Animalprotagonist Stories

The day I was promoted to the position of my dreams was also the day I died. The day I finally got promoted was the same day I died. Cause of death? Sneezing. Now I've been reincarnated in another world... as a cat. Not just any cat-a dangerously overpowered one who masters magic just by being near it. The problem? No one takes a cat seriously. And if I drop the barrier keeping my powers in check... this world might not survive.

Nix had lived peacefully with her pack, even though many doubts came when the Snowy Meadows were flooded but that was nothing compared to the disasters that happened afterwards...

After Ashen, a cross fox, lost his family, only one member might still be alive: his sister. Driven by guilt and a fragile spark of hope, Ashen roams the forest searching for her, following faint trails and fading memories. But when he saves a stranger from a hunter's bullet, his path takes an unexpected turn. The stranger, Cinder, is wild yet kind. Together, they're forced to survive. Through shadowed woods, wintry nights, and the weight of the past, Ashen will learn that sometimes saving another is the only way to save yourself.

A tiny snail with big dreams sets off on a slow, shimmering journey across meadows, oceans, and stormy paths. One slide at a time, discovering new friendships, adventures, and the magic of exploring the world-no matter how small you are.

In the heart of an untamed Miocene wilderness, where megafauna prowl and ancient secrets lurk beneath colossal trees, an eagle-sized Draven keeps silent vigil over human intruders carving out a precarious existence on the savage planet of Feroz. Enter Grik: a shadowy predator with a wingspan rivaling a man's height, his keen gaze dissecting every move of the settler family-from their defiant fires to their hidden fears. Curiosity ignites into an uneasy pact that defies the wild's brutal laws. Plunge into this stark, bird's-eye saga: instinctual, unflinching, and stripped of illusions. No enchanted rescues or fated heroes-just raw survival, calculated alliances, and the unforgiving truth that sharing territory means sharing fate. Themes: • Avian outsider's lens • Wilderness reclaiming civilization • Simmering vigilance and adaptation • Folklore forged in the shadows If you crave gripping eco-thrillers, intelligent non-human leads, and prehistoric worlds brimming with peril and wonder, Grik's Cabin pulls you into the canopy-where every glance could change everything.

Reborn as the weakest beast in a forest crawling with monsters, Renji must fight to survive. Every hunt, every skirmish, every bond pushes him forward-but he's still far from strong. A mysterious system tracks his progress, evolution, and potential, guiding him as he learns to tame creatures, fuse powers, and unlock hidden skills... one step at a time. Watching from the shadows is a silver feline, Lyra. Her fate is mysteriously tied to Renji's, and together, they may hold the key to surviving the dangers lurking beyond the forest. As dungeons awaken and portals tear open to other worlds, only the adaptable survive. Slow-burn growth, tense battles, and unbreakable bonds await. Can the weakest beast rise before the world devours him?

In a world teeming with ancient mysteries and untamed wilds, Ryn, a young otter from a humble river village, dreams of exploring beyond the water's edge. His people have always embraced the currents of the deep, but Ryn has always longed for something more. That longing leads him to a fateful discovery...a gem of immense power, hidden beneath the waves. When a traveling historian reveals the gem's true significance, Ryn is thrust into the ranks of the Researchers, an elite order tasked with uncovering the world's forgotten past and defending it from the rising Creatures of the Night. Gifted with the element of water, he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the gems-one that will test his courage, his friendships, and the very foundations of who he believes himself to be. Tidebound is a sweeping fantasy adventure filled with action, magic, and heartfelt bonds-perfect for fans of high fantasy, deep worldbuilding, and emotional character journeys.

In the high-stakes circuit of livestock shows, lambs aren't just animals - they're legends in the making. Fresh off the trailer and straight from a prestigious barn, Canoli enters the ring with nothing but a number for a name and a legacy she never asked to carry. But as she joins the elite CCL show team, she quickly learns that beneath the ribbons and leg wraps lies a world of ruthless competition, whispered cheating, and unspoken trauma. Across the arena stands Rush - undefeated, untouchable, and unnaturally perfect. Every lamb knows his name, but none know the price he's paid to wear it. As the season heats up, Canoli finds herself drawn into the gravity of his shadow... and a quiet, overlooked rival prepares to do the unthinkable. Cover art + any official art by me :)

📖Deep within the mystical forest of Verdantia, a timid pangolin named Quillan dreams of more than his quiet life as an overlooked apprentice. But when a powerful dark sorceress threatens to destroy everything he holds dear, Quillan is thrust into a journey of bravery and self-discovery he never expected. With a blend of magic, adventure, and emotional depth, this enchanting tale will captivate lovers of fantasy and imaginative storytelling. Perfect for fans of heartfelt narratives and whimsical worlds, The Brave Little Pangolin is a journey of courage and transformation that will leave you inspired. ✨ Join Quillan as he discovers that sometimes, the bravest hearts come in the smallest packages.

A majestic airship falls from the sky straight toward Tortuga's market. Inside a cage on deck is Tusk - a walrus, the captain's pride and joy. When the crash destroys his last tusk, the captain will do anything to fix it... even fly to London and hire the best prosthetist in the United Kingdom. A short, heartwarming fantasy story about loyalty, miracles, and new tusks. Originally written in Russian. Translated using AI tools and manually checked. English is not my native language - feedback welcome!

The Untold Story of the Wicked Wolf follows a widowed wolf, father to three pups, who sets off on a dangerous quest to find food for his family. Along the way, he meets seven dwarves who guide and support him, but things begin to take a dark turn when a mysterious young woman appears in the woods. Dressed in a cloak as red as blood, she invites the wolf to join her on her path to her grandfather's house - a place she promises is full of endless food. But as the journey continues, the dwarves begin to vanish one by one, and the wolf - driven by hunger and blinded by hope - ignores the warning signs. What waits at the end of the path is not what it seems. This twisted fairytale dives into the forgotten roots of a well-known story, revealing a truth that few ever hear: the wolf's side of Little Red Riding Hood.

Humankind has long since perished. But life goes on. Nature is slowly reclaiming the planet. A fire forces a young red fox named Kip to flee her den for the first time. Now alone and left half-blind, Kip must struggle to find refuge for herself and her two cubs. One thing is for certain: this nascent and feral world is just as dangerous as ever. --- ONC Prompt 13: You were at the wrong place, at the wrong time, and now you are running for your life! Cover art drawn by me.

He was a third-generation CEO who destroyed the company he inherited. Regret was the last thing on his mind when he died. When he opened his eyes again, he was no longer human- he had been reincarnated as a black cat living in the palace of a tyrant queen. The Stone Kingdom, once peaceful, had fallen under the rule of Queen Highcity, a ruler manipulated by a fanatical cult. Heavy taxes, fear, and lies controlled the people. Only one person could understand the cat's words: Prince Kyle, the kingdom's forgotten third prince, drowning in despair. Armed with nothing but his past life as a failed executive and his lifelong devotion to The Book of Five Rings, the cat decides to become the prince's strategist. Information warfare, organization, psychological manipulation- with an underground network of palace stray cats, he quietly dismantles corruption from within. This is not a story of overwhelming magic or brute force. It is the story of rebuilding a nation through strategy, trust, and timing. A black cat. A broken prince. And the rise of a new kingdom at dawn.

Marvela the kitten used to be a humble witch's familiar. However, one night a terrible fate befalls her beloved witch and Marvela finds herself bestowed with remarkable powers. ✨✨✨ After inexplicably becoming a full-fledged witch, former witch's familiar Marvela must find a way to control her newfound magical abilities and defeat the evil sorceress that destroyed her witch and vies to do the same to all other witches that hide in the town of Vigilance on Halloween night. Can Marvela thwart a plot for the control of all magic? Or is the world of witchcraft simply no place for a tiny kitten? ✨✨✨ [[2021 Wattys Winner in the Paranormal Category]] [[2021 Wattys Best Cover Shortlist]] [[2022 The Amby Awards Winner in the Paranormal Category]] Cover art drawn by the amazing illustratorium.sara on Instagram (It was a commission).

Silver is about to leave being a mew of the MoonClowder behind to become a squire to one of the clowders cats who each have their own unique talents. First however she and her peers must pass their first test towards becoming squires; only this time unexpected things happen along the way that turn what should have been a single day into something much more dangerous for a cat that's barely left behind their mewling youth.