Reborn into another world as Alana, the former resident of Earth must now try to make her way. While heroes fight great monsters and kings war the peasants suffer and die, unable to save themselves. What is a girl born into a poor family to do except learn and work as hard as she can to just make it through; and that's what she will do. Strive, strive all she can against an unfair and uncaring world of dark lords, dungeons, uncaring nobles, heroes, and magic. Come along as she uses magic and wit in a bid to survive. Updates on Tues. and Fri. Participant in the Royal Road writathon challenge.
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Magic College
Kazuma Wilson was a young man who'd grown up knowing only his father. Sequestered away from his deceased mother's family, he became practical and capable of making do with a less than opulent life. When it came time for him to graduate from high school and enter the wider world, however, his Aunt came to visit and offer him a place at a collegepaid in full. Despite his father telling him little of his mother's family, Kaz took the opportunity his father couldn't afford to give him. The college, however, is far different than anything he could have imagined. This is a fantasy story set in a modern world. A vampire organizes social events, a fey creature runs the local watering hole, and if you go fishing you might run into a garappa trying to catch his dinner. Kazuma is plunged into the deeper world he never knew existed, and though the tide might be fighting him, he learns to swim. Blending elements of magic and spiritualism from many pantheons (that all exist in this world), I hope you enjoy reading this as much as I do writing it. This story will be published on a bi-monthly basis. Much is already written, but I intend to maintain a healthy buffer so there won't be any interruptions. Coverart created with permission from all sources, none requiring attribution.
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Necromancer by Halosty
A somewhat spoiled rich kid enters Royal Road to stalk his crush. Instead, he finds himself on a dark (read: fun) path that will inevitably lead him to becoming a Necromancer.
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Winterborn
There are many worlds in the cosmos. Many of them have rules and laws that are utterly alien to the world that we know. Most never leave the world they were born into, never even know or suspect that other worlds even exist. Their souls simply go through the cycle of reincarnation again and again, always forgetting their past lives, and living as they please. But some few are given the gift of Transfering after death, to live their next life in a different world, with memories of their past lives to enrich the world they go to with new concepts and new ideas, and bringing back those same from the world they visited when it is time for their next cycle in their old world. A young woman suffers a tragic fate, and is granted the ability to Transfer. She is reincarnated into a new world, full of monsters and magic, things that would be mere myths and legends to her in her old life. This time, she promises, will be different. She doesn't have to be weak here. She doesn't have to be a victim. She can be strong, and no one will ever control her again!
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Small Chests Are Fine Too
It is an undeniable fact that good things come in small packages. More often than not, it is necessary to trim the fat in order to bring what really matters to the forefront. Having extra bulk may seem like a good idea, but in reality it is merely a crutch that will one day become a hindrance, as it is no substitute for personality nor ability. Indeed, often times it is the small things in life that brighten up our daily lives and constantly remind us exactly why we do the things we do. However, it is important to keep an open mind, for while bigger is not always better, there are also times when it is. This holds especially true when it comes to hopes and dreams, which have been known to requirea suitably large container from time to time. And while dreaming big could potentially lead to massive dissapointment, one will never truly reach fulfilment if they think too small. A truth that one small woman with meageraspirations is about to find out. DISCLAIMER: This is a spin-off/side story of my main series,Everybody Loves Large Chests, which is also mandatory reading to understand this one. It runs parallel to the main plot, branching off from the chapter titled Upheaval 2, so there will be spoilers for anyone who hasn't reached that point.
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A FORGEMASTER OF WAYLAND
William Drake, a modern day Illinois blacksmith, is no stranger to unusual orders, but the latest one is odder than most. He has been commissioned to create a sword of bizarre specifications, and the sword isn't the only thing that's strange. His customer, Markham, is definitely not a local, and balks at the bill. The sword is stolen by Markham, and William storms after him, finally retrieving the blade at the top of a rented Scottish tower. During the confrontation, William is transported, artifact in hand, to an alternate world called Wayland.Sly bartering demons, the Aos Si, wish to claim Wayland, as does a rival duke and his mage, Veddick. Meanwhile, a banished dieity, Credine, is seeking return to Wayland by using William as his unwilling avatar. Caught in a web between the three competing powers, William must unravel the mystery of the sword he has forged, stave off the encroaching god Credine and save the residents of Wayland from the god, the usurpation of the rival duke, and the Ao Si.
Chapter of the work
- Chapter 1 I am an idiot 03-21 Chapter 2 Reborn 03-21 Chapter 3 The basics of magic 03-21
- Chapter 4 An afternoon with my brothers 03-21 Side Story 1 Jackson in town 03-21 Chapter 5 Winter, and helping the town 03-21
- Chapter 6 Honey, ice cream, and falling night 03-21 Chapter 7 Birth, death, and gathering shadows 03-21 Side Story 2 Verren's late night meeting 03-21
- Chapter 8 Subterfuge and travel 03-21 Chapter 9 Gaining knowledge 03-21 Chapter 10 Desperation 03-21
- Chapter 11 Back to Hazelwood 03-21 Chapter 12 Lockdown and The Order of the Shield 03-21 Chapter 13 Cold shoulders and freedom 03-21
- Side Story 3 Mystien going to the waystation 03-21 Chapter 14 Drought and oncoming famine 03-21 Chapter 15 Rod- Promise 03-21
- Chapter 16 The dam breaks 03-21 Side Story 4 John The fury of the downtrodden 03-21 Chapter 17 Escape and sanctuary 03-21
- Chapter 18 The orphanage 03-21 Chapter 19 Running around in Istlan 03-21 Chapter 20 My first winter without family 03-21
- Chapter 21 The return of an old acquaintance 03-21 Chapter 22 Work and training 03-21 Side Story 5 Veska Emergency meeting 03-21
- Chapter 23 Peace and the open road 03-21 Chapter 24 The caravan 03-21 Chapter 25 Border crossings 03-21
- Chapter 26 Into capital and onward toward Lucien 03-21 Chapter 27 Training with Lucien 03-21 Chapter 28 Shoes, hoes, and a young mage 03-21
- Chapter 29 City secrets 03-21 Chapter 30 Into the 'depths' 03-21 Chapter 31 A meeting over tea 03-21
- Chapter 32 Lightning strikes 03-21 Chapter 33 Into the DEPTHS 03-21 Chapter 34 Flesh vs. iron 03-21
- Chapter 35 The Ascent 03-21 Chapter 36 Confession 03-21 Chapter 37 Results 03-21
- Side story 6 Meanwhile in the Empire 03-21 Side Story 7 Goings on in the royal palace 03-21 Chapter 38 Winter celebration and basic illusion 03-21
- Chapter 39 An angry mother 03-21 Chapter 40 A wager and silence 03-21 Chapter 41 Clothes and marks 03-21
- Chapter 42 The Temple of Lovers 03-21 Chapter 43 The Exam 03-21 Chapter 44 Stalker 03-21
- Chapter 45 The Bishop 03-21 Chapter 46 Conference and Study 03-21 Chapter 47 Exam Round Two 03-21
- Side Story 8 Fool's Folly 03-21 Side Story 9 Bishop's Meeting 03-21 Chapter 48 End of Autumn 03-21
- Chapter 49 Getting ready and an emergency lesson 03-21 Chapter 50 A long evening 03-21 Chapter 51 A month of preparation 03-21
- Chapter 52 A noble party 03-21 Chapter 53 Mana-eater 03-21 Chapter 54 Carnage 03-21
- Chapter 55 Light spying and the walk 03-21 Chapter 56 A relaxing bath 03-21 Halloween Special Chapter 03-21
- Chapter 57 Another meeting 03-21 Chapter 58 The irritant 03-21 Chapter 59 Truce 03-21
- Chapter 60 Winter passing 03-21 Chapter 61 Cocktails and hangovers 03-21 Chapter 62 Jackson's exit and exam registration 03-21
- Chapter 63 Taking the exam 03-21 Chapter 64 Announcements, parties, and letters 03-21 Chapter 65 Meetings 03-21
- Daily Schedule 03-21 Chapter 66 Clothes, clothes, and maids 03-21 Chapter 67 Arriving at the academy 03-21
- Chapter 68 Classes 03-21 Chapter 69 The core 03-21 Chapter 70 Dance 03-21
- Chapter 71 Combat Spellcasting 03-21 Chapter 72 Paper 03-21 Chapter 73 Core completion 03-21
- Chapter 74 The Dean's office 03-21 Chapter 75 Letters, decisions, and romance 03-21 Chapter 76 Weather, and the dance 03-21
- Chapter 77 All across the Kingdom 03-21 Unpublished chapter The dance of death (Circa chapter 58) 03-21 Chapter 78 Emergency policies and core diving 03-21
- Chapter 79 Selling the secret 03-21 Chapter 80 Starlight and silver spheres 03-21 Chapter 81 Making a lamp and a group project 03-21
- Chapter 82 The junkyard copse 03-21 Chapter 83 Pain and insanity 03-21 Chapter 84 Hospital of The Shield 03-21
- Chapter 85 Returning and breaking things down 03-21 Chapter 86 Sky-metal 03-21 Chapter 87 Confrontation 03-21
- Chapter 88 Various Arrangements 03-21 Chapter 89 Thunder 03-21 Chapter 90 Endel's Idea of Therapy 03-21
- Chapter 91 Clarissa 03-21 Chapter 92 Meetings 03-21 Chapter 93 Those Who Show Up 03-21
- Chapter 94 Teacher Conferences and Future Plans 03-21 Chapter 95 Emergency Equipment and Pinea's Scandalous Outfit 03-21 Chapter 96 Lengthening Shadows 03-21
- Chapter 97 Incoming 03-21 Chapter 98 The Calm 03-21 Chapter 99 The Storm 03-21
- Chapter 100 Making Tracks 03-21 Chapter 101 Returning to the Lower City 03-21 Writathon 03-21
- Chapter 102 Proclamation 03-21 Chapter 103 To The Temple District 03-21 Chapter 104 Quarrels and Helping Out 03-21
- Chapter 105 The Vine 03-21 Chapter 106 Palace Showdown 03-21 Chapter 107 Reunion 03-21
- Chapter 108 Catching Up 03-21 Chapter 109 A Quick Outing and Irritated Mentor 03-21 Chapter 110 Angry Guardians and My Tutor 03-21
- Chapter 111 Teaming Up With Professor Etia 03-21 Chapter 112 Mock Battle 03-21 Chapter 113 Terms of Amnesty 03-21
- Chapter 114 Return 03-21 Chapter 115 Family Learning Time 03-21 Chapter 116 Returning to the Academy 03-21
- Chapter 117 Propaganda and an Ugly Cry 03-21 Chapter 118 Lover's Worries 03-21 Chapter 119 The Planning 03-21
- Chapter 120 Plan in Action 03-21 Chapter 121 Embers 03-21 Chapter 122 Dinner Guests 03-21
- Chapter 123 Mystien's Workshop 03-21 Chapter 124 Wedding Plans 03-21 Chapter 125 Kala's Opinions and an Arrangement 03-21
- Chapter 126 Gateway 03-21 Chapter 127 Democracy and New Spell 03-21 Chapter 128 Distortions and Dances 03-21
- Chapter 129 The Wedding 03-21 Chapter 130 The Chase 03-21 Chapter 131 Breakups 03-21
- 132 The Hammer Falls 03-21 133 Interrogation (Pinea) 03-21 Chapter 134 If You Desire Peace... 03-21
- Chapter 135 ...Prepare for War 03-21 Chapter 136 Planning for Fun 03-21 137 Party Time 03-21
- Chapter 138 Breaking and Entering 03-21 Chapter 139 Return to the Undercity 03-21 Chapter 140 Return to the Depths 03-21
- Chapter 141 Graduation and Garden Talks 03-21 Chapter 142 Year Four Begins 03-21 Chapter 143 'Help' 03-21
- Chapter 144 Trials and Examinations 03-21 Chapter 145 Leaving the Academy 03-21 Delay announcement 03-21
- Chapter 146 A Day in the Office 03-21 Chapter 147 The Prince's Gambits 03-21 Chapter 148 Onwards and Outwards 03-21
- Chapter 149 Silverstone Port 03-21 Chapter 150 Into the Horizon 03-21 Chapter 151 First Days at Sea 03-21
- Chapter 152 Dark Sky 03-21 Chapter 153 Against the Leviathan 03-21 Chapter 154 After the Battle 03-21
- Chapter 155 One to Another 03-21 Chapter 156 Follow the Birds 03-21 Chapter 157 Making Shore 03-21
- Chapter 158 Island Inhabitants 03-21 Chapter 159 Arrival 03-21 Chapter 160 Emissary 03-21
- Chapter 161 The Palace of the Elven King 03-21 Chapter 162 Obvious Hints 03-21 Chapter 163 Various Perspectives 03-21
- Chapter 164 The Snake Back Home 03-21 Chapter 165 Waterfall Scene 03-21 Chapter 166 The Broken Man 03-21
- Chapter 167 Re-arming 03-21 Chapter 168 The Hunt Begins 03-21 Chapter 169 Atrium 03-21
- Chapter 170 Exploring the Ruin 03-21 Chapter 171 Power On 03-21 Chapter 172 Golems 03-21
- Chapter 173 Ancient Surprises 03-21 Chapter 174 The Fall 03-21 Chapter 175 Vengeance's End 03-21
- Chapter 176 Truths 03-21 Chapter 177 The Crater 03-21 Chapter 178 The Ancient 03-21
- Chapter 179 Reunited Companions 03-21 Chapter 180 Ruminations of the Monarch 03-21 Chapter 181 Private Conversation 03-21
- Chapter 182 Delivering the News 03-21 Chapter 183 Recruitment Drive 03-21 Chapter 184 Connection Established 03-21
- Chapter 185 Debrief 03-21 Chapter 186 The Worst Timing 03-21 Chapter 187 Garden Talk 03-21
- Chapter 188 Emperor's Interrogation 03-21 Chapter 189 Imperial Couple 03-21 Chapter 190 Locked 03-21
- Chapter 191 Ice Field 03-21 Chapter 192 Tests Aplenty 03-21 Chapter 193 Across the Ice 03-21
- Chapter 194 Sauna Ruminations 03-21 Chapter 195 Homecoming 03-21 Chapter 196 A Night In 03-21
- Chapter 197 Catching Up 03-21 198 Breakfast at Dawn 03-21 Chapter 199 New Meetings and Old Friends 03-21
- Chapter 200 Towards Convergence 03-21 Chapter 201 The Grid 03-21 Chapter 202 Culture Shock 03-21
- Chapter 203 On the Road 03-21 Chapter 204 Westwood's Soldiery 03-21 Chapter 205 Roads and Misdirections 03-21
- 206 History Lesson 03-21 Chapter 207 Losing a Friend 03-21 Chapter 208 Admissions and Assaults 03-21
- Chapter 209 Captured 03-21 Chapter 210 Out of the Cell 03-21 Chapter 211 Into the Tundra 03-21
- Chapter 212 Up the Mountains 03-21 Chapter 213 Out of the Cave 03-21 Chapter 214 It's A... 03-21
- Chapter 215 Race to the Meet 03-21 Chapter 216 Hot-Spring Battle 03-21 Chapter 217 Safe 03-21
- Chapter 218 Opening Moves 03-21 Chapter 219 Battle of Ice's End 03-21 Chapter 220 Fallen City 03-21
- Chapter 221 Gates 03-21 Chapter 222 The Broken City 03-21 Chapter 223 03-21
- Chapter 224 Testing Site 03-21 Chapter 225 The Many Wastes of Silversprings 03-21 Chapter 226 Poking Around 03-21
- Chapter 227 Flirting and Testing 03-21 Chapter 228 Preparing for the Show 03-21 Chapter 229 Mistakes Were Made 03-21
- Chapter 230 Connection Lost 03-21 Chapter 231 Aid 03-21 Chapter 232 Space-Time Maintenance 03-21
- Chapter 233 Silversprings Melee 03-21 Chapter 234 Near Miss 03-21 Chapter 235 Return 03-21
- Chapter 236 Home 03-21 Chapter 237 Quiet Evening 03-21 Chapter 238 Taking Up Teaching 03-21
- Chapter 239 Twilight Falling 03-21 Chapter 240 Royal Ball 03-21 Chapter 241 Eclipse 03-21
- Chapter 242 Battles 03-21 Chapter 243 Sovereigns' Death 03-21 Chapter 244 Fallen 03-21
- Chapter 245 Grief 03-21 Chapter 246 Turnabout is Fair Play 03-21 Chapter 247 Rebel Base 03-21
- Chapter 248 Goodbye Princess 03-21 Chapter 249 Morning Talks 03-21 Chapter 250 Orders 03-21
- Chapter 251 Moving In 03-21 Chapter 252 A Small Intervention 03-21 Chapter 253 Night Off 03-21
- Chapter 254 Consultation 03-21 Chapter 255 A Visit 03-21 Chapter 256 The Office 03-21
- Chapter 257 Bathroom Pass 03-21 Chapter 258 Not a Lamp 03-21 Chapter 259 Bit of a Chat 03-21
- Chapter 260 Questions 03-21 Chapter 261 Irritating Old Men 03-21 Chapter 262 Summit Preparations 03-21
- Chapter 263 The Priestess 03-21 264 Negotiations Begin 03-21 Chapter 265 Interloper 03-21
- Chapter 266 Battle of the North 03-21 Chapter 267 Cleanup 03-21 Chapter 268 Halfway 03-21
- Chapter 269 Return to Silversprings 03-21 Chapter 270 Plans 03-21 Chapter 271 Tying the Knot 03-21
- Chapter 272 Honeymoon 03-21 Chapter 273 One Year of Marriage 03-21 Chapter 274 Fifth Year of Marriage 03-21
- Chapter 275 Fifteenth Year of Marriage 03-21 Chapter 276 Field Trip Begins 03-21 Chapter 277 Arrival 03-21
- NaNoWriMo 03-21 Chapter 278 Some Low-Key Racism 03-21 Chapter 279 Museums 03-21
- Chapter 280 Old Friend 03-21 Chapter 281 Evening Out 03-21 Chapter 282 Storm and Sea 03-21
- Chapter 283 03-21 Chapter 284 Shelter in the Storm 03-21 Chapter 285 A New Plan 03-21
- Chapter 286 Hello Again 03-21 Chapter 287 Worries 03-21 Chapter 288 Besieged 03-21
- Chapter 289 Moving Forward 03-21 Chapter 290 Children Change 03-21 Chapter 291 City 03-21
- Chapter 292 Subtle Advice 03-21 Chapter 293 Suspicions and Frustrations 03-21 Chapter 294 Sharing and Caring 03-21
- Chapter 295 Peeping 03-21 Chapter 296 Return to Eratol 03-21 Chapter 297 Last Hurdle 03-21
- Chapter 298 Atrium Battle 03-21 Chapter 299 Homeward 03-21 Chapter 300 Until Next Time 03-21
- Epilogue 1 03-21 Epilogue 2 03-21 Epilogue 3 03-21
- Epilogue 4 03-21