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Max Rose, a boy whose life has been shaped by unrelenting hardship, has found himself at the heart of endless wars. Bearing the title "Child of the Abyss," he fights for humanity against every nightmarish creature that threatens it. But with each victory, the darkness within him grows, a malevolent force that seeks to consume his mind and soul. His battle against the external horrors is matched only by the internal war he wages against the abyss that threatens to swallow him whole. How long can he continue this fight? How much longer can he hold on before the darkness claims him completely?

"I was called evil just because I killed a few Gods—Is that right?!! "My actions were justified. Who wants to worship beings who are nothing but power-hungry tyrants?" "So, I slayed them." *Haha!* After a battle that shook the Earth beyond anything recorded in history, the most feared entity—a rogue god—was finally vanquished: the God of Darkness. With his defeat, demi-gods and gods finally found peace, relieved of the threat he once posed. But peace came at a cost. As punishment by the supreme gods, Azrael, the rogue god, was transmigrated into a human body. Stripped of his divine powers, he now had to start from scratch, trapped in a mortal shell that could not sustain the will and power of a god. Just when all seemed lost, a new hope arose. [Ding!!] [New body sustainable unlocked: Reptilian skin] [20% of power gained] [Mission: eradicate all living things in a 20 mile radius] "I am coming for you all!!" **** [Note: Please don't forget to add to your library, and support thank you] Also, not a harem.

In the land of Orsus, where the strong protect the weak under the light of The Essence, peace and prosperity seem assured. But beneath the surface, darkness stirs. Orsus is haunted by the memory of Enyos, the mightiest protector who fell in a brutal battle against the mysterious "Witnesses," beings from a shattered world ravaged by the Bright Dark. The Essence grants rings of power to the chosen few, but even these gifts may not be enough to defend against the coming storm. A chilling prophecy foretells the arrival of a Prophet born of two opposing forces, destined to either destroy Orsus or reshape it entirely. In this tale of power, prophecy, and peril, the line between light and dark blurs, and the truth may be more dangerous than anyone could have imagined. The Legend of Atenyos begins—a journey that will challenge the very foundations of Orsus and its people. Upload schedule: Novel will be a updated with two chapters weekly , one on Sunday and another on Thursday

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The Tower of Heaven. An ancient, towering enigma said to grant any wish, unveil any secret, and provide anyone who enters its floors a path to Godhood; it stands as a beacon of both hope and despair. For untold centuries, its immense power has drawn countless seekers, yet none have ever emerged from its depths. This Tower is engraved in the world’s myths as the meeting place of mortals and Gods, a realm where anything was possible. It is a monument to mystery and the pursuit of glory. However, for one man, it represents the last chance for redemption and the key to unraveling his tumultuous past. The Heavenly Emperor, a great ruler from an era long forgotten. was betrayed by those he trusted and died with a heart full of regret and a thirst for vengeance. Only, the end of his life was not the end of his story. Reborn into a new world, he finds himself drawn to the Tower of Heaven, driven by the desire to understand his reincarnation and to reclaim his lost honor. The path ahead is filled with unforeseen twists and hidden depths. Unbeknownst to him, his destiny is interwoven with forces and secrets far beyond his wildest dreams. The advent of the former Heavenly Emperor begins here. And with each step he takes, the Heavens themselves quake in anticipation.

[Warning: This thing contains a bit too much bloodshed... so...] yes u saw the tags right, this is a mix of cultivation and tower so expect both the magic and cultivation in this. Villainous MC with a Personal system? if thats what u were looking for, you already got it! check the book out. ----- Ye Tian was once just an ordinary human from Earth, living a mundane life. But fate had other plans for him. He was mysteriously transmigrated into the world of cultivation, a place where strength reigned supreme and power could shape reality. In this world, Ye Tian embarked on a dark path... the path of demons. After trillions of years of cultivation, he ascended to the pinnacle of power, becoming the Absolute Demon, feared and revered across the entire cosmos. His beauty was angelic, but beneath that flawless appearance lay the heart of a ruthless killer... a demon hidden in the guise of an angel. Countless races trembled at his name. He was a cold-blooded, merciless force of destruction, known for slaughtering without hesitation. Entire worlds were laid to waste at his feet. His cruelty knew no bounds, and his reign of terror spanned eons. Yet, for all his strength and dominance, there was no satisfaction. Ye Tian grew weary of the endless killing and ruling. Standing at the top, alone and bored, life had become empty... a never-ending cycle of bloodshed that no longer stirred his emotions. But everything changed one fateful day. In the blink of an eye, Ye Tian found himself back in his old body, back on Earth, as if the trillions of years he had spent cultivating were nothing more than a distant dream. However, this Earth was not the one he remembered. The world had changed. A giant Tower had appeared... like something out of the fictional fantasy stories he had read in his past life. And just as Ye Tian began to grasp this new world, a system window appeared before him... [Connecting to the Tower.] ***** Uploads? 1 Chapter Daily! ***** Do Leave your Suggestions if you have any... ***** P.S. - I won't mind if u leave your money here :>

{Warning: Explicit Sexual Content, Harem, Dark Themes, and Ruthless Protagonist} Betrayed by those closest to him, Voldrak—the most formidable Outer Immortal—has fallen from grace, cast down to the desolate Base Realm. Now stripped of his power, freedom, and wealth, he awakens as a slave in a harsh world where only the strong survive. Reduced to a shadow of his former self, he is left with two remnants of his past: a faint trace of dark energy and a cursed Dual-Cultivation System he despises. Faced with a grim fate, Voldrak is forced to wield the forbidden power he loathes. Staring at the first notification from the system and the woman at his feet, he makes a chilling decision. “I will use you,” he growls, expecting resistance. But the woman, driven by her own desire for power, meets his gaze with equal resolve. “Then use me,” she whispers, eager for any chance to seek her own revenge. With vengeance as his guide, Voldrak begins a dark, perilous journey to reclaim his place in the Immortal Realm. …until one of his wives falls in a brutal battle, and Voldrak realizes the bitter truth: the cursed system wasn’t aiding him—but simply waiting to take control of his body. Enraged, he sacrifices his closest allies, shattering the chains of the cursed system. In doing so, he uncovers the truth of his erased memories and his hidden identity: the Supreme Ruler of the Superior Immortals, betrayed and cast aside in a cruel conspiracy. Reborn in blood and fury, Voldrak makes a pact with a demonic entity, sacrificing his mortal body for a chance at true rebirth. With his soul blackened beyond repair, he sets out on a new path, one paved in blood, vengeance, and unrelenting conquest. [Minion Subjugation System Activated] [Stella—Sixth Rank Soldier Defeated. Choose Action: Absorb Her Power, Convert Her to a Minion, or Add Her to Your Harem.] With each victory, his power grows, as he conquers new and brazen enemies. The three Superior Immortals, fearing his resurgence, scramble to halt his ascent. #Reasd ast your owsn perils!

Burdened by debts and on the edge of losing his workshop, Rivyn’s life turns around when he finds out that he got a mysterious System, which is different from the ones that every adventurer and blacksmith receive. This special System lets him create not only weapons and armor but potions, accessories, and Skill Books as well. Rivyn regains all his mechanical astuteness thus meaning he was given a second shot at success but at a great price. To progress he has to earn the system points for doing the hard tasks and doing it, better than anyone else. On the story’s premise, Rivyn’s talent increases with conflicts among guilds that want to monopolize the skills within the powerful organization. However, Rivyn isn’t interested in either fighting for the Renegades or becoming one of them. His only focus is mastering the art of crafting—until danger forces him to confront the truth: as strength is dominant even a simple blacksmith sometimes has to use a sword for his own protection. Given the looming complicated foes, guilds tempting and wooing him, and the ever present mystery of the System, Rivyn has to deal with the balance between craftsmanship and living. Will he grow up to be the world’s greatest blacksmith or will he be ravished by the powers that want to take him over?

In a world where magic reigns and darkness lurks, Kazuki Takashi endures a nightmarish cycle of abuse after losing his real parents. Adopted by a cruel family, his rage simmers until a field trip thrusts him and his classmates into a mystical realm, where a king asks for their help to save his kingdom from monstrous hordes. When Kazuki’s latent dark and electric powers emerge, he becomes the target of scorn, even from his closest friend. Banished and battered, he confronts his painful past, training relentlessly to surpass his limits. As he evolves from a broken boy into a powerful warrior, Kazuki seeks vengeance against those who wronged him. With the threat of gods looming and alternate realities colliding, Kazuki’s journey becomes a race against fate itself. Will he rise from the shadows to claim his destiny, or will he succumb to the darkness within? Discover his tumultuous tale of revenge and self-discovery in "The Dark Ascendance."

The abyss invaded, the heavens awakened, Everyone has the opportunity to awaken and become a tower defense lord, and go to the chaos to build a territory to resist the enemy! Lin Xiu came across time and awakened ten consecutive SSS-level talents! [Ten thousand times experience: killing any enemy will get ten thousand times experience] [Unlimited upgrades: Any of your arms will break through the level limit and can be upgraded indefinitely] [Super God Sniper: Attack distances of all arms can be superimposed and shared] [Super Power: Every time an enemy is killed, the attack will be permanently increased by 1%] 【…】 Top ten SSS-level talents added, when others are still doing their best to resist the abyss, Lin Xiu has already launched a counterattack towards the abyss! .....

After a mysterious cosmic failure, a tiny, ancient spacefaring being bound to the forces of dark matter and energy crashes onto Earth and inadvertently integrates itself into the brain of Antonio "Tony" Williams, a middle-aged Marine veteran turned gig worker in Santa Monica. This chance encounter transforms Tony's ordinary life into something extraordinary as the being, nicknamed "Roomie," begins to repair itself by enhancing Tony's mind and body with abilities far beyond human limits. Together, Tony and Roomie navigate the intricacies of their shared consciousness, with Tony gaining an unparalleled understanding of the universe’s fundamental forces—dark matter and dark energy. As Tony’s powers grow, so do his responsibilities, forcing him to balance his evolving identity with his relationships, especially with his fiercely loyal girlfriend, Jay, who struggles to reconcile the man she loves with the extraordinary being he’s becoming. As Tony’s bond with Roomie deepens, he embarks on an intense journey of self-mastery, training to manipulate dark matter and eventually create the building blocks of the universe itself. With Roomie’s guidance, Tony begins constructing atoms from scratch, learning to harness his newfound abilities while grappling with the weight of his transformations. But as the pair uncover the secrets of the cosmos, Tony must face the challenges of integrating his superhuman abilities into his life, all while understanding the profound implications of wielding the universe’s most powerful forces. In a story that blends science fiction with human connection, The Dark Matter Sage explores what it means to grow, adapt, and take responsibility for unimaginable power.

If the world had ended with powerful undeads around every corner, what would you do? Would hide from the world and slowly die or would you fight for your life and happiness If you were given the power to fight for your survival at the risk of your own humanity, what would you do? Would you fear that power or would you grasp it with both hands and fight until your last breath. [Author here! If you are enjoying this book then feel free to vote for it using power stones! This will allow me to post more chapters a day. Starting today I will post one bonus chapter a day for every ten power stone. Please Enjoy.]

[R-18 Mature Element Warning!] In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Shivam finds himself grappling with the challenges of existence, yearning for a chance to rise above the ordinary and carve out a place for himself in society. With employment opportunities elusive and his appearance falling short of societal standards, Shivam faces an uphill battle to gain respect and recognition. But when a tantalizing opportunity presents itself in the form of an advertisement post that involves opening the Dark Web to access Add Jobs, Shivam's curiosity is piqued. Desperate for a chance to prove himself and escape the shadows of mediocrity, he takes a leap of faith into the unknown depths of the digital underworld. With nothing to lose and everything to gain, Shivam takes the plunge into the mysterious world of the Dark Web. What he finds there is beyond anything he could have imagined— a realm shrouded in secrecy, teeming with mysteries and supernatural experiences that defy explanation. Shivam also gains many otherworldly benefits from the Dark Web's boxes, including unnatural powers and gadgets. However, these powers were not without their dark side. Follow Shivam's journey through the twisted labyrinth of the Dark Web, where the line between reality and illusion blurs and secrets lurking in the shadows threaten to consume him whole.

Après avoir reçu un message de Rin ASHIBA, la fille dont il est amoureux, Sora ISOSHI se rend dans une salle de classe de son lycée où Rin lui avait demandé de le rencontrer. Mais lorsqu'il arrive dans la salle de classe, il se retrouve seul. Pensant à une blague, il sort de la salle, mais une fois dehors, dans ce qui devrait être le couloir de son lycée, il voit à la place une grande pièce blanche où, assise sur un trône au fond de la pièce, se trouve Rin ASHIBA. Elle lui explique qu'il a été choisi par la Tour pour tenter de l'escalader et devenir son nouveau roi. Mais n'étant pas né dans ce monde, il n'a pas la capacité d'utiliser ce que tous les habitants de la planète sont capables d'utiliser, l'Ushi. Sora va donc se voir attribuer un étrange pouvoir. Un pouvoir avec lequel il va essayer de grimper la Tour, en essayant de répondre au souhait de Rin et ainsi devenir le nouveau Roi de la Tour.

He was a prince from the biggest kingdom in the Andromeda Continent.His family was the Holy Knight descendants who had killed the dark king. A mysterious accident took his father's life and cursed him with the dark power, making everyone doubt his identity. His uncle treated him as a war puppet even forcing him to relinquish his right to the king's throne and his cousin treated him like his nemesis. Feeling guilty for his father's death he decided to give his blind loyalty to his kingdom and accidentally fell in love with an unknown woman. But after all, things started going well, he was accused of rebelling and was cruelly executed. A dark power revived him, but he was not the same person they once knew. This time he would rise again not only as a king but a king among the kings that conquered the land... _________ >This is love at first sight, but also a slow burn romance (Romance subplot) >The story mostly about the MC's internal struggle >Please expect a lot of battle and fighting scenes as well as some political maneuvers in this story >The MC is cold for romance and mostly act by his status as a royalty >His past play a big role please be patient >This is not eye for an eye type of story Discord chanel: https://discord.gg/mSRHyMVhnG Cover by Commission Aleena Mao from Pixiv -------------- Other works: *The Incubus System *Dragon King's Harem *Seven Sins System *Demon Lord's Succubus (Completed)

In a world far larger than Earth, a cataclysmic event reshapes reality when mysterious towers appear across the continents. These towers, teeming with deadly creatures from other realms, open gateways for beings to emerge—creatures that can only leave their towers for 10 minutes at a time and cannot stray more than 10 feet from them. The appearance of these towers brings both chaos and opportunity. Great treasures, skills, and hidden knowledge lie within, but they come with a price. The world's balance teeters on the edge as these creatures wreak havoc on the land. The protagonist, a dedicated engineer, has spent years preparing for his dream job, only for the emergence of the towers to shatter his carefully laid plans. The once-predictable world is now unpredictable, and the protagonist finds himself thrust into a reality that no one could have foreseen. Along with the towers, adventurers—people who have awakened new traits and abilities—begin to appear. The protagonist, driven by frustration and a thirst for control, decides to forge his own path as an adventurer. With the knowledge he has from his engineering background and the systems granted by the towers, he embarks on a journey to explore the dungeons within the towers, uncover their treasures, and perhaps discover the means to restore order to the world. But the towers are not just a physical challenge—they are tied to the very fabric of reality itself. The protagonist must navigate not only the dangers of otherworldly creatures but also the increasingly fragmented political, geographical, and social conditions that arise from the towers’ presence. Each tower is a world unto itself, with creatures, treasures, and mysteries unique to each, and as the protagonist journeys deeper into these realms, he begins to understand that the towers might hold the key to saving—or destroying—the world. With new skills, powerful allies, and the weight of a crumbling world on his shoulders, the protagonist's quest is clear: survive, adapt, and find a way to confront the strange new system that governs this twisted reality. However, as his power grows, so too does the complexity of the world around him, and the lines between friend and foe blur. The towers’ true purpose is hidden deep within their foundations, and unlocking their secrets may be the only way to reverse the cataclysm—but will the protagonist be able to master the system before it's too late? *Towers of the Awakening* is a thrilling blend of RPG mechanics, world-building, and character development, exploring the tension between order and chaos in a world on the brink of collapse.

Weekly Love Tales - Arranged Marriage Contest - Appreciate your support :) In a world ruled by fate and ancient magic, Princess Seraphina's path was never hers to choose. Promised to a man known only as the Shadow Lord—a figure spoken of in whispers and feared by all—she must fulfill a marriage vow bound by powers beyond her understanding. Within the Shadow Lord’s mysterious realm, Seraphina discovers secrets that challenge everything she has ever known. But as darkness and light collide, she must face a choice: embrace the unknown or be lost to it. Will Seraphina's heart unlock the truth behind the shadows, or will she become part of them? Enter a realm where shadows conceal, vows bind, and only love can reveal what lies hidden in the dark. [ Please Support with Golden Tickets, Gifts and Power stones!! ]

The Tower of Blasphemy, a tower that stories say fulfills the wishes of those who reach its top. At first glance, this tower is completely marvelous, after all, all I have to do is climb it and I'll be able to get EVERYTHING I want... right? The tower may have this simple proposition of climbing to the top and having your wish come true, but it's not as simple as it seems. The tower holds horrors and challenges for people who come to try to climb its floors. Those who climb the tower go through certain challenges that make them climb floor by floor, and so to the top. But your walk from floor to floor is never calm or relaxing... always, I repeat, ALWAYS, there will be danger, no matter how small. We follow the story of Arthur Kurtman, a boy who has no memory of his past, he only knows his name and age. He is 16 years old, and has woken up in a long rocky corridor. Little does he know that the place he wakes up in will decide his future fate. This is the story of the tragedies and happinesses of just another explorer of the Tower of Blasphemy... Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

The Tower, An imposing structure… Stretching into the vast unknown of our existence… it stands so tall… It's imposing, unmoving and unfeeling… But despite its impartiality it's known to be a ticket… Power, strength, influence and possibly anything our feeble mortal minds can imagine…. It has it all… everything you’d want….everything you’d desire for. Reece has been on a journey, not to conquer its countless and unending floors, but what lies beyond the tower which even the greatest of primordials dare not try to peek into secrets… Secrets that existence will smite to even dare to try to know. Follow on with Reece’s journey, a journey of life and death.. And of course… What lies beyond death… Beyond the tower… [Warning: Mature content R-18 ] My tags: Smart Mc - Op Mc - Cold and cunning Mc - edgy-Op-Mc, NO YURI, smut- romance-massacre. Gifts: Massage Chair: unlocks 1 bonus chapter. Luxury Car: Unlocks 2 bonus chapters. Dragon: Unlocks 3 bonus chapter. Magic Castle: Unlocks 5 bonus chapters within a week! Space Craft: Unlocks 10 bonus chapters within a week! Golden Gachapon: Unlocks 15 bonus chapters within a week! Reviews: let's get to 30 reviews soon: unlocks 3 bonus chapters! (0/30) The number within the brackets at the end represents the number of reviews and how many left to unlock bonus chapters! Show some love and happy reading ლ(◉‿◉ ლ)

In the mysterious kingdom of "Tsukai," shadows mix with secrets, and a dangerous game called "The Emperor's Shadow" is played. This game is not like any other competition; it is a risky challenge that takes place in dark, complex halls. Competitors must find their way through these halls, using every skill they have, to reach the hidden depths of the imperial secrets that lie within the shadows.

In a world filled with monsters, demons, and magic users born with elemental powers, a boy is born without any magic or elements. Despite this, he possesses monstrous strength and speed, faster than light. Armed with a mysterious sword that can change shape, he fights against an unknown cosmic force. His journey leads him to uncover the secrets of his origins and the true nature of the universe.

story about a young mercenary boy Elian who gets involved in the matters related to the Tower of Temptation and helps his world get free from demon control, will he succeed read to find out about Elians story and his rise to power.

Zai, to escape his toxic household, goes to the tower and enters the tutorial. I’m not very good at updating and I’m also new to writing, I might mess up the pace and make it inconsistent. I’m cautious about making the MC too OP but I love stories where the protagonist overpowers and beats everyone up. Advice and tips are more than welcome. ε=ε=ε=ε=(ノ*´Д｀)ノ

the journey of a teen who struggles to find her roots

In this world, mythical creatures known as anitos and diwatas (spirits and deities in Philippine mythology) reside within a mysterious tower that no one can fully comprehend. The tower, called The Spiral of Makiling, appears in the Philippines and stretches into the heavens, divided into levels. Each level contains fragments of ancient mythological realms, from the underworld of Kasanaan to the peaks of Kaluwalhatian (the heavens). The protagonist, Enzo Reyes, is a descendant of the legendary warriors of old, yet he is one of the weakest participants in the tower’s trials