Berkeley Prize Essay Competition

Seeing the tree of raging waves, the tower is about to collapse Revival of spiritual energy, competition in all realms Who can excel in martial arts and immortal cultivation? Everything starts with a small simulator. Wizarding world, Immortal world, Demon hunting world, Gods world

After enduring the wreckage of a toxic and broken relationship, Hisashi Tsuchiya finds her confidence ignited in the adrenaline-fueled world of street racing. In a sport dominated by fierce egos and relentless competition, Hisashi must carve out her place and prove herself on the unforgiving asphalt. A chance encounter with the enigmatic leader of the DFurious Team offers her an unexpected opportunity to rewrite her story. Follow her electrifying path as she takes on challenges, overcomes obstacles, and drives toward a future fueled by determination, strength, and the pursuit of victory.

The "Real Game" is this game, the world itself. There, shut-ins strive day in and day out without knowing why they are the target of attacks. The real reason might actually be the fact that there is an open competition in this world. A battle royal of some sort and shut-ins are the strongest players that can beat them. That is why this is a "Real Game Shut-in".

Academy novels. If you take notice, most of them are about nameless characters, professors, and villains. And another aspect is that there is only one academy or that same academy is declared the strongest. However, Aestrea, a successful award-winning actor, actually gets transmigrated into one of those novels. Instead, he finds himself transmigrated into the body of the most powerful student at the Weakest Academy. Just at the time of the academy's competition...

In a world torn between the remnants of Earth and powerful otherworldly realms, humanity clings to survival through the art of taming—bonding with and evolving creatures of immense potential. Akira, a lone wanderer mysteriously transported to this world, discovers he possesses a unique gift: the ability to uncover hidden evolutionary paths for creatures, a talent sought by both allies and enemies. Guided by enigmatic forces and driven by a desire to grow stronger, Akira navigates the labyrinthine Safe Haven, a sanctuary for tamers striving to protect humanity's fragile foothold. As he forms tenuous alliances and delves deeper into the secrets of his new reality, Akira faces challenges that test his resolve, intellect, and morality. Will his rare gift unite humanity against the looming threats, or will it make him a target in a world where survival is the ultimate prize?

**Synopsis:** Miya, an aspiring football star, receives an invitation to an exclusive island tournament, hoping it will boost his career. Upon arrival, he discovers it's not a typical competition but a deadly version of football where losing means death. The island's games are filled with lethal traps and ruthless challenges, pushing players to their physical and mental limits. As Miya and other participants fight to survive, they must navigate alliances, betrayals, and the island's sinister secrets. With life and international glory on the line, Miya faces the ultimate test of courage and skill I this death island. Fifty powerstone for give extra chapters

A grand kingdom residing at the centre of the world finds itself to house a troublesome crown prince who refused to take the throne for himself for whatever selfish reasons. As such, the wise men seek out candidates throughout the kingdom, A deadly competition between the different factions has thus been set in motion beyond the public knowledge. This marks the greatest revolution through the entirety of the Cresvus Kingdom.

Defeated in war, Princess Swan, who has been relentlessly bullied her whole life and crippled by her stepmother and sister, is sent to be the bride of the King of the Beasts—Gale Stormfront—as a prize for his victory. Swan thought that the savage beast would eat her. She will be chewed until there is nothing but bones left in her. But what if Gale wants her to be a remedy for his constant rut instead? This is a tale of a crippled and timid princess and a beast king who is fated to turn into a mindless animal, desperately searching for his fated mate to cure his curse . - Author Note: This novel is a Werewolf novel, as the ML is an Alpha before he becomes the King of Beasts. It contains a lot of R-18 scenes for mature audiences only. Weak-to-strong female lead x doting-but-dark male lead. - Instagram: @foreverpupa

After a sudden and inexplicable transmigration, Maximus finds himself in a fantasy world where extraordinary power exists. But he is not without his advantages; he possesses a system that grants him the ability to become stronger as he takes on wives and birthed children. Determined to conquer this new world, Maximus uses his cheat to gather wives and birth children, building up his power and influence. As he gains more allies and resources, he sets his sights on the ultimate prize: ruling the world and surpassing even gods. However, the road to conquest is not an easy one. He must contend with powerful factions, rival conquerors, and unexpected challenges as he builds his ideal empire. But with his cunning mind, he is determined to succeed and become the greatest conqueror the world has ever seen.

> Two billionaire stepbrothers—one ruthless, the other charming—compete for the hand of the CEO’s perfect daughter. She’s poised, beautiful, and the ultimate prize in the battle for love and power. But behind her flawless facade lies a dark secret: she’s not the CEO’s real daughter. Twenty years ago, a desperate maid swapped her child with the CEO’s newborn daughter to give her child a better future. Now, the maid’s real daughter serves as a lowly housemaid in the home of the very girl living her life. Fueled by years of bitterness and betrayal, the maid’s real daughter vows to reclaim what’s hers.

After 25 years of neverending work for clients with robotic prosthetics, a cloned laborer named Savan Forg thinks they could acquire some upgrades. The current norms won't allow someone like them to purchase them, and other markets don't want the hassle of selling to their kind. The only option that could work for them is to, voluntarily, take part in a competition held by the eight remaining mega-companies on the planet. Held once per year, Savan resigns from their current post and enters as a patient-competitor in the R.O.C (Robotics Operations Challenges) for the needy.

After losing her husband, Queen Ana Sofia seeks a new king through a grand tournament. Amidst the competition, she finds unexpected love with a mysterious contestant. But as their romance blossoms, political intrigue and betrayal threaten to tear them apart. Will Ana Sofia choose love over duty, or will the demands of the kingdom force them apart?

Kenneth is the unfavored third prince of the Kingdom of Lucano, one of the largest kingdoms on the Avalanche Continent. A fierce competition is underway in his kingdom after the king issued an edict that he will appoint whichever prince can defeat the monsters that rule the Audoran Forest as the next king. As the son of a servant, conquering the forest is the only way he can save his loved ones from the harsh life in the palace. However, what happens if the monster he must kill is far different from what he expected? In the end, Kenneth must make a decision. Protect the 'monster' or betray and abandon the family he loves.

In a world divided by four great nations, each ruled by the dominion of a natural element, war is constant, and balance hangs by a thread. In this chaotic landscape, Ryuu, a young outcast from a coastal village, struggles to control his unstable connection with the wind, a power that has brought him more suffering than glory. His life changes forever when he receives an invitation to a mysterious tournament where the most powerful warriors compete for the greatest of prizes: the Lance of Aether, an ancient artifact capable of granting absolute dominion over the elements. Eager to find a purpose and prove his worth, Ryuu joins the tournament, only to discover that it is no ordinary competition. The battles not only test the strength and skills of the participants but also their convictions and darkest secrets. Amid unexpected allies and mortal enemies, Ryuu must confront the organization behind the tournament, led by the fearsome Red Wind, a man determined to unleash chaos and remake the world in his image. As Ryuu advances through the stages of the tournament, he is forced to make decisions that will mark him forever. Will he be able to control the power that defines him? Or will he succumb to the weight of a legacy he never asked for?

Within the Roku Tribe Union is a competition between the six tribes to select the heir for the High Priestess position simply known as the High Priestess Selection. Amaterasu, an ordinary girl born in the Eclipse Tribe suddenly became the candidate for her tribe for the High Priestess position after her twin sister, Tsukuyomi caught herself in a terrible accident that put her in a coma three days before leaving! Amaterasu now finds herself having to compete against the other five candidates that are leagues ahead of her! Amaterasu now must try to catch up with her competition, or catch up just enough to survive and not embarrass herself.

A man with a lifelong martial arts background, raised in Asia due to his family's profession, moves to the US for education and work. He discovers Historical Medieval Battles through a colleague and becomes deeply passionate about it. He trains hard and becomes skilled enough to represent his country. During a competition, his armor fails, and he's struck in the head with a two-handed axe, seemingly dying. But is this truly the end?"

[Grand Void] - where every pocket of unbound space leads. Cities form around its entrances and delvers journey through its depths chasing fame and fortune. Follow Neto as he embarks on a journey to become one of these delvers in order to change his fate! This story was originally written for a competition, but is going through a complete rewrite due to lack of quality. RIP 32 chapters.

Leon, who suddenly died from the wear and tear of his corporate drone life, got a second chance in America. This time he wanted to live a different life and incidentally find out just how far human limits could go. ---------- Featuring: Riding, Running, Arm-wrestling competitions, Titan Games, Slapping Contests, Strongman Competitions, UFC Mixed Martial Arts

Summoned into a deadly arena of monsters and dungeon lords, Cid starts out as just another nameless outsider. Yet, unlike the common warriors around him, he commands an undead soldier pried from the remains of his slain enemies. Slowly, he gathers more creatures to his banner—skeletal knights, spectral mages, and horrors without pity. As he fights for artifact fragments capable of turning weak minions into top-tier forces, Cid inches closer to the peak of power. Can he outlast the competition and seize control of a realm where only the vicious thrive?

Story of a 17 year old, French/Japanese boy called Theo Kenpachi who thrives to challenge his brothers Lucas and Marcus for the World Cup. With his determination, he will later on face his brothers in a thrilling Competition called European Super League with their own respective teams. Later on, The World Cup will take place, as his brothers take on the French badge whilst Theo takes the Japanese badge, which of the brothers will win? Lappnant or Kenpachi!?

In a world where power reigns supreme and mastery in various talents determines one's place in society, meet our protagonist—a marksman with impeccable skills yet zero aim. Amidst fierce competition and towering expectations, he struggles to find his worth and purpose. This is a tale of resilience, self-discovery, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in a society where only the strongest prevail. Will he overcome his shortcomings and carve his own path to greatness

Salvie passes away by a hit by the very people she blackmailed exploited and controlled. She finds herself in a Game of the gods in a universe with a system, in a competition that was randomized based on her personality. Watch with the gods as they entertain us for our amusement. Warning the first few chapters are a bit rough since I had just started writing for the first time. Please Enjoy. The image is not my own and will take down if asked. Support me and my works at www.Patreon.com/Madjic

Mia always had a plan—she had to. It was what everyone expected of her. She was destined to become a successful journalist, win a Pulitzer Prize, and live happily ever after on a constant coffee buzz. Everything was going according to script—until Andrew Weston reappeared. The one person she hoped was gone for good keeps coming back, throwing her perfectly ordered life into chaos. Now, Mia must navigate her career ambitions and the unresolved tension with Andrew, all while trying to stay on track. Can she achieve her dreams, or will Andrew's return derail everything she’s worked for?

A rookie warrior known as Seyi and his best friend, a hunchback known as Akin were sent on a perilous journey. This is a journey that they had not prepared for because the path leads them through The enchanted forest and across the forbidden territory, above all they are being pursued buy a bloodthirsty Herbal doctor who will stop at nothing to claim his prize. The task is to protect a child on his journey to reclaim the throne of Ede one of the provincial villages in Yoruba land. The journey is going to lead them through many dangers and unlock many mysteries, the once misfits of their village are destined to become great warriors in future, the journey unfolds.

It's a classroom but it's also competition, it's brutal, it's fun, it's serious - You never can tell in that class. The course, 'sociology' was never taken seriously by anyone, especially the the students that study it themselves. Timothy Take, a student of a non-prestigious Lokenbrim University in Texaz, sees it as his sworn duty to pass with a mindset of being valedictorian: little does he know what will actually awaits him on that course. Find out more of what happens as you read Sociology- University Level.

When a failed quest turned Kaisen's gaming session into a one-way ticket inside the very JRPG world he was playing, his fate took a thrilling and unexpected twist. It's a cold and unforgiving JRPG realm, but there's a silver lining: the girls are drop-dead gorgeous! Yet, this isn't your typical hero's journey. His quest? To cleverly outmaneuver and NTR the people around him, testing his charm and strategy skills. With his eye on the prize and a host of beautiful companions by his side, Kaisen is ready to give it his all and complete the quest. Let the adventure begin! [Main Quest: Save Alice, the Stargazer.] 'Oh, wow! I'm a saviour--' [Quick Time Event: Grab Alice's bubble butt.] 'Never mind.'

Jeong-Ho was deeply engrossed in writing an essay about Earth when a package arrived, which he initially assumed was sent by his brother. He placed it in the living room and returned to his work , after a week passed and summer break started Curiosity piqued, he eventually opened the box to discover a video game inside. Intrigued, he read the game’s description and quickly logged in to explore its features, immersing himself in the rules and mechanics. Before long, he found himself captivated by the gameplay, which revolved around a realistic simulation where players assume the role of a scientist tasked with saving the world from a perilous fungus outbreak. During his adventure, he encountered an abandoned experiment known as 560, a rare specimen believed to be a potential weapon against the fungus king, although previous attempts to utilize it had failed miserably. Determined to assist 560 in its quest for survival, Jeong-Ho formed a bond with the creature, but their journey took a dramatic turn following a catastrophic incident that changed everything. *This novel is inspired by a Chinese novel titled "Raising Little Monster" which i recommend you read it. *

Pressure, insecurities, expectations and competition. Are you willing to let yourself lost in the process of reaching your dreams?

An ordinary man who want to enter the world of writing novels, trying to take part in a novel writing competition, but suddenly his soul got transmigrated into the world of novel writing contest themes.

In the heart of a bustling medieval kingdom of ancient China, Li Xiu Ying, a talented and ambitious chef, is suddenly transported from her own time to a mysterious new era. Equipped with advanced culinary skills and modern knowledge, Li Xiu Ying embarks on a mission to revolutionize the local cuisine and open a restaurant that introduces innovative flavors to the kingdom. As she navigates this unfamiliar world, Li Xiu Ying faces numerous challenges, from adapting to new ingredients and cooking techniques to overcoming the skepticism of traditional chefs and the royal court. Despite these obstacles, her determination and creativity shine through, making her dishes stand out in the crowded culinary landscape. With the unwavering support of Lady Mei Ling, a noblewoman who shares her vision, Li Xiu Ying's revolutionary restaurant soon gains widespread attention. Her culinary prowess and unique approach draw patrons from all corners of the kingdom, culminating in an invitation to participate in a grand cooking competition hosted by Emperor Zhao. This prestigious event becomes the ultimate test of her skills and ingenuity. Through trials and tribulations, Li Xiu Ying showcases her mastery by blending modern techniques with ancient flavors to create unforgettable dishes. Her success in the competition earns her recognition and respect, solidifying her place in the culinary world.