Psychological
Echoes Auternus
In the shadowy aftermath of the First Civil War, amidst the haunting fields of Flanders, a tale echoed—one that even the crows seemed to carry in their silence. It was the story of a boy, a drummer in the 42nd battalion—young, loyal, and long forgotten by name. But each Halloween night, his spirit stirred, and a mournful beat rose through the fog, steady as sorrow: dum... dum... dum.
By The Crash Test Facility10 months ago in Fiction
Tron: Ares – A Bold Leap Beyond the Grid
Further than four decades after the pioneering release of Tron( 1982), Disney is about to revive its classic sci- fi ballot with Tron Ares, the third chapter in the digital saga. Set to hit theaters on October 10, 2025, the movie is about to take the Tron macrocosm to new heights by exploring beyond the boundaries of the Grid and into the real world. With a return of familiar faces and the addition of new bones and a gritty, artificial score courtesy of Nine Inch Nails, Tron Ares is sure to be a cinematic spin unlike any other in the series to date. A New Type of Program Central to Tron Ares is the narrative of Ares( Jared Leto), an extremely sophisticated digital program assigned a revolutionary charge entering the world of humans. This supposition represents a radical departure from former flicks, in which action stayed within the digital world called the Grid. Ares's intrusion into the real world introduces unintended consequences, driving a clash between two worlds — digital and real. The main conflict arises as Ares starts to question the nature of actuality in both worlds, posing questions about identity, control, and creator versus creation boundaries. Visually Stunning, Darker Tone The just- released caravan for Tron Ares provides a stirring regard of what's to be anticipated. Classic red neon worlds, light cycle chases at snappy pets, and graveness- defying numbers give a visual treat for the eyes. But this new investiture takes on a substantially darker and more serious tone than its forerunners. That transition is reflected in the score, as Nine Inch Nails lends a gritty, artificial sound to the soundtrack. This cultural turn is substantially different from the synth- grounded music of Wendy Carlos( Tron) and the high- tech complication of Daft Punk( Tron Legacy), representing a grittier, more mature style of liar. heritage Characters and Fresh gift Tron suckers will be thrilled to have Jeff Bridges back as Kevin Flynn, the visionary programmer who got stuck in the Grid. Bridges also played Clu, his digital dupe and the main villain of Tron Legacy. The caravan verifies Flynn's participation in Ares, bringing emotional depth and durability to the unfolding story. Along with Jared Leto are a number of new characters that will help meat out the Tron mythos Greta Lee as Eve Kim, whose character is shrouded in riddle. Evan Peters as Julian Dillinger, whose last name connects him with Ed Dillinger, the first villain from Tron. Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner- Smith, Arturo Castro, Cameron Monaghan, Gillian Anderson, and Sarah Desjardins also appear in unidentified places, contributing uproariousness and diversity to the cast ensemble. Expanding on the Tron Legacy Tron Ares relies heavily on the story foundations set in Tron Legacy. The conception of digital incorporations entering the physical world, commodity first seen with Quorra( Olivia Wilde), is now complete with Ares. The heritage of the Dillinger family is also redefined with the recrimination of a coming generation of mortal villains. Like its forerunners, the movie continues to deal with philosophical questions like the substance of intelligence, the morality of creation, and the hazy boundaries between mortal and artificial life. A Bright New Future for Tron With its introspective narrative, eye- popping illustrations, and the sonic intensity of Nine Inch Nails, Tron Ares is looking to be an stimulating new direction for the ballot. By linking the digital and real worlds, the movie brings about new liar options and fancies. Whether a deep addict of the original or not, Tron Ares guarantees an indelible experience that redefines living in a world that's evermore defined by technology.
By Sikandar prasad10 months ago in Fiction
The "What If" Lives of Jeanie the Dreamer
'Let’s have no two ways about it. Jeanie really could be a twat.' El leaned over the lectern and looked the front row of mourners straight in the eyes. She had one elbow on the celebrant’s notes, and for all the world looked like she was ordering a pint of Bishop’s Finger down at her local in Dalston.
By Muhammad Hameedul Haq10 months ago in Fiction
The Last Cigar
The dim light of the city filtered through the dust-coated blinds of Room 412. Smoke curled lazily toward the yellowed ceiling as Vincent Moretti, a retired mob enforcer, sat hunched over a small table, holding what he knew would be his last cigar.
By Wayel Saleem10 months ago in Fiction
Everybody Deserves a 2nd Chance
July 18th, 2025 – 6:00 AM Traveling the historic Route 66, you will find that it intersects an old desert road. Turn down that road and travel about 10 miles and you will find a broken-down Jeep. The engine is still hot, and smoke is still pouring out. It’s not hard to tell that it was recently abandoned.
By David E. Perry10 months ago in Fiction
The Ghost Train
Chapter 8: Sarah's Stop Sarah had barely made it back to the passenger car when she felt it—a peculiar sensation unlike anything she'd experienced before. The steady rhythm of the train began to slow, the clacking of wheels growing more deliberate, more measured. But it wasn't this change in tempo that made her grip the nearest handrail until her knuckles whitened.
By Shane D. Spear10 months ago in Fiction
The Girl Who Offered Her Heart
Kampala. Even the name whispers of gentle hills and the warmth of the South Asian sun. Kampala wasn't merely a collection of dwellings, it breathed in the cradle of emerald hills, a secret held close by the ancient land. Sunlight, thick as honey, dripped through the canopy of the surrounding forests, painting dappled patterns on the winding paths that led to its heart.
By Tales by J.J.10 months ago in Fiction
Annabeth's Home. Honorable Mention in 500 Word Shockwave Challenge.
There was nothing in the world Annabeth loved more than her house. It had been in her family for four generations, built by her great-grandfather's own hands. Annabeth was born in that house, and she planned to die in it someday. Every room was meticulously decorated to her liking; each stick of furniture and knickknack placed in exactly the right spot. Everything was absolutely perfect... until one day, it wasn't.
By Natalie Gray10 months ago in Fiction
The Train to Nowhere
The platform was almost empty when I arrived. Just a few scattered passengers, hunched against the cold, staring blankly into the dark. It was late—well past the last scheduled train—but the boards still glowed, flickering softly, as if they hadn’t been updated in years. My watch had stopped working sometime around midnight. Or maybe time had simply stopped mattering.
By Alpha Cortex10 months ago in Fiction
The Shadow That Followed Me Home. Content Warning.
It started on a Tuesday. I remember because Tuesdays are always the worst—too far from the weekend to be hopeful, too close to Monday to feel like progress. That night, I stayed late at the lab, working on reports no one would read and research no one would fund. The building emptied early, like it always did when the weather turned. The hallways had that sterile echo, that hum of something missing.
By Alpha Cortex10 months ago in Fiction
