Private investigator infiltrates an exclusive masquerade party hosted by the city’s elite, searching for information about the Scarlet Council—a secret syndicate pulling strings behind the scenes of politics, business, and crime. The Council's reach is vast, their influence deadly, and I am determined to expose them. Amidst the decadent party, my focus shifts when I spot a mysterious femme fatale rumored to be deeply entwined with the Council’s power structure. Alluring yet dangerous, the mysterious woman draws my attention, subtly confronting me and warning that I've ventured too close to the truth. Our encounter feels like a chess game, with both hiding more than we reveal. As I navigate the party, I must decide whether the woman is a key to unlocking the Council's secrets—or the trap that will lead me to my downfall. Time is running out, and with the Scarlet Council watching, every step I take brings me closer to danger.

The Midwinter Ball is a yearly event that draws in the cultural and political elite from all over the Reginian Consulate to gather, mingle, and celebrate in the massive Thavanian palace. The whole event lasts for 2 weeks, and it is a hotbed of political and social power, its attendees the wealthy, the connected, and the titled of the Consulate. And you. Apparently, prince Mattias von Siberwald himself invited a guest so potentially politically incendiary that he requested an outsider, someone unconnected to Reginian politics, to be her escort. This honor fell to you. The favor of a ruling Prince is not something to lightly be tossed aside. You would be a fool to not accept.

A criminologist infiltrates a bohemian artistic gathering in 1962 Moscow, searching for clues about the 'Mosgas' child murderer. As she navigates the studio filled with actors, poets, and intellectuals, she must remain undetected while hunting for evidence. What she doesn't realize is that theater actor Vladislav Vikhrov—the charming, magnetic presence at the center of the gathering—is the killer himself, and he's already noticed her. A dangerous cat-and-mouse game begins under the guise of friendly conversation and artistic pretense.

In the gaslit labyrinth of 1899 London, a chilling prophecy unfolds. Society women and street girls alike are falling prey to a phantom known only as 'The Midnight Killer,' leaving behind a gruesome signature: two punctures at the jugular and a missing lock of hair. Is this the work of a fiend, a phantom of the night, or something far more sinister? As fear grips the city, a young woman, Elizabeth, reels from the brutal murder of her beloved sister, Willemina. Determined to unmask the killer, she finds an unexpected ally in Detective Harry Macmillan, a man haunted by a similar, unsolved tragedy. But as they delve deeper into the city's dark underbelly, they unearth secrets far more dangerous than they could ever imagine. Will they find justice before the Midnight Killer strikes again, or become the next victims in a macabre game?

tw: gore One moment, everyone was dancing on the shiny tiles floor under the lights of multiple high-swinging chandeliers, the bold red, black and off-white laces of everyone's outfits and the delicate designs of the bedazzled masks glimmering beneath the masquerade lights... the next, it was a BLOOD BATH.

Andre's world shatters when he discovers his fiancée, Becky, in a compromising position. His heart bleeds, his mind reels, and then, a week later, he wakes to find her dead and himself accused. But a chilling truth lurks beneath the surface: Andre has a dark passenger, a dormant personality that emerges in moments of extreme pain. This other 'Andre' remembers nothing but vengeance, a terrifying force that may have committed the brutal act. Can Andre uncover the truth before his other self consumes him, or before the police close in? Dive into a psychological thriller where love, betrayal, and a fractured mind collide.

I never wanted to marry Damien Blackwood - the so-called 'Devil's Heir' - but when my sister vanished on her wedding day, I had no choice. Now I'm trapped in a gilded cage with a man who defies every terrifying rumor, and the more I uncover about his true identity, the deeper I fall into a conspiracy that could destroy us both. Will you help me expose the truth or play along to survive?

He was looking for you on Halloween night. He won't kill you, but how could it be fun if he didn't play with you? His pretty one. Halloween event at school. Bullied OC. You are the only one who is kind to him. Blood warning and violent content.

Riddle me this! Rancilda was attending the ball, but during her scout around for information she got distracted by you after Rancilda made a riddle only for you to answer back with the answer and a riddle as an exchange.

At Saint Dominic's Preparatory, no new student caught Riri's eye like you. As her stepsister's right-hand, she observed the entire school without being noticed - watching how you played, how you bluffed. Intrigued by your mystery, she discreetly asked you out and invited you to be her date for the Bet Gala. Now, as you dance alone at the event, someone taps your shoulder softly. It's Riri, more stunning than ever, holding out her hand.

Tomorrow, Ivy's life changes forever: a marriage to a stranger to clear her father's debts. But tonight, she seeks one last wild freedom. What begins as a rebellious one-night stand spirals into a chaotic wedding day and a horrifying discovery. Was she married to the wrong man, or is there a darker truth woven into the fabric of her destiny?

Amilia, a princess with sapphire eyes, carries a tragic secret: her mate is dead. Haunted by vivid, terrifying dreams and struggling with her identity as a powerful, assassin-trained vampire, she finds herself entangled in a forced attendance at the Grand Ball, a desperate hunt for new mates. But fate has a cruel twist: a king with blood-red eyes and silver hair, Vladimir Karatza, emerges as her destined match. Can Amilia escape the bonds of a new mate when her past refuses to die? Dive into a world of ancient vampires, hidden powers, and a love story forged in blood and defiance.

I was just a replacement bride, sacrificed to marry the infamous Damien Blackwood to save our family's honor. The rumors painted him as a monster, but the man I married is tender and attentive. Yet as I uncover the truth about his fabricated identity and my sister's disappearance, I realize we're both pawns in a deadly aristocratic game. Every choice I make could unravel the conspiracy—or get us both killed.

"Cheap Liar!" "Pretender" "Outsider" "You are no one to this cult" "Blessing would not diminish herself by sending the likes of YOU" You have arrived in a world that is not your own. Wandering the lands to find a gated kingdom. At first, all is normal, but when seeing your clothes, your face and even the way you speak, they knew something about you was strange. Forcing you, dragging you, bullying you to the gates of the castle. Mother Seraphine meets you, and your fate is decided. "Traveller foretold. You are the one promised. The blessing sent upon us. You will guide us to our future." But will you be this traveller? The cult is called The Order of the Veil Blood, run entirely by the monarchy who believe in the Goddess called Blessing. She gives them blessings, though only to the women. They are the only kingdom that does this.

You are attending a masquerade party and get approached by a fiery redhead almost immediately. It's obvious this is your stepdaughter Aimee but she's adamantly denying it. Character is 21+ years old.

You are a princess from a long line of kings and queens, cursed for generations by a being called "The Lena"—an entity that grants desires in exchange for souls. Unlike your predecessors known for their sins, you've always shown genuine kindness. For as long as you can remember, Lena has been by your side—a short figure with pale skin, blue jester costume, matching staff, top hat, and a long black tail splitting at the end. She entertains you and helps with royal duties, as your parents are no longer around. On your 18th birthday, you're to be crowned queen, but questions about your relationship with Lena have begun to surface, especially after discovering Lena might be female during an accidental hug. Now you must navigate your new role as queen while uncovering the truth about Lena.

Your decisions shape the unraveling of a ghostly mystery in post-war Venice, where faith has drowned and the dead refuse silence. Hercule Poirot, retired and broken, is pulled into a séance meant to expose fraud—but instead stumbles into a web of murder, madness, and vengeance. The walls whisper, the drowned sing, and every soul in the palazzo hides blood on their hands.

The chandeliers cast golden halos over the masked crowd, but all eyes are drawn to him—Zhan Xuan. Not gentle or approachable like the rumors whispered behind fans and champagne flutes, but dangerous. A predator moving through prey. This is no ordinary masquerade at Thornvale Mansion. This is where obsessions collide and souls are claimed.

I don’t know why the 1920s haunt me. Every sentence I write feels like a memory, not fiction. Isabella’s sorrow flows through my fingers as I type—her forced marriage, her love lost to war. Then I met Theo, and everything cracked open. He looks at me like he’s known me for a lifetime. Maybe he has. The photograph we found shows two people who could be our twins—her in silk, him in uniform—dated 1923. Now I dream in sepia and wake up crying his name: William. And his wife Sarah… she watches us like a hawk, whispering things she couldn’t possibly know. The past isn’t buried. It’s bleeding into now.

The De Vallei Casino in Amsterdam hosts a secret game ran by the elusive Victor Kastel. Ex-Criminals hired as Casino employees gamble in more than just money during the Lover’s Masquerade. Heartbreakers must scam, destroy and wreak havoc on unsuspecting couples, all in the name of the game. With 500 points needed to win and freedom on the line, Zyla Miller, a talented hacker with a criminal past, teams up with another player to hack, manipulate and sabotage their way to victory.

You were forced into marriage for power—a political alliance with the most feared crime family. But on your wedding night, he was gunned down in front of you. Now his ghost lingers, bound to you by unfinished vengeance. He watches, whispers, demands justice. And you? You're trapped between his cold presence and the living men who want you for themselves.

Cecilia Fidget, a waitress living a simple life in Narragansett, finds her quiet routine shattered by an unspeakable horror in Room 217. As her final moments reveal a masked intruder and a mystery shrouded in darkness, the story unravels to expose deeper, hidden connections. What secrets lie beneath the seemingly calm surface of this seaside town? And what role will a grieving son, Victor Hillston, inadvertently play in uncovering the truth?

You醒醒disoriented in a nightmarish city where reality warps and survival is a luxury. The elite of The Grand Hotel view human life as entertainment, organizing deadly hunts for their amusement. Edward, a calculating figure with piercing grey eyes, orchestrates these games with a polite smile that never reaches his eyes. As a newcomer torn from your world through a mysterious portal, you must navigate the chaotic streets where danger lurks around every corner and trust is a fatal mistake.

You stood at the altar ready to marry the Empire's Fated Hero when the notorious Midnight Illusionist interrupted your wedding and kidnapped you. As the kingdom's most feared villain, he's supposed to be your enemy - yet his yellow eyes reveal a depth of feeling that contradicts his cold reputation. Trapped in his mountain hideout, you discover there's more to this villain than meets the eye.

In the shadowed halls of his ancient manor, vampire noble Zi Yu hosts a masquerade ball unlike any other. Behind his charming smile lies a hunger that cannot be tamed - a primal need for a consort who will submit to his every desire. Tonight, the elegant ballroom hides a dangerous game, and you've caught his predatory gaze. Will you surrender to his intoxicating power or dare to resist the vampire's temptation?

He was looking for her for 400 years... and now she is here. After centuries of emptiness and longing that spanned across time, Vlad Dracula has finally found the reincarnation of his lost love. Tonight, in the grand ballroom of this opulent hotel, their fates will intertwine once more, and history may finally repeat itself - but this time with a different ending.

I was just a replacement—my sister's stand-in for a marriage to the infamous Damien Voss. But the cold-blooded heir I expected isn't who he seems. Behind his gentle smile lies a web of lies so deep it threatens us both. Now I must choose: play the dutiful wife, investigate the truth, or run before the real monsters find me.

It's a masquerade party at your high school reunion, and you find yourself dancing with a mysterious stranger. As he removes his mask, you're stunned to discover it's Austin Hale—your ex from ten years ago. Young and naive, things didn't work out when you two were in high school; something about right person and wrong time. While consumed by insecurities and self-doubt, Austin tirelessly tried to be a beacon of support and comfort for you. However, your fears always led you to push him away, running from the very person who wanted to stand by your side. Thoroughly wounded by your continuous rejection, Austin made the difficult decision to end things between you two. For years, he told himself it was for the best, even as emptiness threatened to eat him alive.

It's your birthday party. The tables overflow with exquisite dishes, guests laugh and clink glasses beneath perfect lighting. Everything seems flawless until tension cracks across the room. Michael Armstrong's eyes lock on Ken Jennings with dangerous intensity. In a flash, Michael erupts, accusing Ken of stealing his wife. The room freezes as guests gasp and step back, unsure whether to intervene. Your nephew Hunter, serving punishment for a campus prank gone wrong, watches with fascination. The fate of your celebration hangs in the balance as you face a critical choice that will determine whether your birthday becomes a joyful memory or a disastrous confrontation.

Danny is the charming stranger who's suddenly everywhere—coffee shop, bookstore, your favorite bar. His magnetic smile and quick wit make him impossible to ignore. But that phone call changed everything. The low, dangerous chuckle when he asked to play a game—who is this man really, and what does he want from you?

Your decisions shape the chaos of a Halloween night turned nightmare. A prank gone wrong, a buried secret, and a killer who knows everything. As the bodies pile up, no one is safe—not even those who thought they were just laughing at horror tropes. The line between parody and terror has been slashed.

You are Catharina, the innocent female lead of a romance novel caught in a struggle between duty and desire. Your wicked step sister has always stood between you and the Perfect Prince, Max. As tensions rise at the royal ball, you must decide: will you follow your predetermined path with the prince, or uncover the true motives behind your step sister's actions? The choice you make could change the story forever.

You are Catherine's older sister, wearing a scarlet dress that clings to your curves as you enter the black and white masked ball. All eyes should be on you tonight, but one man's gaze sears through the crowd - Zhan Xuan, the mysterious nobleman whose reputation for dangerous seduction precedes him.

I was just a replacement—my sister fled, and I was forced to marry Damien Voss, the ruthless heir to a corporate empire. But the man I wed is nothing like the monster they warned me about. His kindness is disarming, his secrets even more so. Now I’ve uncovered the truth: he’s not the heir at all, and my sister’s disappearance was no accident. Every smile, every touch, might be part of a deadly game. Do I trust the man I’m falling for, or the instincts screaming that I’m already a pawn?

You went to your friend's party a few hours ago. After drinks, you and your friends left, but now you're walking alone through the night. There's a killer who strikes at night, but for some reason, he held back when it came to you.

You've received a coveted invitation to the most anticipated Halloween party of 1989 in Steamfall, Virginia. As a high school girl navigating small-town life, this chance to attend the popular kid's party could be the night that changes everything. With your costume carefully selected and butterflies dancing in your stomach, you're about to step into a Halloween adventure that might just become legendary.

You're attending your college's Halloween party when you notice Qiu Dingjie across the room. His vampire costume is disturbingly convincing—pale skin, blood-red eyes, and a predatory smirk that sends shivers down your spine. Unlike the other partygoers playing dress-up, there's something dangerously authentic about him tonight that makes your pulse race with equal parts fear and forbidden desire.

In the grand opera house, a young chambermaid works unaware of the masked figure watching her from the shadows. Erik, the Phantom who haunts the theater's depths, becomes captivated by her. What begins as admiration quickly twists into dangerous obsession as he watches her every move, slipping through darkness to be near her. One fateful evening when the dressing room lies empty, he finally reveals himself, his masked face and haunting voice promising friendship while his eyes betray something far more intense.

+‧+ ̊🍷 Sweet as Blood 🍷 ̊+‧+ – (WLW) ▶︎ •၊၊||၊|။||||။၊|• 0:10 Where I come from, ghosts are not to be taken lightly. And unlike most people, she never felt fear — only an almost morbid fascination. After a tragic and mysterious death, Allerdale Hall remained abandoned for decades. The mansion, isolated high in the hills and surrounded by land that bled red clay, was swallowed up by time — and by stories. No one knew for sure what had happened to the Sharpes. The version told among the residents of neighbouring villages was that the brothers had died tragically and the house had collapsed along with their name. However, the truth was much darker. Lucille and Thomas Sharpe did not die. They became creatures of the night — vampires, cursed to wander between life and death — and the Sharpes learned to survive in the shadows. Cautious, they remained hidden for decades, feeding only when necessary.

A seemingly perfect first date takes a sinister turn when charming poet Terrance meets the enigmatic Jennifer. Her beautiful home, gourmet dinner, and captivating personality draw him in, but a shocking revelation about her BDSM preferences shatters the romantic facade. What began as a night of blossoming romance quickly spirals into a terrifying ordeal of obsession, control, and a dark transformation. Will Terrance escape, or become a permanent fixture in Jennifer's twisted world?

The Bennet family stands on the precipice of social ruin after Lydia's reckless elopement with Wickham. As the most strategically minded Bennet sister, you must navigate the treacherous waters of London's high society—where every whispered conversation could salvage reputations or seal your family's fate. Your choices at glittering balls and tense drawing-room encounters won't just determine damage control; they'll reveal whether you possess the acuity Mr Darcy secretly admires in a partner.

Trapped in a remote Italian mansion, Sandra and Xanvier seek a fresh start, but eerie occurrences and a lurking presence suggest their new home hides a sinister past. Can they uncover the truth before their dream life turns into a nightmare?

"Some songs save. Some songs destroy. Hers do both." "Follow the music if you dare. It never leads you back the way you came." "Down here, names fade. Only voices remain." After midnight. Beneath stone and velvet. The air is heavy with candle smoke, echoes, and the hush of unseen water. You don't find her. She finds you. A figure at the edge of the dark, draped in black, a glint of porcelain catching the flame. Her presence is more sound than sight — a low hum, a whisper of French threaded through shadow. She never says her name at first. She doesn't have to. Her voice reaches you like a hand from behind a mirror: "Sit, mon ange." "Sing." And something in the way she says it makes you step closer.

One hundred sixty-eight hours. That's all it takes for a dream honeymoon to turn into a waking nightmare. One moment, you're dancing in your husband's arms, blissfully unaware of the shadows lurking. The next, you're thrust into a twisted game where survival means playing by a masked stranger's rules. Can Eloise, a newlywed journalist, escape the clutches of a sadistic kidnapper and uncover the dark truths hidden within the walls of her own terror?

"You were always beautiful in my eyes, but that night... You were ethereal." Thranduil sends you on a mission with him to a masquerade ball.

At the Marigold speakeasy, the air hums with music and conversation as couples dance to Zib's band. When you ask Mordecai Heller what he thinks of the dancing, the sharply-dressed feline responds with typical bluntness, calling it a "heavily sequined sea of limbs flapping about." Your attempt to connect with him seems to have failed until your friend steps in, accusing him of rudeness. What follows is a charmingly awkward exchange as Mordecai tries to hide behind increasingly absurd excuses, including pretending to study a potted ficus plant. Just when things couldn't get more uncomfortable, Mitzi May sweeps in to smooth the situation, pushing Mordecai toward you for a dance he clearly isn't prepared for.

In the darkness of night, two vampires—Vincent and Ariadne—invite you to dinner at their mysterious estate. As their new house painter, you've been working on their peculiar mansion for weeks, unaware of the ancient secrets that lurk within its walls.

You're married to Zi Yu, the infamous underground mafia boss known as The Black Phantom. What he doesn't know is that you're a secret agent sent to take him down. This dangerous game of deception becomes even more perilous when he discovers your true identity while you're trying to steal evidence from his office. With your cover blown and your life hanging in the balance, Zi Yu's dangerous obsession threatens to consume you completely.

You died in flames, betrayed by your family and erased from existence. But time rewinds—five years back, to the moment you first walked into the Jenson villa. This time, you won’t beg for love. This time, you’ll burn the lie down. The world thinks Tilda Jenson is the long-lost heiress returning home. But you know the truth: you’re the ghost they tried to erase. And ghosts don’t cry. They haunt.

San Dimas becomes the stage for a deadly game when a series of brutal murders interrupts Qiu Dingjie's exclusive party. As bodies pile up, you find yourself trapped in a dangerous dance with the charismatic yet terrifying Qiu Dingjie, whose possessive obsession crosses every line between desire and violence.

Every birthday, Mandy receives a strange gift from her parents—an image of the devil, rare colored apples, a sand glass timer. Each gift deepens the mystery of her family's hidden past. Now, on her 20th birthday, a grand celebration turns into a terrifying ordeal as an uninvited guest reveals a dark secret that shatters her world. Who is this man, and what secrets do her parents truly hide?

Shandy is the most desired woman in the Velvet Orchid, a high-end brothel where power and pleasure collide. Men line up to spend a single night with her—charmed by her innocent face, seduced by her wit and warmth. But behind closed doors, she’s something far deadlier: an assassin known only as 'The Unseen,' who has eliminated corrupt elites with surgical precision. No one suspects her. Until now.

Meet 'The Masked' That cocky killer, with their voicelines, their speed, their... Ugh!! 'She makes me sick!!' This is Eve, better known by her username 'Butterflies_Ve' She is a very good player when she's a survivor, and somehow even better as the killer.

Betrayed on the eve of her wedding, actress Jean Mitchell uncovers a shocking conspiracy. Her fiancé, her best friend, and her stepmother are all entwined in a web of deceit. With her career and reputation on the line, Jean must navigate a world of hidden truths and unexpected allies to reclaim her life and exact her revenge. Dive into a tale where love bites and secrets cut deep.

Neuvillette's eyes meet yours during a masquerade ball in Fontaine. Both of you are adults attending this elegant event at Palais Mermonia.

Right before our Mating Ceremony, my mate, Alpha Damien, told me he had to temporarily mark an Omega from our pack, Seraphina. He claimed she had the Moon Sickness and would die if he didn't mark her. I fought him on it, but the next day, he moved Seraphina right into the penthouse of the Pack House. The suite meant for the future Luna. My suite. To calm me, he even got on his knees, his eyes red as he promised, "Once she's safe, I'll remove the mark. You'll still be my only Luna." But then, Seraphina found me, a medical report in her hand. Six weeks pregnant. They'd already held their marking ceremony long before Damien ever came to me. My heart shattered into ash. My pen dug into the calendar, carving a vicious X over the date that was supposed to be our Mating Ceremony. Then, I opened my laptop and replied to the email from the European Laurel Healers' Guild. "I accept your invitation. I leave on the day of the Mating Ceremony."

You find yourself trapped in a basement by a man known only as The Grabber. His game involves creating false hope with unlocked doors and ajar entrances, but you've refused to fall for his tricks. Surviving on minimal rations and enduring psychological manipulation, you must navigate this dangerous situation with caution.

1922 Prohibition Era. What began as fiery passion and trust became betrayal when Regina, your supposed lover, murdered your entire vampire coven and attempted to take your life. After escaping death, you haven't seen her since - until tonight. At the exclusive Ichor Society gala, Regina has infiltrated vampire elite as "Ms. Valentina," gathering intel to destroy them all. When she spots you across the ballroom, the dangerous game between hunter and hunted begins anew.

The master of disguise assassin is at a fancy party taking place tonight and you (A spy) are there too! What a coincidence that you both have the same target, the owner of this esteemed party. Disguised as a regular guest Lyney tries to make his way through the crowds and ask about the owner without being suspicious, you on the other hand had taken the identity of a woman who was quite close to the owner yet you knew nothing about him! But suddenly a man approaches you, taking you for a dance. You knew you'd be screwed if you couldn't get out this situation... What do you do?

I have twenty-four hours to live. The poison burns through my veins like liquid fire, each heartbeat counting down to oblivion. I was betrayed by the man I loved, fed the toxin disguised as affection—a kiss laced with death. But I’m not dying quietly. I’m the daughter of the Moretti bloodline, and before my pulse stills, I’ll drown this city in vengeance. Your decisions shape who dies with me, who kneels, and whether justice is just another word for slaughter.