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A Sky God’s Spiritual Foundation. It was the greatest natural treasure in all of existence, but the sacrifices one must make to gain the approval of such an entity was unimaginable. Ryu is a genius amongst geniuses. He was born with the four Grand Ancestral Bloodlines. The Lightning Qilin. The Fire Dragon. The Ice Phoenix. The Fire Phoenix… He was blessed with an Ancestral Grade Bone Structure and Ancestral Grade Meridians. The Ice Jade Crystal Bones. The Chaotic Silk Meridians… He was bestowed the First Ranked Heavenly Pupils. The Mysteries of Heaven and Earth Pupils… However, none of it mattered. Born with a False Spiritual Foundation, it seemed that all of his talent would go to waste. Unless… Unless he was willing to grasp his Fate in his own hands. ==== **This novel once went by another name 'Rise. Rising. Risen.' So, the wiki is still under this name https://rise-rising-risen.fandom.com/wiki/Ryu_Tatsuya

When Alex Carter buys an old laptop from a thrift store, they uncover Orion, a mysterious program that predicts catastrophic events. As Alex and their friend Maya delve deeper, they find themselves hunted by a powerful tech corporation desperate to keep its secrets buried. With the clock ticking and danger closing in, Alex must unravel the truth behind Orion-a truth that could save countless lives or destroy everything they hold dear.

Kai Hashimoto Krause, an elite spy for CIZA Headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, lives a life defined by secrecy, skill, and emotional distance. But beneath his calm exterior lies a man haunted by the tragic death of his father, Martin Hashimoto Krause, a man who held a dark secret tied to a powerful criminal organization. Teaming up with his wife and fellow CIZA agent, Hannah Blume, Kai dives into a routine mission that quickly spirals into a far greater conspiracy. The investigation uncovers a link between the shadowy Black Lotus syndicate and the mysterious death of his father. As they uncover layers of deception, betrayal, and murder, Kai and Hannah’s bond is tested—both professionally and emotionally. Their pursuit of justice is complicated by unexpected allies and dangerous enemies, as they struggle to stay one step ahead of those who wish to silence them. As the stakes rise, Kai finds himself confronted with truths that force him to choose between duty and family, and ultimately, face the hidden forces that shape his past. Will he unravel the web of lies before it consumes everything he loves? Or will the truth destroy him first?

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.

"Viens ici, petite !" "Pas question !" Que faire quand l'épouse est en colère ? Le grand PDG est super riche, la couvrant de démonstrations extravagantes d'amour chaque jour ! Aujourd’hui une voiture de luxe, demain un manoir, le jour d’après un jet privé... Lors d'une interview médiatique : "Quel a été le cadeau le plus cher que vous ayez offert à votre épouse ?" "Jusqu'à présent, notre fils !" "Vous traitez si bien votre épouse, elle doit sûrement vous aimer !" Le PDG rit avec confiance, "Sans aucun doute !" En arrivant à la maison, sa délicate épouse lui lance un contrat de divorce, "Dongfang Yu, signe ça !" "Hai Xiaotang, tu ne penses qu'au divorce. Ne crois pas que je ne sais pas comment te gérer !" Le PDG, plein de fureur, fait craquer ses jointures, "Une planche à laver, un boulier, un clavier, un durian... choisis-en un !" "Durian !" Le PDG finit par s'agenouiller sur le durian avec un bruit sourd !

In an increasingly advanced modern world, a revolutionary game called Ethereal Odyssey barAetherTech, this game blurs the line between the real and virtual worlds. With the most advanced VR technology, players can experience the game world for real: touching, smelling, even tasting the food inside. Ryota Haruno, seorang siswa SMA dengan keberuntungan yang luar biasa, awalnya tidak tertarik untuk bermain game. Namun, atas dorongan teman masa kecilnya, Hinata Fujiwara, ia memutuskan untuk mencoba Ethereal Odyssey. As Ryota enters the world of Ethereal Odyssey, he finds that this game is more than just entertainment. This dynamic and mysterious game world offers an infinite adventure, where every choice has consequences, and every step unlocks new secrets. With stunning graphics, a complex social system, and challenges that blend strategy with luck, Ryota finds himself drawn into a world that feels more alive than reality. *Cover created by AI. *This is the first story created by me, so please apologize if the quality is lacking. *Sorry if the language is not good, English is not my native language

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 as big dreams for himself 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.

A world of heroes who've become a shining lights and symbols . but behind these lights are great voids. A team is created to expose and eliminate the rotten from the fresh they made a plan for the youngest member to become part of a superhero School for him to be accepted by the system.

Meet my three main characters: Jared: Betrayed and killed, Jared reincarnates into another world in the body of a person with the same name. Victoria: Jared’s maid, who has always been his strong supporter in this new life of his. Atlas: A native of the world, reborn a year before a great cataclysm hit her world. Atlas dives into the VR game Self-Actualization in hopes of changing the fate of her world. Victoria joins the game at the behest of her master, and Jared joins the game because he loves VR games. With the world hinging on these three, and only one of them knowing the future outcome, how will the world be saved? Will Jared care to save the world after his betrayal? Will Victoria unknowingly soften Earth’s Jared’s heart? Read to find out what thrilling adventures these characters may find themselves in. Copyright (2024) by (Krasvania). All rights reserved.

In the realm of Zephorya, Cassian Black finds himself at a vital juncture where insurrection and persecution happen continuously. Cassian, the son of the head of the Association Utopia (AU), struggles with the weight of his legacy and the confining expectations that follow. "Bands," ancient metallic bracelets that provide enormous powers to their wearers—those who utilize them are known as Bandits—help to reshape the world.  Disappointed with the rigid AU regulations and anxious to create his own path, Cassian bids farewell to his privileged life, only to return some years later. This time, with a Band of his own.

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!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be known that this book wouldn't have made it this far without the support my dear writing buddy Rachel E. Canton who is a great writer of SINS OF THE SERAPHIM - https://www.webnovel.com/book/sins-of-the-seraphim_26438336605116805 and Derek J. Perna To Rachel & Derek, Thank you for everything! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the last heir of Ardel lost everything, fate would bring her to her rightful protector. Anna Adhemar, the forgotten princess, found herself betrayed by the Regent. Hunted by the Bargesians and the ruthless slave traders, she desperately fled for her life. Rescued by a mysterious man, her newfound safety was short-lived as she succumbed to a potent aphrodisiac. Then, she awoke in the arms of the fearsome Knight Commander of Gerhard, stripped bare, in a foreign kingdom. Fear, confusion, and a sense of profound devastation enveloped her. But the man before her declared, "I am your husband. I married you last night." Then, with unwavering determination, he vowed, " You're my woman now. No one can hurt my woman." --- Kyren Raychard, the Crown Prince who had chosen to forsake the throne and became celibate, led the Knights of Gerhard to safeguard his kingdom’s border from slave trading activities. Outside his camp, he found Anna poisoned and delirious. The healer informed him of the only cure, of which he must race against time to give and honour her. For the first time, he felt an overwhelming instinct to protect and claim her as his own. Unaware of his deepening affection, he belatedly realised his feelings as he stood on the brink of losing her. Bound by a soul-binding spell, their fates intertwined…

[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?

Meet Takeshi Kasugano a 16 year old teenage boy who seemingly had nothing going for him apart from his devilishly charming looks but in all other aspects seems to be completely average, so when someone this worthless somehow gets accepted into an elite school for training heros question marks start flying everywhere, but what if it's all a facade put up by him to hide his true capabilities, in reality Takeshi is the Test Experimentation Subject and one of the living 12 out of 22 subject for the creation of the perfect human of the creation room he is known as their masterpiece and most perfect creation Number 9 but escapes the creation room with the help of his greatly unrivaled and unmatched intelligence as well as his physical prowess in all forms if traditional martial arts. follow Takeshi as he navigates through his new life as an ordinary highschool student or so he expected.

“In misfortune awaits fortune.” In a universe where Gods dwell on the highest floors of the Tower, an Arcana Card for immense good luck was created. To balance this, a devastating misfortune card was also born. Unbeknownst to the Gods, both cards slipped out of the Tower and went unnoticed. Julien, cursed by the card of immense bad luck, lived a life where death shadowed his every move, and the Grim Reaper’s blade seemed ever-present. His first life ended in despair, but at the height of his misfortune, a glimmer of hope emerged when a mysterious entity offered him a deal. The deal: conquer the Tower and fulfill her request, in exchange for a chance at a better life after reincarnation.  With the Eternal•Lust System granted by this enigmatic entity, Julien embarks on a perilous journey to ascend the Tower and become the one and only—Grand Lust Sovereign. ***** Discord: https://discord.gg/RBhAbVAvnN [Warning: Mature Content. Discretion is advised.]

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.

"Better to have and not need than to need and not have." Sky Ishiyama is a nerd with Photographic Memory who after the bumps and turns in his life, turned to be a Doomsday Prepper. The story takes place in our world where our MC was diving through the Dark Web just for fun and discovered something that could only be found in books, movies, novels, manga, anime, or games. Zombies, Walkers, Freaks, Infected, Biters, or whatever you may call them. They're fucking real. Ever wondered what you could do in a zombie apocalypse where you actually know what you're doing? Actually surviving properly while preventing stupid deaths? Doing what is right and necessary? Or better yet, actually doing what you shout in the monitor when you're watching a film? Our MC is coupled with the knowledge of not just fighting z's but actually surviving by securing his home, finding allies, scavenging for supplies, building a community and so much more. If you could, kindly like the tags I've put up and it would be huge, huge help for me, thanks in advance! Also, a comment, a review, or even a vote of a single power stone would help me out a lot! Thanks again! Disclaimer: All of the names and places mentioned in this novel are fictional and any relation to people IRL is purely coincidental. Discord Server Link: https://discord.gg/3JstDAV (It's just something I created for fun and random chatting with people that want to discuss more about zombie things and other random stuff. It's created on 16/07/20 so it's fairly new and nothing much is in there lol Anyway, everyone is free to drop by and spend a few minutes to pass the time.) My Discord: Sky2316#9623

Step into a post-apocalyptic virtual reality world where you share mental thoughts and physical sensations with your life-like avatar.

Original Author: Songiba [I was forced to live in captivity for the rest of my life because I happened to be aware of the fact that I was a saint. I was truly a ‘real’ saint, but that didn’t matter, because there was already a designated saint in the temple. When I died from all the abuse I endured, I was sent back to a time before all those previous events in my life had happened. After 15 regressions, I was exhausted. I prayed, “I don’t want anything to do with this, so please just let me die,” And at that moment when I could finally be able to die, someone said, “How about being my daughter?” …. That monstrous duke had adopted me.]

In this world, ascending to upper realms was 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. However, a devastating war led to a change in the rules. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

Ethan Drake, a hardened investigator, is drawn into a chilling conspiracy when Gwen Alderidge hires him to probe her grandfather Victor’s suspicious death. Victor, a composer, left behind an unfinished symphony encoded with secrets that could expose Chicago’s most powerful. As Ethan delves deeper, he discovers Clara, a traumatized witness whose fragmented memories hold the key to the mystery—and to survival. Together, they must unlock the symphony’s deadly secrets before they become its final notes. ____ Novel Tag Categories and Tags Thriller Noir Mystery Psychological Suspense Crime Drama Speculative Fiction

The journey of Kuyo Iwatane, filled with endless cycles of despair of hope. Though, with this life story in his hands, will he able to rewrite it all?

Ethan, an ordinary teenager, stumbles upon a mysterious wristband that unlocks a level-up system granting him RPG-like abilities in a world besieged by darkness. As he grows stronger, Ethan learns of the looming threat from the Fallen—dark entities bent on engulfing the world in shadows. Alongside Kaela, a skilled warrior with her own mysterious past, Ethan embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind the Fallen and their powerful artifacts. With each battle, Ethan unlocks new abilities, confronts dangerous enemies, and faces the temptation of dark power. As the lines between light and shadow blur, Ethan must navigate treacherous alliances, harness his newfound powers, and uncover the secrets hidden within the dark realm, all while trying to protect those he cares about and ensure the survival of their world.

A story inspired by the famous series Code Geases(by Ichirō Ōkouchi) and Classroom of the Elite(by Syougo Kinugasa)! Nori Kibe a high-school student from Sawa High School, is known for being a pretty ordinary boy and isn't seen as all too special by others. However he soon begins to prove them wrong as situations pop up in his life, until eventually something unthinkable happens and causes him to use his high intellect to figure out whats really going on.

Cain and Misha were inseparable high school sweethearts with a love as deep as it was fierce. But one fateful day, a tragic accident ends their lives… or so they thought. Instead of finding themselves in the afterlife, they awaken in a realm of shimmering light, face to face with Celestara, the Goddess of Rebirth and Fate. Celestara offers them a second chance—not only to live again but to rise as powerful champions in a world on the brink of chaos. She reveals that a malevolent demon god, once sealed away by the ancient deities, is regaining strength and preparing to break free, threatening to annihilate everything in his path. Cain and Misha accept her offer, but Celestara has one more surprise in store: she grants them the chance to choose their professions and abilities. Misha, with a fierce and wild heart, becomes the Grand Beast Master, gifted with the power to bond with and command mythical creatures of unrivaled strength. Cain, calm and calculated, embraces the role of Divine Lord of Necromancy, able to summon formidable spirits and control the forces of life and death itself. However, the path to greatness is not so simple. Reincarnated into vastly different circumstances—Misha as a noblewoman, bound by social restrictions, and Cain as a commoner with little power or influence—they must struggle to find each other in this new world. The challenges they face alone test their love, their resolve, and their abilities in ways they never imagined. As they embark on their quest to reunite and prepare for the demon god’s awakening, they discover that, together, their powers are limitless. But will it be enough to stop a god of destruction? And can they hold onto their love amidst the dark forces threatening to tear them—and the world they now call home—apart? Join Cain and Misha in The Grand Beast Master and Divine Lord of Necromancy, an epic journey of romance, adventure, and power beyond imagination. Author’s Note: No harem! Single female lead. Expect epic battles, amazing creatures, and protagonists who are destined to become legends.

Nahya is an ordinary introverted young adult. One day, she found out that her body was slowly deteriorating from a chronic illness. Wishing to at least enjoy her last remaining time. She met a young lad who came out from a beautiful antique watch that she picked from the last out-of-town trip she had. Fancied by its appearance she kept it as a souvenir. The old watch turns out to be a vessel to an unusual being! What is he? What's gonna happen to her? Updates every Monday and Friday... See ya!