Gothicfantasy Stories

Anneliese Grimstone was born to be sacrificed. Promised to a vampire lord she's never met, she breaks the rules, runs away... and pays the price. Betrayed and dragged back, she's made a prisoner of Lord Azarius Ashgrave, the cold, powerful ruler feared by all. He needs her powers. Her family demands her obedience. In a world of lies, power, and obsession, defying him might cost her everything, including her heart.

"Crimson Thrones" She was born a princess of peace. He was crowned a king of war. When two rival kingdoms drown in blood, a marriage is forged to stop it - a union between Y/N of Aureth and Taehyung of Varyn, the ruthless king whose eyes hold both fire and ruin. But beneath the vows and velvet, something ancient stirs - a curse born of love, betrayal, and death. And as their hearts learn to bleed for each other, fate sharpens its blade once more. Because some souls are bound across lifetimes... and some loves are doomed to die in every one of them. Achievements: #2 RoyalMarriage #42 FantasyRomance - out of 52K stories ✨ Tags: #RoyalRomance #FantasyLove #TaehyungFF #DarkRomance #EnemiesToLovers #Reincarnation #Curse #Soulmates #ForbiddenLove #KingxPrincess #Fate #EternalLove #WattpadFantasy

At Eclipsa Arcanum, magic and technology intertwine and secrets cut deeper than spells. Rayne Elara Mortelle, haunted by her family's disgrace and her parents' mysterious deaths, keeps to the shadows of the academy's shifting halls. But when a forbidden experiment hurls her into a wild, dangerous realm, Rayne discovers powers she never imagined-and a love she can't afford to lose. As dark forces close in and reality begins to unravel, Rayne must choose: embrace her legacy, or risk destroying both worlds. One girl. Two worlds. No way back.

In a world where power is everything, Edena never wanted to be part of the war. But when betrayal forces her hand, she's left with two choices-become a pawn, or take control of the game. Ambrose, enigmatic and dangerous, knows more than he lets on, and his secrets could unravel everything she thought she knew-including herself. As alliances blur and ambition takes root, Edena must decide: will she fight for the cause she was given, or carve out her own fate in blood and ruin? Because the kind of names whispered in the dark don't belong in the light. The kind of names that rewrite fate. And once hers is spoken, there's no turning back.

In the shadowed halls of Bloodstone Haven, Silas Thorne lives a life shrouded in mystery. Born from the blood of vampires, he carries a legacy that has isolated him from both the human world and the supernatural realms. Haunted by his father's tragic fate and his mother's thirst for power, Silas has chosen solitude, honing his unique magic in isolation. But all of that changes when he attends the Astral Bodhi Gathering, a convention of magical beings from all walks of life-witches, alchemists, druids, and wizards. Here, Silas finds himself captivated by the diversity of magic and the unity that binds these practitioners. As he demonstrates the powerful harmony that can emerge from blending cultural elements and practices, Silas is introduced to a world of knowledge that transcends his solitary existence. In the midst of this revelation, Silas encounters Liora, a spellbinding woman with a mysterious past and an innate understanding of both light and shadow. Drawn to her spirit and wisdom, Silas begins to question the walls he has built around his heart and his life. As they delve into enchanting conversations about stars, herbs, and the power of intention, Silas realizes he's found a kindred soul-a partner who might finally help him reconcile his dual nature. But powerful forces are stirring in the dark, and as Silas and Liora's connection deepens, they find themselves on the cusp of a destiny that could alter not only their lives but the balance of magic itself. In a world where ancient power and modern intent collide, they must decide whether they will walk their paths alone or risk everything to forge a bond that could change the fate of realms. "Bloodstone Haven" is a tale of magic, heritage, and the courage to open one's heart in a world that fears the unknown. Dive into a story of dark enchantment, where love is a spell that binds even the most solitary of souls.

Two thousand years of vengeance. And Hell still trembles. Valentino Pompeius Magnus was once a proud Roman general. In 33 A.D., the kiss of treachery turned him into something more - an immortal vampire bound to darkness. Immortality was his curse. Vengeance made it his weapon. Cursed by betrayal. Forged in blood. Feared by demons. What began as a curse he despised has become the power he revels in: strength beyond mortal men, an eternal hunt through centuries, and the will to strike terror into Hell itself. Valentino has stalked the shadows and spilled blood - waging an unending war against the demons that infest the world. From ancient temples to medieval battlements to the dark alleys of modern cities, his vengeance has never faltered, his thirst never dimmed. He has become the monster that monsters fear - a soldier of eternity who bends death to his will and meets darkness with darker fury. And now, the hunt burns hotter than ever. Old curses still whisper, infernal pacts still bind, and Valentino sharpens his wrath for the reckoning to come. He is not the prey of his curse - he is its master. Valentine's Vampiric Volumes is a brutal, gothic dark fantasy saga of immortal wrath, demonic horror, and the seductive power of blood. Perfect for fans of Anne Rice, Bram Stoker, and supernatural horror readers who crave their vampires dangerous, vengeful, and unstoppable. Embrace the curse. Fear the general. Enter the eternal war.

[REWRITING] When the sun goes down, the beasts come out. But what happens when the beasts are your fated mates. And they want absolutely nothing to do with you? *** Human hacker Vee Nebuleun never believed in magic, fate, or monsters until one anonymous job drags her into a feud older than the moon. Hunted down by the Dark Warlock Malrik, an immortal who wields forbidden power, Vee is offered one chance to live: steal the Lunar Diadem from his sworn enemy, Endymion, the ruthless King of Werewolves. Caught between claws and curses, Vee becomes the spark neither monster can control. But secrets have bite, and fate is far more dangerous than any beast.

In a world where blood and magic defines worth, Ossian Selwyn, a Pureblood Squib, is given an impossible gift: a wand carved from bone that lets him wield the very power he was denied. As he enters Hogwarts under false pretenses, Ossian must hide his secret, find allies, and confront the many inequalities of the Wizarding World. OR How many Squibs using counterfeit magic does it take to upend the entire political and metaphysical system of the Wizarding World?

W Virelle nie ma już świtu ani zmierzchu. Miasto, ukryte w cieniu swoich własnych ulic, zdaje się żyć własnym rytmem, nieznanym, zagadkowym niczym zawieszony w czasie sen, w którym każdy krok prowadzi donikąd, a jednak nie można się od niego uwolnić. Na tronie, który nie jest już tylko miejscem, gdzie zapadają decyzje, zasiada ktoś, kto nie potrzebuje słów, by wszystko wokół niej uległo zmianie. Jej spojrzenie nie jest groźbą - jest czymś, co wypacza rzeczywistość, sprawiając, że to, co znane, staje się obce. Czasami wystarczy jedno, by miasto zadrżało. Znikają ludzie, ale ich obecność nie zostaje zapomniana - pozostają tylko cienie, które zdają się płynąć po starych murach, jakby coś wciąż ich szukało. Ktoś mówi, że to klątwa, ale w Virelle pytania nie mają odpowiedzi. Przeszłość nie istnieje, a przyszłość to tylko migotanie we mgle, którą nie każdy może przejść. W książkach i zwojach zapisano wszystko, czego nie da się już zmienić, nikt nie odważy się po nie sięgnąć. Bo być może to, co kiedyś było, nie powinno zostać przypomniane. Ktoś, kto przyjdzie tu szukać odpowiedzi, może nigdy ich nie znaleźć. A może, jeśli będzie zbyt odważny, odkryje, że wszystko, co widzi, jest tylko częścią czegoś, co zaczęło się dawno temu, ale nigdy się nie skończyło. Okładkę wykonała: @idylliczna

A twisted parable written for my developing dark fantasy novel, by Nathaniel Steitz 🖤

In the moonlit ballroom of a forgotten castle, Serenya first sees him-the Shadow Lord-watching her with eyes that belong to the night itself. Their fates entwine not in waking hours, but in dreams that grow deeper, darker, and more dangerous with each passing night. Drawn to the castle by whispers of forbidden knowledge, Serenya discovers the truth of the Moonlight's Dagger, a weapon hidden for centuries in its shadowed halls. Forged from silver light and ancient sorcery, it holds the power to break Kael's curse... but at an unthinkable cost. As the boundary between dream and reality unravels, the two are pulled into a labyrinth of haunting secrets, veiled masquerades, and a love that defies the very shape of humanity. To claim their freedom, they must surrender what they were and embrace what they will become-creatures no longer bound by mortal life, but forever touched by moonlight. In the end, the curse will lift, the castle's shadows will fall away, and Serenya and Kael will step into a new life in the village. Not as humans. But as something more.

In "Whispers Beneath the Fairy Tale," familiar stories unravel into haunting journeys through fractured minds and shadowed memories. Each tale peels back the glittering veneer of classic fairy tales to reveal the dark, twisted truths lurking beneath the pain, the fear, and the silence that no happy ending can erase. From a princess trapped in her own mind to a boy climbing a beanstalk made of guilt, these stories explore the fragile line between fantasy and reality, where nightmares wear the mask of legends. Prepare to step beyond the magic... and into the shadows.

Liana, a final-year university student, faces an impossible choice: a mystical raven who once saved her life-or a handsome young man she loves fiercely. Torn between loyalty and love, humanity and the unknown, the weight of the decision tortures Liana and even endangers her life.

A cursed warrior. A forgotten god. A realm ruled by shadows. Kaelen Varros was once a noble knight - until betrayal and execution ended his life. Now, resurrected by Vorrak, a silent god of fire and judgment, he walks again in a world torn by corruption and decay. The land of Kael'Thorne is fractured, ruled by five Dreadmarked overlords who feast on souls and twist the Echoes of the dead to fuel their dominion. Bound to Vorrak and fueled by vengeance, Kaelen discovers the power to command the souls of fallen warriors - but each one takes a toll. As he hunts the monsters who shattered the realm (and his life), he must ask: Is he the world's savior... or its next tyrant? An epic dark fantasy tale of vengeance, corrupted magic, and the rise of an army born from death. Perfect for fans of Shadow of War, The Witcher, and Dark Souls.

Dove Holland is the daughter of a famous painter, and the subject of several portraits that made her father famous. She resents being his muse, and in an attempt to rid the world of one of the portraits, learns his success was not due to his skill, but a demonic pact: each painting hosts a powerful, vengeful entity, in exchange that all who behold the painting will adore it. Can she take back her likeness once it's been immortalized by art-and by immortal beings? (Really not sure if I'll continue this story but I wanted to share what I got so far c: )

An Atmospheric Dark Fantasy of Language, Memory, and Becoming In a fortress carved from ancient bone and built to contain the un-containable, a boy named Thom is marked by the curse feared above all others: the Mouth. He arrives at the Bastion-a place where wolf-blooded are broken, remade, or buried-expecting training, exile, maybe death. But what he finds is worse. The Bastion doesn't just hold danger. It repeats it. The same names. The same rites. The same patterns. And somewhere beneath the stone and marrow lies a voice older than god or monster: unfinished, recursive, hungry. As the bones beneath the fortress begin to stir, and the glyphs start rewriting themselves, Thom must decide whether he will become the vessel the Bastion demands... or the sentence that ends it. A lyrical and slow-burning dark fantasy told in breath and fracture, Wolfsbane in Winter explores language as prison, ritual as recursion, and silence as liberation. Some stories are not told. They are remembered. And some should never be spoken twice.

Somewhere beyond time, a library keeps the futures we chose to forget. Aurellia Vale was never supposed to remember. Haunted by dreams of fire and a brother she can no longer prove existed, seventeen-year-old Aurellia lives a quiet life in the city of Penumbra-until a mysterious letter summons her to a place outside reality: the Library of Forgotten Tomorrows. There, every book holds a life that could have been-a version of someone else she might have become, or someone she's already lost. As Aurellia is drawn deeper into the Library's infinite shelves and the veiled truths hidden within, she begins to unravel a secret buried in the fabric of time: her brother's death wasn't an accident... and she may be the only one who can rewrite what was meant to burn. But some futures don't want to be remembered. And the Library is watching.

In The Kingdom Of Virelia Obedience Isn't a virtue- It's Law

Lucien Devereaux is a master of seduction, a manipulator of hearts and minds, and a man who has never lost a game of power. In the grand city of Ebonveil, where vampires, werewolves, and elves walk among the elite, Lucien thrives in the shadows-until he meets her. She is unlike any he has ever encountered-mysterious, untouchable, and completely unimpressed by his charms. When she leaves him with a cryptic message and disappears into the night, Lucien finds himself drawn into a web of secrets far older and more dangerous than his own ambitions. Soon, whispers of The Council-the unseen rulers of the supernatural world-begin to surface. The invitation to the Obsidian Spire is more than just a meeting; it's a challenge. A warning. A test of his very existence. As Lucien delves deeper into the mystery, he must decide: is this just another game to win, or has he finally met the one opponent who can beat him at his own craft? In a world of eternal players, forbidden power, and deadly seduction, Lucien is about to discover that some games are far more dangerous than they seem. And in the end, it may not be his game at all.

In the cursed region of Evia, where forests bleed and villages pray to gods that never answer, there lies a town forever marked by tragedy: Vaneka. For generations, supernatural creatures -lunar vampires, mud witches, werewolves, and ancient horrors- have ravaged its fields, consumed its prayers, and drained its history of hope. But now, someone walks among the bones. A woman. A hunter. A curse made flesh. Damira Jerovic, also called Damara, Damar, Damaris, Damra... She is Vaneka's final answer. Skin pale as porcelain. Eyes red as cursed embers. Hair as black as a falling shadow. And a rifle loaded with redemption. They call her the Vampireya, but she is neither saint nor monster- Damira is the blade that cuts the impossible. Surrounded by a forest teeming with enemies -the Malkian, the cosmic entity Zoryax, and the obsessive werewolf Valmor Luarcão- and a village that fears her more than it fears its own executioners, Damira becomes myth, weapon, and ruin. This book contains elegies, poetic visions, dark tales, and the testament of a woman who does not fight for glory... but because no one else will. A gothic horror story of cursed love, impossible redemption, and obsessions that leave no survivors. A cross soaked in blood. A scream Vaneka never dared to voice.