Desperate Measure

His name was 25. On Avalis, he was just one of many tasked with fulfilling missions for Earth’s people. This time, he was given a simple one—live as Zeno Han and have an ordinary life. Easy. Or so he thought. The moment he took over Zeno’s body, someone shoved a script into his hands. “You’ll be perfect for this role!” And just like that, he was on set. [Fame Meter: Unable to Measure. Off the charts.] Doctor? Check. Pilot? Check. Eunuch? …Regrettably, check. Every script forces him to relive past missions, and somehow, he’s nailing every performance. Now, the industry wants to make him a star, but can he still complete his mission? Or will fame—and the terrifying unknown of failure—be his final curtain call?

Tian Shen, an ordinary boy reborn in a cultivation world after a fatal accident, expects the classic tale of acquiring incredible powers. However ... [source of knowledge activated] [Identity: the origin of darkness/nothingness-the origin of knowledge-one of the three true omnipotent beings] [Ability: Reality Manipulation - Dimensional Manipulation - Immortality - Soul Manipulation - Telekinesis - Telepathy -Teleport- Annihilation - Life and Death Manipulation - infinite Speed ​​- Time Travel - Omniscient - Dream Into Reality - Fate Manipulation - Time Manipulation - Space Manipulation - Creation of concept - Annihilation of the concept - infinite persistence - omnipresent - Limitless energy - ] [Notice your strength cannot be measured by cultivation] how can he have a journey to reaching the peak of power when he is already beyond the peak? Well then, it's better to find a wife than not to be alone at least! ~ Discord : https://discord.gg/HWttWX9N

Azel woke up in a crypt with no memory of who or even what he is. When he encounters a rather unfriendly duo he discovers that his true nature is that of a ticking time bomb. Desperate to maintain his humanity, Azel agrees to accompany the two to a civilisation that actively despises his nature. And it certainly doesn't help when he finds himself in the middle of a power struggle between individuals he can't even fathom.

Amon, a college student trapped on campus when the zombie apocalypse erupts, must fight for survival alongside a ragtag group of friends. As they navigate the infested halls and desperate survivors, they'll forge unbreakable bonds and discover the true meaning of friendship. But in this brutal new world, trust is a fragile commodity, and Amon will soon learn that betrayal can be just as deadly as the undead.

In a dystopian future, humanity is no longer measured by potential but by profitability. Every person is a commodity, their worth dictated by a Stock Value Index (SVI)—a number derived from genetic profiling, productivity assessments, and behavioral analytics. The Human Stock Market determines everything: careers, relationships, even who is allowed to exist. A powerful Board of Directors governs this system, ensuring that each individual maximizes their returns for society’s elite investors. The wealthy high-value stocks enjoy unlimited freedom, while the low-value underclass is strictly managed to prevent waste. But a radical activist group, The Nullifiers, sees this for what it truly is—enslavement. In a final, desperate act, they launch an unprecedented cyberattack, permanently severing 90% of the population from the market. The system collapses overnight. No numbers. No control. No order. What was once a meticulously structured society crumbles into chaos. Without the centralized infrastructure that governed every aspect of life, cities decay, economies collapse, and people turn on one another. Now, in a world where survival replaces status, former elites and outcasts alike must learn to navigate a brutal new existence—one where humanity itself is the only currency left.

"Uncover the secrets of the past, unleash the danger of the present." Bound by fate and Jack’s desperate need for freedom, Noel is thrust into a world of secrets, deception, and danger and powers. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she discovers that Spectra is more than just an organization-a group that transcends usual circumstances. As they join forces to uncover the truth, they must navigate treacherous secrets, lies, and their own forbidden attraction. Will they survive to uncover the truth, or will the shadows of Spectra silence them forever?"

[Science Eliminates Immortals] Fake Qi Practicing Phase cultivators: Casting fire and water magic, controlling flying swords to decapitate enemies from several tens of steps away, and possessing a shield magic tool for both offense and defense. Real Qi Practicing Phase cultivators: Driving a Type 99 main battle tank, equipped with a 125mm magic tool main gun pulled by Divine Sense, two 12.7mm anti-aircraft and anti-field magic tool machine guns corrected by Divine Sense, nine assorted electromagnetic missiles suspended at the rear of the tank, drawn together by Divine Sense, and four reconnaissance drones, bombing enemies to ashes from 20 kilometers away. Even more real Nascent Soul cultivator: Operating an Air-Space Mothership cluster, with a combat range spanning thousands of miles...

She is the daughter of an Alpha whose family had conquered the last demon wolf in Illyria. Esmeray is born into the prestigious Alpha family, known as the Montague. But after her father's untimely death, her life becomes a nightmare of abuse at the hands of her cruel stepmother and stepbrother, who torment her for lacking a wolf. Desperate for salvation, she dreams of a mate who would come and rescue her from the cruelty of her pack. When he finally arrived, her hopes were shattered, for he had only come to reject her. Her only connection to her family's proud heritage is her striking blue hair, a sacred legacy from her ancestors. But in a desperate bid for freedom, Esmeray cuts her hair to escape being sold to a rogue. Her daring action pushes her to the precipice of death, unwittingly awakening a powerful demon wolf, imprisoned for 15 long years. This Alpha demon, who has yearned revenge and bloodthirst, is instantly drawn to Esmeray the moment he senses her, and he is determined to keep her at his side at all cost. In the world of wolves, the hunt is everything — and he has found a prey worth chasing.

In a world reshaped by the Third World War, corporations rule while AI systems regulate history and art. Kai Parker's unremarkable life as a data scrub comes to an end when he receives a shocking message from a childhood friend. Suddenly he is hunted by human-like androids and thrust into a desperate fight for survival. Reuniting with his estranged father and a band of rebels, he discovers the impossible truth: the stories from his childhood aren't fiction, but a prophecy. Before Kai can process this revelation, a desperate gambit sends his consciousness centuries forward in time to a future straight from the pages of his mother's book. Awakening aboard a starship bound for Venus, Kai finds himself in a solar system on the brink of annihilation at war with an alien race. Armed only with knowledge of events yet to unfold, Kai must navigate a world of advanced technology to uncover why he was sent to this specific moment in time.

In a world where muscle is magic and size is power, Ged, a ruthless drug lord, is on an obsessive quest to sculpt the perfect physique. But the ruling authorities, terrified of what an unchecked body sorcerer might become, strictly regulate muscle magic and limit the mass of its residents. Forced into the underworld, Ged defies the system, pushing his body beyond its limits in pursuit of ultimate power. But the true enemy isn’t the authorities. It’s existence itself. The world is alive. Every kilogram of mass comes at a cost. Every ounce of muscle he gains deepens his debt to the very planet that dares to hold him back. And for Ged, that means a sentence of eternal servitude for the crime of merely existing. What began as an obsession has ignited a war. He tried to be rational. He tried to stay in the shadows. But as the truth becomes clear, only one path forward remains… "Reality can no longer be saved. I must tear it apart and replace it with myself!" What to Expect: ** Muscle is Magic – Power isn’t measured in mana or qi; it’s measured in kilograms. ** A Drug Lord Turned Reality-Shattering Anti-Hero – Ged is cunning, ruthless, and dangerously close to villainy. ** A Sentient World That Won’t Let Him Grow – Ged doesn't only battle people, he battles reality itself. ** A Fusion of Great Works – Xianxia Scarface with the insanity of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. The MC won't just grow stronger. He will become existence itself. Witness his rise. Start Chapter 1 Now!

When a widowed single mother unexpectedly encounters a man with a hidden secret, she must overcome her inner fears and loneliness, bravely pursuing a new love, or she will be forever entangled with the shadows of the past. Meanwhile, her child is secretly bearing the trauma of losing a father, desperately longing for a complete family.

With reality bending under their clashing powers, the fate of entire realms hangs in the balance. Will Nicolas’ chains of judgment crush all opposition, or will Kujima’s desperate schemes reshape destiny once more? As war consumes the land, the true nature of gods, power, and sacrifice is revealed in an epic struggle that will determine the fate of existence itself.

Twelve years ago, the Hume and Heinrich families were eradicated under accusations of treason against the Empire. Only one survived the massacre—Ralph Veir Hume, an eight-year-old boy who was not spared out of mercy, but imprisoned within the shadows of the Church. Clad in the white robes of a priest, he did not live as a man of faith, but as a captive without chains, trapped within sacred walls that felt more like a cage. Now, at twenty, Ralph has finally been ordained as an official priest. But to him, this is not a blessing—it is the first step in a carefully laid plan. Driven by the buried secrets of the Empire and the Church, he seeks the truth that could change everything. With the power of Author from the Imaginer Path, he possesses the ability to rewrite reality—a gift that is both salvation and destruction in a world governed by eight mystical paths. Amidst conspiracies, betrayals, and a relentless struggle for power, Ralph must tread carefully. For in this world, those who seek the truth often become nothing more than a forgotten chapter in the history they wish to unveil.

“Strength is the only truth in this world.” Born into the ruthless Demon Sect, Lee So-Eun knew only one law—the strong survive, and the weak perish. Trained from childhood to wield a blade, she believed power was absolute… until the day she saw her father murdered by his own allies. Betrayed. Hunted. Forced to flee. She abandoned the sect and vanished into the martial world, taking on the guise of a wandering swordsman. Years passed, and rumors of a mysterious masked warrior began to spread. A nameless swordsman, deadly beyond measure, yet strangely… too delicate to be a man. Now, fate calls her back. No longer the frightened child who once fled, she returns as a conqueror. She is the Heavenly Sword Demon King. A fallen heir seeking her own path Flawless, unpredictable swordsmanship A ruler caught between power and purpose Can she break free from the cycle of strength and betrayal, or is she destined to become the very monster she once feared? A gripping martial arts saga of vengeance, power, and fate!

In a war-torn world ravaged by relentless invaders, Captain Bogi and his soldiers fight for survival. Tasked with aiding the elite Red Rose battalion, they are ambushed, outnumbered, and forced into a desperate retreat. But when they uncover an ancient structure hidden beneath the sands, everything changes.

Desperation is the failure of triumph, the journey of one marked by defeat, the haunting shadow of time misused and opportunities left to decay. Has the time for desperation slipped away, or is it always near? Was my yearning a flaw, or a truth I couldn’t deny? ••• He thought death had taken him. Yet, he found himself breathing, in a place that wasn’t his. He had barely finished the first volume, but what use was it without the chance to use it? He barely knew himself or his surroundings—how could he survive in a world fated to end? Not every tale is one of victory. But does it truly matter? “.....” “.....” •••

In a world where power is measured by strength, magic, and influence, **Kael**, a street rat and petty thief from the slums of Eldoria, stumbles upon an ancient temple and awakens the **System of Sovereignty**—a mysterious force that grants him the tools to conquer the world. With the System's guidance, Kael embarks on a journey to rise from nothingness to become the ultimate ruler, the **Sovereign**. But the path to power is fraught with challenges. Kael must navigate a world divided by warring factions, corrupt nobles, and ancient secrets. The System grants him unique abilities, allowing him to walk the dual path of a **warrior** and a **mage**, but mastering both will require relentless training, cunning strategy, and unyielding determination.

In a world where magic is commonplace and defines social standing, Zora is an anomaly – born without a single spark of magic in a society that prizes it above all else. Often mistreated and looked down upon, Zora refuses to be defined by his lack of magic. Currently a high school student, he dreams of a future where his worth isn't measured by magical ability. He harbors a secret weapon, however: a unique and mysterious ability in his left eye, known as the Devil's Eye.

The Desperate Lovers Isabella Carter has everything a woman could want—beauty, status, and a powerful fiancé, Nicholas Montgomery, heir to one of the wealthiest families in the country. But behind the perfect engagement lies a heart that belongs to another. Alexander King. The man she loved. The man she lost. Three years ago, Isabella walked away from Alexander, choosing duty over desire. Now, fate has thrown them together again, and the passion they buried refuses to stay hidden. Every glance, every touch, every stolen moment reminds her of what she left behind. But breaking free isn’t easy—not when Nicholas is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her by his side. Torn between loyalty and love, Isabella must make an impossible choice: risk everything for the man who owns her heart or surrender to a life without passion. But love this desperate never fades—it burns, it consumes, and it refuses to be forgotten. When the heart and duty collide, who will she choose? And will love be enough to overcome the forces determined to keep them apart? A breathtaking romance filled with longing, heartbreak, and a love that refuses to die.

By the will of Heaven and decree of the Son of Heaven, His Imperial Majesty bestows this marriage between Crown Prince Li Feng and Lady Xu Nuan, daughter of General Xu, as a union of virtue and strength. May this bond fortify the empire and bring prosperity to the realm. Let none defy this decree.” The hall fell into a heavy silence. Xu Nuan’s fingers trembled slightly at her sides. She had heard rumors of political marriages before, but never had she imagined she would be caught in one. She dared not lift her gaze, though she could feel the weight of her father’s unspoken thoughts pressing upon her. General Xu finally rose, his movements deliberate, measured. He stepped forward, bowing before the decree. “This subject humbly accepts His Majesty’s grace.”

Jack has spent his life as an outcast, suffering from a rare condition that keeps him from reaching the Colossal BMI standard of his world. Ridiculed and shunned, he loses everything, his family, his purpose, and his will to fight. But just when he hits rock bottom, fate takes an unexpected turn. Unwillingly transported to a realm of magic and steel, Jack finds himself in a world where his so-called "condition" is the norm. Here, strength isn't measured in size alone, and for the first time, he isn't seen as weak. As he navigates this unfamiliar land, forging friendships and uncovering hidden truths, Jack faces a choice: return to his old world and seek vengeance on those who wronged him or embrace this new home where he finally belongs. Will he let go of the past or let it consume him?

In a world where society has crumbled under the weight of inequality, a deadly competition offers the ultimate escape,if you survive. The Inferno Trials promises unimaginable wealth to the few who endure its brutal challenges, but the price is steep: every trial is a test of survival, trust, and morality. Kai Rivera, a former boxer with a tragic past, is desperate for a way out of his crushing debts. Drawn into the trials by a mysterious invitation, he quickly realizes that the competition is far more dangerous than he could have ever imagined. Each round brings new horrors, forcing the participants to face their deepest fears and darkest instincts. As Kai fights for his life, he forms uneasy alliances, makes dangerous enemies, and uncovers a sinister truth: the trials are a game for the wealthy elite, who find amusement in watching the desperate struggle for survival. In a twisted battle of wits and strength, every move could be his last. Will Kai escape the Inferno, or will the games claim yet another soul?

The God of Chaos was feared and worshiped in equal measure—a being of boundless destruction who stood alone against the apocalyptic invaders from another universe. But even gods fall. Betrayed and torn apart, he met his end in a war he could not win. Yet death was not the end. Reincarnated as Carson, a powerless boy in a world where humanity evolves beyond its limits, he is nothing but a fragile existence, mocked and discarded. No strength, no abilities—just a weak body destined to be crushed under the weight of a merciless world. Then came the spider. Venom burned through his veins, dragging him toward oblivion. As the last flicker of life began to fade, a voice—cold and divine—whispered into the void: [Ding!] [Congratulations. You have been chosen as the inheritor of the previous master's legacy.] [Will you accept? (Yes/No)] With that choice, the abyss awakened within him. The power of an ancient god stirs once more, but it is twisted, corrupted hungering for vengeance. The world that cast him aside will soon remember the name they tried to erase. And this time, chaos will reign. ----- (A/N: If you notice any errors, broken contents while reading please let me know, I'll go back and make the necessary corrections.) (Disclaimer: This world is pure fantasy and has no relations to reality! If you see cities and countries that are similar to those of real life it is purely coincidence.)

In a world where magic has been commercialized and controlled by corporations, Zeph Cooper is labeled the weakest student at Everweave Academy. His pathetic power level of 12.4 marks him as a failure in their standardized system. But when he discovers a hidden section of the academy's library and a mysterious talking book, Zeph learns a stunning truth: everything he knows about magic is a lie. There's a deeper, truer form of power flowing beneath the corporate facade - if he dares to grasp it. Now, caught between the rigid control of the Houses and forces that would destroy them, Zeph must master this forbidden magic while keeping his growing abilities hidden. Yet as his power exceeds the corporate world's ability to measure, he faces an impossible choice that could reshape magic itself. Sometimes the weakest link is exactly what's needed to break the chains.

"She needed a solution, any exit out. He needed just someone to do nothing else but believe in him. Together, they broke the walls of insecurities around them, then and only then did they found the courage to face and rewrite their stories." Ava Mitchell is on a cross road where desperation sets in, and all she has in mind is to save her family from nothing, but financial ruin. When luck shone on her, and she’s offered the opportunity to work as the personal assistant to Lucas Blackwood, a reclusive tech billionaire with a reputation for being not only cold, but also unapproachable, she was left with no choice but to accept. Lucas, over the years had built a great empire, but his success was nothing to him because of his tragic past, a secret he promised himself to keep hidden forever. When a dangerous scandal threatens all he has worked for, especially his company, Lucas was left with no choice other than take drastic measures, which one of them is making Ava an offer: pretend for some time to be his fiancée for the purpose of silencing the rumors and restore his public image. As Ava and Lucas brass up to navigate their fake relationship, unquechable sparks begin flying, and the irresistible walls they built around themselves crumble. But when Lucas’s past, with its ugly nature collides with their new found fragile bond, Ava must make her own decision, whether to fighting with all her being for the man behind the ugly mask or walk away without looking back before she loses herself in the fight completely.

There exists no obstruction for a one-track mind like Latona Cassel's. If there is no path laid at her feet, she will carve her own instead. With the meager life she struggles to endure, desperate measures are far more convenient and called-for. So when Latona sets her eye on something indispensable, she isn't afraid to seize it, even if it means clawing a prize out of another's hands. For the sky may be the limit, but her desire to possess goes beyond it. Yet one pathetic truth remains—she still foolishly holds out for Gideon Regis who has severed her hands before she ever had the chance. After all, Gideon is nothing without his rigid morals. He lives only to follow what have been established for him: obedience, honor, family values. If he were to step even an inch outside those lines, hell itself would be damned. But amidst lingering stares and tension palpable in the air, how do you brush off the scorching ardency that gnaws at your bones? Storms have been stirred. Nights have fallen. Do you douse in resolution, or do you let it all burn and consume? [Written in Tagalog and English]

Like most candidates, Zlatan's dream was a simple one. To pass the hunter's test, join a guild, hunt monsters and reach the A-class. Eventually, as he dreamed of, he achieved it hundreds of years later. Having sacrificed more than he could take in, using the most unthinkable and brutal measures, he became an S-class Hunter instead. Obtaining the Copper Flame back then after the Aura Awakening Ritual, that was his greatest flaw. Taking a span of 80 years to reach a D-class. Still, Zlatan Elmore became the most powerful hunter to exist. Falling on the battlefield against a Two-horned Dragon, he suddenly awoke as his 30 year old self. Given another chance at life, he didn't only have his memories but he's also given a Blank Scroll. This mysterious scroll doesn't only speak, its omniscient!

Leen Ho Hyun is a 17-year-old boy living in a world where magic is the measure of one’s status. He resides in the peaceful country of Viexanima. Ho Hyun carries a painful past, having lost both of his parents at the same time. He often dreams of them and wakes up in tears. Their death has always been a thorn in his heart. Could there be a hidden truth behind their passing? When he uncovers the truth about their death, what choice will he make? To fight or to give up...

In a world where power is measured by the strength of one’s cultivation and the sharpness of one’s blade, **Li Wei**, the enigmatic leader of the Hidden Moon Sect, walks a dangerous tightrope. Once a prodigy betrayed and left for dead, Li Wei has rebuilt his life in the shadows, leading a small but formidable sect that thrives in secrecy. His philosophy is simple: stay hidden, stay strong, and strike only when the time is right.

Power is everything, an ideal embraced by countless souls, a philosophy that pulses through the veins of this world. In a society where might reigns supreme, individuals are not measured by their intelligence, their kindness, or their charm. Instead, they are defined by their strength—the raw, unyielding force they wield. In this realm, it is power that dictates the course of life, not virtue or merit. Those who possess it can shape the world around them, seizing wealth, respect, and influence with nothing but a display of their might. Strength is the currency, and those without it are left to linger in the shadows, overlooked and forgotten.