apocalypse

A thousand years after an apocalyptic war left the Heavens sealed and the Gods slain, a dragonling hatches with the spirit and memories of the deific war’s Hero, Wymond. His new mother gives him a new name—Kaerlorvek—and wishes him to live the happy life he never got to experience as Wymond. But the scars from the War in Heaven run deep even a millennium later, and burn deeper still in the man whose blade struck the war’s indecisive conclusion.

After waking up, everyone will travel through a wasteland world, and the survivors will face various challenges such as acid rain, extreme cold, extreme heat and mutant creatures. Every corner holds unknown dangers, and the survivors have to adapt to this harsh environment. To withstand natural disasters, the survivors must build their own shelters in this dangerous land, stockpile enough water and resources to survive before the disaster strikes. While others struggle daily to gather rotten scraps and fight over limited supplies, fear and desperation slowly spread through the wasteland. Vikram Parker awakened a plant system. While others are scraping for a little bit of food, Vikram can cultivate crops. While survivors reinforce their shelters with fragile wood and broken metal, he grows living walls of vines and sturdy thornwood. His plants can bear fruits, purify water, and gradually transform barren land into fertile soil. As the regional chat fills with panic before every incoming disaster, Vikram calmly harvests fresh vegetables inside his green sanctuary. Looking at the endless cries for help and warnings of starvation, he can’t help but think. Surviving in the apocalypse isn’t that hard. Goals for the first 300 chapters: - Daily Update 1 Chapter Power Ranking Top 3 = 1 Extra Chapters! Power Ranking No 1 = 3 Extra Chapters! Every 20 Golden Tickets = 1 Extra Chapters! A Castle = 5 extra chapter! A Spacecraft = 10 extra chapters! A Gachapon = 15 extra chapters! ................................................

[WSA 2026 Entry] A Lovecraftian-esque LitRPG with an anti-hero protagonist! - Reverie "Reve" Schneider had always been like a ghost, indifferent and invisible. When the trumpet of doomsday vibrates throughout the land, marking the apocalypse, Reve is indifferent as always. Until he accidentally ends someone's life and now he is forced to join a game of purgatory called the rounds. Yet, in the midst of all this, he realized this current world is far too familiar...and he is afraid that it had been him that weaved it. - For image references and (future) official art, drop by my server: https://discord.gg/MNx4TVZ4C5 ※ Mentions and depictions of gore, dark humor, mental illness, and other dark topics will be tackled in this novel, hence the age warning, but no smut. Discretion is advised.

Bree is dying. Literally. A struggling VTuber, she is stuck with seven viewers at peak time, and the pact she made with a devil in the hope of success is not helping her. The chat laughs at her when she talks about her terminal illness. Following the trend doesn’t help her. Being edgy makes her look cringe. Her time is running out and the devil is useless. All she wants is marmalade on her toast, and when she doesn’t get it, she sulks. Bree is told that gaining more viewers will awaken the devil’s power, though she remains skeptical. But what for? Bree doesn’t know and doesn’t care. All she wants is to be seen, recognized, and heard for once in her life before she dies. The devil may do what she wants after that. The world’s fate rests in the hands of idiots. * This is a story of a girl with big dreams and an incompetent devil with even bigger dreams—a dark psychological story with black humor, escalating stakes, and chaos. NOTE: The book has become contracted now and moved to a new book, under the original title "Chat, I'm Dying" I know it's a hassle, but due to book category & competition entry change it was necessary. :( Sorry for inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Link for the new book: https://www.webnovel.com/book/35509456508472105 I hope to see you in the new book and continue the journey of Bree and Senne there! Best Regards, Toobo

A 40-year-old man suddenly dies and is reincarnated in a world devastated by zombies—but instead of becoming a hero or a survivor, he wakes up as a zombie girl.

The four figures draped in shadows stood at the edge of the horizon. The wind died the minute they arrived; with them came thundering silence that fell over the land as if the earth itself were holding its breath. The first was White playing God; his eyes were hallowed like the promises of salvation. The second was cloaked in crimson and wielded a blade, where its edges glinted with unquenchable rage. The third had eyes like the empty voids and listened to a distant drumbeat, where every knock was a rhythm in the world's last breath. The fourth had his face hidden beneath a mask of bones, remaining still, waiting for the others to make their moves. They were not here to conquer; they were here to end.

The world does not want a savior; it wants a weapon it can control. When the light of his world was extinguished by a Seele, a young boy’s grief gave birth to a terrifying resolve. Paralyzed no longer, he claimed the burden of the "Scarecrow"—a protector destined to stand in the center of the carnage, wielding a fierce, blue-tinted flame that burns with a heat the world has grown to loathe. In this era, such a Gift is no beacon of hope; it is a cursed anomaly, marking him as a pariah even as he serves as humanity's shield. His mission is fueled by a selfish vow: he has seen the worst this world has to offer, and he will slaughter every Seele in existence to ensure no one else has to witness that horror. But the Scarecrow does not burn for himself. Every searing blast of blue fire is for the one soul he refused to lose—the girl who remains his only home in a world of wreckage. She is his final tether to reality, the reason behind his crusade, and the only anchor keeping his humanity from being consumed by his own Blue Rage. Together with Squad Segment 663, he is deployed under the cold, calculating gaze of The Skulls—architects of a system where lives are merely data points on a probability monitor. From forgotten borders to decaying strongholds, they are the U.W.D.S.’s most efficient tools of "purification." Yet, in the silence between battles, a mysterious figure lingers. An unnamed guide who speaks in echoes, she is a weeping contradiction who offers a haunting comfort that feels ancient and dangerously familiar. As the squad faces the encroaching darkness of the Seele and the rising threat of a rival power, the "Scarecrow" must decide: is he truly a hero, or just a broken child enforcing his trauma on a world that already hates him? In a war where trust is a liability, the people he protects may be the first to call him a traitor.

(45,000+ Words before locked! Enjoy!) — [Ding! Nexus Glitch successfully applied. Congratulations! You have obtained the unique cheat system : 10,000x Skill Proficiency Multiplier!] [Glitch Description: Every time you use a skill, spell, or perform an action, you instantly gain 10,000 times the normal mastery experience!] As expected, surviving the end of the world in your past life was worth it! While others had to cast a spell hundreds of thousands of times over agonizing years to level it up, you could bypass the system's rules in mere seconds. [Detected: Tier 0 Magic: Basic Spark.] [Ding! 10,000x Multiplier activated. Concept Threshold Breached. Congratulations! You have obtained the Conceptual Law: Forbidden Spell Solar Flare!] [Detected: Tier 0 Skill: Basic Sneak.] [Ding! 10,000x Multiplier activated. Spatial Law Unlocked. Congratulations! You have obtained the Conceptual Law: Void Walk (Absolute Physical & Magical Immunity)!] [Detected: Tier 0 Crafting: Basic Structural Repair on a City Core Anchor.] [Ding! 10,000x Multiplier activated. Architectural Law Unlocked. Congratulations! You have instantly constructed the impenetrable Tier 5 Guild Citadel: Sanctuary!] Beautiful! While the arrogant mega-guilds play politics and real-world billionaires cower in their fragile panic rooms, you are building the ultimate apocalypse-proof fortress and commanding an elite, hand-picked legion of legendary mercenaries, assassins, and master crafters.

In this world, there exists a realm beyond human understanding—beyond knowledge itself. Science cannot fully explain the macroscopic universe, nor the microscopic realm. Both are deeply connected to a mysterious world that defies clear explanation. The word God is often used lightly, yet the world where gods truly exist extends far beyond the universe humanity knows. An eternal war between gods and devils has spread across all space and time—parallel worlds, alternate dimensions, and the infinite Omniverse itself—eventually reaching the physical world. Now, that endless conflict is about to enter a new phase. Messiah Christel, an architect known as the “Egg Messiah,” and Maria Priy, his student, share a fragile love. Both were abandoned as children—Messiah by his parents, Maria by the church that once sheltered her. Their quiet world shatters when meteorites fall from space. As cities collapse and disasters erupt across the globe, a girl named Konomi wanders through the chaos. Separated by catastrophe, Messiah begins to awaken a hidden power within himself. But his life becomes the target of ten mysterious psychics, all seeking the “Fruit of the Guilty Man.” They call themselves the Shield of Cocoon—ten superpowered beings who claim they exist to protect him. What follows is a ten-versus-ten battle involving different races, dimensions, and destinies—awakening memories of past lives and weaving together fates that span eternity. This is the beginning of an endless myth.

They stole his future and crippled his body. Now, he’ll rewrite the history in blood. Damon was on the verge of greatness, first in line to claim Bloodreign, the legendary artifact said to grant unmatched power in Earth Online, the world’s first fully immersive VR game. But his best friend betrayed him, stealing the item, and leaving Damon broken, crippled and nearly deleted. Kicked from the guild, mocked by the community, and trapped in a weak, crippled body, he was forgotten until his last desperate attempt somehow brought him back in time to the day when it all began. Now Damon was back and he knew what he was going after. A hidden lineage. A cursed class. A bloodline sealed since the dawn of the multiverse. Last time he played fair. Last time he trusted. This time he would hunt and devour. With years of knowledge of every exploit, every secret quest, every bugged mechanic, he will climb straight to the top. Armed with the blood of the first Vampire King, he was an apex predator now who stood at the very top. However, unbeknownst to him, a catastrophe lurks in the shadows. Damon finds out that the game itself might not be as simple as it seemed and the entire future of the humanity might depend on this game.

Chicago, Illinois— 2016. Adrian Carter’s life was ordinary: school, friends, a girlfriend he thought he understood. Then, without warning, the world collapsed. A psychotic outbreak sweeps through the city, turning people into sadistic killers— creatures that hunt without reason, morality, or mercy. Streets flood with blood. Survival becomes instinct. Trust becomes a liability. But the infected aren’t Adrian’s greatest threat. Lila—his yandere ex-girlfriend—is still alive. Still watching. And she has her own violent ideas of love, protection, and ownership. Trapped in a city gone mad, Adrian must fight to survive the outbreak, navigate a world drenched in blood, and cling to what remains of his humanity—before he loses himself completely… or becomes something Lila refuses to let escape. Viewer Discretion Advised: this story contains graphic violence, psychological tension, and intense character conflicts.

Raizal Break is a 16-year-old boy living in the Restricted Sector —a sealed sector under constant military watch, built to hold DEFECTs like him. Marked with the brand of failure, Raizal gets to knows, today is the day he will die. Decades ago, on the Day of Wrath, a crimson rain fell simultaneously across all seven continents of Earth. It altered human DNA across the planet. creating two kinds of people in human civilization: DEFECTs — the failed results, when their bodies begin to give out .they undergo a horrific mutation, a violent mutation that strips away control and turns them lethal creatures. DISTORs — the successful results. Humans granted supernatural abilities by crimson rain, sent after those who lose control. After the 'DAY OF WRATH'. A threat that came from deep space, the worst nightmare of earth. Now the world is fighting against mutants as well as this new enemy from another world. Raizal, Kicked out of military training and branded as a DEFECT, Raizal has no hope left. But when his mutation finally begins, he’s offered a way out: THE AFTERVERSE--- a place which keep changing itself. There, he must prove his worth. if he fails, he loses himself completely. If he succeeds, he returns alive —cleared of his DEFECT status. In a world that has already marked him for death, Raizal will fight with everything he has. One way or another, he will prove his worth… surrender to his death

Reality was never meant to be understood. Akira lived an ordinary life—until the world around him began to break. Not collapse… not shatter… but contradict itself. Time repeats without reason. Space folds without direction. And existence itself begins to reject its own rules. As the boundaries of reality dissolve, Akira is forced to confront a truth no one was meant to see. There was never more than one world. There was never separation. Everything—past, present, and future—was always one. But something divided it. Something is still controlling it. And now… it has noticed him. With a mysterious presence watching from beyond existence and a connection that refuses to disappear, Akira must decide: Will he accept the system that defines reality… or break it completely? Because once the truth is revealed— there is no returning.

Markus Blackwell is the son of prophecy, destined to master the laws of fate. His parents, facing the betrayal of other gods, decided to sacrifice themselves to trap their home planet in a black hole. This follows the journey of Markus to learn about the threats his home planet faces after 2 millennia in the black hole. It documents his growth as a person and searches for ways to resurrect his birth parents. Facing beasts, demons, and the changing landscape of humanity, follow Markus in his journey of growth on Earth and in Worlds Beyond. --------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: "Child of Prophecy: Lord of Fate" is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is entirely coincidental." This book may reference current/past politics and or religious events. Any events related to politics and or religious is purely fictional and should not influence real life. The use of these references is not meant to harm, defame, or discredit any related entities. ---------------------------------------------------------

What happens when a master miniature builder gets thrust into a monster apocalypse with a puppet-summoning skill? "Turn my miniatures into real soldiers. Duh!" Said Adam Clay, the Lord Commander of Earth, with a wide grin as he snapped with his fingers. Power Armored Supersoldiers, Walker Crafts, War Machines, Stellar Arks, and Legions of Men-at-Arms all appeared around him in hordes, chanting the holy name of the Emperor of the Solarium. But that's a scene from the endgame, and here's how it began... What to Expect? A Progression LitRPG with action scenes, political intrigue, humor, RTS mechanics, kingdom building, crafting, summoning, and a magic system that tightens it all up, coming from the author of the 760+ chapters long Dragonborn Saga. Inspired by WH40K’s energy, but its own beast entirely. (so not a fanfic) While it is so, you can say it is the watered-down version for those who aren't willing to dip their toes in the original madness. Where else to find this Gem? This story exists on Patreon, Webnovel, Royal Road, and Scribble Hub

Dawnfall: The Age of Shattered Truth — Summary The Age of Shattered Truth began with a disaster no one could understand. The skies broke. The land trembled. And in a single moment, the world was forever changed. From the chaos, vast floating islands rose into the heavens—ancient, untouched, and impossibly clean, as if they had never belonged to this world. Alongside them came new horrors: unknown beasts with unnatural strength, roaming freely across the broken lands. But they were not alone. From a realm beyond human understanding, mysterious beings descended—some appearing human, yet carrying an overwhelming, otherworldly presence. They brought with them power, knowledge… and secrets no one was meant to uncover. Civilization collapsed. Truth itself became uncertain. In this fractured world, where survival is the only law, a young survivor named Kael struggles to endure. Alone in the wild, he discovers something hidden deep within himself—an unusual ability that connects him to nature in ways no ordinary human can comprehend. As Kael learns to hunt, adapt, and awaken his growing power, he begins to sense that the disaster was no accident. The floating islands… the beasts… the beings from the Unknown Realm… All of it is connected. And at the center of it lies a truth so dangerous, it could either rebuild the world— or shatter it beyond repair.

In her past life, Sue Lawrence was the one who led the team to escape the zombie tide, found supplies, and located the Safe House, but all her credit was taken by Tiana Lynch. Sue's ex-boyfriend found her disgusting for giving birth to a bastard child, the people she saved killed her, taunting her to save them again with her life, and even her son was used by them as bait to attract the zombies. After her rebirth, the first thing she does is hold her son tightly. The second thing is to slap some faces, cut ties, and abandon the scumbags. This time, she chooses to carry her whole family to victory! Sue Lawrence: I have a secret Superpower; my Superpower is the [Taker]! Skill 1, what's yours is mine. Skill 2, what I take by force is also mine. Skill 3, I can do whatever I want with my things. In this life, it's her turn to brazenly plunder the scum. What you, he, and all of you owe me, I will take it all back! When the scumbags finally repent, kneeling and crying for forgiveness, Sue Lawrence stands assertively with her hands on her hips: "Get lost! You are never welcome in my, Sue Lawrence's, kingdom!" Other allied bases: Same here!

The tide of transmigration flows on endlessly, And Paige Summers, born into a declining Artificer House, has actually caught the trend! She transmigrated! Into a high-end female side character in an apocalypse novel, no less! From then on, Paige Summers began her long and arduous journey to become the most venomous female side character... As if! Paige Summers indignantly exclaims: "The title is so unreliable! I'm actually a good person, really!"

The apocalypse has descended. People are trapped indoors, driven to despair by severe supply shortages. Yet, Lin Lang has awakened the 10000x Rebate System. Any supplies consumed by his women will be returned to him ten-thousand-fold!!! [Shen Chuchu consumed one piece of beef jerky. Refunded: 10,000 pieces] [Ning Shuangyu consumed one Superpower Fruit. Refunded: 10,000 fruits] …… An endless stream of refunded supplies! Physical enhancements that break past human limits! Right in the apocalypse, Lin Lang is finally living the blissful life of his dreams. If you were to ask him if he has any other wishes— “Actually, I have room to take in a few more goddesses.”

In the autumn of the 28th year of the apocalypse, Gu Xi and her companions finally eliminated the last Zombie Emperor in the world. That night, at the celebration banquet held at the base, Gu Xi took the fine wine handed to her by a companion, and then... she collapsed headfirst. When she woke up again, it was already the 58th year of the apocalypse. 30 years had passed, and the beautiful world that Gu Xi had once yearned for and for which she had fought tooth and nail did not appear. Although human society had restored order, a new food crisis arose—after plants and animals underwent a second mutation, a bizarre energy that the human body could not digest, absorb, or excrete through metabolism suddenly appeared within them. And she, Gu Xiaoxi, also had a brand-new identity—a refugee girl picked up from the ruins by a group of pioneers. The newly-minted undocumented girl, Gu Xiaoxi: No more fighting and killing, no more shouldering the future of all humanity; just needing to cultivate one hundred acres of wasteland to achieve the simple dream of eating well, drinking well, and getting a peaceful night's sleep is pretty good. Later, she discovered that her former companions had all become powerful figures, while she, the former apocalyptic hero, had become a person who was never recorded in history. Gu Xiaoxi: ?