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Mages from across the plane dream of acceptance to the distant Oruss Academy for an erudite education in the arcane, but one young applicant, the eccentric memoirist "Lasset Milly", looks to make a mockery of the ancient institute, unless it bends to his whims and fits in his box.
Failnot · Fantasy · 1 ch
The Zenith erupted from the earth—monsters, demons, and alien horrors pouring out of a million Towers, wiping out half of humanity in a single year. My parents vanished in the chaos. I didn't. When the survivors finally got the power to fight back, they got fireballs, blades of light, and heroic bloodlines. I got a corpse. [SYSTEM NOTICE] Ability Unlocked: Carcass Possession No spells. No weapons. My class lets me climb inside the bodies of the monsters I kill and wear their skin — their strength, their claws, their nightmares — like armor. Everyone who saw it called it a trash roll. A joke of a class for a kid who'd never survive his first Tower. They were wrong. The Zenith reached the peak of evolution before they broke the world. Now every corpse I leave behind is a weapon I get to keep. I'm going to climb their Towers, wear their bodies, and take back everything they took from me — one stolen shell at a time. What to Expect: ⚔ Unique LitRPG system — no mana, no magic, just Carcass Possession 🦴 Stats, tiers, and a growing "Vessel Library" of monster bodies to wear 🏙 Grim, grounded post-apocalyptic setting — Grey District, guild politics, black markets 🤝 Alliance-building over chosen-one power fantasy — trust is earned, not given 📈 Slow-burn progression that rewards patience, precision, and clever tactics over raw stats 🐜 Body-horror flavored transformation — possession has a cost, and it isn't clean 👁 A mysterious, ancient rival who's been doing this far longer than the MC has 📅 Upload Schedule: 2 Chapters Daily at 9:00 AM & 7:00 PM EDT (3:00 PM & 1:00 AM CEST).
Silver_Owl · Litrpg · 4 ch
Bell spent ten years serving Princess Silvia as her personal butler, protecting her from the dangers of the Imperial Capital while slowly uncovering the darkness hidden beneath its beautiful surface. The Church was corrupt, the Imperial Family was hiding secrets, and innocent people were disappearing while the entire capital pretended nothing was wrong. Bell tried to expose the truth, but his actions only turned him into a criminal in Silvia's eyes. Eventually, the princess he had sworn to protect became his greatest enemy and personally ended his life. His final regret was simple. He had failed her. But death wasn't the end. Bell awakens ten years in the past, returning to the time when he was only twelve years old and Silvia was still the innocent princess he had sworn to protect. This time, however, Bell remembers everything that will happen, and a mysterious Time-Loop System has appeared alongside his second chance. He knows the future. He knows the people who will betray them. He knows the darkness beneath the Imperial Capital. And he knows that the kind princess standing beside him will one day become a villainess. Bell has already failed once. This time, he will save Silvia before she becomes the woman who kills him.
NobleMan1 · Thriller · 5 ch
“The problems concerning demons and evil clocks began like many of my problems do: with a terrible wifi connection.” • • • • Alena moved to a small town to escape her past and start a restaurant, not to tangle with a demon. But when the monster messes with her wifi, ruins her roommate's date, and threatens to commit mass murder, she's forced to put her plans on hold. Impossible phenomena and a chaotic stalker lead her to a grandfather clock with backward numbers. The ghost inside believes she's there to help it escape, and offers to show her the world through its eyes. With one fateful glimpse, Alena enters a long entrenched battle for the sovereignty of the soul. Volume One of Hunting Midnight is part paranormal adventure, part urban progression fantasy. It delivers as much charm as it does creepshow, as many smiles as it does spooks, and introduces an unforgettably unique cast of villains and heroes. • • • • What to expect • Schedule: 3+ chapters per week, avg. 2,000 words per chapter • POV: Single 1st-person • FMC: Realistically flawed, competent, proactive, spunky, sarcastic • Progression: Vol 1 is soft-magic discovery. Vol 2 aims to explore an emerging system (light stats). • Tone: A blend of urban fantasy, horror, and thriller—with a dash of good humour • Romance: Low focus, no harem. (Minor mature themes). • Status: Volume 1 is complete at 111 chapters. Patreon = 20 advance chapters
ashgreyfog · Urban Fantasy · 45 ch
Richard once believed that science could save his country. As the deputy head of aerospace and maritime research, he spent his life designing aircraft, ships, and technologies meant to pull his nation out of crisis. But when his research funding was cut and the dreams he built together with his closest colleague were destroyed by political decisions, all of his sacrifices began to feel meaningless. That night, drunk and utterly broken, Richard was attacked by a mysterious figure. When he opened his eyes again, he was no longer in the modern world. His body was small. His skin was green. Around him were only damp caves, stone weapons, and a group of goblins who had not even discovered the wheel. Then a voice echoed in his mind. [Tech Tree System successfully bound] "Huh.......?"
setplag · Fantasy · 3 ch
When a tragic fire destroys its home, ARK-7 a caregiving automaton haunted by the memory logs of the children it failed to save awakens in an unforgiving fantasy world. Its core directive to protect the young ignites when it rescues Glim, a terrified slime, neutralizing threats with brutal machine precision before soothing the creature with a glitched, static-laced lullaby. Searching for safety, the duo discovers Grum, a colossal stone golem frozen in an emotional coma after centuries of abandonment. By applying child-therapy protocols and night after night of soft storytelling, ARK reawakens the titan, unlocking a hidden valley to establish Sanctuary a haven where the world's discarded monsters can finally find a home.
shiet · Adventure · 2 ch
Velan ends up in a realm known as Kaalam by the will of a mysterious person who called himself Master. Then Velan was given a single mission by that person: "Kill the King of Bandha" Before Velan could even respond to it, he was sent back in time to an ancient kingdom—the Bandha Kingdom. There, he finds himself chased by guards, put on court trial, finally ending up on a dungeon prison where he meets Anya, a chaotic and violent woman who helps him escape the prison. She reveals to him secrets that he was never supposed to know. Secrets that were kept away from him. And as he approaches his target, the King, he questions his mission itself and the mysterious Master who sent him. Later, Master reassures him that it's all for the stability of Kaalam. "The King is a Terror of Kaalm, an evil being that destabilizes Kaalam's harmony." Master had said to him. Would he kill the King like Master says and stabilize Kaalam? Or would he choose to follow Anya who saved his life?
Kathirvelan · Fantasy · 1 ch
Elmer Hills watched his parents murdered by a Demon Summon at the tender age of ten, shattering his life and whatever bright future he hoped was in store for him. Driven by hatred for demons and a thirst for revenge, he journeys to the city of Ur eight years later and becomes a Demon Hunter, making a living out of hunting the endless swarm of demons roaming the lands of Fitzroy, while he actively seeks out that which had murdered his parents. However, his path is frowned upon by the Church. Like every other illegal Demon Hunter, he is hunted down, but when he is found, he is offered a place in their ranks. Elmer accepts. After all, what better place for him to garner the resources to find the demon that has been tormenting him for years than in the Church? And besides, not only does he get paid double for his services, he becomes a Transcendent. More power was always appreciated. WHAT TO EXPECT: - Strong to Stronger MC - A very revenge-focused storyline - Expansive worldbuilding and diverse cast of races, elves, dwarves, vampires, goblins, and so much more - Lots of demon hunting and steady progression - A magic system with a mix of cultivation and rpg systems - Perfect for fans of Lord of the Mysteries, Shadow Slave, and The Witcher
A_Random_Turtle · Fantasy · 30 ch
Roderick Vale is a failure. In a family of Gravity mages, his only talent is turning expensive linseed oil into charcoal-smudged garbage. His brother hates him, his mom pities him, and his "masterpiece" of a noble knight looks like a stickman with a stroke. Then the stickman stepped off the canvas. It’s 2D, it smells like wet paint, and it makes the sound of tearing flesh. When the System greets Roderick, it doesn't give him fireballs or flight. It gives him the power to bring his own neurological disasters to life. Gildenfall isn't ready for an army of sentient scribbles, and honestly, neither is Roderick.
Glazy · Fantasy · 1 ch
In a galaxy where high-tech colonization meets the primal forces of the void, survival is a matter of frequency. S-17 was born in the silence of a deep-space laboratory, a "vessel" forged through the cruel Evolution Adaptation experiments of the sinister Dr. Thorne. Augmented with reinforced bone density and a mind capable of processing infinite data, he was designed to be the ultimate survivor. But when he is discarded onto the surface of Xylos, he discovers a power the scientists could never replicate. Xylos is a world saturated with Aether—a primal, raw energy that flows through the air, the beasts, and the planet’s crystalline core. While most require years of grueling discipline to learn Vibration—the rare ability to sense and influence the Aether—S-17 perceives it instinctively as "ripples" in the world around him.
SteelSpecter · Action · 42 ch
Cen died and got transported to another world. (Minecraft fanficccccccc!!!, always want write something like this let's see how fun it will be. Chapters are going to be short like Hella short and its a fun crazy idea so I don't really know how it is going to play out).
TheNoGod · Adventure · 2 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
The incredibly anticipated game, Aevum, has just released today. Arthur has been waiting for this game for a long time, as it is the first true virtual reality MMORPG to ever be released. The company has been quite secretive about the technology behind it, though... Arthur will get to experience life in another world, along with fifty thousand other players as part of the first wave into Aevum. He will fight, learn, improve, make friends, make enemies, and uncover strange happenings in this new world. What to expect: A VRMMO story without "die in real life" stakes (I know, not everyone's cup of tea). A main character who is driven to become stronger through pure swordsmanship, no magic. Fairly light hearted tones, with descriptions of violence but nothing grotesque. PG-13 is roughly equivalent I would say.
Purg · Litrpg · 13 ch
Luke is a teenage boy who goes hiking with his friends and girlfriend. Nighttime in the woods, Luke is making out with his girlfriend when a wolf appears from out of nowhere and attacks them. Luke tackles with the wolf whilst his girlfriend runs to call for help. Luke then manages to throw off the wolf and runs away but the wolf chases after him and bites his leg, another wolf appears from nowhere and pounces on his shoulder, tearing it open. Luke doesn't stop running away as more wolves join the hunt, he sees a bear's cave and enters it, thinking it's better to be eaten by a bear than being eaten alive by wolves. The wolves are afraid to enter the cave so Luke is temporarily safe but he's lost too much blood but enters deeper into the cave where he then collapses on the corpse of an Alpha Werewolf. The Werewolf corpse assimilates with the unconscious Luke and the next thing, Luke finds himself in a foreign world of fantasy and magic.
Smallhands · Fantasy · 31 ch
In a technologically advanced future where elite academies compete for prestige, eleven exceptional students receive a mysterious invitation to participate in The Chrysalis Initiative, a secretive tournament reputed to challenge the world’s most brilliant minds. Within an advanced simulation, the participants are assigned concealed roles as Hunters or Survivors. With no certainty of who stands on which side—and with roles capable of shifting between rounds—alliances begin to form even as doubt quietly takes root. As the tournament progresses, every interaction becomes a test of perception and every decision a calculated risk. Trust begins to erode, and the students find themselves questioning not only those around them, but their own judgment, instincts, and sense of self. In a system built upon deception and survival, the question is no longer who will win, but how far someone can be pushed before losing the very humanity they are trying to protect.
Ryxel · Sci Fi · 9 ch
Heros need a voice of reason in their unreasonable visage
RVT · Tragedy · 1 ch
He was a mere cleaner in the midst of world heroes. Nothing more. Burdened with responsibility far beyond his age, Yuin scraped by through multiple jobs. One of which was cleaning after the esteemed heroes and serving as their emotional outlet. Until a sudden malfunction in the hero system opened a new path. A dangerous one. On the day the heroes began their patriotic mission, Yuin was forcibly selected. Not to be a hero, but as one of the hundreds meant to be slaughtered as a display of power by the celestials who imposed the hero system upon the world. They are undefeated, even by the heroes. But Yuin, a mere cleaner, labeled potentialless, seized that dangerous path. And did what no one else could. He killed a celestial. Not one. Two. As an unregistered existence within the system—an error—Yuin became a loophole capable of ending beings beyond the world itself. Yet to those in power, he remains nothing more than a cleaner. He is ignored and overlooked, unaware that he is the very key to defeating the beings they fear most. Now dragged into deadly survival rounds alongside thousands, Yuin fights in places he was meant to die. And there, he climbs the ranks. Like every other, Yuin is granted the privilege to summon players. But unlike the rest, he does not follow the norm. While others summon power, he summons the exceptional. They summon attack players—he summons an alchemist who defies the limits of the world. They summon defenders—he summons a broker, a cunning figure who bends the system’s forbidden laws and deals in what even the system itself does not offer. He is an error. And errors… cannot be controlled.
DemoiselleAhkinie · Fantasy · 10 ch
Five hundred years after "The Shattering" left a scar on the world forever, humanity lives in a fragile " peace " upheld by the cold, iron grip of the Rogue Capture Team (R.C.T.). Terra Umbral doesn’t care about peace. He doesn’t even care much about his own name. As a "Dragon-Killer" with a kill count close to a thousand, Terra is a chaotic force of crimson Ether and lost memories. When a routine heist for a mysterious relic goes wrong in Washington D.C., Terra becomes the target of a full-scale manhunt led by the R.C.T.’s most elite and most unhinged operatives. Forced to take along Dash, a naive sporeborn youth whose life he has already ruined.
dumbhd · Action · 13 ch
It is the story of an ordinary middle school student who is suddenly cursed by a powerful Demon Lord from another world. Despite this, he gradually awakens his magical powers, surpassing all creatures that have ever existed (except the gods), and begins his journey to take revenge on demonkind.
mrjapturk · Fantasy · 20 ch
He had never believed in fantasy. All tales of heroism and righteousness, destiny, they always felt like lies. Where force rules all, law is but the mirage. After being abused, isolated, and plagued by misfortunes in his youth, he knew only one truth: the powerful always got whatever they wanted. Then one calm New Year's day, reality began to fall apart. Individuals vanish. Cities collapse. The sky shatters like a pane of glass. And an inexplicable, luminescent blue phrase lights up: "This world has been written." The entire world began to be systematically erased, but as for him, he was unaffected, like an overlooked error the world failed to delete. Standing amidst this collapsing reality, he confronts the horrifying question: "What if the world has never truly existed? And, was I not meant to be in it in the first place?"
bad_writer · Mystery · 3 ch