Dark Fantasy

What is the role of those third-rate villains in games or novels? I asked this question to myself quite a number of times. They don't have major screen time, but some of them have a huge effect on the storyline. And, if one of them hadn't played their role correctly, what would happen to the storyline? It seems like I am going to answer those questions since I became the third-rate villain in an RPG game. ------------------------------0----------------------------------- Chapter length 1000-2000 words.

In the wake of a devastating plague that claimed the lives of 95% of Umbravale's inhabitants, Kieran Nyxshade returns from his grandmother's house to a city in ruins, his parents among the casualties. At 17, the time has come for Kieran to awaken his magical powers, but instead of a blessing, he is bestowed with a cursed ability—the power of a Revenant. Haunted by loss and fueled by a desire for justice, Kieran discovers the orchestrator of the mysterious plague. Determined to vanquish the restless souls and confront the cruel princes of Valorthorn Kingdom, he embarks on a journey where alliances are fragile, and the line between darkness and heroism blurs. Can Kieran harness his newfound power to reshape the fate of Varidianth Kingdom, or will the shadows consume him in his quest for vengeance?

"Rift of Shadows: The Awakening Chronicles" is an enthralling fantasy novel that follows the journey of Rylan, a young apprentice, who discovers he is the chosen one destined to restore balance to the realms. When Rylan begins experiencing prophetic dreams about a dark rift and shadowy creatures, he seeks guidance from the wise Elder Orin, who becomes his mentor. Together, Rylan and Orin uncover an ancient prophecy that reveals the rise of a chosen one. To fulfill his destiny, Rylan embarks on a perilous quest to unlock the lost knowledge within the Forbidden Archives. Along the way, he undergoes trials to awaken his elemental powers, forming an alliance with a group of valiant warriors known as the Guardians.

It is an Era of Chaos and An Era of Destruction, There is no such thing as Equality existing in this Universe. Only the Strong exists to control the weak, Power is taken and not given, The Imperial Empire has reigned for more than a hundred years. controlling the domains of the world, Having a Third of the World under their commands. They have Controlled the world until they came! The Red Assasins, The Assasins of Darkened and The Warriors of Chaos with the determination to bring down the Imperial Empire. it is The Legend of The Demon King

Carter and his family moved into the mansions of meverly - which was said and rumored as the "home of the lost peculiars" One night, he and his siblings found out amidst a secret enchanted garden which was a gateway to a different dimension that led them into the lands of Encrest - a world where fantasy and magic itself is real; wherein elves, fairies, and other mythical and mystical beings exist, also a kingdom which he didn't know it exists behind the very door they discovered, a world that would finally accept him as to who he is. As they delve deep into it out of curiosity, Carter and his siblings got separated as they got inside the portal - which was the only gateway between the real world and the realm of Encrest. It got destroyed because of the infiltration of the bandit of elves - also known as the Kages, that steals precious gems and pieces of jewelry for their wicked schemes. Fortunately, He met Raven and saved him from one giant boulder of rock that was almost about to hit Carter. That is where his tale and adventure begins as he was invited to a prestigious school by Krystelle and met more friends along the way and there he learned sorcery and magic to fight evil peculiars, to find his siblings, and to find a way back to their real world.

Lucas Larsen, a 17 year old boy who is the son of a Duke in the Kingdom of Norway of the region of Scandinavia. He is in actuality a 20 year old transmigrator who was reborn into the body of a 4 year old boy. He has trained since his transmigration and seeks to rise in the ranks among his people. During his journey, he will gather allies make enemies and save lives and conquer the kingdom. He will go on to become one of the strongest warriors in the Kingdom and rise to the rank of king. He will face beasts of myth and many more and gain power and recognition and would go on to become the greatest warrior kings in the world. (Attention: The cover image is not mine and belongs to its rightful owner.)

Two weapons clanged. A sturdy long stick with a large mace on top was swayed aside by a strong female warrior. With her short reddish hair and a menacing yell, she trusted her chain mace towards a tall girl with a long pointy tail and protruding fangs. She barely dodged her attack, throwing her body to the ground of the arena. The audience behind the flimsy fence roared and cheered in a frenzy. They were packed tight around the rocky walls, thirsting for blood. The fallen girl heaved, holding her weapon tight. Standing up, she narrated, "Someone once joked 'Go to Heaven for the climate, Hell for the company'. Only fools can believe this to be true." Her opponent cackled with a smirk, ready for another attack. "Do you want to know what it's like down here? Well, let me tell you.” The woman in question entered this world as a very old and very ill woman. Surrounded by her loved ones, she closed her eyes and entered a hell-like dimension. It resembled a large city floating on a lake of lava, called Helltown. With very little resources, she had to find a way to survive. Luckily, there was hope. The woman used a spell to become a beautiful young woman with super strength. Disguised, she fought demons, escaped the slums, ended up in a brothel and then as a gladiator in an arena. With many enemies and shifty allies, she finally managed to catch a break and get to the top floors, where the intrigues truly start. Along the way, we learn more about her life on Earth and the possible reasons for her being there. Can she stay sane among such evil? What is Helltown, and does it affect the life on Earth? A lot, actually.

Conrad Garnier the former first prince of a nation called "Alkatash" is banished from royalty. With his fiance Regina Clement he settles in an obscure town of adventures far from his country so he could live in peace. One day he meets the soul reaper herself, and becomes curious about her. Read as his curiosity turns into obsession and how it affects his relation with Regina, Explore the continent of Guernia through this story.

Driven by her loyalty towards the queen, Erica must make the humans pay for their crime; but what happens when everything turns out to be a lie and there is bigger story she never knew about.

He doesn’t know who he is, from where or his destiny. Found himself in the woods with only his sword, arrows, horse and mutant dog as companion and he did the only thing he is good at to survive as a nobody in a luxurious yet cruel underworld. Hunting and slaying of beasts, creatures of all kinds and strength while getting paid in gold coins by the Elites till a particular job involving the apocalypse of the entire universe changed his fate. He have to engage in several mission, avoid distraction form his several harem and locate his fated mate to find out about his true identity.