Mirror in the Dust

Fifty years ago, the Abyss appeared in the world, and the world was never the same. From the Abyss emerged Magical Beasts with unimaginable strength and power that sought to prey on humans and destroy the human race. Yet, alongside the Abyss was a power to awaken a magical occupation that grants its bearers magical abilities, enabling them to fight back. Now, awakened humans with magical abilities are tasked with venturing deep into the Abyss to destroy it once and for all. But there is more to the Abyss than humanity knew. … … Thoren Starfall has been plagued by disease since his childhood. To save him from the Mana-Eating Worm, his parents took a high-interest loan when he was close to dying. When Thoren Starfall recovered from the disease, he awakened the weakest occupation: a Necromancer. As an Awakener, it is compulsory for him to venture into the Abyss, but with a useless occupation, his fate is already decided. Having lost their first daughter to the Abyss, the Starfall family fell into despair. Thoren, however, is different. While everyone calls his occupation useless, he believes otherwise. Hidden beneath his weak occupation lies an Ex-Rank talent, one that even he doesn’t fully understand. But first, he must venture into the Abyss and return in less than 14 days to protect his parents from becoming slaves.

What is a monster? Humans normally define monsters as fear inducing, bloodthirsty creatures bent on destruction. But to Noah? Monsters were the humans who despised him without justifications, who taught him to loathe himself just for being human. Life was hell, a hell that was surrounded by “monsters”. Until one day, the world changed. Humans were suddenly graced by a Divine voice, one that warned of their extinction, but also promised them power. They were bestowed with a system, a system to aid their fight for survival, to survive against monsters. And when humanity was given that chance to survive, Noah chose to walk a path of a tamer, to befriend the very monsters that were threatening the humans' extinction. As he tamed the monsters, learned from them, bonded with them, shedding the last remnants of what it was to be human. Noah began to wonder, is it wrong to be considered a monster? Feedback is definitely appreciated, good or bad, let's make the story good together. I would like to note that the main character isn’t completely ruthless, he's more chaotically neutral. There’s a lot of good stories out there with ruthless, bloodthirsty, cold hearted main characters so if that’s what your interest in then I’m sorry to disappoint you.

Not my story not my translation just post it so I can read when I go somewhere with no internet thanks After accidentally falling, she actually finds herself bound to a Second Female Lead Counter Attacking System! Xun Mi: WTF is this?! (╯‵□′)╯︵┻━┻ In order to regain her memories and return to her original world, Xun Mi is forced to transmigrate to different worlds and complete missions. Fiancé stolen away? Abandoned by the family? Career ruined? Reputation slandered? No problem, I’ll just go and grab a golden thigh*, dominate the world, slap those trash scum across the face, and live true to the saying that evildoers have no worry! Xun Mi: I just want to peacefully and quietly complete my missions and go. Loyal Puppy: I just want to peacefully and quietly go with you. *Note: grab a golden thigh: means to cling onto a rich or powerful person for support , usually used in a joking manner

What If… The Agniastra Was Reincarnated Into a Shotgun? not as a celestial weapon, but as a shotgun in the hands of an ordinary boy? Shiva, an eighteen-year-old introvert , social recluse and a victim of bullying who joins his college Pongal tour to Sathankulam. Shiva decides to join them for reasons far deeper than celebration. He goes for two things. is to meet the father who he was in prison in sathankulam police station he has never seen, and to confess his feelings to Riya Angel. But before he can do either during the pongal festival in sathankulam, the sky darkens. Red lightning tears across the heavens as the ancient Kalapashana Samadhi Temple erupts with a crimson beam, breaking a forbidden seal. The gates of hell open. Demons from forgotten myths—Pisachas, Minotaurs, Vyomasuras and Other Ancient Asuras—invade the earth, slaughtering humans and turning the living into monsters, not because of like a virus because of an forgotten curses. Lost in the chaos, Shiva discovers a mysterious shotgun infused with the divine power of the Agniastra. Now the bullied boy must rise and fight an army of demons. Because when the gods remain silent… the fate of humanity may rest in the hands of one forgotten boy. Author Note: This novel is a work of fiction created for storytelling and entertainment purposes. While the story includes names, creatures, and ideas inspired by Hindu mythology, the narrative, characters, events, and world presented in this book are entirely fictional and imagined by the author. Some mythological beings such as demons, asuras, and other supernatural entities mentioned in this story are inspired by figures that appear in ancient Indian mythological texts and folklore. However, the way they appear, behave, and interact within this story is part of a fictional dark fantasy universe created by the author and should not be interpreted as accurate representations of traditional mythology or religious beliefs. The author has conducted limited personal research to understand certain mythological names, creatures, and themes. These elements are used only as creative inspiration to build an original story. In many cases, the personalities, powers, appearances, and roles of these beings have been altered or reimagined to fit the narrative of this novel. Additionally, some of the demons, creatures, locations, and supernatural elements appearing in this book are completely original creations developed by the author and may not exist in any mythological or religious sources. This story does not claim to represent Hindu mythology in a scholarly, historical, or religiously accurate manner. The purpose of using mythological inspiration is purely creative, to explore a fictional world where ancient legends and modern events collide in a dark fantasy setting. The author also wishes to express deep respect for Hindu culture, traditions, and mythology. Any resemblance to real religious interpretations, historical events, or cultural practices is purely coincidental or used respectfully as inspiration. Above all, this book is simply a fictional story about courage, fear, survival, and the struggle between humanity and darkness. Thank you for reading and let’s dive into my imagined world.

Reincarnated as Javier De Armand as the youngest son of one of the Human Kingdom’s most powerful noble families, former salaryman Nakamura Junichi enters a world ruled by ancient bloodlines, divine relics, and collapsing empires. Born into the formidable Armand family, Javier hides his true intellect and combat genius behind a lazy smile and a laid-back demeanor. While the world sees him as a useless noble son, he quietly builds a legacy of innovation, loyalty, and power. From the daily chaos of being punched, dragged and chased by a beautiful elf maid for his antics, to crafting advanced mana relay towers and puppet knight army, Javier’s influence grows quietly but relentlessly. He walks a delicate line between playful freedom and deadly responsibility. Guiding allies, managing internal politics, and countering threats from scheming nobles, monstrous armies, and even forces beyond understanding. Javier’s silent work becomes the key to Armand’s survival. But the battlefield isn’t just war. It’s love, loyalty, and trust. Whether fending off persistent princesses, outsmarting corrupt nobles, or navigating his own rising harem of jealous and powerful maids, Javier must balance duty with desire, always one step ahead, always watching, never showing his full hand. In a world where kingdoms teeter on the edge of madness, one noble son dares to laugh, love, and lead, on his own terms.

Amara, a wealthy aristocrat's well-bred daughter with a secret to hide, is thrown into despair when her world is suddenly shattered after discovering she isn’t the Caldwells' biological daughter. It was incredibly convenient for her father to discard years of love, devotion, and family ties, quickly sending her as a marriage tribute to a Werewolf Prince after receiving an invitation that, according to the Peace Treaty between Werewolves and Humans, required one of his daughters. It no longer mattered that she wasn’t truly a Caldwell, nor that she was already in love with someone else. So, on the night of her planned elopement with her lover, her fate with the monster was ruthlessly sealed. Forget that the Alpha Prince is a cursed monster—yet, why is he always in her face, treating her like his perfect plaything to pass the time? But most importantly, if he truly doesn't care about her, why do those who cross her suddenly disappear or get punished? — Excerpt: Amara could feel the tension in the way Alexander stood before her—the restraint in his silence, the weight of his attention pressing against her body. He shouldn’t be this close to her after cornering her against a tree. “Do you know what happens when I want something?” he asked, his voice dangerously controlled. Her breath trembled, but she shook her head. “I—I don’t know.” “I take it.” Amara inhaled sharply as she lifted her gaze to meet his dark, conflicted eyes, burning with something that made her heart stutter. “Then why haven’t you?” she whispered. His gaze dropped briefly to her lips. “Because if I cross that line,” he said, “I won’t stop.” “Then cross it.” Her voice was barely audible. Instantly, the restraint in Alexander’s eyes shattered. He lowered his head and claimed her mouth in a desperate, hungry kiss.

An ordinary young man from our world travels to the Naruto world. He is shocked to find himself 1,000 years before the main story, during the era of the Sage of Six Paths. He decides to create his own path using his bold ideas. His goals are to live a long life and build his own clan, staying away from the wars and troubles of that world

"F**K! I'm dead!" That was the first word I muttered after regaining my memories from Earth. Reincarnating into a world of cultivation should’ve been a blessing. Adventure, immortality, power—what’s not to love? But then I remembered what my family did. My sister just broke off an engagement with a crippled young master—definitely a future protagonist. My mother ripped a Dao Bone from my cousin and gave it to me—guaranteed future revenge arc. And me? I’m already a third-rate villain: bullying weaklings and flaunting my Bai Clan name. Worst part? Despite the Dao Bone, I’m still trash at cultivation. My only hope? The System... which I’ve had for years. “I just never realized... It was in English!”

The highly anticipated new game Dawn of Divinity, Dawd as it had come to be known, had finally entered its closed beta testing stage. It was an event that became a who's who of popular names in the gaming space, from high ranking E-sports players, to popular streamers and even a few journalists from the big name publications. Filling in for a slot intended for her brother, Valerie Ashcroft, a young woman with a degenerative muscular disease stood out amongst this crowd. It was this uniqueness, however, that led her to the suitably unique class of Glyphborne. A class that gave her the abilities of the mythical punch wizard, combining spellweaving magic and supernatural strength into a single formidable warrior, turning this frail and broken girl into an undeniable living weapon that will be feared by all. However, when the game entered the public market and more players entered this fantastical world, it soon became clear that all was not what it seems as the so-called fictional world starts to bleed into reality. Faced with obstacles real and 'fictional', there is only one thing Valerie needs to say. "I CAST FIST!" -------------- On the concern of bonus chapters, alongside power stone events :- - 100 Golden Tickets = 2 bonus Chapters - Magic Castle Gift = 5 Bonus Chapters - Spaceship Gift - 10 Bonus Chapters