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Two hundred and fifty years ago, the apocalypse descended and with it the Game Origin Ascension Domain. Over a night, people transformed, some suddenly grew wings, some started producing lightning, some moved faster than a train and some forming flames that could melt a mountain. These people became known as Players. In today's society, Players dictate everything. Your entire worth is tied to your mana affinity and the Origin Talent you awaken upon your first time entering the Domain. ---- Caelus Kross. He was a transmigrator stuck at the absolute bottom of the barrel with an E-Rank mana affinity and a seriously terrible reputation. He was once known as the pathetic lap dog of a woman who treated his heart like a dirty welcome mat. Honestly, settling down as a magical construction worker seemed like his peak career path. However, the universe had a much stranger plan. Everything changed on the day he awakened. He did not get a glowing sword or a fancy fireball. He got a talent that allowed him to extract literally anything. [Ding!] [You have successfully extracted the S-Rank talent: Star King] [Ding!] [You have successfully extracted the SS-Rank Talent: Space-Time Rupture God] [Ding!] [You have successfully extracted an S-Rank Mana Affinity Physique] [Ding!] [You have successfully extracted the Battle God's combat experience] [Ding!] [You have successfully extracted an SSS-Rank bloodline] Armed with the Endless Extraction talent, Caelus will right what is wrong, crush his old reputation, and uncover the hidden secrets of the Origin Ascension Domain. Tags: #GameWorld, #TalentAwakening, #OverpoweredMC, #WeakToStrong, #NonHumanMC, #ProGamer, #TownBuilding, #Vampire, #FaceSlapping, #Grinding, #Leaderboard, #FastPacedGrowth, #SkillSteal, #SkillFusion ---- Join the discord for illustrations and discussion: https://discord.gg/yjNVUrSRhf

Satya was always different from other humans. While others chased money, fame, love, and pleasure, he chased something far more dangerous: the truth in its purest form. The truth behind the universe. The truth behind humanity. The truth behind reality itself. One night, while staring at the endless black sky, Satya met a god-like existence known as The Black Skies. A being that possessed endless knowledge, yet lacked one thing: understanding. To achieve true omniscience, The Black Skies required a “Dreamer”— a being who would live countless lives across countless worlds, experiencing every joy, sorrow, despair, and truth existence had to offer. And Satya accepted. For the sake of truth, even eternal suffering was worth enduring. Thus began his first dream. A world where imagination bends reality. A world where knowledge itself is power. A world where magic is born from resisting reality through one’s will. Born again as a child named Pahal, Satya slowly began to understand the beauty of life: the gentle love of a mother, the harsh teachings of a father, the peace of a simple village life, and the warmth of human connection. But peace was fleeting. A disaster tore him away from everything he loved, throwing him into Amarvan— an endless forest where the terrain moves, the trees watch silently, and reality itself seems alive. Trapped within a forest that wishes to keep him forever, Satya must survive through knowledge, willpower, and understanding. For in this world, imagination can become reality. And reality itself can be resisted. > “In a situation of utter despair, I remain calm as a mirror lake. Even if heaven leaves me no path, I shall carve one myself with the fire of my ambition.”

The life of a princess. This novel not only tells the story of a princess's life, but also explores her values as a woman and her intense curiosity about the world. This novel is part of the Red Adventurer series.

In a rigid aristocratic society where marriages are political and mistresses are open secrets, Alina Ashworth, daughter of a bankrupt merchant is sold to the most powerful and feared man in the kingdom: Austin Moore, Duke of Ravenmoor. Her official title is his bed warmer. This humiliating title means she is his to use, display, and discard. Yet, he never touches her. Every night, she comes to his room, lies on his bed, but he doesn’t even look at her. But in public, he is a different man. At banquets, his hand is always on her waist and he introduces her to others with possessiveness that make men step back and women glare. Furious at being used as a prop, Alina decides that she will not be his silent ornament. If he wants to display possession, she will give him a performance worth watching. Soon, she weaponizes her bed warmer title, turns the humiliation into power and makes him fall for a woman he was never supposed to want.

"Twelve lives. Ten regressions. One survivor who gets to rewrite reality." In a world trapped in a perfect, endless loop, twelve individuals stand outside the cycle. They are the Time Breakers—architects of destiny, or its ultimate destroyers. Kairi Ren thought he was just a failure, a man drowning in a life of betrayal and isolation. He didn't know his misery was a side effect of a broken timeline. He didn't know he was already a pawn in a game where the stakes are existence itself. But the rules are absolute: +) You only have 10 lives to change your fate. +) To gain more, you must hunt the others. +) To win, you must be the last one standing. When the 12th position is forced upon him, Kairi is thrust into a brutal Battle Royale of chronomancy. Between "The Probabilist" who sees every future and "The Surrogate" who steals identities, a failure like Kairi has only one advantage: He has nothing left to lose. In a hunt where memory is the only weapon and time is the ultimate currency, will Kairi remain a victim of the loop... or will he become the one to break time forever? [Inspired by Re:Zero x Fate/Strange Fake] After reading, I would greatly appreciate your feedback. Your comments will motivate me to continue writing and better understand the preferences of my readers.

Most stories start the same way. You either have the slum rat who claws his way out of the mud, drenched in blood and sweat until he becomes a god… or the golden child, heir to some ancient clan — fallen or thriving, it doesn’t matter. Either way, they’re destined for greatness. Alucard was destined for death. In the original Shadow Slave timeline, his fate was sealed: die in his very first Nightmare. As Rain’s adoptive older brother — just as close and beloved as the canon one — his tragedy was meant to end there. But fate made a mistake. Alucard survived the Nightmare he was [Fated] to die in… and the price of that survival was a path no human should ever walk — a path paved with death, sin, and horrors beyond mortal understanding. To claim even a fragment of salvation, he must defy the destiny written for him. He must face terrors that twist reality, monsters born from blood and hatred, and the sins that cling to his soul like chains. This is the story of a man who should not exist a man who was never meant to defy fate and a man who will do whatever it takes to protect the ones he loves --- I'm really bad at writing synopsis so just read the story I promise it's peak some background info if you are curious Alucard is the same age as Effie and Kai Al is not a self insert he is his own character not me putting myself in the story and you can tell that pretty early in the novel there is a ton of unique lore and characters so if you're interested please read it

Jacob Brown spent his old life chasing success, only to be crushed by failure at every turn. Now, reborn as 14-year-old Leo Mantine in a steampunk world where magic fuels invention and danger lurks behind progress, he’s given a second chance to carve out a future worth fighting for. But survival won’t come easy. From shadowy factions pulling the strings of society to secrets buried in ancient ruins, Leo must navigate a world where power is everything—and the weak are left behind. Armed with newfound abilities and the lessons of his past life, he’ll have to outthink, outmaneuver, and outlast those who would see him fail again. In a world of gears, sorcery, and ambition, will he finally rise above his failures—or will history repeat itself?

To be honest this is just a collection of a writer inner thoughts, whom is on a writer's block just like myself. A place where you can read and think of short spaces to help kill the time until you find your way back to where you need to be or wish to go. Weather A Novelist, Comic Creator, or even A Poet.... We all end up at a point in life where we feel stuck & hopeless. So, within that stump, try to create or read short, tiny worlds that speaks your mind, your heart, and your soul in that very moment. Just like myself. "You Are Not Alone."

When life gives you mysterious potions… chug first, ask questions never. Blaine was having a perfectly normal day—until he wasn’t. One blink later, he’s transmigrated into the twisted world of Lord of the Mysteries, where logic takes a vacation and secrets have teeth. Before he can say, “Where’s my system?” he accidentally downs a potion and wakes up as a full-time Secrets Suppliant (comes with free headaches, divine side-eye, and a 90% risk of insanity). Now he’s stuck juggling cryptic gods and overly dramatic cults. But hey, someone’s gotta slay the True Creator and crush the Aurora Order. --- What to expect - Strong Mc But not OP(later on) - hates the aurora order - cool powers - 2 days per day minimum Join us here: https://discord.gg/Gut3w8xgC9 If you can’t, no worries at all — I’m just happy you’re here!

Yeri was once a succubus, a powerful and irresistible seductress who fed on desire. Now reborn as a stunning young woman in the modern world, she must navigate the confusing collision of her human innocence and her demonic memories. One night, fate leads her into the path of Shin Keir, a dangerously magnetic and notorious CEO known for getting everything he wants—except peace. Their accidental encounter sparks an intense, uncontrollable passion, and a single night together changes everything. *** Excerpt: The dream had returned. Same eerie forest. Same surreal woman in the crimson dress. But this time, the setting had changed slightly. She now stood at the edge of a cliff made of jagged, glowing red rocks that resembled oversized rubies. Scarlet butterflies floated around her like living embers. A thick fog blanketed the area like some forbidden realm between worlds. She turned to him, her smile soft, sweet—and somehow tragic. She was heartbreakingly beautiful, ethereal yet forlorn, like a love story written in fading ink. Shin had tried to call out, but the wind swallowed his voice. As he stepped forward, the woman mouthed something. He couldn't hear her. Then, in a horrifying instant, her body tilted, and she plummeted off the cliff. The despair that followed wasn't just a feeling—it was a full-body, soul-tearing scream that never made it past his throat. Without hesitation, Shin leapt after her. He awoke convulsing, drenched in cold sweat. His eyes gleamed with a strange madness, a devil struggling behind the polished CEO exterior. *** Disclaimer- Places and characters are all works of fiction.

Haunted by an unforgivable sin, Cosmo, raised from birth by V.E.I.L., the world’s most formidable military order, embarks on a secret journey to find an answer beyond reason or time. What he uncovered instead was a revelation that heralded the end of all life, and of the world as he understood it, When he returned with a newfound desire to reach the top, he was saddled with a group of outcasts, down on their luck and abandoned by the world. Driven by a sense of kinship, he decided to undertake the responsibility of bringing them to the top of the world along with himself… by any means necessary.

a mythical story about a society, divided by "four" classes by the gods: Humans, paragons, sirens and hybrids. They all have their differences and fears against each other, as two major wars occured in the past. Yet, everything changes when a group, formed by all the four classes, needs to work together to solve a mass murder case, finding more stories than there are.

In the magical world of eidolon, where monsters roam in every corner——are How will Karion survive? What will he do to further his prowess? How will he prevent his soul from collapsing? Will he be able to overcome the madness…

A young man dies in a war in his former world, sinking into a darkness that nearly erases his very existence. At the brink of oblivion, a mysterious voice offers him a choice, to live again in a new world or fall into hell. Without knowing what awaits him, he chooses to survive. And thus, he is reborn as Alex Sander. At the same time, Katarina Mars, a princess who carries memories of the future, returns from a shattered fate. A world she once knew was filled with death, betrayal, and failures she could not prevent. This time, she swears to change everything. Two souls, two pasts, and one shared world. They have crossed paths since the very beginning, unaware that their existence marks the beginning of a far greater change in destiny. Note: This is my first novel, please read it first, because I think it's interesting and I hope the readers will be interested too.

In a fantastical world where strength reigns supreme, power determines everything. With strength, you can have it all—you can ignore reason, abandon morality and virtue, and even trample on the most basic human rights. ... Since that’s how the world works, don’t blame me for refusing to play by the rules anymore! Thank you for the support, friends. If you want to read more chapters in advance, go to my Patreon. Read 30 Chapters In Advance: patreon.com/Kira1997

Amber, driven by her dream of becoming a police officer, leaves Catopia for Animalopolis, where she trains at the academy, proves her courage through demanding obstacle courses, and begins building a life in the city. Along the way, she forms a meaningful partnership with Joseph, whose humor, loyalty, and growing trust help balance her determination and bold instincts. Their early success in solving the nut theft case shows their potential, but the reckless damage they caused during the chase has consequences that test both their confidence and their teamwork. Through desk duty and partner therapy led by Dr. Maple, Amber and Joseph learn to listen more carefully, communicate honestly, and value compromise, turning conflict into a stronger sense of partnership. By Chapters 7 and 8, their bond deepens further as they reflect on these lessons, prepare together for the Spring Gala, and begin working more deliberately as equals. At the gala, a new threat emerges when the mysterious Shadow Paw steals the Golden Citizen of the Year Trophy, introducing a more dangerous and calculating adversary than they have faced before. The theft marks a turning point in the story, shifting Amber and Joseph from personal growth and adjustment into a larger mystery that will test their skills, trust, and determination. Across these eight chapters, the story highlights friendship, resilience, redemption, and the importance of learning from mistakes as one steps bravely into bigger challenges.

After the long summer, the stars weep blood, and a cold darkness will shroud the world. Only by kindling the First Flame can the ice be driven away and the Long Night be ended forever. --- Daily Updates! --- Read Up to 80+ Chapters Ahead at patreon.com/Glimmer09 ---

Zekai is twenty-two and has already decided that life is meaningless. He has no job, no ambition, and no interest in the future. While others chase purpose, he watches from the sidelines, convinced that the world runs on illusions people are too afraid to question. The death is ruled an accident. The silence afterward is not. Something is left behind—something old, something deliberate. From that moment, Zekai begins to notice what others cannot: patterns beneath coincidence, intent behind tragedy, and a presence that seems amused by his existence. The city changes around him. Crimes grow stranger. People disappear without explanation. Whispers spread of a figure who appears in moments of fear—part savior, part nightmare. Zekai does not seek to become anything. He only reacts. Yet the more he intervenes, the more the world pushes back. Every choice carries consequences he cannot escape. Every step forward reveals another layer of truth he was never meant to see. Some paths offer power. Some demand sacrifice. Some do not allow turning back. As Zekai is pulled deeper into a hidden side of the city—where justice, guilt, desire, and fate collide—he is forced to confront a question no one can answer for him: Is freedom something you choose… or something taken from you the moment you play along? Because this story is not about destiny fulfilled. It is about what remains when the final number is reached— 22.

Veronica is a 16-year-old teenager like any other, an American girl from the town of Sweet Hills. She is an optimistic, studious girl, perhaps a bit dull compared to her classmates. Nothing bad is said about her. But Veronica hides dark secrets... She kills for money. This is the story of how Veronica became a professional hitwoman.

METRO GENESIS by Ada. The year is 3044. Humanity made it this far. Barely. AI got sorted eventually, redirected toward handling the tedious, the administrative, the soul-crushing weight of daily existence so humans could spend time doing things that actually required being human. A noble vision. Metro City found a way to make even that sinister. Metro City was never a good place to live. It was, however, always a spectacular place to disappear, into its rain-slicked streets, its corporate towers, its carefully maintained illusion that someone, somewhere, had things under control. Buried beneath that illusion was the Nemesis Protocol Unit. Black ops. Off the books. The agency that handled the problems polite society preferred to pretend didn't exist. The NPU didn't officially exist. It was also the only thing standing between Metro City and complete collapse. For nearly as long as the NPU existed, there was NexoPharma. Gleaming towers. Government contracts. The kind of respectability built on strategic donations and carefully placed allies. Ask anyone on the street what NexoPharma was really doing in those labs and they'd lower their voice and say the same thing: bioweapons. They weren't wrong. In 3034, rookie agent Adrian Cole was assigned to NexoPharma Tower. Routine investigation. Get in, gather evidence, get out. It was not routine. The tower caught fire. The kill teams mobilized. His senior partner went back for him when he didn't have to, pushed Adrian clear, and didn't make it out. Adrian crawled from that building on two broken ankles, alone, with the sound of screaming that stopped too soon ringing in his ears. He spent two weeks in hospital. He spent the next ten years trying to deserve it. By 3044, Adrian Cole is the Ace of NPU, the best field agent the Nemesis Protocol Unit has ever produced. Decorated. Relentless. Still haunted. The kind of man who walks into situations that break other agents and walks out with the truth still intact. Metro City is working on fixing that. Above him sits Elias, NPU's iron-spined higher up, a man who has survived long enough to know exactly which questions you ask out loud and which ones you take permanently to your grave. He gives Adrian enough information to complete the mission. Never quite enough to understand what the mission actually is. Then there is Garrick, pilot, transport specialist, and somehow the most aggressively normal human being in this entire story. We are enormously fond of him. We are also deeply concerned for him. There is also Marcus. That's all we're saying about Marcus. You'll understand why. And finally, Aveline. Ace of the Crime Division. Half Canadian, half Russian. The kind of dangerous that doesn't announce itself. She is a psychopath, this is not a plot twist, not a slow revelation, not a dramatic chapter reveal. Everyone who works with her knows it. Everyone who works against her really knows it. She is not looking for redemption. She was never soft. She looked at Metro City in all its corruption and decided the correct response was not to fix it, but to be better at it than everyone else in the room. Not sweet. But definitely a psycho. Metro City is rotting. The Nexo Incident has begun. The corporations are panicking quietly, violently, and with excellent legal representation. And somewhere in the middle of all of it, an agent running on borrowed time and a woman who never needed a reason are about to find out exactly how deep Metro City's rot goes. It goes very deep. Nobody is ready. Least of all you. Welcome to Metro Genesis. Try not to get attached.