The Squid Game

The Righteous Villain's Game In a world where magic and technology intertwine seamlessly, Soren Blackwood opens his eyes to find himself reincarnated into the body of Elias Luminari, the sole heir to the Luminari Dynasty—a family renowned for their powerful light magic and generations of heroic deeds. To the public, the Luminaris represent the pinnacle of moral virtue and justice. But Soren—cunning, ruthless, and unapologetically self-serving—views his new prestigious position as merely a convenient mask for his true ambitions. His plans take an unexpected turn when a mysterious system activates in his mind, offering immense power with a single condition: systematically dismantle the destinies of the world's "chosen ones." The system requires him to target those marked by fate for greatness—specifically, to seduce their fated partners, sabotage their heroic journeys, and ultimately eliminate these would-be protagonists from the grand narrative. With cold calculation, Soren navigates the complex web of magical academies, aristocratic politics, and secret societies that define this new reality. He crafts elaborate schemes beneath the veneer of the perfect Luminari heir, exploiting his family's connections and resources while concealing his true nature. As Soren's list of targets grows, so does his power—but so too do the complications. Some of his victims prove unexpectedly resilient, others disturbingly perceptive. And as he delves deeper into the system's origins, he uncovers disturbing patterns that suggest his own reincarnation might be part of a much darker game—one where even he might be merely another piece on the board. In a world that worships its heroes, Soren embraces being the villain. But in a reality where destiny itself can be manipulated, the line between protagonist and antagonist blurs beyond recognition.

In the world of Tenkai, seven noble families vie for control of the kingdom. Each family has a powerful warrior, known as a "Hero," who is summoned from another world to fight on their behalf. Kaito Yamato, a young man from modern-day Japan, is summoned to Tenkai to become the Hero of House Akatsuki. With no experience in combat or magic, Kaito must navigate the treacherous world of court politics and magical battles to survive. As Kaito undergoes rigorous training to become a powerful Hero, he discovers that he has a crucial role to play in the battle for the throne. With the help of his allies, including the mysterious and beautiful Lady Akatsuki, Kaito must master his magical abilities and confront his own destiny in order to determine the fate of the kingdom. But as Kaito delves deeper into the world of Tenkai, he realizes that nothing is as it seems. Hidden agendas, ancient prophecies, and powerful magical artifacts all threaten to upend the balance of power in the kingdom. Will Kaito be able to navigate the complex web of alliances and rivalries between the noble families, or will he become a pawn in their game of power and deception? Can he overcome his own limitations and become the Hero that House Akatsuki needs, or will he succumb to the pressures of his new role? Genre: - Fantasy - Adventure - Romance Themes: - Power and Corruption - Fate and Destiny - Loyalty and Honor - Magic and Fantasy Target Audience: - Young adults - Fans of fantasy and adventure novels - Readers who enjoy stories with complex characters and plot twists

Vardy, a shut - in loner, seeks refuge in Rune Quest, an RPG game where he transforms from weak to strong as a Dark Warlock. Soon after he enrolled at White Oak Academy, he faced discrimination alongside his peers in the Frame Initiative. Eventually, he unlocks a powerful system that grants him the abilities from his game avatar.

Mihir is nothing but young boy 16 year old. At young age his parents died leaving him alone in this cruel world. Since the death of his parents he was leaving alone till the age of 16. His dreams is to be detective and he will do anything to become one. ...And just like he wanted he got chance to join detective squad named Mr.Detective. This was just first step towards his goal to achieve his dream to be greatest detective in world.

[A Kung Pao Chicken that does not look as good as it tastes] Ever since Jiang Feng had stumbled upon the discovery that he could actually see the descriptions of the dishes his father made, his life had taken a dramatic turn... 1. This game entitles players to ultimum autonomu. Please explore it by yourself. 2. This game will not interfere with any choices made by the Player. Please do your best to unlock the achievements. 3. The game reserves the right of final interpretation.

It was one thing to have my hands and feet securely tied, but why was my mouth also sealed? I should at least have been able to make a noise! Why was I confined in a mental asylum? Why did it seem like everyone was afraid of me? Why... do I feel like laughing?---------------- This is a story where Holmes and the Joker wreak havoc on the SCP Foundation. I hope everyone will enjoy it!

Earth's civilization crumbled in an instant, leaving Mei struggling to survive amidst the ruins. An unseen blade cleaved a skyscraper in two, a white-haired man wielding a longsword appearing before her. Mei, face impassive, ate the last of her bread. With death looming, time seemed to freeze. 【Want to live?】

A game where no one escapes. A challenge that preys on your mind. And a reality where the only thing certain is your suffering. Rehman enters 'The Game' searching for his lost love, only to discover a twisted world where winning is an illusion, and the rules are designed to break you. As he and the other players fight to survive, they must solve riddles that defy logic, endure horrors beyond imagination, and uncover the truth behind the ultimate nightmare. But can anyone truly beat a game that already knows their every move? Or is victory just another trick?

An alien race invaded the Earth on June 6, 2128. At the midst of this war, many nations allied with the alien threat and the war nearly wiped out the rebelling humans of the planet. At the edge of mankind's survival, the United Nations Army launched its forces to eliminate the immediate stellar threats that loomed over Earth. General Seeker Carlean, commander and leader of the mission, risked and gave his life to destroy the immediate stellar threat. The battle was won though Earth lay in ruins. Perhaps mankind will live to see a few years of peace before the alien threat returns to wipe out their existence. At the immediate aftermath of the stellar battle, the fallen Seeker Carlean awakens and finds himself at aged 17, living the peaceful life he lived 16 years before he died. So begins a new game in the battle for humanity's survival. ---- Cover art by Jayps. http://www.behance.net/Jayps

Alisa is a hardworking human, despite being born as a woman, she was a respectable commander in her work as a military, but sadly she lost her life during a mission that resulted for her to get reincarnated inside a RPG-open world type video game she onced played back in the days when she was a highschool student. She was reincarnated as Marysville Everleigh Grace, a total side character inside the game. later on after reincarnation, it took her a whole 14 years of her new life to realize that she was reincarnated in a game she onced played. realizing this made her change her way of life. Watch Marysville as she tries to alter her new world, and make a story of her own.

Awakening, the Game I played for most of my teen life until today. An RPG that started in a modern world with magic and updated to include the addition of the Pethera Galaxy Federation. I sunk my life into this game and I was rewarded for it, I because a forerunner in discovering the lore and mysteries of this game, or at least that was the case until today.

Sayda seorang remaja sekolah yang gemar bermain game,suatu hari dia sudah kehabisan permainan video untuk dimainkan,dia kemudian memutuskan untuk mencari game baru dan secara tidak sengaja dia terjumpa CD permainan video yang dibuang dan memilih untuk mengambil dan mencubanya dan secara tidak sengaja dia termasuk kedalam game tersebut.Kini dia harus mencari jalan bagaimana harus pulang ke dunia nyata.Perjalanan yang penuh dengan fantasi dan tragedi yang menunggu sayda.Apakah sayda dapat kembali kedunia nyata atau terperangkap selama lamanya didunia tersebut?

“If you can make him fall in love with you, I will raise your pay to be ten times more” On her first day at the prestigious Suma Group, Cora learns she will be working for Axel Kusuma, the youngest son of the company’s wealthy and influential family. Suma Group is one of the richest corporations in the country, and Axel, known as a Heartthrob, is the Vice President Just like the rumor said, Axel is a charmer that doesn’t deserve the position as Vice President. Everyone knew he was the complete opposite of his half-brother, Ethan Kusuma—the ice-cold, disciplined president who had successfully led the company for the past three years. Cora's task? To transform Axel from a reckless player into a competent Vice President, someone who can finally compete with his brother. But there is an additional task for Cora, she must make her boss who is a jerk to fall in love with her. Despite being the best in her field, this is by far the most difficult task she's ever faced. Love wasn't her expertise—how could it be, when she'd never been in a relationship before?

Each year, ten million humans are forcibly conscripted into the Game, pitted against millions of other races who have entered voluntarily, believing they possess more significant capabilities. Within this deadly arena, humans primarily serve as expendable pawns. Kai is one of the many humans put in the game to survive. What will he do? And how will he do it

On new year eve a very popular VRMMORPG was going to release globally from Korea, where over 5 million players joined the server of the world of destiny. However when the countdown of the full version reach zero none of the players were able to log out or log in. All of the players that were in the game were teleported to the central plaza in the town of level 0, with the exception of a few of them. A giant white hooded avatar appeared in front of the players hovering high above the sky from them. He explained to them that this virtual world is their new reality, and if they wanted to escape they would have to defeat every boss. Starting from level 1 all the way to level 100, each boss getting more difficult than the last. However they would soon come to realise that the monster and bosses in this world isn't going to be their only enemies.

I ran. That was the only thought on my mind. Angry tears filled my eyes, many questions running through my mind would I die like this? was this how my life would in..in pain that I cowardly gave it up? I could hear my heart thumping fast in my ears, I could feel the blood rush all over I couldn't give up now... I wasn't going to give up not now I was going to put and end to this game , No..I am going to destroy it

When a unique cultivation game launched its server, it welcomed a sea of players, one of which was Fang Yue. However, he soon realized something strange about the game—it was too difficult to beat. A large number of early players quit the game, but Fang Yue stayed. He then found out something more complicated about the game. Three months later, the Wicked appeared in real life and the game data started to sync with the real world. Everyone was terrified. All the early players returned to the game together with players from all over the world. Simply put, everyone went back into Blue Ocean. However, when they started the game and were being hunted by the Wickeds, they realized that the veteran players’ avatars appeared in a different art style than theirs. Fang Yue exclaimed, “You audacious Wicked! In a single glance, I know you aren’t human!” Fang Yue pleaded: “Wicked, I need you to help me cultivate!” Fang Yue roared, “Wicked! Did I say you can leave? Almighty Heavenly Dragon!

In the shadowy world of manipulation, secrets, and dangerous minds, Elise Harper, an investigative journalist with a troubled past, finds herself trapped in a chilling game where every move could be her last. When Elise is assigned to uncover the story behind a series of gruesome murders plaguing the city, she quickly realizes that nothing is what it seems. At the center of it all is Nicholas Blackwood, a charismatic business tycoon, enigmatic writer, and an elusive figure in the world of high society. He is the prime suspect, yet Elise’s growing obsession with him makes her question everything she thought she knew about the case—and herself. As Elise's investigations bring her closer to the heart of the mystery, she uncovers a dark, intricate web of deception, twisted games, and dangerous desires. Nicholas, a man of many faces, is both a silent stalker and a master manipulator, playing a game where every interaction, every glance, and every conversation is a calculated move in a psychological chess match. With every clue she uncovers, Elise is drawn deeper into Nicholas’s world—a place where trust is an illusion, and the line between predator and prey blurs. As the murders continue, the cryptic messages and ominous whispers in her ear hint that she is not just a journalist investigating a story—she is a pawn in a much larger, more sinister game. Torn between her growing attraction to Nicholas and the need to uncover the truth, Elise must navigate a world where nothing is what it seems, and everyone is hiding something. As the case intensifies, so does the psychological tension, pushing Elise to the brink of her sanity. In a game where silence is the most dangerous weapon, the stakes have never been higher. Will Elise outsmart the mastermind who has been pulling the strings all along, or will she become the next victim in The Silent Game? This psychological thriller will keep readers on the edge of their seats, questioning every move, every intention, and every piece of the puzzle as the mystery unfolds. The question remains—who will survive the game?

Mia and Lucas go to a private school where rich and also gifted children attend. Every year Mia and Lucas have to do an exam but not a normal one, every year they have to transfer to another school to act as a totally different person, and every year Mia and Lucas compete to see who would top the highest, but every year they both top the highest and get the exact same score. But this year it will be a bit different..

Herra Santiago wakes up one morning and finds herself in the romantic game that everyone in her school is talking about. As she is making sense of everything, a sudden realization that among those characters in the game, she ended up living as Arri Ares Vasileios, the antagonist who meets her end with every male target route upon her wicked and inhumane acts as she plays the role of the most hateful villainess in the game Love is an Illusion.

Summary Tags: Werewolf | Tournament | Strong vs Strong "God, Aria, you feel so good," he groaned. "Aria, you are a good-looking woman, but if you can f** like you fight, I would make your life more comfortable."* As the only woman in the warriors' barracks, Aria faces hostility and covetous looks. Ignoring everyone, she wins the training match. Excited to achieve her goal and lead her own team, Aria's life takes a turn when a crescent moon mark appears on her forehead, signaling a shift in her destiny. As a newly anointed Moon Maiden, she is compelled to participate in the Mate Games—a corrupted tournament where the strongest woman is chosen to mother the future king’s progeny. Aria, a resilient Moon Maiden, enters the tournament with a spirit of resistance, only to find her fate intertwined with Alpha King Eadric, a ruler torn between tradition and change. What will happen when they are forced into the Mate Ceremony—will they fall in love or remain adversaries?

Adrian thought he had bought a game. Instead, the game had bought him. When he booted up War Crown, he expected a night of strategy and conquest. What he got was a contract—one written in blood and bound by fate. His first world, Athenia, teetered on the edge of annihilation. Daemons from the void twisted nature into monstrosities, cities burned in endless rebellion, and a young emperor, Kael, stood alone against the tide. Victory wasn’t just an option. It was survival. The game had spoken: Clear Act 1 before the deadline, or be claimed by the game itself.

Behind the grandeur of Harrow Elite High School lies a dark organization—The Dark Game. A forbidden group run by certain individuals, responsible for ruining the life of a student named Laura. After months of disappearing from the world’s view, Laura finally decides to return to the school under a new identity—as ‘Abby’ (a new and nerdy student). Will the presence of Calvin—the school’s new teacher—help Laura execute her revenge mission? Or will he become an obstacle in her path?

After being the cause of her Sister's death, Rosella tries to do anything she can to get her mind off it but makes the wrong choice as she puts her life and the life of her family in danger. The question remains, how did she end up playing the game of no return?

In Astoria International Academy, Singapore’s most elite school, students aren’t just trained for excellence—they’re conditioned to survive in a world where power is everything. But when four of its top students—Souta, Renji, Takumi, and Wei Shen—are suddenly thrown into a deadly psychological game, they realize that Astoria was just a warm-up.