kingdombuilding

A Chess Grandmaster preparing for the biggest match of his life never imagined that his world would end before the first move was played. When he wakes up, he is no longer on Earth. He is Serin—an illegitimate Imperial Prince in a foreign world where gods are real, empires rise and fall, and a single name can be enough to get someone killed. With no magic talent to rely on and no powerful backing to protect him, Serin has only one thing he can truly trust: the mind he honed through years of high-level chess. In a world ruled by schemes, faith, and quiet cruelty, every decision becomes a move on an unseen board. Just as despair threatens to swallow him, a strange voice echoes in his mind. “Congratulations. You have been chosen for the Divine Arena. Would you like to enter?” In a place where gods grant blessings to those who reach the top, and where all power is stripped away except for one’s ability to think, chess is no longer just a game. It is a path to power and influence, it is a lifeline for the poor. and a theatre for the Gods behind the shadows.

Wen Mang is only a history UP host. Yet every time he posts a video, the people arguing in the comments are… Liu Bei. Guan Yu. Zhang Fei. Zhao Yun. Zhuge Kongming. A mysterious light curtain descends, replaying the true fate of the Three Kingdoms—unchanged, merciless, and brutally honest. Liu Bei watches his empire collapse and asks in disbelief: “Shu Han… ended like this? And even my statue was expelled from Wuhou Shrine?” Guan Yu sees himself drowned, defeated, deified—and used. “So this is how history remembers the Martial Saint?” Zhang Fei learns his own end and falls silent for a long, long time. “Is this really… all I amounted to?” Zhao Yun witnesses seven entries and seven exits become a legend— yet still cannot save the world he fought for. And Zhuge Kongming… He doesn’t ask about victory or defeat. He asks one question only: “If such a light curtain exists— can history be rewritten?” From military formations to aircraft carriers, from grain transport to industrial warfare, modern knowledge crashes into ancient ambition. Old regrets awaken. Unfinished oaths resurface. And once the heroes understand why they lost… Will they still accept the ending history gave them? When the curtain lights up again, the Three Kingdoms are already on a different path.

Dennis died a failure. He woke up as a kobold hatchling; one of the weakest races in a brutal game world where survival favored the strong. Kobolds lived in caves, worshipped dragons, and hoarded treasure they could never protect. Again and again, their clans were wiped out. But Dennis—now Kyle—saw the flaw. Chosen by the Greater Kobold System, he was tasked with an impossible mission: Lead the kobold race to prosperity. Starting from nothing, Kyle would change how kobolds lived, fought, and expanded. No blind faith. No useless hoarding. Only strategy, numbers, and growth. From a single cave to a rising domain, this is the story of how the weakest race began its climb through survival and domination. Extra Tags: #NoHarem #Supernatural #Familyman #RelatableMc

A modern history student awakens in ancient Kalinga, a proud and advanced civilization on the eastern coast of Bharat. Rather than inventing or ruling, he strengthens what already exists—encouraging scholars, guilds, and merchants to think systematically, record knowledge, and connect ideas across disciplines. When Ashoka’s Magadhan empire threatens Kalinga, the kingdom survives not through brute force, but through preparation, unity, and institutions that outlast individuals. Trade, learning, and cooperation carry Kalinga’s influence across Southeast Asia and eventually unify the subcontinent without erasing its diversity. Generations pass, empires rise and fall, yet Kalinga’s civilization remains unbroken. In the end, the protagonist returns to the present to find a world transformed—one where his homeland was never conquered, never colonized, and became one of the greatest civilizations in history.

What would you do if you were granted the power to turn back time every time you died? Louis Drakeheart once had everything. Born as the grandson of the Dragon King and the son of Earth’s most brilliant scientist and strongest Esper and a Holy Dragon Goddess, his future seemed boundless. Yet at the age of ten, he failed to awaken his Dragon Bloodline and could not transform into a dragon. Branded a cripple and a failure by his own Dragon Family, he was abandoned, his dreams shattered. Growing increasingly bitter and resentful, especially after his mother fell gravely ill and slipped into an eternal slumber that no one could cure, Louis transformed into a ruthless, cynical, and deeply unstable noble. Throughout the Frostbane Kingdom, he became infamous as the “Mad Prince.” In a final, desperate bid for power, he plunged into the Dimensional Labyrinth, only to be ambushed by an enemy nation. Powerless to change his fate, he was killed. But that was not the end for Louis Drakeheart. Upon death, he awakened the power of Death Loop, allowing him to return to the past after dying. At last, he possessed the ability to reshape his life, one death at a time. Now, through sheer will and unrelenting struggle, Louis will fight with everything he has to seize the strength needed to change his fate, reclaim his draconic birthright, and save his kingdom from its inevitable downfall at the hands of both Enemy Nations and Horrors beyond the Dimensional Boundary—even if it costs him his sanity as he descends deeper into the Spiral of Madness. This is the story of Louis Drakeheart and his journey through madness and enlightenment as he claims his true title: the Heir of Ruin, the Bringer of the End. And... of her, the one that accompanied him through countless regressions, the only witness of all his sacrifices. Also known as "Spiral of Madness: Ascension of the Villainous Dragon Prince". What to Expect: -A death loop where the main character returns to fixed points in time after each death, retaining all the power he has built up. -Deep world-building and a vibrant, living world that feels alive and immersive. -A unique power system: the Spiral of Madness/Incarnation inspired by Lord of the Mysteries Sequences and Metaphor Refantazio Archetype System. -Powerful, near impossible to defeat antagonists that will force the MC to accumulate strength across multiple lives to finally defeat them. -Strong focus on weapon techniques, cultivation, magic, and familiar bonding. -A romantic subplot that develops across multiple lives. -Dungeon crawling combined with fast-paced progression. -Countless mysteries, multiple worlds to explore, kingdom building (later down the line), and much more. -High stakes and emotional storytelling mixed with great side characters. Release schedule: 7 chapters per week or more. Discord: https://discord.gg/y3MSJxX5RG

• 1-2 New Chapters Every Day After his dreams are crushed by failure, a young hedge fund manager named Jason Underwood wakes up in another man’s body. He is now Ezra Prentice, a lawyer married to Alta Rockefeller, the daughter of the richest man in the world. It is 1907. The Standard Oil empire is under attack after the release of Ida Tarbell’s book . At first, Ezra lives quietly in the shadow of the Rockefeller name. But Jason’s old ambition burns inside him. He knows the future—wars, oil shocks, and the rise of new industries. He believes this is his chance to build an empire greater than any in history. Yet the family he has joined is divided. John D. Rockefeller Sr. rules with cold calculation, while his son, John D. Jr., struggles to make peace with his father’s ruthless legacy. The father sees in Ezra a man who understands power. The son sees a man who must be watched. As the country turns against monopolies and greed, Ezra begins to weave his plans. He spreads rumors, makes bold investments, and manipulates allies and enemies alike. His goal is simple: to secure the Rockefeller name—not through morality, but through control. But in a changing America, even the strongest empires can crack from within.

Aiden was born into the wealthiest family on the Revonia Continent— the Arclight Clan, owners of an SS-rank Mana Vein. A clan that lived by a single doctrine: “Power builds legacy. Wealth sustains legacy. Family is optional.” Aiden, however, was different. Where others schemed, he showed kindness. Where others chased power, he chose compassion. The clan called him the "useless heir," a boy unfit to bear the Arclight name. But everything collapsed during the Origin Awakening Ceremony. Before the entire clan, Aiden awakened the weakest result imaginable: (F-Rank Unique Ability and Origin Heart detected) (Minor Null Field) – Causes minor disturbance in skill activation and mana flow. Humiliated, mocked, and abandoned, not a single member of his family stepped forward to defend him. By sundown, Aiden was expelled— stripped of his title, status, resources, and home. The heir of the Arclights became homeless in a single day. Yet even at his lowest, he refused to break. Even as everyone walked away, something else reached out. [Compatible host found] [Initializing System Awakening…] [Origin Gacha System bonded to host] [Minimum Reward: S-Rank] Now armed with a Gacha System capable of granting Bloodlines, Physiques, Skills, Treasures, Summons, and more, Aiden begins his rise from nothing. From Exile to Emperor. From “trash” to a being feared by Mortals and Gods alike. He will build an empire — one that spans continents, worlds, and divine planes. Upload schedule – 1-2 Chapter/day Milestone (Monday to Monday) 50 Powerstones – 1 Bonus Chapter 100 Powerstones – 3 Bonus Chapter What to expect — 1. MultipleRaces (Elves, Demons, Beast-Folk, etc) 2. Average paced 3. MC will have romantic interest (2-4) all plot based 4. Overpowered MC

[Assessment Complete. Activating Mutagen, Please Standby….] A normal day is suddenly turned on its head when a single voice utters those fateful words into the minds of every single soul on the planet. It was after those words that every single man, woman and child was granted the opportunity to gain fantastical abilities in the name of evolution. Not even the plants or animals were spared by the words of this mysterious voice. Yet not everyone got what they hoped for. Some developed no powers at all, their bodies not yet ready for the process. Others, were simply too frail to handle it. Mutating into horrific creatures, nightmares made real. Seth Quinn, a slightly below average IT worker, developed a unique ability. The Puppeteers Threads. The ability to turn inanimate objects into his obedient puppets. Will he and those he loves survive in this hellish new world? Will his new ability lead him to a life of greatness he always dreamed of? Could he become a Master of Puppets? ----------------------------------------------------- A book about an apocalyptic world and the powers that have risen within. Following the unique blend of necromantic and Summoning abilities, with a twist that offers many more opportunities. Admittedly, it has a slightly slow start, especially in the first 5 chapters. It's something I regret now, but can't change. I can only try to improve, so I hope you stick through it and get to the good meat that starts around chapter 5 at least. General warning for graphic descriptions of death and injury. There will be bloodshed, not gonna be sunshine and rainbows. Other warnings for other issues, such as self harm or implications of sexual assault Will be provided at the start of the chapters, but even then they are just implied. Nothing explicit.

X-CORE: Creating a Space Harem and Conquering Galaxies From a junior engineer to a galactic emperor... Orion’s life changed the day he bonded with the mysterious X-Core. With its power, he sets out across the stars, uncovering ancient secrets, meeting powerful companions, and conquering world after world on his path to destiny. Follow Orion’s rise as he forges an empire among the stars. If you enjoy the story, please consider voting with Power Stones, sharing with friends, and leaving an honest review... it really helps and keeps me motivated to write more. If you’re feeling extra supportive, even a Golden Ticket goes a long way. You can also follow me on Instagram @the_trueseeker for character arts, design inspirations, and behind-the-scenes while also checking out my other novels in writing. https://www.instagram.com/the_trueseeker?igsh=bWs5OGQ2NjY2Z2pm

Transmigrated into the Hyūga Clan with a Caged Bird Seal on his forehead, Kumokawa unlocks the [Making the False True] System. If people believe his lies, they become reality. If he creates a fake technique and creates a logical theory for it? It becomes a real Jutsu. If he invents a fake history about an ancient eye stronger than the Byakugan? The Tenseigan is born. Danzō: "He is the true Darkness of the Shinobi." Orochimaru: "His knowledge of the soul surpasses even mine." Madara: "And I thought I was the mastermind..." Join Kumokawa as he deceives the heavens, one lie at a time.

This story is about a person who got reincarnated into a Fishman in one piece, a young fishman who was in the Sun pirates but Tiger died and the rest of the crew ended up in impel down but not him, the young Fishman Brett was sent to punk hazard, Watch as he navigate the world of One Piece and bring glory to the Fishman people. *** 14 chaps a week, 2 a day. 50 + chapters on my patreon.com/Eatinpieces 50% discount for the first month

“Husband… please don’t hate me…” Those were my wife’s final words as she died in front of my eyes. I ruled with iron and blood. I crushed anyone who threatened my vision…. men, women, even the innocent. They called it madness. I called it survival. For years, I held back. My wife pleaded with me, gentle and desperate. She carried our child and swore she would end it all if I didn’t stop. I listened. I spared them. They repaid mercy with betrayal. They slaughtered my people, destroyed everything I built, murdered my wife, and left me broken in ways no one could ever explain. Two years of endless torture followed. “Accept our God and die quickly,” they demanded. I refused. Not out of faith. Out of pride. They shattered my body, then ended me. As death claimed me, only two things burned inside: Endless hatred… and bitter regret. Hatred for the weakness that let them rise. Regret for the empire I never finished claiming. But death was only the beginning. I awoke in a new flesh…Augustus Vane, heir to a proud but cowering werewolf clan, bowed beneath human masters. Fate has granted me a second life. This time, nothing will chain me. Not love. Not mercy. Not kindness. Not anyone. This time… I will conquer the world! •••••••••••••••••••••••••••• EXTRA TAGS: #Evolution #War #Tragedy #NonHumanLead #RuthlessProtagonist #AntiHero #DarkFantasy #Werewolf #Schemer #FromWeakToStrong #Grimdark #Strategy A/N: Please read at least ten chapters before deciding whether to continue.

“If people chase their own benefit inside my structure, my structure becomes untouchable.” — Sage Alistair... --------- Sage was just an ordinary guy on Earth, living a life that many would call boring. But for him it was perfect — no drama, no chaos, just a peaceful ordinary boring life. He enjoy the simplicity of his daily routine, content with his place in this world. That was, until everything changed in an instant. Out of nowhere, he was shot in the head by a complete stranger. But instead of falling into oblivion, Sage found himself waking up in a completely new fantasy realm. Before he could wrap his head around this bizarre twist of fate, he was bound to a system that had a mission for him : build the first adventurer guild in this strange new world. In this world known as Eldoria, dungeons were the sacred properties, exclusive only to the powerful. Anyone found entering these dungeons without any permission are executed on the spot. As for Adventurers? They don't exist in this world. ------ [ Guild Creation System Online....] [ Main Objective : Build the first Adventurer Guild in the world of Eldoria ] ----- Looking at the glowing interface hovering before him, Sage couldn't help but break into a wide grin. Fueled by a newfound purpose and to make his life in this world worthwhile, Sage set out from a small city, determined to build the first adventurer guild in this unfamiliar land, expanding branch by branch, continent by continent. -------- Join discord: https://discord.gg/8E5vyy3PAF.

In a world that only hears shouts, his silence is a weapon. Orphaned and mute, Mateo Álvarez communicates through the beautiful game. After a tragic accident steals his voice, it grants him something else: an extraordinary ability to see the flow of play before it happens, a gift he calls The System. On the pitch, he is a prodigy, a conductor of silent symphonies, reading the game with a genius that leaves scouts and legends in awe. His talent earns him a destiny at FC Barcelona’s famed La Masia academy. Under the wing of mentors like Pep Guardiola and Lionel Messi, Mateo flourishes, his dream of one day representing Spain on the world stage feeling closer than ever. He becomes their golden boy, a symbol of pure footballing intellect, and the heart of a new generation. But when the club’s soul is traded for corporate interests, Mateo’s greatest strength is recast as a liability. To the new board, a star who cannot speak is a star who cannot sell. Betrayed by the institution he called home, the boy who dreamed in goals is cast out at sixteen, his future shattered. Now, Mateo must journey beyond the only home he’s ever known. Armed only with his preternatural gift and a resilience forged in silence, he must find a new team willing to listen not to his voice, but to his vision. His quest is no longer just for club glory, but to prove a devastating truth to those who discarded him: that the most powerful language in football isn’t spoken at all. The Silent Symphony is an unforgettable underdog story about the corruption of dreams, the beauty of resilience, and the unspoken bonds that define us. It's a journey across the fierce landscapes of European football to reclaim a stolen destiny, one perfect pass at a time. **** DISCLAIMER: The contents of 'THE SILENT SYMPHONY' is entirely a work of fiction. The names, characters, businesses, locations, events, and incidents portrayed within this book are either the products of the author's imagination or have been used in a fictitious manner. Any similarity to actual persons, whether living or deceased, or to real-world events is entirely coincidental. References to real companies, football clubs and organizations are included for storytelling purposes only and are not intended to depict the actual actions or involvement of these entities. The use of these names does not aim to harm, defame, or discredit any company, football club or organization.

Reborn into a fantasy world of magic and aura, Rowan is the second son of a ranch family living boringly in a backwater village, with no magic and no inheritance. To avoid rotting away in the countryside, he becomes a mercenary instead. Better to die fighting than waste away. After his first kill, the Black Dream awakens: a power that lets him plunder abilities from everything he defeats. And it doesn't stop at monsters. When he fights alongside others, their techniques become his: a master archer's deadly precision, a hunter's supernatural tracking, an assassin's shadow-step… Every ally becomes his arsenal. Ascension awaits! From the lowly dirt to the throne of the gods.

What would happen if a racist Demon King who nearly conquered an entire continent, pushed certain races to the brink of extinction, and carried out countless massacres were become a human? The Demon King firmly believed that the demon race was superior to all others. Now, however, he is forced to live as a human, the very race he once despised and looked down upon. Faced with this cruel irony, what path will he choose? Will he once again raise the banner of chaos and plunge the continent into bloodshed, driven by his old hatred and pride? Or will living among humans slowly change his perspective, forcing him to confront the meaninglessness of race, superiority, and the sins of his past?

After critizing the lack of thinking behind these herox getting op skills and not even using anything close to their full potential.(ex. queen has the ability to create anything throw commands but doesn't use Gate of Babylon from Fate where you just shoot nonstop at people, carpet bombing them with unlimited ammo as you stay out of their range. She even has shields, the ability to command others! LIKE HOW ARE YOU LOSING THESE FIGHTS GIRL?! Establish a shielded zone as you trench warfare everyone! This girl is too caught up in what other people doing! But insteads she fights close combat and gets captured A LOT due to close range fighting despite being supposed to be smart.) Transmigrated into hero x as Xia Qing, as cannon fodder. I became a villian to save all innocent people from these brain dead heroes! In this world, popularity decide who you are. Will you let it define you? Or will you be stronger enough to define it?

Veldra , Author of Nothing and Everything. Cast into his own story. An imagined world made real by his presence alone. Who is he? What is he? Unknown, yet Known. One below all, yet the One above all. The first of the Three Novels. An existence classified as Extremely Dangerous. Blessed by none. Yet the Blesser of all. From him, all things originate. Heavenly favour descends only upon those deemed worthy by his will. Heavenly Blessings are deemed upon the Righteous giver. And if nothing in creation satisfies his desire, what, then, shall follow? A man of emotion and catastrophe. The living convergence of Balance, Order, and Chaos. A weak man who acts strong. A foolish man who acts wise. Venerable. Prominent. Reverent. Unclassifiable. Words fracture in front of the Great I AM. Meaning collapses beneath his shadow. He overshadows all. Creator of Nothing. Yet even he is but another novel of the First One. The youngest of all spiritualities. The Reverent of the Unknown. To witness his unfolding is peril itself- terrifying to mortal perception. Lesser races were granted form. And with form, retribution. And so, a single question remains: Shall we watch? Shall we listen? And if not, what shall we do, when a being who is man, deity, and existence itself can be imagined into reality by the All‑Venerable Author?