Buried Bloodline Catalyst

On a peaceful planet filled with magic and power, Kyle's life was lazy and ordinary, but little did he know, he possessed something extraordinary. He lived his life with his family like any other lazy human, or so he thought, unaware that everything happens for a reason. However, everything changed when he turned sixteen. His older brothers, who were fed up with his laziness, came up with a ridiculous plan to teach him a lesson. They asked him to take the entrance test for one of the biggest academies. They thought this would knock some sense into their lazy brother. Kyle was stunned, but because of their coordinated planning, he reluctantly agreed with a hint of resignation. "I don't think I'll pass the test anyway. So, trying it for the experience isn't a big deal." "The only problem is, I can't guarantee that all my body parts will stay intact until the end of the entrance test." But to Kyle's shock, he passed the test without even lifting a finger! Still, he was convinced that he would eventually be kicked out of the Academy due to his lack of strength. But the moment he set foot in the Academy, he discovered something incredible about himself. He was special and nature's favorite. . . . ______ (#It's my first time writing. So, support me with ps, gt and gifts. Hehe, THANK YOU) (Note: The cover is not mine, found it from pinterest. All credits go to the owner who can ring me up in the comment section if he/she wants me to remove it.) It might be empty right now and maybe needs more work, but there's finally a Discord server! ^^ Link; https://discord.gg/eBBXatxWVb

Ethan was betrayed, he was broken, left crippled by those he trusted most: Zachary and Ivy, the people who ruined his life. Stripped of everything, Ethan crawled through three grueling years in the abandoned depths of despair, desperate to regain what he lost. Until one final act of defiance opened the door to something greater. When Ethan completed a hidden quest, fate granted him a miraculous reward: a second chance. He awakens years in the past, on the eve of a revolution: the launch of Ethereal, the world's first fully immersive VR game and humanity’s obsession. Armed with memories of four years in Ethereal, he’s no longer the helpless pawn who lost everything. This time, Ethan knows every secret, every hidden quest, every exploit to climb back to the top. But when he steps into the game, the system unveils a shocking twist: a divine bloodline, legendary talents, and a Druid class no one believed could dominate. Ethan vows to rise once more, but this time, he knows where the paths of glory begin, where betrayal lurks, and where to find legendary treasures that will crown him king in this brutal new world. The stakes are higher than ever. Factions are forming, alliances are shattering, and the clock ticks toward an event that will rewrite reality itself. The weak will perish, and the strong will thrive. They betrayed him once. They won’t live to do it again.

Neo transmigrated into world of a novel and became a side character. Here, strength and status were determined by one's god parent and their bloodline. Neo despaired, knowing a side character like him would have a weak bloodline until.... [Your bloodline has been awakened successfully] [Bloodline: Monarch of Death] He gained the bloodline of the strongest god: Hades, the God of Death who ruled over Underworld and Afterlife! His bloodline gave him the power to control Death itself! There was just one 'tiny' problem that Neo had yet to realize. ... Join Discord for character arts and talk with the author. https://discord.gg/eyKkrRqMMW

"Not the hero the world hoped for, but the villain it never saw coming." Humanity is at war with the Dowolf Beasts, a relentless race that nearly wiped out civilization. Two years ago, ominous signs heralded their return: Dowolf portals reappeared, and warships emerged from the depths of space. Once more, the Dowolves have come to claim what remains of the world. The long war has twisted human society, driving people to pursue power at any cost. Greed and fear have turned even the innocent into ruthless power hunters, willing to destroy anyone who stands in their way. Kaiza, a young man born into this broken world, knows the cost of this struggle all too well—his parents were slain by these very hunters. Fleeing from their clutches, Kaiza stumbles upon an underground cave, its entrance mysteriously unlocked by a drop of his blood. Inside, he finds himself drawn into a strange game-like dimension, faced with a series of deadly puzzles. Solving them offers unimaginable power, but with a grave warning: failure means death, and refusing to play is not an option. Driven by grief and a thirst for vengeance, Kaiza is willing to risk everything. With each puzzle he conquers, he inches closer to avenging his parents and uncovering the truth behind his destiny. But in a world where power corrupts, Kaiza must decide: Will he become a hero—or succumb to the darkness within? Cover art is not mine.

A Sky God’s Spiritual Foundation. It was the greatest natural treasure in all of existence, but the sacrifices one must make to gain the approval of such an entity was unimaginable. Ryu is a genius amongst geniuses. He was born with the four Grand Ancestral Bloodlines. The Lightning Qilin. The Fire Dragon. The Ice Phoenix. The Fire Phoenix… He was blessed with an Ancestral Grade Bone Structure and Ancestral Grade Meridians. The Ice Jade Crystal Bones. The Chaotic Silk Meridians… He was bestowed the First Ranked Heavenly Pupils. The Mysteries of Heaven and Earth Pupils… However, none of it mattered. Born with a False Spiritual Foundation, it seemed that all of his talent would go to waste. Unless… Unless he was willing to grasp his Fate in his own hands. ==== **This novel once went by another name 'Rise. Rising. Risen.' So, the wiki is still under this name https://rise-rising-risen.fandom.com/wiki/Ryu_Tatsuya

An unnamed scout, sacrificed on the battlefield of the Southern Border, is miraculously reborn in an alternate universe. Unexpectedly, he becomes a shaman of the Orc Kingdom, even more, a rare Dragon Shaman that appears once in a millennium. What's more, he is cursed with the Blood Sacrifice of the vilest magic pet! What lies behind this curse? A charming beauty of the Fox Tribe, a Mermaid Princess from the Abyss Kingdom, a mysterious Clam Girl from the East, a Swan Warrior maiden, who is the very embodiment of an angel, all these arrive at his side one by one. Mysterious Panda Warriors from the Eastern Panta Clan, powerful Elephant Warriors of the Orephin Clan, the invincible Whale Knights of the Banilou Tribe, from the deep sea, to the formidable warriors of Summer Palace will follow our protagonist on the stage of a grand war, carving their own path to glory. Witness how our protagonist confronts his new identity, challenges the formidable human magic and invincible legions with the heroic Orc war-song. Witness how our protagonist take on the identity of the Double Dragon Shaman to defeat the Dragon Knights, leading the Bimon warriors, whose brilliance is gradually fading, and penning a saga of zero mortality amidst the battle with foreign invaders!

A no name Character, that never appear in novel. An Extra Ed a young man found himself in the world of the novel he’d been reading. It feels like a dream come true. But— As the memory flooded in of his new identity. -He was doomed. -He was f*cked. As He was now Caspian Arcwright [An Extra Character] Who is even despised by his own family. His father called him a failure, his mother saw him as a disgrace, and his older brothers tortured him relentlessly. There were only two reasons they let him live: the promise of an unknown bloodline that would awaken at the age of eleven, and his arranged fiancée. Then why? why? [BLOODLINE AWAKENED] BLOODLINE---- OF---- SACRIFICE ________ For character illustration and updates join the discord server. https://discord.gg/zRdNgSj7hm [A/N: if you encounter any issues while joining the link don't hesitate and leave a comment, i'll change it as soon as possible.]

The Veils of Dawnforge In the opulent yet perilous kingdom of Dawnforge, twin royals Prince Rasmus and Princess Varsa hold court over a realm shrouded in power and secrets. Bound by an ancient curse forged through a demonic pact, their beauty and charm conceal the shadows of their bloodline’s dark history. When a veiled invitation summons two unlikely sisters—Celine and Isabella Eldrenn—to Varsa’s engagement, the twins are drawn to them for reasons rooted in the past. Celine, elegant and ambitious, longs for a taste of court life and the chance to see the elusive Rasmus, a prince both terrifying and mesmerizing. Isabella, a quiet artist with a passion for swordsmanship, is out of place in a world of deceit and luxury. Unbeknownst to them, their late father, William Eldrenn the Second, was more than an emissary—he was the protector of ancient artifacts that bound the Dawnforge pact, his legacy carrying consequences that ripple across kingdoms. As the sisters navigate the court’s treacherous politics, they catch the attention of the royal twins, especially Rasmus, whose distant gaze lingers on Isabella. Varsa, veiled and calculating, orchestrates their presence to uncover the secrets hidden within their bloodline. Their father’s legacy, locked away in fragments within the sisters themselves, becomes a focal point for dangerous forces lurking in the shadows. When whispers of a long-forgotten demon—a red-haired woman once bound by their father’s actions—begin to surface, the sisters must unravel the truth of their heritage before they become pawns in a game of power and survival. With the royal twins watching their every move, alliances shift, trust is a fragile thing, and secrets of the past refuse to stay buried. As the curse threatens to consume them all, Celine and Isabella face an impossible choice: embrace the power passed down to them to fight against the rising tide of darkness, or risk the kingdom—and their own lives—falling under the demon’s vengeful grip. In a world where beauty is a mask and danger lurks behind every smile, The Veils of Dawnforge is a tale of mystery, destiny, and the cost of uncovering the truth.

The story revolves around the protagonist, Rex, who was abandoned because of his “common” talent but now has the opportunity to awaken a new, potentially powerful bloodline through the serum. As Rex’s power grows, he will face internal and external conflicts involving survival, identity, family, and the larger alien influence on Earth. His journey will involve discovering the truth about his bloodline, the consequences of his power, and his place in the war between humans and alien forces. --------------------------------------------------- tada!!

Being a book lover, Luna has always wished that if there was a next life, she would be transmigrated to one of the genres she loves to read about. It was just a wish though, but who would have thought it would happen so soon?! Reverse Harem - Check! Super handsome and hot men - Check! Being rich and pretty - Check! But are there really no take backs for a seemingly perfect life?

Raised within the confines of four walls, Valencia Valencary knew nothing of the world beyond her books and the watchful gaze of her nanny. Sheltered, naive, and unbearably curious, she longed for freedom—an escape from the suffocating solitude that defined her life. On her eighteenth birthday, she makes a bold decision: to secretly enroll in the Istituto di Venefica, an elite academy for the wealthy and powerful, where ambition is a currency and sin is a way of life. But the prestigious school hides a darker truth. It is ruled by the De Luca quintuplets, heirs to the most feared mafia family in the world. The devilishly handsome brothers, born with devilish trait abilities and an insatiable thirst for chaos, hold the world in the palm of their hands. Ruthless, enigmatic, and dangerously charming, they are both guardians and predators in the school’s deadly hierarchy. Valencia’s arrival sets off a chain of events no one could predict. For she is not merely a girl seeking freedom—she is the last heir of the Valencary bloodline, a name whispered in myths of the underworld and feared by even the boldest criminals. With her arrival, secrets buried for centuries begin to unravel. Resurrections, betrayals, forbidden love, and a prophecy that threatens to reshape the world as they know it—Valencia’s destiny is bound to the quintuplets in ways none of them can escape. When the innocent daughter of legends and the youngest, most volatile De Luca brother collide, the line between salvation and destruction blurs. In a world where myths come alive, and the dead refuse to stay buried, Valencia must navigate treacherous alliances, unravel her family’s legacy, and confront the darkness within her own soul. Welcome to the Istituto di Venefica, where the serpent whispers, and love is the most dangerous game of all.

In the ancient era, the Sovereign of Eternity, a being with the most powerful bloodline in existence, reigned supreme over the multiverse. His strength was unmatched, his power limitless—until the day jealousy united his enemies. Ambushed by an alliance of the strongest warriors across realms, the Sovereign fought valiantly but was ultimately overwhelmed. In his final act of defiance, he self-destructed, obliterating his foes and casting a curse upon his own bloodline: anyone who inherited it would be hunted until extinction. Thousands of years later, the Sovereign's bloodline resurfaces in the frail body of Li, an orphan abandoned in a world of harsh realities. Weak, malnourished, and despised, Li is left to fend for himself—unaware that his veins carry the dormant potential to reshape the universe. Will the curse that doomed the mighty Sovereign seal Li's fate, or will he defy the heavens and awaken the terrifying legacy of the most powerful bloodline ever known?

Lucian, a young human has died and meets the goddess of death. She has chosen him as her agent of chaos, to bring about an apocalypse that will fix the imbalance of the world and resume death's natural course. Will he allow himself to be manipulated and succumb to his new instincts, or will he take another path and live his new life the way he would want? This book is drastically different from the other one I am working on. It contains NSFW content. Let's be honest with one another, this novel has smut. The first chapter alone has smut immediately in it. *This story is a side project, it's unlikely that it will be updated every single day, but I will try and add to it when I can. *AI generated cover art

Every year, Roland is buried alive by his grandfather. Thanks to that, he learns how to survive being buried alive for days. Many years later, Roland was summoned to the fantasy world with five other people, but the other five were all heroes, while he did not have any magical talent. Roland thought he would be an ordinary person for the rest of his life, but his fiancée, because she loved one of the five heroes, cut off his limbs and buried him alive. Luckily… he didn't die; on the contrary, he was able to activate the 'Immortal System'. It doesn't matter if he's an ordinary person; as long as he continuously dies, he becomes stronger. Roland, crawling out of hell, returns to take revenge on his fiancée. At the same time, he also became the devil of this world, confronting the heroes.

When the mirror appears, it's said that the mind has reached its breaking point. For Ryo Kobayashi, a teenager consumed by the darkness of his own world, the mirror's emergence is both a curse and a catalyst. Alongside seven other individuals, each with their own demons and despair, Ryo is drawn into the mirror's abyss and transported to a realm both mysterious and terrifying. The eight strangers must navigate this eerie landscape, confronting life-threatening challenges that push their sanity and resolve to the limit. As they struggle to survive, they begin to unravel the secrets of this twisted world and the true purpose of the mirror. Will they be able to overcome their inner turmoil and work together to escape, or will they succumb to the horrors that surround them?

**The Forbidden Heir in This Cultivation World** In a world where power is measured by cultivation and ancient secrets lie hidden in runes and dimensions, young Tarezuchi grows up in poverty, unaware of the extraordinary legacy buried within his bloodline. Banished from their noble clan, his parents carry secrets so dangerous they cannot even speak of them. On his fifteenth birthday, Tarezuchi stumbles upon a mysterious jade pendant, unlocking a forgotten dimension filled with lost techniques and ancient wisdom. As he trains in secret, mastering forbidden cultivation methods, a dark force stirs in the shadows—a dreadful group of cultivators ranked among the most feared in the world. Their power is unimaginable, and their ambition threatens to plunge the realms into chaos. Tarezuchi’s journey will lead him to uncover his family’s exiled past, face ruthless enemies of unparalleled strength, and forge alliances in a world riddled with greed, hatred, and betrayal. But with every secret revealed, the stakes grow higher, and Tarezuchi must decide: will he embrace his destiny as the forbidden heir, or will the truth destroy him before he can rise? In this epic tale of cultivation, war, and dimensions, the line between hero and villain blurs, and only the strongest will survive.

A priceless Chinese Buddha head, mysteriously stolen during an auction in Germany, triggered a Europe-wide investigation to uncover the culprit. Unexpectedly, the incident brought to light long-buried historical grievances and injustices.

"Reality" "A fundamental concept of existence". "As I experienced the harsh reality of this world I began to question what was real and what was fake". "Now all I try to do is break free from the "Shackles of Reality" after all your reality might as well be another's illusion". .............…………… Adam Walker was an orphan who lost his parents when he was only seven. Awakening his bloodline at fourteen due to an accident he only has two years to prepare before he would be whisked into one of the nine academies. Follow his story as he finds his place in this world. Additional Tags; -overpowered MC -Romance -smart MC -rare bloodline - extremely overpowered FL -Academy Note: This novel will mostly be in MC's POV.

Alison Gray thought she was just another ordinary girl struggling to make sense of her life. That illusion shatters the night she is kidnapped and thrown into a world of shadows and secrets—a world where wolves walk as men, and destiny isn’t something you choose but something that claims you. Kane, the enigmatic and cold leader of the wolf pack, insists that Alison is no ordinary human. She is the last of the White Tigers, a bloodline thought to be extinct—a lineage tied to unimaginable power and unspeakable danger. For Kane, Alison is the key to survival. For their enemies, she is the ultimate weapon. Caught in the crossfire between warring factions of wolves and deadly hunters, Alison struggles to reconcile the truth about her identity with the choices she must make. As her latent powers begin to awaken, so do the stakes: trust the wolves who have taken her, or risk falling into the hands of those who would use her for destruction. But even as her connection with Kane deepens—tangled in a web of mistrust, attraction, and betrayal—Alison realizes that her greatest battle isn’t with the enemies surrounding her. It’s with the truth buried within her. She can restore what was lost. Or destroy what remains. Will Alison embrace her destiny, or will the weight of it break her? One thing is certain: nothing will ever be the same.

In a world teeming with mystical creatures and ancient secrets, Henry Von Elfehim, a timid orphan from another life, awakens in a new realm brimming with danger and wonder. Born of a dragon mother and an elf father, Henry inherits unparalleled potential from both lineages. As he navigates his newfound existence, a mysterious system bestows upon him perilous quests and a peculiar passive skill, 'Amnesia,' that reshapes his very essence. Faced with treacherous trials and a destiny he never sought, Henry must harness his dual heritage to uncover the truth of his past and forge his path in a world that demands courage beyond his imagination. Will he rise above his fears or be consumed by the shadows of his lineage?

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.

In the mystical land of the Eclipse World, an unfortunate soul named Raven is born, bearing the dubious distinction of being the 66th Prince of a vast Empire. Yet, his destiny takes a cruel turn as he is inexplicably shunned for lacking even a whisper of any elemental affinity. Cast out from the grandeur of his birthright, Raven stands at the precipice of an uncertain future. Will he, against all odds, face the treacherous challenges laid before him and ascend to the position of Emperor, defying the very forces that sought to kill him? Or will he give in to the storm of political chaos, caught up in the complex power struggles as people compete for important positions? [Cover Pic. Credit: Paras Kumar.] For advanced chapters, visit my patreon account: patreon(.)com/Akauthor

Leonard, a 22-year-old office worker, felt the weight of the world on his shoulders. After a long, exhausting day filled with endless deadlines and demanding clients, he trudged home one evening, the stress of his life pressing down on him. As he walked, lost in thought, he didn’t see the manhole cover ahead. With a sudden, jarring slip, he tumbled into darkness. When he finally regained consciousness, Michael found himself in a strange new world. Confused, he looked around and realized he was in a completely different body. A surge of excitement coursed through him. As a lifelong manga enthusiast, he had always dreamed of being reborn as a powerful protagonist in a fantastical realm. But his hopes were quickly dashed as he took in his surroundings. This world was ruled by vampires and werewolves, powerful beings who held dominion over humanity, reducing them to mere slaves. Michael’s heart sank at the realization: he was now among the oppressed, and freedom seemed like a distant dream. Determined to change his fate, Michael resolved to earn enough money to buy his freedom from slavery. He found work in a dark, oppressive mine, toiling long hours alongside others who shared his plight. One day, while digging deep in the cold earth, he stumbled upon an ancient, glowing orb. Intrigued, he reached out to touch it, but as he did, a surge of energy coursed through him, draining almost half of his life force. But rather than succumb to despair, Michael discovered that the orb had unlocked a mysterious Bloodline system within him. This newfound power surged through his veins, awakening something deep inside. Fueled by determination, he vowed to harness this strength and become the strongest warrior, just like the protagonists in his beloved manga. With each passing day, Michael trained harder, learning to wield his abilities and navigate the treacherous world around him. He formed alliances with other slaves and began plotting a way to rise against their oppressors. As he ventured into the unknown, he encountered formidable foes and breathtaking landscapes, each challenge pushing him closer to his goal of freedom. Join Leonard on his incredible journey filled with wonder, danger, and the quest for liberation in a world where hope seems lost. Will he become the hero he always dreamed of being, or will he be consumed by the darkness that surrounds him?

One day, Jeremy, a modern-day retired soldier gets blown to bits by a malfunctioning satellite. He somehow transmigrates 450 years into the future as the incompetent third son of House L’éclair who’d just died in battle fighting to keep his place in the family. When he wakes up on a bloody battlefield, he is confused at seeing a strange window with golden glowing words in front of him. In a daze, Jeremy hears motion to his left. There’s some alien standing twenty feet away. ‘Wait, why does this guy look like Steppenwolf?’ ‘Bro, why are u salivating? I’m not into men… of any species’ A sudden thought occurs to him. ‘I’m alive!!!’ *** Will Jeremy be able to awaken the bloodline powers and prevent the demons of the Hell Dimension from destroying Earth and the entire universe? Will he be able to uncover the secret that has been buried deep in the annals of universal history? A secret that can upset the balance between all worlds will be uncovered and the demons will stop at nothing to get their hands on it. Read as Jeremy progresses from being a trash to becoming an unrivaled existence. Additional tags: World building, vampire, werewolf, elves, evolution, demons, dragons, dwarves, fey, futuristic technology, gods, evil gods, space wars, battleships, levelup, medieval weapons, bloodlines, space travel, teleportation, magic, dark energy, world travel, romance, betrayal. (More tags will be added later on in the story) (A/N: Read the auxiliary chapter and tell me how I can improve. Also, this is my first time writing.) P.S. Picture isn’t mine but I added my touches to it. Let me know if you want it down.

Maya O'Connor, an ambitious marketing professional, lands her dream job at Catalyst Marketing, only to find her boss is Ryan Turner—her college rival. While Maya is determined to prove herself, unaware that Ryan secretly harbors feelings for her from their past. As their old rivalry resurfaces, they navigate office challenges and quirky colleagues, all while dealing with misunderstandings that keep pulling them apart. 1 Chapter/2 days © Anshi_xoxo 2024. All rights reserved.

The innocent heroine, having earned millions, is betrayed by her ex-husband and best friend, who conspire to rob her of her fortune and take her life. She is buried alive in a coffin in the foreign land of Myanmar, her survival hanging by a thread. In this dire situation, she crosses paths with a conman, hoping that he will help her seek revenge. Will she exact her vengeance? Can she escape the coffin and walk away alive?

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In a world that is defined by power, Lance stands out as the only enigma-nap, with no visible aim and a razor-sharp tongue. This lazy, sharp-tongued orphan, however, hides under the indifferent face a very sharp mind and single terrifying thought: 'Can I become a god?' He transforms that rather weird obsession into an obstinate path for becoming the controller of the very texture of society. Thus, in walking such cunning schemes, he really very well plans the things in a manner that all those who will be caught in the web don't know how they got entrapped. Ranging from the shadowy syndicates to ancient bloodlines vying for supremacy, everyone is just another piece on his board. Evelyn, heiress to a legacy now crumbling, has her own fights. Mysteriously, both parents vanished in relation to a top-secret research project. The thing preventing total destruction of the family's an ancient curse: utter ruin to any that lay a hand upon this bloodline-the protection has already started to fade. In a fateful meet with Lance, Evelyn would acquire an artifact capable of giving unimaginable superhuman powers. But one condition binds their uneasy alliance: equivalent exchange. Such were destined to forge alliances as well as betray and cut secret deals, and in such noise, Lance discovers the buried legacy of his own blod, a legacy that perhaps holds the key to his grand ambition towards godhood. Bloodlines are unveiled, as underground superhuman races come to light, and as secret organizations revealed their own conspiracy towards ascendencion. Lance sacrifices pawns in a larger game that only he can see in every moves. Even gods bleed. Will Lance maneuvers his enemies to rise to the throne of immortality or will his cold calculations be trumped by love, betrayal, and the unraveling secrets of his past?.

As the sovereign of the Enenra will inevitably rise, a hero from a dwindling bloodline that often opposed its agents must aspire to be the greatest of them to stand a chance at saving the world he loves.

Bloodlines Online, a game world where only those who learn to play can actually prosper. With a realistic skill leveling system and a deeply fleshed out system for handling statistics every player must learn that they either develop their skills or they fall behind. Ezekiel is a young man barely approaching graduation and working at his uncle's restaurant, The Chateau. Like many others he chose to buy Bloodlines Online just to explore a new game in the revolutionary field but just like every other player he was unaware of the significant role this game would play in the future. Streaming, currency exchange, information, all sorts of methods to make money on Bloodlines would soon rear their head and anyone who had even a small advantage could soon rise to glory. Will you rise through the honor of raiding dungeons to sell information? Will you gain wealth by selling your services as a power leveling carry? Will you become a wealthy entrepreneur in the game? Blacksmithing, alchemy, enchanting, class unique boons, all of it will become a players easily obtained income. The game hides a terrible secret though, a secret known to another player named Alexander. Follow the path of Bloodlines Online whether you wish to learn magic, martial skills or simply like the characters, it is all up to you. I do not own the cover art used and if the creator would like me to remove it i will do so.