Children Of A Dead Earth

Four centuries after humanity abandoned Earth for a new beginning, Xavier, a young man burdened with protecting his two younger sisters after the murder of their parents for political views, fights for a brighter future in a world governed by mysterious energy called Ziy. When fate takes an unexpected turn, Xavier’s journey of survival uncovers hidden truths about himself, his family, and the world humanity left behind. https://search.app?link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.royalroad.com%2Fprofile%2F590884&utm_campaign=aga&utm_source=agsadl1%2Csh%2Fx%2Fgs%2Fm2%2F4

A ruthless war breaks out between the gods of Heaven and Earth. The struggle ensues because there are key mythical resources that would grant them godlike powers, and each side must have them for itself. Invading the Earth, Heaven's forces bring ruin and cause a rupture in its delicate balance. The mayhem sees the mighty god Sheng struck down by Prometheus, cast into the void, his body lost, his soul locked in a dragon's locket, forgotten by time. Centuries pass. until one fateful day, the curious boy finds the locket. As he wears it, Sheng's soul stirs, stirring inside of him dark forces. With this power comes a deadly secret. What happens when a boy's destiny intertwines with a god's thirst for revenge? The war is far from over.

A giant tree popped up in the middle of the Atlantic ocean covering the world in a strange new radiation and because of it, people began to change. First, there are the Chosen. These super humans have only slight physical changes and yet can manifest amazing elemental powers. Next, you have the Infected. These humans have experienced large scale body changes which range from animal adaptations to simply grotesque body decomposition. Most are still normal and sane humans who attempt to adapt to life while being shunned by others. There are some however that have grown deranged and think themselves the rulers of the world. Our MC lives a somewhat lonely life while sometimes being accompanied by his rather senile yet kind grandfather. He has no idea where his parents went after they dropped him off a few years ago, so he has no choice but to stay here. He lives by the idea that he should just be air and not be noticed in the slightest. All of this goes ok until things start changing and Laz starts getting dragged around in many different directions. Welcome to a story of Gods, evolution, love, adult situations and basically bringing a bit of eastern fantasy to western civilization. Hope you enjoy the ride.

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24 year-old Richter Maier stood at the pinnacle of Swordsmanship. A competitive industry, whose former glory was stolen by the first-ever immersive VR fantasy game: Mirage. Richter was at a loss as his disciples and competitors quit to pursue a career in-game... Until the line between fantasy and reality blurred. Now Richter has a chance to regain his fame, and even more ways to gain strength. But he'll have to combat betrayal, interstellar beings, revenge, and his own lack of knowledge before he gets anywhere close. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Mirage is only used for some setup, this is not a VR game novel.) Thanks for reading!

Asra had only one goal in her life; to finish her booklist and die. But fate had other plans for her. After her untimely death, Asra finds herself in her favourite novel, The Children Of Miseria, with little to no memory of her past. Now, in this strange yet familiar world, she has to find a way to survive while keeping her secrets.

In a distant future where humanity thrives in the far reaches of space, the Skeld II, a colossal research and exploration vessel, serves as a beacon of hope and progress. Manned by a diverse crew of scientists, engineers, and military personnel, the ship’s mission is to push the boundaries of human knowledge. But beneath its polished exterior lies a creeping darkness—a sinister force that threatens not only the Skeld but the fragile fabric of human civilization. When a series of gruesome murders shatters the ship’s tranquility, rookie crew member Jean finds himself thrust into a nightmare of betrayal and fear. As paranoia spreads, Captain Max must rally his dwindling team against an unseen foe. Meanwhile, Kenneth, a trusted officer, descends into madness, invoking ancient powers and summoning the Dark One, a malevolent entity from a forgotten age. As alliances crumble and the body count rises, the survivors must confront the truth: the parasite that plagues them isn’t just physical—it’s spiritual, tearing apart their minds and sowing distrust. Their mission becomes clear: unite or perish. But in the face of overwhelming darkness, sacrifice becomes inevitable, and each character must wrestle with their own humanity. Hell on Earth is a gripping tale of survival, betrayal, and redemption, blending visceral horror with intense action. In a universe where shadows linger and light feels scarce, the Skeld’s crew must fight not only for their lives but for their souls. For on this ship, even the stars can’t save you from what lurks in the void.

All his life, Shane Fletcher has been confined to the walls of his tiny village. All his life, he has wondered if there was more? When an unruly bunch of kids get put under the tutelage of an ex war criminal, what's the worst that could happen? All out war? A revolution against the terrible, vile Arxians? Or maybe freedom, freedom from the iron clutches of endless war.

Fang of the frost, Fang of the dead, leader of magistos, keeper of peace, mage of truth. All Names He Earned. When his previous life ended, He made a vow to a certain god: KEEP THEM SAFE. Now, his new life is dedicated to one and only one thing: Pursuit of peace, no matter the costs. And so, he got what he wanted. An opportunity to choose his fate, and to make sure others like him will stay protected. you can expect a smart MC, no Chinese bullshit, no harem, no condescending attitude. just a smart kid with the intention to survive and progress in strength as fast as possible.

In a distant galaxy, a devastating war drives various races to send their unborn souls to other dimensions for safety. Evelyn, a girl from the Astral Kingdom, is one of these souls and has now been reincarnated on Earth, oblivious to her true identity and immense powers. Alongside six other children with unique gifts and mysterious pasts, Evelyn tries to lead a normal life. But as hidden truths begin to surface, these children must confront the shadows of their origins and the destiny that awaits them.

In a cruel world and with many difficulties, he was able to achieve his dream of entering Sanfort University. But who would have thought that fate would want something else for him and that's why his life path would undergo a big change. The path he had just started was destroyed by an unpredictable event. Unbeknownst to him, he was facing death, his body was being crushed under tremendous pressure, and blood was flowing from his emerald eyes, and that deadly energy broke all his bones and gave him a painful death, without being able to struggle for life. But his soul remained in this world due to anger and hatred. So he took a hard and scary way to find out the truth of his horrible death and find the killer and take revenge on him. Will it all end with finding the killer or are there more hidden things? He is accompanied by a creature called the Night King of the Dead to find the secrets of this world and sow the seeds of despair and misery in the hearts of his enemies. The cover is not mine. I took it from Pinterest.

Over 100,000 years ago, Earth was destroyed in a cataclysmic event known as the Stellar Severance. The collapse of an entire sector of reality tore open fractures across the galaxy, unleashing a mysterious energy called Aether that reshaped the evolution of all life it touched. Stars dimmed, civilizations crumbled, and factions emerged from the chaos, each vying for control of the galaxy’s remaining colonies and resources. In this transformed world, Samuel Solis—heir to the noble House of Solis—discovers that his genes have mutated in ways no one anticipated, granting him rare, mystic abilities. As Samuel learns to wield the strange power of Aether, he is drawn into a cosmic struggle where the future of his house and his own survival hang in the balance.

In a galaxy teeming with mystery and peril, Taras Ramses is chosen by fate to become a Space Frontiersman, an elite guardian on the edge of the known universe. But when he finally returns to Earth after years of survival, exploration, and encounters with alien species, he discovers a new threat: a covert alien force planning to seize control of the planet. Armed with his training, wit, and the resilience earned from navigating the cosmic Labyrinth, Taras must unravel hidden agendas, confront old allies, and forge unexpected alliances to protect Earth from an impending invasion that could reshape humanity's future. This high-stakes adventure weaves together space opera, psychological thriller, and planetary defense into an unforgettable journey.

Luna Brightwood, a skilled healer and Beta, returns to her childhood village of Silver Hollow after seven years. She hopes to fulfill her late mother's legacy by reopening the family clinic and serving the village. At sixteen, Luna fled the village following a brutal attack that killed her parents, escaping the pressure from the elders to marry Zane Frostclaw, the chief's son, who was also her childhood friend and crush. She left him a letter, explaining she couldn't marry him. Now, a mature and skilled healer, Luna is determined to rebuild her life and help the village she once called home. Now, can Luna rebuild her life and earn the village's trust?

A serene night is shattered by a deadly virus outbreak, transforming the living into monstrous creatures. Celine, a young girl, finds herself thrust into a terrifying world alongside her younger brother, Avery. As they navigate this nightmarish landscape, they encounter Shilo, a former classmate, and together they forge a bond to survive. Their desperate search for safety leads them to Havenshire, a city walled by water rumored to be a sanctuary. However, they soon discover a darker truth: Havenshire is a corrupt haven, controlled by a tyrannical leader who sympathizes with the infected and believes they will be cured. Determined to reclaim Havenshire and create a true sanctuary for survivors, Celine, Shilo, Avery, and a new unlikely ally, Jacob, join forces with a charismatic leader named Sam and his resourceful crew. Together, they devise a daring plan to overthrow the corrupt Governor George and establish a real sanctuary for survivors of the virus. As they face overwhelming odds and confront the horrors within and without the walls of Havenshire, Celine must summon her inner strength and courage to not only lead the ones she's come to care for in the fight for safety, but also fight the battle that rages quietly within her. Because Celine has found love among the dead, but the question is; who will she choose?

For millennia, the 12 Zodiac Gods waged war against the malevolent Phantoms. But when the Phantoms vanished, the gods thought they had achieved victory. Unbeknownst to them, the Phantoms were secretly plotting their revenge. Piscina, the Piscean God, uncovered the Phantoms' sinister plan: to infiltrate the mortal realm by planting their dark seeds within humans and other celestial beings, paving the way for a catastrophic coup. To counter this threat, the Zodiac Gods devised a desperate plan. They scattered their essence and power across Earth in the form of ancient relics, then chose 12 worthy vessels: 11 humans and 1 hybrid from the Hybrid World. Each vessel was imbued with the powers of a corresponding Zodiac God. Now, these chosen ones must embark on a perilous quest to find the relics, harness their newfound abilities, and unite against the Phantom menace. Their mission: to prevent the Phantoms' invasion and protect the Celestial Thrones from falling into darkness.

--If one comes across a primordial treasure that can make one a God from scratch, how will one used it godly power be made? Aiden VoidAngel, A young billionaire who was bored, after coming out to receive fresh air in middle of night he unexpectedly stumbled upon a primordial treasure from another universe that made him a God on the spot. He discovers an opportunity that will change his bored life forever, how he uses it is up to him. Hahahaha Aiden laughed out loud crazily and said, First Let transform this boring planet of earth into a fantasy world that will be truly exciting as he would not get bored form it. What kind of world will Aiden create and how far will his creations take him? This is the journey of a human who becomes a God.

Have you ever wondered what will happen when you die? Or what dieing means? My body may die but my spirit will live on. That is what happens in this world of sword and magic where there are no bounds between live and death. Story will be about four spirits. The fleeing and two hunting ones. Trying to find out their reason for existng.

I was named king; I was born to rule. Tyrannical, cruel and selfish, I was condemned to die. I was born anew, yet under my own rule. How can i survive my own ruling? I was damned dead....

This is a poignant tale woven through the lives of the Kotin siblings set against the backdrop of 1980s Nigeria. The narrative explores themes of identity, societal expectations, and the complexities of familial love. Through a series of flashbacks and present-day revelations, This story encapsulates the enduring bond of family, the weight of unspoken truths, and the quest for acceptance in a world that often stigmatizes differences. The story culminates in a powerful exploration of resilience and the desire for a fresh start. As the story unfolds, The narrative shifts to 2018, where the surviving siblings confront their past and the societal norms that once dictated their lives, particularly through the lens of Martina's daughter, Tintina ( from Anchor), who faces her own struggles with identity.

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Every 10 years 15 students are chosen to play several deadly games for the amusement of vile, destructive and deadly forces. Failure to do so was situation worse than death, some were dismembered body part to part, some were eaten alive, or boiled or worse fried. No one has escaped the death game and to prevent the circle from repeating every 10 years the chosen students must complete 15 terrifying steps with malicious consequences and prices that either take you to the next step or kill you. Meanwhile Alexander a class nerd and a victim of several bullying got entangled in a bigger mess, being hated and despised wasn't enough he was publicly humiliated by half of his classmates. But fate has another plan for him hearing of the final gathering of the seniors of Sunshine international school he eagerly decided to join but it became his doom. Creatures beyond human comprehension, twisted and deformed appeared from the shadows and 15 students were taken forcefully. Those that were not chosen were brutally killed leaving the chosen ones to a fate worse than death.....

When two young boys explore a cave one discovered something that would change his life forever. A journal, so old it's amazing it hasn't turned to dust. Inside it tells a story, the story of a dead man. (Hey all this is Dead writing, I haven't had a lot of time to edit the chapters so be wary of the quality. non the less I hope you enjoy this novel)

In a world with goddess and gods where they're were the only hope of this world, vanished in thin air. Years passed by, and the world was in war, but without the gods, the world would not be protected by mysterious evil. But it is up to new generations to protect the world from evil. Will they protect the world from this evil misery?

As a struggling, broke, orphaned college student, Olivia Amorth needs every penny she can get. So when she finds a job as a grave cleaner and companion for the dead at the local cemetery that pays enough for a month’s rent in just one night, she jumps at the chance—along with her best friend, Mia. On their first night as grave cleaners, Olivia and her best friend Mia encounter a mysterious figure sitting atop a gravestone, looking at them hauntingly. As they delve into a realm of restless spirits, they must face dark forces that threaten the balance between the living and the dead, aided by the cursed Cain. Companion for the Dead is a chilling exploration of bravery, connection, and the search for one’s true identity in a supernatural world

What do you do when a group of intelligent zombies rules the world? Will humanity be able to survive, or will they be ruled by zombies? First Story focuses on a boy named Eights who is captured by Twelve intelligent zombies who rule the world. Will Eights escape?

Follow protagonist Eva De Vries as she grapples with a surreal existence trapped within the enigmatic experiments of the Nexiliths. Haunted by recurring dreams of alien phenomena and uncertain of her waking reality, Eva navigates a world where the line between truth and illusion blurs. As she struggles to maintain her sense of self amidst the Nexiliths' manipulations, Eva confronts questions of identity, belonging, and the mysteries of the universe. Will she remain forever entangled in the web of the Nexiliths' enigmatic experiments? "Earth 927" is a gripping tale of survival, resilience, and the quest for truth in the face of unfathomable mysteries.