Sloths Pride

And so Arascus, God of Pride, waited. He waited for his defeat as the forces of Heaven & Hell combined descended upon him. He waited as they tried to kill him. He waited as they locked him away. He waited for a thousand years in that dark prison.

When fiery, ambitious Isabella Carter clashes with arrogant yet brilliant Alexander Blackwood, sparks fly—but not in a good way. As rivals in the corporate world, they stop at nothing to sabotage each other. But when fate forces them into an unexpected partnership, the line between hate and love begins to blur. Will their hatred burn into something deeper, or will their pride keep them apart forever?

Allen, the legendary player "Godlike", finds himself thrust into the revolutionary fulldive VRMMORPG Hell's Gate's main villain, Azazel. Alongside seven skilled female players, he embarks on a journey filled with unexpected challenges. Confronting his old nemesis and countless players, Allen delves deep into the shadows of his own dark past. Soon, he becomes entangled in a complex web of new relationships and past betrayals. His companions develop feelings for him, not only in the virtual world but also in real life. Balancing his affection for his wives, the chaos of the battlefield, and his thirst for revenge, Allen sets out to attain everything he desires. The legendary player has returned once again, not as the hero but as the villain. He shall claim the title of ultimate villain! ---------------------- Each one of his subordinates represent seven deadly sins: Nefaris (Vampire) -> Pride // Player: Larissa Lullaby (Siren) -> Sloth // Player: Shea Lilieth (Succubus) -> Lust // Player: Vivian Eira (Fox Demon) -> Wrath // Player: Bella Selena (Witch) -> Envy // Player: Alice Abyssia (Kraken) -> Gluttony // Player : Zoe Grimora (Necromancer) -> Greed // Player: Jane -------------------------- Join my discord channel for illustrations: https://discord.gg/mSRHyMVhnG Bonus Chapters! *600 Power Stone = 1 bonus chapter *400 Golden Ticket= 1 bonus chapter *Magic Castle= 2 bonus chapters *Space Craft= 4 bonus chapters Important Note: No NTR, No Yuri, No rape, the relationship will go both in the game and real world. Tags: Mature Content , R-18 , Gore, Comedy , Revenge, Face Slapping, Monster Girls , Succubus , Magic , Demons , Devil , Beasts , Action , Mystery , Overpowered , Harem , System , Servants , Handsome Male Lead , Smart Male Lead and Slice of Life.

She was the woman he held dear to his heart, and he was the only sky in hers. Yet, born into royalty and bound by fate, even with her lofty pride, she had to descend into the depths of the palace, competing with many other women for his love. Intrigues and power struggles were rife, and the Emperor's heart was inscrutable. Only because it was him, she promised to see a glimpse of the future of the Qing Dynasty for the man she loved so deeply. But why does this path have to be so difficult…

High-schooler Yuuto Sakurai is not your typical teen. He prides himself on his peculiar mission - to protect the love lives of those threatened by encroaching third parties. When charisma and physical prowess attempt to steal away your beloved, Sakurai leaps into action. For just 10,000 yen, he'll ensure your love story remains untainted. Armed with conviction and a no-discrimination policy, he is the Anti-NTR Man - a one-man crusade against romantic usurpation.

This story unfolds during the later stages of World War II, where a man, scarred by the horrors of war, finally grasps the profound and harsh realities of the world. In this world, those at the top laugh and celebrate, while those at the bottom sacrifice their lives in futile conflicts driven by pride and meaningless ambition. A modern soul transmigrates and fuses with the original soul of a body, creating a unique and extraordinary existence. To some, he is a villain; to others, a madman. In a world steeped in cruelty, this man, determined to secure a place among the decision-makers, struggles to break free from the ranks of those powerless to control their fate. To achieve his goal, he resolves to shatter the chains of law, then the chains of morality, and finally the chains of mediocrity.

He was born a stain in the werewolf code, a phantom in human society. He learned the rules of survival in the rust-stench of junkyards. When three women reached into the abyss to save him: One with ink-stained hands, offering a dagger of salvation; One with a serpent’s silver bracelet, gripping a bloodied scepter; The last with ballerina gauze, hiding a poison-dipped rose. He paid in scars to understand: The cages woven from gold by humans, the thrones forged from bloodlines by wolves—they were all the same prison. When the crimson moon rises, the new king must choose: Let three loves become claws to tear the world apart, Or shatter his pride to forge a path never seen— A third road between species.

The MC is Overpowered!! And So Broken!! Leon was just grinding for loot like any other player—until a rare quest dumped him in front of the Goddess of Sloth. She was breathtaking—ethereal, radiant, a vision of divine perfection… if only she looked like she actually cared. With a half-lidded gaze, she let out a soft yawn before murmuring, "Mmm… I guess you’ll do." Boom. Overpowered blessing unlocked. Suddenly, Leon's rocking the Legendary Blacksmith Class, forging weapons so absurdly powerful that even the game devs are side-eyeing him. His stats refuse to stop climbing. His skills break every limit. Before he knows it, he’s leading a squad of insanely strong (and suspiciously attractive) allies. Oh, and he somehow accidentally founded a Kingdom. As one does. Even in real life, things spiral—wealth, fame, and an alarming number of people begging for crafting commissions. But as the chaos piles up, one question keeps nagging at him: Why does this “game” feel a little too real? ◇◆◇ Discord Server: tinyurl.com/galanteodiscord ◇◆◇ Additional Tags: - Harem and Romance - No Yuri No NTR! - Blacksmith - Kingdom Building - Spirit Beast Contract - Real World Impact - Wealth and Fame - Seven Sins

A desperate deal. A ruthless billionaire. A love neither expected. Ava Sinclair's life changes in an instant when she finds herself bound to a billionaire she barely knows. One year, one contract, no strings attached. But as secrets unfold and emotions rise, Ava realizes that what was meant to be a simple arrangement is anything but. Damien Cole is a man with a cold heart and a past he refuses to talk about. Ava can't help but wonder: Can love truly be forced, or is it just a game of power and pride? As the clock ticks down on their contract, neither is prepared for the twist of fate that will change everything. In a world of lies, betrayal, and family secrets, can they find something real—or will their fragile connection crumble before the year is up?

Reign Volks the heir of duchy of Northern empire was a prideful man and he could give up anything for that sole title, even his long love. But who knew that would be his biggest regret of his supposedly victorious life. Does he deserve a second chance? Will he be able to turn the hourglass of fate? Will he succeed in his sole mission of loving his beloved Cylus better?.......

Lisa never expected her life to take a dramatic turn when she moved to China. Between navigating a new culture, dealing with her complicated emotions, and getting entangled in the lives of those around her, things quickly spiral out of control. Felix, cold, prideful, and mysterious, becomes the one person she can’t seem to escape. His past is hidden behind a wall of arrogance, and though Lisa tells herself she despises him, her heart tells a different story. Meanwhile, Grace, Felix’s strong-willed sister, faces her own struggles. A shocking pregnancy, a toxic fiancé, and a wedding vow that shakes everything—her choices will either make or break her. As love, betrayal, and hidden secrets unfold, Lisa must face her own feelings: does she truly love Baskhar, or has her heart always belonged to Felix? And will Felix ever admit what’s buried deep inside? In a world where pride and emotions collide, can love really conquer all?

Blurb for "Love Beyond Disguise":** Violet, a brilliant yet secretive homemaker, marries Ethan—a ruthless CEO blinded by family ambition. When her hidden talents spark vicious schemes from jealous rivals, she vanishes, leaving Ethan to unravel her true identity. Now, the tycoon who once took her for granted must battle his own pride and a cutthroat elite world to win her back. Can love survive betrayal, or will buried secrets shatter their second chance?

Elliot Dawn never believed in fate—until he opened a mysterious book that shouldn't exist. Inside, it spoke of an apocalyptic world ravaged by mutations and war. Before he could understand more, Elliot found himself thrust into that very world, transmigrated into the body of the Porcelain General—a commander whose existence was never meant to be. Now trapped in a timeline that wants him erased, Elliot must survive as the Porcelain Commander, a title that offers no respect but keeps him weak and controlled. Guided by a lazy sloth-like system and hunted by forces that want him gone, Elliot uncovers the truth behind a world torn apart by mutations, deadly crystals, and power struggles between humans, mutants, and zombies. The one man who stands at the center of it all is Sahir, the Ancient Messenger, who was supposed to erase Elliot—but for some reason, he hesitates. In a war-torn world where survival is a gamble, Elliot must navigate this twisted fate, learn the truth of his existence, and decide whether to embrace the power he never asked for or risk everything to change the course of history.

Nine Characters, all bound to the whims of a 'Deranged Entity.' All the clues they have are the vast differences they have with those that bore them. His Madness has seeped into them, crowning them with Glory. They shall come to know the price of Sin & Virtue by Sacrilege & Madness :Krael _My Pride can overturn Creation, drowning it in the madness of an unwilling. And yet I have to offer servitude to one who will always be beneath me, in the twisted guise of learning Humility - If only she knew how I long to grind her bones, she would know to control her tongue Born to Pride, servitude to Humility. :Kaelan_My Hunger can consume the very foundations of existence leaving behind an abyss born from my will. And yet I have to exercise temperance lest I lose meaning. Why do the gods mock me so...to give me all I can ever eat, and yet never to touch any satiate my growing hunger. I have seen the cruelty of the divine Born to Gluttony, raised by Temperance :Zaen_My Envy stalks the might of existence, wishing for its grandeur to be mine. And yet, my envy is never allowed to fester for Kindness plagues me like a curse. Compassion that was never mine, empathy I could care less about, heavens know I would rather drown in my own spit than to share goodwill Born of Envy, chained by Kindness :Xaelan_My Greed clouds the hearts of even gods, from the mortal coils to the vastness of the cosmos chaining the 'Old Ones to sin. I feel the sickening embrace of her love, and yet I can never have it, for whatever is mine, I must give. To know Charity—that bustard—is the punishment I was accorded Born in Greed, defiled by Charity : ...My Wrath burns the Heavens and fuels the pits of hell, bringing the end to all, as I ride my mount to Herald the storm. -Oops, this is not my stage. Sorry, but worry not my progeny will carry the mantle on my behalf. As they unleash the wrath stocked in their blood. But soon they will learn just how deep my Lord intends to go and that only Patience is the key to his games...hahaha...poor children, if only I could march alongside you in misery. Born to Wrath, burial by Patience :Thaen_My Sloth... uhm mm... well, I am too exhausted to think of a monologue. But Yah, blah blah...something Diligence... All I know is that I am more hard working than all of them combined... that 'guy was truly not fair when dishing them out_ Born to Sloth, death by Diligence :Laen_My Lust fuels the passion of Creation, all beings lost in the throes of my splendor, indulging in desires so dark, and yet I am the purest of them all, abstinence is second nature. I weep for desires unfulfilled and yet Chastity that horrendous bi*** mocks me with laughter. Yet it seems only I suffer this cruelty; others are free in indulgence only I am a slave to virtue_ Born in the flames of Lust, sustained by Chastity :Haelan_My Hatred runs so deep that the abyss is flooded; the rivers of the underworld are mere streams to my Hatred. I hold nothing but hate in my heart and yet 'he wishes I hold onto compassion. In 'his twisted form of madness, 'he has left me with no other choice. I shall let 'it fester until the day I make 'him pay_ Born in the depths of Hate, Compassion my Love and my Death :Raelin_My Despair has seeped into the cracks of existence, corrupting the Light' of the 'Creator. All I feel is the despair and sorrow of all those born and chained in the embrace of 'the sisters' misery.'Unlike them, I search for her, elusive like the wind. I despair for the sight of her, and yet she will always elude me, shunning my pleas_ Born in Despair, mourning for Hope ...I feel the twisted love 'he holds for us all and yet they do not see it, blinded by Sin and Virtue :>Long but necessary:) what is the story about? Simply it's about the interplay of Sin and Virtue with a hint of Madness and Malevolence. Complicatedly, what makes sense may not actually make sense.

Summoning the dragon of the Abyss, Zirkos, was the most destructive choice the arrogant prince Zephyr has made. Forcefully taking over his beloved kingdom, Delphia, the unbeatable creature ruined his whole life in one night. Although it was the result of his own actions, a foolish attempt to prove his powers that turned everything upside down. His pride drowned him. Now, Zephyr must redeem his mistakes and regain the life and land ripped from him, even if it results in endless defeats, deaths and betrayal. He was determined to end the devastation he brought upon everyone and attain the throne. Because this time, failure was no longer an option.

The Aristocracy Dominates the World, While Military Bandits Split the Land. In the North, a young man raises his sword and cracks his whip, riding across the mountains and rivers, determined to carve a path for the common people of the world. I had no intention to hunt the deer, but seeing the suffering of the people, I will fight, and fight until I become unmatched in the Eight Directions! [----------------------------------------------------] Love this translation? Support me on Patreon for early access, exclusive content, and more! Your support keeps the translations coming—subscribe today! Join me on Patreon: Patreon.com/flokixy

Raise a boyfriend? That’s the hand fate dealt Aellavanti. Not power. Not skill. But a boyfriend. She thought, "Fine, as long as he’s useful." But it turns out, he’s as helpful as a chair with no legs. In her first life, she failed to gain power, weighed down by too much pride and too little ability. Now, in her second chance, the world still measures everything by talent, and once again, she’s falling short. But this time, instead of focusing on herself, she’s stuck trying to fix him. What kind of second chance is this?

Four Worlds, Four Heroes, One Mission. Join Lapran, Korrin, Dobram, and Prorid as they adventure out to find the true disturbance of their home world. Will they be able to set aside their differences in order to attain true Peace? Or will they be driven apart because of their cultural upbringings. The four heroes must overcome obstacles that will test patience, pride and also their strengths as well as fight to obtain the one thing that will keep the world's at peace. The statue of Kor bid.

Born into a world where humans are suppressed by supernatural beings, Leo Morningstar loses his father, Colonel Morningstar in the war and abandoned by his mother who ran off with her werewolf lover. Living in an environment where humans are forced to suck up to beasts just to survive infuriated Leo. His prideful attitude lead to his death but also brought about his rebirth with a gift from the abyss. Reborn as the 1st prince of hell and the sin of pride, Leo is dragged into a war of succession amongst the 7 princes of hell, all scattered across the universe and in different realms. He is forced to protect humanity while facing off against the heavens, supernatural beings and his fellow demons. ---- Firstly, I didn't make a mistake. My Mc's share the same last name, Dylan Morningstar from 'They Made me do it' and Leo Morningstar here. They are the 3rd and 1st princess of hell, respectively, born on different earths in different realms. Yes, The 1st, 2nd and 3rd sins are human. They will definitely cross paths and probably kill each other. Pride Wrath Lust I'll start the third book when I can. It will be tough writing all of these books at once, but I'll try my best. Finally, I mistakenly went premium too early in my work 'They Made Me Do It', so I'll make it up to you guys here. Expect at least 70 free chapters here! Thank you for reading! Extra Tags: #Tragedy #Billionaireplayboy #prideful

Sassan Higan awakened his rank at the lowest. Desperate to make ends meet and survive, as well as burning pride to prove his worth, threw away his role as a porter and engaged in combat when his party encountered a dangerous predicament. Abandoned by his party, his life hanging by a thread, stumbled upon a scroll that will soon change his life.

Arian van Elod, rightful heir to the Elodian empire has lost everything. With his honor and pride stripped away, his father, the emperor, exiles him to the very edges of the empire. There, in a desert, far away from any civilization a crumbling beast-academy is located- the last hope for the empire's scum to receive some form of education. Arian has already given up all hope... for the students, as well as for himself, as he tumbles closer and closer to despair. And yet, somewhere in his heart, there is still the whish to regain everything he had lost...

Before the veil was ever known, the world of Eldoria was torn apart by war. The once-united elves fractured into warring kingdoms, their pride and ambition driving them into endless conflict. The dwarves, masters of stone and steel, waged brutal wars beneath the mountains, their clans divided over ancient grudges. The giants, lords of the skies and peaks, clashed in a battle for dominion, while the orcs and trolls fought for survival in the unforgiving swamps and wastelands. For centuries, blood stained the lands as each race sought power, vengeance, and survival. But as the fires of war raged, something far more sinister stirred in the shadows. In the depths of forgotten tombs and cursed lands, the dead began to rise. Their hollow eyes glowed with an eerie light, their voices whispered of a long-lost king—and soon, all of Eldoria would tremble before the return of an ancient darkness.

**In a world where hunters fight monsters to survive, Vlad is the weakest of all — an F-rank hunter barely scraping by to support his family. Mocked, betrayed, and left for dead in a dungeon, he awakens the** **"Celestial Forge System,"** **a limitless power that lets him turn monsters into war machines and wield their abilities as his own.** **From rusty exosuits to star-forging fortresses, Vlad builds an unstoppable mechanical army. With every battle, he evolves — rising from a forgotten weakling to a Cosmic Machine God who bends reality itself. Yet, beneath his overwhelming strength lies a heart that beats for his family, and a budding love for Elaria, an elf princess destined to become a goddess of light.** **As gates to other worlds tear open and eldritch horrors threaten the universe, Vlad ascends beyond mortal limits. With divine wings of metal and a crown of stars, he faces cosmic annihilation with unwavering pride — not as a hunter, but as the sovereign of steel.** **"I am not a savior. I am creation itself. And I shall forge salvation with my own hands."**

After his girlfriend, Kana Fukushima left him, Kazuki's life has been at an all time low. But when he gets transported into a different dimension with his friends, he gets a chance to win back his girlfriend, and save the world while he's at it, too. Kana Fukushima's life has been full of regrets and loneliness. Maybe, it would have been better if she didn't have such a ridiculous loyalty to her duty. However, life gives her a second chance in the form of Kazuki Ito and his friends. Now all the couple has to do is to swallow their pride and admit their feelings to each other, which is easier said than done, and ominous prophecies really don't help their relationship.

In a world where dungeons forge heroes and awakeners rise to power, Taki and Yuta’s friendship defies social boundaries. Taki, a noble-born aristocrat, has wealth and status — but his awakening leaves him weak. Yuta, a commoner, gains overwhelming strength and quickly becomes one of the most powerful awakeners of their generation. As they face the dangers of the dungeons, the imbalance between them grows, and jealousy begins to take root. When a dark secret about the dungeons emerges, their bond is pushed to the brink. In a fight for survival, will their friendship stand strong — or will pride and power tear them apart?

Everything was going according to plan—until my life was turned upside down. I had just graduated from university and was ready to start my career, fulfilling both my goals and those of my parents. But then, disaster struck. —— Creation of the World—a game that grants its user the ability to control a limitless world, with the power to create and destroy anything without restriction. Cassian watched helplessly as Earth was consumed by the world he had built. Unable to intervene, he suddenly found himself in a body that wasn’t his own. Cassian Starhold—the older brother of the world’s greatest hero. —— I was content with my life as a puppet, a slave whose only purpose was to toil away, sacrificing everything for a few worthless scraps of metal. But my enemies couldn’t leave me in peace. They brought war to my doorstep and destroyed everything I had spent my life building. I stood among thousands of their strongest sons, as they listened to the man who had ignited the fire in my life. Towering and imposing, he spoke from atop majestic marble columns, his gray hair blending with the crowd. Thousands of people, all sharing his features, gazed up at him with eyes filled with admiration and ambition. “People are not equal!” he declared, his voice dripping with arrogance. “We are the pinnacle of evolution! There is nothing beyond us! We have risen above piles of inferior blood, leaving massacres in our wake. And now, you are about to inherit this legacy.” He paused, surveying the crowd below with cold pride. “But this power must be earned. It is not granted by birth. Wealth, power, status… these things demand mountains of victims just to catch a glimpse of them.” His arms stretched wide, madness and pride gleaming in his eyes, and the crowd mirrored him, thousands roaring with fervent pride. The sight was terrifying. “You have no idea what your ancestors sacrificed to put you here. But you will learn. And I swear to you, with my pride on the line…” “Only those worthy of us will survive!” "Soon, I will show you why we are called dragons!" What these so-called dragons don’t know… is that a puppet will rise to shatter their illusions. He’s wrong. None of them will survive. ====== Author's Note: As you can see from the tags, the MC will eventually become a villain, but not at the beginning—and not even within the first three arcs. I'll take the time to carefully build his character and develop his transformation in a way that feels natural and logical. His ultimate goal is to return to his original family, so he harbors a deep hatred for the world he’s been pulled into. This novel will explore darker themes like slavery, murder, mind control, and betrayal. However, it will not contain R-18 content, so if that’s what you’re looking for, you might want to reconsider. The MC won’t be OP from the start, nor the smartest, but he will quickly gain experience and grow.

Mahi Shelley and Billel Hall,got to know each other, and eventually fell in love. Their story is reminiscent of Pride and Prejudice. The female protagonist is a strong-willed girl. Her parents worked on a ranch. She met the male protagonist during their childhood, but he soon moved back to the city. Years later, when they met again, the female protagonist had become a lawyer, and the male protagonist was a prosecutor. The story unfolds from there.

Dark events occuring in Sadie's life will cause her skills tree to awaken and sprout with stats as long as she's able to cultivate them properly. #antihero #litrpg #progression ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Deep within the dilapidated Sinclair district of the city, amidst the crumbling remnants of a nameless temple, an intrepid archaeologist delved into its ancient catacombs. He unearthed an otherworldly artifact near one of the sealed coffins—a muddied relic emanating an eldritch aura that stirred unease in his excited heart. Upon peeling the layers, he found it to be a vase crafted from porcelain and jade and identified strange writings on its side. With each careful stroke, more details unraveled. The letters were that of a forgotten tongue, seemingly appertaining to an extinct civilisation, but what was clear is that it was wrought by a master's hands. Then suddenly, the dark of the cave seemed to spread, as the archaeologist attempted to escape the encroaching darkness that seemed to materialize from naught, a desperate fumble caused the artifact to slip from his grasp. The precious vase, steeped in the weight of forgotten wisdom, tumbled through the air, its delicate form shattering upon impact with the jagged rocks. In that fateful moment, a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors and pulsating energies burst forth, dispersing through the atmosphere. as if a rainbow pierced the heavens and rain poured forth on unwitting denizens. The city's population inhaled the strange color particles, their very essence became entwined with the mystical forces unleashed. Thus, a metamorphosis unfolded—a phenomenon that bestowed upon the citizens a tapestry of extraordinary powers, each intricately tied to the primal instincts of the animal kingdom. Some found themselves endowed with awe-inspiring abilities, harnessing the strength of lions or the agility of cheetahs. Yet, amongst the transformed throngs, a young woman named Sadie awoke to a different reality. As the veil of slumber lifted from her weary eyes, Sadie discovered herself transformed into Sloth Girl—a being defined not by raw power, but by an unparalleled languor that seemed to stretch time itself. While others were psyched in their newfound might, Sadie found herself sedated of care, a somnolent haze permeating her every fiber. She had gained the knowledge that when a civilisation collapses, spirits reincarnate in other lifeforms and all had to be redone again. Dreading such a restart from scratch. Her purpose became to slow the frantic pace of a world always rushing headlong towards its own ruin. The weight of her eternal existence and the burden of time's unending flow tested her resolve. She wished to understand the true purpose behind evolution and sought to unravel the mysteries of the relic as a gateway to learn the secrets animating her strange universe. Hoping that one day, she will gain respite from the eternal cycle of chaos and creation.

Ethan Grayson has it all: a multi-billion-dollar company, a penthouse view, and a personality so charming it’s borderline unbearable. But after one too many dinner dates with women who talk more about his stock portfolio than their hobbies, Ethan decides he’s done with high society. His grand plan? Marry a “normal” woman who doesn’t care about his money. Simple, right? Enter Emily Carter, a bookshop employee who thinks a “luxury” is buying two cups of coffee in one day. She’s witty, stubborn, and entirely unimpressed when Ethan waltzes into her shop one afternoon, throwing around compliments like confetti. For Ethan, Emily is everything he’s looking for: genuine, grounded, and refreshingly immune to his usual charm. There’s just one tiny problem. Ethan’s arrogance is the size of his bank account, and Emily has no patience for egotistical billionaires—no matter how good their jawline is. As Ethan awkwardly tries to “woo” Emily in the most unromantic ways possible (think unsolicited business advice and overly generous tips), Emily starts to wonder if this handsome stranger might actually have a heart hidden under all that bravado. But when she discovers his real reason for pursuing her, all bets are off. Will Ethan learn to drop his ego long enough to win Emily’s trust? Or will Emily decide that some books are better left closed?