Nerf Rival

“A world of magic, a mind of machine—one destiny to change them all.” In a world where magic and technology have become intertwined, power is everything. At the age of ten, every child undergoes the Awakening—a moment when their magical abilities are revealed. For Kael, however, the Awakening is different. Instead of the rush of magic that others feel, his body is flooded with a cold, calculating hum—the activation of an AI. But this AI is not just a tool. It is a mentor, holding secrets, mysteries, and perhaps the key to understanding the very world Kael lives in. As Kael grapples with the nature of his connection to this ancient entity, he begins to uncover not only the depth of its knowledge but also the potential within himself. Driven by an insatiable curiosity, Kael dives deeper into the mysteries of both magic and machine. His desire for knowledge becomes a guiding force, but it also leads him into dangerous territories, forcing him to question everything he thought he knew about his world. Kael is not alone in his quest. A rival—someone with knowledge of a past life—emerges, and their paths collide in ways neither could have anticipated. The rival’s motives are unclear, but their rivalry will push Kael to his limits. As Kael grows stronger, his bond with the AI deepens, and the stakes rise. An unseen force threatens everything—something bigger than magic, bigger than technology. A force that neither Kael nor his rival can fully comprehend. Can Kael navigate this perilous world, grow beyond his limits, and rise to a challenge he never expected? The journey will shape him, the AI, and the very fate of their world

Dante was an ageless warlock who had been going from one battle to another for hundreds of years. Following a chaotic encounter with an evil god, Dante unintentionally activates a contract with a demon, thrusting him into the modern world. Resolved to live a peaceful life, his intentions are halted when he finds himself in the middle of a conflict among rival mafia factions—dabbling with the ominous demonic magic that he knows best. _____________________ [WSA 2024 Entry] More artwork on: caracasm.carrd.co

In the city of Avalon, manipulation isn't just an art, it's a war. Lucian Vale, the world's most elusive manipulator, orchestrates a crisis designed to cripple economies and outplay his greatest rival, Ariadne Wolfe. But when Magnus Cain, a master strategist who doesn't play by the rules, steps in, the board is flipped before Lucian even realizes the game has changed. As alliances crumble and global power shifts, the world's greatest minds race to stay one move ahead, and survival means outthinking the ones who see everything.

In the violent underworld of 1969 Japan, a woman known as Pacifist carves her path through blood and chaos. Haunted by a dark past, she moves through the streets with ruthless precision, leaving fear in her wake. As gangs, law enforcement, and shadowy rivals close in, the line between predator and prey blurs. In a city ruled by power and betrayal, survival means embracing the monster within.

After quitting her job as a medical nurse to become a professional artist, Emily was betrayed by her scumbag boyfriend, let down by her company, and died after she was drowned by a jealous rival. Incredibly, she woke up in in her own body, but it was on the day after her school graduation. She was reborn back in time. With the knowledge of the future at her disposal, she embarked on her journey to become the topmost superstar.

In a world where hunters brave deadly dungeons for fortune and glory, Sung-min and his friends are lowly E-rank hunters struggling to survive. When a routine mission goes wrong, they awaken a mysterious power tied to ancient systems, transforming them into something more than ordinary hunters. But as they grow stronger, they uncover a dark conspiracy that threatens their world. With rival hunters, powerful guilds, and demonic forces standing in their way, the group must navigate a dangerous path of betrayal, sacrifice, and self-discovery.

[Multiple Female Protagonists] [Aunt] [Decisive in Action] [Not Foolishly Benevolent] [Awakening] [Superpowers] [Apocalypse] Mu Yan, a reformed gangster, stared at the envelope in his hand and the SSS - rank superpower certificate within, deep in thought. He set out on an apocalyptic journey with his rival's mother, his sister - in - law, and his sworn enemy's stepmother. What's more, a reborn person actually showed up in this world. When all these elements collide...

 “I reject you, Jacqueline! You are not worthy to be my mate and the Luna of this Pack!” Alpha Gabby shouted at me. “But I never did…” I tried, but he stopped me halfway. “One more word from you, and I will have your tongue cut off!” Gabby said angrily. I have been rejected. _ _ _ _ _ _  Gabby and Jacqueline were the sweetest couples of their time. After they met during a one-night stand, they fell in love and eventually became mates. Gabby was an Alpha, making Jacqueline a Luna. But their relationship suffers a collision when Gabby is manipulated by his friends and family. He rejects Jacqueline, but he never falls out of love with her. The same applies to Jacqueline. Jacqueline is tormented after this incident, but she eventually comes across Nathan, a kind Alpha. She finds out she is pregnant with Gabby's child, but Nathan chooses to take care of her and her unborn baby. Eventually, Gabby wants Jacqueline back, but Nathan wants her to stay with him. Both Alphas are ready to be at loggerheads to have Jacqueline. What will be her choice? What will be the aftermath of her choice?

When her business and the gallery she inherited from her mother burn to the ground, Nicolette Voss is determined to rebuild—and get revenge on her father. She turned to her father’s rival, Julius Allens, for an alliance, only to find that his son, Alaric, is now the new CEO. Alaric is willing to help, but on one condition—she must be his wife for a year. They called him Ruthless Alaric after an infamous incident 6 years ago. Alaric is back in town, and so are the crumbs of his past. But he is determined to change everything with a wife. He has his hidden agenda. She needs her revenge. But will this marriage between storm and steel survive the heat? Or will deep secrets beyond their control destroy them both?

"As the world darkens, Elliotte wields the legendary Exilibur on a perilous quest to reclaim the Rings of Light. Facing magical beasts, rival warriors, and the sinister Morvanious, he must confront not only his enemies but also his deepest fears. The final stand for the light has begun—will it be enough?"

Anggoro yang berwajah sangat tampan adalah seorang pemimpin geng gagak yaitu geng mafia yang cukup banyak anggotanya, Anggoro juga sangat terkenal kejam dan sadis terhadap musuh-musuhnya hingga ditakuti olah geng lainya. Anggoro juga tak segan-segan menghabisi satu keluarga dari ketua geng rivalnya itu, tiba-tiba terdengar suara bayi menangis dari dalam kamar, Anggoro juga tidak segan-segan ingin menghabisi bayi tersebut. Karena melihat wajah bayi itu yang sangat lucu dan polos hati Anggoro pun tersentuh, saat Anggoro menarik pelatuk senjata apinya Anggoro tak sanggup melakukannya dan meninggalkannya. Saat dia beranjak pergi Anggoro selalu memikirkan bayi tersebut pada akhirnya Anggoro kembali lagi untuk mengambil dan merawat bayi itu disitulah kehidupan Anggoro berubah.

Killed On The Roof Top On Her Wedding Day By Her Just-Wedded-husband,Jasmine Trevor begged for a second chance at life. As If The Universe Heard Her Plea,Jasmine Trevor Was Reborn To Two Days Before Her Wedding With Jack Raven. This Life,She Vowed To Change Her Fate While Face Slapping Jack And Get A Sweet Revenge. What Would Be The Perfect Face-Slapping Than Getting Married To His Rival?? Jasmine Went Ahead With The Wedding,on the aisle,she took everyone by surprise by introducing a new groom while she had security men throw Jack Out Of The Hall. A Villian Was Made. Getting Married To The Infamous Billionaire Monster Who Was Tagged As The Killer Of His Parents,Jasmine Was In For A Ride She Never Bargained For. Jasmine’s Taste For Revenge Made Her Get Entangled With The Sadistic Billionaire Who Has A Very Dark Past,One That Might Cloud Her….Thrust Into His Endless Abyss Through A Contract Marriage, Jasmine Was Stuck With Kingsley Elm—-Who Saw Her As His Possession. An Asset And His Obsession. “Be Tame,Little Vengeful Wife. You’re Mine Now.”

The Vampire Mary follows Mary, an ordinary girl who is suddenly summoned to a nightmarish world by a cult of vampire wannabes. Trapped in this dark and twisted reality, she accidentally turns someone into a vampire and must now help them grow stronger—all while trying to protect her own family. But in a world filled with horrors that rival even her own reality, survival is just the beginning. It is a Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Isekai, Horror, Action, and Adventure

In Forge of Fate, Kalem, a young blacksmith with a unique gift for forging perfectly balanced weapons, discovers a legendary material that draws the attention of powerful forces across a fractured world. As ancient races like Elves, Dwarves, and Humans vie for control of magical resources and hidden secrets, Kalem finds himself at the center of a brewing conflict. His obsession with rare materials and his newfound discovery could either forge peace or ignite a war. With rival factions closing in, Kalem’s craftsmanship will shape the fate of the world—whether for good or ill.

“Everything is a game, Roberto, and right now, you’re losing.” Bella, for all her beauty and strength, is the one person who could bring him down. He’s built an empire on blood, sweat, and ruthless decisions. Roberto, a ruthless drug lord, at the top of his game, married to Bella, the daughter of a rival mafia family. Their marriage seems to be built on love and power, but when Roberto begins an affair, the balance between their two families starts to crumble. The fight is more than a revenge for infidelity.

A small-time actress, Luna gains the power to read minds, using it to climb the cutthroat entertainment industry. Outsmarting rivals and winning hearts, she battles for fame while hiding her true self. But as secrets unravel, will her ambition secure her place among legends—or destroy her?

Caught between the devil and the deep blue sea, what could possibly go wrong? Everything! This is the story of Ava Harley, a young student on a scholarship in one of the best higher institutions in the country. Off school hours, she worked part-time to take of herself and her little brother after the death of their parents. But an accidental encounter at her workplace marked the beginning of the spiraling events in her life which put her in the path of the heirs of two powerful rival families and their dramas. Live the tale, and tell the story.

Di dunia yang semakin modern, permainan tradisional mulai terlupakan. Namun, di tengah hingar-bingar olahraga populer, ada satu permainan yang kembali mencuri perhatian: Archa-BOi-sebuah permainan strategi, ketangkasan, dan keberanian yang terinspirasi dari boi-boian, berkembang menjadi olahraga kompetitif di tingkat nasional. Jati, seorang siswa yang masuk SMA di Madiun Wengker, awalnya ingin berjuang sebagai Builder dan menjadi MVP ditingkat Nasional. Namun, realitanya klub sekolahnya nyaris dibubarkan karena kekurangan anggota, ia bertekad untuk membangunnya kembali. Berbekal kecerdasan dan insting strateginya sebagai seorang Builder, ia mulai mencari pemain-pemain berbakat untuk bergabung.Namun, perjalanan menuju Merdeka Cup, turnamen Archa-BOi paling bergengsi tingkat SMA di Indonesia, tidaklah mudah. disisi lain, Sahabat-sahabat lamanya semasa SMP telah memilih jalan masing-masing-beberapa bergabung dengan tim-tim besar seperti Jakarta Blades dan Yogyakarta Royals, bahkan Bali Leaks sementara yang lain harus menghadapi kenyataan hidup yang keras.Dengan tim yang dipenuhi pemain baru dan semangat yang nyaris padam, Jati harus membuktikan bahwa Madiun Wengker masih punya taji. Di hadapannya, berdiri rival-rival tangguh, termasuk sahabat masa kecilnya yang kini menjadi lawan di lapangan.Bisakah Jati dan timnya menembus persaingan ketat, menghadapi para pemain terbaik di negeri ini, dan mengembalikan kejayaan Archa-BOi di Madiun?Sebuah perjalanan penuh gairah, persahabatan, dan persaingan dimulai. Ini bukan hanya tentang kemenangan-ini tentang membangun kembali warisan yang hampir punah.

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?

Keith Rovan, a crazy guy who got transmigrated inside a novel as an extra named Eric Jonas. In the novel, Eric was a child who never received any kind of love or affection from his family because of that, the struggle he had to face are numerous. However, the silent endurance of his hardship, slowly leads him to the edge of suicide as an escape from the cruel world. Who wants to live and die like that character, especially Keith who had an polar opposite character of weak Eric. So eventually, he decides to change the original plot. Not by acting as an angel, instead a devil who lives for his own desires without concerning anything. He never hesitates to dominate over others or eliminate the ones that dare to cross his path. However, his path dramatically leads him towards the future ultimate villain, Abaddon Mir. They are born enemies because of their families, rivals in name, but what crazier is… with time, the rivals are turning into toxic lovers.

Selamat datang di KUMPULAN CERPEN, perpaduan karya-karya terpilih dari berbagai event sastra yang saya ikuti. Buku ini merupakan hasil kerja sama dengan beberapa penerbit terkemuka dan saya sudah mendapat izin untuk mempulikasikannya secara Online. Saya berharap karya-karya ini dapat menghibur, menginspirasi, dan memperkaya dengan berbagai imajinasi. Alasan mempublikasikan secara online, karena sayang jika hanya tersimpan dan berdebu di dalam rak atau di simpan di dalam sebuah kardus dan di makan oleh rayap. Jadi, saya memutuskan untuk mempublikasikannya di secara online agar banyak yang membaca dan semakin terlatih juga diri saya dalam merangkai kata. Cerita yang di bawakan beragam, ada tentang cinta, persahabatan, keluarga, teman, rival dan petualangan. Cerita-ceirita ini juga tentu akan saya revisi agar ceritanya lebih menarik.

Luna Bloome (Silver Moon) and Night Shadow (Dan Wolfe) are destined for each other but the stakes have never been higher. Their love is what prevents two bitter rival packs from destroying themselves in all-out war but will it be enough when humans decide werewolves are the enemy and seek every possible means to exterminate them? Will their love shine forth amidst the darkness of mystery? Will it triumph over the evils of deceit? And will it withstand the chaos of impending doom?

Ethan Carter was a failed fantasy author who died overworked and bitter. When he wakes up in the world of his own unfinished novel, he finds himself reborn as Darius Wycliffe, a weak and arrogant noble fated to be killed by the protagonist, Lucien Ashford, the Archmage’s Disciple. But Ethan refuses to die so easily. Armed with his knowledge of the world’s secrets and a unique ability to rewrite spells, he dives into the forbidden magic he once created but never fully explored. As he grows stronger, he uncovers terrifying truths about the world he thought he knew. To survive, Ethan must defy destiny, master the deadliest of magics, and challenge the very hero he once wrote to be unbeatable. But what happens when the lines between hero and villain start to blur?

In a world of darkness and betrayal, Claudine, a captivating human girl, is torn between her adoptive werewolf family and two rival alphas, Denzel and Reid. As she battles the torment of her family and the seductive power of the corrupt alpha, Claudine must make a fateful choice: loyalty or love, family or destiny. Will she find the strength to forge her own path, or will she be consumed by the shadows that surround her?

Reincarnation: When an Otaku Gets Reincarnated follows Sora, an otaku reborn as Lorien in a fantasy world. Unlike typical overpowered protagonists, he has no special abilities—just determination and struggle. With rivals pushing him to his limits, he must carve his own path to greatness.

Stella Parker, an ambitious businesswoman at the peak of her career at the age of 25 was determined to make a name for herself while refusing to accept any form of defeat... she wanted to be the absolute best in everything, especially when it came to the greedy world of 'business'. Her outspoken personality and sassy character no doubt earned her a measure of fame amid rivals in the industry. But when it came to the famous Los Angeles-based hot and devilishly charming CEO, Ethan Woods, he understood the true meaning of persuasion by force... to seize one's own power. Because of his aggressive behavior and obstinate demeanor, he was indeed quite popular among those in the business circle. With these two dominating personalities going head to head, one despising woman and the other rejecting the mere thought of falling in love, what will be the outcome of their story? Will they be able to continue as sworn rivals, battling fierce competition at every corner? Or will they hopelessly surrender to the desires of the heart? Follow the exciting journey of a contract among two CEOS in... "LOVE or VENGENCE."

【The Ultimate Special Forces Book】The Strongest Soldier King, casting a tiger's gaze over all rivals, fought for the country, and drew his sword for the people. He would rather die standing than live kneeling, without regrets or complaints! This is a man's book! This is a story of fiery blood!

Once a ruthless dictator, Zhao Min dies betrayed—only to awaken in a world ruled by sects and cultivators. Stripped of power but not his mind, he refuses to bow. Granted a system that rewards leadership, he builds his own sect—not with brute strength, but with strategy, manipulation, and control. But rival factions want him crushed, powerful cultivators dismiss him, and old enemies lurk in the shadows. They think him weak. They are wrong. Zhao Min will rise again—not as a mere cultivator, but as a ruler. And this time, he will not be betrayed.

When Livia Conti's mafia boss father is assassinated, her world explodes into a maelstrom of treachery and vengeance. Protected by the enigmatic ex-CIA agent Ethan, she navigates a dangerous web of rival families and forbidden passions. A romance with Leo, leader of the Marino family, complicates her quest for justice, but the truth is a deadly weapon. As the mysterious Unifier manipulates events from the shadows, Livia must confront betrayal, uncover devastating secrets, and choose between love, loyalty, and the ruthless pursuit of power.