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❗[ Entering Webnovel Spirity Awards 2025 ]❗ Zain Miller died as a broken man. Once a valiant rebel fighting against the ruthless colonial government, he lost everything—his friends, his family, and his dignity—when fear drove him to flee the battlefield. Branded a coward, he spent the rest of his life in shame, only to die alone and forgotten. But death was not the end. Reborn into a brutal fantasy world where humans are mere prey for monstrous beings like Undead, Corrupted, and, Dragons. Zain is given a second chance. This world is corrupted by Aether, a mysterious energy that invaded the planet Pandora years ago with Eight Divine Idols, as it fuels both unimaginable power and unspeakable horrors. Guided by a enigmatic benefactor who claims to know his past, Zain must navigate this treacherous new reality. Who is this mysterious man, and why did he choose Zain? What does he mean when he says, He is an Anomaly. --- "Every hero has a story but not every story has a hero.Sometimes, there are someone who never got saved, someone who was left in dark, all alone". --- So, this is not the story of a protagonist but of a coward who just wanted to survive in a chaotic world and take revenge on his enemies that manipulated him and his family all life. He is inspired by Guts and my first fiction main character, so yeah, there will be a lot of action and brutal fights. --- System check Reincarnation check No Harem check Brutal dark scenes check overpowered Mc check Apathetic Mc check --- Instragram: 12thFailedGenius Discord: 12thFailedGenius

A young king sits upon his throne, but power is never truly given—it is taken, earned, or unearthed from the ruins of those who failed before. In his hands lies an ancient book, its pages whispering secrets only the worthy may claim. But knowledge is a double-edged sword, and what lurks within the ink may shape him… or consume him. Elsewhere, beneath the cold embrace of an endless abyss, another boy descends. The waters press in, heavy as fate itself. He does not thrash, does not surrender. Instead, he waits, lungs burning, muscles screaming—until the moment to rise comes. And when it does, he does not merely surface. He ascends. One walks the path of shadows, the other climbs toward the unknown. Two destinies, carved in defiance of limits. But the higher one soars, the deeper the other falls. And when the moment comes, when their paths inevitably cross—will the sky darken, or will the night be pierced by light?

One day, the entire world was transported into a game. Cities, landscapes, and even the sky itself were rewritten in glowing code, plunging humanity into a primal, untamed world where civilization had never existed. Towering forests, endless mountains, and monstrous beasts roamed free—a land where magic was woven into nature itself. Every human was infused with a power called Primis, the essence of strength and evolution.* It allowed them to gain abilities, level up, and carve out a future in this dangerous world. But the native creatures could smell it. They could taste it. To them, humans were nothing more than walking resources—flesh and blood filled with power waiting to be devoured. Then came the voice: "You have entered the Genesis Game. Your class has been assigned." Some were given the roles of Warriors, Mages, and Tamers. Some were granted rare classes like Shadow Dancer or Beastbound Knight. And then… there was you. You weren’t given a normal class. You weren’t given a choice. Your title burned into existence in glowing red text: [Class: Cannibal Lich King] Warning: The romance in this novel there will be straight/gay and more it's not really relevant its just a sub plot. The main protagonist is not a straight white male it's in the synopsis.

[Congratulations, you now have a system.] [Deploying Starter Pack.] [Two Perks Received.] "I can level up and I am probably the only one?" "Boy, sign me up! Who expected this kind of miracle in 2025?" Frizz, your average convenience store clerk, suddenly has a system. He is neither a genius nor a prodigy, but that won't stop him. He will still work hard, for the sake of leveling up. However, there are no monsters, no gates, no fantastical beings, and lastly no mystical equipment. It's just Frizz in his boring mundane reality and a system, fighting the already present evil in real life. To make things worse, He slowly realized that his system isn't all that benevolent. It makes one think, is Frizz using the System or is the System using Frizz?

In a realm where magic was lost and forgotten, there existed a kingdom named Everia. Within it's towering walls was Aria, a young princess trapped by a fate she never chose. Whispers of an arranged marriage filled the air, crushing her hopes of freedom. She made a choice that would change her destiny forever when she fled the only home she had ever known, leaving behind the cruel fate that was inevitable if she got married. She encounters Kael, a man with abundant power and secrets who challenged everything she believed about love, loyalty, strength and power. Little did she know her escape would eventually lead her to the heart of the forest, where shadows danced and secrets lay hidden.

If the world had ended with powerful undeads around every corner, what would you do? Would hide from the world and slowly die or would you fight for your life and happiness If you were given the power to fight for your survival at the risk of your own humanity, what would you do? Would you fear that power or would you grasp it with both hands and fight until your last breath. [Author here! If you are enjoying this book then feel free to vote for it using power stones! This will allow me to post more chapters a day. Starting today I will post one bonus chapter a day for every ten power stone. Please Enjoy.]

Arashi, a young man marked by a painful past, finds himself at the heart of a world where the laws of reality can be manipulated. Raised in a powerful clan, his life is shattered after a family tragedy. Captured and subjected to unimaginable suffering, Arashi is plunged into a whirlwind of unanswered questions. As his journey unfolds, Arashi begins to uncover powers beyond comprehension, leading him on a quest that will forever change the course of his existence. Enrolled in a silent and mysterious war, he must confront forces far greater than himself, all while trying to understand his own destiny. With unpredictable allies and equally powerful enemies, Arashi will face choices that will force him to reevaluate his humanity and his place in an ever-evolving world

Vardy, a shut - in loner, seeks refuge in Rune Quest, an RPG game where he transforms from weak to strong as a Dark Warlock. Soon after he enrolled at White Oak Academy, he faced discrimination alongside his peers in the Frame Initiative. Eventually, he unlocks a powerful system that grants him the abilities from his game avatar.

What happens when you discover an advanced artificial intelligent lifeform, capable of moulding the entire world underneath its will? Well, if you're Commander Jurren Zachary Lynch, you get a public beheading, betrayal by your best friends, and a grand finale courtesy of a self-destructing chip in your brain. No matter though, since death? It's not quite as permanent as it used to be... Welcome to the Beyond Universe.

In the war-ridden kingdom of Vaeloria, young Prince Aradon was born into a dynasty teetering on the brink of destruction. Surrounded by enemies and betrayals, he sought refuge in the forbidden Forest of Beasts, where myths spoke of horrors beyond human understanding. But instead of death, Aradon found power. The creatures of the abyss did not devour him—they obeyed him. From a boy lost in the dark, he became a king feared across the lands, commanding an unstoppable army of nightmarish monsters. When rival kingdoms united to crush his reign, they found only obliteration. His castle became a fortress of terror, his name a whispered curse among rulers. Some called him a demon, others a god. This is the legend of Aradon the Dark, the king who wielded monsters as his weapons and reshaped the fate of kingdoms in fear and blood.

Sanjay Pathak who is one of the successful businessmen and millionaires in the world got killed by an unknown sniper gunshot when he was in his car. He dies while accumulating a lot of regrets and sadness in his life's journey to become a millionaire. Unexpectedly, he was reincarnated into a western fantasy world which was filled with swords and magic. In his new body, as Daris Darkhold, a 7 year old peasant boy who had a similar appearance as him when he was young. To his surprise, he's born with incredible soul affinity and possesses the rarest magic — Black Magic which was hailed as Satan's Magic in this world. As the regret of never being filial son to his past parents… He takes responsibility to become the greatest Dark Magi and tries to return back to his real earth while adjusting to his current parents. But The Dark Magic he possesses acts as a symbiote which often lures him for infinite power and becomes a monster!

Revised and completed for wide spread consumption in 2024, IN THE DARK: UNDERBELLY is the fully expressed vision of the author in regards to the story of the novice blacksmith, Zephyr Yundath, as he descends in belly of the world with an infamous scientist and a dangerous assassin. From now on, there will be 3 chapters published every sunday. ------------------------------------------------- Original synopsis: Many years after the destruction caused by a mad scientist, one region of the earth shattered into a bottomless pit that many tried to explore. They never returned. We follow the tale of a young man born with the gifts of a blacksmith, as he's forced to tag with a man of science with super powers and a assassin hell bent on killing him. They are about to experience one of the most bizarre creations mother nature could birth.

Zara embarks on a treacherous journey to save her brother’s soul from the clutches of the underworld. Haunted by guilt and aching with remorse, she finds an unlikely ally in Death himself—a brooding, intriguing figure with secrets as dark as the abyss they traverse. As they plunge through the frigid depths of Eldris and into the heart of Hades, Zara and Death uncover the haunting truths of each other’s pasts. Bound by a fragile trust, they face a choice: risk everything to rewrite their fates or let their sins condemn them. But salvation always comes at a price, and in the realm of the damned, nothing is ever truly what it seems.

In the land of Orsus, where the strong protect the weak under the light of The Essence, peace and prosperity seem assured. But beneath the surface, darkness stirs. Orsus is haunted by the memory of Enyos, the mightiest protector who fell in a brutal battle against the mysterious "Witnesses," beings from a shattered world ravaged by the Bright Dark. The Essence grants rings of power to the chosen few, but even these gifts may not be enough to defend against the coming storm. A chilling prophecy foretells the arrival of a Prophet born of two opposing forces, destined to either destroy Orsus or reshape it entirely. In this tale of power, prophecy, and peril, the line between light and dark blurs, and the truth may be more dangerous than anyone could have imagined. The Legend of Atenyos begins—a journey that will challenge the very foundations of Orsus and its people. Upload schedule: Novel will be a updated with one guaranteed chapter weekly that drops on Sunday, although some weeks will have more than one chapter dropping

Together with a crew of five, teenage Bharat was dispatched on an Interdimensional mission in the Dark realm to recover a priceless object in order to prevent further harm to human civilization. They had to avoid several hazards and flee the wicked creatures of the Dark Realm during this process. Will their mission be successful? How are they going to take the important object and steal it from the Evil creatures?

Raj Darkthrone is an archaeologist whose obsession with forbidden knowledge drives him to the edge of the world on his final expedition. Betrayed by fate, he finds himself cast into a realm unlike any other—a world ruled by power, ancient secrets, and untold dangers. Reborn in a mysterious land brimming with powerful warriors, magicians, and shadowy forces, Raj must navigate this perilous new existence. Equipped with only his cunning and a deep well of knowledge, he sets out on a path of ambition and survival. But power in this world comes at a cost, and those who seek it are rarely left unscathed. Raj’s journey is one of transformation, as he steps deeper into the unknown, unearthing dark secrets that could either elevate him beyond imagination—or consume him entirely. In a world where strength rules and only the ruthless rise, how far will one man go to carve his place in history? Cover: AI generated (I am a beginner, writing my first novel. This story is a passion project born from my love for mystery, adventure, and dark fantasy. While I’m still learning and improving, I hope readers will enjoy the journey. If you come across any grammar mistakes, please handle them and immerse yourself in the world of The Dark Ascendant.)

the light is going out quickly and it's midnight. the age of darkness is here.All seems lost. All seems an endless pit of agony. But peace be still, hope is lighting a light, a different type of light...in this adventure of loss and gain, darkness and findings, it is futile to refuse holding onto the light even if you don't know it's origin until this light begins to burn

Lucian Blackwood has always lived in the shadow of his ruthless family, but when he’s disowned and given a chance to reclaim his inheritance, he faces an impossible task: infiltrate the life of Elena Hart, an enigmatic heiress, and destroy her trust. Elena, thrust into the world of power and betrayal after inheriting her late father’s empire, is determined to uncover the truth behind his mysterious death. But as Lucian worms his way into her life under a false identity, he discovers she’s not the naïve target he expected. Torn between his family’s demands and the growing bond with the one woman who can truly see him, Lucian faces a dangerous choice. When secrets unravel, and betrayals cut deep, will Lucian fight for the love that could redeem him, or will the sins of his past consume them both?

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In a world where the dead are even more terrifying than the living. Where your life means everything, cause once you die, you have a chance to become a mindless anomaly. Anubis was born into the world as a keeper, someone who combats anomalies. But for her entire life, she had never been able to see her human appearance. After nearly being killed by an anomaly, she joins the Skyfall Dance Academy with her friend Yoshi. Anubis, who changes her name to Alice, trains to combat these anomalous creatures. She might just find out some dark secrets about herself on the way. [No set schedule. I love this story and will try to write it as much as I can.]

The universe holds secrets that were never meant for human eyes. They are whispered in the wind, etched upon the fabric of the cosmos, hidden in the depths of ancient stars. These secrets are not for the faint of heart, nor for those who seek comfort in the familiar. They are for the brave souls who dare to gaze into the abyss and confront the things that lurk in the shadows beyond human comprehension. This is the tale of one such man, a traveler who ventured beyond the bounds of known reality, and in doing so, witnessed the unfathomable horrors that predate even the dawn of mankind. He returned with tales of terror, of ancient entities older than time itself, of whispers that echo in the silence of space, and of the chilling realization that humanity may be just a fleeting blip in a cosmic dance of unimaginable terror. Prepare to delve into the depths of the unknown, into the chilling secrets that lie hidden amidst the stars. This is a story that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the universe and your place within it. This is the story of the man who saw too much, and the terrifying truths he brought back with him. [Attention: Story Rewrite] This story, while drawing inspiration from the original, has been substantially reworked and expanded upon. The themes, plot points, and characters have been carefully re-evaluated, and the narrative has been rewritten with a fresh perspective. This rewrite aims to provide a more nuanced and engaging reading experience for the audience.

In a world overwhelmed by technology, social expectations, and constant connectivity, men struggle to maintain balance. Juggling work pressures, personal relationships, and his own mental health, he faces the relentless pursuit of success. Amidst it all, they all pray for authenticity, peace, and meaningful connection.

A boy Named Ray age 18 thought that he got betrayed by the girl who was his girlfriend but it was not the Bus crash and they both met God and Reincarnated in Another world and our he became and son of aristocrat as Hiroki Aldenridge and the the misunderstanding didn't solve and he gets an ancient power of a....what will be their fate wold they meet each other or he will still hate her he will kill all the people of an organization due to a certain reason he changes at the age of 7 he has get allied with all the kings and defeat all 3 continents of demon kings also and in the end will he become greatest, Assasin? And At the end may make a harem -this wn is written in simple words And because name is based on ability the story in not dark

A young omega who's constantly abused and tortured by her tyrant of a father and her half siblings tries to run away from them only to be captured by her father's sworn enemy. Roman, alpha of the dark moon pack. Five years ago Roman's family was ruthlessly killed by the hands of Michael, Aurora's father. Now grief stricken and burning with rage, Roman hungers for blood and will not rest until he avenges the death of his family by killing each and every member of Aurora's family, including her as well.

Debating on whether it really is fantasy but we follow David, being a short story I should not say more. Update: Turns out I'll make this like a collection of short stories that portray grief.