The Contest Code

Steven Kim, a brilliant scientist working on the Event Horizon Collider (EHC), is accidentally tranported into the world of Virelith after a horrific incident. In this new world, he discovers that living beings in this world manipulate an energy called Essence, a form of energy resembling magic. Rather than returning home, Steven decides to research the origins of the anomaly that brought him here and explore his new world, mastering Essence and uncovering the secrets hidden and waiting to be revealed.

In a city where shadows hold more power than light, Detective Marcus Trent is drawn into a web of deceit, manipulation, and a chilling game that threatens to unravel everything he knows. When he receives an anonymous message promising disaster, Marcus finds himself chasing a series of cryptic clues that lead him to a mysterious figure known only as The Shadow—a mastermind pulling the strings from behind the scenes. The clues are sinister: coordinates, encrypted messages, and cryptic warnings, all leading Marcus to a chilling truth—someone is always one step ahead. As the puzzle pieces fall into place, Marcus discovers that the game is more than just about tracking a criminal. It’s a countdown to a terrifying revelation—the endgame has already begun. As the stakes rise and more lives are threatened, Marcus is forced to confront his own demons and question the trust he places in his colleagues. With no allies, no clear path forward, and the shadow of the mastermind looming closer, Marcus must navigate a treacherous maze of false identities, hidden motives, and twisted alliances. The question is no longer just who is behind the chaos, but how far will they go before Marcus becomes the next pawn in a game where no one wins?

In the year 2274, humanity stands on the edge of a new era. The Ascension Protocol, a revolutionary technology, promises immortality by transferring human consciousness into the vast digital expanse. The corporations call it evolution—the next step beyond flesh and mortality. Determined to uncover the truth, Ren does the unthinkable—he enters the digital realm himself. But what he finds is not the utopia promised by the Ascension Protocol. It is a fractured, decaying world of forgotten souls, rogue AIs, and something far worse lurking in the dark between the code. But the deeper he digs, the more he realizes the truth was never meant to be uncovered. Because Kaela’s disappearance was not an accident. It was a warning. And now, something knows he’s listening.

LGBT, Yuri, Possessive

Betrayal runs deep. But so does revenge. Her world shattered the day her father’s company crumbled, leaving her family in ruins and her father dead. Years later, Allegra decided to destroy Adrian, the cryptic CEO of CrossTech, whom she blames for her father’s downfall. Armed with a fake identity and a fierce determination, Allegra invades Adrian's world with the intent of uncovering the truth and bringing him to his knees. But the closer she gets to Adrian, the more she realizes he’s not the villain she imagined. Behind his reserved facade lies a man weighed down by secrets, and possibly a pawn in a dangerous conspiracy as she is. Allegra's investigation into her father's death exposes a shocking truth: the greatest danger lies with those closest to her. Torn between vengeance and an undeniable attraction to the man she was meant to destroy, Allegra faces a heart-stopping choice: expose the truth, even if it costs her everything, or risk trusting Adrian and losing the justice she’s fought for. In a world of shadows and secrets, nothing is what it seems. Will Allegra's pursuit of revenge be her redemption or her downfall?

Caleb Zane was a genius geneticist from Earth living a normal life until he met an unfortunate accident that claimed his life. But as fate would have it, he was given another chance at life in a magical world he could only imagine. Unlike what he saw and read in popular literature, he didn't score some rich family who would give him a good starting point. He did, however, get the ultimate gift of all... ................. [Host Detected...] "What...?" [Analyzing magic potential of host] [#Error... #Error. No potential detected. Analyzing past memories...] Caleb watched with bated breath as the system did its thing... [Past skills analyzed. Creating suitable skill...] [Skill created: Congratulations, host has awakened the skill: Genetic Manipulation.] "The fuck?" .................. Armed with a skill unlike anything ever seen before, Caleb must explore its limits and carve a path for himself in his new world. He discovers shocking secrets of his new world and the origins of his transmigration as well as the reasons he got the genetic system. .................... First thing first... This is a passion project of mine so updates will be inconsistent and will only be updated as and when I have time. If you find this novel interesting and wish for more chapters, show your support and maybe, I can write more.

werewolves, machines in human form, an interdimensional cataclysm and at the center a time traveling peace keeper

Eun-jae, a sharp-tongued, no-nonsense beta agent codenamed Helix, thought his biggest challenge this year would be surviving another day of chaotic missions—and maybe blowing out birthday candles in peace. But when he's thrust into a high-stakes operation involving Bes Ilay Karpov-Troitsky, a ruthless Russian arms dealer with ties to a deadly organization, his plans for a quiet reunion with his mom in Busan are obliterated. Armed with his razor-sharp instincts and biting wit, Eun-jae must navigate a labyrinth of betrayal, secrets, and danger as he dives into Moscow's criminal underbelly. Can Eun-jae stay one step ahead of the game, or will this mission mark his final act?

After transmigration, Lin Yue could hear a voice whispering in his ear every day, sharing all sorts of secrets with him. Small matters like the thoughts of the girl next door, to great mysteries like the secrets of the heavens, the voice persisted daily, broadcasting randomly. He originally wanted to live an unremarkable life, but in this world of Xianxia dynasties where mortals are considered as insignificant as weeds, the fate of an ordinary man without power is no longer in his own hands. Thus, he had no choice but to stop being 'just a person'. 'Your Majesty the Empress, you wouldn't want your secret of treason to be revealed by others, right?'

Also known as "Achieving Sainthood through Merit in America" A Demon Cultivator had transmigrated, arriving amidst a moving crowd. The bad news, his cultivation was gone. The good news, he was about to arrive at a holy land of the Demon Path. However, upon reaching the place and beginning his life as a Demon Cultivator, he found himself plunged into deep self-doubt. Why? I lead people to evil, yet I don't gain Demonic Qi but Merit instead? I commit murder and arson, yet I don't attract hostility but Incense? Where did things go wrong!

Niana "Nia" Mirren is a brilliant game developer with a past she’d rather forget. After a scandal nearly destroyed her career, she's poured her heart into PixelWave, her own gaming startup, and is on the brink of launching her biggest project yet. All she needs is the right investor to make her dreams a reality. Enter Zachary "Zack" Morris, a former NSA agent back from a grueling mission overseas, Zack steps in to help his brother’s company, Morrison Group, to help him as interim CEO. The last person he expects to see at the pitch meeting is Nia—the woman he’s never been able to forget. As their worlds collide, sparks fly, and old wounds are reopened. Forced to work together, Nia and Zack must navigate their undeniable attraction and the unresolved past that threatens to keep them apart. Can they find a way to trust each other again, or will the secrets between them destroy their chance at a future together? In "Code of Hearts", love is a game of codes—where cracking it could cost more than just the heart, and the stakes have never been higher. All Rights Reserved!

In a world that has cast us out, we stand amidst the darkness. We have no land, no name, only this path. We are the shadows behind this wall. We are the forgotten guardians of the world. We are the Outcasts, and we will endure, or die on our path.

When 72 teenagers are thrown into a unfamiliar world inhabited by malicious beasts, Cale, maneuvers his way around, surviving all the while growing in power, granted by the Essence Nexus, a omniscient-being who presumes the form of a RPG System Screen. Estranged by the new ways of living and hateful to the whoever brought him into place, Cale sets out to survive, and most of all become strong enough to protect himself and the people he begins to cherish.

When CERN's collider collapsed into an 11D obsidian sanctum, I became the city's last glitching data stream. Vampires etch reverse-thermodynamic laws into neon with entropy algorithms, werewolf howls rip gauge field fissures—and my DNA helix encodes Yang-Mills steady-state solutions, each activation carving three years from my quantum-chronometer heart. 72 hours to either blood-recompile the cosmic code or watch humanity forged into Observer Civilization's dimensional anchors.

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 happy young man, brave and strong. A lover 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 brave.

Ellie Yeo thought she could escape her one-sided love for her boss, Simon Sa, by accepting an arranged marriage to Ethan Jung. However, just when she plans to leave Simon’s world behind, he pulls her back into a whirlwind of emotions with one last business trip together. Torn between her growing attachment to Ethan and her unresolved feelings for Simon, Ellie faces her deepest emotional conflicts. As secrets unravel and difficult choices arise, Ellie must decide whether to follow her heart or break free from the man who refuses to let her go. Will she finally escape Simon’s grip, or will their twisted relationship trap her once again?

"Winter Yoo returns to Seolbeop, Korea’s most prestigious law firm, after three years of exile. Once a secretary caught in scandal, she now stands as one of the top lawyers. Determined to correct the wrongs of her past, she faces old rivals and reconnects with Hugo Kang, a cold and captivating attorney. As Winter navigates the treacherous world of law, power, and hidden secrets, she must decide where her true loyalties lie. But when her past collides with her future, will she make the ultimate choice that could change everything? Find out what Winter decides in this gripping tale of redemption and romance!"

This works tags Magic, Superpowers, Goddess, Angel, Devil, Vampire, Werewolf, Snake People, The Queen, Contests. This works contests Chapter 25 Hosting Red Wine Brew Contest in Vampire Empire Capital Chapter 33 Hosting Music Contest in Werewolf Empire Capital Dance Chapter 41 Hosting Dance Contest in Snake People Empire Capital Chapter 49 Hosting Thriller Storytelling Contest in Central Empire Capital Chapter 57 Hosting Talent Show Contest in Devil Empire Capital Chapter 65 Hosting Costume Design Contest in Devil Empire Capital Chapter 73 Cooking Contest in Devil Empire Capital Chapter 81 Hosting Dragon Riding Contest in Dragon Island Chapter 89 Hosting Horror Storytelling Contest in Devil Empire Capital Chapter 97 Hosting Romance Storytelling Contest in Devil Empire Capital Chapter 105 Hosting Fantasy Storytelling Contest in Devil Empire Capital Outline Everyone has 24 hours in daily life, and Morgana who is the queen of United Empires of Darkness, would not be exclusive. She spends 8 hours on working, 8 hours on cultivation, and 8 hours on sleeping. This book focuses on the Queen Morgana's working life from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. As the queen of United Empires of Darkness, Morgana has a fun schedule in everyday. She would strengthen empire's military power, conquer dragon clan, and host variety of interesting contests. She would like to host variety of interesting contests, to meet many faces, to explore many places, and to learn many experiences. Author's Note There in this works are many interior monologue that the other authors don't write. I think it's one of my writing features, but maybe the others think differently. I would write less interior monologue, if you let me know that you are not interested in interior monologue.

In the year 1923 PR of the Pax Romana calendar, the Roman Empire stands eternal — a continent-spanning superpower where marble and steel meet advanced technology. The legions march beneath banners of iron and laurel, guided by the wisdom of ancient tradition and the cold precision of machine intelligence. Yet beneath the surface of this Pax Romana, the empire’s heart beats with ambition, intrigue, and the ever-present hunger for power. As the Empire and its foes mobilize, so do the amalgamations of heroes of old, their spirits reborn through the burning forge of ambition. As they once saved the nations they are eternally sworn to serve, they shall once more safeguard humanity as it pushes beyond the small cradle of Gaia and into the great night beyond. But are they watching the void, or is the void watching them? -x-x-x- The picture is not mine. I took it from the internet. This story is mature/has mature themes (18+, but not only the horny kind), and can be very dark at times. Reader discretion is advised. Subscribe to my patreon if you like the story: patreon.com/MarAuthor Make sure to leave a review if you like the story, along with stones (Webnovel system for promoting books).

Meet Park Jin-woo: coding genius, ramen aficionado, and champion of the chronically sleep-deprived. His life revolves around debugging nightmares and wrestling with legacy code… until a particularly nasty bug literally zaps him into a world of pointy ears, fire-breathing lizards, and magic that's about as stable as a beta release. Suddenly, "Hello World" takes on a whole new meaning. Turns out, Jin-woo's knack for fixing code translates surprisingly well to wrangling wayward spells, and he's soon Aethelgard's resident "magical troubleshooter." But when a power-hungry sorcerer threatens to rewrite the rules of reality (and not in a good way), Jin-woo must swap ramen stains for rune-etched robes and unleash his inner code wizard. Because saving the world is way more important than a good night's sleep… right?

We follow the misadventures of Zik, an unassuming mid-level hero cursed with the peculiar ability to see the world as a chaotic video game. While this power seems promising, it quickly spirals into a series of unfortunate events. Every mundane moment transforms into a pixelated nightmare, as his power seem to amuse itself with his suffering.

"Silent Witness: The Unbreakable Code" plunges forensic pathologist Marcus Devin into a terrifying mystery when victims begin appearing with an ancient, cryptic symbol etched into their skin, dying from inexplicable heart attacks. The symbol, the Sigil of Azael, leads Devin and his team to a centuries-old cult seeking to awaken a primal energy by harvesting human life force. As they decipher the cult's ritual, requiring seven specific sacrifices, they race against time to stop the killings. The investigation uncovers a shadowy figure, "The Keeper," who manipulates victims through a dark web portal. With each victim, the cult grows closer to their goal, revealing the sigil's true purpose: not just a gateway, but a conduit to create a terrifying entity. Devin must confront not only a ruthless cult but also the chilling reality that the very essence of life is being weaponized, pushing him to the edge of his understanding and resolve.

[When a Veteran Gamer Becomes the Game's Villain, Can the World Still Be Saved?] [Villain + Light-hearted Fun + Semi-invincible + MMORPG = Ultimate Enjoyment!] After completing his seventeenth game order in an all-night session, Victor unexpectedly finds himself reborn into a game world he knows like the back of his hand—as its infamous villain, no less. In the original storyline, he was destined to face the hostility of the entire world alone: - The proud female Valkyrie leader (his fiancée) longs to take his life - An all-powerful female heiress dreams of burying him alive - The Grand Duke wants to tear him to pieces - Even the stray dogs on the street bare their teeth at him Now, this "villain" possesses a player's cool-headed mindset and comprehensive knowledge of the game world. Faced with a predetermined death sentence and countless players coveting his experience points, how will Viktor use his profound understanding of the game and his calm, rational mind to turn the tables? Can he establish an unbeatable position in this world? When a player who has mastered the game's mechanics becomes the villain within the game, what kind of sparks will fly? In this marvelous journey filled with strategy, humor, and unexpected twists: - Every level-up could be a life-or-death decision - The line between villain and hero blurs under Viktor's careful calculations - What kind of chemical reaction will occur when game skills collide with real-world magic? - Will Viktor's gaming skills and his newly formed alliance with the evil god be enough to change the tide? Are you ready? Step into Viktor's world, where the "villain" has never been so charismatic, and the future? Well, who can say for sure?

perjalanan Alcard sebagai seorang outcast, orang-orang yang dibuang dan tak dianggap lagi oleh seluruh benua Earth. namun, tugas mereka ternyata paling berat dan tak diakui oleh siapapun, menjaga The Wall dari serbuan monster mutasi dari benua selatan yang telah ditinggalkan peradaban oleh ketiga ras; manusia, elf, dan dwarf. Di sisi lain, ada banyak rahasia dari dunia ini, yang akan semakin membuat Alcard terasadar, jika eksistensinya hanya sebagai seujung kuku dari kekuatan entitas yang akan memimpin dunia ini menuju kehancuran berikutnya.

in the distant future of planet earth where the future is filled with dread and sorrow due to a powerful disease that mutated half of humanity into vile monsters a young boy is born his name is Zain he dreams of living a good rich life since he grew up in the outer walls the most polluted and dangerous place in society but things change when he is recruited by the scavenger Association the most powerful organization on earth. being the diamond the organization as been seeking he his told to make a decision to either save what is left of humanity or live his dream. ----- 14 chapters every week and if you want to get in touch with me feel free to reach out to me the comments section.

In a world ruled by ancient magic and mysterious forces, Isabelle Darvin, a young and fearless warrior, finds herself drawn into an adventure that could change the fate of everything she knows. Her father, a once-legendary warrior, disappeared under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind only cryptic clues about a powerful artifact—the "Heart of the Soul." Legend speaks of this gem, said to grant its wielder limitless power, capable of reshaping the world itself. But as Isabelle ventures deeper into her journey, she discovers that the Heart of the Soul is far more than she imagined. It is not only a symbol of magic but a force with untold dangers and dark power. Every step of her journey is fraught with peril, puzzles, and trials, with each ally revealing secrets that could turn them into enemies. Determined to uncover the truth behind her father's disappearance, Isabelle must navigate perilous ruins, confront evil forces, and battle the rising darkness that threatens everything. But as the power of the Heart begins to awaken, Isabelle finds herself pulled toward its seductive influence—forcing her to question whether she can control it or if it will consume her instead. In a world full of betrayal, intrigue, and powerful magic, Isabelle must face not only external enemies but the internal battle between her ambition and her morality. Each decision she makes will shape the future of her kingdom—and ultimately, her own destiny. Destiny, Power, and Sacrifice—Who will control the Heart of the Soul?

In a world where AI combatants are the future, Shinra, an unassuming tech enthusiast plans to be a AI handler, and finds himself thrust into a high-stakes arena where his skills will determine his fate. With his AI conduit in hand, he begins a journey that will challenge his mind, his strength, and his very understanding of power. But Shinra soon discovers that not all AI are created equal—some are equipped with advanced combat techniques, hidden data chips, and the ability to adapt in ways no one could predict. As he climbs the ranks, Shinra must master his own AI combatant, battle fierce opponents, and uncover the truth behind the mysterious system that governs this virtual war. Will Shinra rise to the challenge, or will the digital world break him before he can unlock his true potential ?

Mathew Bale was a boy looking for his place in the world. His debut as a hero turned into the biggest mistake of his life; taken in and molded by the government to be their personal nuke, he knew enough about the world to live in the grey area. His classified background was nothing to scoff at too. After everything he's been through he figured living his life as a hero for hire with his number on speed dial by the government was hey OK, his freedom didn't come easy either. He was relatively strong as a solo hero, top 20 on the world ranking, and he was perfectly comfortable lazing around on his couch in his one-man apartment leaving off of pizza and fizzy drinks, playing video games, watching movies, reading comics, and getting high out of his mind for the rest of his life. Heroing has become somewhat of a hobby for him now despite his childhood dreams. Sadly for him a small relatively unknown family known as the Greysons existed and Mark Greyson just got his powers.