Off The Beaten Path Book

Since the beginning of history, a mystical phenomenon known as the 'Spirit World' had been selecting human challengers at random to bestow unique powers and knowledge upon those successful in the deadly trials. Few have been known to return from the Spirit World. Follow Alista, a vagrant young man who is unexpectedly chosen one ordinary winter night, and swiftly thrown into a forsaken land of mysteries and hidden horrors. Upon entry to the Spirit World, one of the 7 pathways - the strange magic system of the Spirit World - may be selected. These pathways represent domains and laws of nature and existence and are the Spirit World's sole boon to the challenger before releasing them into their new land. Alista chooses the pathway of Entropy; the chaos, randomness, uncertainty, destruction, and disorder of the universe.

In a large state called a lagos, one of the largest states in Nieria. A boy with weird train of thought and acting lived within this state. Being born into spiritual prophecies generally claiming he was going to be a great man of God, and then having a lot of expectations placed on him. But then what happens when this said boy also had his on thoughts and ideas, ambition and wishes. Follow Emmanuel as he tries his possible best to balance his numerous lifestyle while trying to reach the peak in them. Wacth out for his descisions and how they could possibly affects his life and path to the peak. And also to know whether he went against God's designs for him, or whether it was all path of Gods plan.

In the mystical land of Elarion, every young adult faces the Path Ceremony, a rite that determines their life’s purpose. For Aria Evercrest, the choice isn’t simple. Living in the shadow of her mother’s mysterious death, she’s driven by an insatiable curiosity and an unyielding desire to uncover the truth. Against her cautious father’s wishes, Aria chooses the rare and perilous Path of the Seeker—a destiny reserved for those bold enough to uncover the world’s greatest secrets. Accompanied by her loyal friends—Lyric, the clever and sharp-tongued Scholar; Kael, the stoic and fiercely protective Warrior; and Finn, the charming Healer with hidden insecurities—Aria embarks on a journey filled with magic, danger, and discovery. Their quest begins with an ancient map that promises answers about Elarion’s forgotten past, but it quickly becomes clear they are not the only ones searching for it. To check out Character art and design follow on our X (Twitter) page! https://x.com/scottmenga?t=S_ZMZEBP-KwdT17Q4xOtyA&s=09

On Earth, there exists Astra Sera. A child prodigy turned chief astronomer who wants to discover this world, who wants to escape her reality to connect with those that dwell beyond the stars. In pursuit of this, she predicts a cosmic anomaly, one that defies physics and hints at the heavens that lie beyond human comprehension. But Astra Sera isn’t the most normal astronomer. In her pursuit of the heavens, she has developed an unnatural connection with it. And, in her search to resonate with the divine, she has lost touch of human connection, even for those who she cares about. Suddenly, the barriers between reality shifts! In a terrifying cosmic event, everyone on Earth gets transported to a world that is entirely supernatural! One that combines the rigid rules of science and the strange fluidity of magic. The rationale (or lack thereof) of humans and the absurd nature of the divine! It is a world that has Gods, demigods, Angels, constellations and mysterious beings all fighting for dominance! A world that has vast beauties of technology in the far future, but abundant dangers in trying to reach the higher realms! A world that has little opportunities to get more powerful but has endless ways of turning insane! Will Astra continue to reach for the heavens as the world that is touched by it is constantly riddled with madness, darkness, corruption and insanity, or will she go against her nature and try to understand the very thing that makes us human—connection?

Warning… Matured content!! "You," Augustine began, his voice firm and direct. "I'm making you an offer: we get married, immediately. This isn't a request, it's a demand." Augustine's uttered with a piercing gaze. Charles scoffed. “What type of bullshit is that?” He fired back. *** Augustine Wales is a cold CEO who is known as the most successful and influential business man in Country H. His name alone commanded respect, his steely gaze and cold demeanor strike fear into even the most hardened of hearts. He was a man of few words, each syllable weighted with the power of his position. On the eve of Augustine Wales 29th birthday, he received an unexpected call from his family, their demands clear and uncompromising: find a spouse, or forfeit your stake in the family's vast wealth and influence. In that very moment after receiving the phone call, the gaze of Augustine fell upon a young man named Charles Donald and without thinking twice, Augustine immediately made a proposal to Charles, but was met with a swift rejection. Augustine's proposal was rooted in desperation but little did he know that fate was drawing him toward a future he never could have predicted. "What will happen when Augustine Wales, the powerful CEO, finds himself unexpectedly falling for Charles Donald, a humble cleaner in his office?" "When Charles' deadly secrets rise to the surface, will their fragile bond shatter, or will their love prove strong enough to weather the storm?"

At the prestigious Yamato Arcane Institute, young wizards train to master the powers of the elements. Ryu and his friends discover the secrets of mana cores, facing intense challenges and fearsome creatures. Amid rivalries, friendships and ambitions, they promise to become the strongest, fighting to protect their nations against unknown forces. Follow this epic journey of magic, courage and discovery, where every battle is a lesson and every victory a step towards greatness.

In Amukelo, you can expect a fantasy adventure filled with action and complex characters facing tough moral choices. The story involves intense battles, quests across dangerous lands, and a deeper struggle against both demonic forces and inner turmoil. Themes of revenge, redemption, friendship, and the weight of past trauma are woven throughout, with high stakes that escalate as the world faces a growing supernatural threat.

After the brutal massacre of his village, Herik is left with nothing but rage and a thirst for revenge. Determined to avenge his fallen loved ones, he embarks on a perilous journey to grow stronger, seeking out powerful allies, mastering dangerous skills, and uncovering ancient secrets that will fuel his vengeance.

{WSA ENTRY 2025} After a well-lived life on Earth, Kael never expected anything more than death and the sweet embrace of sleep and darkness. But fate had other plans. He was reborn in another world similar to Earth, where he grew up until he was ten, at which point his memories from his past life were reawakened. He was an old man trapped in a boy's body, but the mixture of the child's memories with his own made him feel more middle-aged than old. A few days later, the world he was in ascended into the realm of war, the battleground of all living beings. Kael was among the few awakened who had the chance to become the ultimate god of existence, based on the orbs of different paths presented before him. Kael was faced with three choices: Orb of Chaos Orb of Nothingness Orb of Void (Choosing any will make you undergo a trial that will change your very existence. Please choose wisely.) While in shock by these options and seriously pondering which one to choose, an unexpected event occurred. (Error detected... A new option has been created) (Be the wielder of the three — Chaos, Void, and Nothingness) (Answer picked by host, transporting...) Kael was in shock as he fell into darkness, with one swirling thought in his mind: "I didn't even pick any."

"God’s Path has been opened! Everything is possible... For those who wish to become God!" But... What would happen if a young man who only wants a normal life were thrown into the middle of God's Path? Well, the boy called Demon is about to find out. Gods, Superpowers, Divine Treasures... How many mysteries lie within God's Path? And why does he always find himself at the center of them? Follow Demon’s journey as he escapes from a cursed world and ventures toward the end of God's Path.

Sara, a 19-year-old trapped in poverty, faces societal pressures and familial neglect. Tempted by the allure of financial freedom through exploitation, she grapples with her dignity and dreams. Amidst judgment and hardship, Sara's journey explores identity, survival, and the cost of escaping despair.

After a tragic accident that claimed the lives of his parents and little sister, Leo, just 17 years old, found himself shouldering all responsibilities alone. By some miracle, he survived the past four months on his own—attending high school, juggling multiple part-time jobs, and enduring sympathetic gazes that pained him. The only respite he found was in books, which offered him an escape and some semblance of joy. One day, while engrossed in the book 'Path of Heroes: Battle Against the End,' his life took an unexpected turn. Halfway through the story, he inexplicably found himself transmigrated into the world of Path of Heroes, inhabiting the body of Azriel Crimson—a character never mentioned in the story's first half. An extra. Someone seemingly irrelevant to the plot. Unfortunately—or perhaps fortunately—fate had other plans, and Leo soon discovered that being a mere extra was not his destiny after all. -------------------------------------- Character illustrations will be available on Discord. Discord: https://discord.gg/9zZ69PVNFJ Also: Powerstone = PS 200 PS = 1 Extra Chapter 400 PS = 2 Extra Chapters 600 PS = 3 Extra Chapters

2040 was the earth Changed as one sunny morning the sky fell and brought an unamenable monster upon the earth.

In the world of Dyron, a place of suffering and emptiness, every human is born with a small zodiac sign on their neck just behind their left ear. For Vin Crimson, a young man with the zodiac sign Leo, the sign does not bring hope, but rather a reminder of the wounds and darkness of the past. Trapped in the middle of a cruel world, Vin tries to fight the shadows of fate that seem to be written to destroy him. On this journey, he meets Jeannie Althea, a Libra, who not only heals his physical wounds, but also becomes a beacon that guides his path. Faced with the destruction that threatens Dyron, Vin must face a choice: surrender to emptiness or rise as a symbol of hope for a world that is in ruins. Note: 1. The main focus is the story 2. Updates are uncertain, can be anytime 3. The main language focus is Indonesian

In the ancient city of Ionia, where tradition and progress coexist harmoniously, 17-year-old Hana Tachibana dreams of following in her late mother's footsteps as a revered warrior. Trained in the way of the sword from a young age, Hana's determination and skill set her apart from her peers. The annual Warrior's Rite, an ancient tradition designed to select the city's protectors, offers Hana the opportunity to prove herself worthy of her mother's legacy. On the day of the Warrior's Rite, Hana faces a series of challenges that test her precision, endurance, and combat skills. With each obstacle, she demonstrates her remarkable abilities and earns the respect of the city's leaders and fellow competitors. Her unwavering focus and courage carry her through to the final combat test, where she triumphs and is officially recognized as a warrior of Ionia. However, Hana's journey is only beginning. As she steps into her new role, she discovers that being a warrior means more than just mastering the sword. It requires honor, resilience, and an unyielding commitment to protect her city and its people. Guided by the legacy of her mother and the teachings of Master Kazuo, Hana embarks on a path filled with challenges, mysteries, and the promise of adventure. Join Hana Tachibana as she navigates the trials of her new life, uncovering hidden strengths and forging unbreakable bonds along the way. In a world where honor and courage define the true spirit of a warrior, Hana's story is one of self-discovery, heroism, and the enduring legacy of the Tachibana family.

Love, lust, and desire... Austin didn't know much about all that in his past life, for he was average in all aspects of his life. A guy who took psychology and math to learn because he couldn't get into biology, the only exciting thing about him being the fact that when he died, he ended up in his favorite eroge game with the task of getting the girls and making the protagonist a loner. Love, like manipulation or time in hell... That was his choice from the God Of Games... The beautiful girls of tsunderes, the sadist, the masochist, the kuudere, and the...yandere, and more. A world with living, breathing women of high status and power who don't like to share... So what happens when Austin goes behind them?... What happens when the Gods that feel nothing feel for him? What happens when he becomes the gigolo of the Gods?... Well, come and find out as he tried to survive among all the crazy women that exist... [There will be a lot of sex scenes, but it might only start after about 60 or so chapters.] (Note: Hey, first of all, this is not a fanfiction! It's true that the beginning of the story and some parts resemble some novels, but none of the characters are related to others from the novel. Also, the story flow will become completely different later!! Again, not a fanfic! The image does not belong to me; if the creator wants to remove it, message me.) My Discord: https://discord.gg/XyYvJ389mg

Discord: https://discord.gg/XuCwbVEh Nevalis, a nobleman from the Kingdom of Phillirion, thought of nobles as the ones he read about in books. A noble title did not mean money or power, but rather had deeper, higher values symbolizing responsibility and honor, for those who lived with the saying "with power comes responsibility ".  But when Nevalis went out into the world, he did not find it as he had imagined. Reality hit him in the face. Those bastards aren't nobles! Who do they think they are? They tarnished the noble title! They don't deserve that title anymore!" "I will be a true nobleman, a nobleman of all the nobles who have passed this world!" Nevalis seeks to truly redefine nobility, to fulfill his dream of becoming a true nobleman, more noble than all those who held the title before him. The plot revolves around his personal journey, which brings a combination of suffering, sacrifices, and ascent towards his goal, in the face of a cruel world full of illusions and deviations. The novel combines the profound lessons of honor and responsibility, and the challenges faced by humans in their quest for perfection.

In a remote land protected by storms like gods, where no one can enter or exit, "Lion Feng" is born, the brave heir of the "Feng" tribe. With his golden hair and massive build, he grows to be a symbol of strength. His tribe lives in harmony with the "Holden" tribe until disputes arise over the division of wealth, leading to bloody conflicts. As time passes, the "Holden" realize they are on the losing side of the battle and decide to seek peace. But in a night of betrayal, they attack the "Feng," resulting in the complete annihilation of the tribe. By a miracle, "Lion" survives, as his mother sends him and his infant sister away in a boat, but she cannot follow them. Before she dies, she whispers to him: "Return and take your revenge, my son!" After the gods allow him to cross the sea for a purpose, "Lion" begins his journey in foreign lands, determined to seek vengeance and reclaim his lost homeland.

He had three major problems in his life. One; he woke up in a room with literally no memory of how he got there. Two; it turns out that an Apocalypse happened three years ago and now the world is completely infested with bizarre creatures. Three; he was forced to join a group filled with completely dysfunctional people that may be more trouble than they are worth it.

The year is 2025. A devout Christian named Arthur Bennett wins a lottery to participate in a revolutionary virtual reality experience at a high-tech company called Elysium. The program utilizes a unique VR pod to immerse users in a world based on a popular anime. As the other participants—a mix of personalities with varying degrees of anime knowledge—prepare to enter the simulation, Arthur remains the only one who has never indulged in anime. Upon entering this new world, he discovers an unsettling truth: pain is excruciatingly real, despite the creators' claims of a dampened pain response. He eventually finds himself trapped in prison, unable to log out, and demanding to be released from the program. Calls go unanswered, and the world of ninjas becomes a nightmare where hunger, thirst, hygiene, and even death are all real. Angered that he was deceived, he abandons all sense of logic and vows to become a villain no one would have ever anticipated.

The journey through fate and time.. Ling Yue wakes up in a vast desert, lost in time and trapped in a body that isn’t hers. The world around her is unfamiliar—ancient cities, forgotten ruins, and secrets buried beneath the sands. With no past to hold onto and no future in sight, she walks forward, driven only by survival. But the past of this body whispers to her, pulling her toward an unknown fate. Who was the girl before her? Why was she abandoned in this endless wasteland? As Ling Yue unravels the mystery of her existence, she realizes that some paths are not meant to be walked, and some fates are not meant to be changed. Her journey is unbound—by time, by destiny, and by the life she once knew.

In a world where advanced technology and mystical creatures coexist, Xian Li, a young entrepreneur with an exceptional ability to evolve creatures and harness the power of genes, discovers an ancient relic that links him to a powerful system. This relic enables him to evolve not just the creatures around him but the very fabric of his world. As Xian builds a store, gaining fame and influence, he faces powerful factions, rival merchants, and evolving beasts, each with their own mysterious powers. The key to his success lies in his understanding of the ancient evolution system that was long thought to be myth

Attu, a little boy, lived in a village near the border of the Kingdom of Fire. One day a demon attacks the village where he lives. As a result, Attu loses his beloved mother who lives with him. As if he lacked so many things, the villagers drove him out of the village. Banished from the village, Attu begins to fight for survival with bitter, painful, and resentful feelings.

"Path of the Bladecaster" Aeron Drakenhart is no ordinary mage—he’s the first Bladecaster in centuries, a wielder of magic so rare and powerful that its true potential lies hidden within ancient runes. Trained in secrecy by his grandfather, Aeron’s unique bond with the elements and the legendary Bladecaster hilt sets him apart, even among the prodigies at the prestigious magic academy. But mastering this ancient art is only part of his journey. With his loyal spider companion, Obsidian, by his side, Aeron seeks the strength to uncover the truth about his missing mother while navigating the academy’s rigid expectations, rivalries, and the trials of tournament combat. Each fight pushes Aeron closer to unlocking his inner power while exposing the greed and corruption surrounding magical resources coveted by kingdoms. Alongside Jinx, a brilliant yet misunderstood inventor who sees promise in Aeron’s potential, he forges alliances with unlikely companions, including a stoic elven assassin with wind magic and a desire for self-perfection. Together, they face fierce battles, uncover ancient secrets, and challenge the balance of power in a world where innovation and tradition collide. When the kingdom’s demands threaten Jinx’s freedom and Aeron’s loyalties are tested, his journey as the Bladecaster will become not just a path of mastery but a fight for justice and self-discovery. In a tale of friendship, ambition, and elemental power, "Path of the Bladecaster" unveils a world where even the rarest of warriors must choose between upholding tradition or reshaping destiny.

"I was never meant to exist." In a world where the Loom of Fate binds every life into an unbreakable pattern, Ren Hale is an anomaly—a thread that should not be woven. He can see fate. He can pull its threads. And when he unravels his first enemy, he realizes something terrifying: The Loom rejects him. Now, the Weaving Order hunts him, determined to erase his existence before he unravels reality itself. To survive, he must master the very thing that seeks to destroy him. But the Loom does not forgive. And fate will not let him go so easily. Follow Ren as he defies the Architects of Fate!

Yuuta Romanelli, a 20 year old university student on Earth tragically met the grim reaper's execution when he was hit by a bus on his way from classes. He woke up on the body of a young servant in an alternate universe where magic and mystical forces are the norm. To add to this, he was gifted with a unique magical system, The King's System, as a gold finger, helping him with his magical journey to the new world he is reincarnated into. His knowledge as a university student on Earth, as well as The King's System, would be his foundation in paving a path towards the pinnacle of Magic and Status. His adventure would be a tale mystical and wonderful, threading the unknown mystery of the future and amazing powers beyond common understanding.