Contemporary Gothic Horror

Russell Thorne, a washed-up musician descends into a city plagued by eternal night. The sky is pitch black, and an oppressive energy hums in the air. The city itself is a labyrinth of gothic architecture, decayed and twisted. Russell witnesses the Sovereigns—vampire-like beings that rule the city. They harvest the blood of enslaved humans, maintaining their lifespans. The people live in constant fear, hiding or serving the Sovereigns. He learns that in this world, music holds an incredible, dangerous power, capable of altering reality itself. He discovers that musicians here are either revered or feared for their ability to wield such power. With the gift from his world, Russell pushes forward in a dark, treacherous world, finding himself at the edge of survival on every turn.

[You’ve successfully killed an Elder Draco Serpent (SSS) and gained 125,000,000 Exp] [Lifesteal activated!] [You've stolen 50,000 blood and a thousand years' worth of life force] [Power absorption activated!] [Pick one ability from the following: Destroyer's Breath(SS), Poisonous Blood(S), Bizzard(B)] [Ding!] [Conditions are met, do you wish to undergo the trial and upgrade your class to Blood Monarch(SS)?] —————————————————————————————————— Liu Kang was training alongside his clan members when an elder conspiracy almost killed him. However, a masked figure tore through space, attacking the group and rescuing Kang. Revealing his identity, the masked figure showed Kang his power and offered him the chance to become like him. Fueled by the desire for strength and revenge, Kang dismissed the consequences and sacrificed himself to the mask, transforming himself into a monster and granting him a system with limitless potential. [Disclaimer: This is not a Pokémon harem, this is an ANTI-VILLAIN not a villain's story, and the system messeges in the synopsis are purely examples] Extra TAGs: #Guild-Building | #Cold-blooded | #Anti-Villain | #Genius

"The Forest of Eclipsed Horrors" plunges readers into a nightmarish forest where a group of strangers awakens with no memory of how they arrived. As they struggle to find a way out, they encounter eerie phenomena and a sinister entity that preys on their fears. One by one, the forest claims its victims, leaving the survivors increasingly isolated and terrified. The story weaves psychological horror with a creeping sense of dread, exploring themes of isolation, trust, and the unknown. With each step deeper into the woods, the line between reality and nightmare blurs, creating a chilling, immersive experience.

Lothair is a serial killer who detest imperfection on human’s facial features, which resulted in him having a compulsory behavior of wanting to strip people’s faces. After he dies, he finds himself as Narcissus, a beautiful and adorable female NPC inside a state-of-the-art VRMMO world of the latest craze called Fallen Carcosa Online. But despite being a fantasy-filled game, the world feels strangely realistic. Too realistic, even. Game-like systems and magic exist but so do plagues, politics, economy, and the horror hidden in plain sight. When pried open, an actual human-like anatomy can be seen beyond the skin of the NPC’s face—with little to no censor. Everything feels too immersive. Except Narcissus, Lothair’s new identity. When Narcissus tried to scrape off the face of her new adorable body, she found an abyssal void with little to no end. This story marks the birth for the King in Yellow. - Warning, this story contain: Male-to-Female Genderbend, GL/Yuri, Occasional Futa MC, Yanderes, Harem, Self-Cest. - Follow the creative and attentive Narcissus, a nuanced former serial-killer who will gradually becomes stronger, experienced, maddening, horrifying, but also mature, wise, conflicted, and complex—in this near-endless journey. Where souls unsung and tears unshed. In the land of Lost Carcosa.

[WARNING]: [There could be horror, erotic details and information in this story, and probably a lot of swearing.]

Aleneo is the beloved prince of the Dark Kingdom. Known for his human beauty, his conceitedness has only furthered his popularity among fairies. At the age forty-five, the tournament held to crown the next king has arrived. But when an attack of humans at the wrinkle where the human territories start, Aleneo must face something greater than a tournament for his right to the throne—the Dark Prince which whom he'd been swapped with as a baby. ~A Dark Fairy Horror~

WARNING >DARK ROMANCE WITH HORROR

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In a world where technology and all humanity had built dilapidated by a mysterious abyss. Supernatural forces reign as humans awaken with incredible powers and face off against mutated creatures. Eri discovers he's a Vampire with a Horror System, thrusting him into a dangerous new reality. As Eri navigates this treacherous world, he must master his abilities and confront dark forces threatening humanity's very existence. Join Eri on an epic adventure filled with magic, mystery, and redemption in a world where the line between reality and fantasy is blurred. Get ready for a thrilling journey where the impossible becomes possible. Undergoing major edits before the final chapters are released... Then completion

Charles Bennett, a fifty-year-old man with a passion for watching horror livestreams, never imagined that his obsession would lead to his own terrifying fate. After a fatal car accident, Charles expected to face the afterlife, but instead, he was reborn in 2018—the peak era of YouTube. Along with his new life came an eerie system: the Horror Live Broadcast System. The rules were simple yet terrifying. Charles had to survive in haunted locations, live-streaming his experience from midnight to six a.m. Ghosts would appear, and terror was guaranteed. If he made it through the night, he'd receive $100,000 and supernatural tools. But failure? Unthinkable. Now, traveling the globe, Charles explores the world’s darkest, most haunted places, where each week brings a new challenge. He’s no longer a spectator of fear—he’s the star of a nightmare broadcast for an audience hungry for horror.

When a programmer founds himself trapped in his own horror game he expected to suffer in a world filled with abominations and nightmares. But when he unintentionally possessed the body of the game secret boss things turned weird. Now trapped inside an advanced area and having no way to escape other than deceiving the game protagonists into freeing him, the new secret boss starts his adventure, though the suffering still remains.

What happens when the walls you had built to shut out the world are the only things keeping you safe from a zombie apocalypse? Meet Ethan Parker, a stay-at-home freelancer who thought he had life figured out. Working from home, avoiding the outside world, and living in a self-created sanctuary, Ethan's lifestyle was perfectly designed for isolation. But when the undead began to roam and society unraveled, he found himself unprepared for the chaos closing in. If you would like to read about other stories written by me, you can check them out here: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=digital-text&rh=p_27%3ADarkodia+D

A collection of short horror stories.

Ang mga nakasulat rito ay base sa mga eksperyensa nang mga taong nakausap ko at ang iba naman ay kathang isip lang. Kayo na ang humusga kung saan doon ang totoo at kathang isip.

A sudden and unprecedented event occurred and took place on Earth. A fissure instantly appeared in the clear blue sky, revealing a void devoid of any light beyond, instantly covering the whole planet, leaving no Life, no Hell, and no Paradise behind... Hence the start of a new chaos and a great beginning of life devoid of any hope began. In this apocalypse and lawless world without any limits set upon its beings, a silent dark wisp took form. A wisp that was bound to become the Horror of All was born... "Wait… I’ve become a Ghost?!" _______________________________ Bonus Chapter; Power Stones, 200 PS = 1 Chapter 400 PS = 2 Chapters 600 PS = 3 Chapters ... Golden Ticket, 100 GT = 1 Chapter 200 GT = 2 Chapters 300 GT = 3 Chapters.

All living beings have something they fear. But then what do the gods fear? They stand at the peak of the world. There shouldn’t be anything they fear…right? Well it turns out, all gods fear one person. Lucian Elysia. But who is this… being? And how come every god fears him? Read and find out —————————————————— The cover I used is not mine! If the creator wants me to take it down then he/she can contact me. Personal goal: 14 chapters/week Actual: 8 chaps/week release time: 23:59 Paris time (A.N: currently on hold) For illustrations join my discord server Discord server: https://discord.gg/muDMjJXv5h

A slightly horror story

**Synopsis of "VLp: The Horror of the Masked Rabbits"** In a world in ruins, where justice has become an illusion, a new force of terror emerges in the dark streets of Zerk. Billy Killer, a 55-year-old man who hides behind a blue rabbit mask, is the leader of a feared and revered community: the VLp, the community of masked rabbits. Founded on their insatiable quest for revenge and the belief that failed justice must be met with horror, the VLp feeds on fear and death, turning the city into a hunting ground. Billy, dressed in a black jacket adorned with spikes, pants that reflect his brutality and an equally menacing mace, has no mercy for anyone - men, women, children or the elderly are all equally targeted in his path of destruction. His only motivation is to terrorize, to provoke panic and to see the horror written on the faces of his victims. As the community expands, his followers follow suit, transforming Zerk into a living nightmare. As the horrific crimes pile up, the town is divided between those who fear the masked rabbits and those who seek justice. But in a land where justice is lacking, who can stop Billy Killer and his legion of followers? In a deadly game of cat and mouse, terror becomes the only constant, and the line between good and evil blurs amidst the chaos. Brace yourself for a dark and disturbing journey, where the true face of horror will be revealed. "VLp: The Horror of the Masked Rabbits" is a horror, drama and suspense story that challenges the boundaries of morality and questions how far one man will go in search of power and control, as the town of Zerk sinks into an abyss of blood and fear.

Horror comedy

Samson Frodd popularly known as Loud in this contemporary male leading romance, goes through an unconscious transition of spreading love to spreading legs. Samson is what the lover boy is called, while Loud is what the playboy is called. Loud attends his homeboy and new friend's birthday party at the Cave City where he meets quite a pretty, properly shaped and captivating Melanie (Ashley), of whom he claims to be the one. COULD SHE BE THE ONE?

-Read my new book Nightmare Mythos!! [WSA 2024] ‘This is the end of my Horrors,’ A timeless proverb handed down through generations A mantra for the departing, a solace for the soul, A conclusion for their nightmarish days. … Following the catastrophic event known as the Cursed Era, Earth descended into a dystopian apocalyptic age where humanity grappled with the aftermath. The once-familiar territories became contested grounds as ‘Horrors’, otherworldly creatures, claimed what was once belong to humans Geniuses from centuries were born yet no matter what, humans can’t take back what has been there. The endless struggle of reclaiming the land still remained until the current day. As if it was fate for humans to struggle until the end. Gin Vence, a graduate of The Academy Of The Privileged, had no choice but to move onto a site which everyone from the graduates of the said academy was supposed to do as they will now be starting to serve the military. Yet, with strange and mysterious encounters on the site, Gin's fate changed after that one particular day.

"Dark Devil Arrives" follows the harrowing tale of Emily Whitaker, a young woman who finds herself alone in her family's ancient manor during a violent storm. When a mysterious figure cloaked in darkness appears, Emily learns that her family is bound by a centuries-old pact with a malevolent entity known as the Dark Devil. The pact demands a soul, and Emily, being the last of the Whitakers, is now the one to be claimed. As Emily desperately searches for a way to break the ancient contract, she uncovers chilling secrets about her family's history and the sinister deal that binds them. Faced with the relentless threat of the Dark Devil and the ever-looming storm outside, Emily must delve into forgotten rituals and unravel cryptic messages hidden within her family's past. Each step she takes could be her last, and with the Dark Devil's presence growing stronger, the stakes have never been higher. In a race against time, Emily’s courage and resourcefulness are tested as she fights to survive and reclaim her freedom. Will she uncover the key to breaking the pact, or will the Dark Devil finally come home to claim what is rightfully his? "Dark Devil Arrives" is a gripping blend of supernatural suspense and gothic horror, exploring themes of fate, family legacy, and the struggle between good and evil.

Waking up from a nightmare several hours before dawn, Belle fetched a drink of water. She paused in front of her kitchen's window when she noticed a lit lantern in front of her mansion's garden. Her butler stood there, shovel in hand. This was no hour to be gardening. Curious, she made her way outside, but when she had gotten close enough to see a large and hollow pit next to her eternally-stoic and polite butler, she saw him pick up a rotten body. A DEAD BODY! Her eyes widened fearfully when she saw her handsome butler drop the rotting body into the fresh hole. She asked in horror, "What are you doing?!" Surprised to see his young miss awake at this hour, he stared at her with the same expression he had been keeping up for all these years. He had made sure she was asleep before coming here. "Gardening." "And the body?!" she looked at him in disbelief. "Fertilizer," he answered her before picking up the shovel that was on the ground. Belle was now certain something had possessed her butler. Who gardened dead bodies?! She then heard him ask her, "Want to help me in planting it, Miss Adams?" he gave her a sweet smile. Note: If you enjoy a book of comedy with light-hearted romance and a gothic background. This book is for you~

Amidst the raging storm outside - bang, crack, rumble - a young boy named Kurt was sound asleep under the sturdy roof of the local school. Despite the chaos outside, the raindrops tapping against the window panes created a soothing atmosphere, and Kurt snuggled deeper into his warm blankets. Little did Kurt know, the storm outside was just the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that would take him on a remarkable journey. Meanwhile, two beings were flying through the storm at the speed of light, in pursuit of a shard that held immense power - power so immense that it could destroy the multiverse. They had been searching for the shard for centuries and would stop at nothing to retrieve it. Suddenly, the shard entered Kurt's body, giving him the shock of his life. He felt a jolt of energy surge through him, and he sat up on the chair, gasping for air. His heart was pounding in his chest, and he couldn't believe what had just happened. The sudden movement caught the attention of the class, causing everyone to look in his direction. The teacher, Mrs. Allen, asked him to stop distracting the class. Kurt apologized and tried to compose himself, but his best friend Mark noticed that something was wrong. "Bro, what was that? You sounded as if you had a heart attack," said Mark, concerned. "It's nothing, Mark. I just had a nightmare," said Kurt, hoping to brush off the strange sensation he had just experienced. "At least don't fall asleep before Mrs. Allen catches you," said Mark with a serious face, reminding Kurt of the strict rules in the classroom. "Okay Mom", said Kurt with a funny face Deep in his thoughts, he feels a strange energy moving through its vein, Focusing that energy surprising him again a game-like system [Congratulations host on obtaining the Nightmare creation system] [Accessing host bio] [Statue] [Name: Kurt Jackson] [Race:Human] [Age: 16] [Health: 10/10- lifespan for 70 years] [Mana:null] [Body(strength, agility, dexterity etc.): 5 ] average human [Intelligent: 6] [Wisdom:3] [Nightmare point:0] Huh!!!!!!

Epic love. It can happen when you least expect it. It can be dangerous, powerful and scary. But it can also be magical, earth shattering and healing. This is a steamy contemporary mafia romance about a damaged anti hero and a strong heroine who falls for him and all his darkness. The male lead is a possessive alpha who would burn the world down just for her.

Aeron, a young man who acquired a high affinity with curses and ghosts from childhood after a tragic car accident, is mystically summoned to a world reigned by the horrors of Haunts and Dark Ruins. People walking the Phantom Hunter path protect the only seven safe locations where humanity can survive fighting Haunts and exploring Dark Ruins with the use of Spirit and Curse power. But no one knew that a foreigner from a different world quietly arrived here at the machination of a certain will. Aeron didn't know who sent him here and how he arrived, but in this world reined by terror, he was liberated. Gods, Devils, Demons, Angels, and whatever cosmic and celestial entities out there....everyone will come to know the name of fear! Join this thrilling tale of the one who will rise to be known as the Harbinger of Dread throughout the reality and beyond. He is the Fear Ruler. He is Phantom Lord. He is Aeron, the First Throne of Horrors! _____ Discord: TE9TCQadbW

SYNOPSIS: Jake (Amanda’s ex-boyfriend) kills Morgan (Amanda’s younger sister) to take revenge because Amanda had broken up with him just because he had told her his deepest secret which was him being a vampire. What even triggered him the most to kill Morgan was the fact that he never knew Morgan even existed, killing her will make the thought of her not existing real. When Amanda gets back from work, she is so excited to tell Morgan the big news about her promotion but getting to her room she find Morgan’s body parts scattered all over the room. After Amanda found out Jake had killed her sister, she kills him and names herself DARKNESS and that’s when she starts killing people.

[Warning: Mature Content] "He's deemed as the villain… but what if his actions were just misunderstood?" __________ [Rabble band of outcasts!] Calm witch~ "I've got a dissociative personality disorder, but I can separate them as individual entities!" Mischievous warrior~ "I've got a high level of potential, I'm a man from hell after all." Bored trickster~ "I've got many stunts up my sleeves, I can make you moan and bleed at the same time!" Me~ "I'm just an honest FBI trainee." ________ In the spirited underside of a world shadowed by the Abyss, Roman, a promising but untested FBI trainee, stumbles into a chilling nightmare. An inexplicable phenomenon unleashed bloodthirsty creatures unlike anything the world has ever witnessed, and in the chaos, Roman finds himself infected. His search for answers throws him into a perilous alliance with a rabble band of outcasts – a calm witch with secrets of her own, a mischievous warrior scarred by encounters with the Abyssal darkness, and a bored trickster hiding a surprising depth of knowledge. Haunted by visions of a looming apocalypse and whispers of an ancient prophecy, Roman must unravel the true secrets of his infection before it consumes him and unleashes the full, chilling might of the Abyss upon the world. The Abyssal stain wrenches within him, a dark melody whispering promises of power and destruction from the very depths of hell. But can Roman resist the Abyss' seductive pull? As his power grows, the line between a protagonist and an antagonist blurs.