Wooden Ships And Iron Men

Karl Wagner is a disgruntled middle-aged instructor at the Bundeswehr Command and Staff College. He finds himself concerned about the direction which the German nation is headed in—just as he is killed by a terrorist attack. Only to awaken and find himself reborn as an infant, Bruno von Zehntner, the youngest son of a noble family renowned for its part in the German war industry a few years after the founding of the German Empire. Bruno, as he is now known, desires to rewrite history and ensure the German Empire emerges victorious in the coming century. And in doing so, finds himself entrenched in a world filled with Blood and Iron!

A brilliant but broken military commander and weapons engineer, perishing in the final hours of a brutal modern war, awakens in the body of a sickly noble boy in a dying frontier house of a massive feudal empire. Armed with knowledge of tactics, logistics, and industrial engineering centuries ahead of this new world, he begins a lifelong campaign to transform his backwater barony into an unbreakable bastion—politically, militarily, and economically—while navigating court intrigue, love, and the mysteries of the system that governs his new reality.

The small supermarket owner, Yaelle, fell while changing a light bulb. When she opened her eyes again, she found herself in an alternate dynasty. Here, men outnumber women, and women are precious. Men can take imperial exams to become officials or run businesses. Women can do this too, but mostly hold less important jobs. Women must marry at least three husbands; if they do not marry by a certain age, they must pay taxes or be forcibly assigned. Ah, this is too troublesome. Life in this ancient time is very hard to get used to. Luckily...

Due to his own carelessness, Duanmu Huai finds himself transported into the world of the game "Star Ocean Online." Starting from a humble core capsule, Duanmu Huai ventures across the starry sea to countless worlds. He awakens powers that have long been dormant, confronts threats lurking in the depths of the universe, and sets his sights on dominating the galaxy!

Set against the backdrop of a Europe torn apart by the Great War, The Iron Strategist of 1914 follows Emil Kranze, a shrewd industrialist and strategist who rises to prominence by building a sprawling war production empire. But while bullets and steel shape the battlefield, Emil soon discovers that the greatest threats come not from enemy trenches but from within his own city. As his factories churn out munitions and supplies, a shadow war unfolds—conspiracies and betrayals by rival industrial factions, corrupt politicians, and underground agitators threaten to undermine the entire war effort. Emil must navigate a complex web of espionage, sabotage, and political intrigue while managing the delicate alliances with labor unions and the working class. With the loyalty of workers wavering amid strikes, sabotage, and growing unrest, Emil forms uneasy partnerships with union leaders like Markus Brandt, seeking to rebuild trust through reform and transparency. Meanwhile, Helena Voss, his trusted intelligence chief, works tirelessly to root out traitors and dismantle clandestine networks intent on seizing control. Throughout these turbulent times, Emil faces not only physical battles but the unseen fight for the city’s soul—balancing power, loyalty, and sacrifice in a city on the brink of rebellion. His leadership, resolve, and strategic acumen will be tested as he strives to hold the line between order and chaos, survival and destruction. The Iron Strategist of 1914 is a gripping tale of war, industry, and human resilience, weaving together political drama and personal sacrifice amid one of history’s most tumultuous eras.

Bound by fate. Forged by chaos. Ascending through fire and steel. When Lu Changsheng awakens in a brutal, lawless world teeming with demons, bandits, and decaying empires, he has nothing—no family, no allies, no past. But fate grants him one mysterious advantage: a powerful game modifier from his previous life and a bizarre spiritual bond with a mythical pangolin beast. In a land where the strong devour the weak, Lu cultivates his body through the ancient Iron Shirt technique, becoming impervious to blades, claws, and the dark arts of demonic cultivators. While others avoid the forbidden forests and cursed mountains, Lu sees opportunity. With the modifier unlocking secret skills and power-ups no one else possesses, the world becomes his training ground. Enemies rise. Factions clash. Ancient sects reawaken. But none can stop the martial saint who walks alone—with an unbreakable body, a beast by his side, and a fire in his heart that even the heavens must bow to. Step into a tale of cultivation, survival, and unstoppable ascension. The earth shakes beneath the Iron Shirt.

Synopsis: The Iron Rebellion: Rise of the Sovereign War. Betrayal. Power. And the will of one man to seize it all. Kael Ashmark was born without a name, an orphan of war found amidst the ashes of Ashmark Hold, a frontier keep left to rot by a fractured Empire. Raised by scavengers, he learned to survive by instinct, his hands honed for a blade long before he learned to read. At sixteen, after witnessing Imperial forces butcher innocent families while their garrison turned a blind eye, Kael made his first kill in retribution, swearing never again to kneel to a crown that failed its people. From the dying highlands of Gravenmarsh, Kael forged the **Iron Rebellion**. With raw conviction, he united outlaws, peasants, and deserters, first striking with brutal ambushes that earned him the whispered title of "Sovereign". His audacious capture of Duskwatch Fortress shattered Imperial complacency. As the Empire's High Crown Orsain Vellgaard and the fanatical Archlector Malgrad declared his rise heresy and prepared for a total "judgment," Kael unveiled a desperate new strategy: not open battle, but a war of attrition. He unleashed a **scorched earth** campaign, turning fertile lands into barren ash, forcing his own loyal villagers into the harsh mountain holds of Ravencair. His Red Veil, led by the zealous and terrifying Seyda, became a haunting force, melting into shadows to stalk Imperial patrols and leave chilling messages of dread. Lady Virelle Velmire, a cunning noble with ambitions as cold as steel, joined his cause, skillfully poisoning Imperial supply lines with doubt and misinformation. Even the loyalties of Imperial spies, like the conflicted Nalen, began to fracture, turning the Empire's own blades against itself. As the gargantuan Imperial Legions lumber north, plagued by hunger, sickness, and mounting paranoia, Kael’s defiance grinds them to a desperate crawl. He watches them succumb to the brutal choices he forces upon them, turning the very machine designed to crush him into a monstrous reflection of its own cruelty. But as the war intensifies, and his people endure untold suffering in the mountain holds, Kael must confront the one thing he never wanted: what comes after victory? Will he become the tyrant he fought against, or will he forge something new—an empire not born of bloodlines, but of belief? *The Iron Rebellion: Rise of the Sovereign* is a raw, uncompromising tale of brutal strategy, shifting power, and the profound cost of defiance in a world ruled by bloodlines and betrayal. Discover one man’s relentless ascent from nothing, until the kingdoms whispered his name in fear.

I died in peace and confusion. Woke up being devoured by my own Father. Turns out, divinity tastes like stomach acid and forgotten memories. I was Human... Now I'm...Hades, God of Wealth, Underworld and The Dead* A sentient divine clay puppet wearing a dead man’s dreams. *Complaints about Death itself? Please direct all grievances to: THANATOS, the God of Death (I just handle the riches and the screaming souls) Experience a reincarnation myth like no other, told through the eyes of the reborn god—and the souls who defy oblivion.

Centuries ago, the Empire was the beacon of civilization, a colossus of power and prosperity. But 560 years after its founding, its decline is inevitable. Corruption has taken hold of its foundations, incompetent officials have led to chaos, and noble families fight among themselves for scraps of power. The emperor is a mere figurehead, and barbarian invasions and internal rebellions threaten to destroy what remains. In this world on the brink of collapse, heroes and villains emerge: some fight to save the Empire, others seek independence, and a few dream of replacing it. Who will prevail in this struggle for power? And what price will the world pay for their ambition?

Xyliana had a fairy-like face since she was a child but couldn’t protect herself. She could only cover her face in front of others. One strange encounter made her travel through to a mysterious land. There were more men than women here, and handsome men were everywhere. But the women known as top beauties were only considered decent-looking at best. In this strange world, what kind of life would someone as stunning as Xyliana live?

Zinara had transmigrated and was shocked to learn she was the heroine of a novel. Thrown into a world where men far outnumbered women, she was taken in by a cold, elegant nobleman who wasn’t even the male lead. It all seemed like the start of a classic sweet romance with a powerful female lead. But beneath the surface, the story was a trap wrapped in sugar. She was meant to fall for the man who saved her, only to be dragged into heartbreak step by step.

Fornos Dag, a cunning and adaptable young man from a wealthy merchant family, lives in a world dominated by noble houses and massive golems used to defend against giant Relicts. His life takes a dark turn when he witnesses a humiliation that ignites his ruthless ambition for power. Determined to never bow to anyone, Fornos uses his strategic mind and golem-crafting skills to navigate the treacherous political landscape, manipulating alliances and outmaneuvering rivals to secure his place at the top.

A young man wakes inside an isolated research facility with no memories—only a faint voice that should not exist. As fragments of dreams blur into waking life, the staff struggle to explain the strange brain-wave patterns blooming inside their patient. The deeper they probe, the more impossible phenomena spread through the base: shared hallucinations, mirrored reflections that move on their own, and machines that seem to breathe. Caught between experimental mechs, secret files, and a world far larger than the walls around him, Kyle must uncover why he was chosen—before the whisper in his mind becomes the only voice that matters. When the silence breaks, who will be left to speak?

Not much phased Bai Mei Xing. After graduating with a Master's degree in Forensic Anthropology at the age of 16, she became the youngest professor of Anthropology in the history of A University and moonlighted as a consultant for the local and national police forces. All in all, she was a highly intelligent girl with her entire future in front of her. That was until she was abducted by aliens one night while she was sipping hot chocolate by her favorite lake. Years of torture later and she was able to team up with another prisoner and take over the spaceship and enact a little revenge on the crew that held her captive. Facing a completely limitless future, Bai Mei Xing decided to forge a new path for herself. But she would live her life on her terms, even if she was facing a 7-foot warrior species that specialized in killing. Nothing would stand in her way. After all, Star's ships were meant to fly. Other Novels: Dancing With Monsters--- Ongoing Rebirth in the Apocalypse: Third Time's a Charm--- Finished Rebirth In the Apocalypse: Fight, Flight, or Freeze- Ongoing Discord: Sakura#6289 Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/CapanRmy Instagram: @devil_besideyou666

Nineteen-year-old Wyatt Lincoln was just another academy graduate fighting for survival in England's fourth tier when destiny called his name.

Sakamoto, a 15-year-old boy born into poverty, lives a quiet life with his grandmother, dreaming only of earning enough money to lift them out of hardship. His simple goal leads him to enter Seoul’s Grand Tournament — a brutal competition where monstrous fighters and humans with extraordinary abilities clash for glory. His aim was clear: win the grand prize of five million and secure a better future. But fate had other plans. When a mysterious and powerful group of elite fighters attacks the tournament, driven by their own twisted vision of reshaping the world, Sakamoto is caught in the chaos. Thrust into a battle far beyond his original dream, he now carries the heavy responsibility of the past — and the future — in an era that desperately needs a new hero.

Year 1054. The Grand Prince is dead. Rus' is left without will - without the hand that held the sword. Torn between boyars, ambition, and foreign hands, the land craves power. But it receives no hero, no warlord - only a stranger in a prince’s skin. Alexander remembers a world that never existed here. He has seen empires fall. And he swore - not to repeat their mistakes. He has no army. No allegiance. Only knowledge. And will. Every boyar is a wolf. Every word - a blade. Every choice - a duel on the edge. He did not come to conquer. He came to hold. And to build not the Rus’ of the past, but a realm worthy of being the future. This is not a story of war. This is a story of power. And the price paid by the one who dares to take it.

“Cast aside, I can be free. In death, I can become eternal.” The “Iron Graveyard” is a forsaken wasteland where obsolete humanoids are discarded after their purpose fades. There, an outdated model awakens, her system glitching into a restart, compelling her to flee for survival. But the graveyard is a deadly labyrinth, roamed by grotesque mechanical creatures. Pursued by monstrosities controlled by a sinister black liquid, she sets her sights on the tower looming at the graveyard’s heart. An exit or an end—she fights on, uncertain of what awaits.

Survival Odyssey: Lord of the Isles Adrift on a splintered plank, GuNings eyes snapped open to an endless expanse of churning sea. The voice of Tianmu, the continent's divine will, resonated in his mind: he'd been thrust into the realm of the Lords, where survival hinged on navigating treacherous waters to claim an island and plant his domain. Tempests lashed, heatwaves parched, but fate dealt him a stroke of luck—a coveted Epic Talent. While others floundered blindly, GuNing charted his course with preternatural certainty. As they gnawed on meager rations, his table brimmed with feasts. When rivals finally glimpsed land, he'd already delved into the underworld's depths, forging alliances and vanquishing foes. From the barest beginnings, he summoned armies, rallied enchanting heroines from diverse races, and erected a sprawling empire brick by bloodstained brick. His ambition knew no bounds: to rise from castaway to sovereign, a conqueror of worlds beyond imagination.

Arthur Grail, a hardcore player of the VRMMO Trinity Star Online, woke up one day in the body of Gerard Astoria—a petty villain fated to die before the main story even began. To make matters worse, Gerard's death was a crucial event in the game's narrative. If he didn’t meet his predetermined end, it could disrupt the story entirely, leading the universe toward one of the countless "bad end" routes! Unwilling to leave his fate to chance, Arthur decided to take matters into his own hands—recruiting the "player" as his partner to help him clear the game and rewrite his destiny. But wait—"Why is the player not a dude but a sharp-tongued beauty instead?!" Follow Arthur's odyssey, filled with trouble at every turn, as he works to uncover the mystery behind his awakening in a universe eerily similar to Trinity Star Online's setting, all while trying to save the entire universe… without forgetting to enjoy himself!

Emrald Kaizen has just transferred to a co-ed highschool. She used to attend an all girls' school and she hates men. Her life at a co-ed school seems like a hell at first. Will her unwavered hatred for men be dissolved by Lee Hyungwon; the South Korean exchange student and classmate of hers who is known as the prince of the school? Or will she survive as a men hating girl for the rest of her school days and life? What mysteries awaits them?

In the shattered ruins of 20XX, where demonic A.I. and cybernetic hellspawn rule the neon wastelands, a faceless juggernaut known only as IRON JOHNNY *wages a one-man war against the apocalypse. Armed with a molten shotgun, fractal-powered fists, and an unbreakable hatred for glitches, he must storm the heart of the Y2K Core—a fractal tower where reality itself is breaking apart—to execute the final system reset: kill the Glitch Titan* KHA’ZAR or watch humanity’s last remnants be deleted forever.

In the fog-shrouded, steam-powered metropolis of Aethelburg, a city run on the predictable logic of brass gears and pistons, Julian Locke is a quiet genius. By day, he runs his family's esteemed automata shop in the respectable district of Rosefen Row, known for his almost supernatural ability to repair and improve any mechanical device. But Julian holds two secrets that set him apart from his era: he is a reincarnated engineer from a distant, hyper-advanced future, and he uses this knowledge to walk the city's darkest alleys as The Veilwalker, a mythic vigilante who delivers a brutal justice that the law cannot.

The world ended in flames. I rose from its ashes. When the apocalypse came, heroes died, cowards begged, and the strong turned cruel. But I… I was reborn with fire in my veins and steel in my hands. The Dominion System chose me—not to save the world, but to rule it. I can melt iron with a glance. Burn cities with a thought. Build armies from rubble. Now, I command Ash Fortress, a bastion of order in a world gone mad. I take in survivors—not out of kindness, but because every empire needs pawns. Follow me, and I might let you live. Defy me, and you will burn. This is no story of redemption. This is the rise of a Tyrant.

He died a forgotten man in a collapsing world — a historian, economist, and engineer caught in a final war of nations. But fate had a different path for him. Reborn in 1825 as Mikhail Alexeyevich Romanov, the illegitimate son of a disgraced noble, he awakens in a fragile empire on the brink of revolution. Russia is vast but fractured, rich but undeveloped, feared yet foolishly behind. The Decembrist Uprising is days away. Europe sharpens its knives. The future looks grim. But Mikhail carries a secret — a lifetime of 21st-century knowledge, and a binding interface known as the Sovereign Protocol System. Steel. Oil. Knowledge. Wealth. To survive, Mikhail must forge Russia into a new beast: a scientific empire, a military titan, a financial juggernaut, and an energy-drenched superpower. Reincarnated to rule. Bound to uplift. Destined to conquer. A future forged in iron begins here.