Nc State Fiction Contest

Centuries ago, a mysterious energy called "Mana" revolutionized society, but it led humans to face an unprecedented crisis: the "Great Fall". After centuries of intensive use of mana, flora and fauna mutated, becoming more powerful and intelligent. Confronted with this threat, humanity takes refuge in the bastions, the 21 fortresses, to survive. Humans also begin to mutate, developing greater physical and intellectual abilities, as well as special powers called "systems" and "stigmata". However, a scientist warns of an even more devastating imminent threat: insects, organized and cruel, will mutate in turn. To counter this imminent threat, humans begin to study the beasts and learn to cultivate Mana like them. Mana exercises are created to accelerate this process and copy some of the characteristics, but changing exercises is difficult and risky. As the world struggles for survival, Rin, a semi-awakened with the power to perceive everything around him, finds himself at the heart of this turmoil, determined to find his place in a world in chaos and to protect those he loves from the surrounding dangers. ***************************************** Participate in WSA 2024

When Sophie discovers a mysterious stone on a school field trip, she unlocks her destiny as the guardian of the multiverse. With the stone's power, she travels to different universes, accompanied by her spirit guide Digi, to restore balance to crumbling worlds. Together, they battle formidable foes, unravel ancient mysteries, and protect vulnerable worlds from destruction. But as Sophie navigates the vast expanse of the multiverse, she must confront the challenges of her newfound responsibility and the consequences of her actions. Will she succeed in her mission to safeguard the multiverse, or will the weight of her duties tear her worlds apart?" Will she succeed in her mission? Will her normal life be affected? Dive into the thrilling tale of Multiverse to find out! --------------------------------------------------------- [A/N: Disclaimer (MUST READ)] "Multiverse is an original story of mine. While the overall narrative is mine, certain plot arcs and chapters contains fanfiction elements, designated with the symbol "FC" (Fanfiction Chapters). These fanfictions are in a way that Sophie's Adventure can be in existing works and are transformative, building upon the original stories with my creative twists and additions. I acknowledge the original creators' intellectual property and credit their work. In the fanfiction chapters, I will indicate my original characters, while all other characters are credited to their respective original creators. All other content, including characters, settings, and original storylines, remain the exclusive property of Mine. I apologise for any gramatical and writing mistakes. The cover illustration is done by me, please do not repost or use it without permission. Thank you for cooperation and understanding. Happy reading. You can also find this story on Wattpad.

Meet Mark Edwards, a brilliant but disillusioned 32-year-old mechanic trapped in a life of small-town monotony. Despite his once-promising future and genius intellect, Mark finds himself suffocating under the weight of wasted potential, his days a tedious blur of fixing tractors and tuning up minivans in his father's garage. As Mark navigates another tense family dinner and a treacherous drive home through a raging thunderstorm, his frustration and self-loathing reach a breaking point. But fate, as it turns out, has other plans in store. In a horrific twist, Mark's Jeep hydroplanes off the rain-slicked road, sending him plummeting into a churning ravine. In his final moments, as his life flashes before his eyes, Mark makes peace with his perceived failings, accepting the silent darkness as a means of escape. But death is not the end for Mark Edwards. He awakens in a strange digital limbo, faced with a cryptic message on a glowing screen: "Welcome to the Bellum Universale, Mark Edwards." As the gravity of his situation dawns on him, Mark is left with a chilling question: What fresh hell has he stumbled into? From this mind-bending precipice, Mark Edwards will embark on a journey beyond anything he could have imagined. Reincarnated as the successor to the Kingdom of Silla in ancient Korea, he must navigate a treacherous landscape of political intrigue, warring factions, and technological limitation. Trapped in an era far removed from his own, Mark will be forced to call upon all of his ingenuity, cunning, and latent genius to not only survive, but to lead his dynasty to greatness. As he struggles to adapt and innovate in this strange new world, Mark will come to realize that his true potential was never wasted, but merely waiting for the right challenge to unlock it. Blending historical fantasy and political thriller, this story promises a journey replete with grand vision, nation-scale machinations, and the soaring heights to which the unfettered human intellect can ascend. Buckle up for a genre-defying adventure as one man's second chance at life becomes a battle for the very fate of human civilization.

PFU: Porn Fiction Universe, is a provocative world where fantasies come alive in vibrant and unexpected ways. Each chapter serves as a standalone story, showcasing a diverse cast of characters who explore their deepest desires, pushing boundaries and societal norms. From spontaneous encounters to elaborate scenarios, these stories are filled with many sex scenes, rough encounters, bdsm, lust, orgy, fanfiction violation, torture, rape, milf encounters, anal scenes, creampie, big tits, massage violation, blowjob, big ass, masturbation, step-relationship violations, enslavement and so on.... Join this thrilling adventure, where every encounter ignites your manhood and leads you to fulfill your deepest desires!

Gray World is dominated by the will of Gods and thrives under the control of iron gears and steam. It is a place where faith is not a passive devotion but a currency—traded, bought, and sold by churches that wield their gods' influence as weapons. It is a place where value is absolute, value is everything, shaping every belief and controlling every life. Run by ironclad reign of Church of Steel, every life here reeks of smoke and decay, while the Church of Sacrifice whispers promises of salvation through pain and sacrifice. Yet, amidst this ever existing Gods of sacrifice, iron, and decay, a new God descends—one who was once known as The Faceless One, God of Confusion, Keeper of secrets, Messiah of messengers by en masse: the God of Fiction. God of Fiction, Ashur, reincarnates after dying by the wiles of God of Sacrifice and others. Unlike other gods, Ashur, does not demand worship through suffering or material devotion. Instead, he brings something far more dangerous: the ability to weave fantasies into existence, to blur the line between fiction and reality. "Is fiction not a truth waiting to be realized?" Whispers spread among the people—rumors of a church that doesn't preach, of a god who offers not suffering but something far more seductive: choice. They speak of dreams too vivid to be mere illusions and realities that seem to bend to their imaginations. What is fiction, if not another form of reality? When the masses begin to believe, does belief not shape the world itself? As his own proclamation goes— [To not exist does not mean one truly does not exist, for to be known is also a form of existence.] ﹌﹌﹌﹌﹌ [This book has been dropped] [If you want to read something after it, I would recommend, “Death Game: Beyond Reality“]

A collection of short stories to allow others to read them.

The vast scale of our universe has lead us to believe that we must be alone. However, this isn't the case. Fane, a member of a highly advanced spacefaring civilization, is suddenly summoned to a medieval world, reminiscent of Old Earth's Dark Ages. On the surface, kingdoms wage endless wars, while beneath, a mysterious dungeon sprawls, its labyrinthine corridors constantly shifting like the gears of a clock. Yet, this world is not the only one drawn into the chaos. Two others have also been pulled into the fray, bringing with them powerful crystalline mages and ancient gods long thought forgotten. Now, Fane must fight to survive alongside native warriors and foreign entities alike, all while unraveling the cryptic mysteries of this strange and dangerous realm. Survival is only the beginning - deciphering the truth could change everything. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello! Thanks for checking out my work! I'm not the greatest author, but I plan to consistently update this project, even if I have to write significantly slower than what you typically find on this platform. (My apologies!) Below, you will find some key notes that might be nice to see before becoming invested. PACE: 1 ch/week For now, I plan to write roughly 1 chapter / week. However, this might change in the future as I acclimate to writing more frequently. (Or if this story randomly becomes very successful.) MONEY: At least first 50 ch FREE I know I just mentioned this story becoming "successful", which typically entails paying the author and bla bla bla. BUT! I like the idea of this just being my story with no hooks or lines for a while. I plan to make the greater first chunk of the story free. TRENDS: ~~Overpowered~~ Honestly, I hate the concept of things being "overpowered". It reminds me of the first time I hacked my favorite childhood videogame. (It sucked the fun out of it completely.) That being said, I want this story to involve genuine challenges that take effort or risk to overcome. GENRE: Action, Mystery I would like this story to focus primarily around Action and Mystery. There might be some mild things tossed into the fray like comedy and romance, but don't expect anything too raunchy. DISCORD: -not yet implemented- I may eventually start a discord for this story. It could make a good library for supporting lore or artwork, as well as a place for people to discuss their theories or leave feedback. For now, this discord doesn't yet exist, but I will update you here when/if that changes. OTHER STORIES: Paused A few of you may have known me from my previous stories. I know, you may be pretty bummed that I haven't updated either in a really long time. There were some pretty hefty flaws in those stories that I kind of beat myself up over. (I actually formed this story while trying to restructure the surface world for 'Reincarnated as a Haunted Machine'.) For now, this will be my only work, as the world I live in has become rather complicated in recent years. Perhaps at some point, I will return to my other works, but for the foreseeable future, this story will be my one true love.

This collection of curated short stories spans several genres, including science fiction, surrealism, absurdism, nihilism, fantasy, horror and comedy. P.S.: This is an Anthology.

Kyu Wan was taken against his will to participate in a Cryosleep experiment. He wakes up in the year 2034, and is tasked to be a apart of a Suicide Squad to help out with the government's dirty work! Then again, it doesn't seem all that bad for Kyu, as he gets to work alongside (and potentially smash) THREE high-class women...and an android...and maybe an alien too.

Welcome to my life—Arsol Dare, the face of Althyra’s wildest game show, "Dare to Dream." Picture this: contestants from every corner of Althyra, dreaming big and ready to face contests that range from the hilarious to the hair-raising. And who's the charming host who guides them through these wacky stunts? Yours truly!   But here’s the kicker—I’m not just your average game show host. Under my laid-back exterior lies a cunning sorcerer with reality-altering abilities, cleverly disguised as magic tricks. With each season, my abilities grow, fueled by my audience's delight and sky-high ratings.   As I travel from state to state, gaining followers and new upgrades to my abilities, I’m on a mission not just for fame but to find a painful reminder of my past—my only family.    Yet I live in a world divided between beastkin and mages. I walk a tightrope of neutrality, using my secret ability to ensure fairness and spread what I know best—joy.   So, if you're up for a ride filled with laughs, magic, and a touch of heartwarming moments, join me on "Dare to Dream" and see the world through the eyes of Althyra’s most enigmatic game show host: MEEE!

In today's world, people live in an era of peace. Most of them have a normal job like Yariel. Playing video games, streaming, watching anime or reading? All that is over after awakening the ‘gift’. He always wanted to become Dakunaito. A warrior who controls the elements and performs powerful spells. It seems like fiction, but in this world we humans evolved being able to do incredible things... Although now we are barely a vestige of times gone by. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkuhjDMuyhE HEART ELEMENT by CaballeroWorld is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Ivy is a werewolf girl who just wants love and to be loved. Little did she know that fate had other plans in store for her. Her mate selection ceremony sparks a turn of events for the entire werewolf community and somehow, amidst all the calamity she wants to find that love.

Após o mundo colapsar e a sociedade ruir,uma nova gangue surge para mostrar quem dita as leis do apocalipse

Shadow of the Shattered Veil is a beloved story about a young hero that captivated many. But then, inexplicably, it vanished from the face of the earth. All traces of its history and existence disappeared, leaving no memory of it-except for one person. A young aspiring novelist, determined to succeed, seized the opportunity and recreated the entire story in his own way to profit from its mysterious disappearance. Just as he began to enjoy his success, he received a message from the original author. In an instant, he found himself transported into the world of the novel.

In 1998, it was the worst of times, with six major companies monopolizing Hollywood; it was the best of times, with the internet continuously challenging traditional models. Ronan aimed to climb to the pinnacle of this entertainment era, overlooking countless forests below.

"I am a homeless person in the United States."

"Reborn in 1979, I should have had the chance to show my skills and pursue grand ambitions. But why did I have to reincarnate into an American's body?! And now I have to take over a bank on the brink of bankruptcy?"

Simon was a game developer in his last life. He wasted too much time behind his computer and neglected his family, friends and the joy in life. As a consequence he grew old lonely and desolate. At the end of his life nothing of value was left to him. Somehow he got a second chance in life and was reborn in the United States. But not the United States he was familiar with, but the United States in the year 1952. How would he deal with his new family, new environment and a life without personal computers or game consoles?

Collection of Flash Fiction. Genres ranging from romance and slice of life to fantasy and supernatural. Heartfelt and depressing. Short but fun, or sad. I challenged myself to write flash fiction everyday back in high school, November 2021. I would use a random word generator and pull 1-2 word/s from it to use as a writing prompt for the day. It's sloppy and maybe grammatically incorrect at times, but it's fun to see how much I improved. Updates Daily!

Feng Ruqing was a spoiled princess with a hideous countenance in Liu Yun Kingdom. She used to ride roughshod over anyone who stood in her way, backed by her father the emperor who loved her with all his heart. Not only did she force the chancellor's son to marry her by breaking the existing loving couple up, but her mother-in-law had also passed out from rage because of her. In the end, she took her own life after the heartbreak and humiliation of being dumped. When she opened her eyes again, she was no longer the bratty princess who was a good-for-nothing. * * * Rumor has it that spirit beasts have become servants in princess’ manor and the princess is devouring precious spirit herb dishes every day. Rumor has it that the chancellor’s son who pleaded for reconciliation after divorcing the princess was thrown out of the princess’s manor. Rumor has it that some good-looking young masters went to the princess’s manor in hope of being her servants were nearly killed by the state preceptor. Rumor has it that the charming state preceptor was looking for the princess eagerly as he wanted to hold her responsible for sleeping with him.

Max Clarkson lived a good life and thanks to his Karma System, he knew that when he passed on, he would become a billionaire, successful businessman, and have a loving wife. Except some things didn't end up like he envisioned. He was now a dungeon master and the wealth he was promised was given in the form of Dungeon Points to build his new home. After living a good life spent helping others, the idea of running a dungeon that grew stronger by killing the adventures that wandered in did not sit well with him. Considering his options, Max decided to open a new type of dungeon that he would run like a business.

In a dystopian future where advanced technology has brought both prosperity and peril, a group of skilled mercenaries known as the "Steel Echoes" takes center stage. Led by the enigmatic and battle-hardened veteran, Captain Valen, this team of diverse specialists is hired for high-stakes missions that no one else dares to undertake. The story unfolds as the Steel Echoes are hired by a powerful corporation to retrieve a coveted prototype weapon stolen by a rival faction. As they delve deeper into the mission, they uncover a conspiracy that threatens not only their lives but the stability of the entire city. With each member bringing unique skills to the table - from tech hacking to heavy weaponry, martial arts to tactical expertise - they must navigate through treacherous urban landscapes, face off against augmented foes, and outsmart ruthless adversaries. But the real challenge lies within their own ranks, as personal histories, secrets, and conflicting agendas threaten to tear them apart. As alliances are tested and loyalties questioned, Captain Valen must lead the Steel Echoes on a perilous journey of betrayal, redemption, and ultimate survival

Each chapter contains different stories

Youtasuke Hikaru, a young man from Ishmael's slum ruins, aspires to be a hunter, defending the city from enigmatic WMCs (Worldly Mysterious Creatures). However, hunters must hail from within the city walls. One night, Youta aids an injured hunter who grants him his rank and power, enabling him to enter the city and forge a new life. Training unveils Youta's underestimated challenges. WMCs prove stronger and craftier than he ever imagined. Amid battles, he unearths corrupt hunters and clandestine groups aiming to control the city. As Youta fights to safeguard his home, his personal history unfolds. Linked to the city's fate, he confronts his greatest trials to protect his loved ones. Through battles and obstacles, Youta learns vital lessons in camaraderie, loyalty, and self-sacrifice, navigating the intricate world of hunters. A Science Fantasy mix with advance technology, Monsters and some what Magic. Discord https://discord.gg/Z75v7kBK come share your ideas and take about the novel with me Please support my WSA 2023 entry!!