American Dust

"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."

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.}

He was an orphan with mediocre aptitude and a humble background. Through perseverance and an unwillingness to settle for mediocrity, he practiced cultivation desperately. By a stroke of luck, he awakened the Ancient Martial Soul, long extinct in this world, and from that moment on, his rise was unstoppable, like a comet soaring high, embarking on a cultivation journey to dominate the world. Starting as a beggar who was bullied by others, he began to shine with each step, entering into an era of chaos where Sects are numerous, talents abound, the Ten Thousand Clans vie for power, and human heroes emerge one after another in a vast and magnificent world. With the Tyrant Sky Martial Spirit, he vowed to forge his own myth!

He had received the most lavish praises, and he had harvested the nastiest curses. He was a guy whose every vein pulsed with defiance. He was a white boy who could never become a celebrity. He was a youth from the countryside in the eyes of the masses. He was Tommy Hawk. He had been reborn. Welcome to the story that tells of the American Dream in the first half and the American nightmare in the second. Let's invite Tommy Hawk to take the stage, in the winter of 2022.

Under the sky of history, whether you love or not, you are merely a speck of dust. No matter who you are, what you can grasp is only yourself.

In the year 1995, a crystalline meteor hurtled towards Earth and crashed in the forests of Aomori, spreading clouds of mysterious dust upon its impact. These dust clouds contain a mysterious substance that turns children and teenagers alike into Espers, human beings gifted with supernatural powers known as Sigils. Some have telekinetic powers, others can control elemental properties and some of them have mind-control powers. As time passes, Espers faces prejudice from normal people due to their powers, fearing that they might replace them. Some of them even think that Espers must be eradicated. There are even people who want to capture Espers and exploit their Sigils. On that day, an organization dedicated to researching and defending these supernatural youngsters known as Lazuline was formed. They even built a paradise for them known as Azure City, an artificial island located on the temperate waters of Sagami Bay, Japan. However, Azure City was just a temporary solution to the Espers. Eldritch beings known as Deviants invaded the city and the shadow of a mysterious consortium loomed upon its supernatural inhabitants, and they must fight back for their rights to live. These are the stories of their struggles and their daily life amidst the threat posed by the evil forces. Cover illustration by Reei_ReIN Original character design and story concept by Farhan Gustama Hartono and Alfredo Chandra Special thanks to Gregorio Corigliano, Jacob Furrier, Grant Felix, Rizqy Abd, DJLordSuzaku, Bernice Neoh and Tatyina

Nous rêvons tous. Avec le temps certains d'entre nous oublie nos rêves. Les cauchemars quant à eux sont plus mémorables. Dust souhaite que son rêve soit exaucé, et pour cela il doit survivre aux cauchemars. ( ce concentre sur l horreur mais les deux personnages principaux vont être engagés dans une romance hommeXhomme)

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

We all dream. With time some us forget them. Nightmares are more memorable. Dust, wanted his dream to be fullfilled, for that he need to survive nightmares.

The Crown of the Kingdom is purchased in blood and bodies alone. Once the Kingdom of Ethereo was the fuel of the world, but times have changed and it has fallen from Grace, and only dust remains. Torn apart by the civil war, five kingdoms under the legends of rebellion rise and fight against each other. The victor of this war will be remembered as the lord of wits, gold, tactics and people. For that bloo and trust must spill for all. Which kingdom will rise to see themselves rule over the White Throne? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In a world on the brink of destruction, a fierce battle rages between the third-generation savior, Aiden, and an enigmatic adversary. The stakes are unimaginably high as Aiden fights to save humanity from this unknown man whose name and motives remain mysterious. As the dust settles from their devastating clash, Aiden stands victorious, questioning his fallen foe with a mix of defiance and triumph. The journey to uncover this powerful enemy's true identity and intentions has only just begun.

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.

A man found an expensive-looking vase on the street and took it back home. Suddenly, this vase started disappearing into dust, creating a small black hole and sucking Lucas in. When he woke up, he couldn't believe the sight in front of him.

How far can a person's mind break? before it finally shatters into dust...or becomes indestructibly firm? witness the rise of the hero who suffered in silence but sought vengeance against the 'reality' that took his innocence and freedom, and is trying to take more.

In the vast universe, the rise and fall of a star system is merely a fleeting shimmer of light. Gazing up at the starry sky evokes a sense of predetermined sorrow—where will you and I be in a thousand years? Our homes, our nations, the flames of civilization, Earth—they are all just a speck of dust in the depths of space...

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. ```

... The tribesmen call it the Silicon King. They don't understand much, but they think its an ancient God from before the Wars; before it all. The King shelters them from the Wastelands, letting them live deep inside its fortress of steel, surrounded by strange production lines and strange metal men that marched and toiled without end, and in return the tribesmen bring offerings of scrap electronics and corrupted PDAs...

Kokushibo is the second strongest demon and is a master swordsman, but their are many characters have unique features that make them powerful as well. Taking these features and arriving in the Naruto world during the warring states period is hard but my potential is great. At least no one has Dust Release, yet.

There is a king who is full of demons.How about giving a hand? Imagine a magical early age universe... Eorwen, who lives in this universe, is the son of a merchant father. - this family, whose lives are going smoothly, is happy with their lives. - the kingdom, which has emerged from the civil war, is trying to recover. - The king killed his three brothers. after he was finished, he blew a dust from mount orkhum into the kingdom and erased almost everyone's memory. - but not everyone has been impressed. Revenge will be written in blood. Eorwen and her companions get deeper into the events day by day.

What would happen if instead of light, people lived in the dark? That was the question that Shana Shard, a human being that lived on Earth in the world of light faced when she fell into an inescapable abyss filled to the brim with venomous snakes. And now thrust into the hell that was the dark abyss, she shall face nightmares like no other, acidic rains that melt steel, abominations of flesh that craved for more, Titanic insects that devoured bone and many more things. Follow her as she faces the fears etched deep into her soul and triumphs all that the world of the dark throws at her. "I will grind you into dust Light Seeker" That is if she just had enough time that is.

Veronica is a 16-year-old teenager like any other, an American girl from the town of Sweet Hills. She is an optimistic, studious girl, perhaps a bit dull compared to her classmates. Nothing bad is said about her. But Veronica hides dark secrets... She kills for money. This is the story of how Veronica became a professional hitwoman.

Ryo Jackson is a 20 year old Japanese American swimmer who lost his parents and sister in a tragic accident. He is forced by his aunt to accept the invitation of a prestigious and fancy university that’s situated in the middle of nowhere as a scholarship student. What happens when he discovers a new world that leaves him completely bewildered and scared. Will he be able to endure the hardship and bullying? Or will he hide behind the protection of the school’s bad boy and Alpha, Asher Hunter.

After suffering a debilitating stroke that left him in a vegetative state, the once-indispensable genius writer, Kwon Eugene, finds himself in a startling situation. Inexplicably, he regresses back to his high school years in the United States. With the memories of his past accomplishments, including topping worldwide bestseller lists, he begins to wonder if the challenges of his teenage years might now seem easier in comparison. As he navigates this unexpected journey through time, Eugene is faced with the opportunity to rewrite his life’s story in ways he never imagined.

Is the American Dream just an illusion? Bayo, an outsider with a sharp mind, is thrust into the complex reality of American life. Here, ideals clash with harsh realities, and survival hinges on navigating a world of power struggles and hidden agendas. Bayo's perspective challenges the status quo, forcing him to confront societal injustices and question the very essence of the American Dream. Will his fight for eternal freedom shield him or lead him down a dangerous path? =================== Disclaimer This story is a blend of history and imagination. While I've approached the time period of 1947-1950s with respect, I've also taken creative liberties to craft a compelling narrative. Names, actions, and even some cultural references are fictionalized for storytelling purposes. Think of it as a tribute to Yoruba culture, not a strict historical account. My aim is to spark interest and understanding, not mislead.

"What are you doing in here" she heard a cold angry voice in the small dark room."w-w- who is there " she stuttred looking around to see who is it, and 'click' the lights came on, her eyes widened in horror on realizing the locker room she ran into. She tried hard not to drool on his shirtless sweaty body and tatoo's,cause she ran away from a dog only to end up in a lions den. Such bad luck."a..a ..a"she said trying to find the right words." Am sorry I'll leave immediately" she said trying to bolt out of there but her arm was held in a firm grip. His dark eyes starring down at her with a sinister smile. "You wanna go just like that"he asked and tilt his head, her heart dropped into her stomach. She just got into a more bigger trouble. Jasmin snow a simple carefree girl,daughter of a multi billionaire who craves for a new environment, a new life a new highschool,where no one knows her as the billionaires daughter,she wanna have true friends.her wish finally came true as her family of three moved to new York ,and there she begins a new life in a new school,she thought she could finally have peace,but everything changed when she came across the wolves. Who are the wolves ? Will she find the peace she desires or will she be entangled in the games of love deception and lust. Find out in this interesting ride of teen highschool love

Marina Pierce a straightforward American girl, is trying to carve her path in and life finds herself in many unfortunate situations. The cause of her recent troubles the gorgeous tourist named Shin TaeWoo who might also be a famous K-Idol on an American tour and who also might be her new roommate. Will love be able to reach these two from completely different worlds, or will it be lost in translation.

A Royal family renowned for their illustrious name and fame, A family full of pride and rage, A Family for which everyone bows their head - The Agnihotri's. This story is about boys who possess a unique blend of qualities - they are cold, rude, powerful, self-assured, confident, and charming. They have an undeniable allure, despite the devilish side they sometimes exhibit. Their faces radiate heavenly looks, yet their personality is made by the Devil. This combination of traits makes them fascinating and captivating to those around them, drawing them in with an irresistible force. The boys' personalities are complex and intriguing, offering a glimpse into the complexity of human nature. What if the lives of those boys intertwine with those of the girls who are brimming with passion? The ones who know how to put everything in its rightful place, and who refuse to bow their head to anyone. Who can predict the tale of these four couples, each distinct from the other?