Shimmering Science

The Mayan ceremonial dagger had an inscription in the ancient language that read: "Offer thy heart". It's obviously an instruction left by the past inhabitants of this forgotten place, but who would be stupid enough to stab himself in the heart with a rusty old knife found inside a tombstone? After activating my battery pack the dagger shimmers brightly in a cyan light, the creatures are coming, I can hear their steps. 'It's do or die.'

Veronica Rosenblatt is the only daughter of one of the great families of the Belsamel Empire. In the highest privileged society, where infidelity was equated with state treason, Veronica - the offspring of adultery and the dirty stain of six great races grew. Living in the cold shadows of the estate’s corridors, unloving, uncaring, on a short leash so tightly held by her father and second brother, Veronica set everything on a shimmering possibility: hatred for one’s own family. Leon Kir-Erdey is an outstanding serviceman, an aristocrat. A young man with a fine reputation without a single blemish. "Isn’t that an attractive offer? I know what you want with all your heart and I’m ready to give it to you. Is not marriage a small price to pay for the great cause?" "It’s more like a deal with the devil than a marriage proposal." The game of chess where until the last one knows who will win. Yes, and that victory will satisfy all the hidden desires? All the means are good? People, money, power, reputation, feelings and freedom. There is too much at stake. But the world outside the family estate turned out to be too intoxicating. Unknown feelings cannot turn your head. "Let’s just do what we have to do, dear. Stay out of my business, and I will stay out of yours.”

In the wake of the first wave of shadow creatures, the world was plunged into ruin, a desolate yet enchanted wasteland. Humanity, driven underground, clung to survival while desperately plotting to reclaim their shattered world. But from the abyss of darkness, something miraculous stirred—a mysterious tree, shimmering with ancient power, appeared overnight. It chose only the strongest of heart, those with unbreakable will, gifting them extraordinary abilities. With these powers, humanity rose from the depths, waging war against the shadows. Yet beneath the surface of their heroic deeds lay a hidden rot. Corruption seeped into their ranks, and arrogance clouded their judgment. As their powers grew, so did the whispers of betrayal. The true battle may not be against the creatures lurking in the shadows—but against the darkness festering within their own hearts. A question lingers: When heroes fall, who will rise to take their place?

The stark-naked, handsome, young man looked intently at a winged reptile creeping in front of him, His lips, closed tight since setting foot in this new realm, began to move as words echoed in the shadowy realm of awareness. "It has been determined that the leaders of the plan and all related individuals are dead, communication with Earth has been completely severed. Transitioning to autonomous operation mode. Updating log-in name to the fully planned 'Li Lin'. Given the current situation, autonomous task B4 is selected." The boy, now known as Li Lin, paused briefly, his voice taking on a chilling edge as if from the depths of hell. "Infiltrate and invade the low-level civilization, colonize it, Earthify it." The ultimate weapon in the form of a young man, in this magical alien world, sensed a familiar scent - war. And so, he continued his mission.

When the farmer of an estate in Santa Barbara reports the appearance of mysterious glowing spheres, Owen, a biologist; Amelia, a chemist; and Barbara, a physicist, join the investigation. Together, they unravel UFO phenomena that defy logic and science, facing mysteries that could change the understanding of extraterrestrial life. With each revelation, they delve deeper into a web of secrets and discoveries that will take them beyond what they imagined possible.

Ethereal In a world where land and sea collide, Alana, a spirited young woman searching for her place in the world, stumbles upon an extraordinary secret—a captivating merman named Kael. With shimmering scales and a heart full of curiosity, Kael has lived his entire life in the depths of the ocean, untouched by the wonders of the human world. When an unexpected encounter brings them together, Alana finds herself drawn to Kael's innocence and charm. As they explore the boundaries between their two worlds, laughter and adventure turn into a deep, unspoken connection. But Kael’s time on land comes at a price, and as he begins to lose his strength, the reality of their impossible love weighs heavily on both their hearts. When tragedy strikes, Alana must confront her deepest fears as Kael returns to the ocean, leaving her devastated and longing for their extraordinary bond. With hope as her guiding light, she embarks on a journey to reunite with Kael, discovering that love knows no bounds—even between land and sea.

The sun, the eternal source of light, radiates its brilliance over the world—but today, something was different. Stars had appeared in the broad daylight, shimmering beside the sun in a breathtaking celestial display. The sky sparkled with starlight, creating a vision that stunned the world below. Amid this extraordinary phenomenon, a young boy was born, his arrival heralded by the heavens themselves. He carried with him a great and fateful destiny, his birth marking the moment when the wheel of fate began to turn once more. Weak and strong, Fortune and misfortune, Time and space, Fate and destiny. The pieces are in place, and the cosmic game has begun. But who will emerge victorious?

Two Brothers from Earth unlock an ancient portal, transporting them to Vestus—a world on the brink of war, where magic and science clash, and alien societies face their ultimate destruction. As Arthur and Victor Wind navigate the treacherous politics, powerful sorcery, and epic battles, they become key players in a struggle that will determine the fate of an entire planet. Will they find a way back home, or will they be consumed by the chaos they helped ignite? Discover the rise and fall of Vestus in this gripping tale of adventure, betrayal, and relentless pursuit of power.

Lin En transmigrated into a magical world that resembled medieval Europe but had the power of magic. Here, magic could affect and control basic particles, which was based on scientific theories that served as magic formulas! The wizards, who were actually scientists, were struggling to explore the truth of the world under the chase and blockade of the church. Lin En's arrival sparked a renaissance of the alternate world... The white phosphorus fire, known as the Flame of Hell, the liquid nitrogen field of extreme cold, and the resonance frequency that kills without a trace... A few years later, the Holy See gathered all countries to the city, known as the legendary wizard, the pioneer of magic Lynn under the gaze of a group of wizards, wrote down the mass energy equation known as the ladder of God by later generations! Lynn looked around the crowd and said nonchalantly. "Mass and energy are interchangeable, and based on this theory, I have developed a powerful forbidden curse... It's called -- "The Big Nuke!" We will re-examine the world from the perspective of magic, where science is magic, and magic is science!

Qi Ze, a cultivator who lost his spiritual foundation and ancestral inheritance, finds himself inexplicably transported to a strange new world. Initially despairing over his predicament, he soon discovers that this world is far from ordinary. Vast galaxies, advanced civilizations, and powerful militaries dominate the landscape. In this age of technology, Qi Ze realizes that his cultivation skills, combined with the methods of science, could make him a formidable force.

When Alex finds the book, it might be hidden, cloaked in shadows, or bound in an ancient, strange material that somehow calls out to him. The book itself could be almost alive, with pages that shimmer or change when touched, filled with secrets of cosmic proportions: the origins of the universe, the cycles of creation and destruction, and the forces that control fate. As he reads, he unknowingly unlocks a dormant magic within him—powers that connect him to the universe on a fundamental level, giving him the potential to influence reality, bend time, or defy fate itself. As he continues reading, he realizes that this power also brings responsibility. He must confront the forces of fate, which are determined to maintain the universe’s cycle, resisting any interference in its natural end. The boy’s journey becomes one of choice and courage, balancing the powers he's gained with the burden of deciding whether he can—or should—prevent the universe's eventual destruction.

He was born from a divine God himself... The inheritance of the dark ages is left for his utmost control... But, it turns out that this same inheritance was used against him... in the sense that instead of helping to build the world, he used it against the world, turning it into ruins. His actions, the ramification of what he is capable of doing. Read volume one of Stillforce Odyssey: The Successor... plus the baffling thrills of both science and adventure driven Into an intense clash.

In the twilight of Divinity, where shadows lengthen and the world teeters on the precipice of oblivion, two brothers stand poised at the crux of fate. Argos, with eyes that shimmer like celestial beacons, is the last echo of the world's protectors, his essence a flickering ember of hope in a dying age. His brother, Irakes, bears the chilling weight of a different legacy.Will Argos rekindle the fading embers of Divinity within Irakes, or will the darkness extinguish the last flicker of hope? In this epic saga of good versus evil, the final chapter of a timeless war unfolds, with the fate of the world hinging on the redemption of a corrupted soul and the unwavering courage of a reincarnated protector.

A prodigy in every field of science is reincarnated into a world of magic, retaining vivid memories of his past life. Before his death, he was close to a groundbreaking discovery. A gateway to a new universe but he was killed by gatekeepers of universes. Now, in this magical realm, his scientific knowledge gives him a unique edge. He begins to study magic as a system, merging it with science to push the limits of both. His journey becomes a relentless pursuit of power and knowledge, as he strives to master a world where magic and science collide.

Magic and science were made to fight each other, but what if someone was able to combine both and create extraordinary technologies? Here in 'Civilizica', that is possible. Become an adventurer and explore the vast world! Or gather people and create a community, lead them, and build a formidable Empire! A game where you can be whoever you want! A (not) game. Everyone suddenly fell unconscious, and when they woke up, they realized they couldn't exit the game. What's this? A bug? Server error? Whatever it is, the fate of the nation, the people, and all the players trapped now lies in her hands.

A world where extraordinary people exist! People with superhuman abilities... Is it magic? A science? Mix? Who knows? But, they call it ExSkill. Fire, Gravity, Petrification, Solar, Float... and more extraordinary skills that Extraordinary Human Beings possess. ALVAACAD is an existing school in Alvarez Empire. It accepts exceptional talents. Not just a school but it also serves as an archive of memories. Hate, Love, Hope, Grudge, Despair, Misery, Persistence, Regrets, all of it is being stored as memories inside the campus. It's a setting where the adventure starts. The school where the prologue resides. ~eventualromance ~romcom ~violence ~read at your own risk

After reborn , Leo found himself in a world that magic and science were developed alongside. A world where who got the powers of constellations made the rules. Luckily he himself was someone who make rules , not someone who live under them. ============================== [WARNINGS] *Incest* *gore* *op mc* mc isn't a goody two shoes he act like a saint but is manipulative [I don't own the cover pic ;) ] ========================== It's my first time writing something honest opinions are welcome

this is the first translation of "UV1244 {Nekea} : l'être de métal". In a world of magic and science fiction, a crash on Nekea will provoke a lot of changes. Economic changes, cultural changes, war, and cataclysm. How will the simple fantastic being of Nekea adapt to the Galatic empire technologies ? Maybe Ego, a simple robot, can tell us more about it.

In a world of magic and science, peace never lasts. Has the Dark Faction returned? Is there something grander at play? In times of need, powerful and talented individuals emerge. Some call them heroes; they are who will become known as the Transcenders. Follow this group of mages on their journey to transcend humanity and defy destiny. (On a break: next chapter on September 15)

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...

Check out my new novel: My Seven Beautiful Sins! °°°°° In a distant future, seven centuries after the cataclysmic mana storm, the world of Gaïa transformed into a realm infused with magic. The fabric of reality shifted, revealing the manifestation of stats, skills, and levels through ethereal windows, visible to all. A new era emerged, where humanity awoke to the concept of Classes, bestowing upon them unique abilities and the potential for greatness. However, only the truly exceptional would ascend to seize the Throne in this extraordinary Era of Players. Noah uttered profound words, his eyes shimmering with an unearthly force. "Life itself is akin to a prison, but fear not, for I, Death, shall set you free.'' °°° Discord: https://discord.com/invite/qxK8vcpF

In the enchanting land of Serendia, where shimmering moonlight dance upon tranquil lakes and ancient forest whisper secrets, there exists a mysterious lullaby that drifts throught the hight air. Every evening, when the sun sets behind the horizon, a haunting melody emerges, soothing the heart of the restless and beckoning sleep to weary souls.

"We always wanted to make contact with 'extraterrestrials'...we just weren't aware of the consequences…" First, contact. Then, conflict. When a curious Earth sends peacekeeping forces to observe a medieval civilization on a sister-like planet called Roana, their diplomatic mission takes a startling twist with every bizarre revelation. But when they land on Roana to verify the existence of magic and establish relations with the only other intelligent beings in a cold, lonely universe, the UN peacekeepers have no idea they’ve just opened Pandora’s box, ensnaring them in a war that will rattle all worlds. After all, this strange planet’s gods have powers that defy science—on an almighty scale. As secrets and conspiracies abound amongst the peacekeepers and the natives, it’s up to Bravo Company to unravel the mysteries of this world and establish allies—before the situation spirals into chaos. +++++ Above Eden: Of Science, Magic, and Gods is a bold science-fantasy blending first-contact sci-fi and medieval fantasy, featuring an alien planet home to a feudal empire, magic, and unfamiliar deities. With epic battles, military might, and extraordinary powers, join Captain Jonathan Moore on a dangerous journey across the universe to face down the divine.

"In a society of evil, good is punished for their generosity." One day, he found himself woken into another, a world where science and magic co-existed to create a reality that one may say 'fiction'. With nothing but a few pieces of clothing and fragments of shattered memories. As he pushes forward, piecing together the shattered remnants of this reality, he finds himself caught in a grand play—not as a hero nor a villain, but as something even beyond. In the last attempt to fix it all, 'The War of the Multiverse' began.

A man used for a bizarre scenario. Alex Smith living his best- well more like average life, all of the sudden dies! Sent back into the past on accident by a higher dimensional being, as a science fair project. How far you might ask? Right before the universe had the big bang! Although he wasn't sent back with nothing.

Aaron Sanders, a 24-year-old computer science graduate, is struggling to make ends meet in bustling Los Angeles. Orphaned young and isolated, Aaron’s future seems bleak as he faces rejection after rejection in the competitive job market. But everything changes in an instant when he discovers an astonishing balance of $100 trillion in his bank account. Initially believing it to be a glitch or prank, Aaron is stunned when a holographic screen appears, introducing him to the Fortune Ascended System. [English is not my 1st language. So pardon me for any grammatical mistakes.]

Ready to swallow the light? In September 2019, the world was thrown into chaos as a monster invasion began to overthrow everything we know – morals, politics, science and society. In the midst of this upheaval, a young man named Deimos finds himself at the center of it all. Despite his cynical nature, he must navigate this new reality and figure out how to adjust to this new environment. Disclamer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.

Magic and Wizards; Superhumans and Superheroes. Science and technology; Gods and Sovereigns, Blessings and Curses... The one who faces them all yet lives to tell the tale, what should they be called? Across the two continents of East and West lays the beautiful and majestic mountains of Eversin. Above, the even more majestic Blue Sky as it casts it's serene eyes everywhere — may it be the tranquil water of the chaotic storms. Yet, what surpassed all of this was the incident of the Coldest Touch. Series discontinued, might start again someday depending on the circumstances.

A world where extraordinary people exist! People with superhuman abilities... Is it magic? A science? Mix? Who knows? But, they call it ExSkill. Fire, Gravity, Petrification, Solar, Float... and more extraordinary skills that Extraordinary Human Beings possess. ALVAACAD is an existing school in Alvarez Empire. It accepts exceptional talents. Not just a school but it also serves as an archive of memories. Hate, Love, Hope, Grudge, Despair, Misery, Persistence, Regrets, all of it is being stored as memories inside the campus. It's a setting where the adventure starts. The school where the prologue resides. ~eventualromance ~romcom ~violence ~read at your own risk

A futuristic ring city built near a massive black hole, known as Black Hole City. Johnson Maxwell, a freshman from Earth, began his adventure in this city of science and technology as a student.