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2025 WSA ENTRY !!!! When Isaac opens his eyes, he finds neither eternal rest nor peaceful reincarnation... but a descent into hell. He wakes up in a world identical to his own, except for one terrifying detail: portals filled with monsters are popping up everywhere, and if no one stops them within three days, the apocalypse is upon us. Here, only enlightened hunters - graded from F to SS - have the power to confront these nightmarish creatures. The problem? Isaac is an F-rank, an orphan with no future, condemned to survive in the shadows of the strongest. But one night, everything changes. His spirit is torn from this world and plunged into another, a veritable hell where humanity is no more than a herd of slaves under the yoke of dragons. Tortured and broken, Isaac soon understands one thing: this other world isn't just a nightmare... it's a warning. As he fights for his life, a miracle occurs: an enigmatic system enables him to steal the power of the monsters he slays. [*Ding* Would you like to absorb the physical stats?] Weak yesterday, predator today, he has but one goal: to unravel the mysteries of both realities and crush those who would see him fail. With a katana in hand and a secret burning in his soul, Isaac refuses to be a victim. If he wants to survive, he has only one option: become the ultimate hunter... before history repeats itself. If you'd like to discuss the book, I've set up a Discord server: https://discord.gg/sc4nWZwec2

After getting stranded in heavy rain, Zixuan and her five friends seek shelter in a mysterious bus station—one they swear was never there before. The moment they step inside, the entrance vanishes, trapping them in an endless, shifting nightmare. Paranormal creatures hunt them, and each room demands a deadly sacrifice. One by one, her friends begin to disappear in horrifying ways. Just when Zixuan thinks it's over, she finds herself back at the station. A neon sign flickers overhead: "Start Over." Will their nightmare ever ends?

A story of adventure and discovery. A story of bonds and fellowship. A story of mysteries and mantras. A story of a world only the brave dare to brave. The adventure of a happy young man, brave and strong. A lover of fun, one who understand the beauty of creation. A creature shrouded in enigma, as deep as the universe. The pursuit of mankind and all creatures in existence. A game of survival, a struggle for dominance. A contest of the brave.

Poetries I write, I am a beginner writer.

From broke outcast to billionaire overnight—Brentley Carter’s life takes a shocking turn when he inherits a fortune with one condition: marry Claire Harris. Thrust into a world of power, betrayal, and hidden truths, he must prove his worth while uncovering a legacy far greater than money. But when a buried secret threatens everything, Brentley faces the ultimate choice—fortune or love? Warning: No Cheat Systems or leveling up; this is a pure urban novel. This novel is a work of fiction, any resemblance to real life events or franchises is purely coincidental.

Meet Yuki Homura! A 15-year-old high school first year from Neo-Tokyo, Japan in the year 2072. The world has felt the effects of nuclear war. One effect of the war was super-powered human beings! Go. All. Out: X-VERSE.

[Mature Content] The inevitable time has come where Earth is meeting its end. Earth was no longer worth its value after the last apocalypse. Now, humans take their place among the stars with other galaxy leaders. Even in the galaxy, the apocalypse remains. But only those who awakened are allowed in Earth's new Eden, a massive warship for protection. Trent was an ordinary mechanic, with no hope of getting into the new Eden, nor could he afford the ticket pass. Just when he thought he would die on Earth, a massive warship crashed in his backyard. It didn't belong to aliens or the Eden Corps. Rather, it belonged to a crew of beautiful females, and he was the only mechanic capable of fixing their ship. "Say I repair your ship... you make me your captain, and of course, that includes anything I want as a captain." A single mechanic, taking down thousands of warships with ladies occupying his bed? I never thought I could do it, but I'm doing it.

A young girl begins to discover a past she never knew. Mya must fight to become strong enough to know who she is and protect herself and those she loves. Her adventures are full of recklessness, confidence, and rivalry. Watch her succeed.

In this world, ascending to upper realms was a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. However, a devastating war led to a change in the rules. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

"I found you at last Chosen one. And how fortunate I am....... You're still a child. I've been searching for you for centuries now!" he said menacingly "But..... But why?" she asked trying to sound as firm as she could "Oh. And untrained child. Even better. You see.... let's just say you have something that I want. And I'm prepared to take it. Even if it means doing it by force" he said. Everything went black Lily grew up as a normal girl, living with her single mother in a cottage in the forest. She always asked why she had to study a lot and couldn't go out of the forest and her mom always replied "You just have to" or "You'll find out Someday" She accepted and didn't pursue it further. But curiosity got the best of her, and one day, she left the forest. Sparking a chain of events that would give her life a 180° turn, as she discovers secrets, hidden bloodline, a destiny she didn't even know of. And much more

A manifestation of my belief in love and life through lyrics and verses.

Hannah is in her late 20s but she's still a virgin despite having dated a couple of men. She is determined to find the right man tonight, but her birthday night takes her to the rollercoaster ride of her life when she meets Tony Rodriguez, the man involved in many affairs with top-notch women, and also her boss!

When Tristan's family moves to a decrepit mansion in the middle of nowhere, they're hoping for a fresh start. But the house has secrets—thirteen doors adorned with ancient symbols, promising him an impossible wish. As Tristan navigates the twisted halls, he faces supernatural trials that mirror his darkest fears and deepest regrets. In a chilling twist of fate, he discovers that the final key lies within a devastating sacrifice. Can he be free of his past or will he die trying? With so many strange things happening around the house, cryptic messages and strange people turned up at the house, revealing secret after secrets in the course of time. How far would you go? Website link: https://daylightmoon.b12sites.com/ discord username: daylightmoon Ko-fi username: https://ko-fi.com/daylightmoonwrites#paypalModal Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/daylightmoon123445/membership Youtube channel: Daylightmoon writes

['Good people die young.' That was an irrefutable fact. In her life, all she did was give everything she has to the people around her. Living in a world where man-eating creatures exist, she was more blessed than anyone, or is she? She shares all the things she possesses with the people she deemed as 'comrades.' She became selfless and ignores her desires because maybe, even if they live in a scary world, they could have joy in it even just a little bit. But she was soon proved wrong. Her 'comrades' left her to be eaten to save themselves. She thought that it was fine. But the 'monsters' she expects to eat her were more of 'devils' in the humans' clothing. She was tortured, experimented and she toyed mentally, physically, and spiritually. Her being was put in place worse than death. And finally, she came to rest.] "You wrote...this story?" she asks. The other person laughs crazily: "It's so sad, right? Haha!" Her face darkens. She looks into the sky and calms herself. The other person became puzzled: "Do you remember your—" Bam! She smashed her friend's face to the table and fanned herself. In her first life, she lived only to be tortured and became someone else's stepping stone. In her second life, she came to know that her first life was nothing but a fraudulent novel, that she's only damn cannon fodder. When she opened her eyes again, it's already her third life. She blinks her eyes. How come it resembles the settings of her first life? "Groans.." ...It's the same, but it seems like something changed in the gender department?

In a world filled with competing empires, kingdoms, and republics, magic and political power become the primary weapons in the fight to control the destiny of humanity. The Aurelthia Empire, the strongest empire that ruled a single continent, forced the smaller kingdoms to pay tribute and submit under their iron law. However, behind the splendor and power, ancient secrets and mysterious prophecies threaten the stability of the world. Cillian Griff and his other friends who survived the destruction of their refuge by Aurelthia's minions, part ways with promises to meet again and form a rebel organization as an adult. Years later, they lead "God's Decree Law", an organization that aims to overthrow the empire and create a new, just world. they fought hard until they got their degrees and became prominent figures, but their ambitions will remain unchanged because basically they became like this In order to become an absolute power to fight against the Empire and the kingdom. Set against the backdrop of a world rich in culture, magic and history, this story tells of the struggles of Cillian and his Colleagues against the tyranny of the empire. They must face internal conflicts, betrayals, and dark secrets about the world's and their own past. Will they succeed in creating a new world, or become a victim of an inevitable Forecast?

One day during January 2023, a chest named "Pandora's Box" was opened, causing Yokai, Oni, Mythical Beast, and more to be brought out into the world, and that's where Kaden, a 15-17 highschooler who opened the chest, and Glutton, A monster who was wrongfully trapped in pandora's box, plan to stop them and to bring the world back to normal!

Hu Seungwoo’s life is coming to an end. With only days left, he says goodbye to the game Grow Castle and its community, which has been his escape and passion. As he logs out one last time, he wishes for just one thing: to live again in a healthy body. When he opens his eyes, he finds himself in the world of Grow Castle, not as a player, but as a living part of it. Now, Seungwoo must face real dangers and challenges in the kingdom he once defended, using his knowledge of the game to shape this new world. With his strategy skills, can he rise to become a legend, or will this new life be harder than any game? The final logout was just the start.

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

The Book of Poetry is a collection of poems written by me about my lost love Nyla. For more information, Nyla is just an imagination of mine who is not alive nor dead. But I'm still waiting for her even though i know she won't come.

"Love's Poet" is a poignant narrative that delves into the intricacies of a relationship, where love and pain coexist. The protagonist, embodying the role of a poet, navigates the highs and lows of love, encapsulating their journey through verse. Despite enduring hurt and misunderstanding, the poet's unwavering devotion leads them to seek understanding and forgiveness, crafting their emotions into beautifully crafted lines. Through the power of poetry, they immortalize the essence of their love, transcending the challenges they face. As the tale unfolds, "Love's Poet" becomes a testament to the enduring strength of love, where even amidst pain, the bond between two souls remains unbreakable.

After her twin sister is seriously injured by her so called husband, Chen Xio-Rui returns from the mountains to seek revenge and help her family get the justice they deserve. When she meets the infamous Fu Bichen she embarks on a path of destruction, making him and those close to him pay for her sister with help from an unlikely source. or will she find out things about those closest to her that will turn her against everything she has tried to protect

Fu-ko, a disillusioned 16-year-old, wakes up in a world that feels grey and lifeless, his every day a repetitive blur. His sense of isolation deepens as he drifts through dull classrooms and suffocating hallways, numb to the people around him. That is, until one day, he encounters Marin, a vibrant, energetic girl whose presence cuts through the grey like a bolt of lightning. Her colorful energy infuses the world with life, and in a fleeting moment of connection, Fu-ko feels something he hasn’t in years.

Woken up with no memories, mind in a vague haze, can Yugo find purpose to his existence? His life up to this point had been brutal, spending his time locked away in a room that might as well have been his coffin, undergoing pain after pain, trial after trial. Perhaps he could escape his confines, but that was a long shot away.

ホムラ由紀に会え！2072年にネオ東京から高校1年生になった15歳。世界は核戦争の影響を感じている。戦争の影響の一つは、超能力を持った人間でした！行け。すべて。アウト。(X - V E R S E: 2023.5.7)

The world is an ever-changing place. Right now, the world is truly changing, either from the worst or for the best. In the year 2450, humanity has enter the world of the future but suddenly, the world shook and rumble for an unknown reason. This earthquake has a Richter magnitude scale of 10. Which is the strongest earthquake in the time of humanity as all believed to be mortifying turned to the worst. The earthquake is also known as 'Super Quake' rumbled the entire earth that lasted for 5 months. Fortunately for humanity, we have developed enough technological resources to launch 3/4th of the population to space but the 1/4th who has been left on Earth, unfortunately,  faced an inevitable death As belief to be the end of mankind, everybody has thought that the earth has ended but as they continue to observe from far away, they saw the earth increase in size forming new tectonic plates and new land began to develop mysteriously expanding earth. Humans continue to observe the earth and like 5 months pass, the Super Quake has finally ended and the earth is now the size of Jupiter making it a new super planet. Seeing that the world has become quiet again, the humans in space returned to their homeland only to find out that not only has almost every man-made infrastructure fallen to ruin, the new landmass formed by the quake made new materials that has never been discovered by humans and not only that,  creatures have evolved to monsters that feed on flesh. These monsters are variants of mutation and evolution. Countless casualties had occurred in the first years of humanity but as we continue to discover and learn about the new materials and monsters, humanity had finally given a foothold to restart again by building a new and more advanced civilization that plans on subjugation to all monsters that may come to a threat to humanity. 60 years have passed, the world has changed since then. Kal a sixteen-year-old Filipino teenager has lived alone ever since his father mysteriously disappears in a hunt. He didn't have any money or job to cope with his daily expenses so, at a young age, he decided to register as a hunter. He has no good background, education, or talent at all, no one had dared to help him so he remained alone. This made hunting harder, he almost died countless times by average monsters and even the weakest ones would cost him a broken bone or two. Because of his bad record, he was considered the weakest hunter and became a laughing stock to all the hunters causing him to suffer more than he had already been. One normal day, while hiking in the mountains, he stumbled upon a mysterious crystal. After obtaining this crystal, he heard a soft bell ringing in his head, [HUNTER REGISTERED, WELCOME HUNTER KAL] A mysterious window panel suddenly appeared in his eyes.

The whole world descended into chaos after the Olkon race invaded earth. the world was reduced to bloodshed and ashes. Mark gifted with a little bit powerful ability to see glimpses of the future tries to avoid trouble at all cost but it seems the universe never willed upon him, a Peaceful life