Twine String

During an intense gaming session of Rise of Empire, Ethan Cross dies of cardiac arrest on his desk—only to wake up inside the game’s brutal medieval world, with a weird game panel. Ethan is unexpectedly appointed as the new village chief, following the death of the previous chief. Now, he must navigate political schemes, ruthless Orc warlords, and resource management to survive in this unforgiving world. But the real twist comes when he reaches the rank of Baron—unlocking the in-game multiplayer chat feature and discovering that he can still communicate with players from his original world. As he uses this advantage to grow stronger, rumors begin to spread of a mysterious NPC lord unlike any other. Before long, he catches the attention of real-world players eager to uncover his secret—and perhaps, exploit it. Can Ethan rise from a mere village chief to the ruler of a mighty empire, or will he be crushed beneath the weight of war, betrayal, and the unseen forces pulling the strings behind this world?

For Marco, Lucas is his meek little brother. For the rest of the world, he is the menacing Ghost of Vermil. "Angels endow blessings. Demons sow curses." A hundred years ago, angels and demons descended on earth. It is said they are still here. Annointed with potent holy power, Marco is set to join the Kingdom's Holy Army to fight off the demonic legion. But before that, he must confront the trail of blood and ash that points to Lucas's involvement with the dark side. As mysteries unfold and loyalties fracture, Marco is faced with the question: where does holiness end and damnation begin? If all lines are blurred and the fate of humanity is at stake, will he have enough resolve to strike down the brother he once swore to protect?

Warning: Not For The Weak In Heart! In a world where power is everything, heroes and villains are just brands, controlled, sold, and discarded by the elites who pull the strings. The law is a lie. Strength is the only currency. And the underworld? It belongs to those ruthless enough to seize it. Gina was born as the daughter of a villain, raised in the assassin faction called the Endbringers. She never wanted to follow in her mother’s footsteps. But when she awakens her ability, the world forces a choice upon her. The system offers her a role as a hero, a puppet wrapped in gold chains, controlled by the same elites who killed her father. The alternative? Be branded a villain like her mother, who is now a hunted fugitive, moving from safe house to safe house, with no place to called home. She chose neither of them. But Instead, she created the third path... "I will carve my path to the throne of the underworld. And when the dust settles, there will be no kings, no lords..." "Only Me The KINGPIN." "The One Who Rules All." [A/N: If you don't like an overpowered heartless MC, then this novel isn't for you]

A desperate deal. A ruthless billionaire. A love neither expected. Ava Sinclair's life changes in an instant when she finds herself bound to a billionaire she barely knows. One year, one contract, no strings attached. But as secrets unfold and emotions rise, Ava realizes that what was meant to be a simple arrangement is anything but. Damien Cole is a man with a cold heart and a past he refuses to talk about. Ava can't help but wonder: Can love truly be forced, or is it just a game of power and pride? As the clock ticks down on their contract, neither is prepared for the twist of fate that will change everything. In a world of lies, betrayal, and family secrets, can they find something real—or will their fragile connection crumble before the year is up?

In 2024 a disaster came upon Earth, that caused the planet to change greatly. It was no longer the same. Magic, elf's, vampires, demons and so much more had changed it for the better or the worst. Asclepius now it's name and the baby who's eyes had fluttered open was Adrian Amdis Acheron. A new body, a new world and even a system. What secret does he hold and how will he manipulate everthing to his own advantage? But will the manipulator of manipulators be outsmarted? The one pulling the strings might not be Adrian as he gets washed away to whatever world would get him stronger. ___________________________________________________ This is completely mine. Everything is what I tought long and hard over. And especially used imaginition for. All characters are mine and so is the storyline. The cover isn't mine. If the owner wishes for me to remove it please contact me. *One to five chapters a week.

ROYALZ In the kingdom of Velldore, the throne is empty, and silence is more dangerous than war. After the assassination of King Mathieu da Gramont, the royal families do not raise their swords—but their greed festers beneath forced smiles. In the shadows, mercenaries rise, forbidden magic resurfaces, and whispers of a greater power spread like a disease. Lloyd—once Lucien da Gramont—was born into nobility but cast away his name, leaving behind a past soaked in blood. Thought dead, he returns under a new identity, burdened by a curse that binds him to forces beyond his control. He wants nothing to do with the throne. But fate, and the ghosts of his past, refuse to let him walk away. With a sharp-tongued swordswoman watching his back, a kingdom on the brink of unraveling, and unseen hands pulling the strings, Lloyd must navigate a world where words cut deeper than blades—and trust is the deadliest gamble. Because in Velldore, the ones who smile the most are the first to betray.

Dylan is being hunted, and Zephaniah risks life and limb to save him while demon lords pull the strings. This story is graphic and will have some serious topics. Viewer discretion is advised

A mysterious VR game company has unleashed a revolutionary MMORPG, Ascension of Souls, a game so advanced it threatens to blur the line between reality and fiction. Marketed as a groundbreaking innovation, it promised to change the world—but for Leo, it’s far more than just a game. It’s his only hope for survival. Thrown into an expansive, ever-shifting world, Leo fights alongside a growing circle of powerful allies—each with their own ambitions, rivalries, and hidden pasts. Like them, he can level up, grow stronger, and carve his path through a world where strength is everything. But unlike anyone else, he possesses a pair of mysterious bracelets, a power seemingly tied to him alone, unlocking fragmented memories of a past he doesn’t remember. As whispers of forgotten legends surface and unseen forces pull the strings behind the game’s mechanics, Leo realizes that survival isn’t just about leveling up—it’s about unraveling a truth buried deep within the game itself. But uncovering the truth comes at a cost—one that could rewrite everything he knows

Luther Ackerman is the worst scientist in history. In the year 2650, he’s a laughingstock in the scientific community, mocked for his string of disastrous experiments. Desperate to prove his genius, Luther embarks on his most daring project yet: the Illuminate Vortex, a device designed to harness energy from the ocean's deepest depths. But his obsession leads to catastrophe, unleashing The Reckoning, a devastating event that wipes out half of ocean life in seconds. Lost in the aftermath, Luther awakens 625 years in the past in 2025. To his horror, he discovers the volatile power of The Reckoning has fused with him, giving him unimaginable abilities capable of leveling cities. Branded a walking disaster, Luther is forced to join a team of young prodigy heroes who are tasked with stopping a second Reckoning. But the deeper they dig, the more terrifying the truth becomes: the next disaster will once again be caused by him. Now, the worst scientist in history must become the most unlikely hero of the future. With time running out and the weight of his guilt threatening to crush him, Luther must confront his past, control his powers, and fight to stop the destruction he once unleashed. "The Reckoning" a high-stakes superhero saga about failure, redemption, and a man destined to save the world… or destroy it.

Betrayed and thrown into a brutal world of war, monsters, and ancient empires vying for power, Chen Yejun—a strategist from the modern world—is forced to fight for survival. No enhancement system, no overwhelming power—his only assets are knowledge, tactics, and an unyielding ambition to conquer. From a small, weak tribe, he slowly builds an army, controls the economy, manipulates politics, and transforms the desolate land into an unstoppable empire. But as shadows from the past resurface, the mystery of the "Bone Crowned One," the curse of Solzareth, and the grand scheme of those who pull the strings behind the world begin to unfold—he realizes this game is far bigger than he ever imagined.

What happens when a world encounters an apocalypse it has never encountered before? When the appearance of dungeons and system changes the laws of society drastically, ability users are burderned with the duty to save the cities regardless of their age , health or class. What happens when three ability users along with a normal person meet each other through a situation no one could ever imagine happening? Is this destiny or the work of someone who is pulling strings behind the scenes?

Sam once struck fear into strickland as the towns most prolific serial killer, then he was shot dead. As he was preparing for hell he woke up in an unfamiliar place, inside an unfamiliar body. Now known as Grandis Delusio, Sam must navigate this new world and deal with the fallout of the new found emotions that he didn't have in his previous life. As he's learning about this new and incredible world he stumbles upon a string of murders. However, they were all done using his MO and even the signature nobody but himself ever knew about! Grandis will have to dive into his own mind to solve these murders, but by doing so he might learn the answer to questions he never asked.

A desperate Seraphina made a helpless choice years ago. Asking money from her husband, Adrian, who she doesn't remember marrying. Disgusted, he offers her a deal. “Sleep with me and I'll give you the money. But after that, never show me your face ever again!” Years later, a string tied to her sister's murder pulled her back into the city where her nightmares lived. But she wasn't going to be played anymore like last time. "Mr. Angry Man, leave my mommy’s hand!" A little boy punched Adrian’s leg. Adrian’s eyes darkened. "You have another child. Right after leaving me?" Seraphina pushed him away. "Leaving you? That wasn’t a marriage! It was a game, and I was your pawn! Stay away from me, Adrian!" "Stay away? After you played me again?" His smirk was dangerous. "Not happening, wifey." The past was buried, but Adrian wasn’t done with her. And when her ex-fiancé comes knocking, the truth of their marriage threatens to shatter everything. Because Seraphina isn’t the only one keeping secrets. With dangers lurking around Seraphina, will Adrian be her shield or be the reason for another disaster? But one thing is for sure, Adrian is going to claim his wife back!

John Reese was a scientist, not a warrior. Sent to study an anomaly deep in the Amazon, he and his team instead found something far worse—a power that rewrote their minds, twisted their reality, and bound them as slaves to an unseen will. Now free but forever changed, John discovers himself in a new world. Shaped by those who sought to control the Strings of Fate. As he walks the ruins of history, one truth becomes clear—he is an anomaly, unbound by fate, untouched by time. Will he unravel the threads of reality itself to break the cycle? Or will he take his place among the gods—and weave a new fate of his own?

Ripped away from his son and forced to fight against the world itself, TJ has no love for this new Divine System, but if he needs to fight to get back to his family, then he’ll embrace the monster within to see him again. The last couple of years have been rough, and after a string of unfortunate deaths in the family, TJ Harris has been left alone in the world, except for his son. When this Divine System rips Junior away from him and demands that he fight to reunite with his family. TJ is left with no other choice but to dive headfirst into a merciless battle against nature itself and his fellow Participants. Each person is offered the Quest to gain one of four Classes, and TJ is inexplicably drawn to the Neophyte. As a descendant of Kukulkan, he’s assured that this Class suits him… but will it give him the strength necessary to survive a world gone mad? Only one thing is certain: he’ll fight, he’ll bleed, and he’ll burn everything to the ground if it means finding his son again. What to expect: -Moderately slow progression. -Gritty fights. -Multiple supporting characters but one main POV -A System entirely based off of mythologies from around the world, though it will take time for that to be made as apparent to the MC. -Daily uploads for the first month. -An MC who grows to understand this new world. -Starting alone but developing a core cast that won't always be together

For centuries, the celestial echoes have remained silent until Kai, a lonely yet gifted musician, discovers an ancient instrument hidden in the ruins of an abandoned temple. The moment his fingers graze its strings, visions flood his mind memories of a love he has never lived but feels deep in his soul. As he seeks answers, Aerin, a mysterious woman, appears claiming to know the secrets of the instrument and the curse that binds them together. But in a world where fate can be rewritten and the past bleeds into the present, Kai must decide: Will he unravel the truth and risk everything for a love lost in time? Or will the celestial echoes remain unheard, fading into oblivion forever? A love story written in the stars, waiting to be played once more.

In a world dominated by seven super-corporations, the Longevity Species that always occupied the pinnacle of power didn't allow for the enactment of written laws. The Floating Islands of prisons delimited by lines on the map, where resources would inevitably run out in the future... People yearned for the birth of a true "Hero," yet they cynically awaited the fall of a Hero from grace. As long as one was hailed by the media as a Hero, even murder could be forgiven, and every word they said would be adored. Even high and mighty Elves dared not provoke the edge of a Hero. But if a Hero of the past committed even a minor offense, the moment their image crumbled, the forgiven sins would flare up like an inextinguishable furnace, and the stars of yesterday would instantly become unforgivable criminals... "—Come become a Hero, Russell." The most vicious criminal in the world thrust a knife into the boy's hand, whispering a low enticement. —————— Solo female lead, Beast Ears, Spiritual Energy, Mechanical Angels, and other elements. Cyber-fantasy. Please refrain if not to your liking.

A door unfolded before him. Evil thrived, and whispers spilled from within. The resentful compound eyes flickered and vanished, the presence longing to burst out was blocked inside, and the alluring murmurs echoed in the ear. The sticky, pink brain mumbled something. A figure cloaked in a yellow robe watched from a distance. A dark green presence, smelling of blood, roared. A string of wondrous soap bubbles released friendliness—and many, many guests. They sincerely invited Lu Li to join this mad party. Lu Li stepped in, his stride resolute and unwavering. He had no reason to refuse.

The Night Has Come, and kermesinus moon ascends in the sky. Hoarse whispers flow at the street corners, and brass steam machines spew out bloody mist. Your brain is singing a hymn, eyes are chanting a melody. Skin cracks, and flesh buds swell. Amidst the Mist, the wall of flesh that has devoured thousands of corpses wails endlessly— "Weep not, our players don't bite, they just want to play with you." Annan, the lone strategist, the top player, the savior of the mist-covered continent, the leader of the Thirteen Saints, the friend of the Twelve True Gods, the king of pioneers, "the Just", the Gatekeeper of the Fourth Calamity, the uncrowned deity, advised kindly.

During the demon-summoning ceremony, Aiwass finally recalled his past life's memories. This should be an online game that his family's company had released and operated for six years. Now, his foster father was the leader of the latest version's antagonist organization. He would expose his identity six years later, hesitate and then defect from the protagonist's side. Ultimately, because he decided to take a fatal strike meant for the player character, he was killed by his upright older brother in a transitional CG without even a chance to enter the main content. ——But the problem was not too significant. Aiwass also knew many secret advancement routes exclusive to the player character, as well as the Nurturing Secret Sequel regulations of the various Paths. He believed he could reverse his unfortunate fate…… So now there was only one issue left. "According to the original plot, shouldn't I have been rescued by the protagonist before this lousy ceremony even began?" Tied to the ceremonial altar as a sacrifice, Aiwass fell into contemplation. —————— Keywords: Victorian Fantasy, Amber Flow

Jacob Brown spent his old life chasing success, only to be crushed by failure at every turn. Now, reborn as 14-year-old Leo Mantine in a steampunk world where magic fuels invention and danger lurks behind progress, he’s given a second chance to carve out a future worth fighting for. But survival won’t come easy. From shadowy factions pulling the strings of society to secrets buried in ancient ruins, Leo must navigate a world where power is everything—and the weak are left behind. Armed with newfound abilities and the lessons of his past life, he’ll have to outthink, outmaneuver, and outlast those who would see him fail again. In a world of gears, sorcery, and ambition, will he finally rise above his failures—or will history repeat itself?

The battlefield of good and evil is eternal, the string of fate will spin, and the scales of destiny will teeter. Only karma will maintain the balance of power in the end.

Emerald Greene, a teacher with a broken heart, is rescued from drowning by a mysterious man. They start a no-strings-attached fling, but Emerald's world turns upside down when she discovers he’s the father of one of her students. Torn between being a mistress or letting him go, Emerald faces a choice that’s even harder when she realizes she needs him for revenge against her ex. Will she stay for love or leverage?

We start our adventure at a kids shelter where are mane character is he is a 15-year-old kid who has no parents he always has seen things that others could not see but he thinks its his mind playing tricks on him till one day turns his live around he was attacked by a monster lucky him and his friend got away and some other half-blood picked them up and talked about a camp for half-blood to live and train this camp is called Agora what will Hunter Nekros do will he live or will the fates snip his life string only they know but he is in for a wild ride. Author note: I will be taking ideas from the Percy Jackson books and the series on youtube called origins of Olympus to make my world but I will add my own ideas gods and such but there will be stuff from both. I started this book cuz of an idea I had and I liked making the first chapters so I thought y not see if other people would like to read it to feel free to comment on it if you like it I am not the best speller so feel free to comment on my mistake. This will be my 5 book I have made I will be working on the chapters at my own past for each book but I will put some over the others thank you for trying my books hope you enjoy and my the gods look over you.

014, a slave mercenary, dies only to awaken as Sidius—a powerless boy in a world ruled by strength. To save his dying sister, he tries to sell an old book, unaware of its hidden power. The moment he touches it, a system fuses with him, flooding his mind with memories of a hero. "You helped me big time, System. But I have no interest playing a hero." "I prefer playing in the shadows." But in the depths of those shadows, something far more sinister is already pulling the strings. Now, Sidius must unravel the secrets of his past, the universe, and the unseen force shaping his fate—before it’s too late...

Roen Kast was an architect crushed by his own blueprints—until he woke up in the Crack Void Era, a fractured world of floating islands and ruthless lords. Exiled as a waste by his noble family to the desolate Gray Mist Island, he’s got 72 hours before the rock collapses under his feet. Armed with a crumbling watchtower and a mysterious SSS-Grade Castle Evolution System, Roen vows to turn his exile into an empire. Absorbing island cores to evolve his castle, converting enemies into loyal guards at the cost of his own will, he’ll claw his way up from nothing. With a bug-phobic mercenary, a snarky noblewoman, and a cunning ex-saintess by his side, Roen faces wolves, knights, and a god pulling strings from the void. In a world where power is built brick by brick, he’ll either rise as the Crack Void’s master—or crumble with it.

Liliana Hill spent years perfecting the art of obedience—Graceful and Sheltered. She lived in a cage built by tradition and control. Deception came as naturally to her as breathing... until she met him. Nolan Alchys thrives in control—ruthless in the shadows, untouchable in the light. He never plays games he can't win. She tempts him and defies him, yet keeps him wanting more. "Careful," she warned, voice barely above a whisper. "I ruin people." He chuckled, leaning in. "Darling, I don't break that easily." What starts as curiosity spirals into obsession neither can resist, their entanglement is a battle of control, tangled in strings. But in a world where power dictates fate, freedom comes at a price. And for Liliana, the cost might be everything.

"31 Days: Origins" by Lapis L. Lazuli --Timeframe: 31st of October - 07th of November 2023 --Stage: UNKNOWN A black card with a silver mouse drags a twitchy schoolboy into a 31-day nightmare—underground, cutthroat, and damned relentless. 32 strangers, from killers to kids, claw through lethal games where brains and blood weigh the same. An AI whispers the rules, a shadowy outfit pulls the strings, and powers twist the odds. Alliances fray, secrets bleed, and one name—“Raiko”—haunts the chaos. Survival’s a gamble, trust’s a death sentence, and the truth’s a skull-crushing muse. What is humanity when the clock is ticking? ("31 Days: Origins" is the second novel in The "What is Humanity?/Lapis L. Lazuli" Lore and the first novel of the four-part "31 Days" Novel Series by Lapis L. Lazuli.)

--- Eternal Paradox Xylem Shion once ruled all of existence, yet even at the peak, he felt empty. When a forgotten voice calls out to him—"Save me..."—he awakens in a world where time itself shifts around him. Stripped of his ultimate power, Xylem embarks on a journey to reclaim his strength and rescue Elysia Valtara, his lost love. But as he unravels the mysteries of his past, he discovers a terrifying truth—Elysia is the reincarnation of the Saint of Eternity, and an entity beyond existence itself is pulling the strings. With fate against him and an enemy that even gods fear, Xylem has only one answer. "Then I’ll rewrite the verse itself."

Wealth, fame, power, uncharted frontiers, and boundless knowledge—those who seek it will stop at nothing to claim it. All his life, young Alesul has dreamed of becoming a Seeker—an explorer of the unknown, a pioneer of adventure. But what he doesn’t yet realize is that the world is far greater and far crueler than he could ever imagine. The strings of destiny stretch far and wide, weaving a path he never expected. What awaits this reckless, determined knucklehead? Only time will tell.