A collection of short stories by Otsuichi which resembles a Zoo with its many short stories covering different topics, settings, and genre.... more>>

Identical twins brought up in the same household where one is treated like dirt and the other a princess.

The last man on the planet builds a robot to bury him as he muses about his own impending doom.

A family tries to find their father’s spare blood as he bleeds to death after having been stabbed by a kitchen knife.

And many others. <<less

One day a zombie came down like a rain and dominated the human land... more>>

The whole world got panicked by the zombie crisis and people hid in shelters.

with the whereabouts of Dr. Jang, who is like a father to Tae Yoo-joon, remains unknown.

On his way out to find Dr. Jang, Tae Yoo-joon encounters a strange man, Won Hyuk, the owner of a pharmaceutical company. He says Dr. Jang sent a new drug formula, suggesting that the two of them go to find Dr. Jang through a group of zombies.

“If you accompany me, you can get a pistol and a former F1 racer driving skills. also, I’ll give you my heart’s content, Father.”

“The first two offers are good, but let’s exclude the last one .”

Tae Yoo-joon feels a sense of repulsion at Won-hyeok’s smirk.

However, the city of Seoul, covered with zombies, is too dangerous to shake off his outstretched hand.

“What should I give you in return for your company?”

“Just a pat on the head every once in a while whenever I have a headache. I think it’s a generous condition, what do you think?”

A strange relationship with a man who appeared without a warn.

What will Tae Yoo-joon get involved in with a suspicious man in this ruined world. <<less

Song Fei’s university life was nothing special. He took his compulsory courses, skipped his elective courses, and took the CET-4 and CET-6. ... more>>

If he had to point out one thing that was bothering him, it’d be his “bad penny”, academic tyrant ex-boyfriend— Qi Yan. As the saying goes, exes, like villains, are hard to raise: too close and they’re impertinent; too far, then there’s resentment.

He thought his university life would pass by uneventfully just like this, until that day, when an infected classmate rushed into the examination hall…

The zombie virus spread like wildfire. All communication was cut. Campus turned into hell.

No one knew what the outside world was like. And no one knew if they should “persevere and wait for rescue” or “break through the heavy encirclement”.

Song Fei chose the latter. Qi Yan actually became a comrade-in-arms.

Without the power to exterminate everything in sight, without a martial arts expert’s physique, on this once familiar campus, they can only rely on their own knowledge and tenacity to fight for survival! <<less

"Ariya", a man enticed by death...
"Vakin", a man who admires those with will to live...
And "Lilith", an Angel's Corpse in between two extremes...... more>> /> These are the stories...
Of a bond spiraling into madness. <<less

Coincidentally, indoorsy-guy Zhang Yang went to the cultivation world, being the lowest level of zombie. By using a manual book named: “ Tai Yin Refining... more>> Figures”, Zhang Yang find his own way to success and leaves a “If a zombie knows how to use a manual, nobody can stop it “ legend in the world. <<less

Ki-hyeon found himself possessing a character from a zombie movie he had watched before.... more>>

"What the hell? What's going on?"

Not only were the grotesque zombies terrifying, but what drove him even more insane was the fact that every time he died, it was as if the game reset and he went back to 19:21.

"...Wow, you must really f*cking love me. You're definitely my stalker."

To make matters worse, he was now possessing a stalker of Yoo Min-ho, one of the main characters in the movie.

The trust of those around him hit rock bottom.

Escaping from the building seemed like an impossible task.

And then, someone kept sending him meaningful messages through a cellphone with no service...

[So, why did you write such a shitty post?] 20:03

Can Ki-hyeon escape safely from the repetitive situation? <<less

Inari Hinata was an ordinary high-school boy. He was visiting his father’s family during the summer holidays where, by chance, he met the fox spirit, Kon.... more>>

Kon was looking for someone to fight against the Impurity, which arises from people’s negative emotions, and Hinata was one of the few people who could fight against it. He wanted to help Kon, but to fight against the Impurity, he needed to become a fox miko.

A priestess… Yes, he had to become a woman.

It would have normally been an impossible proposition. However, Hinata has always had a wish he wanted to fulfill, and the proposal to become a woman was a godsend to reach that wish, so he readily agreed. Hinata’s wish was to be with his childhood friend and best friend, Ooyama Magami, for the rest of his life.

Even though two men couldn’t be together, it wouldn’t be if he became a woman. With this thought in mind, Hinata makes an unimaginable summer holiday debut as a gender bender.

Spending summer holidays as fox miko, she fought the Impurity daily as the Fox. Always by her side in battle was the Wolf, a wolf miko. Although she didn’t talk much, she had built up trust with her during their battles.

Despite all these new encounters, the summer holidays eventually ended, and Hinata had to return to school. When she arrived at her classroom, nervous about her incredible summer holiday debut, she found an unfamiliar tall and beautiful woman there.

She was Magami, who had made her debut during the same time.

Just as she was about to ask her what was going on, the Impurity appeared and Hinata headed off to battle. As usual, she cleansed the Impurity with the Wolf, who also rushed to the scene. However, the Wolf, who usually left without saying anything, suddenly asked her out of nowhere.

“You are… Hinata, aren’t you?”

Yes… The Wolf’s true identity was Magami, who had become a woman for the same reason as Hinata. Thus, the two were reborn as women after their mutual goals clashed.

This is a romantic comedy disguised as a transformation heroine story, in which two beautiful girls who used to be men enjoy flirting with each other. <<less

As night fell, the other side of the city was just beginning to wake up.... more>>

The driver retracted his claws, and the bartender hid his tail.

The blood turned into roses, and the long hair wrapped around the branches.

"Believe me, there were absolutely no monsters in the world."

"Shut up, you didn't have an ID card!"

"..."

The unknown creature, inexplicably domineering, attacked the rich young man who was actively making money and saving the world as a sideline. <<less

The youthful Qin Ye was born almost a century ago, but thanks to immortality granted to him by the ‘fungus of aeons’ he can pass for a high schooler.... more>>

He planned to live an eternal, reclusive life as a happy otaku, enjoying World of Warcraft and his favorite MOBA games, but Fate had other plans in store.

Hell has broken down, and vengeful revenants stalk the mortal realms. With ghosts running amok throughout all of Cathay, Qin Ye must reluctantly adopt the mantle of ‘hero’ and bring peace to both the living and the dead, while rebuilding Hell.

But this, of course, isn’t something a mere Netherworld Operative can do. For that, he’ll need to become more.

King Yama is dead. Long live King Yama! <<less

The moment when mercenary leader Kwang Hwi receives video game-like abilities, the world is suddenly thrown into chaos. A thick fog envelops the Earth, bringing with it savage, otherworldly monsters. At the same time humanity has been rendered defenseless against this onslaught, as the strange fog turns most weapons to rust. ... more>>

With mankind spiraling towards oblivion, it is up to Kwang Hwi, with his new abilities, to save the world. Watch as Kwang Hwi leads his militia and becomes the last bastion of humanity. Will he be this world’s savior, or its conqueror? <<less

Kou Dong was originally a love game live anchor, his goal was to show the audience in the game sweet sweet sweet sweet sweet sweet love. In order to achieve this goal, he made every effort to finally reach the highest affection level for the four male protagonists of this love game which had reached 90%, he eagerly waited for the next day to reach the perfect pass –... more>>

Until after a night’s sleep, he woke up inside of the game, and found the four NPC sitting on the head of his bed while staring at him.

NPC1: There is a pair of embroidered shoes under your bed.

NPC2: If you want to betray me, I will die with you.

NPC3: Don’t be afraid, I’ll send this ghost baby to your belly-

NPC4 didn’t say anything and sprinkled a handful of yellow paper money at him ……

Kou Dong: !!!

No, I’m not going to use the goodwill I’ve managed to get on horror game NPCs ah!

Gong: This relationship is really sweet.

Kou Dong: …… It’s just sweet for you!!! <<less

Anaesthesiologist Lu Yan received an emergency call late at night. On her way to the hospital, she ran into Deng Man, a high school female classmate who had been dead for many years.... more>>

From that day on, strange things have been following her.

“The winter solstice is a day of retribution and revenge.”

The truth hidden for eight years is revealed step by step.

When Jiang Chengyi returned to S city after several years, he met his ex-girlfrined Lu Yan at the class reunion. Seeing Lu Yan surrounded by strange things. Jiang Chengyi “reluctantly” took her into his mansion.

When facing Lu Yan, Jiang Chengyi coldly said. “I will just temporarily protect your safety.”
When he recieved his mother’s call, JIang Chengyi said. “Mom, she’s my girlfriend.”

A month later, he said to Lu Yan, “my wife, it has been eight years, how do you plan to compensate me?”

At the time of the wedding, Jiang Chengyi concluded. “The winter solstice is where you can do whatever you want.”

Lu Yan, “Sir Jiang, what about your moral integrity?” <<less

Fear that suddenly appeared in everyday life.

"Raichi, this is from me, a token of affection for my fellow monster. Eat up."
So she said as she held out to me “human... more>> innards”—.
The late summer of Showa 25. Shiozawa Raichi, a young man, arrives at the village to serve as tutor to the daughter of the great Mishirushi Family. What greets him there is the sight of a beautiful “monster”, Mishirushi Matsurika, devouring the innards of dead bodies. Was the transformation of the young lady an illness, or was it borne from a curse…?
At the same time, several young girls goes missing in succession. And what’s common to them is the same as that he sees in Matsurika’s room…
The tutor of the monster princess uncovers all the mystery—!! <<less

Gu Muzhi was a demon who had snuck into the human world to eat, drink, and play.... more>>

He found that the human world was simply paradise compared to purgatory, which never saw the light of day.

One day, he accidentally entered an unlimited flow game…

Gu Muzhi: The ghosts here taste really good.

The ghosts there: ! ! !

The players there: ? ? ?

That day, the ghosts learned to fear Gu Mozhi as he hunted them down for their delicious taste. As for the players…the players were still trying to rebuild their three worldviews. <<less

After being killed, Xu Turan was given a system and got pulled into a certain thriller romance novel. There, she became the crucial female supporting role who seeks death. However, on the first day of transmigrating, her system was urgently recalled for repair as it was aging.... more>>

As their farewell was imminent, the system was worried about its new host so it repeatedly reminded Xu Turan: [Your role is to be a supporting character who is always seeking death. You do know what that means, right?]

Xu Turan recalled her rich experience of doing just that in her previous life and she replied affirmatively with absolute confidence.

So the system withdrew with its mind at ease.

After a few days, the system that had been away for repair finally returned. When it looked at the situation, it almost malfunctioned: [What are you doing?!!]

Xu Turan, who was busy arguing with the Evil God, answered without thinking, “I’m doing what you asked me to do – trying to find ways to die.]

System: […?!]

*

What the system thought about seeking death: provoking the heroine, vying for the male lead, ignoring the advice of her boss, being the potential villainess of the story and stepping on others, seducing handsome men and humiliating herself, and finally being punished for trying to seek death.

Xu Turan’s understanding of seeking death: provoking elite monsters, robbing supernatural weapons, ignoring the auras that terrifying entities were desperately honing, belittling the dormant pseudo-Gods and raising them in captivity, and somehow dragging a male companion for outings.

It was impossible for her to die. Even if she danced frantically on the edge of danger, it simply was not possible. At most, she was just a little crazy and a little intimidating.

And then as time passed, both traits got increasingly stronger.

Till the end, it was both terrifying and legendary for one to change oneself into a Horror itself.

The system almost went insane: How is that even possible? <<less

My name is Hasegawa Hiroto, and my nee-chan is a yandere. “Ototo-kun~ once you’ve written the synopsis then quickly come and play some embarrassing games... more>> with mee, I can’t wait anymore alreadyy, I still wanttt some moreee~~” I glanced at the naked figure of Asaka nee-chan lying on the bed and continued writing <<less

Welcome to the Rose Mansion.... more>>

This letter has been written to assist you in leading a safe and peaceful life in the manor for the coming year. Please make an effort to fully acquaint yourself with the following rules at your earliest convenience, and adhere to them as a matter of utmost priority under any circumstances.

Bear in mind that you will bear full responsibility for any consequences resulting from the violation of these rules.

***

Life plummeted in an instant after her father’s death.

She struggled desperately, even amidst her mother’s extravagance and the mounting debts that they could not overcome.

“Mother, are you… are you really suggesting I be sold to a man older than you right now?”

Yet, everything collapsed with just one sentence from her mother.

Then, an offer to become a tutor came from the wealthiest and most prestigious household of the kingdom, House Otis. She had no choice but to accept.

"Welcome to the most fragrant tomb in the world, Miss Richelle Howard. Let's be good, amicable corpses together."

A mansion covered in roses. The dazzlingly beautiful Otis family.

Within it, strange incidents began, slowly tightening their grip around her neck.

Now, it’s time to face the consequences of her choice.

***

We sincerely hope you have a safe and enjoyable year. Let’s have fun together. <<less

Wen Jianyan was a fraudster that was best at deceiving people.... more>>

One day, he was suddenly forced to become a novice anchor in the Nightmare live broadcast room.

Wen Jianyan: “…..”

A newcomer became the most-watched anchor because he was too good at deceiving people.

He lied to his teammates to deceive the audience and NPCs. He could deceive people as well as ghosts.

Sooner or later this guy will overturn!

There were more and more spectators who were gloating with schadenfreude, looking forward for that day.

But…why was the mission in this live room getting more and more strange?

【Senior anchor’s side quest: Kiss the evil spirit for 30 seconds】

【Reward: Unknown】

【Top anchor’s main quest: Undress the evil god for three minutes】

【Reward: Unknown】

Audience: Oh, the streamer has mastered a new wealth code? Hurry up, there’s something our paying viewers can’t watch!

The top boss approached step by step, whispering temptations:

“How is it? Frying CP*? We can make the fake thing real.”

Wen Jianyan: “…..”

I’m sorry, I’m very principled, thank you for not deceiving yourself.

— Don’t come here!

*Frying CP means pretending to be a couple. <<less

Just as Qi Leren received the first BE ending of “Nightmare Game”, he had the bad luck of his computer screen going black. While taking a bus to get it repaired, he had the bad luck of the bus colliding with a truck, and the injured passengers were taken to the hospital. When he woke up, Qi Leren found that he was lying in an empty fusion hall, and there was no one else in the huge hospital…... more>>

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Seven days later, Qi Leren opened his eyes.

Book 2 of a Tetralogy <<less

Qi Leren had just cleared the bad ending of «The Nightmare Games» when his laptop died well before its time. His luck seemed to follow him as he was transported, along with the other passengers, to a hospital following an accident between his bus and a truck. Upon waking in a transfusion hall rather than a ward, QiLeren felt a familiar sense of dread as he took in the hospital that held no trace of other people…... more>>

Book 1 of a Tetralogy <<less

On the isolated island, the sound of waves can be heard clearly, and the earth trembles.... more>>

Welcome to the game room of supremacy of luck.
The rules of the game are as follows -

1. The dice decides everything, including your initial attributes.

2. Free world, please explore freely.

3. Either escape here, or die.

Shen Lin raised his head to the person sitting opposite him: “You throw first. I’m so lucky, I’m afraid I’ll scare you to death.” <<less

A scientist who lost his wife in an unforeseen accident.... more>>

He set out to create a clone of his wife because of loneliness.

But just before the birth of the clone, he was converted and the clone was discarded.

But then for a while. Scientists who are subjected to guilt will receive unexpected punishment.

The runaway of the science which does not stop. The sci-fi short short of two men who are crazy for love, depicting their sins and punishments. <<less

Weird World revival, strange stories unfold. The "Unspeakable" has come to the real world, and those chosen will enter the weird world to represent their respective countries and challenge the Unspeakable.... more>>

Now, Gu Yi has been selected by the weird world to represent the Dragon Country and challenge the first dungeon world, the Chongshan Hospital, where the death rate is 99%.

[Patient Handbook]

1. Take medicine on time three times a day.

2. Please keep the ward clean at all times.

3. People wearing bird beak masks are doctors or nurses, please follow their advice carefully.

4. If you see blood dripping from the ceiling in the hallway, do not panic, as this is normal.

5. If you notice any equipment damage, please contact someone wearing an elephant mask for repairs immediately.

6. There are always two people in the ICU, please keep this in mind.

On the back of the page was written in blood: "Do not take any medication given to you. They are a group of demons who will lead you into the abyss." <<less

Luo Hao traveled to an unknown and mysterious fantasy world, and has silently lived in this strange and fantastic world for fourteen years. Originally, Luo Hao thought he would live an ordinary life, but unexpectedly, various strange things suddenly appeared in the peaceful city after more than a decade. Fortunately, at this dangerous time, his "golden finger" awakened.... more>>

Luo Hao awakened the Life Simulation System, which allows him to experience various types of lives. Most importantly, he can spend corresponding points to exchange for the power he possesses in the life he experiences. In an instant, Luo Hao, who was once hesitant due to the endless strange events in the city, became stable. <<less