Otto Cycle

From the moment a life-giving planet begins its rotation, it becomes a silent witness to the ebb and flow of countless civilizations. Empires rise from the dust only to crumble back into it. Species emerge, thrive, and vanish into the annals of forgotten time. Through relentless storms, volcanic cataclysms, and the shifting of continents, the world continues its tireless cycle, indifferent to the fleeting lives upon its surface. Nothing in its grand design remains eternal. Change is the only constant, as the very essence of existence is shaped by upheaval. In this crucible of adversity, where nature’s wrath tests the resilience of life, only those who evolve—who embrace the necessity of transformation—can stand at the precipice of survival. To endure is to adapt. To adapt is to conquer. And only through this relentless evolution can one grasp at the elusive thread of perfect victory.

The narrative follows the life of Arush, a weak and overweight boy who endures a relentless cycle of bullying and sorrow, struggling to find even a semblance of normalcy in his daily life. His fate takes an unexpected turn when he becomes entangled in a couple's conflict, leading to his reincarnation into a game-like world. In this new reality, he must navigate survival while concealing his identity as a 'Player.' Despite leaving his old life behind, Arush finds that grief and hardship continue to shadow him. Join Arush on his journey as he faces unprecedented challenges, driven by a singular desire: "Will I ever have a normal life?"

Veneri, a human blessed with immortality is transmigrated in the vast world of Spheraphase, where immortals and mortals coexist amidst ancient dynasties and mystical forces. He becomes Vastarael Richinaria, a prince of the Aeterium race, heir to Dynasty Richinaria, and bearer of a destiny laced with glory and unimaginable suffering. His journey unfolds against the backdrop of a world ravaged by Epoch Cycles, where chosen champions are sent to alternate timelines to solve critical crises and rewrite history. Will Vastarael overcome the cycle of suffering and achieve true ascension? Or will he succumb to the crushing weight of his own destiny, leaving Spheraphase to fall into chaos? Not that he cares if it falls anyway...

Everything functions in a cycle, be it an ant, bird, lion, human, or even a celestial body. This cycle initiates with one's birth and governs one's end, yet there exists the potential to surpass it. Among the billions of planets floating in the cosmos, destined to merely occupy a void, some have the capacity to ascend, reaching new dimensions, standing shoulder to shoulder with realms like Heaven and Hell. --- Vlad, a young man, found himself ill-fitted in a world that scarcely offered him any luck, weighed down by a mysterious secret that initially seemed more of a burden than a boon. Yet, the powers he had dismissed as trivial eventually became his most formidable strength when the apocalypse broke, unleashing literal pandemonium as angels and demons walk among the human race. ---- Discord link: https://discord.gg/am5hkAdmhp Weekly updates: 14 chapters 100 Power Stones: 2 extra chapters 200 Power Stones: 4 extra chapters 300 Power Stones: 6 extra chapters.

Living a simple life, Austin felt meaningless until he was reborn in the realm of Devana. His laziness, foolishness, and clumsiness are now being tested as he is forced to adapt to the system’s missions, find the Goddesses, ensure their work, meet their needs, and sustain their life cycles to reach a new heaven as its ruler. However, not all the Goddesses are obedient. Having reigned for eons, they struggle to accept Aldebaran, a new name of Austin, and his instructions. But the system holds a secret weapon to address this challenge. [Because they have never experienced a connection with a male God, this could be their weakness.] [Go now and become the Lord of the Goddesses.] Note: Expect adult content.

In a freak alchemy accident, the omnipotent Extreme Alchemist of his generation was bound to the continuous cycle of worldly existence. His fallen soul was reincarnated into the body of an ordinary young man named Fang Lin. From then on, Fang Lin became the chaotic mess of an alchemy genius. "You’re nothing but scraps before me. I am the almighty Extreme Alchemist! So, you’re a martial arts genius, huh? Come...Come. Come! Have a taste of the elixir made by the great master." The path of becoming an extreme alchemist was rough, bumpy and rugged, but at the end, the Mighty Cauldron awaited beyond the Nine Cauldrons!

Hazel, trapped in a cycle of abuse, finds herself on the brink of despair. Then, Wren, a charismatic billionaire preacher with a devoted following, offers her salvation. However...as Hazel's life begins to transform, she uncovers a hidden darkness beneath Wren's saintly facade, revealing a truth far more sinister than her abusive past.

Hayato’s life was a never-ending cycle of bullying and despair, each day darker than the last. Just as he reaches the breaking point, fate intervenes in a way he could never have imagined. Falling from the school rooftop, Hayato is reborn in a fantastical world as Kibo Satoru, the cherished son of a powerful duke. In this new world of magic and nobility, Kibo discovers a life filled with wonder and opportunity. Yet, the shadows of his past life linger, and the desire for revenge burns within him. As he navigates his new existence, Kibo must reconcile his old grievances with the possibilities of his new life. “Revenge’s Requiem: The Isekai Journey” is a tale of transformation, resilience, and the quest for redemption. Follow Kibo as he learns to harness the magic of his new world, uncovers secrets of his past, and embarks on a journey that will define his destiny.

Kael is trapped in a cycle of death and rebirth, each life pulling him into a darker, stranger world. Haunted by fractured memories and pursued by an unseen force, his only ally is a woman who seems to know his every secret. Unravelling every death is a truth he is scared to face. At the core of it lies the Zero, the force born out of his despair. To be free, Kael must confront his shadows and lose the one person who keeps him anchored to hope. Dark, mysterious, and gripping, Zero’s Demise is a journey through the depths of the soul, where every choice has a cost, and every death brings Kael closer to the truth.

Lucas was the last human in the universe. A cosmic-scale war had consumed humanity in massive destruction. As collateral damage, there were no longer any habitable planets. Lucas Alhamera, a scientist, attempted to terraform a planet resembling Earth called Antroseda but continuously failed. Overwhelmed by despair and the crushing weight of loneliness, Lucas attempted to end his own life using a euthanasia capsule. However, just before his life could be taken, he was abruptly awakened by a notification. [As the last of the dominant species, you have been chosen as the new Overseer of this universe.] [The cycle of life must continue to preserve balance.] [Select planet as the birthplace of the new species (default)] [Select another planet...] With the Overseer System he had obtained, Lucas began what he had failed to do for hundreds of years: reviving a dead planet and creating a new race to succeed humanity.

If the world would end tomorrow how would you feel? 13 years ago NYX a being that could manipulate life, death, time, and space. Was defeated by the Five Heavenly mages. The Heavenly Flame, The Heavenly Ocean, The Heavenly Blade, The Heavenly Wind, and Heavenly Light. Although defeated NYX swore that it would rise again. Portions of this being were spread throughout the land of Casadora hoping to never fall into the wrong hands. After this world-ending event, The Four Great Families Le Fleur, Valentine, Starborn, and Fallenburg created a plan for its return. A young man Axelle Alekzander has been eyed as a candidate for one of these Heavenly Mages at a young age. Follow Axelle and his journey to end this cycle of death in NYX. Can he prevent this fantasy world's end?

After dying in a catastrophic earthquake, Kai awakens in the body of a 16-year-old knight apprentice in a world of supernatural powers. Gifted with the ability to infinitely regress, he relives his life over and over, each time carrying the knowledge of his past. As the cycles unfold, the weight of his past failures and the power of his strange gift intertwine, leaving Kai to confront the true nature of his existence.

My name is Rae Kemp, and I am not ordinary—at least, I’ve come to realize that much. December 31st marks the day of my death. Every year, without fail, I die on this day, only to wake again on January 1st, 2025. It’s a cruel loop, a relentless cycle where I live and die, over and over. For countless years, I’ve endured this endless pattern, searching for something—or someone. And now, I know. It’s him. I was meant to find him, to fall for him, and to give my heart away completely. But loving him means surrendering to this fate, letting myself die again and again, all for the brief, fleeting moments I can call him mine.

Iwase is a lonely and slightly cynical college student who feels invisible to girls. His life passes between video games, anime and "virtual girlfriends", until an unexpected encounter puts him in the path of a girl with dazzling beauty and explosive character. An accidental collision, an accusation of being a pervert, and an unexpected rivalry in the classroom will begin a romantic comedy full of misunderstandings, awkward situations, and unexpected sparks. Can Iwase overcome his bad first impression and win the heart of the silver-haired girl? Or will your college life continue to be an endless cycle of loneliness and frustration?

Zhou Liang was a 17 year old boy who was in a miserable cycle of playing video games while taking little care of himself, his sole focus being to be the best gamer in the world. One day he unexpectedly died from lack of basic nutrition after staring at his computer screen for 5 days straight with no food or water. His life was so pathetic that barely anyone, not even his father, cared about his death. So why was he chosen...? [System] [Name]: Arthur Grimwood [Age]: 0 [Guild Rank]: N/A [Military Rank]: N/A [Skills]: ... ... [Class]: Mythical Necromancer {№§▲₿ΞŁ Rank}

(WSA 2025 Entry) Is it a sin to want to save just one person? Is it a sin to yearn for a normal life? Why must they endure endless suffering just to survive another day? This is the story of two souls who shared the same dreams and aspirations, yet the world has been nothing but cruel to them. One was destined to become humanity's greatest calamity, while the other was trapped in an unending cycle where escape and happy endings were nothing more than illusions. Bound by shared hopes and an unyielding fate, their souls and destinies remain forever intertwined, chained by threads of despair that no power can break.

Stuck in a seemingly endless cycle of rebirth Alex, a modern thief, tries to find a way out. Xianxian-ish style (more or less) cultivation novel. A birthday gift to my dear brother Tom.

The Lazy Mage: A Prankster’s Rise to Power* --- Just like all other kids in his world (specifically the middle-lower class) Ray was given lies to... appease him and keep the cycle of 'Weeding out the Weak,' going, but when he is given an extraordinary opportunity where his memories awaken... yeah that'll make even the (arguably) richest god want him. As Ray’s reputation grow, so does the attention of the gods. Some admired his ingenuity; others wanted him destroyed. But Ray didn’t care. To him, it was all just another joke. After all, why fight fair when you can win with a punchline?

In a world where death is a fleeting concept, souls are bound to an eternal cycle of rebirth orchestrated by an ancient force known as the Ashen Will. The land of Solmere thrives on the energy of this cycle, with its people extracting power from the remnants of their past lives. Yet, with each rebirth, fragments of their memories are stolen, leaving behind echoes of forgotten selves. Ardyn Velcroft, a rogue scholar burdened by visions of lives he never lived, stumbles upon an ancient prophecy—one that speaks of a soul capable of unraveling the Ashen Will's dominion. As Ardyn embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim the truth of existence, he is joined by a morally gray assassin, a wayward priest who questions his faith, and a child cursed with memories of endless deaths. Together, they traverse a world drenched in the shadows of gods and mortals, facing entities born of humanity’s darkest desires. As the Ashen Will begins to stir, weaving chaos through the threads of fate, Ardyn must confront the cost of defying the cycle. Will he break the chains of eternity, or will the truth consume him, damning Solmere to the whispers of eternal ash?

"he's dead" Noel lives in a world where every time he reaches a certain point in his life, he is reborn, his memories wiped away. With each cycle, he forgets everything, living as if it's his first time in the world. But before the loop erases everything, there is a single minute—just one minute—where Noel remembers everything. For that brief moment, the weight of all his past lives crashes down on him. He recalls the endless cycles. In this world, humanity knows only two forces of power: aura and mana, concepts that have shaped the world for millennia. The world is divided into four continents, each ruled by its own kingdom. Dungeons, filled with forgotten powers, lie scattered across the land, hiding the ancient secrets of the world. Yet, for Noel, none of these things matter. His only wishes he could rest like he never existed in the first place but will fate accept his wish and allow him to rest?. I could add more info but I know you won't read so if you wanna know more get down and read it^_^. 4chapters every week. I wrote so even 10 years old could understand. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/610171/fictions. this is my story and I will be posting on royal road so go check it out if you're interested. Arthur: Mr.maker

After criticizing a game, William, a game critic, is punished by the Goddess of Eternity, Aurora, and transforms into the young Princess Ayla within this universe. Waking up kidnapped by 7 Demon Lords, Ayla must endure their lust, but also uncover the dark secrets that inhabit the castle. Immortal and trapped in a cycle of desire and manipulation, each revelation takes her deeper into a maze of mysteries where the line between ally and enemy becomes increasingly blurred. What she discovers may be the key to her liberation—or her eternal damnation.

check tapas for latest updates Pulse: Vicious Cycle | A Journey of Transformation & Revenge Jin Tae Hyun has endured years of torment. The constant bullying, the humiliation—he's been the victim for as long as he can remember. But when his breaking point arrives, everything changes. No longer willing to be controlled by fear, Tae Hyun decides to fight back—unleashing a side of him he never knew existed. Pulse: Vicious Cycle is an intense, character-driven web novel that explores the struggles of an underdog, the desire for revenge, and the discovery of a power that changes everything. If you're a fan of stories like Lookism where transformation isn't just physical, but emotional and mental, then you won't want to miss this. What happens when the bullied finally fights back? What kind of person will he become? The journey of Jin Tae Hyun is one of survival, power, and redemption. Follow the story of Tae Hyun’s rise from victim to force to be reckoned with. Read now and witness the transformation!

Eden Fair has spent her life trapped in a cycle of abuse and isolation, but everything changes the day she learns the truth about who she really is. After being taken in by a new family, Eden’s life is flipped upside down as they unveil her hidden nature—she is not just a girl struggling to survive, but connected to a powerful white wolf, and a destiny shaped by the Moon Goddess herself. What will she face when stepping through a portal to another word.

Across countless worlds and lifetimes. Each existence has been a relentless cycle of misery and suffering. Now, in the form of Amadeus, the soul continues to face the same cursed fate. But this time, the reason behind the torment is finally revealed. ALEX The GOD of the beginning, had cursed the soul to be reborn countless times, destined to live in suffering and die in despair. As a new cycle was ready to commence, a glimmer of hope emerges in the form of MIX, the chained GOD—a once-powerful GOD of the end now imprisoned and stripped of his might. With MIX's aid and the transfer of the Godly Crown that holds his power, Amadeus is prepared to embark on a quest for vengeance. Armed with newfound strength and determination, he sets out to confront Alpha and bring an end to the ceaseless torment.

Tsunderes? Danderes? Yankees? Love Triangles? Harems? Naoki wants nothing to do with that. He's just a high school student who only wants a peaceful life and yet he keeps finding himself in cliche situations that are nothing but chaotic. Naoki tries his best to break the cycle of cliches, but can he do it when the girls in his life keep getting in his way? This is a rewrite of a story I had done. Last one was too serious. It's a fun series I'm doing, enjoy. Just a nice slice-of-life story. Cover is AI generated, perhaps in the future I can pay an artist for a proper one

"If I was fated to repeat each life with you just to watch you perish, I would choose to put an end to this vicious cycle this time. Let me change your destiny for once and let me destroy the world which has been harming us, even if it meant perishing with the world forever.", Phoenix. What happens when Ivy's sleep disorders issues were a result of her repeated life with Phoenix in her paracosm whom she was protecting but wants to protect her this time round? What happens when in the real world, Phoenix was destined to meet her as Jason who protected her till the end even when they had to face death just to keep her alive? Will Ivy accept all that she had asked for with such a high stack of price to pay?

Orphaned and abused by his adoptive parents, Ethan’s life is a cycle of pain and isolation. At 16, he discovers the truth behind his parents' death, and in a desperate bid to escape, he flees to a mountain, where an otherworldly light strikes, ending his life—but marking the beginning of his rebirth. Reincarnated with the powers of four ancient divine beasts, Ethan becomes a perfect hybrid, granted a mysterious system to aid him. Now, he must confront his tragic past, unlock his newfound abilities, and survive a world torn by war between universes,

One unexpected heat cycle. One irresistible Alpha. And one unforgettable night. I never expected that single night to turn into the worst nightmare of my life. Not only did I get ghosted, I ended up getting imprinted. To make things even worse, the man in question turned out to be Choi Haejun—my friend’s ex-gangster uncle with an ego as big as the sky. Fueled by rage, I stormed into his office, determined to set things straight. But to my disbelief, the arrogant jerk doesn’t even remember who I am. “Who are you?” “...What?” And if that wasn’t enough, his next words nearly made me snap: “As I said, weren’t we in a business-like relationship?” ‘CHOI HAE F**KING JUN!!!! I DON’T NEED A BASTARD LIKE YOU EITHER!!’ Oh, it’s war now. Now, it’s no longer about heat cycles or imprinting or any stupid things like that, it’s about my pride as an Omega. And I won’t stop until I see him grovel at my feet, asking for more of my superior Omega pheromones like a dog. When his rut cycle comes, I’ll laugh in his face and leave him in the dust. The tables have turned, Choi Haejun. You’re not ditching me—I’m ditching you! #BL #Modern #Omegaverse #MorallyGray #AgeGap #Traumatized Text copyright ⓒ 2024 by Arcus All right reserved. The Korean edition was originally written by 아쿠스, Korea Translated and Published by We’ve Lab.

Every hero needs a villain. Every story needs an ending. But what happens when the villain remembers it all? In the mechanical metropolis of Archaxia, where steam powers the streets and fate runs like clockwork, Alaric Drozdov awakens to find himself cast as the villain—again. After countless lives ending at a hero's hands, he finally remembers the truth: he's trapped in a cycle engineered by the Chronolith, the mysterious system that controls the city through predetermined stories. Now, Alaric must navigate a dangerous game: playing the villain while secretly working to break the cycle. But as he gathers unlikely allies—including the very hero destined to kill him—he discovers that defying fate has consequences. With the Chronolith's mechanical enforcer hunting him and the city's poor suffering for his rebellion, Alaric faces an impossible choice: accept his role in the story, or risk destroying everything to change it. Some chains are made of destiny. Others, we forge ourselves.

Failure upon failure! Despite how hard he craved for peace and happiness, life hit him harder with pain and distress. Only those who hit rock bottom, can have the power to leap higher, possibly, or die. This is the story of a man who wants to destroy this cycle of suffering, the evil intentions of life, without any replacement or alternative.