Reborn As The Heavenly Martial

Junichi Asai, a College student was living his life routinely. Waking up, eating, working, sleeping, and repeating however, his routine life was cut short due to a fatal car accident that landed him in the hospital and millimeters away from deaths door and he opened that door. After death he is reborn as Otto Von Blaire in the land of Vistaria. However, he is born with a curse! He cannot use magic! This makes him an average human being in a world of monsters and the unknown. How will Otto overcome the challenges presented to him?

What if your second chance... was in the body of the villain fated to destroy the one person you love? Lucien Vale had everything in his previous life — a stable job, peaceful existence, and a habit of escaping reality into his favorite fantasy web novel, Crownfall. But a sudden accident ends it all… and he wakes up not in heaven, not in hell — but in the very world of Crownfall, as the most hated villain: Duke Lucien Ravencroft. The same villain who, in the original story, would bring war, betray the royal family, and kill the beloved Crown Prince Eiran, the novel’s pure-hearted protagonist. Now trapped in a body drenched in infamy and surrounded by enemies, Lucien is determined to rewrite fate. He has no intention of following the script. He will not kill Eiran. He will protect him. Even if it costs him everything. But Eiran is not the naïve prince he read about. Cold, calculating, and deeply suspicious, Eiran sees through Lucien’s every move. Their paths cross with swords, wit, and fire—but fate keeps drawing them closer. And when forbidden attraction stirs between the villain and the hero… the story begins to change. > Can love bloom between a villain bound by destiny and a prince chained by duty? Or will the truth behind Lucien’s reincarnation shatter them both? --- With magical kingdoms, hidden secrets, political intrigue, slow-burn romance, and a powerful enemies-to-lovers arc, Reborn as the Villain’s Fated Enemy is a heart-wrenching yet beautiful tale of redemption, longing, and love born in the most unexpected places. Warning: May cause tears, swooning, and the desire to rewrite destiny with your own hands. ––– Content Warning: This story contains emotionally intense scenes, depictions of past trauma, mild to graphic violence, and themes of war, betrayal, and redemption. Later chapters may include mature romantic content (18+) between male characters. Reader discretion is strongly advised. *** “English is not my first language so please forgive and ignore any mistakes.”

Like the title says, an isekai book were yours truly gets reincarnated into the world of MHA as our green haired cinnamon roll, Izuku Midoriya. With the manga complete and him having access to that knowledge, watch as he tries to save Japan and maybe kick some HPSC ass (while getting some too, if you know what I mean). No way I can guarantee that this will be a great read, but hey, if you read it at least I tried.

I was walking to the convenience store and the next moment I knew, I was inside the villain's body!? What is going on!? This world is known as the world of Star Fantasy, a popular RPG that dominated the gaming charts. Tournaments were held all over the world to celebrate the success of this game. The top ten guilds were invited for every tournament to recruit new talent for their teams. Liam was part of the third strongest guild in Star Fantasy.  He suddenly woke up as the son of one of the strongest knights in the empire. Arnold von Berkley, who will become one of the greatest villains in the story. He must find out if there are more of him out there. Was he the only one summoned? If so, how can he avoid his inevitable death?  By eliminating his death flags! -- If you would like to hear about any updates regarding my current stories, join my discord: https://discord.gg/zAj9ddMpD4. Currently on HIATUS You can ask anything. I might take suggestions as well. Chapter releases are three full chapters per week. Parts of a chapter will be released a day after each other. Paypal for donations: https://paypal.me/Immortal1217

Zheng Nianru went from being a Commandery Princess who could be killed at any moment to the position of the Empress Dowager, wielding power over the world. What she couldn't accept was that she didn't end up with a good fate. However, Zheng Nianru thought that no one would have been able to save Nanzheng State. Yet, she was reborn and, having deeply reflected upon her pain, also considered several past mistakes. Firstly, she should not have married down into the family of Ju Nanyi, a man with a narrow mind who came from a minor house, who only thought about romantic affairs and entangled with her in desperate affection, incapable of assisting Nanzheng. Secondly, she should not have killed everyone in Qiandao Temple, which was the spiritual pillar of the people of Nanzheng State. After all, there were better ways, weren't there, like seduction? Thirdly, she should not have been so confident that the monarch of the neighboring country would fall at her feet, nor should she have trusted the promise of that fickle neighboring monarch, which led to years of drawn-out conflict between the two states. Um, Zheng Nianru felt she was not wrong. She just wanted to live well and to be a good Empress Dowager. Since she had the chance to live again, why did she have this chance? Could it be that she was expected to once again turn Nanzheng State upside down?

Seojun was just another struggling man, drifting through life filled with regrets and unfulfilled dreams—until he woke up in the body of Lucien, the crown prince of a powerful kingdom. His people scorn Lucien—a symbol of failure and disgrace. To make matters worse, Seojun discovers that the original Lucien was murdered, and the killer might still be nearby. Now trapped in a royal life he never wanted, Seojun must navigate court politics, silent assassins, and a legacy burdened by shame. With only fragmented memories and his sense of justice as his guide, he takes his first step—not to become a hero, but to survive. Patreon: patreon.com/RiverofFate Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/639069/fictions

[ WSA 2025 ENTRY! ] Alexander, the son of the Dragon King and also the son of the Hero, he is also a reincarnator. Alexander is a weak young man, he is also a very lazy person. Even so, Alexander's talent is one of the best. But unfortunately, Alexander was born with a defect in his dantian, not long after he was considered a failure. *** Discord server: https://discord.gg/4yCzqTCUhp *** Other Tags: Weak to Strong, Strong to Stronger, Adventures, Kingdoms, Overpowered, Polygamy, Revenge, Dragon King, Threesome, Incest, Wincest, Foursome, Big Harem, Harem-seeking-protagonist, Cultivation, Half-dragon, fast-paced, Anal, Siblings, Sisters, Milf, Mommy, Raped, Smut, Titboobs, Handjob, Oral, Legs, Armpits, Netori, Reversal Rape, Demi-human, Betrayed

In this vast world, where the strong rule and the weak are trampled. From the moment I drew breath into this world, misfortune clung to me like a curse. The night I was born, the skies turned blood-red, and the Demon Clan descended from the heavens like a swarm of locusts. They destroyed everything-my village, my family, my entire world. My father fought to his last breath, wielding a broken blade against the tides of darkness. My mother through her tears, used her final life force to carve divine runes into the earth, sealing me within a celestial formation… and with that, she vanished into the ashes of history. I survived. But what is survival… when everything you love has been reduced to dust? I was orphaned by fate. Raised by suffering. Named by sorrow. In this world where strength reigns supreme, I was cast aside as a cripple, powerless and forgotten. But in the depths of despair, a fire was born. I vowed beneath the heavens: One day, I will make the gods remember my name. I walk the path of defiance. I cultivate through pain, rage, and vengeance. I do not kneel. I do not beg. I will rise from ashes to legend, from mortal to sovereign. Let the heavens bear witness I am Ling Ye. And this is the story of how I shattered fate… and became the Martial Sovereign.

“He died broken. But death... was only the beginning.” Aarav was just a boy—fragile, quiet, bullied for being different. One bloody evening shattered what was left of his hope. Beaten to the edge of death, he closed his eyes expecting nothing but darkness. But fate had other plans. When he awakens, he’s not alone. A mysterious system whispers from within, offering him a path not of healing... but of power. The power to command the dead. Haunted by the memories of a cruel past and driven by a single promise—to protect the only person who ever loved him, his mother—Aarav begins a new journey. A journey through blood, bone, and shadow. But this is no hero’s tale. This is the rise of a Necromancer. This is the birth of a conqueror. This is a world where strength is law—and Aarav has only one choice: Raise the dead... or become one of them. What to Expect: A system-driven dark fantasy full of undead mechanics and strategic summoning Deep emotional bonds, especially between mother and son Villains you’ll hate, and a protagonist who walks the line between justice and vengeance Slow, powerful progression from bullied child... to feared necromancer overlord Unexpected twists, ancient secrets, and a legacy far darker than he imagined If you believe pain can give birth to power... If you're ready to follow a broken boy into a world that fears him... Then welcome to Born to Raise the Dead. Add to your library, leave a comment, and prepare for the undead to rise! Would you like a shorter version for platforms like Webnovel's homepage or banners? Or a hook tagline to draw people into Chapter 1?

Reborn as Javier De Armand, the youngest son of a lower rank noble household, former salaryman Nakamura Junichi faces a world of privilege, chaos, and responsibility.From his earliest days as a baby to his rise as a formidable adult, Javier’s life is anything but simple., Javier must navigate the expectations of noble society while pursuing his own freedom and dreams. As he grows, he learns that nobility comes with its burdens—managing territories, forging alliances, defending against enemies, and earning the respect of both his peers and the commoners he vows to protect. But life as a noble is no fairy tale. Rival families scheme for power, enemy threaten the borders, and kingdoms teeter on the brink of war. Being the youngest son places Javier in a unique position. Neither the heir nor the spare, he must carve out his own role within his family and society. With his sharp mind, decisive personality, and memories of his past life, Javier takes on challenges that many would shy away from.Recruit allies and build his own influence, carefully balancing his desire for independence with the duties expected of him as a noble. Along the way, he must navigate family dynamics, political challenges, and his ambition to leave a lasting mark on this fantastical world. In a realm where strength, wit, and cunning reign supreme, Javier's journey blends humor, slice-of-life moments, and lighthearted chaos as he crafts his own destiny while keeping those closest to him by his side.

A lighthearted reincarnation comedy by Zaid Rehmani — a 14-year-old Pakistani writer with a dream to shake the world through stories.

Ethan Carter was a failed fantasy author who died overworked and bitter. When he wakes up in the world of his own unfinished novel, he finds himself reborn as Darius Wycliffe, a weak and arrogant noble fated to be killed by the protagonist, Lucien Ashford, the Archmage’s Disciple. But Ethan refuses to die so easily. Armed with his knowledge of the world’s secrets and a unique ability to rewrite spells, he dives into the forbidden magic he once created but never fully explored. As he grows stronger, he uncovers terrifying truths about the world he thought he knew. To survive, Ethan must defy destiny, master the deadliest of magics, and challenge the very hero he once wrote to be unbeatable. But what happens when the lines between hero and villain start to blur?

On the border of a kingdom named Caradel in a deep and great forest a man could be seen running, being chased by a group of men wearing armor as arrows flew in the air. One striking true to its target striking the man in the shoulder nevertheless the man continued running. The man named Baranor, a young man who had orange eyes black hair and tanned skin with a slight scruffy beard was running for his life while thinking to himself. 'How did this happen?!' Baranor running out of air feeling exhausted, and the blood flowing from his shoulder running down his back mixing with his sweat, Baranor stared in front of him only to see a drop off nearly 100 meters in front of him. The men behind him also seemed to notice that Baranor was running out of time, as nearly every single one of them let out a grin, as they approached the edge Baranor slowed to a halt, as did the men behind him. "Give up prince! Just accept what's to come, after all the throne is no longer yours to inherit!" Said the man leading the soldiers "I will never! Not after what you did to my men, not after what he did to my father!" Baranor replied "Hmph! So be it, I offer you life just for you to accept death" The man stated "Life? Life! you offer me death now or later, do you really think i'd be stupid enough to hand over the throne after witnessing your coupe against my father!" Baranor replied "Hmm, it seems your unwilling even till the end, Very well, Archer's! Fire!" The man commanded Baranor was now stuck between a rock and a hard place either jump off the cliff to a seemingly doomed fate or accept the fate that the man in front of him was offering. As he thought what he should do he heard the command the man spouted feeling the stress of the situation and his adrenalin nearly running out he decided. He'd rather die by his own hands than give the man in front of him that satisfaction! As he thought this he immediately took a step back falling to his doom. The man not expecting this looked rather confused only for his face to twist into a grin. 'Finally! Good riddance my dear prince!' The man said as he looked as the boy fell through the tough branches of the trees below Baranor looking up at one of the men that betrayed him thought to himself 'Is this how i really die? Well what can i say, i tried, i gave it my all.......' As Baranor was accepting his fate he thought back on his life only to be filled with rage 'No! I refuse to accept this laying down! Quintin I will come for you! I will come for all those who dare raise their sword to their king! No matter what! even if i have to accept a deal from the devi-' that was the last thought Baranor had before he hit the ground When Baranor hit the ground he didn't even feel the pain, just the shock, as it traveled through his body as his eyes slowly blurred he built up all his will to not pass out 'I refuse! I have to keep moving!' Baranor thought as he turned his body over back up When Baranor was starting to lose hope he started to hear faint whispers as he looked at the direction the whispers came he saw a cave, almost as if the whispers were drawing him in he forced himself to crawl and keep crawling, no matter what Baranor refused to stop crawling. Finally when Baranor arrived to where he heard the faint whispers they became louder almost screaming in his head as he saw it, a ring, resting on what looked to be an ancient place holder for it. Baranor grabbed the ring and lay on his back as he gathered his strength and said "My Fate! Is my own!" As he slid the ring on his finger. -------------------- -Author here Just a quick disclaimer! This novel is heavily inspired by lord of the rings if you couldn't tell also it's because i only ever saw one other story on a ring.

Alia is a skilled thief who, in search of a legendary treasure, sneaks into a castle under the cover of night. However, she unexpectedly witnesses the castle’s owner, the handsome and cold-hearted billionaire Marcellus, murder his wife. In the chaos of her escape, Alia is discovered and killed by him. But death isn’t the end. Alia wakes up to find herself reborn a year earlier, this time in the body of the wife Marcellus had killed—Livia. Faced with the man who had once killed her, now acting outwardly kind but still harboring deadly intentions, Alia knows she must uncover the truth within a year and avoid the same tragic fate. Her plan? Escape the castle and steal the treasure. During her time in the castle, Alia discovers that Livia’s identity is far from simple, and she soon finds herself tangled in a deeper conspiracy. Marcellus’s younger brother, Elias, has a close, secret relationship with Livia, one that seems to involve hidden feelings. As Alia secretly investigates Marcellus’s true intentions, she is drawn to his conflicting mixture of gentleness and coldness. At the same time, the body of Livia compels her to develop feelings for Elias, whose tender care for her awakens a sense of warmth. Caught in a whirlwind of emotions, Alia realizes that every person’s motives are more complex than they first appear, and she must make difficult choices between truth, revenge, love, and survival. As the one-year deadline approaches, the conspiracy unfolds, and Marcellus’s true intentions toward Livia are exposed. Alia finally finds a chance to escape. But with emotions tangled and fate inextricably linked to the castle, will she choose revenge and freedom, or will she find redemption and true love within the deadly walls of the castle?

A man rejected by the will of the world he grew up in for all of his life, and a genius with infinite potential who fell as a result of making a risky bet. Under the machinations of the deceased Heavenly Emperor, Huang Xian, two unfortunate souls from entirely different worlds got saved and fused together into a new whole, adopting the identity of the latter–Theodore Winter, the heir to one of the Supreme Pillars of the Heavenly Court. As an eon-spanning competition to decide the next generation of Heavenly Emperor and Heavenly Empress began, it brought with it a game of wits, power and plots that would shake the Heavenly Court to its core. Reincarnators, Transmigrators and Regressors were barely qualified to chase after the unprecedented monsters that had been brought into being for the express purpose of rising above the rest. Battles between peers were like peeling an onion–nobody ever knew just how many cultivation realms and Talents the other had hidden away to catch his opponents off guard. With a saint-like image and the heart of a devil, Theodore Winter entered the fray. Unbeknownst to all, other than returning triumphantly, he was entrusted with another task: To kill Huang Xian’s murderer–his wife, the Heavenly Empress! ------------------------- Read advance chapters (by paying for my meals) on Patreon: • https://www.patreon.com/sh1ro My novel series "Reincarnation Cycle's Unfortunate Bug" on Amazon: • https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYHGRR8M/ Discord Server (currently under construction): • https://discord.gg/NdAjjmXSDh ------------------------- Hi there, this is Shiro / the author. Just one little cautionary warning here: Due to being set in an entirely alternate world from ours, while some terms and concepts might seem familiar at first glance, many in actuality are not. In canon, the World's Will of a world exactly like our own 'got inspired' by memories that it secretly glimpsed from the Heavenly Emperor, thereby creating extremely loosely related concepts in its own universe. So never expect anything to work in the same way as something that you are already familiar with, because chances are very high that it won't be the same at all. (Yes, I just blatantly flipped the script.) I hope you'll enjoy The Heavenly Empress' Assassin! ------------------------- Current Release Schedule: • 4 chapters per week • 1 chapter every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (at ~11 p.m. GMT+1) (More chapters can appear as bonus chapters, so this is the absolute minimum.) • Vote with Power Stones to read more chapters in the week after the results are in! -> Top 100: +1 chapter -> Top 50: +2 chapters -> Top 10: +3 chapters -> Top 5: +4 chapters -> 1st Place: +5 chapters - Chapter length: ~2k words on average

Betrayed. Abandoned. Reborn. Adrian Blackwood, a genius physicist from Earth, meets an untimely death—only to awaken in an unfamiliar world of swords, magic, and celestial beings. But he’s not just any ordinary reborn soul. He now inhabits the body of Kael Draven, the exiled prince of a fallen empire, left for dead in a world that thrives on power. However, Adrian isn’t defenseless. A mysterious force has granted him the Authority of the Celestial Sovereign, allowing him to bend the very fabric of reality—time, space, and even magic itself. But great power attracts great enemies. Ancient sects, god-like entities, and ruthless warlords seek to control or destroy him. Determined to carve his own destiny, Adrian—now Kael—sets out to reclaim his lost honor, unravel the secrets of his rebirth, and ascend beyond the limits of this world. But as he grows stronger, he realizes that his arrival was no accident. Something beyond the gods is watching. And they fear what he will become. A tale of rebirth, power, and cosmic fate begins.

A system which legends of gods, heroes, villains used, is reborn a human, will it be complete human? Will it do evil or good?

WPC: MYTHOLOGY ENTRY Synopsis: Revisit the peak of the Olympian lore.... An eighty year old scholar who has been a fan of Greek mythology since childhood finds himself reborn as the titular ruler of the underworld, the death god Hades after a tragic death. But the gods of Olympus are very much different from what the stories say. He will have to navigate through his new life as a god and prevent a coming calamity... All while not getting caught... How does it feel to be a god in Olympus? A tale into the heart of myths. NEW UPDATE: 1 MAGIC CASTLE = 5 CHAPTERS MASS RELEASE

When the last good men are betrayed, only ashes remain. Frank Armstrong, Bruce Redford, and Chad "The Punisher" von Richter lead America's finest into what they believe is a final strike against gang unification. But Fort Blackridge is no abandoned prison — it's a Cold War fortress, a slaughterhouse wired to ignite. Betrayed by their own government, surrounded by thousands of enemies, with no reinforcements coming, the Army of Two and their last brother-in-arms make their final stand. Blood, fire, and brotherhood — all consumed in a single night. They were never meant to survive. But legends are not born in safety. They are forged in the fire of betrayal. ###### Tags for Chapter 1: Military Action Betrayal Brotherhood Tragedy Political Conspiracy Dark Future Heavy Firefights War Drama Heroic Last Stand

After avenging his mother’s death, Victor’s life comes to a violent end—only to be granted a second chance by the God of Death. Adopted as his son and sent to a mysterious new world, Victor hopes to start on a clean slate. However, this world is far from welcoming. Adopted into the Imperial Family of the Empire, Victor, now known as Vesper struggles to live by his will. Will he succumb to the bitterness of this new life, or rise above it to forge a path that’s truly his own? The answer will change everything.

(New Chapter every Friday at 18:00 UTC) An employee of a large corporation has died and reincarnated in another world. Will he decipher the secrets of magic? Will he show incredible martial prowess? Will he conquer all lands and life? Not anytime soon. Because he is reincarnated as a cat. But in the world of Chronagen all beings are granted a bit of equality - a system that allows for growth. Growth that is nearly unlimited. Growth that is fair to all beings. Growth that rewards risk and ingenuity, allowing someone to surpass others. Will he become the king he sets out to be? (To support me go to patreon.com/Kernoel77) (The story has LGBT+ characters, if you have a problem with that, no one is forcing you to read it.) (The series also includes strong language and fictional violence. Viewer discretion is advised. Further warnings appear at the beginning of particularly extreme chapters.)

In her first life, Elira Vexley was the perfect noble daughter—obedient, kind, and hopelessly in love. But love was her downfall. Betrayed by her fiancé and best friend, falsely accused of treason, and executed without mercy, she died full of regret and rage. Yet death was not the end. Reborn in the body of a mysterious noblewoman engaged to the coldest man in the empire—Duke Kael Dravencourt, a man feared as a villain, a murderer, and a monster—Elira is given a second chance. Everyone fears Kael. Everyone believes he killed his own family to claim power. But Elira sees something else behind those ice-cold eyes—pain, secrets, and a soul darker than night yet aching for light. Now forced into a political marriage, Elira hides her past while unraveling Kael’s. She plays her role as the perfect duchess, but behind her mask lies a sharp mind and a burning desire for answers. The court is dangerous. The lies are endless. And the villain she married… may be the only one she can trust. Two broken souls. One twisted fate. A love neither of them wanted—but both may come to need. Will love bloom in a garden of secrets, or will the past tear them apart once more?

His world was devoured by the Swarm. Everyone, including him, died. As a chosen soul after his death, he was reborn in another universe. However, the Swarm’s curse did not leave him behind. A new body, spells, and the approaching apocalypse. The System gave him only one power: Destructive AOE spells. He has a single goal — to prepare this world before the Swarm arrives... or another universe will burn with it. As flames descend from the sky, as enemies cover the land like a black sea, maybe only one person will remain standing. And everything will begin with his magic, and end with his magic. --------------------- If you enjoyed this story, you can support me on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/mrmeowmeow04

*DANGER* *STRONG SEXUAL CONTENT* A Story of banging women's all time. Auren died at 30—still a virgin. But death made a mistake. Reborn into another world in the body of a 20-year-old with the same name, Auren awakens powerful mind-control abilities like (Mental Bind, Desire Twist, Obedience Seal, and Pleasure Domination.) Fueled by a lifetime of rejection, he begins manifesting his ultimate fantasy: becoming a Lust God who dominates minds and impregnates every woman he desires. In this world of magic and chaos, Auren’s new life is a seductive conquest of power, pleasure, and control—where his will reshapes the fate of women and the world itself. His lust is law. __________________________________________ He has a Goal in his Life, Fuck all Milf. He Got Super Skills to Control women's and fuck them. Will Auren make his dream Come True, or Anything else. [Tags*- #HAREM #R18 #MAGIC #REINCARNATION #ADULT #SYSTEM #SUPERPOWERS #CULTIVATION #DARK]

Years ago, Alpha Logan West lost everything—his Luna, his heart, and his belief in fate. Her death shattered him and the entire pack, and though the world saw a billionaire Alpha rising in power, behind the suits and silence lived a man full of rage. To punish the pack he blames for her death, Logan makes a ruthless decision: he’ll marry a human. Someone weak. Powerless. Unworthy of their traditions. Tessa Grant is chosen—a sharp-tongued, headstrong woman with no idea she’s walking into a storm. What starts as a cold-blooded move of vengeance turns into something neither of them can control. Tessa dreams of moons and forests she’s never seen. Logan begins to feel an impossible pull. The more they resist, the more the bond tightens. But the truth is darker than either of them knows. Because Tessa isn’t just anyone. She’s his Luna… reborn. And the ones who killed her the first time are ready to finish the job.

They burned her at the stake for crimes she didn’t commit. Betrayed by her Alpha. Rejected by her true mate. Silenced for discovering the truth. Aurelia’s death should have been the end. But the Moon Goddess had other plans. Reborn into the powerful bloodline of the Witch Alpha, Aurelia returns sixteen years later — stronger, colder, and cursed with memories of the fire that killed her. She is no longer a weak Luna. She is the daughter of the First Witch Alpha. And this time, she's not here to fall in love. She’s here to destroy the pack that killed her. But when she infiltrates the Bloodfang Pack — disguised as an orphan — she discovers something worse than betrayal: Her former mate’s son feels the same pull she once did. “If he falls in love with me... I’ll have to break him, too.” With power growing under her skin and vengeance burning in her blood, Aurelia walks a razor’s edge between destiny and destruction. Because the only thing more dangerous than a rejected mate... Is one who's been reborn to burn it all down.

Rwendo's dream is to master Pankatsu like his idol Martial God, Warren. With unwavering dedication, Rwendo sets out to prove himself, facing challenges and rivals. As he embarks on his martial path, Rwendo's determination and spirit will be tested.

Modern soldier. Ancient Prince. Joseon's fate rests on Yi Hyun, the reincarnated "Wolf of the North." Victory in war is just the start. The real battle for the throne, and for truth, is waged in a court of deadly secrets and shifting loyalties. Can one man from the future conquer the past?