Raised In The Dark

In a world where the chosen one has defeated the demon lord and brought peace to the realm, now 500 years have passed since the demon's defeat. Aetheria, the world, appears peaceful, but is it truly so?

Elena, a defiant and eccentric witch living in the Forbidden Forest, has witnessed the empire crumble under the reign of Kael, a once-promising disciple corrupted by darkness. Kael, once a bright-eyed orphan, a disciple of her very own enemy was twisted into the empire's destroyer, abandoned and manipulated. In the face of the silver sword of her sworn enemy held by Kael, she made a gamble against time and fate. Using forbidden magic, she made a deal with the timekeeper. Elena plunges back into the past, 10 years before the impending destruction. Faced with a chance to rewrite her destiny she will set her target to Kael, and make his master pay for neglecting his very own disciple. And this time, she'll not just stand and watch how the world crumbles down. She'll be his unlikely guardian, shaping him into a beacon of light instead of a harbinger of doom Can Elena rewrite destiny? Or will the karma prove too strong for a witch to clash against the inevitable pull of fate.

In the sprawling city of New Haven, two half-brothers find themselves drawn into a deadly battle against supernatural anomalies—creatures threatening to tear humanity apart. Noah, a disciplined anomaly hunter, and Jon, an untrained but brilliant tactician, must set aside their differences to face an escalating danger. Their unlikely partnership is tested when they are joined by Delores "Dee" Reynolds, a highly skilled scout for the Council—a secretive organization dedicated to protecting the world from these deadly forces. Dee, trained from a young age under the guidance of her wealthy and influential father, one of the Council’s highest members, is as wary as she is capable. While she’s dedicated to her mission, Dee is suspicious of the brothers, unsure whether they are heroes—or threats in disguise. Together, they uncover a dark conspiracy within the Council itself, as well as a catastrophic anomaly on the verge of awakening—one that could destroy New Haven and beyond. As the trio races to stop the strong forces from rising, tensions between them grow, as their personal struggles, family bonds, and distrust of one another begin to surface.

Have you ever wondered how a person who was supposed to be dead was walking in front of you? or why you are trapped in a mysterious paranormal game and the rules that are set in place to protect you are falling apart, Or Maybe you just want a short spine chilling tale to end the day? Have you ever just thought about Paranormal things? Most people will tell you they are Nonsense but here, we will learn about all the Paranormal with you.

Justin, a skilled gamer, is pulled through a dimensional gate into a dungeon resembling his favorite game—just three days before the end of the world. Faced with monsters and ancient magic, he rises from novice to the most feared dark magus , surpassing all others. Witness his unstoppable journey to ultimate power as he races against time and destiny.

"I was called evil just because I killed a few Gods—Is that right?!! "My actions were justified. Who wants to worship beings who are nothing but power-hungry tyrants?" "So, I slayed them." *Haha!* After a battle that shook the Earth beyond anything recorded in history, the most feared entity—a rogue god—was finally vanquished: the God of Darkness. With his defeat, demi-gods and gods finally found peace, relieved of the threat he once posed. But peace came at a cost. As punishment by the supreme gods, Azrael, the rogue god, was transmigrated into a human body. Stripped of his divine powers, he now had to start from scratch, trapped in a mortal shell that could not sustain the will and power of a god. Just when all seemed lost, a new hope arose. [Ding!!] [New body sustainable unlocked: Reptilian skin] [20% of power gained] [Mission: eradicate all living things in a 20 mile radius] "I am coming for you all!!" **** [Note: Please don't forget to add to your library, and support thank you] Also, not a harem.

He was a prince from the biggest kingdom in the Andromeda Continent.His family was the Holy Knight descendants who had killed the dark king. A mysterious accident took his father's life and cursed him with the dark power, making everyone doubt his identity. His uncle treated him as a war puppet even forcing him to relinquish his right to the king's throne and his cousin treated him like his nemesis. Feeling guilty for his father's death he decided to give his blind loyalty to his kingdom and accidentally fell in love with an unknown woman. But after all, things started going well, he was accused of rebelling and was cruelly executed. A dark power revived him, but he was not the same person they once knew. This time he would rise again not only as a king but a king among the kings that conquered the land... _________ >This is love at first sight, but also a slow burn romance (Romance subplot) >The story mostly about the MC's internal struggle >Please expect a lot of battle and fighting scenes as well as some political maneuvers in this story >The MC is cold for romance and mostly act by his status as a royalty >His past play a big role please be patient >This is not eye for an eye type of story Discord chanel: https://discord.gg/mSRHyMVhnG Cover by Commission Aleena Mao from Pixiv -------------- Other works: *The Incubus System *Dragon King's Harem *Seven Sins System *Demon Lord's Succubus (Completed)

‘Am I hallucinating? Am I dying?’ Marx thought. Perhaps he was seeing visions because he was feverish and his head ached from the contusions he suffered during the crash. He blinked but the vision was still there. He saw a beautiful woman fully naked on the edge of the other side of the spring. Her slightly wavy hair with the color of copper cascaded freely down her slim waist. She raised her arms and dived cleanly into the water. Marx waited but she did not emerged from the water after sometime. Marx chuckled. “How could there be a woman in a jungle in the middle of nowhere?” He heard a growl from behind him and before he can react a big tiger pounced on him. The last thing he remembered was seeing four canines closing in and hearing a loud female voice shouting, “Khalil, stop!” … Discover how Amaya who grew up in the wild copes with the pressure and challenges of returning to the civilized world. Accompany her on her journey to find love, acceptance and recognition in the treacherous human world of betrayal and greed. *** The book cover is not mine. It is a photo of one of the most beautiful actress in my country.

In the land of Orsus, where the strong protect the weak under the light of The Essence, peace and prosperity seem assured. But beneath the surface, darkness stirs. Orsus is haunted by the memory of Enyos, the mightiest protector who fell in a brutal battle against the mysterious "Witnesses," beings from a shattered world ravaged by the Bright Dark. The Essence grants rings of power to the chosen few, but even these gifts may not be enough to defend against the coming storm. A chilling prophecy foretells the arrival of a Prophet born of two opposing forces, destined to either destroy Orsus or reshape it entirely. In this tale of power, prophecy, and peril, the line between light and dark blurs, and the truth may be more dangerous than anyone could have imagined. The Legend of Atenyos begins—a journey that will challenge the very foundations of Orsus and its people.

In a world ruled by fate and ancient magic, Princess Seraphina's path was never hers to choose. Promised to a man known only as the Shadow Lord—a figure spoken of in whispers and feared by all—she must fulfill a marriage vow bound by powers beyond her understanding. Within the Shadow Lord’s mysterious realm, Seraphina discovers secrets that challenge everything she has ever known. But as darkness and light collide, she must face a choice: embrace the unknown or be lost to it. Will Seraphina's heart unlock the truth behind the shadows, or will she become part of them? Enter a realm where shadows conceal, vows bind, and only love can reveal what lies hidden in the dark. [ Please Support with Golden Tickets, Gifts and Power stones!! ]

The protagonist wakes up from a deep slumber to find the world destroyed. He begins to struggle for survival, encountering all sorts of bizarre creatures along the way. Amidst the onslaught of mutated beasts, satellite weapons, and biochemical attacks, he fights to stay alive. In this surreal post-apocalyptic world, the joys and sorrows of ordinary people also unfold

In a world where magic reigns and darkness lurks, Kazuki Takashi endures a nightmarish cycle of abuse after losing his real parents. Adopted by a cruel family, his rage simmers until a field trip thrusts him and his classmates into a mystical realm, where a king asks for their help to save his kingdom from monstrous hordes. When Kazuki’s latent dark and electric powers emerge, he becomes the target of scorn, even from his closest friend. Banished and battered, he confronts his painful past, training relentlessly to surpass his limits. As he evolves from a broken boy into a powerful warrior, Kazuki seeks vengeance against those who wronged him. With the threat of gods looming and alternate realities colliding, Kazuki’s journey becomes a race against fate itself. Will he rise from the shadows to claim his destiny, or will he succumb to the darkness within? Discover his tumultuous tale of revenge and self-discovery in "The Dark Ascendance."

the journey of a teen who struggles to find her roots

It's an Isekai reincarnation Novel with a system. Sachi Nakamura is reborn in a world of Sword and magic. An average girl born in an average family. Like a Phoenix rises from death to the top. Along the way she has to raise the legendary phoenix. And solve the mystery of the universe she was reincarnated into.

Jeong-Ho was deeply engrossed in writing an essay about Earth when a package arrived, which he initially assumed was sent by his brother. He placed it in the living room and returned to his work , after a week passed and summer break started Curiosity piqued, he eventually opened the box to discover a video game inside. Intrigued, he read the game’s description and quickly logged in to explore its features, immersing himself in the rules and mechanics. Before long, he found himself captivated by the gameplay, which revolved around a realistic simulation where players assume the role of a scientist tasked with saving the world from a perilous fungus outbreak. During his adventure, he encountered an abandoned experiment known as 560, a rare specimen believed to be a potential weapon against the fungus king, although previous attempts to utilize it had failed miserably. Determined to assist 560 in its quest for survival, Jeong-Ho formed a bond with the creature, but their journey took a dramatic turn following a catastrophic incident that changed everything. *This novel is inspired by a Chinese novel titled "Raising Little Monster" which i recommend you read it. *

Raven is trapped in a mysterious facility, accused of killing her parents. With fragmented memories and a blurred past, Raven navigates the facility's sinister forces, seeking answers and protection for herself and her younger sister, Hannah.

Sun, Who reincarnated, but he has very unfortunate luck. He got trow away after he was born. But he found a new family, and a Fenrir has become his mother. It was a Story where Sun and his Fenrir sister travel worldwide to find true purpose.

I was caught in the darkness since I was young, only lived for the evil purposes of my master. I was then assigned a task to venture out of the darkness and become a spy. Unexpectedly, my new mistress and her family shown me love and warmth I have never experienced before, a strange yet beautiful feeling. Her family, friends and herself shown me that every person can still escape that wrenched place as long as you are determined to break through it. For this reason, I begin my journey on discovering the secrets that have been buried for years. each and every secret that could shake the whole continent.

After so many years of matchmaking, Tian Shi, the angel of love, still failed to find a love match for Hui Long. Frustrated, the young angel resorted to drinking away his sorrows. “I curse you! You… you loveless human!!! Arghhh!!!” Tian Shi shouted at the heavens. “You cold-hearted man!! Turn into a pig!!!! At least then I can eat you.” But little did he know his words came true. Hui Long, who was currently walking home after his dinner meeting, suddenly felt a pain in his gut. The next second, he changed into a small pink piglet. ‘Huh? What? Who?’ the little pig, lost in the middle of the busy city, looked around dazedly. “Ah, a pig…” Tian Shi picked up the little lost creature and held it up to his face. Unceremoniously, he separated the pig's legs and giggled. “Oh, you're a boy.” The pig let out a loud squeal. ‘Where are you looking, you absurd!!!’ Not understanding the pig language, the young angel giggled. “I'll call you Little Gold. Let's go home. After you are all grown up, I'll make you into pig trotters~” That is how our protagonist got cursed into a pig and kidnapped by a lunatic love angel.

Living a life of loneliness and self-loathing, Jude has always been on his own. Born into a family that viewed him as an unplanned inconvenience, he’s grown accustomed to being overlooked and walked over. After being unjustly fired from his job, Jude clings to the hope that life will improve... Until one night, something supernatural unravels at the foot of his bed.

In the wake of the cataclysmic apocalypse that devastated humanity, the sudden emergence of the enigmatic and malevolent 'Hollows' posed an unprecedented and dire threat to the surviving population. These mysterious beings, with the unsettling ability to shift into various forms – from ferocious creatures to ethereal specters – added a layer of complexity to the peril faced by the shattered remnants of society. Amidst this escalating danger, a distinct group known as 'Theurgists' rose, harnessing arcane powers rooted in the very essence of nature. Shrouded in mystery, Theurgists emerged as the last line of defense against the encroaching Hollow threat, their abilities offering a glimmer of hope in the face of overwhelming darkness. Under the guidance of the global authority, the Omni, a sweeping initiative was launched to combat the Hollow menace. The formation of the Ark Knights, an elite cohort of Theurgist champions, signaled a critical turning point in the ongoing struggle for survival. Tasked with stemming the Hollow incursion and preserving humanity's dominion, the Ark Knights embarked on a hazardous quest to secure a future free from the specter of annihilation. Forced by circumstances beyond his control, Kandril found himself thrust into the heart of this tumultuous conflict, compelled by familial duties to embrace his destined role as a Theurgist in the relentless battle against the encroaching forces of oblivion.

In the Kingdom of Cavalon, ruled by lycanthropes empowered by the moon, King Valen Nightshade faces the threat of war with the human-ruled Sora Dynasty, suspected of wielding destructive magic. Despite advisers urging caution, Valen’s pride drives him to prepare for battle, dismissing negotiation as weakness. As conflict erupts, Valen is forced into decisions that prioritize Cavalon's survival, unknowingly setting himself on a path to becoming a feared tyrant. In the coming darkness, foretold by an eclipse, both Cavalon and Valen undergo a haunting transformation, as his once-noble heart succumbs to shadow.