Realism Invictus

If a child is born with a godlike command of magic, they are no longer human. Caspian Dawson has the innate ability to see the metaphysical forces behind magic and understands the craft like no one else, which is both a blessing and a curse. A blessing, because Caspian is the most powerful magician on Earth. A curse, because his power has isolated him from humanity since he was a child. In a world where magic is an arcane science, the remnant of the Kingdom of Britannia struggles to maintain its place on the global stage. And if that wasn't enough, the squabbling noble houses with high magical capacity threaten to tear the nation apart from within. Now, with the kingdom embroiled in a global cold war, graduate student Caspian Dawson is finally ready to flex his wings and show the world what he can do, all while concealing his true identity from the most powerful sorceress in the kingdom: his lover and classmate, Jessamine. This story is slow-burn, character-focused magic realism, with intense and gory action scenes and mature topics, but no explicit R18 content. Instead, maturity is leveraged to increase the drama of character interactions. It's not for everyone, but if you're a fan of dark, revenge, twisted power fantasies, this might be for you.

In a world where superpowers are common, heroism has become the biggest industry, with top heroes standing as untouchable icons. But not all heroes are superstars—some are just background extras. Adam Vance is one of them. As a mere E-Class sidekick with a weak ability, he's nothing more than a glorified errand boy for a D-Class hero who barely qualifies as one himself. Underpaid, overlooked, and mocked, Adam knows this world dosent care about nobodies like him. But everything changes when a powerful villain rampages through the city, and Adam gets his time to shine. With civilians in danger and a child trapped under rubble, Adam faces a choice: walk away like a nobody or step up like a hero. Charging into battle with nothing but determination and his so called useless power, Adam unknowingly sets into motion events that will shake the entire hero world. As he rises, so do the challenges. Media observation, jealous rivals, corrupt organizations, and hidden truths about the hero industry all threaten to break him before he can even touch greatness. This is the story where he stops being a sidekick—and starts carving his own legend. *** Additional tags #Showbiz #Gritty Realism #Hero Society #Hidden Potential #Live Broadcast Battles #Overcoming Limits *** I hope you enjoy reading this. [WPC-March-2025 Entry!!]

Nolan Jones, the best Rank 1 in Celesta Online, A BRRPG video hyper-realistic game. Due to an online scandel, he loses his job and reputation in the gaming community. Everyone starts to treat him as an villain. Despite that, he continues to play Celesta Online. One day, he gets a strange job offer as a beta tester. Due to lack of funds, Nolan hesitantly agrees. The very next moment, he woke in the game itself. To win this time he has to complete the given quest which is to establish an empire. The main problem is that Nolan's new identity is a bug, an insectoid to be specific. How can he create an empire while being an insect? Nolan uses his game knowledge to navigate through many obstacles to complete this quest, his ego as an Rank 1 player won't let him accept defeat. But as he progresses, he discovers the dark truth about Celesta Online. He didn't randomly receive the email. The story follows Nolan's attempts to complete the quest. This isn't a linear slow paced kingdom building story, it has realism and twists. He will cheat, trick or abandon his people just to have chance at completing this quest. (Note:: Two chapters are uploaded everyday. If you want more feel free to comment. Be nice.)

[Realism] [High-IQ Crime] [Peak Mental Duel] [No Female Lead] [Logic Enthusiast] The police received a call. A person who claimed to be the Ghost said that he was going to kill someone in three days. What's more, the other party hoped that the police could immediately dispatch officers to protect this person, and he intended to complete the hunt under the police's tight protection. In response to this, the police attached great importance to it and made thorough arrangements. When the three-day period arrived, the result was beyond everyone's belief. The target was dead! However, this was just the beginning. The Ghost's goal was to complete 99 perfect crimes and kill 99 enemies. Thus, one perfect crime after another occurred, and the biggest serial murder case in history came into being!

After being mortally wounded in a terrorist attack, our protagonist wakes up after a long, dark sleep, in a world completely different from the one he knew. To make matters worse, much of his memory is blurred and the most important "pillar" of his life, his younger sister, was possibly dragged into this world as well. In a futuristic fantasy world where it is replete with magic and swords, our protagonist will do anything to find his only relative, even if it means having to bring half the world under his control. Luckily, shortly after his arrival in this new world, our protagonist meets a ghost named Gen who claims to have been a hero in his time of life. Having a great variety of knowledge and mastery over advanced magic, this one decides to teach everything he knows to the protagonist in exchange for a condition. The more he explores this world, the more variety of people our protagonist will meet. And among these people, there will be many who will show great power and talent, which the protagonist will try to bring them under his control in order to use them to complete his goal. ----- Tags: Action - Adventure - Comedy - Drama - Fantasy - Harem - Magic - Magical Realism - Magical Technology - Romance - Sci-fi - Slice of Life - Supernatural - Tragedy - Dark - Gore - Isekai - Mythology - Mythical Creatures - Character Growth - Male Protagonist - Cautious Protagonist - Clever Protagonist - Cunning Protagonist - Confident Protagonist - Charismatic Protagonist - Calm Protagonist - Determined Protagonist - Genius Protagonist - Hated Protagonist - Underestimated Protagonist - Unlucky Protagonist - Overpowered Protagonist - Overpowered allies - Overpowered enemies - Enemies Become Allies - Enemies Become Lovers - Mystery - Mysterious Past - Psychological - Artifacts - Brainwashing - Kuudere - Loli - Yandere - Maids - Servants - Psychopaths - Possessive Characters - Quirky Characters - Royalty - Multiple Reincarnated Individuals - Monster Girls - Obsessive Love - Overprotective Siblings - Brother Complex - Sister Complex - Past Trauma - Wars. ----- Warning: English is not my first language, so I am using translator to share my story. ----- Important: This novel is a completely original work of mine. Also, this is my first time writing a novel, so I'm sorry if there are any spelling mistakes or errors in the writing. The cover image is not mine.

Luego de ser mortalmente herido en un ataque terrorista, nuestro protagonista despierta luego de un largo y oscuro sueño, en un mundo completamente diferente al que conocía. Para empeorar las cosas, gran parte de su memoria está borrosa y el "pilar" más importante de su vida, su hermana menor, posiblemente también fue arrastrado a este mundo. En un mundo de fantasía futurista donde está repleto de magia y espadas, nuestro protagonista hará lo que sea para encontrar a su único pariente, incluso si eso significa tener que poner medio mundo bajo su control. Por suerte, poco tiempo después de su llegada a este nuevo mundo, nuestro protagonista conoce a un fantasma llamado Gen que dice haber sido un héroe en su época de vida. Teniendo una gran variedad de conocimiento y dominio sobre la magia avanzada, este decide enseñarle todo lo que sabe al protagonista a cambio de una condición. A medida que más explora este mundo, más variedad de gente conocerá nuestro protagonista. Y entre esa gente, habrá muchos que mostrarán tener un gran poder y talento la cual el protagonista tratará de ponerlos bajo su control con fin de usarlos para completar su objetivo. ----- Tags: Action - Adventure - Comedy - Drama - Fantasy - Harem - Magic - Magical Realism - Magical Technology - Romance - Sci-fi - Slice of Life - Supernatural - Tragedy - Dark - Gore - Isekai - Mythology - Mythical Creatures - Character Growth - Male Protagonist - Cautious Protagonist - Clever Protagonist - Cunning Protagonist - Confident Protagonist - Charismatic Protagonist - Calm Protagonist - Determined Protagonist - Genius Protagonist - Hated Protagonist - Underestimated Protagonist - Unlucky Protagonist - Overpowered Protagonist - Overpowered allies - Overpowered enemies - Enemies Become Allies - Enemies Become Lovers - Mystery - Mysterious Past - Psychological - Artifacts - Brainwashing - Kuudere - Loli - Yandere - Maids - Servants - Psychopaths - Possessive Characters - Quirky Characters - Royalty - Multiple Reincarnated Individuals - Monster Girls - Obsessive Love - Overprotective Siblings - Brother Complex - Sister Complex - Past Trauma - Wars. ----- Importante: Esta novela es una obra original mía. La imagen de la portada no es mía.

Infinite Frontier, a VRMMORPG with 99.999% realism came to reality and man was it a mess. Sun Zan died in one of the government's desperate nuclear raids, luckily he was reincarnated as an NPC in Infinite Frontier a year before the game's descent. *Ding* [You have received the favour of the Infinity Goddess Ophelia. Divine Blessing: Blessings of the Infinite Goddess Ophelia – Infinite Dungeon Divine Protection: Protection of the Infinite Goddess Ophelia – Infinite Retries]

TrueSoul is the first ever game to promise a 100% realism as a VRMMORPG. Due to the bad reputation of MMORPG games doing cash grabs, failing to meet expectations, and being dissapointing among other problems, many didn't trust the game. But after it's release everyone was shocked to discover that it was exactly what it advertised, and even more! And now Alex, a young man with a passion for guns wants to join the game! Will he rise through the ranks becoming a top player or will he remain a casual player? Life was never what Alex wanted and maybe this is his chance to enjoy something for once!

In the heart of the steampunk city of Babel, Jesper awakens to a world forever changed. After mysteriously rising from his own grave, he finds himself disoriented and alone without anything but the fool card. Clutching a cryptic letter from his uncle and a sinister Fool card, Jesper is thrust into a labyrinth of secrets and unexplainable mysteries. Navigating the bustling, gear-laden streets of Babel, Jesper encounters enigmatic figures and uncovers hidden truths about the city’s dark underbelly. Each step deeper into the mystery reveals a city teeming with magical realism—where machines whisper secrets and the line between the living and the dead blurs. Jesper's journey is marked by unsettling encounters and haunting visions, pushing him to question the nature of reality and his own sanity. Guided by the Fool card’s cryptic clues, he must unravel the truth behind his resurrection and the sinister forces at play. As Jesper delves deeper, he discovers a hidden network of night hunters and arcane practitioners who hold the key to Babel’s dark secrets. In a world where magic and machinery intertwine, Jesper must navigate treacherous alliances and deadly enemies to uncover the truth and reclaim his lost life. "This is the beginning of the Fool's journey within the abyss - or should i say mine is." - Jesper Hasington.

Léonard Dumont, a 16-year-old French teenager and geek of the SCP Foundation's myths, one day receives a notification on his computer from the SCP Foundation Management System. His duty is to build the SCP Foundation has The Administrator of the Foundation. This story is a mix of several canons of the Foundation. Mix everything with our own real world to add a weight of realism to all this. This is my very first story, I hope you will enjoy it and I am open to all criticism and comments.

A boy walk on path of blood and revenge after he loses his brother in circumstantial crisis. But what is the end of his journey? Revenge or salvation? ***** Story is neither set in old nor in futuristic timeline, which gives possibilities of realism cinematic world. While It seems bloody from the start but I assure you there's sweat and lots of white stuff bursting ahead, If you know what I mean. R18 alert!!!! Adult alert!!!! Nudity alert!!!! Harem alert!!!! I know I said realism but not in this regard, I guess I can't help it. ******

{Check out my new novel, Misunderstood Villain: Heroines Mourn My Death} 'Born In Ruins' was a forgettable read. That was the only way Emir could describe the pages of the novel he had found himself reincarnated into. The young man barely knew anything, but the snippets he had recalled only caused him unending sorrow... As what awaited him was only tragedy and an early death. It was a depressing story, one that he had planned to flip on its head—all for his salvation. — In this post-apocalyptic world, monsters fought humans and cyborgs in a battle for survival on a scale greater than ever before. A world where innocence and death were a luxury, where the line between heroes and villains was razor-thin. Within its expanse, 'Ancient Clans,' 'Galactic Federations,' 'Factions', and 'Corporations' presided over colossal 'Ruins' that dwarfed the concept of life itself. Survivors of the 'Third World War' continuously dove into the 'Old World,' 'Hunting' for 'Relics' in any ruin that they could find on Earth, desperate to reclaim 'Lost' technology, to stand a fighting chance against the inevitable. But it appeared that 'Earthkind' had met their match. …However, Emir would never allow that fate to take its course. — Emir unraveled layers of the tale and realized the truth of the world. He acquainted himself with the rules of this game before it fully consumed him. And now... no longer content with mere survival, he sought to dominate over the very fabric of this unforgiving universe. Emir shall rise from the pawn he once was, seeking to unravel the mysteries that hounded him. The boundaries of 'Aether,' his father’s disappearance, the noose hanging above his family’s head, and of course… his starless destiny, a fate he longed to control. This pursuit would earn him the epithet: "Prince Of The Fallen." ---------------------------------------------- *Tags: Reincarnation ;), Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Magical Realism, Academy (Volume 3), Romance, Apocalypse, {Anti-Hero. Villain.} *Expect this novel to start slowly; it begins ramping up at the halfway point of volume 1. *The Magic System is introduced at the end of volume 1, read my review and Auxiliary chapter for more on that. *Warning: The main characters have emotions like proper humans. So don't expect your usual emo kid as the MC and come complaining later.

A full dive VR game has been released, A New World. While it is not the only VR game in the world, this one has one advantage over others: Being able to play it even while sleeping. Like one would think, many people jumped to try and claim the first headsets. Mostly gamers, but some other types of people too. Our MC, Eldrian, is naturally a gamer who could not wait but to try it. Quickly he and everyone else who bought the headsets found themselves in a world, not just a game. While realism is nice and all, the amount they were given was just too much... Players started taking emotional tolls from playing the game, and when the company made a shocking announcement. This was amplified. -------------------------- Chapter Length: 1500-2000 words (Chapters 1-390ish) Chapter Length: 1200-1400 words (Chapters 390-1000ish) Chapter Length: 1500-2000 words (Chapters 1000ish-?) Updates: Once a month (I'll try, but work life isn't easy). --------------------------

"What if love isn't a grand gesture or a quiet goodbye-but the messy, uncharted space in between?" In a world where Bollywood dreams collide with indie-film realism, Sidharth and Amritha are two souls bound by years of almost-conversations. He's the eternal optimist, quoting sunsets and Kal Ho Naa Ho, convinced love is a flame meant to burn bright, even if it consumes him. She's the sharp-tongued realist, annotating Sylvia Plath and 500 Days of Summer, certain love is a lesson, not a fairy tale. A story for anyone who's wondered: Is love worth the risk if it doesn't last forever? Or is forever just the sum of all the risks we take? The Unscripted Hearts is a piercingly honest ode to love's contradictions-where the right person can feel like the wrong time, and the wrong words can still rewrite your heart.

Mathew Bale was a boy looking for his place in the world. His debut as a hero turned into the biggest mistake of his life; taken in and molded by the government to be their personal nuke, he knew enough about the world to live in the grey area. His classified background was nothing to scoff at too. After everything he's been through he figured living his life as a hero for hire with his number on speed dial by the government was hey OK, his freedom didn't come easy either. He was relatively strong as a solo hero, top 20 on the world ranking, and he was perfectly comfortable lazing around on his couch in his one-man apartment leaving off of pizza and fizzy drinks, playing video games, watching movies, reading comics, and getting high out of his mind for the rest of his life. Heroing has become somewhat of a hobby for him now despite his childhood dreams. Sadly for him a small relatively unknown family known as the Greysons existed and Mark Greyson just got his powers.

What happens when a 7-year-old kid gets kidnapped for what people call "entertainment"? What will happen to a kid that is sent to a place where it is either kill or be killed along with other kids? --12 years passed-- "Hey, did you hear about that new game coming out?" "Yeah, what is it called again?" "Find Fate Online" ------------------------------- This is not real so please do not put logic nor other logical stuff in this story -------------------------------- While this is an unrealistic story, I try to at least have a modicum of realism in there. --------------------------------- This is a harem but It's not a large harem. It is 2-5 girls in the harem. I have no idea since I don't even know where the story is going to go. I try to develop the girls, so they are not braindead with no personality women. --------------------------------- I try to update but if I don't then whatever.

Long ago in the high mountains of a secret empire, there were two powerful kingdoms split by the vast sea. One, a kingdom of fierce fire and power, full of mighty warriors and valiant royals. Their weapons ignited with flames of passion, and their skills were unmatched due to their discipline. A castle made of embers deemed it's walls untouchable to any foe. This kingdom was called the Crimson Demesne. Across the coastline, on the opposite cliff's peak, stood a vigorous, yet elegant castle, made by the grace of the stars. It is called the Steller Estate. Where hallways are finely plated with constellations of each record of the night sky. The shining silver and sapphire blades held by the royals were enlightened by stardust, reaching power beyond any imagination. These two kingdoms remained isolated from each other, for the two had long history of conflicts for power and rule over The Empire of Deargach Réaltaí. Countless bloody battles over crowns and thrones lead to the empire losing many adorn leaders. … Decades later, when the new kings and queens of both kingdoms were crowned, the Crimsons vowed to make amends with the Stellars and end the times of reckless exchange. Although, the villagers from both kingdoms still had their own disputes about the matter. Time will only tell who is really to trust.

A short story somewhat "magical realism" about how superstition, unlucky beliefs and the feeling of loneliness can suffer setbacks that no one can stop... Just live.

The fantastical tale of a Survivor, with fantasy mixed in. For those who like light reads, or simple narratives, turn away. Your heart will water, your eyes will break and vice versa. But if you like it hot and heavy, with plenty of drama and 'all-too-realism', we've got you! please note that this is a tale of someone real, with things changed, for privacy reasons, but with fantasy mixed in, because, come on, noone wants a straight sob story. so the story will suddenly, sharply diverge from reality, as it simply is what was felt at the time. but if you can handle that, and haven't been turned off yet, then I personally invite you to get a drink, grab a blanket, cuddle up to the fire, and listen carefully. For I am the Teller of Tales, and the Weaver of Dreams.

[The first arc is about obtaining the system, so please be patient and give the story a try! I promise it will be worth it.] In a world where gods have erected a worldly monument, the "Tower of Yggdrasil," people are drawn to its impossible challenges. This towering structure pierces the heavens, concealing both unimaginable beasts and priceless treasures within its unforgiving depths. Enter the realm of "Adventurers" – daring souls who ascend the Tower's brutal floors in pursuit of glory. The fortunate ones secure the sponsorship of gods, gaining their Blessings to wield divine power in the face of peril. Yet, amidst this celestial lottery, Bastian, an unfortunate adventurer, remains unblessed, navigating the treacherous terrain with only caution and cunning. As Bastian teeters on the brink of death, a mysterious voice intervenes, offering him a lifeline: [Prometheus System Awakened] Becoming a chosen “Invictus”--a person chosen as the champion of their god, he finds himself in the ranks of legends, having to learn all too quickly to adjust. He must defy the odds, unravel the mysteries of Yggdrasil, and face the trials that await beyond the clouds, making either ally or foe of other Invictus, and the gods that dwell in Yggdrasil.

Born into a noble family but cast aside for his perceived lack of talent, a young baron is sent to manage a remote, neglected territory bordering the perilous Warcraft Forest. Struggling with initial despair, he uncovers a unique system that grants him knowledge and resources. Armed with this newfound power, he embarks on a journey to reform his barony, introduce groundbreaking technologies, and master elemental magic. As he transforms his forgotten land, he encounters various challenges and adversaries, all while striving to build a powerful empire. With a rational and strategic mindset, he navigates through wars, political intrigues, and societal changes to elevate his barony into a formidable force. **Warning:** This novel contains harem elements, with an expected 3 members. The current arc focuses on the protagonist's growth, and no romance will be featured. **What to Expect:** - **Protagonist's Growth**: -**Technological Innovations** - **Diverse POVs** - **Elemental Magic** - **Strategic Warfare** - **Kingdom Building** - **Circumstances and Realism**

Towers fell like hail from a bleak sky, striking a desolate world and giving a perishing people hope—only to doom them. Here is a saga of the fallen: one for worlds like yours, yet unscarred by the Towerfall, as told by a harbinger who failed his own world—yet may save yours—a man who became a god among mortals: Aeon, Long-May-He-Live, of the Guilds Dead. Towerdeity bless his soul. What to expect: A hybrid of a dungeon-crawling RPG and a gritty, survival-based economy sim, with hints of sci-fi realism. Updates 1-3 times a week.

She closed her eyes waiting for the worse . . . "Please, don't hurt me." Instead of pain, she felt his hand moving across her face. . . "I won't, after all, are you not my master?" (A slow-pacing action, romance, fantasy, a little bit of psychology and realism)

Luke’s life has never been easy. Barely scraping by in the bustling metropolis of Yerana City, he spends his days washing plates in a rundown restaurant and dreaming of a better future. When a groundbreaking VR game, Morpheus Online, promises unparalleled realism and even the chance to make money in a connected real-world economy, Luke sees an opportunity to turn his life around. But Morpheus Online isn’t just a game. As Luke immerses himself in the stunning medieval landscapes and climbs his way from a humble commoner to something greater, he begins to notice strange overlaps between the virtual and real worlds. Rumors whisper of players who grow stronger in real life as they level up in-game, and unexplained phenomena hint at a deeper connection between the two realities. What starts as a dream of escape becomes a race to understand the truth. In this world where stats, skills, and strength can be earned—or lost—will Luke rise to the challenge and reshape his destiny, or will the line between reality and fantasy shatter completely?

Arvind Brostfohood, a genius CEO, created Stone of Life Online (SOLO), a VR game revolutionizing gaming with its realism and depth. To explore his creation, he entered the world of SOLO using a developer account granting him unlimited powers. But what began as an experiment turned into tragedy when he lost control of his debug tools and found himself reincarnated in SOLO as a regular character. Stripped of his developer privileges, Arvind must navigate this immersive world, uncover its secrets, and find his purpose—all while experiencing the adventure of a lifetime.

The Earth as you know it is over. Mysterious beings called Spirits are looking for their Emissaries. You can trust no one in this apocalyptic world. Anything can happen at anytime. Laws of Physics are a joke now. Can our heroes survive and uncover the secrets of the universe?

Cain was living his best life as the leader of CROSS, a gang ruling Zone A, District 4. At 21, thanks to constant cigarettes and booze, he looked older than his years. He didn’t finish college or have a job, but he made a living through “guard fees” from local markets and his shady side business. One night, his life turned upside down when a shooting star crashed through his window, transforming into a cute fairy girl in a pink dress and rabbit hat, who declared herself the Idol-Idol Goddess! Now, Cain has to juggle being a gang leader and a rising idol star. Can he balance both lives without blowing his cover? [RPG System Style. No Harem. Drama. Romance. Face Slapping. Idol. Magical Realism. Urban Setting. Beautiful Female Lead. Strong ML. Smart ML. Handsome ML. Cold ML] XD

I used to be fan of Cyberpunk 2310. It was an unpopular game, but i liked it for its realism. However, one day, everything changed. My strong, badass character turned into a frail-looking teenager Logs on my screen made me beyond scared [Death is permanent] [Logout function desactivated] Alone in a game that millions failed to complete, I felt hopeless.

Battle City, a prestigious tournament held a city torn between chaos and order, has started it's anticipated fourth season. A lone-wolf named Estelle emerges from the shadows as an enigmatic force, driven by an insatiable desire for recognition and personal against against authority. As the battles unfold within the tournament, Estelle becomes an agent of change in the city's power dynamics. Through her unmatched strategic prowess, she challenges the established norms and ideals that the ruling teams represent. Her remarkable abilities, combined with her steadfast belief in justice and individuality, create ripples that disturb the status quo. Through magical realism and the ongoing Battle City tournament, Estelle's journey offers a powerful exploration of the transformative power of one person's quest against a backdrop of systemic control and societal expectations.

[Ding! You have killed the Great Outer God, Azathoth.] [Ding! Do you want to resurrect the dead Outer God and turn him into your puppet?] … After being killed by a ‘stray’ bullet, James wakes up only to find himself reincarnated as a young man with incomplete memories, ‘abandoned’ in a cave with his little sister, Minji. He soon discovers he’s in a world that combines the elements of Beast Master, Eastern Fantasy, and Magical Realism. In this new fantasy realm where the strong are respected and the weak are trampled, James awakens an OP system that can upgrade his rank as long as he has money. Thus, James is determined to become a successful businessman once more, since he also recognizes the potential of leveraging the system’s functions to amass wealth. [Ding! Do you want to refine your pet’s Evolution Pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the breakthrough Martial God pill?] [Ding! Do you want to refine the Heavenly Dragon Sword?] …. Later, James also discovers that the ‘earth’ has evolved after dungeons started to appear and towers that rose from the ground, where these connect the earth and the world where James is currently in through space teleportation. Upon returning to ‘earth’ to check the situation there, he finds out that his death wasn’t caused by a ‘stray’ bullet but rather was orchestrated by someone James trusts the most. Follow James on his journey, where he takes revenge on his killer in his first life, and uncovers the mystery of ‘why was he reincarnated into this world and why his family in this life abandoned him and Minji’ while pursuing his new goal of becoming the strongest. ----------------------------------------------------- [WPC August Entry] ALL SUPPORT is appreciated. Don’t hesitate to add it to your library and give Power Stone!!