Folklore Stories

𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘧 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘶𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, 𝘴𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦. alex morgan x fem!oc (unedited) warning: english is not my first language

"Takkan Melayu Hilang di Dunia." It was never a promise. It was a warning. Five hundred years ago, Admiral Hang Tuah struck a deal with the land to stop an invasion. He didn't save Melaka; he quarantined it. Now, the quarantine is breaking. In modern-day Kuala Lumpur, Jacob Iskandar walks the line between the living and the Unwritten. By day, he saves lives as a paramedic. By night, he hunts the Jerebu-spirits of Silence that turn victims into hollow sketches of themselves. But Jacob is leaking. The golden power of the Laksamana is too vast for one body, and it is killing him. Enter Eddie Renzo. A firefighter with the blood of the Dayak headhunters and bones that ring like iron. He is the Grounding Wire to Jacob's lightning. When a corrupt branch of the Spiritual Bureaucracy (The Diwan) attempts to "Sanitize" Eddie's son to balance their ledger, the two men shatter the rules. From the neon-lit streets of Bukit Bintang to the ancient, whispering rivers of the Borneo Ulu, they must race to find the lost forge of the Taming Sari. If they fail, the history of the peninsula will be wiped clean. If they succeed, they become the very monsters they swore to fight. Welcome to the Diwan. Please take a number. Your existence is under audit.

Hatsuki had been searching for answers for her whole life. When she had met the fiery haired fae a couple years ago, she had gotten some clarification. However, in some cruel twist of fate, balance had to be kept. In order to do it, it seemed one answer only gave more questions. In an attempt to put the pieces together, she had followed her closest friends beyond the veil. What she hadn't been looking for, was the end of the world. But now, it seemed the more she found, the more she couldn't sit idly by. After all, if she was the only one who could see it, who else would have reason to step up? Still, would she be able to do it in time? Or would she be unable to solve the puzzle before time ran out?

The fragile space between the ordinary and the unexplainable- where a passing shadow lingers too long, a stranger knows your secrets, and familiar places turn quietly hostile. Each story explores true events my near and dear ones encountered and I got to know from their mouths. A moment of crossing: a step taken at the wrong hour, a voice heard when no one is there, a choice that cannot be undone. The characters who wander into these pages are ordinary people- until they find themselves standing at the threshold of something vast, watchful, and unknowable. Not all encounters leave you unchanged. And not everyone returns.

Born to the immortal, fickle aes sídhe, Lorcán Ó Miach pays little heed to the turning world around him. His only concern is a strange, nagging boredom that follows him like a second shadow. So when a mortal child stumbles upon the home he and his two brothers share, he delights in the chance to learn about the odd girl. But humans are fearful, delicate creatures, and they are not the same. Careless, selfish, and perhaps broken, Lorcán must confront his very nature. The line between good and evil is a blurred one; if he cannot decide which path to walk, he will lose the only thing he holds dear-his family. ☽❇☾ ~ Standalone prequel to The Sun Sídhe (same world, different characters!) ~ ONC 2026 entry | prompt 46

A fairy-tale-esque short story, which deliberately adopts folklore-like writing, using personified cosmic forces to explore love as mutual illumination rather than possession.

In the land of Anneth, four unlikely companions are driven from their homes when a ruthless warlord seizes the throne of a neighbouring realm. They must find the Plasen - a sacred sun-disc forged by a sisterhood from a mysterious metal, said to restore order to the world of Dor. Meanwhile, the usurper and his cursed army are determined to stop them at any cost. Only together can they make the perilous quest to save everything they hold dear, and win back their home .

"They can change your name... your face... even the life you're living now...but broken promises don't fade. You said we were forever, and you left me behind. Run as far as you want... I will always find my way back to you." Inspired by traditional Hmong folklore, this story follows two lovers who were never meant to be together. They planned to leave the world side by side... until one betrayed the promise and fled, leaving the other to die alone - only to return later, searching for the one who escaped.

{ HEAVILY INSPIRED BY PJO! } - SHORT STORY - Everyone knows mythology/folklore, it's something that's always brought people together. Though something people don't know is that some of these powerful creatures pick descendants to wield fragments of their power. But also for those descendants to discover new adventures as warriors of the divine beasts, if they can take on the challenges that come with being a warrior.. The warriors not only struggle with the weight of the mythical beasts, but also their own life obstacles.. (academy, relationships, self identity, etc.) ⚠️This book contains; Rude language, Fight scenes, LGBTQ themes • IF THESE TRIGGER PLEASE CLICK OFF THANK YOU!! HOPE YOU ENJOY! <3

James Hill is an ordinary 20-something Yalie. While incredibly book smart, he has to work two jobs during the summer and maintain his Internet presence to earn enough money for surviving. Well-known in both online writing and video creation communities, his reputation has been somewhat tainted by various incidents - from his own arrogance to a messy set of affairs involving a pair of rivals named Augusta and Betty. Still, James has been getting by relatively well. Then Lacy comes in. Lacy has a crush on James. She is also everything he hates. She's spirited and eclectic and unfiltered. She wants to make it somewhere in content creation - whether that's in music or writing. And she won't change who she is at heart just to fit in with her publication mutuals. Thus, James seizes this opportunity to sabotage Lacy's prospects. But it won't be all fun and games... (While there are unreliable tabloid rumors about the identity of Olivia Rodrigo's Lacy, my story is not intended to replicate true events - be they those of her or me. My story is also only very loosely inspired by Taylor Swift's Folklore love triangle and the former, so do not expect a lot of similarities).

After escaping multiple executions for unspeakable crimes, the embodiment of pure twisted evil, the abomination that only brings about utter desolation, Bao Si decides to continue her reign of terror by boarding the tenth envoy of the Tang Dynasty. A ship captained by ill-fated Abe no Nakamora, whose kind, loving and compassionate nature, would prove to be his most vile trait. As it is that very good-hearted nature, that was to blame for the demise of his entire crew and for the thousands of innocent people in the years to come. As it is he, who allowed the most diabolical, psychopathic, and sinister being of all time, to venture to his homeland, where she shall forever etch her name into the proud history of Japan.

Long ago, there were 12 Alphas that each led the world to prosperity. However, a tragedy happened. The Alpha of Everlasting Snow Moon, who was also known as The Queen of Olympus killed the remaining Alphas. As a curse for herself, she lived her life eternally being imprisoned by the memories and the past she had. As years, decades, and centuries went by, a new world was created, now led by The Four Leaders of The Empire. Behind those glorious praises for the Four leaders, lived a mysterious woman behind the curtains, maintaining almost all the Kingdoms. The "Master" of all. Yet one night, she mysteriously disappeared. In the countryside of the enormous and lively Empire lived Elyse's family. One night, her family was mysteriously killed by a group of bandits. The death of Elyse's parents makes her life twist unexpectedly as she is saved by the 4th Leader of the Empire, Maria. Elyse then, was then given a mission to attend The Academy, where it is believed that their Master has hidden for the condition to save her family. Along the way, connections and bonds will be shared, and memories will again be remembered. However, the past lies that once folded with each fate being shackled one by one, only to be discovered and unchained by a descendant that everyone hated. It seems fate is cruel to those who were abandoned and betrayed, as they will cross paths again and retrace their memories of the past along to the present, for the future. However, a question arises: Is she ready to know the erased truth of a centuries-old history? Former Title: Regression, The Binding Fates IMPORTANT NOTE: * This is the revised version. * This story has also been posted to another website. If you find this story familiar somewhere along the sites, please do support my story!

Ben and his mute sister Saoirse live with their father Conor in a lighthouse, haunted by the mysterious disappearance of their mother Bronagh. When Saoirse discovers a magical coat that transforms her into a seal, Tad (the Song of the sea) reveals her as the last remaining 'seal-child' Through haunting flashbacks, we learn that after Mac Lir's ancient curse turned emotions to stone, the selkie people were systematically hunted to near-extinction. Bronagh, the sole survivor carrying the weight of her lost culture, has been living in hiding as a seal, watching over her children from afar while being pursued by Macha's brother, Kai, who seeks to eliminate the final selkie bloodlines When a comedic seagull urges Ben to help Saoirse find her people, a manipulative wolf tricks them into Macha's trap. Saoirse's journey becomes one of recognition when she encounters a mysterious seal who moves with haunting familiarity - slowly realizing it's Bronagh, her mother, who has been protecting her all along. As the last selkie, Saoirse must find the courage to sing the ancient song that will free both the cursed spirits and restore her grief-stricken family. It's a story about cultural survival, generational trauma, and a daughter's power to heal what was broken - not just in an entire lost civilization, her relationship with her brother. 2025 adaptation of the award-winning animated film, based on Tomm Moore's folklore trilogy.

Three teenagers in the 1940s, tied together by an invisible string that will intertwine their stories for the foreseeable future. Stories long lost to folklore shall now be told for evermore. James, the school's biggest dreamboat. His life is perfect. He's handsome, he has a good friend group, and a perfect home life. Every girl wants him, but his eyes are only set on Betty, the love of his life since the first time he saw her. That is, until a new girl comes into his life. She changes everything for him, and he knows he'll have to choose eventually, he can feel August slipping away, only a moment in time. Who will James choose? Betty, quiet to most, but quite talkative to those she love. Growing up in an abusive home, she is not quick to trust others, having a small but tight-knit friend group. James may have loved her from the moment they met, but Betty loved him ferociously from when she fell. However, when someone new comes into the picture, their relationship is tested. Will James and Betty become another story lost to folklore, or shall they remain together for evermore like they dreamed? Augustine, the new girl in town. Growing up in upstate New York and having to move to Pennsylvania, she is not thrilled about this new journey, especially when she finds out she'll be enrolled in a Catholic private school instead of the public school in her new town. But when she meets James, her life flips upside down. He may have a girlfriend, but Augustine knows that they were made for each other. James has to choose her, right?

Genre: Romance, Smut, Fluff, Adventure, Humor This story collection features a range of Taylor Alison Swift-themed imaginations and one-shots. From heartfelt romance to steamy encounters, tender moments of fluff to daring adventures, and even a touch of humor. The stories weave together themes of love, desire, and unexpected twists, capturing your imagination in a unique and captivating narrative. For those who love Taylor Alison Swift, this book brings the excitement of her artistry to life in a unique way. Join T.A. Swift as she takes you on a journey of imagination and storytelling, weaving a web of emotions and experiences that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to be swept away in the magical world of Taylor Alison Swift's world.

A quiet story where nothing breaks - and yet everything shifts. On a calm street, ordinary days begin to feel slightly wrong. Bodies react, objects change, and care slowly turns into responsibility. No one announces the impossible - it simply takes root. This is a slow, uncanny novel about liminal states, fragile trust, and the moment when something unfamiliar becomes impossible to ignore.

ආත්ම ගාණකට පස්සේ මාව ආයෙම මනුස්සයෙක් කළේ උඹගෙ ඔය ආදරේ...

Just some random Taylor swift one shots. Some of them Travis may be present some he may not, some she may have kids and some she may not. All depends on what the one shot is. Please leave your requests in comments and I will do my best to write it however I do have limits on what I will write when it comes to certain requests. Enjoy

Ryazan, one of the grandest cities in all Rus', lays along the war path of ten thousand Tatar warriors eager to seize the spoils of a short-fought campaign: the women of the city and gold from its treasury. Having set up camp on the riverbank outside the city, they await a reply from the envoys of Grand Prince Yuriy. As the Grand Prince deliberates, his brothers both caution and council him. If Ryazan falls, the rest of Rus' may be next ─ an outcome his people grow ever more wary of, turning to priests and heretics alike as rumor and fear run rampant inside the city walls. Finally left untended, the Polovtsian princess Yanay, conquered once before, now belonging to one of the Grand Prince's brothers, quietly observes these developments. She prays to her old gods when she can, and aligns herself with a young Tatar captive and soon-to-be deposed priest, all the while secretly seeking her freedom and revenge. ──────── ☽ ◯ ☾ ──────── A retelling of the Siege of Ryazan complete with rageful women and warrior princes; gods both kind and cunning; and sin aplenty. Copyright © 2026 Elle Chaika Open Novella Contest 2026 | Prompt No. 45

On his thirteenth birthday, Finn Madden escapes his bleak Irish foster home to study at the Grove Academy in Tír na nDraoi, a magical dimension rooted in Celtic mythology. He quickly discovers he is a Weaver, capable of manipulating Aether, the fundamental life-force threading through all matter, and the last surviving Guardian of the Western Waters, a bloodline sworn to protect the legendary Cauldron of Rebirth. !! Story completed offline. Updates twice weekly (Tuesdays & Fridays) !! Feel free to send your feedback directly to dmn.writes@proton.me