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Centuries ago, a mysterious energy called "Mana" revolutionized society, but it led humans to face an unprecedented crisis: the "Great Fall". After centuries of intensive use of mana, flora and fauna mutated, becoming more powerful and intelligent. Confronted with this threat, humanity takes refuge in the bastions, the 21 fortresses, to survive. Humans also begin to mutate, developing greater physical and intellectual abilities, as well as special powers called "systems" and "stigmata". However, a scientist warns of an even more devastating imminent threat: insects, organized and cruel, will mutate in turn. To counter this imminent threat, humans begin to study the beasts and learn to cultivate Mana like them. Mana exercises are created to accelerate this process and copy some of the characteristics, but changing exercises is difficult and risky. As the world struggles for survival, Rin, a semi-awakened with the power to perceive everything around him, finds himself at the heart of this turmoil, determined to find his place in a world in chaos and to protect those he loves from the surrounding dangers. ***************************************** Participate in WSA 2024

Worlds Apart, Hearts Entwined Fanyin's life was already complicated, but nothing could have prepared her for the ultimate plot twist: being thrown into alternate worlds by a system with a bee mascot. The catch? She has to complete tasks to get back home. But every world has a familiar face-his face-different bodies, same magnetic presence, pulling her in despite her best efforts to stay detached. With every mission, Fanyin fights to keep her walls up, but piece by piece, she's falling for the soul inhabiting these different men. Sexy, hilarious, and brimming with chemistry, Fanyin's journey isn't just about the worlds she's thrown into. Who is behind the system, and what grand design is forcing her to complete these quests? Is there a deeper truth she's being led to discover, or is it all part of a cosmic game? Get ready for a wild ride full of steamy moments, laugh-out-loud banter, and the question of whether love truly transcends worlds. ... Bee Mine Across Worlds Fanyin was minding her own business—until a sassy bee system threw her into alternate realities with one goal: complete the missions or never make it home. Easy, right? Not when every world comes with a man who’s too familiar. Different face, same vibes, and definitely too hot to ignore. She’s here to get in, do the job, and get out. But something about him keeps pulling her back in every world. Is it just coincidence, or is there a deeper reason behind these encounters? With snark, steam, and sparks flying, Fanyin must figure out the game—before her heart loses control. Why her? Why him? And who’s really pulling the strings? There’s more at play than she thinks, and the answers might be closer than she realizes… ROCK YOU WORLD AFTER WORLD © 2024 Kashish Mishra (bliss_incarnation). All rights reserved. Excerpt from RYWAW "Going somewhere?" His voice drops, teasing, but there's a dangerous edge beneath the surface that makes my pulse quicken. The playfulness in his eyes has faded, replaced by something more primal, more intense. I flash him a sly smile, forcing myself to remain calm. "No," I murmur, leaning back into him, though my heart pounds against my ribs. "Just getting comfortable on my lover." He raises an eyebrow, his gaze narrowing slightly. The smirk returns, slow and deliberate, but there's a hint of something else-something darker, lurking beneath his usual charm. "Is that what we're calling it now?" Before I can respond, Wilde moves with swift precision, his hand sliding up to cup the back of my neck. The air between us grows heavy, charged, and then his lips crash against mine. It's not soft or slow-it's raw, demanding, and ignites a fire deep in my chest. I gasp, my hands instinctively gripping his jacket as his other arm pulls me flush against him, the heat of his body searing through the thin barrier of clothing. My mind spins, thoughts scattering like leaves in a storm as I lose myself in the kiss. The driver, without a word, flicks on the partition, a subtle acknowledgment of the moment as the car continues to glide down the road, but it's as if the world outside no longer exists.

People have seen and read many different kinds of apocalypses. A tower rose from the ground bearing gifts of power and an endless tide of demons. A rift was torn in space unleashing a horde of monsters unto the world. An alien mothership blotting out the sun as it rained down an entire civilisation's worth of advanced technology. A little game by supreme beings who want nothing more than entertainment through the deaths and suffering of the world. Even the awakening of forbidden ancient horrors from deep under the surface of the world that should have never existed. We have all seen how these things go. Countless people die before they even get the chance to fight back. Most of the time, the world is caught unaware and is brought to the brink of oblivion before a hero finally rises up to save them all. Well, it seems the world has had enough. Rather than waiting for another apocalypse, Earth had chosen to take action... literally. Better yet, the Universe had recognised its resolve and gave it an equal opportunity to fight for survival, i.e. a system of its own. "These pathetic humans can't do anything right. Fine, I'll do it myself." ~~~~~~~ Disclaimer: The story will be using a bit of science to explain some things, but most will be fantasy and made-up science since I am most definitely not a physicist nor am I well-verse in science. So if you read something here that doesn't adhere to actual scientific and physical laws, just think of it as weird magic stuff even if it poses as science.

"That sea is Infinite! How could I NOT wanna explore it!?" Infinite sea, infinite possibilities, infinite outcomes. So how did it end up like it did. I never wanted to loose those closest to me, so if I'm fighting for freedom... It's okay to loose some humanity along the way. Follow Yuma's heartbreaking journey as he sacrifices himself to accomplish his goal. "I WILL take down the world Government... FOR FREEDOM!"

Hope Lauren has read her share of comics. She’s seen supers around her city and even been saved by some on occasion. And she always hoped that she’d be able to join them.  With Jack, her grizzled older mentor with secrets that could shake the world, and Pantheon, a new team of heroes, Hope will have to fight against monumental odds to save Oleander City.  In a world of action, comedy, tragedy, and adventure, there’s plenty for a new hero to do. *Readers can expect a mostly adventure-themed superhero journey that will include a slice of life, action, and hopefully exciting world-building. It will also contain a slow-burn GL/Yuri plotline, which I'll eventually get to when I feel like it, I guess. This will be a very long story with many arcs* New chapter every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Want to buy me a sandwich? Send me some money! https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ChaseWard2020

In a world of people with unique magical powers, a new student council president was elected. This story revolves around his journey to help other students in need with their daily lives! discord: https://discord.gg/3VTG2JZPwt

The world beyond Is about the world where there's more than meets the eye. Having the other part name "The world of the living" Suggest something else...

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Nobody thought the end of the world as they knew it would come like this. In a dystopian future, 95% of the population was sent to another universe, one resembling the game Jack had played, "Elder Heir Online'. He would've normally enjoyed such an opportunity, but the company 'DiveCore', from his real world, came along. As long as any of them breathed, his revenge wouldn't be complete. Using his knowledge of the game, and willingness to go through the worst to exact vengeance, he will slowly become what he avoided when he played the game in the real world: a villain. GUYS. If you ever see grammatical mistakes, typos, words clearly missing etc. FEEL FREE TO CORRECT ME. I will never hold it against you, rather, I'll thank you! Despite all my efforts, mistakes will get through, but with your help, we can make it better, one mistake at a time. If you have comments, complaints or want to discuss something feel free to use my email or join the discord server! https://discord.gg/7N8wrYCjzN TheAbyssWritesBack@gmail.com

faes is an orphan girl living her normal life as a student. she gets late to the restaurant she works in and gets fired. thinking of what to she was going home when she encountered an accident while saving a girl. she wished to meet god one time to beat him up for the painful life she went through before dying. suddenly she finds herself in a space in front of someone who calls themselves god. they send her to a fantasy world where she have to save the world and survive. with the same name faes begins her journey along with a system in the new world called lore. but is her luck with her when she encounteres a dragon just as she open her eyes as faes monesterio von altai the 2nd princess of kingdom altai? lets see how she survives and saves the world lore with a system and op skills. warning-the story contains cursing. ..........

Cerita dimana planet Bumi menjadi tempat perlindungan mahluk hidup dari berbagai tempat. Semua mahluk yang ingin melindungi Bumi merupakan pahlawan. Mereka semua dari dimensi lain, planet lain, dunia lain, sama sama melindungi Bumi dari ancaman. Para penyihir dari dimensi lain juga berusaha untuk melindungi Bumi dan manusia yang hidup di Bumi ingin berpetualangan dan bekerja sama dengan penyihir untuk melindungi Bumi

In this world, ascending to upper realms is a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

Chess World, where chess is the most important thing in this world. Everyone in this world knows how to play chess. Some use chess as an hobby, some uses it as a living and some uses it to show what they are capable of. A story about family, friendship, love, sports, adventures. This is the adventure of Chesster, A little boy dreaming to be the CHESS World Grandmaster. Follow his journey unfolding the mysteries and learn how to play chess at the same time. CHECKMATE!

Hùng, 16 tuổi, một thanh niên nghiện game đang vừa nghe nhạc vừa rửa bát thì thức tỉnh hệ thống và bắt đầu cuộc hành trình trở nên mạnh hơn để khám phá các thế giới khác cùng với ba đá thủ còn lại... Nhưng điều đó có thực sự thuận lợi? Chúng mình hãy cùng xem nhé.

I was a normal novelist, who got really popular after creating my first novel "Fever War" and went to Comiket to not only meet my fans, but also sell my own mechs. Only for me to make a stupid bet with one of my fans and got sent into my own novel. Now I have to survive this everchanging landscape, due to my appearance and the butterfly effect I have caused and try to find a way back, and get back against the one who sent me to this place.

From another world, to a Devil. As a student, all he does is go to school, study, and play video games. A normal life as everyone else. But, fate decides to shake their head and flicked the switch. Standing up to a ghoul and death, he resurrected in another realm. A different world... Different timeline, different air, different people, and... different body and gender?? Follow our main character disguises under the name 'Rize Violet' as he/she(?) survives from any life threatening dangers to find a way back home. But, the journey may take a toll on one's unlasting pride and conscience... It may even require challenging the gods. ------- Heya! Just wanna say that I'm reposting this story. I made sure to make every chapter unique with this one, so be sure to re-read them if you already have. But, if you're now, I hope you enjoy what you're about to read :D - FinnAlfi a.k.a. SirAxey

What do you do when a group of intelligent zombies rules the world? Will humanity be able to survive, or will they be ruled by zombies? First Story focuses on a boy named Eights who is captured by Twelve intelligent zombies who rule the world. Will Eights escape?

Year 2024....month September...day 14 The incident that completely changed the world happened at 3:00 am. That morning, in a span of 30 minutes more than 600 million people lost their lives by the largest atomic missile attack in history unleashing the 3rd world war. Our protagonist is one of the millions of displaced people who seek to survive with his family in what remains of the world. Before his last breath, a meteorite hits the region where he was, receiving a second chance to live. John's return is not to change history, it's just to save as many humans as possible, because this war is only the beginning of the world apocalypse. ▶ ⚠ ⚠️take into account the following warnings ⚠◀ 1st This story is based on a fictional and imaginary world any resemblance to reality is purely coincidental 2° English is not my first language, therefore the grammar is bad " novice writer here" 3° The story is to entertain, not a university thesis "read at your own risk" check the Tags If you decide to give it a try, I can only say "THANK YOU" until anxiety separates us.

Villain or hero? What does the world which was once surrounded by the void have in store for our mc Koku Kurayami? will Koku live a normal life, the life of the hero, or the life of a villain? what devesting powers will he obtain? what’ll happen in his journey? Update: Starting Vol 4, dialogue will improve drastically. This counts for Vol 4 and the ones after. The Volumes before the number 4 will be fixed, edited and blended in with this new dialogue formatting. (Only the dialogue.) Thank you readers for supporting VSW enjoy your reads! (After each volume is finished a, 1 month break will be taken)

"Dead or alive, there will still be consequences to our actions." The things we leave behind our traces can and might get in our way along the road we choose to take. "So keep in mind that we should never overlook anything and anyone under any circumstances." Whether or not the situation is serious, it will always lead us somewhere. Meeting and parting ways in just a small amount of time can be traumatizing to an individual or pair. It is also normal in life but in this case, you must survive. Stay alive for those who are gone even if you can barely live. Do what you possibly can like risking your life just to save others. But is it truly worth it? Would you risk trusting a stranger in terms of your safety only because they know how to survive in such situations? Who knows if this person, in particular, would lead you all to a place free from those who mean harm? Or would that very person, themself become the main reason for all your deaths in the end? /8TH/

A compilation of story's in a cruel fantasy world

Creadeus is a world created by the God Sued, who for unknown reasons disappeared or, as many believe, left them. There are quite a few riddles and mysteries here. The planet is inhabited by races like - Lucius (Light-winged); Fuscus (Dark-winged); Mundus (Humans); Sordidus (Monsters) and Miscellus (Mixed, half-breeds). These creatures, who have been living yes fighting amongst themselves for centuries, according to the common knowledge of their history, completely divided into countries of their own people. Adventure is what brings us closer to different history, people, principles, order and culture. Everything is too relative, also contradictory. And this world is no exception, is another mechanism. To make it better or worse, depends only on the beings living in it. At first glance, a simple young man named Silius Aylan will have to find out with his curiosity and desire what exactly is happening in the world, and of course, reach his goal and knowledge of himself.

In the aftermath of his grandparents' tragic demise, sixteen-year-old Ethan rummages through the attic of their ancestral home, searching for items to sell. Amidst the dusty relics of the past, he stumbles upon a mysterious cube, its surface etched with enigmatic symbols that seem to pulse with an otherworldly energy. Intrigued, Ethan reaches out to touch it, unaware of the profound consequences that await. As his fingertip grazes the ancient artifact, a hidden needle springs forth, piercing his skin and drawing a small droplet of blood. In a mesmerizing display of light and shadow, the cube begins to glow, its surface liquefying and melding with Ethan's flesh. A searing pain courses through his veins as the strange substance forms a tattoo on his wrist—a cryptic design comprised of a circle within a square, surrounded by a language unknown to him.he cube, infused with a mysterious energy, imbues him with the ability to traverse the boundaries of reality and journey to different worlds. To all my readers, please bear with the slow development in this novel as English is not my first language. If you spot any errors, I welcome your feedback, and I hope you still find enjoyment in the story. The story will focus on adventure, the worlds and the lore of the worlds, there will be action too but the story will still remain slow passed. if its not your cup of tea then please find other novels, (there are many good one) 

The vast scale of our universe has lead us to believe that we must be alone. However, this isn't the case. Fane, a member of a highly advanced spacefaring civilization, is suddenly summoned to a medieval world, reminiscent of Old Earth's Dark Ages. On the surface, kingdoms wage endless wars, while beneath, a mysterious dungeon sprawls, its labyrinthine corridors constantly shifting like the gears of a clock. Yet, this world is not the only one drawn into the chaos. Two others have also been pulled into the fray, bringing with them powerful crystalline mages and ancient gods long thought forgotten. Now, Fane must fight to survive alongside native warriors and foreign entities alike, all while unraveling the cryptic mysteries of this strange and dangerous realm. Survival is only the beginning - deciphering the truth could change everything. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello! Thanks for checking out my work! I'm not the greatest author, but I plan to consistently update this project, even if I have to write significantly slower than what you typically find on this platform. (My apologies!) Below, you will find some key notes that might be nice to see before becoming invested. PACE: 1 ch/week For now, I plan to write roughly 1 chapter / week. However, this might change in the future as I acclimate to writing more frequently. (Or if this story randomly becomes very successful.) MONEY: At least first 50 ch FREE I know I just mentioned this story becoming "successful", which typically entails paying the author and bla bla bla. BUT! I like the idea of this just being my story with no hooks or lines for a while. I plan to make the greater first chunk of the story free. TRENDS: ~~Overpowered~~ Honestly, I hate the concept of things being "overpowered". It reminds me of the first time I hacked my favorite childhood videogame. (It sucked the fun out of it completely.) That being said, I want this story to involve genuine challenges that take effort or risk to overcome. GENRE: Action, Mystery I would like this story to focus primarily around Action and Mystery. There might be some mild things tossed into the fray like comedy and romance, but don't expect anything too raunchy. DISCORD: -not yet implemented- I may eventually start a discord for this story. It could make a good library for supporting lore or artwork, as well as a place for people to discuss their theories or leave feedback. For now, this discord doesn't yet exist, but I will update you here when/if that changes. OTHER STORIES: Paused A few of you may have known me from my previous stories. I know, you may be pretty bummed that I haven't updated either in a really long time. There were some pretty hefty flaws in those stories that I kind of beat myself up over. (I actually formed this story while trying to restructure the surface world for 'Reincarnated as a Haunted Machine'.) For now, this will be my only work, as the world I live in has become rather complicated in recent years. Perhaps at some point, I will return to my other works, but for the foreseeable future, this story will be my one true love.