Heracles Twelve Labors

In the far future, humanity lives in the shadow of a forgotten technology—broken machines of immense power, their secrets lost. Twelve centuries after a war that nearly erased civilization, the last three solar systems remain locked in a pocket dimension. An archaeologist and her student, gifted with the ability to manipulate reality, begin a quest that will reveal not just humanity's lost history—but their own unexpected connection to the ultimate catastrophe.

In the mystical universe of Astralis, people can become empowered with great power due to the Zodiac Spirits, The highest form of heavenly beings embodying twelve zodiacs. Chosen born on the cusp chance have a Dual Zodiac Spirit, a blend of two zodiacs. Born at the cusp between Taurus and Aries, Orion hopes to be blessed by the zodiacs and enter the path of cultivation. In search of building power, he encounters friends and foes and trials testing their strength and intelligence. Will Orion set out to discover the secrets of ancient times and mold his destiny, or will his dreams come crashing down?

Merri Winslow caught the attention of two very dangerous men. Alexi Baranov and Nikolai Rushkin grew up together and were sworn blood brothers. When Alexi was rescued from the ruthless gang they belonged to at the age of twelve, he didn't forget Nikolai. He returned for him four years later and they set out on a journey to gain riches and power together. Once Merri unwillingly entered their lives nothing would remain the same. The bond between them would be forever broken because of lust and love. Who will Merri choose in the end? Alexi, the cruel boss who took her innocence or Nikolai, the man who cherishes her?

Mary is an ordinary kid to some, but crazy to others. I mean it’s not everyday someone says their dad and stepmother are gods. That’s exactly the case for Mary, and her twin brother Seth. The perfect school was made for her, and kids like her. Twelve Olympian High. Giver of quests and prophecies, and new training camp of heroes. Following the unfortunate accident of showing her powers to early, Mary was forced to go to the school She lives in Elysium with her stepmother Persephone and the heroes of legends shortly following the death of her mother. While Seth lived with Hades in main section of the Underworld. Not all demigods lived with their godly parents. It was uncommon, but not unheard of. Unknown to her that she has a special gift, and lives secluded in Elysium for her own protection. Now what will happen when the gods wage war against each other, and she’s caught in the middle? Part of the Twelve Olympians High series.

Interviewer: "Immortal Zhou Li, could you tell us why you created the orthodox methods and forged the twelve righteous paths, condensing twelve talismans to resolve ancient and modern disputes?" "Just to liven things up." Interviewer: "Well, I mean, did you reorganize the Great Ming Dynasty and plant the Seven Immortal Gourds based on the laws of myriad spirits, brewing the Spring of Spirit Qi for the glory of mankind or...?" "Just to really liven things up." Interviewer: "No, Immortal Zhou Li, I feel that you've done so much for humanity, for the Immortal Realm, and for Da Ming. Your purpose and starting point should be a bit more noble, such as...?" "Enough already, can't you see? I just wanted to bring some entertainment to the spiritually impoverished Great Ming Dynasty and everyone in the Cultivation World. Here, let's liven things up for everyone." The white-robed immortal pointed a finger, and alongside him, a chaotic and ferocious Ancient God swung indescribable and bizarre tendrils. Then, with a surge forward followed by a backflip, it landed stylishly, all the while muttering the delirious ramblings of an Ancient God. 【Damn, let's go, ignore it!】 "No fun? Who would cultivate without any fun?"

Twelve-year-old Oliver Hall’s life changes when he’s invited to Eastford Academy of Magic, a stunning school nestled in a valley surrounded by enchanting hills. Sorted into Ignis House with his new friends, Lily and Ethan, Oliver dives into a world of spellbinding classes, magical creatures, and thrilling adventures. But the academy isn’t without its challenges. Rivalries with the ambitious Umbra House and the mysteries of Eastford’s past test Oliver’s courage and friendship. As strange events threaten the school, Oliver must uncover his potential to protect the place he now calls home. A journey of magic, friendship, and self-discovery awaits!

Increasing might and unending endurance under the scorching sun, thickened skin harder than a diamond, and bodily fluids turning into lethal toxins; are a few examples of powers within a Zeal. A birthmark that forms a distinct symbol representing one of the twelve Gods known by the people as the Zodiac. Zeals are the ultimate gift, for aside from the superhuman ability, its bearer could wield magic based on the element of the God who bestowed them their mark. Although Nusterra is an isolated continent, surrounded by raging and stormy seas filled with monstrous beasts, it is a vast land overflowing with natural riches and mana. Nusterra has a long history of war and bloodshed. Twelve kingdoms emerged to power and for a long time, war with each other reached a deadlock. But, animosity turned to cooperation and an agreement of peace was made after an event that almost wiped out humanity. It happened more than a millennium ago, in the era known to man as the Age of Insanity. Chaos ruled over the land, making both beasts and man succumb to madness. Many thought it ended then, but its crumbs started to show itself and increased through time. A thirteenth territory, the nation of Decatris, was formed at the center of Nusterra after the Age of Insanity, serving as the symbol of peace between the twelve kingdoms and its enforcer. Now, with the growing cases of maddened beasts, Aeneas, a boy from the Proud Lion's kingdom of Pantera, aims to become a knight and a hero despite not bearing a Zeal from any of the twelve Zodiac Gods.

There was breaking news in Beijing. “Master Qiao’s wife for twelve years ran away! Without taking her son with her!” Rumors spread like wildfire. Some said that Master Qiao was two-faced with a cold attitude which led to an unhappy marriage. Others said his wife got together with another man. And a few said, their son was too ugly. One day, the little boy found Ye Jiaqi and cried,” Qiqi, daddy says I was bought from a pet shop.” “How can you buy such a gorgeous son from the pet shop,” Ye Jiaqi replied, “You were obviously won… From a lottery.” … Twenty years ago, he had spoiled her to the heavens. Twenty years later, he spoiled both of them to the heavens and back. And from then on, Master Qiao had only one person in his heart.

“How long has it been?” 10,000,000 Years, a period of time which he dwelled in the endless abyss as a captive of war. After his fall, he lost everything to the hands of those who stand above the heavens. The twelve gods of the constellations, the Primal Zodiacs! Creatures who descended down from the absolute light to consume all. He fought against them only to fall prey to their destruction, locked away in the endless Abyss. Astroth Vermont lost it all, his will, his empire, his powers and his mind, all he knew was despair. But that’s until he woke up, Returning back to the world as someone else. The Blackest Evil was reincarnated as the Tenth Young Master of the Reinhart Family. His return is going to shape the world, returning all into chaos! Will he exact his revenge? Who knows, welcome to the land of carnage

An angel, lost on Earth after failing to return to heaven, reincarnated as a human but retained his celestial powers. As he aged, the power became too much for his mortal body, leaving him lonely despite having siblings. He eventually made a close friend and, knowing his time was short, began distributing his powers through injections of his celestial blood. His friend was the first to receive powers, followed by the angel's sister and many others. To help these new power-bearers, the angel created a separate universe above Earth with a school where they could learn to harness their celestial aura. The angel ruled the school until his friend, seeking control, demanded a share. When the angel refused, the friend took over during his absence, ruling with an iron fist and sparking a deadly war. The angel returned to find his friend had married his sister, and they had a daughter. Heartbroken, the angel banished them and their followers to a sealed realm called Terra Firma. Before departing on another journey, he appointed twelve powerful beings to govern his universe and placed his niece and her descendants in charge of the school. Then, the angel disappeared, leaving his legacy behind.

Born with the cursed mark of the forgotten House of Hestia, Kael Ashen was destined for greatness—or so the gods claimed. Instead, he lived as a slave, mocked and beaten by the descendants of the Twelve, the powerful ruling families who wield the gods’ gifts as their own. When Kael’s defiance leads to his brutal death at the hands of Zeus’ heirs, his mark awakens a power greater than anyone could imagine. Thrown back to his younger self, Kael now has a second chance to rewrite his fate. The Twelve may rule from their thrones of privilege, but Kael knows their secrets and their weaknesses. With his fiery determination and the potential to surpass even the gods, he will rise from the ashes of his fallen house. The gods gave him this mark. Now, Kael will use it to destroy everything they stand for.

"I'm one game away from reaching the master rank! I'll do it tomorrow, though. A true gamer knows when to refresh his mind and increase his victory chances!" Adam smiled in anticipation as he went to sleep on this special day. However, he could have never imagined the surreal awakening that awaited him. "What's wrong with my voice?!"  "Claws? A tail and horns, too?" [Welcome to the demon realm. You have been selected to reincarnate as a Lord. Conquer this realm of fire and ashes, become its uncontested ruler... or die trying.] Reincarnated as an imp in the cruel demon realm, at the borders of the mythological demon Baal's territory, his life seemed doomed from the start. However, determination sparkled in his eyes as against all odds, he defiantly proclaimed. "No matter who decided to make me start as an imp, watch as I turn into a veritable devil. Even Baal won't hold a candle against me in the future!" Equipped with his unique talent, he started his lord's journey, ready to evolve and prove to those strange realms that demons were more than violent and deceptive creatures... at least he would try. ----------------------- Welcome everyone! You can expect a mix of gods/demons from almost every pantheon (even the more obscured ones) and mythological figures, like Heracles, Wukong, Muramasa, Achilles, Merlin, Cu Chulainn, and many others! Please do check out my first book if you enjoy fantasy stories. :)

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.

[Anovolda] In a world ruled by a powerful Overlord who has defeated gods, monarchs, and even immortals, nothing remains to challenge THEM. "Yuri.” Bored with THEIR perfect reign, THEY sought excitement through playful destructions. But… at some point, even that lost its thrill. “Go and gather the twelve monarchs.” As the twelve monarchs from different realms gather at THEIR command, the Overlord makes an unexpected announcement—THEY will step down, THEIR subjects would build the greatest academy ever known, and guide the Future. “Haaaa…” TEHIR goal: to challenge fate once more, this time as a student in a school like no other, and live THEIR once forgotten life of a mortal. “My name is Zora.” … “N-no! I didn’t agree to this…!” … “Who would have thought? Huhuhu~.” … “What do you mean I can’t have a harem?” The countdown to THEIR return has begun, and the world is about to witness a new kind of Rule in a different form.

After the Creator Dragon's death, chaos spreads in the divine world, but the mortal realm remains calm. On the strongest continent, Ye Xiaotian, a peerless cultivation genius and husband to the Celestial Phoenix Sect's master, is betrayed. Ambushed at an ancient relic, he is crippled and abandoned by his wife, who divorces him publicly and exiles him to the Desolate Extreme Continent. There, Ye Xiaotian discovers the black rock that he found in the relic containing the spirit of an ancient expert. The expert, from beyond the mortal world, grants Ye Xiaotian his body, sealed cultivation, and a mysterious egg, telling him to feed it his blood every month for twelve month. With newfound strength, Ye Xiaotian begins his journey to reclaim his power, dominate the mortal and divine worlds, and confront those who wronged him. Will Ye Xiaotian rise to greatness, and will his ex-wife regret he decision?What is this egg for. A tale of revenge, rebirth, and boundless destiny unfolds.

In a world where loyalty is everything, how do you know who to trust? At twelve years old, Alexis was taken in by the notorious Blackthorn gang after losing her family. Raised among criminals, she learned to suppress her softer side to survive in their harsh world. Now seventeen, she’s known as the Blackthorn Princess—a title that signifies both her belonging and the heavy price she’s paid for it. When an arranged marriage to Dillion, the son of a rival gang leader, is proposed to strengthen alliances, Alexis reluctantly agrees. But Dillion is not what he seems. Beneath his charming exterior lies the Phantom—a masked figure determined to destroy the Blackthorns from within, driven by a thirst for vengeance tied to his family’s tragic past. As Alexis and Dillion grow closer, their connection blurs the lines between love and betrayal. When secrets unravel and loyalties are tested, Alexis must decide where her true allegiance lies—with the family who raised her or the boy who’s stolen her heart. But in a world fuelled by revenge and power, love may not be enough to save them both.

[Rising Star II Entry] In a world of gates and hunters, a set of twins; products of years of research and developments in a hunter training facility (The Cradle) were successful conceived— A masterpiece with the power to become the strongest hunter in history and the other a faliure and liability that was to be disposed of. However, following a certain incident their identities were mixed up. Twelve Years Later, Arc Stollen, a kind-hearted, cheerful boy who had a dream of becoming the world's greatest hunter but was also deemed the cradle's faliure was scheduled for disposal. However, at the moment of his death, he awakened the overlord system— the power of an evil king 5000 years ago who tried to take over the world. Not just that, he was saved by Ragnarok; a criminal organization who follows the ideals of that same overlord. At that point, Arc found himself at a crossroad— To try following his dream of becoming a hunter, or cast his old self aside and join Ragnarok. Explore the story of a kindhearted optimist who has to face the ugliness of the world and lose his light in the process, slowly undergoing a transformation into the world's greatest villain RELEASE SCHEDULE: WED—SUN

Alfred, a history teacher on Earth is suddenly thrown into the body of Prince Alfred Lindonfall, the twelve-year-old prince and heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Ammar. With the abrupt death of his father, the responsibility to rule a Kingdom falls on his shoulders. Having to navigate a medieval court and world, his journey to creating an empire and putting his knowledge into practice sees him become a man he never knew he could be, being shaped by the new world and unique circumstances he faces. There are many characters who get a lot of focus and can be called a lead in their own right, but I won't put their character descriptions in as it would be too much of a spoiler for chapters in future. A rough map of the local realm: pls don't laugh I know it's bad. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/1064890274397856571/ If unable to see its also in the first chapter comments now. Cover Art: not mine so here is the credit. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/351912463658203/

[Webnovel Spirity Awards 2025 Entry] In a world of magic and machines, Blaine Lionheart had been proclaimed a once-in-a-lifetime genius since he was still just a child. Born to the Legendary Warrior who had earned himself the moniker of 'Supreme Sword', Blaine was seemingly destined for greatness from the moment he first opened his eyes. He awakened to his unique Mana Art at the age of eight and entered the Kingdom's Royal Guard at the age of twelve. However, despite all of this... There was one thing that the boy genius could never do. Protect the people he cared about. No matter how hard he tried... Everyone he cared about would slowly slip through his hands, with him powerless to save them. And now that he's being reassigned to be the princess's bodyguard... Blaine can only hope that history doesn't repeat itself. No... He wouldn't let it! ____________________________________ Hello, this is the author here! Please give my new story a read! Comments and reviews would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for supporting my book! Discord Server Link: https://discord.gg/dNYtjKM63v (This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental)

As someone who had always aspired to live a laid-back life, Xu Lin received the news of his hometown's old house's demolition at the age of 24. As a result he would be compensated with about 5 million. But before he could grasp the feeling of being a second-generation displaced person , he blinked and found himself back in the green years of being 17. Now, he had to embrace the "salted fish" state once again and wait for another 7 years. Despite his initial thoughts, a peculiar thing happened due to a confession incident, disrupting his plans. [Congratulations Host on activating the Twelve Zodiac Love System!] Thus his fate became entangled with 12 different types of girls... ============ Translation Disclaimer: I do not own the rights to this novel. I am solely responsible for the translation efforts. If you like the novel, please help me by giving a review and power stones. This series is currently being hosted on Hiraethtranslation. For advanced chapters : https://hiraethtranslation.com/novel/i-really-didnt-want-to-increase-my-favorability/

In a world divided by towering walls, society is split into four their, each layer a stark reminder of one's place in the hierarchy. From the labor-bound populace of Wall One to the wealthy aristocrats of Wall Three, every citizen's life is dictated by the rules of their tier. At the pinnacle, behind the impregnable Fourth Wall, reside the General's council of seven who wield absolute authority, overseeing the realms below with iron-fisted precision.

"In the spaces between ones and zeros, worlds are born and die at the whim of their creators. Each keystroke births new lands, each click shapes civilizations, and every careful adjustment weaves the fabric of reality itself. Time flows differently in these digital realms—centuries can pass in moments, while a single day might stretch across millennia. Within these spaces, creators are gods, architects of existence who breathe life into empty bytes, crafting histories that span eons and cultures that echo through carefully constructed time. " Before a glowing screen in a quiet room, Estelle sat in front of a monitor displaying the map of the World of Astris. Her eyes were hollow with exhaustion, finger hovering over the deletion prompt—just a single click could wipe away twelve years of creation in an instant. What began as an escape had become a prison, each of its 67,934 item files a weight upon her shoulders, every revision another chain binding her to this digital realm. Yet as she prepared to end it all, an unexpected option presented itself, one that would blur the line between creator and creation in ways she never imagined.

In a world riddled with oddity and mystery, Dane finds himself right in the middle of something big. The origin of Iotils, the Twelve, and the mysterious Mirror Lady, all mysteries the lone man will be forced to unwrap.

Twenty-year-old Miriam Weston woke up stranded on the luxurious beaches of the Kingdom of Pi with no recollection of how or why she ended up there. Rescued by her half human, half dragon guard Kier, Miriam is taken to get medical attention when it hits her; this isn't HER world. Originally named Laney Vanders, the last thought she remembers from her original plane of existence was getting hit by a vase really hard on the back of her head. Now as Miriam, she needs to figure out what happened to the fallen kingdom of Aqua that has disbalanced the twelve kingdoms existence and harmony and solve why the kingdom of Ophiuchus is making things worse rather than better. But how does she play into this? And why is the threat spreading into the other kingdoms EXCEPT Ophiuchus? With the help of Kier, it's up to her to save the kingdoms, and figure out if she should go back, or accept this existence she fell into.

The young master of the Thorne family, Adrian Thorne, one of the twelve great families on the floating cloud continent had it all, wealth, power and a beautiful fiancee........ until he didn't. When he returned home from his training in the mountains after receiving a strange necklace from his father, he was shocked to find his whole family massacred by the people of demonic faction. Ambushed and injured, he thinks that the end is near until a drop of blood causes the necklace to emit a dazzling light just as he passes out. Adrian wakes up to find his pursuers dead. Shocked and still in grief, he searches his home to find his younger brother and a servant girl still alive. Vowing to take revenge on those that destroyed their family, the group of three wander off into the night. With his new inheritance, will Adrian be able to have his revenge and be able to rebuild his family with just the three of them? And who helped the demonic faction ambush the Thorne family? Please show your support through votes and comments.

In the Sainted Lands of Kirith, there are two forms of magic: the animalistic Beastly Arts and the elemental Twelve Paths. On a continent where anyone can be born with the means to break the world, one must strive to either maintain the balance, or break it in a way of their own choosing. Teren is an apprentice Gravecaller, one set to walk down the Path of Death. When his master gets a mission in the far off Crater City of Merdz, he finds himself facing a threat that could plunge this strange city into chaos.

Note: This story is also uploaded on Royal Road under my name CelestialWordsmith. In a world overrun by monstrous beasts impervious to magic and military might, humanity teeters on the brink of extinction. Desperation to survive awakened a hidden potential within humans—mutations that unlocked a strange, untapped energy. With this newfound power, the remnants of civilization began to fight back, carving out fragile havens amidst the chaos, divided into twelve nations. Amid this struggle, 15-year-old Aamir Singh, an unassuming but fiercely determined warrior-in-training, steps onto the stage of destiny. Haunted by the loss of his family and driven by an unwavering desire to protect others, Aamir embarks on a journey that will test his courage and unravel the secrets of his past. Alongside Riya, a brilliant and enigmatic magic user, and a diverse band of allies, Aamir faces relentless beasts and uncovers darker forces manipulating the world’s downfall. As ancient prophecies resurface and hidden truths about his heritage come to light, Aamir must harness the strange energy within him to turn the tide of destruction. In a battle against time, treachery, and the shadows threatening to engulf their world, Aamir becomes a beacon of hope. Will he rise as the savior humanity desperately needs, or will the darkness within and around him consume everything? His journey will decide the fate of nations, the survival of mankind, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

Kai's life has been nothing short of brutal ever since his parents were killed. It's a life filled with constant torture and forced labor while constantly being ridiculed. He can no longer handle it... until one day he doesn't have to, Kai dies and much to his surprise he's been given a second chance at life after being reincarnated into a new magic filled world. Will he use this as a chance to live the life his parents always wanted him to live? or does fate have something else in store for Kai?

Lucius Sanderson, is what you would call the “complete package.” He’s young, handsome, and possesses a body I sometimes wish I have. And I'm a girl! He’s got everything one could think of, boats mansions, flourishing companies and even me. Lucius is known for one thing.. His Life changing contracts and owning the person after... Entangled with one of the worst contract one can think of, I have to work for him for rest of my twenties all because my silly ass didn't read the contract that day. I saved my father and cleared my debts, but at what expense? My labor! Half of my life! I have the the opportunity to lessen my years, but at what expense again? My body...

The plains of Druvan'hal'or have fallen under the iron grip of the Orc Kingdom, ruled by Ragnar Brorhaz, a tyrant consumed by his thirst for power. The villagers live in misery, forced to labor under the constant threat of violence. Amid this destruction, a young man named Ardan Kael from the village of Erindor resolves to fight back, unaware that he is the last surviving heir to the long-lost Kingdom of Kaelvoria. With the aid of Eira Lyndor, a runaway princess, Ardan leads a rebellion that could reshape the fate of humanity in Druvan'hal'or. Yet, Ardan's challenges are not limited to external threats. Internal conflicts often shake his resolve. As an inexperienced young leader, he is haunted by the weight of guilt for the lives lost in his struggle. At the same time, the growing bond between him and Eira forces Ardan to confront a heart-wrenching dilemma: can he place the needs of his people above his own happiness? This burden turns Ardan's journey into more than just a war against the Orcs—it becomes a quest to discover his true self. In the midst of their fight, Ardan and Eira uncover ancient ruins that conceal a power capable of stopping the Orcs. However, to claim it, they must navigate treachery, inner turmoil, and the relentless threat of Ragnar Brorhaz, who will stop at nothing to dominate the lands of humankind. With Ardan's leadership, Eira's courage, and the support of their allies, this rebellion will determine the future of Druvan'hal'or: freedom or total annihilation. Through every trial, Ardan and Eira stand together, their unyielding determination the beacon of hope for a land engulfed in darkness. The battle for Druvan'hal'or is not just a clash of swords—it is a fight for survival, love, and the enduring spirit of humanity.