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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.

FIRST BOOK A little orphan girl who lives in the Barrel Zone, a place where slaves and criminals reside. «A dystopian theme story about an orphan girl who's looking for her real self while fighting against people in power» WARNING ⟩ Includes Graphic words ⟩ Bullying ⟩ Weapons ⟩ Gore Author Notes: This story is only fiction only, and not factual. It cannot apply in real life. Visit Wattpad and search "Pink Punk" for latest updates Will update once a week! Pardon my English! Have fun reading

A merchant stumbles on a grotto, lost. He eats his last apple. The merchant plants the seeds the next day to provide food for future lost travelers. And so, the nymph Theanore is born. She would grow from a tiny seed to a splendid apple tree. She would meet many friends. Theanore will try her hand at being a merchant like her father. And she will get to know her lifetime companion, the merman Marinus. But as every farmer can tell you, apple trees live only for about 150 years and so, with her tree dried up, so will Theanore die. But before that, she will live.

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.

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?

a person who truly believes that has potential must fight for it, A person who truly believes he has power He must show it not flex it, A person who has nothing he must start again. thats what this WebNovel focuses about, The story of Kuroto who has a false sense at everything, him being consumed by his pride and now facing the punishment in an another world With a curse and an evil feared title

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!"

Updates @ 20:00 (+8) (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.

After a failed mission results in the death of his entire unit and he is granted the Hollow Core System, low-ranking C-Class Chosen, Kael Solis, becomes the suspect of his own murder and embarks on a quest to uncover a conspiracy involving the government and the origins of the Hollow infection, creatures born from the poisonous Hollow Sun.

(A/N): Support me with your power stone for WPC 254 Author a simple man with a simple life suddenly died and was given a chance to be reincarnated into another world by one of the strongest Primordial Goddess governing said world, of course under the condition that he must protect said world from monster's called outers, with that in mind he was gifted a single cheat, a free weapon, knowledge on the outers and a one-time use to train in a scenario creation room as long as he wants, but little did he or the Goddess knew at the time, that after he comes out from that room his power would have far surpass the Goddess. P.s: The art is not mine all praise and rights goes to the artist

In a world where the gods of legend have become actual fact, a few misnomers from another planet seek to simply live their lives in peace. If you could choose one word from the dictionary, one that simply defines you to the core of your soul, what would you say your definition is?

Alfred Winson has been living a normal,ordinary life until he was killed in a ritual and gained the all-spawning dungeon system. This will be my fourth novel but hopefully it will be different.I also wanted to add a dungeon core story as I didn't think there was enough of those.

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**

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.

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!]

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?"

An Ai Generated Fantasy novel That uses my sons name and a theme park idea ive been working on

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

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.

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.

Aiden’s world is torn apart when a catastrophic explosion devastates his city, separating him from Lila, the love of his life. Awakening in the surreal Otherworld, he learns that this realm is a patchwork of destruction and despair, where the fragments of things lost in the real world converge. At its heart lies Yggdrasil, the great tree of life that connects all worlds and timelines, threatened by the corruption of the Core—a manifestation of imbalance, rot, and despair. Guided by Sylva, a luminous being tied to Yggdrasil, Aiden wields the quill-sword, a weapon shaped by his imagination. Tasked with restoring balance to the Otherworld and reuniting with Lila, Aiden joins forces with Rowan, a fiery and skilled warrior, and Kieran, a stoic and loyal protector. Together, they face the Core’s shadowy agents, powerful manifestations of fear and despair that seek to corrupt Yggdrasil’s roots and spread their influence across all worlds.

The Crown Prince, Prince Leran, has been betrayed by one of his royal subordinates and childhood best friend, that is Callixa, the knight of his twin sister. After the attempt to kill him, Callixa suddenly loses most of her memories and acts like she is somebody else. Zana, the modern girl who is gifted especially, is in the body of Callixa. She started to find a way to return home. How can she escape the life and fate of being the shadow of the Dead Knight, Callixa? (Medieval + Modern Technology theme)

Warnings: Smut/Suggestive Themes/ Smoking / BL / LGBTQ / Suicide / Self Harm / Lengthy Chapters /

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

Note: This is the prequel of The Isekai Journey of The Strays (Official) Main story link: https://www.webnovel.com/book/the-isekai-journey-of-the-strays-(official)_29976266200750205 "Fifty years before The Strays emergence, Phillip Hart’s journey began." Phillip Hart, a 17-year-old English student, was taking a math test when everything went dark. When he opened his eyes, he found himself tied up in a forest, surrounded by armored strangers. Spotting a strange circle beneath him, he used a small knife to free himself, knocked out his captors, and fled. Desperate, he tried to call his family, only to find his phone useless in this strange world. Hours later, Phillip realized that he hadn’t been transported to a typical "isekai" world, but to Mikhland—a place far different from anything he could have imagined. With no answers and only himself to rely on, Phillip must confront a reality that doesn’t seem to play by any rules he understands.

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

Summary of the novel "The Mist" Core storyline "The Mist" is a suspense thriller novel set in an ancient European city. The story revolves around Gabriel Wells, a former police detective turned private investigator, who investigates a series of mysterious murders. A seemingly independent serial murder case on the surface, in fact, involves a huge conspiracy that has lasted for twenty years. Background of the story The story takes place in an ancient European city in the 2010s, where history and modernity intertwine, the underground tunnel system is complex, and ancient buildings and modern cities blend together. This city is bright on the surface, but there are turbulent undercurrents hidden. The fate line of the main characters Gabriel Wells as the protagonist The transformation process from the army to the police detective to the private detective The mystery of the cause of death of parents Enmity with the police station The ambiguous relationship with Sarah Bennett Sarah Bennett, the heroine From a simple reporter to an investigator who reveals the truth The emotional entanglement with Gabriel Keep taking risks for the truth Victor Blackwood is the ultimate villain The image of a philanthropist on the surface Concealing the evil for twenty years The ultimate representative of power and desire The development of the case The first line: serial murder case All the victims are related to a secret military plan 20 years ago Each victim was killed in a specific way There are mysterious clock clues left on the scene The second line: military conspiracy Secret military experiments 20 years ago The truth of human experimentation High-level concealment and elimination plan The third line: corruption in the police department Collusion between high-level insiders and criminal organizations Evidence was destroyed and tampered with The Struggle and Choice of the Just Police Key turning point Part 1: The death of antique shop owner Peter opens the curtain Part 2: The fire in the military archives Chapter 3: The Discovery of the Underground Secret Chamber in the Church Part 4: The Revelation of the Final Truth Story theme The boundary between justice and evil The Good and Evil of Human Nature The Cost of Truth The choice between redemption and revenge Structural characteristics Four-part structure, layered progression multiline parallel narrative Time is intertwined, and the present and the past reflect each other Multiple sub-line stories support the development of the main line Suspense elements Murder in a secret room Serial murder Military conspiracy Ghost in the police station international crime The Mystery of the Castle Emotional Core The emotional development of Gabriel and Sarah The search for the truth of the death of parents The psychological struggle between justice and revenge The test of trust and betrayal Ending direction The story finally reaches its ultimate confrontation in the underground chamber of the ancient castle. Gabriel not only has to face the shock of the ultimate truth, but also has to choose between justice and personal revenge. The ending reveals the complete truth and leaves deep thoughts about human nature. Creative Features subtle psychological description A complex web of intertwined relationships Interlocking suspense design A profound exploration of human nature Compact plot rhythm Multi-dimensional narrative techniques Theme deepening Through the intricate cases, the novel explores deep themes such as the boundaries of justice, the complexity of human nature, and the cruelty of truth. At the same time, it also shows the valuable character of persisting in pursuing the truth in the face of numerous difficulties.

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.

The story is set in the year 2100, a time when technology has advanced significantly. At its core is a serial killer known as "Smile." However, as the story unfolds, the characters discover that there is much more behind his gruesome acts than it first appears.