Strip Chess

Lin Fan awakens to a world where chaos reigns, stripped of family, status, and safety. But within the turmoil, he discovers a powerful secret—the Beast Abilities system in his mind. With every threat he eliminates, he earns vengeance points, enabling him to level up his physiques. From the humble Wild Rabbit’s ability—[Rabbit's Hearing], [Swift Foot], [Magnificent Leap]—to the ruthless strength of the Wolf—[Hunter Instincts], [Iron Claws], [Leader of the Pack]—and the Ape’s raw power—[Climb Trees], [Strong Arms], [Inhale Qi]—Lin Fan hones his skills with every battle. Years later, as the feared grand master of a prestigious sect, he looks back in wonder. Who would have believed that his rise to greatness began with the unassuming gifts of a wild rabbit.

Uzu Hiko always considered himself ordinary—neither the smartest nor the fastest. But finding chess gave him a way to see life differently, a game of strategy and endless possibilities. Now in his second year of high school, Uzu is determined to climb even higher, surrounded by his best friends Tai Momo, Ono Lamia, Sen Kai, and Yuuki Alive. What begins as an ordinary school day takes an extraordinary turn when a brilliant light engulfs their cafeteria during lunch. The five friends are pulled from their world into a mysterious land called Jambudweep. There, they are greeted by King Aryarama Dweep and his daughter, Rimu, who explain their sudden arrival. Summoned as “heroes,” Uzu and his friends are tasked with saving Jambudweep from the looming threat of demons. Confused and scared, the group struggles to make sense of their new reality. While others panic, Uzu steps up, urging them to stay calm. But as the gravity of their mission becomes clear, one question lingers: Why were they chosen ?, and what role will each of them play in this battle between light and darkness? "who manipulated the summoning? from our world or m.. may be someone from The five hero's world." ___ Instagram: zero.shunya.0

Shadows stretch longer, whispers grow louder, and the world of Obinai Nobunaga, a teen trying to figure out his place in the world begins to unravel in ways that defy understanding… *whispering frantically, their voice trembling* “They’re… they’re dead. They’re all dead. I don’t… how did this happen? How could this happen?” *pausing, breathing heavily, pacing* “No, no, no, no, no. This can’t—this can’t be my fault. I didn’t… I wouldn’t… I couldn’t have done it. Right? Right?” *laughing nervously, almost hysterically* “I mean, it’s not like I just—no! No, stop it! Think. Think! There has to be an explanation. There has to be!” *voice breaking, barely above a whisper* “But what if it was me? What if… what if I did this? Oh God… oh God, what have I done?” *slumping to the ground, gripping their head* “Why can’t I remember? Why can’t I—” sobbing now “I didn’t mean to… I’m sorry…I’m so sorry…” Those who dare to hope must ask: When you strip away the comforting lies, will you embrace the shards of truth—or bleed by their edge? This novel is a mix of fantasy and and light sci-fi that explores dark themes. I can’t say much but it’s all a journey…a messy one…but a journey all the same. Come and observe the main character as he progresses…to rid himself of someone…and uncover the secrets of this world. Hope you Enjoy :) (Updates are 1 chapter a day...This is also on Royal Road and ScribbleHub...review it there too)

Ji Tianqi, who fantasized about crossing into an otherworldly realm, was diagnosed as a fantasy syndrome patient. However, his extraordinary encounter in the otherworldly realm came true!!! In his first extraordinary encounter, he obtained a martial arts secret book that no one but he could master. Therefore, the team responsible for researching/treating him provided him with a prop—a chessboard! His second extraordinary encounter involved solving the Zhenlong Chess and gaining the empowerment transmission from a master, which granted him a century-old skill in minutes. From then on, the team responsible for researching/treating him became a team dedicated to assisting him. His team created an inn setting for him, where he experienced his fourth extraordinary encounter—the Orchid Acupoint Skill. With this martial art, he immobilized a criminal possessing the superpower of Instantaneous Movement. His team submitted a request report to their superiors—our hero needs to rent a temple, a temple with a Scripture Pavilion. After the superiors rejected it, they issued an important directive. "Think bigger, construct a real ancient city for him! An ancient city that includes all the headquarters of the various sects from his otherworldly fantasies!"

Viella Ivelle, the eldest daughter of King Peter Emris of Olaos, has been bound to a life of servitude from the day she was born-the day her mother, Queen Maristella Ivelle, died. Declared a bearer of misfortune, Viella was stripped of her titles and cast aside, forced to live as a maid to her siblings, enduring cruelty not only from her family but from the palace servants as well. Yet despite her chains, Viella yearns for freedom-to love, to be loved, and to forge her own path far beyond the kingdom's walls. On her eighteenth birthday, a shocking revelation halts her plans: she's already engaged-to Alastor Kavish, the nephew of a powerful Lunar Mage and the protector of Olaos, Raden Ovenash. The problem? Alastor has been missing since birth, leaving Viella bound to a man who may never return. Desperate to break free from this unwanted fate, Viella sets off on a journey to find her elusive fiancé and end the engagement once and for all. As she steps beyond the palace walls, she's thrust not just into the world outside her father's kingdom but into an entirely new realm-one that holds secrets, dangers, and perhaps the freedom she's been longing for her entire life. Will Viella manage to break the engagement set by her father and the Mage? Or will she let herself fall for the dark mysterious man that is ridden by scars and secrets as haunting as her own?

(End of the World + Rebirth + Space + Stockpiling Supplies) Suddenly, natural disasters hit and the world changed drastically. First, it was extreme heat, then extreme cold, followed by earthquakes, thick fog, eternal night, and acid rain. Liu Ruyan, who had struggled to survive alone in the apocalypse for ten years, finally died in the pouring acid rain. When she opened her eyes again, Liu Ruyan found that she had been reborn, and there were still three months before the apocalypse. After discovering a huge portable space in her family heirloom, Liu Ruyan set herself the first small goal after rebirth - spending 2.1 billion yuan to fill the space with supplies! From then on, Liu Ruyan started the stockpiling mode. Rice, flour, cooking oil and salt? Buy! Chickens, ducks, fish and meat? Buy! Clothes, hats, shoes and socks? Buy! Dried meat, chicken feet, mini hot pots, potato chips, spicy strips, and luosifen, none can be missed! (A survival story in the apocalypse, the male lead will be absolutely unexpected!)

I felt it—a pull unlike anything I’d ever experienced. The bond. I stared at her, stunned as the realization hit me like a tidal wave. Sao was my mate. How? It wasn’t possible. I had convinced myself that the curse stripped me of this gift, that I would never have a mate. Yet, here she was, standing before me, bound to me in ways that defied logic and fate.

“Don’t be a hero,” he whispered. “Heroes die alone.” Jester, the god of death and misery goes back in time to take revenge against his previous reincarnation. Keiren Astaroth finds himself at death's door, forced to pay for sins he did not commit. The seven races fought for a throne, the highest seat in the universe. Trapped in the future, Keiren must live as Caedes Volkov, someone the 7 races want dead. If that wasn't enough? Keiren Astaroth was the son of Ifrit, the first primordial. He was the rightful heir to what Jester was essentially stripped of. The Forgotten Throne. *** Note: The ML is Keiren/Caedes only. The book is written in different pov’s of ofher characters for a more in depth experience. [Webnovel Spirity Awards 2024 Entry] 100 Power stones = 1 bonus chapter

In a world where most chase wealth and status, Omen stands apart. Once driven by the desire for power, he shifts his ambition towards an audacious goal: omniscience. He realises that to achieve the impossible, he must transform into an impossibility himself. Omen embarks on a harrowing journey, facing unimaginable trials—banishment, imprisonment, enslavement, and even death—in his relentless pursuit of knowledge. Each challenge strips away his humanity while sharpening his resolve, as he learns that true progress emerges when impossibility bends to necessity. But as Omen draws closer to his goal, he must confront the ultimate question: at what cost comes the pursuit of unattainable knowledge, and can he retain his sense of self in a quest to become something beyond human?

Darius Fall was a rising star in the world basketball league, a point guard known for his vision and cunning, setting up plays like a chess grandmaster. On the brink of greatness, his career came to a brutal end when an intentional foul crushed his arm, shattering his dreams. He never recovered, he descended into despair, grief ultimately drove him to suicide, convinced that his story was finished. But destiny had other plans. Darius awakens in a fantastical realm where basketball is far more than a game—it’s a path to honor, power, and influence. Reborn into a humble, struggling family, he’s driven by an intense new purpose: to work his way into the prestigious academy, , against all odds. He carries the memories of his past and an unyielding determination, grinding himself to the bone, training morning and night to make his way among the elites of the exclusive academy of the kingdom, where he needs to learn the new mechanics of basketball in this new world.

Confined in a remote country, a transient youth with an unusual name, Hoku, stumbles upon a hidden message in his late uncle's library. Provoked by a profound fascination, he encounters a distorted timeframe that reincarnates him into "The Sequel," a perilous alternate universe plagued by mysteries and fallen civilizations. Stripped of his memories and identity, Hoku must navigate this treacherous realm by forging alliances with strangers who appear to share his misfortune. To return to his own world, he must unravel the parties that purposed him to become the ‘Navigator of the timestream’. His quest pits him against the apprentices of a formidable deity known as "The Abundant Creator," forcing him to recover the past and confront the enigmatic truths that upended his grasp of his own existence.

In the human territories of Avelion, where power and survival hinge on mastery of mana, talent is a rare and treasured gift. Those with exceptional skill can rise above the status of ordinary citizens, wielding influence and securing a future within a world fraught with political intrigue and endless conflict. But for our main hero, Kail, this path was abruptly severed. After a devastating incident that took his right hand and leg, he lost more than his physical abilities; he lost the support of his clan—an essential foundation in a society where alliances often determine survival. Once surrounded by strength and guidance, Kail now faces a life stripped of both his place in the clan and the loyalty of the one person he relied on most. Alone in a realm governed by mana-wielding elites, Kail must rebuild his life from scratch. Follow his journey as he learns to adapt, reclaim his strength, and navigate a dangerous world, restoring himself to face the challenges of each new day.

Ludwig Heart, the heir to a vast fortune and a life of luxury, craves only one thing: freedom from his gilded cage. But when a plane crash catapults him into a world of magic and danger, he awakens not as the hero he dreamed of, but as a victim in a twisted ritual. Trapped between the ambitions of dark necromancers and the wrath of vengeful gods, Ludwig must navigate a deadly new reality where his life is no longer his own. Stripped of privilege and resurrected as an undead pawn, Ludwig’s fight for survival will determine whether he reclaims his destiny—or becomes a mere footnote in a world of shadows and deceit.

While the brilliant scientist Hakoa Sora was growing weary of his life and waiting for change, he suddenly discovered that he was chosen to take on the role of [the protagonist] in his world, in preparation for the upcoming evolution! Sora refused to accept this fate and firmly rejected it. This led him to strike a suspicious deal with a mysterious entity, allowing him to escape to another world and evade his predetermined destiny, freeing himself from the shackles of that position. And so began his journey in a fantastical world of sword and sorcery! A world completely different from Earth, where he would start his life anew... from the beginning, as a different person. ...But did he truly manage to evade his fate?

Fallen from the heavens, the goddess of the moon and ocean, Divine, is reborn as a mortal in 2025. Stripped of her celestial powers, she must navigate the human world, performing selfless acts to fill a magical jar that will restore her divinity. But as she discovers the depth of human emotions, her once-clear mission becomes a labyrinth of love, betrayal, and destiny. Drawn to the ocean and haunted by storms tied to her emotions, Divine meets Elliot, a brilliant but guarded marine biologist with secrets of his own. Their connection grows even as a mysterious celestial overseer seeks to bind Divine to the mortal world forever. Torn between regaining her powers and embracing her newfound humanity, Divine must decide: return to the stars or risk everything for love.

"Someday I'll kill you." Waylen whispers, into the man's ears. Hooking his slender arms around his neck teasingly. "Im always waiting my little amnesiac." The man mocks, licking his red lips. All the aware that a pair of golden scissors already drew blood from his throat. Waylen Noel has always lived for his twin sister Chess, so when an old man came, to take one of them away. He volunteered without question. Once a decade, The Estate holds a deathly game in which the winner is granted one wish. Caught between strange magic, sadistic minds, toxic love, and voices within his head, will he make it out still breathing?

The moment Jiang Chen woke up in a cultivation world, he realized he wasn’t the hero—but the villain destined to fall under the protagonist’s blade. The so-called "Heaven's Chosen" was already set on a path of revenge against him, blessed with endless fortuitous encounters, loyal allies, and the protection of fate itself. Labeled an arrogant young master and despised by all, Jiang Chen seemed doomed to play his role as a mere stepping stone. But everything changed when the "Villain System" bound itself to him. A system that thrives on disrupting destiny, harvesting the protagonist's luck, and granting Jiang Chen terrifying power with every step he takes to destroy the narrative. Jiang Chen chuckled, "A protagonist protected by the heavens? Let's see how far you get when I strip you of everything you hold dear." The heavens may seek to crush him, but he’ll turn their chosen hero into nothing more than a pawn in his own story of ascension.

“I will not be defined as a ‘wolfless deviant’ I will not be a pawn in the 'games Alphas play' And I refuse to be mated to the stranger who crashed into my life and turned everything upside down… Only that might be my biggest challenge yet.” Those were the words Lyla chanted to herself as she left the annual werewolf gala, drenched in her sweat and her pheromones. Only days ago, she was a happy teenager existing in the human world – trying to get through college and go far away, forget everything she’s been through and start life afresh but now, she’s in the middle of the gala, sprawled on the ground with her desires in everyone’s face and Alpha Ramsey Kincaid – the Lycan leader of the White Moon Throne extending his hands towards her. If she takes it, she would bring dishonour to her family because she is in no state to be mingling with anyone, talk more of the Lycan leader who was out of her league and if she refuses, she risks being sent to the pack prison for not taking better care of herself during her heat - Yes, it was a crime for her to be without a wolf. But when he touches her, something inside her stirs… Desires? Yes! Powers hidden by the moon goddess? Yes! And maybe just maybe, the stirrings of her missing wolf whose voice can calm feral wolves and heal … Can she learn to trust this man whose mouth says a different thing and his hands speak another language or would she become a pawn – a piece of chess in the games ‘Alphas play’? One thing’s for certain- Lyla Woodlands was done being the pack’s little, dirty ‘wolfless deviant’. It’s time this wolfless wonder showed them what she’s made of. #Slow burn #Wispy old prophecies # Love Triangle - ML and FL best friend #Villian in love with FL Join my discord group: https://discord.gg/t2w9NgC4

Lothair is a serial killer who detest imperfection on human’s facial features, which resulted in him having a compulsory behavior of wanting to strip people’s faces. After he dies, he finds himself as Narcissus, a beautiful and adorable female NPC inside a state-of-the-art VRMMO world of the latest craze called Fallen Carcosa Online. But despite being a fantasy-filled game, the world feels strangely realistic. Too realistic, even. Game-like systems and magic exist but so do plagues, politics, economy, and the horror hidden in plain sight. When pried open, an actual human-like anatomy can be seen beyond the skin of the NPC’s face—with little to no censor. Everything feels too immersive. Except Narcissus, Lothair’s new identity. When Narcissus tried to scrape off the face of her new adorable body, she found an abyssal void with little to no end. This story marks the birth for the King in Yellow. - Warning, this story contain: Male-to-Female Genderbend, GL/Yuri, Occasional Futa MC, Yanderes, Harem, Self-Cest. - Follow the creative and attentive Narcissus, a nuanced former serial-killer who will gradually becomes stronger, experienced, maddening, horrifying, but also mature, wise, conflicted, and complex—in this near-endless journey. Where souls unsung and tears unshed. In the land of Lost Carcosa.

When a tragic accident shatters the peace of a family bound by blood and power, the life of one young soul is forever altered. Stripped of everything familiar and left crippled in an unfamiliar world, they must face harsh trials alone, armed only with a simple keepsake and their parents’ last gift. Amid fiendish cultivators, ancient bloodlines, and nightmarish creatures lurking in every shadow, they have to piece together a way home. But a sinister truth looms closer with each step—a dark plan unfolding from the shadows, one they were never meant to escape. --- New Chapters: Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Evelina Moore has spent her life enduring hardship at the hands of her own family. After her mother’s mysterious death, she was left under the control of a manipulative father and stepmother who stripped away her inheritance and cut her off from her maternal family. Even betrayed by her fiancé, Liam Hayes, Evelina refuses to let her spirit be broken. When her stepsister’s arranged marriage to the nation’s wealthiest family falls apart on the wedding day, Evelina is forced to take her place at the altar. She finds herself wed to Leone Hargrave, an elusive heir surrounded by rumors of a cold, untouchable demeanor and even disfigurement. Yet, to her surprise, Evelina encounters a man of striking presence and unexpected gentleness. Bound by a marriage neither anticipated, will Evelina’s warmth break through Leone’s guarded heart? And could he become the protector she’s always needed, helping her reclaim the legacy that was stolen from her? ___ Thanks for picking up this book. You won't regret it! Also please check out my newest novel' Living a Glamorous Life As Lady Barberini FYI, I made both covers!

In the majestic God Realm, Seraphine, the mischievous Chief God, and Ignatius, the steadfast God of Fire, were once inseparable pillars of balance. But when Seraphine’s playful mischief went too far, a powerful curse was unleashed, casting them both out of the divine realm and into the human world. Stripped of their celestial powers, they find themselves reborn as mortals in an unfamiliar world, their divine essence transformed into extraordinary talent. Rising to fame as the most celebrated idols of the modern age, their lives intersect in a whirlwind of rivalry and reluctant partnership. Though separated by misunderstandings and the remnants of their forgotten past, the bond they once shared begins to resurface. Amidst the glitz of the stage and the struggles of mortal life, Seraphine and Ignatius slowly rediscover the love that bound them together in the God Realm. As their true identities and the reason behind their fall are revealed, they must confront the curse and prove that their bond is strong enough to overcome the trials of both realms. Only then can they return to their rightful places in the God Realm, united as leaders and lovers.

An anthology series filled with short stories about the transcendental beings of the Universe! Gods, indifferent and cunning, ruling over multiple worlds! Angels, virtuous and abiding, who serve to bring good (?) to the universe! Men, adaptive and resilient, who remain pawns to their universal chess games of the Gods! And many other beings... Be they good or evil, cruel or righteous, monstrous or normal...

"I was called evil just because I killed a few Gods—Is that right?!! "My actions were justified. Who wants to worship beings who are nothing but power-hungry tyrants?" "So, I slayed them." *Haha!* After a battle that shook the Earth beyond anything recorded in history, the most feared entity—a rogue god—was finally vanquished: the God of Darkness. With his defeat, demi-gods and gods finally found peace, relieved of the threat he once posed. But peace came at a cost. As punishment by the supreme gods, Azrael, the rogue god, was transmigrated into a human body. Stripped of his divine powers, he now had to start from scratch, trapped in a mortal shell that could not sustain the will and power of a god. Just when all seemed lost, a new hope arose. [Ding!!] [New body sustainable unlocked: Reptilian skin] [20% of power gained] [Mission: eradicate all living things in a 20 mile radius] "I am coming for you all!!" **** [Note: Please don't forget to add to your library, and support thank you] Also, not a harem.

In the chaotic realm of Kyyrin, where draconic deities spiral in a deadly dance of death and rebirth, driven by the whims of worship, stands the cunning draconic demon goddess Yuuna. Bound by an ancient cycle, these gods continually perish and are reborn, stripped of memories, doomed to a fleeting existence. But Yuuna harbors a dark secret—her heart is the key to breaking this eternal chain. Desperate for salvation, the divine beings unite with a sinister intent: to kill Yuuna and seize her heart. Enter Xyenn, a 19-year-old with nothing but contempt for gods and a thirst for revenge. Yuuna, ever the strategist, binds this unlikely hero to her cause, sharing her formidable powers with him through a binding contract. Together, they dive into a maelstrom of divine conspiracies and battles. But amidst the chaos and battles, could there emerge an unexpected bond, perhaps love? Or does their alliance simply herald more destruction and sorrow in this god-forsaken world? Only time will tell in this high-stakes game of gods and hearts.

After a tragic and untimely death, Carter finds himself reborn as a meteor, drifting through the vast emptiness of space. Stripped of his human form, he awakens in the cold, unfeeling void of the cosmos as a meteor. https://www.patreon.com/c/Shaxheaven https://discord.gg/urVgPcaR6j

In the beginning, God created angels to serve with loyalty and demons to embody freedom. But this balance faltered as demons descended into chaos, and angels became emotionless tools. To unite these extremes, God created humanity, granting them both loyalty and freedom. To guide them, He chose two beings: Elpis, a wingless angel reborn as a mortal, and Lilith, the queen of Luxuria, a kingdom ruled by lust. Stripped of his wings, Elpis must protect the prophecy of the seven virtues—angelic powers destined to awaken in humans—and battle the deadly sins threatening to corrupt them. In Luxuria, Lilith commands a kingdom of temptation while hiding her own struggle with the legacy of sin. When Elpis encounters Seraphina, a woman tied to both his past and Lilith’s world, his mission becomes deeply personal. As virtues awaken and sins rise, Elpis must navigate a fractured world, questioning the nature of loyalty, freedom, and redemption. Torn between duty and the complexities of mortal emotion, Elpis faces a choice: follow God’s plan or forge a new destiny for humanity. In a battle where the lines between light and darkness blur, the fate of mankind hangs in the balance.

Once a powerful deity of Darkness and death, the protagonist finds himself stripped of his divine powers and trapped in human form, devoid of his memories, following a fierce battle with an enigmatic creature from another dimension. As an ordinary human with no recollection of his past, he leads an ordinary life until he awakens a mysterious system that unlocks his lost memories, coinciding with a painful breakup with his girlfriend. Embark on Nyx's journey of revenge as he strives to regain his former power and unravel the secrets of the alternate dimensions. With English not being my first language, I apologize for any grammatical errors and welcome your suggestions for improvement. Please note that this novel is entirely fictional and set in a world separate from Earth, so it is advisable not to apply real-world knowledge while immersing yourself in this fantastical story. Thank you for joining me on this adventure, and I hope you enjoy it.

Klara had lived all her life as an orphan, in her own innocent way. Until she met the devil, Jack who was known as a heartless ceo It all began when she helped her friends in substituting for a strip dancer. Then she met him “Jake” and they ended up having sex together. The next day she woke up and ran away. Few months later, she discovered she was pregnant, when she saw the pregnancy report she ran away to another country. Few years later she came back with a triplet. Unknown to her, “He” was waiting for her return

Two strangers, a human, and a monster, find themselves stranded in an unfamiliar land or perhaps an entirely unknown world. Their arrival in this alien place has stripped them of memories from their former lives, leaving them with nothing but their names and a strong sense of loyalty to one another. While they find other people similar to them, a feeling of misplacement stings their thoughts endlessly and they embark on a journey to unravel the mystery behind their inexplicable relocation.