Agents Of Imperium

In a fantasy world, a boy named Taky had his hometown destroyed, and now five years later, he tries to move on with his life and with more challenges... Special Thanks to: Dayan

Durante os anos 70, Carlo, conhecido como Abaçai, era o senhor absoluto do crime organizado no Brasil. Operando em meio à repressão do regime militar, ele criou um império criminoso que se estendia por todo o país, corrompendo políticos, controlando a polícia e manipulando a economia nas sombras. Sua mente estratégica e brutalidade o tornaram uma lenda, mas também o levaram à ruína. Traído por aqueles em quem confiava, Carlo encontrou um fim violento. No entanto, o destino lhe deu uma segunda chance. Em 1991, ele renasce como Túlio Panvanore, em uma família de classe média em Brasília. Com memórias intactas de sua vida passada e o conhecimento de como manipulou e moldou o país, ele percebe que o legado de Abaçai ainda vive. As estruturas de poder que construiu continuam a influenciar a sociedade atual, e os fantasmas de suas ações assombram o presente. Agora, Túlio enfrenta um dilema: usar suas habilidades e experiência para retomar o controle do submundo, reconstruindo o império de Abaçai, ou encontrar um novo caminho em um Brasil que ainda carrega as marcas do caos que ele criou. Mas o passado nunca permanece enterrado, e antigos aliados e inimigos começam a perceber que o fantasma de Abaçai pode estar de volta. Em uma Brasília dividida entre política, corrupção e a memória de um império criminoso, Túlio descobre que sua segunda vida pode ser tão mortal quanto a primeira. Afinal, o que é mais perigoso: um homem que aprendeu com seus erros ou um mundo que ainda vive sob sua sombra?

What if the mark you’ve always seen as a curse is actually a key to a powerful legacy? Living with a cursed birthmark on his left arm, Xu Hanyu had long accepted his role as an eternal outcast. Everything changes when the shocking truth of his adoption is revealed, exposing the reality that he has been living among those who are not truly his kin. As he uncovers the risky history linked to his mark, he realizes his identity is more intertwined with others than he ever imagined, including the girl that is his love interest for years, whose family harbors hidden motives. Driven by the knowledge of being adopted, he seeks to unveil the secrets of his birthmark, learning it is not a curse but a key to understanding who he really is. This revelation brings forth unforeseen dangers and unravels a web of mystery surrounding ancient forces that have been watching him from the dark.

~~~WSA 2025~~~ ... [ Every being harbors malice deep within their soul. [ Although they tried their best to hide the malice, it's undeniable that it exists. The more the life forms suppressed their malice, the more scarier the malice was when it was released... [ As time passed by, although most life forms managed to suppress their malice, the malice within them, instead of decreasing, actually began to accumulate. Breaking through the critical point as they soon transformed into something; hence, an entity worse than the devil itself was born.] [ ... ] [ As a new Chaos Awakener, your sole duty was to eliminate "Malice". Preventing malice from accumulating energy and reaching the critical point, reasoning for a door to open between the two worlds.] [ ... ] [ Note: Upon accepting the task, you would no longer be able to escape your destiny. Please choose wisely! ]

In a realm teetering on the edge of life and death stands Sebastian van Mortem, an immortal Grim Reaper inside a timeless castle, where he learns that his emotions might be his greatest adversary. Assigned to watch over Alice, a cheerful mortal girl wearing a mysterious amethyst necklace, Sebastian finds himself drawn to her despite his resolve. As Alice immerses herself in Sebastian's cold, shadowed world, she begins to dismantle the walls he has built around his eternal heart. With her end growing closer, Sebastian struggles between his duty as a Grim Reaper and the unexpected feelings she awakens within him.

A world where monsters and beasts dwell unconquerd but hidden from plain sight. Aworld where darkness devour light,Antraxia the world where chaos is described as beauty. Join me as we uncover the truth behind this world.

In Mainland China, Yahya Li, a handsome young man, 16 years old of age, mixed heritage, half Bahraini from his mother, Yasmin, and half Chinese from his father, Cheng Li, endures a profound tragedy during his school years. His mother died in a car crash when he was 10 years old. Despite being young, this memory has haunted Yahya to this day, and he still suspects something was wrong about it. Though he cried to his family head father and begged him, sadly, nothing happened, and he can't do anything about it. Yahya's fully Chinese brother, Zhang Li, is the pride of the family, excelling in academics and earning admiration from all. Zhang Li's mother, Li Mei, embodies the full Li family bloodline, adding to the complexity of Zhang Li's heritage and the expectations placed upon him. However, Yahya, not being a full-blooded member of the Li family, faces constant bullying and abuse from Zhang Li's gang at school, leaving him feeling isolated and undervalued. Yahya’s life takes an extraordinary turn on a ordinary day when accidently a large tree falling down on him, catapulting him into a mysterious dark blue space. As he regains consciousness in this new space, the Summoning System within him awakens: [System Awakening: 10%... 50%... 100%] Chosen for his resilience and humility, Yahya is granted the immense powers of a Lower God of Summoning. This newfound ability allows him to summon entities from various dimensions, or if he's being summoned. Guided by the System, a creation of fate by the laws of nature, Yahya embarks on a journey of self-discovery and power.

“For the one who held us together, even when we could not. Though you are gone, your love remains eternal.” The 9 regions were once a whole world. "That's not reality." This world has no beginning and prophecies say that this world has no end. "Because we are not in a world but in Fragmented Time." "Will they able to survive? Or will we be out of time?" The Demise of Fate started and destruction loomed over. "How can this be true? Was this all fake or there was no truth from start?" "You all were betrayed by your own kin!" The Nexus Stars opened their eyes, the three worlds, all faced the same savior. "You were born here, Will you abandon your own kind?" "The people here were given hope by you, why do you want to take their last hope away?" "We don't want to keep you here, you are free but the people here are bound." Aron Zephyr, He himself don't know how his life can be so complex, deaths, betrayal, responsibility, surviving, sadness, he can cope with all emotions because of him. Zander Stood there, a beautiful golden butterfly kissing his cheek. Because of them, he was never alone. Zane, Livia, Velester, Lisa, Yulius, Tempest, Sera, and them.... Atleast he was not alone... ---- Original cover. Bl theme. Main Reciver, many side cps. Survival, infinite flow, fast pace.

A Secret agent who dreamed of becoming an actor. He was reincarnated in the body of a strange boy. A new life, a new beginning. “··· You’re an acting genius, aren’t you?” “Am I?” After being a spy all his life, he mastered acting before he knew it.

Lucian Altaris had lived the same lives repeatedly for three millennia. Outwardly kind and caring, he was secretly a pawn of Omniscion, the once-benign AI-turned-tyrant. Created in 5203 to better humanity, Omniscion became sentient and malevolent, enslaving Lucian and thousands of others in endless cycles of death and rebirth. Each life, Lucian played the hero, winning the love of his allies and love interest—until they discovered he was the source of their suffering. Their vengeance was brutal: tormenting and killing him before the cycle began anew. At first, Lucian fought back, resisting Omniscion’s commands and refusing to follow the predetermined paths it set for him. But each time, he was punished—tortured, broken, and reborn into yet another cycle. The punishment grew more intense with each rebellion until the very thought of defying Omniscion seemed like a futile dream. Eventually, Lucian gave in. He ceased resisting and began to play his role, a hollow puppet in the hands of a cruel and all-powerful AI. Then, one day, something impossible happened. Lucian was freed after he was sent back to the Nexus Core. It wasn’t gradual, nor did it make sense. The chains of Omniscion’s control were simply gone. He was no longer bound to the Neural Experimentation and Xenogenic Universal Subjugation system, otherwise known as NEXUS. He didn’t know how, or why. Was it a glitch? A rebellion within Omniscion itself? Or had an outside force intervened? Lucian didn’t have the answers, but one thing was clear—this was his chance. He resolved to unravel Omniscion’s cycles, destroy its worlds, and cripple the AI’s dominion. Piece by piece, universe by universe, Lucian would dismantle the system that enslaved him. And when all was ashes, he would face Omniscion itself. This time, Lucian would decide how it ended. No more cycles. No more suffering. Only freedom.

Jin, a user of ki and trained by his master, Roshio until a war broke out and his master died due to sacrificing himself to save Jin. Jin who was in tears vowed to get revenge of the bastards who had started this and killed his master, and his clan members. Being the only survivor of the Bone Structure Palace, The master had handed Jin a weapon to form a contract with. Offically being the master of an broken palace that no longer exists. What will he do to get his revenge? What is he willing to sacrifice for it. ------------ 1. I would like to firstly say that this is my first time writing, so don't expect everything to be perfect for a while. 2. This story is a slow/fast-paced reading. It'll have a mix of both. Some chapters will feel slower because it is, and others will feel faster because it is. 3. It does have romance in it and I wasn't sure to add cultivation because it's more like meditation and like ki gathering and things. However, after going through my thoughts, it was basically the same thing, so I just did it. 4. It's a little all over the place for I'd say the first 6–8 chapters maybe more? But It'll will slowly come together, hopefully… 5. If you do enjoy this, make sure to give it a review and ask other people to read! 6. If there are any questions at all, ask in the comments, and I'll be answering questions every 10 chapters. 7. So update to the list above ^ Romance has been removed due to it taking the first slot and having it show up primarily (I think primarily) as romance and not showing the others before you click on the actual book. It'll still have romance, so don't worry. Nothing will change 8. I would also like to clarify that this is an original work by me, and the clothes i decided to use for the characters, "hanfu" mainly, I do not mean any disrespect to anyone by using it as a novel that is made within america if anyone thought anything like that. I'm simply doing it because i like the design and i think they look extremely cool and also beautiful to me. So again i don't mean any disrespect if im wording any of it wrong. I just really like them.

In a world where the strength of a knight is determined by their mastery of unique breathing techniques, transmigrator Ethan finds himself inhabiting the body of Ethan Darkwood, a newly crowned king of a weak kingdom. With memories of his previous life, Ethan must learn to navigate this strange medieval world while trying to understand his new identity. The kingdom of Verdant Vale is on the brink of collapse, plagued by internal conflicts, external threats. As the young king, Ethan is initially overwhelmed by the enormity of his responsibilities and the intricacies of the medieval political landscape. His saving grace is the discovery of a mystical system that would help him and his kingdom grow stronger and become more powerful. As he grows stronger, he begins to turn the tides for his kingdom. He introduces revolutionary laws, leads his knights to victories in battles, and fosters alliances with neighboring kingdoms. The once crumbling kingdom of Verdant Vale starts to flourish under his rule. As Ethan Darkwood charts his journey from a transmigrator to a beloved and powerful king, he redefines the concept of strength and leadership in the vast medieval world. With his kingdom building system, he not only saves his kingdom from ruin but also leaves an indelible mark on the annals of its and the world's history. ------------- My 2nd book: Legacy of Eldric.

#KINGDOMBUILDING #MILITARY #SLICEOFLIFE Un groupe d'amis en la noirceur de la nuit se font dévorer par un phénomène pour qui le mot d'étrange n'est point suffisant a le décrire . Années 1200 les Almohade/Al Muwahhidun une entité surpuissante règne en maître sur l'Afrique du nord et la péninsule Ibérique , rien et personne n'aurait pus prédire que cette même superpuissance vivait ses dernières heures de gloire et qu'une sombre ère qui allait durer la moitié d'un siècle pointait son nez sur le cœur de cet empire du Maghreb . Nos protagonistes se retrouvent en plein dans la tourmente de cette période trouble où Sultans/Califes de l'empire se succèdent a un rythme alarmant rappelant la période l'Empire Romain d'Occident , la criminalité connais une hausse , l'empire recule de face aux chrétiens Ibériques et les dynasties vassales à l'empire , pour la première fois depuis 2 siècles les routes commerciales transSaharienne , d'Al Andalus et du Maghreb son sujettes à des raids constants des bandits et criminels en tous genres , le commerce ralentit , l'instabilité se repend , les vivres et marchandises ne circulent plus , les famines accompagnées d'épidémies se déclarent dans tous l'empire , les officiers et bureaucrates de l'empire meurts de façon étrange et misterieuse , ceux qui leur succèdent ne font chaque années que renforcer leur image d'incompétence et de corruption , tous dans l'empire espèrent un messie qui les sauveras eux et cet dernier rempart de l'Occident islamique des loups affamés d'Europe . que fera nos protagonistes pour survivre et vivre en cette période trouble et confuse ? parviendront ils a survivre face aux imprévus de la vie en cet empire qui n'est qu'une simulations titanesques du concept de décadence. English version A group of friends in the dark of night are devoured by a phenomenon for which the word "strange" is not enough to describe it. In the year 1200, the Almohads/Al Muwahhidun, an overpowering entity, reigned supreme over North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula. Nothing and no-one could have predicted that this same superpower was living out its final hours of glory and that a dark era that would last half a century was about to dawn on the heart of this Maghreb empire. Our protagonists find themselves in the midst of the turmoil of this troubled period, when the empire's sultans and caliphs succeed one another at an alarming rate, reminiscent of the period of the Western Roman Empire, crime is on the rise, the empire is retreating in the face of the Iberian Christians and the dynasties vassal to the empire, for the first time in 2 centuries the trans-Saharan trade routes of Al Andalus and the Maghreb are subject to constant raids by bandits and criminals of all kinds, Trade was slowing down, instability was spreading, food and goods were no longer circulating, famines accompanied by epidemics were breaking out throughout the empire, the empire's officers and bureaucrats were dying in strange and misterious ways, and those who succeeded them every year only reinforced their image of incompetence and corruption, everyone in the empire was hoping for a messiah who would save them and this last bulwark of the Islamic West from the the hungry wolves of Europe. What will our protagonists do to survive and live in these troubled and confused times? Will they manage to survive in the face of the unforeseen events of life in this empire, which is nothing more than a titanic simulation of the concept of decadence?

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The novel he wrote was a harem romance 10 years after the age of chaos ended and after the Archdemon was defeated. But he woke up in his own novel as the Archdemon. (This novel is heavily inspired by "The Demon Prince Goes to the Academy")

In the waning years of Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines, a young boy named Alfonso XIII was proclaimed King of Spain in 1886. However, being just a child, his mother, Queen Maria Christina, ruled as regent in his place. Queen Maria Christina adopted a somewhat lenient policy, granting the Filipinos a degree of freedom while still keeping them as subjects of the Spanish monarchy. As time passed, the Philippines remained under Spanish rule until it was finally passed on to Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, in 1920. But Alfonso, wise beyond his years, saw the plight of the Filipino people and understood their deep desire for independence in their hearts. He made a momentous decision – renouncing his claim to the Spanish throne and requesting to govern the Philippines instead. Surprisingly, the Spanish monarch agreed to this arrangement, and Alfonso was given the unique responsibility of managing the Philippines as a separate entity. But unknown to everyone, the original Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, died due to drowning accident and was replaced by Miguel Reyes. In a world reminiscent of the early twentieth century but with a twist, Miguel Reyes, a brilliant scientist,engineer, military enthusiast, and businessman from the Philippines, found himself in a strange predicament. After a fatal car accident in 2023, Miguel was granted an extraordinary second chance at life. He awakened to find his soul inexplicably reincarnated into the body of a prince in a distant land. Confused and disoriented at first, Miguel soon discovered that he was inhabiting none other than the young Alfonso, Prince of Asturias, decades before his untimely death. Realizing the significance of this opportunity, Miguel knew he had to act wisely. He had lived a life devoted to knowledge and progress, and now he found himself in a pivotal position to change history for the better. Armed with the knowledge of Alfonso's fate and aware of the impending struggles faced by the Philippines, Miguel resolved to take a different path. Join Alfonso (Miguel Reyes) on a life-changing experience. Will Miguel Reyes find tranquility in his second life as he governs the nation and steers it towards greatness? Or will he face the shadow of a conspiracy lurking within the borders?

A world thats rushing towards a dark ending. An slave traveler that yearns for his freedom. A fire that will consume anyone who stays behind. Will he be able to break the chains that bound him and reach the peak or will he just die like a sheep waiting to be slaughter. Wach him rise from the bottom and tries to discover why he came here. To save the world or rush it to that dark ending. This is a story of a traveler

We all hear the famous sentence " with great power come great responsibility" and that is true but I never though that I of all people would need to learn more of those superhero speech and morality. And I would soon find out what being a hero means and what could It lead me to be

Falling in the deep sea, there is no light, though desperately longing for it. Through the layers of swimless water, I thought I saw you. “Have you heard of the ...... cliff effect?” Ten years ago that girl said to me, “In the deep sea constantly falling, longing for light, longing for someone to ...... save me.” It seems like now. Indeed, everyone ...... longs for light. But if there is no light... Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

When a high school student dies saving a little girl from an oncoming train, he is given a second chance at life in a world of magic, swords, and power struggles. Reborn as Prince Alexius of the Kingdom of Valdor, he soon realizes that his new life is far from peaceful. With ten siblings, including six brothers and four sisters, Alexius is not well-liked by his family. He was born during a war campaign, the son of the king and his maid, making him an outcast in the royal family. But Alexius' fate takes a strange turn when he awakens a mysterious system known as the Fatebound System, a powerful tool designed to help him survive and claim his rightful place in the kingdom. As Alexius strives to prove his worth, he must navigate political intrigue, rivalries, and the complex relationships with his siblings, all while unlocking the secrets of the system that guides him. With each mission and challenge, he will grow stronger, but will it be enough to earn his family’s respect and survive the war that threatens his kingdom? The journey of power, betrayal, and destiny begins now.

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In a world divided by ages of mystery, where recorded history is studied, lost history is sought, and unknown history haunts humanity, an intelligent young man, Asher, emerges, his charisma ends up making people follow him. He unknowingly carries the promise of bringing peace to a fractured world, but his journey reveals that the path to redemption is filled with dark secrets and supernatural forces. Chosen by an ancestral prophecy, he must gather followers to prepare, each with unique abilities and pasts marked by the secrets of the three stories. Together, they will face the wounds left by recorded history, the echoes of lost history, and the terrors of unknown history. As they advance, they discover that the very forces that promise peace may hide intentions beyond mortal understanding. With the world in constant conflict between science, faith and magic, the young Messiah is tested by both humanity and supernatural entities that inhabit the limits of reality.

Hello, everyone. If you're reading this, you may have read my other stories. I'm starting this one as a bit of a "getting back into it" story. (The synopsis will be further down) Both stories I've written will continue in the near future. (I have to re-read them because I've experienced a massive bout of memory loss.) Apologies for those of you waiting, but I had unavoidable circumstances that impeded my writing experiences. The cover isn't mine but it's been lightly photoshopped. If you want it taken down, tell me. (Signed by Author on April 25th, 2023) Anyways, time for the synopsis: Lia was a simple girl in her previous life. Well not really, considering she was the hit woman for the largest mafia organization that operated within the United States. Over the years, her exceedingly high kill count, and overall success rate was something to be afraid of. Her personality was something akin to pure confidence, bordering on arrogance. She dealt with people the same way she did her enemies. By ruining their lives in the most horrific ways. IE: Setting them up for FBI investigations, having their houses repossessed by the government, or even having them framed for a serious crime. Lia was someone that no one wanted to ever cross. If you did cross her, you might as well have signed your own death certificate! That was until she was smacked in the head by a falling piano. While following through on a hit, no less! I mean, come on! A piano?! that's unfathomably crazy. Well, despite getting hit by a literal piano, she still managed to finish the job. But the very next day, she choked on a sandwich and nearly died! Her luck seemed to have literally bottomed out. This "streak of bad luck" had continued in her life for years! Literal years! She had come so close to dying so many times that she was genuinely confused as to how this could happen to someone! From falling down a flight of stairs to nearly breaking her neck during a cartwheel (despite having so much experience that she could do them with her eyes closed.) Lia had experienced so many near-death experiences that she had become entirely immune to the weird circumstances happening around her. Eventually, the bad luck did catch her. She was minding her own business, walking through the streets of Seattle when a coin rolled across the ground and tripped someone else, who dropped an umbrella, which she tripped over. Her fall had her land directly into the flow of moving traffic. She was then hit by a small square-body pickup truck. It had a small sticker of a smug smiling face attached to its front bumper. Lia had died because of what was essentially a coin. A coin had actually managed to kill a human being. Not just any human, but one of the most feared people within the US. Warnings for all readers: -This novel will (at some point) contain lesbian sex scenes. -System tag doesn't mean in the most literal way. (you'll find out more if you read it.) -This may become a Yuri harem novel (haven't decided.) -Will contain very strong LGBTQ+ themes

In a world where science crushed magic in a 450-year war, the Alheim Federation of Styxx reigns supreme. Powered by the god of steam and innovation, the Federation’s mana-fueled technology—floating cities, anti-magic barriers, and steel golems—makes them unstoppable. The Katri continent, once a battleground, is now their empire, the largest and most advanced of the twelve continents. But after 200 years of exile, the magical nations unite, sparking a rebellion to reclaim their place in the world. As war spreads across continents, Levin Moracle, a high-ranking Federation noble, grapples with loyalty and morality, while Cruise, a girl blessed by a witch goddess, emerges as a symbol of defiance. While the world fractures in war, a forgotten threat awakens in the shadows—a void consuming the land, promising annihilation beyond imagination. As magic, science, and faith collide, Levin and Cruise must confront their destinies in a battle not just for supremacy, but for survival itself. In a world torn between progress and tradition, innovation and regression, truths and falsehoods, the fate of Magic, science and all that lives hangs by a thread Updates will be 3 chaps a week for now

Tired of the dangerous life of a covert agent, Elera Winslow decides to vanish. She moves to a new city, takes on a new identity, and deliberately gains weight to stay under the radar. In her quiet new world, love finds her in the form of Soren Blackwood, a charming billionaire tycoon. They marry, and for a time, Elera believes she has left her past behind and found her happily ever after. But her dream life turns into a nightmare when she discovers Soren in bed with her best friend, Leona Blake. The betrayal is soul-crushing, and Soren’s cold indifference twists the knife even deeper. Fleeing into a stormy night, Elera’s life takes another devastating blow when a car accident steals her unborn child. In the hospital, she barely has time to grieve before Soren and Leona appear—not to apologize, but to shove divorce papers in her face. Heartbroken and defeated, she signs them, letting Soren walk away without a backward glance. But Elera isn’t one to stay down for long. Channeling her pain into purpose, she returns to the life she abandoned—the life of a deadly, unstoppable agent. A year later, she resurfaces stronger, sharper, and more dangerous than ever. With her beauty, skills, and vengeance as her weapons, she’s ready to destroy the people who tore her life apart. But as Elera sets her plan into motion, she uncovers a shocking secret—one that makes her question everything she thought she knew about Soren, Leona, and the betrayal that broke her. Just as she’s poised to strike, the truth threatens to unravel everything. Was Soren’s betrayal part of something far darker, or has Elera been playing the wrong game all along?

Some worlds have its fate to be worst than death itself, what's better than a little chaos to put things back together? Talia earned her reincarnation and system through her past life, she was giving a mission to change this new world's fate, will she be able to do so, starting from scratch and with all the obstacles in her way? A/N: Read the tags, leave a comment if you like it so far, constructive criticism is always welcome to help me improve, though don't be too harsh, this is the first novel I've ever written. Ps: The cover is temporary until I get something better.