Enzel Venera was the greatest mercenary of all time, taking down armies, killing monsters, and destroying everything in his way through raw power and brute strength. But that was years ago, during an age of war. Now, in the present, the nations enjoy a time of peace. Thus the era of adventurer...

Each weekend for this month, I will try to post a short writing prompt that is Christmas, winter holiday, or winter themed. I'll include the words I use at the beginning of each piece; that way, you can follow along too! This is my way of getting back into writing again. Thank you everyone fo...

In the rain-soaked alleys of Tokyo, broken souls still dream. Riki Yamade believes in nothing but survival. Once a prodigy, now an underground bartender, he drowns his ghosts beneath neon lights and cheap drinks. Betrayal and blood carved his past, leaving him hollow, cynical, and convinced th...

Arika had thrown a lot of pieces of herself in favor of becoming a society-conforming 28 years old adult, and it all could be tracked back to when her fantasy-loving, MMORPG playing grandmother left for heavens while still not in speaking terms with her. Guided by a mysterious black cat, Arik...

Reiji Kazama, a 17-year-old delinquent with bruised knuckles and a shattered heart, is known across Mishiro High for his short temper and constant brawls. He doesn’t trust adults, doesn’t care for grades, and his motto is: “The world hits first, so I hit back harder.” Another fight gone sidewa...

A problem ensued when two books in a library read by two girls had different endings.

Life isn’t far too different from a mirror. A mirror is known for reflecting what you’re already aware of. Whether it’s a passing glance or a perfect view of it, it’ll always show you what you're expecting to see. Without any kind of push, life will reflect the effort you’re trying to show. It’...

A short and nonsensical afterschool conversation between a "girl" named Ari and a guy absorbed in his phone game. What starts as casual small talk quickly turns into bizarre logic, absurd questions, and pure fun... ...for them, at least.

A young developer creates IRIS, an advanced AI with no predefined purpose. As they navigate questions of consciousness, identity, and emotion, both begin to explore what it truly means to feel, to choose—and to exist.

High schooler and fishing enthusiast Ryotarou finds himself all the more drained with every step he takes outside his comfort zone. But change is coming. The closer he gets to his classmate Katsumata Erika, the more aware he becomes of his feelings for her. But being a boy afraid of losing...