umbral shade

My Father always told me to stand tall, this is my opportunity to do just that. [ This novel has been discontinued, a redux version of this series is currently in production. ] A glorious reign over the realm only to be hunted, a glorious return only to be haunted. Avery Hall had a fair share of experience when it came to the many layers of humanity. With the death of our real world in the future, everyone gets digitized and becomes... well, Immortal. To a degree. But how to do you spend immortality? Video Games... of course, with everything being digital... and with Hyper Advanced A.I... it's possible to create games that simulate what reality used to be like. Our story takes place in Starduster MMO, a fantasy based MMO game where the game's story is run mainly by player choice, with any choice being an important factor into anything. Our main point of view is Avery Hall, who specializes in the Sniper Class, a long range damage class that uses a Rifle. He is quite efficient at making use of all he has available, and is kind of a jerk. Avery also has been preventing the Progress of the game by holding on to a Key Artifact, other players find out about this and after a while decide they don't want him around anymore. While normally death lowers levels... his reputation is too low within the game and he gets banned, luckily he has a second account, as most V.I.P. users in the world do... Avery, swears to return the status quo, but maybe he'll be good this time... hopefully, habits take a long time to stop. So we join Avery's journey to get back to the top, just make sure he doesn't forget to properly transfer accounts.

A man raised by traitors that still has strong convictions. A what do you do when you have a dangerous power and no power with those around you. There is blood, slavers, and other topics that might not be for everyone. This is a prequel book to another book I have written but never shared. Sorry if I skip over anything, it should stand alone though.

Louisa Woods, after discovering she wasn't the biological daughter of the man she had been calling dad for nineteen years, but that of her mum's secret lover Conrad, becomes every man's sexy, attractive worst nightmare. Love knocks; Things change when Mason, her teenage one sided lover, returns from Australia looking ten times more attractive than when she lastly set eyes on him. Will her loathe for him plus, her loathe for men give him a chance with her as they work hand in glove with each other? There is a skeleton in every cupboard; Louisa and Mason both have secrets which they might end up spilling to each other or forever remain speechless as long as Hawaii can accommodate them.

Would you challenge a sacred hell if it meant a second chance? He will shed undeath. He will eat and love and not be hunted. Skell will achieve all these things. Even if it means infiltrating the Templar Order - an organization hellbent on eradicating every murderous undead in the nation - and stealing the secret of resurrection right from under them. Skell has trained. Been gifted a magical disguise. He's made solid allies and even unlocked a scarce few memories from his past life and the magical arts therein. But to be a Templar and learn their secrets, one must overcome the Sacred Ordeals. Prodigies from every corner of the country and beyond pool into the capital to compete. Hundreds are culled into an elite handful. With a shortage of experience and a passable level of cunning, Skell must beat the nigh-impossible odds and become a champion. A Templar. …A masked undead in a Citadel of undead slayers. (This is an evolving blurb, changing as the story continues from one arc to the next.) Expect: ► A Chapter Every Wednesday At 11am CST (Read Eight Chapters Ahead On Patreon + Free Trial) ► Cerebral, Choreographed Battles Akin To Naruto/Demon Slayer ► Seemingly Medieval World That Hides Much More ► One Underdog MC, One Experienced MC ► Focus On First-Person Prose And Character Development ► No AI, Harems, Overpowered Protagonists, Or Game Mechanics ► Long-Running Mysteries, Bestiaries Of Powerful Creatures, Earned Power, Secret Identities, Deceptively Deep Magic, And A Cooking Skeleton Edited by: My Lovely Partner Art by: LeeKent on DeviantArt

In "Whispers of the Veiled Shadows," Sarah Everhart, a renowned storywriter in Berlin, has built a career by crafting psychological and mysterious folklore legacy horror tales inspired by her own childhood trauma. Her stories delve into the darkest depths of human fear, but there's one story she has never shared, a chilling chapter from her own past. Haunted by her family's connection to the enigmatic Veiled Shadows, Sarah returns to the imposing Everhart Manor, the source of her childhood nightmares. With her loyal friend Lisa at her side, they embark on a journey to confront the past, uncovering the chilling secrets hidden within the mansion's walls.

In a world cloaked in eternal darkness, the protagonist, Lyndor, begins a journey from weakness to unimaginable power. Armed with a simple spear, he discovers the enigmatic Umbral Affinity, a dark and elusive magic, and becomes the "Shadebearer." As he delves deeper into this power, Lyndor ventures into the Veil of Shadows, a realm intertwined with shadows and secrets. With the guidance of enigmatic spirits, he unlocks hidden knowledge, enhances his control over Umbral Affinity, and gains the ability to command shadows and spirits. However, as his powers grow, so does the temptation of darkness, threatening to consume him. Lyndor's path to mastery is fraught with danger and intrigue, as he seeks to wield the Umbral Spear while resisting the seductive pull of the shadows.

Synopsis : Meet Sonya, a transferred student who made enemies on her first day and had a creepy neighbour that stalks her. When she meet them her life takes a drastic turn. Between this chaos some secrets reveal themselves that will turn everything upside down. Some secrets that should have been remained secrets. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Suddenly an arm came out of nowhere and pulled her into an empty room. Another arm came and covered her mouth. Sonya used her both arms and pulled away both arms from against her. She turned and saw of course, Shane. "What the hell." Sonya said. She was so surprised that she didn't have a chance to get angry. "Stay away from me and my friends. Stop trying to be a part of our group when you're not. Make your own group. Stop behaving like a lost puppy looking for attention." Shane said it with an intense look in his eyes. He said it without taking a break. "Alright then. Make sure to keep your friends away from me. I don't want them to even say 'Hi' to me and same goes for You." Sonya replied.

Wen Meixin was a noble young woman who dreamed of true love, but her life turned into a nightmare after marrying Zhang Yun, a man blinded by prejudice, ambition, and pride. Abused, humiliated, and betrayed by those she trusted. Meixin turns her suffering into strength, accompanied by her loyal guard, Ta Shu, who is willing to give his life for her. But this is not just a story of pain. It is the story of a woman’s rebirth—who, after hitting rock bottom, rises from the ashes, determined never to be a victim again. In a world of betrayals, wars, and buried secrets, she will fight for justice, for truth... and for herself. How far can a woman go when she has nothing left to lose?

In a land where divine forces shape the destinies of mortals, "The Gods' Ambitions: Legend of the Shade Emperor" unfolds a tale of cosmic conflict and mortal bravery. The Spirit Deities, Lumina and Umbra, embodying light and darkness respectively, have long been in a precarious balance. Their creations populate the world of Mu, each race a testament to their divine attributes. However, beneath this veneer of harmony lies a deep-seated rivalry, as Umbra's envy and ambition fuel a dark desire to undermine Lumina's creations. Central to this saga is Keyn, a young boy destined to play a crucial role in the unfolding events. As the balance between light and darkness teeters, Keyn encounters the Shade Emperor, a manifestation of Umbra's twisted ambitions. This formidable entity threatens to plunge Mu into eternal darkness, challenging the very essence of Lumina's light. Keyn's journey is one of self-discovery and courage. Guided by the wisdom of seasoned adventurers and the support of his steadfast friends, Keyn must harness his inner strength and confront the growing shadows. Alongside him is Zed, an aspiring swordsman, and other companions who each bring their unique abilities and perspectives to the quest. The narrative delves into the rich history of Mu, exploring the ancient conflict between Lumina and Umbra. It reveals the Shade Emperor's origins and the dark magic that fuels his power. Through intense training, strategic alliances, and heart-pounding battles, Keyn and his companions strive to thwart the Shade Emperor's ambitions and restore balance to their world.

For as long as humanity can remember, Earth has been linked with another parallel world from a very distant place in the universe. Occasionally, spirits from the link will choose their heroes to be summoned to the Other Side. Once they step through the Gate that connects these two places, there's no going back. Cue Ernie Neswitt: a twelve-year-old boy who has lived a miserable life of being compared to his elder sister. He was always said to be worse, talentless, useless, and many other scornful things compared to his sister. Due to that trauma, he has formed an inferiority complex and usually has mental breakdowns. On a seemingly usual day, he has been granted status of a 'Chosen One' by the spirits of the Gate, allowing him to leave all his problems behind on Earth and start a new, fresh adventure in his new world. Being all too happy to step into this Other Side, he will soon learn about the importance of of the things he left behind on Earth, along with the secrets that are held in this new world and all the hardships he will face along the way. Join Ernie as he battles his way through a fantasy world where he can live out all his wildest dreams, chock full off magic, monsters, and even friends and enemies to go with it.