Armored Core Shining

In a world where every living being wields a mysterious source of power called the Ring Core, Lucian Solryn, a young noble, embarks on a journey that transcends fate. Reborn from a modern world into the majestic realm of Astrenveil, Lucian quickly learns that the Ring Core is more than just an ethereal energy—it is the foundation of magic, strength, and survival. As he begins to uncover the secrets of his new existence, Lucian finds himself thrust into a society teeming with elemental magic, political intrigue, and ancient mysteries. The colors of the Ring Core define one’s strength, but a prophecy whispers of a power beyond even the rarest hues—a destiny that ties Lucian to an ancient dragon, a forgotten legacy, and a fate that could reshape the world. Journey through thriving cities, uncharted forests, and castles suspended between heaven and earth as Lucian trains to awaken his dormant powers. Along the way, he will face trials of courage, friendships forged in fire, and an unexpected romance that could alter his path forever. With each step, Lucian edges closer to the truth: the Ring Core is not just a source of power—it is a link to something far greater. But in a world where strength rules, will Lucian rise to the challenge, or will the weight of destiny crush him before he can fulfill his potential? The Chronicles of Astrenveil is a tale of reincarnation, magic, and the unyielding will to break free from limits and embrace a destiny beyond imagination.

(This is a dungeon core story!) Sylvan is a nymph. A nymph who had lived his entire life protected by a barrier. Hiding the fact that his tree was a dungeon. But now, someone took off the barrier! Tourists are besieging his tree, cutting off branches to use as presents! He has only one option left before him: he must use the mind-altering mushrooms which he grows near his dungeon tree to stop people from chopping his tree down! And it just so happens that he knows how to cook with a flare! Follow him as he feeds those who want to cut off his tree, brainwashes them, and finally levels up his dungeon. This is not a romance story. This is a story of someone who values life and good food, but most of all, mind-altering mushrooms, with which he will take over the world! One pot of stew at a time.

This world is a predatory one. It swallows endless worlds and pits them against one another in a checkerboard of kingdoms. The weak are eaten, while the strong vie for resources and land. A grand system overlays this multifarious world, in which killing grants experience, and experience grants leveling up and greater strength. The core of any great city are dungeons, living entities which spawn randomly in the world. A dungeon core is one of the most valuable items in the world, and to capture one is a golden ticket to wealth and fame. Kingdoms rule the land, but people become heroes. Those who exhaust their blood to overcome their limits, those who crossed over from another world, those who fate shines upon, even those who died and regressed in time to their younger selves. One particular dungeon core was born from the darkness, a flawed entity which was more than it seemed. ---------------------- I do not own the Book Cover artwork, I did some minor editing on it, but all appreciations should go to the original artist (Or those who I believe are) Background: https://www.deviantart.com/chateaugrief/art/Forestiere-Underground-Gardens-756257251 Elf: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/QzmA1B (I actually got this from somewhere else, but I found the original creator) **This book is not intended for anyone under the age of 18**

This is the story of how Evan Tharann rose to become the number one mage across all realms, commanding armies and defying all who opposed him. In a world where magical cores define a mage’s destiny—granting unique abilities and evolving through alignment with their bearer—Evan struggles with the enigmatic Origin Rune Core, a power unlike any other. While others follow clear trajectories, Evan must forge his own path, relying on intelligence, strategy, and an unyielding drive to master his core's untapped potential. With slow progression, a focus on power-building, alliances forged under pressure, and intricate magical systems, this high-magic tale chronicles Evan’s relentless journey from obscurity to ultimate domination.

This book is also known as: "How Programmers Turn a Crappy Game into a Timeless Classic with a Single BUG" Recently, the president of Nitiandang, Gu Fan, once again fell from grace due to a minor bug in his new game. As a top-notch designer in the industry, all of the games designed by Gu Fan have very distinct characteristics: At first, players felt that these games were monotonous, dull, and purely revolting garbage. However, once players discovered a major bug, the gameplay underwent a drastic transformation, rendering them sleep-deprived and unable to quit! So, players once again launched a major debate over "whether this is actually a bug or a game mechanic." In response to this, Gu Fan clarified in an interview with all seriousness: "Hello everyone, I'm the game designer Gu Fan, but you can also call me by my English name: fan·gu (means rebel). "I want to reiterate firmly that these so-called 'core gameplays' were not part of our company's original design—they are bugs! It's just that we didn't fix them because the players liked them!"

Benign Cross had died in glory on the battlefield, only to reawaken with a system that needed him to balance three realms and stop a glitch threatening to destroy their universe's Core. Too much work? Not for Benign Cross and his savior/hero complex! He took the job and underestimated it—until he realized that there was more to the glitches, and the Core wasn’t what he thought. [Do check it out!]

Marisol never imagined she was anything more than an ordinary, broken girl—until her life fell apart. A family that neglected her, the destruction of her beloved stuffed doll, and a spiraling series of tragedies reveal a darker truth: she is a dark seed, an unwitting fragment of a malevolent force known as the Core. Destined to bring chaos and destruction, she is caught between the pull of her own darkness and the world’s desperate attempts to erase her existence. When Eri, a Gothic Lolita demon born from the Core’s influence, emerges from the shadows to protect her, Marisol embarks on a harrowing journey of survival. Hunted by cultists who worship the Core, pursued by a determined scientist seeking to harness her powers for salvation, and haunted by her growing connection to a cosmic battle between light and dark, Marisol must uncover the truth of her existence. Guided by Aiden, a detective whose unwavering belief in her challenges her darkest instincts, Marisol resists the whispers of the Core. But every step closer to freedom pulls her deeper into the eternal conflict between Sylva, the guardian of the Tree of Life, and the Core’s remnants. As the lines between hero and villain blur, Marisol faces an impossible choice: to surrender to the Core’s influence or carve her own path at a devastating cost.

"Sometimes it's about remembering and never forgiving." Jane Devold, the only daughter of the CEO of one of the most successful tech companies in the country, grew up to be a seemingly happy and spoiled young woman, despite her stuttering and fragile condition. However, her rich and elegant way of living ends in a heartbeat when her father goes missing, leaving Jane alone and with an enormous debt on her hands. That's when she reunites with Vernon Lin, her strange and intimidating senior from college, who claims to be the new owner of her father's company and promises to resolve her financial issues if she agrees to marry him. His offer seems harmless, and Jane accepts his helping hand only to realize that Vernon's intentions are not so pure, and his personality is still miles away from that of a knight in shining armor. But what really does feed Vernon's unhealthy obsession with Jane? Whether it's his desire for revenge, his own twisted way of teaching the spoiled young woman how the real life works, or unresolved complicated feelings, he still succeeds in turning Jane's life into a living hell. Until he realizes that without her, his own life is hell, too.

This story is about Michael, a 16-year-old boy who lives in the slums of the Logron Empire. He lives by stealing, but then he will have an encounter that will completely upset his usual routine and he will have to survive only thanks to the help of his particular power and his companions.

The narrative follows the life of Arush, a weak and overweight boy who endures a relentless cycle of bullying and sorrow, struggling to find even a semblance of normalcy in his daily life. His fate takes an unexpected turn when he becomes entangled in a couple's conflict, leading to his reincarnation into a game-like world. In this new reality, he must navigate survival while concealing his identity as a 'Player.' Despite leaving his old life behind, Arush finds that grief and hardship continue to shadow him. Join Arush on his journey as he faces unprecedented challenges, driven by a singular desire: "Will I ever have a normal life?"

One day, Lee Tae-ok, a modern-day Alpha male was reborn as the delinquent character ‘Baek Taeyang’ from a novel… And at that moment, a shining status window appears before his eyes! “Fuck the female character, if you wish to live.”

A world of heroes who've become a shining lights and symbols . but behind these lights are great voids. A team is created to expose and eliminate the rotten from the fresh they made a plan for the youngest member to become part of a superhero School for him to be accepted by the system.

In a world where cultivation determines one's power, Raen Thalor, born into a fallen clan, faces the struggle of being born without a dantian, the core of cultivation. After a failed hunt leaves him gravely injured, Raen unknowingly merges with a fragment of a powerful Beast immortal's core, unlocking a mysterious system. In his struggles to cultivate he found out he now has the trait of the serpent race of all beasts. A race abhorred by all cultivators. Raen discovers that the core he assimilated is tied to newfound powers that are linked to the forbidden serpent-blooded trait. This revelation threatens to unravel his place in the clan, and as he grapples with his growing hunger for power, Raen must navigate the dangers of his lineage and uncover the secrets of the serpent’s legacy. Torn between survival and vengeance, Raen’s journey into the unknown begins.

I died once but now with this Second life i shall fully explore all thats available to me in this new world. it seems my luck is not bad on my second life after all. Born in an OP family check. Extremely Rich Parents Check. Ridiculously Powerful Magics Check. Extremely Crazy Magical Tech Check. "What you Say I am average. I will have you know You have a single mana core cause that's all you could get i have a billlion because that's all there was to get." "What you wanna have my babies, heh well get in line" "What do you mean It's impossible to create high spells within seconds i just did now" "Okay This is getting too much, you should give up y'know even nukes Don't work on me. What Don't believe me well guess what i have" I am going for 6-7 Chapters per week. Hopefully i can keep it up.

life core is everything for demons but what will happen when the demon’s king betrays his own people and give some life cores to human’s king

In a world between a world. Called the Phantom Dimension. Aiden Cross wanted an escape from his dull, repetitive life. But when a freak accident pulls him into the Phantom Dimension. As Aiden discovers he’s more connected to this strange dimension than he ever thought possible, he faces questions that could reshape his destiny. What is the truth behind his link to the Phantom Dimension? Can mastering the world's power given to him, will it help with what he's always craved or will it trap him in a nightmare far worse than the life he left behind?

I am Qi Yuan, a Transmigrator and the Eldest Senior Brother of Qise Peak. I have a game jade slip that connects me to all the heavens. My eyes can see hidden information. [This is an ordinary blade of grass, but three days ago, Sect Leader Kumu and the Empress of Dashang had a romantic affair here.] [Her name is Ruan Yixi. On the surface, she is your beautiful master, but she might actually be your wife.] [This is the world's Heavenly Dao, the best spiritual material for establishing a foundation in the Dao of Heaven.] [This is a lifeless planet. Perhaps it can be refined into your Golden Core.] Thus, my path of cultivation began to take a peculiar turn. "The Dao of Heaven? Isn't this the best spiritual material for establishing a foundation?" "There are so many desolate planets; let's refine them into Golden Cores!" Using the Dao of Heaven to establish my foundation and refining stars into my Golden Core. My name is Qi Yuan, the Origin of All Things! --- I am Jiang Lingsu. With an unspeakable purpose, I joined Qise Peak. My eldest senior brother has a problem with his head. He doesn't practice properly, shows no interest in cultivation, and is obsessed with simulation games. Eldest Senior Brother says, "Games are cultivation; games can also create worlds." One day, an extra sun appeared in the sky. I asked Eldest Senior Brother what it was. Eldest Senior Brother said, "That is my Golden Core!"

Beyond the Core By Leah Gess In a world divided by power and privilege, those without desirable abilities are cast out into the desolate Outskirts—left to survive in a wasteland of dust and despair. Zora, an 18-year-old exile, was discarded not because she was powerless, but because the Core feared what they couldn’t understand. When a brutal purge shatters the fragile existence she’s built, Zora’s buried strength erupts in a surge of uncontrollable power, tearing through the Core’s oppressive walls and thrusting her into the untamed wilderness beyond. With only a handful of outcasts by her side, Zora must navigate the dangers of the unknown—savage clans, whispers of an ancient prophecy, and the relentless pursuit of the Core’s forces determined to reclaim what they lost. As her abilities grow stronger, so does the truth she’s been running from: she may be the key to toppling the Core’s iron grip, but at what cost? Torn between trust and betrayal, survival and revolution, Zora must confront the darkness within herself and decide if she will be the spark that ignites a new world—or the force that destroys it.

An Invitation demanding them to a ball was an act of acceptance in their society, but it was something else in the way of his thinking. His Household was indeed the wealthiest in the society back in the day. But after the death of his father whom his mother believed to be a murder causes the collapse of their household. Even the distant family refuses to help them which relocate the family into one of their private property. A place that was saved from the bidding by greedy ancestors. As the eldest, he became the backbone of the family and promised he would stay out of the way of noble life ever again. He is now a well known Apothecary in the town. It was a tough job at first because the villagers thinks he was a scammer because there is no way a noble would treat people such as poor people like them. His kindness made the people forget his origin and began to accept his family existence. Finishing his treatment, coming home with a letter on the table in his room, his sister attended the ball stating this is the chance for the family to gain their righteous again, and the way to find out the real deal behind their father's death. It is indeed a humiliation. Adeena did not return after that he issued the missing case but none would care to take on the case of a fallen noble. He came to the residence asking for Adeena's where about only to be answered, there was no invitation toward the family at all. In a dilemma, he must choose to let her go, but if he wishes for his sister back he must gain his standing in the society and meeting those people who harm his family back in the past. " I promise I won't let people know that I am a dangerous being mother, I would shield every part of my skin until I found Adeena and bring her back" Leaving his mother behind, he walked into the last place he sought for help. As he believed that person would not let him down.

Cyrus lived a life defined by betrayal, loss, and wounds that never healed. His death came early, delivered by the hands of those he trusted most. But death wasn’t the end. Pulled into the Dungeon Core Battle Games, Cyrus is given one chance at survival: build a dungeon, defend it against rival cores, and outlast six powerful clans. The stakes are eternal—losing means complete erasure from existence, while victory grants a single wish of unimaginable power. He nearly walks away from the competition—until a familiar name appears on the roster. Now representing the mysterious new Pink Core, Cyrus must transform his dungeon and wield powers born of creativity and unpredictability. The odds are stacked against him, but Cyrus is no stranger to fighting from nothing.

"I am different" That's what River Moonborne thinks, wishing to live a normal life, despite being an heir to his family. However, it seems like fate has other plans for him, when he gets a different color badge than the rest at the assessment...

A world where seven Towers controlled by the System grant magical Skills to those who explore their floors. Those born with a Core Skill and accesses to the system are refered to as Awakened and rule above those who are not. The only way for an Un-Awakened to gain a Core Skill and accesses to the system is to brave the first five floors of the First Tower. Arial was born Un-Awakened and was abandoned by her royal parents. Forced to brave the floors of the Towers alone upon her 18th birthday, her only hope is the Core Skill granted to her upon entry to the first floor. But what the hell kind of skill is this?! Achievements?!?! What good are those?!? I needed something to fight with?!? Join Arial as she fights her way through the towers to prove her parents wrong and be the first person ever to ascend the seventh tower. This story is also available at Royal Road https://www.royalroad.com/profile/623472/fictions

Elicia Westford Ospherus, a princess to a powerful kingdom. She had died a terrible fate but then woke up again to her young self and the process continued 4 times. When Elicia was reborn again for the fifth time, she decided she was going to change plans and instead of marrying those she truly loved, she will marry someone she doesn't have feelings for. Or so she hopes

In the dead of winter, beneath a bleak sky, a lone child flees through a vast, snow-covered forest, chased by men whose swords gleam with deadly intent. His breath is ragged, his steps faltering, but he doesn’t dare slow down. With every crunch of snow beneath armored boots drawing closer, the child knows he’s running out of time. When a single misstep sends him tumbling to the frozen ground, all seems lost. His pursuers close in, their blades raised, ready to strike. But something stirs in the shadows of the forest, something ancient, something watching. The chase may have ended, but the story is just beginning.

Rujin, a student who starts his day late and unexpectedly finds a mysterious gadget. The arrival of a new student, Hannah, throws his life into further disarray, especially when he discovers she's his long-lost girlfriend. The synopsis highlights the mystery of the gadget, the unexpected reunion, and the unresolved tension between the characters. The story's ending leaves the reader wanting more, setting the stage for future developments.

Before rebirth, Duke Mayhem :" You lawless women, who would like a creature like you?" Emperor Trimurti : "come on someone , put a leash on him." All minister shivered .. After rebirth Duke Mayhem : "You won`t take responsibily after you tame me? you are a lawless emperor." holding his wife leg and crying. All minister looked at emperor with amusement. emperor actually tamed this blackbelly duke. Emperor Trimurti : "...." what`s happening

This was the era of worldwide auto transformation! At the age of eighteen, everyone could awaken their autos and become auto men! Some awakened off-road vehicles, some awakened sports cars, and some awakened bicycles! By defeating the steel beasts and mechanical abyss monsters, unlocking achievements, and completing missions, one could earn point rewards to purchase various accessories such as firepower, armor, energy, and power cores! Xu Gu transmigrated here and started off by awakening an S-class heavy truck! Unexpectedly, he even had an additional binding to the Ultimate Enhancement System. [S-class heavy truck] got enhanced and became [SSS-class Leader, Optimus]! [S-class liquid hydrogen energy core] got enhanced and became [SSS-class portable hydrogen fusion energy core]! [SS-class defense force field] got enhanced and became [God-level Supreme Domain]! [SSS-class photon pulse cannon] got enhanced and became [Super God-level Annihilator Cannon]! Starting with the Ultimate Enhancement System, with the body of an auto man, Xu Gu conquered the world, dominated countless realms, and proved his invincibility!

li Liu born on the day of disaster, bringing the winds of heaven, flames of hell. that day was when the heavens shined, and hell raised! as the baby of both races shined in the dark whistle making a name for hell. it was also this day he lost his father and mother, from both of heaven and hell. getting raised by his adopted parents, xiao xiao, and xiao mun, he soon had to face another calamity in his life.