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Ron Leibman Archer

The Iron Falcon

In the heart of Central Asia, where empires rise and fall like the shifting sands, a warrior emerges who will shape history with his sword, his strategy, and his unwavering faith. Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni—a name that would echo across centuries as both a conqueror and a patron of culture—sets out on a relentless campaign to expand his empire, challenge the mightiest rulers, and carve his place among history’s greatest kings. Mahmud, the eldest son of Sabuktigin, inherits not just his father’s kingdom but also his unyielding ambition. Born into the rugged lands of Ghazni, he learns early that power is not given; it is seized through blood, battle, and sheer will. But with great power comes great enemies—both within his court and beyond the frontiers of his realm. The story of The Iron Falcon is one of war, betrayal, loyalty, and a vision greater than one man’s thirst for conquest. The Rise of a Conqueror From the moment Mahmud ascends the throne, he faces opposition from his own family. His brother, Ismail, backed by courtly conspirators, attempts to claim the crown, igniting a bitter power struggle. But Mahmud is no ordinary ruler—his mind is as sharp as his sword. Through clever alliances and ruthless military tactics, he secures his place as the unchallenged Sultan of the Ghaznavid Empire. Yet, this victory is merely the beginning. Determined to extend his dominion, Mahmud sets his eyes on the rich lands of India, where the Hindu Shahi kings rule with immense wealth and influence. His ambition is not just territorial; he believes he has a divine mission—to spread the glory of his empire, establish Islamic governance, and secure untold treasures to strengthen his rule. The Battles That Shaped an Empire With his most trusted general, Malik Ayaz, at his side, Mahmud launches a series of daring military campaigns. His army, a formidable force of cavalry, archers, and fearless warriors, storms the strongholds of Northern India, clashing with the legendary Raja Jayapala in the Battle of Peshawar (1001 AD). The fierce resistance of the Hindu Shahi kings tests Mahmud’s strength, but his brilliant tactics and relentless pursuit of victory prove overwhelming. Yet, conquest is never simple. As Mahmud advances deeper into the subcontinent, he encounters the resilience of Raja Anandapala, who unites rival kings in a desperate bid to repel the Ghaznavid forces. The ensuing battles are fierce, with betrayals, shifting alliances, and moments of brutal warfare that define the era. Through it all, Mahmud remains steadfast—an iron falcon soaring above the battlefield, always striking with precision and power. Betrayal, Glory, and the Clash of Civilizations While Mahmud’s sword carves empires, his mind thirsts for knowledge. Unlike mere warlords, he is a patron of scholars, poets, and architects. He invites the brilliant Al-Biruni, a polymath whose wisdom transcends borders, to document the vast lands and cultures Mahmud encounters. The Persian poet Firdawsi, author of the Shahnameh, also graces his court, though their relationship takes a dark turn when Mahmud, consumed by his ambitions, fails to appreciate the poet’s genius. But amidst the grandeur of conquest and culture, danger lurks within Mahmud’s own court. His trusted advisors whisper of betrayals, his allies waver, and the political games of viziers and rival warlords threaten to destabilize his empire. Even those closest to him—loyal generals and royal confidants—begin to question the weight of his relentless campaigns. One of the most defining moments of Mahmud’s reign comes with the legendary attack on Somnath (1025 AD). The opulent temple, known for its immense wealth and religious significance, becomes the ultimate prize. To some, Mahmud is a liberator; to others, he is a plunderer. The battle for Somnath becomes not just a military conquest but a clash of civilizations, where faith, power, and destiny collide. The Legacy of the Iron Falcon
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The Academy’s No Named Nobody

There has always been a war between good and evil. Trinity Academy is at the forefront of this war, it was the key for the future of humanity. A major trigger point on 06/27/3126 YDB will begin the apocalypse as the academy for developing the new generation of heroes falls from the forces of darkness. To avoid such a calamity those trying to start the apocalypse must be stopped before they can complete their mission. The gods picked their champions to purge the plague of evil out of the academy and save the world. Except every time that date rolled around, the heroes failed. Every reset and reattempt, they failed. Nine times already. The gods now only had one last chance to reset everything. A pair of young twin goddesses out of desperation began to look outside the box for some hope of changing this dark fate. They thought that perhaps someone who never originally meant to go to Trinity Academy could be brought in to change things for the better. Someone with a different view, someone with a little experience with hero work prior to entering the school. Enter Archer Griffen, residing on the opposite side of the world he was one of the few who were directly taught by the heroes of the old generation. A hero in training through and through, albeit a peculiar one. The mad dog, the sloth, the sleuth, the tick, the nightmare, the liar, the knight, are just a few of the nicknames Archer has had fortune or perhaps misfortune of earning from his peers. The twin goddesses decide that maybe a person like him could avoid the calamity. He was never supposed to be here, and his entrance does change things, though perhaps not necessarily for the better. But who knows what damage this unexpected no-named outlier could cause to Trinity Academy. Can the boy who avoided death avoid destruction for all? Only time will tell.
TheCaptainBill · 16.7K Views

Divine Clone Path: Each One Carries My Will

In a world where cultivation reigns supreme and fate is dictated by the heavens, power is the only law. Every cultivator walks a single Dao, shackled by destiny and watched by the Heavens. But on a battlefield drenched in blood, Shen Yue falls… and someone else awakens in his body. A soul from another world takes his place—unseen by the Heavens, free from fate’s chains. Heaven can no longer watch him, and if it dares to fight him… Heaven will lose. Bestowed with the Divine Clone System, he walks a cultivation path never seen before. Each clone he creates chooses a different Dao—Sword, Alchemy, Refinement, Archery, and more. Every clone carries his will, fights his battles, and walks his path. The world sees a new generation of legends rising: the Sword God, the Divine Archer, the Refinement Saint, the Alchemy Master... but they are all him. While others master one Dao, he controls many. While others serve fate, he rewrites destiny. His mind is a battlefield, and the martial world is his board. He is a Dao Breaker, a destiny shatterer, a Heaven-defying strategist. With multiple identities, overpowered clones, and one soul in many bodies, he manipulates the martial world and even the Nine Heavens themselves. This is not just reincarnation. This is domination. --- Spoiler – No Trophy Harem: This is not a 20-girl trophy harem. Shen Yue will have at most 4–5 meaningful partners, each with depth and personal growth. One will become his main wife, standing by him through life and death. Every love interest will play a real role in the plot—not just background decoration. tags #Cultivation #EasternFantasy #Reincarnation #System #CloneSystem #OverpoweredProtagonist #StrategicMC #DaoMastery #MultipleIdentities #OneSoulManyPaths #HeavenDefying #UniqueCultivationMethod #HiddenPower #ImmortalPath #PowerProgression #FateControl #SecondChance #AncientInheritance #MultipleRealms #DivineCloneSystem #MeaningfulRomance #SlowBurnRomance #StrongFemaleLead #LoyalPartners #RomanticSubplot #R18 (optional) #MentalStrength #SchemingMC #PsychologicalWarfare #Multiverse #CloneConflict #SecretIdentity #WorldManipulation #AlchemyMaster #SwordGod #HiddenWorldSecrets #RealmBreakingMC #NoTrophyHarem #LawsAndDaos #HeavenRealm #NineHeavens #DeepWorldBuilding
Lord_Adinant · 35.4K Views
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