Ascent Shipwrights

In a world where strange, mysterious creatures lurk, and ancient spells hold untold power, a dark and ruthless realm awaits. Enter the life of Ragg, a mere apprentice who stumbles upon the secrets of forbidden markings. With the mysterious "Arcane Marks," he embarks on a dangerous path, branding himself with powerful sorcery, refining his bloodline, and seizing unimaginable authority. Driven by self-interest and a hunger for power, he will rise from nothing to challenge fate itself, shaping his destiny toward an eternal reign. This is the story of a sorcerer’s ascent—through blood, power, and unyielding ambition.

In the boundless multiverse, a divine proclamation echoes across the cosmos: “A time of war is upon us. Empires shall rise, and empires shall fall. The heavens decree that only 100 empires shall remain, each transcending to the Saint Grade or higher. For 100,000 years, the cosmos will burn with ambition, betrayal, and bloodshed. Those who falter shall be erased, their legacies forgotten.” Ten years after this cosmic decree, on the 6-star tier planet of Celestara, a child is born in the declining Black Dragon Kingdom, located on the smallest and weakest of the planet's six continents, Nanshan. This boy, Tian Yu, is the third prince of a crumbling kingdom, born with seemingly weak talent in a world where cultivation determines worth. Yet, unknown to all, Tian Yu carries the soul and memories of Alexander Steele, a visionary from Earth who built an unstoppable corporate empire through cunning, strategy, and ambition.

A boy awakens in a mysterious, towering structure promised a wish at the summit, but as he ascends, disturbing echoes of his forgotten past force him to confront the true nature of his ascent and the cost of his desire.

In the first episode, Little Palace Maid Lian Hua, holding tea leaves, thought to curry favor with Zhaoyi. The Emperor intercepted her halfway, and before she could react, he hijacked her tea leaves, leaving her bewildered. In the second episode, she wanted to curry favor with the Noble Consort. During the Noble Consort's birthday feast, she hadn't even presented the meticulously prepared tea leaves before the Emperor seized them, leaving her aggrieved. In the third episode, she had just sneaked out with the Palace Maids to pick bamboo shoots, planning to go back and cook something delicious when the Emperor burst out of nowhere wanting to freeload a meal. If it wasn't tasty, he would punish her, she managed to barely pass muster by exerting all her energy. Before she could feel relieved, the Emperor told her he was also staying to sleep! This time, he was thoroughly taking advantage of her, enjoying free food and lodging without the slightest intention of rewarding her. At night, the more she thought about it, the more aggrieved she felt. All the silver she had saved up in earlier years had been used to sustain the Emperor. Now that the money was gone, she feared being punished for not being able to support him in the future. The more she thought, the sadder she got, her tears plopping down, which woke the Emperor sleeping beside her. In a flurry, the Emperor consoled her, "There, there, don't cry, don't cry. I haven't even had time to reward you, how could I punish you!" After much consoling, and finally with his promise to provide for her sustenance, she turned her tears into laughter. The Emperor breathed a sigh of relief. This Little Concubine would need to be favored properly from now on—he dared not make her cry again. →→【This story has concluded, thank you for reading】→→ New book recommendation: "Consort of the Roll-Royce is Here, Run!"—It's a good read! Please add it to your favorites.

In a world ravaged by the emergence of dimensional portals teeming with fearsome monsters, humanity survives thanks to the Awakened—individuals gifted with supernatural powers. However, these gifts are bound by fate: some are born weak and doomed to remain so, while others inherit unmatched strength. Ryan, a young man shattered by a family tragedy, is an F-rank Awakened, despised and deemed insignificant. Haunted by guilt for failing to protect his parents, he leads an unremarkable life under the shadow of his sister, Rayna, a powerful A-rank Awakened. But his life takes a drastic turn when, betrayed and left for dead in a portal, Ryan finds himself on the brink of death. There, he becomes the host of a divine entity that awakens a mysterious system within him. This system defies the established order and grants him a unique power: the ability to surpass the limits imposed by his rank. Now, Ryan must rise and forge his own destiny, battling monsters, betrayals, and a system that will unveil its secrets only as his journey unfolds.

In the Azure Phoenix Realm, Xu Qi, a normal telemarketer on Earth, found himself transmigrated into a body with a similar name as him. However, he found out that he had nothing of the usual golden finger or system that he often read in webnovels. Instead, he only has his talent honed from his job, his silver tongue that can make his customers buy his wares or his former girlfriends fall from his sweet nothings. With words as his tool, he carefully navigates the competitive world of cultivation. However, he might not be as helpless as he thought he would be as he discovered that his words were more effective with women. ---- Note: This delves more into the MC's interactions with different women than the cultivation world itself. But world-building won't be neglected. Just expect less action and more talking. Netori? Most likely. If you've read my other novel Stealing Spree, you'd know what to expect. Check my other novel: Stealing Spree (R18) https://www.webnovel.com/book/stealing-spree_19920810706996705 --------------- Join my Discord Server: https://discord.gg/BWBWUrU

When Revan—a disillusioned college student with a penchant for conspiracy theories—dies in a freak accident, he awakens in a mysterious world teetering on the edge of ruin. But this isn't reincarnation; it's transmigration, and he's not in his own body. Instead, he finds himself inhabiting a boy's corpse in an ancient village steeped in secrets and shadowed by towering spires of darkness. Here, individuals possess "Seals of Resonance"—mystical marks that grant unique powers tied to elemental and spiritual forces. Revan quickly learns that the boy he now is was a traitor executed for dabbling in forbidden rituals, connecting him to an ominous entity in the "Primordial Abyss." Unraveling the world's history and magic, Revan discovers that its structure is divided into Ten Orders of Ascent, with reality governed by unseen, godlike beings known as "Elders Beyond the Veil." To survive in this world, Revan must master the forbidden "Shadow Wreath," a dark branch of Resonance dealing with illusions, subterfuge, and corruption of the soul. But the deeper he delves, the more he uncovers horrifying truths about the Abyss and his own role as a pawn in a cosmic game.

Born as a Yūmenka, cursed with the Four Paths of the "Lesser Revelations of Light," Haze's life was marked by fear and captivity. Seen and treated as a weapon, a mere pawn in a game, he dreams of breaking free from the chains of his demon-possessed fate. But when whispers of power and divinity emerge, Haze faces an impossible choice: remain bound to his cursed origins or defy the world to seek rebirth and redemption. Can a soul forged in darkness rise to claim the light?

In a world where strength determines everything, Kairos was born powerless—an outcast among warriors and mages capable of shaping the universe itself. Mocked, shunned, and discarded, his life seemed destined for obscurity—until a fateful encounter with an ancient, forgotten spirit awakens a power deep within him. In that moment, Kairos realizes his destiny: to seize every opportunity and reshape his fate. Now, with the ability to absorb the very essence of the universe, Kairos embarks on a treacherous journey from the lowest rank to the highest realms. Along the way, he will face monsters, warlords, and celestial beings, all while unearthing secrets that could alter the cosmos forever. Each critical moment—each kairos—is a turning point that drives him closer to godhood. As he defies the odds and grows stronger, even the gods begin to take notice. In a world on the brink of destruction, where even the divine falter, can Kairos rise to claim the throne of ultimate power, or will he be crushed under the weight of his own ambition? One thing is certain—his unyielding ascent will change the fate of the world forever.

In a world where power is everything, Bai Xuebing witnessed his life and family destroyed by ruthless cultivators. Consumed by hatred, a desire for revenge ignited within him. Given the chance to cultivate, he unleashed a dormant madness, and a seed of bloodlust began to grow inside him. What started as a pursuit of justice quickly descended into a relentless ascent, where his humanity withered, and he embraced the darkness. The fate of men is written in the earth, but their true nature is revealed in the blood they spill.

Villains aren’t born, they rise from the flame, Built from the betrayal, they play the game. In a world teetering on the edge of ruin, legends speak of the Angel of Death—a fallen hero turned nightmare, a vampire whose wings once carried salvation now cast shadows of doom. Betrayed by those he once bled for, exiled and broken, he vanishes into myth. But darkness is patient, and vengeance waits in silence. Now, the forgotten hero awakens, his heart forged in fury and his fangs sharpened by pain. Empires will crumble, crowns will fall, and the blood of betrayers will stain the earth. This is not a tale of redemption. This is the story of his rise—a relentless march to the throne, where mercy dies and a kingdom of shadows is born.

Alan is a nobody. A forgotten face in a world that barely noticed him. After a two-year stint in prison, he finds himself thrust into the Tower Endless, a brutal other world where monstrous beasts reside. It's a chance to prove himself, to escape the life he's always known. But can a nobody truly rise above his past, or will the tower's unforgiving trials consume him?

The world as we know it has crumbled. A towering, mysterious structure has erupted at the center of the planet, bringing with it legions of monsters and apparitions, plunging humanity into chaos. [AWAKENING TALENTS ] [ NEXT MONSTER WAVE - 19 DAYS LEFT ] While survivors scramble, Nyx, a detached and cunning college student, sees this as the perfect opportunity to rise, he realizes this broken world is his playground. [ HOST HAS AWAKENED TALENT TIER: Z ] [ GENERATE ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED 'GENERATED SKILL' ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED SKILL TIER: SS ] [ COMMAND ] With infinite resources at his disposal and a mind honed for manipulation, Nyx begins his ascent—ready to bend the apocalyptic world to his will behind the scene. The Villain Has Infinite Resources at World End centers on Nyx Valmeister, a brilliant and ruthless anti-hero who rises to power in a world thrown into chaos by monstrous invasions and a mysterious Tower. Nyx, a sociopath who awakens a system with the power to generate skills, weapons, and resources at will, views the apocalypse as an opportunity rather than a tragedy. Armed with his talent and cold logic, he systematically eliminates threats, manipulates survivors, and builds an empire on the ruins of society. Unlike typical heroes, Nyx is driven purely by self-interest and power. He has no qualms about sacrificing others for his goals, seeing people as pawns or useful assets—nothing more. His ability to combine skills and equipment into more potent forms gives him an edge over other survivors, and his strategic mind allows him to exploit every advantage. I CAN ASSURE YOU - MC IS SPECIAL

Ezra Matten knew things wouldn’t end well the moment he began a winning streak at the casino and true to his words, the night ended with him bleeding to death in a dark alley. Just when he was at the brink of death, he is approached by two female vampires with an offer he can't refuse. Become a vampire and bond with them, or die. Choosing survival, Ezra accepts his new fate and is turned, only to discover the rarity of male vampires in their secretive society. His transformation is further amplified when he acquires a powerful relic from the vampire progenitor, giving him power beyond his wildest dreams. Emerging as a new vampire prince, Ezra is thrust into the middle of a war for the throne left behind by the progenitor. Vampire Society trembles before the might of the Nightmare as he begins his journey to supremacy, carving out a new path and establishing his dominance. "Bow before my strength, Lord Alucard, for I am your god." Ezra's ascent challenges the very foundations of the vampire world. "Why be a king when you can be a god?"

Elias, a man of unwavering virtue, finds himself cast into the lowest level of hell after an abrupt death, unjustly condemned to a fate he can’t understand nor remember. Desperate to escape the brutal underworld, he battles against monstrous gatekeepers, guided only a mysterious “System” that offers more questions than answers. Elias embarks on a long and treacherous ascent back to Earth, seeking both answers and freedom, only to be confronted by memories he doesn’t want to remember.

The shard flared, its light blazing like a star, forcing Erynn to shield their eyes. A voice resonated through the square, ancient and layered with echoes, each word striking like a bell in their chest. “You are not ready… but you are chosen.” The air trembled, and a searing warmth coursed through Erynn’s body. They fell to their knees as images erupted behind their eyes—worlds unraveling, a fortress cloaked in shadow, a figure whose burning gaze pierced through the darkness. Each vision felt like it was tearing through time itself, a thousand lifetimes compressed into a heartbeat. And then, silence.

-In the Dark Ages of humanity, when Heaven and Hell first appeared, the world was completely in ruins. The angels and devils fought relentlessly over control 3 keys to unlock the truth behind a realm called False Reality. As the war progressed with humanity in the crossfire, legends appeared from across the world to defend humanity, they were known as the 12 Gods. They were the first ones to use the powers of divinity also known as Ascent. With the war won and the realms disappeared to their respective realities, it wasn't long until the world had to begin a new one. Peace proceeded across the world and every story that had been created continued to become reality... that was until his history was born. Reawakening from the mysterious feeling of death, Kiryuu Amuka finds himself in a new world and body. He was reincarnated as the main character of the story he created, Xion Trinity, the adopted son of a baker family located in Blackband, a city south of the capital of the Luminous Country Capital City called Chanda. In the Electric Age Eon, technology has grown to use steam power and other technology such as machinery, canons, transportation, canons, airships, and ships, as well as, positions, Arcadius Keys, Apollo Artifacts, laws and authorities, curses, and more. With the mystery comes more questions to ask about the world he truly created. Follow Xion as he finds himself entangled with the Lost Souls, lower gods, and Paradoxs, both physically, metaphysically, and transcendently - as he slowly awakens and develops newfound powers he was given by the Transcenders. The Sovereign of Dawn spoke of the mysterious nature of the future worlds. As stories continue in an endless stream of lies and misfortunes, they also talk about magnificence and truth. The Seraphims spoke of a man who would eventually open the False reality, a man with potential that would be unrivaled by all who approached him. This is the Story and Legend of "Judgement." Or how the gods and Patriarchs call him "The False God."

Nathan Stone is stuck-32 years old and trapped in a monotonous existence. His career is a dead-end, his personal life is stagnant, and his dreams of making something of himself feel like distant memories. But when a random moment of curiosity leads him to experiment with meditation inspired by the cultivation novels he's obsessed with, Nathan's life takes an unexpected turn. What starts as a skeptical attempt to feel something-anything-begins to reveal a hidden power within him. The line between fantasy and reality blurs as he taps into forces he never believed were real. Can this ordinary man unlock extraordinary abilities, or is he simply losing his grip on reality? Join Nathan on his journey as he discovers that even the most forgotten paths can lead to power beyond imagination.

In a realm where gods and demons watch over mortals with equal parts amusement and disdain, Lucian Noctis emerges from the shadowed depths of Maywood Forest with a singular dream to rise beyond the limits of mortal life. The path to greatness leads to Lumen Obscura Academy, a crucible where legends are forged and the favor of celestial beings can unlock unimaginable power. But Lucian’s journey is no ordinary ascent. Haunted by fragments of a forgotten past and armed with skills honed through survival, he steps into a world fraught with dangers both seen and unseen. From feral beasts to rival cultivators, and from enigmatic strangers to the whispers of ancient forces, every challenge pushes him closer to the brink. As destinies intertwine and secrets unravel, Lucian must decide: will he rise to claim his place among the stars, or be consumed by the shadows of forces far greater than himself? Astralis Ascendant is an epic tale of ambition, survival, and self-discovery, perfect for fans of high-stakes fantasy and martial cultivation.

Receiving the terrible news of never again wielding the bow has him spiralling down depression lane. However, things took a turn for the better when he opened up to see he had been transmigrated to a world of his favourite novel, as a character bedridden in a coma for five years. Aldrich Aldaman is an extra who met his end after being in a coma for five years.

Cultivation with a Western twist? Check! Overpowered protagonist? Absolutely! Ruthless main character? You bet! Nolan Baker once stood at the pinnacle of the world's strongest Gaia Cultivators—until a devastating betrayal cut his life short and crushed everything he'd worked for. But fate wasn’t done with him just yet. Reborn as a child in a remote town, Nolan begins his climb back to power. The goal? Nothing less than absolute domination. And when he returns to the top, his vengeance will be merciless, his retribution far worse than death for those who dared to stand above him. Follow Nolan as he carves his path to supremacy—ready to crush anyone foolish enough to get in his way!

Betrayed by lies and consumed by the mob's fury, the idealistic politician met his end at the hands of the very people he sought to protect. His legacy? Scorn. His dream? Trampled beneath the boots of ignorance. Never again will I serve the whims of the ignorant. When he wakes up in a foreign world, his second chance comes not as a ruler or king but as a frail parish priest in the forgotten outskirts of the Holy Empire. "The masses are nothing but tools—easily swayed, incapable of thought, and blind to reason. To lead is not to serve them, but to wield them." Bound to a mysterious system that rewards with miraculous powers, he begins his ascent—as the Messiah. Armed with the knowledge of his past life and a soul hardened by betrayal, he will transform this crumbling parish, climb the ranks of the Church, and carve a path to the pinnacle of power. In a world ruled by faith and fear, he will forge a new order, not to serve but to dominate. After all, a shepherd does not ask permission to lead the flock. He decides their fate. Faith is his weapon. Power is his goal. Divinity is his destiny.

In The Vault of Nightmares, a group of elite operatives is tasked with infiltrating the mind of one of the world’s most powerful and secretive figures—Billionaire tech mogul, D'Arcy. He has built a fortress inside his own mind, a maze of elaborate defenses meant to protect his darkest secrets. As they navigate his mental labyrinth, each step forward takes them deeper into a web of lies, manipulations, and personal demons that D'Arcy has spent decades hiding from the world. At the heart of the Vault lies D'Arcy's fear of exposure—a fear so deep that he built a prison around it, designed to protect himself from the truth. As the team dives into his subconscious, they are forced to confront their own darkest fears, illusions, and buried truths, as the Vault twists reality, blurring the lines between what is real and what is a construct of D'Arcy’s psyche. Each layer of the Vault reveals more about D'Arcy’s brutal ascent to power and the moral compromises he made along the way, forcing the team to question their own motives and the true cost of stopping him. As the Vault’s defenses grow more aggressive and the line between enemy and ally begins to blur, Eva, the team leader, realizes that their mission is no longer about exposing D'Arcy’s secrets—it’s about surviving the truth of what they’ve uncovered. They must decide whether to bring D'Arcy down at all costs or save him from the very darkness he created. The stakes grow higher as they approach the core of his mind, where the final confrontation will determine the fate of D’Arcy and the team—and the future of the world they’ve sworn to protect.

Determining the secrets of Adrian Cross, a young billionaire who seems too good to be true, is the mission of Ivy Harper, a tenacious investigative journalist with a track record of exposing corruption. Adrian, who is well-known for his innovative digital inventions and charitable work with foster children, seems impenetrable. However, rumors of corporate sabotage, shady transactions, and betrayals clouded his quick ascent. Ivy’s task is to reveal the man behind the mask, but what starts out as a business endeavor degenerates into a risky game of betrayal, forbidden romance, and trust. Ivy learns startling details about Adrian’s past as she digs more, including his acrimonious conflict with Victor Hale, a former business partner turned rival . Ivy becomes embroiled in their conflict, endangering not just Adrian’s business but also her safety. It gets more difficult for her to distinguish fact from fiction—and her love for Adrian from her obligation as a journalist—the closer she gets to him.

Ethan Whittaker, a seventeen-year-old prodigy from Earth, finds his life forever changed when a car accident catapults him into the Galactic Dominion—a sprawling, technologically advanced civilization where starships dominate the skies and innovation knows no bounds. Stranded in an unfamiliar dimension, Ethan is approached by an officer from the Galactic Shipwright Guild (GSG), the supreme authority in starship design and engineering across the Galactic Domain. Given the choice to join their ranks or remain lost in this alien world, Ethan chooses to embrace his new reality, igniting a journey that will define his destiny. Determined to rise through the ranks of the Guild, he immerses himself in the art and science of shipbuilding, crafting vessels that are as functional as they are visionary. As he begins to leave his mark on the galaxy, Ethan also harbors a deep desire to uncover the mysteries of interdimensional travel, seeking a way to return to Earth armed with unparalleled knowledge and technology. The Architect's Legacy is a story of ingenuity, ambition, and resilience, weaving the wonder of interstellar exploration with the personal quest to create a legacy that transcends time and dimensions.

In the far future of the Milky Way, ambition and courage are key to a civilization's survival. Follow Lucius von Vasilier, a young aristocrat third in line to a fledgling noble house within the Holy Empire, where noble families obsessed with genetic purity vie for dominance. House Vasilier is on the rise, but its meteoric ascent from common soldier to aristocracy may soon rest on Lucius' shoulders. Meanwhile, alien races, some ancient, some newly encountered, watch from the shadows, their motives unclear, while humanity is about to encounter long-lost, ancient cousins whose existence could unravel everything the Empire strives to build. Before he can shoulder this responsibility, however, Lucius must first secure a marriage. Will he succeed in solidifying his family's position, or will the challenges of the universe crush him like a bug?

When young Auriel tragically meets his end, he awakens to a bizarre reality on the distant planet of Warkinels. Reincarnated as a necromancer tree, he finds himself immersed in a world governed by a real-life game system, where every creature is relentlessly striving to level up and gain strength. Unfazed by his peculiar transformation, Auriel embraces his new identity and sets out on a singular quest: to ascend the ranks and become the most powerful being in the Warkinels. With each encounter, he absorbs the life force of fallen creatures, enhancing his own abilities and expanding his necromantic influence. As Auriel delves deeper into the intricacies of Warkinel’s game system, he discovers hidden mechanics and exploits that allow him to accelerate his progression. Along the way, he forms alliances with fellow adventurers and clashes with rival factions, all vying for dominance in the ever-shifting landscape of Warkinels. Driven by an insatiable thirst for power, Auriel navigates treacherous dungeons, battles formidable foes, and unearths ancient artifacts that augment his necromantic prowess. But with each victory comes greater challenges, as rival players and malevolent forces seek to thwart his ascent. As Auriel rises through the ranks of Warkinel’s hierarchy, he becomes a force to be reckoned with, feared and respected by all who dare to oppose him. Yet, amidst his quest for supremacy, he must grapple with the moral implications of his actions and confront the darkness that lurks within his own heart. Arboreal Ascendance is a riveting tale of ambition, sacrifice, and the pursuit of power, as one boy's journey from death to rebirth leads him on an epic quest to conquer the game of life itself.

Betrayed. Broken. Imprisoned. Kelvin Ardent, once a cunning prince destined for greatness, finds himself shackled in a dungeon, left to rot by those he trusted most. But when his darkest hour awakens an ancient curse tied to his bloodline, Kelvin gains a gift—and a curse—that will change his fate forever: the Mind Dominion System. With the power to read minds, manipulate thoughts, and foresee his enemies’ moves, Kelvin begins his ascent from the depths of despair. Yet this power comes at a cost. Every victory chips away at his sanity, every failure brings him closer to destruction. Bound by the sinister legacy of Magnus Tenebris, a forgotten master of manipulation, Kelvin must navigate a dangerous game of survival, revenge, and conquest. As enemies close in and the line between ally and foe blurs, Kelvin’s resolve hardens. He will reclaim his throne. He will punish those who wronged him. But to do so, he must embrace the darkness within and wield the system before it consumes him. The world is a chessboard, and Kelvin Ardent is the strategist destined to rule it—or lose everything in the attempt. " In a game of minds, only the strongest can dominate."

Betrayed and slain by his own students, the mighty devil archmage Alistair Draegon is reborn a millennium later as a lowly poisonous snake in a brutal dungeon. In a world where monsters evolve by devouring others and Angelic and Infernal factions wage endless war, Alistair must rise from the depths. Using remnants of his past magic and ruthless cunning, he begins his ascent, vowing to reclaim his power, crush his enemies, and reshape the world in his image.

In a fractured world where noble houses cling to the fading legacy of their ancestors’ magic, rebellion brews beneath the surface. Lynx Fenwyk, a baron’s son with mismatched eyes hinting at dormant powers, finds himself caught between the struggles of commoners and the suffocating expectations of nobility. Together with his poised cousin Vera Astrielle and the secretive Veryl Astrielle, Lynx stumbles upon a dangerous truth that ties their families to the roots of the rebellion. As Queen Seraphina Caelum tightens her grip to restore the royal family’s fading magic, and the enigmatic rebel leader Kael Thornwyck rallies the oppressed, Lynx and his cousins must navigate a web of deceit, forbidden magic, and their families’ legacies. Their awakening powers thrust them into a choice: uphold the system that binds their world or ignite a spark that could burn it all down. "The Flame’s Ascent" is a tale of loyalty, power, and the pursuit of truth, where every decision shapes the fate of a kingdom on the brink of change.