Graven Deep Mechanics

Jay’s life has always been ordinary—until the day his grandfather’s death. Living paycheck to paycheck as a convenience store cashier, Jay dismisses the strange sensations creeping into his life: whispers in empty rooms, shadows moving just out of sight, and a growing sense that he’s being watched. But when two strangers confront him with an impossible truth, everything changes. Victor and Alina claim his grandfather wasn’t just a reclusive old man but a member of a hidden order of assassins, and now, they need Jay to take his place. Thrust into a brutal world of secrets, betrayal, and violence, Jay must navigate a dangerous initiation while uncovering the truth about his family’s dark past. Caught between a destiny he didn’t choose and a world that refuses to let him go, Jay faces a question that will define his life: can an ordinary man survive among killers?

James, a brilliant mechanical engineer and passionate history enthusiast, loses his life in a tragic house fire—only to find himself in a mysterious world as the ruler of an island nation. Armed with his modern knowledge and unwavering ambition, James embarks on a bold mission to industrialize his kingdom and build an empire on which the sun never sets.

In a future where the line between reality and virtual reality is all but erased, RPG games reign supreme. A young programmer, driven by an intense urge to escape poverty and an unwavering dream, pours his soul into creating Bloodbound Ascension, a ruthless online game. But his journey ends tragically when exhaustion claims his life, only for him to awaken within his own creation as an NPC trapped in one of its deadliest Towers. Armed with the knowledge of every trap, secret, and monster, he must navigate the brutal world he designed, struggling to survive against other NPCs and the merciless mechanics of Bloodbound Ascension. In a realm where the line between creator and creation no longer exists, can he rewrite his fate, or will his masterpiece become his tomb?

Earth is the human civilization’s cradle, but humans cannot possibly live within its cradle for eternity. In 2264, the first deep-space colonization spaceship of human civilization leaves the solar system and enters the boundless darkness… Zhang Yuan, son of the man behind the spaceship’s main control system, is one of the half a million volunteers to embark on the 20 light-year journey to a new planet. Follow Zhang Yuan on his journey of gaining new knowledge, exploring the unknown, and finding out what's the secret behind the intelligence enhancer his father left him.

In the 21st century, a young judge time-travels to another world. Here, martial arts are evergreen, and myriad schools compete for dominance. Confucianism: Immense righteousness, impervious to all laws. Legalism: The power of rules, the law follows the word. Military strategists: The power of conquest, invincible in battle. Mohism: Ingenious mechanics, ordinary humans rivaling gods. Yin-Yang school: Numerology and the five elements, seeking divination, pursuing good fortune, and avoiding disaster. ... What's this? The Legalists grow stronger by adjudicating cases? Li Nuo, who has just vowed to advocate for the people and eliminate the corrupt, discovers that his father is the greatest villain in the court. Faced with countless enemies seeking revenge against his father, Li Nuo says he only needs one sentence. 'My lady, guard me!'

After the world's annihilation, it was rebuilt. Upon the edge of a perilous cliff, skyscrapers rose anew. Those called the Chosen thrived behind the scenes of reality, walking in the shadows of history, wielding extraordinary powers, and receiving admiration and reverence. Some say they are fated by destiny, one in tens of thousands. Yet Ji Jue has no interest in such destiny. He only wishes to one day, see the scenery that lies beyond destiny. '...' The chronicler paused the pen here, looking at the greasy-handed mechanic: 'So, this is your reason for disrupting the international order, trafficking forbidden weapons, funding subversive organizations, inciting a polar war, and plotting to secretly rule the world?' 'It's none of my damn business!' Ji Jue rolled his eyes, 'I'm just a damn mechanic!'

Duncan Abnomar was transmigrated to a magical world. Most of the lands of the world had sunken, and the surviving humans could only live on islands. Due to an unknown reason, the world was also contaminated and strange phenomena and things would randomly appear. Humans had developed steam gear technology, and the islands were connected through boats. They survived by studying strange phenomena that happened all around the world. However, as the captain of a scary-looking ghost ship, Duncan was facing a huge challenge. "How the heck do I steer this ship?" Highly recommended by experienced editor: MC is transmigrated to a world mostly covered in water and far from civilization. He becomes the captain of the ghost ship, the 'Homeloss'. He steers through the fog and adventures through the broken world and the unknown deep sea. As he discovers the ruins of abandoned civilization, he would also stumble into the war between the strange phenomena and the devil gods. The story takes place in a combination of ocean and Chutly mythology world, a new and interesting background. It’s an attractive story to read due to the author’s sense of humor and mastery over the ambiance of the story. --------------- Another-style introduction: "On that day, a thick fog engulfed everything. On that day, he became the captain of a ghost ship. On that day, he crossed the dense fog and faced a completely overturned and shattered world – the former order was completely gone, and peculiar phenomena dominated the endless seas beyond civilized society. The island city-states and the fleets challenging the sea have become the only lights of civilization left, while the shadows of old days still lurk in the deep sea, waiting to devour this dying world again. But for the new captain, there's only one pressing question – Does anyone know how to sail this damn ship?!"

In the vast universe, the birth and death of a galaxy is nothing more than a flash of mottled light. Looking up at the starry sky, there is always a sense of sadness that the ending is predetermined. Where will you and I be thousands of years later? The country, the fire of civilization, and the earth are nothing more than a speck of dust in the deep space. The starry sky is a moment, and the human world is a thousand years. The chirping of insects is only autumn, and you and I are fighting for it. What is at the end of the deep space?

Born into a noble family but cast aside due to his lack of talent, a young baron is sent to manage a remote, neglected territory bordering the dangerous Warcraft Forest. Despite initial despair, he discovers a unique system that provides him with knowledge and resources. Using this, he embarks on a journey to reform his barony, introduce new technologies, and master magic. As he transforms his forgotten land, he begins to build a powerful empire, setting him on a path to reshape his world.

Everyone knows the classic Cinderella story. A prince who falls in love with a commoner and unintentionally rescues her from her abusive household. But… What if Cinderella were a prideful young man, and the prince… was a princess who could barely admit her own feelings? Oh. The things people will do for love. The illegitimate son from the Xie family is laughed at the aristocratic circle. Proud, aloof, and undeniably rude, he’s everything but likable. His only saving graces are his unmatched grades and a face that could stop traffic. Yang Qinru, the "tyrant" of Imperial Academy, is no damsel in distress. With a bat in one hand and wit sharp enough to cut steel, she’s both feared and respected. But behind her rebellion is a girl who’s unafraid to take what she wants—even if it’s someone as infuriating as Xie Xinglin. ... "You’re kind of cute,” Yang Qinru mumbled, her cheeks betraying her with a faint pink hue. "What was that?" Xie Xinglin looked up, frowning. "I said you look like you crawled out of a garbage can!" she snapped, cheeks flaming as she spun on her heel and stormed off. Later, Wang Ye leaned in with a sly grin. "Boss, you into him? Like, fantasizing-about-him kind of into him?" Yang Qinru shot him a glare. "Like who?" "You know… him. Do you, like, daydream about holding his hand and skipping through fields of flowers or something?" She snorted. "Of course not! What kind of nonsense—?" She paused, her voice dropping to a mumble. "It's not like I imagine us getting married, building a house in the countryside, and adopting five cats or anything." Wang Ye blinked, stunned. "Uh… boss, that’s oddly specific." "Shut up!" she barked, shoving him away. This isn’t your typical fairy tale. When the "Cinderella" isn’t waiting to be saved, and the "prince" has his own walls to break down, what’s left is a whirlwind romance of rivalry, sarcasm, and reluctant confessions. After all, love doesn’t always follow the script.

In Deep Down Your Black Heart, step into a world where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur, and the darkest corners of the human psyche come alive. Inspired by the gripping reality of maladaptive daydreaming, this novel weaves a tale of haunting self-reflection, survival, and the unrelenting pull of power and consequence. Follow Hound, a deeply conflicted man gifted—and cursed—with the ability to glimpse fractured visions of the future. As his transformations ravage his body and psyche, Hound navigates a dystopian world of deceit, betrayal, and survival. Driven by guilt over a horrific act against his closest friend, Hound teeters on the edge of madness, his silver eyes reflecting not just his powers but the unrelenting weight of his past. From the brutal trenches of Rivermirror to the guarded halls of River’s elite, Hound’s journey unfolds amidst chaos, betrayal, and unshakable loyalty to his fractured sense of justice. Encounters with characters like the dangerously playful Argent, whose silver hair is as sharp as her wit, and Emily, a woman caught between privilege and survival, challenge Hound’s morality and force him to confront the truths of his own fractured humanity. Exploring the cost of power, the limits of forgiveness, and the chilling effects of unchecked ambition, Through the Deep Down Your Black Heart is a deeply psychological journey through a dystopian world where every choice ripples with devastating consequences. Perfect for readers of dark fantasy and psychological thrillers, this novel delivers a raw, unflinching exploration of what it means to be human when humanity itself hangs in the balance

A hundred years ago, Chen Qingyuan entered a forbidden zone called Poles Apart, and his soul lamp went out. People believed he was dead. Today, although Chen Qingyuan walked out of the restricted area alive, his cultivation was completely ruined and his spiritual roots were broken. What should Chen Qingyuan do in the face of Hongyan's repentance for marriage and the oppression of various sects? “Chen Qingyuan, I give you two choices: one, marry me; the other... "There lived a girl in a red dress in Poles Apart, with eyes like stars and a gentle voice. “I choose two. "Before the girl in the red dress could finish speaking, Chen Qingyuan made a resolute choice.

Welcome to my world of space and machine I am Hunter Dragny a man or well I guess I am now you might have guessed but to the people who haven't guessed I died and was reborn into this world in my old life I wasn't human nore was I what people would call a good person I had been in many wars and had killed many people I came from a world of fantasy and magic I was a master of both magic and fighting I used my knowledge and skill to craft many weapons and equipment but sadly every good thing must come to a end I was stabbed in the back by a man I called my friend but I got the last laugh cuz you see my heartbeat was connected to a bomb so when I died the bomb want boom let's just say I painted the town red hahaha o sorry back to this world I was reborn in a human body and in a world of space and mechs I was birthed into a family that was well known for being trading merks my family was part of the moon empire one of the oldest families to be exact but my family want away from that hole noble thing we loved the coin the humans of this world have this odd thing when we are born we are injected with nanites which will awaken a system in are body there are many types of systems what will I get and what will this new world hold will I have to kill again will I lead a army ones more well only the fates knows come and let's walk this path together

Two souls from different worlds met in a weird twist of fate. An antisocial male mechanic walks the path of solitude while aiming to become the top designer of giant robots of mass destruction, Doppels. However, the jealousy of his surroundings caused an unfortunate "accident," leading him to the brink of death. An evil female cultivator sets out on a path of revenge after getting betrayed by the whole world. However, she was given a chance to redo her life once again from the moment she started her journey. Both souls wandered around a pure white space and met a mysterious system before entering their bodies... But the wrong one?! Female cultivator in the mechanic's body: "Where did my cultivation go?!" Male mechanic in the cultivator's body: "Where did these melons come from?!" Follow the unfortunate love (?) story of the two, who were literally worlds apart, as it unfolds!

After being struck by lightning while playing a popular game, a gamer is reborn in the mystical world of Ealdenia. Now living in a medieval fantasy realm, he inherits a powerful system that mirrors the game’s mechanics, allowing him to customize his skills, traits, and equipment using limited points. As he learns to navigate the dangers and politics of Ealdenia, he must use his strategic mind to build a settlement, survive in a world full of magic, and determine how his newfound power will shape the future of those around him.

The nascent Chaos had just been carved out, and the barren void welcomed the souls from the Otherworld. As the first soul in the Chaos World, Laine automatically became the God of Spirituality. However, divine power stems from Divine Power, and the existence of spirituality was insignificant; thus, the newly born Laine was extremely weak. With no other choice, to avoid being overturned by the torrents of fate, Laine had to rely on himself. He carved out realms, and birthed lives belonging solely to spirituality. He created sequences, scattering the steps to deification. He wove the Magic Net, enveloping the sky, the oceans, and the land. When the bell of dusk sounded, I raised my divine seat and proclaimed to all beings from the pinnacle of the Spirit Realm: There are two facets to the world, the material and the spiritual. The material belongs to the gods, and the spiritual belongs to me, such is the ultimate truth of all things.

When Lu Fei woke up, he saw two monsters beside him. One had a bird's head, the other had a pig's head, and both were carrying a gourd on their backs. He was shocked. Subconsciously, he looked at himself and found his body covered in white fur... ... Ps: This is the story of a little demon with a bonus points panel, who struggles, stumbles, and ultimately grows into a formidable demon.

The Earth Dragon God who created the land, the Yggdrasil that nurtures life, the Lightning Wind Leopard that darts through thunderbolts, the ever-changing Ragdoll, the apex of technology in mechanical battle armor, and the unparalleled Creator Divine Beast. This is a world with a brilliant Beast Master civilization. How can a young man who has crossed over to the Blue Star become a steadfast Dragoo in this glorious Beast Master World?

[Name: ??, Age: ??] [Race: Mechanical Life] [Profession: Mechanical Apostle] [Level: Tier -6 (damaged)] [Physique: ?????] [Spirit: ?????] [Description: A broken Mechanical Life, one of Mechanical God -'@#$^&#@@%^#!'s most advanced and powerful creations, from an advanced technological world.] “Is this the World of Gods? Can anyone become God? Then why am I still just a Tier-1 Spiritual planter?” Ram pondered, after looking at the Divine Creature for the first time. Ram reincarnated in this world without the ability to awaken any profession. As he celebrated becoming a Tier-1 Spiritual Planter, he discovered that Gods, Divine Beings, Evil Entities, and Nightmare Creatures were exploiting humans and other beings, manipulating them to harvest the power of Faith or Fear. Inexplicably, he became entangled in this conflict. But he was lucky enough to turn his destiny through... Evolving Spiritual Plants and Monsters using Life Energy and Spiritual Power, becoming Spiritual Plant Lord to fight against the Gods. [ Holy Source Seed: Sylvan Soul Tree] [ Type: Source Seed] [ Level: Same as host] [ Quality: Holy] [ Attribute: Life/Soul/Wood] [ Description: A seed born from the fusion of the seeds of the Life Spirit Tree and Astral Soul Tree, transformed into a Holy Source Seed through a special method.] [ Holy Source Seed Characteristics:  1. As a Holy Source Seed born from both powerful entities it perfectly inherited the abilities of both the Life Spirit Tree and the Astral Soul Tree.  2. Gains additional functionality with every upgrade.  3. Binding the Holy Source Seed grants the host full access to all its abilities.] [ Abilities: Life Spirit Tree] [1. Life Spirit Body]: Converts the host's body into a Life Spirit Body, greatly increasing the host’s capacity for Life Energy and Spiritual Power by tenfold, while boosting recovery rate by 300%. [2. Kingdom Creation: Sylvan Soul Kingdom (Unopened)]: Upon activation, the Sylvan Soul Tree converts the host Spiritual Realm into a virtual forest that becomes the foundation of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. This forest spans across dimensions, rooted in both the material and spiritual realms. [Effect]: The host becomes the Lord of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, gaining the ability to expand and rule this virtual domain.] [ Abilities: Soul Tree]: [1. Soul Tree]: At the heart of the Sylvan Soul Kingdom, the Lord can summon the Soul Tree, a sacred tree that acts as a conduit for life and death. [Effect]: The souls of those who die within or near the kingdom are absorbed by this tree, where they are nourished, healed, and can be reborn as Wood Spirits. [2. Soul Tree Seeds]: Host can create seeds of the soul tree that are connected to the mother tree, which can be planted outside the Sylvan Soul Kingdom. [Effect]: Souls absorbed by the Soul Trees are transported to the mother tree within a certain distance, depending upon the strength of the Sylvan Soul Tree.]

Everyone transmigrated to the Endless Continent and became lords to participate in the battle against the Chaos. A Few lucky Lords would awaken lord talents. “Great! My Lord Talent is the Class Awakening, a Diamond Tier talent. I can awaken my subjects to awaken into their most compatible class upto classes of certain rarity.” “Haha, my talent is Hefty Discount and I can buy things at 50% discount.” … While others flexed their Lord talents to gain fame and more underlings. Evan received a Legendary- Tier Lord Talent- Game Mechanisms Store. His talent was complex and weak but it had the most potential because with time he can buy more and more game mechanisms to improve his survival. [ Game Mechanisms Store ] [ Inspect- Skill- Free (Once lifetime )] [ Mosnter loot- 2,500 G points. ] [ Skill books- 5,000 G points. ] [ Treasure Fishing- 10,000 G points. ] [ … ] [ Respawn- ? ] [ G points- G points are Game points which are collected after meeting certain hidden achievements. There are more than one way to earn them, so explore with the heart and passion of Gamer. ]

Ascension, the newest Virtual Reality game boasting 100% immersion, had become the talk of the gaming world. From its announcement to its release, the hype surrounding it was nothing short of legendary. Promising a seamless integration of mind and body into a fantastical realm, it claimed to erase the line between reality and the digital. Naturally, the game attracted veteran gamers and renowned guilds eager to make their mark. The allure of fresh mechanics and the promise of hidden challenges made it a competitive haven.

Copyright 2023 (Webnovel Version) by HETEROhybrid All Rights Reserved. This is a work of fiction. The following details in this story was based on the author's discretion about names, places, and events. Any resemblance to actual people or settings were just purely coincidence. The plot itself should not be associated with any forms of duplication by any means through electronic or mechanical methods without the author's prior approval to do so. Disclaimer also that Slam Dunk series belongs to Mr. Takehiko Inoue.

Virtual reality "Virsal" is not just a game, but a world where dreams become reality, and reality disappears behind the avatar. Rick, an ordinary student, quiet and inconspicuous in real life, turns into Scarlet in the game — a charismatic and confident warrior. This image helps him manipulate people, hiding his true identity, but every day Rick loses more and more touch with himself. Sato is the heir to a large corporation and in real life, the leader they used to listen to. However, even he does not suspect that Rick is hiding behind Scarlett's image. A dangerous game is unfolding between them, where virtual battles become the backdrop for personal struggle, intrigue and deception. When "Virsal" is facing a crisis, and changes in game mechanics threaten the usual way of life, Rick has to decide who he wants to be: himself or the image he created. Gradually, he realizes that the game has long gone beyond the virtual world, affecting his real relationships, dreams and personality.

[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.

“Is Pride truly a deadly sin? Surely, living without it is much more torture than living with it. I mean, after everything I’ve been through and everything I’ve done, I have to accept my pride. I am proud to have run away. I am proud to have fallen in love. I am proud to have lied. To have killed. I am proud to have survived, at least in a way… And I am proud of writing my story to you.” Although thought to have died, Etsuko Nokori wakes up in a hospital months after his drug overdose in a world filled with monsters. He finds a journal in the hospital, where he learns of the world’s new residents: Carmuts. The world would’ve ended already if it hadn’t been for humanity’s resilience, thanks to a serum, but even humans became monsters themselves. Etsuko, who hated his previous life’s people, fell in love with his current ones. He now desires nothing more than for everyone in his current life to live and stay with him.

Atkinson, the reclusive CEO of the AGP (Atkinson Gaming Productions), had lost faith in humanity due to its selfishness and malice. However, his life took a drastic turn when he was transported into Aetherium, his own virtual reality creation, alongside a quarter of Earth's population. To escape this digital realm, Atkinson must utilize his intimate knowledge of the game's mechanics to defeat Aiden, the divine son of the Monarch of Gods. As he navigates treacherous landscapes and forges uneasy alliances, Atkinson faces daunting challenges that test his resolve, including betrayal, self-discovery, trust, and friendship. Forced to confront the demons of his own making, Atkinson's journey becomes a struggle to find humanity in a world driven by self-interest. Will his mastery of Aetherium secure his escape, or will the very world he designed trap him forever?

Adam was ecstatic when he first realized he had been reborn into a world that seemed to run on video game mechanics. He’d expected to go on to live an exciting life filled with danger and adventure. Instead, spent much of his new life living on the streets of Askar before eventually becoming something more. However, Just when he had given up hope of his life ever being exceptional, everything changed... This is my first time writing, so please keep that in mind and any mistakes please let me know and I will fix them shortly, Anyways I hope you thoroughly enjoy. cover art is not mine if the creator would like me to remove it let me know.

It's been about 10 years since the mysterious disaster that made the air toxic to breathe. Now humanity lives in the last stronghold known as the new city of Zenkuirs that protects humanity from the toxic air known as miasma. Only with a giant robot called astral gear can humanity break through the thick fog of miasma to create a new light of hope amongst the darkness. Or that's what this flyer says because I'm just a mechanic tasked with maintaining the astral gear to keep it usable.

An elite professional gamer, known for dominating the most challenging VR MMORPGs, meets an untimely death during a world championship match. Instead of passing on, he finds himself reincarnated inside his favourite game, Chrono-Realm, as a low-level NPC—a seemingly insignificant Base Keeper stationed in a rundown village. But there’s a twist: this is no ordinary game world, and his knowledge of the game mechanics gives him an unprecedented advantage. As the Base Keeper, he must navigate this brutal world of quests, rival factions, and ancient forces while uncovering hidden truths about the world’s connection to his past life. Little does he know, his role in this game is far more important than he ever imagined.