Withering Waves

Alexander Gray, a fifteen-year-old teenager on the verge of his awakening and subsequent entry into the Hunters Academy is one day taken away in a cosmic mana wave that passes through Earth’s solar system during a school trip from Earth to Mars. A wave that kills a person once exposed to it. Luckily, the displacement wave placed him close to their destination where he was found, alive and well to the disbelieve of everybody. Unbeknownst to him at the time, the cosmic mana wave had awakened a gift within him that would propel him to the ranks of hero hunter and beyond, granting him the strength to lead humanity in their effort to determine the cause of their universe changing and its implications. ............. "For some reason, I can't level up." Alex began to feel frustrated as he was stuck at Class F, the lowest rank a hunter could have after awakening, despite his momentum when he first awakened. Even with his awakened talents and the benefits he received from the 'accident' that should have killed him, he now finds himself stuck and unable to level up as mana does not work on him like everyone else. Follow Alexander Gray as he discovers his abilities and learns about himself in a chaotic universe and beyond. ...................... Join the discord: https://discord.gg/vXC8vWJxHN

“These bedchambers have missed your scent.” His voice, low and rough, made her pulse quicken. Her fear surged, boundless, as he closed the stained glass doors behind him. “Please… let me go,” she pleaded, trembling as he pulled her close, his touch burning against her skin. “You fled this place while carrying my child. Why did you come back?” he murmured, his lips trailing down her neck as they had so many times before. “I… don’t know,” she managed, her voice barely a whisper. Luciana Mircea de Amanécer, princess of the Holy Empire that ruled the skies, had once lived in a world of beauty and privilege—a devoted father, joyful sisters, wealth, and a loving fiancé. Yet that life shattered with a single conversation. One day, her father appeared in her chambers, eyes solemn, bearing news that upended her world. “You will be married,” he said, but the name wasn’t that of the man she cherished. Instead, she was to be wed to the ruthless crown prince of the rival Demon Empire, an alliance forged to quell the simmering tensions between their kingdoms. “Father, please…” she begged. “My child,” he murmured, his voice heavy with regret. “It is your duty as the firstborn princess. This marriage will protect the realm… and your little sisters.” For the first time in her life, Luciana saw him bow to her, his plea wordless but clear. Yielding to her father’s desperate request, she accepted her fate. In a single day, she went from princess to wife, her dreams abandoned and her future reshaped. But the white wedding gown was soon stained crimson, marking her descent into a life she could never have anticipated. Could she learn to accept a man for whom compassion was an unfamiliar luxury, or would the love she had left behind rise to rescue her?

The Kingdom of Helloria was once bound by the sacred Orūzh, its power upheld by the three tenets of existence: Zūhren, Kaelth, and Væsh. When the great schism fractured the land, its roots were severed, each brother carving a fragment to forge their dynasties. The purity of the Orūzh’s power was lost to greed, and the land withered under war, famine and ruin. Yet deep within the untamed wilds of Velloria, the last of the Hellorian Laza endure. The keepers of forgotten wisdom live among the whispering flora, guarding the remnants of the Orūzh. A daughter of the Væsh Laza, Xymóra was born in blood and shadow, her arrival marked by the deaths of those sworn to protect her. Yet, when she is told she must never set foot beyond the bridge, she knows she will.

The waves ripple around me, calling me in a whisper, Into the deepest part of the ocean. As I walk on the soft sand, the water sweeps over my feet, surrounding where I stand, giving me the sweetest sensation. Oh ocean, why do I feel so attracted to you? Why do I feel the tickling of your whispers? As it causes cold shivers down my spine. I could hear your gentle lullaby, It roars like a lion, yet so steady and honest Just like a refined diamond. Oh, sea, why do you call my name in a whisper? Caressing waves upon the shore, Once again you beckon me. Why do you show yourself at my doorstep? Why do I feel your presence everywhere I go? Why do you call me so desperately? I want to know, cause when the sea calls? Who will answer?

"Ding... Congratulation, host. You are the strongest magic caster present in this timeline." Alex sighed, a wave of relief washing over him. "Thank God... No, wait. I think I am a god now, right, System? So, I can relax and enjoy life, right?"

A calamity descended, consuming the world in chaos. With their final strength, humanity raised towering walls and built great cities to safeguard the last remnants of life. But now, the calamity stirs once more. This time, humanity will not just defend—they will rise and strike back! Witness the heroes. Follow their example. Become the hero!

Within two days of landing, he witnessed a Great Sun blossoming upon the earth, followed by a succession of events: storms, cold waves, famines, hungry ghosts, Evil Path, Divine Dynasty, Devils, one after another. Yu Ziqing first set a modest goal for himself, not to starve to death. Then he sought to secure for himself a sufficiently powerful backing, so he could cultivate in peace until nobody could kill him. ———————————————— As long as there is enough information, there is no enemy that can't be defeated.

"Sect Master Uncle is just a mortal, who just happens to have his own 'billion' interpretations of various spells." Atop Misty Peak, the sect's senior disciple was educating the new beginners. At that moment, Sect Leader Ye Feng, holding a blade of grass, waved it gently, and a fierce Sword Qi split the sky in two, revealing a dark spatial rift that was difficult to heal, frightening the gods above. The new disciple pointed at the sky, shocked, "And you told me the Sect Leader is just a mortal?"

【Grassroots Rise】＋【Strategic Battle】＋【Intelligence Online】 There was no time to lament the life full of regrets, as he suddenly reincarnated as a homeless man in America. In an America where capitalism was expanding to extremes, more and more people were being forced onto the streets. With no identity, no money. Unable to work, unable to rent a home. If capitalism had no humanity, then he would become the capital! Fighting his way up step by step, he aimed for the very top of America! Starting off with just a tent, not backing down in the slightest, the new-age American homeless man, Cheng Daqi, was set to make some massive waves!

First came an unseen mana infused cosmic wave. Next came the fear and confusion. But the final wave is ME, MYSELF and I, for I am coming, and my purpose..., why don't you find out

Fang He, an ordinary young man, accidentally joins the "Heavenly Court Chat Group" and befriends celestial beings. By grabbing red envelopes in the group, he gains magical abilities like the Sweet Rain Technique and Hundred Tribulation Thunder Talisman. He refines elixirs, wields divine treasures, and begins his rise from mediocrity. At school, he uses immortal arts to put arrogant rivals in their place; in the city, he resolves crises with celestial powers and even builds a business empire with the Pure Water Fairy Lotus. As celestial treasures surface and hidden conflicts in the Heavenly Court unfold, he navigates urban chaos while unlocking the chat group’s secrets. From a mere mortal to a master of immortal magic, witness how he creates waves in both mortal and divine realms, crafting his own epic legend!

[ON HAITUS UNTIL 21ST MARCH][SOCIALS AT BOTTOM] ______________________________________ It's 1983. In a world where humanity is plunged in threats by creatures called Eclipses, Hikaru Shimo is a no ordinary teen boy with an ambition to defend humanity from these creatures. However, things go south when one fateful night he has an encounter with a man from over a thousand years ago and Hikaru's story starts getting more adventurous with Hikaru finding out more about himself and his past of the Shimo Clan. Delve into the world of The Withering Cold, where Hikaru alongside many likeable characters challenge their limits against the Eclipses and the twisted humans who go by the name: "New Faith Order". ______________________________________ Notes: - To better understand, read the auxiliary chapters they'll get you understanding the power system and etc. - This Novel isn't the usual ordinary system or reincarnation type novel. It's simply a work of fiction that is inspired by battle shonen manga's. - Expect amazing choreography and rich details and character writing from the novel. - Lack of sexual content, usually satisfied by hidden innuendos. - Cover Art and Character Art in the Novel is by Me. - Expected Length of the Novel: 200 Chapters - Publishing Frequency: 3-4 Chapters a week. ______________________________________ Socials: Discord - https://discord.com/invite/8mgFz7RVFm insta - https://www.instagram.com/therealwitheringcold?igsh=MTRwNjVnaHZvZ214eA== ______________________________________

"David Raphael's life slipped beneath the waves of a glacial sea, his unfulfilled longing for GTA 6 forever etched in the digital realm. As his soul was torn from its mortal shell, a vortex of otherworldly energies swept him away to a medieval world, where foreboding forests shrouded in mist stretched towards the horizon, and rugged, granite mountains pierced the sky like shards of splintered stone. "In this unforgiving realm, David's journey began, a treacherous path woven from darkness and flickering moonlight. His quest: to claim the legendary Blessed Visor, an ancient relic rumored to grant its wearer mastery over the very fabric of existence. Yet, as David's ambition burned brighter, the weight of his desire settled upon him, a haunting reminder that 'heavy is the head that wears the crown.'"

Wave's carefully crafted plans for her future shatter in a blink of an eye after a single, reckless night. What begins as a dilemma when she discovers her pregnancy. Caught between her dreams of academic success and the looming reality of motherhood, she must navigate a turbulent world where every decision carries weight. As she grapples with teenage pregnancy and gossips in school and the pressure to conform clashes with her desire to forge her own path. With her scholarship at stake and her heart in turmoil, Wave must confront not only her fears about becoming a mother but also the complicated emotions tied to the man who changed her life in an instant. Will she find strength to embrace her new reality or will the weight of her choices threaten to crush her dreams forever? Join Wave Fishers on a poignant journey of love, resilience and self-discovery in a story where the unexpected leads to profound transformations.

In a world where the veil between the living and the dead has been torn asunder, a wave of large - scale paranormal horrors has swept across the globe. Countless people have met their untimely ends or vanished into thin air, triggering a series of social upheavals. Governments have declared no - go zones, and the United Nations has called for the abolition of the death penalty in a desperate attempt to stem the tide of this otherworldly chaos.

When a seemingly golden coin falls into the hands of a boy, his life takes a terrifying turn. The coin, cursed by a long-forgotten evil demon , unleashes a wave of supernatural horrors, twisting reality and endangering those closest to him.

Check out my other novels - |Arpious of the Planes| |The Rise of Quetzalcoatl| |My Ares System| -- Same Universe - |Warlock of War: My Ares System| |Warlock of Wisdom: My Odin System| -- It was an enormous tsunami that completely covered the sky, and due to its dark water, the sun had been blocked out. A sense of despair ran through everybody as they looked towards the peaked wave quickly crashing down. But was I the only one who noticed the massive sea monster lurking towards the front of the wave? CRASH [Requirments Met] [System has been chosen] [Your god has been selected] [System Granted] [Poseidon System is being installed] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Twitter - @equuipwebnovel Discord - equuip#6686 -- Cover Art was made by the wonderful sayerrri! twitter: sayeri_fe https://www.deviantart.com/sayerrri

Leon Vale’s world disappeared as a mysterious body wiped every human from Earth. Powerful individuals called Ascendants did not even stand a chance against the exterminators. Not to mention a dungeon porter like Leon. But his life changed on acquiring a system that not only got him to live again. But also altered reality at will. The Paradox System. Join Leon as he rides the waves in a dystopian world filled with scary monsters, ruthless Houses, Orders, and regressors.

In short, I have been reborn into a world where the natural elements are both beautiful and deadly at the same time, with ferocious storms and scorching heat waves that can wipe out entire communities. Well this is an unforgiving, unforgiving world where the common cold can kill you, a world where survival applies only to the strong in this world. Here in this world humans are not at the top of the food chain. A world where the sounds of predators echo in the wild, and the threat of hunting lurks around every corner. I'm not afraid. Why should I be afraid? I'm a crimson red dragon living in a forest. Why am I not kidding? I'm a crimson red dragon living in a very dense forest.

A vast and unforgiving expanse of ocean, the Scatterseas is a realm where the known world fractures into countless islands, each bearing the weight of its own history, myths, and dangers. It is a place of lawless waters, where pirates carve their legends, ancient beings stir beneath the waves, and the whispers of lost civilizations echo through the tides.To sail the Scatterseas is to gamble with destiny, where the strong seize power, the desperate cling to hope, and the foolish are swallowed by the abyss. Here, the only true law is the sea itself—and it does not forgive.

In a world torn apart by the relentless war between the radiant kingdom of Valoira and the dark forces of Arcanan, a young warrior named Zephyr carries the weight of destiny on his shoulders. Gifted with the sacred Holy Sword, he is Valoira's last hope to turn the tides against the overwhelming monster waves that threaten their lands. Amidst the chaos, Zephyr crosses paths with Elira, a fiery and determined soul whose secrets could either save the kingdom or doom it to ruin. As their fates intertwine, forbidden emotions spark, but the shadow of war looms ever closer. When a black dragon, the harbinger of destruction, emerges as the puppet master behind the monster wave, Zephyr faces a harrowing choice: embrace the role of a savior or lose everything he holds dear. With love, loyalty, and kingdoms on the line, will Zephyr’s light prevail, or will the shadows of Arcanan consume them all?

There was a time when people worshipped the gods, the divine beings who maintained balance in the world and granted humanity a sacred power known as Zeth also called magic. But one day, without warning, the gods vanished without a trace. Their disappearance plunged the world into chaos. The magic once revered as a blessing became a curse. Those gifted with it began to lose their minds, lands withered and decayed, and wars erupted, consuming entire kingdoms in endless conflict. Beautiful landscapes twisted into cursed wastelands, overrun by monstrous creatures born from the corruption. What was once a symbol of divine favor became a thing of ruin, feared and despised by all.

In an era where gods have vanished, Affinity Users have risen to become the ruling force of the world. Fate, calamity, ocean, life… Powers of various inclinations intertwine and clash, shaping the future of this planet. Mo Ying—a mysterious girl—joins an equally enigmatic mercenary group. Her arrival is destined to stir the tides, and her story marks the beginning of an epic. Yet beneath the surging waves, a grand conspiracy quietly brews. As the world edges toward the abyss of destruction, how can humanity break free from the shackles of fate and find a path to survival?

[MATURE CONTENT] The world has been mutated by MR waves. Earth once rife with green forests and a food chain humanity stood atop of no longer resembles its old self, the world is ruled by monsters who have extraordinary powers by harnessing MR waves Everyone and everything stumbles and crawls their way through life trying to reach the top of the food chain so they won't be hunted and killed by another predator Every lesson and warning will be engraved in their skins and souls as for everything they gains, something must also be lost Mutants, humans, monsters. All walk the faded line between madness and salvation for their own survival in this world This world was never meant for a sane man. That's why the sane died out when they couldn't adapt -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is my first time posting any type of novel so expect - Bad grammar - Misspelled words - Boredom I'll continue to improve myself throughout writing it though, that's a promise

Kanika Sharma was once a woman full of life—an ambitious HR manager, a loving wife, and someone who believed in the beauty of dreams. But marriage changed everything. A miscarriage shattered her, leaving her drowning in depression, an eating disorder, and a fear of blood. Instead of love and support, she faced blame, humiliation, and neglect. Her once-devoted husband, Vibhav, saw her as a burden rather than a partner. When strange symptoms began surfacing, she turned to him for support, only to be met with indifference. With no choice but to seek help alone, she walked into a crowded government hospital—where she met him. Dr. Mokshith Kapoor was a man of logic, not emotions. A brilliant cardiologist, he had spent his life avoiding attachments, believing love was nothing but a fleeting illusion. But something about Kanika unsettled him. She wasn’t just another patient. She was someone who had been broken but still carried the weight of hope. As fate pulled them closer, a silent battle began. Her husband accused her of betrayal. Her family pressured her to return. And as Mokshith stood by her side, she began questioning herself—was this companionship, or was her heart starting to waver? Did she truly love the doctor, or was she merely seeking solace? Could she ever escape the shadows of her past, or would she be forced to return to the life that broke her? With every passing moment, Kanika’s time was slipping away. But when the final choice came, would it be love, redemption, or something entirely unexpected? A story of pain, healing, and the fragile nature of the human heart—The Withering Paper Flower will leave you questioning whether love is a cure or just another illusion.

Haruki Fukuda's life takes an unexpected turn the day he crosses paths with Kentaro Nomura. Their initial encounter is anything but pleasant, yet destiny has a different plan in store for them, and through the tumultuous waves of their friendship, an unbreakable bond forms, defying all odds.

In this fantastical land where the winds of change blow, the gods dominate everything, and conflicts among nations are unending. A sudden coalition offensive ruthlessly shattered the glory of once-mighty empires. The noble princess, from the lofty heights of royalty, instantly plunged into the endless abyss of escape. Fortunately, her loyal knight accompanied her like a shadow, guiding her into the unknown perils ahead. Along the way, they faced countless hardships, encountered mysterious figures, and experienced bizarre events, each step filled with challenges and uncertainties. Yet the princess did not succumb; in the whirlpool of fate, she quietly transformed from a delicate royal maiden into an ambitious leader determined to restore her kingdom. With her footsteps, the entire world’s landscape subtly changed. Demons coveted the human realm, various factions stirred with ambition, and even the distant gods cast wary glances upon her. In this whirlwind of change sweeping across the world, how would the princess choose? Could she break free from her predetermined fate and carve out a legend uniquely her own? On a land shrouded by gods and the flames of war, Princess Aelia of the Novaris Empire initially lived a carefree life. However, a sudden coalition invasion completely destroyed her homeland. The empire fell, the royal family was annihilated, and under the protection of her loyal knight, Aries, Aelia embarked on a path of escape. During her flight, Aelia and Aries faced countless dangers and encountered various people—kind-hearted civilians, cunning merchants, and treacherous enemies. Each encounter deepened Aelia’s understanding of the world’s cruelty and complexity. She gradually transformed from an innocent princess into a resilient leader. Throughout her escape, Aelia began to gather an army loyal to her cause. She vowed to reclaim her besieged homeland and restore the glory of the Novaris Empire. However, her enemies were not only the invading coalition but also the distant gods, who viewed Aelia as a threat and sought to erase her completely. As the war escalated, the entire world was drawn into this catastrophe. Humans, elves, demons, and even gods stood against Aelia. She had to confront unprecedented challenges, struggle against fate, and oppose the world. Ultimately, Aelia, a mortal, embarked on the path of god-slaying. Her sword pointed at those who once ruled the land, and her will shook the entire world. In this epic war, Aelia not only reclaimed her homeland but also became a new deity of this land, writing a legend that belonged solely to her.

An experiment that sought to develop humanity failed and sent humanity into a thousand-year war against demons that continues to this day. There is no salvation or escape. It is the story of a withered world desperately trying to cling to life with what remains of humanity’s strength.

Pontus has struck without warning, again. The Third Pontic-Inazuman War has ignited, shattering the fragile peace between the two seafaring nations. As fleets clash under crimson skies, Admiral Sangonomiya Kokomi of Inazuma must lead her armada against the cunning and relentless Pontic garrison. In a theater of war spanning uncharted waters and treacherous coastlines, loyalties are tested, alliances are forged, and betrayal lurks in the depths. With the fate of her nation hanging by a thread, Kokomi faces not only the enemy but the ghosts of her past and a dangerous secret that could turn the tide of the war—or destroy everything she holds dear. Amidst the roar of cannons and the whisper of waves, honor and survival become inseparable in this tale of maritime strategy, sacrifice, and the enduring spirit of the warrior. "Waves of Honor" immerses readers in a Japanese-inspired naval epic where every decision carries the weight of an empire.

Lin Feng wanted a lazy life, but fate had other plans. After reincarnating into a failing sect, he accidentally activates the Supreme Ancestor System, making him invincible. He waves his hand—enemies drop dead. He flicks a rock—a mountain splits in half. He takes a nap—disciples think he’s comprehending the Dao. Now, the entire cultivation world fears him, his sect is rising to power, and all he wants is some good food and sleep. Too bad his legend won’t let him rest.