams," "Veronica’s hair outshines Coney Island neon." Symbolism: Bulletproof doors adorned with Citizen Kane posters critique hollow American idealism; cash-stuffed Bibles mock religious hypocrisy. Sci-Fantasy Systems: Vampire "sun weakness" explained as uranium radiation side effects. "Eldritch whispers" rationalized as infrasound brainwashing; hell reimagined as a quantum dimension. Weapons: Rune-engraved silver bullets, alchemy-modified revolvers blending mysticism and tech.

Ronan was born an outcast, shunned by his village for the curse of his heterochromatic eyes—one silver, one crimson. Raised in the mist-shrouded village of Black Hollow, he lived in the shadow of superstition, marked as a harbinger of doom. But when a legendary beast descends upon his home, tearing through the helpless villagers, something ancient awakens within him. A voice calls to him from the abyss, binding him to a force beyond mortal comprehension. As the sky rips open, a monstrous wyvern with abyssal black scales and glowing blue eyes emerges, sealing a pact of blood and fate. Ronan is no longer just an outcast—he is the first Beastbinder in centuries, wielding a power feared and forgotten. Now hunted by empires, rival tamers, and forces that seek to control the power of beast fusion, Ronan must carve his own path. With each mythical beast he tames, he steps further into a world of war, ancient prophecies, and a destiny that threatens to consume him. As he uncovers the dark origins of Beastbinding, Ronan must decide: will he control the beasts, or will they control him? A dark, epic tale of survival, power, and sacrifice, The Forsaken Beastbinder is a journey into a world where the line between man and monster begins to blur.

[Simulation shall commence.] On this fateful day, the world was stunned by the appearance of ancient animals that were supposed to have gone extinct for millions of years. Huge sinkholes appeared in every corner of the world, becoming a tunnel for the ancient animals to emerge to the surface. Humans have found an answer to one of the biggest mysteries in human history. Hollow Earth is real. Here, humans will wrest their lives to explore this new world that has existed for thousands, if not millions, of years underneath them. Before the start of his exploration, Clovis came across a place called ‘Another World Mall.’ Dwarven Sword, Magical Elven Clothes, or Giant Race Toy? Everything can be found in this ‘Another World Mall.’ As an aspiring Subterranean Explorer, how would he utilize this ‘Another World Mall’ to become the greatest explorer of all time and find the truth about the simulation?

The Priest of Hollow Hill For centuries, Salvatore Vernoux has existed in the shadows—once a feared warlord, now a revered priest in a quiet village. But behind his holy facade lies something far darker. His hands are stained with the blood of the past, and his influence stretches further than any villager could ever suspect. He has lived for 500 years, shaping history from behind the scenes, erasing those who uncover too much. None have ever come close to challenging him. Until Leonhardt Vale. A warrior sent to kill him. A man with nothing to lose. The first enemy in centuries to truly threaten Salvatore’s existence. As past and present collide, Salvatore is forced to confront the ghosts of his own making. The dead whisper his name. The past refuses to stay buried. And the longer he looks into the abyss, the more it seems to be staring back. Because immortality does not mean invincibility. And the past is never truly dead.

Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and narcissistic——- Cut! Cut! Cut! Take two, and do it over. Luo Huian was the most beautiful, strong and wisest immortal in the realm of peace and harmony. Her two fathers doted on her, and she had a generous supply of resources and pills. Her life was perfect. However, her perfect life came to an abrupt end when Luo Huian, an immortal whose responsibility was to bring peace to those who had reached their ends and had run out of faith—— Watched a man jump down a building. Because of her inflexible beliefs and sense of justice, she did not save the bully. Unfortunately, that man was the son of the heavens. The loss of his life brought infinite trouble in Luo Huian’s life and she was punished by the heavens. She was sent to the world of humans where she had to rescue at least five hundred people by saving their lives when they were at the end of their wits. For an immortal this was an easy job, right? Wrong. Her grandmother sent Luo Huian to a world where Gloom Rocks had wrecked chaos. Beasts and monsters were given birth to by the Gloom Rocks that sucked every ounce of happiness from humans. This world was dominated by hunters who could kill the beasts with the powers that they had awakened. And in this cutthroat world, Luo Huian got the short end of the stick. She woke up in the body of an F-class hunter! Dang it. If that wasn’t worse enough, the previous owner had confessed to her cousin-in-law and was kicked out of the family. Double frog in the hot crock. With not a single penny in her pocket Luo Huian goes out to complete her mission. But what would happen when Luo Huian who was an F-class hunter annihilated the Z-class Glooms and Hollows that even the S-class hunters could not? Watch her fend against the dangers and at the same time save the lives of people. But in this small mission, there is a small obstruction —— The three alluring temptations. *********** Resisting the temptation take 1: “MMPH,” Luo Huian pushed against the mer who had pushed her down on the bed while sitting on her waist. “Get off.” “I can’t,” answered Qi Yongrui as he took off his shirt. “Daddy Shun said that he is envious of Uncle Wang. He also wants to hold a grandchild. So, wife let's work hard tonight alright?” Luo Huian: Dear Heavens save me, I am a woman of no desire! **** Resisting the temptation take 2: “Do you think he is good looking?” Fan Meilin questioned the woman who stood next to him. Even though he was the one who won the race and the trophy, his wife was looking at the other mer. “Well yes,” Luo Huian, who was an appreciator of beauty, agreed at once. “Why are you asking this though?” Fan Meilin’s eyes flashed as he smiled at her and leaned in closer to her body as he whispered in her ear, “He might be good looking but I am a better driver. Not only on the track but also in bed, do you want to try darling?” Luo Huian: Resist the temptation! At all costs! I am an iron-hearted woman. ***** Resisting the temptation take 3: “Is this necessary?” Luo Huian questioned as she sat on the couch, watching the mer trace his fingers on her curves while she sat in nothing but modern swimwear. The mer nodded as he wrote on his small notepad, “I need to trace every inch of your skin to create my finest creation, so don’t move.” After he finished writing, he handed the notepad to Luo Huian, his fingers brushing against the curve of her bosom, waist and ——— Luo Huian: My virtue is at extreme risk! ** Fl who is trying to do everything to save her virtue from being taken as it would slow down her cultivation X Mls who are trying their best to snatch it from her. *********** Trigger warning: though the book is set in a comedic setting, there might be some uneasy topics that would discuss depression and loneliness. ***********

"Reincarnation? Rebirth? Regression?" A hollow laugh slipped past my lips. "What bullshit." Reincarnated on earth after his first death. Reborn again only to lose everything he died once again. Julian desired freedom, unable to resist the terror of the seven devils trying to dominate the world. Julian regressed a week before the special Full-World Virtual MMORPG game, Avalon's Fall, was released and changed the fate of humankind. Julian was given another chance to live. The new VR UNIT gave players a more realistic experience. Inside the game, the players could touch, taste and smell things like the real world. Although the creator remained a mystery, Julian knew its true purpose: to evolve, improve, and prepare humankind for war against an insidious foe. Seven Devils would soon descend on Earth, causing the game world and reality to merge, and the first devil would appear in less than a month after his regression. 'Humanity cannot last longer than a decade, more than 90% will die in a year.' Julian's heart pounded like a hammer—two failed lives under his belt. Now he would face the same Devil who stole everything he ever loved or cared about with a single swing of its gigantic sword. But this time would be different... Somehow, after being blessed by the goddess Solaria, he gained a unique class and evolutionary path that differed from what he knew. He somehow entered the game world, after the devils destroyed it. A realm of nightmare where death was almost certain! [◊ Welcome to Avalon—After the Fall! ◊] [◊ Class Gained: Shadow Mancer (SSSR) ◊] [◊ To the heir of shadows who returned to this fallen kingdom ◊] [◊ Raise your fallen kin and take back your world! ◊] 'What?' No longer the same class or type of evolved he became a mage-type, summoning the souls of the dead to create shadow minions. Despite his confusion, Julian focused on the future... he wouldn't let Sena die, or lose everything like the past and thus he set forth, aiming to kill the first Devil. Little did he know that his title carried a significant meaning and one day, he would stand above those who ruined his past, and define their fates. The Heir of Shadows The 13th Divine —------ Please show your support. I am competing in the WSA 2025 Competition with this novel. For questions and images, add my Author Discord: https://discord.gg/95KPzwhXrD

Eclipsed by fate Who remembers the ruin of a god? Who dares to chase what was never meant to be found? Noor—an enigma draped in silk, a storm without thunder, a shadow that bends the world yet leaves no trace of its touch. She is whispered of in corridors where power is traded like currency, yet no man holds her name, no past binds her, no hand dares to reach. She walks unclaimed, unseen, forgotten by design. But some things refuse to be buried. Some ghosts never rest. Sanlang, a man cast in golden light, sculpted into perfection, a deity in the eyes of the world—and yet hollow. Beneath the applause, beneath the worship, something stirs. It begins as whispers in the dark, fragments of a life he does not remember, a truth that gnaws at the edges of his mind. A gavel’s fall. A price too steep. Shackles too fine for a king. And in the abyss of his lost memories, she stands. Watching. Waiting. Who is she? A dream? A curse? Or the key to a something that should have remained untouched? He chases her like a man chasing the sun, believing himself the hunter. He is wrong. She does not run. She does not fear. She does not need to hide, for she knows—should he tread too far, should he step beyond the veil—he will find not salvation, not love, but the remnants of a god unmade. He who was never meant to remember. But now that he does, the only question that remains is this: Will Noor let him live with the truth? Or will she erase him as she did herself?

In Kyto, there's an ancient king, the Hollow King that controls everyone like a puppet. Everyone except Lira. Lira, being a street rat, isn't affected by the Hollow Kings control. Now, based on a prophecy, Lira is forced to join a rebellion to stop the Hollow King, and free the people of Kyto.

In a universe where quantum powers shape reality, Albert Jr. Faustin stands rich but restless. He’s the son of a billionaire, surrounded by wealth, yet hollow inside. His mother’s assassination left him scarred, drowning in a life that feels meaningless. Then he finds a fated sword—an ancient relic tied to his bloodline, pulsing with mystery. It whispers of destiny, but Albert questions it. Does he control his path, or is something bigger pulling the strings?He rejects fate and sets out to prove himself. His journey takes him from elite academies to the far reaches of the cosmos. He trains hard, mastering the sword and quantum forces. Enemies hunt him down, eager to steal his power, while dark secrets unravel around him. Every challenge tests him—doubt gnaws at his mind, battles push his limits, and his family’s legacy weighs heavy. Still, he presses on, fueled by grit and a burning need to break free.Albert transforms through the struggle. Once a lost heir, he rises into a force no one can ignore. He turns his pain into strength, defying the destiny others carved for him. In the end, he conquers his foes and claims his own future. His victories echo across the stars, a testament to a man who fought the odds and won.

Evelyn Mercer never planned to return to Black Hollow, the eerie town she left behind after her mother’s tragic death. But when whispers start calling her name—soft, insistent voices that invade her dreams and waking hours—she has no choice but to go back. From the moment she arrives, the town feels wrong. The streets are too empty, the people too watchful, and the past lingers like a shadow that refuses to fade. As she checks into the decrepit Black Hollow Inn, the whispers grow stronger. They murmur in the dark, calling her by name, warning her to leave. But something roots her in place—something she can’t explain. When she discovers that her mother is listed among the town’s many missing persons—despite the official story of her death—Evelyn realizes that Black Hollow is hiding secrets far darker than she ever imagined. People have been vanishing for decades, taken by something unseen, something that whispers in the night. As Evelyn digs deeper, she finds herself entangled in a mystery that defies reason. The whispers are not just voices—they are entities, bound to the town, watching, waiting. And they have chosen her. With time running out and the boundary between the living and the lost growing thin, Evelyn must uncover the truth before she, too, becomes nothing more than another name whispered in the dark.