Ace Combat Shattered Skies

Loose cultivator Shi Lang gradually found himself in the realm of invincibility. However, when he finally tried to ascend to the higher realm, the spirit of the world was nearly exhausted. So, between his ascension to a new world or the well-being of his home, he chose the latter and sacrificed his life to save the world. Nobody knew what he gave up for the world, and he told no one. Although his sacrifice had gone unsung, there was still someone who witnessed everything. A treasured artifact he carried on his body preserved his soul and let it escape a tragic end. Eons passed. The human race stepped out from the age of cultivation into an age of stellar conquest. The spirit energy in the world was now scarce, but humans found other means to excel. In this highly-advanced time, Shi Lang's soul has found a chance to be reborn. What happens when an ancient cultivator that neared the level of a deity before his first death gets a second chance at life in the space age? ... Cover Credits: ropreker#8513(discord) Fonts and Final editing credits: Not gonna tell y'all. XD

Noah was born into a world that had already turned its back on him. Orphaned at a young age and left to fend for himself, he grew up in the shadows of a society that had no place for the weak. Scarred by tragedy and hardened by survival, Noah learned to endure through sheer willpower, even when the odds were stacked against him. But just when he thought he had escaped the worst, fate dealt him a final, cruel hand. After a desperate struggle for survival, Noah’s life takes an unexpected turn—one that leads to his rebirth in a world far beyond his imagination. Awakening as a demonic snake, he finds himself in a form that is pitifully weak. In this harsh and unforgiving world, survival is a daily battle, and every moment is a fight against the odds. Stripped of his humanity and thrust into a body that offers no reprieve, Noah must rely on his unyielding will to endure. But one thing remains unchanged: Noah’s refusal to let fate dictate his path. In this new life, he will fight to survive, no matter how impossible the struggle may seem.

Alice, a healer in the Mecha Academy, was like Cinderella. She met Ethan, a president and a war hero. They got to know each other well. However, misunderstandings and others' schemes separated them. Alice came back as a strong woman. Ethan then started to pursue her desperately. Finally, they overcame all difficulties and solved the mysteries together.

[Hottest Blood-Boiling Thriller] The Divine Level Expert from the apocalypse is reborn in the city. He intended to live a low-key, restrained life, but women broke off engagements with him, his family abandoned him, and everyone looked down on him… "I was low-key, but you forced me to be arrogant. Since it's come to this, then let Heaven be in awe, let the earth tremble, let the whole world go crazy because of me!" —Ye Tianchen.

The world had been in chaos for over three hundred years. In the Central Plains, singing and dancing never ceased, foreign tribes sharpened their weapons and fed their horses, Sword Immortals roamed the Martial World, and famed generals quelled unrest in all directions. Five years before the great upheaval, the young Pharmacist Li Guanyi committed murder on a rainy night. At last, he opened his eyes and saw this chaotic human world. Underneath the hooves of horses lay piles of bleached bones – famed generals, beauties, the Martial World, Divine Weapons, commoners, Dharma Forms. Since ancient times, only white bones and yellow sand remained on the fields! Confucian Scholars, crushed beneath iron hooves; Buddhas, swept away by long spears! "I, Daoist Li Guanyi, invite this world to its death!"

In the shadowed depths of Kyouten, a city divided by power and secrets, Hime operates as Venus, an enigmatic broker of forbidden knowledge. Her brilliance lies in her anonymity, her strength in the impenetrable walls she’s built. But when a calculated move brings her into the orbit of Kazuki, the cold and commanding leader of the Kagezan syndicate, those walls begin to crack. Kazuki is a man who thrives on control, ruling his underworld empire with precision and ruthlessness. Yet Hime’s defiance, her sharp wit, and the dangerous allure of her secrets ignite something within him—an obsession that blurs the line between protector and predator. As shadows close in, Hime finds herself hunted by the relentless Venus Hunters and entangled in Kazuki’s growing fixation. Forced into a precarious alliance, the two must navigate a world where every move is a gamble and trust is a luxury neither can afford. But behind Hime’s shattered mask lies a truth more dangerous than any enemy, a secret that could change the balance of power in Kyouten forever. When facades crumble and desires collide, who will emerge unscathed from the chaos?

I turned my assassin into my maid with the power of money! Money is all-powerful! It was a world full of swords and magic; Lawrend was the son of the wealthiest merchant in town. Since the age of 7, he had been having dreams. A dream about a past life in a modern civilization where monsters are nonexistent, and humans dominate the world. Lawrend saw Iron birds, Magical bricks that display moving paintings, Thunder wielding, and many more. There was a scene in one of the dreams that made Lawrend’s heart beat fast. A row of a dozen maids bowing in front of him. Each dressed in a french maid outfit. Something awakened inside Lawrend when he had that dream. A fervent desire to have his very own Maid Harem! NOTE: READ THE AUXILIARY CHAPTER FIRST Chapter 69 is the first smut chapter. UPDATE December 2, 2021: I have provided a summary for Chapters 1 - 37 as I'm starting to rewrite them. It can be found in the Auxiliary Volume. Please give this novel another chance. I want to redeem myself as an author. UPDATE January 19, 2022: I already wrote the sequel for this novel called, "Lewd Cultivation System". The connection will be mentioned in the future, but for now, the connection isn't obvious. It can be read without prior knowledge about Combat Maid Harem. UPDATE February 11, 2022: For reasons I do not know, this book got nominated for WSA 2021, which is a huge success for this book. Basically, it means that this book is good enough but not good enough to get the gold, silver, or bronze places. UPDATE October 3, 2023: I've decided to pause this novel. I will end it when I have the time. For now, I'll go resume "Lewd Cultivation System" UPDATE January 1, 2025: This novel is now going to end soon in about 20-30 chapters. After this, I will also do the same to "Lewd Cultivation System". ===== Chapter Length: 1000 words ADDITIONAL NOTE: PLEASE READ TILL CHAPTER 40+ BEFORE DECIDING ON ANYTHING. I'M SURE YOU WON'T REGRET IT

A deadly, high-ranking assassin, forced to live as an ordinary student, enrolls at a prestigious university and crosses paths with the "Four Kings," the academy's most popular and untouchable group. As their worlds collide, tensions ignite, and the question arises: will the predator become the prey, or will the kings fall to her hidden power?

Akash, a boy shunned by his village, seeks to gain admiration and reunite with his friends by proving his worth in the war-torn sands of Reem. His fight for respect and connection propels him through trials that test his resolve, courage, and the depths of his humanity. Daenys never wished to lead, but destiny had other plans. Thrust into prominence amidst a feud between the kingdom of Astad and the kingdom of Estil, she must navigate the treacherous waters of politics and power. Her journey is one of reluctant acceptance, as she transforms into the leader her people desperately need. Mirak is driven by an insatiable desire to understand the magic that shapes their world. His quest leads him into the clutches of an empire, where he becomes enslaved as a Publici. Determined to break free, he must master the very magic that binds him, turning his chains into sources of strength and liberation. Unbeknownst to them, hungering gods pick at the carcass of a dying world—a time when the Infinite Arcana was whole, unbroken into Essences, and humanity remained in the dark. For over one hundred centuries, the Ninth Age of Stagnation has reigned, bringing war, strife, and the suffocation of knowledge. In a world teetering on the edge, will these unlikely contenders rise to become heroes, or will the malicious powers that haunt their steps consume them entirely?

Fate weaves its tapestry in shadows and light, guiding our steps through the dance of destiny. "Ace of Fate" is an action, romance, and fantasy novel that follows Felix and Miku Yotsuba, both of whom struggle to comprehend human emotions. Miku is a cold-hearted woman, while Felix is a childish man, and both have lost someone dear to them. Felix is a solitary man living away from society. When he meets Miku, his life begins to change dramatically. As their relationship develops, both characters slowly discover and explore human emotions. The story unfolds, taking readers on a journey of self-discovery, redemption, and the unpredictable nature of fate. With its compelling blend of intrigue and personal struggle, the novel boasts rich lore and plenty of action. In the world they inhabit, people possess a unique energy in their soul called Zor energy, which is not elemental magic but a completely new power system.

Years before the story begins, the kingdom of Aeloria was a land of prosperity, protected by the Crown of Eternis—a magical artifact that channeled the power of the elements. However, during the War of Shadows, the Crown was shattered into seven shards by the traitorous Prince Malachar, who sought to claim its power for himself. The royal family was betrayed and slaughtered, and the kingdom fell into chaos. The shards were scattered across the land, and the Crown's magic faded, leaving Aeloria vulnerable to dark forces.

Zina gave everything—her heart, her trust, and two years of her life—to the mate who betrayed her. Pregnant and shattered, she cast him out of her life, vowing never to let him hurt her again. Years later, Zina has rebuilt herself, rising as a respected doctor in her pack. But her quiet life unravels when she discovers a hidden power within her—one that marks her as more than just an ordinary wolf. Just as she begins to embrace her new identity, Xaden, the mate who broke her, returns—begging for forgiveness and a second chance. To make matters worse, Zina finds herself fated to not one but two mates, pulling her into a dangerous web of love, deceit, and power struggles. With old wounds reopening and new threats emerging, Zina must decide whether to risk her heart again—or protect herself and the child she swore to keep safe.

The most eclectic epic ever inspired! With the whole globe snowed over, humans are no longer on top of the ladder. Violent aliens have forced humanity into various locations of hiding, and an evil ancient clan reveals itself. Taking control of sanctuaries all over Earth as Mafia Bosses, Dictators, Conquerors, and other forms of leadership, in an attempt to prove which is the strongest amongst them. After being in hiding for three years, humans have begun to acquire "abilities" just from slaying one of these aliens. Shortly after leaving their sanctuary/apocalypse training academy, two old friends, Katsu and Saku, are matched together not only as an academic team, but chosen by the last surviving "Creator of Humanity". Each one is 'blessed' as the vessels for the universe's contemporary forces and use their unique abilities to achieve their own (secretly combative) goals. Accompanying them is a female descendant of the greatest 'unknown' Scandinavian sword fighter. After being revealed to about her destined lineage, and the lost "mythical" history of her highly respected grandmother from the Viking/Valkyrie Age, Shelly is determined to retrieve all of her slain grandmother's stolen weapons from a both physically and magically gifted covenant of witches. If you have a beloved purpose you can't live without, do you truly have any freedom? If you have complete freedom to do or say whatever you desire, do you truly have any purpose worth caring about? [All art is not done by AI but by my good friend Amon-kun] ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~~ ~~~~ WARNING/DISCLAIMER: This series spotlights coincidental parallels between various religious scriptures, and scientific theories but is in no way discrediting or belittling the beliefs of others whether that be Creationist or Evolutionist. The views, ideas, and conversations between characters aren't in any way meant to change anyone's beliefs. The conscious use of certain psychological elements from theistic ideology and out of context holy verses is only to support this fictional plot and it's characters. As well as aid the reader as to how one could theoreticize or philosophicize the plot. Instead of using various conflicting ideologies to shame or undermine those who believe, the intention is for deeper thinking and uniting those who believe peace and tranquility between humanity is most important above all.

-------------- Ares Halvard Constantine: "Just two words: You are mine, and my mate." * Valeska Steel was killed. Ares Halvard, who had imprinted and made Valeska his mate, did not want their love to end tragically by death; he desperately defied fate and took Valeska's corpse across to the Netherworld, using the Forbidden Grimoire portal. As compensation, he left Valeska's soul adrift, thrown into the transmigration world, and reincarnated in the body of Vienna Beaumont. * Ares emphasizes his words in a husky, absolute voice. "Every man who dares touched you, so I cut off those arms. What's so hard to understand?" Valeska's life would never be the same again. -------

What would you do if you were framed for crimes that you did not commit? And if I told you, you were framed by the very people you spent your life protecting? Would you feel anger? Hatred? Have a strong desire for revenge? This is the situation Luthor Dawn found himself in. Hunted by his own kind he now lives in a remote forest, alone with no purpose in life other then dying in peace. But soon he will have an encounter that sets him on a path he never could have imagined himself taking. Hello! Author here! I would like to thank all of you who decided to try this novel! This is my first work so please don't hold anything back when you rate the series!

In a world where kingdoms rise and fall like the tides, a crown prince is betrayed and assassinated, his soul cast adrift in the void between life and death. Awakening many years later in a land torn by chaos, he finds himself reborn with fragmented memories and a mysterious power—a gift from his soul’s journey through the unknown. As he begins to rebuild his life, he discovers that the world he once knew is now a shadow of its former self. Monsters roam the land, magic is both a blessing and a curse, and the boundaries between dimensions are beginning to fray. With each step, he uncovers more about his forgotten past and the divine purpose that binds him to the fate of seven realms. Guided by his intellect and the knowledge gleaned from his soul’s journey, he rises from a humble outcast to a formidable leader. But his path is fraught with danger, betrayal, and the weight of his own growing power. Along the way, he is joined by seven extraordinary companions, each representing a different aspect of the world’s fractured beauty. Together, they must navigate a treacherous landscape of political intrigue, ancient secrets, and the looming threat of a dimensional collapse. ---- It is the story of a man who must confront his past, embrace his destiny, and decide whether he will save the world—or watch it burn.

After Riven Vales death due to an unfortunate accident but he was transported into his Favorite book series and was forced into the body of an unimportant character who had the bloodline of 3 major entities, each one of these entities hated each other so he must use all his ability seperarlty or else he risks his body imploding, all while he trys to not change mayjor events in the story. A/N I will be uploading this on Royal Roads as well. under the name Rai Tatsuya Arashi

Michael Conner is a haunted teenager who basically feels that the world weighs upon him, and every step he makes is drawing him deeper into its cruel clutches. After five years of escaping, fate drags him back for the funeral of his ex-best friend's grandfather-a moment he had dreadfully awaited. What begins as a reluctant return turns out to be a nightmarish journey. In the attic, full of dust, he finds a concealed journal, and the dark secrets it holds unfold a terrifying truth: the grandfather had made a malevolent bargain, trading in his family's souls to some ancient, evil being. Having realized that the town he once knew is steeped in darkness, Michael must swallow his pride and team up with Jake, his former best friend turned bitter enemy. As they grapple with old wounds and simmering resentment, their shared mission forces them to confront both their haunting past and the chilling present that threatens everything they hold dear. Together, they step into the darkness that has consumed their hometown, where every new turn reveals more secrets-secrets that threaten their view of reality and promise to tear asunder the very fibers of their life. With danger looming large over them, tensions rising, Michael and Jake must race against time to try and break the chain of their families that is cursed, binding them into this malevolent force. Will they find a way to redeem themselves and save those they love, or will the darkness claim them forever? Prepare for a gripping tale of friendship, betrayal, and the fight for redemption in the face of unimaginable evil.

Kairos Veyra, a disgraced prince turned slave gladiator, discovers a shattered celestial artifact embedded in his chest after surviving a battle meant to kill him. The Veil of Eternity, a relic that once allowed gods to manipulate time and space, grants him fractured powers—but each use corrupts his body and mind. To reclaim his throne and unravel the conspiracy that destroyed his kingdom, Kai must navigate a world of warring sky-islands, divine betrayals, and a bond with the Veil’s enigmatic creator, a banished goddess who whispers promises of power… and annihilation.

In a forgotten corner of the cosmos, humanity clings to survival in The Cradle—a dying solar system that was never meant to be a home, but a prison. Kael Veyra, a jaded linguist enslaved by a tyrannical megacorp, deciphers an ancient relic etched with Glyph-Script, a language that bends reality… and awakens whispers of dead gods in his mind. As the Cradle collapses into a black hole, Kael discovers his translations are not just keys to power—they are a countdown to annihilation. Warring cults, gene-scarred rebels, and rogue AI hunters vie to control him, each claiming he is the linchpin of salvation. But the Glyphs are alive, hungering to resurrect their creators: the Syndicate, merciless architects who abandoned humanity eons ago. To survive, Kael must decide whether to wield the language of gods or destroy it. But every word has a price, and the Syndicate’s dreadnoughts are stirring in the void. What if silence is the only truth left?

Akashi Kei, A basketball enthusiast but had no talent discovers that he is in a court playing volleyball with people that he doesn't know. Come and uncover Akashi's adventures as he does and unearth this new world. "Wait Karasuno? Shiratorizawa? Aoba Johsai?...... Is it possible that I am in Haikyuu right now?"

In a universe where celestial realms and cosmic chaos collide, a once-imprisoned primordial angel banished for eternity finds her fate irrevocably altered when Asura breaks the seal banishing her from her original world. Both of them representing beings who are not tolerated by their respective worlds — beings who shouldn't exist, their fate intertwines, leading them on a mystical adventure. What truths will they uncover about the angel's original world and how will it tie to Earth where Asura comes from? Be the witness of this majestic adventure - the adventure which will become a Legend of The Shattered Crown. Welcome to the Abyssal Realm—lands ruled by gods and mystic beings, overflowing with mystical energy, making all impossibilities possible. Stay tuned, wanderer!

Alexander's pain in life was never substantial. That was until that fateful day of reckoning turned him into a conduit for something cunning, treacherous and ruthless. His life was now fraught with danger, deception, and the Arcane. Discover the secrets of Arcadia alongside Alexander Cole for a journey you won't soon forget.

Dark, Fantasy. progressive ML For him, she was his world. or that's what he thought until someone else joined the picture.

A once in a millennium event is currently being anticipated by all the people of Vesmir. They are outside of their own homes waiting for a special phenomen to happen. They gaze above the skies and saw the one of the two moons of their planet, slowly covered the sun. Suddenly the azure colored sky of Vesmir was hastily change its color into a dark crimson. When the sky of Vesmir became dark crimson, the people of Vesmir was amazed by the phenomenon they are seeing. After a while million of stars twinkle around the moon, slowly turning the dark crimson sky to its original azure color. Among those millions stars there were less than 0.0001.% star that shines brightly compared to the other stars. However, if you look closely as if the dark crimson sky was fighting the million of stars they get a stalemate. People then saw the second moon covered the sun. Suddenly the whole world was casted by shadow and darkness. All of the people of Vesmir suddenly felt feer and safe at the same time. Then after a while the sky returned to its original azure color because it was still in the afternoon. There is no million of stars. There is no dark crimson sky. In a old hut at the top of the mountain, an oldman with a white clothes. The oldman looks like a benevolent and you can see a white aura flickering on and off out of his body. He witness all this phenomenon at the hut's window. The catastrophe that was delayed are happening.The seal of the world are slowly weakening. That race will find this world. No, they already find it. The sacrifice that they made to hide this world from them this is lonely weakening. Alas it would still happen. Are all those sacrifice they did, are for these generation to face?" He asked weakly. No one answered. The oldman looks at his body. He saw his body was very slowly turning into dust. "I do not have much time. I need to inform the guardians of all the races about the impending storm that is coming. They need to focus to armed the new generation especially the Chosen Ones. They would be the the sword that would purge the chaos and shield that would protect it's people of this world from the chatastrophe that would happen. Those who have been sealed cannot do anything, the only solution is to train those new generation." Looking at the window, as he gaves at the sun. "The structure of the universe is gonna completely change in this era. Can this world survive?" The old man did not include the shadow in his premonitions and just bypass it. The old man stands weakly, get his walking stick then go wherever he plans to do. *** Argus Orpheus an orphan who survive from a Gate break. He lives for 10 years alone. "Argus Orpheus, Unique Class Awakener, Type: Summoner." A class that is said to be average by many. Argus was also walking a path of summoner no one has succeeded thus far. Argus awakened a power that was no being should possess. As he begins his journey, Argus slowly uncovers the truth of this mysteries about himself. Watch as Argus embarked his chaotic journey.