Crowned Pawn

The story about a man-May which got transmigrated to the world of novel he once gave read. "Why I am in this situation?" "Do I have no other choice but to continue with this life." Having encounter a situation which might be a dream for many but not for him. "since I am already here let's do it my way" ----------------------------------------------------------------------- You can actually look forward to our mc way of living. Things you can actually look forward to 1) manipulation 2) kingdom building 3) attitude or personality development of mc with story.

In a world where the unseen weaves fate and power is both a blessing and a curse, the awakened are called Phantoms—warriors bound to the spirits, their strength the only shield between humanity and annihilation. Long ago, when the Wraithborn first descended—eldritch horrors that slithered from the void beyond existence—humanity stood at the edge of ruin. The skies darkened, cities crumbled, and no blade nor bullet could harm these spectral abominations. Then came the First Call—whispers from the Spiritscape, a realm beyond mortal comprehension. Those who heard it awakened as phantoms, wielding power borrowed from spirits unseen, pushing back the darkness and carving the first fragile dawn of survival. But survival had a price. Phantoms became the weapons of the world. The Regency regulated the phantoms, dictating their purpose: to fight or be discarded. Yet among them stood the Crowned Phantoms, legends of their kind, those who had ascended beyond the ordinary, commanding the Spiritscape with unrivaled mastery. They were kings among warriors, epitomes of power, the history of the ones revered. Countless yearned to be crowned, to stand above all, to forge their names in eternity. Kael Veyne wanted none of it. Awakened at the age of three—far too young, far too dangerous—Kael understood what others refused to see. Power was not glory. Power was chained. The world loved its heroes when they won but discarded them the moment they failed. He watched as Phantoms bled, as the Regency dictated their lives, as those who sought greatness were crushed under the weight of expectation. So he made a choice. He hid. For years, he lived in the shadows, using his power only to protect himself, refusing to be another cog in the machine. He wanted a quiet life, a life that was his. But fate is never kind to those who defy it. A single moment—an unseen ripple in the fabric of destiny—threatens to unravel everything. The Wraithborn are changing stronger, and no longer bound by the laws that once held them back. The Spiritscape stirs, its whispers louder than ever. The Regency is watching. And in the depths of the unseen world, an ancient prophecy murmurs of an emperor who walks between realms, commanding the spirits themselves. Kael has spent his life running from the inevitable. But when the tide rises and the world begins to shift, when all eyes turn toward him—will he remain a ghost in the crowd… or will the Spirit Emperor rise?

Synopsis: Rebirth of the Exiled Gods' Pawn (MMORPG) Humanity believed they had made the greatest discovery—Eldoria, a revolutionary full-dive MMORPG. Corporations poured trillions into its development, players rushed to claim their place in history, and the world was eager for the next step in virtual evolution. But they were wrong. Eldoria was never created by humans. It was a trap set by the exiled gods Zerathis and Lirion, ancient beings cast out from a higher dimension. Though players could log out, death in the game came with a harsh price—losing levels, though stats remained unaffected unless under special circumstances. Only the strongest could thrive. Ethan Vale, once the strongest archer, clawed his way to the top only to be betrayed and killed by his stepsister. As his vision faded, he heard a voice filled with amusement. "Let’s see what happens if I send you back." A demon artifact, toying with fate, reincarnates Ethan 20 years into the past, before Eldoria’s launch. Armed with future knowledge, he now has one goal—to break free from the gods’ game and take revenge on those who wronged him. But he is no longer just a player. Zerathis and Lirion are watching. “Can he become our pawn?” Zerathis asks coldly. Lirion smirks, handing him Liron Juice and popcorn. “Let’s watch.” Now, Ethan must rise before corporations take control, before the strongest players awaken, and before the gods tighten their grip. In a game where death means losing levels but not stats—unless under special conditions—he will ensure that he never falls again.

A woman from Hull was never meant to wear a crown. And yet, today, they would place one on her head. Verona Falkenrath has spent her life among the wild forests and untamed lands of Hull, a province scorned by the noble courts of Praylor. To them, she and her people are nothing more than barbarians. Useful for their resources but unworthy of standing among kings. When she is forced into an arranged marriage with Prince Lucian Velthorne, Verona knows what is expected of her: be silent, be obedient, and be grateful. But Verona has never known how to kneel. Lucian never wanted a wife, especially not one from Hull. Cold, calculating, and bred for power, he sees their union as nothing more than a political necessity. She is a means to an end, a bridge to keep Hull under Praylor’s control. But from the moment Verona enters his court, she defies him at every turn. Fierce, untamed, and impossible to ignore. Yet behind the whispers of their unlikely marriage, something far more dangerous is brewing. A neighboring country has begun sowing rebellion in Hull’s shadows, promising freedom from Praylor’s rule. When Verona uncovers the plot, she faces an impossible choice: stay loyal to her homeland, or betray those who would see it burn. But Lucian has his own doubts. When the rebellion reaches its peak, can he truly trust the woman he once swore was his enemy? Bound by duty, divided by war, and drawn together by something neither of them expected, Verona and Lucian must decide. Is their marriage just another political game, or the beginning of a love that could reshape kingdoms?

Sage and Rosemary, two best friends who are inseparable. after graduating from the academy, their lives are turned upside down by sudden disappearances, murders, and learning their families secrets. While going through different circumstances they wonder who can be trusted, but what happens when they find out their lives are in danger by someone that's suppose to love them.

Born in exile, Pyrrhus of Epirus rises to reclaim his lost kingdom, proving himself a warrior as fierce as his ancestor, Achilles. From the battlefields of Greece to the war-torn lands of Italy, he wages war against powerful enemies, including Macedon, Rome, and shifting allies who betray him at every turn. As he builds an empire through blood and conquest, Pyrrhus seeks not just victory, but immortality—a place among the greatest legends of history. But war demands sacrifice. And the price of ambition is steep. Years after his father’s fall, Alexander II of Epirus is forced into exile, raised in a land of warriors. As a young king, he reclaims his throne and seeks to restore his father’s legacy. But he soon faces an even greater threat—Rome, an empire that will not bow to kings or gods. Outnumbered and surrounded by betrayal, Alexander must decide what kind of ruler he will be—one who fights for his people, or one who fights for history. As war consumes the land, his destiny unfolds in a battle that will determine not only his fate, but the fate of all who defy the rise of an empire.

Adrian thought he had bought a game. Instead, the game had bought him. When he booted up War Crown, he expected a night of strategy and conquest. What he got was a contract—one written in blood and bound by fate. His first world, Athenia, teetered on the edge of annihilation. Daemons from the void twisted nature into monstrosities, cities burned in endless rebellion, and a young emperor, Kael, stood alone against the tide. Victory wasn’t just an option. It was survival. The game had spoken: Clear Act 1 before the deadline, or be claimed by the game itself.

Princess Evangeline is a royal disaster—reckless, unladylike, and constantly causing chaos. Sir Lucian Valemont, her ever-suffering knight, is punished for her every misstep. As he struggles to keep her under control, he realizes the real battle isn’t just protecting the kingdom—it’s surviving her.

I died in an explosion—a betrayal engineered by the man I trusted most. But instead of the end, I woke up in a new body. A noblewoman’s body. Evelina, disgraced and hated, accused of poisoning the Crown Prince of a kingdom where werewolves rule the land. And worse? The man whose life I supposedly tried to end is now my fated mate. Damian, the Crown Prince, is as cold as the moonlight that binds us, his piercing silver eyes filled with distrust every time they land on me. He doesn’t believe my innocence, and frankly, I don’t care. My only priority is survival in this dangerous, medieval world—and figuring out why fate decided to shove me into the life of a traitor. But the longer I’m near Damian, the harder it is to ignore the pull between us—the undeniable heat of the mate bond that makes his touch electric and his presence intoxicating. Enemies lurk in the shadows, including the woman who thinks she should be his Luna. Court intrigue spirals out of control, and the person behind Evelina’s betrayal might be closer than I realize. Damian’s trust is my only shield, but when the truth of my transmigration comes to light, I’m not sure even that will be enough to save me. Because in this world, it’s not love that conquers all—it’s power. And mine might not be enough.

What if fate is not a blessing—but a curse passed down through royal bloodlines? What ancient truth lies hidden beneath centuries of silence—and who dares awaken it? Can love rewrite a destiny already carved by shadows and sacrifice? A legacy buried. A curse unbroken. A king must rise… but at what cost?

Eun-Byul Lee, a fearless and street-smart fighter, meets a tragic end in a car accident—only to awaken as Cecilia von Arlen, a minor character in a novel she once read. As Cecilia, a timid pushover fated to die tragically halfway through the story, Eun-Byul must use her wits and fighting spirit to change her destiny and survive in a world that was never meant to be hers.

Di sebalik tembok istana yang berkilauan dengan kemewahan, perebutan kuasa antara dua dinasti diraja vampir semakin memuncak. Princess Evelynn Rosavelle, pewaris sah takhta Valderos, terperangkap dalam permainan politik yang licik apabila abangnya sendiri mencabar haknya untuk memerintah. Demi mengelakkan perang saudara, Evelynn dipaksa menerima perkahwinan politik dengan Prince Adrien Valeios, putera dari kerajaan musuh yang sejak sekian lama mengintai kelemahan Valderos. Namun, Adrien bukan sekadar seorang putera yang sombong dan penuh muslihat—dia juga musuh yang paling dibenci Evelynn. Di tengah-tengah pengkhianatan, rahsia lama yang mengancam kestabilan kedua-dua kerajaan mula terbongkar. Evelynn dan Adrien, yang mulanya dipisahkan oleh dendam dan ego, perlahan-lahan mendapati diri mereka terperangkap dalam jaring perasaan yang mereka sendiri enggan akui. Namun, dalam dunia di mana kepercayaan adalah mata wang paling berharga dan pengkhianatan datang dari mereka yang paling rapat, Evelynn harus memilih—mengorbankan takhta demi hatinya, atau mengorbankan hatinya demi takhtanya. Di penghujungnya, hanya satu yang akan kekal berdiri—cinta atau mahkota.

Betrayed by his own comrades, Kael Zarion watched his closest friend, Lothar Holyreign, fall to a blade meant for enemies. Wounded and desperate, he fled deeper into the Tower of Calamity, sealing himself in a forgotten chamber where a crimson-lit relic awaited. “I'm sorry, Lothar… I failed you.” With regret in his heart and vengeance burning in his soul, Kael took his last breath. But death was not the end. Reborn as Licht Arthas, he awakens in a new life—one marked by an ancient god’s insignia and the power to defy fate itself. The gods rule this world, but Licht will carve his own path. Even if it means drowning the heavens in crimson.

Space Pirate sci-fi.

On a planet ruled by ancient cults and martial families, Kallen's life turns for the worse the day he is cursed with the mark. He, along with other children, is kidnapped and raised to serve under the infamous House Bathory as spies and assassins. Their mission? Infiltrate their eternal rivals and orchestrate the heist of the century: Stealing the Crown fragment that turned heroes into kings and nations into an empire. In this ruthless world, ambition and cunning are survival tools, whether you're in the wild, on the battlefield, or navigating royal courts. Secrets act as currency, and a seemingly simple power play can conceal a century-old plot that transcends space and time. Torn between his quest to protect his loved ones, revenge and his morality, Kal's humanity will be put to the test as he navigates through political struggles greater than himself. Immersed in a suicide mission that could disrupt the foundation of a society on the brink of implosion, he quickly realizes that failure goes beyond death. --- What to expect: - Character building -The story takes its time to set up but will quickly take up speed. - Martial art-oriented action with a power system - Betrayals, schemes, and mysteries - Dark scenes - Worldbuilding - Slice of life including comedy and romance -no harem

The kingdom of Elaria stands majestically as the greatest power on the continent of Atlantis, with vast lands of power and that the sun never sets on the land of power. But behind the glory, a cruel social stratification separates the nobles, who have power and control, from the commoners, who live in oppression. In the midst of this chaos, Alexander Arthur Casterwyn, a young noble who refuses to submit to the rotten system, takes a bold step. He adopts a pair of orphaned twins from the Ethel family, a despised commoner. Unexpectedly, one of the twins possesses a rare Essential: Light Dragon, a power found only in legend. Years later, one of the twins reappears. Caspian Arthur Casterwyn, a gifted channeler who leads a movement to shake the foundations of the kingdom. Together with his siblings and a group of loyal channelers, Caspian will confront the tyranny that sits on the throne and destroy the system that has oppressed them all this time.

In the forgotten shadows of a dying world, a boy named Kael clawed his way through ruin and ash, never knowing the stars themselves would one day bow to him. He rose. Higher than kings. Higher than gods. Until he became the sovereign of all things— The architect of the Omnigenesis, The master of perfect creation, The ruler of a multiverse without flaw. But even eternity cracks. From the fractures of Kael's own making, chaos spilled forth. Legends born from his discarded dreams. Rebels forged from his forgotten failures. Factions of madness, entropy, and rebellion now war for the shattered pieces of his crown. And as the Fractured Crown spirals into infinite war, Kael faces the question no god dares ask: Is eternal rule worth the death of wonder? Or is the end of everything the only true freedom left? In a saga of endless realities, impossible powers, and the war beyond infinity, only one truth remains: Legends never die. They only fracture.

In a world where leadership determines one's future, the National Student Leadership Initiative (NSLI) launches a radical experiment: Leadership Ascendancy Program (LAP) to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will run the country. This elite program gathers the top 100 most promising young leaders from across the nation—presidents, prefects, council members, and prodigies in leadership roles—bringing them to Primus Academy, a school that trains future world leaders. However, there's a catch: only 10 will graduate as "True Leaders," and only 1 among them can become the Sovereign leader. these 10 will securing high-ranking positions in politics, business, and society. The rest? Their leadership potential will be declared insufficient, permanently barring them from any influential role in the future. To prove their worth, students must compete in leadership-based challenges, forcing them to strategize, manipulate, and rally people behind them. As alliances form and betrayals unfold, these young visionaries must outthink, outmaneuver, and outlead their rivals—or risk fading into obscurity

"Deceived by love and destroyed by betrayal, Song Yong's life in Seoul ends in tragedy. But fate's twisted threads weave her into a new destiny as Song Jae, daughter of a powerful Prime Minister in Joseon's treacherous court, in the novel she read before dying. In a world where loyalty is a luxury and power is a deadly game, Song Jae's path collides with Crown Prince Chul Kwan - a ruthless monarch with a reputation for annihilation. His darkness is legendary, and her instincts scream warning. Yet, when she saves him from the brink of death, their fates become inextricably linked. As Song Jae navigates the palace's deadly intrigue, she must confront the monster within the Crown Prince - the same man who slaughtered the original Song Jae in a tale of blood and betrayal. Can she tame his beastly heart, or will his shadows devour her? The line between love and destruction blurs, and Song Jae must choose: surrender to the darkness or defy it."

"Duty demands I marry him. My heart warns me not to trust him. But the kingdom is dying, and I have no choice." Princess Elara of Bellmere will do anything to save her crumbling kingdom—even if it means tying herself to Kieran Blake, a ruthless billionaire with a reputation for taking everything he touches. Their marriage is a cold-blooded bargain: his power and wealth in exchange for her crown. But behind his charm lies a man with secrets as dangerous as the enemies circling her kingdom—and Elara soon learns Kieran didn’t come to Bellmere just to save it. As hidden truths come to light and dangerous enemies close in, their fragile alliance will face its greatest test. Will Elara and Kieran find strength in each other, or will the cracks in their bond shatter both their hearts and the future of Bellmere?

The Crown’s Ashes Elaris was born to rule, but betrayal stole her throne before she could even claim it. Left for dead by those she once trusted, she is forced into hiding, alone and powerless. But the throne is not just a seat of power—it is bound to an ancient spirit, one that whispers in the shadows, offering her strength at a dangerous cost. Determined to reclaim what is rightfully hers, Elaris trains under an old soldier, sharpening both her mind and her supernatural abilities. Along the way, she finds an unlikely ally in Malrik, a man as ruthless as he is enigmatic. Against her better judgment, she begins to trust him. To love him. But love is the cruelest weapon of all. Malrik’s betrayal cuts deeper than any blade, revealing a web of deception far greater than she ever imagined. With her heart shattered and the throne slipping further from her grasp, Elaris faces an impossible choice—submit to the throne spirit’s hunger for power or forge her own path, even if it means sacrificing the man she once loved. The throne demands blood. And Elaris must decide whose will be spilled.

A Ballon D'Or Winner Dies And Get's Regressed To Become The Best In The World Again

In a world where broken magic and ancient machines lie buried under ash and blood, a reluctant blacksmith is forced to rise as a hero. Kael, a war-scarred smith, only wants to forget the past and survive in the crumbling city of Emberhold. But when monstrous creatures known as the Hollowborn rise from the forgotten ruins — and a mysterious girl arrives with a secret that could change the world — Kael is thrust into a web of lies, lost history, and magic that should have never been touched. As the Hollowborn spread and kingdoms fall into chaos, Kael must choose: Stay in the shadows, or Forge himself into a weapon against the darkness. But power always comes with a price... and some truths should have stayed buried. Dark fantasy meets epic mystery. Perfect for readers who love Game of Thrones, Berserk, and grim medieval worlds full of secrets. War. Betrayal. Magic. Monsters. And a reluctant hero standing between ruin and survival. Read now and uncover the truth of the Crown of the Forgotten

In the luminous chaos of 2230, Davina Astralys and Ludovic Di Cortesi are two souls bound by bloodlines, betrayal, and a city split between gleaming skyscrapers and shadowy undergrounds. Davina, a university student with a cybernetic edge, has spent years evading the criminal world that shaped her, haunted by the death of her first love, Leocade. But when an undercover mission drags her into the orbit of Ludovic, the fierce and brooding heir to the rival Di Cortesi Syndicate, sparks ignite amidst their clash of loyalties. Their first encounter is a volatile mix of hostility and intrigue, yet as a fragile truce forces them to work together, Davina and Ludovic discover a connection neither can ignore. Beneath his cold exterior lies a man grappling with the weight of his lineage, while Davina’s defiance and sharp intellect challenge everything he believes. Together, they must navigate a labyrinth of shifting alliances and shadowy conspiracies, even as forbidden passion threatens to consume them. When the Obsidian League emerges as a deadly threat, old wounds resurface with devastating consequences—especially when secrets that could shatter her world are slowly revealed. Torn between past and present, Davina must choose where her heart lies while fighting to dismantle the power structures that control her city. In a world of steel and shadows, love might be her only chance at redemption—or her ultimate downfall.

So, the higher beings handed me a whole world. Great! Except... it's completely empty. No humans. No civilization. Just me, a vast land., Obviously, I’m not about to start farming and building houses myself. So, I had a brilliant idea—import some players! Let them mine, craft, fight, and struggle while I sit back and reap the rewards. They want adventure? I'll give them dungeons. They want power? I'll dangle legendary loot. They want a kingdom? Perfect—they can build mine. It’s a flawless plan... unless, of course, the players get a little too ambitious. But hey, what’s the worst that could happen?

Promised revenge by the Duke through a political marriage, Ivelle was betrayed. She was about to die on her wedding day, only to be granted a second chance by the dragons she once feared. Now, with dragon blood coursing through her veins and the truth of her royal lineage revealed, Ivelle finds herself in a deadly game of power set by the king who never acknowledged her as his own. Determined to get back against the people who destroyed her life, she makes an unusual alliance with a wizard. However, a new threat arises as her opponents get closer. The previously self-centered Duke starts to develop feelings for her, and the devoted wizard becomes desperate to gain her affection. Caught between two men who would do anything for her love, she can’t afford to let emotions get in the way. Because the path to destruction may cost her more than she bargained for.

In "Beyond the Crown", a tale of secrets, passion, and power unfolds in a world of opulent splendor, where a coterie of ladies-in-waiting navigate the treacherous waters of courtly life, entwining their lives with those above them, and becoming embroiled in the intricate dance of intrigue, loyalty, desire and love.