Jackdaw'S Rest Quest

After being brutally beaten to death, Zale awakens in a dark, empty void where time feels meaningless. Lost between the desire to rest and the hunger for revenge, he encounters a mysterious ball of light. When he touches it, the words “The Sin of Sloth” burn into his mind, and he’s pulled back to reality. He finds himself alive—his body healed and improved—but an overwhelming exhaustion weighs him down. Despite the newfound strength coursing through his veins, it’s paired with an intense, relentless fatigue. His movements are slow but unnaturally powerful, his senses sharpened even as his mind struggles to stay awake. Though the urge for revenge burns within him, Zale's thoughts constantly drift toward rest. His power, fueled by the Sin of Sloth, seems to grant him unnatural resilience and strength even in his tired state. But for now, revenge can wait. All he wants is to find a safe place to rest and gather the strength needed to crush those who wronged him.

The world changed in an instant. One moment, Haruki Nakamura was an ordinary deliveryman in Tokyo, struggling to pay rent and support his family. The next, a System appeared—forcing every human into a deadly survival game. [First Quest: Kill 5 Goblins or Face Erasure.] Monsters flooded the streets. Society collapsed overnight. Those who couldn't fight were slaughtered. Those who hesitated died. With nothing but a metal pipe and sheer determination, Haruki defies all odds, facing challenges that should be impossible for a mere courier. But as he survives what others cannot, the System takes notice. The gods watching from above take interest. Yet, Haruki cares about only one thing—getting stronger and protecting those who matter. In a world where every quest is mandatory and failure means death, survival is just the beginning. If the System wants him to play, then he'll break the game.

Nate Anderson is a 15 year old boy who was orphaned at the age of 7 has lived a relatively normal life that changes however when one night he stumbles across a bloody and beaten man who tells Nate that he needs to stop the demon Lucius. Now, with his life turned upside down, Nate and his friends have only a year to get stronger and beat Lucius. but he soon realises that the world is much bigger than he could ever believe as he begins to uncover the true mystery of his worlds origins.

Alex, a high school student with poor grades and an all-consuming love for video games, gets trapped inside a newly released game called Jungle Quest. His disappearance baffles everyone except his determined sister, Natasha. Desperate to save her brother, Natasha takes a job at NeoGaming Corp, the company behind Jungle Quest. As she navigates the corporate world, she uncovers a horrifying secret: a bug in the game traps players inside until they die. Armed with evidence, she confronts Alison, the company's CEO, and strikes a deal to keep the bug a secret in exchange for Alison’s help to save her brother. With NeoGaming Corp teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, Alison agrees. Natasha learns that the only way to rescue Alex is to venture into the perilous game world herself. Alison, knowing the future of his company hangs in the balance, joins her on this dangerous quest. Together, they must navigate the treacherous jungle, solve intricate puzzles, and battle deadly foes, all while racing against time to save Alex and bring him back to reality. In this high-stakes adventure, Natasha and Alison discover that the game’s true challenge is not just survival, but the strength of their resolve and the courage to face their deepest fears. Will Natasha and Alison succeed in rescuing Alex and saving NeoGaming Corp, or will they become permanent captives of Jungle Quest? Dive into this thrilling novel where the lines between reality and virtual reality blur, and the only way out is through.

Logan Black, a 23-year-old college student, juggled multiple jobs just to make ends meet because of his poor background. But despite coming from the lowest rung of society and frequently being bullied by arrogant heirs of wealthy families, he never lost hope. He never despised himself, either—after all, he had loyal friends who were like brothers and a girlfriend who meant everything to him. But everything changed the day she left him for another man, ridiculing him in the worst way possible. The once-optimistic Logan fell into despair—until he suddenly acquired a system. However, unlike the typical systems in other novels, this one had a sentient personality. She was mischievous, constantly teasing and mocking him. But this system wasn’t just any random gift; it came from a being claiming to be a god—one whom Logan had unknowingly helped, even insulted when he told him about how the love of his life would betray him. With the arrival of this system. Is it Wealth? Power Fame? Everything would be at the tip of his finger. All he had to do was complete the ridiculous quests given to him by his mischievous system. He, who was once at the lowest position in life would rise to wealth and power, face-smacking everyone who had ever looked down upon him. Dang! He would even make the man who had stolen his girlfriend suffer by doing the unthinkable—he slept with his mother and made him call him “father

A young man formly named Chris is given a mission to save a world not of his own but a world a new to him. Join him as he battles through multiple obstacles and trials to obtain his goal of saving the world from the Claws of the Primordial of Chaos. He knows that the only way to do this by become the LORD OF ALL.

In the rain-soaked, neon-lit underbelly of a city teeming with secrets, Alexander Mercer, a lawyer with a tarnished reputation, is drawn into a web of conspiracy surrounding a long-dormant case. With his office a chaotic sanctuary of forgotten files and his nights filled with broken whispers, Mercer navigates a world of manipulated evidence and shadowy figures. He must decipher the cryptic messages hidden in the fragmented testimonies and tampered forensics, facing down powerful forces that seek to bury the truth forever. In this noir-infused legal thriller, Mercer's relentless pursuit of justice becomes a dangerous obsession, where every clue is a double-edged sword and every ally a potential adversary.

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The Dao Court has ruled the world of cultivators for over twenty thousand years. The noble families maintain a strict hierarchy, making life difficult for independent cultivators. At ten years old, Mo Hua, who comes from a background of independent cultivators, struggles with his cultivation journey. This changes when a Dao stele appears in his mind. The stele is damaged and mysterious, but it can enhance spiritual awareness and help understand mystical formations. Mo Hua plans to use this stele to develop a supreme spiritual awareness, learn the secrets of celestial formations, and pursue the ultimate path of immortality. His goal is to change not only his own destiny but also the destiny of all lesser cultivators across the world. The path to greatness starts with the smallest steps, and the journey to immortality is long and challenging. Through dense fog and treacherous terrains, past horrors and chaos, where demons dance wildly, he must plant the seeds of his spiritual quest, survive the deadliest of trials, and prove his worth on every dangerous step… In the grand scheme of heaven, where the universe is the game board and all creatures its pieces, the strategic game of life and death begins, shaping destinies through its intricate moves… Immortality Through Array Formations Asking About Longevity - Asking for Immortality The Quest for Immortality 阵问长生 I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com https://www.royalroad.com/profile/328468

A teenager named Kairos had played his favourite game several times.One day he decides to play the game one last time from starting,and when he start's the game he suddenly, unknowingly got teleported into the game. He thought how can he escape then he thought that he can escape from the game after completing it.So he start's to grind he needed to defeat 6 main bosses. Once he defeats a Boss he can summon that boss for a fight against another boss or enemy. Kairos got some friends and allied with him who helps him to complete the game.But the real question is-- "Will he escape or not." Enjoy the adventure of Kairos and his friends to uncover more secrets about his favourite game and,what threat and stakes are awaiting for him?

Senjou Kazuto - Một nhà thám hiểm 18 tuổi với ước mơ to lớn là có thể thám hiểm cả thế giới. Kazuto không chỉ muốn khám phá những vùng đất mới, mà còn khao khát khám phá chính bản thân mình. Đi qua nhiều chuyến đi, đối mặt với những mối nguy hiểm và những thử thách khó khăn, cậu dần nhận ra ước mơ không chỉ là thám hiểm thế giới, mà còn là hành trình để giải đáp về ý nghĩa và mục đích của cuộc đời.

This is the story of a man who had lived a life that could only be described as a tragedy. His parents died when he was 8. His wife had a miscarriage and ended up passing away with his son. When he turned 30, he lost an arm in the great war between the empire he called home and the neighboring state. At 52, his adopted daughter was tragically killed by the same man who he swore loyalty to, the emperor. When he was stabbed in the heart at 74 years old, he wasn't angry by the betrayal from who was wielding the sword. Instead, he was relieved. Finally, he could rest. But when he opened his eyes, expecting to find himself in the afterlife, instead, he awoke to when he was only 7 years old. With the opportunity to change his future, this man only desired one thing—rest. He wanted to rest. He was tired of all the schemes, the betrayals, the losses, the tears he's shed. All he wanted to do now was rest as long as nobody disturbed this rest, he had no reason to move a finger. Not even to prevent to the death of his parents. So what happens when a boy who is too great for his own good is not left alone? Read and see.

The Elemental Witch, reduced to just a witch hat who has forgotten its memories, had been trapped in the ruins for centuries until it encountered Kailey, finally gaining freedom. Kailey, who had ventured into the ruins in search of a cure, thought she had found one. However, it turns out to be a cursed tome, leaving Kailey incapacitated. As a result, the dormant second soul from previous hijinks in the ruin arises to take over her body. After leaving the ruins, the second soul, Aleshia, renames the witch hat to Lucia. During Lucia's excitement over her christening, Aleshia separates from Lucia, leaving Lucia alone. But soon after, the leader of the Green Wolf clan appeared.

Tom Zaxton, a college student, witnesses a UFO hovering over his town during class. The UFO unleashes a laser beam, obliterating buildings. A global message declares, "ALIEN INVASION HAS BEGUN ON EARTH..." How will Tom save his friends and family? How will humanity survive? Why have the aliens arrived? Can we save our planet, and what is their motive? Can Tom become the X-factor for humanity in this calamity against aliens? It's the beginning of a catastrophic event for humanity!!!

In the year 2045, New World Online, the most immersive VRMMORPG ever created, takes the world by storm. Players can experience a limitless fantasy realm, where skills, battles, and quests feel as real as life itself. Kaze Hoshino, an ordinary gamer, logs in expecting nothing more than an exciting adventure. But when he unknowingly triggers the Forbidden Quest, his entire game experience changes. The system brands him with an unknown title, his level resets to zero, and he’s suddenly hunted by both players and terrifying entities known as the Corrupted Ones. Forced to survive in a world where death is permanent, Kaze must uncover the truth behind the Forbidden Quest. Alongside a group of elite players and mysterious allies, he journeys through cursed ruins, hidden dungeons, and war-torn kingdoms, battling against forces that threaten to consume the entire game world. But as reality and the virtual world begin to blur, Kaze realizes this isn’t just a game anymore.

Meet Kieran, a 12-year-old street urchin with a secret - dark powers and even darker dreams. Haunted by the memory of his sister Sara's tragic death at the hands of a noble, Kieran is determined to change the world's power balance. When he stumbles upon Wells' mysterious grimoire, Kieran forms an unexpected bond with an ancient entity, but at a dangerous cost - his life force. Juggling life as an assassin in the shadows, he eventually earns a spot at the prestigious Academy. Using clever tricks to hide his true abilities, Kieran embarks on a mission to shift societal power dynamics, all while burying the darkness that lurks within him.

When a notorious crime lord and a mad scientist hijack a Delta-class civilian star cruiser, the Galactic Bounty Hunter's Association calls upon their most formidable task force. Assigned to kill or capture the high value targets, this team known as 'The Enforcers' accepts a couple of bounties that turn out to be far more than they bargained for.

Jun, junto a sus amigos, se dirigen a una tienda de segunda mano para ver que podrian comprar, consiguiendo un reloj sin saber que este le cambiaria la vida por completo, cambiando a Jun y a sus amigos.

In a land teetering on the edge of chaos, a band of unlikely allies—an exiled knight, a rogue with a mysterious past, a reluctant sorcerer, and a fierce warrior—are thrust together by fate. Their mission: to retrieve the Celestial Cube, a legendary artifact said to hold immeasurable power. But as they navigate treacherous landscapes, battle ancient foes, and uncover long-buried secrets, they soon realize that the cube is not a gift—it’s a curse. The moment they claim it, dark tendrils of energy unravel from its core, awakening an ancient malevolence that threatens to consume the world. With time running out and the forces of darkness closing in, the group must decide: will they wield the artifact’s power or destroy it before it’s too late? Trust will be tested, alliances will shatter, and the fate of existence hangs in the balance. What if the greatest treasure ever discovered was never meant to be found?

This story follows the thrilling and intense adventure of Lux, a young man on a desperate quest to reshape the world as he knows it, armed with the knowledge and memories from his past life. Haunted by the tragic loss of his mother in his previous existence, Lux is fueled by an unwavering determination to prevent the same fate from befalling her again. Driven by the powerful bond he shares with her, Lux faces trial after trial, pushing himself to his physical, mental, and emotional limits. As the world around him begins to unravel due to an impending catastrophe known as the Great Shift, Lux is forced to battle through hordes of terrifying beasts and ruthless humans alike. With every fight, every challenge, and every sacrifice, his resolve grows stronger, for he knows that the survival of his mother and the future of the world itself rests solely in his hands. Lux’s journey is not just about survival; it's about rewriting fate itself, protecting those he loves, and ensuring that the tragedies of his past life are never repeated. The stakes are high, and with each victory, he comes one step closer to securing a future free from the horrors he once knew, but the path ahead is fraught with danger, betrayal, and heart-wrenching choices.

【Survival】【Stockpiling】 【Subway Construction】【Entities】 【Eerie】【Single Female Lead】【Infinite Flow】【Daily Updates (5 Chapters)】 Every station, every journey boasts unique characteristics. An endless tunnel, infinitely extending tracks, a subway world where sunlight never reaches - all shall embark on their personal apocalypse journeys... Fortunately, Zhao Kuo can visualize his Luck Points. While no one stays fortunate forever, he can. With maxed-out fortune, wealth flows endlessly. Materials, equipment, special items - all available. Explore and survive in this dark world... Always remember to keep your light burning. May you one day see the sun again. Featuring entities, Lovecraftian elements, and supernatural horrors. Focused on progression-based narrative. MC isn't naive - ruthlessly decisive. Jump into the abyss now!

Rhea and Isabelle had nothing in common except the way they died. Both were betrayed and murdered by the person they trusted the most: their own sister. They should have faded into the world but instead, their souls were switched, forcing them to live in each other's bodies while being surrounded by families that had doomed them Now, Rhea must learn to live as Isabelle, a quiet, artistic girl with a lot of passion, while Isabelle finds herself trapped in Rhea's life- a life of pressure, expectations, and hidden dangers. But their new lives are far from peaceful. Their murderers walk free believing their sins are buried while Isabelle and Rhea struggle to navigate the lies, relationships, and expectations that come with their unfamiliar bodies.

"Everything shall be yours in times to come." "A stories from a distant past will bring light to the future. And among every stories, holds a secret of truth." ******* A soon to be the next ruler and his friend rescued a lad who doesn't remembered some memories. A story of a ruler who wants to make differents and create a new life for the people he cares about after his closest friends died. He vowed to change what his ancestors could not changed which his grandparents left everything in his hand. A huge decision that will change the course of his land, a change that would mark in history. She, whose families and friends were killed lost all hopes and dreams she had, and thought her life was curse as death follows her. He, whose life evolves only on making his empire a place of peace which he dreams, like what his grandparent's hopes he can accomplish. Would he be able to restore the hopes that was all lost by an unfortunate fate? Will she be able to find new dreams in her life? ****** "Would you do me the honor of this last dance.", he said giving her his hand that's holding a middlemist rose which she remembered reading it on the book. She look to him confused while pointing at herself in which he just smile and nodded, thus reluctantly she took the flower and his hand nervously. While dancing with the melody, and moments after she heard him sigh and says, "Next time, don't go roaming around the mansion alone with a man that you don't know. Understood?" "B- But he's a guest." "Even so. You didn't even know him, and you even talked and letting him kissed. Were you trying to seduced the man?", he asked coldly looking down at her. Shocked! She look at him wide eyes. Her hazel-brown eyes paired with his dark red eyes, which captivate her. In a whispered while averting his gaze she said, "I do not! I'm not that kind of woman. I'm not raised by my family that way! And besides I will hold this curse of fate to myself alone." "Alone?", he said frowning. Twirling her, his hand on her back pulling her closer. Pairing his dark red eyes at her. "You saying..."

Is everything planned out for you in this world, or is the best thing for life, is to just go with the flow? Kai was just an ordinary sixteen years old boy who lived in a era where cultivation divided people based on their status. He was known for his mischievous mind, but wonderful heart. He was a stable boy, and considered to be the best friend of the princess of the Drogan's kingdom. On his sixteenth birthday, he saw the Prospectors for the first time. Now the Prospectors were the highest of the high on the cultivation scale, and only them holds the powers to defeat the greatest evil. And have different auras that only cultivators with the prospecting genres can see. But somehow, Kai was able to see the auras of the twelve Prospectors that visited the court of the Dragon's kingdom that day, even though he didn't have one cultivation bone in his body. But at least that is what he thought. Come along with the ride throughout Kai's life, from him switching lives with the princess, to him finding out that he is the son of the greatest Prospector that ever lived.

For eight months, I left my pack, my people to be with him. His self esteem, care and happiness were my first priority. He was my disabled mate, a total paralyze. How could I know he lives in secrecy? The betrayal gripped me like a pestle grating gravel. My mate wasn’t the weak, disabled Omega he claimed he was. He had lied to me. He was an Alpha all alone. He did this so he could manipulate me. After his secret was out, to get rid of me, he had to ruin me- get me killed in a deep and dangerous forest. Finding my way out was a chance and getting this over meant the marriage was over. Unfortunately, he never wanted me to go anymore. He wanted to keep manipulating me to get what he wanted, what his grandfather willed to me. It was actually a dream out of nowhere. Sadly for him, I had a secret of my own. I wasn’t the helpless omega I told him, I was the richest and the most powerful Alpha in the premises. Will he survive what would befall him? That was him to decide on his own. What would happen when my pack went deep into a mess and no one to help except him? I sought revenge, I got more than it. He got his punishment and went underground and unearthed the underworld cruelties, getting all the power he wished for. He alone would save me and my pack. Will the love I had for him once rekindle? And will he be real this time or betray me once again? Once bitten twice shy.

Aella's life took a devastating turn when she and her siblings were betrayed by their cousin, leading to their tragic demise during the apocalypse. However, her journey didn't end there. A higher entity known as "the system" recruited her to undertake a crucial mission across multiple worlds. Aella's task is to rescue and heal men who are oppressed in worlds where women hold supreme power. Despite her physical limitations, Aella possesses extraordinary mental strength. While her abilities lack offensive capabilities, she excels in healing and purification. Additionally, she has a unique connection to nature, allowing her to revitalize plants. Aella's ultimate goal is to save these men, protect the world, and thwart the destructive plans of troublesome heroines.

The world awakens, dungeons form, animals and plants mutate, the gods spectate the world's happenings and find people they think are interesting, and humans gain powers and systems that are tailored to them (They're all the same thing, just with different designs). The usual stuff. It just so happens that our main character's version of the system is, for better or lack of words...flawed. --- Disclaimer: NSFW content will be marked accordingly: N+ for 18+, N- for darker themes, and N for a mix of both. Updates will aim for a chapter every week, with the potential for more depending on my schedule. Your feedback and ideas are greatly appreciated, even if it's just a "good job" or complete negativity. Questions are also welcome.