Metro Real Steel

Bound in chains yet yearning for freedom, Alpheo, a modern historian, finds himself enslaved in a land on the brink of chaos. As the empire of Rolmia plunges into civil war following the death of the emperor , his three ambitious sons vie for the throne. In the midst of this turmoil, Alpheo finds the chance to break his chain and escape, leading his companions into the ashes of war, trying to thrive in it, selling their swords to the highest bidder . But beyond the borders of Rolmia, hungry eyes watch as the empire's grip loosens. The Sultanate of Azania, ever the opportunist, sees a chance to expand its domain and influence , while to the south, neighboring principalities breathe a sigh of relief as the once-dominant giant stumbles and falters. In the sea, the confederation of the Free Isle finds their chance to restore their old maritime power , denied to them by an empire that is now crumbling beneath itself , lacking the strenght to stop them. In this crucible of conflict, where dynasties crumble and empires fall, Alpheo find his call and the chance to forge his own destiny amidst the ashes of empires. ----------------

Lee Hyunwook, the steel emperor, was the last savior of mankind, but died. In order to change the future, the place he regressed to was... The military?!! "Why here of all places?!" The start of Corporal Lee Hyunwook, who gets stronger in a special way, by doing a steel mukbang!

A frail and often ill son of a wealthy merchant unexpectedly embarked on the path of cultivating immortality while seeking a way to prolong his life! During the Tang Dynasty's Golden Age, the world was at peace, the climate was favorable, and the people lived in tranquility. One thousand years later, demonic beings devoured the sky, demonic ghosts rampaged, and sorrow-filled cries resonated everywhere. The Journey to the West reappeared, the Great Sage fought against the heavens, the Heavenly Stem descended to the mortal world, reincarnating anew. Mysterious transmigrations and reincarnations, reality and illusions intermingling, truly extraordinary! Is it just a dream predicted in the prophecy? Or a reality that has yet to occur? Can he eradicate the predestined demonic barrier, eliminate the catastrophes of the Three Realms that have yet to occur, and save the people from utter destruction?

Is Magic really just a wish machine? No! In a universe where Magic truly exists, the ultimate nature of Magic must be as simple and aesthetically pleasing as the laws of physics. This is the story of a mass-produced magical war tool who learned the ultimate nature of Magic. But what of it? Just as birds can fly without understanding aerodynamics, magicians can use Magic without grasping its ultimate nature. Learning the ultimate nature of Magic doesn't mean the tool can instantly transform into a great magician. But yearning for knowledge is a human instinct, and curiosity is the primary driving force of human civilization. Even for Magic, which should seemingly defy explanation, humans hope to understand its inherent operational laws. The pursuit of Magic's ultimate nature requires no reason! The story in this book takes place in an era where steel and gunpowder dance together. Here, firearms are on the rise; armor remains the main character; military theory is changing rapidly, with endless innovations in systems and techniques. And this world has something more than ours: Magic. The world is undergoing a profound transformation, and no one can remain detached from it...

Waking up inside the ruins of an orphanage, Alexander finds himself chained and sold to slavery. A modern metallurgist, trapped in ancient times, watch as he tries to play with the cards fate dealt him. He will make plate armor, invent paper, build roads, teach governance and many more, as he tries to carve a place for himself. But how can such things not attract jealous eyes? The naval superpower- Cantagena, The unstoppable army of- Exolas, The superpower of the east- Adhania, The mercantile confederation- Sybarsis, The religious fanatics- Iyizarid, And the ever-present- Barbarians of the Barren Forrest, All want something from each other. In this ocean of sharks, follow a small carp as it struggles to leap through the dragon gate and establish a dynasty to outlast them all. The cover is not mine. If you are the owner of this cover, comment and I will remove it.

Ivy—once known as Rainfall—yearned for a normal life. But those closest to her shattered that dream with their betrayal. Now she stands alone among the gods, uniquely capable of bringing divine judgment to the Lux who caused her so much pain. The slaughter will begin, and when her vengeance is complete, nothing will remain.

The "Real Game" is this game, the world itself. There, shut-ins strive day in and day out without knowing why they are the target of attacks. The real reason might actually be the fact that there is an open competition in this world. A battle royal of some sort and shut-ins are the strongest players that can beat them. That is why this is a "Real Game Shut-in".

An evil and destructive group called The Order Of Eternal Night has been causing havoc in the world for a long time. They caused the loss of numerous lives. Multiple sects attempted to stop them, but to no avail. But it wasn't until this criminal group attacked a far off village a young sword prodigy lived. Although she was near death, she managed to survive, but her family and friends didn't in the end, and now she intends to get retribution. After the attack, a well-known swordsman from the Celestial sword sect saw her at the demolished village. Believing it to be another attack, she attempted to fight him, but the master was pleased by her skills and gave her the opportunity to display her abilities to the rest of the martial world and help her get her revenge. (Female-lead), (Revenge), (Swords) Twitter: @TOBSBloodSteel Instagram:@talesofbloodsteel Enjoy the novel and feel free to provide your input.

Hi, I am Valerie Levine, and yeah, I am adopted in the Levine family. My life is totally pampered and served in a silver... I mean gold platter. Can't blame the fact that I got lucky to be in one of the richest families. I'm clearly not bragging by the way. Not to mention being surrounded by plastics instead of real ones. But that doesn't stop me from seeing the world am I right? Anyway, as Valerie continues her journey, she will encounter and see the messed up world around her. Family, betrayal, love, war, and plastics.

Unveiling the Real Me 2 College life brings new opportunities and challenges for Ji-eun as she embarks on her journey to follow her dreams of becoming a performer. With her loyal boyfriend Ji-hoon now as her manager, and her friends by her side as trainees, Ji-eun steps into the competitive world of the entertainment industry. Amid the pressures of university life and training, she finds herself navigating deeper relationships, personal growth, and unexpected surprises. But when Ji-eun discovers she is pregnant, her world shifts dramatically. As the band rises to fame and her future as a mother looms, Ji-eun must balance her career, love life, and impending responsibilities. Will she rise to the occasion and unveil her most authentic self yet?

[Damn! If you don't sponsor us, our dreamy girl XX might just croak right here! Please, everyone, lend your support through sponsorship before the next episode goes live!] I was so flabbergasted reading the comic that I ended up sponsoring it. Of course, I thought it was just for show. Naturally, I figured the money would just be spent by the author on some fried chicken. But then... "The only one who didn't ignore me, my dear master...♥" "I've dedicated my life to serve the divine. If a god descends to earth... then I too, will serve this god 'with every fiber of my being'." It didn't take long to realize that this was a 'real world'. -------------------------------- This work is a personal translation of the original Korean novel "후원하던 세계가 진짜였다" by 2L. Bare in mind it might contain inaccuracies or mistakes.

Jarek is a young boy living in the depth of the city. A streetboy, without family or a real home. There, he worked in a factory, just living his live in the underground distopia untill a strange find should change his live forever.

Li Heng, who almost died suddenly due to continuous overtime work, was bound to the proficiency system. Ding, running proficiency +1 Ding, driving proficiency +1 Ding, programming proficiency +1 ......... All skills can be upgraded as long as you are willing to work hard. In the end he became a god hidden in the world Explore the infinite possibilities of life and get a glimpse of the future after endless years. ........

Shreedha, a formidable gangster who runs business in twelve countries , is at the pinnacle of power when someone her own stabbed her back. In a shocking twist , she transported to a different world completely different from her ethnicity. But a queen is queen no matter the situation or world. What kind of challenges does she face? Would she be able to adapt to this new world while hiding onto the core of who she really is or will the trials of the new reality forces her to undergo a profound transformation? Join Shreedha on her journey of self discovery where she finds out what does it truly mean to be a queen unbound.

Elara was different—so different that it was impossible not to notice her. No, not a bad kind of different, but a kind that made people stop and stare, as if she were a goddess descended from the heavens. She was a masterpiece, a living testament to beauty itself, crafted by the hands of the Creator with extraordinary care.

This is a wonderful story of love, betrayal, deceit and mystery. The story of a girl who is head strong to help her father finish what he couldn't finish and achieve but aimed to. She abandons all her dream just to make sure her father's works continue to be at the top. She is restricted by her mother who doesn't want her to take after the business until she's married. Marriage is the last thing on her mind, she had always dreamt of being a determined and professional person and she rejects the condition. Her mother claims to be the CEO of the company, which she says was stated in the will of her late husband and laid off her daughter from working there. Read the story to know what happens later

Shaymon, the man who has achieved the apex of dark magic, is framed as being a Demon King and is killed. ‘I will not let it end like this!’ He finally achieves new life but reality was cruel. Being born after 500 years, he was born as the descendent of his rival, the Sword Emperor!

In a universe where the planets Aetheris and Etheron are connected by the advanced technology of Helios Tech, an artificial peace is maintained through the relentless Anomaly Control Unit, the feared Reapers. The Emergentes, individuals with extraordinary abilities, are both a phenomenon and a spectacle, competing in the brutal "Dominion" tournament to prove their power. William, a young man unable to accept his place in this world, flees from the echoes of his past as an Emergente, searching for a purpose that seems unattainable. But his life changes radically with the appearance of Aurora, a mysterious figure who challenges everything he knows. Together, though lost in their own conflicts, they find in each other the strength to move forward. However, a visit to Etheron unleashes unprecedented chaos. When the AI Helios, the heart that controls the system’s energy and technology, comes to life after coming into contact with a "desire," it abandons its original form and leaves Etheron in ruins. In its new human existence, Helios creates both wonders and monsters, granting everyone the freedom to follow their most primitive instincts. Amid terrifying aberrations, collapsing cities, and a burgeoning war against Helios Tech, William and Aurora must confront a world that reveals the dark desires of its inhabitants—and their own. Can life and destruction coexist without morality? Or is absolute freedom just another path to the abyss?

For many years, the Carrians have lorded over Ciricos. However, their mighty legions have been stretched thin, as they have foes on multiple sides. Thus, they have hired the Maerkenien, warlike people that were far removed from mainland politics, isolated in an archipelago on the far west of the Great Ocean. They have made a grave mistake, however. They bankrupted themselves with lavish niceties, leaving none for their hired sellswords. They have appeased them with granting them land charters in the potential-full Isle, a backwater that Carrian pioneers have settled on for a century, though it is infested with the natives of the Isle, unwilling to accept civilization encroaching on their lands. However, the Maerkenien grow discontent, with no coin from the Carrians, the fuse of war have just been lit, and it is a matter of time before it goes off. (For the Royal Road staff that have rejected my submission of this story in their website, here is the link to my account in Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/573444/fictions I hope you reconsider the rejection, as I will be updating this story on both here on WebNovel and Royal Road! :D)

About a boy named Seth, his girlfriend broke up with him because he's so dummy and a virgin. He later encountered a website where girls are being booked then he began booking girls for a date now most of the rental girls are now having affection for him which was prohibited. that a Rental girlfriend can't have feelings for her clients. What are they gonna do? let's find out!

Unveiling the Real Me (Book 1) Ji-eun, a timid high school girl, faces relentless bullying that forces her to switch schools. Determined to leave her painful past behind, she transforms her appearance using makeup to mask her insecurities. At her new school, she catches the eye of Ji-hoon, the smartest and most genuine boy in class. Despite her flawless facade, Ji-hoon sees the real Ji-eun beneath the layers. As their connection deepens, Ji-eun struggles to balance her growing feelings, the weight of her secrets, and a family in chaos—her big sister is set to marry their homeroom teacher, while her younger brother pursues his own romantic misadventures. Will Ji-eun find the courage to embrace her true self and let Ji-hoon love her for who she really is?

Born in the slums of the war-torn city-state of Drakmoor, Ardyn Veyne’s life was carved by betrayal, survival, and violence. At ten, he witnessed his family brutally executed during a coup. Sold into slavery, he endured years of unimaginable horrors until he seized an opportunity for escape, leaving a trail of blood behind. Now, armed with the enigmatic “System of Judgment”, Ardyn carves his path as a mercenary and information broker in a brutal, dystopian world. But the System doesn’t just grant power; it judges every choice he makes, offering rewards for cold pragmatism and punishing acts of unnecessary compassion. As political conspiracies, ancient forces, and personal vendettas intertwine, Ardyn is thrust into a game far bigger than himself—one where his decisions will tip the balance between the world's survival or its annihilation.

An average guy somehow finds himself in the DC Universe. By some sort of miracle, he didn't go mad and ended up planning an escape. He nearly succeeded. Perhaps he succeeded a little too much. The DC universe lost a potential hero but that doesn't mean he can't be one in another place. The only problem is that the line between friend and foe is truly blurred here. Man of Steel crossover with MCU. You can find more chapters in my pa.tre.on page: https://www.patreon.com/Dragonspectre

Kael was raised in the brutal world of mercenaries, an orphan forged in fire, betrayal, and blood. Taken in by the leader Kerric, Kael learned that survival is the only thing that matters, and those who fall behind are left to die. But even in a life of endless battles and shifting allegiances, Kael's loyalty to his mentor is shaken when a dangerous relic draws the attention of powerful forces. As Kael and Kerric face growing threats from the noble houses and the mysterious Iron Circle, Kael must decide whether to trust the man who raised him or carve his own path. With betrayal lurking at every corner and the lines between friend and foe blurring In a world where strength is the only currency, Kael will need to harden his heart even further if he wants to survive the coming storm. But every choice comes with a price, and in the pursuit of power, Kael may lose more than just his soul.

An ordinary young man who acted on instinct and sacrificed what was most valuable to him, even though he himself did not recognize its value. However, the gods witnessed his sacrifice and offered him a second chance. A new chance for him to reach his potential, and perhaps discover his worth. His first experience in the new world is not at all pleasant and he finds himself facing ambitious and cruel creatures, terrible and powerful monsters... and the gods who increasingly interfere in the mortal plane. Choices must be made. Sacrifices must be made. Wars must be fought. Wars must be won. The world plunges into a chaotic spiral of blood, death and destruction. Heroes emerge to protect the weak. To oppress the weak. After all, what differentiates a hero from a tyrant? ... Ps: the cover is not mine, if you have any questions, just send me a message. The introductory arc is finished in these 9 chapters, a story with a beginning, middle and end.