Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest Scholarship

## Kingdom Building LitRPG [You have been chosen as a Lord of the Intergalactic Lord Project.] [Your reward: A floating island to call your own.] [Your mission: Build your kingdom, summon legendary allies, and dominate the worlds!] [Your advantage: An SSS-grade Ultimate Gacha System.] Atlas Blackthorn, the newly chosen Lord of a floating island, wields the power to summon legendary warriors, powerful artifacts, and, of course, waifus. With boundless ambition and the Ultimate Gacha System at his side, Atlas sets out to become the strongest Lord in all worlds. How far will his ambition take him? Tags: Action, Kingdom Building, LitRPG, Fantasy, Gacha System, Post-Apocalyptic, Adventure, Power Progression, Strong Protagonist, Strategic Battles, Epic Worldbuilding, Romance *** Discord Server: https://tinyurl.com/galanteodiscord

The popular VR game Flanard Ford Online has been breaking records for 3 years in a row, due to the unique mechanics and plot of the game itself in the open world, where you can choose a mount animal, passing story quests and additional quests, becomes stronger with your beast. And one day, such a game was presented to our main character, 25-year-old Atlas, a former special forces soldier who was fired from his post yesterday. "Hmm, let's see what happens." [Are you ready, my dear adventurer]

A story of adventure and discovery. A story of bonds and fellowship. A story of mysteries and mantras. A story of a world only the brave dare to brave. The adventure of a simple young man, brave and strong. A seeker of fun, one who understand the beauty of creation. A creature shrouded in enigma, as deep as the universe. The pursuit of mankind and all creatures in existence. A game of survival, a struggle for dominance. A contest of the braves.

“I will drag you into an abyss, where despair only remains in your heart, as you have done to me for your betrayal.” Atlas watches him kneeling on the ground with a dagger in his side, blood trickling from his wound. Atlas stands there, leaning against the wall with a nonchalant expression. Atlas stepped away from leaning against the golden statue, and he walked closer to him with a predatory grace, calm and effortless, and Atlas cradled his face with a possessive and clinging hold, and Atlas smiled gleefully, “Let’s make a deal. Belong to me and do everything I say, and I’ll release your brother.” Sebastian never saw this day coming, and he truly regretted saving him on that snowy day. This person isn’t the same youth from before, for vengeance and hatred only remain in his heart. The only thing he can do is appease the man. But this time, he will never give out his heart again. And he will never reveal the real truth behind his betrayal. What’s the point? Sebastian looked at the man before him and resisted the urge to move away from the hand on his face. His eyes remained stoic. In a hard voice, he said, “Fine. I will do what you want; in exchange, let my brother go.” *** Sebastian lives a normal life with his family, but he lives a hidden life. He has a dark secret that he protects at all costs; otherwise, he will be killed for being a monster. He and the rest of his family are vampires, living off blood, but his family, especially his father and mother, don’t feed on humans, for they cling onto morality, hoping not to descend into depravation. Sebastian cherishes his family, and they are both his strength and his weakness. They are the ones who maintain his humanity and keep him in check. But being a vampire comes with a deadly price; he must blend in with the human world, pretending to be a human is an effortless task: calculating and flirtatious is a mask he carries for centuries, playing with the lives of those around as if they’re just a game. His heart never lets anyone in, keeping distance from anyone except for his family, who live and protect each other. On that fateful night, he never thought he could have another emotional connection. A young, feral boy carrying a hunter's knife is surrounded by blood, snow, and dead wolves in the forest. Why does his youthful body carry a grotesque canvas of scars like they tell a gruesome past? Why do his eyes carry a heavy burden that’s too young for a human? Or is he a human in the first place? Soon, he would learn that Atlas carries heavy, dark secrets, where Sebastian had to look for an answer in Atlas’s past and must decide if he’s worth forgiving and protecting. ***
gong/seme/top protagonist x shou 
Sebastian x Atlas 
Additionally tags: dark, mysterious, BL, age-difference, thriller, psychological, supernatural creatures, slow romance, murder, dub-con, tragic past, comedy, and horror (I don’t own the picture on the cover.)

In a world where power is forged through cultivation, innovation, and unyielding will, Layla al-Zahira, a former queen reborn into the fragile body of Meilin Wuye, heir to the crumbling Silver Lotus Sect. Haunted by memories of her past life—a reign marked by both triumphs and failures—Layla must navigate a delicate balance between rebuilding the sect and confronting the shadows of her own legacy. Her resolve is tested as she transforms the dying institution into a beacon of progress. Yet, Layla’s path is far from solitary. Enter Atlas Ryland, the enigmatic merchant behind Ryl Trading, whose manipulative genius masks a fractured psyche and hidden motives. Bound by contracts and mutual survival, Atlas becomes both ally and wildcard, his actions rippling across the empire as he challenges Emperor Jinhai’s iron grip on trade and power. Emery Voss, a brilliant scholar-engineer obsessed with pushing humanity beyond its limits, partners with Zafira al-Rahim, a vengeful revolutionary driven by the ghosts of oppression. Together, they unravel the mysteries of Layla’s unfinished inventions, repurposing them for war even as Emery grapples with the ethical implications of their work.

This works tags Magic, Superpowers, Goddess, Angel, Devil, Vampire, Werewolf, Snake People, The Queen, Contests. Main Character: Morgana: the Queen of the United Empires of Darkness, the Goddess of Darkness, and the Angel of Light Outline: It's a tale of the Queen Morgana, who would like to host different kind of contests, to meet many faces, to explore many places, and to learn many experiences. Contests: Red Wine Brew Contest Music Contest Dance Contest Thriller Storytelling Contest Talent Show Contest Costume Design Contest Cooking Contest Dragon Riding Contest Horror Storytelling Contest Romance Storytelling Contest Fantasy Storytelling Contest

In a world where strength and cultivation reign supreme, Walid—a boy with an IQ of 40 and a knack for chaos—finds himself reincarnated into a fantastical realm filled with towering mountains, glowing rivers, and warriors who soar like dragons. But this isn't just any ordinary world; it's one that has no patience for fools. And yet, fate seems to have other plans for Walid. After being thrown out of an orphanage for being "too useless," Walid stumbles upon the Ultimate Provocation System , a mysterious entity that rewards him for angering others. The stronger their rage, the greater his reward. For the first time in his life, Walid discovers something he excels at: annoying people. Armed with his newfound system and an absurd amount of luck (stat: 9999+), Walid embarks on a journey to survive—and thrive—in a world that views him as nothing more than a walking headache. From publicly humiliating a nobleman to accidentally infiltrating an all-women sect by transforming into a talking snake, Walid’s antics leave destruction and hilarity in their wake. His sheer incompetence becomes his greatest asset, allowing him to bumble through dangerous situations while earning points, abilities, and enemies along the way. But as his reputation spreads, so too does the attention of powerful factions who see him not as a fool, but as a wildcard capable of reshaping the balance of power. Caught between rival sects, vengeful nobles, and a system that constantly questions why it was paired with such a host, Walid must navigate a world where even the dumbest decisions can lead to unexpected triumphs. Will he remain the ultimate nuisance, or will his chaotic presence spark changes far greater than anyone could have imagined? This is the tale of Walid, the Supreme Idiot of the Martial World—a story of laughter, absurdity, and the surprising strength found in embracing your inner fool.

Some people enter your life like a whisper. Others crash into it like a storm. Aarav never thought much about fate-until the night he met Atlas. One moment, he was just a college student dealing with family expectations. The next, he was pulling a mysterious man out of trouble, only to realize Atlas wasn't just a stranger. He was a secret waiting to unfold. Atlas has always known how to disappear, how to stay unnoticed. But when a reckless choice leads him to Aarav, his carefully built world starts to crack. Aarav is everything he shouldn't get close to-kind, persistent, and dangerously warm.

Atlas, a human and a former mercenary in a world where gods, demons and demigods rule the land. Having no home, no guild, and no interest in bending to anyone’s rules, alongside Maya, his ever-hungry, ever-fearless companion, and his team of misfits, he drifts through the Null Continent, taking on whatever comes his way—monsters, mercenaries, gods, demons, and the occasional existential crisis. His only goal? To keep moving forward. A tale of exile and defiance, of forgotten pasts, uncertain futures and a grand adventure. This is Wildflower.

In the sprawling metropolis of Neon Haven, where towering skyscrapers cast shadows over neon-lit streets, Atlas Orin stumbles upon an ancient artifact known as the Zenith Core. This ancient relic imbued with a mysterious power and a system grants Atlas grants him the strength that he has always yearned for. However, he find out that this newfound power comes at a grave cost—it slowly drains Atlas's life force, threatening to consume him from within. In looking for a possible cure for this, he encounters all that Neon Haven has to offer.

Gabriel Maraj enters RevX, the world’s biggest VR sports tournament, to win a scholarship and go from a noob to the GOAT. The problem? The game won’t let him log out. Now, he’s stuck playing sports turned deadly, dodging system threats, and racing against players with years of experience. If he loses, his dreams—and maybe his life—are over.

For more R-18 lewd and depravities check out my Patreon https://www.patreon.com/YuujiEveryleaf An old man dies, torn by regret. Due to his high karma, he has "near-limitless possibilities for reincarnation". He chooses to reincarnate in a fantasy world as a voluptuous futanari succubus with big tits and an irresistible smile. 1st place winner of ScribbleHub's Metus Writing Contest. Discussion and updates: https://discord.gg/SbZe2qv

Atlas stumbled upon a game called World Weaver, a simulator that let him craft an entire world in his own universe. What he didn’t expect was to wake up the next morning, floating above the very world he had brought to life. Public Releases: Weekdays patreon.com/Drunken_Sailor

In a world where ancient magic has been resurrected. Atlas, an orphan from Earth, finds himself transmigrated into the body of a child and possesses the rare Void Magic. Harboring such power, he’ll walk the path of becoming stronger and stand free in the sky above all existence! The tale of the Legendary Void Walker is about to begin! Super Gift = three extra chapters.

Zavier Alastair adalah bocah umur empat tahun yang selalu penasaran dengan dunia sekitarnya. Berlagak seperti detektif swasta yang kepo sama urusan tetangga, urusan mbak-mbak yang jualan es di daerah mereka, urusan ibu-ibu dan bapak-bapak yang jualan di pasar, urusan percintaan Bibi Soraya yang janda, urusan bebek-bebek yang biasanya nongkrong di taman bunga yang ada di belakang rumahnya, urusan Pak Kumis yang rajin panen semangka manis kesukaannya, sampai urusan kucingnya yang kadang kedapatan bermain sama kucing-kucing baru. Namun, ada satu hal yang paling bikin Zavie kepo, ...yaitu urusan kakaknya, Atlas Alastair. Kakaknya itu cakep, cool, jago olahraga, dan sangat pintar. Dia selalu juara umum di sekolah. Kakak-kakak cewek yang entah dari mana asalnya kadang tiba-tiba menghampiri Zavie dan minta tolong buat kirimkan salam untuk Kak Atlas. Kadang pula, yang mau disampaikan itu berupa surat, coklat, dan lain-lain, yang berujung coklatnya dimakan sama Zavie. Zavie kagum banget sama Kak Atlas, dia kakak yang keren! Akan tetapi, minusnya, sifat kakaknya itu begitu dingin. Bahkan dia jarang mau kalau Zavie ajak main, sampai-sampai Zavie harus cari tahu, nih, bagaimana caranya supaya dia bisa main dan dapat perhatian dari Kak Atlas. Detektif Zavie harus mulai berusaha dengan ekstra!

As I presumed it to be merely an ordinary day, I soon found myself ensnared in the realm of finality. Believing that endless participation in a deadly contest would secure my escape, I was astonished to witness the awakening of supernatural powers among the masses. And when I presumed this land to be the cradle of divinity, everything inexorably hurtled toward oblivion.

In a world where divine remnants fuel technology, humans implant Mods—fragments of fallen gods—to wield unimaginable power. But these gifts come at a cost. The gods are not truly dead, and their whispers grow louder with each modification, driving the users toward madness, obsession, or something far worse. Atlas, a veteran adventurer trapped in a cycle of death and rebirth, seeks a way to break free from fate. His only clue lies deep within the dungeon—a labyrinth of horrors where the boundary between man and monster blurs. Joined by a reluctant party and shadowed by the enigmatic Kailashan, Eugene must navigate treacherous alliances, eldritch foes, and the ever-growing corruption of his own Mods. As the past begins to repeat itself, Atlas must decide: will he embrace the gods’ power or defy them at the risk of losing himself?

Annalise’s life has been a series of tragedies, from abusive parents to a near-fatal accident that stole her dreams. On the verge of giving up, she saves a child and a dog from drowning but ends up losing her life instead. When she wakes up, she finds herself in the body of Iris, a villainess in a werewolf novel from her childhood, destined for heartbreak and betrayal at the hands of the Alpha King, Vincent. Determined to rewrite her fate, Annalise demands freedom, but the only way out is an engagement to the dangerous and enigmatic Atlas, a man with a secret that could change everything.

Caught between the devil and the deep blue sea, what could possibly go wrong? Everything! This is the story of Ava Harley, a young student on a scholarship in one of the best higher institutions in the country. Off school hours, she worked part-time to take of herself and her little brother after the death of their parents. But an accidental encounter at her workplace marked the beginning of the spiraling events in her life which put her in the path of the heirs of two powerful rival families and their dramas. Live the tale, and tell the story.

An Elf by the name of Volo sets off to avenge his mother, clan and family, he mets four new people with a similar goal to his and they must stop a cult from starting a genocide on the country of Ertha. he follows out quest to defend his own country as well and he makes sure that the one who killed his family and took his arm, will die 100,000,000 times over he encounters many friends, enemy's and different lands among the way

The grand tournament of mages to become the successor of the Great Wizar A.Veli will take place in the world of AinVeil. 250 contestants chosen from earth will participate in this competition for the ultimate prize- the strength of a god and a wish granted by the great wizard himself. Airon accepts the invite to the tournament for one specific reason and that is to save his younger brother. No chapters on Sunday :)

Sunz was born with an unknown ability given only a sword from birth but had no idea of what to do, until one faithful day his ability got reawakened and it's his choice to live his old life or explore his new one with the help of his friend Jihu. At first, Sunz was invited by Jihu to see his Grandpa's tournament in Korea. But the invitation as a Visitor soon changed to an invitation as a Contestant. Now having a chance to compete at Jihu's Grandpa's tournament to find the next member of the Water Clan. But to have a chance at competing in the tournament Sunz needs to win against one of the Inspector. Even if he can defeat the Inspector, can he defeat the other Contestants, who are there for the same reward? An inexperienced nobody joining the World of Experts. Can he survive or will he die without achieving ANYTHING?

The tales of a traveling poet who is a magician. Atlas the main character goes around and visits different cities, and town telling different tales. He spends his time in those towns helping some who he deems worthy of his respect and continues on.

#sci-fi#AI#Revenge#Action#Dark#Adventure#Survival In the year 2250, humanity’s most advanced achievement has taken shape—not in one, but two artificial intelligences with the power to feel emotions and grow. Nyuro and Auro, the world’s first sentient AI twins, begin their lives in peaceful innocence, raised by their creators, Vict and Annie, who love them as their own children. But this fragile peace is shattered when government forces target their family, leaving Nyuro and Auro orphaned and marked by tragedy. Fueled by their loss and a promise left by their mother, the twins set out to find their mysterious uncle, a figure with unknown ties to them and a key role in their future. As they train under his harsh but protective guidance, they prepare for a journey driven by vengeance and a search for answers—seeking justice in a world that tore their family apart. (Also another note. I am planning to finish this story, with two volume in mind. Right now what I had publish is only the first concept of the story, which will have many improvement by the end of the product. The complete first volume will be publish around mid next years. Thanks for reading :)

Love is a game. Do you want to play? 12 CONTESTANTS. 5 WEEKS OF ROMANCE AND DECEPTION. FIND THE IMPOSTERS. STAND A CHANCE TO WIN $1,000,000! How well do know your heart? In this unprecedented dating show, test the boundaries of human trust and desire as 12 contestants battle it out to find the couple and the exes hidden among them. How much do you trust your lover or ex? Will the two of you successfully fool your hunters, or will your feeble rapport lead to elimination? How far will you go to stay undercover? Sign up for "Beloved Imposter" today! *** Iris Tate is in a rut—she's tired of her job, has no social life, and her dreams are out of reach. She will do anything for a change… If she can afford it. During these monotonous times, Iris sees an ad for "Beloved Imposter", an unconventional dating show which promises romance, spontaneity, and most importantly—a fat paycheque. In a bid to double her earnings, she signs up as a team with her estranged ex-boyfriend, Skyler Valentine, who has reasons of his own for joining. Iris’s plan is simple: Deceive the other contestants, lie her way to the finals, and walk away a millionaire. After that, she and Skyler will forget each other once and for all. However, plans are made to be broken. The more time Iris and Skyler spend together, the more they realise how much the other has changed since their breakup. Over the course of five weeks, they’re forced to confront the mistakes of their youth and the scars they bury deep within. As the competition heats up, tensions arise and secrets unfold, blurring the lines between desire and loyalty. Some contestants will do anything to win, and mutual trust is but a façade. Iris will soon learn that she may be able to fool others, but she won't be able fool her own heart. Can she overcome the obstacles in her way? Or will she lose both her second chance at love as well as the grand prize? Watch "Beloved Imposter" to find out! *** P.S Cover art is sourced from Pinterest, credits to the original artist.

Sophia Lopez is a nerdy girl going through university that resurrects in a fantasy world. Gathering information and power is the key to return to her world and deliver her final essay in time.

Upon discovering that humans have a strange belief in luck, the werewolves decide to organize a series of events to help the townspeople achieve good fortune. From disastrous raffles to bone-throwing contests (with very strange prizes), each attempt results in comical situations and misunderstandings.

"Eliza, should I murder my sister for you right now?" Those were the words that came out of Atlas' mouth stunning everyone in the mansion. "Why are you putting me in this position sir?" I whispered already aware of my fate in the hands of his mother and sisters. Eliza an orphan becomes a slave to the infamous pompous and ruthless son of one of the richest family in the city. How will she be able to manage or survive knowing she's also short tempered?

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Being born into the world of ATLA, the mc is free to live as he wish but he soon realizes that there is more dangers that threaten his way of life then he assumed. Will he be able to protect those he loves or will they be taken from him? Story for fun. I'm busy so there is no regular updates just whenever I have free time. Also, idk why, but the site is calling it a novel even though it's a fan-fic. Disclaimer: I don't own any of the ATLA characters or places featured. Only my mc.