Painting Legions Imperialis

"Art has nine categories, and I will recreate them one by one before you," "My name is the God of Fiction, and I hold sway over all the dreams in this universe... now choose from the nine great arts." "Choose literature, and you are not allowed to demand updates." "Choose music, and you will become addicted." "Choose painting, and you will descend into madness." "Choose sculpture, and you will become as handsome as the statues themselves." "......." "Choose gaming... oh my friend, do you need to top up? Just top up, and be happy for seven days!"

This is a world of Beast Tamers! When the Great Calamity strikes, one world after another connects to Earth, and every plant and animal is constantly evolving at an astonishing rate. Monsters emerge without end! Generations of Beast Masters lead their tamed beasts into fierce battles against the monsters on the front lines, expanding the world and fighting for survival space for humanity. Kent arrives in this world, carrying the "God Pet Evolution System." While other Beast Masters are still dreaming of obtaining a "Heaven-tier" beast, Kent is already troubled by the overwhelming number of divine beasts. What? The divine beasts want to cling to me, crying and begging to become my tamed beasts? Sorry! There are too many reservations, you'll have to wait in line. ... This is the story of Kent, who, with the help of the God Pet Evolution System, leads a legion of divine beasts and sweeps through the world of Beast Tamers.

'What is my purpose?' He thought as he gazed at the carnage that surrounded him. With every step he takes countless perish, with every action countless mourn. Behind him legions so vast they cover the horizon and blot out the heavens. His soldiers, servants, friends, children. 'That's right.' He remembered with a tinge of melancholy, 'This is my purpose.' Author's note: High fantasy setting, with a heavy emphasis on action, army tactics, political schemes and world building. No harem and very little romance.

When there were strange signs in the sky, there must be demons lurking. Li Mo, who had studied antiques since he was young, had a strange change in his eyes after being struck by lightning. With a pair of divine eyes, he gained the ability to see through things and sense objects. He bought a gourd bottle for 500 yuan at a flea market and sold it for 230,000 yuan. A painting he casually bought turned out to be a genuine work by Xu Beihong, worth thirty to forty million yuan. The black double-eared bottle that came with the purchase of a set of gold jewelry turned out to be a genuine possession of the Ming imperial family. Ancient bronze ware, exquisitely crafted porcelain, calligraphy and painting with bold and vigorous strokes, and thrilling gambling stones came one after another. From then on, Li Mo's life underwent a revolutionary change. "I have divine eyes, and there are no treasures in the world that can escape my sight."

In the year, 2467 the world was drenched in a startling battle that had caused humanity to fall. This battle had been initiated by the carrion's of the underworld. With the entire legion of dark knights, the earth was plunged into chaos. But a millennium years ago, the world seized to exit, everything was eviscerated. The universe was rebooted and it all started from nothingness again. In this life, Yu Chen was born, a child pledged to be a useless trash who was unable to awaken. However when he did awaken, he did that in death which coincidentally made him the strongest force humanity had to defend against demons.

The apocalypse arrived, and Irving was betrayed and killed by his own girlfriend. After his rebirth, he was chosen by the Will of the Blue Star to be an internal beta tester of the Shelter Game, starting with a [Tenfold Drop Rate] and becoming a [Necromancer]! Ferocious and brutal exotic beasts are all tamed by him, gradually forming a powerful "Exotic Beast Legion" under his command! Building sanctuaries, hoarding supplies, upgrading outer walls, setting traps... Constructing the most powerful fortress in the apocalypse! "Since I have been given a second life, I will trample those who've betrayed me once under my feet!" ... When the Dark Lord descended, Irving's shelter had become the strongest on the Blue Star! "You evil creatures, dare to covet Blue Star?" "Come on! Let me show you what true despair is..." "Remember, from now on, Blue Star is under my protection! Got it?"

“Is this a game or reality?” - Michael Norman ***** Apocalypse descended, and reality transformed into a game for a select few known as Awakeners. Between the ages of 16 and 18, every teenager had the chance to awaken a class and attain supernatural powers. Awakeners would then venture into a game-like world, the Land of Origin, seeking treasures and gaining tremendous strength. Michael transmigrated into this world at 18 and successfully awakened the Necromancer class. However, that was not all—Michael also unlocked a unique talent that allowed his undead summons to evolve infinitely. ..... [Little Skeleton has successfully evolved into Skeleton Soldier!] [Skeleton Mage has successfully evolved into Skeleton Summoner!] [Bone Dragon has successfully evolved into Undead Frost Dragon!] ...... With his powerful undead summons, Michael set out on a path to become a supreme legend.

Amid the bustling City of Keystone lies hidden groups and buried magic to unravel. What comes are changes in the stars that will shine upon myths and legends, but draw bigger shadows to their truths. It's all too much for Daniel Hart, who just wants to paint for others, but he finds his brush influenced by the slippery effects as maternal mysteries cling to him. WARNING: This is very much full of SMUT before it is mystery and magic. Lots of weird slimy shenanigans too!

Kai Ishikawa is aiming to be a soldier to pursue his dream, he must study and train at the Jakarta Legion Academy. Along the way, the war between humans against Elder Dragons and Demons can't be stopped, for over thirty years the demons attacked Planet Earth to conquer humanity. Will Kai make it through the test and will Kai stop this Elder war?

In the depths of Atheria’s Forest, Arbor — a lazy, fox-like humanoid — wants nothing more than peace. A quiet life collecting odd rocks and chasing pleasant dreams is all they’ve ever asked for. But fate rarely listens. Their nights are plagued by twisted dreams of stars, tar, and snapping teeth. Their days are no better, spent training as a mage to join a Legion they never asked to be part of. Worse still, their memories are a haze, with no clear answer as to how they ended up here. Every day is a drag, but somewhere in the fog of their mind, a spark of hope remains — a hope to make sense of it all. But unseen forces are moving in the shadows. Dark creatures stir, ancient plots unfold, and something hungry watches from the edges of their dreams. Arbor's world is changing, and whether they like it or not.

War, Conspiracy, Foreign Power. The unnatural quickly becomes the natural as Mason Heartson and Thomas Martin begin the fight to save the world. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

Lena returns to her childhood neighborhood, only to find it teetering on the edge of dramatic change. The old bookstore, once a bustling hub of cultural exchange, has lain dormant for years. Now, as gentrification creeps in and small businesses struggle to survive, Lena dreams of reviving this intimate space into a vibrant center for art, learning, and conversation. Through the hesitant trust of a wary shopkeeper, the untapped potential of a young musician torn between art and social media fame, and the gentle wisdom of a retired teacher, Lena learns that community bonds are as fragile as they are essential. Together, they attempt to break the cycle of indifference and disconnection—one poetry reading, mural painting, and open-mic night at a time. "Whispers Between the Shelves" offers an uplifting exploration of resilience, dialogue, and the quiet power of cultural spaces in an urban environment. It’s a journey that celebrates the courage needed to rewrite a neighborhood’s narrative, one reader, one story, and one conversation at a time.

“Everyone’s life is like a canvas. It is how they choose to paint them” Those words stuck with me and I try my best to paint the most beautiful painting on my canvas. Wang Chaihong has spent her entire life chasing a dream—to stand among the best in the male-dominated world of professional esports. As a female player in the China scene, she’s constantly battling more than just her opponents. Dismissive teammates, biased casters, and an unforgiving online audience test her resilience at every turn. But when one tournament match ended in controversy, Chaihong's career was in jeopardy. With her reputation in shambles and her confidence at an all-time low, she’s left with one question: can she fight her way back?

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She's a struggling artist who never believed in love. He’s a cold-hearted billionaire, scarred by betrayal. Their worlds collide when she accidentally ruins his million-dollar painting at a gala, sparking a fiery feud. Determined to teach her a lesson, he traps her in a devil’s deal, one that binds her to him in ways she never imagined. But what starts as revenge turns into obsession. Beneath his icy exterior lies a man consumed by desire, and beneath her resistance is a woman who craves his touch. In a whirlwind of passion, power struggles, and secrets, they navigate a world where love is a luxury and obsession is dangerous. Will their fiery connection consume them both, or will it thaw his frozen heart and teach her to trust again?

Adrian Hudel has always been the invisible son in the Hu family, overshadowed by his elder brother Wryn, who was groomed to inherit the family business. Adrian’s only solace lies in his passion for painting, a dream he clings to amidst the cold indifference of his father, Wuner Hudel. But when Wryn abandons the family overnight, fleeing from an arranged marriage to the richest man in the country, Ethan Levistis, Adrian’s life takes a devastating turn. --- The cover is mine. The cover is of MC-Adrian Hudel. Free to collect. BL Story.

In a world ruled by chaos, endless wars, and untamed magic, a warrior emerges, determined to continually refine his own body, transforming it into an armored and lethal weapon. Painting the ground with rivers of blood at every step, Draco forges a path of destruction and glory, leaving indelible marks on a world teetering on the brink of collapse. ... Power Stones Campaign! - 100 Power Stones = 2 chapters - 500 Power Stones = 5 chapters - 1000 Power Stones = 8 chapters - 3000 Power Stones = 10 chapters ... Gift campaign! - 20 Golden Tickets = 1 chapter - Magic Castle = 5 chapters.  - Spacecraft = 15 chapters.  - Gachapon = 20 chapters.

The world as we know it has crumbled. A towering, mysterious structure has erupted at the center of the planet, bringing with it legions of monsters and apparitions, plunging humanity into chaos. [AWAKENING TALENTS ] [ NEXT MONSTER WAVE - 19 DAYS LEFT ] While survivors scramble, Nyx, a detached and cunning college student, sees this as the perfect opportunity to rise, he realizes this broken world is his playground. [ HOST HAS AWAKENED TALENT TIER: Z ] [ GENERATE ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED 'GENERATED SKILL' ] [ HOST HAS RECEIVED SKILL TIER: SS ] [ COMMAND ] With infinite resources at his disposal and a mind honed for manipulation, Nyx begins his ascent—ready to bend the apocalyptic world to his will behind the scene. The Villain Has Infinite Resources at World End centers on Nyx Valmeister, a brilliant and ruthless anti-hero who rises to power in a world thrown into chaos by monstrous invasions and a mysterious Tower. Nyx, a sociopath who awakens a system with the power to generate skills, weapons, and resources at will, views the apocalypse as an opportunity rather than a tragedy. Armed with his talent and cold logic, he systematically eliminates threats, manipulates survivors, and builds an empire on the ruins of society. Unlike typical heroes, Nyx is driven purely by self-interest and power. He has no qualms about sacrificing others for his goals, seeing people as pawns or useful assets—nothing more. His ability to combine skills and equipment into more potent forms gives him an edge over other survivors, and his strategic mind allows him to exploit every advantage. I CAN ASSURE YOU - MC IS SPECIAL

Growing up on the streets of New Pandora after the usurption of Earth, John never expected anything good from life. He survived just to survive, no purpose in mind and no hope. However, even he did not anticipate Awakening and becoming a successor of the Gray Family - an elite family at the peak of the world wielding unimaginable power and wealth. He was born without a Gift and a curse that painted his hair black and filled his eyes with a bleak darkness. Watch as he reaches for the apex of existence and uncovers the hidden plot behind his curse. "In this sixth life, I will have it all!"

Excevious, the self-proclaimed Monarch of the Dead, was a necromancer feared across nations. With undead legions at his back, his reign seemed unbreakable—until the Hero of the kingdom defeated him, shattering his power and legacy in a single humiliating day. Now, trapped in an endless void, he clings to the remnants of his consciousness. An unsettling voice taunts him, forcing him to question the purpose of his existence. But when a mysterious force tears him from the darkness, he awakens in a new body—weak, powerless, and far from the powerful necromancer he once was. Reborn, he must navigate his second life, where shadows of his past linger and danger waits at every turn. Redemption or revenge? The choice will define his new life.

A little lady was holding an envelope, her eyes red and teary. You could hear her sniffle from afar and the people around her, took a second look. She was pretty and looked like she walked out of a painting. She turned and decided to get her breakfast before opening the letter. In every step she made any person old and young stared at her. They could not put a finger on her, yes, she was pretty, but something was ethereal in the way she moves.

In the sizzling world of contemporary romance and workplace drama, "Working Hours" delves deep into the tangled web of desire and power at Kikomori Financing. When Aaliyah, reeling from a painful past, finds solace in a surprising connection with her coworker Lee, little does she know that their encounter will unravel a chain of events that tests her heart and career. As the enigmatic Kai, president of the company, unveils his true identity in a ruthless display of power, Aaliyah is thrust into a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Her attraction to Kai battles against the stark realities of office politics and personal demons, leading her down a path of self-discovery and growth. With seductive undertones and lush descriptions painting a vivid picture of love, ambition, and intrigue weaves a tale of passion and resilience in the face of unexpected challenges. Will Aaliyah find the strength to navigate the complexities of her newfound relationship with Kai while forging her own path to empowerment? Discover a world where boundaries blur and desires ignite in this evocative journey toward love and self-acceptance.

A cosmic event involving an artifact like cube crafted by an ancient Martian civilization has created a supernatural barrier called the Sky Wall, which divides future Japan into three literal, and figurative regions, Touto, Hokuto, and Seito. Along with creating a complex split between the three, the event has brought with it legions of creatures dubbed Smash down onto the country, who chase and attack citizens on sight. Sento Kiryu, having lost his memory, is found and sheltered by a enigmatic cafe owner named Soichi Isurugi who gives him a belt called the Build Driver that gives him the ability to turn into Kamen Rider Build, which he uses to fight the Smash in his own way. Sento learns that his forgotten past is connected to the events of the Sky Wall Disaster. In his search for the truth about his past and a solution to the current crisis, Sento makes several friends who also gain the ability to transform and battle with him, acquires several adversaries who fight back at his attempts to save everyone, and is pushed to figure out who is on what side, and what the sides even are or mean! Fan adapted Novel following the Show "Kamen Rider Build" as closely as possible.

Sheila Barker is a child prodigy who was sent away by her family to a foreign country after her mother's death. Years later, the Barker family calls Sheila back because they have arranged a marriage for her with the Long family, one of the most powerful in the country. On her return journey, Sheila meets a strange man who, for some reason, ends up greatly influencing her stay in that country. How will Sheila face this arranged marriage while seeking to end her relationship with her family once and for all? Author's Note: This story slightly incorporates special abilities with fantasy elements. Every place name, medical term, and jargon used within the context of the work is mostly fictitious.

In the tides of struggle and power, who can reach the ultimate? In a world of factions and species, who can attain power? In a land whose past is obscured by the naivety of the present, who can uncover the hidden? Karl lives in a world of species and evolution, his path thrust upon him without his consent. Cannons, rifles, shard armor, legions, knight cities, and hive cities. Injections, grace, blood, evil, and ruinous gods... The world has forgotten a soul. A soul whose coming is unpredictable but sure like the mist. Karl has awoken, and what path will he leave behind? Would it be the same?... Like before? This is the story of the "Son of the fallen empire" or is it the living error? Or perhaps...The reaper!

A newly birthed child is akin to a pure white sheet. And if someone had to badmouth about their behavior, it should be towards the parents because after birth it is up to the parents to navigate their children on the road of life. They paint their child with their ideology , thought's , emotion and sometimes dream. So how a child grows up depends on the environment and their parents. ••••••• Quotes: “One must prepare themselves to be embarrassed if they want to embarrass someone.” “One must deceive themselves to deceive others.” “Everyone wears a mask to hide themselves from the world.” •••••• Submitting this for the webnovel spirity awards 2024. Please support me. Thank you. [Warning. Mature content. sensitive content.] [This is fiction so don't take it seriously and just enjoy.]

Oh, where do I even begin with this epic tale of the world of the four realms? Let me paint you a picture of a world beyond your wildest imagination, a world created by not just one, but Six almighty Gods, over a billion years ago! The Six Almighty Gods created Arcana, the realm of the Gods. Olympia, the realm of the Celestials, who were children of the Gods. Lyra, an empty realm. And the Abyss, the realm of the dead. Now, let's talk about Lyra, the third realm. Picture this, a vast and empty realm, devoid of any life. But then, the Six Gods didn't just leave it empty, they created not one, not two, but eight different races of lower beings to inhabit it! Can you even fathom the sheer scale of creativity and imagination it must have taken to create such diverse and fascinating creatures? We have Monsters, Demons, Elves, Giants, Humans, Dwarves, Fairies, and Beasts, all living together in Lyra. Our story focuses on Jordan, the lazy genius second prince of the mighty Wolf clan. After leaving the Underground Tower - his home for 21 years, he arrives at the Wolf clan city to take over as leader, but instead, he unites all the fifteen monster clans under him. And with that he created the most powerful empire on the continent, The Northern Empire. When other races discovered the new nation of monsters, one human kingdom decided to wage war against them, thinking they were a new and weak kingdom. This war sets off a chain reaction that triggers the Great Change - a series of events that transform the world in ways both destructive and evolutionary. But the new Empire was in no way weak. Jordan and his empire went to war on the human kingdom and three of the six demon lords. Jordan used this war to solidify the standing of his Empire in the continent and gain authority among the Kings and Queens of the Mavis continent. But all this was just a means to an end for Jordan's ultimate goal. When he left the Underground Tower, he discovered that The Veil used to trap the Demon race was about to break. And with that, the release of the Demon Legion, the largest and most powerful army on the continent. Now Jordan must rally not just the monsters, but all other five races: Elves, Giants, Humans, Dwarves and Fairies, together and face against the powerful demon army. War, death, and destruction ensue, and amidst the chaos, Jordan finds himself at the center of it all.

Han Xiao, a hardcore power leveler of "Star Ocean", was thrown into the time-traveling army by a mysterious force from the East. He carried the player's panel and became an NPC. He returned to the time before the public beta of "Star Ocean" and resolutely chose the most difficult mechanical system. Warships lined up across the starry sea, star mechas were as agile as dragons, psionic cannons destroyed the world, and there was an endless mechanical army quietly staying in the portable warehouse One person is a legion! If it weren't for the players, this book would be a serious and serious theme of time-traveling in another world... As an NPC, normal NPCs have all the functions for players... Issue tasks? Adjust favorability? Teach skills? The most beautiful girl in e-sports? Just want to learn skills? Goodbye, I sell myself, not art Wait, how come I know all these players The real world has also returned to ten years ago.

[First death: Betrayal] [Second death: Betrayal] [Third death: I won't die like that again.] Living the life of Shoji, the first king of humans and Alex, a soldier in the war of the modern world. he goes back into his past as a new figure. Legion. Instead of being reborn as a human he finds himself as with a new system and power. Able to evolve himself with his own monster avatars. To achieve his goal of leaving a mark on the world and completing the deal he made to get this third chance at life. Discord- https://discord.gg/yenXvChmJ4

Emily Hart, an innocent dreamer, saves the life of a man she never expected to meet—Alexander Grey, a successful CEO haunted by the ghost of his deceased love. As fate entwines their lives, Emily takes a job as Alexander's assistant, only to find herself caught in a whirlwind of passion and secrets. When she discovers a painting of a woman who looks just like her, the threads of their lives unravel, revealing a tapestry of love, loss, and hidden truths. Just as their romance blossoms, Emily's past resurfaces, intertwining with Alexander's in ways she never imagined. As she grapples with her burgeoning feelings and a shocking pregnancy, betrayal lurks in the shadows, threatening to tear them apart. With a cunning rival plotting revenge and family secrets that could change everything, Emily must decide: is she merely a substitute for Alexander's lost love, or is she destined to write her own story? Will Emily find the strength to embrace her true self and carve out a future with the man she loves?