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“You know, I’ve met death. Rather polite, actually. But it doesn’t knock, just lets himself in.” Life. That fleeting flicker between two eternities of silence. People spend it chasing things—money, love, validation, a good seat on the train. They build empires of paper, relationships of glass, and sleep each night under the illusion that tomorrow has been promised. But it hasn’t. It never was. Death doesn’t discriminate. It doesn’t care if you’re a king or a child. It arrives like an old friend, or a thief, or worse—like something you invited in. And yet… every now and then, the universe hiccups. A soul slips through. A crack opens. A second life is born—not as a reward, no, but as a test. Because what could be more dangerous than a man who's seen how the story ends—and comes back knowing exactly what not to do? But here’s the rub: a second chance is not a reset. It’s a curse with velvet gloves. You remember the pain, the loss, the betrayal—and worst of all, the choices you didn’t make. So when someone tells you this is just a story about life and death, smile politely. In many cases—in most cases—you’ll hear stories of heroes rising from the ashes, grateful for their second breath. However… in my case? I wanted to be the villain. To see a different end to this story. People say a person’s nature is hard to change. That deep down, we are who we are. But I changed... simply because I was curious. --------------- Join the discord server. https://discord.gg/BaP4c8b8Vq

In the fractured realm of Aetherfall, the world teeters on the edge of rebirth or ruin. Ancient spirits stir. Kingdoms bleed. And five souls stand at the heart of it all—each bound by a past they did not choose, and a future they were never promised. Ezekiel Rhea never asked to be cast into this world. Still in his own body, still carrying the weight of who he was, he must navigate a land of spirits, prophecy, and war—where a silent bond with a primordial force begins to unravel not only fate, but himself. Luna Gadriel, born of mortal flesh and celestial blood, is destined for greatness. But divinity comes with a cost, and as war spreads, she must decide if she will become a savior—or another weapon forged by the will of others. Vanessa Van Vokhsina, the fallen vampire princess of a lost kingdom, wanders a world that has no place for her. Hunted, cursed, and alone, she seeks more than vengeance: she seeks a reason to keep living. Hanzel Gelliremo, the child of prophecy, was born to end the War of Times… or begin it anew. Torn between monstrous destinies, his every step risks tipping the balance between hope and extinction. Bartholomeow Tanchiniban, a soldier sworn to the Kingdom of Peace, watches as the ideals he’s sworn to uphold rot from the inside. Plagued by guilt, yet too afraid to resist, his path ends in the hands of the very person who forces him to question everything. Their fates collide across a war-torn land of gods and monsters, where spirit contracts, cursed bloodlines, and forgotten truths weave a tale of rebellion, redemption, and ruin. Not all of them will survive. Not all of them are meant to. But all of them will burn their mark into history.

The Tower is a prison. Its prisoner is a dying god. And the sickness that killed it is beginning to leak. Erik Thorne is an accident, a soul from another world, an Anomaly that unravels everything he touches. His friends, the only family he has ever known, are becoming living weapons, twisted by his very existence. To save them, he must lead them into the Tower: a sentient, broken machine that knows him, and responds with hostile, unpredictable logic. Within its walls, truth is a lie and history is more real than the stones beneath their feet. As they climb, they uncover a war older than any kingdom, a war against the endless, silent void waiting at the end of all stories. To save the world, Erik must find a weapon; to save his friends, he must find a cure for himself. But what if the only cure is to be unwritten?

Samiel, seorang remaja berusia 17 tahun, dikenal sejak kecil sebagai penulis jenius. Di usia 12 tahun, ia telah memenangkan penghargaan nasional atas naskah novelnya. Namun seiring berjalannya waktu, karya-karyanya mulai kehilangan perhatian. Penjualannya turun drastis hingga 80 persen, membuat Samiel terpuruk dalam kesepian dan kehilangan semangat untuk menulis. Suatu malam, saat menghabiskan waktu sendirian di kamar, ia menemukan sebuah buku misterius yang tidak pernah ia lihat sebelumnya. Judulnya: Book Adventure. Samiel mulai membacanya tanpa tahu dari mana asal buku itu. Ia membaca sepanjang malam, terhanyut dalam isi ceritanya yang sangat panjang, terdiri dari 5689 halaman. Namun sebuah keanehan terjadi. Di tengah buku, Samiel menemukan satu halaman kosong dengan tulisan besar: End. Karena penasaran, ia menyentuh tulisan itu. Tiba-tiba tubuhnya menghilang, dan ia terserap masuk ke dalam dunia buku tersebut. Di dalam sana, Samiel menjadi karakter utama dari cerita yang belum pernah ia tulis. Dunia di dalam buku itu penuh teka-teki, makhluk asing, dan konflik aneh yang seakan mencerminkan isi pikirannya sendiri. Untuk keluar, Samiel harus menyelesaikan petualangan yang tidak ia mulai. Ia harus menemukan arti dari kata End yang muncul di tengah, bukan di akhir.

Saito Anzhong one day was in a military meeting when the next thing he knew, he was being stabbed like Julius Ceaser. Right before he took his final breath, he woke up in a cave, in someone else's body! Soon after, he realizes that he woke up in the body of Lev Griffins, who is a minor villain in the novel, "How to Kill Demons Without Dying." Unfortunately for him, Lev is someone who the protagonist absolutely hates. The protagonist ends up killing him for almost achieving his long awaited revenge and for deciving him. But there is one thing good going for him, he transmigrated before Lev had met the Protagonist. Wanting to not get involved in any major plot events involving the protagonist or the main villain, the demon king, he tries his best to avoid any of the main characters at all cost. Unfortunately though, he has pursuers, who are out for his heart. =============================================== I apologize if i get anything wrong when talking about something that is in real life as well, because this is the first thing that i have officially written and posted on any form of a platform. Oh, it will also sometimes be changing from 1st person to 3rd person in the chapters i just thought it would make more sense in those different forms of writing. Also i promise the story is much better then the synopsis. I SWEAR I DIDN'T MAKE THAT THE NAME OF THE MCs HOME ON PURPOSE, I just realized to late, as in 40 chapters late. My bad Average word/chapter = 2.2k #LGBT+ #FANTASY #SCIENCE-FICTION #OVERPOWERED #SLIGHT-COMEDY #SLIGHT-ROMANCE #MYSTERY #SLIGHT-HORROR #HAREM

On the forgotten world of Baedakar, life is a daily struggle against stone, scarcity, and the invisible hand of oppression. The villagers toil in the shadow of a galaxy that has left them behind, their every attempt at progress quietly sabotaged by forces they cannot see. While most accept the world as it is, a few begin to notice the patterns the subtle failures, the stifled ambitions, the sense that something, or someone, is holding them back. When a wandering outsider arrives, bringing rare knowledge and a hunger for lost truths, a small group of villagers is drawn together by curiosity, loyalty, and the quiet ache for something more. Their search for answers leads them deep beneath Baedakar’s surface, where they uncover evidence of deliberate sabotage and a hidden network of surveillance. The truth is more unsettling than they imagined their world is a mask, its people pawns in a greater game orchestrated by shadows. As the group races to expose the conspiracy, they must decide whom to trust and how far to go for the hope of freedom. Their journey will test the bonds of friendship and the limits of courage, as they risk everything to carry the truth beyond Baedakar’s walls. But the Council’s reach is long, and the galaxy’s indifference is deep. The first spark of rebellion is lit, and the fate of many may rest on the choices of a few who dare to question the darkness.

this is the story of a young boy who went from serving detention to killing magical beasts, enjoy Noah's adventure as he survives the danger of this new world

A giant tree popped up in the middle of the Atlantic ocean covering the world in a strange new radiation and because of it, people began to change. First, there are the Chosen. These super humans have only slight physical changes and yet can manifest amazing elemental powers. Next, you have the Infected. These humans have experienced large scale body changes which range from animal adaptations to simply grotesque body decomposition. Most are still normal and sane humans who attempt to adapt to life while being shunned by others. There are some however that have grown deranged and think themselves the rulers of the world. Our MC lives a somewhat lonely life while sometimes being accompanied by his rather senile yet kind grandfather. He has no idea where his parents went after they dropped him off a few years ago, so he has no choice but to stay here. He lives by the idea that he should just be air and not be noticed in the slightest. All of this goes ok until things start changing and Laz starts getting dragged around in many different directions. Welcome to a story of Gods, evolution, love, adult situations and basically bringing a bit of eastern fantasy to western civilization. Hope you enjoy the ride.

On the 29th Festival Day, eight children were born - not to prophecy, but to freedom. Their birth shook kings, gods, and demons alike. Scattered across the world, raised in secret, each carries a forgotten legacy - and a power strong enough to break fate itself. No prophecy. No destiny. Only will.

The year is 2361. Humanity has conquered disease, defied death, and resurrected the past—but not even its brightest minds can explain the strange pulse beneath reality. Caelan Ravenwell sees things no one else does: whispers in his dreams, eyes in the dark, and a world that doesn’t belong to Earth. When he and his twin sister, Claire, receive living “gifts” that defy all science, their lives spiral out of control. Their father, the brilliant and grieving Jack Ravenwell, has secrets buried beneath layers of ambition… and some of them are clawing their way free. Then the Rift opens. Torn from their world, the Ravenwells are cast into **Drakhelm**—a brutal realm of dragons, bloodlines, and war. Here, dragons are more than beasts; they are legacy, power, and death. Taming one grants status beyond kings—but most who try are devoured. Claire bonds with a monster. Caelan with something far worse. What they’ve brought with them from Earth was never meant to be tamed. Bound by blood, hunted by fate, and haunted by a love lost to time, the Ravenwells must survive a world where the strong rule, the weak vanish, and the sky itself has fangs. *A tale of wonder and ruin, memory and monsters. Welcome to Drakhelm.* --- If you like fantasy with Dragons you will like this, if you like Dinosaurs you will also like this. If you love both then welcome to my story!

[PARTS 100/100 PUBLISHED] [PARTS 94/100 REVISED AND EDITED] ⭐ Ranked #1 on Wattpad for "Cosmic Horror" and "Thought-provoking" Categories ⭐ Artwork for this novel is available on the Official DeviantArt Page here: https://www.deviantart.com/aizarikijaz ~ "EXISTENTIAL WOES", a song composed for this book and intended to be used for the trailer once its finished, is available on Spotify and Apple Music here: https://open.spotify.com/album/7ca13sfaeFENraFqAMNR1i?si=w612hymRSK2fC1xhFc146g https://music.apple.com/us/album/existential-woes-ep/1779593223 ~ The Official Instagram Page for "The Book of Abbadon" can be visited here: https://www.instagram.com/bookofabbadon/profilecard/?igsh=M2NyYnRuZm9iOHE= ... ⚠️ CONTENT WARNING ⚠️ This story is targeted towards young adults and it contains Mature Content such as: - Vulgar Language - Graphic Depictions of Violence and Gore - Graphic Depictions of Sex and Nudity - Potentially Offensive Religious Themes You must be at least 18 years or older in order to read this story, and by reading it, you do so at your own risk. Reader's discretion is advised.

Seo Joon along with everyone else aged 15-30 are being forced to fight in monthly death games. As the population dwindles each "player" continues to grow in strength. Seo Joon, having a seemingly useless skill begins to feel hopeless in his survival until...

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In a world where encounters with individuals from diverse backgrounds are common, we frequently encounter people who initially fail to garner our admiration. However, as we delve deeper into their lives and gain insight into their true selves, our opinions can undergo a transformative shift. Enter Zohan, a man of unconventional and unwavering principles that often make it arduous to establish a connection. Yet, as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery and nurtures his intellect, his evolution gradually brings him closer to the hearts of readers. While the story unfurls against a backdrop of fantastical elements, its purpose transcends mere captivation. Instead, it endeavors to liberate readers from the constraints of these very fantasies, offering a fresh perspective on life and its multifaceted dimensions.

After they gave her an enernity of loyalty she the Beginning of all Concepts Gave her Children a life away from the chains that held her to forge their own DESTINY Now begins the Tales of the children of *** FAIR WARNING I WILL BE FORCACISSING ON LEON so it's more like the Tales of the child of *** but the other one will make an entrance soon (Also I don't use wifi so I will update when I get some data bundles but when I don't have it I will type the chapters in advance.) REALESE WILL BE 3 CHAPTERS A WEEK AND I I OFFLINE I WILL GIVE YOU THE REST WHEN I ONLINE

Rin walks a world that rejects him—its sky too quiet, its people too distant, and his own shadow unfamiliar. He doesn't know why. He only knows this: things break around him. People forget him. Time slips strangely through his fingers. He should’ve vanished long ago. But something keeps dragging him forward. In a land of war, sorcery, and ancient silence, Rin doesn’t seek glory. He barely seeks survival. Yet even the gods seem to watch him too closely… or not at all. This is not a story of a chosen hero. This is the story of someone the world doesn’t understand.

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I deleted the first one, because of my scripting was ass. After reading and watching movies, I decided to redo all my stuff. That's about it, I'm (Redacted) and I'm out.

A white star shines bright in the sky as beams of light take Earth everyone is transported to a new perilous realm.

Crystal’s Light (Crystalverse: Book 1) The world has forgotten how to sing. After a cursed silence swept through the Kronic Kingdom, music vanished, ripped from the air, torn from the soul. The once-golden capital lies in ruins, haunted by memories of harmony and the echo of a final note. But one girl remains. Her name is Crystal, the last to carry a voice, the last to remember the melody of what was lost. Hunted by the fallen composer Maestro Nocturne, Crystal flees into the shadows of forgotten realms, her only weapon a voice she dares not use. When a single song escapes her lips, it stirs a world left for dead. Ancient marionettes awaken. Sealed memories burn. And spectral enemies rise from silence itself. Now Crystal must journey across a fractured land, awaken the Ten Seals of Harmony, and reclaim the music that once gave the world its soul, before silence becomes eternal. But deep in the void, something older than silence watches. And it knows her song.

In the far reaches of space, answers are currency—and some truths were buried for a reason. After unearthing fragments of ancient cosmic intelligence—the Hollow Stars—humanity was invited to join the Silver Council, a ruling force of ancient, enigmatic power presiding over a fragile interstellar order of the universe's intelligence species. Their gifts: protection, prosperity, and a place among the stars. Their price: silence, secrecy, and servitude. To maintain this order, the Council tasked its protectors. Enforcers maintain planetary peace. Blades chase lawbreakers across galactic borders and their starlanes. But few ever return the same. Sergeant Pierce Gage, a “Blank” whose mind lacks the spark of humanity, leads the Cloudjumpers—an elite Sword Company unit with a reputation for success and scars to match. His team includes a sharp-tongued Martian engineer, a loyalty-driven AI pilot haunted by human emotion, and soldiers forged in warzones no one talks about anymore. As their missions spiral deeper into the undercurrents of empire, Pierce begins to suspect the Council’s protection may be little more than a gilded cage—and the Hollow Stars might not be dead history, but something still watching. War is coming. Not between species or nations, but between those who know the truth... And those still willing to chase the lie.

In the year 22**, the world is carved between four towering powers — each ruled by steel, satellites, and synthetic control. But beyond their reach lies the wild expanse of Khanor, a vast frontier of wind-blasted grasslands, glacier-capped mountains, and shifting sands — home to the last unregistered people on Earth. The Khanori nomads have survived not through conquest, but through constant movement and sacred memory. Across thirteen tribes, they live by the will of the sky god Tengri, refusing cybernetic control, emotion chips, or AI dominion. They ride biomechanical steeds, wield heartbeat-forged blades, and shelter in high-tech yurts veiled from detection. But something ancient stirs. When a minor tribe is ambushed by the Zhongyan Authority, seers speak of an old legend: If the thirteen tribes unite, the Great Khan shall rise again — and with him, a storm no empire can contain. Powerful leaders emerge. Warlords rise. And hidden in the steppes, a child of forgotten blood walks the edge between tradition and transformation — unaware that his fate may ignite a war between sky and circuit, soul and system. The sky watches. Tengri waits.

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Deep beyond the village edge lies a forest that breathes secrets and devours silence. The locals call it the Hush — a living wilderness where missing children echo as whispers in the wind. When Rafi, a runaway haunted by family betrayal, stumbles into the hush’s grasp, he discovers he is not alone. There, he meets the braid girl — a fierce, half-wild survivor who knows how to barter with roots and shadows. Together, they forge an uneasy pact to navigate the forest’s cruel mind games, flesh-twisting guardians, and the unseen force that feeds on fear and memory. But the hush is hungry for more than bodies. It wants stories, secrets, and the fragile hearts that carry them. Each step deeper is a step closer to losing themselves — or becoming something not quite human at all. Children of the Hush: Season 1 is a chilling, mythic dark fantasy about lost youth, survival, and the primal terror that lives just beyond the last safe light. If you stray too far, remember: not all whispers are kind.

The Children of Adam and Eve Genre: Literary Fiction / Prehistoric Biblical Fantasy In a prehistoric world ravaged by chaos and cruelty, Adam and Eve flee the violence of early humanity and discover Eden—an untouched paradise, hidden by dense forests and guarded by mountains. There, they raise six children under a single, absolute rule: no outsiders. Any who enter must die. But as Cain, the eldest son, comes of age, he begins to question his father's laws. Dreaming of a more just and civilized society, Cain challenges Adam’s authority. Their ideological war tears the family apart, culminating in Cain's exile beyond Eden's borders. Three years later, Cain returns with a following—men, women, and children seeking refuge. Against his instincts, Adam allows them in. But peace is fragile. Tensions over leadership, trade, and belief begin to fracture the colony. When a failed assassination attempt nearly kills Cain, his siblings Abel and Aclima rise to defend their brother, plunging Eden into civil war. The war leaves Eden broken. To restore unity, Cain sacrifices Abel—casting him as the villain and exiling him into the wilderness. But years later, whispers of a rising army spread. Led by a mysterious warlord known only as Morningstar, the army marches for Eden. And so begins the great war—between the old world and the new, between blood and belief, between the legacy of paradise and the cost of power. The Children of Adam and Eve is a dark, literary epic that reimagines ancient myth through the lens of family, exile, and the burden of building a world from ruin.

When you die from working three jobs everyday on top of going to class, naturally the next thing to do is to rest in peace. So why was it such a different scenario for Isolde Margareth? Attending class in the morning, working as a dishwasher at a diner at noon, and moving boxes all night. Not to mention working at a hotel for an entire day on weekend, Isolde knew nothing in her life but excruciating hardwork and overexhaustion. When her body finally gave in and she collapsed midshift and on to the dirty, unmopped kitchen floor at her job. She, at the very least, had hoped she'd finally find peace in the afterlife. Unfortunately, god had other plans. Waking up in a strange situation, Isolde found herself in an entirely different world she had no clue of whatsoever. Now working as a detective, she found a new passion she had no idea she had a knack for! Unfortunately the overexhaustion part seemed to be a lifelong deal on her soul. As she works on the strange case of House Madeleine, Isolde thought it was just another case of tragedies from rich, noble families taking advantage of their wealth and fame. But as she stuck her nose deeper and deeper into the case, she found more than what she dared to know. What truth will be revealed once she cracks the case of House Madeleine's crazy children? And does she really want to know? The truth may be too heavy to endure.

Christ Donald, once a man burdened by misfortune and regret, never imagined he'd open his eyes in another world. But what seemed like a blessing... will soon unfold as a curse.

The vampires have claimed dominion over humanity. In the Golden Cities, they rule beneath artificial light. In the ruined shadows, humans endure as slaves—forgotten, broken, and fading. Arisha, daughter of an extinct bloodline, lives trapped between two worlds: too human for the vampires, too immortal for the living. Her very existence is a silent act of rebellion in an empire of darkness. Baco, the legendary sun‑walker, carries both resurrection and ruin in every drop of his blood. When their paths cross, prophecy, betrayal, and forbidden desire ignite a chain of events that could bring down the world they know. In a realm where hope is hunted, only the children of the last light can defy fate.