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"Everybody wants to rule the world... even if it's a destroyed one."
Three great powers divide the known world. One of them is on track to offset this power balance as it seemingly undertakes the grand task of unifying the world. After 100 years of brutal economic, military, political, and even religious campaigns, the Republic of Dalreida has achieved a vast empire stretching from the Cargan Ports to the Aramathian Desert. May they be gods and goddesses, or princes and princesses, the rising republic has embarked on depriving nation upon nation of self-governance.
In the midst of all these, Dalreida's primary personality, Lord Piso, has been serving as the republic's dictator for six years. Entering his seventh year in office, he shocked allies and enemies alike with a hazy calendar reform. Along with it is a pledge to pass on the reins of power after the so-called "longest term." Then again, to whom will it be passed? Or will it be passed down at all? With so much at stake during the "longest term," what does Piso's gamble entail for Dalreida and the world? Will it bring heaven on earth? Will all hell break loose instead? Or something else in between to purge the world of everything it ever had?
The Countdown to Inferno has begun.
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Countdown to Inferno by Al Raposas
Planning Commenced: 28 January 2019
Writing Commenced: 20 February 2019
Book 1 Announced: 3 August 2019
Original Run: 20 January to 10 February 2020
Royal Road Run: 14 July to 28 July 2021
Author's note: Original work. This is my first shot at a fantasy novel, so please, please be gentle and enjoy reading! Cover art is not mine.
Peak rank in category: Second (2)
1st place, Gemstone Awards (Fantasy)
1st place, Love Yourself Awards (Mystery/Thriller Category)
2nd place, Chaos Awards (Mystery/Thriller Category)
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Chapter Selections
1. Chapter 1: Bayan Mission
2. Chapter 2: Homeland Insecurity
3. Chapter 3: Secret Order
4. Chapter 4: Seaside Miracle
5. Chapter 5: Divine Threat
6. Chapter 6: Aramathi Coup
7. Chapter 7: Bel Kabab
8. Chapter 8: Riding Winds of Change
9. Chapter 9: Twelve Disciples
10. Chapter 10: Commitment Renewed
11. Chapter 11: Hallowing Stage
12. Chapter 12: Forbidden Chamber
13. Chapter 13: Triskaidean League
14. Chapter 14: The Oracle of Telo
15. Chapter 15: Excalator Strikes
16. Chapter 16: Exiled Blade
17. Chapter 17: Archipelagic Doctrine
18. Chapter 18: Lopsided Showdown
19. Chapter 19: Every Victory A Tear
20. Chapter 20: Moral Compass
21. Chapter 21: Beggar King
22. Chapter 22: Eighteen Staffs
23. Chapter 23: Unhappy Birthday
24. Chapter 24: Capricious Atmosphere
25. Chapter 25: Varying Interpretations
26. Chapter 26: Copper Horde
27. Chapter 27: Nomadic Shock
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Voidscape: Calamity
With the world undergoing a great change, Knights that have long since been forgotten now must gather themselves and rise up to the task at hand.Far too few have noticed the increase in monster attacks.Far too many are too focused on overthrowing the empire.The powerful few turn a blind eye to it all.A peaceful life is no longer an option.
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Beatrice Amalia is magically conceived in a moment of passion between the richest Viscountess in the Antara realm and a woman she's hired as an, ah, artisan. She is the only one of the Viscountess' children to be born with golden eyes, so she's the only one who can inherit the Artoi name. Or, What do you do when your birth ruined countless ambitious plans? Why, have fun of course.
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The Wyrm King
A warrior, drenched by war after war had become tired of it. He cast his weapons down and picked up farming, a peacful work. A much more beneficial line of work as well. His life was just beginning to settle down when once again war creeped into his life. His village was attacked! He was the only survivor and he was saved by a Wizard. He vowed for revenge and set out on a quest that will gain him not only glory and power but the thing he wanted most, to see his family again. This is a tale of old, a tale of revenge, betrayal, and a tale of honor. This warrior does not know what his fate will bring him, but he does know, his revenge will be swift.
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The most human elf in Shaylet - Paused until further notice
The elves are a race that pride themselves in the purity of their blood, in their natural beauty and in their mastery of archery. They love nature and hate those that defile it. Finch is nothing like them. He could care less about nature. The most elven thing about him is his ears and boyish face. He grew up enslaved by racist nobles and escaped the first chance he got. Taking odd jobs to make enough to get by, he honed his skill in the sword and became an adventurer. This is about how his first big assignment from the guild might change the kingdom *This is the first fiction I have ever written, please be gentle.* This fiction is now on pause as I rewrite it. I am also working on another story at the moment. I will rework this story and hopefully improve upon it before I re-upload it. Until then my other story will be taking most of my attention. Thank you.
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