How Many Brains Does An Octopus Have

Ethan was just an ordinary gamer, enjoying his favorite fantasy romance RPG. But one moment, he was at his desk, and the next he was inside the game itself! The worst part? He wasn’t the hero. He wasn’t even a side character. He was just an NPC, a lowly servant in the royal courtyard, destined to be forgotten. With death lurking around every corner, Ethan must use his wits to survive in a world where NPCs are disposable. But as he starts changing the game’s storyline, the heroines take notice, the hero grows suspicious, and the very system of the world begins to glitch. Why was he brought here? Can he escape? Or will he rewrite destiny itself?

A male antagonist who was tortured to hell by those that are close to him. Later did he realize what the eyes of the government and their voices are. Thus he chose to live the life of being an serial killer and give justice to the depraved.

I don’t know why I’m here, or how I got here, but none of that matters. This world is a playground, full of fragile, weak humans just waiting to be torn apart. With my gift, I can become anyone, blend into any crowd, and no one will ever suspect a thing. The thrill of the hunt is all that matters now. I’ll slip through the cracks of this world, leaving blood and terror in my wake. There’s no point in questioning why I’m here, only in making the most of it—one victim at a time. ——— Art on cover is by u/tj_ill on Reddit (I can take it down! I unfortunately haven't asked for permission to use their art yet—it just looks plain awesome!)

"Wait!" Max shouts out grabbing her arms keeping her from running up the stairs. "Don't run from me," he says pulling her close forcing her to look him in the eyes. His strong scent triggered something deep inside. Those eyes look very similar to the wolfs' she seen that night, causing her to speculate. *It couldn't be.......could it?* She thought staring deeper into those eyes wishing to just lose herself in them. --------------------------------------- Lily Artemis Wolfman fell out of the sky with only a name that no one knew, and no home to speak of. She was taken in as a ward of the Royal Wolves of the Mystic Moon pack, but was treated worse then the prisoners they keep. While in the daytime she was an obedient "daughter" doing her duties for the family, but in the shadows she was abused by the family blamed for every mistake happening to them. With the Alpha Pairs prophecy approaching events begin to happen and Lily is about to get more then she thought to handle. Will the truth about her past come out or will she be sent off before she has a chance to find out? Or will she find more then she bargained for? Find out in the chapters to come.

Merged into the body of External Disciple Chen Yu was the heart of a demonic god. The heart is the core of life, the most fragile vital organ. To Chen Yu, however, the heart was his greatest strength, granting him power and potential beyond demonic and divine beasts. Here on out, we follow him as he embarks on a mysterious and wonderful journey.

In the previous life, Song Tangning was the most expensive girl in Shengjing, but because of a niece, she died in the hands of the brothers and the fiance of the younger brother. They took everything to her, ruined her life, and stepped on her as a mud to hold her niece to become a dazzling sun, but she ruined her legs and was imprisoned in the waste hospital for many years. After rebirth, Tang Ning would never be the stepping stone. The indifferent brother, she doesn't want it. I admire Bai Lian's cousin, she breaks her relatives. The fiance with three hearts and two, she retired. After tearing away the daughter -in -law's face, the elder brothers and fiances knelt in front of her forgiveness. Song Tangning indifferent: Forgive? Oh, it is better to burn it. She already has a brother. Although the new brother is a eunuch, her reputation is not good, cold and fierce, and the children can scare the children crying from a distance. But when he called her "Little Begonia", he was very gentle. ... When Xiao Di was alone with Tang Ning, he was said to be Li Li: "Ben Governor is an eunuch, what is there?" Later, the room was warm and fragrant. Brother, you "... [Fake eunuch]+[All crematorium]+[Brother crematorium]+[No forgiveness]

Creatures that were supposed to exist only in fiction were running rampant throughout the world, drawing civilization close to its demise. That day, I, the protagonist, noticed that there was a special skill dwelling within me. Leveling up the more she fights and gaining new skills as well as the ability to harness magic in turn, a high school girl who was once a shut-in was integrated into a group of people the system labels as, “players.” She makes the decision to exterminate the monsters and save the people around her, enjoying the laid-back life the end of the world has brought her all the while. Original Author Aomu Yuuya and Tsuda Yuuya Artist Akima Original Publisher Kodansha/ Legend Novels/ Syosetu I do not own or profit from this story.

When a man meets his death, he finds himself with fragmented memories of his past life living in a universe with powerful individuals and devastating abilities . With a powerful ability to traverse to the Magus World, he will try his best to overcome everything, and have a meaningful life.

Matt saved humanity, but humanity betrayed him and murdered him and his wife, which led him to reincarnate in a Vampire World. He quickly realized that he had been reincarnated in a unique body that, among vampires, would make him look like a genius. In addition, he has several powerful abilities that no other vampire has. This time, he will cling to this new life to become as strong as possible to search for his wife in a world of magic and vampires. In addition, he will try to walk the path to become a True Vampire, a Vampire Progenitor! At the same time, his desire for revenge burns within him... **** Discord Link: https://discord.gg/ZbjEHW2UEc

Warning: This story contains many dark adult themes. In a world on the path to destruction, a nameless orphan seeks his own future in a brutal world of magic and myth. After he is sought out to be adopted by a cursed Witch and reincarnated Kitsune, he is soon chosen to wield a Relic; magic weaponry of unbelievable power who chose their masters. Touji Himura must learn how to use this newfound strength and bear the burdens of what it means to become a hero. In this story everyone has their own past that shapes their present and future, from sole surviving Oni to an immortal mage that forgets all who die except those who perish by her hands. Authors Note: Chapters will often see touch ups and refinements over time. This is my first ever story, so I may stumble along the way. Please let me know of any mistakes I make In everlasting memory of Mark Richards.

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A one night stand was supposed to be just that-one night. No strings,no complications. But for Ellis Arroyo, that night marks the beginning of something he never saw coming. As a bartender in Miami, Ellis is used to charming customers but nothing could have prepared him for Alexander 'Alex' Del Montiez - the cold, ruthless heir to one of the most powerful Mafia families. Their night together should have ended at sunrise,but Alex doesn't let go of things he wants and right now,he wants Ellis- body, heart and soul. What starts as a fiery passion soon turned into something darker.Alex is possessive, controlling and terrifyingly intense. He's world is dangerous, filled with secrets, violence and power struggles that threaten to swallow Ellis whole. And yet against all he's his logic, Ellis can't seem to stay away. William "Willy" Del Montiez - Alex's older brother - has spent years hiding he's feelings for Ellis. Unlike Alex,Willy is warm,steady and everything Ellis should want. But choosing him would mean betraying the most feared man in Miami - his own brother. Then there's Rodrigo Gonzalez - cunning, lethal and utterly obsessed,the Cartel leader has never forgiven Alex for taking Ellis away from him now he's back to claim what he believes is his no matter the cost. Ellis never wanted be caught in the middle of a war between dangerous men but it's too late to run.Love, obsession and power collide in a deadly game where the price is he's heart or maybe he's life. Find out in this thrilling story- DESIRED BY MANY: OWNED BY HIM

Where am I? What is this place?" Lucien said, bewildered at the unfamiliar surroundings. He remembered he was lying on his bed, now he was also lying on a bed, but the mat was made of unknown leaves, not like the foam on his bed. "Ding! Congratulations!" "The Many Children Many Blessing System is successfully integrated." Hearing the voice in his mind, he was shocked! He couldn't believe it. After all, the system was the golden finger of the transmigrators, their key to success in a new world. "Wait, wait. Transmigrator?" he said, looking around him. He looked at his hand, his fingers slender and strong, a far cry from the weak, trembling hands he had on Earth. He tried to stand up, and although this body was still weak, he felt that it was much stronger. "Does that mean I was transmigrated?" He looked around, searching for a mirror, but he found nothing. But he found a mug made of wood, full of water, on a small table made of bamboo beside him. He looked at the mug, his eyes widened in surprise. He didn't recognize the one in the reflection on the water, but he knew that it was him. The reflection on the mug has blonde hair,clear brown eyes and a handsome face.

When the upper realm reconnected with the modern world, facing an aging population and low birth rates, what it found was a degraded society that ate, slept and left all their work to ai. How will the immoral celestial sect and its ancient immortals adapt to their new eccentric recruits.

Imogen ‘Ginny’ Fairchild has always been drawn to the Thorne twins, but it’s Lysander's quiet, gentle soul that pulls her in. Just as she’s ready to confess her feelings, Lyle urges her to be with his brother, Cassian, instead. Against her better judgment, Ginny agrees. She lets Cass into her life, piece by guarded piece, even as her connection to Lyle deepens in unexpected ways. But as their lives intertwine, what begins as love spirals into obsession—a dangerous bond tightening around her like a vice. Soon, Ginny finds herself caught in a web of passion, control, and secrets. And as the truth about the Thorne brothers unfolds, she realizes too late that this isn’t love - it’s a trap. TW: Themes of emotional manipulation and obsession. Not suitable for those who are easily disturbed.

Kail, a 23-year-old customer support agent, found himself in an unexpected predicament – he was somehow transported into the world of his beloved RPG game, "Stopping Ragnarok." To his astonishment, he wasn't alone in this bizarre adventure. Eight other players, supposedly the chosen ones destined to rescue the world within the game, joined him on this quest. Their mission? To thwart the sinister forces threatening to eradicate humanity in Terra Mercuria. It all sounded quite epic, at least in theory. However, as they delved into their adventure, reality quickly dispelled any grandiose expectations. The warrior turned out to be rather, well, twinkish, not exactly the imposing figure Kail had imagined. The mage had an odd fascination with dark magic, which was more intriguing than practical. The healer, a girl, had an unexpected twist – she possessed an anatomical surprise that defied convention. The Rogue, meant to be stealthy and ruthless, was far too polite and kind-hearted to fit the bill. The Ranger, whose title suggested environmental awareness, displayed a conspicuous disregard for nature's well-being. The Paladin, expected to be virtuous and noble, seemed more interested in flirting than righteousness. The Necromancer, a master of the undead, harbored a comical fear of his own creations. And then there was the Hero, the one designated to lead this motley crew. To Kail's surprise, the Hero vehemently rejected his role and instead clung to Kail, the Bard, as if he were a lifeline in this absurd world. So, while their mission to save Terra Mercuria remained a noble pursuit in theory, the reality of their adventure was shaping up to be quite the comedic spectacle.

Synopsis: Thirty years ago, Han Seong-jin was an ordinary man until a crack in reality pulled him into the Void—a realm of eternal darkness and terror. Once the Birthplace of Gods, the Void had become the spawning ground of World Devourers, monstrous entities capable of consuming entire stars. Trapped in this forsaken dimension, Seong-jin fought for his survival against unimaginable horrors. When he slew a Primordial Devourer, he ascended to godhood, wielding power no mortal could comprehend. When Seong-jin finally escaped and returned to Earth, thirty years had passed. The world he once knew had transformed into an era ruled by gates, portals to other dimensions that unleashed monsters upon humanity. Hunters, ranked by strength, had become society's elite, while guilds vied for dominance in this new order. Despite his divine power, Seong-jin’s evaluation ranked him as an F-rank, the weakest possible tier. Ridiculed by hunters and rejected by guilds, he decided to embrace an ordinary life, working as a pizza delivery man while keeping his godhood a closely guarded secret. But living a normal life isn’t easy when you’ve fought gods and monsters for centuries. As guilds continue to dismiss him and society underestimates him, Seong-jin remains content to stay under the radar. Yet, the echoes of his past linger, and those who sense the faintest traces of his true strength begin to take notice. Seong-jin just wants peace and quiet, but the world may have other plans for a god hidden in plain sight.

A special military doctor traveled back in time to ancient times. Right after arriving, she married the great hero of history, Mo Jiuye, in a wedding ceremony. According to historical records, the Mo family was filled with loyal heroes, yet they were feared by the Emperor for their great achievements, and the day after the wedding, the entire Mo family was exiled

Long Wei faced death right after transmigration in the hands of a Young Master. Before his second death, he saw a hologram before him. [Achievement Unlock] [Surviving a death blow within a microsecond of transmigration] [Reward - Great Dao Scripture] His Achievement also alerted an aloof beauty who decided to save him for unknown reasons, even going as far as to bond with him. That forced her to turn into her Ancestral form, a Black Cat. Watch as how the pair of overpowered Achivement Junkie and a cat swipe the whole world and reach Immortality all while enjoying their journey.

God and has forsaken the world, and now it is starting to rot. The demons ravage the lands of Earth, growing ever stronger, threatening all existents of creation. As if matters weren't bad enough, God is dying and his followers have forsaken his teachings. To save God and all of creation, the archangel, Angis, sends the angels Aaron and Eris down to Earth to regain the trust of their followers and raise an army to stop the demon army's onslaught. But in order to descend to Earth they must give up their powers and become "human". After giving up their powers and descending to Earth, the fallen angels must learn how to regain their powers, all the while the demons slaughter and pillage all living creatures and their lands. As Aaron and Eris walk this horrific and deadly path, they learn that the world is not all that holy as God said it to be, in fact it's much darker than they imagined. None the less, they must raise an army and defeat the demon lord to protect what they hold most dear or else the world will be lost. Or so they think.

Song He, who had crossed over into the Cultivation World, awoke to a Spirit Plant Entry Panel, which allowed him to change or add enhancement entries for Spirit Plants. 【Good Birth, Good Choice】—The seeds born from this Spirit Plant have a chance to possess higher-level entries. 【More Children More Happiness】—This Spirit Plant will produce over a hundred times more seeds. 【Growth Acceleration】—Consume Spirit Stones to achieve limitless growth speed for the Spirit Plant! 【Symbiosis】—You can fuse with a Spirit Plant, gaining its power! With the help of various entries, he created lotuses that could bear elixirs, a plant treasure integrated into the Dantian like an immortal tree, rampart-like cities of Lumen Flowers, and endless fields of rice... Countless cultivators coveted them, all hoping to obtain his unique Spirit Plants! … Farming + Entry system.

"Is this a game, or did aliens make me time-travel?" "It's terrifying, people who die in the game actually die in the real world!" "Damn, the whole city is mine, and there are still things that can be brought from the game to the real world, it's just..." Song Jian aimlessly wandered through the empty city, accompanied only by mutated zombies and monsters. His only goal now was to survive in such a zombie-infested Doomsday City.

Elias finds himself in a strange world, surrounded by giant trees and a red sky, with an AI in his brain helping him understand this unknown realm. During his journey, he meets a mysterious elderly man and faces a deadly test to prove his survival in this place. He discovers that this world is filled with mysterious energy, and he may be more than just a stranger here. At the end of the chapter, the AI reveals that it is not the only program operating in Elias's brain, opening the door to new questions.

Loved, praised, and worshiped by the townspeople, young millionaire John Doe is the epitome of admiration and success. But not by Jane Carter. A dedicated young policewoman, Jane believes that John Doe is responsible for the string of killings plaguing their town. Determined to uncover the truth, she launches her own investigation, despite everyone else standing against her. What Jane doesn't know is that John Doe isn't just a wealthy businessman—he harbors five distinct personalities, all of which work in unison to make him the perfect killer. With the unexpected help of one of his rogue personalities, Jane might just be able to strip away all six of his carefully crafted masks and expose the monster beneath. (New chapter everyday)