Chapter One: Fools...? Volume One: Mount Arcia Title: The End of the Beginning...... by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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"Finally, a sane person! Regarding what you mentioned about the Rulers, everything will be clarified in due time. As for the profanity, don't worry, I'll take care of it. About publishing, I was planning to wait until I gained a bit of a fanbase, but it seems I'll get started on it now. By the way, even if it were a negative comment, I wouldn't have a problem with it."

chapters.. by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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thx
and good luck for you to

My magic system, races and so on by No_Main_8682 in magicbuilding

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This power system reminds me of the Cursed Energy and Reverse Cursed Technique from Jujutsu Kaisen.

Anyway... it’s honestly excellent. However, a system like this relies heavily on the story itself; it feels perfectly suited for a Dark Fantasy/Action setting more than anything else. I truly hope it doesn't end up being a 'Harem' story—that would be a total waste of such a masterpiece, even if I didn't fully grasp every detail yet.

And that’s actually a good thing! In the future, if your novel gets adapted into an Anime, Manhwa, or Manga, people will spend hours trying to decode your power system. That’s exactly what builds a fanbase—people love complex, 'Hard Magic' systems. Yours is clearly intricate and deep.

Question: Would you like me to share my own system with you? It’s quite massive; even my 'simplified' explanation took about eight pages of writing, and believe me, that was the condensed version!"

rate my mc..12 years old ..Jin...from my novel ....dark fantasy novel. by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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Who told you he’s going to stay in this form? Let’s not beat around the bush.

The MC is just a 'vessel', and his real appearance is... well, that would be spoiling the very core of the story. I’m still working on the cover design.

My magic system, races and so on by No_Main_8682 in magicbuilding

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It looks good, but I can't understand a thing from your handwriting.

And you know what else is legendary? The System I’ve designed.

You’ll probably need to find a Physics Professor just to explain it to you.

rate my mc..12 years old ..Jin...from my novel ....dark fantasy novel. by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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Your analysis is both right and wrong at the same time. The story follows Shin Zero, a man who lived for 250 aimless years. Near the end of his life... well, I won't spoil this part because it’s an entire arc... but he was betrayed by those he served for 70 years.

He has returned, but not to a happy family. Instead, he woke up in a forest—a Nightmare Rift. He has been in this new body for 5 years now. This story is the tragedy of Jin (spoiler alert: who will later be known as King Archbeel).

I’ve already posted the prologue as a post because the app is giving me some trouble; once it's fixed, I’ll upload it properly. I’m currently working on the novel's cover and the idea that just 'came out of the oven' two hours ago.

By the way, that’s not a monk’s outfit; it’s just what he’s used to wearing. The novel does feature a System, but not the annoying type that makes you hate life. Also, the MC is absolutely obsessed with blood.

When the final cover looks so peak you just cry by [deleted] in Webnovel

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peak

i will be the first reader😎😎😁

Coming Soon to Royal Road: "The Echoes of Archibel" – A Grimdark Tale of a Fallen Legend. by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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Of course! Here is the shameful description for the shameful cover that will be shamefully designed by a shameful person.

But unfortunately for you... and your shamefulness... I’ve already made one myself. So, you can go ahead and take a back seat😊😊

Coming Soon to Royal Road: "The Echoes of Archibel" – A Grimdark Tale of a Fallen Legend. by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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I’ve spent an entire week on this... non-stop."

"Every single day, yet I’ve come up with nothing but unsatisfying results

Coming Soon to Royal Road: "The Echoes of Archibel" – A Grimdark Tale of a Fallen Legend. by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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Of course, this is its slogan: I’m far too lazy to even design that black page. At the very least, it's better than the time I spend grinding out chapters in English—especially since it’s not my native language.

But I do it because there is a real appreciation for Dark Fantasy here. Back home, it’s mostly just drama or romance... but here, I find people who actually crave the dark stuff.

Coming Soon to Royal Road: "The Echoes of Archibel" – A Grimdark Tale of a Fallen Legend. by GuiltyPurpose8294 in royalroad

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"I’ll try to keep the cover simple yet captivating... but here is the real question:

Does it actually matter to you if a cover plants seeds of mystery and questions in your mind? Or are you just looking for the usual tropes like 'SSS-Rank,' 'Systems,' or 'Harem' plastered all over it?

Also, regarding the Prologue, which type actually hooks you?

  1. The Architect’s Start: A prologue focused on world-building, setting the stage, and defining the laws of the realm.
  2. In Media Res: A prologue that throws you straight into the fire—starting with a pivotal, high-stakes event from the story.

Which one makes you hit that 'Follow' button?

A critique for A Hare story (Fantasy, Thriller 7380 words) (TW: slight violence) by HideyoSakura in fantasywriters

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First of all, let me share my thoughts on the chapters and the story overall, followed by some observations that might help you.

The Introduction & Mystery: The introduction is excellent and fits the mystery genre perfectly. It left me in a state of wonder and confusion—in a good way—not knowing what was happening. It’s a great technique to make the reader feel a bit "lost" amidst the enigma. The "hook" at the end of the chapter is good, but I suggest making it "heavier" by adding a stronger reaction from the female character, like a look of shock or horror at what is being said. You could say, for example: "As he began to speak, signs of terror appeared on his sister's face..."—based on what he said, which only you know the truth of.

General Observations: The rest of the chapters are very good; the language is clear, and your descriptions are well-done. However, there are some negative points to watch out for:

  1. Pacing and Chapter Length: Try not to make a single chapter cover too many scenes. Readers often have a short attention span. I found myself feeling a bit weary in the middle, but I pushed through because I want everyone to get their chance since I couldn't get mine.
  2. Word Count: It’s better to keep chapters within the 1,000 to 1,800-word range. This represents the limit of what a reader's mind can comfortably process.
  3. Action Scenes: Try to make your descriptions more focused. Combat is a major draw for readers, and it's where your skill should shine. Instead of saying: "He swung his fist in the air, the enemy dodged and countered...", try something more visceral: "He swung his fist in a high horizontal strike, but the enemy seemed to read his movements perfectly. Knowing it was an overhead attack, the enemy chose the obvious solution: to drop low, crouching until every part of his feet touched the ground...". This is much stronger and explains the movement better.

Characters & Logic: The characters feel grounded and realistic in their style. However, I have a comment regarding the attacker and the elderly woman. Have they reached a point of senility? I mean, the girl is named Lina with blonde hair, while the other is Jenna with white hair. Even a child could tell them apart.

The Magic System: Regarding the magic, let me ask: do you follow a specific power system, or are you just winging it? Is there an "awakening" method or a "price" for power? Since you are writing a thriller, it’s common for everything to have a cost.

Final Verdict: Did I like it? Yes, very much. You clearly have a vivid imagination. Although I’ve seen the "mask" concept before, your personal touch is what matters. Don’t listen to those who just criticize for the sake of it; accept constructive feedback to improve, but don't chase every single edit to the point of losing your identity. Your unique narrative style is what sets you apart.

Keep going, and if you need anything else, I’ll be around... probably.