Fringe

Humanity is caught in a great upheaval after the Intergalactic Union of All Species coincidentally discovers their existence on what they had formerly considered to be the fringe of the universe. Without any say in the matter, they get indicted into the Union as a legal member. Unfortunately, this meant that they were now obligated to partake in the exploration of a new Chaotic Realm parallel to their universe containing rich energies, resources, and essence that the universe itself craved. To that end, the universe has created its own will, which seeks to gather all races and strengthen warriors from them to explore the dangerous but lucrative Chaotic Realm, initiating the Augmented Reality simulation, Essence. In Essence, one can experience a carefully crafted universe similar to an RPG game, either by going in through your soul or going in through VR. The former means that death is true, and the latter is similar to a normal FIVR experience. Those who go in with their souls can freely receive feedback from their 'game characters' to obtain all stats, skills, and items they acquire in Essence, while those who go in with VR do not obtain that benefit. However, those who pay for it in Essence can receive an awakening of genetic talent called abilities. These abilities are graded from F to EX, a total of 10 stages. Not much is expected from the human race when the first 100 participants get chosen at random from the public - a standard protocol - only for each one of them to awaken at least an A-grade ability. Then, there was Damon Arnan, a young Ghanaian politician, who ended up awakening, not one, not two, but three EX-Grade Talents. The human race, which had just entered the galactic playground, was about to experience a storm with Damon smackdab in the middle.

STARBORN RENEGADES: ANTHEM OF THE FLAWED WHEN COSMIC CHAINS BIND THE FLAWED, WE SHATTER FATE WITH OUR IMPERFECTIONS. In the star-strewn void, Gene Accords dictate existence: the genetically "perfect" rule, while the Flawed face exile, execution, or recycling as living fuel. Under the banner of "Order," the Doctrine Conclave enforces this divine purge. HAYATE: THE COURIER OF CURSED STARLIGHT A rogue deliveryman navigating galactic fringes, Hayate carries two legacies: A rusted wrench inherited from his grandfather. The Stardust Eye embedded in his right socket—a curse granting fragmented precognition at the cost of erasing his most cherished memories. His latest job? Transporting the Conclave’s most wanted contraband: Rin, a living weapon. RIN: THE CRYSTAL BLADE OF CHAOS Her left arm pulses with Quantum Corruption, a crystalline force that severs Gene Accords. Each slash devours her existence, atomizing her soul to stardust. Labeled "Project CRY-VΩ7", she’s a relic the Conclave has hunted for millennia. Now, Hayate becomes her final courier—and unwitting shield. THE HUNT BEGINS When Conclave warships descend, the duo flees to the Liar’s Ocean, a cursed expanse drowning in forbidden history. But after Hayate touches a derelict Gene Forge, his Stardust Eye ignites, revealing a harrowing vision: —HE WILL BECOME THE CONCLAVE’S ULTIMATE EXECUTIONER, ANNIHILATING THE FLAWED. Meanwhile, Rin uncovers her origin in the wreckage of an ancient ark. A shattered datachain reveals her wrist tattoo’s truth: CRY-VΩ7 isn’t a serial number—it’s a weapons protocol. She’s not human. She’s a program. FATE OR REBELLION? Hayate’s choice: Submit to the genetic chains foretold by his cursed eye—or break reality to forge a new path. Rin’s truth: Is she a blight to erase, or the key to shattering the Accords?

In a world where the stars dictate paths and grant Blessings, Corin lives on the fringes of society - in a system controlled by noble houses, fanatical guardians and ancient powers. With no power and no future, he struggles to survive in one of the last free cities. But when he discovers a forgotten relic and enters the forbidden Raven Path, his life becomes part of a much bigger game. Between rebels, constellations and dark legends, a path begins that will lead him to the edge of the world - and beyond. As old seals weaken and a new era of upheaval begins, Corin is faced with a decision: Will he become part of the cycle - or its end?

"You shouldn’t be alive." Kael’s voice was quiet, but the weight behind it sent a chill down Sienna’s spine. His silver eyes locked onto hers, searching—no, demanding—answers she didn’t have. She crossed her arms, lifting her chin. “And yet… here I am.” Sienna Blackwood has spent her whole life on the fringes, a ghost in her own pack. Born under the cursed Blood Moon, unable to shift, unwanted and barely tolerated. She thought she knew her place—until the night she was attacked. Until the night she should have died. But she didn’t. And now, she’s standing before Alpha Kael Voss, a man who doesn’t believe in fate, yet is staring at her like she just shattered his entire world. The High Council calls her an abomination, a threat that needs to be eliminated. Kael should agree—he’s never been one to disobey the law. Except something about Sienna doesn’t make sense. And the more he tries to ignore it, the more the truth claws its way to the surface. A prophecy was buried. A past was erased. And the moment Sienna took her first breath, the countdown to war began. She wasn’t supposed to survive. She wasn’t supposed to exist. But the forsaken always find a way to rise.

Cassia Phoenix always dreamed her mate would be her refuge—the one to give her the home she never had, the life she craved. But fate is cruel, and dreams are lies wrapped in pretty promises. When she finally finds her mate, it’s not salvation. It’s a sentence. He’s already claimed by another, and she's nothing more than a mistake he’s determined to erase. Every day, he reminds her that she is unwanted. Unworthy. Unloved. Being an omega, She spent her life on the fringes of her pack, invisible and expendable. But this? This is worse. So she runs. To Winter Lake, a place that shouldn’t exist, where the rules of the world don’t apply. There, she might find a sliver of peace—if her mate doesn’t hunt her down, and if the powerful alpha of this forbidden pack doesn’t discover the truth about who she is. About what she is. Staying is dangerous. Impossible, even. But then there’s him. The brown-eyed shifter who saves her from the storm, whose strength and promises make her question everything she thought she knew about fate, loyalty, and belonging. He makes her want to stay. To fight. To believe. But when she’s spent her entire life running, how does she stop?

In the heart of Veridia, where shadows run deeper than the city lights, resides Caspian Thorne, a brilliant but unconventional investigator. A master of manipulation and human psychology, Caspian operates on the fringes of the law, unraveling the most complex cases with a blend of intuition and calculated risk. When a series of gruesome murders begins to plague the city, each victim bearing the chilling mark of a fractured mind, Caspian finds himself drawn into a deadly game of cat and mouse with a killer unlike any he has encountered before. This chilling psychological thriller delves into the depths of the human mind, exploring the fragile boundaries between sanity and madness. As Caspian delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit, a twisted reflection of his own methods. But the closer he gets to the truth, the more he risks losing himself in the labyrinth of the killer's fractured mind.

Humanity has scattered across the stars, held together only by the unstable surges of Ricci Flow drives and the ancient, fragile Silent Network. Interstellar peace is tenuous at best. The Solarian Confederacy clings to order with rigid traditions and the ominous Mindfire Protocols that keep AI in check, while the ambitious Cygnus Combine pushes the limits of technology and commerce, stoking fear and suspicion. Beneath their cold war, something deeper lurks, waiting. That fragile balance shatters when Relay Node 717—an essential communications hub in the contested Fringe Sector 8—suddenly goes dark. Navigation becomes dangerous, messages stop flowing, and the sector descends into chaos. Solarian Command immediately blames Cygnus, and warships begin to mobilize. The galaxy teeters on the brink. Agent Kaelen Riley of the Solarian Bureau of Cognitive Security is sent to confirm the official story. But as she digs deeper, doubt creeps in. The pieces fit too well. The narrative is too clean. Meanwhile, on the lawless Waypoint Station Epsilon, Jax, a Fringe pilot drowning in debt, finds himself trapped—his ship grounded, his options running out. Desperate for a way out, he takes a job that lands him in the crosshairs of something much bigger. At the same time, xeno-archaeologist Dr. Lena Petrova, stationed near the wreckage, picks up strange energy fluctuations—whispers of something alien beneath the chaos. Fate throws them together, each with their own reasons for digging deeper. Riley wants the truth beyond her orders. Jax needs to escape. Petrova is chasing a mystery that defies known science. Aboard Jax’s battered freighter, the Razor’s Edge, they plunge into the heart of Sector 8, dodging debris, hostile patrols, and their own distrust of each other.

Once Mankind ruled the world. And living within the fringe of society, hidden but existing among us were the inhabitants of myths, fables, and legends. Then came the Crimson Plague, followed by the mass hysteria changes, and then the War. The War of Race broke out among the nine factions of the Etherborn society, led by the Vampires and the Children of the Light. Six millennia later, after the Long War, the nuclear holocaust, and the darkening of the sky, a new civilization prospered. The Children of the Light are gone, mankind has fallen from the top, and the Vampire race leads the new civilization. And among the Vampires are the seven Noble House that rule the Major nations. Follow the journey of Lilith Kain, Ariella Ashtarmel, Elijah Ashtarmel, and Eduardo Gomez as they strive to survive in a world that preys on the weak. … I will be posting this story on Royal Road.com. Discord: https://discord.com/channels/436731682268381186/436731682268381189

After saving one world from a Demon God and earning the trust and devotion of a perverted goddess, Sol is rewarded with all his powers intact and sent back home with the goddess accompanying him as his personal slave. That was supposed to be the end, the Demon God was supposed to be his last great trial. However, they are both summoned once again to an even more doomed world, almost immediately after returning to Sol's. This time around, Sol refuses his role as hero. Unable to find rest, he turns his wrath to the pantheon of gods in a spiteful quest to become the strongest being in existence, followed by his slave who took his place as hero. Battles await, secrets of old begin to scurry into the light when the world as he knows it begins expanding beyond the visible horizons of reality and deep into the fringes of eternal darkness. Terrible consequences lay beyond the borders of the known.

"When you think you know the truth... you'll realize you haven't even begun to understand the lies." In a world where darkness devours innocence, the journey of "Shadow" begins—a boy of eight who loses everything on a blood-soaked, rainy night. An unknown gang storms his home, slaughtering his parents before his eyes. His life shifts from the warmth of family to the cold embrace of loneliness, left only with scars of the past and unanswered questions. As years pass, Shadow uncovers a truth far more twisted than he imagined, realizing that the shadows of his past conceal dark threads linking his family to the world of organized crime. Torn between despair and the thirst for vengeance, Shadow embarks on a dangerous path to confront the enigmatic "Bloods Syndicate," the entity that shattered his world. Along the way, he crosses paths with outcasts who, like him, dwell on society’s fringes, forming the Mafia—a group that redefines loyalty and betrayal. Through brutal battles, intricate conspiracies, and internal struggles, his will is tested, and his humanity is pushed to its limits as he searches for meaning in a life lost between revenge and the fear of what lies ahead. A gripping tale where raw emotions clash with electrifying events, raising profound questions about vengeance, justice, and the steep price we pay to live... or to die.

In The Online Cricketer, Nitish, a 28-year-old unemployed cricket fanatic from the dusty streets of Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, trades his lethargic days for a shot at rewriting cricket history in the Premier Cricket League (PCL) 2025. Once a small-town dreamer who ditched odd jobs faster than he could count, Nitish now spends his time glued to cricket reruns, crunching stats, and firing off brash takes on Twitter from his family’s cramped, sunbaked home. His life flips upside down in February 2025 when Preeti Zindal, the fierce owner of the Northern Lions—a PCL team stuck in a rut—stumbles across his tweet: “Northern Lions could rule PCL 2025 if they ditch the safe playbook for chaos.” Drawn to his raw, unfiltered brilliance, Preeti yanks him from obscurity, appointing him chief analyst just 30 days before the season begins. When her seasoned analysts, Rohan Sethi and Ananya Vohra, storm off to rival teams—the Mumbai Monarchs and Chennai Champions—Preeti doubles down, naming Nitish team manager. Armed with a laptop, a love for the game, and zero formal experience, Nitish shakes up the Northern Lions with a bold, youth-centric strategy that swaps tradition for unpredictability. The PCL erupts on March 22, 2025, and Nitish’s “chaos theory” delivers a stunning first win against the Gujarat Gladiators, thrusting him into the spotlight. But the path is rocky: a loss to Ananya’s Chennai Champions reveals cracks, while Rohan’s Mumbai Monarchs plot revenge. Facing skeptical players, relentless media, and his own Kurnool-bred insecurities, Nitish leans on Preeti’s faith to refine his game plan. From Kurnool’s offline fringes to the PCL’s electric arenas, Nitish’s journey unfolds across a season of wild highs and brutal lows. His small-town grit and offline instincts—honed far from cricket’s elite circles—fuel the Northern Lions’ transformation into playoff contenders. In a climactic showdown, Nitish pits his unconventional genius against the league’s giants, proving that a slacker from Andhra can turn chaos into triumph. The Online Cricketer is a gritty, heartfelt underdog saga, blending cricket’s pulse with the rise of a man who never played the game Offline but mastered it Online.

Humanity had come far but humans were further ahead, wielding power and strength. People with the strength to crush mountains with their bare hands and tear the sky asunder by just sighing. All this was made possible by Xeron crystals. In a world where emotional detachment intertwines with profound grief, Jack Dixon navigates life's hardships after the loss of both parents. Driven by a thirst for strength and control, Jack purchases a Xeron crystal in hopes of changing his fate. Yet an unforeseen and agonizing affliction threatens to extinguish his life. Facing imminent mortality, Jack embarks on a desperate journey against time. His quest takes a perilous turn as he delves into the dead realm his parents once navigated, seeking clues for vengeance while cautiously navigating the fringes of an interplanetary war. Amidst the looming specter of death, Jack's odyssey is fraught with uncertainty... and death. *** Death Rules Everything Around Me.

At Seisen Private Academy, where prestige and popularity dictate the social hierarchy, Haruka Nakamura exists on the fringes. A quiet first-year student from a once-wealthy family now struggling with debt, he focuses only on his studies and part-time jobs, uninterested in the fleeting dramas of high school life. Meanwhile, Mizuki Yoshida is the untouchable princess of the academy—elegant, intelligent, and admired by all. Confessions flood her daily life, yet she coldly rejects them, maintaining an unreachable distance from the boys who worship her. Their paths cross unexpectedly when Haruka takes up a housekeeping job to support his family—only to discover that the house he’ll be cleaning belongs to Mizuki. Unaware of his identity at first, Mizuki mistakes him for a girl, setting off an unusual dynamic between them. As Haruka observes Mizuki beyond the school’s fabricated spotlight, he begins to see the person behind the perfection. And Mizuki, drawn to his quiet resilience, finds herself breaking her own walls. But in a world where social status matters, and hidden wounds run deep, can an unnoticed side character truly change the life of the girl in the spotlight? A story of quiet connections, unexpected feelings, and a love that blooms away from the public eye.

In a world ravaged by the first attack of alien monsters, humanity fights back and triumphs. However, the victory is bittersweet, as the planet is left in ruins, and society is forced to adapt to the aftermath. Suddenly, people begin to experience strange phenomena: headaches and interface displays appear, revealing personal “status” screens, as if they were living in a fantasy RPG. This transformation sparks debates about religion, philosophy, and the nature of reality. In the wake of a second alien attack, the monsters, although reduced in number and confined to a remote island, continue to pose a threat. These creatures lack intelligence, attacking without reason, but their existence marks the rise of a new societal order. Mutants—humans who have acquired system-like abilities—gain power, while non-mutants are left to struggle on the fringes of society.

Trillions of years into the future, Earth is gone and the fringes of civilization cling to remnants of what once was. Lead only by the mythologies of the past generations, the future looks bleak until the discovery of a timeless obelisk. The Symphony calls another to the frontiers of space-time, but will this be enough to save an already dying civilization in a universe on its last breath?

warning mature content. only for 18+ "You can take my body by force, Aron Fringe, but you'll never be able to gain my soul." "I'm not interested in your soul. Miss Grace, please slake my lustful appetite." He tied a rope around my hands and feet and sealed my lips with his before I could attempt to stop him. Words like "love" and "emotions" don't make any sense to him, and he has only one strong feeling in his life: lust. This is the first thing that 28-year-old billionaire Aron Fringe thinks of whenever he lays eyes on a woman anywhere in the world. When he's not busy overseeing a multibillion-dollar company, he enjoys indulging his libidinal desires. After reading the articles in the 18+ magazine, he gets so enamored with the author that his world comes to a complete stop. As a result, he finds it difficult to quench his thirst for other women. He thinks his life will be perfect if he can just track down the magazine's mystery author and try out the fantastical experience he read about, but then he meets Sara Grace. How emotionally Sara and sex offender Aron Fring will interact? Will Aron and Sara fall in love, leading Aron to see that there are other emotions outside lust, or will Sara develop a sex addiction similar to Aron Fringe? Find out who will prevail in this conflict between love and lust by immersing yourself in the story.

Lucas Holt is a 17-year-old street basketball player with mediocre talent but dreams of making it to the NBA. Ridiculed by his high school team for his awkward play, his only friend Marcus - a fellow fringe player and “brother” - betrays him at a tryout, plagiarizing his play ideas and stealing his spot in the draft. He plagiarizes his tactical ideas and steals a spot on the team. Meanwhile, his crush on Elena, the girl next door, grows distant as he becomes obsessed with basketball. When Lucas hits rock bottom, he meets a mysterious retired player** Rayne “The Hawk” and begins a brutal training program. As he rises to prominence, new betrayals, financial temptations, and injuries ensue. ...... CORE CONFLICT: “Is basketball redemption, or just another abyss?”

Jin is a scavenger living on the fringes of society until he discovers a mysterious system that allows him to travel through dimensions. With the ability to access other worlds, Jin begins buying and selling valuable items, quickly amassing a fortune. But as he delves deeper into the workings of the system, he realizes that he may have stumbled upon a dangerous secret.

Once a noble house of power and prestige, House Soient was brought to ruin through treachery and bloodshed. The last surviving heir, Zarphinion Soient, has spent his life wandering the fringes of civilization, honing his strength, taming mighty beasts, and preparing for the day he would reclaim his family's honor. That day has come. Gathering warriors under his banner, Zarphinion embarks on a brutal campaign to restore House Soient’s legacy. Alongside his fiercely loyal shapeshifting guardian, Asira, and the enigmatic succubus Lilith, he carves a path through the remnants of the noble houses that once conspired against his kin. But war is not just fought on the battlefield—it is waged in the halls of power, the whispers of old allies, and the shadows of forgotten betrayals.

Sovereign of Time and Space When you gaze upon the stars, have you ever wondered if you are merely a speck of dust on the grand chessboard of the universe? Long Hua, an ordinary high school physics teacher, has lived a quiet and uneventful life for thirty years. Since childhood, he has been able to perceive anomalies in light that no one else could see—but he kept this secret buried deep within. Until one seemingly ordinary physics class, when a single beam of extraordinary light tore through the veil of reality. A mysterious English teacher, an ancient tome called the Void Codex, and a strange compass left by his father led him onto a path that spanned ancient eras and interstellar frontiers. The universe is far more vast than humanity has ever imagined. High-Level Planets command time and space, freely traversing past and future. Mid-Level Planets have mastered faster-than-light travel, roaming the galaxies. Low-Level Planets, like Earth, still stumble at the fringes of the cosmos, blind to their insignificance. As Long Hua deciphers the mysteries of the Void Codex, his consciousness pierces the barriers of time and space. He studies celestial arts in an ancient cultivation world, experiences non-material existence in an energy-based civilization, and meets an alternate version of himself in a parallel Earth… But those who wield great power are never alone. And the path to enlightenment is never unchallenged. The Unification Order seeks to erase the multiverse, restoring a singular reality. The Time Guardians enforce cosmic laws, forbidding civilizations from accelerating their evolution. The Multiversal Protectors fight to preserve diversity—but they are hopelessly outmatched. With the cosmic chessboard already set, Long Hua realizes: Every choice he makes shapes Earth's destiny. Every revelation he gains disturbs the fragile balance of the universe. He will walk the river of time and roam across parallel worlds. He will uncover the essence of existence and forge a new path for civilization. As the secrets of time and space unfold before his eyes, as the truth of the universe is laid bare, the once-ordinary physics teacher will become the guiding force that leads Earth toward the stars— the true Sovereign of Time and Space. --- Sovereign of Time and Space—a breathtaking epic by QingMing. A fusion of Eastern mysticism and Western science fiction, an awe-inspiring journey across time, space, and the destiny of civilizations.

Luke is a half-beast who grew up in the twisty streets of a large city called Oukiwa. Abandoned by his parents as a child, he soon had to learn the arts of thievery to survive. Even on the fringes of a super-powered society, he has followed a single rule all his life: never get involved with the Adventurers. However, this rule is broken when his gang begins to hatch a plan to rob the most powerful family in town. And so begins the chronicles of Luke Lange, a thief with no ancestors who in the future becomes one of the strongest men in history, with powers that are rivaling even the gods. Main Tags: Harem, Weaktostrong, Male MC and Adventure. Schedule: 7 chapters/week. Chapter length: 1000 - 2000 words ------------------------------------------- Discord: https://discord.gg/qz2vDAn7Kb My other novel: Rise Online: Return of the Legendary Player

In the shadow of Old Detroit’s neon-lit skyline, where rift scars tear the sky and monsters stalk the rain-slicked streets, Elias Voss hunts to survive. A stoic monster slayer forged by loss, he wields a rune-etched machete and a suppressed pistol against the horrors unleashed by The Breach—a cataclysm that cracked reality eighty years ago. When a routine contract spirals into a clash with The Shrike, a charismatic crime lord trafficking in monster parts, Elias finds himself entangled in a conspiracy that could reshape the world. Joined by Mira Kade, a fugitive sorceress with a sharp tongue and volatile magic, Elias navigates a city of corporate towers and desolate fringes, where every ally hides a blade and every shadow a threat. As whispers of a mythical rift key surface, pursued by the sinister scientist Dr. Leon Carver and the elusive Shrike, Elias must unravel the truth behind The Breach’s legacy—before an ancient force awakens to claim it all. In a world where technology and magic collide, survival demands more than skill—it demands sacrifice. The Rift Chronicles: The Neon Contract is a relentless, modern epic of hunters, monsters, and the thin line between hero and outcast. patreon.com/JosphKing

In a realm where elemental powers are the cornerstone of society, 17-year-old orphan, Kaito Ryusei, is an outcast. Born without an element, he's forced to live on the fringes, struggling to survive in a world that shuns him. But fate has other plans. When Kaito joins his school's ill-fated dungeon expedition, he's thrust into a desperate fight for survival. The dungeon, tampered with by unknown forces, becomes a death trap, pushing Kaito to the brink of destruction. In the heart-stopping moment between life and death, Kaito awakens to an impossible truth: he possesses one of the legendary elements. This forbidden power, feared and hunted by the ruling elemental elite, ignites within Eryndor a fierce determination to reclaim his rightful place in the world. With his newfound abilities, Kaito embarks on a perilous journey to unravel the mysteries of his past, challenge the status quo, and forge an unbreakable legacy. The awakening of Chaos has begun. The world will never be the same."

Death, Is Only the Beginning. In this hybrid fantasy/sci-fi action horror series, a group of undead human souls known as the Uneventful's will be thrust into a cosmic conflict that effects all of the Fringe, a wayward station in the nexus or all creation, run by delegates from Heaven and Hell, which borders the Underworld and all the creature inhabitants who make up the city.

The stars have chosen her. " But fate is never that simple." The Starborn were once legends, celestial beings who walked among mortals, shaping the course of destiny. But their voices have faded, their power lost to time—until now. Lyra Valen has spent her life on the fringes, a girl with no past, no family, and no purpose. But when an ancient power awakens within her, she becomes the last of the Starborn—marked by the heavens, hunted by the shadows. The kingdom of Elarion is on the brink of war, and Lyra may be the key to its salvation… or its destruction. But she cannot survive this battle alone. Kael Drayden, a warrior bound by duty, is sent to track her down. Torn between loyalty to his king and the undeniable pull of the girl who shouldn’t exist, Kael must decide where his true allegiance lies. As ancient prophecies unravel and long-buried secrets resurface, Lyra and Kael are thrust into a war not just of swords and magic—but of fate itself. The stars whisper her name. But will she listen? A story of destiny, sacrifice, and love in the face of fate, Whispers of the Starborn will pull you into a world where even the light has shadows—and where one girl’s choices could change the stars forever.

Deep in the colonized fringe of Rigel-4, a disgraced mech cadet becomes the galaxy's deadliest bargaining chip. Kyle Rayne trades his rust-stained wrench for an M-49 ballistics rifle—and a Silver Core neural implant corroding his sanity. But when an armored horde of flesh-devouring Void Worms obliterates his battalion, Kyle uncovers the Dominion’s pact with four cosmic monstrosities feeding on human psionic essence: the Spiritweb Cultivator, Stellar Abyss Devourer, Desire Forge Mech-Spirit, and Shadowghost Wraith. To survive, he must pilot a derelict Titan siege mech hardwired to his dead mother’s DNA—and dismantle an empire selling soldiers as living chaff to alien gods.

In the new order brought about by the era of symbiotes—artificial intelligence that merges with human bodies—living as a fringe dweller had meant nothing but regret, envy, weakness, and dreams for Damon. The only way to save himself and his family from being mere workers who are not even considered citizens of the empire in this new order, and to leave the fringe to live in a real city, is to pass the symbiote compatibility test. Because only through the power of Ka, which grants humans magical abilities and powerful bodies, and becoming a knight, can he achieve his dreams. But to connect with the power of Ka, he needs a symbiote. However, his compatibility test results came back as a red light and a big no. But the world had a different fate in store for him... [Currently merging and initializing...please wait]

The love story that transcends time and destiny. A world where witches and humans are immortal enemies. Richard a young king falls for the ever enchanting charismatic Cristella. A young beautiful love story that seeks to bridge the differences between the races but as the saying goes there's a thin line between love and hate and when that line starts to blur all hell breaks lose. A war set on the fringes of heart break and pain. ............ what happens when destiny plays the exact ploy on the incoming generation. where love once again brews between two different people. Will they younger generations accomplish what Richard and Cristella couldn't or will the scales of the entire world fall into oblivion. A story of love, hate , power and magic enjoy ps I'm a new author and not much writing experience please bear with me and give suggestions if need be to improve myself

In a world forever changed by the appearance of mysterious portals, Earth is no longer the only frontier. These gateways lead to the Forsaken World, an incomprehensibly vast and dangerous plane filled with deadly creatures, uncharted lands, and untold opportunities. For those daring enough to enter, the risk of death is constant—but so is the promise of evolution. Evolvers grow stronger by hunting the Forsaken World’s monstrous inhabitants, absorbing their essence to gain power and face ever-greater challenges. The portals have drawn countless seekers of strength, power, and survival—each gambling with their lives. Victor grew up on the fringes of this new society. Orphaned and excluded, even by those meant to care for him, he was forced into a life of theft just to survive. After nearly losing his place in the orphanage, he began stealing from the wealthy to pay his way, juggling a double life as a diligent student and desperate thief. Driven by the need to escape his circumstances and provide for those he cares about, Victor sees the Forsaken World as both his greatest risk and his only chance. With alliances forming and enemies closing in, he must decide: will he fall to the dangers of the Forsaken World, or rise as one of its greatest Evolvers?

In the grand city of Eldrath, where power is fought for in the shadows and alliances are as fleeting as the night, one man seeks to outplay them all. Aran Silas, a brilliant tactician and master manipulator, has no overwhelming strength or supernatural gifts. Instead, his genius lies in his ability to maneuver through the complex web of politics, crime, and treachery. Aran’s ambitions go far beyond wealth or fame—he wants control. Absolute control. As the illegitimate son of a noble family, Aran grew up on the fringes of high society, learning that intelligence and cunning were his only tools for survival. Now, as a man, he is determined to rise to power from behind the scenes, orchestrating the downfall of those who stand in his way. From crime lords to noble houses, no one is safe from his web of lies, half-truths, and carefully plotted schemes. But Eldrath is not just a city of ambition—it’s a battleground. Aran finds himself locked in a deadly game with two formidable women: Lady Nera, a powerful noble with her own dark empire, and Alara Sindel, a cunning seductress with ambitions that rival Aran’s own. With alliances shifting like sand and enemies lurking in every corner, Aran must stay several steps ahead, or risk losing everything. In a world where betrayal is as common as breathing and trust is a weakness, Aran plays the ultimate gambit—manipulating, deceiving, and outwitting everyone who crosses his path. But as his control grows, so do the dangers. His enemies are many, and even his allies may turn against him. And while he strives to shape the world in his image, there are forces at play far beyond his control. In Shadow’s Gambit, Aran Silas must balance ambition with survival as he navigates a treacherous world of mystery, intrigue, and deadly politics. His intelligence is his weapon, his mind his greatest asset, and in the dark, no one can see the strings he's pulling. But every gambit comes at a cost. Key Themes: Mind over muscle: Aran uses strategy and intelligence to defeat stronger foes. Anti-heroic journey: Aran’s morally ambiguous nature makes him both a mastermind and a manipulator, willing to sacrifice anyone for his goals. Political intrigue and power struggles: Noble houses, criminal syndicates, and rival factions all vie for control of Eldrath. Trust and betrayal: Friendships, alliances, and romances are all tainted by the looming threat of betrayal, making trust a rare and dangerous commodity. Aran Silas isn’t just playing the game—he’s rewriting the rules. But how long can he stay ahead before the shadows close in? # Disclaimer # This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner.