Speed Cube Competition

Kotarō Nozomi is fluent in English—but not in speaking. Not in front of others. Quiet, observant, and chronically self-edited, he’s somehow drafted into his class’s English Debate Competition… and has no idea how to say no. Paired with Haruka—a bold, expressive club member—and Watanabe, who barely tries, Kotarō finds himself stuck between silence and expectation. At first, standing at the podium feels impossible. But when the tournament begins and he finally opens his mouth… something changes. From makeshift practice rooms to official matches, Kotarō starts to learn how to speak under pressure, how to argue with purpose—and how language can connect more than it divides. A slow-burn, grounded school drama about anxiety, competitive debate, unexpected growth, and the people who force us to speak—whether we’re ready or not.

A prestigious university. A bunch of troublemakers. A rival university. And a competition that will decide the fate of the rising band, Four of Clubs. What happens when the cold hearted Angel cross paths with the fierce demon? One famous for his magnetic charms and the other known for his stoic nature. One who burns in passion and the other desperate to fulfill one's deathbed wish. Are 180 days enough to bring two desperate hearts together? #enemiestolovers #boyband #popularity #Boy×Boy #competition #teamwork #friends #music #badboy

One moment, Sydney was just a normal student. The next, he was falling through a glowing magic circle into a world that made no sense. Armed with a mysterious cube, a sarcastic guidebook, and zero survival skills, he finds himself trapped in a reality that plays by strange rules. Monsters, magic, and madness—this world isn’t just dangerous. It’s a game… and someone’s watching. As more of his classmates begin to appear—each with their own unique tools and struggles—the rules get harder, the trials deadlier, and the mystery deeper. Why were they chosen? Who’s pulling the strings behind the curtain? And what happens when the game stops being a game? In this twisted, magical survival world, building trust may be the only way to survive. But nothing—and no one—is ever as they seem.

The people of Earth have been summoned once again. Scientists document six extinction events in Earth's history, but none of them were as natural as they claimed. Sylas and his family have been called back to the Browns, a family of billionaire elites with assets reaching into the trillions. He isn't sure what to expect until he touches a floating bronze cube that changes his life. [Bronze City Stele] [Status: Dormant] [Time to Activation: 04:13:38] Unfortunately, there's only one Stele and the Browns have already decided upon their candidates. If Sylas wants to control his own fate, he'll have to enter the Trial. Now, woefully unprepared, and stuck in a world filled with the extinct creatures of Earth, he'll have to carve out his own opportunity... whether the Browns like it or not. ======================== https://discord.gg/awespec instagram: @awespec_

Light and color, sound and scent; Clothing, food, shelter, transportation, smartphones, computers; Burning, freezing, friction, explosion, thunder, rain, growth, decay; All material changes and chemical phenomena; Our bodies, our thoughts, our world— were all built upon electromagnetic interactions! Whoever could control electromagnetic forces, they would be the tyrant who dominated the world! However, electromagnetism is too profound for us, so let us start by learning how to "Discharge"...

This book features a slice-of-life style with minimal system presence, welcome to enjoy. [Theoretically, this system can target any cognitive being in the universe.] [After selecting a target, the host will randomly acquire the target's skill level and talent.] [When the target is of the same gender, skill experience acquisition speed +50%, skill level cap -50%.] [When the target is of a different species, trigger 404 aura, skill experience acquisition speed +100%, instant death probability +99%.] [After a failed targeting, the punishment mechanism is activated, halving the host's basic stats, entering an absolute weak state, and resetting skill levels.] Traversing into this world, Bai Chuan Ze Ping observes this problematic system, then looks at the top student and beautiful girl of the class... Hmm, perhaps... this classmate could be a fine learning companion. PS: This book is also known as "My Talent Comes from My Girlfriend."

"——Dimensional Cube User Manual——" "One: The Dimensional Cube can automatically absorb energy from the dimension, once a month, it may randomly open a dimensional passage for Dimensional Travel." "Two: The Dimensional Cube has the feature to convert different Dimension Power, available for use at any time." "Three: The Dimensional Cube includes a storage space, available for use at any time." "Four:......" This is the story of a man who once was unable to choose his own future, who in this life vowed to live for himself. Carrying the Dimensional Cube, Reiger arrived in a world of swords and magic, wandering through various dimensions, hoping to find redemption in this alternate world.

Ding! The first function is activated, and automatic training is turned on. The training speed is equal to the super evil!” “Ding! The function upgrades, the training speed doubles, the function upgrades, the training speed doubles!” “Ding! The second function is activated, turn on automatic martial arts…” “Ding! The third function is activated…” Is it difficult to practice? I’m sorry that one day of cultivation is equivalent to decades of cultivation for you! Is it difficult to practice? Sorry, I can easily learn countless exercises without doing anything! Alchemy is difficult? I’m sorry that my pill will be moldy if I can’t finish it! … After Su Lang passed through, he obtained a one-click training system, which is getting stronger every second! From now on, sling everything, the world has no enemies!

Luca Moretti, a 19-year-old rookie from Italy, is signed to a mid-tier Formula 1 team, Vortex GP, after dominating the Formula 2 championship. Facing intense pressure, politics, and cutthroat rivalries, he must prove he belongs at the pinnacle of motorsport — while uncovering a dark secret behind the sudden retirement of a former champion. As the season unfolds, Luca faces fierce competition from veterans, team sabotage, media storms, and personal loss — but also moments of triumph, brotherhood, and breathtaking speed.

Alfred, a history teacher on Earth is suddenly thrown into the body of Prince Alfred Lindonfall, the twelve-year-old prince and heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Ammar. With the abrupt death of his father, the responsibility to rule a Kingdom falls on his shoulders. Having to navigate a medieval court and world, his journey to creating an empire and putting his knowledge into practice sees him become a man he never knew he could be, being shaped by the new world and unique circumstances he faces. There are many characters who get a lot of focus and can be called a lead in their own right, but I won't put their character descriptions in as it would be too much of a spoiler for chapters in future. A map of the main continent in in the comments of the first chapter. Just know its not a commissioned work of art but something rough I made so readers will have an understanding of the worlds borders and design. Cover Art: not mine so here is the credit. https://www.pinterest.co.uk/pin/351912463658203/

Short Introduction: In an elite private high school where grades determine everything, 17-year-old Adrian Vale is the unshakable top student. Known for his calm, composed personality and breathtaking looks, he has only one thorn in his side—Rowan Blackwood. Rowan, his smug academic rival, is brilliant, charming, and infuriatingly competitive. To Adrian, Rowan is an arrogant nuisance. But unknown to him, Rowan has been obsessed with him for years. From petty competitions to secret stares, Rowan masks his fixation behind a rivalry. But how long can you pretend to hate the person you want most?

A rogue drifter returns to race, rebel, and rewrite fate in a world where speed means survival.

A young aspiring racer has to face different obstacles on the road before he reaches the finish line. Kairo Rosales knows that he is the king of the road—battling against the speed of light reaching the finish line. However, sudden turns of event lead him to a different race; the race of his life. No more brakes, just breaking limits—pushing the gas pedal until the final lap.

A word of advice for surviving a place like Schroon Falls: If a ghost offers you a job, take the money. The dead, after all, are famously bad with paperwork. Just be careful. In a town of crumbling manors and modernist cubes, every shadow has an angle and every echo has an agenda. The most convincing hauntings aren’t about the ghosts themselves, but about the person they’ve chosen to speak through. Sanity is negotiable. Rent is not.

In a world where humans from have discovered a way to tap into the powers of the omniscient realm , Kealin Thompson is granted a system that allows him to control time and space , and becomes the vessel for a God.

In the year 2091, Earth ran on smart cities, drone deliveries, endless exams, and mild existential dread. Everything was boringly stable—until one Tuesday evening, the sky glitched. > “Ding! Population: 10 Billion. Phase 2 Initiated. Begin Cosmic Protocol.” And reality broke. Portals opened. The laws of physics updated. Every human—student, soldier, or sandwich vendor—was forcibly enrolled into a universe-sized game of classes, quests, and utterly unfair cosmic mechanics. This is the story of Everett Miracle, an 18-year-old who just wanted to pass his college entrance exams… but instead pulled the legendary (and possibly bugged) class: > Cube of Becoming. (Yes. An actual cube. No refunds.) Now, stuck between worlds and saddled with a sarcastic system, a semi-sentient cube companion, and a growing list of completely insane responsibilities, Everett must survive bizarre creatures, broken powers, and increasingly unhinged allies. The fate of the multiverse may or may not depend on him. He would really prefer it didn’t. --- Patreon: [miracle_cube123] Updates: Weekly/Chaotic/Powered by Snacks

In the messy teenage years, between the competition of the cruel worldly pleasure of glory, disdain for the feelings of the subjects. A boy who tries to escape from the dead race.

Jane Evans, a sophomore desperate to win the dance competition and finally step into the spotlight, takes a leap of faith—pairing up with a senior far from her world. What starts as a chance to escape her tragic past soon turns into something deeper… love. But fate has other plans. Their once-peaceful campus isn’t as safe as it seems. Disappearing students. Unanswered whispers. Secrets buried beneath the polished halls. As the competition draws near, so does the darkness lurking in the shadows. Will they unveil the truth, or become a part of it?

Betrayed and cast from the floating Sky City of Azra, Rin lands in the brutal Down World, where survival means power. Rescued by the enigmatic Engine, he’s thrust into a world of outlaws, ancient forces, and deadly politics. Meanwhile, pirates clash with divine warriors, and a shadowy war looms over the world. At a fateful wedding, Rin earns the respect of the infamous Valdo and an invitation to "The Cube," a secret gathering that could change everything. But as powerful enemies rise, Rin must forge his own path—because in a world ruled by betrayal, only the strongest can take back what they’ve lost.

At 15, Takeshi Morin was the future of alpine skiing. 16 Now, he’s just a ghost, a shell of his former self, can he make a swift return to the competitive scene. Born in the heart of the French Alps to a Japanese mother and French father, Takeshi Laurent Morin was raised on snow and speed. A prodigy in alpine skiing—slalom, giant slalom, downhill—he was ranked number one in the world for his age. His destiny was carved into the mountain itself. But when his mother, a world champion skier, dies in a tragic training accident, everything unravels. Days later, his father takes his own life, leaving Takeshi behind in a silence too heavy to bear. Stricken with grief and guilt, he withdraws from competition. What once felt like freedom on skis becomes suffocating. He drops from the national circuit, isolates himself in the mountains, and devotes himself to caring for his grandmother, the last remaining piece of his fractured family. But even that slips away when a heated outburst leads to her sudden death—another loss he believes he caused. Takeshi quits skiing for good. Though he remains one of the most gifted alpine racers on the planet, the sport has become a graveyard of memories he can’t outrun. When he’s sent to live in Japan with his aunt—a stern but kind headmistress of an elite international school for winter athletes—Takeshi is thrown into a new world of rigid schedules, elite training, and old rivals. The school operates across five countries, with each branch competing every year. Takeshi is to enrol in the Japanese branch, with its winter campus nestled in the mountains of Nagano. It's built to shape champions in alpine and freestyle skiing, snowboarding, and more. It’s everything he once wanted—except now, he wants nothing to do with it. Forced into competition, Takeshi is haunted by the very mountains he must conquer. As the international interschool alpine circuit approaches, hosted by the French branch in the very region where he grew up and classmates from his past reappear on rival teams, he must confront the trauma, guilt, and pressure. They have buried his love of skiing. To heal, he’ll have to descend into the past—before he can climb back toward the future. Set against the icy precision and breakneck speed of elite alpine skiing, Ghost of the Slopes is a powerful coming-of-age story about loss, survival, and rediscovering who you are when everything you loved is gone.

All he ever wanted in life was to become a football player. However, due to his lack of talent, that dream never came true. While he was "playing" football with some kids, the ball ended up being kicked out of the small field they were in. When he went to retrieve it, a lightning bolt struck him. Thinking that this would be the end of his life, the man made one last wish before finally closing his eyes. And, to his luck, it was granted. But not in the way he had imagined.

INTRODUCTION Roger a person from the 23rd century finds himself in front of the chaos gods. He found that they were going to send him some power and help him go to another world in exchange for having them test the power and let them see the power of the skill. He was arrogant but was later taught to respect the gods. He decides to accept the gods as he did not want to be a normal person as he wanted to have a powerful being and stand at the top. Roger gets the blessing of the god of speed to increase his speed by hundred times without any effect of impact on his body due to speeding up and found that he had a condensed soul giving him a saved body state, permanent memory and unlimited physical strength. Roger will live in the new world like the king.

One-line summary: The female lead has a beautiful appearance and seemingly warm personality, but is actually cold-hearted and extremely rational. She has stage-by-stage relationships and won’t two-time, but there will always be someone who secretly likes her. This novel has the following triggers, so if you’re sensitive to these, please don’t read: 1. The female lead has had many relationships, but she treated each one seriously and broke up properly. It’s just that the men unilaterally pestered her incessantly. For the female lead, when she doesn’t like someone anymore, she simply doesn’t like them. (This applies to her relationships with Male Lead 1, 2, 3, and 4 as well, but she’s loyal in each 1-on-1 relationship!) 2. In this novel, Male Lead 2 and the female lead kiss in a car, and Male Lead 1 sees it and beats up Male Lead 2. The female lead calls the police and sends both Male Lead 1 and 2 to the police station! Male Lead 1 begs the female lead not to break up with him. 3. Male Lead 1 has a gentle appearance but an obsessive personality. Male Lead 2 has a delicate and soft appearance, slightly green tea-like (two-faced). Male Lead 3 is a youthful college student and a smart person who has secretly liked the female lead for a long time. Male Lead 4 is the female lead’s father’s special assistant, a business elite with deep, hidden thoughts. 4. At the beginning of this novel, the female lead has already broken up with Male Lead 1 (Chapter 4) and gotten back together with Male Lead 2 (ex-boyfriend). 5. Enter with caution if you have triggers!!!

In the 432 thousanth year in the heavenly calendar, the dragon god of war Bahamut is banished to the earthly realm as the human Parker Grey, where he brings the strongest fighters in the world he can sense together into a competition called the Lord's Advent in order to find two gods that were banished long ago. But during the competition he's given a surprise when an old friend shows up instead.

Oswald never liked earth anyways after a freak accident while grocery shopping kills him on the spot Oz finds himself reborn in a foreign world behind towering walls, where monsters roam the wilds and humanity clings to survival behind awakened hunters who keep the Invaders in the dungeons Oz, having wasted his life on earth rotting away sees this as a new opportunity, one where he will be the only person to decide his destiny after a lucky awakening gives him the tools to climb to the top, his path becomes clear he’ll do what he needs to to fix the world, even if some rules need to be broken along the way “In a world built on numbers, speed isn’t everything. It’s the only thing.” “Tell me, have you ever been kicked at the speed of light?”

Everly's family lived in Tokyo for the past 10 years now. She tries her best in school and works at her families donut shop. Although life isn't always perfect. Her family situation isn't the best so she turns to what she loves most, street racing. Azriel has lived in Tokyo his whole life. One could say he has everything and if he doesn't, he could easily buy it. He belongs to a rich family who is never home. He turned to car meets for simple fun, until he grew a passion for it. Eventually they both meet each other and a new friendship flourishes. However, one night changes everything from what they know and who they can count on. Disclaimer: This is all fictional and do not try to pull off any of the actions done in the story. All names, locations, and details are for the story's purpose. Any real connection is a coincidence.

In the heart of Velocity City, a sprawling urban jungle known for its underground racing scene, 25-year-old Kayden Hart struggles to keep his father’s failing auto shop afloat. Known for his unparalleled skills in tuning engines, Kayden has a deep love for vintage Japanese cars, especially his Toyota AE86 Sprinter Trueno Apex, a hand-me-down from his late mother. Despite being considered outdated by modern standards, Kayden’s AE86 becomes a symbol of resilience, precision, and nostalgia in a world dominated by newer, sleeker models. On the other side of the city, Elena Voss, a 27-year-old investigative journalist, has a secret to uncover. She's after the truth about The Apex Run, a shadowy racing syndicate responsible for deadly accidents and rumored criminal activity. To gain entry into this clandestine world, Elena enlists Kayden’s help, offering to pay for his shop’s overdue debts in exchange for a partnership. Kayden reluctantly agrees, and together they enter The Apex Run, where racers showcase their souped-up machines. The competition includes a variety of iconic cars, such as: Toyota GT86: Driven by Kayden’s closest ally, Mia Takeda, a feisty racer with a knack for drifting. Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Black Series: Piloted by Victor "Phantom" Kane, Kayden’s ruthless rival with a history of sabotage. Nissan GT-R R35: A modern monster, driven by Marcus Steele, a millionaire playboy with a penchant for dirty tricks. Mazda RX-7 FD: Elena's undercover ride, secretly modified to hide surveillance tech. Characters: Kayden Hart: A scrappy, self-taught mechanic with a deep respect for classic cars. His AE86 is not just a car but a piece of his family legacy. He has a calm demeanor but harbors a fiery passion for racing. Elena Voss: Intelligent and headstrong, Elena has little knowledge about cars but learns quickly. She’s drawn to Kayden’s passion and begins to see racing as more than just a sport—it’s an art. Mia Takeda: Kayden’s childhood friend and confidante. She’s a fearless drifter with a Toyota GT86 built for speed and style. Victor "Phantom" Kane: A cold, calculating antagonist who will stop at nothing to win. His Mercedes-Benz AMG GT represents his obsession with perfection and power. Plot: Kayden and Elena form an unlikely bond as they navigate the dangerous world of underground racing. From neon-lit cityscapes to winding mountain roads, they face off against opponents in heart-pounding races. Their relationship grows deeper as Elena learns to appreciate the artistry of car culture, while Kayden finds himself opening up about his personal struggles. As the stakes escalate, the pair discovers that The Apex Run isn’t just about racing—it’s a front for illegal arms smuggling. Kayden’s decision to stand against the syndicate puts his life and Elena’s in grave danger. In a climactic showdown, Kayden races Phantom on a deadly mountain pass, where every twist and turn tests not only their driving skills but also their courage and loyalty. Cars in Detail: 1. Kayden’s Toyota AE86 Sprinter Trueno Apex: Classic black-and-white panda paint scheme. Modified with a high-revving 4A-GE engine, lightweight carbon-fiber panels, and advanced suspension for drifting. Equipped with nostalgic touches like a cassette player that Kayden refuses to replace. 2. Elena’s Mazda RX-7 FD: Bright yellow body with subtle black accents. Rotary engine tuned for both speed and stealth. Hidden compartments for her recording equipment. 3. Victor’s Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Black Series: Sleek matte black with crimson details. Twin-turbo V8 engine producing 730 horsepower. Designed for straight-line speed and intimidation. 4. Mia’s Toyota GT86: Metallic blue with silver racing stripes. Turbocharged engine and lightweight frame for drifting. Known for its aggressive styling and signature exhaust note.

Once upon a time in a modern city, a man died and was reincarnated into a body and a new mythical world. This world holding many secrets, and wonderous things, but he possessed something that was highly regarded in terms of importance and usability: SPEED. Join Noah on his quest to acquire great power, meet new people; while also discovering the many mysterious features of this new world he'll eventually learn to call his home. ___________ Disclaimer: The world In this book is absolutely nothing like Earth. Rules that apply on Earth may not apply in it. It's a fantasy novel. ____________ *Please note; the book cover doesn't belong to me*

Heroes and Hyperhumans is a story that follows the titular character, Anyi, as he navigates a challenging life of street hustling in Nigeria. The narrative begins with his struggles to provide for his ailing mother, who has Alzheimer's. Anyi's life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters a dying man who entrusts him with a glowing cube of mysterious power and a briefcase of money. The cube imbues Anyi with hyperhuman abilities, drawing him into a dangerous world of intrigue. Anyi faces the consequences of the cube's power, including his mother's tragic death at the hands of men searching for the artifact. He is introduced to NIHA (Nigerian Institute for Hyperhuman Advancement), where he begins to explore his powers and learn about a complex global organization. Alongside new allies, Anyi struggles with guilt, anger, and a quest for justice, while grappling with the unknown potential of his abilities. The narrative combines themes of survival, betrayal, loss, and self-discovery.

Speed Villain: The Fugitive from the Stars The dark chains around his wrists burned with a cruel, pulsating energy, a constant reminder that he was nothing but a slave. On Zypheron-5, a brutal planet ruled by warlords, Kael-X was bred for war—an experiment, a weapon, a tool. The Zypherian overlords had created him, pushing his body to its limit, granting him speed that defied light and strength that could shatter mountains. But Kael-X was never meant to be free. For years, he was forced to fight in the Colosseum of Zorrak, where champions from across the galaxy were pitted against him—gladiators, alien beasts, even machines designed to counter his power. None survived. He was undefeated. Yet, with every battle, he knew he was still a prisoner. A trophy killer for the Zypherian Empire. Until one day… he ran. The Great Escape It was during the Blood Eclipse, when the twin moons of Zypheron aligned, momentarily disrupting the energy field of the Colosseum. The warlords never suspected that even the slightest disturbance in their technology would give Kael-X his opportunity. With a surge of power, he shattered his restraints and ran—faster than any creature had ever moved. The guards didn’t even have time to react before he was a blur, a ghost vanishing from the arena. The city around him became a streak of neon lights and steel towers as he dashed toward the only thing that could get him off this cursed planet: The Warp Gate. Blasting through legions of soldiers, Kael-X leapt into the glowing portal, feeling his body stretch and twist as he was hurled through the cosmos. Arrival on Earth He crash-landed in a place unlike any he had ever seen. Earth. A city of towering skyscrapers, vehicles that crawled instead of flew, and people who were fragile beyond belief. They called this place New York City. He emerged from the wreckage of his impact, his body steaming from the atmospheric entry. Within moments, sirens filled the air. Earth’s warriors—men in blue uniforms with primitive weapons—surrounded him. They shouted commands, telling him to stay down. But Kael-X had spent his life being ordered around, being chained and controlled. He wouldn’t allow it again. He moved. Faster than bullets, he dismantled their weapons before they could even pull the trigger. To them, he was a phantom, a force of nature. They fired at where he had been seconds ago, but he was already behind them, disarming, dodging, vanishing into the city’s shadows. A Villain or a Hero? News spread fast. Reports of a "super-powered fugitive" tearing through the city filled the broadcasts. People called him a menace, a threat, a villain. Kael-X didn’t care. All his life, he had been forced to fight, to kill for the amusement of others. Now, he was free—but the world feared him. Governments sought to capture him, scientists wanted to study him, and those in power wished to control him. But no one would ever control him again. He became a legend. They called him Speed Villain, the man who could outrun lightning and strike with the force of a meteor. Some saw him as a savior—taking down criminals in the blink of an eye. Others saw him as a nightmare—a force too powerful to exist unchecked. But Kael-X had one mission: To never be a slave again. And anyone who tried to stop him… would learn what true speed really was. To Be Continued…