cave of the forlorn

Disasters descended one after another, like updates in a game: Rampant virus (Completed), Magnetic storms (Completed), Extreme cold catastrophe (Completed), Torrential floods (Completed), Scorching heat waves (In progress).

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One day I woke up inside a cave. There were luminous crystals in the walls, one huge crystal in the center of the room and a collapsed tunnel leading to God only knows where. I tried digging the entrance but human hands are not exactly the best tools for digging and there were no other tools around, so after a few hours of useless efforts I gave up. Time passed and nothing changed, but instead of getting weaker and weaker with the passing of the time, I got stronger. I felt no hunger, no thirst, I didn't even get sleepy. "Can somebody tell me what the heck is going on!?" And then, I got the answer. ---------------------------------//-------------------- Quick summary: The story is about an archaeologist guy who wakes up in a cave and discover he is now a dungeon lord. The story progress as he finds out more about his position, how the dungeon works and their place in the present world. Through the story he creates a farm in his own dungeon, summon some creatures to help him out, develops a business relationship with the outside, learns some magic, discover some hidden truths of this world, meets many people, make some friends and some enemies and eats as many turpins as he wants without ever getting fat. ---------------------------------//-------------------- 5 chapters per week + bonus IF I have time... ---------------------------------//-------------------- The cover image is a royalty free photo, taken from the site www.nicepik.com https://www.nicepik.com/people-inside-cave-lanzarote-dark-light-bill-green-plant-hole-output-tunnel-grotto-free-photo-820046

In the midst of political intrigue and warfare during the founding of the Majapahit Kingdom, Jagat Wengi, a cunning and individualistic 25-year-old book thief, takes center stage. As he navigates the treacherous landscapes of both the martial arts world and the royal court, Jagat Wengi undergoes a remarkable transformation from villain to Anti-Hero. Torn between conflicting loyalties and a quest for redemption, he becomes known as “The Mute of The Demon Cave” after a fateful encounter leaves him voiceless. Armed with secret arts and fueled by revenge, Jagat Wengi embarks on a perilous journey to seek justice against those who betrayed him. Blending elements of fantasy, including magic, mysticism, and local myths, this historical fiction offers an enthralling tale of power, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of goodness in a world steeped in darkness.

A world where the [Demon King] was defeated by a [Hero] that came from another world. People carelessly forgot about their fear of the [Demon King] and of monsters, living peacefully. In a forgotten and run-down cave in the mountains, a new monster that should not have been born was given birth. The monster’s name was the [Black Ooze]. It was nothing exceptional other than its black color, an ordinary slime. However, this slime had the special characteristic of being able to take the abilities of the living things it swallowed. It preyed on an insect that had paralytic poison, as well as other animals. Following that, it attacked a human, obtaining his knowledge and [Desire]. Before long, the monster established its target as the female mage that came to explore the cave. This world still wasn’t aware. [A Monster Was Born]…

For a year yes a total of 365 days I have been in a dark cave without food or water. But how have I survived so long you ask? Simple I learn cultivation and used the energy of the earth to survive. But now you might ask why have I not left well that is also simple when I arrived to this world and was trapped in this cave I gained a system. But it has been a year and today it has finally loaded up and I can finally leave this place. (I'll write once and a while so don't expect constant updates)

Eamon, a struggling everyman, finds himself thrust into a mysterious world along with a system. Upon arrival, he discovers there is people designated as lords, each bestowed with unique powers by an enigmatic system. Eamon, initially devoid of any special abilities, steals the necromancer talent and the lordship from a lord. As Eamon rises to power, he navigates treacherous politics, forging alliances and battling rivals in his quest for dominance. _____________ Check out my song Au-delà de Moi by Rivage des Rêves.

Derek, a 17 year old, finds himself thrown into a chaotic battle of survival filled with betrayals and losses. It was a normal day when Derek and his classmates headed out for a field trip along with their homeroom teacher. They are brought to a village located in the middle of nowhere. The village dominated by a cult called 'The Order' has every intention of using the lives of these students as sacrifice for a man called Griezman who claims to be their god. Derek has no intention of dying in this pathetic place. "I'll do anything to get out of here!" Seems like Derek wasn't the only one with this goal in mind. "There is no one you can trust but yourself". The words he desperately wanted to forget, will he prove it to be wrong and will he have a painful realization of the bitter truth?

In a world ravaged by monstrous creatures emerging from mysterious portals known as Caves, humanity faces one of the most devastating raids in history. As Caves begin appearing across the globe, unleashing chaos, all available hunters are dispatched to contain the threat. One elite guild becomes trapped inside a high-level Cave with no reinforcements in sight—except for one man: Maximus Knight, widely known as the weakest of all awakened hunters. Desperate, the Hunters Association reluctantly sends Maximus on what seems like a suicide mission. Against all odds, he succeeds in rescuing the elite hunters—but dies in the process. No statues were raised. No one mourned him. He was forgotten. Years later, Maximus awakens in the body of his 16-year-old self, reborn into a changed world. But something is different this time—he's been chosen by a mysterious and powerful system, one unlike anything the world has seen. A system that calls him its Player. The world has moved on without him. A new generation of hunters is being trained at Bladelight Academy, named after the hero believed to have saved the world during that fateful raid. Now, Maximus returns—not as the weak hunter he once was, but as something else entirely. As he navigates the academy, makes new allies and enemies, and uncovers the truth behind his death and rebirth, he begins to realize… He’s no longer playing by the world’s rules. The system is shaping him into a force no one is prepared for. DROPPED DO NOT READ!

Qin Yao opens her eyes and finds herself transmigrated from a post-apocalyptic world into the body of an ancient peasant woman. Her family consists of four stepchildren needing care. A good-for-nothing husband, who has nothing but looks, is causing a ruckus. They live in a thatched hut, without a grain of rice, the family is emaciated like refugees. If that wasn't enough, someone even comes to collect debts! Anger rises in Qin Yao's heart, and she kicks the wretched husband out, "Debt collector, feel free to just beat him to death!" The four stepchildren: !!! With the world quieted, Qin Yao rolls up her sleeves to revive the family. Hunting, carrying bags, fighting bandits, she's an expert in all. But facing the fields, with her back to the sky, and her face to the earth, even a top-tier fighter from the post-apocalyptic world waves her hand: Can't take it! Really can't take it! Qin Yao scratches her head: In the ancient times where agricultural taxes are extremely high, how can I avoid farming? At this moment, the lazy husband who was sent away to die (twisting and crawling) (struggling to stand up) (screaming and roaring): My dear! I think I can be saved!