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'Death never stops surprising you.' A sentiment Aria knows all too well. Her world on its surface is perfect. A completely enclosed ecosystem protected from the nuclear winter of the Outside World. No sickness, no famine, nothing to worry about. Nothing that is except for Spectre, the computer system that determines who lives and dies annually based on their importance to society. Somehow everyone around her seems to cope, but seeing as how Spectre has taken every member of her family, Aria struggles to fall in line with the status quo. Whether it's pressure from the powers that be, her first potential love, or full on revolution, Aria seems to be pulled in every direction, each one with drastic consequences, and no clue which way to go.

The world has never been worse. Panic stricken by a virus that is highly contagious, the world has come to depend on a charitable organization that helps those that the world deemed unsalvageable. But is this organization really the hero it claims to be? What are the real motives that drive this organization to help others? When her mother dies leaving Giselle an orphan to fend for herself, the organization that was there for her takes her in - and she can't seem to decide if it was for best, or for the worst. Jayden's family fell apart when his dad passed away mysteriously. Months later, while trying to rebuild his life alongside his sister, he comes to find himself in a situation that leads him to think that the death of his fathers may not have been an accident. Giselle and Jayden are about to find out that not all that shines is gold, but will they find out before it's too late? --- A dystopia in which four teens unexpectedly end up together facing a revolucionary change that could transform their lives - and those of others - forever.

No one ever knows the whole story... Nestled deep in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, something is emerging. Kept in absolute secrecy, it seeps into a fading town, quietly shared from person to person. For Alden Bensen, a directionless high school graduate, this discovery could mean an escape from his empty existence. To Rachel DuValle, perpetually underestimated and dismissed by the world, magic represents a chance to become something much greater than herself. In the face of an unsuspecting world, their decisions shape the growth of a budding society discovering untold power. This potent force offers anyone the power to change humanity forever - or send it cascading into swift and total annihilation. ----- The Last Science is an ongoing science-fiction / low-fantasy web novel series. New chapters will be posted on Fridays for as long as it takes to tell the whole story. For �������� only, chapters are split up by individual scenes-if you would prefer the whole chapters in single pieces, please visit my homepage or another site where I post this story, thanks! Discord: https://discord.gg/5NYk6za Patreon: https://patreon.com/etzoli Content Warning (by request): This series delves into some topics and situations which may be upsetting for some readers. In American rating parlance, the narrative would be rated PG-13 (except for language), but some have noted the story can get pretty dark on occasion. Please use your best judgment, and don't be afraid to take breaks and come back later. I'll still be here! This story will also be published weekly at my website (https://etzo.li). There will be no differences in content, but slight differences in formatting. Feel free to read at whichever site or app you prefer. If you're enjoying the story, consider dropping me a vote over on Top Web Fiction, or come say hi on Discord. Thanks! Discord: https://discord.gg/5NYk6za Patreon: https://patreon.com/etzoli

Genre: Dystopian/Fantasy/Mystery/Philosophical Fiction Description: In a future where words are vanishing from existence, humanity faces an eerie silence. The phenomenon, known as Lexical Erosion, causes overused words to fade from memory and underused words to be forgotten forever. To control the chaos, governments enforce strict word quotas, rationing speech like a precious resource. Amidst this decaying world of silence, one woman defies the inevitable-Erya, the Last Wordsmith. Gifted (or cursed) with the ability to remember lost words, she becomes the last keeper of language, hiding in an underground library where forgotten words still linger. But every word she recalls comes at a cost: another disappears, never to return. When a desperate young man named Sol seeks her help to recover his sister's forgotten name, Erya is forced to make a choice-continue preserving words in secret or risk unraveling the very fabric of language itself. As she journeys through a world on the brink of total silence, she uncovers the true reason behind the disappearance of words... and the terrifying choice that awaits all of humanity. In a story that weaves mystery, philosophy, and the power of language, The Last Wordsmith is a haunting tale of memory, loss, and the desperate fight to hold onto the essence of human expression before it fades forever.

In a hospital room dimly lit by flickering lights, Alex grapples with the reality of his terminal illness after receiving devastating news from a doctor: he has only hours left to live. Surrounded by family members expressing their grief in different ways, he feels the weight of despair. His younger sister, Lily, clings to hope, contrasting with the resignation of their parents. As the pressure mounts, Alex considers giving up and seeks an escape from his suffering. In a moment of desperation, he leaves the hospital and finds himself on a bridge, contemplating a final act of release. Just as he prepares to jump, a strange notification interrupts his thoughts, and he plunges into darkness. Instead of death, Alex awakens in a mystical realm where he is welcomed by Seraphina, a guardian who informs him that he has been chosen to wield the power of Gluttony-a force representing insatiable hunger for life and experiences. In this new reality, Alex discovers he has a limited time to navigate his existence, represented by a glowing band on his wrist. He learns that he can extend his time by completing tasks and that his unique ability allows him to absorb the skills and memories of enemies he defeats. As he prepares to explore this enchanting yet perilous world, he feels a flicker of hope and the urge to reclaim his life, while also confronting the challenges that lie ahead. The journey of self-discovery and adventure begins, with the ticking clock reminding him of the urgency to embrace his newfound destiny.

In a future where knowledge is controlled, and reading is forbidden, a solitary library holds the key to humanity's forgotten past and its potential future. The government's grip on information has silenced the written word, but Elara, a determined young woman, refuses to let the stories of humanity fade into obscurity. With a group of unlikely allies, she embarks on a dangerous journey to protect the last remaining books-a symbol of resistance, culture, and identity. As they fight to preserve the power of knowledge, they uncover a hidden world of rebellion, where the act of reading becomes an act of defiance. But the cost of this fight is high, and Elara must confront the very forces that wish to erase her world's history, and with it, its future. "The Last Library on Earth" is a gripping tale of resilience, the power of the written word, and the fight for freedom in a society determined to silence its past. In a world where stories are forbidden, the true battle is for the right to remember. Can Elara and her allies reclaim the knowledge that will save humanity, or will the pages of history be erased forever? A stirring exploration of literature's power to shape identity, inspire rebellion, and safeguard our stories-this novel is a tribute to the transformative force of books, and the people who dare to protect them.

[COMPLETED] •Being revised... AGAIN (Progress: Intro-Chap. 3)• "We're going back... Understand? There are more threats out here than we anticipated, and they're all after you-" Lukas' voice erupted into static and chunks... I glared at the man in all black as the light continued to beam and blind me. Without my glasses it was actually painful. And then there was silence. My bare feet hit the metal floor of wherever we had jumped to, and I put my hand up to shield my eyes from the vicious attack of bright light. Not again." Alexi Callidus is living in a post-apocalyptic world... In the 25th Century. The year is 2470. She's been surviving on her own for 4 years and 8 months inside the same building with her only companion without seeing the sun. 5 years after the brutal unexplained murder of her family. 7 years after the genetic disaster of "GASP". 7 years and 4 months after the War of Nations. Everything seems to be barren and empty... But if her super old sci-fi movies didn't teach her that looks deceive, nothing will. Technology, before "GASP" (Genetically Altered Soldiers Program) and the War of Nations, was insane. You could be teleported in the blink of an eye, or healed from a once fatal injury in days. With the majority of the population infected with a viral genetic plague, almost any of the survivors could access this technology... Including Alexi. When a simple quest for survival turns into a journey of a lifetime, will Alexi be able to survive the weight of the gruesome truth when she finally uncovers it? Will our heroine be able to fade into the background and live a quiet life of cunning? Or burst into flames in a sudden blaze of tragedy? -Callidus Rising- •This book's sequel is in progress (Curing Revolution) Highest Ranks: •#1 "secretsocieties" •#1 "armageddon" •#2 "famine" •#2 "plague" •#3 "explorer" •#4 "genetic-engineering" •#5 "artificial intelligence" Com

A single, towering city rises from a vast, lifeless wasteland-a remnant of an ancient war that shattered the world. The Spire is surrounded by a powerful storm barrier, keeping the horrors outside at bay. It is said that beyond the storm, the land is overrun by Wraithborn-once-humans mutated into relentless, armored behemoths that feed on the energy of the living. The city's elite defenders, known as the Stormguard, wear specialized gauntlets that allow them to channel the energy of the storm itself, generating electrical blades and explosive force to combat the Wraithborn. Their training is brutal, as only those who can withstand the gauntlet's power without being consumed by it survive. When a young Stormguard recruit uncovers an ancient map hinting at a second, hidden city beyond the storm, everything they thought they knew about their world is thrown into question. Are they truly the last survivors? Or has the Spire's ruling council been keeping a terrible secret for generations?

Trapped. Transformed. Forced to Fight. A group of strangers from the 21st century wake up naked on the shores of an alien world-a place where the sky burns purple at night and survival demands more than modern knowledge. Stripped of everything but their instincts, they must forge alliances, master primitive living and confront a land teeming with rival tribes and brutal secrets that defy logic. From captives to warriors, from outcasts to legends. Ordinary people find themselves in an ancient age. With no memory of how they arrived, these survivors must adapt fast. The dense forests hide hostile natives. When the war erupts, they'll face a choice: to be its executioners-or its casualties. Survival is just the beginning. The Wooden Squad is a heart-pounding fusion of survival epic and gritty fantasy, where wooden weapons clash against steel ambition, loyalty battles betrayal, and ordinary humans evolve into something extraordinary. An epic tale of survival, war, and strategy. Follow Victor and his fractured band as they carve their name into a world that wants them enslaved-or dead. Dive into a sprawling saga (estimated completion 220k+ words) of primal battles, cunning strategy, and the raw will to survive. Imagine Game of Thrones meets The Hunger Games, with a twist of mythic darkness. Perfect for fans of Gladiator, Dune, Berserk, The Witcher. 📍 New episodes Weekly! Read now & enter the world of The Victor Saga. Follow: @TheVictorSaga on Instagram - TikTok - X - Facebook - Threads @PHDimagine on Youtube & Discord for exclusive content & art!

Enter the world of Achernar, a realm steeped in magic and mystery, where the fate of four planets hangs in the balance. Althea, a 20-year-old torn between two lives, is stuck on the wrong world. Haunted by her past and stranded far from her home planet of Eryndor, she lives a dual existence-by day, a loyal knight, and by night, the most wanted criminal. In Ashes of Eryndor, Althea's mission is clear: overthrow the Four Gods who rule over the planets and free the world from their iron grip. With her sister-in-all-but-blood, Vin, by her side, Althea hatches a daring plan to lead the largest revolution ever seen. But to do so, she must infiltrate the royal palace of Syphorite, disguised as a trusted knight. As Althea delves deeper into the perilous world of political intrigue, her every move is fraught with danger, and her true identity is at constant risk of being exposed. With cunning, bravery, and a will to survive, she navigates the treacherous waters of court life, all while seeking the elusive knowledge of Planetary Teleportation. Only this ancient technology can return her to Eryndor and reunite her with everything she's lost. But the Four Gods are not easily defeated. With each step, Althea is forced to confront the ghosts of her past, the weight of her choices, and the question of whether redemption is possible-or if she will forever be trapped on a world that was never meant to be hers. Will Althea succeed, or will the gods' power prove too great to overcome? Follow her journey to find out.