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He wasn't the hero. He wasn't even supposed to exist. When a modern strategist wakes in the body of a minor noble's son, he finds himself in a world where power is measured, quantified, and controlled by an ancient System that ranks every human from F to SSS. There's no prophecy waiting for him. No divine protection. No cheat items handed over by benevolent gods. Just a Status window that shows D-rank mediocrity—and a hidden anomaly the System can't classify. Every injury teaches his body to resist. Every repetition builds impossible skill. Every deliberate act of self-destruction makes him stronger. The System calls it an error. He calls it evolution. But power without restraint draws attention. In a continent divided between five ruthless powers—each hunting for advantages in an endless political war—an anomaly that breaks the System's rules becomes the most valuable weapon imaginable. Or the most dangerous threat. The hero's story is already written. The protagonist doesn't care. He's building something the System was never designed to contain: absolute sovereignty through calculated violence, strategic alliances, and the willingness to bleed for every advantage. Some call it madness. He calls it survival. The System measures power. He's learning to break the measurement itself. Genre: Dark Fantasy Progression | Political Intrigue | Strategic Combat Themes: Power vs Control | Evolution Through Adversity | Self-Authored Destiny Tone: Visceral, Introspective, Ruthlessly Grounded What Makes This Different: No prophecy, no chosen one, no plot armor Protagonist is strategic and ruthless, not heroic Relationships are political alliances with emotional weight System infrastructure that can be challenged and broken Continental politics between five distinct powers Growth through deliberate self-harm and adaptation Mature exploration of power, control, and sovereignty Warning: Contains graphic combat, strategic violence, complex political scheming, and mature themes. Protagonist makes morally gray decisions in pursuit of power. Not a power fantasy—consequences are real, permanent, and costly.

In a desperate attempt to stop a global calamity, the Academy initiates a Hero summoning. Althea Celestine Arwen, the Great Sage’s granddaughter, is chosen to lead the rite. But the ritual cracks, pulling Malrik, a Demon King from a different world, into their reality. Malrik has no interest in being a hero, and Althea has no idea how to lead. Yet, as chaos draws closer, this "interference" might be exactly what the world needs.

In a world governed by dark bargains, Evangeline was nothing more than a number in the ledgers of the cursed Hastings lineage; the Fourth Bride led to Lindbrook Mansion as a sacrifice to feed the "Contract of Shadows" and protect the nobility’s legacy from fading. Between the walls of the estate, where the echoes of previous brides still linger, Evangeline found herself facing a harrowing choice: to turn into ash for a curse that was not hers, or to tame the monster lurking within the blood of Lord Valerian—the heir who feared touching his bride lest the darkness behind his eyes consume her. From there began a saga of breaking chains, as Evangeline transformed from a slaughtered victim into a sovereign of shadows, redefining the balance of the world’s four elements—Salt, Fire, Air, and Spirit. It was a grueling journey that stripped her and Valerian of their magical immortality in exchange for the most precious human possession: the freedom of choice. The legend of the sacrificed brides ended the moment Evangeline decided to pay the price not in blood, but in rebellion, turning her palace from a prison for souls into a beacon connecting the earth to the stars, leaving behind an eternal lesson that darkness is not an enemy, but a raw canvas upon which we choose the colors we paint.

Content Warning: Contains mature themes that may be unsuitable for underaged readers. Excerpt Ragnar finally looked up. His eyes roamed her face, then dropped lower and lingered just a second too long. “Careful, princess. Keep taunting me like that and I’ll start thinking you like our nightly sparring.” “And if I did?” Her voice was soft now. Almost playful. “Would you stop pretending that you don't like it when I challenge you?” He rose from his seat slowly until he stood toe to toe with her. “Tell me something, Circe.” She tilted her chin up. “What?” “If I kissed you right now… Would you slap me, stab me, or kiss me back?” Her breath hitched. “That depends.” “On?” “How good the kiss is.” A pause. Something hummed between them, something neither of them dared name. Ragnar’s gaze dropped to her mouth. “Do you want me to find out?” She smiled, slow and wicked. “Make it worth the risk.” **** She was forced to marry the man who led the attack on her people. After her father is murdered, Circe is forced to leave her home and become a prisoner of the enemy. When she is taken to the enemy territory, she expects to be tortured physically in every way imaginable. But what she hadn't expected was for the vampire king to offer her up as a bride to his illegitimate son, the very same man that had her people slaughtered. It was a fate worse than torture. With her little brother's life on the line and with nowhere to run, Circe is forced to succumb to her fate. Right then she vowed in the name of her dead father to bring her husband to his knees. She would have her revenge, even if it meant destroying herself in the process. From the first time Prince Ragnar laid eyes on Circe, he knew she was going to be trouble. But trouble had never looked so intriguing. She was a puzzle he couldn't solve and that fact only drew him closer. Like a moth to a flame, she threatened to consume him. She would be his very own demise. Circe's presence in Lamora awoke something sinister, a malicious entity roaming the lands. From dusk till dawn, the streets of Lamora becomes engulfed in a strange fog and from within the voice of a woman can be heard. Anyone who wanders out at night when the fog comes, vanishes seemingly without a trace. Never to be found again. what happens when Circe's brother becomes a victim of this evil presence? What happens when Circe has no other choice but to team up with her husband, who she despises, in order to find the truth behind the disappearances and the evil magic plaguing their lands.

Vengeance opened the door. But what stepped through was far more dangerous. Beneath the cold lights of modern Germany lies an ancient network hidden in the shadows: Dominion, a secret organization, its existence has remained silent... until now. Lars Braun, a man broken by the loss of his daughter, suddenly finds himself entangled in a mystery beyond all comprehension. What began as a quest for revenge leads him to plunge into the darkest corners of the world.

It began with the sundering of Being and Abyss. The Deas and the Abyssites discorded themselves over what should be and what should not be.  Destiny, greatest of the Abyssites, compelled: "All that is shall be; all that is, is Me. I am King of Abyss. All there is, is My decree."

Bound by a love that defied death itself, two souls are drawn together across lifetimes. In a new world, they walk separate paths, unaware of the bond that once cost them everything. As fate begins to stir and forgotten memories surface, the past refuses to stay buried. Some loves do not end. They wait.

Ben, a postgraduate chemistry student, envisions a future where science unlocks the secrets of the universe. But fate has other plans. In a sudden twist, Ben dies and awakens in a strange new world, reborn as a five-year-old boy named Damian Sunblade. Damian's joy at being part of a noble family is short-lived. His family, valuing gold over blood, sells him off to another noble house to be groomed as a homemaker husband, a mere pawn in their political games. Struggling with his new reality and the remnants of his past life’s knowledge, Damian refuses to succumb to his fate. In his new household, Damian discovers that this world is governed by magic circles, Runic symbols wielding immense power. Driven by his scientific curiosity, Damian begins to experiment. Applying the laws of physics to the Rune symbols, he deciphers their secrets and invents his own unique form of magic. However, The family that bought him has their own plans for him, seeing Damian as a valuable tool to enhance their power. But Damian, ever the independent spirit, has dreams beyond servitude. He longs for freedom, a place to call his own—a life where he can use his talents without restraint. And so Damian devises a daring plan to escape. His journey is fraught with danger and intrigue, as he navigates a world filled with mystical creatures, powerful adversaries, and ancient secrets. Along the way, he forges alliances and battles enemies, all while refining his magical and scientific skills. In "The Runic Alchemist," follow Damian Sunblade’s epic quest for independence and self-discovery. Witness his transformation from a forsaken child to a formidable Alchemist, determined to carve out an extraordinary future for himself in a world teeming with infinite possibilities. ***** Author Note : Hello! GlaringError here! As I have already mentioned in my author review I am restating it here since I am getting tons of comments about it, that I am more of a reader myself than a writer, I made this novel in an attempt to capture my fantasy world residing in my mind into words.. Writing is new for me.. The premise of my novel is inspired by many great works that I have loved over the years. And some elements I have in my novel that are slightly similar to them but it's just the skeleton of it, the real meat of the plot is entirely my own cooking. Some of the influence that is more noticeable is from The Runesmith (By Kuropon), The King's Avatar (By Butterfly Blue) and Shadow Slave (By Guiltythree). I have immense respect for these legends and I can only hope to follow in their footsteps. To all those who comment just by judging the name, at least give it a chance before letting your opinions be known. Thank you.

Darling Thaixanna...we live for you...We will all fall when you rise.. rise when you die... My oppressive light...longs for you, my dearest child of humanity... Read our history and you shall be a part of us. Or will you? Not often we get THAILINGS...(thailings are new people)

[Warning: Mature Content — R18+] [Initializing System…] [Welcome, Player: Thomas Miller] [New Identity: Thomas Miller — Heroine Tamer] [Linked System: Symbiotic Conquest System] [Core Functions Unlocked] → Stats (Dominance | Synchronization | Willpower | Reputation | Endurance) → Skills | Shop | Quests | Achievements | Gacha | Entity Viewer → Dominance Points (DP) as the primary resource. In a world where women rule through overwhelming powers and men barely survive with paltry gifts, Thomas is fired and humiliated while trying to protect his younger sister. Just when he believes he has hit rock bottom, he awakens to something that should not exist. A Symbiotic Conquest System activates within him. It grants no free power. It promises no justice. Every wish comes with an irreversible price. To survive in a city ruled by heroines, defined by brutal beast tournaments and absolute hierarchies, Thomas must conquer bonds, accept dangerous contracts, and cross boundaries he never thought he would break—all to secure his younger sister’s financial well-being. Because in this world, being strong is not enough. You must learn to conquer… or be erased. What can you expect next? Let’s just say the MC will tame yanderes, queens, models, princesses, idols… All to secure a stable income for himself and his younger sister, while facing beast combat in world-scale tournaments. Romance, drama, and unpredictable chemistry ahead! Content Tags → R18+ → Harem, Comedy, Action → Game Elements / Stats / Quests → Genius MC, Level-Headed, No Beta Behavior → No Yuri → No Netorase / Yaoi / BL → There will be no forced sex or explicit scenes in requests, unless a romance has been previously developed and arises naturally between them.

Kaelon was a slum rat. He worked for a local gang and guarded a casino. His fate was to become another drunkard rotting in the shadow of Altium City. But this fate would change.

Alaric was once a dictator who was defeated due to betrayal. He died after being assassinated by his own companions. He was reborn in a world where everyone possessed power. This time, he lived as a prince named Lucian. Humans and elves formed an alliance to fight against dragons and demons. Now, he will do everything to become the strongest, even if it means making an evil decision. Whether to become a ruthless dictator once again, or an unconventional, unheroic savior. In this story, the protagonist is not a hero.

Raised as one among many in an orphanage, Giovanni slowly watched his brothers and sisters depart, never to return. As age caught up with him, he came face to face with an inevitable sentence: chosen by the nightmare spell. In a new and exotic world, he must fight against more than the monsters that surround him — the very world itself, striving to corrupt him and destroy the teachings that guide his path. He cannot yield. He cannot fail. After all, he made a promise.

Edrin Vale never wanted to be exceptional. As a miller's son conscripted into a border war, he only wanted to protect Tam, his best friend. When Tam dies reaching for him on the battlefield, Edrin's latent magic awakens, and he discovers he wields the same city-killing destruction that nearly ended the world three centuries ago. Bound by law to serve the crown, Edrin is taken by Caelan, one of the kingdom's seven Sovereigns, to learn control over magic that can unmake matter itself. At court, political factions war over his loyalty: Crown Prince Thomric demands harsher restrictions on Sovereigns, while his brother Corin leads quiet reform. As Edrin's power grows beyond what anyone expected, he must navigate court intrigue, master his destructive magic, and decide whether the system built on genocide's ashes deserves his loyalty or his rebellion.

Laws exist to make a cause, Arcons exist to govern such laws, But what does a Catalyst do? Or Dark star do? They break the very thing they call 'Laws'. A entity that has both the rights to exist and none exist at the same time tied to the world, defying the regulations of Arcons it self. But what happenes when a catalyst becomes an Arcon? No it doesn't cause chaos, nor does it destroys the world, Rather Change! Kairos a Mana less fellow that raised to the top being the strongest Aura user in history. Fate was cruel, The cage they thought was actually protecting them, meeting his death along with the pillars of the continent. It's been Said, Fate doesn't do injustice. Giving them a second chance, Giving him a chance regressing him back in time where all it started. But there was something strange about this world. Join Kairos as he changes the very laws the world governs on 'Magic' u knowingly that the whole history of the world is tied to his fate. ----- 'Ah one fire ball not enough, It's alright I will make em ten!" "I see, One enchantment isn't enough, how about ten of them?" "One arrow isn't enough how about one hundred of them" Tags #OVER POWERED FROM THE START #WEAKLING #HAREM? NOT SURE #ROMANCE #ACADEMY #MAGIC #Myrad Races #TIMELINES #NO NTR OR THAT KIND OF SHITS #R-18+ [starting part is surely slow at first. just grit it through till chap 3 to 4]

Noah Carter never expected anything good from life, a broke programmer who worked hours to settle the immense debts in his name. That was until he was chosen by the most powerful system in the world. [Idle Tycoon System Activated] The system gifted him a shop in a world filled with demons and dragons. His bread healed wounds, his drinks increased mana, and his crisps increased comprehension! Every sale generated automatic income. Every world unlocked new possibilities. However, things weren’t simple. Noah needed to keep selling to ensure he had enough money to purchase new products. One shop became hundreds spanning medieval kingdoms, game-like worlds, cultivation realms and much more. Noah's network spread across dimensions like a cosmic plague of convenience stores. Countless years later, Noah raised his head from the clouds and realised something unexpected. He had become the richest and most powerful man in the universe.

Roland awakens with the memories of the life before his transmigration and gets a soul-bound card which makes him a good writer. He takes part in a national writing contest and submits his writing. But after hearing that the old king has died and there will be a new empress, he is overwhelmed by a wave of panic. Because the title of his work is Oh My, the Empress Is Pregnant, Who's the Father?

In the magical Yowein Continent, Igor the naive young man is pursuing the secrets of the Adventurer. Witches, politicians, ambitious individuals, and all sorts of characters have inadvertently squeezed into the young man's extraordinary journey due to a strange stone. However, none of these has anything to do with the monster... The monster, the One-Eyed Monster, enters Igor's journey like a bolt of lightning, confusingly revealing another secret of the Yowein Continent...

An undead man awakens in a cell, unable to remember how he got there or where he is. He must find a way to escape and survive. He is interrogated—or tormented—by creatures and knights who bleed through their cracks, as if madness itself had seeped into their bodies. In that place, everything seems to breathe insanity.

After sleeping for 10,000 years, the god-level small Ancestor woke up. She unexpectedly became a fool with the IQ of a three-and-a-half-year-old, heading to the college entrance exam hall, and everyone was waiting for her to make a fool of herself! The small Ancestor smiled slightly: "Very good, great wisdom appears foolish." Casually, she achieved a "god-like" score that shocked the entire internet. Looking around her side, either there are Bosses of Ma Jia or they are Jinli little cuties, and everyone wants to desperately grind her into the ground with underhanded tricks! The small Ancestor smiled slightly: "Very good, my craftsmanship in creating people is still present. For those who grew crooked, just a little pinch to remake them should suffice." The Bosses of Ma Jia can't hide their little bodies under their disguises, trembling! After casually remaking the defective products, she turned around and was immediately photographed sharing a bed with the Empire's unspeakable Mr. Bo, instantly shattering the hearts of girls around the world! The small Ancestor pondered slightly: "Something... seems amiss, I was just occasionally craving his body... his Spiritual Energy, you may carry on." Several days later. A certain charming man personally delivered a marriage certificate to her residence: "I heard you crave Mr. Bo's body...?" #Reverse-plot small Ancestor VS abstinent domineering strongman #