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Treylen never envisioned himself tracking down his own kin, especially within the confines of family. In the dark recesses of Wetherdin's mines, a sinister scheme unfurls. Dragon eggs are vanishing for the Jaul, and Treylen, along with Aaron and their dragons, must penetrate the covert operation to expose the traitor. Armed with refined spycraft, an enhanced connection with Rime, and the guidance of his mentor, they adopt the guise of visiting nobility to comfortably navigate the mountain lodge while leisurely unraveling the mystery. Yet, as Marziel vanishes on a night marked by murder, and Treylen's family becomes entangled in the intrigue, an imminent deadline emerges. Faced with a decision unprepared for by the abbey, Treylen is compelled to delve deeper into the caverns of the Dragon Lands than he ever imagined.

O Bored Prowler of the white pages stained in dark ink. Do ye tire and lose interest in the scrolls of endless writers that tell the dry tales of Systems? Of modern men who traverse through time and space to arrive in fantastical worlds where they achieve naught but baseless journeys? Of tasteless worlds with no intrigue, failing to grasp thy mind? If that be the case, hearken unto me, O Prowler! Let me appeal to thy desire for adventure and darkness, bringing thee into the world of LEASTRIA, where ye shall follow the story of foul men born from distorted shadow! Where selfish Stars toy with fate from their Odd Demesnes! Where the Enlightened, the Sorcerers, the Cradlers and the Genuine Accursed roam and rend the Sheltered Lands with their obscene lust and greed! Where ye shall follow the story of the Cursed Child as he seeks ‘The Bringing’ and rises from meagrehood to significance under thy eyes. Hearken unto my voice and begin this tale, if ye fear not to prowl in Mythology. Do ye dare, O Prowler, to be lost in true Fantasy? ---------------- I will be posting this story on Royal Road under the name Shade Arjuun

In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, a mysterious man with no recollection of who he is awakens in the ruins. Branded as "Anonymous" or "Anon", he embarks on a journey to discover his true identity. Along the way, he stumbles upon Mrs Anderson, a compassionate young Canadian woman, who takes him in and offers him shelter and support. As Anon attempts to regain his memories, he realises that his forgotten past is the least of his worries. Unbeknownst to him, he possesses incredible powers capable of unleashing unimaginable destruction upon Newyork city. Faced with this newfound revelation, Anon must learn to control his abilities before it's too late. However, complications arise when Conrad, a young CEO suffering from a debilitating genetic illness becomes fixated on Anon. Believing that the mysterious man holds the key to curing his illness, Conrad relentlessly pursues him across the city. Admist the pandemonium, Anon discovers the Matrix Agency, a secretive organisation dedicated to combatting crime. But even within their ranks, a rogue leader has sinister plans for Anon, unwittingly using him as a pawn in a grander scheme. Caught in the web of intrigue and danger, Anon must navigate these treacherous paths while uncovering the truth about his own past. With the help of unexpected allies, he strives to reconcile his powers, evade pursuers, and ultimately unravel a mystery that holds the fate of the city in its hands. Through bravery, resilience, and the power of friendship, Anon will forge his own destiny and unearth the truth that lies beneath his own enigmatic existence.

Eran and Theo, are two close friends that belong to the infamous mercenary group, Band of de Sun. Eran is driven by ambition for revenge, seeking retribution for his clan's death, while Theo seeks to realize his dreams of power and control. The road ahead of them will not be as beautiful as they imagined. The band's loyalty is tested, and tragedy ensues, forcing Eran and Theo to question their principles and reasoning. Will their friendship survive the clash of ambitions and the test of loyalty that awaits them? In a world driven by power and revenge, Eran and Theo's friendship will be put to the test. Will they find a way to reconcile their ambitions, or will their path lead them to a painful harsh reality?

Greenish Race invaded the planet earth and destroyed everything, especially humans. Humans who survive crawl to the underground and create “weapons” to revenge. 100 “weapons” called HumanBot. Asher was one of the 100, the weakest or the luckiest, who knows? All the modified DNAs planted in his body were well-expressed. And not only that, but he also got a system—A mutant system. [The Mutant System has been granted] “You have 0 DNA essence in your bank.” “Unlocking DNA Extraction Skill Level 1.” [Cost: 0 DE] … Being the extraordinary human breed, will Asher and the HumanBot be able to bring back the glory for the human race?

When fate and vengeance intertwine in the lineage of the God Artemis, the world will undoubtedly shift dramatically towards destruction in retaliation from Arte Balder, a handsome man with an extraordinary combat instinct. He battles an evil conspiracy involving gods steering the world toward utter devastation. A figure set to embark on adventures, traversing cities, kingdoms, empires, and continents, all the way to the celestial throne. Arte and his army face horrifying monsters, malevolent troops, and tyrannical gods. Gathering high-tier magical treasures, all to prepare for Ragnarok, the battle of humans against gods. However, Arte also grapples with an internal conflict: choosing between slaying or forgiving his power-hungry adoptive parents, granted powers by one of the gods. This will be one of his most complex and heart-wrenching decisions. In an adventure filled with action, political intrigue, and inter-racial tensions, Arte leads the resistance against his predestined path. Can he sacrifice everything for the balance of the world? Brace yourself to be immersed in a magical world filled with power and revenge in the Eternal Insect System.

Devin was cheated on, betrayed and made to look like a fool by his beloved fiancee. She even deceived him and got pregnant for another man, shattering Devin's hope of building a family with her. Unapologetic, she and her new boyfriend tried to kill Devin themselves. But what they didn't know was that an ancient power resides within Devin. And not just that, Devin is the heir to the biggest Magnate in the world! With his new found wealth, Devin set out to exact a brutal revenge on rise who had hurt him in the past. Follow Devin in this journey of dominance, triumph and exotic intrigue!

When a dying breed of paranormals becomes the latest addition to the merciless intrigue of a multidimensional threat, the last of them is sent to earth, and soon protected by its helm of pioneer superhumans. Conjuras possess the awakened ability to incarnate a dragon and the perks that come with. However, the weakest among them, 19 year old Ryuu Kurja, was still in infancy stages when his entire kingdom was decimated by Luvius. The five-fold alternate whose superhuman curse is absorbing the power of paranormals, has his eyes set on the Conjura clan, but just before he gets to the last one, Ryuu is transported to earth. However, His new life met with life-threatening conflicts when he realizes that his arrival brought along some very unwelcome guests. Will he rise to the occasion and finally become the strength his ancestors hoped he would? Or will he let them down once more, and suffer the same fate they all did. In a grueling tale of strength and the superhuman, the only guaranteed leak, is that Ryuu will be... The Last Conjura

Matteo and Sylvie are unaware of the generational curse that has befallen Sylvie's family . When Sylvie's parents learn of her accident, they rush to the hospital, only to discover an engagement ring on her finger. Distraught, the father confesses to the young couple that his family had been cursed by an angry Father D'Souza three hundred years ago, and that the spell prevented their daughters from marrying. The couple finds it difficult to believe, but they have little option because their lives are continually threatened. Matteo and Sylvie are unable to live without each other, but there is little they can do until Matteo encounters Professor Beth, the spiritual world's master. Professor Beth explains to Matteo that in some cultures, it was believed that a generational curse worked long after the person who had uttered it had died because it was thought that an evil curse, once uttered, stuck to an evil witch, and the witch then became the keeper of the curse, and it was the duty of that evil witch Krystle to make the curse come true generation after generation.  Professor Beth is questioned by Matteo if there is a method to kill the witch and break the curse. Professor Beth informs him that there was a way out, but it was dangerous. If he decides to seek down and eliminate a spirit, the spirit will be aware that it is being pursued. It would erupt into a conflict between man and the devil. Was he up to the task? Matteo declares to Professor Beth that he will fight for his love... and thus their adventure begins. Through a realm of terror and intrigue, as well as the never-ending battle between good and evil. Will love triumph over all?  

In this gripping tale, we delve into the life of Mark, a university deliveryman whose life suddenly changes forever. When he accidentally uncovers the affair of his beautiful girlfriend, Lisa, with the wealthy quarterback, Jake, he plunges into a pit of anger and despair. However, fate plays its peculiar game. When Mark faints due to the incident, he hears a mysterious voice in his mind - a system offering him one million dollars if he can spend it within three days. With unwavering determination and resolve, Mark embarks on an extraordinary journey towards sudden wealth. However, the money is not the end of his story but the beginning of a greater quest. "The System's Game" is a tale that intertwines power, intrigue, and second chances in life. While Mark spends millions of dollars, he also discovers his true self and a way to mend his past. Love, betrayal, and the enigmatic power of the system will lead him to difficult choices and a profound conclusion in his quest for redemption.