Magical Realism

The Elven Book of Good and Evil
In the shadowy depths of the ethereal realm, there dwelled a dark elf named Zalgar. Haunted by the echoes of his past and consumed by a thirst for power, he wandered through the darkness, his heart aching with loneliness.
By Discoveryng Depths2 years ago in Chapters
To Return, Remember
“What’s it like on the Other Side?” Steph asked, looking up from their homework. “The other side...of what?” James asked. “I’m afraid I don’t understand where you’re going...”
By Lillianna Nightveil2 years ago in Chapters
The Skylands Pt.4
I had always enjoyed flying through the clouds. You truly felt one with the sky, especially in a plane. We had been flying under the blanket for about ten minutes now. Another five minutes and we would reach our ascension point, and most likely any enemy ships the pirates sent to intercept us.
By Andy ortega2 years ago in Chapters
Unbreakable bonds
Introduction: In the vast landscape of anime, few series have captured the hearts of viewers quite like "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba." Beyond its breathtaking animation and intense battles, the series has resonated deeply with audiences due to its portrayal of the unbreakable bonds of brotherhood and sisterhood. Through the characters of Tanjiro and Nezuko Kamado, "Demon Slayer" showcases the power of love, trust, and unwavering support between siblings, inspiring viewers to reflect on the importance of these relationships in their own lives.
By Varsha2 years ago in Chapters
The Skylands
The CHARGER, Its slick steel hull and sharp horn-like front, made it one of the most intimidating ships in the skies. I stood at the loading dock where the ship was moored, looking around as the whole hangar was buzzing with activity. Men and women loaded crates of ammo, food, and medicine onto the ships. Engineers checked over their ships a final time to make sure everything was working properly. Pilots gearing up and making sure their flight suits were in working order.
By Andy ortega2 years ago in Chapters
The Skylands
My mouth hung open as I watched the Ranger split in two. Its fiery corpse descended into the skies below us. “Did anyone see life rafts leave the Ranger?” I yelled out.
By Andy ortega2 years ago in Chapters
These Sea Creatures Are Growing Extremely Large And We Don't Know Why
In the vast expanse of our collective consciousness, humanity has long held itself as the supreme rulers of planet Earth. We've celebrated our evolutionary journey, spanning countless millennia, as we've adapted and innovated to thrive in environments ranging from the comfort of our homes to the most extreme corners of our world. Bolstered by our technological prowess, our civilization has seemingly left no stone unturned, colonizing every habitable nook and cranny of our terrestrial realm—or so we've believed. But the truth, as it often does, belies our hubris.
By Med Karim2 years ago in Chapters
The Skylands
I’ve heard stories about The Surface. Fantasies really, land as far as you can see, no edge in sight. My boots clanked loudly against the metal floor. The wind was strong today, I buckled my cap and slid my goggles over my eyes. I walked out of the passageway and was greeted by the railing that lined the outside of the city. I leaned over the railing and looked out at the endless expanse of clouds and sky. A flock of Morlos flew not far from me, the four-winged beasts were impressive. They were as big as a military crawler. You could probably fit a dozen men on its back and still have plenty of room to spare. Its long neck and wide mouth along with its half-dozen eyes made it an excellent hunter. How the people of the southern islands tamed those beasts is still something no one else has been able to figure out. Many consider them the rulers of the skies, even by themselves they are quite dangerous but their flocks usually number in the thirties or forties.
By Andy ortega2 years ago in Chapters
Echoes of the Forgotten Realm
The sun hung low in the sky, casting long shadows that stretched across the sleepy town of Oakridge. Maya Monroe, with her fiery red hair ablaze in the golden afternoon light, led her group of friends down the winding streets toward an abandoned building on the outskirts of town. The building stood like a forgotten sentinel, its weathered facade bearing the scars of time and neglect.
By EUNOIA2 years ago in Chapters
The Fascinating Mystery of Dreams
Dreams. What are they, and where do they come from? Some people have the greatest of them, while others have predominantly nightmares. Another brain mystery.
By Rene Volpi 2 years ago in Chapters
Chapter 2: Aegenwulf
Chapter 1: "The Whole: of the hole" may be found here: https://todaysurvey.life/chapters/the-whole-wd4os0t5y My gloved finger hangs in the air right above the light switch. Something is off, like déjà vu only emptier. Haven’t I done this already?
By Randy Wayne Jellison-Knock2 years ago in Chapters
The Whole
This was originally published in the Fiction community for Mackenzie Davis' Ekphrastic Challenge using the above photo by Oneg in the Arctic. But then I decided there was more of the story to tell, so I'm moving it to chapters, soon to be followed by chapter 2. If you've already read this, feel free to skip right over to the next chapter "Aegenwulf" (which means "wolf of the chief sea").
By Randy Wayne Jellison-Knock2 years ago in Chapters