shadow and bone

The Bloodstained King. The Talented Alchemist. The Veteran Warrior. The Enchantress. The Elven Bard. The Homunculus. The Warlock. Their destinies collided to bring about the end of Erebus and his shadow creatures. Tasked to collect all seven artifacts of Phoebe, the prophesied heroes embarked on a journey through the lands of Desmos as various discoveries, horrendous monsters, as well as new allies await their arrival. Seven Artifacts. Seven Heroes. Seven Stories.

18 year old Inez Sivan moved to a new city to begin a new life and live among humans, but fate had other plans for her. She had no idea that her main reason for being in the human world was to protect her from the vampire king, who ruled the shadow world and was on his way to the human world to claim it as his own. Inez was aware that she was there for a reason. The prophecy chose her to be the one to save the human world from the vampire king, but there was a plot twist: the vampire king turned out to be her biological father, who wants her dead so he can achieve his goals. To achieve this, he dispatched someone to the human world to bring Inez to him, but destiny had it that it was Inez's twin sister, from whom she had been separated since the day her human mother was killed by her father. The Vampire king. Everything started to fall apart when she fell in love with Chase Parker, a human boy she wasn't supposed to love. Chase felt connected to Inez the moment he saw her. He knows nothing about the woman he is falling in love with. Until one night, during a school trip, he saw her feeding on a creature. Will Chase accept her for who she is, or will he reject her and expose her to the rest of the world? Meanwhile, their love is said to be unconventional. If they end up together despite the council's disapproval, the entire world could be jeopardised. In this quest, Inez must fight for the one she loves while also finding a way to save the human world without losing her love.

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 a realm covered in darkness and despair, two figures emerge to shape the course of destiny: Royce, now imbued with newfound power and harbouring a thirst for vengeance, and Grimnar, consumed by a relentless fury fueled by the injustice done to his mother. Together, they invent evil schemes, rallying allies and amassing forces to perform their malevolent designs, casting a shadow of fear over the land. Yet amidst the looming shadow of impending doom, glimmers of hope flicker in the hearts of unexpected heroes. Undaunted by the encroaching darkness, they stand resolute, determined to defy the overwhelming odds stacked against them. As the machinations of evil unfold and the stakes escalate, the world trembles on the brink of destruction. Will the forces of hatred triumph, plunging the realm into eternal night? Or will the unbeatable spirit of courage and resilience prevail, brightening the path to salvation and restoring light to a world besieged by shadows?

In Blackwood College, power isn’t given, it’s taken. Jones, once a nobody, is determined to rewrite the rules. When he dares to challenge Clinton, the ruthless leader who controls the college with an iron grip, he sparks a brutal war that spirals beyond his imagination. Betrayals lurk in every corner. Friendships shatter. Blood stains the hallways as Jones and Clinton wage a relentless battle for dominance. Lies, deception, and hidden agendas fuel their war, turning allies into enemies and enemies into ghosts. But just when Jones thinks he has won, Clinton proves why he’s a master of survival. His shocking escape from police custody sets the stage for an earth-shattering finale. A final, unpredictable confrontation at the docks leaves both men fighting not just for power, but for their lives. As bullets fly and the past comes crashing down, Jones faces the ultimate question: Can he truly end this war, or will Clinton’s shadow haunt him forever? In this high-stakes tale of revenge, power, and betrayal, one thing is certain, only one will leave Blackwood College alive.

After rising from the dead, Niff was given an order by the Moon Goddess to free the Land of Amaphera from the cursed magic power of the Dark Shadow. The problem is that Niff lost his strength, got swapped in another man body, and lost all his memory—can't even remember his own name! How will Niff liberate Amaphera Country? How will the search for the six bodies of Amaphera Country's strongest mages hidden by the Dark Shadow succeed? How does Niff unravel the big secrets of Amaphera Country? Niff struggle to get his life back, against fate to fight for his whole life as a half blood witch,, and to change the prophecy of fate will begin when he rises from the dead.

Synopsis/Blurb In the fog-shrouded early 1900s, former detective Thomas Blackwood receives a distressing letter from his estranged brother, Elijah, beckoning him to the enigmatic Shadow Isle. Determined to uncover the truth behind his brother's plea, Thomas embarks on a perilous journey to the Ghostly Archipelago, accompanied by his steadfast assistant, Amelia West, and the weathered Captain Jonathan Pike. Upon their arrival, they encounter the sinister Marcus Graves, a wealthy landowner with a chilling hold over the island and its inhabitants. Despite warnings to leave, Thomas presses on, driven by a thirst for redemption and justice. As Thomas delves into the island's murky past, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies, each revelation bringing him closer to the truth—and closer to danger. Haunted by visions of his brother and tormented by the restless spirits that roam the island, Thomas races against time to unravel the mysteries of the Ghostly Archipelago. But as tensions rise and alliances are tested, Thomas realizes that nothing is as it seems on Shadow Isle. Beneath the surface of deception and darkness lies a truth more sinister than he could have ever imagined—one that threatens to consume him and all who dare to uncover it. In a pulse-pounding showdown on the windswept cliffs of Shadow Isle, Thomas must confront Marcus Graves and the malevolent forces that seek to destroy him. With the help of Amelia and his newfound allies, Thomas must face his own demons and confront the ghosts of his past if he is to survive the mysteries of the Ghostly Archipelago.

Luke Steward was a well-known character in the small Ludwit City. A famous drunkard who roamed the streets reckoning of alcohol. However, this could not be farther from the truth. The man that the people of Ludwit City saw was nothing more than a facade. In reality, Luke was one of the Aurora Continent's most infamous villains, Shadow, who was now hiding in the small town of a remote kingdom. Three years ago, he had been cornered by a powerful organization and was forced to sacrifice his power and seal his cultivation in order to survive. Luke, who did not consider himself a villain, but a misunderstood hero, must now complete his goals while keeping his identity hidden. How far will he be willing to go in order to enforce his twisted sense of justice?

In "Virtual Destiny: Unveiling the System," Ethan, a struggling student, stumbles upon a hidden power that grants him access to the immersive world of Ultima Nexus. Driven by a desire to transcend his circumstances, Ethan explores the digital realm, facing bullies and uncovering the enigmatic Shadow Syndicate's malevolent plans. With the help of newfound allies, Ethan navigates challenges, ethical dilemmas, and the mysteries of the system's origin. As he battles for the fate of Ultima Nexus, he must confront his own humanity and make a defining choice that will shape the virtual realm and his own destiny. This gripping tale delves into themes of identity, resilience, and the blurred lines between reality and the digital world, inviting readers to ponder the power of self-discovery and the consequences of choice. "Virtual Destiny: Unveiling the System" is an enthralling journey of personal growth, friendship, and the limitless potential that lies within a virtual destiny waiting to be revealed.

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?