SKARMAGEDDON

In the millennia that passed since Kaizer's disappearance, Sanguine City underwent a remarkable transformation into a technological marvel fueled by Blood Technology. Kaizer's memory faded into obscurity, forgotten by Vampire Society. The populace of New Sanguine City, now dominated in numbers by Ascended Vampires, and ruled by the original Noble Vampires, saw unprecedented power and prosperity through the transformative capabilities of Blood Tech. 

Humans, once prey, now live within a secure compound, leading relatively ordinary lives during daylight hours as essential members of the city's workforce. 

In the sequel to "Shadows of Sanguine," the Vampire princess Darcia embarks on a perilous journey haunted by a Curse, a consequence of her grief over the loss of Kaizer, the Lost Child of Nocturnastra. Bound by a mechanical muzzle that evokes a skeletal grin and cursed with hair turned white and eyes ablaze with fiery red, Darcia's constant pain is a testament to her refusal to feed. Her power wanes, and the only hope for salvation lies in reuniting with her lost love.

As Darcia navigates the streets and alleys of New Sanguine City, she seeks to uncover the truth behind Blood Technology, for she finds it peculiar how the advent of Blood Tech severed the traditional link between Vampires and their primal need for Human blood, and it came almost right after Kaizer's disappearance. Darcia becomes the linchpin of a secretive resistance group known as "The Kaizer Project." Led by the rebel princess, the group seeks to unveil the mysteries shrouding the technological advancements in Vampire Society and discover Kaizer Anderson's whereabouts.

Darcia faces a dual challenge as a looming threat emerges from the Underworld. Alessia, concealed in the depths of Acheron, stirs with a strengthening Curse. Meanwhile, Isyra's prophecy predicts an apocalypse, fueled by the fear of Alessia's potential escape.

Darcia's path is fraught with peril as she confronts not only the supernatural forces within New Sanguine City but also the relentless pursuit of her mother, Queen Hundred, the Noble families, Elites, and The Cauldron. Exiled from Vampire Society and branded a wanted criminal, Darcia must navigate her operations with utmost discretion, with every move calculated to avoid the watchful eyes of those who would see her destroyed.

Leading the "Kaizer Project", she grapples with immediate challenges in New Sanguine City while contending with cosmic forces that threaten chaos against Sanguine and the Overworld as well. Amidst the struggle for truth and the quest for Kaizer, the characters navigate a perilous landscape of Vampires, prophecies, and the supernatural, facing an uncertain future.

With her fate entwined with Kaizer's, Darcia faces a race against time, battling not only the formidable challenges of the Vampire hierarchy but also the debilitating effects of her Curse. Can she overcome the shadows of her past, break the Curse, and reunite with Kaizer to alter the destiny of Sanguine forever? The sequel unveils a gripping narrative of love, rebellion, and the quest for truth in the mysterious depths of the Vampire underworld.

Asher, an Ascended Vampire residing in the gritty corners of Sanguine City's ghetto, dreams of escaping the shadows and ascending to Elite status. Living in a cramped apartment with his sassy roommate, Celeste, a dark fairy, Asher works as a mercenary, taking on dangerous assignments for Nobles and Elites in hopes of climbing the social ladder.

Despite his lethal skills, Asher finds himself stuck in the underbelly of Sanguine society, struggling to earn the coveted ascension in rank. His mundane life takes an unexpected turn when his boss, a member of the secretive Cauldron organization, assigns him a mission to capture individuals associated with the Kaizer Project.

Cursed Girl

[Asher's Perspective]

In my dimly lit living room, I eyed the Chrono-Disruptor, its crimson glow casting an eerie ambiance. Celeste, my dark fairy roommate, perched on my shoulder, her palms resting on my black shirt. We had just finished dinner. I was in sweatpants, just about to go to bed.

"Keeping that thing seems risky, Ash," Celeste said, her tiny voice laced with concern. "Isn't it illegal to keep evidence?"

I smirked, twirling the device between my fingers. "Risky's my middle name. This gadget might come in handy."

Celeste's luminescent eyes fixated on it. "What's the plan? Play hero or sell it?"

"Maybe both. Depends on the offer," I replied, contemplating possibilities.

As we discussed, a holographic news broadcast flickered to life, detailing the chaos caused by the frozen time incident. Plenty of traffic accidents, aircraft crashes, and freak accidents. Excitement danced in my eyes.

"Their little escapade is making waves," I mused, the grin on my face widening. "Hah… I bet they'd be shitting bricks if they knew I had this in my hands right now, whatever the hell it is."

Celeste sighed, her wings fluttering nervously. "Ash, you're playing with fire. I just know it. That thing looks way too… it doesn't even look like it's from this planet!"

Adapting, I focused on the holographic display. "In this city, you adapt or get left behind. I don't plan on being left behind. This is highly advanced technology, Celeste. Perhaps even… divine technology."

The Chrono-Disruptor pulsed softly, responding to my determination.

The device's interface flashed: "New User Detected. Enter User Name:

"What's this?" I grumbled, a hint of trepidation creeping in. "Asking for my username, now?"

A fresh interface appeared, revealing a user guide. I delved into it, absorbing every detail.

"Oh, Celeste, this is monumental," I murmured, eyes widening. "A teleportation device to other dimensions!"

Euphoria seized me, prompting a jubilant dance around the living room. Financial worries evaporated – pure elation.

"Celeste, do you realize? I can fetch a billion Bluds for this!" I erupted into laughter.

Suspicion clouded Celeste's gaze. "Who's the other user?"

"What?" I examined the screen, noting an option to change the signed-in user.

"Darcia," I read aloud. "The girl with the mask, the queen's daughter. Remember what I said this morning, Celeste?"

Eyebrows raised, Celeste retorted, "You said a lot this morning, Asher."

"You know what I mean. Feeling entangled in something bigger."

"Oh yeah…" Celeste nodded. "Feeling that again?"

Grinning, I lifted the Chrono-Disruptor's glow to my face.

The Disruptor