shadow meets maria fanfiction

"Want to know the secret to my strength? I'll tell you: 'Art comes from explosions, and shifting blame makes you stronger!' This is a story of someone who reached the pinnacle of the ninja world by relying on shifting blame to add points." __________ Disclaimer: All rights to the original content belong to their respective creators. Original Name: 锅影忍者 Author: 想静静的顿河 ____________ https://www.patreon.com/GirlsLove1

Volumes I-IV are complete. Volume V is in progress! Queen Bee may have lost to Mongrel in the Dreamscape, but that is not where her story ends. Nor is it where her journey began. Get a deeper glimpse into the waking world of Shadow Slave through the eyes of one of the Dreamscape's top duelists. Special thanks to Guiltythree for all his help with the lore. I appreciate your time very much! Also thanks to Nonsensefree, the story's content editor. You made my life much easier. Thank you!

In the war-torn world of Naruto, power often lies not in brute strength—but in shadows. After the death of the Hokage, chaos brews within Konoha. A new generation of shinobi rises in the smoke of betrayal, diplomacy, and war. Among them is a boy with no bloodline, no famed surname—only a sharp mind and a forbidden technique that even the Anbu fear to speak of. Trained in the clandestine “Shadow Style,” a lost school of ninjutsu that blends deception, manipulation, and psychological warfare, he isn’t the strongest—but he's always ten steps ahead. As hidden factions maneuver behind the scenes and the Five Great Nations teeter on the edge of full-scale conflict, he must carve out a place for himself—not with strength, but with strategy. Can he survive the politics of power, or will the shadow that protects him also consume him? Perfect for fans of dark intrigue, tactical combat, and morally grey protagonists.

Sunless once wondered why the stars shone so brightly, despite being far out of reach. There was a scientific explanation out there, but he didn’t care about that. If the world wanted to spite him, he’d spite the world back. Sunny will reach for the stars, grasp them, and crush them, drowning the universe with a lightless sky. *** Cover by N0tEpic. Full cover can be found in the first chapter of the AO3 version of this fic.

When a cataclysmic rift tears through the fabric of reality, the vibrant, magic-infused lands of Runeterra collide with the war-torn, ancient world of Azeroth. Champions of both realms find themselves thrust into an impossible scenario, their disparate cultures, magical arts, and even their very understanding of existence clashing with brutal force. Our Hero Aiden, an earthling, is sent as an agent of Runeterra to explore Azeroth and help the natives of Runeterra escape from the grasp of the Void!

Arthur Blackwynd didn’t expect to survive the strange and terrifying event that happened at sea. Even less did he expect to wake up in the DC Universe a world he’d only ever read about in comics. Armed with the Shadow Monarch System,the ability that grants him control over shadows and an undead army, Arthur is both awed by his new reality. As a lifelong comic geek, he knows the heroes and villains like the back of his hand Haunted by questions of why he’s here, Arthur struggles to find his purpose. Will he embrace the darker side of his newfound powers and become a villain, or will his sense of justice lead him down a different, unpredictable path? “why the likes of Raven seems to be watching my every move?” In a world full of gods, monsters, and legends, Arthur must decide who he will become and what role he’ll play in shaping the fate of the DC Universe. If you wish to read more or support me than check out my patreon at “https://www.patreon.com/FrenzyAren”

After an accident, Shiro found himself transported to the Pokémon world, only to discover that the seemingly prosperous League was already rotten to the core. Beneath the gleaming cities lay countless dark and desolate slums. Those without official status couldn’t even touch a Poké Ball, let alone own a Pokémon. Starting from Spikemuth in Galar, Shiro takes to the skies with his trusted Corviknight. In a world shrouded in darkness, he will carve his own path and soar to the very top! 100 Power Stones = 1 Bonus Chapter ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• This novel takes place in a darker, more realistic alternate universe (AU) of Pokémon world. It will be a mix of anime, movies, games and manga. Shiro will have no cheats of any kind, relying entirely on himself. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ● I do not own anything related to Pokémon. To read 30+ advance chapters and support me, visit my p@treon at - P@atreon/SilverShark769

"'I'm not an ambitious person,' is something Reiner often says. He just wants to hang around with the Straw Hat crew, traveling the world while collecting the souls of the dead. From Kuro... Arlong, then to 'Old Sand' (Crocodile)... the Golden Lion (Shiki)... As he gathered more and more, the 'style' started getting progressively weirder. A demon with goat horns and a snake tail? Okay, maybe I can understand that. But a 'Chainsaw Demon'? What the heck is that? And where did you even pull this 'Sukuna' from?! When the Summit War kicks off, Sengoku and the Three Admirals stare at Reiner, who is sitting calmly upon the execution platform. 'What? You're saying these incredibly strong individuals are undead beings controlled by him?!' 'How is that possible! Isn't he just some handyman doing chores for the Straw Hat crew?' 'Seriously, man... You call *this* logistics?!' Hearing this, Reiner gets annoyed: 'If doing literally every kind of job isn't called logistics, then what is!?' ------ (Story follows the Straw Hats' journey + original plot elements. The main character is neither overly righteous/naive nor does he turn evil/dark.)

What lies beyond the light? The boundless void of shadow. Compared to the luminous force that embodies cosmic order, the shadow power born in its eternal struggle leaves one... Reborn as a night elf, a single man reshapes the history of the species. 艾泽拉斯月夜之影

After being found and brought back by her wealthy family, Arabella Donovan has an unexpected awakening and discovers that the world she lives in is a mishmash of popular story tropes. Her eldest brother is the tragic guy in a melodramatic, angsty novel; Her second brother is the cannon fodder in an showbiz power-fantasy novel; Her third brother is the scapegoat who ends up with a criminal record in a doting teen romance; Her fourth sister is the vicious villainess in a 'real vs. fake heiress' story; And even her parents are just antagonistic background characters in some sweet, middle-aged romance. Arabella Donovan: This family is a complete collection of misfortunes. The word 'tragic' doesn't even begin to cover it. Her family, after hearing all of her inner thoughts: "..."