Author's Note:
Hello readers,
To help you navigate the world of Doom's Tide, I'll be maintaining a dedicated Auxiliary Space where all the essential background information, character profiles, and world-building details will be posted. Think of it as your reference hub—everything you need to know to fully understand the story and its evolving universe.
This space will be continuously updated as the story progresses. Whenever new events, rules, or revelations appear in the main narrative, you can expect the Auxiliary Space to reflect them. It's designed to grow alongside the story, ensuring you always have the latest context at your fingertips.
Keep an eye on it—you'll find each update enriches your reading experience and helps you stay fully immersed in the world of Doom's Tide.
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Novel Title: Doom's Tide
Tagline: Dragged under, tied forever.
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Main Cast
MC – Kai Renshaw
Age: 23 (appears 19)
Occupation: Athlete (Swimmer)
Appearance: Short dark hair, amber eyes, slim but muscular build, fair chocolate complexion
Traits: Strong, agile, confident
Lead Male 1 – Finn Calder
Age: 30 (looks younger)
Occupation: Escaped convict
Appearance: Bald, muscular, tattoos on both arms, pale complexion
Traits: Dangerous, rough, protective, loyal, racist
Lead Male 2 – Orion Dax
Age: 25 (appears 20)
Occupation: Lawyer
Appearance: Lean build, blonde slightly messy hair, fair skin, alert expression
Traits: Treacherous, sneaky, physically weak, skilled at escaping danger
Female Lead – Cyan Donovan
Age: 25 (appears 18)
Occupation: Martial Arts Trainee (Black & Red Belt)
Appearance: Long orange-and-black hair, fit build, fair complexion
Traits: Anti-social, disciplined, strong, skilled fighter
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Worldbuilding
Orbits (Survival Zones)
Each sector of the world is called an Orbit.
Orbit One – The Verdant Maw (Orbit of Nature)
Environment: Rainforest coastline, black sand shores, dense jungle
Climate: Frequent storms, oppressive humidity, unpredictable terrain
Natural Dangers: Quicksand pits, thorned vines (infectious), poisonous flora
Wildlife & Threats
Lesser Threats:
1. Rootserpents (vine-snakes) – stealthy, hiss before attack
2. Razorwings (blade-feather birds) – metallic whistling, attack in swarms
3. Lurkfish (eel predators) – bioluminescent, water stillness signals attack
Major Threat:
Sporebeasts (Fungal Gorillas)
Clues: Mushrooms/moss grow unnaturally fast
Warning: Spore fog, chest-beating echoes
Quirk: Roars spread spores causing hallucinations
Weakness: Cannot be killed with normal weapons, requires Spore Suppression Rifle (SSR)
Special Tech Weapon – SSR (Spore Suppression Rifle)
Fires plasma-laced rounds that neutralize spores
Essential for killing Sporebeasts safely
Only obtainable through completing the Orbital Games
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Survival Mechanics
Orbital Games
Structured survival trials to gain resources, answers, and rare items (like SSR)
Mandatory for progression and understanding the world
Time Phenomenon – Anti-Clockwise Rhythm
Time reversing (clocks, tides) signals an Orbit opening
Only perceivable by System-chosen individuals
Triggers entry into survival zones
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Backstory & Current Group Status
The three leads (Finn, Orion, Cyan) were survivors of a larger group
Their group was scattered by a Sporebeast attack, many died
Kai meets them after this event
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Exciting news! Starting tomorrow, the story rollout begins in full force. You can expect 14 chapters per week, with two chapters posted daily—nonstop momentum to keep you fully immersed.
So buckle up, settle in, and get ready to dive deep. Sit tight, anticipate every twist, and let the world of Doom's Tide pull you under