American Wilderness

The Citizens of Ottawa, Illinois were your average, friendly Midwesterners. However, when seemingly insane things begin to happen, as any Patriotic American would, they answer the call. From the New World Order to the Total Collapse of Society, the Ottawans following the lead of the Ghost of Ottawa struggle and try to survive even the most impossible of odds stacked against them. But is their American Heritage and Midwestern Grit enough to survive? {Rated R due to profanity and the nature of the violence portrayed in the novel.}

In a world where magic is forbidden and witches are hunted, Ashlynn Blackwell has hidden her mark of the witch since birth. The night of her wedding she's betrayed and her secret is exposed. Attacked by her husband and his knights, Ashlynn was abandoned and left for dead in the wilderness. Rescued by the vampire lady Nyrielle, Ashlynn is offered a choice: die as a human or embrace her power as a witch. Bound by a mystical blood pact, Ashlynn is plunged into a world of ancient magic, immortal vampires, and deadly political intrigue for the chance to find eternal love. [Bronze Winner: Weekly Love Tales - Vampire] [Book of the Month: September/October 2024]

In the frozen wilderness of the Snow Lands, Scypha embarks on her coming-of-age journey with her wolf companion, Darko, when she experiences her first blackout. She wakes to find her hands stained with blood and no memory of what happened. As these episodes become more frequent, their cause unknown, Scypha can only grow increasingly fearful of the violent, uncontrollable force growing within her and the unsettling euphoria that always follows. There is no solution in sight, and she is slowly losing any and all desires to find one. Far away, the dryad Eletha, a fervent guardian of nature who harbors deep disdain for humans, faces her own troubles. Dealing with humanity has never brought anyone anything but grief, yet she comes to find that Scypha’s condition could lead to something decidedly monstrous. As the girl’s struggle with her own mind escalates, Eletha watches from the shadows, uncertain of how—or whether—to intervene.

【Grassroots Rise】＋【Strategic Battle】＋【Intelligence Online】 There was no time to lament the life full of regrets, as he suddenly reincarnated as a homeless man in America. In an America where capitalism was expanding to extremes, more and more people were being forced onto the streets. With no identity, no money. Unable to work, unable to rent a home. If capitalism had no humanity, then he would become the capital! Fighting his way up step by step, he aimed for the very top of America! Starting off with just a tent, not backing down in the slightest, the new-age American homeless man, Cheng Daqi, was set to make some massive waves!

David traveled to America and became an inspector for the most powerful law enforcement agency, the IRS. On December 3, 2021, America Congress passed a piece of legislation. It stipulated that from now on, any criminal activity, whether smuggling, robbery, fraud, etc., had to pay full taxes to the IRS. Since then, David had become the nightmare of all criminals in America. Until one day, his blade reached towards the heads of Freemasonry and the Federal Reserve!

Abandoned by their father at just five years old, James Craig and his infant sister, Jessica Craig, were left in the care of their devoted mother, Serena. Despite the hardships, James grew into an intelligent and handsome teenager. When financial constraints forced him to leave Middleton, he embarked on a new journey at Braxton High. Unbeknownst to James, this change would set him on a new path to becoming humanity's unlikely savior. James's life was back on track until a fateful day, when a school expedition with his classmates uncovered a dark secret. Deep in the wilderness, James stumbled upon an ancient power that awakened a terrifying truth: his nightmares were real. The trauma he had tried to bury resurfaced, and he was forced to confront an unspeakable horror - his own hunger for human flesh. **** "You must learn to be a true leader." What will he make of the universe's bestowment? How will he overcome his weaknesses? What sacrifices must he make? Find out now! ---------------------------------------------------------- Instagram: larrycashbox

In a world where ancient forces guard the balance between nature and humanity, Kai—a boy marked by a mysterious bond to the forest—finds himself at the heart of a legacy he never asked for. Drawn into the depths of an enchanted wilderness, Kai encounters the Shadow Wolf, a powerful guardian, and learns of his late mother’s role as protector of the forest. As he unravels secrets hidden among trees older than time, Kai must come to terms with his destiny and prepare to defend the forest from dark forces that seek to sever its life-giving bond. But with every step, he faces growing dangers and new allies, awakening powers he never knew he possessed. In his journey to become the next great guardian, Kai discovers that the greatest magic lies in trust, sacrifice, and the strength to stand against the shadows.

Everyone wants to be the greatest, but for most people, that's nothing more than a pipe dream; for others, they feel like it's their destiny. Gladiators of the Gridiron is a story that follows two boys who are two sides of the same coin on their journey through their high school American Football careers to become the greatest of all time. Updated every Wednesday and Sunday

In the aftermath of death, an adult man expected nothingness, peace, maybe even paradise. Instead, he awoke beneath a rock, reborn as something small, fragile, and dangerous—a black and blue-scaled scorpion. Stripped of his humanity, he moves through an unfamiliar wilderness, driven by instincts he never knew he had and haunted by memories of a life cut short. ……. [A//N Gonnna try to upload 3 chapters a day hopefully :D]

What would happen when a transmigrated soul comes back to his home land to meet it in ruin ? After being gang up on by his enemies, Wilder Dies and his soul is sent back to earth But what awaited him was a very shocking scene, his homeland earth had been taken over by monsters, and his race, humanity had become a third class race on their very own planet However a ray of hope still shines, as mankind had found a way to attain strength, and this method is through the MMORPG High Heaven Having lost all his powers, wilder sets forth on the path to get to the top once more But upon logging into the game he was driven to excitement The game was a replica of the world he had just come back from "even in death you will not be able to keep me from taking back what's mine" he said with excitement Armed with the knowledge of his previous life Wilder Aims to become truely powerful WARNING!!! This is not a pure Mmorpg, it will fluctuate between the real world and the game world The system itself is not sentient and will not behave like it is, but the entity that it came from will scheme in the shadows

Eldric Freeman, born into the squalor of the Einrich Empire's Red-Light District, dreams of freedom. When he seizes a chance to change his fate through military service, he quickly finds himself thrust into a world as treacherous as the streets he hoped to leave behind. Accused and outcast, Eldric's only path to salvation lies through the Land of Solitude, a merciless wilderness that stretches between him and the Reinbose Republic—land of the free and home of the exiled. As Eldric hopes to reach Reinbose, Einrich soldiers led by Captain Malik Asante hope to capture him and bring him back to Einrich. In this gripping adventure novel, follow Eldric as he hopes to reach the Reinbose Republic with the help of allies and enemies alike, all over the backdrop of an ongoing war between the two powerhouse nations. *Updates Bi-Weekly every other Monday*

50 plus years after the events of the deathly hallows, Angus Potter a descendent of Harry Potter is an American now living in Fort Worth Texas. He has retired from his military service in the magical world and is living as a Rancher and magic weapons smith. That all comes to an end one fateful night he hears loud banging at the front door of house.

"Raising my head to gaze at the sky, beyond the starry river lies an unattainable homeland. Beneath my boots, the land is ravaged by swirling dust and boundless wilderness. With only a gun and a blade in hand, it is iron and blood alone that define the old world's frontier. Truth does not reside within the range of artillery, nor before the predatory strongholds, and certainly not within the kingdom of heaven. It resides only within our hearts."

Rowan Creed, a teenage boy with a passion for adventure, longs for a treasure hunt in a world that seems devoid of real excitement. After discovering a second-hand metal detector at a garage sale, he dedicates his summer to searching for hidden treasures along the beaches of Ashmere. After an unsuccessful day combing the familiar shores for relics, Rowan decides to venture deeper into the wilderness, leading him to a secluded beach untouched by modern explorers. It is here that Rowan uncovers a mysterious silver coin that unlocks a series of magical events. This coin, once transformed into a locket, grants him the ability to see hidden magical wonders around him and ultimately leads him to a ship trapped within a bottle in an ancient cave. Unbeknownst to him, this ship is a gateway between worlds, and when he releases it, Rowan is transported to an abandoned island.

*Due to lack of interest this story is in hiatus.* Vampire Apocalypse Z When a mysterious vampire plague devastates New York City, five college friends find themselves trapped in a nightmare. As the city descends into chaos, Eli, Kara, Mike, Aria, and Holly must band together to survive the relentless, bloodthirsty horde. Their journey takes them from the ruins of Manhattan to a secluded cabin in the wilderness, where every night is a desperate fight for survival. Haunted by loss, unexpected romance, and the horrifying transformation of their world, they’ll confront the undead menace and their own inner demons. Vampire Apocalypse Z is a nail biting, incredibly intense tale of resilience, terror, and unbreakable bonds. NO NTR NO Harem NO Yuri Just tons of gore, terror, and a fight for survival!

"Shattered Dreams" follows Ryuk and Elina's journey to online fame. A mysterious rival disrupts their narrative, challenging authenticity. The story transforms into an anime-inspired tale of redemption and unity as pixels become a battleground. Facing adversaries and vulnerabilities, the characters forge unbreakable bonds, triumphing over challenges. A thrilling exploration of the digital wilderness, it emphasizes resilience, friendship, and the pursuit of authenticity. *It is rephrased by AI for better experience*

Captain Henry Donnager expected a quiet career babysitting a dusty relic in Area 51. But when a test unlocks a portal to a world of knights and magic, he's thrust into command of Alpha Team, an elite unit tasked with exploration. They join the local Adventurers Guild, seeking to unravel the secrets of this fantastical realm and the ancient gateway's creators. As their quests reveal the potent forces of magic, they inadvertently entangle in the volatile politics between local rivalling factions. With American technology and ancient secrets in the balance, Henry's team navigates alliances and hostilities, enlisting local legends and air support in their quest. In a land where dragons loom, they discover that modern warfare's might—Hellfire missiles included—holds its own brand of magic

Love. Strength. Betrayal. Amidst the untamed wilderness of Montana, ancient tribal laws govern the lives of werewolves. Olivia Blackwood, she will shatter every tradition. She wanted to be the first female alpha of the Ebony Pack, she wanted to be a real alpha king. Father, brother, fiancé, husband No one can stop her from moving forward. She is one of a kind.

Mark travels through the American comic world and binds to the superhero system. He starts out as a superhero and walks powerfully in the city of sin, Gotham. Complete tasks and accumulate contribution points, which can be exchanged for unlimited abilities. Silver Superman bloodline, the Book of Vishanti, immortality, unlimited power, omniscience and omnipotence... Only children make choices, I want them all! Override S.H.I.E.L.D., lead the Avengers, punch Dormammu, kick Thanos... Now standing in front of you is the master of America, the helm of S.H.I.E.L.D., the team leader of the Avengers, the true master of the Time Management Bureau, the seed sower of the Amazon warriors, and the supreme god of the multiverse!

The Silent Survivor in the Shadows of the Wilderness A long-awaited school trip to a remote wilderness takes a dark and terrifying turn when the students find themselves trapped in a deadly hunt. What was meant to be a peaceful retreat soon descends into a waking nightmare as they realize the forest hides something far worse than wild animals. Lurking in the shadows are a group of killers—psychopaths with no mercy, who thrive on fear and chaos, using the dense wilderness as their hunting ground. Among the students is Zenji Takahara, a quiet and unassuming loner with a dark obsession—he devours horror and survival movies, always overthinking every possible threat, preparing for scenarios no one else ever considers. Though he never wanted to come on this trip, his protective instincts for his younger brother and best friends forced his hand. Armed with survival gear, night vision, thermal goggles, and a mind trained to spot danger in every corner, Zenji is the only one truly ready for what’s coming. But Zenji’s obsession with survival goes far beyond mere preparedness. He’s trained in multiple martial arts, knows how to kill quickly and efficiently, and is not afraid to do what must be done to protect the ones he cares about. As the killers begin their hunt, Zenji finds himself in a deadly game of cat and mouse, battling not only the twisted psychopaths hiding in the forest, but also the terror closing in on the survivors. The question is not whether Zenji can survive the killers—but whether anyone can survive him.

As World War II draws to a close, the Allies race to capture Nazi scientists before the Soviet Union can. But for one American intelligence officer, Captain Nathaniel Harper, this mission is more than a professional duty—it's personal. His father, a renowned physicist, was forced to collaborate with the Nazis and died under mysterious circumstances in 1942. Now, Nathaniel is assigned to recruit one of the Third Reich's top scientists, Dr. Wilhelm Falk, who not only worked on rocket technology but also knew Nathaniel's father intimately. As Nathaniel delves deeper into Falk’s work, he uncovers unsettling truths about his father's role in the Nazi war machine. Falk, brilliant but unrepentant, claims that Nathaniel’s father played a pivotal part in designing weapons of mass destruction, and Nathaniel must confront the possibility that his father wasn't the victim he imagined, but an active participant in atrocities. Caught between his duty to secure Falk's knowledge for the U.S. and his desire for justice, Nathaniel finds himself at a moral crossroads. To complicate matters, he uncovers evidence of a covert Soviet plot to either capture or eliminate Falk, escalating the stakes as tensions rise between the Americans and the Soviets. In this novel, questions of loyalty, morality, and the blurry line between victim and perpetrator are explored against the backdrop of the secretive and morally ambiguous world of post-war intelligence.

Warden wakes up in a wilderness with a hole in his mind, deprived of all his memories. Lost, he found within himself an aptitude for combat and magic. On happenstance, he rescues a pair of youths and an entire village, pushing him into a renowned academy of mages and warriors alike to become a teacher. Warden adventures across the divided land of Ezim, determined to unravel the mysteries of his past. However, the task becomes incredibly hazardous when his own path—the ruinous power of Void that runs through his veins—holds a connection to the Traitor Gods, who threaten to cast their shadow upon the world once more. ____________

Xuanxi, due to the mistake made in the past life, the soul of the life was taken by the Jade Emperor, from now on three souls missing one. Genya, because he was bitten by the dead God after reincarnation, a new soul was born in his body - the dead soul. However, within the soul space of Xuanxi and Xuanya, there exists a dream space, through the Dafa of Heavenly dreams, to help them restore the memory and ability of their previous lives. Alien worlds invade the world, and the war between the two universes uncovers the greatest destruction in the history of the world. In order to find the real power against the different Yu, the twelve spirit children led by Xuanxi and Xuannight reincarnate into the world, open the seven seals of Flood wilderness. A catastrophe is unfolding...

Prince Kieth, the fourth and weakest of seven royal siblings, was never expected to rise to greatness. Although his physical abilities were lacking, his sharp mind and strategic prowess made him a valuable asset to the kingdom of Elora. But when his fiancée, the beautiful and treacherous Madison, conspires with his womanizing older brother, Prince Mike, their betrayal sets off a chain of events that leaves Kieth exiled and heartbroken. During a fateful event at the prestigious Mystic Academy, their plan comes to fruition, shattering Kieth's place in the kingdom and turning him into an outcast. Banished by his father, King Darion, Kieth is forced to leave the kingdom he once protected, wandering into the perilous wilderness beyond Elora's gates. With nothing left but his intelligence and survival instincts, Kieth must navigate *The Darkwood*, a dangerous forest filled with deadly creatures and ancient secrets. Despair grips him as he faces betrayal from both his family and the people of Elora, but he knows survival is only the beginning of his journey. As Kieth ventures deeper into the wild, fate introduces him to new allies, including a mysterious elven princess, and new enemies, such as *Specter*, an elite assassin sent by Prince Mike to ensure Kieth never returns. As Kieth grapples with his own powers, hidden potential, and the magical weapon known as the *Lunar String*, he begins to plot his return. In a tale woven with fate, survival, and revenge, Kieth must rise from the wilderness as the forsaken prince, reclaiming his destiny. His journey will challenge not only his intellect but his heart, as he fights to overthrow the corruption that threatens to engulf the kingdom. Will Kieth emerge victorious, or will the whispers of fate bind him forever to the wild?

A drunk Russian communist warrior. An angry Rogue cursing in Cantonese. An Italian who would sooner shoot people dead with words then with his arrows. An African American pointed his wand around like a gun, then pulled its imaginary trigger. And there's me, the typical Asian guy you will last pick for dodge ball team. This was my first ever VRMMO RPG team. This is the world of [Unlimited Dreams]. Huge thanks to @Creaking_Shadow for making this ridiculously good cover (≧◡≦)

``` Debt, economic decline, immigration; hippies, anti-government, freedom. At the end of the 1980s, a wave of change encompassed a country boy from the Rust Belt. As the gate for upward mobility was on the verge of closing, he struggled to move forward. College, Silicon Valley, entrepreneurship; HP, Apple, Microsoft. To become part of the 1%, or even 0.1%, he sacrificed a lot, but also gained a lot. ```

Zhou Xiaoli, a carp living in Immortal Tai Yi’s lotus pond, transmigrated into a novel world and though she was supposed to be the female lead of it, another soul beat her to it! After wandering as a ghost for 10 years in the novel world, she transmigrated into another body! Deemed a jinx, her grandparents disowned her and her family. Determined to build a better life for her family, she got to work! Soon, people in the village noticed that the Zhou family started having a lucky streak, and life could not be better! Zhou Xiaoli’s father was no longer a fool, her mother was cured of her sickness while her siblings were all smart and resourceful. Zhou Xiaoli herself led the family as they cleared land in the wilderness, planted tea leaves and fruit trees, and started businesses... Life was beautiful. That was when war struck, and the family was forced to leave and became refugees. Zhou Xiaoli: Don't worry. I have a pocket dimension!

In the vast, untamed plains of Montana, Frank Boone lives a quiet life on his ranch, far removed from the chaos of the modern world. A rugged cowboy in his 60s, Frank has spent years tending to his land and horses in solitude, still haunted by the memory of his late wife. Though time has passed him by, Frank remains a relic of a dying era—an unshakable man of honor and grit. But when a distant gunshot shatters the silence of his routine, Frank’s world is turned upside down. Riding out to investigate, he stumbles upon a young Canadian girl named Sam, fleeing from mysterious government agents. At sixteen, Sam is defiant, guarded, and holds a dangerous secret—she has the rare ability to move between realms, a power the government will stop at nothing to control. Thrust into a conflict beyond his understanding, Frank must make a choice: abandon Sam to her fate or leave his ranch behind and become her protector. As they evade capture, they leave to find the resistance or last rebellion against the government. Together, they embark on a perilous journey across both the American wilderness and the lands of Siberia. Frank, once a lone cowboy bound to the earth, now rides on the edge of reality itself, becoming a reluctant hero in a fight that could determine the fate of countless realm travelers.

Bluestar suddenly undergoes digitalization, and everyone enters a survival game. They have to choose a survival mode for the survival challenge and level up by completing quests and getting rewards. "Island mode!" "Wilderness mode!" "Rainforest mode!" "Desert mode!" "Polar mode!" "Death mode!" Ye Jun who chooses death mode surprisingly awakens the check-in system; when others drill wood for the fire for hours without success, Ye Jun gets a lighter upon check-in. When others trek arduously to find water, Ye Jun gets a freshwater purification device upon check-in. "Ding, check-in successful, received a deep-sea diving robot, collected one deep-sea energy gem." "Ding, check-in successful, received a seaworthy warship..." Ye Jun lies on the deck, enjoying the breeze, drinking champagne, driving the warship, and leveling an island with a single blast. Death mode? That's it?