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The Curious Adventure

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Reads 340
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Parts 14
Time 2h 32m

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Ellowyn and her stepfather, Dr. Edward Von Heikenroter, put the island of Fairburg on the map. Their little shop on Main Street specializing in the creation, and maintenance, of fully functional mechanical limbs, restored the livelihood of war veterans and factory accident survivors alike. But when Everett Greene, owner of a local greenhouse, presents the pair with an artificial limb built with a level of technology far beyond anything they've seen before, Dr. Von Heikenroter disappears. Ellowyn and Everett pick up the trail he left off and discover that under Fairburg's idyllic exterior nothing is as it seems.All Rights Reserved

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A Cog In The Machine | ONC 2021 by veelozada

Frank is a clock mechanic, set out to replace a broken loop in 2018, but when Luz, the friend he shouldn't have made sees more than she should've, the simple tasks he was given turns into a mission to save the world. * The world doesn't live on because of the "save the Earth" attempts humans make on yearly basis. The petitions and events do nothing more than lazily cover the broken existence that is their planet. And you can't fix a detrimental problem with duct tape. This is where clock mechanics thrive. Created by the overlords of the galaxy, "Cogs," as they're called, are sent out to various planets to repair the clockwork system running the planet. Of course, Earth has more Cogs on its roster than any other world. Frank has been assigned to Earth. As a newly employed Cog, his task is simple: repair the year 2018. But he's young, lonely, and makes a friend. And his friend, Luz, seems to see more than she should. No one outside of the galaxy's employment is supposed to see the clockwork system. And with the secret out in the air, sitting on her lips, Frank must decide: Keep her quiet. Or save the world. * ⭐ ONC 2021 1ST ROUND AMBASSADOR'S PICK ⭐ ONC 2021 LONGLIST ⭐ ONC 2021 SHORTLIST #25 in Steampunk ONC prompt #76. Completed rough draft.

The Island's Swansong by TheKnightTrain

The Magic is Gone. Their Universe has been forgotten. The adventures of the engines on the Island of Sodor have captivated generations of children. But as their market success strayed further from the truth, and with the world around the Island changing, the final adventures of the engines of Sodor were lost to history. In a different world, where society has moved on from steam and diesel engines of old, one urban explorer makes a pilgrimage to the lost, deserted Island, hoping uncover what happened to the famous engines. Piecing together what happened in the final days of the Fat Controller's railway, its time to learn what really happened to Thomas and his Friends.

The Strange Case of Wiltshire Manor (ONC 2022) by arkham71

After treating his elderly family friend, Mr. Wiltshire, through a lengthy illness Howard Phillips is surprised to learn that he has been left the Wiltshire Manor. After taking possession of the house he discovers that Mr. Wiltshire was a practitioner of magic, but he is unable to determine to what ends after a cursory investigation. Why was his friend practicing magic? Was it out of mere curiosity or did he have a reason for doing so? Why did Mr. Wiltshire sequester himself in the house library for the last year of his life? Was he on the edge of a major magical discovery or was he simply going mad? Thus begins Howard's investigation into the many secrets of the mysterious Manor and its contents.

Disorder: World of the Wicked by gattheira

Sometime in the near future, a sun storm had hit the earth disabling electronics and infrastructures, a few years after 'the great catastrophe' humanity had regained balance and built societies based upon the old ruins. Adamska Gathwyn was a young veteran who came back home to see that the ruling power had abused his power and his subjects corrupt and stealing from the poor, a revolution runs nigh and someone had apparently put a price for his head on a platter. His journey alongside his comrades starts, but greed, ambition, and betrayal follow closely in their wake.

The Dawn of Malice by RLKietz

In a world where magic and machinery intertwine, Caerus, an outcast and gifted Laresian, embarks on a thrilling journey of self-discovery, friendship, and courage. Set in a realm on the brink of war, Caerus's story unfolds in the midst of political turmoil, ancient secrets, and the clash between different realms and powers. Born with the ability to enhance, strengthen, control, and manipulate his body to aid in battle, Caerus is both feared and ridiculed by the people of Liliosa. But as tensions escalated between his homeland and the Laresian army, he was forced to make the ultimate sacrifice. Luckily, he was saved by an enigmatic gentleman named Lucian - a Laresian defector seeking to topple the corrupted Laresian empire. Their journey takes them from the heart of battle-scarred cities and territorial borders to hidden workshops and train yards. Alongside their struggles, they discover the true meaning of loyalty, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship. In a world where magic, technology, and destiny collide, Caerus's story is one of growth, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of truth. As he confronts his own doubts and confronts the demons of his lineage's past, Caerus must rise above the challenges that threaten to tear his world apart, all while discovering the true potential that lies within him.

Changes in the Wind: Part I - Thomas and the Forgotten Ones by TheMidlandEngine

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Shadow Bands by FrankEEla

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Lightning Seeker by FrennzyChaos

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The Inventor's Son: The Beginning by SBJames

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Oil is thicker than blood by Elmusfire

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A Cog In The Machine | ONC 2021

Frank is a clock mechanic, set out to replace a broken loop in 2018, but when Luz, the friend he shouldn't have made sees more than she should've, the simple tasks he was given turns into a mission to save the world. * The world doesn't live on because of the "save the Earth" attempts humans make on yearly basis. The petitions and events do nothing more than lazily cover the broken existence that is their planet. And you can't fix a detrimental problem with duct tape. This is where clock mechanics thrive. Created by the overlords of the galaxy, "Cogs," as they're called, are sent out to various planets to repair the clockwork system running the planet. Of course, Earth has more Cogs on its roster than any other world. Frank has been assigned to Earth. As a newly employed Cog, his task is simple: repair the year 2018. But he's young, lonely, and makes a friend. And his friend, Luz, seems to see more than she should. No one outside of the galaxy's employment is supposed to see the clockwork system. And with the secret out in the air, sitting on her lips, Frank must decide: Keep her quiet. Or save the world. * ⭐ ONC 2021 1ST ROUND AMBASSADOR'S PICK ⭐ ONC 2021 LONGLIST ⭐ ONC 2021 SHORTLIST #25 in Steampunk ONC prompt #76. Completed rough draft.