Successor

Seventeen-year-old Grayson has endured a harrowing childhood, leaving him with a dark and twisted philosophy. Driven by this painful doctrine, he imposes his skewed beliefs on everyone and everything around him. His malevolent actions catch the attention of an ancient evil. This being, shrouded in darkness and legend, sees in Grayson the potential for a successor. Seeing Grayson's potential, the ancient evil begins to groom him for a destiny filled with darkness. As Grayson is drawn deeper into this sinister path, he must confront the shadows of his past and question whether he has the strength to defy his foretold fate. Theós, an ancient deity whose origins are lost in time, rules over all, instilling fear in those who know him. "If it is not withhin Theós' plan, it cannot be done!" Will Grayson succumb to the darkness within, fall under the rule of Theós, or find the courage to forge a different destiny? The battle for his soul has begun, and the outcome will determine the future of all those around him. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

World Description A sprawling, untamed cosmos reshaped by the Supreme Empress, a cosmic entity poised to ascend to an unknown plane. Before leaving, she transformed her cosmos into a merciless proving ground—a Lord World where beings from countless races and factions fight for supremacy. Lords awaken on infinite continents with a single talent, tasked with forging empires from humble beginnings. The twist? The Supreme Empress and her council of 10 Major Beings (all female, just below cosmic power) observe from the shadows, seeking a successor to rule the cosmos. Magic thrums beneath the surface, invisible to the weak, while ancient factions—elves, dragons, humans, and more—wield vast advantages. Kael El, an Earth transmigrator, steps into this chaos with two unparalleled talents, his sights set on total domination. Power System Overview The Lord System rules all: each lord gains one talent at birth (F to SSS, S+ being unique), driving exponential growth through conquest and kingdom upgrades. Kael’s talents—SSS: 100% Drop Rate (every loot drops, from talents to bloodlines) and EX: 10,000x Drop Multiplier (boosts quality or quantity per item, including summons)—shatter the system’s limits. Stats (Strength, Speed, Aura/Magic) scale across Three Planes of Existence: Mortal Ascension (Initiate to Infinite Lord), Universal Mastery (Universe to Omniversal Architect), and Void Transcendence (Void Seeker to Nihility Incarnate). Kingdom levels cap a lord’s potential (e.g., Territory Lv. 2 limits Kael to Mighty Lord, Lv. 30), unlocking higher tiers via rank-specific conditions. Subordinates benefit from loot, fueling Kael’s rise. MC’s Starting Point Kael El awakens on a modest plot, Territory Lv. 1, with a rickety hut (upgradable), basic resources, and food for 8 days—no Summoning Altar yet. A former Earth gamer, he’s chill yet relentless, radiating unwavering confidence and a cool, dominant vibe. The 7-day peace period bars attacks on rival lords, forcing him to strategize with what he’s got. His 10,000x Drop Multiplier triggers on summons once unlocked, promising an explosive start. Calm under pressure and fiercely determined, Kael aims to build the ultimate kingdom, crush all rivals, and claim the cosmos, his flirty smirk hiding a “don’t mess with me” edge.

Long ago, there was an ancient story of the Light Harbinger and the Shadow Manipulator felling down an army of 200,000 men. It was a massacre, and an unbelievable feat that historians deemed it a fantasy. Fast forward to the modern era, superhuman abilities were thought to be nonexistent. Kurayami Hikari was just a normal high school student... until a person came out of his shadow. Would you like to be my successor?

In a world teeming with villains, villainesses, sons of destiny, and forgotten extras, Xu Mo walks a path shrouded in silence. An overlooked disciple of the Hidden Dragon Sect, he hides a secret even he has yet to fully grasp—he is the sect’s true successor. Misunderstood by allies, underestimated by enemies, and bound by an unbreakable vow of silence, he moves through the treacherous currents of fate unseen and unheard. Under the strict guidance of a calculating elder, Xu Mo hones his craft, sharpening himself into a force the world will one day reckon with. As ancient grudges resurface, sect rivalries ignite, and hidden forces stir, he must navigate deadly plots, uncover his true heritage, and rise above those who seek to control destiny itself. In a realm where fate is written in blood and ambition, silence is his deadliest weapon. ***** Support and Read 25 Advance chapters ::: patreon.com/yezar

Yami was an ordinary guy—until an unfortunate accident turned him into roadkill. Instead of the afterlife, he wakes up in a dark and mysterious void, greeted by a chilling voice: “You have inherited my will.” Now, reincarnated in a world filled with dungeons and monsters, Yami has become the chosen successor of the God of Death, gaining terrifying death-related abilities. But there’s a catch—his powers can only awaken through killing. To grow stronger, he must dive into dungeons, slay monsters, and unlock the forgotten might of the Reaper himself. Armed with a dark scythe and a sarcastic attitude, Yami embarks on a journey of dungeon-crawling, monster-slaying, and leveling up—while trying to avoid dying again. The path of a reaper isn’t easy, but hey, at least it comes with cool powers.

Adam’s life was a joke. A 24-year-old shut-in who spent his days dreaming about the glory of his noble ancestors—while eating instant noodles all day. Then, one day, his heart gave out. Game over. Or so he thought. When he opened his eyes, he was reborn into a world of swords and magic as a noble! Finally, the gods got something right! He imagined riches, castles, and servants bowing at his feet. Reality? His family, the Silverflows, were barely clinging to their tiny town, and with a long line of weak successors, they were heading straight for ruin. He thought he’d be set for life, but he was born into a ruined bloodline. The good news? He’s not completely useless. The Silverflows once had glory in the past, so maybe a 24-year-old shut-in is exactly what they need to finally reclaim their power. But hey, don't give up on him—he didn’t get a second life just to do nothing again.

Grace Lightsinger is just a simple farm girl. Ever since the death of her parents, she's been taking this slowly, one day at a time. That changes when she dies protecting a stranger. But instead of a peaceful afterlife, she finds herself reborn as an angel with a mysterious "Saintess System" that no one else can see. She's made to choose between three factions of gorgeous immortals: warrior angels who fight demons, healer angels who tend the wounded, and love angels who raise morale through very intriguing methods. However, unlike other angels who can only master one path, Grace discovers she has an affinity for all three. This hasn't happened since the goddess Eternia herself walked the heavens, which leads to Grace learning that she might be more than just a regular angel. She might be Eternia's chosen successor, herself. But not everyone in heaven is happy about Grace's arrival. The scholarly Choir questions her legitimacy, fallen angels show dangerous interest, and that's not to even begin talking about the demons she'll be fighting. Grace wanted a peaceful afterlife, but between training, fighting demons, and trying not to die of gay panic, she's about to discover that heaven is a lot more dangerous than she ever imagined. --- A GL yuri harem novel! Daily updates at 12:00 pm est.

Lu Wuqi was killed while trying to protect a little girl from tens of bullets. But instead of dying, she became the successor of the 'RV upgrade system' and was reborn in a melodramatic post apocalyptic novel and became the scumbag with the same name as her who gave her wife to others to play with to save her life. The scumbag even tried to kill their baby by abandoning her in this world filled with rampant zombies. In the original novel, Lu Wuqi was a vain alpha woman who was even cheating on her wife. she didn't even want to endure the hardships and only wanted to curry favor with the boss of a gang by selling her wife. She wanted to let her wife be the plaything of the whole gang just to enjoy a glass of wine and food. She also felt that their baby daughter was nothing but a burden in the end times and even tried to let her be the food of zombies, this scene was seen by the heroine Yun Qingyue and in a moment of desperation, she awakened superpowers and killed the whole gang as well as the original Lu Wuqi and escaped from there with her daughter. Later, She even met her destined alpha 'Lin Ge' who respected and loved her very much. They even set up their own base and recruited a lot of members and their base also became the only place where omegas could stay safe. Their base also grew larger as they became stronger and they even established their own kingdom after eradicating the zombies. Lu Wuqi couldn't help but feel unfair : qAq... Why am I a scumbag trash.... qAq... Fortunately, Lu Wuqi was an expert mercenary in her previous life and even the boss of her own mercenary agency. Her fighting skills and physical fitness were extremely amazing, coupled with the 'RV upgrade system' , she changed her original destiny written in the novel. She escaped with the cub and the heroine and even made their own magical RV. Later, she slowly regained the trust of the heroine and even grew to love her and their little cub by her whole heart. Lu Wuqi : Hmmphh!! Who said, I was a straight woman?? I obviously Love my wife very much... hehee,.... .. .. # A little Sneak Peek : Lu Wuqi was currently kneeling on her knees outside their bedroom, Lu Wuqi : Babyyyy~~ I'm Sorry, I will be gentle next time... Yun Qingyue : Shameless!! You always say this.... #Another day, Yun Qingyue : I seem to have just seen your dear white moonlight... Lu Wuqi (Scared Jpg.) : Really? I mean... what white moonlight?? I don't have any.. Yun Qingyue : With a smile on her face : Really?? Lu Wuqi : qAq.... THIS IS MY ORIGINAL BOOK!!! READ AND ENJOY...

It is the year 2050, One of the world’s greatest assassins had fallen. Will his successor continue his legacy?

Sophie, a young woman working in her father's company, learns that his hidden daughter will be his successor. Her fiancé also leaves Sophie for her. Deprived of her home, job and fiancé, she promises revenge. A revenge that her greatest enemy, Darell Pilsar, wants to facilitate. He welcomes her to his company, where he learns something unexpected.

Lucas Yohan, originally born in a world filled with magic and mana, gets transmigrated for the second time into an advanced interstellar world that blends strange magic and technology in ways he never thought could be possible. Upon awakening, he discovers that his transmigrations were no coincidences and is now in possession of the Crafts-God System, a system dedicated to creating a new successor to the deceased Crafts-God, who is an existence with the ability to create anything and everything. Lucas decides to fulfill the goal of the system and become the new Crafts-God, but he's faced with an incredulous challenge; he can't learn magic. @@@@@@@@@ Special Note: The system might appear as controling in the first few chapters, but don't let this get to you. I've attached a few explanations for this in the comment section. There would be at least one chapter daily at either: 11pm-12am GMT 6pm-7pm EST (Eastern Standard Time) 12am-1am WAT and CEST (West African Time and Central European Time) 6am-7am ICT (IndoChina Time) 8:30am-9:30am ACT (Australian Central Time) or 4pm GMT 5pm WAT and CEST (West African Time and Central European Time) 11am EST (Eastern Standard Time) 11pm ICT (IndoChina Time) 1:30am ACT (Australian Central Time) If there are extra/bonus chapters, it would also be uploaded during these times. DISCLAIMER: Cover art is AI generated until I can afford/get an artist. Nothing here is an imitation or copy of anything based in reality. Despite being action, I do not promote violence, murder, theft, plagiarism, racism, or any vices in this work.

Several thousand years after the being known as "the Godking" vanished from the world, a potential successor to his name rises.

The grand tournament of mages to become the successor of the Great Wizar A.Veli will take place in the world of AinVeil. 250 contestants chosen from earth will participate in this competition for the ultimate prize- the strength of a god and a wish granted by the great wizard himself. Airon accepts the invite to the tournament for one specific reason and that is to save his younger brother. No chapters on Sunday :)

The C.I.A gains intel that there is a project White Room, and one of their successors is attending ANHS. Lloyd is sent to reveal and gauge the White room master piece to uncover the dark truth of the White Room experiment.

Shadowborne Estate is set among the remote heights of Mount Umbra. Its residents are the most feared family of assassins across the globe, and they are known by only one name: the Shadowborne. The mention of their name strikes fear on the lips of kingdoms, and death knocks quietly on the doors with unfailing accuracy. Trained from childhood, each an exceptionalist in their own right as shaped by the harshest of absolutist abuse and untamed loyalty to the family's dynasty. But the youngest successor, Kael, who begins to question the morality of the family’s line of work, becomes the catalyst that causes cracks in the family’s otherwise ironclad code. Kael, driven by curiosity and a desire to break free, seeks out the truth hidden in the Shadowborne archives: truths about where they come from, the curse that binds their bloodline, and the cost of wielding the magic that can ultimately consume them. Kael’s contentious actions set off a cascade of events that will find him at odds with his merciless siblings, who will do whatever it takes to protect the Shadowborne legacy. As alliances change and betrayals pile up, Kael must make a choice: Will he destroy the legacy he was born into or adopt it to protect those he loves? Twilight of the Shadowborne Legacy is that of loyalty to family and respect for blood, tangled as it is with dark legacy, the struggle for a generation between adoration of our lineage and defiance against our hearts.

After an unremarkable life and an untimely death, a soul is summoned by Zurique, the enigmatic God of Elyria, who is nearing the end of his existence due to a divine punishment. He offers her a second chance at life with a monumental task: find his successor to prevent the collapse of his world. Reincarnated as Aria Zarek, the timid and overlooked daughter of a powerful duke, she is thrust into a world of magic and danger. Gifted with a mysterious system designed to guide her, Aria must navigate her new reality, master the intricacies of a magical society, and confront her host’s painful past. As she learns to survive and grow stronger, she discovers the weight of the responsibility placed on her shoulders. The clock is ticking, and failure will not only doom Elyria but also erase her existence forever. Can Aria rise to the challenge and uncover the true successor to save a world she barely understands, or will her second chance end in failure?

He was summoned as a hero alongside five others. He was designated the weakest hero. He was deceived by the one who had blinded him. He was betrayed by those he had considered his friends. He nearly died because of it. He was rescued by someone he ought to have regarded as an enemy. He made him an offer: “Become the successor to my will.” And he accepted. That day, in that trap, a Hero died; but out of it, a Demon King was born.

Haruto Takahashi, an 18-year-old high school student, has spent his life trying to escape the shadow of his family’s immense wealth and power. Born into the Takahashi Zaibatsu, one of Japan’s most influential conglomerates, Haruto has always felt like an outsider in his own family. His parents, consumed by their corporate empire, have little time for him, and his childhood was marked by loneliness and neglect. Determined to live a normal life, Haruto moves out at 16, working part-time jobs to support himself and attending a public high school where no one knows his true identity. Everything changes when his grandfather, Hiroshi Takahashi, the family patriarch, summons him with an ultimatum: Haruto must return to the family and accept his role as the successor to the Takahashi empire. As part of this arrangement, Haruto is to marry Aoi Nakamura, a 16-year-old girl from an ordinary family. The marriage, orchestrated by Hiroshi as a fulfillment of his late wife’s wish, is meant to secure the family’s future and bring Haruto back into the fold. Aoi, with her striking silver hair and piercing blue eyes, is everything Haruto didn’t expect. She’s graceful, intelligent, and seemingly composed, but beneath her calm exterior lies a deep resentment for the wealthy elite. Aoi’s family, though ordinary, has its own struggles, and she sees the marriage as a betrayal of her values. Despite her initial politeness, Aoi’s true feelings soon surface, and she makes it clear that she has no intention of playing the role of the obedient bride. As Haruto and Aoi navigate their forced relationship, they find themselves at odds with each other and with the expectations placed upon them. Haruto, who has spent his life rejecting his family’s wealth, must confront the reality of his inheritance and the responsibilities that come with it. Aoi, who despises the world of privilege, must grapple with her growing feelings for Haruto and the possibility that he might not be the person she thought he was. From strangers to reluctant partners, Haruto and Aoi’s journey is one of self-discovery, trust, and the slow unraveling of the walls they’ve built around themselves. As they learn to understand each other, they begin to question what it truly means to be family, to love, and to find one’s place in the world.

I was teenage nerd who was living his average life, that is until I discovered that I was 'his' successor. My path as the Vampiric Lord starts now!

In the cold city of Tokyo, two prominent Royal Clans loathed each other—the Minamoto Clan and the Taira Clan. Each clan was forced to protect its sole heir with all its might while the other attempted to kill the rightful successor. Nevertheless, in the dark world they were born into, they found a way to comfort each other. Was it love? Or peace? Welcome to the world of the Shinobi. Welcome to the dark world of Japan.

In the world of High School DxD, there are many famous clans, but one remains a mystery: the Yamael Clan. Thought to be extinct, this ancient and powerful lineage has been kept hidden for generations. However, the current heir, the son of the Clan's ruler, is about to step into the light. As the successor, he faces not only the weight of his heritage but also a world filled with enemies and complicated relationships. With the power of the Yamael bloodline awakening, he finds himself torn between duty, love, and a dangerous future. Romance, action, and betrayal await him as his journey begins.

Her mate turned her down. The father of her child is an unknown. And her second opportunity could wipe them all out. Once thought to have an everlasting relationship with vampire noble Darius, rare witch-wolf hybrid Lysandra Voss was branded a traitor when she told him she was pregnant. She runs with moody alpha werewolf imprisoned by a deadly curse in the terrible Blood Moon Forest. His amber eyes see past her wounds, and his touch starts a volatile flame neither of which can control. But Lysandra's unborn child attracts the attention of a renegade fae ruler claiming it as his successor as it radiates forbidden magic. Trapped between a cursed protector, a resentful ex-mate, and a realm-threatening secret, Lysandra has to face her broken past if she is to survive. She will give in to the alluring tales of the fae? Trust the broken heart of Kael. Alternatively welcome the hybrid power that would rescue her child and doom the man she loves. Luna's Redemption* tells a story of treachery, dark magic, and a love that resists the curse of the blood moon in a society where relationships break as readily as promises.

Welcome to the world where Gods exist, and where humans meet their end. In this world filled with magic and Gods exist the power of half Gods, or nisf daw—humans given names by Gods to become their future successors. These half God and half humans chose their own path, whether said path is to be villainess or righteous, a “hero,” or a “villain.” However, in this tale, there are no true “heroes” or “villains;” there are only victims or victors. A destined young girl—19-year-old Zayn—pulls out the legendary sword Excalibur and becomes the nisf daw— the chosen successor— of the King of Gods himself, changing the lives of herself and her best friends forever. As Zayn explores this new world she is forced into and the reason for her existence, she bonds closer with new friends and allies, faces strong foes, and explores love, something the strongest woman in the world never knew she’d ever get the chance to experience.

On May 19, 2013, in the final round of the Premier League, Manchester United played out a thrilling 5-5 draw against West Brom. Despite the dramatic result, the 2012-13 Premier League trophy returned to Old Trafford, marking the end of a triumphant season. But the real shockwaves came after the match. At a packed press conference, Sir Alex Ferguson, the legendary manager who had just completed his 1,500th game in charge of Manchester United, made two stunning announcements that sent the football world into a frenzy. First, he revealed his retirement, marking the end of an era that had defined English football for over two decades. Second, he named his chosen successor: Tiger King. The announcement left the football world in disbelief. Who was Tiger King? Where had he come from? And why had Ferguson, the most successful manager in football history, entrusted him with the future of Manchester United? On that day, the footballing landscape changed forever. The only question on everyone’s mind was: Who is Tiger King?

Long before the universe was created, there was nothing. An empty black void. A being, above all else, spawned in said void. It was the first ever to witness it from the beginning. That being, we call Nova, but the preferred name is “God”. God created everything. Planets, stars, moons, space, time, constellations, concepts, ideas, all you can think about, God has made. But one planet was a special one…Earth. Earth is a large planet of life filled with 32 billion people living on one colossalcontinent named Jakiri, and God was proud but not satisfied. So with Earth, he made Heaven, Hell, and other realms that each have secrets born onto them. The Overworld, where Earth lies, is home to many creatures and things. One of God’s finest creations lives on Earth, humans, people. Both realms, Heaven and Hell, have a hierarchy of different classes of beings. Ranging from lowly Fiends to Devils on the side of Hell, and Angels to Deities for Heaven. Ever since creation, Heaven and Hell never been on one accord exactly, especially since The Half-a-Century Showdown between a Deity, named Michael..and a Devil, who goes by Azazel. Their fight was felt throughout all realms and started an eternal war between Heaven and Hell. Ever since then though, both realms of Angels and Demons turned their heads to Earth, where both sides of beings picked apart certain humans to gain and keep power over the years. These humans are known as Successors. Successors have been around for many, many years, and they keep evolving. “Exceed…the only way is up!!”

First of all, welcome. This is a Novel in which I organize and post multiple ideas so my readers can enjoy it, vote for their favorite, and point out what I did well and what I messed up so I can improve. I used to have another Novel with the same idea but since its old, I just made this one instead so it may reach more people since it's better on the algorythim and all of that. That's why this novel's tags may seem a bit confusing. There isn't much to say about it... The current ideas used were: (Their names aren't set) 1-Ascension of the Card Emperor (Reincarnation/Unordinary Cultivation?) 2-Master of the sands of time (Modern Cultivation/Superpowers) 3-Bridgmaker (Transmigration/System/Fantasy) 4-HP: The Dimensional Turner (Fanfic) 5-Why should I increase my Stats again? (Modern Cultivation/Low Wuxia?/Martial Arts) 6-Auto Hunter (Modern Superpowers/Tradicional Hunter & Rifts) 7-The Hidden Face of the Usurper (Fantasy/Monster Command) 8-Dual Class Mutant (Modern/Unordinary Cultivation?/Superpowers) 9-Successor of lost the bloodlines (Fantasy/Magic/Plotting/Demon Mc) 10-Dragonball fic (Self explanatory) - ... See you soon!

He was born from a divine God himself... The inheritance of the dark ages is left for his utmost control... But, it turns out that this same inheritance was used against him... in the sense that instead of helping to build the world, he used it against the world, turning it into ruins. His actions, the ramification of what he is capable of doing. Read volume one of Stillforce Odyssey: The Successor... plus the baffling thrills of both science and adventure driven Into an intense clash.

A young man named Lucas Steinhart journeys back to his birth place to search for the truth about his family. When the seal broke, the leader of the rakshas, welcomes him as the new successor. Will Lucas accomplish what he set out to do, to help the weak and destroy the dark forces that plague the world?

New Horizon immerses the reader in a post-apocalyptic world where humanity, having survived the destruction of Earth by traveling aboard an ark, strives to rebuild under a unified civilization in an era of peace called Red. But this utopia begins to waver when Reeve, one of Red's cities, resumes weapon production, creates a new generation of warriors, and seeks a weapon of mass destruction known as Genesis. This pursuit of power ignites a fratricidal war, leading to Reeve's downfall and forever shattering the dream of unity. Fifty years later, the world is more divided than ever. Two great powers stand against each other in silent conflict: Gard, heir to Reeve's survivors, and Stered, its rival and successor to Red. Gard has inherited a mysterious force emanating a blue energy, Ether, a remnant of Reeve's military advancements. This energy poses a threat to Stered and fuels rising tensions between the two civilizations. A fragile peace lingers-until a massive attack from Gard strikes Stered's shores, shattering the world's balance and forcing Stered to embark on a journey to New Horizon, a mysterious place where both the secrets of the world and the dangers of the past lie in wait. At the heart of this turmoil, Seth, a young boy from Stered, finds himself thrust into the center of the world's fate. Driven by a mix of hope and inevitability, he must confront forgotten truths and embrace a role he never imagined...

A transmigrated boy carries the arcane essence of two races—an anomaly unheard of in the history of Niar. Once a knight, he met his end at the hands of the very power he will now embrace to become the strongest magician this world has ever seen. But strength alone may not be enough. An unfathomable evil looms, one that threatens everything he holds dear. He refuses to suffer loss again—not like before, when the princess he loved perished under his protection, a failure that haunts him still. Yet fate is cruel. Will his newfound power be enough to defy it? To the people of this world, he is the fabled Half-Elf—the true successor to the Spirit King. Yet, he is a human...? ** This story is a rewrite that I've been working on for a year now. It is still being worked on alongside Reborn as a Villain (RATV) which is my main priority right now.