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Reincarnated As A Calamity

World: Noctyrr Continents: 1. Arcanor – The larger continent, holding 2/3 of the world’s land. Populated by humans, elves, dwarves, fairies, and demi-humans. Magic and swordsmanship thrive here. 2. Abyssara – The smaller continent, holding 1/3 of the world’s land. Ruled by 7 Demon Kinds and 1 Demon Lord, a land of chaos, dark power, and monstrous hierarchies. --- Main Character Name: Aurelian von Blackthorne Status: Eldest son of the Blackthorne family, a prominent noble house in Arcanor. Traits: Handsome, pale white skin, silver hair, red eyes (a mark of Calamity), cold, emotionless, dominating aura. Reincarnated with the powers of a Calamity. --- Family Father: Alaric von Blackthorne One of five Dukes of the Empire. Known as Sword Emperor, a 9-star swordsman, one of the greatest in Arcanor. Appearance: Black hair, black eyes, handsome, strict, commanding. Personality: Cold, disciplined, unwavering in power and authority. Mother: Aria von Blackthorne 7th-class mage, titled Archmage at a very young age. Appearance: Bright silver hair, blue eyes, extraordinarily beautiful. Personality: Kind, gentle, friendly, nurturing, beloved by the family and servants. Sister: Alya von Blackthorne Appearance: Black hair, blue eyes, extraordinarily cute. Personality: Kind, gentle, friendly, cheerful, beloved by the family and servants. --- Plot Implications Aurelian inherits not only noble blood but also the latent powers of a Calamity, making him far stronger than anyone in Arcanor. His dual heritage (sword mastery from father, magical aptitude from mother) allows for a hybrid, unstoppable potential. The contrast of his cold, ruthless personality against his mother’s kindness provides emotional depth and intrigue. Noctyrr’s continents setup allows for: Arcanor politics, nobility rivalries, guilds, and sword/magic battles. Abyssara conflicts, demons, dark magic, and eventual world-spanning war. ---
BLACK_CALAMITY · 2.7k Views

Lament of The Crimson Blossoms

[Warning: Mature Content] On the night of a blood moon, one would advise refraining from bleeding, for the blood that touches the light of the blood moon will evoke a celestial lunar being. Who is this celestial lunar being, you ask? Well, it is, of course, a goddess. The Moon Goddess. That night, the heavens and the earth are closest to each other; so close that a mere mortal could speak to a lord of the heavens and likewise. As such, if you bleed under the crimson moon, the moon goddess will descend to the earth, barefoot. Her steps are quiet, but her presence, just as overwhelming. The night dragonflies welcome her approach, singing songs and ballads of her greatness. When she finally stops before the bleeding mortal, she wonders, "Who dares to bleed on such an auspicious occasion?" Maybe she will pity you that you are dying. So, she will ask you for your one last wish. However, it is up to her if she should grant it or simply reject it, turning you into a vengeful ghost that knows no rest for eternity to come. That is the story Haneul has heard all his life. Yet, he lay there, his last breath almost giving up on him. The moon goddess was before him now. Then he wondered, wasn't this lunar being supposed to be a goddess? Why did she sound like a man? Ah, perhaps, it was a god, after all. So, he asked for his last wish. To undo the previous sins so he would suffer less when he was reborn, to prevent karma from repeating itself. Hold on...where is the part when a tree would branch out of his chest and let the color of the blossoms decide his fate? Haneul snapped open his eyes. What a strange dream it was... But, why did it feel so real? Who was that god? What is a crimson blossom? Why did he know this story that he had never heard before? Maybe.... he did. Maybe.... he's in his past life where he had sinned? Haneul wouldn't know because now, in this life... His name was Hwa Miye, the flower princess, hiding a dark secret under those luxurious garments.
Rinix_ · 6k Views

Gilded Ashes: When Shadows Reign

He should have died. But someone - or something - made a mistake. When shadows devour everything he ever knew, Raizen is left with nothing but grief - and a vow to hunt down and kill every Nyx: dark creatures with an even darker past. Now, he walks in a world on the edge of collapse: From the depths of the Underworks to the halls of Lotus Academy and the ranks of the Vanguards, he's surrounded by ruthless rivals, living nightmares, corrupted authority, evolving monsters, and secrets powerful enough to kill. If he wants to survive, he must grow stronger. But if he wants to win, he may have to burn everything in his way. A story with battles of unimaginable scale. A world that still echoes from disaster. Awakened powers that break every known limit. Will Raizen's spark ignite a new dawn... Or vanish beneath eternal darkness? ━━━━━⋅•⋅ ⊰∙∘ ☽ ✧ ☾ ∘∙⊱⋅•⋅━━━━━ A few words from the author: Hey there! Thanks for checking out Gilded Ashes! I'm not gonna keep you much, most things I'd love to tell you are explained in the pinned review! (make sure to check it out) Raizen starts out broken... But he doesn't stay that way. Every chapter he grows sharper, faster, and more dangerous - until the world realizes it should've feared him from the start. Dive into the free chapters, at least. You have nothing to lose! Gilded Ashes is my Dream. So you can rest assured that I won't drop it until the very end. Speaking of the very end... We're still far, far from it. The journey has only just begun!
Sqair · 541.1k Views

New Goguryeo Prince Hodong and Nakrang Princess Nakrang Korean Legend

1. Overview This story is a modern fantasy and historical reinterpretation that reimagines the tragic Korean legend of Prince Hodong and Princess Nakrang. It shifts the narrative from one of sacrifice and destruction to one of peaceful unification and wisdom, guided by a "heavenly revelation." 2. Core Theme The project explores the true meaning of victory. It posits that Princess Nakrang’s refusal to destroy the Jamyeonggo (the self-sounding drum) was not an act of betrayal, but a courageous choice to choose life and coexistence over war. 3. Main Characters Minjun: A humble, unknown writer living in Daegu. He serves as the bridge between the divine and the mortal world, writing the novel based on a revelation from Buddha. Gyeongpil (Prince Hodong): A master’s student specializing in peaceful unification. In the story, he is summoned to the past and becomes a wise version of Prince Hodong. Yeongjin (Princess Nakrang): Gyeongpil’s lover and partner in peace research. In the past, she becomes the princess who saves her kingdom from the brink of collapse. 4. Plot Summary [The Divine Intervention] Observing two millennia of human suffering, Jesus and Buddha decide to intervene. They choose to rewrite the tragic 2,000-year-old story of Hodong and Nakrang into a tale of hope. They select Minjun, a pure-hearted writer, to receive this divine inspiration. [The Revelation] While struggling in his small studio in Daegu, Minjun meets his juniors, Gyeongpil and Yeongjin. Following a vision from Buddha, Minjun begins writing a novel with the two juniors as the protagonists, intended to transform historical tragedy into a message of peace. [Transcendence to the Past] As Minjun writes, Gyeongpil and Yeongjin are miraculously transported back to 32 AD, the era of Goguryeo and Nakrang. They find themselves in the middle of the historical conflict where, according to the original legend, the Princess must destroy the drum and the Prince must eventually commit suicide. [The Great Choice & Climax] Instead of following the tragic script, the two use their modern expertise in "peaceful unification." They present a logical, economic, and political blueprint to the kings of both nations, proving that unification through cooperation is far more beneficial than conquest through war. They persuade the kings to keep the Jamyeonggo intact as a national treasure—a symbol of protection rather than a trigger for war. [The Peaceful Ending] The story concludes with the two marrying as symbols of peace. This "rewritten history" is published as Minjun’s novel, touching the hearts of readers worldwide. In the modern world, Gyeongpil and Yeongjin continue their research, proving that true love and wisdom can indeed change the world. 5. Key Message "Not tearing up the Jamyeonggo was the most courageous choice to live together." This narrative replaces the 'tears of 2,000 years' with a new foundation of love and peace.
해빛벗님 · 73 Views

Finding Him (BxB+)

Kalypso "Kali" Brunn was searching. He was trying to find someone he once knew well, someone he'd lost without even realizing. Kali needed the man who could wholeheartedly love himself and the company of others yet live happily, even alone. That someone wouldn't need another leading their life, completely shaping every thought he had, each action he performed, and the emotions he'd felt. He simply had to see that man's lost smile once more, a smile so true and pure, and he believed the Black Manor was the best place to look. It was the perfect home for Kali to find himself again. A peaceful, private, and honest(deceptively so) abode for him to relax and heal in. It seemingly had the most perfect conditions. The only downside of the new arrangement would be that he's yet to shake off his loneliness. He's determined to get along with his new housemates, but it's proven to be hard, especially as half of them blatantly ignore him and the other half downright hate his mere presence. But who's to say the future won't change? Perhaps his clumsy, self-deprecating ways will finally garner him some much-needed attention. Maybe they'll see just how much he needs someone to stand by him, even if he happens to claim otherwise for pride's sake... Or suppose they could continue to ignore him until he stays forever stuck in his regrettable past. Kali doesn't want to think about the 'scumbag' he ran away from or the friends that hurt him. They didn't deserve his tears any more than he deserved the emotional turmoil he'd suffered through.
Shady_Sunflower · 10.3k Views