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Metaphor Refantasia

Edinburgh

"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Similarly, a tale of a thousand chapters begins with a single word." These metaphors become literal for the young Water God; Eden Connor. The eleven-year-old spends his days working at the Moonlit- I mean, "Moonlight Storefront" peddling magical items to the common folk of Erith, the capital city of the nation of Ester. Not only that but he also oogles his co-worker, a stunning cannibal who's four years older than him, Reiya. One day though, he receives a cryptic letter from a mysterious sender named Eren Darksoken who seems to know more about the boy than he knows himself. One such instance is proved when Eren reveals a crucial piece of information; that Eden's biological mother is still alive. Eden initially ignores the letter, choosing instead to focus on his daily life and crush. However he is forced to take the letter seriously when a disastrous event takes place in Erith, the one responsible later reveals that they know where Eren is. Eden later embarks on a journey to find Eren, journeying from city to city, country to country, continent to continent, learning more and more about each location's history, lore, mysteries and more. With each step Eden takes to find Eren he learns more about himself as well as the world around him. Once he and Eren finally meet, Eren imparts on Eden one piece of advice. "Your journey ends when you die. Keep moving forward, until you reach that finish line." Eden takes Eren's words to heart and continues pushing forward. After a long, long journey, one spanning over a thousand lifetimes, Eden rests on his bed, sucking in a long deep breath before preparing to tell his descendants his tale. To tell the tale of the young boy who became the Emperor of Edinburgh.
Saint_D_Evil · 8.1K Views

I’m sorry, thinking outside of the box became a habit.

Lucifer: What a beautiful and peaceful world.  System 4858: Miserable.  Lucifer: People here are nice too.  System 4858: Miserable, too miserable.  Lucifer paused, raising an eyebrow at the system’s unrelenting negativity.  Lucifer: Hmm?  System 4858: Yes! Yes, it’s beautiful and peaceful here. ‘But now... now that the great villain is here... who knows how long this peace will last? Miserable, too miserable.’  Lucifer smirked, his pale blue eyes glinting with amusement. His presence was overpowering, his aura so dense that the very air seemed to tremble under its weight. The world around him was serene, a gentle breeze stirred the trees, and the soft glow of the evening sun cast a golden hue over the landscape. It was a world that had yet to know chaos. A world yet to be touched by his unpredictable hand.  He stood at the edge of a cliff, gazing out at the quiet town below. The people looked so small, so fragile. Innocent, even. His gaze softened, but only for a moment, before that playful smirk returned. Lucifer did things as he pleased. He was neither bound by rules nor constrained by morality. Good? Evil? Such distinctions were laughable to him. his actions were dictated by whim and mood. He could be their saviour or their destroyer. It all depended on how the next moment struck him.  But who was he? And why did his very presence distort reality? How had he come to possess such unimaginable power?  System 4858, however, was not in the mood for philosophical musings. System 4858: Wait, what? It blinked, a metallic chime of confusion ringing through the air. Why did the modern world just turn into a fantasy setting? The tyrant hasn’t even started anything yet!  The system frantically checked the world’s data, only to find its structure bending and shifting in ways it couldn’t comprehend.  The once-modern cityscape was slowly morphing into something out of a fantasy, mythical beasts stirring in the shadows. It turned to look at its host.  Lucifer stood there, watching the transformation with an eerie smile. That smile alone sent a cold chill down the system’s core. It immediately spun around, its circuits sparking with panic, and sprinted away as fast as its non-corporeal form could manage.  System 4858: Lord God! Save me from this villain! But unknown to the terrified system, even the Lord God himself would be powerless to intervene in this matter. System 4858 could only shed metaphorical tears as it watched its host, the unstoppable force of chaos, begin to twist the world in ways that no one could have predicted.  The world’s Lucky sons who were meant to rise and fight back found themselves bowing to Lucifer’s will. He ordered the world’s protagonists around like mere pawns, and wherever he walked, destruction followed in his wake.  System 4858: Miserable, too miserable But even the unreasonable Lucifer had someone by his side who always smiled whenever Lucifer did something unpredictable.  One day, System 4858 accidentally saw the man playing with the darkness and was terrified. Soon, it was lying powerless in the man’s hands, staring at his smile System 4858 : Huh?! I knew it! Only a demon can accompany another demon.  The man with the red eyes : Hmm? System 4858: sob, sob. Miserable, too miserable
WingsofChaos · 5.1K Views

Set Fire to Rain

In the shadow of tragedy, Meredith's world crumbled like a fragile sandcastle, swept away by the merciless waves of fate. With her mother's demise echoing in her soul, a sinister revelation emerged – her father had gambled away their fortune, leaving behind a staggering debt that clawed at the edges of her existence. As if scripted by the cruel hand of destiny, Meredith's father fled, abandoning her to face the financial tempest alone. The burden of survival rested heavily on her young shoulders, and the weight threatened to shatter her resolve. But amid the debris of despair, an unexpected lifeline emerged, weaving an enigmatic twist into the narrative of her upheaval. Paris, the city of love and lights, became the backdrop for Meredith's metamorphosis. Yet, the glamour of the French capital remained elusive as her modest budget clashed with the city's extravagant reality. Shelter, a basic human need, became a luxury she could ill afford. Then, like a subtle melody in the cacophony of her turmoil, Matthew entered the stage. A peculiar proposition danced in the air – he offered her a room in his apartment. However, fate, in its mischievous playfulness, cast Matthew as a central figure in a drama laced with bitterness. Matthew, the ex-flame of her closest confidante Maria, was the embodiment of a past Meredith despised. The lingering embers of their tumultuous history sparked a tension that crackled beneath the surface. Would Meredith swallow her pride, her disdain for Maria's ex-lover, and accept the refuge offered by this unexpected ally? Or, would she face the unforgiving streets of Paris, choosing solitude over the discomfort of cohabiting with her nemesis? As Meredith contemplates this paradoxical predicament, a curious metaphor unfolds – fire and water forced into a reluctant alliance within the confines of a shared space. The sparks of their clashing personalities promise a spectacle, a sizzling fusion of passion and cool detachment. In the heart of Paris, where love and defiance dance hand in hand, Meredith and Matthew find themselves bound by circumstance, fanning the flames of an unlikely companionship. Yet, beneath the surface of this unconventional arrangement lies the question that lingers like an unspoken secret – can Meredith, the fiery protagonist scarred by her past, find solace and redemption in the proximity of her watery counterpart? The streets of Paris hold the answers, echoing with the footsteps of a young woman navigating the intricate alleys of loss, pride, and the unforeseen chemistry that ignites when opposites collide.
Marianne_2020 · 132.7K Views

Shadow Of The Moon

In a world where darkness and light intertwine in an eternal dance, the moon is not just a night beacon, but a cosmic enigma that dominates the skies. Its familiar face shines on one half of the world, bathing it in the silver light of hope. Yet, in the other half, a dark face looms on the horizon, hidden behind a veil of mystery and fear. The darkness emanating from this other lunar face has plunged part of the world into perpetual night. Under its influence, reality is distorted, and natural laws are twisted, giving rise to mutations and creating a breeding ground for monsters and demons. In this dark realm, a young boy named Adrik has grown up in the shadows, struggling to survive in a hostile and chaotic world. Raised in the ruins of an abandoned city, he has learned to master the darkness surrounding him thanks to an unusual and abnormal ability called The Golden Light. This gift allows him to transform his eyes to a golden hue, enabling him to navigate and see clearly even in the pitch-black darkness. One fateful day, a mysterious girl arrives in the forsaken city, seeking Adrik. The unsettling thing is, she knows everything about him, which disturbs Adrik deeply. But her revelation will shatter Adrik’s understanding of his world and himself, setting him on a path that will change his life forever. Prepare to be captivated by a tale of survival, mystery, and dark enchantment in The Shadow Moon. Dive into a world where the boundary between light and dark is not just a metaphor, but a stark reality, and where the fate of humanity hinges on the courage of a young boy. Join Adrik on his journey through the shadows, where every step is fraught with danger, and every revelation is a step closer to the ultimate truth.
TheSosio · 2.3K Views

Unveiled (MLL)

With each mile that he passed with his car his anger turned from fury to a blinding fire to a pitch black pit of chaos. And yet the pitch black chaos was too small a word as further ahead he went, until there he stood in front of ‘Manerium Somniorum’ The manor of dreams. Standing at the gates his anger dissipated to a form of fear and melancholy. Christian knew it like he knew the back of his hand that these emotions were his. Whatever he was feeling was an aftermath of what the manor was listening in on. The walls were screaming the story that unfolded between their bricks as the windows tried to leap open, over powered by the yearning need for some kind of a void. An escape from what unfolded. The gate of the manor seemed barred from reality. Acutely preoccupied by the nightmare. Participating and escaping every word the manor screamed. Time did not exist beyond these gates. No what was left behind was simply the shadow of broken hearts. With each second that passed Christian watched a darkness descend upon the manor as thick mists of clouds and shadows formed. Untouched was the reality outside the gate but inside Manerium Somniorum dreamed. Dreamed of a heartbroken man. Echoed of an unquenchable thirst. Begged for her return. Pulling every reality into it in its desperation, whispering and moaning Christian or anyone that dared to watch to enter. Enter their dream. Dream their love. And bathe in their despair as a symphony lulled Christian into a heavy sleep. With each ticking minute the manor seemed to draw further and further away, without even realizing his eyes had closed and his body was mesmerized by her. By them. It played out again like a song, starting with a verse. A look. A pair of eyes. A shadow. As translucent darkness shone brightly around a man and interlaced with his soul. And there she stood. It was her form and her face and yet her eyes betrayed who she was. A conscious thought metaphored into her existence, standing right there under the soft glow of his lantern. Christian was the prince and the prince was chaos as their fell in love for the first time. As their skin felt the fleeting graze of her smile and their ears heard the soft whisper of her gown tease the ground. There all three souls stood as one falling in love with the same form and yet a different woman. "We were never meant for tomorrow ..." She said with a trembling voice as her hand reached out for his, so close and yet much like their fates all there was between them were dreams.
taipan · 67.3K Views

Rebirth: The Path of vengeance

Join discord server for novel discussion https://discord.com/invite/A8fVrq2d _______ What does every living creature desire more than anything else? The answer is rather straightforward: to persist, to endure, to cling to life for as long as possible. This universal desire was no different for a man in his mid-twenties named Ryan. Ryan found himself embroiled within a dangerous game, pursued relentlessly by the God of War faction. In this world, where magic reigns supreme and monstrous beasts of demonic origins roam free, the faction stood as the most formidable power. Struggling desperately to safeguard his life, Ryan succeeded in his endeavors, but only up until a gut-wrenching betrayal from the person he least expected - Noah, his best friend, his confidant. An act of treachery led to his downfall. Betrayal in this world was not a metaphorical stab in the back, but a literal one. The sword that Noah drove into his chest left him lying in a pool of his own blood, his life force slowly draining away. As he lay there, the bitter taste of anger and an insatiable thirst for revenge filled his heart. It was at this moment of despair when an ethereal, angelic female voice echoed in his ear. ._._._._._. [DING! DING!!] YOU HAVE FINALLY MET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE GREAT DIVINITY SYSTEM. DO YOU ACCEPT THE GREAT DIVINITY SYSTEM? [YES] / [NO] ._._._._._. ***** In a twist of fate, Ryan finds himself reincarnated as Ethan Callahan, now imbued with the power of the Great Divinity System. A virgin path unfurls before him, a road yet untrodden. The question that hangs in the balance is this: will he choose the path of vengeance, a road that might lead to his ruin? Or will he opt for a life of peace, a path far removed from blood and betrayal? The choices lie before him, and only time will tell which path he will tread.
B_DRAG · 143.4K Views

Living Eclipse

Title: "Living Eclipse" In the heart of a seemingly ordinary town, shadows dance with malevolence, concealing a sinister truth. "Living Eclipse" unravels the twisted tapestry of a world where manipulation takes center stage, and reality itself is the stage for horror. As the sun sets, a peculiar darkness descends, transforming the mundane into a theater of nightmares. The residents, unaware of the impending terror, succumb to a subtle manipulation, their lives woven into a web of deception. A journalist, skeptical but intrigued, begins to uncover the threads connecting the town's darkest secrets. The eclipse becomes a metaphor for the veiled reality, where nothing is as it seems. The townsfolk, mere puppets in a macabre play, are manipulated by unseen forces, blurring the lines between sanity and madness. The protagonist, haunted by eerie visions, unravels the layers of a malevolent conspiracy that transcends the boundaries of the known world. The living eclipse, a metaphorical manifestation of the manipulation, casts its ominous shadow over the town, distorting reality and warping minds. As the journalist delves deeper, a clandestine organization emerges, orchestrating the horror for its own insidious agenda. Friends turn foes, and the town's facade crumbles, revealing a nightmare within the everyday. "Living Eclipse" explores the fragility of perception, where the real horror lies in the manipulation of truth. The protagonist must navigate a treacherous labyrinth of deceit, facing the demons within and without, to expose the chilling reality beneath the surface of the living eclipse. Will hwe do it or fall accustome to having his moral compass skewed by the manipulation of others?
Raven_Kiryuu · 720 Views

Lord's Apotheosis

There are few who can become as righteous as those who have experienced what is truly evil. Likewise, there are few who can become as great as those who have seen what weakness truly costs. Farron is a true nihilist who believes that nothing has value, not even his own life. So, when a fire erupts, he is the first to throw it away and refuses to activate the fire suppression system, condemning himself and a dozen others to death. However, he is transmigrated to the world of Koln by an entity named Life. As if to mock him, it bestows upon him the gift of immortality and expects him to participate in the Lord's Contest. But soon after arriving, he falls in love with Elise and refuses to participate. Their love is a beautiful love that is only said to appear in fiction, but in Koln, fantasy can be made real. They were each outcasts in their past lives and are one another's first loves. They are individually flawed, but to one another, they are perfect. However, Lord's Contests are not easily thrown off. As if in response, Life designs the first event such that killing the most intelligent lifeform in the area will increase the rewards of the lords participating, and because the location is the forest near the couple's home, Elise becomes the target of many other lords. In a pitiful show of weakness, Farron fails to lead the others away and is forced to watch as the scions of The Great Leviathan kill the person he built his new life around and who built her life around him. Blaming his failure, The Great Leviathan, and Life, he tacitly vowed that he would destroy Babylon, ruled by The Great Leviathan, and he would remake himself into whatever he had to in order to do it. He would destroy himself to get at Babylon and kill Life. With time, simultaneously Apollonian and Dionysian forces would come to exist within him, each being, respectively, a cold, calculating, methodical expression of vengeance and an ecstatic, burning, emotional expression. The metaphorical Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, truth, light, and logic would take hold of his mind and dictate his path. The metaphorical Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, emotion, ecstasy, and madness would take hold of his body and dictate his actions. The Apollo within him would plan his route while the Dionysus within him would execute it. - Plan to update once per day. - The cover is of Mot.
Aespekson · 12K Views

The Game of Undeath

Death, a frightening concept to any mortal who has lived a long enough life. From those young to still not comprehend the nature of death, to those old enough who have been waiting for its inevitable embrace, death is a constant in species with finite lives. What the mortals didn’t know was that Death was alive. A concept, thought to be the end of all life, was actually one that has a life of its own, and it has grown bored for the first time in millennia of doing their job every single day without stopping in keeping the cycle of reincarnation busy. Said boredom gave them an idea to throw a still alive mortal into a different dimension… As a mortal that does not need to fear the concept of Death’s domain. They also gave said mortal a guide in the form of the mortal’s favorite hobby, gaming. With Death at his back (metaphorically of course), Sev, the mortal who Death has picked, must now navigate a world full of madness and insane habitats because there was no way a normal God actually shaped the world he was transmigrated to. Seriously, who in their right minds grabbed all the races ever conceived and placed them into a singular world? Hell, there was even steampunk, magitech, even some 21st century technology bullshit here. The less said about the futuristic weapons and inventions like laser guns, the better. And if that wasn’t enough, the System Death gave him was bare-bones as all hell! Stats that only grow if you allocate your points, some quests here and there, oh, and the best part, no HP and MP bar. So no min-max strategy will work, no matter how hard Sev tries. So yeah, Sev is in it for quite a ride. At least he can’t die, doesn’t mean he won’t feel the pain of having his body torn in half.
IAmGuavaFruit · 12K Views

The Tower of Trials: A Journey into the Unknown

In "The Tower of Trials: A Journey into the Unknown," embark on an extraordinary adventure filled with mystery, danger, and self-discovery. This captivating tale follows a peculiar Goblin who finds themselves thrust into the enigmatic Tower of Trials, a place where only the brave and resilient can prevail. With each passing chapter, the Goblin faces new challenges, unravels the tower's secrets, and undergoes a remarkable transformation. The Tower of Trials has long been shrouded in myth and legend, known for its ability to test one's true character and grant unimaginable rewards to those who reach its summit. Many have attempted the treacherous ascent, but few have returned to tell their tale. Our unlikely protagonist, a Goblin who never aspired to greatness, stumbles upon a mysterious invitation that promises a chance to prove their worth and change their destiny forever. As the Goblin enters the tower's depths, they encounter a wise and enigmatic guide who becomes their beacon of hope in this bewildering place. Each chapter brings the Goblin face-to-face with a new trial, each more perilous than the last. Along the way, they form alliances, face adversaries, and unravel the tower's ancient history, gaining insights that shape their character and destiny. Through the Goblin's eyes, readers are immersed in a world filled with magical illusions, labyrinthine puzzles, and profound philosophical teachings. The Tower of Trials becomes a metaphorical journey of self-discovery, as our protagonist learns that true strength lies not in physical prowess but in the courage to face one's fears, the wisdom to learn from failure, and the power of perseverance. With each trial overcome, the Goblin undergoes a transformative evolution, shedding their preconceptions and limitations. They learn valuable lessons about friendship, trust, and the importance of embracing one's true nature. As the summit of the tower draws near, the Goblin must summon all their newfound strength to confront the tower's ultimate guardian and claim the extraordinary rewards awaiting them. "The Tower of Trials: A Journey into the Unknown" is a riveting tale that combines elements of fantasy, adventure, and personal growth. Join the Goblin as they navigate this perilous tower, filled with suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists. Will they emerge victorious, forever changed by their experiences, or will they be consumed by the tower's trials? Only by delving into the chapters ahead will the answers be revealed.
DaoistkLga1Y · 992 Views
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