Captain Mizuki

They said humanity’s curiosity would be its undoing—and they were right. When researchers unearthed an ancient altar, they didn’t just awaken a secret. They opened a gate, unleashing nightmarish swarms of entomorphs. Enormous, unrelenting bugs. The world’s mightiest nations fell one by one, their weapons useless against the insectoid invaders. Just when all hope seemed lost, an unexpected source offers humanity the power to fight back. — “O holy spirit. I, Ray Foster, hereby ask you to make a contract with me and help me cleanse the world.” The cat replied, “I accept.” They felt their spirit lines merging, and the cat said, “Now, the final step. Give me a name.” Ray looked at the cat and said after a while, “Yuki.” — They called him a failure. “Spiritless Sage.” A Jaeger in training with unmatched spirit energy, yet no spirit to bond with. Now armed with Yuki's power, Ray must rise through the ranks of Jaegers, face impossible odds, and cope with loss and betrayal. But with the entomorphs growing deadlier and secrets lurking in the shadows, their journey is just beginning. In a world on the brink of extinction, the fight for survival demands more than strength—it demands spirit.

"Kings rise from blood and fire, crowned amidst chaos; the masses kneel and chant beneath the throne. Fate is never merciful for love, nor just for greatness—the law of the jungle reigns supreme. The cannon’s sole purpose is to measure the breadth of the realm; within its range lies the only truth. And in this age of maritime dominance, where colossal ships and roaring cannons dictate the course of history, the ultimate truth is simple: Take it all! 'Wait! What horrors lie beyond the sea? Retreat, retrea—ahhh!' The great beings of the previous era have long been buried in the annals of epic, while ignorant mortals rise, polishing their cannons and setting sail. Yet, though the times have changed, they have not changed completely. With a [Captain’s Log] in hand, Byron plunges headfirst into this mysterious, savage, blood-soaked... and crumbling age of maritime exploration. Surviving the War of the Roses, he ascends to the extraordinary through the blood of the seafaring pirates, climbing the [Ladder of Glory]. With his [Iron Law of Sovereignty: The Pirate Code], he commands the seven seas, crowned as [The Wild Hunt: The Bloodthirsty Storm King]. Only then does he realize that this sinking azure world may need... a new captain!"

She loved once. It destroyed her. She won’t make the same mistake again. Mizuki Wolfe should have had it all—the perfect love, the perfect life. But love, as she learned, was nothing more than a cruel illusion. In her first life, she gave her heart to the wrong man, trusted the wrong people, and paid the ultimate price. When she died, she carried nothing but regrets. Then she woke up—alive. A second chance. A new life. And this time, she knows better. Now, Mizuki has one rule: never fall in love again. She walks away from her engagement to billionaire Pablo Rossi without a second thought. She plays matchmaker, ensuring he ends up with someone else. The world watches in shock, but no one dares to ask the real question—why? Because if they did, they’d never believe the answer. Then came HIM. A rockstar with a voice that sends shivers down her spine. A pair of mismatched eyes—one gold, one blue—that seem to see everything. K is the kind of man who sings of soulmates, who believes in fated love as if it’s a force stronger than time itself. And the moment he lays eyes on Mizuki, he knows. She is his. But Mizuki doesn’t believe in fate. She’s lived this life before, and she refuses to repeat the same mistakes. Only… fate doesn’t seem to care what she believes. And neither does he. A battle of heart versus destiny. A love that wasn’t supposed to happen—again. Will Mizuki’s walls finally break, or will K learn that even soulmates can slip through fate’s fingers? A story of second chances, soulmates, and the impossible fight against destiny. ---------------------------------------------- “Miss Mizuki,” he greeted, his voice deep and smooth, the kind of voice that belonged in an expensive whiskey commercial—or better yet, a lover’s whisper. Mizuki blinked. Then again. Her mouth opened to respond, but what emerged was less “hello” and more “garbled wheeze.” Lizbeth, her ever-loyal assistant, jabbed her sharply in the ribs. “Hey,” she whispered, her tone sly, “I think the leading man just fell in love with you at first sight.” “Shh!” Mizuki hissed, her face heating up. She tried to regain her footing, figuratively and literally, but managed only to trip over her own feet. She lurched forward, arms flailing in what she hoped looked like an intentional movement. K, lightning-quick, caught her before disaster struck. His hands were firm yet gentle as they steadied her. Up close, those stunning eyes were even more hypnotic, and the faint scent of cedar and rain seemed to linger around him. “Are you all right?” he asked, his lips quirking into a smile that somehow managed to be both kind and devastatingly alluring. Mizuki’s brain short-circuited. She realized she was still clutching his arms and yanked herself back so fast she almost stumbled again. Lizbeth leaned closer, whispering gleefully, “You okay? Your heart’s racing.” “I want to run,” Mizuki muttered, barely moving her lips. “What?” Lizbeth asked, her grin widening. “I want to run,” Mizuki repeated in a fierce whisper. “Far away. To another country, maybe.” Lizbeth snickered. “Flight at first sight, huh?” “Yes!” Mizuki hissed, shooting a panicked glance at K, who was still watching her like she was the only thing worth noticing in the entire room. His gaze was so warm, so intense, it could have melted steel—and definitely her composure. She shot a look at Lizbeth, who was no help at all, and then at the nearest exit. She was already planning her escape. Update Schedule: Start February 14, 2024 Update: daily at midnight follow me on IG: @schreient_rui Like the story? gimme coffee :D https://ko-fi.com/schreient

"It felt like every cell of my body was purposefully made to one day defeat Edward Junior Chernyshevsky-Coleman. I had every desire to be better than him. To be stronger, smarter and more loved. It was maddening; a desperate plea for survival. I was on the right track... That was until his eyes met mine and he looked at me the way he did. At that moment I felt like I would die." Connor Leandre Rennison and Edward Junior Chernyshevsky-Coleman. Deputy Captain and Captain. Rugby Royalty and the son of the world's richest man. Fire and Ice. Sworn enemies from the first moment they laid sight on each other. Yet is that all they really are or is their hatred a cover for something more passionate. Something that could burn them both alive and leave them to be nothing but ashes. The third installment of the 'In Love series' by Matli_Unicorn. Check out Edward In Love and Ethan in Love to follow the 'Chernyshevsky-Coleman' family on their journey of love.

Shin Kinghad is a kid that had been abducted and trained by a powerful underworld organization since he was three years old. After six years, he was rescued by the Special Forces during their operation against that organization and was adopted by the captain of the Special Forces. Since then, he treated the son and daughter of the captain as his own brother and sister. Years later, he joins the greatest VRMMORPG of all time, [Destiny's Fate] online, due to repeated invitations from his brother. He creates havoc inside the game as he climbs his way from being a beginner player to a peak class expert. But as he grew up, he became curious about his real identity and his biological parents. He tried to investigate it with the help of his brother and best friend. And after discovering his real background, he decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and stood at the peak of the world using his Martial-Art Skills and Mentalism Techniques.

Embark on an epic journey with Captain Demetrius and his diverse crew as they battle Trolls, face off against the Giant, and confront the Evil Lord threatening their world. With each member showcasing unique abilities and facing personal trials, the crew's unity is tested as they uncover family secrets, acquire new powers, and prepare for a final showdown. Join them in a thrilling adventure filled with action, mystery, and camaraderie as they strive to save the world and discover their true strength.

This is a story of a captain of a secluded place and a gorgeous female celebrity—both who would hardly cross paths but a collision in Tibet sets an opening to their encounter. Upon their first encounter, Wenxian already has her eyes set on Captain Lu—her mouth drooling with desire. Wenxian, “Hmm? How can I win over your heart? In a plain sack or using sweet talk?” With a cigarette in his mouth, Lu Xiao scoffs. “You are an impressive and popular celebrity, I am only a captain at this secluded place. I am very poor, what is it in me that you like about?” Wenxian, “I like how you always snub back at me.” Lu Xiao choked and walked away heartlessly. “You are shameless, don’t even dream about it!” The next day, he said, “It's all because you were carried away by a whim?” Wenxian, “No, hatching a scheme.”

The stark-naked, handsome, young man looked intently at a winged reptile creeping in front of him, His lips, closed tight since setting foot in this new realm, began to move as words echoed in the shadowy realm of awareness. "It has been determined that the leaders of the plan and all related individuals are dead, communication with Earth has been completely severed. Transitioning to autonomous operation mode. Updating log-in name to the fully planned 'Li Lin'. Given the current situation, autonomous task B4 is selected." The boy, now known as Li Lin, paused briefly, his voice taking on a chilling edge as if from the depths of hell. "Infiltrate and invade the low-level civilization, colonize it, Earthify it." The ultimate weapon in the form of a young man, in this magical alien world, sensed a familiar scent - war. And so, he continued his mission.

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I thought being laid off from my job was the greatest of my worries but I just had to wake up in a ship's cockpit after my space game crashed. Now I have no map, no friends and no money. But that's ok, I've started from the bottom before! With my starter ship I will scour through space as a Mercenary and maybe even start up a Mercenary Company while I'm at it! This ain't my first rodeo in space after all! Except... Apparently my crew members are weird? The guy who bumped into me yesterday was found sliced up and floating outside the space station. The girl who tried to honeytrap me was reported missing with only a finger found in an alley. And then that merchant who scammed me had his entire ship blasted into bits by unknown vessels the very next day. Some people say my crewmates were behind it but they must be mistaken, right? I only know one thing for sure... In space, no one can hear you scream... *** Notes: Any R-rated scenes will be denoted by a '*' followed by an 'R' with the number of 'R's showing how much of it is R-rated. '*R' would be around 25%, '*RR' would be about 50% and '*RRR' would most likely be the entire chapter. Also, gene splicing and cybernetics exist in this story. What does that mean? MC is a futa for one and there's going to be other futas showing up as well. You can join our discord through this link: https://discord.gg/CRrb56c

A story of four protagonists each with a mysterious ability trying to find out how to use them for good

Mizuki is a young man who is just looking to do the right thing. In modern-day japan, magic runs rampant and has changed everyday life, sometimes for better and sometimes for worse. The good and evil clash on the daily in a constant struggle. Only pro heroes stand in the way to prevent the regular everyday man from being crushed underfoot. All is well for the heroes, but a large threat looms on the horizon... A mysterious masked man who wields unkown powers. The story is of a young struggling hero, Mizuki, finding his footing in a world of magic and war. He has to work alongside his friends and brother to do the right thing but also survive.

At Seisen Private Academy, where prestige and popularity dictate the social hierarchy, Haruka Nakamura exists on the fringes. A quiet first-year student from a once-wealthy family now struggling with debt, he focuses only on his studies and part-time jobs, uninterested in the fleeting dramas of high school life. Meanwhile, Mizuki Yoshida is the untouchable princess of the academy—elegant, intelligent, and admired by all. Confessions flood her daily life, yet she coldly rejects them, maintaining an unreachable distance from the boys who worship her. Their paths cross unexpectedly when Haruka takes up a housekeeping job to support his family—only to discover that the house he’ll be cleaning belongs to Mizuki. Unaware of his identity at first, Mizuki mistakes him for a girl, setting off an unusual dynamic between them. As Haruka observes Mizuki beyond the school’s fabricated spotlight, he begins to see the person behind the perfection. And Mizuki, drawn to his quiet resilience, finds herself breaking her own walls. But in a world where social status matters, and hidden wounds run deep, can an unnoticed side character truly change the life of the girl in the spotlight? A story of quiet connections, unexpected feelings, and a love that blooms away from the public eye.

Join my discord (A lot of details about the world, islands maps, pictures, explanations etc will be shared on it) : https://discord.gg/YUz8XYuHqX Donation/support : https://ko-fi.com/lucifersama42858 _____ Hestia Hellfire is a woman who grew up on a pirate island waiting for her mother's return as a captain. Her dream? To join her crew with her five other friends. Unfortunately, one day a letter arrives announcing the disappearance of the one she has been waiting for for 10 years. Eager for adventure and answers, and driven by the desire to find her mother, Hestia becomes Captain of her own crew, the Hysterics, and sets off in pursuit. In a world where some humans are endowed with gifts and the islands and seas are populated by strange creatures, read about the adventures of the Hysterics crew and their insane Captain. "Me ? I am neither good nor bad. Neither good nor evil. Neither worse nor better. I simply go where the sea wind takes me, always doing what I please." Seductive, sadistic, insane and ruthless but also protective and loving, be the first to experience the many twists and turns of her life. Wives, companions, animals, all will accompany her in her crazy adventure and the dangers that the pirate life represents. From simple woman to Captain and from Captain to Legend, one thing is sure, the Legendary Tale of Hestia Hellfire, nicknamed The Insane Devil, Captain of the Cerberus, is just beginning. _____ Tags+ : yuri / BDSM / evilMC / insaneMC / sadicticMC / harem / gore / R18 / family / torture / adoptedchild / action / comedy / slice of life / fantasticCreatures / fleetBattles / curse Author-San Lucifer Don't forget to check my other novel : The Legend of the ruthless Empress Freya (author's profile) UPTADE EVERY TWO DAYS Official cover made by @DangoAoi on twitter

The captain of the pirate’s ship stood shocked at what the vessel she and her crew overtook was hauling. Her heart pounded her boiling blood through her veins until she drew her sword and pointed it at the cargo. Something most awful, most forbidden, and most dangerous-- a merman. A demon of the sea. A monster. A horrible, yet beautiful, creature known for sinking ships or making deals to steal human souls. She knew very well such monsters were better off dead, after all her whole mission was to gather a crew and take down the mighty sea serpent who slaughtered her family. However, she paused as the merman before her suggested: what better weapon to have in her hunt for a monster than another monster? Can captain Brigit overcome her prejudices, work with, and accept the merman Esmerlin as he is? Can she and her crew accept that perhaps not all their allies are truly allies? And can she finally get her revenge on the great sea serpent that destroyed her life all those years ago? Questions that can only be answered as this swashbuckling adventure unfolds.

You can NEVER run from destiny. This world needs a SACRIFICE to live. Will you still save YOURSELF? Meet Seraphyne Lycanwood, a master chef who unexpectedly finds herself transmigrated into the mesmerizingly futuristic world of Sinalta. But this isn't your typical fairy tale. She steps into the role of a stepmother and weds the enigmatic Alpha, igniting a whirlwind of secrets and intrigue that even her culinary expertise couldn't prepare her for. Just when things couldn't get any more complicated, Seraphyne is unceremoniously thrust back to Earth. The carefully planned marriage proposal for her crumbles into nothingness, leaving her broken. Seeking comfort in her grandmother's home, she crosses paths with a gallant military captain and his son, who strangely addresses her as "Mommy." Little does she know that this chance meeting will alter her fate forever as she becomes entangled in the captain's hidden world. As these two parallel realms collide and the ominous specter of the Apocalypse looms ever closer, their destinies become intertwined in ways they could have never imagined. Will Seraphyne and her newfound allies have the power to avert the forthcoming catastrophe, or will they succumb to the inescapable forces that threaten to consume both worlds?

In a desperate bid to escape the chaos, and violence of Seoul, a deserting soldier, and single mother, Captain Kim Soo-Young, boards a train with her teenage daughter, Ji-Hyun. However, their journey takes a deadly turn when they discover that the train's passengers have been infected with a zombie-inducing virus through contaminated bottled water.

"If you had the chance to access any manga to gain its powers, which one would you choose?" Haruto Kibou, a young manga enthusiast, is suddenly transported to Celestaris, a magical world ruled by the Goddess of the Moon, Mizuki. Guided by the elven warrior Yuna, he must face mysteries, challenges, and dangers that will test his resolve. Will he find his place in Celestaris and face the destiny that awaits him?

"Si tuvieras la oportunidad de acceder a cualquier manga para obtener poderes, ¿cuál elegirías?" Haruto Kibou, un joven amante del manga, es transportado inesperadamente a Celestaris, un mundo mágico regido por la diosa de la luna, Mizuki. Guiado por la elfa Yuna, deberá enfrentarse a misterios, desafíos y peligros que pondrán a prueba su determinación. ¿Podrá encontrar su lugar en Celestaris y enfrentar el destino que lo espera?

This story is about a boy that saw his parents get massacred and is now working on his fighting skills to take revenge upon the tyrannic and oppressing kuroyami aku no alongside yagumi aku no ,sensei gaara ,mizuki ,rosemary etc.

Captain Joe Bower, Berryville’s seasoned captain, starts receiving anonymous letters that hint at unsolved crimes from the past. The letters, meticulously detailed and eerily accurate, lead Joe on a twisted journey through a series of cold cases that have haunted their city and surrounding cities for years. The messages not only unveils a new piece of the puzzle but also exposes the dark underbelly of the city he thought he knew.

Yamamoto Genryūsai Shigekuni, the Captain-Commander of the Gotei 13, is isekai'd to a fantasy magic world after his death and gets reborn. Watch the journey of a god of fire rising in this new world as he reforms the Gotei 13 once again. (P.S. : What I mean by Gotei 13 here is the group of 13 captains only, not the entire organization.) Read Chapters in advance on Patreon: https://p@treon.com/Hkj822

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15 year old Mari Takara had been walking home from her evening cram school when she suddenly sees a motionless boy laying on the concrete! Little does she know that he was a captain in an up and coming gang in Osaka. Getting involved in with a gang was not part of her to-do list that night. Watch as this encounter transform Mari's ordinary life into a hectic, romantic and action-filled adventure!

Senior hockey captain Reya's spot on the ice is at risk when failing calculus threatens her eligibility. Sophomore transfer Zora, her rival for the right-wing position, steps in as her tutor, fueling tensions between them. When their clashes spill onto the ice, they're ordered to coach a Little League team together. As they navigate rivalry, teamwork, and unexpected chemistry, Reya realizes she's fighting for more than just her grades. She's falling for her competition too.

"Only the Liberator can repel the darkness of the land. The liberator, is you." Princess Kestra was told the war was ending, but she couldn't help but feel something was wrong. Her parents were hiding something. Drave, a captain in the army, has a different demeanor since he escaped capture. And the darkness in the land seemed to be growing. What was happening? What happens when a princess refuses to sit by and wait, meets an enemy who’s evil knows no limits?

Pedro del Santo Bello is the right hand of Captain Alonso, a respected officer in the Esparanza Empire’s navy. After living with his uncle in the empire’s colony, Nueva Havana, for years, Pedro joins the navy against his uncle’s wishes. Known as the “Corsair” for his skill in boarding ships rather than fighting with a sword, Pedro quickly rises through the ranks. His talent catches the attention of Captain Alonso, who recruits him to patrol the dangerous Gold Sea full of pirates, smugglers, and privateers. In the Gold Sea, Pedro’s job is to capture these criminals alive to face justice, as many have bounties on their heads. But he begins to questioning about the empire he serves.

NOTE: Vol.2-6 chapters are LONG (revisions pending). Total normal chapter count would be ~500 (as of Feb. 2025). When college physics student Mizuki Hakuto faces the obligatory bus-kun death of all isekai protagonists, he's brought face-to-face with a divine entity. When not mocking Mizuki, the so-called godling explains the nature of the universe – gods, godlings, mythical beasts, and more. Most importantly, magic is real. Just...not on Earth. Inspired by Earth's manga and having a penchant for drama, the godling offers him the opportunity to experience these things on a different world. The world is ruled by a strange god that treats it like a divine petri dish, and it's filled with interesting creatures the god collected from all across the universe. The god of this strange planet seems welcoming and helpful at first, but Mizuki quickly realizes that all is not as it seems in the magical world of Azura. Wielding science and newfound sorcery, Mizuki investigates the fundamental laws of magic, the nature of the divine, and more, but his progress is watched in secret by powerful forces. As he gains knowledge and power, and his darker nature is revealed, will the gods sit idly by? FAQ: Q – What's the overall tone of this story? A – It seems pretty lighthearted at first, but the trajectory of the story makes it progressively darker. I'd say the story takes itself fairly serious at times, but the characters' personalities lend to plenty of comedic dialogue. Especially in the lull between major events. Q – Isekai tropes? A – Yes. Some are leaned into, some are mocked, but most make an appearance in some form. Q – Is the MC's prior life relevant? A – Yes! The MC relies heavily on knowledge specific to Earth, and especially his science background. The MC trying to reconcile his scientific understanding from Earth with this newfound variable of magic is a major theme of the story. Q – How is the MC isekai'd? Is he reincarnated? A – In the most tropey way possible, of course. He gets hit by a bus. After dying, he's resurrected in his original body and sent to another world as an adult. Q – Is there slavery in this isekai? A – Yes, and it's not a pretty industry. However, the MC detests the slavery on Azura. The story won't shy away from the effect it has on the lives of those the MC meets. This will not be one of those stories where the MC virtue signals about how bad slavery is, but inexplicably keeps slaves of their own and it's painted as 'good' because the slaves are 'treated well'. Q – Is the MC overpowered? A – Absolutely, but this will change much later, as the story progresses. Q – Is this another self-insert isekai story? A – I certainly think it's true that the MC lacks personality early on in the series – it takes a while to learn much about his personal life on Earth or personality. We're watching an MC who seems to be a reactionary person on Earth, just going through the motions, necessarily develop more of a sense of self in a world where his actions are more consequential. Q – You tagged this as 'romance'...is there a harem? A – Yup. It takes a long time for the second romance to happen, and the harem always remains very small, but eventually it happens.

[Mommy Villainess (The Lady with the Crab Mallet)] *** [Original book cover. Artwork by Artist Michiro for WN Author sola_cola.] *** In Tilly's past life, she was a villainess who neglected her husband and son for power. Then, the "real woman of the prophecy" came and took them away from her. When she failed to seize the throne for herself, she was executed for all the crimes she committed. Then, came her rebirth. She wants to meet her son again so she vowed to be a good person this time. Good enough to seduce Captain Kiho--- her husband in her past life. But soon, she realized that flirting with the captain is the least of her worry. After all, she discovered that her "evilness" in the past was caused by the true villain--- someone who wanted her dead to steal the special power that she didn't know she possessed. Power that has something to do with the Four Ancient Beasts of the Moonchester Empire: The Red Phoenix, the Blue Dragon, the Golden Tiger, and The Black Serpent. Apparently, she's the Beast Priestess... ... and her lineage isn't supposed to exist anymore. Because of her blood, there are people who want her gone. So now, aside from having a happy life with Kiho and their son, she has a new goal: to burn down the b*tches who want to ruin her family again. *** [EXCERPT] *** [‘Why am I so horny tonight?’] Tilly thought to herself while sucking the crab leg suggestively. And then, she noticed that Captain Kiho gulped while staring at her mouth. [‘Ah, I’m not the only who’s hot and bothered here.’] She didn’t know if it was the alcohol in her system or her desperation to have a child… … but she suddenly felt like flirting with him. They were bound to get married and have a child together anyway. “Captain,” said Tilly as soon as she pulled the crab leg out of her mouth. “I can clearly see that we’re both attracted to each other. Shall we spend the night together?” Kiho remained pokerfaced but she saw panic cross his now glowing yellowish eyes. Ah, the captain was flustered. “My lady, you seem to be really drunk.” She walked towards him and when he didn’t move an inch, she stood in front of him and looked up at him with a grin. “Captain, are you the type of man who will only sleep with his betrothed?” “That seems to be the case, my lady.” He said that as if he was forcing the words out of his mouth. Plus, she could see in his eyes that he was conflicted– that it was hard for him to reject her. [‘Aw, I didn’t know that I have this kind of effect on my ex-husband.’] Or perhaps she just didn’t pay attention in the past. “Captain, I have a solution to your problem,” said Tilly in a playful voice. Then, she stood on her toes and whispered in Kiho’s ear. “Let’s get married.”