Rusty Venture

[Invincible Flow] [Nonsensical] [Relaxed Immortal Heroes] The fishing dude never leaves empty-handed! ...... ...... A "bloody case" triggered by a fishing rod Starting with a dog, all companions depend on fishing. Jin Xu, just stepping into the university gates, transmigrated to the Nine Provinces Realm, and was coaxed and deceived by an old Taoist into becoming his disciple. After witnessing the "perils" of this world and confirming that there was no way back, the steady (and cautious) Jin Xu prepared to practice cultivation under his master's protection until he became invincible, then venture out again. Then one morning, he woke up. Where's my master! Jin Xu, now without protection, panicked, so he decided to "risk his life" to find his master to protect himself. After leaving the Taoist temple, Jin Xu muttered, "Are people outside... so easily defeated?"

Lin Mo transmigrated to an eastern fantasy world. He started off with a classic “zero to hero” opening. Because of the [God Devourer] special attribute that he was born with, he used up countless resources, yet his cultivation level wouldn’t rise even one bit. Finally, he was chased out of the clan by the chief. He became responsible for managing the market place meant for newcomers at Initial Heart Village, which is a small town in the countryside. He thought that he would live the rest of his life uneventfully as a businessman. He didn’t expect that he would awaken the [Auction Rebate System] As long as the auction house sells items, Lin Mo would receive rebates several times the value of the item sold. [Ding! The host had auctioned off leftover bits from an elixir cauldron. Rebate give: Ninth Level Ultra Elixir: Heaven Forge Restoration Pill!] [Ding! The host had auctioned off the basic cultivation method: Strength Training Long Fist. Rebate given: Ninth Level Ultra Cultivation Method: Ancient Dragon Mammoth Method!] [Ding! The host had auctioned off a rusty bronze sword. Rebate give: Ninth Rank Ultra Weapon: God Slayer Sword!] [Ding! ...] As such, Lin Mo’s insane path to greatness has begun!

Magic of Arkonia: The Stolen Legacy In a land where magic once thrived, Arkonia now stands on the brink of ruin. The lifeblood of the kingdom—its ancient magic—is vanishing, and no one knows why. When a mysterious prophecy resurfaces, four heirs, bound by fate, must uncover the truth behind the stolen legacy. As they venture into forbidden lands, battle the shadows of the past, and uncover secrets buried deep within the ruins of lost civilizations, they realize that the key to restoring Arkonia’s magic lies within the heart of an ancient dragon—one who may no longer be on their side. But time is running out. The Crimson Eye has awakened, and an even greater darkness lurks beyond the veil of reality. To save their world, the heirs must unravel the mystery before Arkonia’s last ember of magic is extinguished forever. Will they reclaim their stolen legacy, or will Arkonia fall into an age of chaos? A thrilling fantasy filled with dragons, destiny, and a battle against fate.

In a world where dreams are a gateway to the unknown, Toby Robinson's life is about to take a dramatic turn. After inheriting the mysterious Dream System, Toby discovers he can venture into the realm of dreams, unlocking supernatural adventures and unimaginable possibilities. But with great power comes great responsibility, and Toby's newfound abilities have caught the attention of unknown forces. As he delves deeper into the world of dreams, Toby must confront the dark secrets surrounding the Dream System's origins and the true intentions of its creators. Will this carefree teenager be able to harness the power of the Dream System to save his world, or will the weight of destiny crush him? Dive into the thrilling adventures of Toby Robinson as he navigates the blurred lines between dreams and reality. [Congratulations, You Have Inherited The Dream System]

Warning: Despite the books name mc is anti-hero. Eternal battlefield descended, and the reality transformed into a hellish place for those who couldn't awaken a class and those who were lucky enough to awaken were known Awakeners. When living beings turned Eighteen they might awaken their class and gain the ability to wield mana at their fingertips. Awakeners would venture into the Eternal battlefield to fight for survival, gaining godlike strength in the process. Dawn reincarnated into this world, strangely while just a few days old, he successfully awakened the Superhero class as a result he was forced to venture into a dangerous world with an infant body. Thankfully for him he managed to unlock some unique skills which allowed him to survive and thrive. ….. [Ding! New Class Achievement unlocked] [Grade - Epic, Gazing into the eyes of Death with a smile] [Have a near brush with death 1,000 times in succession in a span of a few days. Young hero, Death had been chasing you but you have been faster] [Your efforts have been awarded, young hero, and a new skill has been unlocked.] [Nine Abyss Laser Eyes Level 1 - Launch a laser ray with temperature exceeding 1,000 degrees Celsius at your target.] ....... discords -https://discord.gg/egZYREvZbD

Selena McCall has always harbored dreams of gracing the silver screen. Abandoning her humble roots to venture into the glitz of Los Angeles was meant to be her golden opportunity. However, upon her arrival, she discovers that raw talent alone doesn't guarantee success in the industry. Faced with challenging times, she accepts a job that promises to keep her afloat in the costly world of Hollywood. However, this provisional solution leads her down a treacherous path, and before long, she finds herself living a life far removed from the dream she had passionately pursued and given up everything for.

Reynar, an 18-year-old lumberjack, has always believed his parents died in a tragic accident. But when he learns the truth, his life takes a sudden turn. Determined to uncover what really happened, he sets out on a journey filled with danger, deception, and buried secrets. By his side is Eris, a mysterious girl with her own reasons for joining him. As they venture into unknown lands, every answer they find only leads to more questions. With powerful forces working against them, Reynar soon realizes that some truths come at a cost—and that the past he’s chasing may be far more dangerous than he ever imagined. Will Reynar and Eris uncover the truth, or will the past consume them before they can?

The Mayan ceremonial dagger had an inscription in the ancient language that read: "Offer thy heart". It's obviously an instruction left by the past inhabitants of this forgotten place, but who would be stupid enough to stab himself in the heart with a rusty old knife found inside a tombstone? After activating my battery pack the dagger shimmers brightly in a cyan light, the creatures are coming, I can hear their steps. 'It's do or die.'

The Prea gods, who saved humanity from living as slaves to other races and established the human empire, passed down their bloodline. Those who inherited their blood were born with magical talent and could become wizards. After thousands of years, the empire fell, and the world became ruled by great masters across different regions. He was a young man who grew up with his mother, never knowing who his father was. Though he possessed tremendous magical abilities, he lived as a shepherd in a rural village. Now he ventures out into the world to discover the secrets of his bloodline.

“Is this a game or reality?” - Michael Norman ***** Apocalypse descended, and reality transformed into a game for a select few known as Awakeners. Between the ages of 16 and 18, every teenager had the chance to awaken a class and attain supernatural powers. Awakeners would then venture into a game-like world, the Land of Origin, seeking treasures and gaining tremendous strength. Michael transmigrated into this world at 18 and successfully awakened the Necromancer class. However, that was not all—Michael also unlocked a unique talent that allowed his undead summons to evolve infinitely. ..... [Little Skeleton has successfully evolved into Skeleton Soldier!] [Skeleton Mage has successfully evolved into Skeleton Summoner!] [Bone Dragon has successfully evolved into Undead Frost Dragon!] ...... With his powerful undead summons, Michael set out on a path to become a supreme legend. Tags: #Necromancer #Undead #Evolution #Armybuilding Join the discord: https://discord.gg/gVqqtyRe6b

Title: The Dragon’s Chosen Genre: Action, Adventure, Mystery, Psychological, Magic Synopsis: young Eira faces a life-altering trial dictated by ancient tradition. In Chapter 1, every youth in her superstitious village must prove their worth by venturing into the wild bush and slaying a magical beast—a test that determines who may remain and who will be cast out. When Eira confronts a fearsome creature known as the Virelith, her latent power awakens in a sudden burst of dragonfire. Though she triumphs over the beast, her miraculous display marks her as something both extraordinary and dangerous.

Lyra, an anxious young woman in Port-Louis, France helps her father, a successful businessman, restore and refurbish an abandoned hotel with the idea to get it running again. However, finding even hired hands to help is a challenge due to ghastly rumors circling about. "L’Hôtel Hanté", as the locals call it, is a promising business venture but is the possible payoff worth the mysterious risks that present themselves to those who dare climb past the first floor? Art by Cordelia Carlin

   In a world divided by realms, each brimming with vibrant cultures and lurking dangers, siblings Emilia and Pasta set out to experience the thrill of an adventure before returning home. Accompanied by their bodyguard, a renowned swordsman, they venture across lands on the brink of war, where ambition and the lust for power threaten to consume everything. And who else can stop this but three quirky adventurers?  As the trio navigate mysterious lands and encounters both allies and adversaries, the swordsman must protect his charges while confronting the shadows of his past.

Lin Mu was an orphan living in a country town. Having no knowledge of cultivation, he was a common peasant. This was until he discovered a mysterious ring stuck in a tree. Wearing it, a new world opened up to Lin Mu. The world of cultivation! The ring bestowed Lin Mu with the ability to cultivate while also giving him the ability to manipulate space. Snatching treasures, exploring unknown realms, looting secret grottos, everything was possible with the ring. Witness Lin Mu as he learns his purpose in life, finds his destiny, meets impeccable experts and beings. Watch him as he learns the truth of the cosmos, and becomes its saviour! P.S: Rise of the Worm Sovereign is a prequel to this book. Tags: #weak to strong #Beast taming #Beast companions #Monster Master #World Exploration #NO YOUNG MASTERS #NO HAREM ----- Old Synopsis: Lin Mu was a common boy living in a small town, ostracized by the townsmen because of a mistake he made during the harvest, his house seized to compensate for it. Forced to fend for himself in the outskirts, he finds a rusty ring embedded in the tree where he always used to play as a child. Witness his story as the mysterious rusty ring changes his destiny forever, opening him up to a world he would never have experienced, people he would have never met, and powers he would have never had. Instagram: grand_void_daoist -------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------- Join the discord-https://discord.gg/VfJFxXnbAE

In a world devastated by the E virus, Samantha struggles to keep her little brother alive while humanity is plunged into chaos. Civilization has fallen, leaving behind a desolate landscape, where the ruins of cities are only a reminder of the past. Ghouls, beings infected by the virus, roam the world and stalk the few remaining survivors. Samantha, armed with a rusty machete, faces the harsh reality of a world where survival is a luxury. On her way to despair, she clings to the hope of finding refuge in a fortress to the north, where a rumor tells of a wall that could protect the survivors. However, resources in the village are running low, and hunger grips everyone. When he approaches the village leader's residence, he discovers an even more terrifying reality: the chief, once a trustworthy man, has succumbed to fanaticism and proposes to sacrifice the weakest to save himself. Amidst the tension, Samantha will have to face not only the horrors of an apocalyptic world, but also the inner demons of those who were once her colleagues. With the threat of ghouls always lurking, Samantha must do whatever it takes to save her brother and find a way out before the darkness is all-consuming. But in this new world, who can trust whom, and how far will she be willing to go to save her brother?

Isaac Mahoka, a boy with a dream of following his path inspired by his mother in a cold world based on a false meritocracy of the world, decided to join a new elite school that was opened to the whole world known as, The International Requiem Academy. This school was officially named the elite amongst the elites that will help determine one's social status once you graduate. How will our protagonist venture into this new world he’ll enter? Will he achieve what he wants? Or will his path be altered?

**In a world where hunters fight monsters to survive, Vlad is the weakest of all — an F-rank hunter barely scraping by to support his family. Mocked, betrayed, and left for dead in a dungeon, he awakens the** **"Celestial Forge System,"** **a limitless power that lets him turn monsters into war machines and wield their abilities as his own.** **From rusty exosuits to star-forging fortresses, Vlad builds an unstoppable mechanical army. With every battle, he evolves — rising from a forgotten weakling to a Cosmic Machine God who bends reality itself. Yet, beneath his overwhelming strength lies a heart that beats for his family, and a budding love for Elaria, an elf princess destined to become a goddess of light.** **As gates to other worlds tear open and eldritch horrors threaten the universe, Vlad ascends beyond mortal limits. With divine wings of metal and a crown of stars, he faces cosmic annihilation with unwavering pride — not as a hunter, but as the sovereign of steel.** **"I am not a savior. I am creation itself. And I shall forge salvation with my own hands."**

From learning a new language to venturing in new jobs, one thing always prevailed: resilience. Life obstacles testing our faith and patience, encouragement prevailed. These short stories each showed how life's testing you and how coming out triumphant made my confidence stronger. Hoping these stories helps you somehow inspire you to keep living and enjoying life. This is what makes life exciting.

In a world invaded by portals to other worlds, some humans obtained a power called System, which allowed them to level up and become stronger. Now a new career existed: the Adventurer, one who ventures into these portals to complete quests given by the System. An Italian boy, Samuele Rua, received this power and now had to become an Adventurer and venture inside the portals, leveling up and becoming stronger. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- I apologise from the beginning for the bad writing, bad grammar and all the bad things in this book. This is my first attempt at writing an... original... story. Yeah... Anyway! If you have some time to spare, please give this book a chance and comment with what you like and dislike about it. Any constructive criticism is appreciated. If you find this book disgusting, well... I don't blame you xD. if you have come this far and still have the guts to read this story, good luck to all your brave hearts! P.S. Cover image not mine!!!

Lucian Vitara lives on the thirteenth of the thousand floors inside the tower that hosts the last of humanity. Life isn’t too bad if you exclude the mandatory unpaid work hours spent stripping and recycling parts from broken machinery, being among the first floors drafted as Pillars or regular soldiers when the rest of the tower needs fresh bodies, and having to eternally bow and scrape to the tower lords. Despite this, Lucian was somewhat content. Until he was conscripted as a Pillar. Now he has to venture both outside and inside the tower to fight the beasts that threaten the people of the tower, as well as those who bring it down from the inside.

it all started with the shocking arrest of Department H agent, Storm 01, accused of the ruthless murder of two of the most important figures in the planet of Winter Weir. However, things took an unexpected turn as Storm 01 managed to escape captivity just as he faces the impending doom of a death sentence. Armed with his extraordinary powers, Storm 01 ventures into the realms of time, finding himself transported back to a pivotal period in his life - a few hours before his affiliation with Department H. Will he be able to unravel the web of deception and unveil the real culprit behind the heinous crimes? Or is there a deeper secret waiting to be discovered?

The Creation... Where all Existence exist along with Non-Existence as interconnection to Existence, providing a aspects for such lead to maintain the balance of The Creation. A Existence contains everything that we had been see: A Galaxy, Universe, a theory of Multiverse, and so beyond. Thus all undiscovered truth still remain mystery, even infinite celestials bodies are just mere-aspect of it. All celestial entities even a God don't know what truth beneath the Existence. A used of system made by human to traveling the cosmos but to find the truth of it, but they only found nothing, clueless, yet they gone... With a strange phenomenon making human race fall into abyss, they gave up... Not until a guy born with a curiosity about the truth of The Creation, he'd read so many books that were actually a journey of a people whose traveled the cosmos, creating a hint for human to regain their strongest era. And the guy named Jonathan, standing tall in front of a strange yet massive ancient doors, along with a unknown symbols within the curve of the doors, filled with immense power that cannot be calculated or measure it. Jonathan realize there's puzzle to open this door and reveal something within the door, and so Jonathan goes venture to find the missing symbols, in his adventures he met Mary Carter, a young woman with a obsession of books that contains a information about the Cosmos, soon enough they become a friend, a partner for their own yet same goal. Along with a hint that in one of Mary's book, now they know where they needed to go; Indonesia, specifically Candi Borobudur where there's a book filled with a information that let the user capable to transcends a dimensional. That is one of requirements to find a puzzle of the Ancient Doors, and so they goes venture to Indonesia... But is their journey gonna goes smoothly? Or they get involved into something dangerous? Who's knows, but we'll see it soon...

Derryl wanted one last camping trip with his twin brother Clarence before he left for college. What he got trampled his idea of a hiking adventure in the cliff-side woods. Beyond all expectations, beyond the known world, exists a world all unto its own. A world only a Montgomery can venture. A world a Montgomery has kept their secrets hidden. Once they find a way in, will they both find a way out? Uncovering Montgomery is a short story I wrote for a fiction writing workshop that has been extended upon since then. It will have many chapters.

When Rose, Kayla, Caston, Marina, and Laura uncover a dark secret about their school, they embark on a thrilling journey to discover its eerie past. Built over an abandoned graveyard, the school hides centuries-old mysteries, whispers of unrest, and a chilling curse. As the teens dig deeper, their own secrets and rivalries threaten to tear the group apart—especially the simmering hatred between Caston and Kayla. But the further they venture into the haunted grounds, the more they realize that some truths were meant to stay buried. Will they uncover the graveyard’s secrets before it’s too late, or will they become part of its sinister history?

Embark on a magical journey as our heroine ventures beyond her comfort zone, confronting the harsh realities of the world she truly belongs to. This enchanting tale unravels a tapestry of dangers, weaving together the challenges faced by the protagonist and a captivating cast of characters. As they navigate through the mystical and perilous landscapes, the story unfolds, revealing the profound lessons and transformative experiences that await them. Join our heroine as she discovers the magic within herself and navigates a world brimming with both wonder and peril. Thank you for reading and supporting!!

The latest VRMMORPG, Mysterious Fog World, offers limitless adventure—but only for those daring enough to brave its ever-shifting fog. Within its depths, lurk ancient horrors, mad cultists, and eldritch abominations waiting to claim the weak. Opportunities exist for the bold. Lost treasures, forbidden knowledge, and even the rumored potions that grant paths to godhood—if you can survive long enough to claim them. But as players venture deeper, whispers spread. Strange disappearances. Pain that lingers beyond the game. And a question no one dares to ask—is this just a game, or something far more sinister? ------------ Publishing simultaneously on WebNovel, Scribblehub, and Royal Road under the same username. If you enjoy this story and want to support its development, check out my Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/VirtuousSinner

Azriel is an orphan boy sent to the most prestigious academy as one of the many people who are designated to venture into the Aquinox Realm. He along with a few other possess something special but Azriel possess something even more special and that something is exactly what can shape both the real world and the Aquinox Realm but with power comes corruption. Azriel makes friends and creates quite the unbreakable bond that last with him throughout the entire story to help him, not hurt, to lift him up, not force him down, to give him hope, not feed him lies of the future he'll never atain. This place is Earth, just not in the same galaxy as the sun or any of the other planets, matter a fact.

Kuro’s life was ordinary—until it wasn’t. A fatal encounter with danger leaves him with a choice: face oblivion or venture into the Underworld. He chooses the latter, unaware of the trials that await. In this dark and fantastical realm, Kuro is no longer a nobody. Marked as a candidate for the next Demon King, he must navigate deadly challenges, form alliances with powerful—and alluring—companions, and uncover the secrets of his mysterious power. But the path to the throne is fraught with danger, and Kuro must fight not only to survive but to forge his destiny. With action, romance, and a harem of unique allies, Journey to the Underworld: How I Became the Demon King is a tale of power, ambition, and self-discovery. Will Kuro rise to become the Demon King, or will the Underworld claim him first?

"Have you ever felt an inexplicable hatred? A hatred that was born without any sense or reason?" "What would you do if I told you that this hatred was false? Instilled by a being that only feeds on the worst feelings in existence?" "Would you break this cycle of hatred or would you just let yourself be ruled by it?" ---- Matthew Blackcrow is one of the hundreds of young people who have managed to break the curse of hatred imposed by Damnatus, the great dark emperor. Now, with no other option, he will have to venture towards the ash-earth where he can take refuge behind the doors of Salusbreath, a floating city that fights against the regime of Damnatus.