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Shane Albright was a man who understood the weight of a bundle of shingles and the cost of a single misstep. A blue-collar contractor fighting to keep his crew sober and his business afloat, he never expected to be the "Ridge Beam" of the universe. Everything changed the day he received the Celestial Proxy System. What started as a digital HUD helping him navigate construction logistics and site safety quickly evolved into something far more dangerous. As Shane levels up, he discovers that the world is being systematically dismantled by Apex Negativa, a dark architect of entropy who thrives on societal division, addiction, and manufactured chaos. But Shane isn't just a roofer with a cheat code. He is the Scion of the Triple Anchor—the son of the Norn of the Present, the God of Justice, and the God of Silence. [System Notification: New Quest Received] [Objective: Rebuild the broken Norse Pantheon.] [Reward: Unlock the Master Slots of Celestial Magic.] As the world begins a "Reverse Evolution"—plunging from modern luxury into a gritty, 19th-century survivalist nightmare—Shane must use his "Renewed Clarity" to lead the survivors. From MMA cages to the halls of the Senate, and eventually the Presidency, Shane’s "Common Sense Party" becomes the only sanctuary left in a world of darkening suns, tectonic shifts, and terrifying catfish-human hybrids. The Architect wants an apocalypse. The Old Gods want their thrones back. Loki wants a punchline. Shane Albright just wants to make sure the roof doesn't leak. Join Shane as he shingles the sky, outmaneuvers the Trickster, and prepares for a Ragnarok where "Fate" is just another blueprint waiting to be rewritten.

Derrick Dravania has everything, money, looks, royalty and most importantly, a grandmaster talent. in this war torn world, Derrick is sure to awaken a powerful magical affinity, but life takes a huge turn when he awakens nothing. While still battling the shocking revelation, Derrick is betrayed by the two people closest to him, the love of his life, and his best friend. This betrayal enrages Derrick and awakens something else inside him, something primal. A stumble into a cave, reveals something he never expected, a shocking revelation. [Legendary Dragon System activating.] Now Derrick discovers that not only is he far from powerless, but he is also the one chosen to save his world.

Power is the only currency in the Uzuvue Empire. When Queen Latiti, a princess traded for peace, gives birth to a weak infant, she is cast into the shadows by her husband, the King, who sees her son as a burden rather than an heir. Latiti names the child MaatisuUsamba, "As Brave as Usamba," hoping to invoke the spirit of the empire’s legendary founder. She has no idea that the fragile babe in her arms is the Eternal King himself. Usamba had been betrayed by the goddess Shoima who sought to bind him as an eternal weapon for a wicked empire, Usamba has made a dangerous choice. He will hide his divinity. He will endure the scorn. But as the corruption of his descendants threatens to consume the land, the "weak" prince begins to build a new legacy from the ashes of the old. The founder has returned, and this time, he is bringing the fire.

Life in the Aburame clan was supposed to be quiet. No cursed eyes, no tragic prophecy—just a home, a family, and a low profile. For a transmigrator, it was the perfect start. But in a world of Tailed Beasts and ancient gods, "safety" is a fleeting dream. From the devastation of Pain to the celestial hunger of the Otsutsuki, the world is marked for harvest. Tetsumaru refuses to be a casualty of fate. Armed with modern science and chakra-driven evolution, he is cultivating a trillion-strong biological empire. When the heavens descend to plunder the Earth, they won't find a village. They will find an endless tide of chitin and hunger. At the edge of the galaxy, a final truth remains: "I am the Swarm." patreon.com/Shinobi_Scrolls -50 Advance Chapters Please note: This is a translated version. All credit and rights are reserved by the original author. Original: 在木叶打造虫群科技树 百战羊

Synopsis In a world reshaped by the Stargates, humanity has unlocked the power of the Hallowed Realm—a personal dimension that serves as the foundation for a cultivator’s path to Godhood. While the noble houses of various kingdoms use their vast wealth to secure high-grade Hallowstones and supreme relics, Julian Thorne is a commoner with nothing but a basic academy education and the memories of a past life. When Julian finally ignites his Hallowed Realm, he doesn't receive a standard weapon or a rare elixir. Instead, he witnesses a mysterious Blue Lotus bury itself into the dark earth of his soul. The result is the awakening of a Realm Trait—a legendary phenomenon that transforms his empty void into a living, evolving sanctuary. In an era of warring empires, abyssal demons, and celestial invaders, Julian must cultivate his land and his strength to rise from a mere mortal to a legend. Wealth can buy power, and lineage can grant status—but only Julian holds the keys to the Eternal Sanctuary.

The story follows the adventure of the 12th Unit.

The old world is dying, and the new world struggles to be born. And so, this is the time of monsters.

After awakening in Lelouch Lamperouge’s body, a reincarnated man finds himself moments from execution by Britannian soldiers. Already imbued with the Geass, he sees his sudden second chance not as a curse, but as the ultimate opportunity. As the soldiers open fire, he instinctively wields his new power, bending their wills and orchestrating their deaths with cold precision. Standing alone amidst the carnage, he realizes the full scope of the opportunity before him. With the world unaware of the force now inhabiting one of its most brilliant minds, he resolves to reshape Britannia—and the globe—under his command.

• 1-2 New Chapters Every Day Jake Vance is a good man. A history teacher who knows the horrors of the past. One night, he goes to sleep in the 21st century. He wakes up in another time. He is no longer himself. He is now a young Joseph Stalin. His goal is simple: prevent the atrocities that will kill millions. But survival in the Russian Revolution is a brutal game. He is not alone. Kato, a fierce revolutionary, is the woman he loves. To protect her, he must gain power. To save the future, he must change history itself. He tries to use his modern morals. He attempts mercy, kindness, and reason. But the ruthless 20th century punishes the weak. To climb the ranks of the Bolsheviks, he must impress the brilliant but cold-blooded Lenin. He must outmaneuver the fiery orator, Trotsky. With every political battle he wins, a piece of his soul is chipped away. To build a better world, he must become a monster. To save the woman he loves, he must embrace the darkness of the man he inhabits. He is no longer just preventing a tragedy. He is becoming one. Can a good man become the devil to save the world from himself?

This is the story of one Georgian man called Davit Manvelashvili.He was born in the family of peasants in Kvemo Kartli region of Georgia.He was separated from his parents,brothers and sisters at the age of 5.This happened because he was kidnapped by thugs who traded with slaves.These thugs took him to the Ottoman capital-Istanbul,where he changed several masters and eventually ended up with the man called-Mustafa.He bestowed 11 year-old Davit to the governor of Iraq-Suleiman pasha the Great,who was Georgian.This governor named him Davut and send him to the islamic school-Madrassie.There he learned islamic law,Quran and oriental languages:Arabic,Ottoman Turkish and Persian.He learned all of these subjects very well and as a result,his master paid him special attention.Suleiman personally taught Davut horseriding,swordsmanship and archery.After finishing his studies Suleiman released Davut from slavery and made him free man.Davut became his official bodyguard.At the age of 27,Davut got married with Suleiman's daughter-Rabia.They had 3 sons and 1 daughter. In 1822,he officially became the governor of Iraq.He made Iraq flourish with irrigation channels and wells.He constructed libraries,mosques,silk factories,public bathhouses,hospitals and bridges.He also founded the very first publishing house in 1828-1829.Besides,he had extremely strong army that consisted of 100 thousand Georgian mamluk soldiers.This army was divided in 3 units among his 3 sons.In 1831,he attempted to make Iraq independent from Ottoman empire,but he failed and was captured by Ottoman forces with his family.The Ottoman sultan-Mahmud II exiled him in Bursa(City in Turkey).

The night of revolution is brief, but the glory of the dragon is eternal. Transmigrated into the body of the "Beggar King," Viserys Targaryen, a frail soul finds himself at the edge of the world with nothing but a fallen name. But this is not the Viserys history remembers. Armed with lethal warrior talents and an ancient affinity for fire, the last true dragon begins his ascent. From the dusty streets of Essos to the Iron Throne of King’s Landing, he will not walk the path of exile alone. He is the Father of Dragons, the Breaker of Crowns, and the Emperor of a New Valyria. Where dragonfire sweeps, his empire follows. Witness the rise of the True Dragon Emperor as he defies the Long Night and reclaims a continent with blood, fire, and an iron will. in case you want to support me (special benefits) p4treon.com/ThePlotHoleRefuge (+extra Chapters)

Content Notice!!!! This is an alternate-history work featuring reincarnation and supernatural elements. It deals extensively with geopolitics, warfare, religion, ethnicity, imperial power, and morally complex decisions. The narrative portrays real-world inspired historical tensions and uncomfortable subjects without simplification. It is intended for mature readers interested in political strategy, historical speculation, and philosophical conflict. Not recommended for those seeking light entertainment. Although at the beginning there will be comedy, and even slight Romance. And there will be Family Building. --- Reborn as the Iron Prince In his first life, Zhang Ge was no hero. A former child performer turned engineer and logistics analyst, he understood war not as glory—but as systems, supply chains, and men dying because someone miscalculated fuel. Then he died. When he opens his eyes again, he is no longer in the 21st century. He awakens in imperial Germany — inside the body of Prince Oskar of Prussia, fifth son of Kaiser Wilhelm II. The year is 1904. Europe stands balanced on a knife’s edge. The Great War is ten years away. And this time… he remembers everything. Armed with knowledge of future catastrophes — trench warfare, naval blockades, industrial slaughter — Oskar refuses to become another ornamental royal. Instead, he begins reshaping the empire from within: Modernizing industry before rivals awaken. Reforming logistics before generals understand their weakness. Building dreadnoughts that rival Britain’s fleet. Forging elite forces that fight with tomorrow’s doctrine. Investing in technology decades ahead of its time. But power attracts enemies. Within the palace, jealous princes whisper. Within the army, old men resist reform. Across Europe, empires grow uneasy at Germany’s sudden acceleration. And in the shadows, forces that do not fly flags begin to move. Oskar does not dream of conquest. He dreams of survival. Yet the stronger he makes Germany, the closer the world drifts toward the very war he is trying to prevent. Can one reincarnated strategist alter the course of history — or will he simply forge a stronger empire for an even greater storm? --- Disclaimer This work is a speculative alternate-history fiction in which a modern man is reborn as Prince Oskar of Prussia and attempts to reshape early 20th-century Europe. While inspired by real historical figures and events, all characterizations, timelines, and outcomes are fictional and should not be interpreted as accurate representations of historical reality.

The year is 1459. Constantinople has fallen, and the Romans are no more. Nearly fifteen hundred years after its founding, the greatest empire the world has known has ceased to exist, swallowed whole by the Great Ottoman tide. In the dying embers of the Byzantine world, its last rump states stand on the brink of collapse. Their fall will mark the end of any remnant of Roman rule. Nestled in the mountains of the Crimean Peninsula, the tiny Greek Principality of Theodoro clings to a desperate existence, living in the shadow of Byzantium's destroyers. Its fall is not a possibility; it is a historical certainty. Dr. Nikos Karagiannis is a History professor ripped across worlds into the body of Theodorus, a bookish third son in a disgraced house with a prophetic name, but little prospects. Nikos has no magic or divine blessings. What he does possess is the knowledge of the political blunders, the shifting alliances, and the military tactics that will lead this land to ruin. "The city is fallen and I am still alive." – Constantine XI Palaiologos, the last Byzantine Emperor. What to Expect: Historical Kingdom-Building: A gritty, grounded take on rebuilding a nation where logistics are king, supply lines are lifelines, and battles are won with strategy, not superpowers. A Brutally Realistic World: The protagonist is not the center of the universe. Allies and antagonists have their own ambitions and plans, and will act accordingly. Meaningful Character Arcs: A story where characters are forged and broken by the crucible of war and politics. Dramatic and tense character interplay abounds, and no one is safe. You have been warned.

A transmigrator who doesn't know where he is, in the cruel disasters of the post-apocalypse, how exactly will he survive? Currently included: game version of The Walking Dead, Metro Exodus

Once a man in the prime of his life, forged by years of exhausting study—sustained by energy drinks—by harsh military discipline and relentless, grinding labor, he had finally reached the moment to live for himself. Free at last from the weight of financial chains that had kept him from his desires, he found happiness in doing what he loved. Life showed no mercy. A single accident erased everything he had built in a matter of seconds. Yet the cycle did not end. He breathed again. This time, in the body of a child. Not reborn into warmth or safety, but into captivity—into the body of a young prisoner of war, stripped of freedom, bound for slavery. His name was Basil, a name meant for greatness.

When the sky over the Land of Dawn burns blue, every warrior knows what it means. The Celestial Nexus has awakened. Once every century, the Nexus chooses five champions from each kingdom fighters, mages, marksmen, assassins, and guardians forcing them into a sacred battlefield where only one kingdom survives. Towers must fall. Jungle beasts must be slain. The Ancient Core must be protected at all costs. But this awakening feels different. Freya, the Valkyrie of Moniyan, has spent her life fighting for justice. Marked by divine power and bound by duty, she is chosen as one of the Five. To her people, she is hope. To her enemies, she is destruction. Alucard never believed in destiny. A demon hunter forged by tragedy, he fights not for glory but for vengeance. When the Nexus brands him as a champion, he knows something is wrong. The power pulsing beneath the battlefield is darker than any demon he has ever faced. As kingdoms mobilize their strongest warriors brilliant mages wielding forbidden spells, deadly marksmen with unerring aim, ruthless junglers who rule the wilds the war begins. But the rules of the Nexus are changing. The towers bleed corruption. The jungle monsters evolve. The Ancient Core whispers secrets no one was meant to hear. And beneath the arena, something ancient is waking. Bound by fate yet divided by secrets, Freya and Alucard must lead their team through brutal battles, political betrayal, and a war that stretches beyond the battlefield itself. Because this time, the Nexus is not simply choosing a winner. It is choosing who will survive the end of the world. In a game where legends are born… Some will rise. Some will fall. And some will break the system entirely.

Ten years in a coma should have ended Jack Kaiser's story. Instead, it was just the beginning. Reincarnated as heir to Elysium's most powerful dukedom, Jack awakens to find his birthright threatened and enemies closing in. But the mysterious system now coursing through his mind grants him something no noble heir has ever possessed. When ancient gods begin offering divine blessings and the title of 'Chosen One,' Jack realizes his awakening was no accident. For Deep within Tartarus Spire, an endless tower where ancient powers dwell, the God of Death watches and waits. Jack carries a legacy thought lost to time. One that will make him keeper of souls and master of forces that transcend death itself. In a world where magical and martial talent determines everything, Jack must master magic, navigate the life of nobility, and uncover who tried to kill him. With dungeons to conquer, monsters to slay, and deadly court politics to navigate, becoming the Strongest Kaiser in history might be the only way to survive. ------ 10 Golden Tickets = 1 Extra Chapter

In a world where swords dominate both battlefields and belief, Leon Valcrest awakens an SSS-Rank talent that no one truly wants. Spearmanship. Born into a declining noble family on the Aurelion Continent, Leon is dismissed as a wasted genius. Swords are the path of glory, magic the road to power. Spears are tools for soldiers, not legends. But Leon refuses to abandon the weapon that chose him. With a system that rewards effort rather than handing out power, he trains relentlessly, surviving monster-infested lands, brutal academy trials, and the silent schemes of nobles who see House Valcrest as easy prey. Every improvement is carved from sweat and blood. Every breakthrough is earned. Unknown to the world, warriors have begun to gather at his side. They are disciplined, silent, and absolutely loyal. To outsiders, they appear to be retainers and hired soldiers. In truth, they are the foundation of a rising power that will one day reshape kingdoms. As Leon strengthens his family, expands his influence, and walks a path history has long ignored, the world will slowly remember a truth it once forgot. Swords may decide duels. But spears decide eras. Tags: Fantasy, Action, Adventure, System, Western Fantasy, SSS-Rank Talent, Progression Fantasy, Slow Growth, Hard Work, Noble Family, Army Building, Summoned Warriors, Strategic Combat, Male Lead, Kingdom Building

I was supposed to die in Chapter 23. As a minor villain's stepping stone, my fate was sealed: humiliated by the hero, killed for EXP, forgotten by readers. But when I awakened with the Great Merchant System, I stopped playing the script and started selling it. Cultivation techniques? In stock. Destiny modifications? Premium service. Plot armor fragments? Auction only. Now the "chosen one" finds his lucky encounters failing, his harem heroines buying secrets from me, and his final boss purchasing the End-Game Cheat Code I imported from another novel entirely. They think I'm just a merchant. I'm the reason their stories exist. [System] [Villain Protagonist] [Harem] [Cultivation] [Anti-Hero] [Weak-to-Strong] [Smart MC] [Kingdom Building]

Elizabeth Rose. Young. Beautiful. Talented. She conquered the underworld and was crowned Queenpin. Women adored her. Men resented her. She was powerful. Glamorous. Untouchable. Until she wasn’t. Betrayal ended her reign. After everything she built… After all the blood, loyalty, and dominance… It still wasn’t enough. — January 1st, 1700. Bordeaux, France. She opened her eyes again. Not as Elizabeth Rose. But as Mordred Svyatopolkovich Ellington–Kingsley. The eldest newborn son of a declining old money Russian family. Upper class. Proud. Rotting. A different throne. A different battlefield. Was power never enough? Or was she chasing the wrong kind? ___________________________________ Author Note: This is a spin-off of my other story (I Became Beyonce’s Half Sister) and is apart of the I.C.T.M.T universe. WARNING WARNING ⚠️⚠️⚠️ ⚠️ Content Warning: Throughout this story, there are scenes involving strong language, physical and emotional abuse, sexual situations, violence, and other mature or disturbing themes. Please read with discretion.