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In the realm of Zephorya, Cassian Black finds himself at a vital juncture where insurrection and persecution happen continuously. Cassian, the son of the head of the Association Utopia (AU), struggles with the weight of his legacy and the confining expectations that follow. "Bands," ancient metallic bracelets that provide enormous powers to their wearers—those who utilize them are known as Bandits—help to reshape the world.  Disappointed with the rigid AU regulations and anxious to create his own path, Cassian bids farewell to his privileged life, only to return some years later. This time, with a Band of his own.

Rex was an ordinary salaryman, resigned to a dull life of monotony in a towering megacity. But his world shatters when he's conscripted by Nexum Dynamics, a ruthless megacorporation, and thrust into a brutal war for a barren, alien world. The planet holds unimaginable riches, but it’s also swarming with the Krhyssari, an insectoid race that dominates the surface with their hive-mind precision and relentless aggression. Amid the carnage, Rex had an extraordinary encounter with Cleo, an ancient AI, a survivor of a long-extinct civilization. Cleo isn't just an artificial intelligence; she’s a consciousness imbued with memories of her people's interstellar empire and equipped with advanced bio-nanotechnology. Offering Rex a new purpose and unmatched power, she transforms his fragile human body into a hybrid of living metal and flesh, making him the ultimate weapon. But Cleo is more than a tool of war. As she journeys alongside Rex, her cold, logical algorithms evolve, shaped by his humanity. Together, they form a bond that transcends the boundaries of man and machine, discovering love in the midst of chaos. As Rex and Cleo fight for survival, they uncover a shared ambition, to rise as intergalactic overlords, uniting or conquering the galaxy. New chapters everyday at 13 p.m. [GMT+8 time]

When Cyrilo, a young boy trapped in an abusive home, wakes up to the horror of seeing his mother, the kindest and the gentlest soul he knew severely injured by his abusive father, he is overcome with rage and guilt. After his father leaves, he resorts self-harm out of rage, only to come to his senses when he accidentally hurts his sister. Afraid to become the same person his father was, Cyrilo runs away from the house, as far as he could, as far as his body would let him go. Soon, he finds himself in the middle of a forest, when he finds the sound of metal approaching him, but he is too tired to bother, and simply closes his eyes, falling asleep.

Waking from his sleep, Yue Feng found himself the owner of a fishing gear store on the brink of bankruptcy, and his time travel had landed him a rather "awkward" career as well as a system to assist him, From then on, the small town had a fishing gear store that wasn’t large in scale but had quite the reputation, With the blessing of the system (cheat), Yue Feng started livestreaming and playing the internet celebrity game to great success. Traditional fishing? Yue Feng played with the Seven-star float in the weed beds so divinely. Sitting platform fishing? He was the contestant who ascended to the rank of Special Level Competitive Fishing Master at the speed of light. Lure fishing? To him, catching a kilogram-class tarpon was just a beginner's move, and even meter-long silver dragons were nothing more than a dish on the table. Dream Fish Species were like picking things out of his pocket. Deep-sea fishing? He held the world record for the heaviest single-tail bluefin spearfish. There aren’t many sports in this world that can make a weathered adult as happy as a child, and fishing is definitely one of them. Let us witness the rise of a fishing god who achieved the pinnacle by fishing (cheating)!

Liszt finds himself reborn as a countryside baron in an alternate world resembling medieval Europe. In this world, there are dragons that can discharge metals, elves that can tend to crops, and missions written in mist that only Liszt can see. With the help of the mysterious missions, can Liszt gradually grow from Baron of Flower Town into something greater, claiming the whole continent and beyond?

Jared Daniels, a 28-year-old vape sales representative in Abu Dhabi, is grappling with despair after a devastating breakup. Isolated and struggling with insomnia, his life spirals further as he loses his job and drifts through his dark days. Just when he believes he has hit rock bottom, a mysterious voice urges him to "fix the timeline and help humanity move forward." Confused and fearful of losing his grip on reality, Jared dives into psychology and science, trying to make sense of his turmoil. His best friend reaches out, but he retreats deeper into solitude. A fateful encounter with a cloaked figure transforms everything; injected with a strange, metallic liquid, he experiences a sudden clarity and relief from his emotional pain. Now at the brink of a sprawling adventure across time and space, Jared must decide: will he remain trapped in mediocrity or embrace his newfound purpose to confront paradoxes, unveil truths, and unlock his true potential? Join Jared and his friends on an extraordinary journey filled with hope and despair, with new chapters released twice a day on Webnovel.com to keep the adventure unfolding at a thrilling pace!

Li Xiaojun, a 20-year-old game addict and part-time delivery guy, has always been a sucker for those "overpowered system gacha" novels he reads during his lunch breaks. In real life, however, he’s stuck in a dead-end job, barely scraping by in the overcrowded, city of Newer Borealis in the year 2030. His only real joy comes from playing his favorite MMO, "Murim Conquest," where he constantly gets beaten by kids with better gear and deep pockets. One day, after an unfortunate accident involving his bike, a vending machine, and a noodle shop's mascot robot, Xiaojun wakes up to find himself in a strange, futuristic world that looks suspiciously like Murim Conquest—except it’s not a game, it's real. Oh, and also, He has a system like the one he had in his game, one that allowed him to use this gacha to roll for advantages. Will he survive in this new world? Or will he fall prey to the dog-eat-dog nature of this world?

In a dystopian future where Vampires emerged from the shadows in order to stop humanity from becoming extinct, a young woman with a dark past meets a charismatic stranger. As time goes by Private Love Aikawa of military unit 4-7, finds that she may not be as human as she first thought, and that humanity may not be the side that she should be fighting for. Battling rogue vampires, mutated creatures and her own past, Love works to unravel the mysteries behind the secretive Helsing unit. This novel starts intentionally slow through the exposition, everything kicks into gear in the latter half so hope you stick with it and enjoy the ride. I also added some song recommendations along the way to listen to whilst you read certain chapters, I hope this helps boost the experience. Please comment and vote for your favourite characters along the way :)

Han Seung-Woo, once known as one of the weakest adventurers in the world, lives a life of insignificance. Trapped in the lowest ranks of the Hunter Association, he is often overlooked, given menial tasks, and forced to endure the scorn of more powerful adventurers. But everything changes during a fateful dungeon raid, where, after a brutal betrayal and near-death encounter, Seung-Woo is thrust into a mysterious new role as the “Weaponmancer.” Awakening to the Arsenal System, Seung-Woo gains the unprecedented ability to upgrade and forge weapons of immense power. No longer just an average adventurer, he is now tasked with creating legendary gear and enhancing the strength of his arsenal in ways no one has ever seen before. As he grows stronger, Seung-Woo must confront the treacherous world of dungeons, powerful enemies, and a hidden conspiracy that seeks to use him for darker purposes.

The Last Code Of Survival~ “In a world where metal bleeds and hearts betray, survival isn’t a choice— it’s a rebellion “ A scientist with nothing to lose. A hybrid with a broken past. When survival forces them together, the line between enemy and ally blurs, and the fate of a fractured world hangs by a thread.

‘What the fuck are you doing!?’ Anaïs screamed I placed my hand over her mouth and pulled her below the wall ‘I’m saving your fucking sister, you’re welcome.’ I scream whispered at her I signaled her to stay still and pulled the last book on the shelf, it made a loud click like Mason said it would and the carpet pulled back showing a flat metal door. I took a deep breath, this was it.

Among the professional strategy warfare gamers on earth, Lin Qian easily emerged as the strongest within the industry. After all, there weren’t many who could defeat a perfect example of a hardcore casher! With a twist of fate, the extravagant gamer left the world in an unfortunate accident. Leaving behind his wealth, he was transmigrated. In this new world, Lin Qian had absolutely nothing he could be proud of. As an alchemist, his brewing pot exploded. As an iron welder, cast-iron turned scrap metals. Not to mention, his dismal talents extended to spiritual arrays and beyond. Besides his slightly above average talent in cultivation, he did not possess anything else that had even a slight semblance to a talent. Yet, life was not all bleak. On one fateful day, he discovered a revolutionary change. The mega-empire which dominated the gaming servers, the very land which he reigned over as emperor, had followed him through his transmigration. Not just so, the invulnerable generals, lieutenants, and the million men army had escaped the realm of mere codes and gained the breath of life. Now, as living beings, they swore their allegiance and lives to him, their Peerless Emperor.

Sa mataong SM Fairview, ang tahimik na hapon ay nauwi sa kaguluhan nang sumiklab ang isang misteryosong outbreak. Si Mon, isang 38-anyos na tech enthusiast na naroon para mamili ng gaming gear, ay biglang natagpuan ang sarili sa gitna ng karahasan at takot. Sa una, ang mga sigaw ay tila pangkaraniwan, ngunit mabilis itong naging panimula ng isang nakakatakot na senaryo: isang pandemya ng mga nilalang na tila nabuhay mula sa kamatayan. Habang bumabalot ang kaguluhan, kinailangan ni Mon na kumilos nang mabilis—tumakas mula sa arcade, makahanap ng ligtas na lugar, at unahin ang kanyang kaligtasan. Sa bawat hakbang, malinaw na ang mundo na dati niyang kilala ay naglaho na, pinalitan ng isang bangungot kung saan ang buhay ay walang kasiguruhan. Ang "Day Zero: Fairview Outbreak" ay isang nakakakilabot at adrenaline-pumping na kuwento tungkol sa pakikibaka para mabuhay sa unang araw ng isang zombie apocalypse. Makakaya kaya ni Mon na makaligtas, hanapin ang kanyang pamilya, at gumawa ng mga desisyong magtatakda ng kanyang kapalaran? Ang bawat hakbang ay nagdadala sa kanya ng mas malalim na pagkakaintindi sa kalupitan ng bagong mundong ito.

"You are to reincarnate, but with conditions." Those were the last words Theo heard before he was reincarnated into a world where humans tame monsters to survive the harsh environment. And to make matters worse... "Fiery Wolf, use Flamethrower!" "Thunder Bear, use Electric Bite!" "Jumping Spider, do something!" "?????" While others tamed monsters typical to the world, Theo was cursed to only tame insects. But the trials didn't end there; the world had a far worse fate in store for him. "What do you mean humans from outside the planet come in metal ships to kill us? Wait, is that a Mecha?!" Follow Theo’s journey as he deciphers paths of taming unknown to common men, all while battling those coming in mecha suits and spaceships, determined to stop him and his tamed beasts.

I was killed on my last earth then I reincarnated In an nth earth, the basis of survival was chemistry, people lived by chemistry, were born by chemistry and survived by chemistry, in this earth, there were jurisdictions, divided into: metallic, non-metallic and metallioidic . and you'll find elemental clans all over e.g the Hydrogen clan, all humans born in each clan, has the properties of that element..Read as a tyranny rose up in this earth and a I, only I am strong enough to stop him according to the prophecies ..... ATOM

I have been close to death more times than I can count. At the time of birth, I underwent an operation almost for a month, due to a damn metal piece stuck inside my stomach. Stabbed in the ribs by a lunatic psychopath? Check. Almost crushed by a falling piano? You bet it happened with me. Heck, I have even survived a lightning strike on a clear, sunny day. But the final nail in the coffin? I choked to death on a grape. A F**ING GRAPE! Dying at 24 because of a slippery fruit, life had a terrible sense of humor. Well, joke’s on me, I guess, because now I’m here—in the fantasy world of Extra Wants to Live, the one trashy web novel I binge-read after a bad breakup. And it's my luck that, I have transmigrated into the body of a villain character, just the day before he dies in the hands of his own maid. Whether I am lucky or unlucky is still debatable though. Welp, that's how it is. And, now I have to survive, not only from the hero and his entourage, but from the actual protagonist of that web novel, who also is a transmigrator like me. I knew the ending already, but........ Would I be able to survive till the end?

Gu Heng traveled through twenty years, and the garbage system ruined his life. There was no hope for cultivation, and he could only be a small mortal. Although he is a mortal, he must do good things. \nHe helped a poor girl casually, and she became the "Snow White Sword Fairy" who was famous in the three realms in the future. He picked up a seriously injured little wild cat and raised it for a long time, but suddenly found that his pet had become the "Ten Thousand Demons Venerable". He taught a young alchemist hand in hand, and unknowingly refined the "Ten Thousand Medicines Saint Hand". He recognized a thin female apprentice, and eventually accidentally refined the "Ancient Emperor". Gu Heng: None of this has anything to do with me, I am only mortal. Everyone: Stop arguing, they all say that you are the only emperor saint teacher in the world! ! Author : Metal Frost

After 25 years of neverending work for clients with robotic prosthetics, a cloned laborer named Savan Forg thinks they could acquire some upgrades. The current norms won't allow someone like them to purchase them, and other markets don't want the hassle of selling to their kind. The only option that could work for them is to, voluntarily, take part in a competition held by the eight remaining mega-companies on the planet. Held once per year, Savan resigns from their current post and enters as a patient-competitor in the R.O.C (Robotics Operations Challenges) for the needy.

"Hush, don't make a sound," her voice cracked. "You can do this for Mommy, right?" Cara nodded her little head. She knew it was what her mother needed from her, even though she didn't understand why. Her mother kissed her on the chick, and then quickly pushed her into the vent. Liquid metal materialized from her hand and sealed the vent, making it look like it couldn't be opened. That was the last memory she had of her mother. True to her words, she never uttered a single word in the presence of anyone. She couldn't protect her family then, but she promised to get stronger and avenge them. Until then, she would be silent plotting the demise of all those who hurt the ones she loved.

Since long ago, there has been a saying: everything starts from a dot; well, it is from a dot that our story begins a dot destined to change the gear of what most living beings would call the inevitable. Yet, being just a poor dot, could it do so?Would a simple dot of light be enough to illuminate even in the most darkest places of the galaxy?

SALEM ALWAYS KNEW THERE’D BE CONSEQUENCES FOR SIRING an heir——he just never imagined they’d play out like this. He stared past the enchanted metal bars that contained him, ignoring the shackles that bound him to the wall, into the eyes of the huntress. In truth, he’d suspected she would come for him eventually, but looking death in the face wasn’t easy—especially when he had so much to live for. If he’d never summoned his mates and sired an heir, he and his loved ones wouldn’t be in danger. At least, not like this. But despite it all, Salem had no regrets. He’d come to cherish his mates and the life growing inside of him. The huntress unsheathed her knife and opened the cell door. She was going to kill him

In the year 2147, the human race has spread to all eight planets of the Milky Way, even constructing rings to harness the Sun's energy whilst prolonging the life of the star. On Earth, what was San Francisco has been turned into Neo City, the first city that was rebuilt once humans created Neo Metal, a man made element that was stable and more durable than any other. Many corporations make tech with Neo Metal and various other electronics the such, however Zeoman Enterprises stand at the top of their game. Eventually, Zeoman Enterprises would create a one of a kind metal assassin, meant to guard the company's CEOs and other high ranking members. As well as hunt down any rebels against the company's monopoly. The Zeoman Enterprises Combatant Construct Serial Designation X-1288 opposes any enemies for his creators. Follow the journey of this mechanical marvel.

Growing up chained to a cold, metal bed and drained of his blood, Nyx only knew pain and suffering. However, when all hope seemed lost, fate had other plans. Chosen by The System, he was transported deep within an ocean as a small, slow, and vulnerable tortoise. Facing off against powerful Magical Beasts and other Cultivators, the odds were stacked against him. Yet, it seemed fate favored him, as the Class he received held a rare and extraordinary Ability — the power to evolve. ================================================================== Do you want to contribute to my novel? Then join my Discord! https://discord.gg/uDFCGKFHyR ================================================================== Note: The cover was made using Microsoft Image Creator ==================================================================

Braves. That is the name given to the ones who fight against the Chimeras. They suddenly appeared some hundred years ago, humanity's greatest enemy. After many years of fighting amongst each other the world united to confront a common enemy. The Braves are the only ones who can fight the Chineras. They possess the strange power called Ascedance. The Chimeras brought humanity the power of Ascendance and the knowledge of the higher worlds. Establishing connections with these foreign worlds, humanity struggles against the fight with Chimeras. While they are students, they fight against the Chimeras. Braves' ability vary from each other, some are for combat, others for defense, and some for healing. Arata, a young man without memories who is saved by William joins the Wings Academy a prestigious university of Braves. There he meets seven people who change his life. In the face of despair and powerlessness what he finds is a single flower that blooms in a bloody battlefield. What awaits him is it hope or despair? The gears of fate begin to move and the story of the young souls begin.

In the smoke-choked city of Eldoria, where gears grind and secrets fester, Elias Thorne—a war-torn investigator with a mechanical arm—takes on a simple missing-person case. But nothing is simple in a city ruled by shadows. His search uncovers an ancient war fought not with armies, but with forbidden alchemical powers. At its center lies the Order of the Ouroboros, a secret society bent on summoning an eldritch god to shatter the veil between worlds. To stop them, Elias must embrace a deadly truth: power comes in potions, but every sip takes a piece of your soul. Guided by a mysterious prophet and pursued by enemies who twist science and magic alike, Elias hurtles toward the Philosopher’s Prism—an artifact that can save the world or doom it. But Eldoria isn’t the only thing at stake. The more Elias uncovers about the Order, the more he learns of their connection to his own haunted past. As ancient horrors stir and the city teeters on the brink of apocalypse, Elias must decide: Will he become a weapon to save Eldoria, or the spark that burns it all to ash? In a world of steam and shadows, the veil is thin—and when it breaks, no one is safe.

In a land where magic and technology collide, **Kael**, a young and talented inscriptionist, has spent his life in the safety of his workshop, perfecting his craft. His work revolves around enhancing weapons and armor with powerful runes—tools that can mean the difference between life and death for the soldiers and adventurers who rely on them. However, his quiet life is turned upside down when a group of hardened adventurers storm into his shop, demanding his expertise to repair their damaged, spirit-infused gear. Unwillingly dragged into their dangerous mission, Kael soon finds himself embroiled in a battle far larger than he ever imagined. The party—comprised of **Erryck**, a fearsome retribution paladin; **Varus**, a deadly marksmanship hunter; and **Nyxara**, a mysterious storm sorceress—faces threats unlike anything Kael has encountered, including wild creatures infused with the chaotic magic of the deep forest. As they journey through untamed lands, Kael must not only repair their equipment but learn to navigate the volatile magic around them, all while uncovering his own untapped potential. But the forest isn't their only enemy. Dark forces are stirring, and a powerful adversary with sinister designs threatens to plunge the world into chaos. As Kael finds himself drawn deeper into the conflict, he must decide whether to remain the passive craftsman he’s always been or embrace the role of hero in a world that desperately needs him.

Modern Inventor reincarnated into Hephaestus. How will mythology change?

Zach, a 23-year-old with a bitter edge, awakenes like few do at 23 and spirals into a world with energy manipulators known as Conduits, or as the GGC refers to them Generators. Shaped by the unfair circumstances of his birth and then life, he forges an unapologetic path, leaving chaos in his wake. As his power grows, he sets his sights on the world's leaders, governments, and degenerates dismantling the established order and entering in a new age of Chaos. With every step, Zach inches closer to his ultimate goal: a world where Conduits aren't seen as mere lab rats but as the elites of humanity. His path is of an individual despite his villainous goals, he makes alliances with those who would stand against him in the future, slowly eating away at their chances of defeating him by the time they realise who and what he is. Watch as he makes discovery after discovery, both finds, hunts and forges powerful artifacts, upgrades and evolves his talents and gear aswell as witnessing his cunning nature as he infiltrates the organisations that will block his path in the future and tear them down from the inside. Warning: It gets messy so if your not a fan of blood, profanity, gore and brutal executions then I advise you not to read at all. P.s, I haven't decided on where to take the romance aspect of Zach so until further notice you can expect there to be at most mild flirting with random characters. Nothing too crazy. Thanks for reading ^_^

In the city of Astraea, a group of survivors, led by Kael, Mira, and Luka, navigate the chaos of a zombie apocalypse. As they search for safety and resources, they encounter various threats, including organized raiders hunting people. The story unfolds with intense moments, character development, and interactions that deepen their bonds. Foreshadowing future events, the group discovers a glimmering metal canister, hinting at secrets yet to be revealed. As they face challenges, they must rely on each other to survive and adapt in a world turned upside down. The novel promises a blend of suspense, gore, and emotional depth as the characters confront both external dangers and their inner struggles.