Gory Core

Few are fortunate enough to awaken a magical core, an internal crystal that grants unique abilities and shapes a mage’s path. These cores are not merely sources of power but also compasses that guide their bearers along specific journeys—a fire mage with the [Murky Flame Core], capable of conjuring flames that shift between heat and darkness; a physical mage with the [Crab King Core], renowned for their overwhelming strength and unshakable resilience; or a mage-swordsman with the [Scarlet Scissors Core], specialized in magical cuts that can dismantle even enemy spells. These cores possess an evolutionary nature: aligning skills, experiences, and spells with the core’s characteristics is essential for it to evolve through Baptisms, rare events that refine its power and unlock new possibilities. But understanding the core is only the beginning—shaping it to one’s path is the true challenge. Evan, an apprentice with the mysterious Origin Rune Core, lives in the shadow of his own uncertainty. While other mages follow well-defined journeys, he struggles to comprehend his core’s purpose and unlock its true potential. In a world where every choice shapes the future, Evan must explore the unknown, master his power, and discover how far he can go. A tale of mystery, growth, and self-discovery, set in a universe where destiny is as unique as the core that guides it.

In the magical realm of Aetheris, the balance of power is maintained by ancient cores that bind the fabric of the land. But when Lucas, a young mage marked by a mysterious curse, unwittingly disrupts this balance, he finds himself at the center of a conflict that threatens to unravel the realm itself. Haunted by a curse that binds him to the very magic he wields, Lucas embarks on a perilous journey to destroy the ancient cores and break the curse’s hold. Alongside him are Eira, a skilled and headstrong fellow mage, and Kade, a roguish swordsman with a knack for trouble. Together, they navigate a realm fractured by warring factions, shadowy enemies, and a history steeped in betrayal. As Lucas delves deeper into the truth of the curse, he uncovers a legacy tied to a forgotten era—a legacy that binds him to the fate of Aetheris. With each step, the mark on his wrist grows stronger, its whispers darker, and its cost heavier. To save the realm, Lucas must confront not only the external threats but also the shadowy force within himself. Will he overcome the curse and restore balance to Aetheris? Or will he succumb to the darkness that seeks to consume him? “Ascendancy of Shadows” is a tale of courage, sacrifice, and the unyielding bonds of friendship in the face of overwhelming odds

***WSA 2025 Entry*** Kael's life ended in a blur of misfortune—but death wasn't the final chapter. Instead, he wakes up in the world of Erendath, a realm he once only knew from the MMORPG Ascension: The Path of the Reborn. But this isn't a game anymore. The dangers are real, the pain is unrelenting, and the rules have changed. Awakened with a mysterious and powerful class called the Rebirth Core, Kael finds himself thrust into the heart of a dark and twisted world. Every threshold level he gains unlocks new overpowering abilities—but also awakens monstrous Darkspawns, creatures from the abyss who are drawn to him, hungry for destruction. To survive, Kael must navigate through deadly lands, unravel the secrets of the Ascension System, his Rebirth Core, and also learn to control the curse that haunts him. With the fate of both his new life and his old one on the line, Kael must question everything he thought he knew about life, death, and his place in this brutal world. Will he rise to his destiny, or will he be consumed by the very system once used by others to escape reality? A journey of power, secrets, and survival awaits—where every decision could be his last.

Lan Hengsheng, once hailed as a prodigy of the prestigious Lan Clan faced a cruel twist of fate on his fifth birthday. Born without a spirit core, his path to immortality was sealed—or so everyone believed. Amidst scorn and whispers, Hengsheng harbors a secret to his reincarnation, one that defies the natural order of this cultivation world. As rivalries ignite and hidden powers awaken, Hengsheng embarks on an unconventional journey to carve his own path in a world where talent reigns supreme. The heavens may not favor him, but who says he can’t cheat his way through?

Dread Mage Vellichor; feared and old; and someone who has mastered wizardry at its core, is bored of life and the strenuous actions of the bigger picture. He just wants small, but meaningful interactions with life. And he starts with a little dead girl he called Sonder. --- The chapters are what I call bite-sized, (only around 400 to 700 words), and I'll try to upload a chapter every day except for the weekend.

Second Awakening? A System? Having lost the battle of the Dark Catastrophe to the demons—spawns of the Dark Gods— humanity is given a chance at making things right once again. Born as a twin into a family of high ranking talent awakeners, Damien Terrace is met with trouble when it is his turn to perform the ritual. After awakening the E-Rank Summoner talent, Damien loses everything to his twin. Exiled by his father to perish away from them, Damien goes through a second awakening that changes the play field for him. Ding! [The God of Summons is furious and has blessed you with a system!] [You have fused with the Mythics Summoning System—A system that only allows you to summon mythical beasts!] [Obtain nineteen Magic Essence Cores to boost your core to the next level!] [Slay 200 more demons to unlock another summon!] Damien's only option is to evolve! ____________________ A/N: I'd be happy to get feedback as this is my first book. This will show that I actually have readers. Thanks. ____________________ ____________________ Update Schedule: 00:30 GMT (+8) 12:30 GMT (+8)

In the grand world of Nova, many different races exist such as elves, humans, dwarves and beastmen and through years of war, strife and competition the world has grown, becoming home to great empires and countries throughout the oceans and five continents. However, to the great creators the world has become stagnant and boring, ever since the calamity that was the Church of Light and their Holy White empire. Now the Dark God has created a new race after years upon years of dedicated effort. A species that is like none other and his hope for Nova’s future….Dungeon cores, beings that have the ability to reshape the very world itself, entering the domain of the gods. Join Frost a newly born first generation Dungeon core as he embarks upon his journey within Nova and carves out his place in the world. How will the world’s current denizens react to his birth? Will they be friends or foes? And most of all how the Light God react to this new addition to the world, will he accept them or seek to destroy them? This novel incorporates dungeon building and management but most of that won't fully take off until the later volumes when Frost has much more floors and money to play around with. This is not a solely dungeon story as the MC Frost will have to explore and interact with the world of Nova much like how an adventurer would and forewarning the story is slow. There's a lot of details and avenues which the story goes into, not simply battles, wars and action, it follows all aspects of Frost's life, his growth and interactions with Nova not only as a Dungeon core but also as a person.

Young Lin Yi, betrayed by his beloved, had his core taken away and became a pariah despised by all. At a fortuitous moment, Lin Yi acquired the ancient legacy 'Chaos Sword Body Technique', rising against the odds to embark on a path of revenge! "Those who have wronged me, Lin Yi, shall be repaid a hundredfold!"

What did you say? Your mobile phones have eight-core processors? 6G of RAM? 256G of storage? Full charge in an hour and a half? Is that supposed to be impressive? Our mobile phones have sixteen-core processors, 12G of RAM, 1T of storage, and can be fully charged in just ten minutes! What did you say? Your power banks have a capacity of 30,000mAh? They feature bi-directional fast charging? Sorry to break it to you, but our power banks have a 100,000mAh capacity. As for bi-directional fast charging technology... our phones with 10,000mAh large battery capacity can be fully charged in just ten minutes. You want to talk about bi-directional fast charging technology? If others have superior products... I'll provide them at a better price... If others provide a better price... I'll just produce an even better product... Superior electronics, superior cars, superior construction... Ever since Lin Yun acquired the Cosmic Trading System, every industry has started to face fierce disruption... Money is only a minor concern, the real power lies in force! Do you say that Lin Yun's aim is to conquer Earth? No! No! No! You're mistaken, his aim is the universe itself!

Merged into the body of External Disciple Chen Yu was the heart of a demonic god. The heart is the core of life, the most fragile vital organ. To Chen Yu, however, the heart was his greatest strength, granting him power and potential beyond demonic and divine beasts. Here on out, we follow him as he embarks on a mysterious and wonderful journey.

The world of Earth is a desolate, future version of the planet, ravaged by centuries of conflict, environmental collapse, and unchecked technological advancement. After the Great Fragmentation, humanity discovered the hidden power of Essentia, a primordial energy that resonates with the Auras radiated by all living beings. Essentia, once buried deep beneath the Earth's surface, now flows freely through the air and the land, influencing every creature’s existence. The Auras of individuals reflect their connection to Essentia—stronger Auras grant greater control over the energy, while weaker Auras leave their bearers vulnerable. Humanity, once on the brink of extinction due to nuclear wars, pandemics, and environmental destruction, began to harness this power, using it to rebuild civilizations. Yet, the Earth had changed. As cities rose and societies evolved, so too did the creatures of the world. Mutated beasts, once ordinary animals, gained terrifying powers by fusing their Auras with Essentia, creating terrifying creatures that roam the wastelands, seeking to destroy or dominate humanity. A thousand years after the Great Fragmentation, humanity stands at a fragile precipice. While some have rebuilt advanced societies within mega-cities protected by powerful Aura shields, others live in the wilds, fighting for survival against creatures whose Auras dwarf those of the human race. Deep beneath the ruins of Earth lies the Essentia Core, the source of all Essentia. It is said that whoever reaches the Core will have the power to reshape Earth’s future—restoring the planet or annihilating all life within it. Many have sought the Core, including rogue factions, corrupted warlords, and savage beasts, but none have returned. Main Protagonist: A 16-year-old boy named Orion Ardyn lives in a small outpost on the outskirts of the last remaining human metropolis, Neos City. Orion was born with a rare, dormant Aura, deemed weak by society's standards. As a result, he is disregarded and scorned by others, nicknamed "The Whisper". However, during a raid by mutated beasts, Orion’s dormant Aura awakens unexpectedly when he comes into contact with a strange artifact—the Essentia Shard—a relic of the ancient world. His Aura possesses a unique power: the ability to absorb and evolve by resonating with the Auras of others, a gift that may hold the key to the future of humanity.

A merchant stumbles on a grotto, lost. He eats his last apple. The merchant plants the seeds the next day to provide food for future lost travelers. And so, the nymph Theanore is born. She would grow from a tiny seed to a splendid apple tree. She would meet many friends. Theanore will try her hand at being a merchant like her father. And she will get to know her lifetime companion, the merman Marinus. But as every farmer can tell you, apple trees live only for about 150 years and so, with her tree dried up, so will Theanore die. But before that, she will live.

I died once but now with this Second life i shall fully explore all thats available to me in this new world. it seems my luck is not bad on my second life after all. Born in an OP family check. Extremely Rich Parents Check. Ridiculously Powerful Magics Check. Extremely Crazy Magical Tech Check. "What you Say I am average. I will have you know You have a single mana core cause that's all you could get i have a billlion because that's all there was to get." "What you wanna have my babies, heh well get in line" "What do you mean It's impossible to create high spells within seconds i just did now" "Okay This is getting too much, you should give up y'know even nukes Don't work on me. What Don't believe me well guess what i have" I am going for 6-7 Chapters per week. Hopefully i can keep it up.

Ethan Kael’s ordinary life is shattered when he discovers a shard of the ancient Aeternium Core, a celestial artifact of immense power. The shard grants him the ability to absorb and amplify attacks, transforming him into Aegis, a living shield whose strength grows with every challenge he faces. However, this newfound power comes with a heavy burden and thrusts him into a world he never knew existed.In a world on the brink of chaos, Aegis must rise as more than just a shield. He must become a symbol of hope and resilience, standing against the forces that threaten to plunge humanity into darkness. But as the secrets of the Aeternium Core come to light, Ethan faces a daunting question: can the unbreakable shield endure the weight of destiny without shattering?

A fast-paced story of assassination picking off his adversaries and leaders one by one. How he attained a fearful reputation, worry not, because we’re cutting to the core of the issue with an insight into the real assassin's code. What’s more, a hallmark of the killings was made public as possible so as to sow maximum fear, overwhelmingly ending in the assassin’s death. He turned himself into a calculating machine, an extremely terrifying assassin that would give nightmares to the enemies and feared by the underworld including the SAS, CIA, and M16 Government. Of course, this was no trivial task requiring both skill and training. The greatest benefit of becoming a skilled fighter was mentored by two elderly couples who were not in this world that has unimaginable power of life forces. A true story with fantasy. Let’s rock on….

Aiden’s world is torn apart when a catastrophic explosion devastates his city, separating him from Lila, the love of his life. Awakening in the surreal Otherworld, he learns that this realm is a patchwork of destruction and despair, where the fragments of things lost in the real world converge. At its heart lies Yggdrasil, the great tree of life that connects all worlds and timelines, threatened by the corruption of the Core—a manifestation of imbalance, rot, and despair. Guided by Sylva, a luminous being tied to Yggdrasil, Aiden wields the quill-sword, a weapon shaped by his imagination. Tasked with restoring balance to the Otherworld and reuniting with Lila, Aiden joins forces with Rowan, a fiery and skilled warrior, and Kieran, a stoic and loyal protector. Together, they face the Core’s shadowy agents, powerful manifestations of fear and despair that seek to corrupt Yggdrasil’s roots and spread their influence across all worlds.

On his way home from work, an ordinary man from Earth stumbles upon a bizarre scene—a chaotic battle in the sky, with people flying and clashing over a shimmering golden sphere. Holding his can of Coke, he mutters in disbelief, "This is Coke, right?" Shrugging off the absurdity, he tosses the can and walks away. But fate has other plans. In the next instant, something strikes his head, and he dies on the spot. When he wakes, it’s not in the afterlife but in a completely different world—reborn as a baby. Unbeknownst to him, the golden sphere that caused his death has merged with his Sea of Souls: the The Infinite Fortune Core, a heaven-defying treasure capable of altering destiny itself. Years later, as he uncovers the core’s secrets, he realizes its boundless potential. With this gift, his journey from an unassuming mortal to a ruler who defies gods, demons, and the heavens begins. Armed with this treasure, he will walk the path to ultimate supremacy and carve his name across eternity. "I may have been an ordinary man, but now? I am limitless." *** he will gain his Cheat on 5 or 6 Chaps, so be Patient guys

In every being, a soul, a spirit, or a core, exists that tethers the consciousness into the solid plain. Witness as how a little spark from who was once a blazing flame, regained what once was lost. "I died and..." grins "...that started my life" What happens when an assassin transmigrated to a cultivation world? They rise through a mountain of corpse to reach the skies. But.... What of an assassin whose enemy turns out to be themselves? A world where magic and cultivation co-exist? People say "Keep moving forward". What if the way forward, is to go back to where she begun?

The Black Wind (Kuroi Kaze) In the war-torn Sengoku era, a 16-year-old boy named Kuroi sets out on a perilous journey to master the way of the sword. Driven by a deep yearning to rise above his humble beginnings, he traverses a world ravaged by conflict, where honor and survival are often at odds. Along the way, Kuroi encounters warriors, wanderers, and rogues, each shaping his path in unexpected ways. As he struggles to find his place in a chaotic world, Kuroi discovers that the road to greatness is not just paved with skill and strength but with choices that test the very core of his humanity.

In a world where cultivation determines destiny, Lin Xuan is a young but humble cultivator, scraping by in obscurity. When fate leads him to discover the mythical Eternity Core an artifact of unimaginable power hidden within a collapsing mystical realm his life is forever changed. The Eternity Core grants him access to ancient knowledge, godlike abilities, and secrets of time and space, but it comes with a cost. Lin Xuan is thrust into a deadly game of pursuit, hunted by powerful sects, ancient beings, and rival cultivators who will stop at nothing to claim the Core's power for themselves. As Lin Xuan struggles to master his newfound abilities, he must navigate treacherous alliances, uncover the truth behind the artifact's creation, and face moral dilemmas that will test his very soul. In this world of breathtaking mystical realms, fierce battles, and intricate schemes, one question looms large: Will Lin Xuan rise to become a legend, or will the Eternity Core consume him before he fulfills his destiny?

In a forgotten corner of the Infinite Heavens, Earth was once lost to the tides of cosmic conflict, its glory extinguished. But after a thousand years, the planet revived, becoming a beacon of unparalleled power, its energies drawn from the mysterious Origin Core. Now, Earth stands among the top forces in the Infinite Heavens, attracting both reverence and fear. Yu Tian, an ordinary man from a parallel Earth, is unknowingly bound to this destiny. Betrayed by his closest friend and thrust into an untimely death, his soul is pulled into a cycle of reincarnation. Reborn in the Azure Sky Realm, a middle-tier world, Yu Tian discovers that his new body contains a latent bloodline tied to Earth’s Origin Core, granting him extraordinary potential and setting him on a path far beyond his understanding. Bound to the Celestial Ascension System, Yu Tian is given the chance to rewrite his destiny. However, the system offers him choices that shape his journey, and the weight of his decisions will not only define his future but determine Earth’s place in the Infinite Heavens. From cultivating ancient powers to facing rivals and uncovering the forgotten truths of Earth’s resurgence, Yu Tian must navigate a treacherous path of power, betrayal, and revelation. With enemies lurking at every turn and the fate of worlds hanging in the balance, Yu Tian must ascend through realms, unlock the mysteries of the Origin Core, and ultimately defy the very forces that seek to control his destiny. "The heavens are vast, and the path to power is steep—will Yu Tian rise to claim his place among the gods or fall to the weight of destiny?"

Benign Cross had died in glory on the battlefield, only to reawaken with a system that needed him to balance three realms and stop a glitch threatening to destroy their universe's Core. Too much work? Not for Benign Cross and his savior/hero complex! He took the job and underestimated it—until he realized that there was more to the glitches, and the Core wasn’t what he thought. [Do check it out!]

A Love Letter to Hip-Hop, Anime, and Fantasy Games. (Warning: 4k to 7k words a chapter)   "What happens when you isekai a rapper?"   The 13th Kingdom: Reincarnation is a Western take on the Eastern isekai genre, where soul-stirring combat and skills meet the raw grit of artistry. Xiro Mikazuki isn’t your typical overpowered hero. Reborn on the planet Gaia, he’s a former musician, a soul battered by the grind of failed dreams and corporate greed. Now, he’s thrust into a world where power flows through magical arts, and the rhythm of battle is as much about creativity as it is about dominance. In this world, M-Cees (Mana Controllers) harness mana to perform Mana Arts and Skills. Xiro isn’t just reincarnated—he’s redefined. Armed with a Sonata Soul Core and two rare Vessel Skills—[Moon Sage: Tsukuyomi] and [Midnight Star: Belial]—he begins his climb in a society that worships Godwalkers, magical prodigies who inspire devotion and followers like rock stars. Every skill he learns, every clash he faces, is like mastering a new track in his personal magnum opus—a relentless pursuit of both power and identity in a world where survival demands constant improvisation. Can he conquer his new exoplanet home and create his own personal heaven, or will he follow the request of The Creator, and destroy the Prime Realm System? What to expect: - Overpowered male MC who becomes the strongest using his wits and knowledge. - Fights! This is a combat-heavy series. It does get gory and dark. - Deep lore and worldbuilding. - Use of AAVE - An urban interaction with many of the familiar tropes and situations of Isekai & Eastern Fantasy. - A long adventure involving many solo, group, and army battles, kingdom-building, and many interesting characters to root for or against. - Romance/Sex. (BEWARE!! Sex & mature themes play a heavy role in certain chapters.) - Each Chapter shares a Title with a Song. (Links to the songs can be found at the end of each chapter.) - Quality over quantity. (Guarantee weekly drop. Helps allow time for editing.) Patreon/CreativeZoneComics - Read ahead a week when you join for free or one of the support tiers. 10 chapter advancement, bonus chapters, artwork, character design, and a community chat with more to come can be found here. Learn more about Gaia and the Prime Realm System with behind-the-scene insight and posts and access to the publicly released chapters a day early. - Weekly Chapter Release: Every Friday - Book volumes 1 & 2 are written. Currently started on volume 3.

The narrative follows the life of Arush, a weak and overweight boy who endures a relentless cycle of bullying and sorrow, struggling to find even a semblance of normalcy in his daily life. His fate takes an unexpected turn when he becomes entangled in a couple's conflict, leading to his reincarnation into a game-like world. In this new reality, he must navigate survival while concealing his identity as a 'Player.' Despite leaving his old life behind, Arush finds that grief and hardship continue to shadow him. Join Arush on his journey as he faces unprecedented challenges, driven by a singular desire: "Will I ever have a normal life?"

Circumstances forced an ordinary doctor to walk into a world filled with underground mafia's and corrupted government organisations. And that same circumstances pulled her into a world filled with flying swords and mountain splitting spells.  A world were people build an entire universe as their core's.  [Augmenting with a star is success] [Aspect awakened: Limit breaker] What to expect:  It’s a LitRPG painted with Xianxia elements, so you can expect both. Flashy spells and creative flaws matching this flashiness. A magic system that follows logic—there will be no plot armour for the sake of the plot. So, you can expect realistic fights. An overpowered MC. Limit breaker, as the aspect tells, MC have no Limits. I swear again,  NO LIMITS!

 Xu Yi came to a world of immortality Were All people Was Cultivator. At the age of eighteen, everyone began to contact the Chaotic world and entered countless large and small worlds to practice. When His Became Eighteen and Go to A Small World Xu Yi received a hundred times reward system.....      Hunt the first-level monsters and find a first-level magic core.     System reward (optional):     1: One hundred first-order magic cores.     Two: One second-order magic core.      Discovered a Gengjin elementary exercise.     System rewards (optional):     1: One hundred Gengjin primary exercises.     Two: One of the five element reincarnation exercises.      The one-week return time has come, get reward time.     System reward (optional):     1: Stay in this world for 700 days.     Two: Give Up Reward, And return immediately.      Oh my God, I have a hundred times more training time than others, Then I will Become A Invincible in the future!!!!     .... If u want To support Me and want to Read Some Chapter in Advance Plz Go to My Patreon Channel https://www.patreon.com/DragonNecromancer. ________________ Started Proof reading The Chapters, But Needed Some Time because Only I am Doing All the Things.If U Have Suggestions plz Comment. ... Done 1- 12 chapters for now....

Xavier Hollingsworth, a tech mogul and philanthropist, has built a fortune on his vision and ambition. But when his stepbrother, Damien Hayes, hires Ivy Silverman, a skilled manipulator, to seduce and destroy Xavier.As Ivy infiltrates Xavier's life, she uncovers secrets about the Hollingsworth family's past that threaten to shake their world to its core. But as she draws closer to Xavier, Ivy finds herself falling for him, putting her loyalties and her mission at risk. Torn between her feelings for Xavier and her duty to Damien, Ivy must choose between love and betrayal.

In a world ruled by immortal tyrants, Wilson Tanga’s life changes forever when he’s infused with the Surge a powerful energy tied to the planet’s core. Hunted by the Ministrians and abandoned by those he sought to protect, Wilson’s path spirals into betrayal, power, and loss. As his hunger for control grows, the lines between hero and villain blur, setting the stage for a battle of legacies as his own daughter rises against him in a quest for revenge.

Valiance was once an orphan, adopted by a strange yet powerful old wizard named Kalli. Kalli often took him on his travels across the world, where they encountered and learned about the many mysteries and histories that shaped the world. However, one thing remained forever etched in Valiance's mind: the mathematically correct usage of magic. Old man Kalli always insisted that despite thousands of years of magical history and the relentless progression of magical studies, the way mages used magic was fundamentally flawed. He repeatedly pointed out the glaring errors in their methods. Under Kalli's guidance, Valiance learned the correct way to use magic. Yet, he remained deeply doubtful that it would actually work—and he had no way to test it, as he lacked a magical core and could not wield magic to begin with. Then came the fateful day when an old enemy of Kalli—someone Valiance had never met before—returned and killed them both using a forbidden magic so powerful that it overwhelmed even the old wizard. When Valiance awoke, he discovered that his body had been restructured by Kalli’s last remaining fragment of his soul—a clone. With this transformation, Valiance now possessed a magical core, albeit of the lowest level. Finally able to use magic, Valiance resolved to take revenge on the man who had killed the only person he considered his father, his mentor, and his friend. And the key to achieving this was… the mathematically correct usage of magic.