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What does it mean to truly be alone? To lose your friends, loved ones, and your entire species. Are humans truly alone in this vast cosmos, or is there a greater stage awaiting it to enter? Is Death really the end? Or is there something beyond it? Follow along with Lucius, a man who was once truly alone for 300 years, as he returns to the past once again in order to break free from 'The Rules' and 'Them' The only path to the end is through Annihilation! ------------------- Volume 1 Synopsis: Lucius returns 300 years to the past, along with Ka'lor'ah, to the year 2320. Carefully having to manipulate 'Cause and Effect' without being discovered by 'Them', he has to ensure Mankind's survival and prevent its annihilation during its 'Ascension'. But can mankind's fate really be changed so easily or is it destined to fall during its 'Ascension'? ------------------- Volume 2 Synopsis: With the awakening of their souls, mankind has found the path to greater power. Enemies within and without, Mankind must band together in order to survive. Will it manage to rise above its Ordeals to truly Ascend? Or is it destined for a fate of 'utter annihilation? Meanwhile, Lucius awakens his true bloodline. A rotting darkness that feeds upon everything. A madness that threatens to swallow him whole. A price too great to pay. Alas, darker powers lay in the shadows, waiting. ------------------- Volume 3 Synopsis: Where lies Good and where lies Evil? What defines a Friend and who can become an enemy? With the fate of the Universe as his goal, Lucius must the calamitous waters of a politically divided Grand Alacana Empire to forge his path to victory. However, where does victory lie? And is it worth the sacrifice it demands?

The alien machines, otherwise known as T2s arrived earth to destroy the human technology. They were sent by the professed progenitors who claimed that the human technology was interfering with their conducts. The government went huff and puff to blow down the machines and restore orders, but lost everything to the fiery balls, T2s. Amongst these citizens was a professor who claimed to have a solution to the problem and could stop human beings from being annihilated. Like you would guess, the government wouldn't take his words. He left the urban areas with followers his movement had earned him. The Professor and his followers kept traveling as far as possible from the urban areas. In their search, they met the Curtish people, uncivilized folks, who were having problems with Manganis, evil apes. The professor professed to have a solution to their problems too but demanded a favor. Can the humankind survive without technology? How far can the Curtish people go pleasing the urban folks? Will the apes really take a bargain? Will the two species of humankind live together in peace or prey on each other's weaknesses?

A side story for STRIFE. You get to witness the journey of the daughter of a legendary warrior who uses Annihilation as his weapon. Follow her journey as she grows up and matures through her experiences as a Goddess. Becoming something even greater than her parents before her as she travels through the Omniverse. Facing enemies of extraordinary caliber and putting a stop to the invading forces that come from beyond. She is the incarnation of Annihilation itself and a beacon of hope to all who follow the arts of Erasure type essence. A star that shines radiant within the verse, but for now. She just wants to enjoy her search for knowledge and have fun just like a child should.

Shinji's once monotonous and uneventful existence has been turned upside down, and the chaotic and treacherous world he now inhabits is a far cry from the comfortable and contented life he once knew. Despite the sorrow and isolation that permeate his every waking moment, Shinji discovers that the bonds he forms with his new companions have the power to uplift and embolden him. However, as he delves deeper into the labyrinthine mysteries and perilous accidents that plague his world, Shinji must confront harrowing tragedies and make choices that will determine his fate. Will he succumb to the overwhelming danger that looms on the horizon, or will he muster the courage to fight back and reclaim his lost happiness? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Shinji's journey will be a tumultuous one, filled with heart-wrenching sacrifices, unforeseeable twists, and moments of unbridled heroism that will leave readers on the edge of their seats.

The gods built a hierarchy to keep the world in order. At the bottom, mortals suffer. At the top, demigods feast. Cyan is reborn into this system—not to challenge it, but to climb it. Chosen by a god who see's him as disposable, he awakens within the High Archy, carrying a curse that feeds on violence and rewards annihilation. Every life he takes sharpens his ascent. Every fallen demigod brings him closer to the summit. He does not rage. He does not hesitate. He kills, because the system demands it. As demigods vanish and divine balances collapse, something begins to unsettle the heavens. The hierarchy was never meant to be climbed this way. The gods are watching now. Not because they can stop him— but because they are no longer certain what will happen when he reaches the top.

The leading video game company in the world Firestorm has released their newest Full Immersion Virtual Reality (FIVR) game Sanctuary Annihilation Online! "Come join the world of Sanctuary to defend the last bastions of humanity against the onslaught of demons and otherworldly beings. Ascend the planes and grow your skills. It will be an experience unlike any other. Only 25,000 players will be able to participate in this limited opportunity so be sure to fill out your application today to get pre-selected." Nathan read this ad for the game and knew he had to apply. In this world getting into a FIVR game is a way to change one's destiny. You could go from a nobody to a household name by your progress in these games. Gaming companies and Streaming services collaborated and are the mainstream outlets for media and entertainment. However, the true purpose behind Sanctuary Annihilation Online is much darker. Come join Nathan as he explores the world of Sanctuary and develops his skills to hopefully climb to the top of the planes. Will he become the greatest demon slayer, or turn into the worst villain?

In the remote town- Twentynine palms, a ill-fated student, Jason, was caught in the mayhem of aliens ravaging earth. After abandoning his friends, family, and everything he owned in that city, he was easily murdered by one of the un-beatable beasts. But as cliché as it is, he returns back to the time before the first sighting of aliens occurred.

In a world ruled by strength, where the weak perish and only the strong survive, Xie Gui finds himself trapped in the body of a young boy, thrown into a brutal survival trial. Forced to kill other children to stay alive, he realizes he is shackled by fear—a cage he must break free from at any cost. After years of training under a ruthless master, Xie Gui executes his plan with cold precision, poisoning the very man who taught him. Yet, just as victory is within his grasp, a mysterious voice echoes in his mind: "The forbidden crime has been committed: Slaying the Master. Activating the Absolute Evil System." Thus begins Xie Gui’s path toward absolute power, unbound by morality, driven by the desire to escape his past and carve his own destiny. With a trail of blood behind him, he steps into the unknown… Will he conquer the world, or is he merely a pawn in a game far greater than himself?

It was a night when masks fell from borrowed faces. In the darkness of the forest, the echo of horses' hooves tore through the stillness of the night like the rhythm of war drums. Diana turned, and with a slow, proud movement, she removed her silver mask, revealing features no longer those of the victim they knew. Her triumphant smile radiated a mockery that froze the blood of the traitors on the palace balconies. She held the secret records high in the wind like a death warrant, and before they could blink, she snapped her fingers lightly. In a single second, the magical illusion vanished, and her hair erupted, a deep crimson, blazing like fire in the darkness, proclaiming to Aurelius's world that the ghosts of Blackwood had returned to collect their debts in blood.

The Trial of the Guilty？ The Lie of the Divine？ Participant, Stellar Envoy, and Divine are about to make their appearance. The stench of decay pervaded every corner of the streets, and the blood-red sky showed no sign of blue. Place of Annihilation, the end is near.