High- Stories

They all knew someone would be chosen. But when the name was proclaimed in the Great Hall, a low ripple of emotion moved through the Storytellers and Sages - shock, relief, and a deep sadness settling over them all. The Slayers stood at attention, silent and unmoving, but every one of them felt the weight of what had just been spoken. **"Barnabas..."** They leaned toward one another, their voices barely above breath. **"Then again... who else but Barnabas? He is the best. If any can survive the Unknown, it will be him."** Barnabas was more than a Slayer - he was *their* Slayer. Tracking beasts was child's play to him. His sword stroke was death every time. He trained harder, fought fiercer, rose earlier, and returned from quests others would have died attempting. He had been injured many times, but he always recovered and came back with a vengeance. Since the death of his wife, he took every battle personally. He never backed down. He never failed. And long before all of that, the villagers whispered of the night he was found as a Toddle - the storm, the crash, the shattered cottage, the immense tree that crushed everything except the crying child nestled safely among its leaves. The hand of the Creator had been on him that night, and many believed it stayed on him as he grew. His adopted father, Daniel, always said Barnabas was called for a special purpose. But destiny is never simple. A wound nearly killed him. The healers warned him: **If you quest again, you will die.** The choice was his - and he chose life, laying down his sword to become a Storyteller. He believed the calling on his life had ended. He was wrong. When the Creator summons him a second time, Barnabas must walk a quest he cannot survive - with a wound that could betray him at any moment, and a destiny that has followed him since the night he was pulled from the leaves. A tale of calling, sacrifice, and the courage to rise when destiny knocks twice.

Book 2 in the Furtive Saga The balance of power has shifted. The Titans now tremble before a new force, Jokasta, the Goddess of the Furtives, whose followers have begun waging open war on their ancient oppressors. Meanwhile, Corin and Nanaua continue their desperate journey across the continent in search of the companions who abandoned them. Their path takes them through forgotten lands, where monsters roam and lost tribes cling to survival. As they bear witness to Jokasta's spreading crusade, everything they once believed begins to unravel. Torn between duty and guilt, duty to the furtives left behind and guilt for having unleashed this madness, Corin struggles to find meaning in a world remade by war. Far to the frozen north, Livia and Zhi help shape Jokasta's swelling army. Livia, brilliant and methodical, oversees the forging of new weapons, while Zhi leads the training of the fierce Onsiels alongside new allies. Yet even amid their victories, doubt gnaws at them both. Will it be enough? Can they truly overthrow the Titans? And what must they sacrifice to win? As the furtives rise, new alliances are forged and gods begin to stir, the question is not just whether longer whether furtives will claim their freedom, but what will they become in their pursuit of it.

[Atlas Grandeur - Book Five] Days after the tragedy, Morio is nowhere to be found, and the world's tides had already turned against humanity. Although it was relatively quiet at first, everybody felt the same clock chiming over thousands of lives in Errarion. Memories, revenge, justice... humanity. Are any of them keys to answering the simple of question of who shall rise to the top?

Meyer Brant has lived in the Outlands his entire life. Sometimes Traders bring magical artifacts from the Great Realms and other far off lands, but otherwise he is removed from the kings, sorcerers and magical creatures of the world. Instead, Meyer's biggest concern is enduring his daily Martial Training--a necessity in Vanroc, a town which lives in constant fear of Raiders. Yet one day during a sparring session, Meyer experiences a moment of supernatural strength, and his life is changed forever...

Xavier meets an untimely death and is confronted face-to-face with God. She gives him 2 options - reincarnate on Earth with no memories - a fresh start - or, be sent into his own world to be the hero of it. Knowing fantasy stories have always fascinated him, he chooses the latter. However, as he's sent off, he somehow pulls God into the world with him. Be sure to vote if you like it, and maybe drop a comment. It helps!

The Mad Crusades have torn Igane apart - ravaging not only its people, but its land and statehood as well. Known as the notorious Princess Thief for her propensity to steal heirlooms worth a ransom, Anastasia Grimm enjoys her life of crime. She wants absolutely nothing to do with the violent crusades that plague the lands. Anastasia's murky past, riddled with pain, makes it even more impossible to believe in the heavenly goddess or her promises. But after being betrayed by a client, Anastasia finds herself on the run with a map that leads her right into the crusades, and into the arms of a goddess that may very well shatter every belief she has. And with her past catching up and tearing everything apart in its path, survival might hinge on Anastasia's ability to face what's in her blood. The only question is will this bandit find her faith, or will she lose her life? ☼ Mad Crusades #1 ☼ ☼ First draft ☼

Welcome to Love Tech. As all you of you know, we are in the business of manufactured romance. Our company was founded five years ago by Doctor Dorian Le'vee and Sol Truman. Dr. Le'vee had a back ground in biochemistry and discovered a way to create an artificial, yet undeniably strong feeling of romance by manipulating hormones and chemicals in the brain. Since, you will all be part of the sales team, I will not bore you with the chemistry of it. Just remember that it is a love potion and a powerful one at that. As part of the sales team, it will be your job to play the part of cupid. Not only will you be answering our clientèles many and varied questions, you will be in charge of finding perfect matches for them as well. Our database is filled with various love-less men and women who have, of their own free will, been entered into our computer systems with detailed information based on their interests, passions, dislikes, and pet peeves. Once a client has purchased a love package, we find an appropriate match. Welcome to Love Tech

Breaketh, Thrones of gold and wings of old. Bend, ancient God to ancient foe. For two kingdoms, shall arise and swiftly fall. Upon Heiden's stone, Traitorous blood shall spill. Under the stars and timeless trees, her eyes of gold and feet so bold. Cometh she, gentle Queen of Aeon. Bearer of Beren's stone, to claim the heart of Gabriel's blood. Taken from the arms of her dying parents and the world of Unas, Celestine is brought to planet Earth and placed under the protection of Estelle and given the name Eveline. Unbeknown to the small babe, born with ancient magic, the universe and heavenly Kingdom of Aurelius', under the rule of the great God Heiden is under threat as the dark lord and ruler of Hellnuthe, Lagar and his legion summon a terrible shadow, their gazes fixed upon Earth. In a terrifying journey of enlightenment, Eveline must shake of the cloak of secrecy and embrace her destiny so that she may return to Unas and reclaim the throne of her father, so cruelly taken away by her half-brother and heir to Lagar's Kingdom, Heidan. If all fails, the ancient prophecy uttered from the lips of her mother shall dimmish into everlasting bloodshed.

[Wattys2018 Shortlist] [Bootcamp Mentorship Mentee 2020] [Insidious Awards - 1st place/Action/Adventure] "Squinty, I... Help me! Please! You have to help me!" Squinty huffed at him as the horse might snort at an annoying fly it couldn't get rid of. "A...a... an apple," he stammered. "I just... stole an apple!" ---- When water is controlled by those in power, even a mere apple can be a catalyst. For Squinty, it was the start of everything. Finding Grizzly. Losing Roko. Becoming a Vigil. Discovering she had the power to become invisible. For Nalina, the threat of a new Water War was even closer to home; her beloved brother was the one initiating it. To Drian, water formed the core of his belief system, defined who was - and was not - worthy, and justified the treatment of the underground-dwelling Wellers. An orphan girl, determined to do what was right. A princess, petitioning for peace. An abbot, torn between his religion, and his experience. Each with an Etching, a unique power that surely makes them special; a tie to something more, something extra, something beyond the Squareworld. Credits for the cover go to an absolutely amazing cover artist and fellow writer Narcisse Navarre @InkSorcery. The Prophecy of Water is ONLY available on Wattpad. If you are reading this anywhere else, it is a plagiarized version that may contain malware. ⭐⭐⭐ 📘 Shortlisted in Watty2018 awards (October 5th, 2018) 📘 Featured on "WONDERLAND | Wondrous Worlds" reading list on @HighFantasy (April 8th, 2019) 📘 Bootcamp Mentorship Mentee 2020 🥇 Action/Adventure - Insidious Awards 2020

When Mare Barrow trades her life for the ones she loves, she knows the consequences. She knows what she will be going through. And even if given a chance to go back and change her mind, she would have done the same thing.

When he was very young, Lex Coaltreader went with his family to the main continent of Audlan, leaving behind their desolate home continent, the straylands, a bleak desert that spans the entire island. They fled to Audlan seeking a better life for themselves and their child. As Lex grew up in the Duessel Territories, an absolute monarchy split into five sub-regions for easier governance, he earned acclaim as a skilled mercenary and folk hero. Now he faces the greatest challenge of his career; he has been brought before the High Lord of his territories and tasked with taking out The Band of Laughing Skulls, a group of exiled knights-turned-necromancers who seek to overthrow the current High Lord. As Lex and his hand-picked group of ragtag warriors face down this new threat, they must find a way to kill those who have domain over death itself.

Tensions are high in Alura. Peace that has lasted over a millennium is starting to falter. Garnivian government has all but succumbed to the grasp of the Church of Anahtu and a boy sits on the throne of Ventia. Centuries old prophesies are being fulfilled. An assassin and a Lady stand at the center of it all. *NEW CHAPTERS WEEKLY*

Born into noble prestige and gifted with genius intellect, Pascal was a promising officer cadet who rose to national fame before even graduating. At the mere age of nineteen, he had everything a young man could wish for... Except his habitual arrogance had destroyed every opportunity of a close friendship outside his political marriage. Seeking another companion that would meet his protracted list of requirements, Pascal decided to craft the 'perfect spell' for the upcoming familiar ceremony. If those in his world were not fit to accompany his brilliance, then he would summon a best friend through his own hands -- one that was mature, intelligent, knowledgeable, bright, and cute to boot. He received far more than he bargained for... and in turn, so did the entire world. This is the story of how three wills -- adviser, commandant, and royalty -- joined to forever alter the geopolitical power balance of an entire continent, and in the process, usher society into a new era of civilization. - I did not write this novel credits go to Aorrin

Princess Haven was never meant to be Queen. Her immortality has saved her time and time again, but when the last of her royal family dies at her feet, she is next in line to rule a nation on the brink of war. With no formal training on how to be Queen, Haven must rise to the occasion with the help of her best friends, and personal guard, or risk losing everyone she has ever loved. With war to the West, and no escape to the East, the evil tyrant Kadia sets her sights on the six kingdoms. Haven's neighbors are quick to fall under the swords of Kadia's shadow soldiers, leaving a sea of bodies and a clear path to Haven's only home. As Kadia's obsession with Haven mounts, little time remains, and Haven must make a choice; join together with her fellow Royals, and test her immortality in a final stand against the evil Queen, or flee across the sea to a foreign republic in hopes of salvation. Both choices have a cost. Both plans could go awry. Haven must decide quickly, or she might be the only one left.

In a world where money can buy you literal power. A young halfling is out on the run for a crime he (probably) didn't commit. Joined by what seems to be a dim-witted orc, the duo has to brave various forces craving a powerful artifact known as the 'Grand Baetylus', a piece of crystalized magic so big that it can supposedly manifest any wish a person wants- if they know how to use it. Although, one wonders, when given access to such power and money, what does one oft do with them? [Very few chapters might be worth the Mature rating due to overly gorey and graphic writing. No sexual content or anything (unless you find that sexual, no kink shaming)]

Across the continent of Emiraine, black chasms ravage the land, bringing with them monsters from ancient times. In the ruins of an once mighty Empire, a god-king waits to woken. And in the quiet, echoing halls of the Glass Palace, a plot is carried out that could unite two kingdoms together, or destroy what little remains of their fragile peace. Orphaned by the Abyssal War and sold into the service of assassins as a child, Rylen has only ever known a life where trust was a myth and love was a lie. But when she is dragged into a plan that could either shape the future between the four kingdoms or ruin what little peace there is left, she must decide where her alliances are. Rylen quickly finds that there is more to survival than a quick wit and a sharp tongue when she finds herself fighting in a war no one knows how to win. Rylen quickly finds that Ylaisse is a far different place than the palaces of Bazgrik, and that allies might just be worth the price of trust. Though she discovers a kindred spirit in the pirate prince, Necalli, and the heir to the summer throne, Rosaline, she also quickly discovers enemies in the halls of the sun as well. Tensions and rivalries are quick to brew, threatening the stability of her new home and forcing Rylen to question just what she is willing to give up in pursuit of her kingdoms survival and just how long she can keep her secret from getting out. But when a noble is found dead, quickly followed by another, Rylen finds that her secret might not be the only thing the fate of everything rests upon. As she races against the clock to find the murderer and avoid being accused herself, Rylen unravels a history between the four kingdoms lost to time, and discovers that her role in it might be greater than she'd ever imagined.

Aldon rules a kingdom at war, leading people who do not love her, following laws that trap her. Jaylinn is plunged into a courtroom with the intention of creating change both violent and freeing. Aeverdeen is taken from his home, surprised to find a place that he does belong. Dior buries himself in a small world, hiding from a past that stays hidden in the good grace of his powerful friends How might this small group of young people affect the world around them? What is the power of youthful righteousness and where might it go?

The world of Split has a long and bloodied history, a war between Elves and Man that lasted generations, an entire Realm destroyed by the corrupted byproduct of magic; Taint and the army of Demons that are infesting the world. On top of that, megastorms that would usually rip the planet in half are being held back by six elemental mages living in isolation and the armies of the Realm of Dovia begin a Great War against the growing worldly threats. Somewhere in Avavice, a group of warriors from the guild of The Defenders of Split are sent on a simple mission to wipe out a group of banditing Imps, only for the Tower of the Archmage in the countries capital is openly attacked, scarring the most powerful woman in the Realm and starting a journey that will cause the very destruction of the world.

The battle of The Fallen is over, but it does not mean Setsuna's fight is. Due to a sudden timeline trip, Setsuna meets someone from her future. They're not alone though, they brought back devils along side them!? Setsuna will once again have to fight for the ones she loves in... "We Purify Our World" Book II of the "Books of Deliverance" Series. If you're not caught up with he series, go ahead and check out book one. "We Save Our World."