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a perfect young man but not with his hobby

Foundations in Fire is set in an early 20th-century fictional nation. It has the grit, machines, and social upheaval of that era. Think smoky train stations, printing presses, political rallies in gaslit halls, duels still lingering as a code of honor, but also the tension of modernity crashing into tradition. Adrian Vale is brilliant, stubborn, and ambitious. Born poor in an isolated province, he claws his way into the city determined to “work his way into power.” Adrian Vale arrives in the capital of New Albion with nothing but a sharp mind and a hunger to rise. He befriends Marcus and Seraphina, and soon catches the attention of Lord Gray. Through his political speeches, and quick wit, Adrian earns influence in the city’s council, though he also gains enemies—most notably Sebastian Crowne, who mocks Adrian’s lack of pedigree. Foundations in Fire follows Adrian Vale, a brilliant and ambitious young man from a poor coastal province, as he rises through the ranks of New Albion’s political and social elite. Armed with wit, pamphlets, and unyielding determination, he challenges the entrenched power of old families, wins influence in the council, and captures the attention of the Hartwell sisters—intellectually formidable Eveline and fiery, unpredictable Emily. Along the way, Adrian navigates rivalries, particularly with Sebastian Crowne, the calculating heir of one of the city’s oldest families, whose own ambitions and desire for control collide with Adrian’s vision for a new, fairer city. Against a backdrop of industrial smoke, social unrest, and political intrigue, the story is a fast-paced battle of ideas, alliances, and personal stakes, where ambition, love, and power collide with dangerous intensity.

This is the story of a woman who faces misfortune inside an abandoned hospital. She must struggle to survive while avoiding the attacks of terrifying, otherworldly creatures. Who is she? Why did she end up in that hospital? Who is this "Father"? And what kind of "God" do humans worship in this world? Why has this world collapsed? All of these remain unanswered questions for the Protagonist. ~~~~~~ An Original Work (not a translation) Enjoy reading :)

For thirty-year-old gamer Chris Day, the apocalypse isn’t zombies or aliens—it’s a dead internet connection. When a storm knocks out his internet, Chris finds a strange, armored cable in his yard and attempts to “hack” the junction box. He thinks he’s just rerouting a signal. He’s wrong. He accidentally hotwires the primary trunk line for Reality, which, to prevent a catastrophic failure, offloads its core processes and control interface directly to him. Now Chris has an System account for the universe, and the universe is about to get a very strange patch.

[Epic Fantasy] + [Eastern Fantasy] + [Otherworld Continent] + [No System] [All Characters Are Smart] + [Strict Internal Logic] + [Coming-of-Age Protagonist] Seven continents. Three rival powers. Gods in slumber. Races bound by fate. On the continent of Fuzhou: • In the east, the Kingdom of Jiguang places its faith in the stars, its destiny guarded by the Four Pillars, the Seven Luminaries, and the lost Twenty-Eight Constellations. • In the west, the Cersei Federation follows the rule of divine authority, where the Triune Council of gods commands both knights and magi. • And to the north, the Herta Republic forges its strength from machinery, runes, and cold science—seeking to create a “god that can be controlled.” As these three powers clash, the world itself trembles. Ruins of gods and demons rise anew. Lost continents, polar wastelands, poisonous seas, and drowned legacies of the deep return to the stage. Ancient myths stir in their sleep, and cracks in the fabric of faith begin to spread. The story follows Layne, a boy from the small town of Youzhen. By chance, he awakens the ancient gift of the Soul Guide—to commune with the dead, to soothe their spirits, and to hear the lingering echoes of gods. He was once a child too small to be noticed among the millions, but as kingdoms collapse, divinities awaken, and the lament of races fills the land, he will become the most vital witness of this world—its rememberer. Every life lost is worth remembering. Every fallen city once burned bright. This is a tightly woven epic of logic and ensemble storytelling, with a protagonist who grows through trial and sacrifice. It is also a chronicle of the Seven Provinces—written as a tribute to the world, to the soul, and to memory itself.

青风出身寒微，天资平平，本该庸碌一生。奈何天道不公，母亲惨遭毒手，父亲亦横死当场。双亲陨落，青风坠入绝望深渊。危难之际，竟意外寻得逆天至宝——弑神剑！此剑锋芒所指，可撼动九天，诛灭万神。为报血海深仇，更为逆转自身命运，青风毅然踏上与天争命的险途，誓要挑战那自他诞生之日起便对他充满恶意的天道诸神。他能否凭借手中之剑，打破命运的枷锁，证明自己的价值？

A nerdy teenager named Jake Miller accidentally unlocks an ancient, reality-bending power, trapping a cosmic being in his mind. Now he's a "Confined God," but his new abilities have made him a beacon for the Ilinai, a terrifying swarm of parasites who feed on such power. With his sister, Katy, as his only anchor, Jake must master a power he can't control to defeat an enemy he can't even see.

Qing Feng was born ordinary, without any special talents. But a cruel fate awaited him: his mother was murdered before his eyes, and his father died in a brutal attack. On the verge of despair, Qing Feng discovers the Destiny-Defying Sword, a weapon capable of shaking the heavens and the gods. With the sword in hand, he embarks on a perilous journey to reverse his fate and challenge the gods who have hated him since birth. Can Qing Feng prove his strength and change his destiny?

In an age where martial arts and technology unite, warriors control giant Martial Mechs to defend humanity from alien threats. Strength rules all—and Edward Varden has none. Born weak and talentless, Edward dreams of piloting a mech of his own design. One day, he discovers an ancient cultivator’s abode, where a glowing skeleton and a single book—the Void Body Manual—change his fate. The price? To rebuild his body from nothing, through agony and blood. Armed with forbidden power and unmatched engineering genius, Edward enters a world of elite martial academies, interstellar wars, and deadly politics, where only the strong—and the clever—survive. To pilot a mech, you need strength. To master the Void Body, you need madness. Edward will need both

Elias Crowe is a quiet librarian who lives among stacks of forgotten books while the world outside worships dungeon raiders and guilds. When a dungeon manifests inside his library, he’s left for dead—until an ancient tome binds to his soul.

In the golden era of football, where Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi ruled the world, one boy stood forgotten in the shadows. Adrian Silva, a benchwarmer in a struggling second-division club, was mocked as useless and destined to fade away. But on the night he was about to be cut from the team, something changed. [Football System Activated.] With stats, skills, and quests guiding his every step, Adrian sets out to defy the impossible. From dusty training grounds to the grandest stadiums in the world, he will rise, face legends, and carve his own name into history. This is the story of an underdog chasing greatness in the era of giants. What to expect? System Progression: Stat growth, quests, legendary football skills unlocked. Underdog Journey: From a forgotten club to the world stage. Realistic Rivalries: Facing football titans like Messi, Ronaldo, and rising stars. Dream Matches: Tense derbies, underdog victories, and iconic goals. Emotional Drama: Loyalty, betrayal, romance, and the price of chasing greatness. Ultimate Goal: To stand among legends and lift the Ballon d’Or.

Mors is a young boy that when escaping from chimeras finds the lost soul of vita, an angel that has fallen in battle.

Park Hyunwo, Hunter Rank C yang selalu diremehkan dan akhirnya dikhianati. Terjebak di ambang kematian dalam kegelapan dungeon, sebuah lingkaran sihir kuno membangkitkan seorang wanita cantik yang bersumpah setia: 'Tuan, perintah Anda adalah mutlak.' Tanpa disadarinya, kekuatan terpendam Park Hyunwo jauh melampaui batas dunia ini. Dendam membara dalam hatinya, 'Kalian akan merasakan murkaku!' Mampukah Park Hyunwo menuntaskan balas dendamnya, atau justru kekuatan dahsyat itu akan menjadi ancaman bagi dunia yang ingin diselamatkannya?

Feng Yin, an ordinary office worker, tragically died due to a police misfire. However, death was not the end—he was reincarnated as... wind?! With a mysterious Wind System by his side, Feng Yin has one goal: to obtain a new body. "Why did I become wind?! I should have become an OP character!" Even though his spirit is still visible, Feng Yin is determined to fulfill his ambition. Can he find a way to materialize again, or will fate lead him to eternal destruction as wind?

Haruto Kisaragi is a shy, nerdy high school student who lives in the shadows — bullied daily by the school’s toughest kid while hiding the pain from his popular younger sister. But everything changes when a mysterious system window appears before him, offering quests, experience points, and skill cards. With newfound powers but still struggling with self-doubt and cowardice, Haruto must navigate dangerous bullies, unexpected allies, and his own insecurities. When a beautiful, popular girl unexpectedly saves him from harm, Haruto’s life begins to shift. Will this timid boy rise from victim to victor? Can he protect those he cares about and finally stand up to his tormentors? This is the story of a weakling’s fight to become a hero — leveling up one skill at a time.

In a world ruled by Troops — elite squads of awakened fighters known as Troopers — power means everything. These groups battle for fame, dominance, and survival, clashing against each other… and the deadly Graveltons, skeletal monsters that rule the Gravelands and infest the dungeon caves. Skills are ranked from F to SS. The higher your Skill, the greater your worth. The richer your backing, the stronger your Troop. Amish Ardol had it all — wealth, praise, and mouthwatering meals. A prodigy. A member of the strongest Troop in the world. But after one mysterious decision… he threw it all away. And thanks to reckless spending, now he’s broke. Armed with nothing but the title of Troop Leader and his SS skill Sunflame. Amish must start from zero. No members. No funding. No plan. In a world where money, reputation, and strength decide everything… can one man’s ambition rewrite the rules? The battlefield is waiting. The Gravelands are hungry. Now it’s up to Amish Ardol to recruit, train, and level up the misfits he finds — and build a Troop from scratch. And prove that even with nothing… he can still rise to the top.

After dying in his original world, a young Pokémon fan mysteriously awakens in the body of Shiro Tamashii, a boy marked by profound losses and even greater secrets. But this isn't the Pokémon universe he knew; here, everything is more real, more difficult… and more fascinating. Forgotten regions, unique concepts like growth potential, power rankings, and rumors of legendary forces create a world full of possibilities, and dangers. Fortunately, Shiro wasn't unprepared. Upon opening his eyes in this new world, he discovers access to an Achievement System, a mysterious interface that rewards his achievements with items, abilities, and special advantages. With intelligence, ambition, and foresight, Shiro decides to follow a unique path: to create a daycare center specializing in Ghost-type Pokémon in the enigmatic Lavender Town, a shadowy sanctuary that would soon capture the world's attention. But this is just the beginning. As his Daycare grew and his exploits spread, Shiro Tamashii's name began to echo throughout the regions, as someone destined to become much more than a breeder or caretaker. He was on his way to becoming a Legendary Trainer. And nothing in the world would stop him. *Author's note: This fanfic was inspired by the story "I'm the Owner of the Pokémon Day care in the World of Pokémon" by bearnard_bear97. However, this story will follow its own path and originality, with just a few inspirations.

Xiao Zhen was supposed to stay in his world. He had plans. Like... not getting roasted by a fireball ever again. But the universe said, “Nope,” and dumped him into the body of the most hopeless student in the kingdom’s top magic academy — a guy so pathetic, even the cafeteria rats didn’t respect him. New life? Check. Zero reputation? Check. Mysterious powers he doesn’t fully understand and might explode from? Double check. Now, with his definitely-not-his face and a name that makes people gag, Xiao Zhen must survive classes, dodge bullies with swords, fake his way through magical exams, and oh—accidentally charm the Crown Princess. She’s cold, untouchable, way out of his league… and might stab him if he flirts again. But jokes on destiny. Xiao Zhen is done being weak, and if he has to pretend to be a genius, outsmart some ancient monsters, and win the heart of the most powerful woman in the realm — he’ll do it with a grin, a wink, and a dramatic hair flip. Because this Academy Reject? He’s about to become everyone’s favorite overpowered disaster. Step aside, chosen ones. This clown has plot armor.”