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Damn, I Awakened With A Horror System!

Damn, I Awakened With A Horror System!

A sudden and unprecedented event occurred and took place on Earth. A fissure instantly appeared in the clear blue sky, revealing a void devoid of any light beyond, instantly covering the whole planet, leaving no Life, no Hell, and no Paradise behind... Hence the start of a new chaos and a great beginning of life devoid of any hope began. In this apocalypse and lawless world without any limits set upon its beings, a silent dark wisp took form. A wisp that was bound to become the Horror of All was born... "Wait… I’ve become a Ghost?!" _______________________________ Bonus Chapter; Power Stones, 200 PS = 1 Chapter 400 PS = 2 Chapters 600 PS = 3 Chapters ... Golden Ticket, 100 GT = 1 Chapter 200 GT = 2 Chapters 300 GT = 3 Chapters.
4.6
327 Chs
7 Days Series [Horror]

7 Days Series [Horror]

Everyone has their fates connected to their birthdays, they are likely to have psychic abilities specifically connected to ‘something’. Some can sense it while some cannot, depending on what they have committed in the past. Mystery, Death, Foolishness, and Greed are the things attracting the evil spirits to be around. Those who were born on Sunday… “Ward: Labor Tomb” If you see ‘the pregnant,’ please beware; they are there to take your head. Those who were born on Monday… “Mirror: Who’s the First to Die of Them All?” After midnight where mirrors are, ‘mysterious things’ will appear. Those who were born on Tuesday… “Haunted: Mystery of Plumeria House” Stay away from ‘bathrooms’, if you wish to stay alive. Those who were born on Wednesday… “Theater: Book Me a Death Ticket” When people born on this day go to a funeral, they tend to witness bad events. Those who were born on Thursday… “Stairs: 12 Steps...Ghost Staircase” At night, do not look at the stairs, or else something might be there. Those who were born on Friday… “Reality: Dare the Living, Discover the Dead” There is a game for the living, but noted that it might take their lives. Those who were born on Saturday… “Holy: Soul Sacrifice to Spirit’s House” The ancient saying goes: think before you speak, as something the eyes cannot see does not mean it is not real. Every inconsiderate action must be traded with the living, and only death is the answer! One question… What day were you born on…?
4.6
303 Chs
Random Horror Stories - 500

Random Horror Stories - 500

Standalone horror stories, approximately 500 to 1000 words per chapter, with each story fully independent of the others. If a character's name appears in multiple stories, it should not imply a connection between them unless explicitly noted otherwise.
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301 Chs
Mythos Of Narcissus: Reborn As An NPC In A Horror VRMMO

Mythos Of Narcissus: Reborn As An NPC In A Horror VRMMO

Lothair is a serial killer who detest imperfection on human’s facial features, which resulted in him having a compulsory behavior of wanting to strip people’s faces. After he dies, he finds himself as Narcissus, a beautiful and adorable female NPC inside a state-of-the-art VRMMO world of the latest craze called Fallen Carcosa Online. But despite being a fantasy-filled game, the world feels strangely realistic. Too realistic, even. Game-like systems and magic exist but so do plagues, politics, economy, and the horror hidden in plain sight. When pried open, an actual human-like anatomy can be seen beyond the skin of the NPC’s face—with little to no censor. Everything feels too immersive. Except Narcissus, Lothair’s new identity. When Narcissus tried to scrape off the face of her new adorable body, she found an abyssal void with little to no end. This story marks the birth for the King in Yellow. - Warning, this story contain: Male-to-Female Genderbend, GL/Yuri, Occasional Futa MC, Yanderes, Harem, Self-Cest. - Follow the creative and attentive Narcissus, a nuanced former serial-killer who will gradually becomes stronger, experienced, maddening, horrifying, but also mature, wise, conflicted, and complex—in this near-endless journey. Where souls unsung and tears unshed. In the land of Lost Carcosa.
4.8
246 Chs
Sad Water Sailors (Horror-adventure)

Sad Water Sailors (Horror-adventure)

+)Free Book. -) The story is about the misadventures of a group of sailors trying to reach the mainland in an unknown world full of mysteries.
4.9
157 Chs
Eastern Horror Story Antholog

Eastern Horror Story Antholog

Horror Folktales from the East, including China, Korea, Japan, Southeast Asia, and more.
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156 Chs
Chronicles of the Haunted Hourglass: A Time-Travel Horror

Chronicles of the Haunted Hourglass: A Time-Travel Horror

The story follows Emily, who becomes trapped in her grandmother's isolated house after the power goes out and the outside world mysteriously vanishes. Emily's grandmother is found unconscious, and the old grandfather clock seems to be the only thing functioning normally. As Emily explores the house, she discovers a series of unsettling phenomena - strange shadows, disappearing reflections, and distorted time. Delving deeper, Emily uncovers her family's dark history, which is intertwined with the supernatural forces at work in the house. She learns that an ancient haunted hourglass is the source of the temporal distortions, controlled by a powerful spectral guardian determined to maintain its grip on time. Emily must confront the sins of her ancestors and perform a dangerous ritual to break the curse, risking everything to save her grandmother and restore the proper flow of time. The process leads to a chaotic convergence of different time periods and a final showdown with the hourglass guardian. Though Emily succeeds in shattering the hourglass and breaking the curse, the ordeal leaves deep emotional scars. She and her grandmother must work to heal the wounds and confront the lingering supernatural presence, hinting at the possibility of future challenges. Despite the trauma, they find hope in rebuilding their lives and facing whatever the future may hold.
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150 Chs
My Horror System {I reincarnated OP with a Horror System}

My Horror System {I reincarnated OP with a Horror System}

In a world where technology and all humanity had built dilapidated by a mysterious abyss. Supernatural forces reign as humans awaken with incredible powers and face off against mutated creatures. Eri discovers he's a Vampire with a Horror System, thrusting him into a dangerous new reality. As Eri navigates this treacherous world, he must master his abilities and confront dark forces threatening humanity's very existence. Join Eri on an epic adventure filled with magic, mystery, and redemption in a world where the line between reality and fantasy is blurred. Get ready for a thrilling journey where the impossible becomes possible. Undergoing major edits before the final chapters are released... Then completion
4.7
146 Chs
Reborn as an Eldritch Horror: My Blood Warlock System

Reborn as an Eldritch Horror: My Blood Warlock System

[You’ve successfully killed an Elder Draco Serpent (SSS) and gained 125,000,000 Exp] [Lifesteal activated!] [You've stolen 50,000 blood and a thousand years' worth of life force] [Power absorption activated!] [Pick one ability from the following: Destroyer's Breath(SS), Poisonous Blood(S), Bizzard(B)] [Ding!] [Conditions are met, do you wish to undergo the trial and upgrade your class to Blood Monarch(SS)?] —————————————————————————————————— Liu Kang was training alongside his clan members when an elder conspiracy almost killed him. However, a masked figure tore through space, attacking the group and rescuing Kang. Revealing his identity, the masked figure showed Kang his power and offered him the chance to become like him. Fueled by the desire for strength and revenge, Kang dismissed the consequences and sacrificed himself to the mask, transforming himself into a monster and granting him a system with limitless potential Extra TAGs: #Guild-Building | #Cold-blooded | #Anti-Villain | #Genius [Mass release event goals (20 Dec)] 5 Review OR 10 Golden tickets -> +2 Chapters 7 Review OR 15 Golden tickets -> +3 Chapters 10 Reviews OR 20 Golden tickets -> +5 Chapters 30 Golden tickets -> +6 Chapters 40 Golden tickets -> +8 Chapters 50 Golden tickets -> +10 Chapters
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140 Chs
Come on, I'm invincible and a horror game comes along?

Come on, I'm invincible and a horror game comes along?

"Three years after three years, ten years have passed, system, I'm invincible, where's the horror game you promised?" Elon came to this world for ten years, the horror game avoided him for nine years. Elon entered the horror game, the squid game with 99 mortality rate, was played as a speed pass game by him. No one passes through the classroom of death, Elon one person and a sword, sitting on the podium. The ghost, who was originally invigilating the exam, sits down and answers the questions. Elon: "Ming ate 5 apples, dad ate 8 apples, how old is grandpa?" "If you can't answer, you all have to die." Ghosts: "Who the hell is the scary game."
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140 Chs
What are some classic medieval horror stories?
2 answers
2024-12-05 05:50
One of the well - known medieval horror stories is 'Beowulf'. It features the eponymous hero battling terrifying monsters like Grendel and his mother. Another is the story of the Werewolf of Bedburg. It tells of a man who was believed to transform into a wolf - like creature and commit heinous crimes. Also, the legend of the Headless Horseman has its roots in medieval folklore and is quite spooky.
Who were the popular authors of medieval horror stories?
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2024-12-03 01:48
Geoffrey Chaucer can be considered one of them. His 'The Canterbury Tales' had elements that could be considered horror - like. Another was Marie de France. She wrote some tales with elements of the supernatural and horror that were popular during the medieval era.
What are the common themes in obscure medieval horror stories?
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2024-10-26 20:03
There is also the theme of the breakdown of society. In some obscure medieval horror stories, a town might be plagued by a series of strange events that cause chaos and make the social order crumble. This could be due to the presence of a powerful evil being. The people in the town start to turn on each other out of fear, and the normal rules and values that hold society together start to disappear. It reflects the medieval fear of the world falling into chaos and the importance of maintaining order.
What are the characteristics of medieval horror novels?
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2024-11-10 14:38
Typically, they have a setting in the medieval period. So, there are often castles, monasteries, and dark forests. For example, in 'The Name of the Rose', the monastery is a key setting that adds to the sense of mystery and horror.
Can you recommend some obscure medieval horror stories?
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2024-10-26 14:22
One such story is 'The Werewolf of Bedburg'. It's about a man named Peter Stubbe who was believed to be a werewolf in the 16th century. He was accused of various heinous crimes like murder and cannibalism. Another is the story of the 'Gilles de Rais', a nobleman who was rumored to have dabbled in dark magic and committed atrocious acts against children in medieval France.
What are the common themes in a medieval horror novel?
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2024-11-28 09:45
Some common themes include the supernatural, like ghosts, demons, and witches. There's often a sense of dread and foreboding. Castles and dark forests are typical settings. Also, themes of death, the afterlife, and the battle between good and evil are frequently explored.
True Medieval Horror Stories: What Were the Most Terrifying Aspects?
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2024-12-01 19:06
The most terrifying aspect was probably the lack of medical knowledge. Diseases like leprosy were a horror. Lepers were often ostracized from society, forced to live in colonies away from everyone else. They were seen as cursed, and there was no real treatment for them.
True Medieval Horror Stories: Uncover the Dark Tales of the Middle Ages
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2024-12-01 03:36
One of the true medieval horror stories is about the Black Death. It was a plague that swept through Europe, killing millions. People would wake up to find their family members dead. The streets were filled with the stench of death, and there was a sense of hopelessness everywhere as no one really knew how to stop it.
What are the best medieval stories?
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2024-12-08 17:22
One of the best medieval stories is 'The Canterbury Tales' by Geoffrey Chaucer. It gives a vivid picture of different types of people in medieval England through a collection of tales told by pilgrims on a journey. Another great one is the Arthurian legends, filled with knights, magic, and quests for the Holy Grail. And 'Beowulf' is also very notable, which tells the story of a hero's battles against monsters.
Who are some well - known authors of medieval horror novels?
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2024-11-26 22:49
There are several well - known authors in this genre. Edgar Allan Poe is one. His stories often have a dark and Gothic feel which can be related to medieval horror. His use of dark settings, like old mansions and crypts, is similar to the typical medieval horror settings. Another is Mary Shelley. Her 'Frankenstein' has elements of horror that can be traced back to medieval ideas of the unnatural and the consequences of playing God. These authors have all contributed to the development of the medieval horror novel concept.
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