The Strongest Scholar System

VOLK SMAAAAASSH! Reincarnated with a body like a nuclear bomb, let's turn this magical world into a nuclear wasteland! As someone who loved fighting, Volk Mogger was the most miserable of them all. Born with a small frame, tiny limbs, and underdeveloped muscles, he struggled to grasp anything that was taught to him. He was relegated to merely watching others fight—whether on the internet, on television, or in real life. One day, while riding in his wheelchair, he was abducted and taken to a strange place for a radioactive experiment, which ultimately failed. However, Volk soon discovered that he had been reincarnated in a magical world as a member of an Orc horde, which was hunted by higher life forms despite merely wanting to establish a land where they could honor their traditions and build a home alongside their symbiotic partners, the Elven Witch races. Suddenly, a system screen appeared before Volk, announcing that he had acquired the power to transform into an invincible radioactive titan who yearns to be the strongest of them all. However, this transformation had a time limit, and to extend that limit, he had to win! But win what? Ding! | Beat up the Orcs thief who stole your spoil and a chance to have a wife! | Reward: Extend the radioactive time to 2 minutes. | Failure: Minus 1 minute. | Current radioactive time: 2 minutes. |

"I wished them immortality but my thirst for redemption caused them suffering, I gave them eternity yet brought the end of the world" Ethan mumbled as he dragged himself from the ruins of the Golden throne. "You should understand me, human, what I wanted, was eternal happiness...yet I received torments from my own wish" "You call me a human, aren't you the same?" Replied a faint voice. Ethan laughed in response before saying " Human? I am beyond humanity, I am..." _____ The world was no longer what it once used to be. A thousand years after the birth of Nexulytes, people who were able to wield Nexus energy and awakened miraculous talents with unimaginable abilities, the earth had fallen to the brink of near extinction with just less than twenty percent of its population left. The Dreamscape, also known as the reflection of the real world, was a space that was shockingly similar to the real world and copied every small detail of the real world. Their only difference was that the Dreamscape was not a place where humans could move about easily as even the strongest Nexulyte could die without knowing how. Years after the appearance of the dreamscape and multiple gateways spammed all across earth, giving the horrors of the dreamscape access to the real world; they unleashed chaos and a hundred years of bloody battle were the consequences of humanity's late response. In a world where those with talents were worshiped and respected, a boy who hated Nexulytes and wished all of them could die ended up becoming one himself. Not only did he become what he hated, but he awakened a talent that he had never heard of or known about. How was he supposed to survive the fusion with a seemingly useless talent or was he ever going to find out the secret of his talent and the birth of the dreamscape?

[Ding!] [Acquired the Dragon Queen's Legacy] [Acquired the Elf Queen's Legacy] [You have awakened the Strongest System] "It's real...! Isekai is real!" ********* Drax is a laid-back, calm and collected highschool student who accidentally loses his life on Earth and, in turn, has his soul is summoned into the body of a baby in another world, one where mana and magic abound. Blessed with a Dragon Legacy, an Elven Legacy and the love of two mummies, Drax decides to enjoy this second life being free and lively freely, not conforming himself to any world system. "The only way to be the freest person is to also be the strongest person," Queen Freya said to him. And so begins Drax's journey to become the strongest and freest!

“Delete my game account and have a mansion on the outskirts of the city?” Am I being treated as an abandoned dog? How laughable! Former Vice Guild Leader of a Super Guild in the game Divine World, Xu Feng, was ultimately discarded. Despite pouring his heart and soul into the Reaver Guild, Xu Feng found himself no better than a discarded stray. Luckily, fate had other plans for him. Upon falling asleep at night, Xu Feng miraculously found himself to be reincarnated. “You people will soon regret your choices,” Xu Feng fixed the position of his glasses and ensured they would pay the price.

Ray, a powerful Demon Lord, meets his end in a catastrophic battle against Archangel Michael. With nothing left of him in his original world, Ray’s story seemingly ends—only to take a surprising turn. Reincarnated as a young human in an unfamiliar world governed by powerful hunters and ancient dungeons, Ray finds himself empowered by the mysterious “God System,” a tool bestowed by the Creator itself. As Ray explores his new existence, he gradually unlocks godlike abilities, ranging from the power to evolve his race to manipulate chaotic energies. Each encounter, whether with vicious dungeon creatures or challenging societal hierarchies, pushes him to grow stronger. With memories of his past life fueling his quest, Ray dedicates himself to ascending the ranks and surpassing his former power. His journey is filled with brutal training, strategic battles, and unforeseen transformations. Ray’s ultimate goal remains vengeance against Michael, but his path is intertwined with mastering the God System, evolving into a force beyond his demonic origins, and reshaping his destiny in a world of uncharted possibilities.

“The war is finally over?! Then, what am I going to do with my life?” Caedrel, a man who had spent his entire life fighting, had no idea what to do next. Fortunately, he was offered to become a teacher in the greatest academy in the world. However, he wouldn't be a normal teacher but a spy for his country's Emperor! Doesn’t sound too bad, right? Well, it would have been great, that is…until he learned that his class was for the most talented(weird) students in the entire world. ------------- Update Schedule: 2 Chapters a day Discord Server: https://discord.gg/87MtYJ2Sb6 ------------- Bonus Chapter Scheme below: Every 250 Powerstones = 1 Bonus Chapter Every 75 Golden Tickets = 1 Bonus Chapter Castle Gift = 3 Bonus Chapters Spacecraft Gift = 6 Bonus Chapters Golden Gachapon = 9 Bonus Chapters

In order to survive, Perry needs to become a chef and help his system upgrade. He needs to understand the chef rules of this world and help 100 strong people upgrade through food. The chefs in this world need to get a license to cook. Perry needs to face many challenges and he also needs to act like Henry to avoid being discovered by others.

[ Warning: Mature content R-18 ] Is death a new begining? For Max, it was. Max, a twenty-year-old virgin, got attacked by a bear in forest and died an untimely death. Fortunately for him... that wasn't the end to his story. In the next instant, he found himself transmigrated into the body of a noble's youngest son in a world full of Magic, wonders and... beautiful women. As if God was making up for his untimely death, he also got a system -The Lust System. "I can become stronger just by having sex?" Join the journey of Max and watch he have the time of his life and become the strongest mage the world had ever seen before. ______________________________ [Things to be noted] 1. From the title, you should've guessed it already but let me tell you the story will be filled with many sexual adventures. So... you are welcome to enjoy them..... 2. However... don't expect MC to have sexual relations with every woman he meets. I'll be focusing on the story, and would 'Try' not to blindly throw sex scenes left and right. 3. Most importantly, this is my first time writing so the the quality of first 50 or so may be a bit lacking (But it would cause you no problem if a few minor errors don't bother you). 4. It is a slow paced story. If you want everything to be explosive and fast, maybe this isn't for you. Important Note: If you enjoy the story then don't forget to vote your GTs, Power stones and also if you can, send some GIFTS too. This poor soul would appreciate it. Also check out My other work: [ Rise of the Strongest War God ] & [ My perverted devil system ] Happy reading~ ________________

Deceived into marriage, exploited for a lifetime as a nanny without pay, and finally beaten to death by her adoptive mother in front of her adoptive father's sickbed, Shen Mianmian's miserable life came to an end. When she opened her eyes again, she found herself back at fifteen. Shen Mianmian vowed to escape her past fate, punish her malicious cousin and adoptive mother, but accidentally shone too brightly in the process. The third-to-last student in school suddenly rose to the top, becoming the candidate fought over by prestigious universities, causing a sensation among all the teachers and students... While others were busy studying, Shen Mianmian was busy starting small businesses to make money... While others were preparing for the college entrance exams, Shen Mianmian purchased the two most notorious haunted houses in Beijing in one go... becoming an oddity in everyone's eyes, they mocked her that even if she had the fortune to buy them, she might not have the life to live in them. While others graduated and were busy looking for jobs, the haunted properties purchased by Shen Mianmian were requisitioned by the government, earning her a considerable amount of demolition compensation. Those who had mocked her couldn't help but slap themselves twice... inquiring everywhere where there might be haunted houses for sale. Shen Mianmian, originally needing to borrow money for tuition fees, used the demolition funds and leveraged her rebirth advantage to buy a suitable plot of land and built a rental building, transforming into a Beijing's wealthiest and most prosperous landlady... One day, Shen Mianmian, carrying a bag of keys and having just collected the rent, was dragged to the Civil Affairs Bureau. "Shen Mianmian, it's time for you to pay back what you owe me."

His name was Brayden Neal, and he was an ordinary citizen. At eighteen years old, he was bestowed the title of a king! After ten years of fighting in the northern borders outside the kingdom, he finally returned home. He swore to kill three people the moment he arrived at the capital...

In a world plagued by the sudden emergence of mysterious doors harboring dangerous monsters, ordinary people find themselves awakening extraordinary abilities. Among them is Magnus Lynton, still haunted by the tragic loss of his family in his youth, who awakens the useless power of storing items. Delving deeper into the mysteries of his ability, Magnus is thrust into a perilous adventure fraught with danger and heartache, where each decision carries the weight of life or death.

Four years ago, the first-ever Armageddon Class Anima appeared on Earth, destroying everything that it touched and threatening the lives of the entire world's population! But along with it came Superhumans that had the blessing of mana. They rose up to fight against the Armageddon, and leading them was the strongest Superhuman, KING. After two days and three nights of nonstop battle, KING gave his life to stop the Armageddon and give the Superhumans a fighting chance against the invading Anima, and everyone in the world remembers his good deeds and sacrifice! ... Mark was just an average Superhuman living in City A. His daily routine was skipping classes and hanging out with his only two friends while hunting for Anima in secret whenever he could. But this easy life was not going to last for long as the hidden power he sacrificed a long time ago began to awaken once more! [Initializing Superhuman System...] [Recognizing Host... Host Recognized.] [Parsing Constitution. Host Fully Healed. No Traces Of Residual Damage.] "Hello once again, Mark Vanitas. Has it already been four years?" ... Posting Schedule: Two chapters a day everyday, except days when extra chapters are posted along with the regular ones.

Grand Scholar: A title synonymous with greatness, power, status, and authority. Ruchir, a young scholar from the capital city, harbors a burning ambition to attain this esteemed title. Join him on a journey brimming with drama, intense emotions, and thrilling action. Will Ruchir fall prey to the intricate plots against him, or will he rise above them to one day reign supreme over the continent? In this novel, the plot doesn't merely follow the main character; the main character intricately weaves through the plot. Take your time, dear readers, and immerse yourself in a tale where the depths of character development unfold in ways you’ve never experienced before.

Mages, swordsmen, gods, demons, and prophecies. The Heavenly Games is a tournament where myth and man meet, a purgatory where the dead arrive to fight for their one true wish. Amongst the reborn are Dasha Pang and Kazi Hossain; one a professor from the west whose cold-hearted intelligence has surpass the gods; one a traveller from the east who has come to appreciate humanity. A villain and a hero. The boy born unwanted and the guided one. A martial artist and a mage. Gods amongst men. Expect battles of epic proportions, stories ripped straight from mythology, interactions between gods of various pantheons, and duels humanity has debated for centuries. Expect the Strongest Among The Heavens. *** + Dual Protagonists. Overpowered geniuses. One MC that is villainous and manipulative. The second MC that is heroic and kind. + Detailed power system that includes Western Magic & Chinese Cultivation/Martial Arts (Xianxia) + LitRPG, dungeon crawling, fantasy guilds, and more!  + Abrahamic religions, Hinduism, Indigenous (Americas & Australia), Greek, Norse, Egyptian, and Japanese mythology  *** Daily Chapters

"If you intended to die anyway, don't die quietly like a pussy! Go out in a fucking blaze of glory!" That was the statement that changed my world forever. I was a loser in life. I died and got reincarnated into a Revenant. Revenants were people who defended the living from the dead. In exchange for a second life, they had one task and were blessed with one cheat ability. The task? To kick as much zombie ass as possible. Unfortunately, my cheat just made me "Rewind". It didn't give me super strength, speed or the ability to fly. Hell, it didn't even give me a way to fight! Without any way to kill zombies, I nearly died on my first day on the job! Back then I remember crying and puking all over the place like a little bitch. But while I started out like a little bitch, I didn't stay one. Dying full of regrets changed me you see. So much so that I made a promise. I refused to repeat my mistakes when I was human. Reborn as a Revenant, I will never bow down to anyone ever again. Unfortunately, these Revenant bastards were old school. Like they hacked zombies with swords and all that crap old school. As a man born in the USA, I saw no reason why I needed to follow their outdated way of thinking. The modern world had the superpower of gun powder and lead. So instead of swords, I came after every zombie I saw with guns. Like countries in the middle east, I proceeded to blow the motherfuckers to kingdom come. And surprisingly because of "Rewind", I found out I could never run out of ammunition. $200 for each kill. Hefty bonus for each area of hell liberated. What scared normal people shitless suddenly allowed me to earn millions every day. The richer I got the more "Freedom" I could unleash! Mortars, tanks, air strikes to even nukes. Backed by modern science and technology, I slowly but surely drove the undead back. Along the way, I met and saved seven heavenly beauties. And all of them fell in love with me. They were a little obsessive, scratch that, they were all fucking insane. My precious harem was comprised of nothing but Yanderes in every sense of the word. Still, I would willingly burn the entire world for any of them. For when I called, only my battle harem answered. And that was even before I learned of another secret. Exchanging bodily fluids with my girls gave me their cheats. Suddenly, in contrast to every Revenant in the world who only had one, I alone wielded eight. One from each girl plus my own. And so unfolded my 2nd life. Which eventually became my legend. Who am I you ask? I was born as John Smith. But these days not even my girls use that name. Both on Earth and in Hell everyone else just calls me Limitless. And I am the Strongest Revenant. *************************** Author Notes: Harem size: 7 | No NTR | No Yuri | No Grape Novel Focus: Action, Adventure, Urban Fantasy, Reincarnation, Dark, Weak to Strong, Battle Harem, Beautiful Heroines, YANDERE Heroine, Military, Loyal Subordinates, Kingdom Building, War, Politics, Conspiracies, Overpowered, Face Slapping, Tragedy, Character Development, Multiple POVs, Betrayal, Alternate Realities, Demons, Zombies, Superpowers, Tower Climbing, Tower Defense, Wish fulfillment. I have paid for and own the copyrights to both the cover and character images. Official Discord link https://discord.gg/7yxSzd3szy, See you there!

A once-renowned scholar and strategist from Earth, Kazuki, finds himself reincarnated in a world where magic and mythical creatures are commonplace. In his past life, Kazuki was a brilliant but reclusive academic, whose theories and discoveries were posthumously dismissed and forgotten due to political intrigues.

Ethan hunt, a deadly sniper gets mysteriously summoned inside a strange place called gun game. rules are simple kill 100 people to escape Follow the strongest sniper on his journy to headshots

For as long as records about humanity and monsters existed, so did the tower of ascension. Those amongst men who were chosen to enter the tower were given the tag 'Climber' and were worshipped as warrior's who had transcended mere mortals. Rocky, who had aspired to be a Climber for as long as he could remember, found his dreams and nightmares merging on the very day he was endowed with powers as the very day that he got selected as a climber became the day when his sister was abducted, ensnaring him in a web of conspiracies that spiralled far beyond his wildest imaginations. Bound by a system not meant for him, Rocky gained unparalleled power and attention that came with his position as the 'Champion' of gods, however, without the strength to back his position, he became an easy prey for envious vultures. In this tale of ambition, power, and vengeance, Rocky's journey through the Tower of Ascension promises not just answers to his darkest questions, but a confrontation with his own nature. Will he emerge as the saviour he never intended to be, or will he succumb to the darkness within, becoming the very villain he fears? This is a story of how the line between hero and villain blurs when faced with the ultimate stakes, making Rocky's ascent a thrilling saga of survival, betrayal, and desperate choices. Discord - https://discord.com/invite/PPhnY3ZAqH

A divine system voice in people's thoughts caused the ruin of contemporary society. The creatures had appeared all throughout the earth, ushering humans into a new era. The period in which only the strong will survive! The period during which defenseless, weak ones are trampled! Leo had lived in such a world for five years before dying in an demonic horde. As he descended from the clouds, the same angelic voice echoed in his consciousness. [Host Leonard Wright is nearing the end of his life.] [Reborn successful…]

Even if you are a genie who could grant wishes, you can't save yourself! Chase Sanders is a genie, in his present life, and previous one too. He saw his love dying before him. Determined to save her, he gave up his magic, his powers, and his lamp. Now back from rebirth, he faces new choices, new friends, and new life. He is determined to save Amelia at any cost. Even if it meant, changing everything. The only problem is that his rebirth had a cost. And his lamp came back with him. The lamp wants something in return, can he save himself?

Mikhail Kuzmin an Snow elf born in the world of Roska and Hideo Sato a hero summoned from another world. Two individuals who will decide the fate of Roska and will determine the future of its inhabitants.

Telmaris. A nation where strong hunter's guilds set their quarters due to its livelihood and abundance of dungeons. But amongst all of them, a certain guild, with no affiliated nations, is rumoured to be the strongest yet craziest of them all. They are called…Grim Fate. Zephyr Gersche, is one of the hunters currently residing in Telmaris as of recently, though his powers and features are as human as it gets. With the threat of monsters growing each day, participating guilds within Telmaris and other regions have called for a gathering. Zephyr, of course, was out of place and was called out for the reason of his invitation…but something's off with him. Who really is this human before the eyes of the intimidating guilds?

What happens when modernization meets cultivation? It’s more than just a cultivator picking up a gun. Imagine storage rings and beast contracts being transformed into modern devices, letting anyone capture and tame monsters. What if alchemy evolved to mass-produce pills? Now, add vampires and other mythical races into the mix, and the possibilities are endless. In this fun story, we follow two main characters: Alex is a wealthy second-generation kid from the modern world, an "awakener" who spends his days as a big spender in online games and reading novels on his phone. In the novel community, he’s famous for throwing money around, known as a loyal, rich reader. His ordinary life gets turned upside down when he’s thrown into a new world filled with cultivation and magic. MinYue is a brilliant cultivator, a graceful beauty with incredible talent, and the shining hope of her family to reach new heights. Her disciplined, focused life is the complete opposite of Alex’s carefree lifestyle, but destiny has other plans for them. Through a twist of fate, their lives intertwine when a mysterious system binds them together, assigning them the mission to revive the vampire race. Even with their totally different backgrounds, Alex and MinYue must find a way to work together, blending their unique skills and views on the world. Join them on their journey as they become the strongest duo, rising to claim their throne as Vampire Progenitors in a world where modernization and cultivation collide!

Ding! [The Legendary System has awakened.] [What is the purpose of your System?] Holy shit! I can customise? I want it to make me the strongest! No, it must make me the strongest! [Reason? Be specific.] Hm? In order to survive this cultivation world where the strong preys on the weak. If I do not become the peak itself, then no matter how strong I become, I will never be able to break free from the shackles of being a prey to those above me. [Indeed. And the higher the peak, the more one is intertwined with fate and karma.] [Optimising System to suit purpose and world…] [You may pick your pathway…] [Strongest Sword God, Strongest Dual Cultivator, Strongest Demon God, Strongest Beast Tamer…] [You have chosen the pathway: Strongest Sect Master.] [What type of System do you desire?] [Standard System, Levelling System, Gacha System, Summoner System…] [You have chosen: Sect System.] [You have opened “Starter Package” and received the following: 1000000 Large Spirit Stones, 20x Heavenly Cure All Pills, 34x Demonic Liliang Pills, 1x Primordial Azure Dragon Egg, 10x Worldly Teleportation Tailsmans…] “Holy shit! Isn't this start too overpowered?” Immortals, Fairies, Gods, Demons, Beasts, Beauties, Celestials, Emperors and the like—all we be in the Legendary Sect! ========= WPC#274 Cultivation. Other Tags~ Misunderstandings Disclaimers: I'm writing this novel to improve my writing speed since I take damn hours just to write 1 chapter. I am not Chinese so I hope people can excuse my horrible mandarin namings and Chinese inspirations that are most likely incorrect.

[ Complete Title — MY CULTIVATION SYSTEM: FROM FARMBOY TO STRONGEST EMPEROR IN A FANTASY WORLD ] ********* Rey Avalon was just a farmboy, who enjoyed it as well as helping his father with these farm duties. Until a certain rainy day when everything changed. They were attacked and a massacre ensued. In a bid to save his son's life, Rey's father gave a treasured item — a tonic that will change his life. A tonic that awakened his system. Follow Rey Avalon as he begins his journey to change the world. [ Ding! ] [ You have awakened the Cultivation System ] [ You have acquired the skill — Analyse ] [ You have acquired the skill — Toxin Resistance ] ...... Rey is ready to go from a farmboy to the strongest monarch ever known.

Sebastian, a village chief’s son, and the most hated person in his village. Born without magic and thought to be a bad omen. One day, his village was attacked and all the villagers were killed except their children. Revenge-stricken, Sebastian swore he would kill all of the attackers. Armed with a sword, Sebastian takes all of the children to a forest where his life will change forever. He meets a stranger, who takes them in and trains them. With his newfound strength, will Sebastian strive down the path of hero or a villain?

At the dawn of the universe, the most powerful demons and Gods competed in a legendary battle of strength by churning the universal sea. Out from it came many treasures, the most powerful of which was the God Grimoire. After finding its way through various hosts, it fell into the mortal realm. … Tear Shosha’s life was despondent and worthless for as long as he could remember. He was a middle aged gas station worker who was easy to walk over. He didn’t know who his parents were, and his memories of the distant past had been erased.  The only slightly pleasant thing he could remember  was the fact that he loved the display of magic. And so, he risked it all at a magic show by performing a trick out of his grandpa’s magic trick book… and found himself in a new world filled with unique landscapes, unthinkable creatures, and some of the strongest beings in the universe. With the help of his new God Grimoire, which traveled with him through his soul, Tear—>Tyr will unlock his memories of past and the catastrophe which fell upon his family, forge himself from a weak and timid man to a ruthless and cunning, genius ruler, and climb atop all pinnacles, trampling his way to the throne of Heaven.  “An immortal God? I see… so I have another stone to step on!” ———————————————-— Main character: - Not a lone wolf edgelord. - Not a hero of justice. He’s reasonable. - Not OP from the start. - Not a cunning ruthless genius from the start. - Has quick, solid character development in the first arc. - Trust him. World: - Super vast cultures. - Unique power system. - Dangerous, ruthless place. - Several planets + Hell and Heaven realms later on. Characters: - Each one has a distinct backstory. - They aren’t boring as hell. Story: - Well planned and gets deep and hype. - Foreshadowing from chapter 1. - NO HAREM. - Potential Romance in later chaps. There will be a bunch of things I probably didn’t add so if you have any questions, ask them by replying to my review. Have a good read! ———————————————————- Release Rate: 2 Chapters daily. 250 Powerstones = 1 Bonus Chapter. 500 Powerstones = 2 Bonus Chapter. 100 Golden Tickets = 1 Bonus Chapter. Castle = 1 Bonus Chapter, Spaceship = 2 Bonus Chapters, Golden Gachapon = 3 Bonus Chapters. All bonus chapters will be released at the end of the week on weekends. Monthly Mass Release Goal: To be decided soon... DISCORD: https://discord.gg/K59qhmX5

His story is known as the greatest motivational story to all. Dylan Ford was nothing but a homeless orphan. In the streets of the New York, he had survived through countless of fights and dangerous encounters. With his fist and wits, he overcame both adversity and poverty. From a street fighter to a businessman who built two multinational companies in just fifteen years. However, at the peak of his success, his brother and his most trusted aid, Dale Ford, plotted against him. The meticulous plot which involved many of his brother's enemy claimed his life. In his dying breath, he cursed the world and unresignedly close his eyes. However, he found himself waking up in an unfamiliar forest with a brand new body, an unfamiliar sky with three moons, and unfamilliar people looking at him in shock. He soon discovered that he reincarnated in a world with special powers such as Innate Energy and Avatars and powerful beasts called Mystical Beasts! Things he thought only existed in novels. But what shocks him even more is that unlike normal reincarnations in novels, his was completely different. How can a body contain two souls? As he adapts in his new body that has an astonishing secret and a foreign world with seemingly endless wonders, he discovers a mysterious titanic mansion in his mind and is shocked by the profound abilities and secrets he receives from it. Word Count per Chapter: 1500-3000 Disclaimer: The photo is not mine To those who are curious as to where I found it. I found it on this website about an astrology newsletter last October 2013 when I was browsing the net. Here is the link: https://yogimehtab.com/astrology-newsletter-october-2013-mercury-retrograde-mars-leo-sun-libra/ To anyone interested : Follow me in Instagram: legend_of_genesis Follow me in Twitter :Legend_of_genesis Join me in Discord for a chat! https://discord.gg/CSn2enC

The protagonist, Ye Wudao, sees himself as a crusader of sorts—a playboy who takes the conquest of beautiful women as his greatest pleasure. Why should women be treated as sacred, untouchable goddesses? he muses. Why can’t I see them as my playthings, as pawns for my use, as my servants? After all, God has been so generous, granting him the privileges of being the only male heir in two powerful family dynasties. With so much bestowed upon him, what reason does he have to refrain from claiming beautiful women—the finest gifts God has given to men—as his own?