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Chapter 226: ...Autarch's Key (10)
The monster emerged, it’s eyes holding disdain for all things living. More correctly, all things that were allowed to exist in the light of the most holy.Grade-2 Monster, [Fiend].Leathery red skin covered the naked creature from toe to head, topped with two parallel curved horns running segment to segment which jutted out of its forehead. Six eyes, three on each side –permanently scratched in a hateful bale that blinked out of order. Straight out of some western folklore, the fiend carried a...
Cyber Magic: Chapter 1
Artemvian wiggled his tiny hands.“Who’s a good boy? Who’s a good boy!”“Dah. Dah, dah, dah!”“Honey, did you hear that?” The brown-haired man asked excitedly to the woman next to him.She gave him a doubtful look, peering out the side of her eyes. It gave way to a smile soon enough, as she picked up Artemvian. “Robert, dear, he would surely not dare to say dada before saying mama.” His mother’s voice gave way to baby talk, smothering him in tiny little kisses. “Oh no, you wo...
Cyber Magic: Introduction
Artemvian Delacreu Moneti was sitting on a stump, waiting for his assassins to arrive.It was raining and the sky was dark, for midnight had passed long ago. He debated infusing his body with flame-elemental mana for the sake of keeping warm but decided to enjoy the cold. There was something to be said about feeling new sensations so near the hour of his death. It could be because he was growing sentimental in his old age, but Artemvian regretted not spending more time outdoors instead of cooped ...
Chapter 33: Marina Murders (13)
“So? In or out? It’s not too late.” Lev asked.“I’m still in.” It came out surly, like I was upset at them for something that wasn’t their fault and outside their control.In reality, I was upset at everything but them. The cold, Emyrith, the Ryus, and the Valentines… even just a bit at my parents. Which wasn’t fair. But nothing about this was fair.Unfairness. Ironically, the only thing you can count on to be fair in life.“Good, cause I need you.” Lev stepped forward. He poin...
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Chapter 225: Autarch's Key (9)
World: MSS - Loading...***The [Malice Wolf] disappeared and we adventurers were once more able to breathe in the arena. With it gone, it was like a fog had lifted; an audible fog that continuously spat black sound in our ears. But now, the only thing remaining were the pained groans of the Bishop’s bodyguards.Arione soft landed on the ground, expressionless.He had tossed the Bishop into the Chalice.The Bishop.I’m not dumb. I have eyes and I have ears. When the Bishop arrived, he immediately ...
Chapter 32: Marina Murders (12)
“This place is creepy as hell,” Lev muttered.I wholeheartedly agreed.The weather had taken a turn for the worse. Visibility was at an all time low. The snow had picked up even more, blotting out the world with reflective snow, glowing with the soft orange of the single streetlamp nearby. Wiping the frost off the window with my sleeve, I cupped my hands to my forehead and took a better look.We were near the docks, for sure. There was a bite in the air which wasn’t there before, even though ...
Chapter 224: ...Autarch's Key (8)
World: MSS - Loading...***One more, the translucent curtains made entirely from the combination of Magic and the [Autarch]’s will were summoned into existence. Stretching from floor to ceiling, unbreakable and unpassable –even by any [Teleportation] type abilities if my guess was correct– it separated the room into four differenct sections. The parties that were not involved shoved into their own little corners, and the party that would undergo the trial in the center.Magic breathed life i...
Chapter 31: Marina Murders (11)
The truck had grown cold and we had to let the engine run a bit before being on the road again. The last glimmer of daylight faded behind the horizon. Already, night was encroaching and fast. It didn’t take long for the roads to turn completely dark. Lev had to turn on his highbeams to see.There was a weight to the silence. Penelope had chosen to ride shotgun, instead of in the back with me. Instead of pressing the issue, I chose to look out the window instead. It turned out to be a really bad...
Chapter 223: Autarch's Key (7)
World: MSS - Loading...***Claw’s Nest and the Spire within it.The Top Floor of the Spire.The theme of all these Dungeons was simple.Sacrifice. Just how far would you go to claim the Autarch’s Key?This Key would open up the dungeon beneath the Samak Desert, allowing one to enter the Autarch’s Fortress. In here, you’d encounter the [Autarch], the grade-SS boss of MSS and all the bosses that were related to him. Following it, you’d get all the loot. The Autarch’s armor, his weapon and e...
Chapter 30: Marina Murders (10)
“Oh, it does. The rumors all have one thing in common,” Penelope said gravely, “She’s always looking to deal.”“Deal?”“Like what we did. Exchange favors, information, trinkets.” The blonde girl’s voice turned to a hushed whisper, while her eyes darted furtively towards the window and doorway, like she was afraid someone might overhear. “Among others.”It could’ve been the way she said it. Or maybe because I had yet to eye-bleach the memories of my encounters with things-u...
Hallow Tales Cover
Planning to release Hallow Tales pretty soon on Royal Road.Playing around with Covers.But it looks like AI is not spitting out exactly what I want...But here's a general idea of what I want the cover to look like.
Chapter 222: ...Autarch's Key (6)
World: MSS - Loading...***The Kirin roared and charged towards them.A wyvern type monster, not quite a dragon but not quite not a dragon.It’s long equine body surged with electricity, both through its quill-like fur and nervous system, propelling the ancient horse-god come alive from chinese folktales to a deadly onslaught equal to that of a lightning storm.A grade-2 monster.Equal in power to the Imugi. The [Kirin] was much smaller, yes.But what it lacked in power…It made up for it with pure...
Chapter 29: Marina Murders (9)
The nationwide donut chain had window sills lined with an assortment of donuts. Real donuts, not the plasticky kind that’s display only. I pointed at a pink one with sprinkles, which is as close to the fake ones as you could get. Naturally, I looked at Penelope when it came time to pay.She sniffed, once, then paid.I could get used to this.Penelope gave me plenty of time to eat. When I reached for my sixth donut, she finally commented, “I thought you weren’t hungry. You ate a lot.”“I...
Chapter 221: ...Autarch's Key (5)
World: MSS - Loading...***“Wait, Sir Jared,” Zenom frowned, cutting in, “We don’t know what will happen next. We should use all the tools we have at our disposal.”“And my most immense experience tells me most of the tools here are useless.” Jared said flatly, “Slaveborn, the Lizard, the bitch, and the Orc. Those four and I should suffice.”Something was wrong here.Why was Jared against cooperating with Zenom? He of all people should know how badly we needed a Healer, especially ...
Updates coming Tomorrow
Struggled a bit with writing this chapter cause I had too much fun writing it, and realized it was all over the place. In the process of editing tonight and probably release tomorrow!
Chapter 220: Autarch's Key (4)
Before I start, I must impress upon you the setting that we were all in.It was a big room which took up the entire top floor of the Spire. Square windows lined the walls, and looking out of them, I was greeted with a vista of the island below. Rocks lined the shores, resembling pebbles at this distance. The sky was blue without a cloud in sight; and I thought I saw a long serpentine shaped monster flying through it; without a care in the world.The floor had been loosely separated into camps.In o...
Chapter 28: Marina Murders (8)
When I opened my eyes, we were pulling out of a drivethrough.“Good, you’re awake.” Penelope noticed and handed me a steaming styrofoam cup.“Thanks.” It was coffee, but laden with an unhealthy amount of sugar and milk. I thought about complaining, then shrugged. It burned the roof of my mouth, tongue and everything afterwards. The scalding liquid eventually settled at the bottom of my stomach where it radiated warmth.I like iced coffee. Black. Always black and always iced.Looking out th...
Chapter 219: ...Autarch's Key (3)
World: MSS - Loading...***｢ Welcome to the Top Floor of the Autarch’s Spire ｣｢ You are the 3rd [Candidate of the Six Heroes] in Attendance ｣｢ The Autarch’s Goal is Simple ｣｢ Build your army. Conquer. ｣｢ Only one may receive the Key ｣｢ Candidate of the Grand Magus: Arione Popindale ｣｢ Candidate of the Sword Saint: Lock Slaveborn ｣｢ Candidate of the Autarch: Jared Akka Xalud ｣My thoughts intersected each other, overlapping and crossing, up and under, over and ab...
Chapter 27: Marina Murders (7)
I had to reforge it.“By the Hallow name,” I croaked out, tears streaming down my face. The book had outlined specific words and phrases, but I made most of them up, trying to get the general idea across. “Spirit, tell me your name.”I thought the command would come with some special effects. Maybe my voice would boom supernaturally loud or there would be some movie-like SFX around me. Neither one happened, of course. But I did feel the paranormal pressure of the ghost’s presence ease up...
Chapter 218: ..Autarch's Key (2)
World: MSS - Loading...***I had spent the last hour searching by myself, leading at the front of the party. Using a combination of my [Smell] stat and common sense, I was able to piece together a path that Delas might have taken. But my skills were roughshod, so I came to a dead end soon enough.That was when Stole paced by me.The young beastman girl walked right by me, her torn cloak swishing by the soles of her boots. She sniffed, once. Not the way someone does to hold back the after effect of ...
Chapter 26: Marina Murders (6)
I’d never seen a ghost before. I guess most normal people don’t.Which also means I no longer fit in the scope of ‘normal’.Never really did, I guess.Technically, this was my second time seeing ghosts. I’m talking about those things that were peeking in my RV moments after my awakening. But I wasn’t sure that those were ghosts. Maybe they had been, once upon a time.If they were once ghosts, they definitely weren’t simple ghosts anymore. They were too twisted, too broken, and simply t...
Announcement: Looking for good Discord Guide Video
Hey guys,Trying to make a discord where people can ask questions and just chat.Anyone know the link to a good guide video?
Chapter 217: ...Autarch's Key (1)
World: MSS - Loading...***I couldn’t.I just couldn’t.This couldn’t be real.I stared at Kyrian.His blonde hair, usually perfectly curled, was matted with blood and sticking to his face. One of his eyes was permanently closed. The eyelid looked too sunken, because there was nothing behind it. His limbs lay splayed to the side, broken beyond repair. Like a ragdoll.Kyrian… didn’t look real.His body looked fake. Like a prop. A doll.I went to a funeral once. An open coffin one. The person ...
Announcement
I'm back from break!It was a much needed one, I took my notebook everywhere and got a lot of new feelings, inspirations and thoughts that I want to translate into writing.Updates will start up again tmrrw. :)Thank you all for the wishes.
Chapter 25: Marina Murders (5)
Staten Island, NY“Only when trying to catch the supernatural equivalent of Jack the Ripper.” I continued, “But I don’t think… I uh, I don’t think ghosts and haunts can do that. Veer so far away from their innate nature, I mean. It would have to be a very powerful spirit.” I swallowed, “So spirits are back on the table.”“Great.” Lev’s knuckles were white from gripping the steering wheel so hard.Me too. I didn’t feel great. Talking about the supernatural, right after I ha...
Chapter 216: ...Claw's Nest (End)
World: MSS - Loading...***“We always… talk about it, you know. That when the times comes… we’ll be the ones to protect you.”No. No. You stupid fucking idiot. Just toss me and run.JUST FUCKING RUN.Footsteps rushed behind us.Delas laughing, his laugh bouncing down the perfectly angular halls.I strained my ears.Skaris. Aurora. Zenom. Arrosh. Stole.Anyone.Anyone, someone, please.But all I heard… were the footsteps of Cultists and the three [Players] running after us.Toying with us.A minu...
Chapter 215: ...Claw's Nest (16)
World: MSS - Loading...***Life doesn’t give you a pause button.Everything would be easy, if it did. The moment before a car crash, when your heart rate accelerates to a mile a minute, brain barely able to register what will happen and mustering neurons to fire at maximum capacity in the precious few seconds that’ll matter. Because it knows, the next few moments are pivotal.There are moments like these.The last few seconds for a sprinter. When you lean in towards your crush, waiting for that ...
Chapter 214: ...Claw's Nest (15)
World: MSS - Loading...***3:31.3:30.3:29.Behind the [Golem of the Grand Magus], the magical numbers kept ticking down.“HHHYYYAAAAAAA!”L’teya’s battle cry filled the cavern once more.Before, she’d tried running head on at the thing. Learning from her past mistake, the barbarian tried something else. She leapt into the air, somehow gaining a vertical of at least ten feet despite the fact that her body was made of stone.The Golem raised her hands, stony eyes unflinching, to cast another s...
Announcement
I'll be gone the week of last week of september. Taking a personal sabbatical for myself, from writing and work; to spend some much needed time with my family. My parents.During the time, if anyone has a good video on how to make a discord, please let me know.Think of how old your parents are.Average person lives between 70-80.Whatever years you have left with your parents...That's how many summers you have with them.How many times you can see the snow.How many times can you go to the be...
