Historical

Her Majesty’s Final Episode
Chapter 1 ‘Is there anything else James?’ ‘Yes, Your Majesty, one other thing. I’m sorry to inform you that Mr Dickens has passed away.’
By Nick Jordan4 years ago in Fiction
Extraterrestrial, First Contact.
"You must ....change....reset...", extreme static interrupted the words of the unclear transmission. They were expecting signals, sounds, but certainly not clear and precise words.
By Novel Allen4 years ago in Fiction
Ten of the Smallest (and Most Bizarre) Bank Robberies
When you think of a bank robbery, the typical movie scenes tend to come to mind. A group of criminal masterminds who have spent a tremendous amount of time studying bank floor plans and security carefully execute a plan to heist large sums of money with the hopes of never being caught.Additionally, given that someone caught robbing a bank faces a penalty of up to 20 years in prison, it would only make sense that anyone willing to commit such an offense would also be looking for their crime to “pay.”There have been incredibly large bank heists throughout history, such as the Dar Es Salaam bank robbery in 2007, where $282 million was taken. But below, you will read stories that are quite the opposite. From strange motives to fake weapons and loot that was gambled away, this list contains 10 of the smallest (and quite possibly the most bizarre) bank robberies.
By Liam Smith4 years ago in Fiction
For All Those Whom We Love and Value - Chapter Four
Prologue Chapter One Chapter Two Read the previous chapter here... Anthony Lockwood, Viscount Berrington, was not a man generally given to anxious fretting. Such men did not last long in the army, and while Anthony had certainly faced any number of fearful situations, he had fought his way through them. Still, he had not survived so long as a soldier by ignoring his instincts, either.
By Natasja Rose4 years ago in Fiction
In Search of the Yeti: The Quest for the Abominable Snowman
There is no mythical creature, it just a creature hiding from humans to save their life Introduction: The yeti, also known as the abominable snowman, is a mythical creature that is said to live in the Himalayan mountains of Nepal and Tibet.
By John Rohith4 years ago in Fiction
Underwater Mystery: Detective Smith Investigates
Introduction: Detective John Smith was known for his keen eye and quick thinking, qualities that had served him well in his many years as a detective. So when he received a call from the Navy requesting his assistance in investigating some strange occurrences on board the submarine, the USS Phoenix, he didn't hesitate to accept.
By Ajay4 years ago in Fiction
"The Cursed Sword: A Tale of Courage, Determination, and the Battle Against to Overcome a Dark Curse"
Akira Kageyama was the strongest and most skilled karate practitioner in all of Japan. He had won every tournament he had entered and was considered a national hero. But despite his many accomplishments, Akira was not satisfied. He yearned for a greater challenge, a way to test his true strength and skill. One day, Akira received a mysterious invitation to participate in a secret tournament held in a remote village in the mountains. The invitation promised a prize beyond his wildest dreams, but also warned of great danger and an opponent unlike any he had faced before. Intrigued and eager for a new challenge, Akira accepted the invitation and set out on the journey to the mysterious village. As he climbed higher into the mountains, the air grew colder and the path more treacherous. Akira's journey took him through dense forests and across rickety bridges, but he did not falter. Finally, after many days of travel, Akira reached the village. It was a small and humble place, surrounded by a dense mist that seemed to envelope the entire valley. Akira was greeted by the tournament's host, an old man with a long white beard and piercing eyes. The old man introduced himself as Master Jin and explained that the tournament was held every hundred years to determine the worthy wielder of the Cursed Sword. The Cursed Sword was a legendary weapon, imbued with immense power and a dark curse. It was said that the sword had the ability to grant its wielder immense strength and magical abilities, but also brought great danger and tragedy to those who possessed it. Master Jin explained that Akira was the only one who had been chosen to participate in the tournament, and that he would have to face the current wielder of the Cursed Sword in a final showdown. Akira was both excited and apprehensive at the prospect of facing such a powerful opponent, but he knew he could not back down from the challenge. He vowed to defeat the current wielder and claim the Cursed Sword as his own. The final showdown took place at the top of a towering mountain, where the Cursed Sword was kept. As Akira faced off against the current wielder, a powerful and skilled swordsman, the skies darkened and the winds howled. The two warriors clashed, their swords ringing out as they fought with all their strength and skill. Akira was pushed to his limits, but he refused to give up. With every blow, he grew stronger and more determined. Finally, with a mighty cry, Akira struck the final blow and defeated his opponent. He claimed the Cursed Sword as his own and held it aloft, feeling its power surge through his veins. But as he stood triumphant, Akira felt a dark presence stirring within him. He knew that the curse of the Cursed Sword had taken hold, and that he would have to face its trials and dangers for the rest of his days. Despite the danger, Akira knew that he could not turn back. He was the worthy wielder of the Cursed Sword, and it was his duty to protect the world from its power. As he descended the mountain, Akira faced the future with a fierce determination and a heart filled with both fear and excitement. He knew that the road ahead would be long and difficult, but he was ready to face whatever challenges came his way. As Akira returned to the village with the Cursed Sword in hand, he was greeted as a hero by the people who lived there. They hailed him as the chosen one, the one who had been destined to wield the Cursed Sword and protect the world from its power. But Akira knew that he could not rest on his laurels. He knew that the curse of the Cursed Sword would bring great danger and trials, and he needed to be ready to face them. He spent the next few weeks training with Master Jin, who taught him how to harness the power of the Cursed Sword and control its magic. Akira learned to channel the sword's energy into powerful attacks and defensive barriers, and he became even stronger and more skilled than before. As he prepared for the challenges ahead, Akira received word of a great threat to the kingdom. A powerful dark sorcerer had emerged from the shadows, intent on claiming the Cursed Sword for his own. Akira knew that he could not let this happen. He gathered a group of brave warriors and set out to face the dark sorcerer, determined to stop him at any cost. The two sides clashed in a fierce battle, with Akira and the dark sorcerer locked in a fierce duel. The Cursed Sword glowed with a fierce light as Akira used its power to defend against the sorcerer's dark magic. But despite his best efforts, Akira was no match for the dark sorcerer's power. Just when it seemed that all hope was lost, a bolt of lightning struck the dark sorcerer, causing him to lose control of his magic and be consumed by his own power. As the dark sorcerer vanished in a burst of smoke and flame, Akira knew that he had won the day. He had protected the Cursed Sword and saved the kingdom from the threat of darkness. But he also knew that this was only the beginning. There would be more challenges ahead, and he would need to be ready to face them with all the strength and skill he possessed. With the Cursed Sword by his side, Akira set out on the road ahead, ready to face whatever the future might bring.
By Krish4 years ago in Fiction
Cockiness and it's evocative nature
Hello, you may want to reset your password for this one. This story is not for prudes or the morally judgmental (I can be a bit of both sometimes). Our very naughty Charles of Unsplash is clearly none of the above. His use of the plant and measuring ruler stick thing(y), I found profoundly metaphorically hilarious.
By Novel Allen4 years ago in Fiction
The Haunting Painting in Museum
Introduction: As Rachel, Jack, and Lucy walked through the dimly lit museum, they couldn't help but feel a sense of unease wash over them. The ancient paintings on the walls seemed to almost glow in the low light, and the air felt heavy and oppressive.
By Ajay4 years ago in Fiction
GOD AND GODDESS SECRETS IN ANCIENT EGYPT
The Pharaohs were most famous for the sanctification of the gods, so they worshiped them for more than 3 thousand years. Religion and the Pharaonic civilization were inextricably linked. Historians indicated that religion was one of the pillars of Egyptian culture. Historians point out that the gods worshiped by the Egyptians are approximately 2800 each of them had a divinity function. There's no place on Earth quite like Egypt. From the magnificent Giza pyramids and tombs of the ancient Pharaohs to the bustling markets and mosques of Cairo, this is a country with something for everyone. And with our Egypt tour packages and holidays, you can experience it all without breaking the bank.
By Your Egypt Tours4 years ago in Fiction
Harvest
Rabisu picked up the last of the onions from the soil, inspecting the purple skin for blemishes, smiling as he saw none. He placed it in his basket carefully atop the others, muttering under his breath,
By MA Snell4 years ago in Fiction
Backrooms Decrypted: Futuristic Halls (Level 15)
Level 15 of the Backrooms is also known as Futuristic Halls. It has a CLASS 0 survival difficulty rating. It is SAFE, SECURE, and FREE OF ENTITIES. Level 15 is a sequence of futuristic corridors with occasional pitch-black spots caused by a lack of lighting. When passing through these corridors on Level 15, the sounds of motors may be heard from afar. These sounds are produced by equipment housed in enormous rooms separated by reinforced metal doors. A portion of the walls of these rooms are composed of thick glass.
By Info4 years ago in Fiction