Apollo Socks

Cristiano was just a skinny kid from the hills of Madeira with a dream too big for his small world He didn’t have the best boots the cleanest jersey or even a healthy heart What he had was hunger Obsession And a promise to himself To become the best in the world Number 7: Born To Break Limits is a fictionalized motivational novel about the early journey of Cristiano Ronaldo Told with raw emotion and dramatic intensity this story follows a boy who runs hills before sunrise juggles socks in alleyways and refuses to stop even when the world tells him to From poverty to pressure From tears to trophies This is the story of what it really takes to break limits

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Yun Hao died in the most ridiculous way—crushed by a falling ramen billboard during a late-night snack run. He wakes up in the Lesser Heavenly Realm, a world where people fly on swords, cultivate spiritual energy, and battle divine beasts. His golden finger? A beta-version cultivation system... Full of glitches, bad translations, and quests like: “Survive a spirit beast attack without moving for 3 minutes. Reward: One used sock.” With zero combat skills, a system that crashes mid-battle, and rewards that are borderline useless, Yun Hao must rely on his wits, sarcasm, and sheer dumb luck to survive. To the outside world, he looks like a mysterious genius with an unconventional path. But behind the scenes? It’s just one guy struggling with a broken interface and enemies way out of his league. A hilarious, chaotic, and unpredictable journey of cultivation, system failures, and unintended legendary status.

Apollo was a genius who was talented enough to achieve big things in his life, but because of a rare genetic disorder, everything came to an abrupt end. But when he thought everything was done, he again opened his eyes to another world as the baby of a noble family. Knowing that this might be his second chance, he decided to do everything he could to create a good and free life for himself. But surprisingly, this world is not simple, as there are beings with extraordinary power who can control the lives and deaths of others, giants who can crush mountains, dragons who can burn the seas, and many more. So now, to truly achieve his goals, Apollo needs to learn and adapt to this new world where life and death can be matters of thought.

In a world of magic, a boy wishes to be the wizard king of his nation called Apollo, so he works to get stronger to win the title while fighting shady crime syndicates, the job people are too scared to do and leave normally leave it to the incapable hands of the police.

so, reincarnation huh? "a lot of good... a lot of bad... balanced karma." "good news you get one boon to bring with you to the next life. unfortunately for you though, you don't get to choose. totally random. ready?" join Apollo in his new life where through sheer luck (good or bad?) is raised by an all hungry, all dominant and all loving hivemind who will burn the galaxy just to see him smile. Hi, I hope you enjoy my novel. It is quite the slow burner so I hope you stick with it. https://discord.gg/uscKDXNxgj

In the world of haute couture jewelry, 20-year-old Wen Ran, a gifted but sheltered protégé of legendary craftsman Bai Weiliang, embarks on a quest to reclaim her late grandfather’s treasured heirloom—a delicate filigree perfume box displayed as a prize in the prestigious "Apollo Jewelry Design Competition." To win it, she infiltrates Carlile, a rival luxury brand led by the enigmatic Yan Wangshu, a charismatic CMO whose icy demeanor hides a fascination with Wen Ran’s talent and resilience. As Wen Ran navigates corporate politics, jealous rivals, and her growing attraction to Yan Wangshu, she must confront her insecurities and the shadows of her past. From the jasmine-scented gardens of M Country to Shanghai’s glittering elite, their relationship evolves from suspicion to mutual admiration, blurring the lines between ambition and desire. But when secrets about Wen Ran’s true identity threaten both her mission and Yan Wangshu’s authority, they must choose between loyalty to their companies and the unexpected bond forged in fire. A story of artistry, legacy, and the price of ambition, Jasmine and Obsidian weaves intricate family drama with slow-burn romance, asking: Can love bloom where trust is carved from betrayal?

Apollo Musashi, the main character is a hard worker. Training each day to get stronger and stronger. He has aspirations of being above everything and has the will to make it happen. With this story I dream of bringing back old Shounen and characters that are mean in just the right way. I've seen many new shows try to make their characters as nice as possible, and although I'm making my character nice, he going to be a bit of a pain in the ass. I'm going to try to make the most realistic characters I can make within the confines of this verse. I watch most things nowadays realizing many of these character are just too unbelievably nice with no outbursts and I find that entirely unrealistic. No, I'm not going to have a harem for the main character, because that too I believe is entirely unrealistic from the real world. Without a further adue, I hope you like it.

Summoned to another world with the unique skill [Gacha Draw], Takuya Minami thought he would become the main star. But in reality… he kept pulling useless items— – An apple. – Smelly socks. – A leaky bucket. Labeled as the weakest hero in history, he was kicked out by the king and laughed at by the entire kingdom. But one day, while nearly starving to death in the forest... SSR Acquired — "Seven Legendary Maidens of Calamity" With a world-destroying summon, hidden buffs, and insane luck, Lio rises again. And this time, he will become the strongest. "I'm not the Trash Hero anymore."

[WSA Entry 2025] They say a god cannot fall. Apollo would like a word. Cast out of Olympus for giving mortals a prophecy they were never meant to hear, the once-golden deity finds himself stripped of power, name, and worship. Now he’s just a half-frozen stranger bleeding in a ditch, trying to remember how to be human without losing what made him divine. But the world below is not as he left it. Cities rot, old powers stir, and the threads of fate unravel where no loom should reach. Something is shifting in the dark, something even the gods did not foresee. Apollo was sentenced to live as a mortal for ten circuits of the sun. He plans to survive them. But survival is no guarantee of peace and power, once given, is rarely forgotten.

Jang Beom Seok is used to being watched. Idol since age 15, center of the stage, youngest in BTSB—he’s polished, beloved, and quietly unraveling. So he vanishes. Not dramatically—just one hoodie, one mask, and a bus seat in the back. That’s where he meets Seo Jin-ah, the sarcastic, ramen-slinging, anime-loving stranger who thinks his stage name sounds like “Bomb Socks.” She doesn’t recognize him. And strangely… he doesn’t want her to. As their paths cross—through drizzle-soaked commutes, ramen shop nights, and tangled misunderstandings—Beom Seok slips deeper into a life he was never supposed to have.

The clock on my bedroom wall ticked past midnight, its soft clicks drowned out by the growl of my stomach. I, Haruto Tanaka, high school second-year and self-proclaimed master of procrastination, was facing a crisis of epic proportions: I was starving. Not just “I could eat a snack” starving, but “I might sell my soul for instant ramen” starving. “Ugh, why didn’t I grab something after club?” I groaned, flopping onto my bed. The kendo club had run late, and I’d been too lazy to stop by the convenience store. Now, my fridge was a barren wasteland, and my wallet was crying somewhere under a pile of manga. As I stared at the ceiling, a wild idea struck me. “What if… I summon food?” I sat up, grinning like an idiot. Okay, hear me out. Last week, I’d found this weird old book in the school library’s “do not borrow” section. It was called The Grimoire of Minor Conveniences, and it had spells for stuff like “find lost socks” or “make your tea the perfect temperature.” I’d skimmed it during

Justice. It’s what everyone deserves. Humans go from planet to planet freeing them from tyrants and implanting new ideologies. Jackson Nefertiti was apart of these special humans. After spending his entire life with the Justice Federation, Jackson was on one of his last missions before he was to be promoted. This day would be when his life changed forever. ______ AN: This novel is more of a fun thing for me so there will not be much consistency in upload schedule. I will try to get 1-2 big chapters out every week

In a world where villains are crafted, not born, Vyan's life takes a detour from dull to downright dramatic faster than he can say "abracadabra." Meet Vyan, the most ordinary knight in the realm, with all the magical prowess of a damp sock. Loyalty? He's got it in spades. Betrayal? Well, that's the surprise twist in his not-so-fairy-tale life. Framed and forsaken, Vyan is left with nothing but a grudge and some pretty gnarly scars, courtesy of his once-master, Iyana. Oh, did he mention she is the daughter of a marquess and the object of his unrequited affection? Talk about adding insult to injury. Just when he is ready to unleash his inner berserker, a butler comes along with news that makes his hair stand on end: Vyan is the last heir of the Grand Duke's mage dynasty! With power crackling at his fingertips and more mana than he can shake a wand at, Vyan is ready to show the world what happens when you underestimate the underdog. Will Vyan rise from the ashes like a phoenix, or will he crash and burn like a fire-breathing chicken? There's only one way to find out.

Shelly is a 36 year old house wife who falls down the stairs of her townhouse and into a beast world. She is saved by a leopard named Parker and brought back to the leopard tribe. Parker is first entranced by her beauty, but he looses interest because she tells him she is infertile when he talks about making cubs. Parker brings Shelly to Dr. Harvey to see if he can cure her infertility. Harvey is interested in her because she knows about his “medicine” and she teaches him new cooking and health techniques. They go to the City of Beasts to avoid Curtis and meet Winston. When he is humiliated by the fox, Shelly openly expresses her interest and accepts him. She meets David the bear beastmen who looks like her husband when he offers her some honey bbq. The Ape King becomes suspicious of her when she reveals a prophecy about the City of Beasts destruction. Shelly introduces spa treatments to females and becomes very successful! I knew I shouldn’t carry things downstairs, but I was trying to clean quickly because we had company coming later that day. I was rushing while wearing my fuzzy socks and slipped on the carpeted stairs. I had fallen before, but not from this high up. I was dreading the bumpy landing with our TV and speakers at the bottom to break my fall, not to mention the glass coffee table. I was expecting to be heavily injured and just prayed I didn’t die. I closed my eyes and braced myself for the fall, but was surprised to land on dew covered grass instead. I opened my eyes and took in the plush forest around me. ‘I knew that fall would kill me one of these days!’ I thought to myself. I remember arguing with David, my husband about playing the speakers and TV at the base of the stairs for that exact reason, but our small living room didn’t have much space to put it after the giant L shaped couch took up half of the living room. Shocked, I was thinking, ‘ So this is not what I expected Heaven to look like!, Where are the clouds and pearly gates? Where are the angels? Maybe I just hit my head and am unconscious and this is all a dream?’ Looking around at the tallest trees I had ever seen, I decided this had to be a dream. I was brought back to focus when I heard wolves nearby! I got up and started to run away looking for a tree I might climb up. I was always good in gymnastics despite being overweight. My husband and I had recently started going on morning walks and exercising, but I hated running. Nothing is more motivating than a pack of hungry wolves chasing you. “This is not the way I wanted to die!” I yelled to no one in particular. I found a tree with a low enough branch for me to parkour my way up. The wolves circled the tree and were jumping almost high enough to get me. I tried to climb higher, but heard the branch start to creak. “Ahh, someone help me!!!” I screamed at the top of my lungs when one of the wolves almost got my foot. * This is a fan fiction based off of 'Beauty and the Beasts' by White-Headed Dream. I love the beast world novels and decided to write my own from my own life. I hope you like it, this is my first time writing for the competition. If you like it, please vote. And if you don’t like it, please find another book you like. No negative comments please, only positive ones. Thank you! Warning: Contains violence and some mature content.

What would you do if you suddenly gained the power to modify the characteristics of items with no apparent limit? ======================================= Apollo, a regular 16 year old guy dies at the hands of our favorite truck-kun. Watch as he wakes up in an unfamiliar place with an OP power and become the supreme ruler. Will he succeed with the help of all the novels and fan fictions he read? Or will his name fade in the void. ======================================= This is my first novel, suggestions are always appreciated

Three Realms. One Earth. No Mercy. When the world collapses, survival isn't a choice—it's war. A cataclysmic quake didn’t just shatter continents—it merged three realms into one, throwing humanity into a world filled with mutated beasts, ancient demons, and forgotten magic. The skies are wrong. The animals have changed. Earth is now a war zone of gods, monsters, and survivors. Apollo, a quiet, sharp-witted African teenager, just wants to find his brother and get his family back. But that mission turns deadly fast. He’s hunted by evolved hyenas, venomous serpents the size of cars, and things that defy logic. Then he meets a stranded Demon Lord—wounded, bitter, powerful. The demon offers him something no one else can: a way to survive. But nothing comes free. Their uneasy alliance drags Apollo into a conflict far bigger than he imagined—one rooted in the sins of a fallen Goddess who broke the realms to save her own. Now, power shifts, secrets unravel, and something ancient stirs in the dark—watching, waiting, and ready to finish what the Goddess started. In this new world, survival means adaptation. And Apollo? He’ll either rise—or be erased.

Rose Petunia Wynthrope never asked to be extraordinary—she just wanted a quiet life of potion mishaps, late-night spell doodles, and maybe a muffin that didn’t try to bite her back. But when she’s thrust into the running to become the next Grand Sorceress, Rose must survive a series of unpredictable magical trials, a horde of overly dramatic witches, and her own wildly unstable powers. With her only allies being a sarcastic storm cloud named Nimbus and a wand with trust issues, Rose must outwit enchanted bureaucracy, dodge ancient curses, and embrace the beautiful chaos that makes her magic her own. Equal parts enchanting and ridiculous, Witch Hazel and Brimstone is a darkly comedic fantasy filled with wayward spells, sentient socks, and one witch’s reluctant rise to something almost resembling greatness.

Aimless and withdrawn, Kei never expected much from life—not connection, not purpose, and definitely not redemption. But when he downloads Sanctum of the Forsaken, a strange mobile game where a forgotten village worships him as their god, everything begins to change. Trapped in a crumbling world of prayers and monsters, he’s forced to protect those who believe in him using fragile miracles and growing faith. But as the villagers depend on him, he finds himself depending on them just as much. Through their hope, their trust, and even their pain, Kei begins to change—slowly becoming someone stronger, someone needed, someone real. Because sometimes, saving others is the only way to save yourself.

A normal protagonist, who doesn't know the meaning of dual cultivation, got a mysterious drop of blood and cultivation vein from an immortal master, who was on his last line. ''Do you accept, my inheritance, and this responsibility to protect them'' As immortal master's last words fade, he got an invincible inheritance, that allows him to have a path of immortality for himself but with another opportunity in his hands which comes from drop of blood. "Yes senior, I vow to obey your wish and protect them with my life" he said to himself after old man soul's dispersed, he was in disbelief and utterly socked to see a particular part of inheritance in his mind as it has something totally different meaning from inheritance he had seen. HOLY FUCK... Let's know about the name and the inheritance, received by him from an immortal master, in the upcoming chapters of the story....

Kim Hajun, 25, a former corporate slave, now lives the dream—managing a small shop no one cares about in a city full of hunters and monsters. His legendary SSS-rank skill? [Unseen by Higher Beings], which makes him literally invisible to gods, demons, and even bosses looking to assign overtime. His only summon? Gruk, a max-level goblin with a sharp tongue, unmatched intelligence, and zero patience for anyone except his lazy boss. Together, they run a low-effort shop that somehow survives selling potions, dull swords, and socks. But as ancient powers awaken and dark guilds move behind the scenes, this unassuming store becomes the eye of the storm. Kim Hajun just wants to nap. Gruk just wants peace and accounting books. The world? It wants them both—dead or worse: involved.

Nation – Vaelora, a fast-rising island nation obsessed with speed, strength, and honor. After decades of internal conflict, Hasteball was created to unite the youth through competition and resolve. --- The Sport: Hasteball Objective: Score more points than the opposing team by throwing the ball into small, semi-circle shaped goal posts. Match Duration: 60 minutes (2 halves, 30 minutes each). Field: Rectangular grassy pitch, marked at the halfway line. Team Setup: 5 active players 3 substitutes 1 coach and 1 captain (identified by a colored wristband) Start: Coin toss. Defensive player begins play from their goal line. Passing: Hand passes and throws only. Legs can’t touch the ball. Scoring: Each goal = 1 point. Fouls: Touching the ball in another player’s hand: forced drop or foul. Physical contact (grabbing/hitting): foul and 1-point deduction. Serious fouls: point deducted + free run awarded. Equipment: Team jersey, shorts, long socks, knee pads, sleeves, face guard, colored captain wristband. --- Positions (Unique to Hasteball): 1. Blitzer – The fastest player. Specializes in breakaways and counterattacks. Starts plays after interceptions. 2. Anchor – The defensive wall. Guards the goal area and initiates resets. 3. Threader – Playmaker. Reads the field and creates pass paths—must have elite reflexes. 4. Pulse – The stamina core. Covers the most ground, links defense to offense. 5. Shockline – Aggressive scorer. Handles direct shots on goal, specializes in dodging and scoring under pressure. --- Main Characters: 1. MC – Kael Drayden Team: Valkyris Haste Academy Position: Shockline A violent genius with unmatched agility and an obsession with becoming the "Fastest to Score." He plays recklessly, often clashing with teammates and coaches. He views Hasteball not just as a sport—but as war. Driven by the thrill of outpacing everyone, he constantly challenges tradition. 2. Deuteragonist – Mizu Taiyo Team: Valkyris Haste Academy Position: Threader Calm, smart, and underestimated. He has quick reflexes, a strategic mind, and often plays the role of a glue guy. Though not physically imposing, he can outthink almost any opponent and is Kael’s emotional anchor—and eventual best friend.

Man, Woman, children, Elderly and even the sick and even infants are all inexplicably teleported to the bottom floor of a tower, separated in groups of 1000 each in a subfloor of their own. Two gas station workers Apollo and Clare are no exception as they find themselves in the ruins of a city with 998 other strangers, a forest just a hundred meters from the city entrance and monsters ready to tear into their flesh if they dare to step inside. As the two ascend the tower what will they gain but also lose? I'm writing for fun and only when i feel like it so don't expect consistent uploads.

Every 1000 years the eclipse happens, someone said if you wish during an eclipse it will come true. Apollo and Luna wish to go into the strange world whose magic is everywhere. and they are reincarnated but they are separated. what will happen next? they will be able to see each other again?.

Vivian Montgomery has never been denied anything in her life. Beautiful, ambitious, and cunning, she always gets what she wants. And right now, she wants Damian Lancaster—the enigmatic billionaire who commands power and prestige with effortless ease. But there’s one problem. He’s already given his heart away… to his dog. Apollo, a sleek and intelligent Doberman, is more than just a pet—he’s Damian’s closest companion, his most trusted confidant. And when Damian falls for the kind-hearted Celeste, it’s clear the dog approves. But Vivian refuses to be cast aside. If Apollo is the gatekeeper to Damian’s heart, then she will find a way past him—at any cost. Her schemes begin small—treats, forced affection, calculated charm—but Apollo sees through her every move. When winning the dog’s trust fails, Vivian turns to darker methods. If she can’t make Damian’s dog love her, maybe she can make him disappear. But Apollo is not so easily defeated. And when Celeste and the dog uncover Vivian’s true nature, a dangerous game of deception and revenge begins. Can love truly be measured by loyalty? And when the battle for Damian’s heart turns deadly, will the billionaire see the truth before it’s too late? Betrayal, obsession, and a love unlike any other—welcome to a story where the fiercest rival isn’t another woman… but a dog.

I was squatting on the steps of the Acropolis, clutching the terracotta goblets I had just bought, and watching this old man with bare feet bickering in the marketplace. The olive crown on his head was tilted to one side, his old robes were stained with mud, but his eyes shone as if they were burning through marble pillars. "Is this young Socrates?" I poked at the golden ball of light floating in the air. "Are you sure he's not a vagabond?" "Target Intelligence Level detected: SSS." The cold voice of the system sounded in the ear, "The host is advised to immediately perform the task of receiving students, remaining time: 2 hours 59 minutes." I touched the linen bag around my waist, which contained the system's "starter pack" - a bag of Skittles, two spring-loaded fist toys, and three glowing glass marbles. According to the instructions, these 21st century gadgets will conquer any ancient sage. "Get out of the way!" A rude roar interrupted my thoughts. Three strong men in purple cloaks pushed through the crowd, the leader with a bronze dagger at his side. Socrates, you are again deluding the citizens with your fallacies! The consul has decreed..." I jumped up and hit my lower back against the pillar and gasped in pain. The system said failure would turn me into a hamster, and I don't want to store food for winter on my fuzzy cheeks. When the strong man's fist was about to touch the tip of Socrates' nose, I swung my spring fist. "Snap!" Bronze wrist guards collide with plastic fists, and springs suddenly stretch like a silver snake around a strong man's wrist. The crowd exclaimed, and even Socrates widened his eyes. I slipped Skittles into his hand. "Taste this, the nectar of the gods from Mount Olympus." The blue-robed philosopher licked the colored candy hesitantly, and his gray beard popped up. "Sweet! And fruity! Young man, are you the atomic messenger of Democritus?" "Detected the target character's favorability +50%," the system's voice suddenly becomes cheerful, "invite the host to philosophical enlightenment." I stared at the ripped socks sticking out of the corner of Socrates' robe, and suddenly remembered what I had read in my high school textbook. In 399 BC, the philosopher would drink poisoned wine for "corrupting the youth." Now, like a child, he was handing out candy to the wildcats by the road, and the purple cloaks were stamping their feet with anger. "Sir," I pulled out the last item, "would you like to play a triage game?" The glowing glass marble rolled in the palm, reflecting a rainbow of light, "Truth is like this bead, every facet is a part of the truth." As soon as Socrates' fingers touched the marble, something strange happened. The pearl burst into the sky, casting holograms - a 3D model of the Academy of Athens 2,000 years later, with scholars in suits shuttling between the marble columns. The old philosopher was so excited that he knocked over the clay pot: "How beautiful! This is the embodiment of dialectics!" "Congratulations to the host for completing the first Act!" The system bursts into an electronic firecracker sound, "Acquire Skills: The Eye of Truth (can see through any sophistry)." Next time: Florence, Spring 1503. I took a last look at Socrates, surrounded by citizens, who was making a boat out of candy wrappers to play with a wild cat. As the golden swirls unfolded beneath my feet, I heard him ask, "What should a disciple call a teacher?" "Victor Fool." I laughed and jumped into the time tunnel, and suddenly the system screamed, "Warning! Skittles wrapper left in B.C. --"

How is The cover hehe.... “Love is just a transaction—and Romeo is here to negotiate.” Meet Romeo, a self-proclaimed ladies’ man with the charm of a wet sock and the confidence of a lottery winner. With his best friends—Jack, the scheming hustler, and Noa, the perpetually exasperated voice of reason—Romeo embarks on a series of absurd misadventures, from disastrous dates to chaotic road trips. “A product is only as real as the belief behind it. That’s basic economics.” Enter Von Swipe, the self-proclaimed “love guru” whose questionable advice leads Romeo from one hilarious failure to the next. Whether it’s wearing a ghillie suit on a date or chasing storms with a vacuum cleaner, Romeo’s quest for love is anything but ordinary. “Dreams probably died in this car. And my bank account.” With a beat-up car, a group chat full of bets, and a trio of friends who redefine the word “hopeless,” Romeo with No Juliet is a laugh-out-loud journey through the chaos of love, life, and friendship. “Will Romeo ever find his Juliet? Probably not. But the ride is worth it.” And am i forgetting about someone ? Yeah that's all .....

Davi Valente, um jovem de 18 anos com um futuro incerto, vê sua vida mudar drasticamente quando consegue uma vaga de modelo em Nova York. Sob o olhar afiado da elite da moda, ele adota o nome artístico Apollo, e sua ascensão meteórica no mundo da moda parece não ter limites. Mas por trás de sua beleza impecável e da imagem perfeita, existe um homem marcado pela insegurança, o medo de ser deixado para trás e a luta interna entre sua verdadeira identidade e a persona que ele construiu para se destacar. À medida que Davi se torna Apollo, ele se vê envolvido com figuras poderosas e influentes - Harrison Clarke, o CEO da Aureon Corporation; Rodrigo Guimarães, um editor de moda que vê em Apollo um ícone a ser moldado; e muitos outros que se aproximam de David não só pela sua aparência, mas pela promessa de ascensão no mundo exclusivo da alta sociedade. Com o peso das escolhas que faz, David começa a questionar quem ele realmente é: o jovem humilde que deixou São Paulo em busca de um sonho, ou o símbolo da perfeição que todos esperam ser? Enquanto sua vida se desenrola em uma teia de relacionamentos complexos, pressões externas e descobertas pessoais, David será forçado a enfrentar suas maiores inseguranças, a lealdade de seus aliados e o preço do sucesso. Mas a verdadeira pergunta que fica é: até onde Davi irá para manter sua imagem, e o que ele está disposto a perder para continuar sendo Apollo?

Sera and Lyla wake at the bottom of the Tower of Origins with no memories, no names, and no choice. The tower rises through 148 twisted floors, each one a different world filled with danger, decay, and things that watch from the dark. No one knows who built it or why, but escape lies only at the top. The rules are cruel, one cannot leave without the other. Bound by a mark and hunted by a force they don’t understand, Sera and Lyla must climb together, or be trapped forever in a place that was never meant to let them go.