Why Madoka Magica Still Matters

The boy I revered as a deity forever remained at the height of his splendor—eighteen years old. He perished in that lush midsummer, filled with the chirping of cicadas and the rustling of verdant leaves. Yet, I am missing the memory of his death. Caught between dream and reality, I returned to the year of his eighteenth summer. I longed to dream an eternal dream from which I would never awaken. But when dreams dissolve into reality, and illusions fade into desolation, I realize it was all a fleeting illusion. Seeing the boy standing between dream and reality, his anxious voice called out to me. Unconsciously, I watched everything around me shift and transform. Was it the deity who saved me, or was it I who saved the deity?

Some exist with pride, others struggle with pride, some compete with pride, and there are those who fail with pride, but very few can walk away with pride. Congratulations, for as you read these lines, you have witnessed the whole lives of many great basketball players. This pronunciation was embodied when Stephen Curry, after facing defeat in 2021, claimed that no one would want to face them the following season; When Tim Duncan was convinced before the start of the 2014 Finals that they would not mess up; When Kobe Bryant promised at Old Buss's memorial to take the Lakers to the playoffs; When Nowitzki, shedding his label as a soft player, retreated to the locker room in tears at night; When Kevin Garnett let out a skyward howl after holding the championship trophy; When the 2004 Detroit Pistons won and the F4 Lakers lost… Our story begins in an era when pride still mattered.

It is I—Henry Novar—the one and only, master of terrible luck and even worse decisions. My life ,so is my body, was a beautiful disaster, but it truly hit rock bottom when I got caught in Dahlia Vayne's web of lies and manipulation. She was poison in human form, turning my world upside down with a curse that robbed me of my free will and made me betray the only person I ever loved—Nyssa Albright. If Nyssa was a beam of sunlight, Dahlia was the storm. She waltzed into my life wearing my family heirloom, claiming she was my long-lost childhood sweetheart. Spoiler alert: she wasn’t. But I try explaining that to my parents, who decided that my seven-year-old self’s decisions were ironclad. Nyssa was my light, my anchor in the storm, but I pushed her away, broke her heart, and watched as Dahlia's schemes tore her apart. When Nyssa was killed, the curse lifted, leaving me free but empty, haunted by regret. And just when I thought the pain would kill me, I woke up—18 years old again, back before it all went wrong. Now I’ve got a second chance, and I’m not going to waste it. Dahlia thinks she’s got me figured out, but this time? The game is mine to win. Nyssa deserves better. And for once, I’m going to make sure she gets it. Even if it kills me... again. (Temporary cover cause the original one I made is too inappropriate lmao)

In the fantastical realm of Elgard, governed by King Xavier and Queen Elena steeped in ancient magic, three influential clans coexist: the elemental sorcery of the Phoenix Clan, the healing arts of the Neutral Clan, and the protective prowess of the Combat Clan. King Xavier's daughters, Irene and Ivin, embody starkly contrasting destinies. Irene, blessed with potent magical abilities, rises as a celebrated figure, basking in favoritism and renown. Meanwhile, Ivin, bereft of magical talents, navigates a path fraught with challenges, seeking purpose and recognition in a world where power defines stature. Their divergent journeys unfold against a backdrop of intrigue, alliances, and the looming shadows of Elgard's mystical legacy. In the aftermath of betrayal by her own sister Irene, Ivin finds herself at the mercy of destiny's cruel twist when she meets her true love Tadio Cliff. The ensuing tragedy results in Ivin birthing a daughter, only to be mistakenly killed by Irene the new Queen of Elgard after the tragic demise of her parents. Tadio and Her infant daughter narrowly escapes, setting the stage for a tumultuous journey ahead. Eighteen years later, Marcella embarks on a quest to uncover her true identity and unravel the mystery surrounding her mother's demise. Along the way, she encounters formidable adversaries and discovers latent powers within herself. Through trials and tribulations, Marcella learns to fend for herself and hones her skills to seek justice for her mother's untimely death. Marcella's journey towards vengeance is a path fraught with challenges and self-discovery. To become stronger, she must harness her newfound abilities, forge alliances with allies who share her quest for justice, and confront the dark forces that threaten her world. Ultimately, her determination, resilience, and newfound powers will pave the way for her to confront Irene and avenge her mother's tragic fate.

"Hold on..." The rustling of falling clothes magnifies under the silence of the night. Lying in the midst of torn corpses and bloody soil the couple entwines under the moon. Protected only by the clothes spread out beneath her the young woman shivers. Feeling the touch of his slippery tongue running across the curve of her back. "Wait." She murmurs... "I can't." The man answers as callused hands slip into the fabrics of her dress. It's not that, she tries but unable to express. "They're... watching..." The man laughs instead, "is this another way for you to reject me?" No. That's not it the young woman thought as she listens to the voices overhead. "Hey! Move over, I can't see!" "See?! What are you watching!? Roll to the side, she's my representative!" "Shut up! I can't hear the sounds!!" "Calm down everyone." Tears gather at the corner of her eyes as the young lady listen to the conversation above. Biting on her lips she really wanted to shout to the sky, "you shameless deities!! Stop watching!!!"

Ashner has the worst luck. No money, no friends, and no girlfriend. That’s until he drunkenly stumbles across a golden key, which gives him access to a fantasy world. And with a weekly Gotcha power system that gives him no say on what power he may obtain. But the most valuable thing about this world is the monsters. When they’re killed, they drop gold coins. Real gold coins. Maybe, just maybe, Ashner’s luck is about to change. --------------------------------------------- This story is not for the weak. It has violence and dark topics. You've been warned.

what happens when one kiss from your best friend changes everything

As the sovereign of the Enenra will inevitably rise, a hero from a dwindling bloodline that often opposed its agents must aspire to be the greatest of them to stand a chance at saving the world he loves.

Title: Time's Fist: strength is all that matters Synopsis: In a world where fate can be rewritten through sheer willpower, one man is given the chance to correct a tragic past. When an enigmatic force grants him a mysterious, all-powerful boxing system, he finds himself back in the gymnasium of his middle school, a place brimming with both nostalgia and unfinished business. The scent of sweat and old wood fills the air, but time is not on his side. His mission? To stop the man who would become his greatest enemy: Jack. Once a friend and ally, Jack is destined to rise as a ruthless criminal mastermind, leading a violent Gang that will ultimately end in the brutal death of the protagonist. But this time, he has the upper hand. Armed with the ability to harness the strength of legendary boxers and the mastery of techniques passed down through time, he must fight not only against Jack’s growing power but also his own doubts about whether he can truly change the course of history. Each punch he throws, each fight he wins, brings him closer to the moment where his enemy’s fate could be sealed—but at what cost? As he steps into the ring of his past, every battle is more than a fight for survival; it's a war for his future and his identity. Will he be able to rewrite history and save the life that was taken from him, or will he become a pawn in the hands of destiny? In Time's Fist, the past is a battleground, and every strike could change everything. But there more to the story a great twist read to find out

lillia Ashford only quest was to revenge her dead parents, whom she lost brutally when she was just little. But she can't have her revenge when she is poor , she needed a job. But her plans where twisted when in a hurry to get a job, she met her worst nightmare, Aryan west one of the wealthiest man in the country who was bent on making her pay for disrupting his privacy. Will he let her go?, will she still avenge her dead parents?, as secrets unfold along the line. will they fall in love at the end?

After a mysterious cosmic failure, a tiny, ancient spacefaring being bound to the forces of dark matter and energy crashes onto Earth and inadvertently integrates itself into the brain of Antonio "Tony" Williams, a middle-aged Marine veteran turned gig worker in Santa Monica. This chance encounter transforms Tony's ordinary life into something extraordinary as the being, nicknamed "Roomie," begins to repair itself by enhancing Tony's mind and body with abilities far beyond human limits. Together, Tony and Roomie navigate the intricacies of their shared consciousness, with Tony gaining an unparalleled understanding of the universe’s fundamental forces—dark matter and dark energy. As Tony’s powers grow, so do his responsibilities, forcing him to balance his evolving identity with his relationships, especially with his fiercely loyal girlfriend, Jay, who struggles to reconcile the man she loves with the extraordinary being he’s becoming. As Tony’s bond with Roomie deepens, he embarks on an intense journey of self-mastery, training to manipulate dark matter and eventually create the building blocks of the universe itself. With Roomie’s guidance, Tony begins constructing atoms from scratch, learning to harness his newfound abilities while grappling with the weight of his transformations. But as the pair uncover the secrets of the cosmos, Tony must face the challenges of integrating his superhuman abilities into his life, all while understanding the profound implications of wielding the universe’s most powerful forces. In a story that blends science fiction with human connection, The Dark Matter Sage explores what it means to grow, adapt, and take responsibility for unimaginable power.

A girl named Rosie who was a veterinarian (animal doctor) and a beautiful girl with golden skin, big eyes and silky hair anyone could fell for her, she was in her last twenties. But one unexpected accident changed her whole life, that accident made her soul travel through past and landed in a body of a duke's daughter, whose name was Rajshri, she died accidentally while drowing in a river, but because of Rosie's soul Rajshri body come back to live. What is going to happen after Rosie entered Rajshri body? Will she be able to find her Mr. Right? Find all the answers in the novel. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Thank you.... Enjoy...

Haruto Takahashi was just a normal high school student in modern-day Japan—until he suddenly fell into a coma, never to age, never to awaken. His condition was as inexplicable as it was rare, a mystery shared by only a few others in all of human history. But unlike the others, Haruto eventually opens his eyes, nearly a thousand years later, to a world he no longer recognizes. Humanity stands on the edge of extinction. Alien invaders, towering and intelligent, now rule the planet, and the remnants of humankind survive only in scattered, fortified enclaves, fighting desperately against their monstrous conquerors. The Earth has become a battlefield, its skies darkened, its lands ravaged by alien plagues and relentless war. But Haruto’s awakening is no accident. He soon learns that he is the subject of ruthless experimentation, studied by those who seek to uncover the mystery of his unaging body and the secrets he unknowingly harbors. As he grapples with fragments of memories from a world long gone, Haruto is thrust into a brutal struggle, caught between warring factions and ancient mysteries that blur the line between ally and enemy. With nothing but memories of his old life and a newfound world that views him as both weapon and relic, Haruto must discover why he alone was brought back from an endless sleep—and what that might mean for the survival of those who remain. For some mysteries are better left buried, and some fates cannot be escaped.

Loving you,still is a story about two individuals who meet during their first year in the university and formed a deep bond of friendship. Jude and Maris became best friends and always confided in each other. They shared everything.But one night after a party, they got intimate and everything changes. They realized they didn't just want to be best friends and started dating. Nevertheless, Jude has always kept a secret about his health from Maris. He was very scared of how it would affect the way Maris sees him and that she might push him away. Maris starts to notice his frequent visits to the hospital and sudden illness and whenever she asked him he'd tell her not to worry or brush it off as nothing. One day, she comes over to his place and finds a bottle of medicine which led to the truth about Jude's health coming to light. In the end, she decides to stick with him and love him unconditionally as they face the future they are uncertain about.

The beginning marks the end. A story untold as it never ended, a story broken as it never got the chance to heal, a story of the stars and a story of the world abandoned by fate. People live by desires, dreams, motivation and undying crave for something. Everybody want something in life, something that they want to achieve no matter the cost. But how about those who don't? How does it feel to not have any dreams? How does it feel to not have a single thing you are interested in? How does it feel to not crave for anything? Life goes just like the flow of the river with nothing so ever happening in your life and meet the Sea as in Death. What would happen if an otaku character travel beyond the Milkyway Galaxy to the world of magic? Rudra the main protagonist travels with the Emissary of the Destructor to the World of magic. Faced with the Trial beyond the limits of his own, Rudra fails to overcome the Trial. But the Destructor grants him another chance because of the transcending power he posses ' Authority'. Two years after the Trial will be held again to test the successor of Shadow God, if he fails to overcome the Trial again then not even Death can save him. Rudra ends up on the planet Seed in the Reedreada Galaxy as per the Destructors wish. There he joins the famous Star Verse Academy to train himself and overcome his limits and face the Trial with everything he got. But will that be it... English is not my native language, so there might( must) be some mistake, please inform me through comments. Text me on Discord if you have any advice or opinion Discord- Ether7#2296 And lastly, of course, cover page is not mine. If you want me to remove it( Which I am sure no one is interested in) I will remove it.

Normal frickin days. Boring usual college days. Normal us. So why. No ,where did it all go wrong. When did it all go wrong. Just a bunch of teenage girls trying to get over their last year as seniors ,each of them wanting to go to different universities with different dreams. Four best friends ,different personalities ,different everything ,only met last year but became closer than childhood friends or so they thought. When they get tangled up in something they never could have even dreamt of ,friendship isn't friendship ,enemies aren't enemies ,nothing is normal and usual and boring and the same and it never will be. New allies or maybe not.

Ichigo Kurosaki The Hero Of the Winter War The one Who Sacrificed His powers to defeat Aizen.Now a Normal Guy Trying to live a Normal Life but how normal can his life actually be.Watch as This Time A different trouble from supernatural World Drags him into the world he left behind.

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I was an author on Webnovel and, surprise surprise, they're a fraud. Don't work for that money-hungry pig of a company; stick to Royal Road instead. °°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°°° webnovel's biggest issues. Content Quality Issues Oversaturation of Specific Genres - Excessive focus on harem-style narratives - Overreliance on wish-fulfillment storylines - Repetitive power fantasy tropes - Lack of genre diversity Writing Quality Concerns - Prevalent grammar and spelling issues - Translation quality problems - Limited character development - Poor plot structure and pacing - Overuse of overpowered protagonist tropes without meaningful conflict Economic Model Problems Author Compensation - Significantly low payment rates for content creators - 50% revenue share model (comparatively higher than other platforms) - Unsustainable income for most authors - Limited monetization options Contract Terms - Restrictive contractual obligations - Limited author rights - Lack of flexibility in content management - Potential career implications for full-time authors Platform Integrity Issues Authenticity Concerns - Widespread bot activity - Artificial engagement metrics - Questionable review authenticity - Inflated follower counts Structural Limitations - Limited content formats compared to other platforms - Restricted creative freedom - Focus on quantity over quality - Limited development resources for authors Impact on Writing Careers Professional Development - Risk of creative stagnation - Limited growth opportunities - Potential opportunity costs - Career trajectory concerns Alternative Platforms - Royal Road offering better terms - More diverse platform options available - Need for platform diversity in web fiction Recommendations for Authors Career Planning - Maintain alternative career paths - Avoid full dependency on platform income - Develop diverse writing portfolios - Build platform-independent audiences Content Strategy - Focus on quality over quantity - Develop unique narrative approaches - Avoid common trope pitfalls - Invest in proper editing and revision Platform Usage - Consider multi-platform publishing - Build direct reader relationships - Maintain content rights when possible - Develop independent marketing strategies

A boy believed his life held no worth because he couldn’t understand people—their friendships, bonds, or even the purpose of their existence. He saw things beyond what humans were meant to perceive, but always dismissed them, thinking his mind was playing tricks on him. Though gifted in many ways, he lived in solitude, waiting for his life to quietly end. That was, until he met an unusual girl at school. She promised to show him life’s hidden worth, and for the first time, he found himself wanting to believe her. But just as he began to embrace her words, an accident stole his life. Or so he thought. The next morning, he woke in his bed, memories of his death vivid and unsettling. A strange piece of dark metal ring wrapped around his right middle finger, and a mysterious to-do list filled his mind—a series of tasks with curious rewards for each one completed. Now, with newfound power and cryptic objectives, he faces a choice: continue to follow the tasks, or use this second chance to live knowing the worth of his life.

VOLUME001 Ethan's dying wish I was left paralyzed with only a month to live, but that "9-inch" part of me was still hard as a rock. Even the sickly beautiful schoolgirl couldn't resist my "pecker," and to fulfill my dying wish, my sister even dressed up as a lady in black stockings to teach me how to "drill." What's more outrageous, the hospital nurses wanted to make a little movie with me, lining up with the head nurse at the front... Just after coming out of the emergency room, I saw the system panel: Name: Ethan Jones Gender: Male Length: 9 inches Skill: Hard as a Rock LV1 Note: Peak human hardness Dying Wish: To caress auntie's sheer black stockings Task Reward Points: 1000 points Despite my strength and stamina attributes being only at 1, and my agility at 0, only my "pecker" could lift the heavy blanket while doing squats. My face was full of question marks—what kind of bug is this system? Just because I like looking at auntie's legs, did it give me such a special skill? Now, I have no choice. I must complete tasks to earn points and add attribute points. However, the story actually begins 12 hours earlier... VOLUME002 Ryan's death mission Ryan had been diagnosed with late-stage heart disease, and as he neared the end of his life, he unexpectedly received a miracle drug from Ethan that brought him back from the brink. But Death wasn’t ready to let him go just yet. A year later, during a rescue mission at an orphanage fire, Ryan tragically lost his life. But did he really die? No, Ryan awakened a whole new system. Wait, what? He has to be killed by five girls, one after the other? The only way to come back to life is to die? What kind of twisted logic is that?! But if that’s the only way to survive, then so be it... Just, could you all not feel bad about killing me? And falling in love with me—what’s that about??? The gears of his fate quietly begin to turn... VOLUME003Ethan's new body Ethan has traveled back in time and gained the ability to swap bodies with a girl named Lila. What kind of story will unfold from here? Let’s wait and see... *********** Update Daily! 10:05 AM PST Please show your support if you enjoy the story! How can you show your support? Gift Power Stone! 150=1 bonus chapter 200=2 bonus chapters 500=3 bonus chapters

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Cada 500 años... en una ciudad donde contemplaban las estrellas y con su poder protegían el mundo que lo rodeaba... donde se necesita las estrellas para no caer en la oscuridad y hoy era el día donde aparecieron por primera vez... las 10 estrellas... y por supuesto la barita de las estrellas magicas... una poderosa batalla donde puede controlar los deseos y un poder grande a el que lo posee ... ... Pero ... ... Algo no anda bien ... ... Las estrellas empezaron a caer y una oscuridad sea apoderó en el templo ... ... —¿quien eres? —solo soy una señora ¡que quiere todo el poder para mi ! Agarro la varita y todas las luces empezaban a desaparecer... la magia no lograba controlar la varita —que todo mi poder este en la varita Con su poder atrapó las estrellas y las escondió... en algún lugar... pero una niña de pelo rosado... hija de la reina de un poder mágico... lograra conseguir las estrellas y derrotara la oscuridad del que ha poseído la bara

"Born into a life of suffocating control, one young woman's fate is sealed from the start. Her parents, driven by a lust for wealth and status, orchestrate her every move, crushing her spirit and stifling her dreams. Their latest decree: a forced marriage to a rich and powerful man, a union designed to secure their own prosperity, regardless of her happiness. The groom sees his new wife as nothing more than a gold-digger, a beautiful but manipulative woman who will stop at nothing to claim his fortune. Determined to make her pay for her perceived transgressions, he sets out to make her life a living hell, tormenting her with cruel words and heartless actions. But as the days turn into weeks, and the weeks into months, something unexpected happens. The husband, whose heart has long been encased in ice, begins to feel the stirrings of emotion. He sees glimpses of a kind and gentle soul beneath his wife's reserved exterior, and his resolve starts to crumble. Meanwhile, his wife, who has endured unimaginable hardships at the hands of those who should have loved and protected her, begins to awaken to her own strength and resilience. As she finds the courage to stand up for herself, she starts to lose feelings for the man who has made her life so miserable. Will this twisted game of love and hate ultimately lead to redemption, or will it destroy them both? Can two people, bound together by circumstance and manipulation, find a way to heal and forgive, or will their relationship remain forever toxic? Dive into this gripping tale of love, power, and survival to find out."