Guilty Gear Faust

For fans of Cradle × Mistborn × The Stormlight Archive — meet your next obsession! WHY YOU'LL BINGE THIS SERIES: 1.EPIC PROGRESSION — From demon-spark boy to multiverse godslayer! 2.BREATHTAKING WORLD-BUILDING — 12+ intricately designed realms, 100+ divine entities, and warring cosmic rules! 3.UNFORGETTABLE HEROINES — A legendary mage queen, a time-bending priestess, and a tribal goddess fused with a war machine! 4.GAME-CHANGING POWER SYSTEMS — Divine bloodlines × Apocalyptic gear × Reality-breaking constructs! STORY SNEAK PEAK: Eldrin isn't just half-demon, half-elf — he's a walking apocalypse forged by warring multiverses. When his father's betrayal strands him in the lawless hellscape of Faro, he doesn't just survive — he conquers. WITNESS THE ASCENSION: Stage 1: Disgraced hybrid → Deep Blue Academy's top arcane architect Stage 2: Multiverse exile → God-Eater who turns divine realms into his workshops Stage 3: Creator of Eternity Tome — the only artifact that evolves from Disaster to Cosmic Law Final Form: The Redeemer — A living black hole rewriting universal code with 3.2 billion souls as his fuel CORE SELLING POINTS: 1. LEGENDARY CHARACTERS = INSTANT FANDOM The Dragon Tamer Mage: A 29-level reality-warmer who hunts archdevils for brunch. Secretly carries Eldrin's heir — a baby with frost draconic reincarnation powers. Time's Martyred Saint: Sacrifices her existence across 3 millennia to build Dawn Citadel, only to return as "Faceless Knight" — a paradox rewriting fate itself. The Tribal Singularity: Merges with Mother Nest (a living war factory) to become Tilatmis — Creator Deity who births new cosmic laws. 2. GEAR THAT REINVENTS POWER FANTASY Moonlight (Shattered Godblade): Killed 7 deities before breaking against his father's armor. Judgment (Soul-Hungry Cleaver): Evolves from Hatred → Sacred Annihilation through 12 divine executions. Apocalypse Codex (Living Artifact): Contains 9 sealed elder gods as "skill modules". 3. COSMIC WAR SYSTEMS Divine Stock Market: Trade godhood fragments like crypto! Time Dilated Battlefields: 1 day in Abyss Layer 666 = 3 years of power grinding! Bloodline NFTs: Inherit skills from 13 extinct cosmic races! READER MAGNETS: Chapter 1 Hook: "The ritual demanded his mother's heart. Eldrin offered two — one demon, one divine." Mid-Series Twist: Hero becomes the final boss — "Why kill gods when I can own their believers?" Finale Payoff: A black hole wedding where Eldrin marries 4 heroines across collapsing realities! TROPES WE OWN: 1.Enemies-to-Godslayers 2.Academy Arc × Multiverse Conquest 3.Time Loop Tragedies 4."Build Your Own Pantheon" Progression VIRAL POTENTIAL: TikTok-Ready Moments: Dragon armadas exploding into coin showers! Webtoon Adaptation Gold: Kaleidoscopic battles across 12 art styles! Wiki Rabbit Hole: 144 divine hierarchies to obsess over! WARNING: This novel contains: Soul-crushing "Red Wedding" moments (RIP 8.7 billion NPCs) Game of Thrones-level political backstabs across 23 noble houses Addictive "Just One More Chapter" cliffhangers READER PRAISE: "MC starts weaker than a sick kitten but ends up deleting the final boss' save file!" "The Elden Ring of webnovels — every side character could headline their own epic!" START READING NOW — Before Eldrin resets the multiverse again!

Annabelle, a young heiress whose life had been dictated by her mother and the expectations of the family for as long as she could remember, even leaving her infant daughter with her father for years without contact so her mother never found out and harmed them now struggles to reconnect with her family but soon realize how difficult it was to do so. Not only was her mother and family still a threat, but she discovered that the man she loved was also planning to get married due to pressure from his mother and the desire to give his daughter a mother. Left with no other choice, Anna decided it was time to stop playing it safe and grab the bull by the horns. Tension and awkwardness sparked between them at their first encounter after many years of separation. While one felt guilty, the other felt fear, afraid of the past repeating itself if he allowed himself to love her again. Meanwhile, the little bundle of joy just wanted her family together and happy.

Two years after graduation, Lin Yang had no car, no house, and no savings. Originally planning to slack off for the rest of his life, Lin Yang, after a failed blind date, activated the Golden Finger during a fishing session. Catching different aquatic species not only directly earned him money, but also unlocked special items (buffs, fishing gear, bait...), while also increasing his own experience and points. 【Fishing Level Lv1: Novice】 【Level Experience: 1/100】 【Total Points: 1】(Points can be used to exchange for special items) ..... With the help of the Golden Finger Illustrated Handbook, Lin Yang not only made a fortune but gradually became the top fishing master and the hottest outdoor live streamer! Viewers in the live streaming room, "There's no fish Master Lin can't catch, not even a shark." A certain fishing master, "Master Lin is the true fishing master, and from today onwards, he is my master."

Are you still fussing over obtaining mythical pets and exotic top-tier battle gear? Watch me as I bring along warheads, Spider tanks and Reaper4000 to swiftly wipe out multiple stages and slaughter the Boss! No matter how well you are in dodging bullets, or how acute your senses and reflexes are, you are still going to fall under the scope of my bullet storm. You will see me fight through the day and night while I hold onto my position being the best without breaking a sweat. While you were feeling overjoyed for just slaying a dragon, all I did was laugh and remain speechless. “Hey lad, ever heard of Gundam? Honestly, it is a mystical mech, and the dragon is nothing but a mere bug to this huge mystical mech.” This is the legend of the Divine Mech Hunter!

Dunia ini sangat indah dan damai, tapi itu dulu. Sebelum akhirnya dunia ini memasuki masa kehancurannya, manusia dan hewan terkena sebuah virus yang tidak diketahui. Yang membuat mereka mutasi dan menjadi seekor Mutan yang ganas dan hilang kendali. Mereka akan memakan siapa saja yang mereka lihat. Ini adalah kisah perjalanan para survivor yang mencari 'Harmoni' di tengah kehancuran.

Max, an ordinary guy with an extraordinary passion for gaming, thrives on challenges, always pushing himself to the highest difficulty. When Champion’s Awakening, the world’s first full-immersion VR RPG, launched, he emptied his savings to buy the game and a budget capsule. Despite playing with subpar gear, he spent four relentless years mastering the game’s toughest mode. Now, the long-awaited sequel has arrived, introducing multiplayer battles. To his surprise, his uncle and sister gift him a top-tier gaming capsule. For the first time, Max is ready to put his hard-earned skills to the test against real opponents.

"Current survival rate: 0.001%" "System activated — You have taken control of the Earth's highest authority." During the awakening ceremony in class, while the school beauty mockingly brushed away the F-rank badge from my palm, no one knew that my system was refining the entire New York black hole into an experience pool. Do you think I level up too slowly? Last night, in the folding space training ground, I just used ninety-nine bolts of heavenly lightning to temper my body and break through—your ten years of hard cultivation are enough for me to tear a piece of paper. Saying I don’t have godly gear? Ten minutes ago, I casually pulled out the SSS-level "Ragnarok," and it's currently roasting the eight-headed serpent of Sakura Kingdom into skewers for a midnight snack. Laughing at my poor talent? At this moment, your S-level ice ability is dancing in my palm, while my Annihilation Domain has already devoured seven Awakener Temples across North America. When the coalition of the five major nations approaches, I sit on the Throne of Skulls, smiling lightly. Behind me, a million blood-born heirs howl to the sky, each one a death agent birthed from a disaster-level mother nest. "Kneel." "Or become the next stepping stone on my path of evolution." This world always needs a few ants, to highlight the sharpness of those who slay gods.

A blind Orphan child gets transported to the modern world. Read as he left the world of magic to follow his destiny with an all-knowing system that used to be the God of knowledge. Meet Legendary Families and famous people as He circumvents through different facets of life with God-given talent. Be it Acting, singing or cooking, he who once felt guilty for existing will overcome to become a pinnacle existence. ============================== This is a slice-of-life story focusing on all aspects of life. He will grow and will have different careers throughout his journey. He will meet many girls throughout his life and have to find ways to overcome different societal issues because of it. Volume 1 covers his childhood adventures In Volume 2, the wild ride about his adult life!

Jacob Brown spent his old life chasing success, only to be crushed by failure at every turn. Now, reborn as 14-year-old Leo Mantine in a steampunk world where magic fuels invention and danger lurks behind progress, he’s given a second chance to carve out a future worth fighting for. But survival won’t come easy. From shadowy factions pulling the strings of society to secrets buried in ancient ruins, Leo must navigate a world where power is everything—and the weak are left behind. Armed with newfound abilities and the lessons of his past life, he’ll have to outthink, outmaneuver, and outlast those who would see him fail again. In a world of gears, sorcery, and ambition, will he finally rise above his failures—or will history repeat itself?

In the age of arcane wonders and lurking shadows, Lily, a System-bearer torn from her world, finds herself in the crosshairs of destiny. Her unlikely ally, Alec, a vampire with secrets buried deeper than the ancient castles of Europe, offers a dangerous path forward. But as the gears of fate turn, a sinister genius, Victor, emerges from the darkness, his inventions threatening to plunge the realm into chaos. Can Lily and Alec overcome their differences and stand against the encroaching night? Or will they become mere puppets in Victor's grand design? Prepare for a thrilling odyssey through a world where science clashes with the supernatural, and love might be the only weapon strong enough to defy destiny.

Avery Asteria was far from having anyone's dream job. Family circumstances had him drop out of school and flying around the expanse of space looking for treasure among the discarded trash in an old ship his father had been restoring. It was far from glamorous work, but it was all he could do to earn the money he needed. He was not the only one looking for fortune among the stars, though. One day a score that looked too good to be true led to a run in with a band of pirates. With some quick wits and a bit of luck, Avery managed to escape the worst, but he ended up missing out on collecting the valuable salvage he had his sights on. Having lost a large chunk of his gear in his flight from the pirates, Avery seemed to be truly at the end of his rope. However, a twist of fate led him to discovering an experimental vessel that had been lost to the far reaches of space. With this new ship in his possession, his prospects were looking up. It had everything and more than what any spacefarer could want. And Avery was going to use it to become the leader of the greatest band of mercenaries in the galaxy.

He chuckled. “What’s with the face?” I blinked. “What?” “You’re blushing.” His voice held a teasing lit, and I could practically hear the smirk behind it. “Oh.” I raised a hand to my cheek, rubbing absently, only to feel the warmth spreading across my skin. My lips twisted into a small, guilty smile. Leo’s eyes gleamed with amusement. There was something about the way he looked at me—steady, knowing—that made me uneasy. Not because I felt uncomfortable, but because I had spent so long misunderstanding him. Why hadn’t I seen his loyalty from the start? Why had I assumed he wanted me for business, for something transactional? A pang of guilt settled in my chest. “This place is…” I started, glancing around, searching for words. He leaned back slightly, one arm draped over the chair. “Deserving of a heiress,” he finished smoothly. “I had a work break.” A warm rush of gratitude filled me, but it was quickly dampened by a lingering thought. Cassie had mentioned something earlier—something about Ophelia storming into Leo’s office. My fingers curled slightly against the tablecloth.

Dumar, bio-engineered assassin, shoots himself in the head in an attempt to escape the purpose he was created for. Upon wakening, Dumar finds himself in a plain, stone built room with simple wooden furnishings and no décor. He also finds he is paralysed. Transported to another world by Grethron, a necromancer, to kill his brother Malthrom, Dumar realises he will never be free of the fate he has been created for, even killing himself had not changed anything. Grethron takes Dumar to the palace to see the queen who apologises to Dumar for her brother-in-law’s defiling of his soul. Dumar discovers Grethron’s brother, Malthrom, invaded the kingdom before and is gearing up to do the same again. Using his necromancy, Malthrom enslaves unwilling people to join his army and begins his march north. Dumar is drawn in and honoured by the people but will he break his own vow never to kill or let the people he has come to care for suffer?

In a dystopian future where Vampires emerged from the shadows in order to stop humanity from becoming extinct, a young woman with a dark past meets a charismatic stranger. As time goes by Private Love Aikawa of military unit 4-7, finds that she may not be as human as she first thought, and that humanity may not be the side that she should be fighting for. Battling rogue vampires, mutated creatures and her own past, Love works to unravel the mysteries behind the secretive Helsing unit. This novel starts intentionally slow through the exposition, everything kicks into gear in the latter half of Volume 1, so I hope you stick with it and enjoy the WILD ride! I also added some song recommendations along the way to listen to whilst you read certain chapters, I hope this helps boost the experience. Public Spotify playlist for Volume 1 is under the name: TLAR - Book 1 https://open.spotify.com/playlist/07czy216X1xB6F1mfRtl31?si=3cff937234e64589 Please comment and vote for your favourite characters along the way :)

Growing up without Bloodline Mastery exposed piling up difficulties. Being at a high school for talented adventurers wasn't a great idea, but no other school could accept a no-name orphan. No, seriously. His name was Shay, nothing more, nothing less. The school allowed him to at least study the way of the sword, in which he excelled. Although being geared after leaving school wouldn't make much for a living. It 'seemed' to be an inevitable path. [Merging System - Unlocked!]

[Cerita ini memiliki beberapa PoV utama ,dan PoV tambahan dengan tata letak yang acak dan absurd.] Di dalam lingkaran kebaikan dan kejahatan, siapa yang adil? Dalam ketidaktahuan dan emosi yang hampa, siapa yang berbicara? Peperangan antar ras, pengkhianatan, iblis, dewa, saint, pahlawan, penyihir, ksatria, pemburu, dan artefak ... di dalam dunia yang di penuhi tangisan dan keputusasaan, tiga jiwa mati terlahir kembali, membawa maksud rahasia dan kesesatan di dunia ini. Ini adalah kisah "Tiga Reinkarnator" di dunia yang berbahaya. ============================= *Karya Original punyaku dan bukan novel terjemahan. *Berikan kritik dan saran kalian agar aku bisa mencoba menjadi lebih baik karena ini adalah novel pertama ciptaanku.* "Bad Writing*

Evelyn Drakes, a college student whose life took a darker turn on the eve of her 20th Birthday. It all began with those strange dreams which she couldn't make sense of. But then, she discovers she is the Lunar Shadow- a rare white werewolf prophecied to unite or destroy the pack. As she learns to control her newfound powers, and duties that comes with it, she finds herself caught between Kael. The stoic Alpha of her pack- Silver Crescent who seemed to hold a past trauma. And Lyall, a rogue Alpha who charms her with his dark charisma. Hiding something sinister behide his facade. In a world where love and loyalty are tested, Evelyn must choose who she can trust- and who holds her heart. Get geared up for "Evelyn: The White Wolf." A story of Destiny, Love and Betrayal.

Demon Lord Azanth was one of the greatest demons of the planes of wickedness. Liam Nowak is just your average first year student mage. Azanth is evil. Liam is good. An unlikely partnership comes about when Azanth's enemies overthrow him and force him into the weakest, most flimsy and impossible-to-comeback form they can think of on the Plane of Life: a crisp (also known as a potato chip). Like Mephistopheles and Faust, the Master and Marguerite, Bert and Ernie, one can't help being evil and the other... wavers. For Lord Azanth, his journey towards revenge is complicated by a growing awareness that beyond good and evil is primordial chaos, long thought to have been subdued, but which is making an accelerating return.

In a city veiled in oil-stained mist and the dim glow of gaslight, where the grind of steel and the hiss of steam never cease, a man awakens in a body that is not his own. Victor Holloway, an ordinary man from Earth, now walks in the skin of Elias Vayne—a detective whose reputation is built more on deception than achievements, a man who was just murdered for reasons unknown. With fractured memories and an identity that doesn’t quite fit, Victor is drawn into a case stranger than anything he has ever encountered. A murder wiped from existence, with witnesses who speak only in riddles. Yet in this world of secrets and shifting allegiances, greater powers loom beyond mortal schemes. The Churches of the Four Original Gods—ancient institutions of faith, influence, and hidden agendas—watch the game unfold, sometimes as allies, sometimes as immovable obstacles. The deeper he delves, the more he realizes—this world is nothing but a stage, where truth is fluid, and masks are worn by all. There are no certainties, no absolutes, only the game he must now play. Beneath the blackened rain, the whisper of turning gears, and the ever-present haze of smoke, Victor Holloway must embrace the role thrust upon him. A Detective. A Victim. A Liar. A Saviour. A Pactmaker. This is a tale woven from lies and deception. The tale of a Trickster.

In a town, the prelude to youth quietly draws to a close. A young girl, Zhao Ling'er, with a vision for the future, steps into the door of Zhangchuan Middle School. She is lively and cheerful, full of unlimited fantasies about the future, eager to find like-minded friends on campus, meet the man of her destiny, and start her own youthful story. However, the gears of fate have already turned quietly, and she meets with several classmates with very different personalities on campus, and their stories are intertwined to form the most beautiful model of youth. There are laughter, tears, growing pains and the light of dreams, and they will walk through this unforgettable journey of youth together.

In a steampunk world full of steam technology, a mysterious crystal capable of granting extraordinary powers, the Aetherium Crystal. It is the reason for the battle between the secret organization Vanguard Legion and the dark cult The Shattered Star. Bayu, a runaway with a dark past as a subject of crystal experiments, finds himself with the unexpected power to turn machines into weapons and armor. With his powers, he joins the Vanguard Legion to fight the threat of the Crystal Abomination-humans modified by the power of crystals by the global enemy, the shattered star. However, behind this conflict lies a dark mystery about the origins of the Aetherium crystal and Bayu's destiny that will determine the fate of the world.

A high ceiling, adorned with intricate carvings and fanciful decor. A warm golden light passing through stained glass highlighting the beauty of justice and righteous valour- a contrast to the maleficent beings that would often face this light- illuminates the room. Upon a raised dais, there is a displeased king, and by his side, stern-faced nobles and court officials stare down menacingly at the accused. Below these extinguished figures, bounded by chains and covered in grime, was a six-year-old girl. "Ixion Akastos Vespera" "In the presence of our sovereign King and the noble dukes of this great nation, you are summoned to answer for the grave crimes alleged against you. The entire house of Vespera, your family and lineage, has been wrongfully slain by a treacherous prisoner of theirs. We have reason to believe you have conspired with the ungrateful fiend, betraying your own blood and committing treason against our liege. How do you answer? Are you guilty or not guilty of this heinous crime?" "Not guilty." "Not guilty? Very well. You shall-" "I killed them myself. Not the dragon, only I." Murmurs erupted among the usually unperturbed high-class nobles. "Is it not according to law that a bloodline inheritor may kill all other potential heirs? As for my unfortunate mother, she was merely an unintended mishap." °°° Alexandra Chase, among a million others, found herself in a deadly game orchestrated by a supreme goddess to gain access to another world. Unfortunately, her life in this new world won't be any softer than the one before it. Her drive is not only to survive but also to supersede those beings who stand above. The goddess's schemes are far deeper than she could imagine. She is granted talent, unlimited potential, and terrifying attunement to the world itself with her new body, but many geniuses die young. Her most capable weapon is a concept many have yet to fathom- her soul.

Adrian Hudel has always been the invisible son in the Hu family, overshadowed by his elder brother Wryn, who was groomed to inherit the family business. Adrian’s only solace lies in his passion for painting, a dream he clings to amidst the cold indifference of his father, Wuner Hudel. But when Wryn abandons the family overnight, fleeing from an arranged marriage to the richest man in the country, Ethan Levistis, Adrian’s life takes a devastating turn. --- The cover is mine. The cover is of MC-Adrian Hudel. Free to collect. BL Story.

After years of intense development and a thrilling beta phase, Ashen World Online has finally opened its doors to the public—instantly capturing global attention. At the center of the excitement is Blake, once the proud and formidable leader of the Cerberus guild—until his relentless ambition led to a crushing defeat in the beta’s grand finale. Now, as the official release dawns, he returns with two legendary powers: Spiritual Blacksmith and Limitless Enchanter. Bestowed with the power to forge entire armies, fortresses, and legendary gear, Blake can forge far more than just his own fate. But the question remains: has he truly changed, or will the lure of ultimate creation pull him back into the same ruthless path?

After so many ups and downs, Qi Yun finally completed all his Missions and wanted to live well with his family and lover. "Come, This is my Empire." Qi Yun pulled the man forward and excitedly showed his home to him. However... "Your Majesty!! The Dragon clan elder ran away with Shark Clan's Princess!!" "Your Majesty!! The scientist blew up the Imperial Palace!!" "Your Majesty!! Elves planted rice in the stadium!!" "Your Majesty!! The Prime Minister and the General are having love affair and the Prime Minister ran away with the baby!!" "Your Majesty!! The young Princes fell in love with the young Princes of the other Empire!!" "Your Majesty!! The Dragon Clan leader and Vampire Clan leader destroyed the jail and went to fight again!!" Aldriac glanced at his lover, who fumed angrily and hugged him tightly. But Qi Yun broke free. "Good, Excellent! You bastards destroyed my welcoming ceremony! Watch how to destroy your whole ancestry!!"

“For the one who held us together, even when we could not. Though you are gone, your love remains eternal.” The 9 regions were once a whole world. "That's not reality." This world has no beginning and prophecies say that this world has no end. "Because we are not in a world but in Fragmented Time." "Will they able to survive? Or will we be out of time?" The Demise of Fate started and destruction loomed over. "How can this be true? Was this all fake or there was no truth from start?" "You all were betrayed by your own kin!" The Nexus Stars opened their eyes, the three worlds, all faced the same savior. "You were born here, Will you abandon your own kind?" "The people here were given hope by you, why do you want to take their last hope away?" "We don't want to keep you here, you are free but the people here are bound." Aron Zephyr, He himself don't know how his life can be so complex, deaths, betrayal, responsibility, surviving, sadness, he can cope with all emotions because of him. Zander Stood there, a beautiful golden butterfly kissing his cheek. Because of them, he was never alone. Zane, Livia, Velester, Lisa, Yulius, Tempest, Sera, and them.... Atleast he was not alone... ---- Original cover. Bl theme. Main Reciver, many side cps. Survival, infinite flow, fast pace.

Alina, a once powerful queen in a vast RPG world, is trapped in a new realm after a betrayal by her husband, Ethan. Stripped of her power, gear, and even her memories, she starts again as a lowly Level 2 Farmer. With nothing but a dull broadsword, Alina is forced to survive by completing Rank F quests, including slaying the weakest monsters like a Corrupted Slime. Despite the odds stacked against her, she faces each challenge head-on, determined to reclaim her former strength and uncover the truth behind Ethan’s betrayal.

On the sunny coast of Italy, Giovanni, an ordinary high school student, is always mocked by his classmates as a "ghost on the desk" - until his father sends him a bronze ring covered with runes that he found in the ruins of Troy. The ancient female elf Aletia, who was accidentally awakened, became his maid...completely tore his ordinary life apart. In order to uncover the magical truth behind the fall of Troy, this master and servant who spanned thousands of years had to face school bullying, the bloody pursuit of the mafia, and the deadly conspiracy of government dignitaries at the same time. When he found that he could crack the ancient magic and mix alchemical potions with pizza sauce, the gears of fate had already quietly turned... On one side are the school beauties who are pursued and the poisonous tongues of the female elves, and on the other side are the shocking experiments hidden under the Sicilian red wine estate - the counterattack of this "useless" boy is destined to be full of crazy collisions between ancient civilization magic and modern interests.

Marcu Aurelius Saavedra was known as a one-woman man, and everyone knows that. He doesn’t cheat and do flings. Marcus Aurelius’ loyalty is unwavering, believing a man should only love one woman. But soon, Marcus Aurelius’ beliefs crumbled when her girlfriend of 7 years left him. Now, she’s back, and he needs to face her. But to hell with it, he will not face her alone when Cruella Cervantes barged into his life-literally and figuratively. At that moment, when he saw her heart-shaped face and her hazel eyes staring into his dark brown eyes, his belief began to crumble. Yet his gaze could not leave her full lips, which were inviting and tinted a delicate shade of pink, fueling something within him. Marcus Aurelius then proposed a fake relationship with Cruella. One rule she must abide by is not to fall in love with him. Their relationship will be under bedroom negotiation, and falling in love with each other is a sin. And yet all he could remember was the need to kiss her and stare at her hazel eyes. But the question is: Will he overthrow the attraction he felt for the woman, knowing it’s a sin, or would Marcus Aurelius let his feelings show as he thrust hard and deep inside her?

In a world where every soul is born into the symphony of countless whispers—cryptic words from a primordial spirit.Those who decipher the whispers into a single whisper- a metaphor, gain extraordinary power, but at a cost. Faust, burdened with the elusive metaphor "Why", embarks on a perilous journey to uncover its purpose. As the line between power and insanity blurs, Faust must confront the echoes of his choices and the mysteries of a world bound by whispers.