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In a world on the brink of destruction, Thalos Arctur, a once-powerless warrior, is thrust into a battle between light and dark. Gifted with a power beyond mortal understanding, he must confront the ancient and malevolent force known as the Harbinger of the Abyss, whose goal is to consume the very soul of the world. As the war between gods and mortals rages, Thalos’ journey becomes a path of self-discovery and immense sacrifice. Bound to a destiny he never chose, Thalos struggles with the growing temptation of abyssal power that threatens to turn him into a weapon of destruction. But his resolve is tested when Eryndra, a fierce and loyal companion, helps him realize that true strength lies not in embracing darkness but in resisting it. Together, they fight to protect the fragile balance of their world, while uncovering the horrifying secrets that bind their fates together. As battles intensify and the lines between good and evil blur, Thalos must decide whether to accept the Abyss and become its ruler, or defy it and risk his own soul. The outcome will decide not only his future but the fate of all who live in the shadow of the Rift. With friends, enemies, and ancient powers surrounding him, Thalos stands at the precipice of something far greater than he could have ever imagined. A story of forbidden power, loyalty, and the cost of becoming a hero.

Jonathan and Haiden are two slave boys taken from the coast of an alternate Wessex in a Viking raid. But as the eye of the God's opens to the boys, it sees something else entirely. Two men not of this time. Will these men be able to fulfil their dream of becoming Bretwalda? The King of Kings?

In all the books and stories I’ve read, family was always the pillar of strength that pushed you forward when everything else abandoned you. I always loved that phrase that kept repeating: *"Even if the whole world is against you, your family will stand by your side."* But my story… was the complete opposite of those tales. I was born as the second child—the unwanted one. The entire world was on my side, but my family… was against me. All the love and attention were poured onto my older brother. He was the perfect son, the star that never faded from my parents’ sky. And me? I was the shadow, barely noticeable. What I received from them was nothing but neglect—or worse… beatings and abuse. I still remember the day my life changed forever. It was just another fight between us, but this time, it ended with them getting rid of me—throwing me out into the streets at the age of ten. But my misfortune didn’t stop there. As I wandered aimlessly through the streets, a thief attacked me, stabbing me with a cold blade. I felt life slowly slipping away from my body, and as I closed my eyes, I thought that my end had finally come. Yet when I opened my eyes again, I wasn’t in the streets of my city. I found myself in a world eerily familiar, as if I had somehow slipped into one of the novels I had read before. It felt like a strange dream—until I realized the bitter truth: I had reincarnated into the body of the forsaken prince. A prince who had suffered the same fate I had known in my first life. But this time, his end was even more tragic. He had been deceived, hated by everyone, and in the end… he was brutally and disgracefully executed. Damn this wretched world. And damn the bastard who brought me here. I never asked for a second chance. Spare me your nonsense and just let me die in peace…

Perseus starts his first year in the empires magical academy, right in its main planet Terra Ultima, and conviently called by the emperor 'Academiae Primae Terra' he was chosen and was given the honours to be one of the few lowborn to participate at Terra Ultima, an academy that prided itself in welcoming only the students with outstanding magical talents,for this exact reason Perseus was taken by a spaceship after his last year of school, after a day or two to say goodbye to the ones he loved and prepare himself, he departed the day of his 18th birthday. hi! guys author here! I just wanted to say that this novel takes some concepts and what ifs from 40k and adapts the powersystem in a mix of jujutsukaisens and classical mana-based power system,this is a fic that i wanted to start for a while, ho.... there will be some magical beast contracts too (since this worldhas gods in it, altough you've seen it by the tags) i changed the 40k stuff, i have taken inspiration for the organizations of the empire but made it a LOT morre different in practice, anyway if you like fantasy or slayng demons with soulbonded blasters you my friends are in the right place!

The powerful have caused chaos for all that are lesser than them since the beginning of existence. This is the story about the truth that everyone knows but no one realizes. The story of a king who failed his duty, a dragon who lost what it held most dear, a beautiful girl who lost who she was and a fae that was once a queen. Cades Kirgun is an ehetrian child, one that longs to become an artificer. But his plans go awry as his whole world collapses and he needs to flee. How will he survive ? How will he overcome the challenges presented to him and overthrow those that have held the power for far too long ? This is the story of a king born from rags, a king that leads to people to fight for what they believe in, the crusader king.

Thousands of races coexist, where the sword and Magic shine together, the Human Race, Sea Race, Elves, Dwarfs, Orcs ... all rush to unfold the light of civilization, composing their epic tragedies! (A Lord's Farming Tale)

King 67 was a good and kind king. Until his kingdom burned to the ground. Escaping from his kingdom, he embarks on a journey to find himself, discover the history of the world around him, and find his missing emotions. Will he find the meaning behind his laugh that night?

Alfred, a history teacher on Earth is suddenly thrown into the body of Prince Alfred Lindonfall, the twelve-year-old prince and heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Ammar. With the abrupt death of his father, the responsibility to rule a Kingdom falls on his shoulders. Having to navigate a medieval court and world, his journey to creating an empire and putting his knowledge into practice sees him become a man he never knew he could be, being shaped by the new world and unique circumstances he faces. There are many characters who get a lot of focus and can be called a lead in their own right, but I won't put their character descriptions in as it would be too much of a spoiler for chapters in future. Cover Art: not mine so here is the credit. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/351912463658203/

"Patriarch Sun, your sect is now a well - known Sword Sect in the cultivation world of the Northern Region. How do you evaluate Dean Xu?" "I often tell experts that Dean Xu is my idol. When others were hunting him down, he instead tried to make friends and forge partnerships. The disciples he trained were sold to other sects once they reached the Foundation Establishment stage. Now, his disciples are everywhere, and he has a vast network of people." "Then, how do the senior figures of the Demonic Path here view Dean Xu? He has been hiding his identity and mingling in the Demonic Path for several..." "Reporter, stop talking nonsense! Our sect master is the most famous demon in the Southern Border. The person you mentioned has nothing to do with him!" "All right, all right. Then, I'd like to ask Acting Patriarch Qin. As the largest sect in Xize, the Illusory Sea Sect. Dean Xu is secretly in control behind the scenes and has carried out financial frauds, involving countless sects. Now, the creditors are protesting outside our venue. How do you respond?" "This is ridiculous. Our sect master doesn't even have the surname Xu. Besides, we have no creditors at all. The creditors all died in the scramble for the ancient cultivation inheritance. Those people outside are just rival sects trying to cause trouble for us on purpose." "But according to our investigation, the ancient cultivation inheritance is a new grave built by Dean Xu, and not everyone inside was killed by the explosion..." "I'm warning you! This is blatant slander!" "Let's put this question aside for now. So, how do the demon tribes in the Eastern Wasteland view him?"

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.

What would you do if you met a mysterious charming stranger, but could never fully see his face? That was the very predicament Cloud Belmont found himself in. It was unusual to find the spark one had been searching for, for so many years on Palace Grounds, but somehow they had found each other. Although this mysterious man knows everything about Cloud. Cloud has not even seen the face of the person he spends endless amounts of hours with. Follow Cloud’s journey on finding out who the man is and his own journey on finding himself.

*Synopsis:* In the mystical realm of Elyrius, where ancient magic and mythical creatures reign, a mindless beast known as Zoelux, a Zeroth Beast, roams the land. Without intelligence, reason, or purpose, Zoelux is a force of nature, driven solely by instinct. However, as Zoelux encounters various individuals and experiences the world around him, he begins to awaken to his true potential. He discovers that he possesses an extraordinary capacity to absorb and manipulate Ojas, the mystical energy that fuels magic in Elyrius. As Zoelux grows in power and sentience, he becomes aware of the world's suffering and the forces of darkness that seek to destroy Elyrius. With his newfound consciousness and abilities, Zoelux sets out on a journey to unite the fragmented realm and bring hope to its people. From a mindless beast to a powerful force for change, Zoelux's transformation will reshape the destiny of Elyrius. Will he be able to overcome the darkness and forge a new future for the realm, or will his newfound power consume him.

Cesare Caruso, a renowned actor and a global superstar, appeared to have it all—fame, fortune, and an impeccable reputation. Yet, hidden beneath the surface was a secret he had guarded for years—he was an Omega. That carefully guarded secret came crashing down in one fateful night, during a glamorous masquerade ball aboard a luxurious cruise ship. Overwhelmed by an unexpected heat cycle, Cesare loses control of himself, devoured by his own desires and falling into the arms of a mysterious Alpha—a reckless moment that changed everything. [Zahir al-Tamid. That’s my name.] To his shock, the Alpha was Zahir—a proud prince from an oil-rich kingdom and an unwelcome figure from Cesare’s past. Worse, that night left Cesare unexpectedly pregnant! Before Cesare could make sense of it all, Zahir made a grand entrance at Cesare’s mansion by helicopter, uninvited, catching the attention of major media outlets around the world, demanding a settlement claiming that Cesare shall be responsible for ‘imprinting’ a royal family like him! “...Seriously, it’s not as if I have a ludicrous $2 billion just lying around, you know.” “Thus, marry me, Cesare.” Pregnancy, imprinting, and a royal marriage proposal—showered by a series of unwanted events, Cesare is desperate to find a way to cut ties with Zahir. But Zahir, stubborn and relentless, has no plans to let go. Can Cesare outrun the tempest, or will it pull him under? #BL #Omegaverse #Obsessive #Crybaby #One-sideLove #Prince #Superior Text copyright ⓒ 2024 by Kim Sol Da All right reserved. The Korean edition was originally written by 김솔다, Korea Translated and Published by We’ve Lab.

Jack, an ordinary salaryman, is thrust into a dangerous new world after mysteriously transmigrating into the body of Yun Li, a once-powerful martial artist. Awakening in a blood-soaked courtyard, Jack discovers that he now possesses the formidable ability of purple lightning, a power beyond explanation. However, Jack is not alone in this world of powerful cultivators. The remnants of Yun Li’s past, including dangerous grudges, continue to haunt him. Determined to forge his own path and survive, Jack vows to master his newfound abilities. ............. "It's my first time writing a novel; please point out any mistakes and I will do my best to correct them .............. : "I will be posting this story on https://www.royalroad.com/profile/628008/fictions" as well

Fixated on stories of magic since a young child, King Lonson VI of Oates sets out on an expedition to find it. But....his undying obsession may lead to his death along with the downfall of the Oates Kingdom.

Yung Woo dies unexpectedly, only to find himself reborn as a wolf. This new life comes with an unexpected twist: the "Wolf King System." Tasked with building a kingdom, Yung Woo must navigate the challenges of his new reality while growing stronger. Along the way, he encounters romance and embarks on thrilling adventures.

In a realm governed by powerful bloodlines and deities, my family once wielded great influence, only to be ultimately crushed and forgotten. I invite you to accompany me on this exhilarating journey, as we strive to resist the encroaching shadows that seek to consume us!

My name is Shay. Just Shay. Every morning at five, I kick off my day like anyone else—cereal, eggs, or toast. Then comes the routine brushing session where I make it a point to avoid eye contact with the damn bogey in the mirror. Typical, right? I’ve got a roommate—a werewolf. We’re best friends and classmates, tackling school like it’s any normal day. After classes, I head to my job as a bartender at a nearby pub. It’s a cozy spot, where apart from your regular humans, other creatures also get together for a drink. Yep, vampires and shapeshifters have their pint nights too. Aside from these quirks, my life was relatively normal — until everything turned upside down. The peacefulness of the night seems to be over, the Fifth King is preparing for war — perhaps for world domination —, and common sense has evaporated somewhere along the way. Life was pretty standard, aside from the supernatural quirks, until it wasn’t. The peace of the night shattered, the Fifth King is gearing up for war—or maybe world domination—and somewhere along the way, logic took a vacation. Now, here I am, smack in the middle of this glorious mess, trying to figure out how I went from a normal guy to being tangled in what feels like the prelude to a world-ending saga.

Power is everything, an ideal embraced by countless souls, a philosophy that pulses through the veins of this world. In a society where might reigns supreme, individuals are not measured by their intelligence, their kindness, or their charm. Instead, they are defined by their strength—the raw, unyielding force they wield. In this realm, it is power that dictates the course of life, not virtue or merit. Those who possess it can shape the world around them, seizing wealth, respect, and influence with nothing but a display of their might. Strength is the currency, and those without it are left to linger in the shadows, overlooked and forgotten.

Max, an alpha werewolf possessing the gift of foresight, meets his destined soulmate Berlie, triggering a turbulent twist of fate. Upon realizing Berlie’s flight is in immediate danger because of engine failure, Max desperately tries to intervene. To save Berlie, Max revealed his true supernatural nature, despite her skepticism and resistance. With the undeniable truth, Max struggles to balance revealing his world and keeping Berlie safe.

3 teenagers that they don't know that they have powers more powerful then a actual god or a devil after that they decided to be superheroes the first and only superheroes of the multiverse

Kenji Kaito is a 23 year old unemployed slacker. He spends his days playing video games, reading, and nothing else particularly useful. It is only until one fateful day that he realizes that there is something special about himself. He has psychic powers.