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Steampunk Apocalypse!

Steampunk Apocalypse!

Earth suffered apocalypse. All electronics over the world were destroyed. War and famine ravaged the lands. When humanity tried to rebuild, they discovered that most technology no longer worked. The laws that governed the world had changed! Steam technology rose in popularity after the apocalypse. Humanity entered a new golden age. Then, the seven nightmares attacked. Espers with strange powers appeared. Mutants took over most of the world. This was the beginning of the Mana Apocalypse! My name is Edward Tesla and I was born during the Mana Apocalypse. This is my story about trying to protect everything I care about in this living hell. My inventions will defeat the nightmares and save the world! Steam rifles, steam tanks, and steam mechs. My inventions will surpass them all! Extra Note from the author: Some of the early chapters are a bit rough and need rewritten. Most of the long-term fans come from Chapter 21 and up. I guarantee the story continues to improve from there as you continue reading. Political factions, wars, steam tech, mana mysteries, and more. Though the story starts in America, it also visits China, Europe, Africa, and other areas of the world later on. -------------------------------------------------- Note from author: This novel was the winner of the Steampunk writing contest. Chapter Length: Chapters usually average between 2200 to 2800 words. Chapter Updates: Daily Updates. Chapters are usually posted around 12:00 PM US EST time. -------------------------------------------------- Readers, if you enjoy the book I'd appreciate anyone that adds the following tags: Academy Action AntiHero Apocalypse Esper Fantasy Futuristic Setting HiddenGem Horror Kingdom Building Magic Mech Mecha Mutant Steampunk SwordAndMagic War Weak to Strong
Horror
194 Chs
Blood & Vapor: A Song of the West [A Steampunk Western]

Blood & Vapor: A Song of the West [A Steampunk Western]

Wasters. The word spreads like wildfire across the frontier—whispered in saloons, cursed in cathedrals. Born of rogue science and stitched metal, they’re outlaws in the eyes of the Church and monsters in the eyes of the world. Levi Wilson didn’t choose this life. Once a streetwise mercenary, he was captured, experimented on, and turned into something he doesn’t understand. Augmented with prototype Vaporguard tech and left with scars he can’t outrun, Levi escapes into a land already teetering on the edge—where the Church tightens its grip, bounty hunters chase Wasters for coin, and the Old World’s empire watches the New with hungry eyes. Now hunted and alone, Levi must learn to survive—not just the bounty hunters and Inquisition on his trail, but the growing power inside him. What begins as a fight to stay alive will drag him into something far greater: a war for the soul of the frontier, and maybe the world beyond it. **WHAT TO EXPECT** • Guns are outlawed—blades, fists, and augments rule the frontier • Alternate timeline where the Church controls global tech and power • Steam-powered war machines and brutal Inquisitors • Grounded, gritty combat with realistic consequences • Deep worldbuilding with political, cultural, and religious conflict • Third-person limited POV with strong character focus • No chosen ones, no prophecy—just survival • Slow-burn mystery and high-stakes tension • No harem • Earthsong magic with real costs, not flashy spells • Bounty hunters, Templar Knights, orphans, war criminals, and broken survivors
Fantasy
50 Chs
Is steampunk considered historical fiction?
Not really. Steampunk is more of a subgenre that combines elements of history with imaginative technology and alternate realities. It often takes place in a fictionalized version of the past rather than strictly adhering to historical facts.
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2024-10-07 16:58
What are the common themes in steampunk historical fiction?
One common theme is the clash between traditional and new technologies. In a steampunk historical fiction, you often see old - fashioned values and social structures being challenged by the rise of steam - powered inventions.
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2024-11-19 19:03
Can you recommend some good steampunk historical fiction books?
Sure. 'The Difference Engine' by William Gibson and Bruce Sterling is a great one. It combines the Victorian era with steam - powered technology in a really interesting way.
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2024-11-21 01:29
What is steampunk fiction?
Steampunk fiction is a genre that combines elements of science fiction and the Victorian era. It often features steam-powered technology, mechanical contraptions, and alternate histories.
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2024-09-28 07:54
Is steampunk a type of science fiction?
Steampunk is indeed science fiction. It takes inspiration from the industrial revolution and envisions alternate realities where steam is the dominant power source for all kinds of fantastic inventions and adventures.
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2024-10-02 16:24
Is steampunk science fiction or fantasy?
Steampunk can be seen as a blend of science fiction and fantasy. It typically features steam-powered machinery and scientific advancements set in a fictional world that may have elements of magic or the supernatural.
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2024-09-28 08:58
Is steampunk fantasy or science fiction?
Steampunk is mainly classified as science fiction. It's based on the idea of an alternate past or future where steam-powered technology is highly advanced and drives the story. However, it can have elements of fantasy mixed in to add an extra layer of creativity and imagination.
1 answer
2024-10-15 07:04
What is steampunk science fiction?
Steampunk science fiction is a genre that typically combines elements of Victorian-era technology and aesthetics with imaginative and often fantastical scientific concepts.
3 answers
2024-10-11 07:45
Is steampunk science fiction or fantasy?
Steampunk can be both! It often combines elements of both science fiction and fantasy. In some cases, it leans more towards science fiction with its focus on mechanical inventions and alternate histories. In others, it has more fantastical elements like magic and mythical creatures.
3 answers
2024-10-11 07:39
Is steampunk considered science fiction?
Yes, steampunk is typically regarded as a subgenre of science fiction. It often incorporates scientific and technological concepts in a Victorian or alternate historical setting.
3 answers
2024-09-28 10:29
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