Common Chord Progressions

Karl, a young man stuck in a rough patch after losing his job and burning through almost all his savings, wandered through the cold, dark streets of Eldoria. On the damp, silent sidewalks, he stumbled upon something bizarre: an old gacha machine mysteriously appearing at every corner he turned, almost as if it was following him. Driven by a mix of curiosity and the overwhelming weirdness of the situation, Karl finally gave in and used his last bit of money on the machine. From the gacha ball, he pulled out a card with a barcode. Back in his cramped apartment, curiosity finally won over caution, and Karl scanned the barcode. To his shock, an app called "Common Sense Manipulation App" installed itself on his phone, claiming it could alter people's "common sense." ------ Support Me By Gifts or Power Stones -----

Melody in the Passing of Time In modern Japan, where each season sings its own story and music becomes the language of the heart, a young guitarist named Axel struggles to find harmony amidst loss and longing. Gifted with soulful melodies that echo his inner world, Axel’s life is steeped in bittersweet memories—the absence of his mother, the warmth of shared moments with friends, and the lingering notes of a past that still resonate. “Melody in the Autumnus” also means “Melody in the Passing of Time” is a richly woven tapestry of romance, music, and family legacy. It explores how the notes of the past echo into the present, how every chord of love and loss builds the soundtrack of our lives, and how, even as time marches on, the melodies that shape us remain ever-present—a timeless symphony that binds hearts across generations.

Joven, an AI that transmigrated here from the stars became a daughter of a rich family, lost in a rural village but finally returning home for a certain purpose. Everyone thought that she would be unrefined and lack culture given her poor upbringing... until the eldest Lu brother realized that his youngest sister was the one who casually agreed to the contract he just signed. Second Lu Brother: What? My younger sister invested in the movie I was leading? Mama Lu: The unlabeled products my daughter gave me are from a state-of-art research center? Papa Lu: The cheap stuff my daughter gave me is actually worth millions?! Big shots of various industries: Would you like to be an instructor? The type who earns over hundreds of millions? A certain conglomerate: Had enough fun yet? Now get back here and inherit your billion-dollar estate. Scumbags: Weren't we promised a pathetic wimp to bully? *** The day Li Hanzhou learned that Qiao Wen equaled him in net worth, he made inventory and put everything before her. "You can have all of these—plus one husband! Please sign here." Qiao Wen: "You're the one who insisted on no puppy-love. It's important to keep your promises." Mr. Li: #Urgent! How do I go back in time to slap my past self? I'll make it up to you with all the tenderness in the world.

Valerie, desire to be reborn as a dragon, completes a ritual to do so- only to find herself intruding on a cheat skill contest. Using only her species and her curse of a title, how far can she truly go? Female protagonist [common], Dragon protagonist [rare], Weak to strong to strongest [common], Self-insert power fantasy and proud of it Inspired off so I'm a spider so what, chrysalis, several dungeons and dragons games I've played, my love for the genre, and both the best and worst parts of how I've been treated. Releasing ideally every day!

A scholar from a fantasy kingdom adventures, progresses, and learns much about herself. Made for a nanowrimo some time ago, updated, and posted here. Porting to royalroad https://www.royalroad.com/profile/510990

The sky belongs to the strong. The weak are cast below. Arix has spent his entire life trapped on the surface, beneath the floating islands and continents of the Skyborn, watching the untouchable elite rule from above while the exiled mine Celestium like slaves. But he was never meant to stay Earthbound. When he stows away on the Nimbus, a stolen airship piloted by desperate exiles, Arix is thrust into a world of skyship battles, ruthless warriors, and forgotten legends. With no powers of his own and no place among the Skyborn, he must steal, outthink, and fight his way upward—one battle at a time. Yet the higher he climbs, the more the past catches up to him. The Skylord was thought to be a myth, a long-dead legend. But as Arix fights his way toward the heavens, whispers spread. The sky remembers him. And it wants him back. Progression System: Skyborn Hierarchy, Essence Mastery, Celestial War Relics Tropes: Underdog MC, Rogue Tactics, No System Aid, Aerial Combat Themes: Freedom vs. Oppression, Lost History, Found Family, Ruthless Progression The sky belongs to those who dare to take it. And Arix will take everything. ✅ Underdog MC with explosive growth potential ✅ Clear power system ✅ Skyship battles and large-scale progression stakes ✅ Mystery behind MC’s origins ✅ A fresh setting—sky-focused progression rather than dungeon-focused

Calia is one of the few magically gifted. Recently turned 19, she is forced to attend a magical academy by law and tradition. Betrothed to the son of a powerful noblewoman, she has no choice but to find a way out of her predicament. However, the academy isn’t as straightforward as it seems—devils lurk in the shadows. A special condition plagues her, requiring her to partake in sensual activities to ease her magic. Lewd moments ensue. This story contains many adult elements. Read at your own discretion. What to expect: Developing magic system Conspiratorial politics Sexy moments Lewd scenes Minor Xianxia elements Updates Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

[WSA 2025 Entry] [Progression-Fantasy | Overpowered | Kingdom Building | Monster Girls | Literary RPG Mechanics] [ACHIEVEMENT UNPRECEDENTED] [You have successfully embraced the Origin: Celestial Archive] [You have earned the talent: Summon (Rank E)] [You have been gifted the ability to summon a single SSS-Rank creature] [You have unlocked a new talent: Talent Copy] [You have summoned Amara - Night Queen (SSS-Rank)] [You have awakened the talent: Blood Monarch (Rank SSS)] In the Kingdom of Eirland, Hunters battle vicious monsters that emerge from mirror dimensions known as Events. Markus White awakens a Common Tier Origin, 'Scout', at the age of 15, dreaming of making it big as a Hunter. But Hunters like him are a dime a dozen, their efforts insignificant in the grand scheme. One day, while clearing an Event Rapture with his team, an unexpected incident leads him to encounter a dragon. Now armed with the Supreme Tier Origin 'Celestial Archive', which allows him to summon powerful Monster Girls, how will Markus use his newfound abilities? And what impact will his existence have on the world? --- Before reading this novel, I sincerely implore you to read the note I left in the auxiliary. That will give you an understanding of what you're getting into. Acknowledgement: The cover belongs to Author.

Cliche. Another monster progression story. That was probably what you thought when you read the title of my story. And, I can't lie, for the most part, it probably is. But, what else am I supposed to do when I've been thrusted into a world that could kill me in an instant? There's nothing to do but to progress, to devour and evolve. You would do the same too. Such is the basis of a monster. Such is the right of any living being. So that's what I did. I ate, I killed and I hoarded anything I could get my big limbs on. Friendship, allies and love? There used to be a little god calling himself "Heaven's Equal" who spouted of such things, before I ate him. The world went pretty quiet after that. Follow my story. Read for yourself how I evolved from a little monster in a lake I thought was the ocean, all the way into the Titan Of Destruction. What To Expect: - A relatively quick progression story - Ruthless, I mean - Fang Yuag levels - of ruthless protagonist. - A system? that grows stronger along with the protagonist - Big Monsters Duking It Out, with minimal humans/beastmen/elves, etc. . .focus. Basically, monsterverse without annoying ass humans ruining the show. - Did I mention that the protagonist was pretty evil?

Edward Harding was supposed to be nothing more than a mob character for an otome game known as Doki Doki Magical Love! (*Author cringing SFX*), but due to an accident, he started having headaches that unwillingly gave him weird and mysterious knowledge, that he couldn't comprehend at all. With that more than often useless knowledge in hand, lack of sleep, and good ol' ad-libbing, he would go on to accidentally mess with the game's story and its pacing. The concept is self-explanatory, and I don't think anything else needs to be said about it. It was already published on Wattpad, mostly because I didn't know how many chapters I would end up writing, and now that it's past the 10 chapters mark, I'll be publishing here from now on as well.

The Tower stands eternal - a labyrinth of worlds, power, and peril. No one has ever reached its peak. Eliard Grey, a humble librarian, is thrust into the Tower after bonding with the Codex, a sentient artifact capable of rewriting reality itself. With every trial, he gains power, facing deadly foes, ancient magic, and factions hungry for control. To survive, Eliard must grow beyond his limits, mastering the Tower’s secrets before it consumes him. Face the trials. Claim the power. Ascend. Support the story's creation and read 10 chapters ahead on Patreon. patreon.com/WyrmScholar

Ethan, a man from the modern world, awakens in a medieval land ruled by swords and magic. With no powers of his own, he refuses to be just another commoner. Instead, he wields the greatest weapon of all—knowledge. From the forge to the fields, he introduces steel stronger than any sword, machines that change farming forever, and ideas that shake the foundations of power. But progress breeds enemies. Nobles and warlords fear his influence, and ancient forces stir as the world resists change. With allies by his side and rivals in his path, Ethan embarks on a journey to revolutionize an entire world—one invention at a time. But in a realm where power is dictated by strength, can one man’s knowledge reshape destiny?

Upon suffering devastating wounds from a bunch of hellhounds he finally awakened his path. The path of a Faction Leader. Transferees from different dimensions are a common thing, awakening internal energy or being talented with magic are separate matters all together. Paths awaken for locals or transferees based on luck and multiple other factors, with some paths like Swordsman or Archer being a few of the more common ones. Let us join Arthur Khan as he builds up his own faction in a world that's trying to survive against a wave of demons.

Overnight, the world's common sense changed. But then... "It's common sense that erect penises are cared for with wet pussies, right?" "Customer, shall I milk it for you? Or would you like to milk it yourself?" "We promised when we were young! That I'd become your ona**le!" This is more enjoyable than I thought? Harem | Erotic | Incest

A guy who wanted lead a peaceful life by living an ordinary life gets taken into chaos by his suitor who was longing for him for his whole youth. A love story between two people who were trying to protect what they had the most and that is the only common thing between them.

As if it wasn’t enough to be hit on the head by my co-workers and boyfriend, I died at the hands of my gambling-addict older brother. Without even regretting my unfortunate death, I realized that I had possessed a supporting role in a romantic fantasy novel, which I just read yesterday. To be precise, a villainess destined to die at the hands of her husband. I know it’s cliché! ‘Possessed a villainess in a romantic fantasy novel! So this is what it feels like?’ I thought it was pretty good for the price of my unfair death. Until I realize that no matter what I do, I can’t deviate from the flow of the original. For the female lead Rizé, it’s a delightful cider series, but it’s nothing more of a bloody story for Edith, the villainess I possessed. I am the protagonist in my life. If I’m going to die according to the original story, I should at least kiss my super handsome husband! In the original story, Edith is greatly despised by her husband, but who cares, I’m going to die anyway. However… “You pretended not to be, but now you’re so hot to play with. Well, that’s good.” “Yes…?” “Satisfy me like Rigelhof’s serpent. Well, who knows? I might be interested in that body of yours.” …why is the original story starting to change now? ***** P/s: The cover are not mine. It’s from original author. Don’t use it without permission.

Maximus Caelum is a legendary figure in the history of Nimvarya. He is known for uniting the seven great kingdoms of the continent through his extraordinary power. After realizing his life was coming to an end, he climbed Mount Arkanis. He stuck the sword he had always carried with him on his person, crossed his legs, and died. But the god of peace, Seraphiel, sent his soul into the baby of a baker. What does this mean?

After the suspicious accident that had befallen King Bili, his son Prince Tatu ascends the throne as the only son of two children. As the investigation into his father's death progresses, forgotten family rivalries surface to cease the throne.

In a world filled with Vivens (zombies), with near minimal resources, but the common sense which most horror movie protagonists lack, join us, as our protagonists- literally evderyday commoners- paddle through the jaws of death incarnate. (pun intended). There will always be something new to learn and witness.

Leon lived an ordinary life like common folks in the modern world. Naive and normal he was, until he was sent to a different timeline, where he replaced Leon of that timeline. Not a modern world, but an ancient time for sure. The world was arcane for the boy, a world divided by classes of holy and commoners. Unfortunately, he wasn't a boy with a golden spoon in his mouth but rather a commoner like others. People in the holy class had the power akin to magic, but those in the lower class weren't that special. Like every story, Leon power aroused from slumber; an ordinary had awakened a power akin to what we call 'SSS LLevel.' When the authorities of Holy Palace found out, they enlisted him in their list of 'Hero'. Leon never cared. What he pondered all the time was to enjoy even this life. He wasn't transmigrated nor reincarenated. He ruminated about his purpose: 'why was he sent here?' at first, nothing surged in mind until his Heroic journey concluded; he had realized the purpose.

Dark, Fantasy. progressive ML For him, she was his world. or that's what he thought until someone else joined the picture.

COUNT OF SILTHS MANOR FOUND DEAD! Alexus Smith checks newspapers daily in wait because he knows one day, that will be headlines and frankly no one will be surprised. Count Alexus: Specialist murder fiend, and sorcerer it's not common to have him around but it's less common to have such a situation as magic deaths in a realm with the third lowest magic use. Yet magic and murder cases had been on the rise and Alexus had his hands full, working with a suspicious, foxy investigator isn't helping either. In attempt to balance out the crime wheel again and to have a night off finally, he dives deeper into a hole of mysteries and devious plans. Alexus believes that his death might be the least for worry when he's findings start haunting and revealing secrets that run deep into the human realm, and questions the truth of human existence

Marcus, a professional MMA fighter finds himself suddenly waking up in an RPG game he's played before. Due to his profession, he finds himself locked from all main weapons in the game. Can he reach level 80 with his martial arts, game knowledge and wit alone?

Null never wanted excitement,fame or even riches and a quiet, comfortable life a woman to call his own then a family to go along But every one at the age of 16 at least that was the common age but even those younger would be sent to Military school reason being they would be sent to war a Planetary war the Domineer's a alien humanoid species's that were supernatural in all aspects and humankind were at war,humankind began to progress immensely because technology from the Domineer's was scavenged then replicated The war caused 70% of humankind to be killed,yet there was hope as apprence of abilities starting from a lone soldier in despair activated his METAGENE'S making this man the first Meta-Human. These abilities appeared when a human is put under immense trauma and there able to teach this ability and even improve it.The war lasted 70 years and a very fragile treaty was made. That was 80 year's ago.The first time humankind met the Domineer's was 2039 AD December 22 and and the war started in 2040 AD January 10.And the first war ended at year 2045 and it was not the last. And now the year is 2120 AD. (Author's note:It will include a system.)

A common man fighting the corrupt government system

[ DING ] [ Common Sense Hijack System Activated ] ---- That notification was the start of a whole new life for Karl. He who just used to be working at a convenience store and always getting annoying complaints from customers and some shady words from his manager. Become a totally free man who can flip common sense upside down! ****** Cover by AI ------ Support Me By Gifts or Power Stones -----

Deep in a dark cave, on the far side of the hill cliff continent, laid a small 4-foot bat, with a proclivity for magic, and a burning passion for sorcery, but unfortunately for them. they were born in a death trap of murderous 9-foot-tall family members, ready to bite at her neck and eat her alive at any given moment, which was already a horror story in itself, but when she finds herself unable to progress and incapable of escaping, she ends up having to rely on her natural affinity for magic, and higher intellect to find her way out.

What kind of time travel is this? Not only am I poor and empty-handed, but I also have a useless sister. My wife even paid her way into the family? But, but she has already killed three men. What can relieve this worry? Only getting rich!!!

This is you're common story where our shut-in mc magically dies by a truck-kun and transmigrates into the novel which is written by the author who our mc hates the most