steam and machinery

In a world where mysticism and steam industry coexist, cursed objects, the Reception Bureau, and Evil God fanatics... That year, the King was bedridden with illness, the successor was inexperienced, and power slipped away, leaving the empire teetering. That year, external forces gathered around the empire, and foreign civilizations eyed it covetously. That year, the prophet delivered a prophecy that the era of civilization was nearing its end. That year, Ethan arrived at a small town on the outskirts of the imperial capital. To survive in this perilous era, he began practicing Fireball Skill. Years later, Ethan looked at the meteor falling from the clouds and realized there was a problem. The beginner Magic he learned seemed a bit off.

One woman was supposed to be a Queen but lost her kingdom and was exiled to a city to be it's City Lord. The other woman lost her chance to become an Empress. Can these two strong women build the city of Tomorrow?

Tahun 2035, dunia telah maju dengan sangat pesatnya. Teknologi telah berkembang, membuat sesuatu yang mustahil kini dengan mudahnya dijumpai di jalanan. Namun semuanya tidak bertahan lama, dunia indah bagaikan utopia kini diambang perang. Manusia menemukan sumber daya baru, Red Ember yang mampu memberikan tenaga besar melebihi apapun di dunia. Manusia yang tamak saling berperang menggunakan robot, hingga membuat suatu kesalahan fatal, yaitu menggunakan Red Ember tersebut kepada Robot, kini, mereka berbalik menyerang manusia, memusnahkan dunia yang mereka hidupi, menggulingkan manusia dari penguasa Bumi.

On the land, thorns of steel rise in wild profusion. The grinding roar of interlocking gears shakes the heavens, while black smoke veils the skies. Scorching steam surges through iron pipelines, and supercomputers hum softly alongside the whispered secrets of code cards. Blinding white light traces the passage of time, as red fluids seize the throat of fate. Bolts and rivets stand for justice, calibers and artillery assert their dominion. Steel roars, and blades hiss in reply.

When brilliant American scientist Liam Hart dies in a lab explosion, he awakens in an unfamiliar world — in the body of Edward Arthur Windsor, the Crown Prince of an alternate Great Britain where magic replaces science. Armed with the mysterious Industrial Dominion System, Edward gains the power to recreate Earth’s greatest inventions — from steam engines to electricity — and forge an empire of innovation. But progress has a price: nobles resist change, foreign kingdoms plot war, and alliances are forged not just with politics… but with hearts. Between revolution and romance, invention and intrigue, Edward must build not only an empire of steam — but a legacy that will change history itself. Will the scientist-turned-prince become the savior of his kingdom… or the architect of its downfall?

After a failed business deal ruins his modern life, Alexander Carter wakes up to find himself in London in 1865, at the height of the Industrial Revolution. Armed with his knowledge of future technology, economics, and finance, he steps into a world of horse-drawn carriages, steam engines, and the nascent age of industry. The streets are rife with opportunity—but danger lurks in the form of ruthless industrialists, corrupt politicians, and the volatile stock markets of the era. Using his modern knowledge, Alexander begins to build businesses, exploit innovations centuries ahead of his time, and navigate the complex social hierarchies of Victorian England. From the smoke-filled factories of Manchester to the glittering halls of London’s elite, Alexander’s journey is one of ambition, strategy, and relentless pursuit of power. Yet, in a society bound by rigid class structures and traditions, will his vision of the future be enough to secure his rise—or will the tides of history sweep him away? Witness the birth of an empire, the clash of old-world aristocracy with modern ambition, and the making of a tycoon who dares to shape the future in the 19th century.

In a reimagined 1890's London, where steam-driven airships rule the skies and monsters roam the streets, the Galileo Observatory's Club for Gentlemen welcomes all -- gwr, shape-changers, vampires, and lords. A high-stakes game leads more than a few men astray.<br><br>Poindexter Fitzhughes, renowned hero and scientist, learns just how much trouble a full-blooded gwr can be when he attempts to cure his lover, Lord Seth Maitland, of the disease. But when their backs are against the wall, the two must learn to trust in each other, and more importantly, in their true natures, to prevail.<br><br>Meanwhile, Duncan Farnsworth discovers being a vampire has not improved his social life, his chances of finding love, continuing the family line, or getting a bite to eat. Maneuvering his way around a sarcastic butler, his spinster sister, a run-in with an amorous werewolf, and a confrontation with a dead soldier and a French airship captain, Duncan finally finds exactly what he is thirsting for.

In this world of steam, the gods once needed people to exist, the continual belief of the masses was necessary for their very existence, the world used to be an utopia! Not anymore! In an age were machinery is slowly thriving, the gods found another way to continue living! But only one will be able to sit on the throne of steam, what will be the fate of mortals? Can a mortal also vie for the Throne? Waking up amidst a fire, Garett discovered a side of the world that was hidden from ordinary people! Things like superpowers could be granted by different entities, and mysticism is only the tip of the iceberg! Follow Garett as he finds himself in situations that no mortal man should, the different churches are mainly his foes - while he explores his newfound powers to develop in this steamy world! This will become the rising or the downfall of a new star?

In a world powered by steam and scrap, a teenage tinkerer named Aron unearths a cryptic relic in a forgotten corner of a scrapyard. The discovery sparks a thrilling adventure alongside a ragtag crew: a gruff war veteran captain, a stoic elf with an uncanny connection to machines, and a brilliant but eccentric professor. Guided by the relic's secrets, they embark on a perilous journey in a clockwork airship. Their destination: a legendary lost city hinted at in the decoded map - a city not just lost in space, but in time. What awaits them is a breathtaking revelation - the remnants of an ancient civilization powered by a technology beyond their wildest dreams. But the path to this forgotten knowledge is fraught with danger. Aron and their companions must overcome not only the challenges of the desolate landscape but also their own doubts and the limitations of their current technology. Will they unlock the secrets of the lost clockwork city and usher in a new age of innovation? Or will they become forever lost in the mists of time? This is a story for fans of: • Steampunk adventures with a fantastical twist • Found-family chosen one narratives • Unearthing lost civilizations and ancient mysteries • Inventive gadgets and clockwork creations • A coming-of-age story with a thirst for knowledge and exploration • Expansive world-building • High-octane action packed and comedic steam powered battles. Join the discord: https://discord.gg/Y9Ruf22g

When the Grey Mist covers the earth, the miasma corrupts the creatures, and the threads manipulate the minds of others, those red eyes will rest upon humanity and the very order of the world will go mad. Humans will fade into the background, clinging to life as they always have. In the first era, someone stayed. In the second era, someone woke up. In the third era, someone will rise again and again. Let the steam roar! Let the ancient technology shine! Let the battle between humanity and the anomalies, the oddities, the contamination zones never cease! May my Pneuma allow me to take this mortal body to challenge these beings! May my axe resonate with my heart! In the end, only humanity will remain, by hook or by crook! ------------------------- Cover made using AI. English is my second language and I'm using Grammarly for thoses mistakes I didn't see, so, if you notice one, comment, please! I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com