antihero

How to survive as a summoner.

Every kiss triggers a system. Every trait has a price. When an ordinary man discovers that intimacy has become a progression mechanic, he's forced into a world where affection is weaponized and consent is currency. Each kiss can grant him supernatural traits—but the system evaluates intent, punishes manipulation, and never forgets.

In a world where magic and mystical creatures thrive, Katsu ember must navigate the world and survive, with his local companion Pix by his side, they travel across the kingdom of Zephyria, a land unknown to them.

[The Hook] Ten years of blood. Ten years of sacrifice. I was Han-Seol, the "Light of the North," the Hero who ended the Great Demon War. I gave my youth, my health, and my soul to save a humanity that rewarded me with a blade between my ribs. As my blood pooled on the marble floor of the palace, the Holy System—the "God" I served—spoke its final chilling words: [Mission Complete. Hero Utility: 0%. Discarding Host.] [The Twist] I expected eternal darkness. Instead, I woke up to the smell of trash and the sound of a flickering neon sign. I was back. Ten years in the past. But I wasn’t the Hero anymore. I had been reincarnated into the body of Drake Vance, a bottom-tier street thug with zero talent, zero money, and a death sentence hanging over his head. In my previous life, Drake was the first "minor villain" I had ever killed. Now, I was living in his skin, destined to be the first stepping stone for my former self. [The System Reveal] But something went wrong during the soul-transfer. The Holy System glitched, and in its place, a new, golden interface appeared: [The Malfunction Refund System has Initialized!] [Guiding Principle: Failure is the Mother of Profit.] Unlike the Hero System that demanded perfection, this system rewarded failure. Attempted to steal a legendary artifact and got caught? [Refund: 100x Stealth and Agility!] Tried to cast a spell and it fizzled out? [Refund: 100x Mana Capacity and Potency!] Failed to kill a target? [Refund: 100x Critical Damage Multiplier!] [The Promise] The "Hero" Han-Seol is still out there, gathering his party and preparing to save a world that will eventually betray him. He thinks he’s the protagonist of this story. He’s wrong. I know every secret dungeon, every legendary item location, and every betrayal that is yet to happen. I will fail my way to the top, collecting "Refunds" until I am so powerful that the heavens themselves cannot discard me again. If being a Hero meant dying for nothing, then I’ll be the Villain who takes everything. "I’m not here to save the world this time. I’m here to make it pay the interest."

[Congratulations You have been Chosen as a Player] That window appeared In front of Ishiki out of nowhere as he was about to die. The world had just ended. The Floating Cities Ishiki grew up staring at fell and brought upon the doom of everything. But... the Neural Matrix System chose human's as players in a World called NEXUS. Where they participate in inhumane trials and obtain supernatural powers as gifts. Ishiki was blessed with a Mythical Title... something that was supposed to be near impossibe. The title provided him with great power, but with it came Something that made his life infinitely more difficult and fatal. Discord - https://discord.gg/HrzhTSaUqz

A thousand souls died to give him a second chance. He plans to spend every one of them on revenge. Nova Almond awakens on Earth without memories—just a sickly child raised by a kind foster mother in a world where dungeons spawn monsters, the Universal System governs power, and the strong devour the weak. But when fragments of his past life as a cold-blooded prince of a fallen Ancient Human family begin surfacing, he remembers the truth: his father butchered, his sister hunting redemption through atrocity, his closest friend's knife in his back. Now, armed with genius-level technological knowledge and the slow return of his superpowers, Nova must navigate academy rivalries, Earth's shadowy organizations like the FIENDS, and the cosmic forces that destroyed his family—while rebuilding the Shadows, collecting his scattered soul pieces, and deciding whether the man he's becoming is the monster they made or something far more dangerous: a brother, a lover... and the rightful claimant to a throne stained in blood. "The universe is vast and cold and utterly indifferent to our suffering. But we are not indifferent. We are not cold. We are the fragments of shattered crowns and broken souls, and we will build something new from the ruins of everything that tried to destroy us. This is not a story about vengeance. It was never only about vengeance. It is a story about coming home." — Nova Almond, The Crimson Dominion of the Godless System

Hello, and thank you for picking up this book. This is the story of a soul who died alone, only to be given a second chance at life. Reborn into a world of cultivation, the protagonist, Tian Shen Ji, quickly realizes that mere talent is not enough. This isn't the journey of a righteous hero. This is the ascent of a man who makes his way to the Peak through a precise calculation of risk and reward. Relying on the memories of his past life, he will use his wits, his ruthlessness, and his masterful command of deception, bluffing, and scheming. By exploiting the misunderstandings and hubris of others, he will defy fate and become one of the strongest beings in this new world. The path to power is paved not with purity, but with pragmatism. On Names and Culture While the world of this novel is entirely fictional, a realm of unique cultivation, ancient techniques, and cosmic conflicts, you will find that the characters, such as Tian Shen Ji, bear names inspired by the Chinese language. I want to be clear that I am not Chinese, nor am I an expert in Chinese culture or language. I chose these names because I personally enjoy the atmosphere they create and feel they are essential to the webnovel cultivation genre. I have done my best to select appropriate characters and tones. However, if you are a native speaker and feel a name is improperly written or awkward, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please know that your input is deeply valued and welcomed. A Personal Note I also wish to mention that English is not my first language, and I am dyslexic. I write this story purely out of passion, and while I dedicate significant time to editing, some spelling or grammatical errors may slip through. I appreciate your patience and understanding as you dive into the story.

"Seriously," I muttered. "Fucking hell." This was not how it was supposed to go. I was just about getting used to my miserable little slice of peace. I'd paid for it in cartilage and vertebrae, depression, ED and all other side effects that comes with being an army grunt for twenty five years straight. I was finally getting my life back on track. All I wanted, all I was begging the universe for. Was to enjoy being a thrice-divorced, alimony-paying, alcoholic, nicotine-addicted ex-army grunt with fucked knees, a wrecked back, and anger management issues that at this point technically counted as a personality. That was it. That was the dream. Instead, I got this. Fucking reality with patch notes a fucking third-rate, overused, bargain-bin trope of reality turning into a godsdamn MMO RPG with no bloody toturial, explanation or even proper fucking gaming experience balancing In the end I finally kicked the bucket but guess what after going out In a blaze of glory by blowing up my power armors fusion core I open my eyes only to find myself In my eighteen year old body, theres just one tiny problem apearantly my AI got reincarnated along side me long story short basically I got a nagging AI with mood swings Inside my bloody head, seriuosly what could possible go wrong?

I’m Azula Uchiha, five-year-old 'princess' of the most dramatic clan in Konoha, stuck in a world that’s basically 'Naruto'. Oh, and I’ve got two past lives rattling around in my head—one from a modern Earth girl who died… 'enthusiastically', and the other from literal Fire Nation royalty. So, combine the ego of a Uchiha, the scheming of a Fire Nation prodigy, and the snark of a millennial who misses Wi-Fi, and you’ve got me, Azula Uchiha. .... .... .... For those willing and with the powers to support, welcome to my Patreon. patreon.com/Melonlord

[WSA Entry 2026] In the year 2035, thousands of mysterious white cards suddenly began falling from the sky. No one knew where these cards came from, or what they were exactly. However, everyone who picked up a card was suddenly transported to another world, where they received strange powers and authorities. One of these people was Alex, an ordinary salesperson. Dragged into a world where his boring life was suddenly replaced by life-or-death trials, Alex found himself in possession of a card that granted him the Authority of Hades. Now, he must learn to navigate a world of gods and monsters, using the power of the underworld. Other tags: Beast taming, Kingdom building.

I DO NOT OWN MHA, THIS FANFIC IS JUST FOR FUN AND I'M NOT GETTING PAID. Ik it's not an Isekai but I don't like Isekai so idc. Unlike the last fanfic, this one will be released once a day. If you have any idea for this fic, write it in the comments. Enjoy.

There are three Gods hidden amongst the livings; One built the world in greed; One buried the world in sorrow; One ties the world in illusion. If left alone in their whimsical rebellion, the world will soon perish unable to withstand their presence, and so they must be driven away. Left with no choice, the Heavens had to seek the God of Death for assistance, and with his cold scheming hand, he handed them a seed. A seed that will flourish in the soils of human lands, and shall bear the responsibility of severing the ties of the rebels and the mortal realm. Yun was a child whose soul was affiliated with divinity even long before he was born. His whims, thoughts, words, and emotions were absolute commands to the spirits and the heavens. A breath of laughter from his mouth can tame the raging skies, but a small frown on his face may drown the tallest lands. The one that embodies Heaven's will, the only being the Gods have danced for—and unfortunately, the unawakened incarnation of the God of Death himself. A black seed has been planted. ____ @uwyxkai TW: Gore

Kaisellin, a Nameless boy with a fragmented soul, returns to the mortal world seeking answers. Unaware of the past he’s lost, he becomes entangled with the enigmatic star general of humanity's strongest militia, General Alioth of Vendalius. The man was nothing short of a textbook hero: strong, charismatic, and supported by the masses. But whether his was a real story of chivalry, only the dead would know. Bound by fate and buried sins, he navigates Aetheris Concordia, an academy built atop a long history of war alongside a band of outcasts; A rebel spy with a thirst for riches. A schemer with a heart for treason. A stubborn heir of a stolen crown. A slave who killed her slaver. A mad scientist with a bounty. And him, a nameless executioner. Together they uncover a world teetering on ruin, where faith is fleeting and gods hide behind their divine thrones. But some names, once lost, are never meant to be found—and when the past comes calling, even forgotten oaths can drown the world in blood.

“Why don’t wizards just shoot each other with guns?” many people on Earth wonder. When Reynard died on Earth and was reborn in a world of magic, he became nobody. He had no parents, no system, no special bloodline, and a magical aptitude that only let him advance in magic by consuming expensive materials. Materials that he could never afford! So instead, he crafted a gun. Oh, you want to cast a spell? Then I cast bullet! From the most hopeless student, Reynard turned into a feared magus. But his path to riches and power was still full of peril! “Ah… why can’t I just stop pissing off wrong people and seducing wrong girls?”

Sogetsu was reborn in Naruto World with “Lord of Mysteries System” and chooses the Visionary Pathway. Kakashi: He's the best psychiatrist I've ever known. He helped me heal from my trauma. Itachi: Listen, thank you. If it weren't for you, I would've been stuck in my own shadow forever! Danzo: We've got a traitor in our midst... Wait, why are you all looking at me like that? Black Zetsu: I don't know why, but I feel like I've been living under his shadow. He seems to predict every single move I make! Madara Uchiha: Uchiha Sogetsu, you're taking things a bit too far... During the Fourth Great Ninja War, tens of thousands of ninja alliance troops stood at the ready, prepared for battle. Uchiha Sogetsu adjusted his glasses and smiled slightly. “Who told you that a psychiatrist... is weak?” On that day, a massive gray-white dragon towered over the battlefield like a divine presence. Anyone who gazed upon it was struck with profound mental distress, their thoughts twisted, their sanity frayed. Madness soon followed. ***** Hey guys, I will upload this story regularly. So please add this to your collection if you like it. Also even if you haven't read LOTM you can still read this novel and understand it. You can read upto ch 10 and decide for yourself whether you like it or not. ********** This is a translation. 从火影开始晋升空想家 ******* Support me on my patreon and read upto 20 early chapters. patreon.com/Unique_Writer ******** The first 200 chapters focus more on ninja world and after that Beyonders are more explored as characters start gaining Beyonder power. ***** Subscribe to my Youtube Channel and support me, https://www.youtube.com/@OtakuFictionTales/shorts ***** Please subscribe to my Youtube Channel and support me, https://www.youtube.com/@OtakuFictionTales/shorts ****** Join Me on Discord : https://discord.com/invite/cnnMq3te

It all started because he became the second “lucky survivor” of a twisted Jashin Cult ritual—and paid the price for immortality. After the ritual’s brutal modifications, his body gained chakra… yet he lost the ability to learn any ninjutsu. This meant he was destined to become the very first immortal useless ninja! But the activation of a bizarre, cursed system from Jujutsu Kaisen brought a completely new twist to his life. Can’t learn ninjutsu? No problem! Here, all sorts of curses and techniques are at your disposal! Blood Manipulation, Spirit Sacrifice Curse, Ten Shadow Techniques… everything imaginable. Wait a minute! They even have “Cursed Wind Hole”?! Is that even a curse technique?! Whatever, let’s just go with it—Domain Expansion, Infinite Void!

Beneath the cold, surgical blades of light in the 'God Hands' Gallery, the raw arrogance of Rich City fused with the menacing bass hum, forming a colossal, ticking machine primed to consume any sign of failure. Vera, agile and focused, found her progress critically halted, frozen by the unwavering integrity of a biometric smart-lock. Amidst the sterile marble and ice-glass, her gaze locked onto a pair of unnerving red retinas—the eyes of a man radiating pure, lethal discipline. He was an apex predator accustomed to killing with bare-handed efficiency, now frustratingly defeated by a momentary string of complex code. When a localized frequency jammer suddenly activated, caging them both in dangerous isolation, the two hindered professionals instantly recognized the stark truth: collaboration was their only path to survival. One desperately required a perfect physical diversion; the other, an impossible digital breach. Their entire, high-stakes negotiation was reduced to a secret code, silently exchanged under the intimate guise of a casual lean against a stiff shoulder. The final, sharp question hung heavy in the air: Who would ultimately prevail, and what unspeakable price would they pay for a mere ten-second window of opportunity? — Inspired by LINE Let's Get Rich ©Netmarble — Trigger Warning:Violence, Psychological Trauma, Lethal Action

‘How cliché. I’ve read countless novels where the Hero is betrayed by their companions… but was I wrong to trust those who fought beside me for nearly six decades?’ ----- Betrayal. A word many live in fear of. A word some never expect… until it happens. A word that completely shatters one’s view of life. Just like any other heroic tale, Simon was the Hero of Earth, the one who defeated the Demon King and was about to end the war between races with his companions. Yet, in the end, he was betrayed by his own companions for reasons he never understood. Instead of finding death, Simon found rebirth. To his horror, he reincarnated as the very race he had devoted his entire life to exterminating… a race he despised, feared, and was disgusted by. Reborn as a demon infant within one of the most impoverished demon tribes, Simon found himself at the very bottom of a world he once sought to destroy. Fortunately, he was not entirely abandoned. His unique Seven Star Blessing, bestowed by his patron God, followed him through reincarnation. Armed with this Blessing and the Demonic Magic of his new race, Simon now harbors an ambition greater than ever before… to rise higher than he ever did as the Hero of Earth. To become a God. But the path forward is far from simple. Betrayals from those he would never expect. Endless trials and tribulations. And the lingering question of identity… Should he cling to his past as a human hero, or embrace his nature as a demon to survive? Can Simon abandon his hatred and live among demons? Or will he erase his past entirely and fully embrace his demonic nature? Will his thirst for revenge drag him deeper into darkness… Or will he rise above it? In the end… Will he be devoured… or will he devour all?

TL: Readers this is not my own work. I am just person who is trying to translate one of favourite novel. ============================================ I have two principles as a human being: 1. Never lie. 2. Never believe anything anyone says, including myself. “Sir, I must point out that your second principle contradicts the first.” “Where’s the contradiction?” “If you never lie, why don’t you believe what you say?” “Oh, sorry, I forgot to mention, I don’t consider myself a human being.”