Sage_of_Eyes

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 35

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 35

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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Winning in society has always been about manipulating the system for your benefit. Sure, leaving it alone and doing nothing to it will be for the best for everyone, but what’s best for everyone isn’t the absolute best for yourself. Humans are inherently selfish creatures, therefore those with the know-how, ability, and time to invest in bettering their posit...

Somehow, the Countryside is Different 8

Somehow, the Countryside is Different 8

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Commissioned by Arksoul

Wordcount: 2500

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The medical check-up happened without a hitch.

Unfortunately, for some reason my body became incredibly stressed by dying and being put into numerous situations where death was fast approaching. Gensokyo, apparently, didn’t get the memo that normal people in supernatural situations should be tougher than normal. 

Still, surprisingly, being...

Point Zero (_.8)

Point Zero (_.8)

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Commissioned by Ichypa 

Wordcount: 2000

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There are many ways to defeat an individual who has succumbed to Infection.

Those who fall to the predations of the ancient bioweapon typically lose their sense of self, so that they become weapons of terror intended to destabilize an entire biosphere. Such creatures are powerful, but they work off instinct, and are barely capable of working with one another, let alone having a...

Scarlet 16

Scarlet 16

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Commissioned by Sivantic

Wordcount: 2500

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Congratulations, Taylor Hebert, you’re a man now!

Ddraig has been repeating the same phrase for fifteen minutes, and has shown no signs of stopping. Why would he, when it was a perfect turn of phrase to use to salt my metaphorical wounds, while I did my best to get a grip on my current situation.

Rias Gremory hanging off my arm.

Asia gripping my wrist with ...

AGG: Celeste Side Story: Primi Sanguinis Occisor

AGG: Celeste Side Story: Primi Sanguinis Occisor

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Commissioned by Citino

Wordcount: 2500

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If you’ve never awoken in the lap of a gorgeous blonde, bombshell’s lap, you’re missing out in life.

Especially if she’s got assets so amazing that you can’t see her face, when you wake up.

Seriously, I lean towards boring, typical relations with the opposite sex, but there’s something about waking up on a pillow of firm, plus...

Interlude: Reiser

Interlude: Reiser

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Arksoul

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An unfamiliar individual stood before me. 

Brown, straight hair cut to just above the shoulders. Pale skin lacking in scars surrounded a slim, sharp nose. One amber eye looked upon me, while the other lay hidden behind an eyepatch, alongside a scar that refused to fade. The tips of elfin ears poked out of straight hair.

My hand twitched at the sight of the strang...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 34

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 34

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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“Tanis. Henri. I asked for a means to deliver explosives at the enemy, and abandon after it’s fired. Something made out of materials we have on hand, so that they can be replaced… so what the hell is this?”

Now, given my limited understanding of medieval siege weaponry i.e. practically nothing besides crude descriptions from offhand memes on the in...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 33

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 33

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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Smothered by affection.

Given my former existence as an isolated otaku with anti-social tendencies, I’ve read enough Light Novels, Manga, and VNs of the adult variety to know what it means. One could even say I’m an expert on subject matter, if they really, really wanted hurt my feelings. 

Anyway, disregarding my personal feelings, I’m fam...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 32

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 32

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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The reward for good work is more work.

So, assuming the opposite is true, bad work means less work.

Well, as any corporate slave would tell you, bad work means even more work, except that work is utterly inane, menial, and far more soul-crushing than the previous assignment.

Source: my wage-slave progenitors.

Now, there’s no need to rem...

Interlude: Fury

Interlude: Fury

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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In the darkness, there is only pain, hatred, and memory.

The flames remain within and without, as well as the feeling of insurmountable force. Bones continue to break, while muscle is scoured, and nerves are set alight. I feel my insides boiling, bursting, and searing my insides, while my armor heals my muscle and skin. I burn, burst, and become undone, only to be reforged a...

Rise Highschool AU: End

Rise Highschool AU: End

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Ihaxlikenoob

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Kuoh returned to a semblance of normalcy once everything got settled down.

Now, I dealt with a lot of things.

Many that I could’ve handled better.

But that’s beside the point. 

Lives get busy, intermix, and change, until you get to the point where you look back, and wonder how things ended up the way they did. Sometimes, you look back a...

Somehow, the Countryside is Different 7

Somehow, the Countryside is Different 7

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Commissioned by Arksoul

Wordcount: 2500

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Given how my last interaction with a dangerous Youkai went, I made the decision to simply answer questions as reasonably and logically possible, as to ensure that I didn’t die.

Again.

Unfortunately, Kazami Yuuka was about as crazy as expected.

How’d I realize this?

Well, it was based on the fact that she was interrogating me, keep...

A Gentleman’s Guide to Fantastic Beasts Chp 6

A Gentleman’s Guide to Fantastic Beasts Chp 6

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Commissioned by Citino

Wordcount: 2500

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There is no justice, glory, nor honor in war.

It is a heartless machine brought to life by those with power. The method for which countries seize more influence and wealth, through the acquisition of land and resources. Kingdoms, empires, and nations husband the lives of their citizens for the sake of creating a body of people from which to draw...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 31

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 31

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by None (Bonus Chapter).

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Ylstu was still celebrating the “victory” a week after our return. Returning home with all troops involved, as well as dealing a grievous blow to the enemy, apparently necessitated a long celebration. I permitted it, since Ur gave me the stink eye when I tried to intervene, but just about everyone else not involved in the operation actually did ...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 30

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 30

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Sivantic

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There’s no getting used to violence. Anyone who tells you otherwise is a psychopath who should get their brain checked.

Either by a therapist or a rock. 

I don’t judge. 

So, naturally, even with the glee of ending an Empire strike force, I felt sick looking upon the fortress.

The entirety of the fortress constructed by Iseka...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 29

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 29

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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If you’re not used to “making the most of what you have,” I’m sorry to inform you that you’ve lived a far more pleasant life that you probably thought you’ve had. 

And, to all of you people patting yourselves on the back thinking you’re better than them: thank you very much, for admitting that I’m better than you.

Because I’m s...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 28

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 28

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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There are severe limitations to having Harpies and Wyverns as a form of transportation. The biggest one is that they’re living, breathing creatures and not machines. They need to be trained, evaluated, and maintained on a person-by-person basis in every strategy. Talent is a factor, as is intelligence, temperament, and a whole slew of other things that make a ...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 27

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 27

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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On one hand, having Undead soldiers would be great.

On the other hand, the difference between being a slave-master and a commander of undead legions is very, very thin. 

While under most circumstances, I’m willing to do just about anything to fuck over the Empire in any shape, way, or form, I’ll have to put a resounding refusal to the concep...

Interlude: Kurama

Interlude: Kurama

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Wordcount: 2500

Commissioned by Shaderic

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Knowledge bows to experience, yet even experience falters before wisdom.

Those were mother’s words of advice in her latest letter, when I’d inquired of her what I could do to break past the shell of the man known as Hikigaya Hachiman. 

It was a pleasant way to tell me “keep trying, until you succeed” without the slightest care for me in the slightest. If...

Somehow, The Countryside Is Different. 6 (Oreigaru x Tohou)

Somehow, The Countryside Is Different. 6 (Oreigaru x Tohou) 

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Commissioned by Shaderic

Wordcount: 2500

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Reimu decided to question my choice of actions, once we were a few dozen, rapid paces away from the human village. 

“Why did you do that!?” Reimu was slightly breathless and slightly flushed from our brisk sprint away from the town. Thankfully, the small mob of hot-blooded young men I’d inspired to hate me didn’t...

Hearth

Hearth

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Commissioned by Sivantic 

Wordcount: 2500

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I awake in a wooden cabin. It is a small structure that lacks walls. The kitchen, living quarters, work area, and bedroom all are all situated in an open space. There is no stovetop, only a fireplace situated next to a kitchen with a small fridge and a sink. There are two sets of wires in the home, one for appliances and the other for lights, and both sets are simply tied against woo...

Rise Highschool AU 11

Rise Highschool AU 11

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Commissioned by Ihaxlikenoob

Wordcount: 2500

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I’m not special. 

There’s no reason why I should be given preferential treatment. I don’t have Miyakuro’s quick wit and intelligence, let alone his ability to make lucrative businesses. Sitri’s inheritance and ability to make that inheritance grow in high school wasn’t something I had. Most of the other guys attending Kuoh Academy were wealthier, b...

CORE Threat Evaluation: Fae

CORE Threat Evaluation: Fae

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Commissioned by Althero

Wordcount: 2500

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Overview:

The Fae are creatures composed of Light that interacted with base element of magic and took on differing forms. Many Fae of each “Court” are non-humanoid in nature with bodies resembling animals. It is speculated that many magical beasts that cannot be easily found, yet are referenced regularly in many myths, are Fae in nature. 

Due to the...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 27

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 27

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Commissioned by Shaderic

Wordcount: 2500

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Never did I think I’d be grateful that the Empire existed, but here I was glad to know that they were implementing disposable assets right on my doorstep.

“This month alone has seen the surrounding wildlands raided and pillaged by Empire adventurers backed by enforced elements of the Empire army.” Since I had funds, I had a map of Ylstu commissioned ...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 26

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 26

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Commissioned by Shaderic

Wordcount: 2500

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Anyone who claims that they’re irreplaceable aren’t, while those who are don’t need to claim that they are. Everyone is inclined to believe that they’re important and worth the time of others. However, the truth is that those who are worth anything in society don’t need to do anything besides exist and do what they always do. They don’t fear being ou...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 25

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 25

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Commissioned by Shaderic

Wordcount: 2500

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I suppose that if I were in some Shonen battle harem manga, my little escapade with Ur would have us separated in an instant, while we fled from my suddenly active Lich employee. There’d be a panel where she slips on a banana peep, then I’d fly off in the distance, then land on another person I didn’t want to be enticed by my weaponized, Otome game knowled...

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 24

Unfortunately, I’m Not A Hero 24

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Commissioned by Shaderic

Wordcount: 2500

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Suffering is relative. 

Wait.

Allow me to explain instead of just shooting out a line that’s just added for the sake of appearing smart. It’s impossible for one person to understand another person’s suffering completely. One person’s absolute worst moment can easily not compare to another’s. Worst moments are a matter of personal exper...

A Gentleman’s Guide to Fantastic Beasts Chp 5

A Gentleman’s Guide to Fantastic Beasts Chp 5

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Commissioned by Citino

Wordcount: 2500

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Treatment of malnutrition is an intricate affair. The first requirement is the evaluation of the malnutrition in question. Survivors of famines in my former existence recount having difficulty eating rich foodstuffs, often expelling it laboriously from their already-aggrieved bodies due to the food’s incompatibility with their withered form. Treatme...

Rise Highschool AU 10

Rise Highschool AU 10

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Commissioned by Ihaxlikenoob

Wordcount: 2500

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I’ve been in Rias’s room before, because I knew her since we were kids. We didn’t have the strange, neighboring patios right next to our rooms or anything, but our houses were just a few paces away. It’d been a surprise that she was apparently the princess of a small nation almost the size of a Japan along with her sister… especially since she was an otaku amon...

Sanctioned 5

Sanctioned 5

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By Ichypa

Wordcount: 1000

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The two Sheriff spat on my boot and levelled a glare at me that would stop a raging, roided-up superhuman in their tracks.

“You have ten minutes to tell me what the hell you want, before I kick you out.” But he was willing to actually speak to me, while the rest of the town glared at me, spread rumors, and spat at me behind my back. This man, at least, was willing to do it all right in my...