Starving Chords

'Freezing to death in a shack wasn't how I imagined my second life would start. But hey—at least the old drunk who beat me is dead too.' Ralth was supposed to be a powerful transmigrator, destined for greatness. Instead, he ended up almost dying in his new body, starving in a frozen shack at the edge of a ruthless kingdom. No noble blood, no family, no resources—only a mysterious Cube buried deep within his soul. But fate takes a sharp turn when he’s dragged before a terrifying Magus for a test of talent. Against all odds, he scores higher than anyone expected and is sent off to a brutal magical academy—where failure means death! Here, the strong crush the weak. Noble-born knights look down on commoners, and hidden dangers lurk within the academy’s walls. But Ralth has something no one else does: The Felsan Cube, a power that can extract, refine, and steal magical abilities from anything he touches! With nothing to lose, Ralth embarks on his path as a Magus, outwitting ruthless nobles, uncovering dark secrets, and turning every setback into an opportunity. He may have started off his journey as a starving nobody… But he’ll end it as a god.

Hace diez años, la banda más famosa de la escuela, The Hollow Chords, desapareció de la escena sin dejar rastro. Nadie sabe exactamente qué pasó, pero las teorías van desde traiciones y peleas hasta secretos oscuros que la banda nunca quiso revelar. Para la mayoría, solo es una vieja historia de la escuela, un rumor que quedó enterrado con el tiempo... pero no para Izan, Niko y Hana, tres adolescentes del Club de Fotografía. Oficialmente, se dedican a cubrir eventos y noticias escolares, pero en realidad solo lo hacen por el chisme y los rumores que circulan por los pasillos. Cuando una pista inesperada sobre The Hollow Chords aparece en medio del último día de clases, lo que comenzó como una simple curiosidad se convierte en una investigación de verano. Entre archivos olvidados, entrevistas con exalumnos y extrañas advertencias de quienes parecen querer enterrar la verdad, los tres descubrirán que lo que pasó hace una década fue más que una simple separación. Con cada pieza que encajan, se acercan más a un misterio que alguien quiere mantener oculto. Pero si van a descubrir la verdad, tendrán que estar preparados para lo que The Hollow Chords dejó atrás.

In the back alleys of the slums, a starving young boy struggled to survive. “Huh? Wait… I’ve been reincarnated?” A sudden blow to his body triggered memories of his past life. Realizing that he had been reborn in another world, he pondered his next move. “Should I follow the classic route and climb the ranks as an adventurer…? Or maybe…” Then, an idea struck him. Instead of seeking fame through heroism, he would rise to power from the shadows. “Being a mafia or gang boss sounds pretty cool, doesn’t it?” Thus begins the story of a boy reincarnated into another world, blessed with a one-of-a-kind ability. With his loyal allies by his side, he sets out to conquer the underworld and eventually, the entire world itself.

Leah Móu refuses to die twice. In her first life, she did everything by the book—starved, beaten, and forgotten. Now, she's back—thirty days before Earth's destruction—and this time? Screw the lottery. She wants luxury. She wants security. She wants a private ship. There’s just one problem. The one man rich enough to buy her a ticket off this dying rock doesn’t have a ship—because he’s not planning to leave. Complete 2 Draft (Unedit Post)

In this apocalyptic world, human society collapsed under the weight of an unforeseen catastrophe. Zombies roam unchecked, resources are scarce, and survival has become everyone's most urgent priority. In this chaotic new reality, the strong rule while the weak are prey. The protagonist, Tang Ze, is an enigmatic figure. Not only does he possess immense physical power, but his mind is as intricate and unpredictable as the world around him. Whether facing the relentless onslaught of zombies or navigating the treacherous politics of rival factions, Tang Ze exhibits remarkable intelligence and ruthless efficiency. He deals with provocations from enemies and betrayals by friends alike with swift, decisive action. Yet beneath his hardened exterior lies a sliver of warmth—especially when it comes to protecting his family and true companions. When challenged, Tang Ze drew a massive saber from his waist—a weapon known as a "horse-cutting blade"—and with a chilling smile, brought it down in one fluid motion. A grotesque, charred hand thudded to the ground, followed by the rest of the body splitting cleanly in half at the waist. Entrails spilled out onto the dirt, painting a gruesome scene. The crowd was stunned into silence by the sheer ferocity of the act. Such raw strength! To split a man in two with a single blow… "He’s no ordinary fighter," someone muttered. "No wonder he dares to travel with two beautiful women." With a flick of his wrist, Tang Ze shook the blood from the gleaming blade, leaving streaks across the ground. His voice was calm but carried an unmistakable edge: “Touch my supplies, and you cut off my lifeline. The punishment for that is death.” The onlookers exchanged uneasy glances before finally settling their attention on Dong Fei. “If we take care of this delivery guy,” one whispered, “maybe we can have a little fun with those two women. Better to die a satisfied man than starve like a dog.” Sun Ting exhaled softly, relieved. She had always known Tang Ze wasn’t one for unnecessary bravado; if he were, he would’ve taken her along long ago. Still, the sight of the mutilated corpse beside her made her stomach churn with disgust. But just as the tension seemed to ease, Tang Ze let out a cold laugh. “It seems some of you still don’t understand the situation,” he said, his eyes scanning the crowd. “Who wants to be next?” ... The novel’s plot twists and turns, weaving intense battle scenes, complex interpersonal relationships, and heart-stopping moments of suspense. It celebrates the brighter aspects of humanity while unflinchingly exposing its darkest desires. Through a series of gripping stories, readers are invited to witness how humans struggle to survive in the harshest conditions—and how they find hope even in the depths of despair. This is more than just a tale of survival in a post-apocalyptic world; it is a profound exploration of humanity, family, friendship, and love. If you enjoy thrilling plots, richly developed characters, and thought-provoking themes, step into the world of Tang Ze.

A young Japanese man inherits his parents' grape farm after they impulsively bought it during retirement but couldn't handle its physical demands. Though initially reluctant, he finds success farming for three years until market oversaturation causes prices to plummet. While playing a new video game called "Immortal Order: Origin" about historical secrets, he is mysteriously transported to North America, where he encounters starving English colonists from the lost Roanoke Colony. His grape farm has been transported with him, complete with modern equipment and a secret gift called 'Immortal'.

Sci-Fi Fantasy | YA | Dark, Humorous & Cosmic "Born with power. Cursed by its cost." Ash Burns was made for greatness—and doomed by it. His hybrid vein held the promise of limitless strength, yet it shackled him in the first stage of evolution, a prisoner of his own potential. Then the asteroid exploded. It shattered his fate. Now, Ash wields the Titan Vein, a power that bends the laws of his fractured world—a planet split between humanity and horrors, divided by an impenetrable fog. But his newfound strength carries a soul-rending cost: he is no longer alone in his mind. An ancient entity, one step from godhood, stirs within him. And it’s starving. With his crew, Ash plunges into the unknown—across the planet’s cursed half, through time-warped ruins, and into the cosmic void where the gods vanished. Each revelation twists him further from human. Each power-up pulls him closer to oblivion. The more he ascends… the less of him remains.

Betrayed. Starved. Left to die alone in a world that chewed up the weak and spat them out. Gu Qingran trusted the wrong people, loved the wrong man, and paid the ultimate price. But fate? Fate gave her a second chance. Reborn 30 days before the apocalypse, she refuses to be the naive fool she once was. This time, there are no attachments, no kindness—only power. With the Omni-Alchemist System, she can create weapons deadlier than an arsenal, fortresses stronger than steel, and medicines that could cure or kill with a single drop. While the world slept, she stockpiled. While they wasted time..she built an empire. When the world burned, she rose from the ashes—untouchable, unstoppable and unchallenged. Let the apocalypse come. Let them beg for mercy. Because in this life, Gu Qingran is no one’s prey. She is the storm. Character Art done by Punzygracy> [40 chapters updates 1st April]

Shu Yu transmigrated to become a mob character, exiled into oblivion after appearing twice after helping the female side character who kept trying to dig a deeper hole for herself. Realizing she couldn't change the outcome, Shu Yu decided to just goof off. But even before the exile came, she was suddenly told that she was not a daughter of the Shu family. She was born to a farmer's family, who were so poor they couldn't afford to repair their leaking house. Having decided to eliminate the tarnishing of their good name, Shu Yu's adopted family decided to murder her. Shu Yu: Come on, see who dies. Returning to her biological family, the sight of a plate of salted vegetables, a barely-full bowl of rice, and her real parents' nervous looks, she finally sighed. No more goofing off, or she's going to starve to death.

When she woke up, she had transmigrated into An Jiuyue, a woman living with two young children on a mountain after her husband abandoned her. She was pushed to the ground, and now, there was a bloody wound on her head. With only a handful of rice left in the rice bag, she had relied on digging wild vegetables to satisfy their hunger every day. Her children were so often starved that they were all skin and bones. On top of that, a wicked woman threatened her to sell her son! If she refused, the woman would snatch him away forcefully. But An Jiuyue took a deep breath, revealed her sharp claws, beat the woman up, and threw her out of the house. She could show the woman she was not to be messed with! They were out of rice and vegetables now, but she was not afraid. Acquiring food using her spatial abilities was as easy as curling her fingers! Moreover, her spatial abilities were unlimited, and her medical skills did not deteriorate. She could no doubt earn money and raise her children well! As for her ex-husband… The prince, who had returned from the battlefield, smiled maliciously. "My beloved concubine, please calm down. I brought back a mountain of gold from the battlefield as a gift for you and our children."

For as long as there has been, Zahiel has been known as the Dark Lord, the creature that struck fear into gods, demons, and celestials. A name that caused civilizations to fall, the very essence of his being burned entire realms to ash and ruin. He was destruction personified, that is, until betrayal from those he called friend ended his life. His rightful place would have been the void, but the hands of fate were different. Zahiel was reborn, as human with none of his former power and now finds himself among mortals under another name. However, he has retained his instincts, as if starving for power and hunting in this strange new world. It doesn't take long for Zahiel to realize that even with a new life, history is not erased. Darkness still suffuses this new reality he finds, and forces move in that darkness to destroy him before he recovers the powers he lost. They have all made one mistake, originate from ignorance: Zahiel is not just a menial human. He is the creator of the Dark Realm. He has defied gods, demons, and destiny itself. And he did not lose anything by rebirth. While this new world has known neither realm, he is a force that has returned to his bodies referred form, physically, and with penetrable power.

In the raw, unforgiving streets of New York City, seventeen-year-old Britney Germanotta, a talented artist haunted by her alcoholic mother’s neglect, collides with eighteen-year-old Alton Bieber, a scarred dreamer chasing freedom through his music. Their instant connection blossoms into a fierce love, forged in late-night talks, painted walls, and shared songs within Alton’s tiny Bronx apartment—a refuge from their fractured pasts. As they vow to live boldly despite the odds, Alton’s hidden battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis emerges, his cough a harbinger of a fate they can’t outrun. From subway platforms to Harlem rooftops, they burn bright, defying his diagnosis with every kiss and chord, until his rapid decline lands him in a hospice overlooking the Hudson River. In a desperate bid to preserve their bond, Alton records a final song for Britney, a haunting goodbye that echoes their reckless promise.

I am Racist. … I mean, my name is Racis T. I was a stand-up comedian. The flop kind. The type who only got laughs when someone else was roasting him. One night, I was doing a gig at a shady, run-down bar—the kind where tattooed bikers drink motor oil for breakfast. I went in with my usual dark humor, but my jokes were getting the same reaction as my dating profile: complete silence. That didn’t sit right with my inner artist, who was already starving to death. So I did what any committed comedian would—I went darker. Turns out, one of my jokes (or all of them?) triggered a guy so hard that he pulled a trigger. Headshot. Instant death. But hey, look at this: A guy got triggered, so he pulled the trigger. That’s wordplay. But who cares? I’m dead anyway. All I wanted was a successful show, people laughing, and maybe a few girls swooning over my wit. I never cared about money. The millions I’d have made would have gone to charity—specifically, 0.001% of it. See? I’m generous like that. Anyway, death is death. My story should’ve ended there. But… if there is an afterlife, I had a simple wish: become a successful comedian, find a loving wife, and have just enough money to afford three meals a day… and maybe a humble little private yacht. Or a jet. But that’s it. Because, like I said, I don’t care about money. Unfortunately, wishes don’t work that way. Because, well—there was an afterlife. And it was absolutely not what I wished for. ——— ——— ——— Gib Money - ko-fi.com/khyaal Join My Discord For Reference Arts and much more - https://discord.gg/zmUcswM2N5

The world is collapsing into chaos as nuclear waste is released, viruses attack, zombies run amok, and the very fabric of society unravels, signaling the arrival of the apocalypse Reborn on the eve of nuclear waste disposal, Lando unexpectedly gained a storage space of 50 million cubic meters, regardless of what he stored, it would be ten times more devastating. I have no idea what you're talking about None You stored 1 bucket of fried chicken, with a 10,000 times increased damage effect active! You've discovered oil worth millions, and it's about to have a devastating impact Stock up on a few billion dollars' worth of supplies before the end of the world arrives. When someone starves to death, you fight to the death for a packet of instant noodles He was alive. When the zombie apocalypse sets in and humanity is on the brink of extinction Candidate He was calmly enjoying wine and steak in his own fortress, showing no signs of panic.

I’ve become the Demon Lord, the final boss in a game, but… If I invade the human world? I’ll be slain by the max-level protagonist I raised. If I stop the invasion? I’ll be devoured by my starving demon generals. …Therefore, the only answer is farming.

[Your shadow is alive.] [Feed your shadow, devour souls, level up, gain skills, complete quests, and grow stronger.] [Do you wish to view your current stats?] In the magical world of Aetherus, Damon Grey is the weakest student at Aether Academy, relentlessly bullied and ridiculed for his lack of power and defiant personality. Yet, he endures the torment, clinging to his scholarship—the only thing providing him with the funds to keep his sick sister alive. After a brutal attack leaves him near death, Damon encounters a dark viscous entity in the forest that fuses with his shadow, awakening the Living Shadow System. This strange power grants him unimaginable abilities but comes with a grim cost—a relentless hunger for souls and flesh to feed his shadow. Now, with his shadow alive and insatiable, Damon faces a terrible choice: feed it to grow stronger or starve it and die with it. In a world ruled by ruthless nobles, deadly monsters, and power-hungry demons, Damon must decide if his newfound power is a curse or the only way to survive. With the Living Shadow System, his fate is clear: devour or be devoured. discord. https://discord.gg/5VVpgK9DUU

One fateful day, the world was thrown into chaos as zombies swarmed every major city. Millions perished daily, and governments crumbled under the relentless onslaught. Just when all hope seemed lost, Arjun Mehta a novelist in Bangalore India, awakened a universe within himself—a power that allowed him to create planets and build entire civilizations. While others starved, he had an endless supply of food. While others ran out of weapons, his factories were just getting started. While others struggled to survive, his armies of drones wiped out hordes of the undead. With civilization as his greatest weapon, Arjun will use this to reclaim the world. But will he succeed before humanity is completely devoured?

The world ended, seven days of earthquakes, volcanic eruption and then came the meteor storm, bringing something worse—mutation. Now, survivors are group into Shifters, mutated humans and normals. Ava Zhang was supposed to be a Normal. Useless. Disposable. Thrown into a military-controlled bunker, she is sorted into Level Three—the bottom rank, where the weak are left to rot. Starving, overworked, and surrounded by desperate scavengers, she realizes that in this world, strength decides survival. But Ava isn’t as powerless her hidden System activates. The Blueprint System—an ability that lets her design and invent anything, from weapons to high-tech defenses. Release Rate (Contracted): Weekday 2ch/day Weekend 3ch/day BONUS: Every Review +1ch (use +)

Hazekaya was just an ordinary guy… until he woke up in another world. Sounds exciting, right? WRONG! Before he could even process his isekai moment, he found himself being chased by a horde of horny male orcs. From dodging unwanted "affections", to getting thrown in jail, to accidentally sleeping in horse crap and earning just enough to not starve. Between dealing with an ex-adventurer boss, getting tricked by his so-called "friends," and realizing even slimes are harder to kill than he thought, his life in this new world is anything but the overpowered adventure he dreamed of. Instead of becoming a hero, he’s stuck as a low-wage wall repairman, constantly broke, and now the locals call him "Shitman." With zero cheat skills, no legendary weapons, and a severe lack of dignity, Hazekaya is left wondering—"Why is my isekai life like this!?"

Genesis was a poor child who grew up with nothing and after another day of starving the world turned upside down, sending Genesis through the skies and landing him and everyone on Earth into the world of evolution, now with a new life and a hard one at that Genesis must brave through the world of evolution. But fate has plans in mind...

[Wsa entry.] James Dohan, a famous author working for the government, suddenly died after an accident occurred at his workplace. Nothing could have prepared him for the events to come. [You have reincarnated.] Alex soon found himself reincarnated into the body of Jared, the son of the village's elder in a demon-infested wasteland. The North, abandoned by a cowardly kingdom after a brutal war, crawled with monsters and desperate survivors. Jared left to save his father with a miracle cure, but Alex arrived too late—the Elder was dead, the village was starving, and the title of Elder fell on his unprepared shoulders. Luckily, he had a cheat code to rely on. [You have awakened your Infinite Item Shop System.] [Current balance: 0 Sp. Buy everything, Sell anything.] Jared found a way to save the people of his village from dying from their own weakness and the horrors of the world. [You have gained 50 Sp.] [You have purchased a pistol.] [13 Sp has been deducted.] [You killed a Dire Wolf.] [150 Sp has been added to your account.] [The villagers' loyalty to you has risen.] [You have earned 300 Sp.] [You can now convert this world's money into Sp.] With this system, Jared was more than ready to conquer the North, money, power and women.

Betrayed by the family that was supposed to cherish him, Lin Mo’s first life ended in misery—starved and forgotten in a locked room. Once the long-lost heir of the prestigious Lynn family, he was treated worse than an outsider, while their adopted son enjoyed the love and privilege meant for him. But death was not the end. Reincarnated with the memories of his past life, Lin Mo now sees through their lies. This time, he won’t waste his time seeking love from those who abandoned him. He will carve his own path, sever all ties, and rise from the ashes of betrayal. As he steps away from his so-called family, a storm brews in the world around him. Secrets unravel, enemies emerge, and the people who once discarded him soon realize they’ve lost someone irreplaceable. But it’s too late. Because Lin Mo has already chosen his own destiny.

Betrayed. Hunted. Forgotten. Raizel Veyne was born into nobility, destined for greatness. Yet on the night of his family’s fall, he was framed for treason, his parents were executed, and his very name was erased from history. Thrown into the empire’s darkest prison, he was tortured, starved, and left to die. But death was not the end. At the edge of despair, a voice from the void whispered to him—offering power at an unspeakable cost. Bound by an ancient, forbidden force known as the Devourer’s Grasp, Raizel escaped his fate… by becoming something beyond human. Now, armed with the ability to consume power, memories, and even fate itself, he walks a path of vengeance and domination. The empire that betrayed him will kneel. The ones who abandoned him will suffer. And the gods who play with mortal lives? He will devour them, too. In a world where power is everything and the strong rewrite history, Raizel will carve his own legend. "They left me with nothing. So now, I will take everything."

they're coming for me! to get it out on me ! should I bite my tongue to death or spank my head and burst it open ,so they can only see the bleeding flesh inside it? no!! that'd be of no use ,that won't stop them . all they want is a flush to inflict suffering on, dead or alive ,it doesn't matter to them ! it's of no use, even if my body is dead and slowly decaying it'd still be warm before it will get cold even if it has no longer a soul , it'd still hurt torture me all you want , throw me into burning pit ,break my head open and put flames in it let my brain burn to blisters and to ashes I'll scream for you even after my vocal chords are twisted do what you want , whatever it is ! , but I ask of you for just that one thing if you have what it takes to do that in your fleeting mercy!!. that four walled store room was eery as it can get ,that person heard a whimperering downstairs the basement , and unlike the one in the store room who resisted none ,the one from the basement cried for mercy and screamed for salvation it was stupid of them to do it so . they can't escape this ,no one can hear them from outside it was in their destiny to rot in there or atleast rot their rationality and minds before they will get out from that place !!

Gale was just an ordinary youth—until a sudden accident ended his life. But death was not the end. Gale awakened in a brutal new world, reborn as a half-barbarian despised by his own tribe. Weak, starving, and abandoned, his only advantage was the memories of his past life… and the Tower’s Call. In this world, the Tower is everything. An unseen monolith that chooses warriors at random, granting them the chance to ascend and claim power beyond imagination. If he wants to live, he must fight. If he wants to rise, he must conquer. The Tower does not care for the weak. And Gale refuses to stay at the bottom.

I am not insane, I only starve for more power. --- New event: Violate the Author -- Event details: +One (5 star) New Review= +One extra chapters Yeah I said it and I promise, even if the review number goes over tens and hundreds, I will keep up my promise. Its in your hands how much I will get vio----:]

The Road to Vengeance Betrayed. Murdered. Reborn in darkness. Lady Eliana Rooin Valerius once lived a life of privilege, the beloved heir to a powerful noble house. But beneath the glittering facade of her world lurked treachery. Her uncle, Lord Theron, a man of ruthless ambition, orchestrated her downfall—her mother poisoned before her eyes, her own life stolen in a night of blood and betrayal. But death was not the end. Eliana awakens in the filth and shadows of the goblin underworld, her soul imprisoned in the twisted body of a wretched creature. Stripped of her name, her beauty, and her legacy, she is forced to endure the cruelty of a society where the weak are nothing more than prey. Beaten, starved, and humiliated, she should have withered away. But the fire of vengeance refuses to die. Through pain and suffering, Eliana sharpens herself into something new. She learns to survive, to fight, to exploit the brutal hierarchy of her new world. With every torment endured, she grows stronger, her mind sharper, her resolve unbreakable. She will not remain in the shadows forever. One day, she will return. And when she does, the world that cast her aside will burn.

Hunter Cha Eui-jae, who was dispatched to seal a rift that appeared over the West Sea, was flung out as soon as he closed the rift. When he came to his senses, he was lying in a garbage dump. Starving, he was drawn like a zombie is to blood to a hangover soup restaurant, where he realized that he had fallen into South Korea, eight years in the future. In this era, disaster alerts notify people of rift openings in advance, ASMR videos of slimes gathered from dungeons were trending, and idle hunters livestream unboxings of A-rank longswords. Unlike the past, where people trembled in fear of an impending apocalypse, the future was surprisingly peaceful, leaving Cha Eui-jae feeling empty. Since things had turned out this way, why not start a second chapter of life as a part-timer at the hangover soup restaurant, rather than being a hunter? “That’s strange.” “…” “Have we met somewhere before?” Cha Eui-jae’s plan to quietly spend his remaining days as the only part-time worker at the decades-old hangover soup restaurant goes awry when he encounters a mysterious, gas-masked individual… DISCLAIMER: The story isn't mine

Chin Huang was nothing special in his past life a depressed office worker stuck in a boring cycle of work, eating and sleep. He died alone, with no one to miss him, only to wake up as the son of a powerful merchant family in a world of cultivation. Wealth, influence, a second chance at life he had it all. Or so he thought. At fifteen his talent for cultivation was revealed: D-Tier. No spirit. With his future as heir shattered he was sent on a trading expedition tasked with securing deals to prove his worth. But when his caravan is ambushed by bandits They fought of the bandit later they set up camp somewhere in the forest later at night they were a attack by a group of beast men. he finds himself buried under a pile of corpses, left to rot in the darkness. Starving, broken, and on the brink of insanity, Kong Huang stumbles upon a mysterious sword and a forgotten cultivation manual. But just as hope flickers, he discovers the true cost of power one that demands more than just effort. To survive, he must abandon his past self and embrace the unknown and carve his path through a world where only the strong thrive. And for the first time he refuses to be weak.

When he was only twelve, while walking home from school, Theo Serrano noticed something odd in an alley near his home. He wasn't sure what it was about the cardboard box that seized his attention, only that it definitely wasn't there yesterday, and upon further inspection he was shocked to find a young girl abandoned and starving. With a whip lash tail at the ready, the poor thing was absolutely terrified, but ever the altruist, Theo rescued the poor succubus and even allowed her into his home. That was something his mother wouldn't tolerate for long. Receiving shelter, food, clothes, and even giving her a name, Lorelei was completely mystified. Sadly, there time together was short, as they were separated shortly upon discovery. Ten years later, as the world readies itself for yet another war amongst the humans and demi's, both these childhood friends must rediscover one another, before the sky breaks above them. This story features magic and science, a dystopian setting, and humans living to struggle with plenty of monster races. Some monster races include (but aren't limited to): Cubi, Lamia, Vampires, Beastkin, elves, dark elves, dragonkin, wyvern, and more. Adult content is to be expected, but in tasteful amounts. Expect new chapters every friday.