Steampunk Stories

There is no night in the Everburning City. There can never be. ***** For four hundred years the Everburning City has withstood the advance of the life-strangling fog known as the Gloam. Its walls have held back five invasions, but on the eve of the sixth, the city's inhabitants know things have changed. Golems are coming out of the mist, and the bodies of the dead are rising at the Gloam's bidding. The city's last and most desperate line of defence comes in the form of the Crafters, individuals who can channel the power of fire, though they risk their sanity each time they do. The brightest of these valiant heroes are Tabitha a'Loria and her apprentice Gerald Reath. Risking their lives, they mount their airships, determined to save the last bastion of humanity - the Everburning City. [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

All roads lead to Carcosa. A hunter who cannot find her way. A gunslinger who trades in secrets. A scholar who chases forbidden knowledge. A man who should never have been given life. Each path twists through fire, shadow, and hidden truths, drawing them toward a place beyond conception. Carcosa waits patiently as the twin suns sink beneath its black lake, and whispers ride the wind. In the end, all roads lead to Carcosa.

A storm god approaches and destiny follows with him. While the rest of medieval Karnassis is ushered into the industrial age by the outlanders of the Öd, the humble island of Dyma clings to the past. They prepare for a time honored tradition -- the arrival of the Silent Chorus, a divine tempest crafted by Zoreus, the great eidolon of storms. But little do its people know, more than a god is coming to their shores. Mylo has never wanted to leave his island. But with his sister gone and a bond to a demigod accidentally forced upon him, his love of Dyma will be tested, as well as his fear of the world. Verana is leaving Dyma behind to become a powerful summoner, with ambitions to defeat the king and rule all Karnassis in his place. But her brother's shadow still lingers on her, threatening to turn those ambitions to a darker purpose. And a cowardly outlander named Claude hides a devastating secret. And if revealed, it could spell destruction for all Karnassis. When these fates intertwine, events will be set in motion that will change the Etherea forevermore. Cover Art by Amrin A. Sloat

A story about vampires and vampire-hunters set in a steampunk world.

Maddox Sterling is the daughter of a world renowned inventor and like father like daughter she's trying to make a name for herself in the world of gizmos and gadgets.Upon meeting the quirky inventor and her mechanical friends the straw hat crew decides that she'll fit right in with their odd lot as she has her own dreams to live for. Begins after the Straw Hat Crew narrowly escapes G-8 (Music is probably going to be completely random... though I'm going to try and match it... but i'll probably get sidetracked and it'll end up random)

The sky has stopped bleeding, but the Regime is always hungry. Across the nation of Geordyne, the "Fourteeners" are being harvested. They are the brightest young minds of a crumbling world-the inventors, the rebels and the forgotten-and they are Marshal Cadoc's most-feared threat. From the soot-choked alleys of Castlefye to the glistening dunes of Onaaba, all the way to the frozen forest of Indigo Steep, an unspoken pact is in motion. For Owen and Bryn, it begins with a mysterious carriage manned by a lanky giant. For others, the path to sanctuary is paved with lights and shadows. Plucked from their lives by fate or by force, this disparate group is thrust into a world of trials and a secret academy hidden beyond the maps. But the Yorne Academy of Life is more than a refuge. It is a forge for a revolution. These are the chronicles of the pupils who were never supposed to disembark. A small army of progress in a world that wants them silent. The gears are turning. The tide is rising. And the Gooubs are in formation. Are you brave enough to be lost?

In Aetherion, a floating city ruled by gears and ritual, time never slips-until it does. When a young man finds a hidden artifact that shouldn't exist, the city's old paths begin to shift. Maps rewrite, doors awaken, and the clock that once kept order now demands proof of worth. But when the city deems him 'unsuitable,' his true journey begins-not to fix Aetherion, but to listen to what the sky forgot.

Editorial in the "Backlund Messenger" Special Edition - An unpublished manuscript. "Welcome to Backlund, where the air tastes of coal and secrets taste of blood. Here, we do not fear dragons or Dementors. We fear Printer's Ink. If Hogwarts is an ivory tower, then Backlund is a machine designed to grind down humanity. The Press-the Fourth Estate-has ascended the throne. Typewriters clatter to the rhythm of war. Front-page headlines carry more lethality than a Killing Curse. 'The Lucky One' Tristan enters this labyrinth not as a wizard, but as a target. Beneath the suffocating smog of this industrial city, gentlemen in tailored suits are shaking hands with devils. Truth is distorted, honor is auctioned off, and justice is nothing more than a luxury commodity. Tristan must learn to fight not with spells, but with information. To use lies as a shield against lies. To sow seeds of terror through whispers and rumors. The enemy remains faceless. He lurks behind the morning papers, watching with a cold smile as society collapses according to his script. In the mists of Backlund, he who holds the pen, holds Destiny. And be warned: by tomorrow morning, the name appearing in the Obituaries... might just be your own."

In a world where rumors whisper of a cult that can speak to dogs, Liam and his friends embark on a dangerous quest to uncover the truth behind the Whispering Pines. Their journey leads them to Elara, a mysterious girl with hidden connections, who guides them into the heart of a hidden, steampunk-infused city. But as they delve deeper, they discover that the cult's secrets are far more complex-and perilous-than they ever imagined. Can they unravel the mysteries before it's too late, or will they become entangled in the cult's enigmatic web? #mystery #drama #romance #lgbtq #suspense

Salt, vinegar, everything sinister, a signal, a mad scientist and three marginals. That is all it takes to make villains. In a world shattered from the inside, where everyone seems to be under the control of the signal Tower and escape the reality, Berserk, Brat and Brute try to find their own way, dealing with their fights and their goals. Because a person is whole universe. Tw: childhood traumas, eating disorders, mutilation... (If you want to understand the lore go read The PowerPuff Girls, not really necessary, but can be useful) The characters don't belong to me, but to Craig McCracken neither the cover (IG: Racketballs). The world building is inspired from Little nightmares. I apologize in advance for the mistakes and grammatical errors. I'm not an English speaker.

The Kingdom of the Philippines stands as the jewel of the Estilian Empire, a beacon of prosperity and strength that shimmers through the ages with thriving trade, advanced technology, and unmatched military might. Emerging victorious in its struggle for independence in 1821, the archipelago united under the divine rule of the Estilio dynasty, whose wisdom and courage have long guided its citizens. Now a sprawling empire that extends far beyond the Orient to the reaches of mainland Asia and distant territories, the Kingdom presides over a golden age known as the Pax Filipina. But all golden ages must end, and cracks are beginning to form beneath the surface of its grand facade. Whispers of rebellion, political intrigue, and external threats threaten to unravel the hard-won peace. In the midst of these turbulent times, we follow the story of Anastacio, a sharp-witted but elusive commoner who carries a mysterious past and secrets he dares not share. A chance encounter on the bustling airship docks pulls him into the orbit of the Imperial Princess Sampaguita, a spirited royal burdened by the weight of duty and expectations. As the two navigate a world of towering airships, clanking automata, and political machinations, they find themselves embroiled in events that could decide the fate of the empire. Will Anastacio rise above his past to confront his destiny? Can Sampaguita reconcile her personal desires with the needs of the empire? Together, they must navigate a labyrinth of conspiracies, alliances, and betrayals that could change their very destinies.

Excerpt from the cancelled speech of Barty Crouch Sr. "The fire has been lit, yet it burns not in crimson or gold. It wears the melancholic violet of the Wisteria. Forget the Triwizard Tournament. Forget the glory of a single champion. The Goblet of Fire has been 'contaminated'. It seeks not the best. It demands a sacrifice. Nine names. Nine fates. Nine roads leading to hell. Wisteria blooms upon the walls of Hogwarts, not for decoration, but to strangle. Every petal is an illusion, every vine a chain binding the mind. This is no longer a sporting event. This is an ancient summoning ritual, masked by the cheers of a fanatical crowd. Tristan stands in the arena, surrounded by eight enemies-or perhaps, eight victims. Those from the frozen North, those carrying Veela blood, and those bearing the breath of mysterious forces from beyond the veil. The roar of the stands drowns out the scream of reason. They do not know that when the final Wisteria blossom opens, the real game begins. The vortex of calamity has opened. And this time, no referee can save you."

Jareth Coppersmith and Pol Flynt have one thing in common. They kill for a living. One works for GAME, the powerful Guild of Airship Mechanics and Engineers and the other, for the Royal Spymaster. But what happens when they are unknowingly sent on the same secret mission? At best they are rivals, at worst, mortal enemies. SciFi / Thriller/ Steampunk/ LGBT

Una chica se convierte en la amiga de los bros

When a cursed bangle binds Sea Drifter Ninnette to a dangerous demon, she only has three days to break the curse before it claims her life. °:•.🪸.•:° Ninnette is a Sea Drifter with the power to command water, dredging shipwrecks, and salvaging lost treasure. When she braves a sunken ship no one else dares to dive, she finds a strange clockwork bangle that binds her to an ancient curse and to the infuriating Kazi, a demon who leaves destruction wherever he goes. The moment the bangle is activated, they are hunted by a secret order led by a relentless Priestess who believes the armlet is a key to something far greater than treasure. But the true danger isn't the order. It isn't the demon Kazi. It's the curse. When Ninnette puts on the bangle, a countdown begins. If she doesn't break the curse in three days, she will die like every wearer before her. °:•.🪸.•:° She commands the sea. He is a demon who has lived for centuries. They are both bound by a curse. Only three days to survive. °:•.🪸.•:° Set in a Maritime Steampunk world, and inspired by Filipino cultures, from Spanish influence to the seafaring Sama-Bajau. This story weaves dangerous magic, high stakes, and heart-aching romance. °:•.🪸.•:° ONC 2025 Honorable Mention °:•.🪸.•:° Romantasy High Fantasy Fantasy Adventure SciFi Steampunk Fantasci Young Adult

In a city of machinations, Jazelle doesn't fit. A simple mechanic in the industrial rot of Sun-Downe, Jazelle is content with a life of grease and silence. But when a fugitive brings her an impossible object to fix, her quiet sanctuary becomes a target. With her estranged sister resurfacing and the government closing in, Jazelle must choose between the safety of her workshop and a truth she can no longer outrun.

With the rising tide of steam power and machinery, who can come close to being a Beyonder? Shrouded in the fog of history and darkness, who or what is the lurking evil that murmurs into our ears? Waking up to be faced with a string of mysteries, Zhou Mingrui finds himself reincarnated as Klein Moretti in an alternate Victorian era world where he sees a world filled with machinery, cannons, dreadnoughts, airships, difference machines, as well as Potions, Divination, Hexes, Tarot Cards, Sealed Artifacts... The Light continues to shine but mystery has never gone far. Follow Klein as he finds himself entangled with the Churches of the world-both orthodox and unorthodox-while he slowly develops newfound powers thanks to the Beyonder potions. Like the corresponding tarot card, The Fool, which is numbered 0-a number of unlimited potential-this is the legend of "The Fool." . . . Warning: I take zero credit for anything in this story including the translation of said story, the story belongs to one; cuddlefish who likes diving. I am just posting the books and chapters of the stories because I find the series interesting and I will be reading along side you as I continue to post. On the subject of posting idk if I'm allowed to do so but will anyways until told otherwise and the posting schedule will be mostly random and when I have the time to do so, please don't ask for more to many times or else I will stop doing so for a while, that is all please enjoy Reading the story.

This will be FullMetal Alchemist but Steampunk instead.

In the smoke-choked nation of Lusena, survival is the only dream the poor are allowed to have. Juan Barrion Veyra is no hero-just a factory worker, a gambler, and a man running from his past. When a failed heist unleashes a brutal manhunt across the city, Juan is dragged into a war he never chose, crossing paths with Dahlia Soleyna, a dangerous thief hiding secrets of her own. As gangs hunt, corporations tighten their grip, and soldiers turn streets into graves, something ancient begins to stir-something that should never have been found. Bound by fear, loss, and impossible choices, Juan and Dahlia are forced to fight not just the world closing in on them, but the slow corrosion of who they are becoming. Power whispers. Loyalty fractures. Love becomes both a weapon and a weakness. Blood Prayer Before Death is a dark Filipino-inspired steampunk fantasy about revolution, betrayal, and the terrifying cost of power-where survival demands sacrifice, and the line between hero and monster is written in blood. Because in Lusena, you don't pray for life. You pray before death.

Aurelia finds herself trapped in a life that drains her spirit-her demanding job, a rebellious daughter, and a mother slipping into the abyss of her own mind. Fueled by the desperate desire to escape to the capital city, Aurelia's mundane existence takes an unexpected turn when a latent power awakens within her. As she grapples with newfound abilities, a mysterious force from her family's past beckons her to embrace a destiny she never knew existed. The pulse of ancient ties resonates with her, urging Aurelia to heed the call of her people before time runs out. In a race against an unseen threat, Aurelia must unravel the secrets that intertwine her fate with a power beyond imagination. Will she unlock the potential within her and save not only herself but also those she holds dear? Embark on a journey with Aurelia as she navigates a world where the past, present, and a destiny yet to unfold converge in a tale of self-discovery and ancestral legacies. I intend to post this on Royal Road as well. I give myself permission under my Royal Road user name: jpsuchecki