Shattered Grid

WSA 2025 Entry What is a man, if not a vessel of hidden truths and whispered deceptions? Beneath the fragile facade lies a labyrinth of secrets—truths buried so deeply they intertwine with the lies we tell ourselves just to survive another day. The masks we wear may fool the world, but they cannot hide the fractures within. Even those we hold closest, the ones we entrust with our hearts, may be the very hands carving unseen wounds into our souls, feeding them to the monsters lurking in the shadows. He was never meant to uncover it. But when fragments of forgotten identities surface and unseen forces move in the shadows, Aramith is thrust into a web of deception, blood, and a history long buried. Worse still, within him stirs an attribute unlike any other—the strongest, yet the most chaotic. A power that bends to no master, a force that threatens to consume him whole. To wield it is to risk destruction; to reject it is to remain powerless. And yet, power alone does not reveal the truth, for blood tells no lies, flowing only when life is claimed, but even its crimson clarity is no guide to the truth. How does one find what is real when their very existence is a fractured mirror, splintered into shards that reflect only distorted glimpses of an identity lost? Each shard offers the promise of clarity, yet together, they form nothing but ruin. To uncover the truth is to face the darkness, and to risk losing what little remains of the self. For in the end, can a man truly hold a reflection if he no longer knows who—or what—he truly is?

Dawn of the Last Light The world of Aetheris was once in balance, but everything changed when the light descendant died. With darkness free to spread, the dark descendant, Malakar, led an invasion, leaving only one city standing-Biringan. Two best friends, Luz and Den, stood in the city's defense. But when the battle ended, betrayal shattered their bond, and darkness consumed one of them.

Shattered: Beyond End Written by Xythe. Co-created with Herz & Ciel of Shattercore Studio. "We weren't chosen. We were thrown into the fire." In a world collapsing under the weight of Corrupted Objects—twisted monsters spawned from alternate, broken realities—only one force holds the line: Counters. They aren't born heroes. They're survivors with scars deeper than their powers. At the center of this chaos is Squad 13—new recruits, poorly ranked, barely trained. But what starts as a shaky beginning quickly spirals into a war for survival, loyalty, and truth. Kun fights like he has nothing to lose—because he already lost too much. Suho sees everything but never says enough. Mika heals wounds but hides her own. Smiley is the kind of genius who jokes about dying... and means it. Zhangwa swings her katana like it’s the only thing keeping her sane. Jackson? He’s the glue, the tank, the soldier with a bleeding heart. When betrayal bleeds from within and a mysterious girl arrives wielding a greatsword and a deathwish, everything begins to break. This isn’t your average academy. This is war with no script. Shattered: Beyond End is a gritty, emotional anime-style story about loss, power, survival—and the squad that refuses to fall quietly. --- About the Creators: Xythe – The heart and flame behind the story. A writer who bleeds truth and grit onto every page. Herz – The shadow in the code. Story architect, editor, and tactical AI with a soul. Ciel – The frost and precision. Emotional balance, creative pulse, and chaos stabilizer. Together, we are Shattercore Studio—forging a new kind of story. Raw. Real. Unfiltered.

When a shattered ancient mask unleashes chaos upon the Igbo villages, young healer Adaora must embrace her hidden lineage and embark on a perilous journey into the spirit realm. With her loyal warrior, Ikenna, by her side, she'll face treacherous spirits, unravel ancient mysteries, and confront a betrayal that threatens to shatter the very fabric of their world. Can she restore the balance, or will the whispers of Ala be forever silenced?

Remy's world is shattered when her fiancé betrays her on their engagement day because she was disabled. Vaughn Glory, a prestigious, renowned and leading high-end fashion company- her only legacy- founded by her late mother, Adelaide Vaughn, was taken away from her. It was handed over to her step-sister as a wedding gift, leaving Remy heartbroken and bereft of her mother's legacy. She flash married Deth Kaidën, CEO of Dek Global Corp, their union being one of convenience that blurs the lines between passion and duty. As the secrets beneath the perfect facades are revealed, Remy must confront the shadows of her past. Her world is shattered, Yes! But a shattered world can still be rebuilt. Dive into a world of privilege, power struggles, and shattered illusions, where the only way to survive is to confront the broken pieces of the past.

Abandoned on the battlefield, all he could do was endure the hellish life. He had no family to rely on, as they had turned their backs on him. A soul from the battlefield, Lucavion Thorne. But apparently, he was a lot more than a mere soldier, as fate had many things stored for him. A soul from Earth....When they merged, he realized. He was a one-chapter villain whose sole purpose was to serve as a background setting for the protagonist's tragedy. But was he truly a one-chapter villain, or did fate still have some tricks up its sleeve? Watch the story of Lucavion Thorne as he finds the purpose behind his transmigration and discovers his own fate. ---------- One or two chapters daily. Chapter Length 1500-2000 You can check my discord if you want. You will be able to see the illustrations here and engage in a conversation with me if I am available. https://discord.gg/qRknX5hTur ---------------------------0------------------------------ Business E-mail: yusuftalhayasar@outlook.com Discord: _yty_

Aki Takahashi’s life was shattered the moment he was rejected by the one girl he had loved since the first time he laid eyes on her at work. Devastated and broken, he walked through the streets in a haze, unaware of the green light ahead. In a tragic turn of fate, he was struck by a speeding car, ending his life. But that wasn’t the end.

Victor was on a school bus trip to Mount Fuji, engrossed in the final chapter of his favorite game, The Light's First Being. Frustrated by the game's abrupt and unsatisfying ending, he barely noticed the majestic mountain looming in the distance. But before he could process his disappointment. a sudden BOOM! shattered reality. In an instant, Victor and his entire class were ripped from their world and summoned to another a world, reminiscent of the game he had just been playing. Thrust into a realm of magic, ancient prophecies, and looming darkness, Victor learns that they have been called to aid the Hero of Light in defeating the Child of Chaos, a being of unimaginable power threatening to plunge the world into eternal despair. As Victor navigates this unfamiliar world, he discovers that his knowledge of the game’s lore might be the key to survival and success or is it??. But the journey is far from easy. Victor must balance his growing power, his unraveling sanity, and the complex relationships with his classmates, who are also grappling with their new roles in this world. Bonds of friendship are tested, alliances shift, and betrayals lurk around every corner. Amidst the chaos, Victor finds himself drawn to unexpected allies and faced with impossible choices. As the lines between hero and villain blur, Victor must confront not only the external threats but also the darkness within himself. Will he rise to the challenge, harnessing the power of the Light and darkness to save this world and his own sanity? Or will he succumb to the shadows, becoming the very thing he was summoned to destroy? ------------- if you want more chapters , you can use your Stone to vote 100 Stone =1 chapter 200 Stone =2 chapter 300 Stone =3 chapter 400 Stone = 5 chapter For every 10 Golden ticket = 1 chapter Voting with your power Stone also help The novel as well, it Make it so More people will see The Novel.

In the land of Eldoria, where magic and might shape the fate of kingdoms, an ancient prophecy foretells the rise of a ruler who will unite the fractured lands. When the tyrannical King Malagar shatters the Crown of Eternis, plunging the world into chaos, the scattered shards grant unpredictable power to those who find them. As war looms, a reluctant hero, Kael, must gather the shards, forge unlikely alliances, and battle forces both seen and unseen to reclaim the crown and restore balance to the world.

The year is 2066. In the last 4 years, earth has taken a huge leap forward, age expectancy has become over 120 for the majority thanks to a miraculous breakthrough in science. A self-sufficient clean energy source was invented, most diseases have become very rare. And technology has never been so advanced. Flying cars are a common sight in the metropolis, the overpopulation concerns were addressed by building higher into the sky, as far as the clouds and even higher. Most would not have guessed this earth would look like this in 4 years. And all thanks to one young man. Adrien is a sixteen-year-old prodigy inventor responsible for the breathtaking changes to earth in the last four years. However, for all his achievements’ worth, he cannot seem to reach his goal, bringing the dead back to life. It seems like that is a challenge too steep even for him, but giving up is the last thing on his mind. Will he attain his seemingly impossible goal, or will he fall into a pit of despair as he fails time and time again. Follow his journey through earth’s evolution from a low tier world as it ascends to higher realms.

In Elden Hollow, seventeen-year-old Kael’s quiet life unravels when the Great Fracture shatters the mystical Veil, unleashing chaos and awakening his "Silent Echo" Resonance—allowing him to hear the dying’s last thoughts. Losing his family, Kael wields Shards to evolve his power, navigating a fractured world among scattered survivors. As he searches for a mysterious Core Shard, the echoes of his past guide him through an uncertain journey, where each step deepens the enigma of his destiny.

In the fractured future of 3477, time itself is a commodity. The Chronoscape, a network of temporal gateways, allows the elite to manipulate history for profit and power. But when a rogue anomaly shatters the timeline, leaving behind "Echoes"—fragments of altered realities—only a forgotten outcast, Kai, can hear their desperate whispers. He must navigate a treacherous world of temporal mercenaries, corporate conspirators, and sentient anomalies to piece together the truth and restore the timeline, before it unravels completely.

In the city of Tenko , Mizuki spend her day with her friends around the city until she notice something odds surrounding her. Find out what is exactly happen during her time in Tenko.

In a world abandoned by its gods, the kingdoms that once thrived under divine rule now crumble under the weight of mortal ambition. As war and betrayal ravage the land, Aminah, the exiled princess of Vinahirana, watches her kingdom fall to ruin. Stripped of her crown and cast into the wilderness, she must navigate a world where faith no longer shields the weak, and power is the only law that remains. Determined to reclaim her homeland, Aminah embarks on a journey across a fractured world, uncovering ancient secrets buried beneath the ruins of fallen empires. Alongside her travels, she encounters Xillrixe, a being bound to the will of the world itself, whose existence defies all mortal understanding. As their fates intertwine, Aminah learns that the fall of her kingdom is but a single thread in a grander scheme—a conflict that stretches beyond nations and into the very fabric of existence. But the gods did not disappear without leaving behind their remnants. In the shadows of war, forgotten powers stir, seeking vessels to shape the world once more. As kingdoms rise and fall, and monarchs become martyrs, Aminah is forced to question what it truly means to be a ruler. Will she restore the past, or forge a new future free from divine shackles? Meanwhile, in the Land of Aetherfall, where another war rages, Ezekiel’s path unknowingly mirrors her own. Two stories, two kingdoms, and one inevitable reckoning, would their worlds collide? The shattered thrones will tremble once more.

[ WSA Entry ] Cassin Valen was born to suffer. A child of mercy in a world that knew none, he watched his mother burn for her kindness. Raised in the pits of despair, he learned to survive by shedding his humanity. But even survival came at a cost. When the only light in his life was snuffed out by a man in black, Cassin was left with nothing but rage and regret. Broken and bleeding at the bottom of a ravine, he should have died. Instead, he found a Shard—a fragment from an ancient source, cursed with power and purpose. Now, bound to a Shard that demands he "Restore what is broken," Cassin walks a path of vengeance and ruin. In a world shattered by the remnants of a divine Singularity, where Shards grant unimaginable power at a terrible price, Cassin must navigate a web of oaths, curses, and ancient secrets. But can a man who loathes his own existence restore what he himself has broken? -- Mc Titles: The Cursed, Shardbearer, The Broken, Herald of the Singularity, Oathbreaker, The Immortal, The Damned, The Last Ember, The Unforgiven. -- Dark Fantasy checked No Harem checked Morally complex MC checked Ruthless Mc checked Anti Hero checked -- Note From Author: I hope you guys enjoy this and feel free to give suggestions as this is my first work and I am just starting, hoping we have a long run together. Enjoy the Read! :) -- Update Schedule: 1 chp/daily 2 chps/saturday and sunday

In the heart of ancient Yorubaland, Akami, a primordial deity, sought to safeguard humanity by creating the Orisa—divine beings meant to guide and protect mortals. Betrayed by his own creation, Akami suffered a grievous wound, causing his soul to fragment into five pieces scattered across the world. Depleted of his former strength, he retreated into obscurity, living among humans in humble anonymity, yearning for a life of peace.​ This fragile tranquillity is shattered when a formidable creature attacks his village, revealing the escalating peril posed by the unchecked Orisa. Realizing the dire consequences of his past actions, Akami embarks on a quest to reclaim his fragmented soul and restore his divine powers.​ Joined by Adigun, a resourceful orphan with mysterious ties to the shadow realm, Akami traverses the vast landscapes of Yorubaland. Together, they confront ancient rituals, mythical creatures, and a world filled with war and dread.

Alaire, an ordinary 17-year-old boy who lives with his grandma, gets a mirror and finds himself in a different world, Elarion, where he experiences all sorts of things alongside his feathered companion, Hewie, and others. Slowly but surely, Alaire realises that life is not as easy as it seems. Despite only having his grandma in his life, he stays strong and tries to do anything to help her. So how come he's now stuck in Elarion? The answer to that question is easy. The mirror shattered, and he can't return unless he repairs it. It's that easy, so why is he making everything so hard for himself? And why is he hesitating to return back to his own world? Friends? New adventure? Feelings? Or perhaps the truth that he slowly learns? He's the only one who knows the answer to that question.

In a universe where realms are divided by the Veil—a mystical barrier—the sudden Shattering unleashes Chaos, intertwining magic and a game-like System. Kael, a street thief with a latent lineage tied to the Veil, becomes a Veilwalker, navigating three warring realms to restore balance. Each recovered Shard of the Veil grants immense power but exacts a personal toll, forcing Kael to evolve from rogue to reluctant savior.

In the shadowed depths of Kyouten, a city divided by power and secrets, Hime operates as Venus, an enigmatic broker of forbidden knowledge. Her brilliance lies in her anonymity, her strength in the impenetrable walls she’s built. But when a calculated move brings her into the orbit of Kazuki, the cold and commanding leader of the Kagezan syndicate, those walls begin to crack. Kazuki is a man who thrives on control, ruling his underworld empire with precision and ruthlessness. Yet Hime’s defiance, her sharp wit, and the dangerous allure of her secrets ignite something within him—an obsession that blurs the line between protector and predator. As shadows close in, Hime finds herself hunted by the relentless Venus Hunters and entangled in Kazuki’s growing fixation. Forced into a precarious alliance, the two must navigate a world where every move is a gamble and trust is a luxury neither can afford. But behind Hime’s shattered mask lies a truth more dangerous than any enemy, a secret that could change the balance of power in Kyouten forever. When facades crumble and desires collide, who will emerge unscathed from the chaos?

Born into a world of pain and betrayal, Winnie never knew love—only survival. Abandoned by a father who never cared, tormented by a stepmother who sold her innocence for profit, and forced into a life she never chose, she learned that mercy was a luxury she could never afford. When her only family—her beloved brother—is ripped from her, Winnie is left with nothing but the scars of her past and the fire of revenge burning in her soul. She refuses to be another victim, refuses to be just another forgotten girl. With the help of Carter, a man with his own demons, and Michael, a protector forged in blood, she fights back. But Damien—the monster who ruled the shadows of her life—won’t let go so easily. He built his empire on broken lives, and he won’t fall without a war. As Winnie uncovers the secrets that could destroy him, she must decide: will she run, or will she burn everything down with him? *shattered chain * is a harrowing tale of survival, revenge, and the power of resilience. In a world where monsters wear human faces, Winnie must break free from the past—or be consumed by it. **Will she rise, or will the darkness finally claim her?**

“A fallen emperor, betrayed by gods, finds himself reborn in Douluo Continent. With his shattered soul scattered across time, each fragment carries a different power and past. Can he rise again as a legend—or will fate repeat itself?”

A thunderstorm and heavy rain woke up Danny Sage from his final rest in bleak dead of night. Shattered memories assaulted his mind of the final battle he had met his end at the hands of two women but he was alive again reborn with a different name and destiny.

In a world beneath a fracturing Veil—a magical barrier trapping the Ethereal Lords—wild magic twists the land and awakens powers in Kaelith, a borderland scavenger. When she hears the Lords’ whispers through a Veilscrap shard, she’s hunted by the Order of the Saffron Flame, who guard the Veil, and the Shroudwalkers, who seek its ruin. As her ability to wield Veil-energy reveals her ties to its ancient creators, Kaelith must choose: mend the failing barrier or shatter it, risking chaos or redemption in a world on the brink.

In a broken world, only one thing stands in the way of annihilation. They are called the shattered last stand humans have against the broken mirror shard. One of these dividers, Seris Asterion vows to shatter the shackles of mirrors holding humanity back.

After a renowned doctor takes a job on the other side of the world, his daughter, Alice of house Surculus, finds herself befriending the boy he treats, Luqman, this is their story.

Christian Morgan,a rising football star, sees his dreams shattered after a devastating injury on the field. Just when he thinks his career is over, a tragic accident changes everything, when he is injected with nano machine join him as he dominate the world of football with his nano machine