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"Kill them all...Burn it down..." Those are the words I heard echoing in my head ever since the day I woke up in Lorelei. The voice sounds familiar. I've heard it before. But would it be crazy if I said it sounded like me? Would it be crazy...if I said i remembered dying? Utterly rediculous. To repeat the same thing over and over, expecting a different result while changing absolutely nothing. I was the son of a Duke and a commoner in a foreign land. Through pain and suffering, I somehow managed to marry a beautiful Princess of that land. You know...after my father got eaten by a dragon. And after being locked in a dungeon and tortured by her insane sister... But none of that matters now. Because my world lies in ruins. Everyone I've ever known is dead. All except my beloved, who stands to protect me with her shield. But I don't mean to say that things have been destroyed... What I mean, is much simpler. Avernia is gone. Gone forever. Lost to the plague I called 'The Black Ooze'. But I'll avenge it. I'll kill the one responsibke for massacring my family and destroying my world. They'll regret having made an enemy out of me. Because the sword I wield is called Vengeance. The Overseer sword. The Omni-Weapon. No matter the cost...I will have vengeance. I'll kill them all. I'll burn everything down. Author's note: I sincerely hope you enjoy my work, but keep in mind that I am my own editor and I don't see everything. there might still be a few errors. Sorry! This is an original work.

Liam, a socially awkward college student, spends his days immersed in anime, video games, and hentai, escaping the monotony of his real life. Despite his fantasies, he’s never experienced a real relationship or intimacy. But when he is mysteriously transported to the fantastical world of Eryndor, Liam’s life takes a dramatic turn. In Eryndor, Liam is hailed as the ‘Lustforged Hero’, a legendary figure destined to save the realm from the tyrannical sorcerer, Maltheris. But there’s a catch: in this world, power is drawn from desire and intimacy. To grow stronger and unlock his true potential, Liam must navigate a delicate balance between his newfound responsibilities and his own untapped desires. Joined by a group of fiercely loyal followers—each with their own unique abilities and personal struggles—Liam embarks on a journey to master his powers, unite the fractured kingdoms of Eryndor, and confront Maltheris. Along the way, he forms deep bonds with his companions, including the enigmatic warrior Lysandra, the cunning mage Erynn, and the rebellious rogue Selene. But as Liam’s power grows, so does the temptation to lose himself in the very desires that fuel his strength.

I closed my eyes and let out a long, shuddering breath. The needle slipped through my numb fingers and clattered onto the rough pavement. Nothingness swirled around me, bringing the first peace I'd felt in my short, miserable life. No one would miss me, and if any did...? Well, there was always someone else to beat or rape. They'd move on quickly. But then...gods? Since when did nothingness have so many gods? Chosen by the goddess of Fate, I'm thrust into a world of magic and wonder alongside nine other heroes. A world where the gods reign supreme, and evil is vanquished before it can spread its blight. Can such a place truly exist? Could life really be worth living? I've heard that the brightest lights cast the longest shadows, but my life has been nothing but darkness. Perhaps this new world will be the chance I need to find the light, to see the other side. Discord: https://discord.gg/PX3xqJdZMY

Discord Link for those interested [https://discord.gg/TGc9yymDJP] One may think that in order to be a Hero you must have a pure soul, and untainted heart, but in reality such a thing is impossible; now one's soul is pure, nor is anyone's heart untainted, Gods aren't even exempt from this rule. No, a True Hero is someone who knows they have an impure soul and tainted heart, yet they embrace it, instead of attempting to deny their very nature; however, not all True Heros are the same, some have different beliefs and/or ideals. Yet at the end of the day, no matter how terrible or bleak the situation looks, you can always count on a True Hero to act as a beacon of light that'll show you the correct path, but for you to take, you must embark on it yourself.

Alex Wright was born into a situation that would make anyone jealous of him, the child of two of the strongest superheroes in the world. Alex was lucky to have inherited both of his parent's powers, which made him an anomaly. People wanted to use him to get to his parents or wanted to be him. After tragedy strikes Alex changes, follow him on his journey to become something great and live up to the expectations or to create chaos for the sake of chaos. ---- This is my first time writing anything, so if you find something I can improve on let me know.

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The Visionary Hero In a world where Humans and the mysterious Golden Eyes coexist, 16-year-old Avasyu discovers he possesses an extraordinary power: the ability to experience anything through his dreams. As he unravels the origins of his strange gift, he uncovers secrets about the enigmatic Golden Eyes people, pushing him into a web of discrimination, crime, hardships and hidden truths. Along the way, Avasyu finds unlikely allies, kindred spirits, and a love interest who bring both joy and complexity to his journey. But as the challenges mount, he must face powerful villains, dismantle societal prejudices, and confront his own destiny. In his quest to make the world better for everyone, Avasyu is thrust into a battle not just against external forces but also within himself—transforming into a hero the world needs. He is Avasyu, The Visionary Hero

Arsol (Username: Hakkun) is your average eighteen-year-old tech nerd; he reads cliche light novels, plays video games (way too many), studies for exams, and he programs! Does he have friends? A social life, maybe? Nah, he’s an anti-social whose inner monologues revolve around how humans suck. He’s the type who blames the world for his problems: edgy, angsty, emo— thinks he’s smarter than everyone and has answers for the world’s crisis. Gotta give it to him, though, he a young talent at whatever he does. His skills for programming, gaming (FPS) as well as studying makes up for the fact that he’s an arse. So much so, that he stops going to school altogether and locks himself in his room, he’d rather be with his computer. Because Arsol is on a mission! He’s been collaborating with online strangers who are all equally gamers and computer nerds, who understand him, and who all have this idea to make this steampunk/dieselpunk game called ‘Hero of Emberstein.’ Now, Arsol won’t lie, he’s obsessed. Being one of the co-creators, he finds himself adding features and details he’d want in an MMORPG. The only thing he dislikes is the customizable character features; he never understands such a personalized activity. He prefers Gacha. After 3 years, the game is finally available for beta testing, his 7 online co-creators are all ready to click the play button. But little does Arsol know, he would for real be in the game, like in person, like ISEKAI-ed, like he could die, for real for real. What's worse is, everyone who clicked the play button for the beta test, has also been Isekaied. So like, maybe over a thousand or more? Arsol thinks it’s his fault innocent players are getting transmigrated into HIS game, because he remembers that he removed the 'EXIT' button as a harmless malfunctioning prank-- turned deadly?! Oops. Journey along with Arsol as he hides his identity as the creator, the culprit, and the administrator. And that time he finds out his 6 online friends are all here as well, but where?! Who?! UGH, THIS IS WHY HE HATES CUSTOMIZABLE CHARACTERS! ( I DO, IN FACT, OWN THE COVER )

This is the story about Wayne exploring his new game world inside of his tablet. He doesn't know that the game that he's playing real life in the fantasy world. Were he decided their fate whether he save them or not. The story will continue to play it's role for Wayne to enjoy the game world. The life of NPC is now in his hand. Will they suffer or be save? Wayne will decide that.

Gaia is dead. The world is a mess of fused realms—acid rain burns the ground, food is scarce, and the air is poison. No one knows why Gaia, the ancient guardian of life, died, but her rotting corpse unleashed chaos. Monstrous Outer Gods slithered into the cracks of reality, twisting the land into nightmares. Yet, in the ruins, people still fight to survive. Under a giant boulder—the only shelter in this toxic wasteland—a boy wakes up. He’s the last human alive, his memories fuzzy except for flashes of a lost Earth: sunny skies, laughter, and a strange power inside him. He can create Kaiju, giant monsters that could crush armies… if he knew how to control them. But right now, he’s just a hungry kid, scrambling to find food and avoid getting killed. Outside his rock, alien clans run the show. Some trade clean water for labor, others heal wounds with glowing mushrooms, and a few settle disputes with fistfights to blow off steam before rage drives them insane. Everyone fears the 100% Rule. Too much stress, sadness, or anger? Your mind snaps, turning you into a Husk—a mindless monster with no soul. The boy’s Kaiju power could help him survive… or push him closer to becoming a Husk. Worse, death here is permanent. If he dies, someone else takes his place—an outcast, a kid, a warrior. The world doesn’t care who you are. It just wants to eat you alive. This isn’t a story about heroes. The boy isn’t special. He’s just trying to survive, one day at a time—bargaining with clans, scavenging junk, and accidentally summoning Kaiju when he panics. Maybe he’ll find a way to fix this broken world. Or maybe he’ll just find a decent meal. In a place this messed up, even small victories matter.

In a world where every individual is born with a unique power—a manifestation of their soul known as Aura—strength and status are defined by the type and tier of one’s ability. Aura users are categorized into three types: Natural Types, who control the elements; Transformation Types, who can alter their physical form; and Emitter Types, whose unpredictable abilities defy categorization. These powers are further divided into tiers, ranging from the weak Low Tiers to the godlike National Tiers, with legends like Mariana, the Sword Saint, standing at the pinnacle of power. Yet, above even them lies the myth of Timmy, a man so powerful and feared that his name was erased from history, his legacy a haunting reminder of the chaos Aura can unleash. But in this world of extraordinary abilities, Daniel is an anomaly. Born without an Aura, he is powerless in a society that values strength above all else. Despite his lack of abilities, Daniel dreams of becoming a hero, a dream that has led to countless failures and humiliations. Now 17, he enrolls at Gateway High School, a crumbling institution for Low and Mid Tiers, where he hopes to find a path to his dream. However, Gateway is far from welcoming. Its reputation is poor, its students are ruthless, and Daniel’s lack of power makes him an easy target. The question remains: Can Daniel survive in this world without any powers? In a place where strength is everything, will his determination and resilience be enough to carve out a place for himself, or will the weight of his powerlessness crush him before he can even begin? The odds are stacked against him, but Daniel isn’t ready to give up. Not yet

Bella is a normal girl she has spent her whole life in the shadow of her twin sister, Brenda The city beloved superhero—called Glacia, with the power to control ice and snow. No one, except a select few, knows they are related. Bella never minded being normal, happy to live her quiet life. But when Brenda is seriously injured, the secretive hero agency **Faith** makes an impossible demand: **Bella must take her sister’s place.** With no powers and no combat skills, she must fool the world into believing she’s the legendary Glacia—all while keeping up the illusion that the real hero is still protecting the city.

Most Webnovel readers love fast-paced stories with overpowered protagonists, system cheats, and clear progression. They enjoy seeing the main character rise from nothing to greatness, often with revenge, adventure, or world-building elements. Cultivation, urban fantasy, reincarnation, and system novels dominate the platform, and readers expect rapid power growth, face-slapping moments, and a constant sense of escalation. But my story? It’s different. Sure, it’s urban fantasy, but it doesn’t follow the usual Webnovel formula. There’s no cheap wish fulfillment, no overused tropes just for the sake of it. Instead, I’m crafting something deeper—a story with real weight, real growth, and a journey that means something. It may not be the usual Webnovel fare, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a damn good story.

Liu Xian has been called a monster since the day he was born. The moment he entered the world, an uncontrollable surge of lightning crackled from his tiny body, killing his mother in an instant. His father never forgave him. The town never forgot. Branded as cursed, he grew up despised—mocked, beaten, and feared. No one saw a boy struggling to control something beyond his understanding. They only saw a killer. Even Liu Xian himself came to hate his power, wishing he could tear it out of his own body. But just when he’s convinced his life will never change, a stranger arrives from a distant academy—a place where people like him exist, where power isn’t something to be feared but honed. This mysterious figure claims Liu Xian has potential, that his curse may not be a curse at all.

An Ex-hero committed suicide since he can't move on after he accidentally killed the woman he loved who loved another man that was turned into a monster who was also his long lost best friend. The Gods decided him to be reborn but without any emotions and does not know of pain. The worst thing, he is back as a villain since he give up being a hero. What will this villain do if he finds out that Andrea, the woman he love and Anthony, his best friend were both reincarcarnated? (this story contains themes not suitable for children) All names, places and organization; are just a product of the authors imagination

Kai Nero wakes from a three year long coma with a very unique ability, he is unable to die. He is drafted into project striker, a group of underground heroes responsible for stopping rogue heroes and the most dangerous of villains. Kai will step into this world and try to forge his own path and ideals as a hero, or something more. A/N: The MC is just a regular guy drawn into the world of superheroes and villains so he did not have any redeeming quality initially.

In the 21st century, Su Qi'an, a modern and virtuous young man, unexpectedly finds his soul transported to the feudal and backward dynasty of Da Liang—a fictional empire not found in history—after saving a girl from drowning. Born into a poor family with a virtuous wife, Su Qi'an initially aspired to use his status as a scholar to achieve official rank and lead a peaceful and prosperous life. However, he is caught in a chaotic era marked by drastic changes in Da Liang, a fractured imperial court, warring regional warlords, nomadic tribes threatening the northwest, and pirates rampaging in the southeast. To survive, Su Qi'an, a humble scholar from an impoverished background, rises from obscurity to become a legendary figure, sweeping across all opposition and uniting the land under one rule. Whether branded a treacherous rebel or a virtuous statesman, Su Qi'an is destined to be a true hero of his age. ✨Love this translation? Support me on Patreon for early access, exclusive content, and more! Your support keeps the translations coming—subscribe today! ✨Join me on Patreon: Patreon.com/flokixy

"Death is mercy within my halls." Welcome!

One moment, he was a modern man on Earth. The next, he found himself surrounded by a tribe of fluffy, clueless werewolves—so poor they couldn’t even afford proper clothes! Looking up at the sky, he nearly broke down. Live like a savage? Eat raw meat? No way! With no other choice, he grabbed a whip, took a deep breath, and pointed at the wide-eyed furballs: "Work, all of you!" From that moment, a legend was born—the mastermind, the dark emperor, the one and only ruler of the Super Werewolves!

13 heroes summoned when the world needs them most Unknown if or when I will write more - side project

A student by the name of Yuuji Wakana has been summoned to a different world that needs a hero!

Al was a promising young mage tasked with summoning heroes. But centuries of summoning heroes had caused him to forget the true meaning of freedom and happiness. That is until one day, a sadistic hero brought Al a newfound sense of hope, that maybe he shouldn't have to be enchained, that maybe he could finally be free...

The story follows Held Bernhard as he embarks on an adventure to become the strongest adventurer and a true hero, facing numerous challenges and seeking to make a difference in his world.

We follow the misadventures of Zik, an unassuming mid-level hero cursed with the peculiar ability to see the world as a chaotic video game. While this power seems promising, it quickly spirals into a series of unfortunate events. Every mundane moment transforms into a pixelated nightmare, as his power seem to amuse itself with his suffering.

In a world where the gods no longer exist and humanity has to face hordes of monsters, only one kingdom stands along with the four realms inside of it, the North a land covered in snow built a large wall preventing monsters from getting through, the East being and enchanted forest being protected by a world tree, the South a desert where ruins of an ancient city still remain being inhabited by humans, in the West a terrible terrain filled with volcanoes and monsters where the dragon folk live alongside humans. One of the many gods who still want humanity to prosper, The God of Games, alters fate and is able to summon a man from another world hopping that he could change fate itself.

Elric's life had been nothing short of a nightmare since his childhood. He was constantly bullied at school, detested and ignored by his family, and left with nobody to care whether he lived or died. The accumulated loneliness and suffering from decades pushed him into a severe depression, and he ultimately decided to take his life’s final decision… Suicide. One day, Elric's soul heard a voice calling out to him. "Wake up, Elric. I am the God of Darkness, and I'm here to give you another chance at life." To the God of Darkness, Elric replied with only two words… "Fuck off!" Now forced with the possibility of a new life despite his unwillingness… Elric must decide whether to become a puppet or forge a new destiny with his own hands. Will he overcome his traumatic past, or will he squander yet another chance at life? Join the Protagonist on his journey as he is given an impossible task while striving to become one of the strongest beings in a world full of Magic, Mythical creatures, Dragons, and Gods. ---------------- [[Author : The protagonist of this story is a scheming mastermind who doesn't trust anyone and plans everything based on his present strength, knowledge and circumstances. No Romance, Harem, or Fan-service here. The main character is also not an Edgelord or a Psychopath who kills people without reason. Character development is a gradual process as the Main Character learns to acknowledge and overcome his flaws. This is a story for those who appreciate a psychologically well-developed character. The protagonist is an Antihero character who exists in the gray area between good and evil. This is a story for those who enjoy complex characters, greatly improving and expanding World-building along with intricate plots. If you are looking for a story with a nuanced and morally ambiguous yet humorous protagonist in a mature and gritty world, then this is the novel for you.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts available in chapter comments. Discord Link : https://discord.gg/xR7vUzCYx9 ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 500 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 1000 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 2500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 500 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 1000 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 1500 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week

The world calls him Zero, the greatest hero to ever exist. They worship him, sing his praises, and tell tales of his righteous deeds. But as I stand in the pouring rain, my parents' lifeless bodies beside me, all I see is a monster—a false hero wrapped in lies and delusions of grandeur. His presence looms over me, suffocating, his intent as clear as the blood pooling at my feet. He looks down, unshaken, unbothered, as if my pain means nothing. “I’ll kill you!” I roar, my voice raw with grief and fury. “I’ll end your false heroism and show this world what a true hero is!” Zero only smiles—a cruel, knowing smirk. “And so it shall be, child,” he says before vanishing, leaving me alone in the wreckage of my past. From this moment on, my path is clear. I will rise. I will destroy him. And I will redefine what it means to be a hero.

In a word where power set people apart and those who dont have it are seen as scum. Josh, a powerless induvidual is who has been looked down on ever since his birth still wants to achive someting with his life. He wants to prove to himself, and his friends that he is more than a dissapointment. Him and his brother Malrik set of to epic journeys to find his true purpose.