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Steampunk Apocalypse!

Steampunk Apocalypse!

Earth suffered apocalypse. All electronics over the world were destroyed. War and famine ravaged the lands. When humanity tried to rebuild, they discovered that most technology no longer worked. The laws that governed the world had changed! Steam technology rose in popularity after the apocalypse. Humanity entered a new golden age. Then, the seven nightmares attacked. Espers with strange powers appeared. Mutants took over most of the world. This was the beginning of the Mana Apocalypse! My name is Edward Tesla and I was born during the Mana Apocalypse. This is my story about trying to protect everything I care about in this living hell. My inventions will defeat the nightmares and save the world! Steam rifles, steam tanks, and steam mechs. My inventions will surpass them all! Extra Note from the author: Some of the early chapters are a bit rough and need rewritten. Most of the long-term fans come from Chapter 21 and up. I guarantee the story continues to improve from there as you continue reading. Political factions, wars, steam tech, mana mysteries, and more. Though the story starts in America, it also visits China, Europe, Africa, and other areas of the world later on. -------------------------------------------------- Note from author: This novel was the winner of the Steampunk writing contest. Chapter Length: Chapters usually average between 2200 to 2800 words. Chapter Updates: Daily Updates. Chapters are usually posted around 12:00 PM US EST time. -------------------------------------------------- Readers, if you enjoy the book I'd appreciate anyone that adds the following tags: Academy Action AntiHero Apocalypse Esper Fantasy Futuristic Setting HiddenGem Horror Kingdom Building Magic Mech Mecha Mutant Steampunk SwordAndMagic War Weak to Strong
Horror
194 Chs
Blood & Vapor: A Song of the West [A Steampunk Western]

Blood & Vapor: A Song of the West [A Steampunk Western]

Wasters. The word spreads like wildfire across the frontier—whispered in saloons, cursed in cathedrals. Born of rogue science and stitched metal, they’re outlaws in the eyes of the Church and monsters in the eyes of the world. Levi Wilson didn’t choose this life. Once a streetwise mercenary, he was captured, experimented on, and turned into something he doesn’t understand. Augmented with prototype Vaporguard tech and left with scars he can’t outrun, Levi escapes into a land already teetering on the edge—where the Church tightens its grip, bounty hunters chase Wasters for coin, and the Old World’s empire watches the New with hungry eyes. Now hunted and alone, Levi must learn to survive—not just the bounty hunters and Inquisition on his trail, but the growing power inside him. What begins as a fight to stay alive will drag him into something far greater: a war for the soul of the frontier, and maybe the world beyond it. **WHAT TO EXPECT** • Guns are outlawed—blades, fists, and augments rule the frontier • Alternate timeline where the Church controls global tech and power • Steam-powered war machines and brutal Inquisitors • Grounded, gritty combat with realistic consequences • Deep worldbuilding with political, cultural, and religious conflict • Third-person limited POV with strong character focus • No chosen ones, no prophecy—just survival • Slow-burn mystery and high-stakes tension • No harem • Earthsong magic with real costs, not flashy spells • Bounty hunters, Templar Knights, orphans, war criminals, and broken survivors
Fantasy
50 Chs
Trying to Survive as Cannon Fodder in a Steampunk World

Trying to Survive as Cannon Fodder in a Steampunk World

Clementine Ives had barely started reading a steampunk romance story when she learns that one of her best friend betrayed her, not only stealing her patent but stealing her man. Clementine decides to drown her sorrows in alcohol but accidently falls into the river and drowns. How could she die before she made her ex-boyfriend and that shameless home wreaker regret everything! Luckily Clementine wakes ups again, unfortunately for her she transmigrated into the steampunk story she just started reading. What's worse is that she transmigrated into the body of the short-lived wicked cannon fodder only meant to highlight the female lead's kindness and intelligence. Clementine vows to avoid her ending by avoiding all of the main leads and supporting characters opting to instead develop her talents and skills in engineering and inventing. Unfortunately, fate catches up with her and she find herself in a perilous situation. Barely managing to avoid her gruesome death Clementine finds herself tangled in political intrigue when she accidently stumbles upon a legendary artifact that the cruel and ruthless cabal only known as the Mechanist Guild, has been searching for. Why are the male lead and the villain so interested in her the female lead is right over there? Why are they meddling in a small cannon fodder's life? Why is the female lead trying to form a sisterly bond with her she should ignore the small cannon fodder! .... "Your brilliance outshines the brightest gears in the clockwork of my thoughts, leaving me endlessly captivated by the dazzling intricacy of your mind." Hey! Stay away I don't want to be the female lead! "We have to work together to help women succeed in this unfair society! I couldn't do it without you my sister!" Stop pampering me your true love is the male lead! "I wish I could keep you chained up in a cage so I could watch you without having to share you with others. But you shine brighter when you are free so I'll just have to remove the eyes of any man that dares to look at you!" Leave me alone the heroes are right over there! Why can't this little cannon fodder live her peaceful salted fish inventor lifestyle!
Fantasy
14 Chs
Beast World: From Villainess to Cub-Raising Chef

Beast World: From Villainess to Cub-Raising Chef

Bai Su, who transmigrated into a book set in the interstellar Beast World, has only one interest: making delicious food at the orphanage, raising children, and enjoying her hard-won new life. Future's great villains? The cubs are all super well-behaved in front of her! The Federation Leader comes to freeload a meal, and his disability is cured! The business emperor comes to freeload a meal, and his infertility is solved! The obese little female gets thinner the more she eats, gradually growing into the number one beauty of the Beast World. She also attracts the number one genius doctor of the interstellar era and the interstellar great captain. The villainous cubs, driving warships and controlling ten thousand beasts: "If you want to get close to our Mom, you'll have to withstand our cannon fire first!" The Federation Leader laughs in anger: "You dare to bomb my armory? Courting death!" The gloomy and bloodthirsty emperor: "A bunch of little trash! You think I'm afraid of you?" The doctor's face turns ashen: "Either give back my research results, or die!" The interstellar great captain dangerously shoulders a Barrett: "I see you're all dying to get locked up." Bai Su smiles and peeks her head out, holding a gleaming kitchen knife: "Time to eat! What are you all doing?" The big shots and the little villains, harmoniously putting their arms around each other's shoulders in a picture of fatherly love and filial piety: "Coming~~"
Fantasy
128 Chs
What are the characteristics of online steampunk stories?
They often feature steam - powered machinery. For example, in many stories, you'll see steam - powered airships or mechanical prosthetics.
1 answer
2024-11-07 19:22
Where can I find good online steampunk stories?
You can try websites like Wattpad. There are many independent authors who share their steampunk stories there. Another option is Archive of Our Own (AO3), which has a wide range of fan - made and original steampunk tales.
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2024-11-08 02:40
How do Steampunk back stories contribute to the overall Steampunk genre?
Steampunk back stories are essential for character development. Consider a character who has a back story of being an escaped experiment from a mad scientist's laboratory. This instantly gives the character a motivation, a past full of mystery and a set of skills or abilities related to the experiment. All these aspects from the back story then feed into the character's actions and interactions within the Steampunk genre, making the overall genre more engaging and believable.
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2024-11-15 18:15
What are the characteristics of free steampunk stories?
Many free steampunk stories include airships as a common motif. These airships are often lavishly described, with details about their steam - powered engines and how they navigate the skies. Another characteristic is the presence of mechanical creatures or automatons. These can range from simple clockwork servants to complex, almost sentient machines. The settings in these stories are usually a mix of the familiar Victorian - style architecture and the strange, new - age steam - powered infrastructure.
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2024-10-28 12:47
How to write steampunk stories effectively?
For a great steampunk story, think about the aesthetic - gears, brass, and Victorian-style clothing. Build a complex plot with political intrigue or adventure. Don't forget to incorporate elements of magic or science fiction to add depth.
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2024-10-18 10:35
What are some good steampunk stories?
A good steampunk story is 'Soulless' by Gail Carriger. It combines elements of steampunk, paranormal, and romance. The main character, Alexia Tarabotti, is a preternatural in a Victorian - era London full of werewolves, vampires, and steam - powered gadgets. It's a fun and light - hearted take on the steampunk genre.
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2024-12-08 18:40
What are some of the best steampunk stories?
One of the best is 'The Difference Engine' by William Gibson and Bruce Sterling. It presents a Victorian-era world transformed by steam - powered computers. Another great one is 'Steamboy', a story filled with amazing steam - powered inventions and a young hero's adventure in a world where steam technology reigns. Also, 'Leviathan' by Scott Westerfeld is excellent, with its alternate history where Darwinian 'beasties' are part of the steampunk landscape.
2 answers
2024-12-11 08:55
What are some good steampunk horror stories?
Well, 'The Anubis Gates' by Tim Powers can be considered a steampunk horror story. It has time travel elements set in a steampunk - ish 19th - century London and involves Egyptian magic which adds to the horror. Also, 'Steampunk Holmes' by P.C. Martin has a touch of horror as it reimagines Sherlock Holmes in a steampunk world full of mechanical monstrosities and strange, dark mysteries.
2 answers
2024-12-01 04:04
How to write steampunk short stories effectively?
First, come up with a unique and compelling concept for your steampunk world. Then, focus on creating interesting characters with clear motivations. Also, pay attention to the plot twists and turns to keep the readers engaged.
2 answers
2024-10-12 07:44
What are some of the best steampunk short stories?
Well, 'The Anubis Gates' is a really good steampunk short story. It combines time travel with a steampunk aesthetic, taking readers on a wild adventure through different historical periods. Then there's 'Leviathan' which has an alternate - history setting where Darwinist and Clanker powers are at war, and it's full of amazing steampunk - inspired machinery and creatures. Also, 'Girl Genius' has a fun steampunk world filled with mad scientists and their inventions.
2 answers
2024-11-12 18:11
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