Infested Terran

When cynical office worker Aizen is reborn as a nameless mob character in Arcana Regalia: Gentlemen’s Passion, a magical otome game notorious for its ruthless villainess, he expects a short, miserable life polishing silverware. But after accidentally becoming the childhood confidant (and target of obsessive affection) of Stephanie Redwyne—the game’s ice-cold antagonist destined for exile—Aizen’s “mob” existence goes up in flames. Years later, framed as dead and exiled to a monster-infested jungle, Aizen reinvents himself as “Phoenix,” a flamboyant adventurer with a face-stealing mask, a sentient fire spirit, and a grudge. Meanwhile, Stephanie, now a brooding academy prodigy, is hellbent on freezing the world solid to avenge her lost servant… unaware he’s the same smug B-rank hero burning down bandit camps (and noble expectations) one quest at a time. Will Aizen survive his fiery double life? Can Stephanie thaw her icy heart before her yandere tendencies ignite a war? And why does the king keep offering Phoenix statues? Dive into a witty, magical romp where dating sim tropes crash into explosive fantasy chaos, and the underdog isn’t just rising—he’s arson.

In the year 2025, the planet known as Terran was unexpectedly hit by a meteor. Even the greatest scientists in the world at the time had no idea what the meteor was, where it came from, and even why they didn’t see it coming. However one thing was certain, the meteor had drastically altered Terran. The once peaceful society that existed in Terran completely changed as different demographics started to undergo changes, not only to their appearance but also through the way they acted, the emotions they felt, and most of all, the powers they gained from. These beings were the evolvers. This story follows a boy 225 years after the meteor hit named Kian. After the death of his father, Kian and his older sister were forced onto the streets where gangs of evolvers abuse the populous. His only chance to make something of his life is to join the government that resides in human territory, and follow in his late father's footsteps. The government are 'The heroes of humanity' and are Kian's role models and idols. yet one day a fateful encounter will change the way he views the world forever.

In the year 2025, Ankush Halder, a struggling mechanical engineering student at Jadavpur University, finds himself at a crossroads. With three backlogs and placement season looming, his future looks bleak. But when he wakes up one morning, he is no longer in the world he once knew. Instead, he has transmigrated five years into the past, to a version of Earth where the world underwent a monumental shift in 1950—an interdimensional invasion that expanded the planet 100 times in size, dividing nations with ferocious monster-infested forests and forcing humanity into an era of magic, dungeons, and awakened abilities. Now an 18-year-old high school student in this altered timeline, Ankush must navigate a society where power is everything, and one’s talent and attributes determine their fate. With the Awakening Exam as the first major hurdle, he quickly realizes the fundamental shift in human intelligence and education. The system that once rewarded hard work is now rigged against the weak, with the wealthy hoarding resources, attribute-enhancing fruits, and talents to dominate the playing field. Armed with the knowledge of his previous life and an engineer’s analytical mind, Ankush refuses to be just another powerless commoner. In the Pre-Awakening Exam, he surpasses all limits, answering 600 questions—an unheard-of feat—but is expelled before anyone learns of his achievement. Branded as an average failure, he now enters the Awakening Dungeon, where he must forge his own path, unlock his true profession, and rise beyond the limitations of the system itself. Will his knowledge from modern engineering and science give him an edge in this magic-infused world? Can he survive in a world where power is dictated by talent and bloodline? In a world where monsters, dungeons, and professions determine one's fate, Ankush Halder is ready to change the game.

Kisha Aldens is a normal office worker with average earnings, not until she suddenly sees a system countdown in front of her. Her mind suddenly received a prompt warning about the apocalypse and urged her to integrate with the system to assist her with her survival. "Have I overworked myself again?" She thought while pinching the bridge of her nose. She blinked a few more times but the system interface is still there. Little did she know that this system would be her last lifeline in the upcoming apocalypse where human morals would be the lowest, trust is only a word and betrayal could happen in the blink of an eye. A naive person like her had to learn her lesson the hard way on how to survive and navigate in the zombie-infested world. And the worst part, she had to die 99 times to harden her heart and learn how to read the human heart. How will her 100th time be different from the previous lives, will she survive this time? And will survival be her only problem in the heart of the Apocalypse? No, there was a deeper scheme in play which she has to uncover moving forward.

R+18, Action, MILF [Later], Adventure! A cocktail of above, continue if you like. In a world where portals connected Earth to monster-infested planets, humanity ventured beyond their home, seeking conquest and survival. With the rise of terrifying creatures stronger than any earthly weapon, the Awakening Ceremony became the turning point for every young warrior. Jiang Chen, a high school student from a commoner family, had only one dream—awaken a powerful combat profession and rise to the top. But fate was cruel. When his Awakening Ceremony arrived, he was given the most ridiculed class of all—Summoner. Laughed at by his peers, abandoned by his friends, and ignored by the world, Jiang Chen was deemed useless. Without the backing of a prestigious family, a Summoner was nothing more than dead weight. But just when despair loomed over him, a voice echoed in his mind— [Congratulations! You have activated the Sign-In System!] From that moment, his life took a drastic turn. Signing in at dungeons and monster-infested lands, Jiang Chen received treasures and materials beyond imagination. And when he performed his first summoning— A dragon descended from the skies! From a discarded nobody to Dragon Summoner, Jiang Chen’s rise had begun. Those who mocked him would soon tremble before his power.

While Cliff, a 27 year old young man, was visiting his grandparents, he was caught in what is called a "summoning" which took him to a forest infested with unknown creatures, he decided that in order to survive, he should be ready to brave all the dangers that would present to him, with his “drain” skill he would fight them to become stronger

We were a peaceful people living in harmony with nature in the vast lands of Lyréanor, but this peace was short-lived when our people were defeated by the dark elves, an ancient people even older than this world. It is said that they arrived in Lyréanor by boat and since their arrival, chaos has been unleashed. Proud of their obscure power, derived from dark rituals, they have raised gigantic armies of monsters whose name is synonymous with terror: ‘Obscurus’. They went on the rampage, and everywhere they went the grass didn't grow back, life died and disintegrated. Seven, there were seven. The seven dark elves known as the Lords of the Apocalypse. A single gesture from them was enough to strike us all down, a single gesture from one of them was enough to decimate us in blood and terror. And as I, Foster, contemplate the macabre scene before me, the bloodied and deformed bodies of my fellow elfes beings, and as death grips my soul, a strange sign appeared before me. [Ding... Activation of the world tree system] If you'd like to discuss the book, I've set up a Discord server: https://discord.gg/sc4nWZwec2 Hello everyone! I'm the author of this little book, and I'm sorry to take your attention, but I've got a few things to say to you! I'm in the process of creating a new book that's totally different but stays within the theme, so I'll give you the title and synopsis! If you like the story, could you support it? Sincerely yours, your favourite author! Title: Starting out as a slave to dragons. Synopsis: When Isaac opens his eyes, it's not death that awaits him, but a new life... in a world identical to his own, with one exception: portals leading to monster-infested dungeons are appearing across the globe. If their boss isn't defeated in three days, the creatures escape and wreak havoc. In this world, awakened hunters are the only line of defence against these horrors. Graded from F to SS according to their magical power, they rule in a society dominated by force. Isaac wakes up in the body of a young boy of rank F, an orphan with no future. But his destiny changes when he discovers a unique gift: every night, his mind is projected into another world, a nightmare where dragons have enslaved humanity. In this hell, he is just another slave... but he soon realises that this cursed world holds the answers to the future of his own. To survive and prevent history repeating itself, Isaac must move forward. His only hope? A mysterious system that allows him to absorb the strength of monsters. Armed with a katana, he embarks on a race against time to unlock the secrets of these two worlds and prevent the inevitable. Link : https://www.webnovel.com/book/31979275600112705

In the glittering, snake-infested court of Ignis, where power was a double-edged sword and loyalty a rare gem, Selanthia Amaris Nyxveil stood as a legend cloaked in infamy. Known by many names—*The Hound of the Emperor*, **The Cursed Sword*, **The Witch of Nyxveil*, and *The Abandoned One*—she was a weapon forged by duty and sharpened by betrayal. For forty long years, she served as the Emperor’s blade, cutting down threats to the throne with ruthless precision. Yet, behind the cold steel and the icy gaze, Selanthia harbored no love for the crown or the vipers who surrounded it. She was a woman bound by fate, not choice. At 48, weary of the endless machinations of the court, Selanthia chose to retire. With no family to call her own, she left behind the gilded cage of Ignis for the simplicity of the countryside. Her dreams were modest: to bake sweet treats, tend to chickens, lose herself in books she’d never had time to read, and find solace in the quiet rhythm of church prayers. A peaceful, ordinary life—a stark contrast to the blood-stained path she had walked for decades. But fate, it seemed, had other plans. Just 28 hours into her newfound tranquility, Selanthia’s life was brutally cut short. Poisoned and attacked in the dead of night, she breathed her last beneath a cold, uncaring sky. Her final thoughts were not of vengeance or regret for the life she had led, but of the life she had never known. She wished for love, for a kind and handsome partner, for children whose laughter might have filled the void in her heart. She wished she had never taken up the sword, that she might have written a different ending to her tale. Yet, death was not the end. Selanthia awoke not in the afterlife but in a world both familiar and strange. Perched high in a cherry blossom tree, she was greeted by the voice of Rina, her long-dead confidante. Now, thrust into a bewildering new reality, Selanthia must unravel the threads of this strange second chance. Is this a cruel jest of the gods, a dream spun from her dying regrets, or something far more sinister? And why, of all people, THAT MAN—who disappeared without a word— is acting all weird? As the petals of the cherry blossoms fall around her, Selanthia finds herself caught in a web of mystery, romance, and perhaps, redemption. But in this enchanted new life, where nothing is as it seems, can she unravel the twist of life brought forward by THAT MAN? Or will the shadows of her past rise to claim her once more?

[Congratulations, Terran survivor #99598, for activating the Universe Assistance System!] Althea, along with the remaining 1% of the population of their home planet, stared at the holographic screen in front of them in confusion. Their galaxy was apparently ending, and suddenly announcements from an alien system appeared in their heads, telling them they would be permanently transferred to another world. The survivors were all very depressed. First, they were forced to survive in a zombie apocalypse, and now they had to survive a new world altogether? It just so happened that Althea was one of the few people who got the Lord Token, the ticket to controlling a territory---a supposed safe haven for her people. Althea looked at her very large stomach and sighed at an unknown future. Would she be able to build a good home for her children? And... would she and her husband find each other again? #Apocalypse, #Josei, #Romance, #BeautifulFL, #HandsomeML, #PowerCouple, #Infrastructure, #MagicSpace, #KingdomBuilding, #Adventure, #Pregnancy, #Game Elements, #System #LitRPG ____ Now an E-BOOK~! Please rate, ne? WILL HELP US OUT SOOO MUCHH~! Book 1: AMAZON: https://a.co/d/hy7Rocr GOODREADS: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/203724162-after-surviving-the-apocalypse-i-built-a-city-in-another-world ____ READERS LOUNGE NOW OPEN~! (Readers ONLY please!) https://discord.gg/w8qKw2yaNK

Four hundred years ago, the inhabitants of Thas Summoned warriors from other worlds to take down a Demon King. Thasnians and Terrans fought side by side, eventually sealing him. In the current day, Tas prepares for the centennial visit of Bolat. But the time is coming for the seal to expire. Summoning is now illegal. Tas must raise its own warriors to fight. But first the governments of the world must admit there is any danger at all.

*Sigh* Hello there, Foreign Constellations. The name's Rose... *Runs a hand through hair exasperatedly* I was the 70th Floor Administrator for a Tower called "Aligor's Return"; but upon the sudden deletion of an important Administrator of another Tower, I'm now forced to transfer Towers and manage six additional floors. *Sigh* I could barely manage one floor. What makes the Gods assume I can handle seven floors in total? Especially since this new Tower is infested with Regressors, Reincarnators, and plain old Fortune Tellers. What am I supposed to do? *Sigh* I hope I get along well with my fellow Administrators. I feel like I might need their help...

In a world on the brink of collapse, the students of Koryo High School are thrown into chaos when terrifying creatures—suspected to be zombies—invade their school. Amid the spreading panic, Ryuji, an ordinary student, is forced to become an unlikely hero. Alongside his friends—Takeshi, Emi, Nao, and Riku—Ryuji must face threats not only from the zombies but also from a dark conspiracy involving a deadly virus and dangerous experiments. As the Tokyo they once knew turns into a wasteland of death, the group must fight to survive, resist, and uncover the truth behind the catastrophe that has forever changed their world. From the school that becomes their first battlefield to a bloody escape through zombie-infested streets, Ryuji and his friends are confronted with difficult choices that test their friendships, courage and resolve. As the threat grows, they discover that the real enemy may not be the zombies but a hidden dark secret. Ryuji, initially hesitant, is forced to step up as a leader, striving to protect his friends and uncover the truth behind the outbreak. With danger lurking around every corner, sacrifices are made, relationships are tested, and the line between humanity and monsters blurs. In a world filled with death and despair, the last hope may lie in a teenager willing to sacrifice everything to protect those he loves. Will Ryuji and his team survive the horrors that threaten them, or will they become the very monsters they are fighting against? Who will survive, and who will fall? Find the answer in this unforgettable adventure filled with action, suspense, and emotion.

In a world fractured by spatial rifts, humanity managed to survive by taming the demons that emerged from those alien worlds. Lucifer, son of Scarlet Demon, the stronges demon huntress, has always lived a cushy and spoiled life. Haunted by an accident that left him confused and deprived of his childhood memories, he knows the fractures may hold the key to recover what he lost. Determined to claim back what he lost, Lucifer embarks on a journey across hostile, demon infested worlds in hopes of recovering what he lost. The deeper Lucifer goes, the more question arise: Where did the demons come from? What caused the fracture? In a world of endless danger and mystery, Lucifer's journey is just beginning.

Danny must go through The Klitron process now that he has turned sixteen.this process will determine what his role in The Terran Collective is going to be.After he does this he is thrust into a galaxy that is actively at war over a blue mineral known as Paradisus.The only voice of guidance that he has is a deity that speaks to him through his dreams.

Wrestling between amnesia and suicidal thoughts, Akuma tries his best to survive in this monster-infested underground shelter. Here, the poor fight for the rich; an army of young special soldiers forced into enrollment stands as proof. Humanity needs to be saved from this unrivalled threat, and they shall be the ones to do it with their feeble, yet undying, hope. Cover Art by @art_dabdab

For 15 years, a mysterious voice told Ash two things 'Get stronger' and 'Fight.' Not the best advice, but when you're stuck in a monster-infested limbo, you take what you can get. Then, a god shows up, opens a rift, and throws Ash (monsters included) onto Earth. There, he meets his doppelganger, Thorne, who immediately hates him. Why? Thorne thinks Ash wants to steal his hard-earned social status. Yeah, as if Ash cares about high school politics while eldritch horrors are ransacking the mall. Ash’s plan is simple: punch monsters, grab a burger, and enjoy his new life. If Thorne wants a rivalry, he'll have to get in line—right behind the monster tearing up Main Street

Amon, a college student trapped on campus when the zombie apocalypse erupts, must fight for survival alongside a ragtag group of friends. As they navigate the infested halls and desperate survivors, they'll forge unbreakable bonds and discover the true meaning of friendship. But in this brutal new world, trust is a fragile commodity, and Amon will soon learn that betrayal can be just as deadly as the undead.

In his previous hollow life, Alek was a nobody. After a freak accident (getting rammed by a garbage truck) he gets transported to another world where Heaven and Hell exist. And not only that, but he becomes the vessel of an ancient evil feared by the mass. Now, granted the opportunity to experience a more eventful life, Alek will waste not a single second to enjoy and make the most of it in the most unhinged and unorthodox way he's never been able to. Well... that's what he hopes, as his inexperience from basic human interaction holds him back from acting like a normal socially acceptable person. The spread of an unknown Infestation across the desolate land, the two factions obscured in enigmatic darkness that are on the hunt for him, the bothersome people that somehow find a reason to continue interacting with him, and the (Needy) embodiment of unholy amalgamation that resides within him aren't the only things he has to tolerate in his new danger filled life. Along with his obliviousness, he must traverse his new life with the dark and unsettling vibe the people around him think he has. A dark fantasy/comedy about an awkward idiot and his shenanigans.

Born and raised in the Tail-Zone slums of Peacock District, Euri had one goal in life—a safe and stable corporate job. But the day he discovered the alien game infesting his miniscreen, that goal had to go through some modifications. While the entire human civilization on Planet Nen went to war against the superior lifeforms plaguing the extraterrestrial planes, Euri competed with them all for power by just playing this game! A side-gig that didn’t conflict with his dream of climbing the corporate ladder—how generous can fortune be to bequeath this opportunity to him? Transcending the spatial laws, transcending human notion of cultivation, transcending the rules of Cosmic Development Bureau, Euri began a series of crazy experiments that could perhaps destroy the millennia-spanning schemes of the most advanced civilizations controlling the macrocosm. When interrogated about this fiasco, Euri answered the way a perfect corporate slave should.  “Full credit for this goes to my boss, who provided me with the opportunity..." Tags: Modern world, alternate world, multiple races, game system, beast pets, dragons, vampires, mutants, monsters, scheming and conspiracies, apocalypse, fast paced, violence, gore, duels, politics, cults, comedic undertone, ruthless protagonist, hidden identity, survival, bloodlines, supernatural abilities,

Loose cultivator Shi Lang gradually found himself in the realm of invincibility. However, when he finally tried to ascend to the higher realm, the spirit of the world was nearly exhausted. So, between his ascension to a new world or the well-being of his home, he chose the latter and sacrificed his life to save the world. Nobody knew what he gave up for the world, and he told no one. Although his sacrifice had gone unsung, there was still someone who witnessed everything. A treasured artifact he carried on his body preserved his soul and let it escape a tragic end. Eons passed. The human race stepped out from the age of cultivation into an age of stellar conquest. The spirit energy in the world was now scarce, but humans found other means to excel. In this highly-advanced time, Shi Lang's soul has found a chance to be reborn. What happens when an ancient cultivator that neared the level of a deity before his first death gets a second chance at life in the space age? ... Cover Credits: ropreker#8513(discord) Fonts and Final editing credits: Not gonna tell y'all. XD

Can a simple human soul reborn in the body of a powerful werewolf-witch hybrid be able to tame its stubborn wolf and master incredible witch powers? Can a 'godless' alpha living in defiance of the ways of the moon goddess truly escape his fate through the strength of his will? This book has it all: Feuding wolf packs, secret peace treaties with humans, rebirth of a dreaded were-witch, half-blood alpha with a bound wolf, human mafia gangs hunting werewolves, star-crossed fated mates, pack traitors, secret identities, Luna wars, werewolf galas and balls, witches academy, etc. *** In a world where being reborn is dependent on steep conditions (for pure humans and supernatural beings alike) Irina Duncan is the first human soul to cheat the rebirth system by orchestrating her death and being reborn more than two times as allowed by the divine law. Caught on her seventh attempt and branded a wraith (a soul considered evil for being reborn more than twice), she makes a deal to avoid being destroyed forever and gets sent back to the world in the body of Nyla Stark, a werewolf. The worst part? She wakes up in a city infested by mafia gangs who hunted and preyed on supernatural beings, especially werewolves. Unfazed, Irina is determined to survive her ordeal and find a way to best the rebirth system ONE LAST TIME to find someone dear to her in an alternate life. Unfortunately, she soon realizes that being sent back as Nyla Stark is nothing like her previous lives, and just might be the worst punishment ever. With no recollection of Nyla’s memories to help her navigate her new life, zero werewolf knowledge or survival skills to save her hide, a growing line of enemies braying for Nyla’s blood, a complicated love story with three powerful alphas who want her for different reasons and Nyla’s re-emerging witch powers, Irina is in for a rocky journey before she can circle back to her original goal; her seventh rebirth. As time passes, Irina is dumbfounded by the were-witch, Nyla Stark and her past. Can her human soul tame Nyla’s stubborn wolf and win the raging war caused by her reappearance in a werewolf community that perceives THE Nyla Stark as a curse from the moon goddess, or will the wraith killers disguised in the city get to Irina first?

The story takes the last days as the background, tells the story of ordinary young Thorne in the zombie infested world to survive. Nicknamed the "Loser Man" for his inability to awaken the Breakout powers, he activates the mystical Ring during a near-death crisis, gaining the ability to manipulate the zombie pet. By collecting zombies and collecting Yuanjing, Luo Hou gradually upgrades the function of the ring, breaks through the evolutionary class barrier, and accidentally gets involved in the power struggle of the colony. The core plot includes: Survival struggle: The thrilling process of hunting zombies to obtain the crystal in the early days Goldfinger Awakening: The ability to manipulate pet and store space with the Spirit Ring Class jump: from the bottom scavengers to the power evolutors who trade with the ruler Cheng Qiyi The Test of humanity: moral choices in the face of vulnerable groups End-time ecology: Zombie/monster hierarchy and the social structure of human survivors

Following Garran's journey who is a vanguard, he is tasked by the Order to exterminate demons infested in certain area. Throughout his adventure, he shall face a lot of obstacles. Unbeknownst to him, his mission would be a turning point of his life — forever changes his future into the most hated man, forced to wear an unwanted title made of misunderstanding. He shall be exiled and start over a new life in the new soil. Will he regain his honor back? Cleans his name and moving on? -sorry if there are any mistaken, English is not my first language, lol. -everything is fiction, if there are anything resembles to real life or other works, it is purely coincidence. -image cover skull and dagger (ai variation) by dgim-studio on freepik

Humans escaped Earth's prison and conquered the Solar System. Peace has reigned for a thousand years. Yet, the Terrans became mired in their comforts and decadence, neglecting the other inhabitants of the Solar System. So begins a new age of war, a tragedy of a long neglected history. Author's note: In this story, I intend to integrate elements from shows I love-- gundam, modern sci-fi shows such as 'The Expanse', add strategic elements from shows such as legend of galactic heroes. These elements might be political intrigue, more technological development, robotics, cyberpunk, character development, rationality. Ultimately, I want the story to end up with a strong sense of hope despite the horrors of conflict.

Chu Xuan found himself in the Mystic Azure Realm, reborn as a cultivator of the dark arts within the Infinite Sect. The path of a demonic cultivator demanded seizing the world's energy and consuming its essence, leaving behind a trail of destruction to achieve ultimate power. Yet, such ruthless methods clashed with the sacred laws governing humanity. As a result, the Infinite Sect faced annihilation at the hands of righteous factions. In the chaos, Chu Xuan discovered a mysterious Blood Mirror, an artifact that transported him to a ruined world infested with the undead. To his surprise, this desolate land was the ideal hunting ground for those who practiced his craft. In his former realm, sacrificing a million souls would invite divine wrath, reducing him to ashes. But here? Slaughtering the undead brought no punishment—only rewards, divine favor, and boundless power.

In a world ravaged by cataclysmic events, Luo Fang awakens to a grim reality. His previous life ended abruptly in a car accident, but now he inhabits the body of another Luo Fang—one who shares his name but leads a vastly different existence. The world has transformed, overrun by spiders of unimaginable proportions. Some are venomous enough to corrode entire buildings, while others loom like mountains on the horizon. Humanity teeters on the brink, struggling to survive amidst this arachnid-infested apocalypse. But Luo Fang possesses an unexpected advantage: the Super Spider Evolution System. With its guidance, he embarks on a treacherous journey. From the halls of Spiderlen High School to the perilous wilderness beyond, Luo Fang seeks power, purpose, and revenge. His small family's fate hangs in the balance, and he's determined to overturn their fortunes. As he unravels the secrets of his newfound abilities, Luo Fang discovers that the path to the top of this spider-infested world is both treacherous and exhilarating. Along the way, he'll forge alliances, confront ancient arachnid deities, and uncover shocking truths about his own past. This story weaves a thrilling tale of survival, transformation, and the indomitable spirit of a young man destined to rise above the chaos. Will Luo Fang's evolution lead to salvation or destruction? Only the threads of fate will reveal the answer

When the zombie apocalypse hits, high schooler Mira teams up with her snarky best friend Elliot and the mysterious, crowbar-wielding Alex. Armed with nothing but a broom (yes, a broom), Mira leads the ragtag crew through a zombie-infested town. Soon, their biggest battles aren’t just against the undead—they're against hunger, exhaustion, and the question of why they're even fighting in the first place. Rom-Com Zombie Apocalypse is a wild, funny, and a bit existential tale of friendship, survival, and finding meaning in a world gone mad.

He had three major problems in his life. One; he woke up in a room with literally no memory of how he got there. Two; it turns out that an Apocalypse happened three years ago and now the world is completely infested with bizarre creatures. Three; he was forced to join a group filled with completely dysfunctional people that may be more trouble than they are worth it.

In a world fallen past the edge of calamity, a young boy was found wandering alone in a monster-infested forest. Brought out of the forest by the village's protector, Lauri would go on to live his life until one night a special power awakened within Lauri's body. Now a year later Lauri stands prepared to undertake a trial that will determine his future. Little would Lauri know just how much his world would change, from meeting old friends, travelling to new lands and losing everything he ever knew and loved.

Feared across Murim, the Sword Demon was known as a ruthless butcher, cutting down martial masters without mercy. But the truth? He never wanted this life. Born a peasant, he only sought to survive in the beast-infested mountains. A simple breathing technique awakened his rare martial physique, allowing him to create a martial art perfectly suited to his body. But strength invites challengers. One after another, warriors came seeking his head, forcing him into endless bloodshed. Then came the Sword Saint, Murim’s revered warrior. For the first time, the Sword Demon believed he had found a true match. Their battle shook the land for three days and two nights. But even in his wounded state, he emerged victorious. Yet, instead of delivering the final blow, he turned his sword on himself. “…You were my last hope.” As blood pooled beneath him, Murim would soon spread the tale: The Sword Demon had finally fallen