Heart Of Darkness Themes In Fantasy

The world was supposed to end in silence. Instead, Herwoj wakes up in the wreckage—a cursed, decaying realm where the air itself whispers madness and the sky weeps blood. A System binds his every breath, dripping cryptic messages and fragmenting his mind. A cursed dagger festers in his hand, seeping into his veins. A ring of fate glimmers on his finger, whispering forgotten truths and impossible choices. And lurking within him… something ancient stirs. Something watching. The world is no longer real—it’s a stage of broken gods and devouring anomalies. The rules of life are warped, a game with no exit. With every breath, Herwoj feels the world’s hunger gnaw at his sanity The System’s glitches, promising power for a price he cannot yet see… As Herwoj fights to survive, he must decipher the web of curses, memories, and lies—before the thing inside him takes over completely. In this world of shattered gods and endless trials, even survival may be a curse. This is the story of Plight. A descent into madness, where every step forward is a step closer to losing yourself.

He liked simple life but the simple life rejected him. Not every thing was simple but at least it wasn't as hard as trying to walk a newly born baby. "Why is it all so damn lovingly SCREWED?" The Raging Phoenix company is an entertainment company?!! Nah! that's the most deadly joke I have heard.

Ever wondered what would happen if a gullible human doctor caught the attention of a vampire? Not just any vampire—but an Original, the first of their kind. Enzo, a naïve surgical nurse who has spent his life following his father’s rules, finally decides to break free and chase his own desires, including the person he truly loves. Alaric, a feared and ruthless vampire, has long been a nightmare to both his own kind and humans alike. One cold evening, he is ambushed by six vampire hunters and left for dead. But before death can claim him, a human boy stumbles upon him and offers aid. This small act of kindness stirs something deep within Alaric’s ancient heart—an obsession. Now, Enzo is his, whether he realizes it or not.

Eternal Light in Darkness follows the journey of E.K., the Eternal Knight, as he embarks on a mission to track down the rogue spark known as the "Walker of the Lightless."

An egoistic person when finds the right person turns to be the gentlest

Three years ago, Crystal Gomez gave her heart to Justin Miller only to have it shattered by a cruel misunderstanding that tore them apart. She rebuilt her life piece by piece, vowing never to fall again for sweet words or stolen kisses. Now a confident, rising marketing executive in a bustling modern city, Crystal has everything except closure. When Justin walks back into her life, no longer the carefree boy she once loved but a man with a quiet intensity and deep regret, old wounds resurface and so do buried feelings she thought she had left behind. He wants a second chance. She wants answers.But time has changed them both. Can love survive pride, pain, and the years between? Or was their forever only meant to live in the past? “You’re still the only woman I’ve ever wanted even after all this time.” This is a heart wrenching and soul healing journey of forgiveness, rediscovery, and the power of a love that never truly fades.

Adonis awakens in a world of shadows with no memory, only his blood-red hair, crimson eyes, and a name that feels like a curse. The land is a brutal dark fantasy realm, twisted by ancient magic and ruled by strength alone. Here, the weak are hunted, the strong reign through violence, and mercy is as rare as sunlight. Haunted by fragmented dreams and stalked by monsters both human and not, Adonis must survive while unraveling the mystery of his forgotten past—and the terrifying power that stirs within him. In a world that devours the broken, he must become something more than a survivor. He must become a force the darkness fears.

Elric's life had been nothing short of a nightmare since his childhood. He was constantly bullied at school, detested and ignored by his family, and left with nobody to care whether he lived or died. The accumulated loneliness and suffering from decades pushed him into a severe depression, and he ultimately decided to take his life’s final decision… Suicide. One day, Elric's soul heard a voice calling out to him. "Wake up, Elric. I am the God of Darkness, and I'm here to give you another chance at life." To the God of Darkness, Elric replied with only two words… "Fuck off!" Now forced with the possibility of a new life despite his unwillingness… Elric must decide whether to become a puppet or forge a new destiny with his own hands. Will he overcome his traumatic past, or will he squander yet another chance at life? Join the Protagonist on his journey as he is given an impossible task while striving to become one of the strongest beings in a world full of Magic, Mythical creatures, Dragons, and Gods. ---------------- [[Author : The protagonist of this story is a scheming mastermind who doesn't trust anyone and plans everything based on his present strength, knowledge and circumstances. No Romance, Harem, or Fan-service here. The main character is also not an Edgelord or a Psychopath who kills people without reason. Character development is a gradual process as the Main Character learns to acknowledge and overcome his flaws. This is a story for those who appreciate a psychologically well-developed character. The protagonist is an Antihero character who exists in the gray area between good and evil. This is a story for those who enjoy complex characters, greatly improving and expanding World-building along with intricate plots. If you are looking for a story with a nuanced and morally ambiguous yet humorous protagonist in a mature and gritty world, then this is the novel for you.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts available in chapter comments. Discord Link : https://discord.gg/xR7vUzCYx9 ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 500 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 1000 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 2500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 500 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 1000 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 1500 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week

In a world where supernatural creatures secretly coexist with humans, 15-year-old Kayleigh Violet Da Rosa discovers she's a rare and powerful shifter, possessing the bloodlines of dark fae, witch, vampire, and wolf. As Kayleigh struggles to control her emerging powers, she becomes the target of Ralph, a ruthless scientist driven by a dark obsession to harness supernatural abilities for his own gain. With the help of her parents, the Luna and Alpha of their pack, Kayleigh must navigate the treacherous world of supernatural politics and ancient secrets. But when her parents are betrayed and murdered by their own pack members, Kayleigh is left alone and vulnerable. Forced to flee and fight for survival, Kayleigh must confront the darkness within herself and master her powers to take down Ralph and avenge her family's death. But as the stakes grow higher, Kayleigh begins to realize that her destiny is intertwined with an ancient prophecy, one that will determine the fate of the supernatural world. Will Kayleigh be able to reclaim her rightful place among the supernatural elite? Will she meet her destined Mate? or will Ralph's sinister plans destroy everything she holds dear?

Forged in the depths of darkness and light, a shadowborn will unravel. Seek the elders, the place where it all began. For the blood that once wove the curse, shall provide the cure. But beware, the price of freedom shall undoubtedly be paid in full. ................ Kael watched her, fighting the temptation of wanting to feel her skin beneath his. He loathed and desired her at the same time. Torn between wanting to watch the life drain out of her and kissing her till she's a breathless, moaning mess begging and desperate for his touch. He took in a deep breath trying to calm his fast growing arousal. He could not give into his desires. His duty was more important than anything. Everyone's lives depends on Aria's. No matter how tempting she was, he was not going to give in.

Time’s broken. Like actually broken. Not just “oops, we messed something up.” I mean timelines are crashing into each other, and reality is glitching like it’s stuck on a scratched CD from 2003. If that even makes sense anymore. Monster if we can even call it that, are pouring out disrupting the peace of the realm. Six guardians. Not chosen. Not ready. Just... stuck. Thrown together with no warning, no real plan, and barely enough patience to not strangle each other. They have to fight this monsters that are indestructible altogether keeping time from crumbling. It all started with the crack in the Hearthstone. One little fracture and then boom everything unraveled. The past? It’s not staying where it’s supposed to. The present? Confused. The future? Probably dead. They’re supposed to fix it. Fix time. Yeah, no pressure. And it’s not just “run around and close the rift.” Because the deeper they get, the messier it all becomes. There are secrets none of them want to say out loud. Betrayals that haven’t even happened yet but still somehow already hurt. Love that might not survive this. Hate that probably will. And the worst part? The balance between realms? The thing everyone thought was keeping the world in check? Fake. It was never real. Just a story to keep people calm. Now everything’s falling apart. Fast. And time? Time doesn’t care if they’re tired or scared or unprepared, It’s not waiting. So yeah, buckle in. Or don’t. This is a wild, reckless, probably doomed ride through timelines, trials, and way too many truths. Every second counts. Even the ones they wish they could take back.

In a world once ruled by a god, betrayal shattered heaven itself. The most powerful angels, demons, and dragons turned on their creator — and in the chaos, the god was slain. But one angel stayed loyal. Broken and powerless, he made a pact with an ancient being — Nytheris, the darkness itself. Now, a thousand years later, darkness awakens again… in the form of a human boy named Kaen, reborn to shake the realms.

An ordinary life in the real world or an extraordinary life in a non-existent one? Teresita, a 25-year-old woman, loves to read books after work. She has no family except for Von—her best friend, who doesn’t want her to spend so much time reading. One ordinary day, while staying at the city library and reading a newly chosen book, she suddenly sees a bright light. The moment she opens her eyes, she finds herself in another world.

Venice thought her mind was playing tricks on her— Until the walls of her world started whispering back. Strange things keep appearing in her room. Unspoken memories feel too sharp to be dreams. And the one person she’s not sure she should trust… might be the only one who sees her. But how do you know what’s real— When obsession disguises itself as devotion? This isn’t a love story. This is possession dressed as protection. And in onyx darkness, no one walks away clean. Trigger Warnings: Obsession, emotional manipulation, psychological abuse, trauma, sexual content, grief, violence, gaslighting, coercion, stalking, and BDSM themes.

When Vlad is inexplicably chosen as a Player also known as a Walker—a group of the selected individuals drafted into the "Game"—his sudden inclusion triggers a series of bizarre phenomena. Tormented by unanswered questions and unable to seek help. leaving him plagued by mysteries and isolated from any answers. Follow Vlad's harrowing journey as he fights to understand his sudden purpose, grapples with a unique circumstance, a power dormant within him that sets him apart, and ultimately discovers he's a mere pawn in the gods' twisted entertainment.

Kael A 19 -year -old man loses his family tragically during the childhood because of Belzébuth the king of Babylon or the country howl. Filled with a strong feeling of revenge and justice he traverses the world to find Babylon and the king of this Belzébuth nation a powerful being but whose existence itself is unknown. To find this country he will have to find the world map, which is the only artifact capable of showing where Babylon is and is the key, for the non -residents of crossing the Demon forest without getting lost and back to Babylon.

For Nandini Gupta , life was once secure and predictable—a proud daughter of a respected lawyer family, a devoted wife to a senior Crime Branch officer, and a loving mother. But everything shattered on that fateful Sunday. A bomb blast tore through the city mall where her husband and little daughter had gone. Though her husband survived with minor injuries, their daughter vanished without a trace—lost to the chaos, presumed dead... but never confirmed. Haunted by unanswered questions and drowning in silent grief, Nandini's marriage crumbled under the weight of blame and despair. Divorced and broken, she left Pune behind and sought refuge in quiet Dehradun, living as a tenant of the kind-hearted Mrs. Meera Sharma for the last four years. But peace is fleeting. A new neighbor arrives— Ruhan Singh Chauhan , an enigmatic tenant of the Runthla family next door. A creative genius who crafts remote-controlled music... and a man hiding dangerous secrets. As Nandini’s nightmares return, so do whispers of the past. Is Ruhan connected to her daughter’s disappearance? Or is fate offering her one last chance at truth—or destruction? A gripping tale of love, loss, and hidden identities where the past refuses to die.

Kimtaru is the daughter of Demon Lord Muzan and a human woman. Her mother died in a carriage accident when Kimtaru was still very young. Muzan loved Kimtaru dearly, but mistakenly believed she had died with her mother. As a result, he had no idea that his daughter had survived. Born with 80% demon blood, Kimtaru was rescued by the Demon Slayer Corps as a child. They raised and trained her like an ordinary human girl. To hide her true nature, Kimtaru drank powder daily to suppress her demon instincts – even though it caused her intense pain and made her faint repeatedly. Growing up right in the heart of her father’s enemies, Kimtaru still chose to protect humans. She lived with kindness, fought with resolve, and eventually rose to become a Hashira – specifically, the Fragrance Pillar, known for her gentle, elegant style that masked deadly strength. Since childhood, Kimtaru had quietly watched over her younger sister, Kimho, who was much weaker and carried only 30% demon blood. Though she never spoke of it, Kimtaru always protected Kimho from judgmental eyes within the Corps – silently, but fiercely.

In a world on the brink of extinction, Simon is no ordinary survivor. Haunted by memories he doesn’t understand and driven by a power he can’t control, he fights demons, monsters, and the darkness within himself. But as the final war unfolds, he learns a terrifying truth: he isn’t just fighting to save humanity—he is the very force that threatens to end it all. In a battle of gods, soldiers, and desperate souls, will Simon choose redemption… or embrace the monster he was always meant to be?

In a world where powerful clans fight to protect humanity from the dark forces known as Oscuros, Takumi Hinoyama, a young member of the Hyakuren clan, struggles to understand his own connection to the fire spirit that courses through his veins. As massive, deadly Oscuros appear across the city, Takumi finds himself caught in the chaos and danger that threatens to consume everything. When a mysterious figure known only as Crimson begins attacking the city, his power seems far beyond anything the clans have faced before. With the president of the Hyakuren clan going missing after a confrontation with Crimson, Takumi and his companions must navigate the turmoil and uncover the truth behind this enigmatic figure. As Takumi grows stronger and learns more about the dangerous forces at play, he must decide whether to follow the orders of his leaders or risk everything to save the president—and perhaps the world itself—from an unseen and terrifying fate.

Romance story in a fantasy world

He doesn’t belong to this world. But someone here wants him to stay—forever. Dave wakes up in a twisted version of his city. The people know his name, but they despise him. Even his brother—once his closest bond—is now a ruthless enemy. In this distorted reality, one thing remains the same: Heiz. Cold, magnetic, unreadable. He says he knows Dave. But not this Dave. Caught between two versions of himself, and two men with very different agendas, Dave must face the question he fears most: Who am I, if I don’t belong anywhere? A dark BL fantasy of identity, obsession, and the blurred lines between love and control.