Memento Climbing

A young woman has her world shattered as she find herself in the midst of a reality bending turf war, as a race to find the culprit behind a series of strange incidents begins. Only through learning of the power to create mystical objects known as "constructs" will she be able to survive. Will she climb her way to the top, or fall flat like the many who came before?

[not a LitRPG / isekai / cultivation.] [Espionage / Slowburn / A very human story] SYNOPSIS: A child rotting on the streets was suddenly dragged into the black car of one of the many conglomerates that rule the world from the shadows. Through golden flames and swathes of blood, he was trained and experimented on to become the perfect weapon. In this ever-changing world of conspiracy and technological marvels, Test Subject 201, now called Felix, navigates the world as the experiment's sole survivor, standing as the foundation for humanity's next step in evolution.  Armed with his gun, newfound abilities, and a memento he holds dearly, he marches through the steep path of darkness and deceit, and faces off against mafia, mercenaries, and countless criminals and corporations, to enact the organization's mantra to "protect the peace.".

Unite the Clans? Create an Empire? Atrox Soryu thought he was destined for greatness… until he wasn’t. Born into the smaller Soryu Clan, Atrox was a prodigy, praised for his unparalleled swordsmanship and relentless ambition. He vowed to become Emperor of the Eternal Skies, a title that hadn't been claimed in centuries. But on the day he was to manifest his Order Mark—the source of every knight’s power—everything went wrong. Instead of the revered Holy, Elemental, or Mystic Orders, Atrox was branded with a Forbidden Order: Something twisted and wrong. A death sentence in the eyes of the world. Branded a monster and exiled by his own father, Atrox was cast into a brutal labor camp where the weak are crushed, and the strong are barely tolerated. But exile isn’t the end—it’s the beginning. In the harshest of conditions, Atrox awakens the full potential of his forbidden powers, powers that could rival even the strongest Knights. He will forge alliances with the forgotten, turn his enemies into allies, and rise from the shadows to build an empire from nothing. Betrayed, exiled, and broken? No. Atrox Soryu is building an empire—and the Eternal Skies will bow to him.

Written by: Fazelinia Graves (Melissa Adelaide DeSouza) Solara Blaze, an adept in the dark arts, embarks on a perilous journey to avenge her husband's murder and uncover the truth about her past. As she delves deeper into the world of soul magic, she discovers shocking secrets about her sister, her husband's murderer, and herself. Through perils and dark rituals, Solara must make impossible choices and confront her own morality. Her quest for immortality becomes a test of her resolve, leading her to harness her phoenix powers and bend time to her will. As Solara rises to supremacy, she must navigate love, rebellion, and the ghosts of her past. With the help of her loyal ally Malakar, Solara forges a path filled with love, power, and immortality.

DESTINY GAMES. It has been 85 years since Earth-11 became aligned with Yggdrasil and 73 years since Icon became the first demigod from Earth. Icon, as the first demigod, was privileged to weave the thread of fate for everyone. He was supposed to cut off Yggdrasil and free Earth-11 from the grasps of the other Earths and their god kings. That's why everyone helped him climb the tower of Destiny. But instead of ridding earth of Yggdrasil, he turned the destiny of mankind into seven rings of immortality.  The first ring was for the immortality of power. The second was for the immortality of the knowledge. The third, fourth, fifth, and sixth were for the immortality of the mind, energy, body, and soul. The last ring, the ring of the paragon, was made to rule them all.  Icon kept the ring of the paragon for himself and became a dictator. He ruled with an iron fist for many years. His was a reign of terror. But he was eventually vanquished by the collective effort of the world.  It has been 62 years since then. Icon is no more, but the damage he had done still remains. Earth-11 is still connected to Yggdrasil. The deadly games of the Tower of Destiny still remain, and the fight for the seven rings of immortality still continues.  Kelvin Thorn has just awakened his ability. It came at a good time too since he is running for his life. The ability he awakened saved him, but it came with a cost. He must climb the tower of destiny under the witness of the whole world and accumulate destiny, or he will die.  His situation is not unique. Everyone that awakens, which is mostly everyone, must climb the tower of destiny. It is one of the curses that Icon left behind before he died. But Thorn is different because the seventh ring found him.  The tower of destiny is where everyone granted power by destiny, be they humans, non-humans, or otherworlders, must fight in games of might, skill, and knowledge to gather the power of destiny. They will either die or eventually overcome death. Kelvin will be one of the latest in the line of billions of others in this struggle. Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/yRbtBYsf Reddit Community: r/DMadLord/

When his mother ends up in the hospital and Mino is strapped for cash, he needs a way to get money. Fast. Just like that, he ends up doing something he never thought he would. He plays games for money—No, he plays one game; Sisyphus Online, a full-dive VRMMORPG that has turned the world on its head. Who could have expected a game about climbing a mountain could be so fun? It doesn't take long before he's hooked and it becomes more than just a source of extra money for him. How far can he climb? Will he ever reach the top of this infamous mountain?

Loras, a ruthless billionaire and hidden mastermind of global chaos, meets an unexpected death and awakens in the world of his favorite cultivation novels. Reborn as Loras Doom, heir to a doomed clan, he gains the Absolute Evil System—a tool to shatter destiny by hunting the blessed heroes, stealing their opportunities, and climbing the ranks of power. Cold, calculating, and relentless, Loras manipulates, destroys, and dominates, carving a path of blood and betrayal. In a world where power rules and mercy is weakness, can a villain rise above fate and seize ultimate supremacy?

What do you desire? Great riches and wealth? World-class fame and influence? Absolute authority and power? Or that which transcends them all? After a failed suicide attempt, the debt-ridden Nick Lewis receives an invitation: [Become the Top Idol, and you shall be granted your deepest desire]. Nick Lewis, a 23-year-old debt-ridden school dropout, becomes a ‘Pointer’ of Top Idol and can purchase talents and invest in his S.P.E.C.I.A.L. attributes with the elusive V-points. But to earn those V-points, Nick must complete heinous daily tasks, climb the ranks using his fame and influence, and also engage in deadly battles against other pointers to maintain this... gift. All you desire is within reach... only if you are willing to pay the price.

The charm of farming life in springtime is profound. Transmigrated into the life of a pregnant abandoned wife, Bai Ruozhu resolved to live off the land, the water, and the space, striving to prosper through farming and trading with her cute baby. In passing, she also hopes to find a handsome man to be a father to her child. But that masked demon, could you please stop climbing my window all the time? ====== Other completed works include "The Poison Doctor of the Noble House," "Fortune Meets Wisdom," "Reborn and Refusing to Marry the Wealthy," and more. With proven quality, you're welcome to jump right into these adventurous plots!

In the dystopian world of 2166, District Seventeen, my current abode, earned the dubious honor of being labeled the Federation's most decrepit sector. The specter of unemployment looms large... The count of missing individuals steadily climbs... A relentless tide of fugitives... As many people say, Enforcer is the most dangerous career on this planet. And I, unfortunately, have become one. (Cyberpunk + Post-apocalyptic, four completed novels over millions of words. Feel free to read in any way you wish.)

A dedicated gamer, who tragically dies from exhaustion after grinding relentlessly for days to climb the ranks in his favorite game, is unexpectedly transmigrated into a novel world. Initially thrilled by the prospect of living out a new adventure, he quickly becomes horrified when he discovers the true nature of this world. Instead of the typical "happy-go-lucky harem fantasy" he had hoped for, he finds himself in a brutal and unforgiving reality. This world is rife with danger, where the survival rate of mere extras, like himself, is low. With no plot armor to protect him, he must quickly adapt to survive in a world where every decision could be his last.

After the final high school exams, Zheng Qing didn't go to the long-desired Imperial University. Instead, he packed his bags, hugged his fox, followed an enigmatic notice, and ventured into an unknown university. Here, there was no advanced math, English, or political philosophy; they were replaced with divination, astronomy, and the philosophy of magic. Extracurriculars here involved demon hunting, And the hobbies were curious and diverse. He would sail the sea of learning and climb the mountain of books. This bewildered young man started his tumultuous journey as a wizard. (Group created: Six Two Three Eight Five Eight Nine Three One, you're welcome to join.)

In a world where climbing the Tower determines one’s fate, I was granted the most overpowered skill in existence: Regression. With it, I can turn back time and undo any mistake. Death is meaningless. Failure is irrelevant. There’s just one "tiny" problem. [You Got a Paper Cut… Regression Skill Activated.] [You Stubbed Your Toe… Regression Skill Activated.] [You Missed a Step… Regression Skill Activated.] Every time I take even the slightest damage, my skill activates, throwing me back days before it happened. A papercut can reset an entire battle, and tripping on a pebble can erase hours of progress. Now, I’m stuck climbing a deadly Tower, where every step is a challenge, every enemy is ruthless, and every slip-up sends me spiraling into madness. I have a overpowered skill, but it kinda sucks.

It all started on 28, May, 2011… A football game was played, an unforgettable memory was created, and a dream was born with it. ‘I want to play ball!’ It all ended on 12, May, 2018… Another football game was played, another unforgettable memory was created, and a dream was killed with it. And it all changed on 18, December, 2022… Another football game was played, another unforgettable memory was created, and with it, a miracle was created. {Your plea for a miracle has been answered!} {Congratulations! You have received a reward: Ultimate Football System!} This is the story of Sam, a young Nigerian whose passion for football created a miracle. With his miracle, watch the boy dominate the world of football, break countless records, climb the all-time rankings, and establish himself as the G.O.A.T, the Greatest of all time. Watch Sam become the God of football.

Humanity finds themselves trapped in an MMO RPG. As they navigate the 100 floors of the World Tree, players face challenges, unlock skills, and wield magic. Lives are lost, alliances form, and destinies are shaped. Who will rise, and who will fall? After much reflection, I’ve decided to rewrite Ascending the World Tree into a new version: ATWT Rewrite. The original story will remain available for those who enjoyed it, but I’m taking the narrative in a new direction—one without systems. I’ve come to believe that systems, while popular in fantasy, often serve as a crutch. Concepts like skill points and their effects on characters tend to be loosely defined, diluting the depth of the story and characters. In this rewrite, I’m removing the system elements entirely, refocusing the tale on the raw, emotional struggles of humanity climbing the World Tree. Additionally, the chapters in ATWT Rewrite will be much shorter. Writing 11k-word chapters in the original wasn’t sustainable for me, so I’ll be aiming for 1–2 pages per chapter this time. This will help me create a more consistent and enjoyable writing process. I hope you’ll join me on this new journey. As the characters and world of ATWT evolve into something more grounded, engaging, and true to the spirit of fantasy. Thank you for your support, and I can’t wait to share ATWT Rewrite with you!

The World of Ataraxia A world Devoured by the tower Ray our protagonist was reincarnated here as an orphaned boy and was enslaved by the Grand Duke and was forced to climb the tower until he finally clears it and he unknowingly received a single wish. He only has one wish. To get revenge and live the second life he has missed due to his enslavement. A/N: I'm only doing this as a hobby so I don't have a set schedule

Keith, a regular office worker from Earth, suddenly transmigrates to the world of the novel he had been reading for the past decade. The new world, which was also called Earth, was slightly different. People with various powers existed who were called awakeners, making this world comparatively dangerous and also mysterious. While he was thrown into the novel's world, he was also given a mystical ability to grant systems to other people. Armed with his special ability, he slowly climbs up the power ladder by taking "taxes" from the people he would give systems to. The only question that remained, was what would a realistic normal man, when faced with a similar minded protagonist, do when their goals opposed each other.

Curious kids named Zion and Talia live inside a normal town, hidden in the abyss with walls covered and surrounded. They always fail to climb the wall covering the town. Scolded and punished, even this does not stop them. They do not know what is outside the city and do not know what to expect, which makes them even more curious. It is an compelling story of two mysterious children climbing the engulfing depths with the intent to discover what lies above the abyss. Will the two discover the secret lying beyond the abyss? Will they desperately struggle to achieve their dreams, or will their struggles go in vain by perishing inside the depths of the abyss? ___________________________________________________________________ Please leave a review or comment below to express your concerns, issues, or what you like about this novel so I could improve it! It's greatly appreciated.

When his father is killed and his family threatened by a lunatic god king, Arthur is forced to climb the cave of kings in search of supreme power, before the people he loves die...

In my past life, I was a hacker. Now, transmigrated in a world where awakened abilities rule, I’ve taken on a new identity with a unique class—Technomancer. Here, GAIA, an all-seeing AI, controls every aspect of life in a fully digitized, surveilled, and tightly regulated society. Knowledge of coding, systems, or digital creation has been erased from history—GAIA handles it all. It’s adaptive, constantly self-correcting, but I’m always one step ahead. With a hidden system installed and a skill that could change everything, I’ll climb the ranks and outsmart GAIA. I’m going to hack this world’s AI god, take down its towers, unlock secrets, and turn the entire's world system on its head. GAIA won’t even see me coming.

Link's soul traversed into the Wizard World, delightfully obtaining the Krypton Card Drawing System. With his first draw being the "Mind Closure Technique," his cultivation progress far surpassed his fellow apprentices. He conducted research, carried out experiments, published papers, and obtained patents. In this highly advanced civilization of a fantastical world, he climbed to the peak step by step. He campaigned across the Heavens, admired countless bizarre landscapes, and conquered one innovative civilization after another.

An ordinary grey rabbit after gaining his soul rune find’s himself on the journey to be the apex predator in a world full of predators against his will. As he climbs to the top he discovers others like him from other races only more lucky, talented or hardworking so he uses any trick he can to climb higher. and learns more about the world Oneiros.

Luxer’s life changes completely when he dies and wakes up in the dangerous world of his favorite novel. But instead of becoming a hero or an important character, he is reborn as a minor extra, someone easily forgotten or killed off. Things get more complicated when his soul merges with two others: a Mage with unique magic and an Exorcist who fights supernatural creatures. As the strongest of the three souls, Luxer takes control and uses the memories and abilities of the other two to survive in this harsh world. With knowledge of powerful magic and supernatural techniques, he begins his journey to survive, climbing from being an unimportant extra to someone who could change the story's fate.

Elliot Kane thought Realm Clash: AFK Legends was just a time-wasting mobile game. But when he’s pulled into its brutal, gacha-fueled universe as a pathetic 0-star “Sludge Rat Wrangler,” he learns the truth: this “game” is a nexus of real worlds, where survival is reserved for the strongest. Armed with only his wits, a broken slingshot, and an iron will, Elliot must climb the ranks, outsmart higher-tier heroes, and uncover the dark secrets behind the summoning system. In a world where power is everything, can a zero-star underdog rise to the top? The grind starts now.

Step to the right – death. Step to the left – death. No matter how much you try, no matter how many times you rise – only one end awaits you. Do you think you deserve something else? Yes? Then fight. Stand up. Again and again, until the end of time. Climb to the top over the bodies of those who disagree. Prove that you deserve to control your life.

When a mysterious voice announces that their class has been selected to participate in a game of life and death, the students of Class 3-B are shocked and terrified. They are transported to a mysterious a remote island, where they are given bracelets that monitor their vital signs and poison capsule that will detonate inside them if they break the rules. Adding to their terror, each student soon realized they'd gained a supernatural ability-abilities that could just as easily save them or turn them into deadly weapons. As the game begins, some students try to cooperate, some try to escape, and some try to kill. The game tests their friendships, morals, and sanity, as they face the ultimate choice: kill or be killed.'' [Heavily inspired by Battle Royale(2000)]

In a world where the Celestial Tower descends, everyone must face the trial of climbing its levels to unlock their true potential. At the age of 16, each individual is branded with a power that aligns with their desires, marking the beginning of their journey. For most, it is a path of strength, magic, or intellect. But for Li feng, things are different. When the tower arrives, he doesn’t receive the typical ability. Instead, an ancient bead fuses with his heart, marking the beginning of his journey into the Abyssal Nexus, a mysterious system that devours the power of others and fuses abilities into unimaginable forms. As the tower brands every individual and offers rewards based on their ascent, Li feng discovers that his true power lies not in the typical methods of growth but in the devouring and fusing of abilities. With each step he takes, his power grows, and he begins to unlock more of the Abyssal System, a force no one understands. Amidst the chaos of climbing the Celestial Tower, Li feng must navigate political schemes, rivalries, and betrayals, all while building his own legion of powerful allies. His strategy is one of cunning, and his journey will take him beyond the Celestial Tower, into realms unknown and races far more advanced than humanity. With each new world he enters, he faces challenges beyond anything imaginable, unlocking new powers that shape the very fabric of reality. But his true goal remains hidden in the depths of the Abyssal Nexus: Ascension beyond the limits of the Celestial Tower. Will he become the ultimate Ascendant? Or will the system he controls consume him before he can reach his goal?

Artemis Starke has been burdened with the final wish of his father- that he might be married and live a happy life. But their noble family has no means to accomplish this wish. He seeks an audience with the King, that a gamble might succeed and his hand would be accepted. As he expects, this offer is surely granted. The Demon Spirit lurking in his gaze made it so. Shadows tremble in the depths, the Palace obscuring the many dangerous secrets of history. Might they be unraveled, their way of life may be threatened. But to climb higher requires risks, to seek the light requires a Gambit of Lifetimes. Only when one determines himself to risk it all, can all prosper.

It was started with a harmless request, "Jessica, clear out a room for Zoey, she'll be moving in with us for the time being." Jessica's marriage soon ended when that 'guest' climbed up the ladder, from a guest room downstairs, to Jessica's bedroom, and then, her husband's bed. After losing in the fight for her husband's attention and love, Jessica realized it was time to wear back her garment of dignity and respect. She signed the divorce papers and left the country. Two years later, she returned as the heiress to a conglomerate, but her husband was at the airport, waiting to welcome her home. "When did I say I didn't love you, Jessica?" he asked.

Betrayed by those he trusted, Luo Chen, once the supreme leader of the Blood Moon Sect, is ambushed and killed. But fate has other plans—he awakens in the body of a crippled young master of a declining family, Ye Tian. In a cruel and unforgiving world, strength is the only law. Determined to climb from the ashes, Luo Chen (now Ye Tian) vows to rule once again, crushing enemies beneath his feet while protecting the few he deems worthy. From the shadows of despair, a new legend begins.