Kayden Ballard lives in Empire city, Paragon's dark twin - its Gotham to Paragon's Metropolis, and he's hit rock bottom.  Without some quick cash, he'll be out on the street - and from there, its a short step to dying on the streets.  With no hope left, he makes a decision that he can't possibly rea...

A Romeo and Juliet/ star crossed lovers type of story, but on an island. but not really romeo and juliet. just read it, its short.   (cover photo: Nini Baseema)...

Every picture perfect family is a little weird behind closed doors. In our case, a "little" may be an understatement....

I'll be blunt. I am NOT going to finish this story, not in its current state. That's why, I'm rewriting it from the very beginning. The new version of Forgotten, and the one that will have a proper ending, you can find here on Royal Road under a brand new title - Terra's Demons: Forgotten. Lucas, ...

Sylvester van Rouge has a peculiar super power where he can win anything he wants from a claw machine....

We, at the Kindness Institute, desire your participation (willingly or unwillingly) to unlock the cure for all of mankind’s sicknesses. We crave the participation (given or taken) to advance our research. Then came along Naomi as she fell into our laps. What follows is her subjective experience with...

The human brain is the most valuable resource on Earth. But only if you use it. You can’t just pile them in your basement. Doesn’t work. Candy is the Guardian of Humanity. It's not going well, but she's cautiously optimistic. A chatbot has destroyed the economy by being better at white collar jobs t...

As the youngest son of a Knight, Klive has to follow his family to the village of Lothar. Claiming the land awarded by the king, the compensation for their participation in the Monster Subjugations. Growing a small village into a city metropolis, they face unknown and monstrous threats whilst seekin...

A mysterious thief is terrorising the city, stealing valuables and demanding strange and humiliating prices for their return. The prince has been sent to "reassure the nobles", as though his presence is some kind of protection. The whole thing seems pointless, unless he can actually identify the thi...

This is an older story which I do not think is up to my current writing abilities. Read at your own risk. The Gods are dead As they bled dry, so did the magic which gave them birth. In the new era of technology, its pathetic remnants must hide in the shadows or be locked away. In the ancient era of...

Hello.  My name is Ultra.  I’m a virtually intelligent symbiont that will guide you to your goals.  Basically, if you provide the desire, I will provide the plan.  Peer reviewed studies show that my users have more money, friends, and sex than non-users.  They are also healthier, happier, and live l...

Travelling through time, space, and now dimensions, The Watcher arrives on the continent of Eltar of the planet of Tearha, chasing the mystery of the number '139'. As humans encroach on Valendra Forest, Adelaide Wiltkins, a rude elf with a forgotten past takes up arms to protect her home. Meanwh...

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The legend of Tal Harrenfel is sung across the Westreach — and with each telling, the tales grow taller. But though he’s declared a hero by his King, Tal has never claimed to be more than a man... After three decades of fighting warlocks, killing mythical beasts, and hunting enchanted treasure, Tal ...

Zack Vernon is an immortal Observer sent to watch the world on behalf of the Creator.  When his suicide attempt fails spectacularly and earns him a spot on the national news, the other Observers are drawn to him. They believe Zack to be the reincarnation of a rebellious Observer from a previous worl...

The Archangel program is the shining beacon of Nova. Serving as a special force operating outside the restrictions of the Novan Military, Archangel carries out high-risk and higher-reward missions against the Earth Liberation Army with unparalleled results.     For the people of the Earth Liberat...

As Nadier, the last of the dark elves, heads towards the land of ever-dark in hopes of finding remnants of his people, his forgotten past catches up to him and traps him in a twisted game of life and death. The journey to the top of the world requires him to go through the icy wasteland of Devara, w...

John, a normal boy who loves lazing around, sometimes eating biscuits, has a secret identity. He is actually the legendary hero known as Octopus Man, a caped hero with a trusty octopus plush perched on his head. Octopus Man needs to save the day from many weird and absurd threats to the world. John ...

Recover The Jackpot: A side story following SWEEP. An Arch Angel Team Leader of Delta Group set within the Scalpel Chronicle Universe.  This is a short story that was submitted to an Indie Magazine, but it was rejected. Therefore, You, my awesome fans and followers on Royal Road can enjoy it! :)...

It’s the mid 2010’s, justice systems grow ever more rigid as crime takes to the internet.  With a little help from a crowdfunding website, a newly forged team of superheroes is looking to fill in the gaps, and provide their backers with some cool merch along the way! Get all the updates straight fro...