Dystopian

Insane Quest of Jason & the Argonauts - Greek Mythology Explained. Content Warning.
In the annals of Greek mythology, there exists a tale so grand, so sweeping in its scope and so profound in its implications that it has captured the imagination of countless generations. It is the saga of Jason and the Argonauts, a narrative that transcends the boundaries of time and space, weaving together the threads of heroism, betrayal, love, and destiny into a tapestry of unparalleled beauty and complexity.
By Gunduz2 years ago in Chapters
The Werewolf. Content Warning.
In the frigid depths of a Siberian winter, the city of Angarsk lay cloaked in darkness, its streets silent under a blanket of snow. As the bars emptied out, their patrons bidding farewell to another night, a lone figure emerged from the shadows. Her name was Khristina, her steps unsteady, her breath forming frosty clouds in the bitter air. With each cautious movement, she drew closer to a fateful encounter that would change the course of her life forever.
By Gunduz2 years ago in Chapters
What The Bible Actually Says About the Devil. Content Warning.
In the annals of religious lore, there exists a figure whose name strikes fear into the hearts of believers and non-believers alike: Satan. Known by many names—Lucifer, the Devil, the Prince of Darkness—his presence looms large in the collective consciousness, a symbol of rebellion and malevolence. But what if the truth about Satan is far more nuanced than the tales spun by centuries of myth and doctrine?
By Gunduz2 years ago in Chapters
The Chilling Odyssey of the Franklin Expedition: A Tale of Courage, Tragedy, and Mystery. Content Warning.
In the annals of maritime history, tales of expeditions abound, each with its own share of triumphs, tragedies, and mysteries. Yet, few stories evoke as much intrigue and sorrow as that of the Franklin Expedition of 1845 to 1848. Led by the intrepid Sir John Franklin, this ill-fated journey aimed to chart the elusive Northwest Passage, a quest that would ultimately end in disaster, leaving behind a legacy shrouded in enigma.
By Gunduz2 years ago in Chapters
Book Review: Hell Divers - Hell Divers Series, Book 1
Introduction: "Hell Divers" by Nicholas Sansbury Smith is a gripping science fiction novel set in a post-apocalyptic world where Earth's surface has become uninhabitable due to centuries of war and nuclear devastation. Humanity's last remnants cling to survival aboard massive airships known as Hive Cities, while brave individuals called Hell Divers venture into the treacherous depths of the atmosphere to scavenge for vital resources. This summary will provide an in-depth exploration of the key events, characters, and themes of "Hell Divers," offering readers a comprehensive overview of this thrilling tale of survival and sacrifice.
By CCDesigns2 years ago in Chapters
Horrifying Discoveries Found Inside the Devil's Bible. Content Warning.
Once upon a time, in the Kingdom of Bohemia during the 13th century, there lived a monk named Herman the Recluse. Within the confines of a monastery nestled amidst rolling hills and dense forests, Herman had pledged his life to poverty, chastity, and obedience, as dictated by his monastic vows. His days were spent in prayer, contemplation, and the painstaking transcription of sacred texts, illuminated manuscripts, and theological treatises.
By Gunduz2 years ago in Chapters
CHAPTER 3 - Trespassing
Owain’s feet sink into the warm sand. A comfortable breeze tosses his hair against his face. He brushes bright red strands away, sifting along the shore, his gaze traveling on and off toward the Lightwater River.
By Chloe2 years ago in Chapters
CHAPTER 2 - The Outside Again
Loft gathers the playing cards back into a pile and stacks them neatly at the center of the table as the other eight children stand up and wander over to Owain, who stands awkwardly between Kloey and Red, his mind reeling. Not only has he just been told information about the history of the past, the Takeover, Venik’s unrelenting rule over the Blackwoods, and his insistence that every human on the face of the Earth should be killed, but now he must explain all of this information to his nine loyal companions, including one who is deaf? He certainly can’t manage something as big as this.
By Chloe2 years ago in Chapters
CHAPTER 1 - Wake Up, Owain
Blood pounds in his ears. He can hear his heart’s rapid beating, and all he can do is hope that it can’t be heard in this despairing silence. He folds his hands over his head and crouches beneath the table, staying as still as possible.
By Chloe2 years ago in Chapters
PROLOGUE
“Three will rise, and three will fall, a sacrifice to please the stars.” The rustle of the bus’s wheels groans beneath him. Abruptly the rumble and rev of the engine cuts into his thoughts, and he stops absently fiddling with his backpack straps, drawn back to the current moment.
By Chloe2 years ago in Chapters
Nichole
She thought back to the waiting room. So long ago when she had made the decision to let death chase her. And chase it had, through the underground, through prophecy, through the wars, she watched the eastern coast burn as they ran. She ran, death at her heals… dancing with her… sometimes so close, it whispered in her ear. And now, it chased her across the water. She felt the ship sway and she starred back at the woman in the mirror. Her hair was streaked white, pulled back in the worn clip. She didn’t remember getting old, it just kind of happened. And just as she couldn’t see how incredibly gorgeous she was in her youth, she couldn’t see how distinguished she was in her age. She held the cloth to her mouth as she coughed. When she first got sick, she hid it well… But the cough became uncontrollable, and the rumors spread like the disease in her body. At least the black handkerchief hid the blood. She took a shuttering breath and turned on her heel. Long ago she shed the poised dresses for more practical clothing. If you plan to outrun death… Her tight black leggings hugged her still muscular legs. But her curves had been lost to the disease. She concealed the loose skin beneath a tunic of blood red and wore a slightly heeled leather boot. Her two guards flanked her as she exited her quarters. Her assistant sat with the wheelchair. She moved too slowly now, too unsteady on the rock of the ship to walk. They maneuvered through the narrow corridor and out onto the deck where the sun beat down mercilessly. She was greeted with the cheers that broke her heart and lifted her spirits. Here were her people, who loved her. Her people, who were half starved, beaten, but not broken. Here were her people she loved. The prophetess came and knelt before her. She raised her eyes to Nichole and gave her a tearful little smile. Nichole returned the smile. Brushing her hands across the young girl’s cheek. “None of that. Tomorrow, we land in the forgotten place and the people need you.”
By Maili Paul2 years ago in Chapters
Snow Humps, continued. Content Warning.
The last thing I remembered was trying to open my eyes and imagining the Buzzard pecking at me and tugging me while staring me down with his beady eyes. I slapped at him, trying to shoo him away, but he was persistent, yanking and pulling at me, lifting me out of the snow drift with his tremendous strength.
By Tina D'Angelo2 years ago in Chapters