Jemarg

By @Darwin Jex

In the Utopian realm of Jemarg, forged from eons of cosmic war and unimaginable sacrifice, Darwin is an anomaly. Gifted with 'Echo Memory,' the ability to perfectly recall and replicate any skill or knowledge he observes, he exists in a world where conflict is obsolete, and perfection is the norm. Yet, a creeping dread haunts him - a sense of emptiness beneath Jemarg's flawless facade. When whispers of the 'Great Discord' begin to surface, hinting at a forgotten past of suffering and a lie at the heart of their peace, Darwin must use his unique power not for creation, but for deconstruction. He will peel back layers of manufactured bliss to uncover the true cost of their paradise and confront the ancient architects determined to maintain their fragile utopia, even if it means sacrificing truth itself.

Chronicles of the Velvet Cage

By @Đức Anh Đào

In the gilded spires of Aethel, Elias, an orphan raised amidst serene beauty, discovers the 'utopia' is a meticulously crafted lie, its foundations built on the silent suffering of those deemed 'lesser.' His uncanny ability to perceive suppressed emotions, a gift he mistook for empathy, now reveals the festering darkness beneath Aethel's perfect veneer. Tasked with maintaining the city's delicate balance, Elias grapples with the cognitive dissonance of his upbringing and the horrifying truths unveiled by his power. He must decide whether to uphold a beautiful lie or shatter the illusion, risking everything to expose the rot and free those trapped within the velvet cage. The weight of genuine connection and the burden of unwanted truth will test his resolve.