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Apocalypse Startup

Jared Jones was your average college student, drowning in student loans and dreaming of a corner office. Then the Shattering happened. A global pandemic, caused by a bizarre mutagenic virus, transformed most of the population into zombies and mutants, collapsing civilization in a matter of weeks. Now, six months later, Jared survives by scavenging in the ruins of his former life, armed with little more than a sharpened pipe and a bitter sense of irony. His life takes a dramatic turn when he's unexpectedly bound to the "Business Tycoon System," a powerful AI that appears as a holographic interface only he can see. The System claims its purpose is to aid in societal reconstruction and economic growth, and it has chosen Jared as its host. Initially skeptical and thinking he's hallucinating, Jared soon realizes the System is very real, and it offers him a unique opportunity: to rebuild society, not through force, but through business. The System provides Jared with quests, blueprints, and skills, all geared towards establishing and expanding a post-apocalyptic enterprise. The new currency? Energy crystals, harvested from the bodies of the very mutants and zombies that threaten his existence. Starting with nothing but a ramshackle stall and a handful of scavenged goods, Jared embarks on a journey to become the ultimate post-apocalyptic entrepreneur. He quickly learns that running a business in the apocalypse is no easy task. He faces constant dangers: ravenous mutants, desperate scavengers, and the ever-present threat of starvation and disease. He must learn to craft weapons, manage resources, negotiate with wary survivors, and defend his fledgling enterprise from those who would rather take than trade. Along the way, Jared forms an unlikely alliance with Elara, a skilled scavenger with a deep knowledge of the mutated flora and fauna of the ruined world. Together, they face the challenges of the apocalypse, expanding Jared's business from a simple stall to a thriving trading post, and eventually, a beacon of hope in a shattered world. But the System has secrets. Why was Jared chosen? What is the System's ultimate goal? And is there a way to reverse the Shattering, or is survival the only option left? As Jared's business grows, so too do the stakes, drawing him into a larger conflict that will determine the fate of what remains of humanity. He'll need to use all his business acumen, his growing combat skills, and the power of the System to not just survive, but to build a new world from the ashes of the old. The apocalypse may have ended the world as he knew it, but for Jared Jones, it's the ultimate startup opportunity.
RedCloud01 · 215 Views

Rise To Stardom

Orphaned in the old world after taking care of his irresponsible and sick mother for years on end, Kyle finds his life turned upside down. His already dim world turns even gloomier and coupled with his trauma from losing her, Kyle felt like he had lost his purpose in life. Living day by day, akin to a soulless puppet, he struggled to keep his suicidal thoughts in check, all whilst trying to make ends meet as a cabbie. During those dark times, Kyle slowly begins to find solace in the world of music and movies. Even though it had always been there, it truly became something as a bloodline of sorts for him because, individually, both pieces of media, transported him to another world, one where he could feel happy, if even for a fleeting moment. And, as if the universe wanted even more for him, Kyle met some lovely old people, all of whom treated him as the son they never had, making him feel like he had a family after so long. This eventually, helped him let go of his trauma and turned him into the lovely soul he was always meant to be. But as fate would have it, these same people, wanted for Kyle to pursue his dreams because they saw the potential for greatness in him and the wonderous things he could go on to do, even if Kyle himself was oblivious to it. So, in an effort to make his dreams come true, they ended up gifting him a brand new chance, one that Kyle himself would only go on to realize after his untimely death in a fatal car accident. Now awake in the new world, still orphaned but with a brighter perspective on life, Kyle, armed with a System, another gift from his loved ones in the previous world, decides to take the chance to pursue his dreams of being a star, one that he was unable to pursue in his previous life due to his lack of talent. This is the story of a man who will go on to become the most versatile and renowned superstar all over the world... and it starts, just as he takes his first step into the cutthroat world of fame and fortune by registering for the popular singing reality TV competition, 'Rising Voices'. Known to be a fiercely competitive TV show, Kyle will meet with top contestants from around the world, go up against them, level up and become better, and ultimately, battle with them for the number one spot in the show as a dark horse! --- |AUTHOR NOTE| Just wanted to make it clear, that the singing competition which will be the first arc of the novel, will end around the late twenty-ish or early thirty-ish chapters. After that, you can expect so much more from the story so look forward to it! Also, although the setting is in a parallel world, all the songs, scripts and movies (although I will draw inspiration here and there), will be originals penned by yours truly (-‿◦).
Caeruleum_ · 2.1M Views

The Only Beauty In The Spiritbeasts Realm

Aoife Belle Cosmo, a talented ballet dancer with unique features, grapples with the immense pressure from her mother, who sees her as a perfect reflection of her ambitions. Despite her success in competitions, Aoife feels suffocated by expectations and struggles with her identity. After a challenging performance, she is met with her mother's harsh criticism, leading her to seek refuge with her grandparents in the woods. During her time in the forest, Aoife enjoys a sense of freedom as she explores nature with her grandfather, learning valuable survival skills. However, their adventure takes a dangerous turn when they encounter a pack of wolves. In a moment of desperation, Aoife is pushed to escape and ultimately falls off a cliff into a waterfall, where she experiences a bittersweet acceptance of her life and the weight of expectations. When she awakens in a mysterious cave, Aoife discovers she has entered the Realm of Spiritbeasts, a magical world where animals possess unique powers. Guided by a system which look like a panda named Moonbeam, she learns that she must forge bonds with male Spiritbeasts to survive and influence this new society using her knowledge from Earth. Embracing her new adventure, Aoife sets out to find a settlement, determined to navigate the challenges ahead and carve out her own identity beyond her mother's expectations. With hope and resolve, she begins her journey in this extraordinary realm, ready to discover her true self.
LAZzyHeArT · 2.4K Views

The Reluctant Crown

Synopsis In the grand halls of Averleigh Palace, a competition unlike any other unfolds. By royal decree, the firstborn daughters of noble families must compete for the honor of becoming Crown Prince Alexander’s bride. The trials will test their grace, wit, and resilience, but behind the glittering facade lies a court filled with secrets, ambition, and betrayal. Lady Evelyn has no desire for a crown, nor for the hand of a prince she has never met. With dreams of pursuing medicine rather than royalty, she refuses to play into the expectations of a future queen. Forced into the competition against her will, she vows to fail every trial and return home as soon as possible. But when a moment of fate places her at the center of the royal family’s attention—saving King Aldric’s life during a crisis—Evelyn finds herself in the spotlight she desperately wanted to avoid. The king favors her. The prince begins to take notice. And the other contestants? They are seething with resentment. Yet, unknown to all, Prince Alexander harbors a secret—a love outside the palace walls, one that could unravel the entire selection process. As tensions rise and betrayals unfold, Evelyn must navigate a world of power plays and whispered alliances, all while resisting the undeniable pull between herself and the very man she swore never to love. But in a game where hearts and thrones are at stake, can she truly escape her destiny? A tale of duty, defiance, and unexpected love, The Reluctant Crown is a royal romance where winning the prince’s heart may be more dangerous than losing it.
Juliet_Ilo · 2.1K Views

the universe owes her nothing

In the year 4367, space is no longer the final frontier—it’s a playground for the rich, a network of luxury stations, high-stakes casinos, and floating estates orbiting the dying planet below. Earth, overcrowded and crumbling under political chaos, is a prison for those who can’t afford to leave. The universe belongs to the powerful. Or so they think. Emerald Voss never asked for a legacy. She built her own fortune through a wildly successful startup, but her father’s name still looms over her—one of the wealthiest resort tycoons in the galaxy, a man who owns entire moons. She’s never had to fight for anything, never had to care about anything beyond the next exclusive party or million-credit business deal. But all of that changes when one reckless, sleep-deprived decision leads her to stumble—half-conscious and starving—into the office of Lumina Zevaris. Lumina is a Krexal, a hulking reptilian warrior-diplomat feared across the stars. As one of the galactic ambassadors, she holds the fragile peace between humanity and the ancient alien civilizations that barely tolerate them. Cold, calculating, and battle-scarred, Lumina has spent years ensuring that humans don’t push too far, don’t step on the wrong toes, don’t ignite a war they can’t win. But the war is already here. A shadow moves across the galaxy—something ancient, something powerful, something that sees humans and all their petty wealth as nothing more than fuel. The great space stations and their golden towers will burn. The rich will flee, but there will be nowhere left to run. And somehow, Emerald is at the center of it all. She doesn’t know why. She doesn’t know how. But the universe—cold, uncaring, and infinite—has chosen her. And whether she likes it or not, she’s about to learn that some things are worth fighting for. That money can’t buy survival. And that in the end, the universe owes her nothing. This is the universe owes her nothing by yours truly. This is for an english project lmao.
Chloe_Bryant · 1.6K Views

Bytes & Blades: Forge of Champions

In the bustling city of NeoTech, three high schools stand at the forefront of education, each known for producing top-tier students in their respective fields. Our story centers around a group of students who, despite being overshadowed by their more popular peers, find common ground in their passion for engineering, gaming, and logic. Meet Ethan, the tech prodigy from Edison High; Mia, the programming whiz from Turing Academy; Oliver, the strategic mind from Tesla Prep. Fate brings them together in an inconspicuous establishment known as "TechHaven" – a combination of a computer shop, a gaming café, and a study hub. Despite their diverse backgrounds, they share a hunger for knowledge, an affinity for technology, and a love for gaming. As they spend their after-school hours at TechHaven, the group forms a tight-knit team, leveraging their unique skills to tackle both real-world engineering challenges and virtual battles within "CyberSiege," a cutting-edge VRMMORPG that combines engineering puzzles with intense gaming scenarios. Their collective talents catch the attention of a renowned national competition, "Forge of Champions," where schools from across the country compete in a rigorous test of engineering prowess and gaming skills. The competition challenges teams to solve complex real-world problems and then translate their solutions into the virtual realm of CyberSiege. Facing skepticism from their peers and rivals, our group of underdog students decides to enter the competition. They navigate through engineering challenges, coding conundrums, and virtual battlegrounds, showcasing their resilience, creativity, and strategic thinking. Along the way, they encounter unexpected allies and rivals, including a formidable team from a prestigious school led by the charismatic but arrogant Ryan. As the competition intensifies, the group faces setbacks and internal conflicts, testing the strength of their friendship. Yet, with each challenge, they discover new facets of their abilities, unlocking potential they never knew they possessed. The boundaries between the real and virtual worlds blur as they navigate the Forge of Champions, a crucible that will either break them or forge them into true champions. In a climactic showdown, our team faces off against Ryan's formidable squad in both the engineering challenge and the final battle within CyberSiege. The outcome not only determines the winners of the competition but also serves as a testament to the power of collaboration, intelligence, and perseverance. As the underdogs emerge victorious, they become unlikely heroes, inspiring a new wave of appreciation for the power of unconventional thinking and teamwork. The novel concludes with the group realizing that their journey was not just about winning a competition but about proving that wisdom and logic can triumph over popularity and stereotypes, leaving an enduring impact on NeoTech's academic landscape.
BlueEnigmaaa · 19.9K Views
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