Altered States

At the stroke of midnight, four people are summoned to a different place. There, the Trials await. Eldritch forests, bleeding alters, and gods who wear the facades of death for entertainment. Here, survival is not just a fight. It is life. At midnight, the Light left this world.

Follow the story and rise of a warrior from a family that once ruled the mighty Roman Empire, but after centuries now on another continent, he needs to establish himself as the man who will unify what the Western Romans created in the New World. Augustus Theodosius Maximus will face great enemies such as the frenchs, english, spanish and even the prussians.This alternative history takes place in the 18th century and 19th century , in which what would be the current United States, Mexico, Canada and Cuba, would be the Caesarian Empire that lasted from 486 to 1648, when the province of New Rome was taken by the Dutch and a few years later sold to the English and establishing territories in the former Caesarian provinces, leaving only a few Caesarian states made of buffer states such as the Grand Duchy of New Ravenna (state of Florida in real life), the Serene Republic of Londinium (state of Alabama in real life) and the Praetorian Confederacy (state of Tennessee in real life).So expect a series of upheavals, coups d'état and revolutions in the Caesarean provinces lost to the Europeans, as the period of reunification will last from 1772 until 1815.

Meet Kane Hope. A teen who escaped the floods that ravaged his home when the poles shifted. Countries collapsed and power alliances formed. All the history of The Republic Of Calimet, when it was part of a country called the United States, seems to be forgotten. He must discover his society for himself, what it means to believe, and save his home and what is left of his family. The world doesn't wait for anyone, and he must make his way.

From the proud son of heaven who looked down on hundreds of states in the past, he became a useless person who could no longer practice in this life. Three years later, he got another opportunity and embarked on an unprecedented road. Body Town...

In a world where superhumans exist, these beings are both revered and feared by society, and their existence has drastically altered the world balance of power. Satoru Toshio, a highschool student who awakens incredible powers finds himself caught in a complex web of conflicts involving other superhumans, government agencies, and shadowy power-hungry organizations. A world that is divided between those who seek to use superhumans for their own gain and those who aim to protect humanity from potential dangers.

The Great Qin Empire is a sweeping historical novel chronicling the rise and fall of the Qin state. Emerging from the ferocious competition among rival warlords, the Qin Empire established a powerful, unified dynasty and pioneered a new Iron Age civilization. Yet it lasted only 15 years, vanishing like a fleeting meteor. Within this dramatic historical arc lie countless legendary tales of heroes, statesmen, and their intertwined fates-noble or wicked, heroic or ordinary-all composing a grand historical symphony. The social framework and cultural traditions forged by the Qin Empire continue to shape Chinese life today, forming a cornerstone of the nation's spiritual identity. The Qin Empire rose through ruthless competition, embodying the pragmatic, innovative spirit of its era. It championed legalism, sweeping reforms, centralized governance, and relentless state-building. Over 160 years and six generations of rulers, it achieved a revolutionary transformation, unifying China and ushering in a new Iron Age civilization that redefined agricultural society. This monumental literary work vividly portrays Qin's arduous journey from near-collapse to dominance during the Warring States period (475-221 BCE). Beginning with Duke Xiao of Qin, the state pursued reforms and modernization through generations of unyielding effort, ultimately conquering rival states to unify China.

Zhao Feng was reincarnated into the Qin state during the Warring States period, precisely at the time when the legendary Qin Shi Huang unified the six states. Zhao Feng reached the age for conscription and was assigned to the logistics troops, responsible for battlefield cleanup and corpse retrieval. The logistics troops were not known for their combat prowess and usually handled miscellaneous tasks. However, for Zhao Feng, it was paradise. By touching corpses: +1 Strength, +1 Speed, +1 Physique, +1 Spirit, +1 Longevity By touching elite corpses: +5 Strength, +5 Longevity By killing enemies, the attributes received doubled: +10 Strength, +10 Longevity With the collected attributes, Zhao Feng grew stronger and stronger, capable of breaking down city gates with a single punch and shattering mountains with another. Thanks to the collected longevity, he even achieved immortality. Zhao Feng relished his role in the logistics troops!

In a world where Science meets the Arcane, a time where the surreal bridges upon the factual, an Era in which the physical and metaphysical unify against one common threat. This threat can be seen anywhere, from outside the cottage of a man who struggles with his own isolation, shouting "I cannot be taken yet, for hope has not deserted me!!!" or in the tranquil embrace of nature, where a young man lives among the roots and vines thinking "The Mother of Roots will surely save me", only to find themselves vanished anyhow. Whether meek or the pinnacle of excellence all seems to fade when the "Outers" walk the soils. Explore the world of Alter-Grey in all its facets and uncover mysteries beyond comprehension, knowledge so pure that you might as well be fiction in its suffocating truths, sometimes curiosity is not sated only to kill the cat, but instead uses it to unravel everything. So I ask you this, are you curious enough to brave the Outer? Are you strange to the ways of man or are you mundane? either way I suppose it doesn't really matter. Join a select few Astrals on this journey and see how far the strings of fate take you.

Lady Elysia, a noble from a struggling country, runs away in search of a better life. Along the way, life-changing events unfold, and choices are made that alter the course of many lives. This tale of tragic romance is one you won’t want to miss.

Leon Vale’s world disappeared as a mysterious body wiped every human from Earth. Powerful individuals called Ascendants did not even stand a chance against the exterminators. Not to mention a dungeon porter like Leon. But his life changed on acquiring a system that not only got him to live again. But also altered reality at will. The Paradox System. Join Leon as he rides the waves in a dystopian world filled with scary monsters, ruthless Houses, Orders, and regressors.

Synopsis: A Prince’s War: Rewriting Kashmir’s Fate Karan Malhotra, a 26-year-old corporate worker from 2024, never expected his life to end under the wheels of a speeding truck. But fate had other plans. Waking up in 1943 as Karan Singh, the son of Maharaja Hari Singh, ruler of Jammu and Kashmir, he finds himself at the crossroads of history. With World War II raging, India's independence movement at its peak, and Kashmir caught in the storm of political upheaval, Karan must navigate a turbulent era where every decision shapes the future. The Quit India Movement has shaken British rule, Subhas Chandra Bose has allied with Japan, and the fate of princely states hangs in the balance. Armed with knowledge from the modern world, can Karan alter the course of history? Will he fight to keep Kashmir independent, align with India, or forge an entirely new path? As he battles political intrigue, power struggles, and his own father’s rule, Karan must decide—will he be a mere spectator of history or a kingmaker who rewrites it? A story of power, destiny, and the burden of knowing the future—where India’s freedom and Kashmir’s fate rest in the hands of a man from another time.

Overnight, the world's common sense changed. But then... "It's common sense that erect penises are cared for with wet pussies, right?" "Customer, shall I milk it for you? Or would you like to milk it yourself?" "We promised when we were young! That I'd become your ona**le!" This is more enjoyable than I thought? Harem | Erotic | Incest

The story follows Seris, a former guardian of a ruined city, now stripped of her title, her memories, and her purpose. The Bleeding has altered her body, her mind, and her very soul. She is haunted by visions of a place she once called home—a place she can't remember but feels deeply connected to. All she knows is that a dark force, an unnamed god of the Hollow, is slowly consuming the remnants of Ashwael, and she is somehow tied to its undoing.

Luke has transmigrated to the United States, but eventually realizes that this United States is different from the United States of his previous life. Here, the superpowers and characters from the movies in his previous life actually exist. How will Luke fare in a world where such terrifying superpowers exist? Fortunately, he has a cheat – the Super Detective System. Join Luke on his new journey toward becoming a detective.

In a world ravaged by wars and sun-driven chaos, the remains of humanity clings to survival within the singular haven of Utopia. Dr. Umami Christopher unveils the Twilight 6000—a device meant to shield against the sun's lethal touch. Instead, its activation triggers cosmic upheaval, casting Earth into shadow and humanity into an existence where humans become shadow-like still retaining their dimensions. As Utopia navigates this altered reality, the "Shadow Saga" unfurls, revealing mysteries, strange abilities, and the struggle for survival against cosmic forces in a world forever changed by twilight.

This is just a quick story with a funny ending... hope you enjoy!!! (Synchron has the power of quantum entaglement, the Observer can see and define all quantum states, and the Decoherence has the ability to force quantum systems into a single, defined state... and Lebron is just... well he's just Lebron...

Seon never meant to have oridinary from the day he set foot outside from hell of the orphanage yet he survived hiding all his traces but continuing to stir trouble for that place for all the grief he suffered he ought to pay back them days went on by as seon eventually evanged sucessful and thought to life his normally a sudden earth quake resuce spoiled all his plans and dragged him into unknown place a place which is hidden from rest of the world with all mysthical instances his journey begins as he gains a power from the life and death battle from the legendary wolf king it throws his out balance and emerges new memories he urgently needs answers to all questions his life was at stake due to emerging power in his body he once again had to abandon his achievement and join a mysterious journey with an unknown person to buried legendary castles of souls which was said he gone 2000 years ago

A young, brand new truck driver learns the ropes of the trucking industry and lessons on life as he treads the roads of the United States with a series of misfit trainers and co-drivers. Getting into misadventures and omnishambles while dealing with outrageous dangers and hazards on the road, Andrew struggles to reach his ultimate goals: to drive a million miles, and a make a million dollars.

A collection of short stories set in the realm of Zvyozdy, a world once full of magic, which is forever changed after one man fundamentally alters the 'mechanics' of reality itself. Life's a game, and everyone must play.

'Of course, I am pretty and admired by many Even pacifists line up to prey Furthermore, I am ugly, look close behind my smile you will see a tongue rich in decay' Such a wonderful mind he has! She is very lucky to have met someone like him - it goes both ways. No, it is not a love story, it is way more beautiful than that.

Isaac Mahoka, a boy with a dream of following his path inspired by his mother in a cold world based on a false meritocracy of the world, decided to join a new elite school that was opened to the whole world known as, The International Requiem Academy. This school was officially named the elite amongst the elites that will help determine one's social status once you graduate. How will our protagonist venture into this new world he’ll enter? Will he achieve what he wants? Or will his path be altered?

In a futuristic semi-dystopia ruled by interplanetary governments and mega-corporations, power isn’t just everything—it’s survival. And Jack Vales? He has no idea who he really is. For years, his life has been filled with holes—days missing, moments lost. When a heist gone wrong leaves him dead, he wakes up the next day very much alive. No scars. No explanations. Just a lingering feeling of unease. As he hunts for answers, Jack comes to a haunting realization—he’s not alone in his own mind. There are others living within him. Not just voices—identities. Each with their own skills and agenda. He's soon thrust into a ruthless world where the powerful prey on the weak and survival means staying one step ahead. But they have no idea what they're truly up against. Because Jack isn’t just one man. HE IS A LEGION.

The vampire dives into vampire lore, and follows the most ruthless and vicious vampire of all time. Why did he do the things that he did? Was there a reason behind everything? The prophecy states that Amon will either fight for the side of light or for Lucifer. What possible reason could the most feared vampire in a millennium want to join God himself? His SOULMATE! In this book it’s doesn’t just explain vampire lore but werewolves, witches, Gods, Angel and demons.

The life of a nerd in the United States of Nations is hard, even after the dungeon gates. Gaming and fighting dork Django Djaru Desmond, with a badass name, hates school, and the dislike is mutual. Every day, he faces relentless bullying from the gangs of Nation High, one of many schools involved in a gang war. But thanks to his father his life takes a change on his first day of school... He is going to kill his father for this.

An action-packed, expandable race that starts in Hollywood, ends in Spain, and later continues. Racing teams partner up and then race from state to state, country to country, and continent to continent, trying to get ahead of the other racers so they can win. If something terrible happens to a racing team, they might get disqualified from the race and then get replaced with another team, but they might be seen again and then get let back in the race.

Suatu hari dunia berada diambang kehancuran oleh sosok yang merepresentasikan kejahatan yaitu Alter God. Sosok yang dapat membuat semua orang diem tak bersuara saat mendengar namanya itu. Tapi umat manusia mempunyai cahaya harapan pada Reishin, seorang yang mempunyai kekuatan yang besar dan sangat kuat untuk melawan Alter God. Namun, umat manusia dikejutkan dengan fakta bahwa dia dan partynya telah gugur dimedan perang. Dan dia terbunuh oleh Alter God. Tapi suatu hari dia terbangun di Gua tempat peristirahatan yang telah ia pilih. Karena kesempatan emas itulah dia tidak ingin menyianyiakannya, dia bersumpah akan membalaskan dendamnya dan rekan-rekannya yang telah gugur dalam medan pertempuran.

In a large state called a lagos, one of the largest states in Nieria. A boy with weird train of thought and acting lived within this state. Being born into spiritual prophecies generally claiming he was going to be a great man of God, and then having a lot of expectations placed on him. But then what happens when this said boy also had his on thoughts and ideas, ambition and wishes. Follow Emmanuel as he tries his possible best to balance his numerous lifestyle while trying to reach the peak in them. Wacth out for his descisions and how they could possibly affects his life and path to the peak. And also to know whether he went against God's designs for him, or whether it was all path of Gods plan.

Sai Shido lived a typical life as an average office worker in a world where supernatural beings remained hidden from humans. However, everything changed when he found himself in a horrid situation that altered his life forever. This transformative change was both a blessing and a curse, thrusting him into a new world of the supernatural and responsibilities. Now, he must embark on a new journey as an exorcist, navigating the challenges of his newfound abilities.

Colaboración con Leo Alcaraz Oliver. En las afueras de una tranquila ciudad, todo se torna oscuro cuando gente empieza a desaparecer. Cuento escrito exclusivamente como especial de Halloween 2022 Imagen de StockSnap en Pixabay