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Smart kid named Hugo dreams of becoming a knight but he struggles to unlock his power, then a group called the Freedomers attacks his kingdom, forcing Hugo to face the true meaning of being a knight and the price that comes with it.
hsmcomics · Shounen · 24 ch
In a galaxy far, far away... A world filled with struggle between the good the bad. The Empire The Republic. In this mess of a world, a soul crossed the barrier between worlds, the division of worlds into this opera of space. The calling of Force. These ancient times without the Jedi order and the Sith, what is the future of this galaxy. Will it follow the established timeline where darkness corrupts Anakin, leaving Padma to bear the weight of his fall. Or the times when Ben Solo sacrifices himself to stop the nonsensical resurrection of Emperor Palpatine. Anyhow, the world will never be the same, now that this new soul, changes the timeline. Read as new soul changes the lives of our beloved characters before they are even born. Note: This is a heavily modified Au that doesn't follow any established timeline, it just follows the established settings or rules of Starwars franchise.
theRonin_666 · Fanfiction · 24 ch
Let Power Be Your Truth. Your Light. And Your Chains. That was the first law granted to the Nyxvalis clan. For thirty-eight generations it held. Through fire and blood, through empire and ruin, through centuries of war waged in the name of a bloodline that had long since ceased to be merely human. It held — and in holding, built a monolith so absolute that the world stopped asking whether it could fall. Then came the 39th Flame. Seven hundred and thirty-one entered the Chambers of Night. Forty-seven crawled back out. Not an army. Not a dynasty. An ember — dim, diminished, and already encircled by enemies who had spent years sharpening their finest wolves in anticipation of its arrival. A heresy in numbers alone. A silent warning to those still bold enough to hear it: If a monolith can tremble — so too can it fall. As the world prepares to record the embers in its annals, so must its instruments play their parts. Those duty-bound to hold the monolith in place. Those eager to test the might of a millennium of power. And the forty-seven — carrying a smiling ember within. A dark gothic world of political deceit and ancient bloodlines. Empires built on inherited violence. Power forged in law and broken in shadow. And beneath it all — the slow, certain rot of institutions that have never once been held accountable. This is the world of The Star Chronicles. A story about survival without innocence. Legacy worn like chains. And the particular kind of power that doesn't free you — it simply decides how you burn. Embers of the Calamity Volume III https://www.royalroad.com/profile/843555
Greyfin · Fantasy · 24 ch
In the hyper-advanced, brutal Terra-Nova Sector, Aether is everything. You either Awaken and join the elite, or you die in the slums as collateral damage. Lucian Croft woke up in the body of an unawakened eighteen-year-old with zero credits, zero prospects, and a newly Awakened childhood sweetheart who was practically levitating out the door to walk her own "Dao." He was supposed to be a stepping stone. A tragic backstory. But then the brand burned into his arm, giving him supreme admin access to the Sovereign Veil an ancient, multiversal shadow syndicate. He isn't just a member. He is "The Primordial," the sole Tier 7 authority. Now, the planetary governors who rule the world? They are his entry-level interns. The elite Awakened? They grind missions to earn his favor. With the cynical mind of a thirty-year-old corporate shark and the deadliest arsenal in the cosmos at his fingertips, Lucian is done playing by the sector's rules. He's going to rewrite them.
GodEmperor · Fantasy · 24 ch
Living your life on the edge is all fun and games, until the ground shifts before your feet and you wind up dead on the streets with a hole in your head. Informant Jonathan Warner is perfectly content with living his life one exciting night at a time. But when his cop friend asks him for help regarding a dead auctioneer and a missing jewel, he finds himself suddenly dragged into the hidden world of vampires and immortals. What do immortals want from him? Who killed the auctioneer? Why is this jewel so important? And will his life ever be the same again? This is the tale of the Immortal Stonekeeper.
Mercynarie · Urban Fantasy · 24 ch
What if the Gods cast you down from paradise not to be a savior, but to be a sacrifice? In a realm of light beyond the clouds, a god's worth isn't measured by their goodness or purity, but by how idolized they are. Neiva Deep Water was a Primordial Goddess of Hyperion, living an untouchable eternity, until a dragon invasion shatters the celestial borders. The ruling deities decree a cruel fate: Neiva and her sisters are stripped of their grace and banished to the mortal realm of Primitia. Their mission? To act as divine shields for a fragile humanity. But Primitia is not a world that welcomes saviors. It is a ruthless, blood-soaked land ruled by tyrants, demons, and the Twelve Tears of Hollows, an elite guild of assassins that manipulates the continent from the shadows. When a desperate escape goes terribly wrong, Neiva is violently separated from her twin sister and thrust into the darkest corners of the mortal world. To survive, the goddess of water must trade her divine silks for a colossal iron greatsword and stain her hands with blood. The goddess of water was sent to save a planet, but on earth, she will find mortals who also bleed to save the land they love, and monsters who seek to consume it entirely. Cover by : Yuzhang
NeivaDeepWater · Fantasy · 24 ch
What would you do if, in one day, you lost everything? And if that pain didn't fade but followed you for years, buried deep in your chest, shaping every choice you made? That is the question knigdom revival asks. Andrie and Audrie are the heirs of Ostren, a once-great kingdom now crumbling under the iron grip of the Javeel Empire. They carry the same wound the same breath of grief and fire in their hearts but they express it in completely different ways. Andrie, the quiet twin, drowns in guilt and self-hatred. He blames himself for everything, certain that his fear made him weak, that his weakness cost him all he loved. He hides behind a merchant's life, learning to trade and survive, but the past never truly lets him go. Audrie, the fierce twin, burns with a different fire. She channels her pain into violence and vengeance, becoming something she never thought she would become, risking her own life and her own humanity. Tone and Style: The novel blends brutal dark fantasy with warm, intimate character moments. It does not shy away from the horrors of war, violence, and trauma, but it also lingers on quiet scenes of healing, laughter, and love. Expect: · Emotionally charged, character-driven storytelling · Heartfelt dialogue and deep relationships · Vivid, high-stakes action sequences · A richly built world with multiple cultures and histories For Readers Who Enjoy: · Sibling bonds and found family · Dark fantasy with emotional weight · Redemption arcs and trauma recovery · Morally complex heroes and villains · Stories that make you cry before they make you cheer
Ajiji_Ajiji · Fantasy · 23 ch
A million deaths. A million worlds. One million years too late. Alex was the Dragonslayer—until his final, catastrophic duel against the Godslayer ended in mutual destruction. Desperate to return home, Alex triggered an incomplete reincarnation formula. Instead of a simple rebirth, his soul was shattered across the multiverse. He died a million times across a million different realities: as a cultivator, a warlord, a beggar, and a beast. With every death, his combat instincts sharpened, his martial reflexes deepened, and his obsession grew. Now, on his millionth rebirth, the formula finally spits him back where it all began—his original home world. There are only two problems: 1. A freak incident as an infant locked away the active memories of his past lives, leaving only instinct, muscle memory, and an unyielding drive for power. 2. One million years have passed since he fell. Starting from the absolute bottom at Tier 0, Alex must take up twin blades and flame once more. He doesn't care about saving the world or playing the hero. He is climbing back to the pinnacle of power to settle an ancient score with the Godslayer—and find the soul of the woman he left behind. What to Expect: Progression: Tier 0 to Tier 6 progression system with earned, tactical growth (Dual Blades & Fire Magic). Protagonist: Reincarnated veteran with dormant instincts; driven, practical, and selfish when necessary. Pacing: Weak-to-Strong arc. No instant god-mode—every tier is hard-won. Themes: Intense rivalries, martial mastery, and a slow-burn epic mystery spanning a million years. Romance / Harem: Slow-burn Single Love Interest. No Harem. Release Schedule: 3 Chapters / Week
StrangeCalculator · Action · 23 ch
Some memories disappear. Others refuse to be forgotten. Sae's world is ordinary: school, music, quiet days, and the endless cycle of routines that never seem to change. That is, until he meets Haruka, a girl whose gentle smile and unwavering kindness slowly begin to transform the way he sees the world. Together, they share laughter beneath cherry blossoms, melodies that speak louder than words, and moments that feel as though they could last forever. But some stories were never meant to be remembered. As strange events begin to unravel reality itself, Sae finds himself questioning his memories, his heart, and the very existence of the person he cherishes most. Blossoms of the Forgotten Day is a heartfelt psychological romance about love, memory, grief, and the painful beauty of holding on when the world has already let go.
Simply No One · Romance · 23 ch
For generations, the River of Life has blessed the valley with crystal waters, flourishing forests, and a promise whispered through every spring festival. Hidden within its depths sleeps an ancient water dragon—the silent guardian who has watched over humanity since the beginning. When ten-year-old Sae and nine-year-old Rika are each saved by the mysterious dragon on opposite sides of the same river, their lives become bound by an invisible thread. Though they grow up worlds apart and never meet, both carry an unexplainable connection to the river, a strange blue necklace, and dreams that refuse to fade. Years later, as a massive dam threatens to silence the sacred waters forever, forgotten legends begin to awaken. The dragon's strength wanes, the river's voice grows faint, and two souls unknowingly destined for one another must uncover the truth hidden beneath the flowing current. In a story where nature remembers what people forget, The Destined Path of Water is a heartfelt fantasy about destiny, memory, sacrifice, and the bonds that transcend time. As the river's fate intertwines with their own, Sae and Rika must discover whether some promises can survive—even when every memory has been washed away. Two souls. One current. A destiny written by the river.
Simply No One · Fantasy · 23 ch
If mythical creatures only exist in folklore, are they truly fictional? Or just kept under very tight wraps? Hazel Adams is a timid high school student who spends all her time hiding from people and reading about Japanese urban legends. Those tales are far more interesting than her boring life, after all. But monsters don't just live in stories. Not only are these creatures very real, but a secret society of wizards also monitors and polices supernatural activity all around the world. To make matters worse, they just accidentally let four Japanese monsters- also known as Yokai- loose in Hazel's city. Now, Hazel must work alongside these wizards to track them down before the unleashed Yokai threaten the balance between the natural and supernatural worlds.
Mercynarie · Urban Fantasy · 23 ch
Far across the vast land of Velmoria, a holy war has raged for eons. On one side stand the humans, guided by their deity, the All-Father, their heroes wielding powers granted through divine blessing. Opposing them are the non-human races, dragons, elves, and orcs, united under their own goddess, determined to crush humanity once and for all. Now, after countless generations of bloodshed, a new hero has emerged, one of unparalleled power, destined to end the war and reshape the fate of Velmoria forever. (this novel is a story of a side character within the novel unmade, he will appear at the end of volume 2 during unmade which is currently still in production, these two novels are connected) ps: i upload whole volumes at once not individual chaps for the first 2 volumes atleast
churro · Fantasy · 23 ch
In the kingdom of Ashbourne, magic is everything in this world. For seventeen-year-old Alistar Fenwick, that's a major problem. Every test he has ever taken has returned the same result: Mana Detection: Negative. In a world where power determines worth, Alistar is an anomaly, an outcast, a young man seemingly incapable of using even the simplest of spell. Yet against all logic, he receives an acceptance letter from the kingdom's most prestigious school, a place that trains mages, scholars, and future heroes of the kingdom. As he prepares to leave behind the quiet life of the Crimson Tavern, Alistar finds himself haunted by small fragments of the past: recurring dreams, an old scar that shouldn't even exist, letters from a childhood friend he hasn't seen even in years, and a crimson moon that makes something weird within him. Meanwhile, far beyond the academy's walls, ancient forces begin to move. Secrets buried for over a decade are starting to resurface, and the truth behind Alistar's existence may be far more dangerous than anyone realizes. At Crimson Academy, where every student is expected to wield magic, one boy with none at all may become the centre of a mystery that threatens to change everything. Some mistakes are meant to be corrected. Others reshape the world.
Paulo_Pasero · Fantasy · 22 ch
In a city drowning in fire and silence, the Black does not simply kill. It waits. It watches. It feeds. When the revolution collapses and the streets of Bentiu run red, a group of children are left to navigate a world that has already decided their fate. Among them is a boy who still believes light can exist in a place that has forgotten the meaning of the word. Beside him walks a boy who has already looked into the abyss and accepted what stares back. Between them stands a girl whose strength is measured not in power, but in how much of herself she is willing to bury to keep the others breathing. As the city burns and the powerful rewrite morality in their own image, these children must confront a force older and hungrier than any war: the quiet, patient darkness that lives in every choice, every sacrifice, and every soul that refuses to look away.Some will try to carry the weight. Some will try to outrun it. Some will try to become it. And somewhere in the ruins, the Black is still listening.
HEAVENLYLARPER · Action · 22 ch
Three close friends find their lives turned upside down after awakening from a strange event, and they receive powers they can’t explain. With these newfound abilities, they begin exploring the world, visiting places they never thought they would see. But the more they venture, the more they realize: the world isn’t what it seems. As they encounter ancient ruins, strange creatures, and forgotten remnants of a world long past, one truth becomes clear—they were never meant to stay on Earth. Driven by a need to uncover the origin of their powers and a way back to their home, they stumble upon secrets far greater than anything they could have imagined. This is a story of friendship, awakening, and a journey that spans far more than just one world. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hello, I’m DarkCosmos, a first-time author writing for the love of the craft. While I'm still learning and refining my style (pardon any minor errors!), I am dedicated to this world and its characters. It can be a quiet journey at times, but I am here for the long haul. If you’re enjoying the story, stay tuned because the best is yet to come. I always welcome your feedback in the comments! This story is also being published on Royal Road.
DarkCosmos · Slice Of Life · 22 ch
It's about an orphan named Gil with a special gift about him that will land him in trouble when a mysterious organization targets him. He will be kidnapped and thrown in a facility with others in the same situation. Then he will learn to use the tools of the gift he has always avoided to get stronger, take back his freedom, and learn more about the mysterious way.
BerserkerGil · Fantasy · 21 ch
Year 2147. The Sun stops—not dead, not dimmed, but *paused*. Fusion ceases for 11 minutes and 43 seconds every 72 hours. A silence with a pattern. A signal. Astrophysicist Dr. Ella Vayne decodes the sun's tremors and discovers the frequency matches human brain theta waves. Not coincidence. Something is broadcasting to Earth—or waking something *in* Earth. Recruited into a black-ops mission, Ella and ex-special forces operative Kasen Reed are sent to a remote Martian research base. The scientists there report footsteps in the dead of the base—footsteps that echo from 300 meters below, where satellite scans show only empty rock. What they find buried beneath Mars isn't a ship. It's a **memory vessel**—a relic built by a civilization that encoded its final moments into a structure that responds to human neural patterns. And Ella's brainwaves? They sync perfectly with the sun's silence. They always have. She wasn't chosen. She was *made* for this. But someone on Earth is building a tower—a transmitter. They don't want to receive the signal. They want to **reply**. The question isn't who sent the silence. It's who—or what—will answer back.
gloriabatao · Sci Fi · 21 ch
It's a story you've read before. Boy meets boy, and both boys fall in love. Yes, but what if they were to fall in love no matter what? A series of short stories about the same characters falling in love over and over again despite different settings and circumstances.
ShinMeiko · Romance · 21 ch
Euthanasia. Quite the... macabre, but merciful concept. The idea that it is better to "die with grace" than to fight to delay the agonising inevitable, to give the suffering a way out without shame, pain, fear... To kindly lead them towards... peace. But how do you apply that to someone whose existence is as certain as the universe itself? To a “god”? ... Step 1: Orchestrate a genocide.
Aims_the_sloth · Supernatural · 21 ch
What would happen if a heavily augmented mercenary from a cyberpunk megacity were sent to a fantasy world? Follow Reeve as he searches for a way back home while facing the threats of an unfamiliar world where political tensions continue to escalate. What can you expect from this webnovel? A protagonist enhanced with cybernetic implants. A more mature take on the isekai genre, with darker themes and serious consequences. Political intrigue, conspiracies, and conflict. Violence, including graphic combat and death. Content Warning: This story contains violence, blood, death, strong language, and other mature themes. It is intended for a mature audience. Author's Note: English isn't my first language, so I use AI to help translate the story from the original Portuguese.
HavelFlip · Fantasy · 21 ch