Embers Adrift

Nineteen-year-old Ember’s life is ordinary, defined by college classes, late-night study sessions, and fleeting thoughts of love—until she wakes up in an unfamiliar, dreamlike room. Standing before her is a mysterious gentleman whose piercing eyes seem to know her better than she knows herself. As Ember navigates the line between waking and dreaming, her world begins to unravel, pulling her into a story where love transcends reality itself. With each encounter in this ethereal realm, Ember unravels secrets about the enigmatic man and the startling connection they share. But as the line between her dreams and her waking life blurs, she is forced to confront her deepest fears, uncover her hidden strength, and discover the truth about love, fate, and the power of the human heart. "Beyond the Dreaming" is a captivating tale of romance, mystery, and self-discovery that will sweep you off your feet and leave you questioning the boundaries of reality. Prepare to lose yourself in a love story like no other—a love story born in dreams but destined to change the real world forever.

He fell—or perhaps, he awakened, A soul cast adrift on frostbound tides. He wandered, a seeker, a shadow reborn, Through the shattered dreams of a cruel world's guise. Encounters etched in the tapestry of fate, Adventures carved in peril's stone. The cries of anguish, a symphony of ruin, Tore the veil of innocence he'd once known. With power vast, he could mend the broken, A savior's flame in the darkest night. Yet never did he dream, in all his might, That his own soul longed for the light. In the ruins of hope, he stands unyielding, A titan of strength, a heart concealed. For in saving others, he begins to learn— Even the savior must one day be healed.

Emperor Ian Veroshion, the first noble mage, was betrayed and executed. Cursed to never be reborn, he awakens a century later as the illegitimate son of a disgraced ducal line, destined to be a hostage in a barbaric land. Stripped of his magic and his throne, he must navigate a world vastly different from the one he ruled, facing political machinations and a resurgent monster threat. But the embers of his past life still burn, and Ian will not surrender his legacy. He will reclaim his name, his magic, and perhaps, even his empire.

In the ancient realm of **Zephyros**, where power rules all and the heavens themselves tremble, **Ashen Sky**, a humble blacksmith’s apprentice, has one dream: to forge weapons worthy of the immortal cultivators who dominate the world. But destiny has greater plans for him. When an ancient spirit awakens within his soul, Ashen inherits the **Infernal Forge System**, a mysterious and legendary power that allows him to craft divine weapons capable of shaping history. Overnight, he’s thrust into a brutal world of cutthroat sects, warring clans, and celestial beasts where strength is the only law, and betrayal lurks behind every shadow. Armed with the ability to forge weapons imbued with unimaginable power, Ashen faces trials that will test his limits—and his humanity. As secrets of the Infernal Forge unravel, he uncovers a shocking truth: the system is the key to saving the crumbling heavens... or unleashing their ultimate destruction. Will Ashen rise as a hero, forging a path to immortality? Or will the flames of his forge consume him and all of Zephyros? --- **What to Expect** ✔ A revolutionary cultivation system built around forging legendary weapons. ✔ Epic battles against mythical beasts, rival sects, and ancient foes. ✔ Twists, betrayals, and mysteries that will keep you on the edge of your seat. ✔ A determined underdog rising to dominate the strongest realms. --- **Chapters Updated Daily** - **14 chapters per week** - Chapter length: **1200–1500 words** Ready to witness the rise of a legend who reshapes destiny with fire and steel? **Join Ashen Sky’s journey now!** **Power stones, comments, and your support fuel the flames of this story. Let’s forge a legend together!**

-------------- Ares Halvard Constantine: "Just two words: You are mine, and my mate." Valeska Steel was killed. Ares Halvard, who had imprinted and made Valeska his mate, did not want their love to end tragically by death; he desperately defied fate and took Valeska's corpse across to the Netherworld, using the Forbidden Grimoire portal. As compensation, he left Valeska's soul adrift, thrown into the transmigration Netherworld, and reincarnated in the body of Vienna Beaumont. Ever since Ares Halvard Constantine, the cursed tyrant dragon emperor of Alverton, the ancient ruler of The Dragon Cult, chose her as his fated mate. The toughest second life inside Vienna Beaumont's body awakens the celestial legendary power of The Silver Omnipotence—making Valeska the target of many terrible creatures of darkness who want her death and power. Trapped in an ancient mating that she hardly understands. Valeska has no other choice but to face the never-ending battle and bloody storm of survival. Valeska's life would never be the same again. -------

Mark Pascall is reincarnated as an ember, finding himself in a strange world where gods vie for believers. Discover how Mark arrived, why he was reborn as an ember, and the legends he will forge. Follow Mark's journey to divinity. This is my first novel. English is not my native language, so please bear with me. I aim to enhance my English and writing techniques, so if you have suggestions for improvement or ideas you'd like to see in the novel, do let me know. I aspire to evolve as a writer through this novel, enabling me to complete the longer work I began prior to this one.

#Married #Office Romance Jerica Evans, a devoted wife and clerk at City Hall, feels her world slowly unraveling as the cracks in her once-loving marriage deepen. Her husband, Jared, a high-powered lawyer with a fierce courtroom reputation known as "The Siberian Beast," has grown distant, and his cold demeanor leaves Jerica questioning everything. Once the pillar of her life, Jared now feels like a stranger, more lighthouse than man—steady but unreachable, leaving Jerica adrift in loneliness and suspicion. When she catches him leaving work early with a mysterious woman in a red dress, her world shatters. As she balances her growing suspicion with the suspicious arrival of Harold Braddock, Jerica's former flame, the lines between loyalty, betrayal, and her own desires blur. Her once steady life spirals as her husband’s frosty demeanor and her own emotional wounds collide. As the emotional distance between her and Jared widens, Jerica must decide whether to fight for a love that seems to have slipped away—or walk away from the man who once completed her. What will she decide? What is Jared's secret? Was their marriage truly over? Has she truly stopped loving him? This is a heartstring-pulling journey of love, pride, and the devastating cost of hidden truths and unspoken desires, where one woman must decide if she’ll fight for the man she married or leave him behind to save herself. Please support the book by voting. Leave reviews and tell me what you feel in the comments.

Born into the royal family of the Ember Kingdom, Arian is more than he seems a reincarnated soul carrying memories of a distant, ordinary life. In a world ruled by ancient magic and political intrigue, he discovers the Codex of Eternity, a relic of immense power tied to a prophecy about a forgotten prince destined to rise. Will Arian can navigate through betrayal, uncover ancient secrets, and prepare for the battle that will decide the fate of the realms. Will Arian rise to claim the Ember Throne, or will the shadows of the past consume him? Welcome to the rise of the Ember Throne.

Five hundred years after his death, Orion awakens in the aristocratic Reyes family—one of the five ruling houses of the Petrosyan Confederacy. Armed with knowledge from another life, he must carve his own path in a world shaped by power, technology, and ruthless ambition. On a mission to Cerros-7, in the heart of a bustling market, a woman draped in tattered veils appears before him, her ember-like eyes burning with eerie intensity. With a grip as cold as death, she seizes his hand and whispers a prophecy that sends a chill down his spine: "The sky must fall for your star to rise, A veil of despair shrouds crimson skies. Through ash and ember, your brilliance softly flies, A light reborn where endless darkness lies." As he navigates treacherous politics, genetic evolution, and a destiny far greater than himself, Orion must uncover the truth, before the prophecy becomes his undoing. Tags: [Reincarnation | Fantasy | Superpowers | Survival | System | Genes | Evolution] Schedule: [12 chapters/week] Chapter Length: [1200-1400 words]

In the realms above, supernatural beings of unfathomable magnificence exist, far beyond mortal comprehension. These divinities wield unimaginable power, capable of obliterating worlds with a mere breath. However, what unfolds when these gods meet their demise? Set in a remote corner of the vast universe, long after the apocalyptic Thousand Millennium War of the Heavenly Beasts and Deities, this tale delves into a forgotten world. Here, the ashes of fallen gods descend upon an insignificant pebble, adrift amidst the cosmic tapestry of space and time. Their impact alters the life of a proud young man, who embraces the abrupt changes thrust upon his world. Refusing to yield to the clutches of fate and karma, he dares to defy the heavens themselves. Will he triumph over an insurmountable destiny, or succumb to fate like gods of unimaginable might did before him? The dreams of a deceased deity and the fate of a dying world hang precariously, hinged upon the future of this young man. He treads upon an endless bridge, forged from the corpses of the fallen. Unlock this epic saga of death, sorrow, war, blood, love, vengeance, and triumph with your own eyes. *** You can also reach out to: Discord:https://discord.com/invite/QQ3vybav Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/invites/contact/?i=9xjl0tq1cs3e&utm_content=qx5nrdu

From the universe of Shadow and Blood (A Brazilian Novel). Lan Fengxian's eyes fell upon Liu Weishan with an overwhelming intensity — so deep, so enigmatic — that the young Jinlan Shuiyi felt the weight of that gaze in his soul. Rebirth was supposed to be a second chance, but for Liu Weishan, it became an irrevocable sentence. Since the age of fourteen, his life has belonged to the heavens, which shaped him with an iron fist, molding him into the prestigious yet suffocating title of Celestial Officer — the God of Water, Jinlan Shuiyi. Serving the heavens was not an honor; it was a prison disguised as destiny. Now, he receives his first mission — to retrieve an ancient artifact, whose scattered fragments across the world threaten to unravel the fragile harmony between the celestial and mortal realms. But what should have been a straightforward task soon turns into a deadly game of twisted truths and masked betrayals. At the heart of this chaos stands Lan Fengxian — a fallen Celestial Officer, shrouded in scars and secrets that burn like embers beneath the snow. The line between duty and desire begins to blur, and Liu Weishan starts to question everything he once held sacred. As ancient shadows awaken and dark forces stretch their claws, he must decide whether to follow the path imposed upon him or dare to write his own story — free from the chains of the celestial officers — even if it means defying the gods... or losing himself to Lan Fengxian. In the end, it is not merely about reclaiming a lost artifact. It is about what Liu Weishan is willing to sacrifice. His duty? His faith? Or the last fragment of his heart that still dares to believe? Sinopse em português: Do universo de Sombra e Sangue. Os olhos de Lan Fengxian pousaram sobre Liu Weishan com uma intensidade avassaladora — tão profunda, tão enigmática — que o jovem Jinlan Shuiyi sentiu o peso daquele olhar em sua alma. Renascer deveria ser uma segunda chance, mas para Liu Weishan, foi uma sentença irrevogável. Desde os quatorze anos, sua vida pertence aos céus, que o moldou com punho de ferro até erguê-lo ao prestigiado, e ao mesmo tempo sufocante, título de Oficial Celestial, o Deus da Água Jinlan Shuiyi. Servir aos céus acabou não sendo uma honra; mas uma prisão disfarçada de destino. Agora, ele recebe sua primeira missão — encontrar um artefato antigo, cujos fragmentos espalhados pelo mundo ameaçam desmoronar a frágil harmonia entre os reinos celeste e mortal. Mas a jornada que deveria ser simples se torna um jogo mortal de verdades distorcidas e traições mascaradas. E no centro desse caos está Lan Fengxian — um ex-Oficial Celestial caído em desgraça, envolto em cicatrizes e segredos que queimam como brasas sob a neve. Toda a linha entre o dever e o desejo se desfaz, e Liu Weishan começa a questionar tudo o que um dia considerou sagrado. Enquanto sombras ancestrais despertam e forças obscuras estendem suas garras, ele precisa decidir se seguirá o caminho que lhe foi imposto ou se ousará escrever sua própria história sem as amarras dos oficiais do céu — ainda que isso signifique enfrentar os deuses... ou se perder em Lan Fengxian. No fim, não se trata apenas de recuperar um artefato perdido. Trata-se do que Liu Weishan está disposto a sacrificar. Seu dever? Sua fé? Ou o último fragmento de seu coração que ainda ousa acreditar?

In the vibrant cities of Los Angeles, California. Ivana Smith, a confident and adventurous entrepreneur, finds herself entangled in a web of forbidden love and second chances. Ivana's life takes a dramatic turn when she crosses paths with Keal Vanderbilt, the enigmatic CEO of Vanderbilt Industries. Their attraction is undeniable, but their past traumas threaten to tear them apart. As Ivana navigates her feelings for Keal, she must confront her own demons and the possessive obsession of her ex-boyfriend, Leo. Meanwhile, Keal's mysterious past and complicated relationships, including his obsessive girlfriend Sofia, only add to the complexity. Amidst the turmoil, Ivana finds solace in her supportive network of friends and family, including her best friend Beatrice, who discovers her own romance with Elias, Keal's introverted friend. As tensions rise and secrets unfold, Ivana and Keal must confront the embers of their passion and decide if their love is worth fighting for. Will they find a way to overcome their differences and past hurts, or will their love remain a forbidden flame?

Time itself unravels, its threads twisting into a disorienting knot around a young man. The mundane rhythms of his life become a haunting refrain, each day a ghostly reflection of the last. He is adrift in a sea of fragmented memories and unspoken tensions, searching for a way out of the deepening twilight of his own fractured reality. This is a story of shadows and secrets, where the past refuses to let go and the future remains shrouded in an unsettling mystery. i will be posting this story in royalroad.com soon as possible. i change the title a little bit, "nameless side Character"

100 years after the world was ravaged by the appearance of void-born. Monsters born from a malevolent energy corrupting any form of life, hope is a fragile ember. Living in a world suffocated by tyrannical rulers, corrupt protectors, and monsters akin to the worst of your nightmares. Mathew, a slum dweller carries a burden he neither chose nor understands. When his mother is murdered before his eyes, Mathew is thrust into the world of Heralds. Forced to confront the realities of his world and unravel truths buried in blood and shadow, he is joined by unlikely allies. Mathew must navigate a world where trust is as deadly as betrayal and power is law. As he delves deeper into the truth of The Codex, he must decide whether to embrace the darkness within, become its victim or imprint his will. But even as they fight for survival, a darker truth begins to emerge: the reality of existence itself becomes a question. In a land where the lines between human and monster blur, can Mayhew rise above—or will he become the very thing he sought to destroy? ___________________________________ {Warning: The beginning of this web novel has a little bit of a slow start.}

In a world unraveling under the weight of forgotten wars and dying gods, Ashen Dain embarks on a perilous journey that could shape the future of all existence. A man driven by the unyielding thirst for immortality, Dain has long abandoned the constraints of human emotion and morality. He seeks the Ember of Eternity—a mysterious and ancient force that holds the promise of eternal life and ultimate power. To Dain, the pursuit of immortality is the only way to escape the cruel grip of mortality that shackles him, and he will stop at nothing to achieve it. The Ember of Eternity, however, is not easily attained. Its resting place lies within the heart of the Cinderfrost Cavern, a labyrinth of fire and ice where few have ventured and even fewer have returned. Legends say the Ember grants not just eternal life, but god-like power, and yet its power is bound to a devastating price—one that has shattered the lives of those who have sought it before. Along his journey, Dain encounters those whose lives have been irrevocably altered by the very forces he seeks to control. Soren Arinthal, a once-great sage twisted by his own failure to master the Ember, warns Dain of the cost that awaits him. Kaelen Vireth, a fallen hero seeking redemption, sees Dain as both a reflection of his past mistakes and a threat to the fragile world he still hopes to save. Meanwhile, Lyra Solen, a powerful sorceress with ties to an ancient order, becomes an unwilling ally, determined to stop Dain from unleashing the Ember’s destructive potential. As Dain moves closer to the Ember, he crosses paths with Raxos Daerith, a rival king who would do anything to claim the power for himself. The world is already on the brink of chaos, and Dain’s quest threatens to tip the balance entirely. With each step toward his goal, Dain finds himself entangled in a web of betrayal, power struggles, and ancient secrets that force him to confront not only his pursuit of immortality, but the darkness within his own soul. Guided by the cryptic warnings of Elyndra, the Oracle of Flame, Dain is forced to question the very nature of his quest. Is immortality truly worth the cost? As he draws closer to the Ember, he discovers that the price of eternal life is not just the sacrifice of his humanity, but the destruction of everything he holds dear. The path to eternity may be lined with the ashes of his own soul. The Ember of Eternity is a sweeping fantasy epic that explores themes of power, sacrifice, and the inherent cost of seeking immortality. It is a tale of ambition gone awry, where the pursuit of god-like power forces its seekers to confront the limits of their humanity, and where the question of what makes life worth living is answered only in the flames of destruction.

The World of Ephesus. A vast world plagued by Breaches containing countless Beasts of Corruption. A World on the brink of ruin as the Four Human Lineages defend the last bastions of Humanity! With the power of Gem Masters standing against the Beasts of Corruption, the flames of Humanity seek to burn ever brighter. In such a world, in the Mortal Branch of the Asmodeus Bloodline, Alexander awakens a Gem Socket that others consider defective. A Variant Gem Socket. Looked down upon by those who do not understand it, this supposed defect may just be the solution that the burning embers of humanity were waiting for. Follow Alexander as he entirely warps the perception of what a Gem Master is- as he embarks on a journey to become...The Empyreal Gem Master!

Imprisoned for crimes he cannot recall, David has lost all hope, his soul weighed down by the absence of both memory and meaning. Blinded by staying years in his prison, yet in the depths of his heart, a silent yearning for redemption flickered—an ember refusing to die. This longing draws the attention of a mysterious, enigmatic force known only as The Designer. [ INITIALIZING ] [ YOU HAVE SUCCESSFULLY LOGGED INTO THE SYSTEM ] This enigmatic force offers David only two choices: either to gather mysterious GLASS SHARDS on its behalf or to suffer instant death. [ INFO ▸ QUEST ▾ INVENTORY ▸ SHOP ▸ ] MAIN QUEST ▫ Collect All Glass Shards Chosen by this arcane entity, David is given a chance at redemption, but it comes with a price. He must traverse the treacherous expanse of the Rift, a shadowy realm where reality bends, and the past and future blur. Here, David will confront the dark secrets of his forgotten sins, piecing together the fragments of his shattered past. Along the way, he must face the trials set forth by The Designer, each one pushing him to the limits of his resolve. To redeem himself, David must not only uncover the truth of his former self but also decide if he has the strength to overcome the guilt and pain that await him. His path is uncertain, and failure will mean more than just his soul—it will plunge both his future and the fate of the Rift into chaos.

Roman Eldred, the heir to a renowned noble family, was set to marry his beloved fiancée when everything changed in an instant. On the eve of his wedding, he was mysteriously transmigrated to another world, only to find himself cast adrift as an orphan in a realm filled with magic and cultivation. Now living as Leonard, he vows to master this foreign power and find a way back to the life he lost. Driven by the desire to reclaim his stolen fate and reunite with his beloved, he is willing to do anything—no matter the cost. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I will try to write a new chapter regularly with each chapter containing around 1000 to 1400 words though I sometimes may write more a chapter. I still consider myself a novice in writing so if you spot any mistakes please tell me as I am always striving to improve. slow paced start also going to be posted on royal road by the username novelreader1234

Life in the Ember Pack seemed ordinary—until Annatoria, the Luna, was accused of infidelity by her husband, the Alpha. Infidelity was the last thing Anna would ever consider, even in a failing marriage. Yet there she stood, publicly shamed and branded a whore. A cruel setup led to her rejection and banishment, leaving her broken and alone. For three long years, Anna struggled to survive, enduring hardship after hardship. But with the help of Alpha Asher—a close friend who secretly harbored feelings for her—she rose from the ashes. Now, as a powerful Alpha in her own right, she’s the talk of the shifter world. On the day she returns to the Ember Pack to reclaim her son, fate strikes once again. As she nears the pack gates, a deep, familiar growl sends shivers down her spine. “You’re my mate.” Her wolf stirred. “What is that scent?” A mate? How did the “banished” Annatoria gain the power to walk into the pack unchallenged? And who is the wolf claiming her as his?

In a world where gods rule the skies and mortals suffer below, one maiden's defiance will ignite a war between realms-and hearts. Serena Arcane never asked to be chosen. Marked as one of six maidens sent to the fearful Sky Kingdom to wed its prince, she only wanted to protect her family from the wrath of the supernatural beings who see humans as pawns. But the moment she steps into their shimmering, dangerous world, it becomes clear the Sky Kingdom is not what it seems-and neither is its feared ruler, the Dark King Zade. Whispers of a deadly prophecy surround Serena, murmurs that she alone holds the power to unravel centuries of suffering. Yet her greatest threat-and temptation-lies in the golden-eyed king whose icy exterior conceals secrets darker than the abyss. He rules with cruelty, yet something about her stirs the embers of a long-extinguished fire within him. As tensions rise between mortal and god, Serena must navigate a court full of deceit, rivalries, and betrayals. Bound by fate but divided by hatred, she and Zade are forced into a dangerous dance where every step could mean their undoing-or the salvation of worlds. She vows to resist him. He swears to break her. But when a love this fierce burns, will it destroy them both? Bound to the Dark king is an intense high fantasy romance story packed with action, suspense and the thrill that will keep you glued till the very end. This is a standalone.

This red dragon came from the vast wilderness, coveting all the powers of the world. He has held countless titles: Mountain Fury, Purgatorial Calamity, Red Emperor, Ember Dragon… The world trembles under the shadow of the great dragon. He ignited the surge of the magical industrial revolution. In the empire he established, wyverns roar, cannon fire resounds, steel behemoths appear in the sky and on the earth, and disasters from other worlds run rampant. “Submit, or die.” Cassius spread his sky-shading wings, looking down upon the trembling humans, elves, and dwarves beneath him, and spoke thus. ……… A story of a red dragon with a built-in player template conquering, ruling, and transforming another world. (Pseudo D&D, Fourth Catastrophe, Red Dragon)

When Aadi, a young man, searches for two people who are precious to him, his efforts land him in an unexpected place with an unrelenting foe, whose blows shatter the earth and rend boulders asunder. Their conflict sparks a partnership for the ages and spurs Aadi on an adventure that he wouldn't have imagined possible. --- Disclosure: Free chapters of this novel by Windus Andar will be published on several platforms: Wattpad, Royal Road, Scribble Hub, and WebNovel. These free chapters will also be published on Angel Grove Studio's website. Premium chapters will be available on Windus Andar's Patreon page. After the novel is completed, it will be published on Amazon and Smashwords and its affiliates.

‘All it took was getting caught in breaking the rules.’ She was the delinquent student. He was the priest who owned a black cat, and theirs was a union forged from the embers of hell. —— “Somebody is getting curious,” the first girl said. “It wouldn’t be the first time,” a man’s voice replied. “Shake the curiosity off her.” “Is it who I think it is?” An older woman questioned. The first girl nodded. “We’re not practically close, but it looks like she has a leverage.” “I told you all to be on the low,” a stern man’s voice interrupted. “We cannot stir things up now when there’s a recent death! Are you forgetting that there’s a new inclusion to the priests? Not one, not two, but three for goodness sake!” A hush fell amongst them, the man’s anger reverberating. “We’ve been on the low, I’m making sure of that,” the older woman said. “What leverage do you think she has?” The first man asked. The girl exhaled. “Didn’t say, but she kept asking questions.” “Do something about it,” the harsh man said, “or you know, it’s everyday students fall off the staircase, and it’s not hard to call it suicide.” —— When Ivie touched people, she could see excerpts from their past or their future, when Ivie touched Father Chibuike, she only saw darkness. Together they would fight the shadows of death that made the students of St. Stephen Immaculate college commit suicide. She could have escaped her twisted fate, but she agreed to hold the priest’s secret, and soon she told him hers!

Leo is reborn in the Spirit Realm as the Young Master of the Ember Clan. What will happen when he discovers that the world he has entered is one where strength is supreme, where strength is everything, and where the weak have no place? Will Leo be able to survive in this world, or will he meet his end? [ https://www.patreon.com/Asharayzar?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator ]

Chase is born of no house or family to speak of, except for a sickly father, and his mother who vanished the day he was born, however years after the birth of Chase, his father still often speaks of her as if she was a true goddess. One day the story will begin, when Chase finds himself waking to the smell of embers, the screams of agony, and the beginning of chaos. For on that day, a Boy was Born...

As fire rains from the sky and the world collapses around him, Kain rushes to find his brother Danté—only to discover him lying lifeless in a pool of blood. Before Kain can process the horror, a masked intruder emerges, delivering a fatal blow that leaves Kain dying and the world crumbling into chaos. But when Kain opens his eyes, he’s somewhere else entirely—alive, unscathed, and in a strange new world far removed from the fiery destruction he left behind. Struggling to understand his new reality, Kain stumbles upon a mysterious town and crosses paths with Elara, a powerful young woman with a dark legacy. Their meeting seems fated, but what secrets lie in this unfamiliar land? And could the answers Kain seeks about his brother and his own survival be tied to Elara’s hidden past?

In a realm of mortals, a monster stirred into existence. Initially adrift in purpose, the creature resolved to guard its progenitors, the girl who came before, he intended to defend and protect all of them. As times unfolded, the monster adeptly concealed itself behind the visage of a mortal, humanoid in nature, he easily donned the guise, the mask of a human being. Yet, fear not, for the tale did not conclude there. A young man's agonized wail pierced the nocturnal silence, a lament for all he lost, for all he wished to protect, challenging the heavenly realms and defying the very essence of existence. In his rebellion, the world recoiled, deeming him unworthy of breath, a rejection that ushered his drowning into oblivion. Amidst the struggle for survival, an otherworldly entity took notice. "Perhaps…? Let's test the fortitude of his will!" As the youth teetered on the brink of unconsciousness, a voice resonated in his mind. [Notice: Legendary Skill Reincarnation Acquired!] [Reincarnation has been activated!] ... In a cosmos where gods, devils, humans, myths, and dreams converge into reality, the monster finds rebirth. Yet, navigating this new existence proved arduous, for the world demanded a toll for every breath he took and every moment of joy in it. And such a toll… it will be paid with his life once more. Will the human-masked monster triumph… Or will he fall just like a hundred times before? Let me see an end to it, but now… will you join me, Mortal!? ----------------------------------- Chapter Length: 1700-2400 words. The Mc is a kind of psychopath who wore a mask throughout his life, but I would not easily condemn him as neither good nor evil. (And before you ask. Yes, the MC is kind of a yandere as well.) There will be a harem, but much later or until I start liking another girl character. There is some dark stuff, be it burning flesh, dissecting, blood, extreme agony... Or whatever else, I just want to say if you don't like it be prepared that they are not uncommon here since the MC will show the monster everyone told him to be. A question that arose... When does someone become a monster, do you know? I don't know the specifics either, let's find out... That's it have a nice read, my fellow humans. ;)

Terra II, a world divided into seven vast 'plates', where endless deserts and ominous black zones carve through the land. It is a place haunted by horrors from beyond existence and nightmares birthed from within. 1635 of the Common Era, an age where the very idea of happiness has been left behind. Here, no story begins with joy, and none end with peace. One mistake—a wrong word, a fleeting gesture—can seal your fate before you even realize it. At the heart of this desolate world is Seraniti Desdemona, a woman whose life has been defined by loss. Her parents, ones she knew little of, were replaced by strangers in the aftermath of tragedy—only to die again, only to be taken care of by 'Elk' leaving her adrift in a cruel and indifferent world. Each day is a test of endurance, battling the Mengaðr that wander the land she walks upon, and the 'visitors' who cross through the 'door', only to die by their own foolishness. In a world so unrelenting, where trust is a fragile illusion and loyalty is a fleeting dream, how long can one endure before breaking? Seraniti fights not because she wants to, but because there is no other choice. Every decision she makes chips away at what remains of her conscious, yet the alternative is worse: surrendering to the darkness that threatens to consume her and everything she holds dear. Terra II offers no promises, only pain—but even in the face of an inevitable end, Seraniti stands, battered and unyielding, daring to face the horrors and make her choice, if only to survive one more day. ----------------------- Don't like strong strong language and all that jazz, THIS AINT FOR YOU!

Fiona, a young gamer from a poor family in Latin America, dreams of winning the world championship of the game Embers of a Wish. Her goal is to provide a better future for her daughter, despite her own poor background, social discrepancies, and invisibility to the world. She is determined to reach a happily ever after exclusive for her daughter, even if it means sacrificing her own and filling the role of a star of destiny. Fiona faces many challenges, including government corruption and the trials of being poor. However, she trains hard and competes in tournaments, all while struggling to make ends meet and survive in a corrupt society. Tianyu Star - Guardian Battle Angel © 2003 by Skyknight Beoulve is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0