shadow and bone

Nathaniel "Nate" Archer was once the most feared assassin in the underworld, a man whose name was synonymous with death. For twenty years, he thrived in the shadows, eliminating targets with cold precision, leaving no trace behind. But two years ago, he walked away from it all, choosing a life of solitude in a quiet, remote town, far from the chaos and bloodshed. He thought he could finally escape his past, but some shadows never die. Nate's hard-won peace shatters when an anonymous package arrives at his doorstep, containing photos of his most secretive missions—missions that should have been forgotten. Along with the photos is a chilling message: "Welcome back, Shadow. We'll meet again soon." As mysterious threats close in, Nate realizes he is being hunted by someone who knows every detail of his past. The quiet life he built crumbles as he is forced back into the world he left behind, a world of betrayal, blood, and vengeance. But this time, the stakes are higher, and the enemy is unknown. Driven by a need to protect the life he has created, Nate must unravel the mystery of his pursuer before it's too late. He dives back into the darkness, where every move could be his last. But Nate Archer is not just a man who hides in the shadows—he is the shadow, and he will not stop until he finds the one who dares to threaten him.

In the modern city of Ellington, life seems calm and ordinary. Yet, mysterious forces and supernatural events lurk in the shadows. People whisper of superpowers, while some are unaware of the existence of supernatural creatures protecting humanity from the unseen dangers. Our protagonist, caught in the crossfire of these hidden worlds, discovers a power within themselves that changes their destiny forever.

Saint is the powerful heir of the dragon clan. However, he went missing a year back after losing his memories to the sinister act of the Seven Clans, a Council of the strongest clans that controlled the world. Maltreated by his new in-laws, and powerful figures in the City, an attempt on his life by Jack Sparrow in an attempt to win his wife over leads to the flooding back of his memories. Armed with the memories of his true identity, Saint sets back to take back what was taken away from him. With these people being very powerful people however, and figures hiding in the dark shadow veils of the city beyond the Seven Clan that controlled life on earth, his part isn't going to be a pretty one.

Playing a game with a level system is a common thing. But what happens if you play a game with an elimination system with your life on the line? This is exactly what Terry felt. Due to his wife's huge debt, he was forced to join a survival game called Debt System. During the survival game, Terry realized that there were many mysteries hidden behind this game. He also learns that the organizers of the game have very bad intentions towards him, especially X! Can Terry be the winner in this game? Can he survive after knowing the big secret behind this game?

In the desolate town of Ravenswood, journalist Lucas arrives to debunk its supernatural myths but stumbles upon a cursed history hidden in the shadows. As he digs deeper, he discovers a cycle of disappearances and dark rituals plaguing the town every decade. Guided by an unseen force, Lucas ventures into the ancient forest, revealing eerie symbols and a malevolent presence. The forgotten souls of Ravenswood, trapped between the living and the dead, implore him to unearth the truth. Haunted by memories of a forgotten past, Lucas faces a spectral figure revealing a pact made by desperate townsfolk centuries ago. To break the curse, he must confront an ancient entity lurking in the heart of the forest—a force that hungers for the suffering of Ravenswood. As Lucas navigates the ethereal landscape and confronts the colossal entity, the town's forgotten souls bear witness to a final reckoning. The malevolence that bound Ravenswood for centuries must be confronted, and Lucas holds the key to severing the town's ties to the cursed realm. In a surreal confrontation with the entity, Lucas must grapple with his own past and make a choice that will either free Ravenswood from its haunted history or condemn it to an eternity of darkness. The shadows of the forgotten demand justice, and Lucas is the reluctant harbinger of their long-awaited reckoning.

Mafia revenge Kelvin woke up to a divorce paper already signed by his wife, because she feels like Kelvin does not fit in her popular social life. Maria made Kelvin go through a lot because of his sudden predicament. Kelvin signed the papers and moved out of the house, some men in black suit opened the door of an expensive car for him. Who could Kelvin be? ow come the sudden wealth of Maria?

In a world where darkness and light are intertwined, Ryu Tanaka, a young man shrouded in mystery, discovers his latent powers as a Shadow Weaver. With his newfound abilities, he's drawn into a realm of ancient magic and forgotten lore. As Ryu navigates this treacherous landscape, he's confronted by Hikari, a fiery antagonist driven by a burning desire for power. Their fates become entwined in a dance of light and darkness, with the world hanging in the balance. In a climactic battle, Ryu faces off against Hikari at the ancient ruins of Tenebrous Peak, but ultimately falls to his demise. However, his journey doesn't end there. Ryu's spirit is reincarnated into his own body, restoring his life and memories. Reborn with a newfound sense of purpose, Ryu sets out to prevent Hikari's destructive ambitions and restore balance to the world. With his shadowy powers reborn and his past experiences guiding him, Ryu is determined to change the course of fate. Will Ryu's second chance be enough to save the world from the brink of destruction, or will the shadows of his past define his future?

In a world where ordinary lives mask extraordinary threats, our protagonist, Alex, stumbles upon a mysterious family heirloom. Awakening a unique superpower, Alex becomes entangled in the shadows of the world, joining an association akin to S.H.I.E.L.D. His journey unfolds as he discovers the hidden evils and risks his life to become an unexpected hero. As shadows clash, Alex stands at a moral crossroads. Uncover the secrets within shadows in "Veiled Realms: Shadows Unleashed" – a tale where the line between hero and villain blurs, and the world teeters on the edge of an uncertain future. Step into the unknown.

The dying star pulsed, it’s heart on the verge of collapse. Twelve figures, cloaked in unimaginable power, stood amidst its final throes. On one side, six beings (the angels) blazed with light so intense, it dwarfed the star's dying brilliance. Across from them, five figures (the demons)exuded a chilling darkness, a black hole's silent hunger, their very presence accelerating the star's demise. And in the center of this cosmic ballet of light and shadow, stood Reaper. He seemed to absorb the dying star's essence, his form cloaked in a darkness deeper than any of the others, a living embodiment of the star's final, terrible scream. But then, the things discussed were by no means simple, the fate of the world was resting on their soundless star toppling discussion. The intensity of the conversation loomed above the star like an omen of death, accelerating it's death even further. Suddenly, the figure in the middle broke the sacred rule, yelling in a language that speaks for all, his voice was like the rushing of a mighty wind. I Reaper, will dethrone and destroy that God, make him pay for neglecting us all and if you don't join me, you will all suffer the same fate. The faces of the angels and demons -a vortex of light and darkness- went grim as they moved to strike down the tyrannical being. But before they could, Reaper, the demon of death and chaos was gone. Our story...begins here.

The blood of the Lord. Chen Wu lived in the shadow of humiliation and humiliation in the Tianlong Clan. Born without knowing who his father was, he was considered a stain in the clan's pure bloodline. His mother, a once respected woman, was locked up in a forbidden valley for giving birth to Chen Wu. as a child unable to sense spiritual energy until the age of 15, he was nicknamed "useless trash." However, Chen Wu's life changes when he discovers the terrible truth about his origins. in his blood flowed a power that surpassed the world's understanding, a power that was locked behind the suffering and humiliation he experienced. With burning hatred and deep love for his mother, Chen Wu vows to destroy those who look down on him, free his mother, and seize the destiny that rightfully belongs to him. From someone who was considered trash, Chen Wu slowly worked his way up to becoming a ruler who would shake the world.