Horror (Genres)

Pain, Pain, Go Away, a Japanese light novel by Sugaru Miaki, introduces a unique narrative revolving around a young man unexpectedly turned killer. In this compelling tale, the victim possesses a mysterious ability to postpone her demise, adding a supernatural twist to the drama, horror, mature, psychological, romance, and tragedy elements explored in the story.…

Phenomeno is a captivating Japanese light novel that delves into the realms of horror, mystery, and the supernatural. The story follows a protagonist who encounters ghosts and uncovers chilling truths about the other side. As the narrative unfolds, the protagonist's reality becomes intertwined with the eerie world of spirits, leading to a haunting exploration of…

Pursuing Immortality, also known as 顾道长生, follows Gu Yu, a college dropout with a talent for making incense, on his journey into the cultivation world. Despite his introverted nature, Gu Yu has a knack for sarcastic remarks. His encounter with the enigmatic Jiang Xiaozhai leads to a partnership akin to Mulder and Scully, as they…

Reincarnated Swordmaster, also known as 전생검신 in Korean, follows the journey of a determined protagonist who questions his own talents and mortality. Faced with the prospect of death, he vows to challenge the world once more to conquer what he perceives as a trash-like existence. This Korean novel delves into themes of action, adventure, fantasy,…

Reincarnator, also known as Hwan Saeng Jwa or 환생좌, is a Korean web novel that delves into a fantastical world where humanity faces off against various races and monsters in the Abyss. After humanity's failure, a group of survivors selects one individual to travel back in time in a final attempt to alter their fate.…

Rental Magica, also known by its Japanese title レンタルマギカ, is a captivating light novel series that follows Itsuki Iba as he reluctantly takes charge of his family's magician dispatch service. Despite his cowardly nature, Itsuki must lead a team of supernatural beings to provide magical assistance to those in need while facing internal and external…

In the web novel 'Second Earth' (also known as 'Sekando Aasu' or 'セカンドアース'), readers are transported to a distant Ginga universe where the Legendary Planet, Earth, faced a tragic fate due to a catastrophic event caused by human pursuit of cultural enlightenment. This event led to the loss of millions of lives and a world…

Shiki, also known by its alternate titles Corpse Demon and Death Spirit, is a Japanese light novel that unfolds a chilling tale set in the scorching summer of the 1990s in the serene village of Sotoba. As mysterious deaths grip the community, Doctor Toshio Ozaki suspects an epidemic until the truth of the 'shiki', vampire-like…

Shin Sekai yori, also known as From the New World or Shinsekai yori, is a captivating Japanese light novel set in a futuristic Japan where humanity possesses telekinetic powers called 'Jyuryoku'. Amidst fear of supernatural creatures like 'A'ki' and 'Gouma', society thrives until a group of children uncover a dark secret, leading to a nightmare…

Shingeki no Kyojin – Before the Fall, also known as Attack on Titan: Before the Fall and 進撃の巨人 Before the fall, is a captivating Japanese light novel that delves into a world where humanity faces the looming threat of Titans. The novel follows the aftermath of a Titan attack orchestrated by a cult, leading to…