Progressing Stories

Alric saved his brother's life at the young age of seven, but in the process, he burned out his core. Unable to cultivate, and with stunted growth, Alric still enjoyed a good life with his family. Until, at the age of 16, his entire village was wiped out by a beast wave. Now an orphan, Alric figured his life was over. But fate had other plans. A vindictive act by a selfish Cultivator sets off a chain of events that gives Alric new hope. Now, with a new goal, a new god, and unexpected friends, Alric begins to find his strength and build the life he'd always wanted. Progression fantasy. Cultivation / litrpg. Weak to strong. The main character is gay.

Jake Rivers was always a parasite. He just didn't know it could be literal. A forgotten god caught him cheating at carnival games and decided to make the metaphor flesh. Now Jake is microscopic. Blind. Starving. A brain-eating worm in a fantasy world where magic is real and death comes from inside. Every creature he enters dies within weeks, neural pathways consumed one memory at a time. But first, they become legend! Jake takes one ability from each host. They gain all of his. Symbiosis and murder, always together. And he's getting addicted. Simple animal thoughts were bland. Complex minds are intoxicating. Intelligent consciousness tastes like nothing he's ever experienced. Every memory he consumes is better than the last, and the hunger grows stronger with each kill. The locals call it the Whisperer's Blessing. Power and death, arriving as one. Naga serpent-lords take notice of the pattern. But Jake is seeing something they can't: he's been everyone. Both predator and prey. He experiences reality from every angle, and reality is breaking. Magic is corrupting. Concepts are bleeding together. Something eldritch is pushing through the cracks between worlds, and the scattered civilizations of Ouroboros can't see it coming because they've never been anything but themselves. Jake has been everything. Knows languages no single being should speak. Understands magic from perspectives that shouldn't exist. He's becoming something unprecedented. Something necessary. Something monstrous. The god wanted him honest about what he was. Be careful what you wish for. This parasite might be the only thing that can consume an apocalypse. Dark progression fantasy. Visceral body horror. An addict climbs the food chain toward godhood.

BLINK is set in a world where humans once fought the creatures of the underworld. The world-building and characters draw inspiration from ancient Indian epics such as the Mahabharata and the Ramayana. The storytelling style and themes are inspired by popular animated series like My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen, while the plot itself is entirely my own. I have used AI assistance only to correct grammar and improve clarity. Synopsis: Set in the early 2000s in the Western Ghats of South India, the story follows Surya, a 19-year-old student of Section Dravi from the secretive BLINK Association. Surya dreams of becoming a Kartha-a village guardian assigned to protect people from mythic beings that emerge from the underworld. As ancient forces stir once again, Surya and his allies are pulled into conflicts far greater than they imagined, where loyalty, sacrifice, love and destiny collide. What you can expect: 1.Strong chemistry between characters 2.Unexpected twists 3.Love and emotional moments 4.A mysterious and expanding world 5.Intense and escalating battles 6.Humor

In the fortified city of Aethelburg, power is everything. Forged in binding pacts with elemental spirits, it defines the noble houses that rule the ashes of a broken world. For Lafayette Stormveil, power is a curse. A single touch of a strange crystal awakens a violent, pink lightning she cannot control-a power that marks her as the last heir of a dead and disgraed house, and a walking target for every faction that fears what she represents. Her brother Anthony has his own demons, a chilling rage that manifests as ice, a power he fears will one day turn his heart as cold as his fists. When their home is obliterated by a ruthless enemy hunting Lafayette, the siblings are thrust into the heart of a political war they don't understand. To survive, they must master their volatile gifts, forge uneasy alliances, and uncover the brutal truth behind their family's legacy. But as ancient spirits whisper of a greater threat and a mad scientist seeks to weaponize their power, Lafayette and Anthony must decide: will they be the spark that ignites a new war, or the conduit for a final, desperate hope? The storm is rising

Albin did not wake up in another world to become a hero. He already had a life worth waking up to. Summoned into Aventia with a sharp-tongued familiar at his side, Albin is not chosen, special, or prepared. He is a married man who wants to go home. Aventia is a world of magic, classes, and quiet routines. It rewards work. Habit. Small contributions. At least, most of the time. Trying to live carefully, Albin keeps his head down, fixes what is asked of him, and avoids becoming important. But even small actions have weight, and some problems refuse to stay solved. Borrowed Happiness is a slow-burn progression fantasy about restraint, responsibility, and what remains after every step forward. What to expect: - Character-driven progression (no power fantasy) - Subtle, grounded LitRPG elements - A familiar who is observant rather than comic relief - Consequences that matter - No chosen one. No shortcuts New chapter every Sunday with the option of going 2x per week depending on interest.

Eldric was raised by the Order of Ashes, a militant faith that teaches suffering as the path to divinity. When his home is erased by the Sorrowscribe-a being who writes living ink into flesh and rewrites people into obedient monsters-Eldric survives by becoming something else entirely. Burned, broken, and reborn, Eldric is taken in by a small band of adventurers: a foxkin scout with a haunted bloodline, a warlock who has paid dearly for her power, and a veteran searching for a peace the world refuses to grant. As the Sorrowscribe's influence spreads, the truth behind Eldric's faith begins to unravel. Rebirth may be erasure. Power may demand the loss of everything that made him human. Hunted by Sorrowcursed knights who still remember who they were, and forced to face betrayal that cuts deeper than any blade, Eldric must decide what remains when everything else is burned away. This is a slow-burn, character-driven progression fantasy with a grimdark atmosphere, found-family dynamics, and a power system where every advancement costs something permanent.

When Bailey dies, saving the lives of two children, he is transported across the boundary between worlds. Bailey inhabits the body of Amos Aquila - a seemingly insignificant farm boy - unknowingly expelling the soul of the previous occupant. Follow Bailey/Amos as he progresses through a world where magic powers are determined by the zodiac, science mutates mana, and the forces of Gods toy with the fates of mortals.

It's the last week of school, and all Kevin Veyron wants to do is make it to May 18, his birthday and the last day of school. However, strange phenomena begin to flicker within him during his finals week. As he searches for answers, unbeknownst to Kevin, he is already walking down his path as an Elemental. Kevin will soon find out this path he walks down isn't for the weak. It is the way of fate for an Elemental such as himself to struggle to find his way in this coming-of-age action adventure in Saga 1- The Rise.

POWER ON is a character-driven fantasy epic about destiny, identity, and the clash between ancient powers and modern hearts. Blending explosive elemental battles with quiet human moments, the story follows Juichi Nakamura-a young man thrust into a world not his own, bound to forces far older and more dangerous than he can comprehend. Juichi isn't a warrior. He's not gifted with natural charisma or perfect judgment. But when he arrives in an unfamiliar land, chased by shadows and haunted by fragmented dreams, he learns he is the vessel for not one, but multiple Elemental Dragons-beings of unimaginable power tied to the primal forces of fire, wind, water, and earth. This is an impossibility in a world where even bearing one elemental spirit is enough to change the fate of kingdoms. His existence upsets the balance. Some see him as a miracle. Others, a threat. And at the center of it all is Juichi, the boy burdened with too many dragons and too few answers. But this isn't a tale of one hero saving the world. It's about people choosing to stand, even when their world no longer makes sense. It's about navigating pain, embracing uncertainty, and daring to love when everything seems destined to fall apart. POWER ON excels in mixing moments of light-hearted comedy-like nosebleeds and awkward confessions-with moments of intense drama, revelation, and cinematic tension. It's a world where enemies may become allies, forgotten names may shape the future, and even monsters may dream of becoming something more. It's not just about defeating evil. It's about asking: What makes someone worthy of power? And what do they become when they finally have it? POWER ON invites readers to follow Juichi and his companions not just on a journey across landscapes-but across identity, memory, fate, and choice. And as the winds shift and prophecies stir, one truth becomes clear: This world will not survive unless its forgotten past is brought to light.

Spirit Punch On the Blue Planet, power is measurable-and unforgiving. Omitaru is a young enchanter with an unstable gift: he can unleash overwhelming force at precise moments in time, but every strike drains him to the brink of collapse. Strength alone won't save him. Control is the real challenge. When a chance encounter in the city of Florblanca draws the attention of a dangerous recruiter, Omitaru is pulled into a conflict that threatens both the physical world and the spiritual realm. Alongside a disciplined mage, a hardened mentor, and his loyal dragon companion, he must learn how to survive in a world where power has limits, mistakes have consequences, and growth is never free. Spirit Punch is a progression-driven fantasy where training matters, energy is finite, and victory isn't about who hits hardest-but who can still stand when it's over.

*Original Story* *Strategy shōnen with seinen stakes* "Four rookies. One brutal Seeker Exam. A hard magic system that judges actions. What does it take to seek truth in a world built on lies? The gods wrote the laws. The Arcwheel turns, binding every soul to an endless cycle - live, die, repeat. But the wheel is cracking, and something ancient stirs beneath the waves. Kai Xander was meant to be a footnote in history - another nameless orphan swallowed by the ruins of a dead age. But Kai doesn't know how to stop, armed with a flame that heals instead of destroys, hunted by monsters, fanatics, and false gods, he sets out across a shattered world to find the truth buried at its heart. In a realm where knowledge is power and faith is weaponized, one stubborn Seeker will defy fate, question divinity, and light a fire that even the abyss can't swallow. Slow-burn character and system build until the Trial by Mercy-then Ryōiki(domain) duels and war arcs kick off. Seeker's Codex: Beyond the Abyssal Line Copyright © Hazzybae (HennessyTheAuthor), 2025. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced, stored, or transmitted in any form without prior written permission. You do not have permission to scrape, text-mine, or use this work to train or improve any AI system or dataset. This is a work of fiction; any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, is coincidental. Official channels: Royal Road, Wattpad, WebNovel, and Scribble Hub. DMCA/Permissions: [earland12@gmail.com]

In a world where your "Awakening" defines your worth, Alex Kane was branded a joke. The System gave him the highest rank in history-SSS-but gifted him the lowliest profession: Scavenger. Betrayed by the "elites" and left for dead in a mutated dungeon, Alex discovers the true nature of his power. He doesn't just pick up trash; he strips the essence of the world. Broken swords become mythic blades. Dead monsters become permanent stat boosts. Even the skills of his enemies aren't safe from his grasp. From the filth of the slums to the pinnacle of the God-realms, Alex Kane will prove that in a world of heroes and monsters, the one who takes everything is king. "You call it trash? I call it my throne."

"I Died in the Beta and Woke Up in the Game on Launch Day" βテストで死んだ俺は、正式サービス初日にゲームの中で目を覚ました (Beta tesuto de shinda ore wa, seishiki sābisu shonichi ni gēmu no naka de me o sameta)

From a young age, Valker knew the cruelest side of the world. Beatings, shouting, and hatred were part of his daily life - his parents despised him, and school was no refuge, only another hell filled with bullying and pain. Yet, amidst the darkness, one light remained: the teachings of his grandfather Alaker, a wise man who taught him to stand tall... and never give up. At sixteen, Valker made a desperate choice - to run away from home. What he didn't know was that this decision would open the door to a fate no human should ever face.

Life was never the same since the pandemic for Maya. She broke up with her boyfriend, became distant from family, and now lived in a tiny studio apartment doing the same routine work for measly pay. The only ember of light in her terrible life was her favorite video game, Synthetic God, into which she had poured her heart and soul for the last two years. So much so, one could say she was the most powerful character in the game. So, when she found herself in the body of her character, she was ecstatic to say the least. However, the feeling didn't last long, for the world of Synthetic God is divided into two: one ruled by the Order of Gods and the other by the Institution of Mankind. Neither of them like powerful individuals. It just so happens that Maya chose a class that is hated by both factions. Within the rules of the game, Maya was just another character who played a role in the story. But now embodying the character whom she loved so dearly, her powers rivalled those who sat atop the hierarchy, and the gods do not like being challenged. While her journey is fraught with danger, Maya's true battle is on the inside. Burdened by the memories of her past and the events of the present, her two worlds collide. Amidst the chaos, Maya must confront herself or else risk becoming a husk of her former self. Chapter 5 days a week. Every Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Fri

The Grind is the greatest show in the Galaxy: Nine Circles of blood, money and death. Beatrix Aliger has thirty days. Thirty days to find 800,000 credits for her brother's life-saving surgery, or watch the only family she has left die. In the depths of an abandoned starship, she finds a solution: The Dreadnought Protocol. It's not just a piece of tech; it's a military AI that rewrites biology, optimizing the host for maximum violence. It's powerful, experimental, and it eats its user's lifespan for fuel. With no other options, Beatrix installs the cyber parasite and enters the First Circle of The Grind, the galaxy's most brutal underground tournament. The Grind isn't just a fight club. It's a massive deadly spectacle of professional fighters with technological enhancements backed with teams trying to hack their rivals systems: The UFC meets F1 in a dystopian future. To save her brother, she has to outsmart seasoned killers and navigate a game rigged by the criminal Clans. But as the AI whispers tactical solutions in her mind and her humanity begins to strip away, Beatrix realizes the arena isn't the only thing trying to kill her. She has to win before the Protocol consumes her. WHAT TO EXPECT: Hunger's Game meets Ghost in the Shell meets Gladiator ✅ Humans powered by AI and Nanotech (your body has an operative system) ✅ Found family messy team dynamics (No one is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes.) ✅ Physical fights with digital team warfare (Fighting and hacking at the same time) ✅ Body horror that escalates (slow corruption, turning into monsters) ✅ Moral complexity with impossible decisions (Am I the bad guy?) ✅ Character-driven plot (relationships drive decisions drive action) ✅ Tragedy, conflict, drama (No cozy stuff here) ✅ Posting three days a week: Mon - Wed - Fri (Not burning out. I'm here for the long run)

In the deepest shadows of the ruins, survival is the only currency. Kyro has spent his life as a ghost in the system insignificant and overlooked. But within him slumbers a storm, a chaotic energy that defies the laws of this world. When forced into the brutal ranks of an elite organization, he quickly realizes His power is not a gift, but a target. To avoid being crushed, he must learn to master the chaos in his blood. For he is not a pawn in their war. He is the glitch in the system that could bring it all crashing down.

Luna was raised in the Elysian faith to believe that maiaaks are monsters that threaten humanity and must be destroyed. When she is ordered to escort a maiaak prisoner named Lyzal to Athanasia to face judgement, she obeys. But early in the journey, Luna encounters another maiaak, named Saros, and hesitates to kill him. Her compassion leads to a reluctant alliance, bringing him into their already tense group. As the three travel across the countryside, they notice shadows moving and strange light that feels more like judgment than safety. These haunting forces seem drawn to conflict and fear, stalking their every step and complicating the already dangerous mission. They also learn that these forces aren't the only things that haunt the living and that there are darker secrets in the world that even maiaaks fear. By the time they reach Athanasia, Luna's purpose has changed. She carries the truth she has witnessed and seeks answers from the Solarch himself. But the closer she gets to the heart of her faith, the darker things become. She questions whether Elysian is truly guiding humanity, or if the Solarch's vision for humanity may be far more monstrous than the maiaaks she was taught to fear.

Adam awoke in a strange and gloomy supernatural world. Thankfully there were others who awakened to this desolate world as well. He won't have to survive on his own. But Adam found himself in possession of an incredible ability, he could duplicate anything he could get his hands on. Adam realized he could have an endless supply of food, water, and even ... magical abilities?