Metropolis Occult

[Explosive and thrilling, read by thousands] He was the Magic Shadow Assassin, he was the King of Soldiers! The favored son of a mysterious special forces unit, he lay low in the metropolis for a mission that could not be disclosed. With a pair of iron fists, he fought through the Demons and Ghosts lurking in every dark corner. With a Military Spike in his hand, he shattered the survival laws of the urban jungle. I am the Warrior King of the jungle; in the city, I, too, am King. The stunning landlady said, "Yang Fei, you scoundrel, pay up the eight hundred you owe me for the rent before you come here bragging!"

In the sprawling metropolis of Xylos City on Goliath, a planet fueled by cosmic energy, Tasin Ahmed is a nobody, a Tier One cultivator serving drinks to the elite. But his life is forever changed when a mysterious system, capable of "Amplification" and "Recycling," awakens within him. As Tasin learns to harness the system's power, he uncovers a web of secrets and conspiracies that reach to the highest echelons of Goliath society. What is the true purpose of the system? And what role will Tasin play in the unfolding drama that could reshape the fate of the planet?

Beneath the bustling neon metropolis, unknown monsters lurk in the shadows. Martial arts sects, biological modifications, cutting-edge mechas, golden bloodlines, abyssal aberrations... Chen Feng finds himself in a parallel world similar to Earth, only to discover that he can enter a mysterious dreamworld and collect glowing orbs: Limit-Breaking Orb: Enhances martial arts skill proficiency, surpassing limits and leveling up! Attribute Orb: Randomly increases four-dimensional attributes, making you stronger and bigger—level up! Talent Orb: You gain the talent Azure Armor... Skill Orb: You gain... As martial arts gradually decline, with cyborgs and advanced mechas becoming dominant, Chen Feng obtains ultimate limit-breaking powers in the dreamworld. With extraordinary talents fused together, he reignites the martial arts path! Tearing apart mechas with bare hands, smashing aircraft carriers with a single punch! Follow Chen Feng as he writes his own legend in a world filled with turmoil.

Beneath the undercurrents of the modern metropolis, a silent game of power is unfolding. Li Chuan, a data analyst and intelligence consultant, stumbles upon unusual financial transactions linked to the death of Wei Xingzhi, chairman of Hengtai Group. However, as he delves deeper, he realizes this is no ordinary financial crime—it is a vast conspiracy intertwined with power, money, and control. Meanwhile, key witness Zhao Qiming mysteriously disappears after submitting his testimony to the police, and all related records are erased. A mysterious man, Cheng Mo, approaches Li Chuan, proposing an alliance to uncover the truth. Yet, with every step forward, more people vanish, more bodies appear, and more warnings emerge. In a world built on deception, information is both the key to the truth and the deadliest weapon. As you analyze the data, beware—something unknown may already be watching you from the shadows... —This is a story of lies, betrayal, and the battle of intellect. The truth is never simple, nor is it ever safe.

1. Uniqueness and Appeal of the Story (Condensed) 1. Worldbuilding: Historical Grit Meets Supernatural Spectacle Setting: 1930s America/Europe: Blends Great Depression realities (NYC soup kitchens, corrupt Wall Street alchemists) with occult threats. Nazi "Lebensborn" experiments resurrect through cursed artifacts, while vampire clans like Sanctum Sanguinis manipulate London's underworld. Core Innovation: Merges noir detective drama, Lovecraftian cosmic horror, and vampire political epics into a cohesive "dark fantasy" universe. Protagonist Wayne navigates gangster-ruled streets and eldritch rituals with equal pragmatism. 2. Plot Architecture: Layered Mysteries & Explosive Payoffs Opening Hook: A seemingly routine infidelity case unravels into a cult conspiracy marked by glowing cat eyes and radioactive mushroom-induced visions. The mundane detective office becomes a gateway to hidden wars. Key Conflicts: Personal: Wayne’s quest to find his sister Gwen—a victim of 1935 Nazi experiments—while battling his own physical decay (corpse-like stench, stopped pocket watch). Supernatural: Vampire dynasties, hellish legions, and secret societies (Mirror Sect) clash over the "Living Grail," a sentient artifact granting control over reality. Historical: Nazi occultists infiltrate America using gold-skull rituals; Federal Reserve corruption fuels supernatural arms races. Climactic Sequences: Holy Grail War: Wayne’s ragtag Vowbound Cross faction battles vampire hordes in London, with alchemically enhanced revolvers firing self-guided silver bullets. Leviathan Rising: A kaiju-like beast emerges from Liverpool’s waters, countered by undead dragons and Vatican light magic. Twist Ending: Gwen is revealed as a Nazi-made proto-vampire, forcing Wayne to sacrifice himself as a vessel to seal an elder god—leaving moral ambiguity lingering. 3. Characters: Moral Complexity & Jarring Contrasts Wayne (Protagonist): Flawed Antihero: A whiskey-drinking PI masking survivor’s guilt with sarcasm. His fake "model citizen" diary clashes with ruthless tactics (blackmail, radioactive interrogations). Duality: Protects street orphans while exploiting clients, embodying Depression-era moral erosion. Veronica & Wilhelm: Noble Fugitives: Veronica’s aristocratic German past and Wilhelm’s swastika-etched knife hint at dark histories. Posing as a secretary/gardener, they manipulate Wayne’s investigations. Comic Relief: Wilhelm’s mountain-like physique paired with cat-obsessed campiness ("sailor outfits") offsets existential dread. Antagonists: Preacher Jacob: A vampiric zealot who views bloodsucking as divine sacrament, mirroring Wayne’s nihilism. Dr. Isaac: A Nazi eugenicist weaponizing vampirism, blending scientific rigor with monstrous ambition. 4. Narrative Craft: Noir Aesthetics & Pseudoscience Multi-Perspective Storytelling: Wayne’s cynical first-person narration intercuts with newspaper clippings (Jack the Ripper Returns), cult parchments, and Veronica’s encrypted journals to piece together the puzzle. Stylized Language: Gritty metaphors: "Wall Street fog smells of rusted dreams," "Veronica’s hair outshines Coney Island neon." Symbolism: Bulletproof doors adorned with Citizen Kane posters critique hollow American idealism; cash-stuffed Bibles mock religious hypocrisy. Sci-Fantasy Systems: Vampire "sun weakness" explained as uranium radiation side effects. "Eldritch whispers" rationalized as infrasound brainwashing; hell reimagined as a quantum dimension. Weapons: Rune-engraved silver bullets, alchemy-modified revolvers blending mysticism and tech.

In the sprawling metropolis of Azeron, time is a broken record, a loop of endless resets. Every time Azeron dies, the world rewinds, a cruel cycle he’s endured countless times, remembering every agonizing death, every shattered reality. Yet, this time, something is different. The resets are fracturing, the familiar patterns warping, and Azeron is no longer alone in his torment. He discovers he’s not the first to endure this nightmare. Others have tried to break free, their failures echoing through the fractured timelines. But Azeron is different. His memory, a curse and a key, is unraveling the very fabric of the cycle. He is shifting between seven parallel realities, each a distorted reflection of the world he knows, each a step closer to the terrifying truth. A shadowy entity hunts him across these broken timelines, a predator sensing its prey. Azeron finds allies in the enigmatic Weaver, who weaves the threads of fate, and the Seeker, who deciphers the lost language of the Ancients, the creators of the cycle. They reveal a horrifying truth: the resets are not a prison, but a desperate shield against an ancient darkness, a cosmic horror that slumbers beyond the veil of reality. As Azeron delves deeper, he uncovers a forgotten war, a cataclysm that shattered the world before the resets. He learns that his memory is not a curse, but a weapon, a key to unlocking the secrets of the past and the means to break free. But freedom comes at a devastating price. To escape the cycle, Azeron must confront not only the entity hunting him, but also the very forces that bind reality together. In Reset #000, the first cycle, Azeron faces the ultimate choice: break free and erase everything, including himself, or remain trapped, shielding the world from an unspeakable evil. With time collapsing and realities merging, Azeron must make a sacrifice that will echo through eternity. But even as he breaks the final seal, a chilling whisper lingers: "And so... the last reset begins."

A young man, the leader of a mercenary group, ventures alone into a vibrant metropolis. Tempted by a host of enchanting women, will he surrender to desire or remain steadfast? How would you navigate life with an exceptionally beautiful, single celebrity childhood sweetheart? What kind of sparks will fly between her and her circle of friends? As the former king of mercenaries returns to the battlefield, a shadowy conspiracy starts to take shape...

The year is 2066. In the last 4 years, earth has taken a huge leap forward, age expectancy has become over 120 for the majority thanks to a miraculous breakthrough in science. A self-sufficient clean energy source was invented, most diseases have become very rare. And technology has never been so advanced. Flying cars are a common sight in the metropolis, the overpopulation concerns were addressed by building higher into the sky, as far as the clouds and even higher. Most would not have guessed this earth would look like this in 4 years. And all thanks to one young man. Adrien is a sixteen-year-old prodigy inventor responsible for the breathtaking changes to earth in the last four years. However, for all his achievements’ worth, he cannot seem to reach his goal, bringing the dead back to life. It seems like that is a challenge too steep even for him, but giving up is the last thing on his mind. Will he attain his seemingly impossible goal, or will he fall into a pit of despair as he fails time and time again. Follow his journey through earth’s evolution from a low tier world as it ascends to higher realms.

Philip never expected his new life to be so… complicated. When a tragic accident in the modern metropolis of Bortinto abruptly ends his struggle for survival, he wakes up as the scandal-ridden heir of a ducal house in a world where magic and science coexist. Any fantasies of an easy, heroic life vanish the moment he realizes that the estate that he is tasked with managing is drowning in debt, and his reputation has been shredded by rumors involving his predecessor’s broken engagement to the socialite Lady Rosetta—the granddaughter of a prince. Even as he scrambles to rebuild his estate’s fortunes—grappling with contaminated land, mounting debts, and shrewed industrialists—he unearths troubling secrets about the original Philip’s heartbreak and suicide. A dark, hidden force seems intent on wiping him out for an unknown reason. As conspiracies emerge linking Lady Rosetta’s departure to these shadowy machinations, Philip struggles to separate ally from adversary, not knowing why this power in high places is so bent on destroying him. Meanwhile, the realm teeters on the brink of monumental change. Technological and social revolutions collide with century-old magical traditions, and war drums thunder on the distant borders. Armed with his modern knowledge of finance—now fused with the kingdom’s burgeoning industrial innovations—Philip attempts to ride the trends and transform his estate into a beacon of prosperity and secure his heirship to the ducal title. Yet each small triumph only attracts more enemies. Tasked by the System with cultivating a supernatural entity while uncovering the real reason behind Lady Rosetta’s canceled engagement and the original Philip’s tragic end, he must also shield those he grows to care about from the looming threats. Will he harness the synergy of magic, technology, and commerce to steer his estate toward greatness, or will malevolent forces quash his second chance at life? Will his second chance at life end the same tragic way as his first?

The Great City of the Netherwards, the sprawling metropolis of scientific marvels and arcane wonders, was torn from its realm and hurled into the unknown. The very fabric of reality had folded, merging our technologically advanced empire with lands of strange nations, unfamiliar kingdoms, and primal magic. One moment, we were a beacon of enlightenment and power in our own world; the next, we were surrounded by chaos, uncertainty, and the raw opportunity of conquest.

Neo-Kyo City, 2035—a metropolis torn between technology and class divide.** Lin Shen, a programmer, accidentally bonds with an alien relic, the "Entropy Core," gaining the power to reverse localized entropy at the cost of his deteriorating DNA. To save his sister, who suffers from ALS, he reluctantly allies with Bai Ye, a hybrid experiment, to combat the Entropy Shadows—alien parasites controlling human elites. **Core Conflicts**: - **Clash of Technology and Supernatural**: Quantum shields, dark matter erosion, photon weaponry. - **Survival vs. Morality**: The price of power (genetic collapse, consciousness corruption). - **Class and Betrayal**: Hypocrisy among elites, factional divides among rebels. **Highlights**: Hard sci-fi mechanics × social allegory × multi-dimensional character motivations.

A destitute village girl journeys to a glittering, unforgiving metropolis, driven by a thirst for wisdom and a longing to carve her own fate. Yet the city’s chaos swallows her whole—until she collides with Psycho Girl, a magnetic but volatile woman whose obsession with her burns like a fever. Though danger follows her every move, her reckless intensity breathes unexpected life into the village girl’s weary existence. Amid betrayal, street-smart survival, and sleepless nights, the girl finds herself drawn to her fractured soul, questioning: *Can love bloom in the soil of madness? Or will their fragile bond crumble under the weight of secrets and desire?* **Disclaimer:** This is a work of fiction. Certain locales may mirror real-world inspirations, but all characters, events, and storylines are imagined. Resemblances to real individuals—past or present—are unintended and coincidental. --- **Author’s Note:** Hold your breath for a tale where obsession and salvation dance in the dark. Sometimes, the most dangerous flames are the hardest to resist… With gratitude, Yogy ✨

Growing up on the streets, Rhys' only instinct was survival—by any means necessary. But when the man who took him in disappears, his search leads him to Haloway, a metropolis plagued by a mysterious madness that turns humans into monsters known as Marauders. After a brutal attack, Rhys is dragged into The Abyss, a brutal hell where he must navigate its deadly trials, where only those who escape are marked as Revenants—beings forged in darkness and power. "The Abyss deprives you of everything, even death, no matter how much you yearn for it."

At Gorlea College, Riniock's dark ambitions take root. Sent off to master the arcane and the mysterious pursuit of odh, Riniock’s farewell is met with disquieted relief from his distant and afeared parents. Behind his polite demeanour lies a chilling secret. With newfound access to the occult arts, Riniock plots to refine his sinister passion — murder — turning his education into the foundation for a twisted legacy that would change the era in unimaginable ways.

In Neo-Pandora, 2247 time is a fragile commodity. The invention of the Temporal Engine granted humanity glimpses into the past and future—but at a catastrophic cost. Reality itself has begun to unravel, splintering into fractured timelines that bleed into the present. Amidst the neon-lit chaos of this dystopian metropolis, Detective Elias Voss, a disgraced chrono-physicist turned private investigator, survives by solving cases tied to temporal anomalies. Haunted by a failed experiment that scarred him with the ability to see time’s fractures, Elias walks the razor’s edge between the past’s ghosts and the future’s shadows.  When Dr. Lila Kane, a desperate Temporal Institute scientist, begs for his help, Elias is thrust into a conspiracy that threatens to erase Neo-Pandora from existence. A rogue experiment has unleashed a time rift fueled by the Fractured Hourglass, a mythical artifact rumored to hold dominion over time itself. As Elias and Lila race to stop the rift, they uncover a chilling truth: the Hourglass is merely a fragment of the Chrono Core, an ancient power capable of rewriting history—or erasing it entirely.  But the Core’s secrets are guarded by shadowy forces. From the neon-drenched underworld to the Institute’s ivory towers, Elias confronts rogue time travelers, paradox-born monsters, and his own fractured memories. Every step closer to the Chrono Core warps reality further, forcing Elias to question what—or who—is truly real. As the rift consumes the city, he must decide whether to repair time… or shatter it to save humanity Will Elias Voss outrun the ghosts of his past, or will time itself become his greatest enemy?  The Chrono Detective is a high-stakes journey through a collapsing world where every second counts—and every choice could doom reality itself. 

Blue Valentine is a skilled phantom hunter with a unique ability—after killing a phantom, she sees their final moments through their eyes. Alongside her friends in the occult club, she protects the people of Angelcreek from dark forces. But when a mysterious demon girl appears, they uncover a deeper, more sinister evil threatening the town. As Blue works to stop this growing darkness, she also struggles to juggle her high school life and her developing feelings for a man who might just be involved in the criminal syndicate behind the chaos. With danger closing in, Blue must confront both the shadows and her heart. WARNING: racism, alcohol abuse, ai enhancer has been used but i draft the whole chapter and use Ai to check for mistakes and spelling errors.

Kevin doesn’t know who he was before, who he is now, or who he might become in the future—if he even has one. Once an ordinary denizen of the Empire of Ash, wasting his final years in a futile war against the Unseen, he discovers he is the heir to a bizarre and mystical power. His journey of awakening—to the hidden truths of the world, to magic, to the occult—begins with a forced march to Fort Hollin. But there’s a catch: Kevin is just a prisoner now. Nothing more.

Welcome to Hell's Gate City, a sprawling metropolis inspired by Venice and the industrial heart of the Pride Ring. Situated in the Sea of Pride-a marshy region dominated by rivers, swamps, lakes, and towering factories-Hell's Gate is a city where pollution fills the air and danger lurks in every shadow. In this story, you'll follow Kain Longheart the rhythm demon, blind and former Pentagram City musician, who has left his old life behind to open Veildark Records a record label. Join Kain, his crow companion Greasy, Lenian Bloodbite, Rash, and other original characters on a near-lethal underground hunt for the Recorder-a device containing the only known recording of the infernal melody. Brace yourself for a journey where blood and jazz collide, all within the hellish landscape tied to the Hazbin Hotel universe. Ready to breathe in the smoke of the factories and dive into the dark canals of Hell's Gate City? Then let the hunt begin.

Very sensitive topics are dealt in this book and it happens early on to provide context which I don't know how readers would view it. But this is what would make sense of the weird characters and sometimes foolish decisions that I myself can not understand. [WSA 2025 Entry] In the bustling city of Metropolis in the World of Tamers, on the 18th birthday of its citizens, one goes through a binding ritual -a rite of passage- if successful you get a Pet, Companion, Entity, anything you want to call it and if you are not successful you lose your life, simple. There is nothing to worry about, with a success rate of 9%, not many go through it but if binding is successful, you get access to the privileges of high society, a life of comfort and luxury. Where do these Pets originate? What purpose do they serve? And why is such a binding necessary? What matters is the future that one can have so why bother about the past and its mysteries? After all, why dwell on the unknown when the path to prosperity lies clear? There will be companions lost, whether by your hands, your friend, or your enemy, all of which is part of the journey. What matters is how much you are willing to sacrifice for the dream only you share. This is a story of different people on their journey to the lives they dream of. They will encounter adversaries and be faced with some decisions and doubt if this dream they pursue is quite achievable but it is all part of the story, their story or a story they will all share

In the lovely metropolis of Luna Heights, investigative journalist Mira Caldwell is known for exposing corruption. When different types of disappearances leads her to billionaire Dane Voss, a ruthless real estate mogul with deep political connections, she is determined to discover his secrets. But the deeper she goes into the secret, the more she realizes that Luna Heights is ruled by more than just the powerful class, it’s a city controlled by supernatural forces hiding in the shadows. Dane isn’t just a businessman, he’s a werewolf Alpha struggling to maintain control over his disorganized pack. With rogue groups growing in power and an enemy he didn’t know organizing different troubles, he’s desperate to keep the werewolf world a secret. Mira’s investigation threatens to expose everything, putting her in the middle of a war she doesn’t understand. When Mira’s investigation made her stumble upon The Hollow District, an abandoned part of the city feared for its curses, she witnessed a violent clash between Dane’s pack and rogue werewolves. She barely escaped, but something woke inside her, a force she never knew she had. Strange visions, increased senses, and a serious instinct force her to face the harsh truth: she isn’t just human. As Mira discovers the story of her hidden lineage, she learns of an ancient prophecy that says, "The lost heir will decide the fate of the packs." With tensions increasing, she must choose whether to align with Dane to ensure order, join the rogues to overthrow the system or expose the entire supernatural world to humanity. But time is running out. Lucian Holt, Dane’s most trusted Beta, is the true mastermind behind the disappearances, deceiving both sides to ensure an all-out war that will force werewolves into the public eye. Elara Valen, a rogue leader who became angered by vengeance, believes Mira is the key to overtaking Dane’s rule. Betrayals were laid out and battle lines were drawn, Mira must accept the power within her before the city is taken over by war. But power comes with a cost, and in a world where monsters are seen as human.

Title: Rebirth of the Arcane Blade Synopsis: In the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, Haruki Tanaka, an aspiring writer, meets a tragic end when he is struck by a car. However, instead of fading into oblivion, he awakens in a vibrant fantasy world as Kael Ardent, the youngest son of a noble family renowned for their mastery of magic and swordsmanship. Unfortunately, Kael is far from the prodigy his family hoped for; he is overweight, clumsy, and often overlooked by his more talented siblings. Determined to change his fate, Kael embarks on a journey of self-improvement, training rigorously in both combat and magic under the guidance of his parents. As he discovers a latent talent for magic that surpasses his family's expectations, Kael begins to transform from an overlooked noble into a formidable warrior. To further his skills, Kael enrolls in the prestigious Arcane Academy, where he faces new challenges, rivalries, and friendships. Alongside his loyal companions—Lira, a fierce swordswoman; Elion, a brilliant mage; and Finn, a mischievous rogue—Kael uncovers an ancient prophecy about the Arcane Blade, a legendary weapon that holds the key to saving their world from a looming darkness. As they gather the pieces of the Arcane Blade, Kael and his friends confront powerful foes and unravel a conspiracy led by the malevolent sorcerer Malakar, who seeks to plunge the realm into chaos. With the fate of their world hanging in the balance, Kael must confront his insecurities and embrace his destiny as a hero. "Rebirth of the Arcane Blade" is a tale of transformation, friendship, and the struggle against darkness, as Kael Ardent rises from obscurity to become a legendary figure, wielding the power of magic and the strength of his sword to protect the realm he now calls home.

The story follows Chen Yang, the legendary "King of Mercenaries", who returns to the metropolis after his comrade's sacrifice, shouldering the mission to protect the fallen brother's sister Su Qing. Set against the backdrop of modern urban landscapes, this saga weaves together traditional martial arts, high-stakes corporate warfare, and transnational conspiracies.

In a world where reality is shaped by unseen forces and eldritch whispers, Silas Veyne, an outcast with nothing to his name, is thrust into a clandestine struggle between ancient entities and secret societies. The world operates on a system of Occult Ascension, where those who grasp forbidden knowledge can transcend their mortal limits—but at the cost of their sanity, identity, or worse. After a desperate encounter leaves Silas bound to an enigmatic force known only as The Nameless Witness, he is forced to navigate a treacherous path filled with shadowy rituals, hidden organizations, and nightmarish horrors lurking beneath the veil of normalcy. With each advancement, he uncovers the buried truths of the world, growing stronger yet more entangled in an eternal cycle of fate, where every choice might be his last. When the world is shaped by whispers, do you listen—or do you become one of them?

Synopsis of "Veil of Secrets" In a sprawling metropolis shrouded in ambition and deception, investigative journalist Alex Hayes is on a relentless quest for truth. When a series of mysterious disappearances begins to plague the city, Alex sees an opportunity to expose the dark underbelly of the elite—people who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets. Haunted by a personal tragedy linked to one of the missing, Alex is driven not just by a professional duty but by a deep-seated desire for justice. Teaming up with Maya Chen a passionate activist advocating for the victims and Sarah Hayes who is a skilled hacker with a talent for navigating the shadows of the digital world, Alex plunges into the depths of a hidden society where privilege meets peril. Their investigation reveals a web of corruption that extends to the city’s most powerful figures, including Marco Rossi, the charismatic leader of the elite society, whose charm masks a ruthless ambition. As Alex unravels the tangled threads connecting the disappearances, they encounter Ethan Blake, a mysterious informant with a foot in both worlds—the elite and the marginalized. With his insider knowledge and complicated past, Ethan offers crucial information but harbors secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate a treacherous landscape where trust is a luxury and every revelation could be a deadly game-changer. As the stakes rise and danger lurks at every turn, Alex’s relentless pursuit of the truth puts them at odds with the very forces they seek to expose. Each chapter unfolds a new layer of betrayal, ambition, and moral ambiguity, leading to a final confrontation that will challenge everything Alex believes about justice, loyalty, and the price of uncovering the truth. "Veil of Secrets" is a gripping tale of resilience and revelation, exploring the lengths people will go to protect their secrets—and the devastating consequences of uncovering them.

In the heart of a bustling metropolis, where skyscrapers touch the clouds and neon lights never dim, lies a world of ambition, betrayal, and redemption. City of Broken Dreams follows the life of Amara Carter, a young woman navigating the chaotic streets of New York City. Amara is a struggling artist by day and a bartender by night, trying to make ends meet while chasing her dream of becoming a renowned painter. But the city has a way of breaking even the strongest souls. When Amara crosses paths with Ethan Cross, a wealthy real estate mogul with a dark past, her life takes an unexpected turn. Drawn into a whirlwind of luxury, power, and danger, Amara must decide how far she’s willing to go to achieve her dreams. Along the way, she discovers the true meaning of love, loyalty, and self-worth in a city that never sleeps.

Legacy of the Forgotten Soul Nathaniel "Nate" Cross was a man of wealth, wit, and unfathomable boredom. His opulent existence in the sprawling metropolis of Luminar City offered everything—everything except challenge. In search of distraction, he'd thrown himself into the virtual world of *Eclipse Ascension*, an action-packed fantasy game that allowed players to embody different protagonists, each with their unique backstory and gameplay. But among them all, one character stood out like a sore thumb: Kael Draylen, the most despised figure in the *Eclipse* fandom. Kael was a simp—an embarrassing mix of pitiful romantic obsession and uninspired mediocrity. Yet, driven by some perverse desire to complete the impossible, Nate had painstakingly grinded his way through the game as Kael. He endured Kael's glaring flaws, his misplaced devotion to his apathetic fiancée, and his tragically stunted mana. And, against all odds, Nate succeeded. The screen glowed triumphantly as *"Game Cleared!"* appeared. But before he could revel in his achievement, his world spun violently. Light and shadow swirled into a vortex, pulling him into the depths of the unknown. And to his horror, he awoke as Kael

A young man, the leader of a mercenary group, ventures alone into a vibrant metropolis. Tempted by a host of enchanting women, will he surrender to desire or remain steadfast? How would you navigate life with an exceptionally beautiful, single celebrity aunt? What kind of sparks will fly between her and her circle of friends? As the former king of mercenaries returns to the battlefield, a shadowy conspiracy starts to take shape... \\\\ Thank you for reading. Due to some details, the subsequent plot will be updated in my other book.

Thais Moreau, a ruthless enforcer known as "The Demon," is betrayed and killed in a brutal ambush. Instead of hell, she awakens in the body of Leone Savoie-Rochefort, a rookie deputy sheriff in a fantastical, New Orleans-inspired metropolis. Bound by the Legendary Crime Fighting System, Thais is forced to atone for her sins by solving crimes and protecting the innocent. As she navigates her new role, Thais uncovers a world where magic lurks in the shadows, intertwining with the crimes she investigates. Reluctantly partnered with Leone’s colleagues, she must confront her dark past while unraveling a conspiracy that threatens the city. But old habits die hard, and Thais’ morally ambiguous methods clash with her newfound responsibilities. Will she embrace redemption, or will the darkness consume her once more?

Ding! — SSS-Rank Talent Awakened! ❰ World Digitalization (SSS) ❱ ➤ Scan & Convert: Instantly scans an area, dungeon, or portal up to 100,000 square meters, transforming it into a fully interactive virtual world stored within the host’s mind. (Usable once per day) ◆ Skills Unlocked: ➤ Virtual World Access: Host can enter the digital world at will — train, battle, and explore. ➤ Time Slow: Time flows 10 times slower. ➤ Death Override: Upon death in the virtual world, host can respawn endlessly. All injuries, pain, and deaths suffered inside leave no effect on the host’s real body. ➤ Resource Synchronization: Loot, rewards, and knowledge gained within the digital world can be brought back into the real world. —————————————— The galaxy descended into chaos following the descent of void portals and its invading creatures. Starved and hungry for human blood, they wiped out almost 90% of humans. During the war Alerian, the leader of the Nine Great Primarchs , fought hard for humanity, finally wiping out the last Darkgod that had infiltrated Earth. However, it almost cost him his life. At his weakest; instead of the praise, he was met with betrayal by the other Three living Primarchs including his most beloved. As a last ruse, Alerian activated his final contingency plan, a full neural upload protocol that transferred his consciousness into a specialized quantum chip, even as his physical body was destroyed by those he had trusted most. After five centuries, civilization was then rebuilt. Various Megacities and metropolis exist and human civilization was even more glorious and prosperous than it ever was. Alerian awakened five centuries later. Instead of vengeance, Alerian only wanted to live his life in peace. However, life often has its own plan. ——————————————

In the world to come, making oneself at home in a virtual realm has woven itself into the fabric of the daily grind. Online games flourishing within this digital hinterland have caught on like wildfire. It's a rare soul who hasn't caught a whisper about the mighty and their terrestrial habits and hedonism. Yet now, as life in the virtual sphere - especially within these burgeoning games - gains momentum, new titans rise within this electronic escapade. One wonders, do their existences diverge from those ensconced in real-world influence? Watch the journey of our protagonist who, through a gauntlet of trials and time, has eased into a leisurely existence as one of the esteemed five lord atop a thriving metropolis, in a community of a billion players. Though obstacles and thorns of various kinds laid in his path, he overcame them all. *** The original is in Thai, and as the writer of the original, I attempted to translate it as closely as possible. I use AI to help with the initial translation and then revise it one more time, but I only managed to achieve about 80% of what I expected. Not to mention grammar, just trying to translate jokes, idioms, proverbs, etc. so that foreigners can understand is very difficult.