The Path Not Taken Science

The year is 2025. A devout Christian named Arthur Bennett wins a lottery to participate in a revolutionary virtual reality experience at a high-tech company called Elysium. The program utilizes a unique VR pod to immerse users in a world based on a popular anime. As the other participants—a mix of personalities with varying degrees of anime knowledge—prepare to enter the simulation, Arthur remains the only one who has never indulged in anime. Upon entering this new world, he discovers an unsettling truth: pain is excruciatingly real, despite the creators' claims of a dampened pain response. He eventually finds himself trapped in prison, unable to log out, and demanding to be released from the program. Calls go unanswered, and the world of ninjas becomes a nightmare where hunger, thirst, hygiene, and even death are all real. Angered that he was deceived, he abandons all sense of logic and vows to become a villain no one would have ever anticipated.

"Technology changes life, making the world a better place." Firmly believing this statement, Li Er died from nuclear radiation and began his journey across different worlds-- "It's not me who is wrong, it's the world. Let's start by taking down Arasaka." "Impressive Cyber Prosthetics, good thing my Cybertron Prosthetics are not bad either."

One year after the Heroes of the Realm defeated the Last Demon, the world should have known peace. But peace is a fragile thing. Erik Voller never wanted to be a hero. Power was all he sought, strength beyond any mortal—enough to carve his own path, free from kings and Gods alike. Yet when a hunt for forbidden strength leads him to the heart of something far greater, he finds himself standing at the edge of another war.

Emily Bright is a reserved medical laboratory scientist with a peculiar fascination for the microscopic world of body fluids. Her life is a monochrome routine of lab work and lonely evenings spent admiring art she believes she'll never create. Emily is the embodiment of precision, control, and logic, qualities that render her a perpetual wallflower. Dominic Pierreson, known as "The God of Art," is a once-revered artist teetering on the brink of retirement. Praised as the 21st century’s greatest creative genius, Dominic’s glory days seem behind him, with no spark left to fuel his next masterpiece. Disillusioned and desperate, he meets Emily by chance at an art gallery, and in her quiet brilliance, he finds an unexpected muse. Dominic's world bursts into vibrant color as he obsessively captures Emily’s essence in every medium imaginable: photographs, sculptures, paintings, and even a bestselling play. His works featuring Emily become priceless treasures, solidifying his place in history. But as his obsession grows, so does his love for her, a love Emily struggles to comprehend or reciprocate. Caught between the worlds of art and science, Emily begins to question everything she thought she knew about herself. As Dominic’s fame skyrockets and their relationship deepens, the lines blur between inspiration, obsession, and love. In a whirlwind of passion, fame, and self-discovery, Emily must decide: Can she embrace the chaos of Dominic’s world, or will she retreat to the safety of her own? The Art and Science of Mad Attraction is a sweeping tale of ambition, obsession, and the unpredictable nature of love, where logic meets creativity and two contrasting souls find themselves inexplicably drawn together.

There exists a chief astronomer on Earth who not only wants to explore the stars, but to also discover and connect with what dwells beyond them. Unfortunately, in search of the heavens, Astra Sera has failed to identify with the natural. She has failed to connect with something that makes her truly human. Then, suddenly, the barriers between reality shifts! In a terrifying cosmic event, everyone on Earth is transported to a world that is entirely supernatural! One that combines the rigid rules of science, technology and the strange fluidity of magic.  This is a world that has gods, demigods, angels, constellations and mysterious beings all fighting for dominance! A world that is filled with abundant dangers when trying to reach the higher realms! A world that has little opportunities to become more powerful but provides endless chances of turning insane! Will Astra continue to reach for the heavens as the world that is touched by it is constantly riddled with madness, darkness, corruption and insanity? Or, will she go against her nature, and try to understand the very thing that makes us human?

Vanity's Path follows Vani, a young man raised by his mother in a quiet, remote village. He never knew his father, and life, though simple, was all he ever knew. However, when a certain event leaves him with an emptiness he can't ignore, Vani finds himself walking a path that feels increasingly hollow, as though something is missing, but he can't quite grasp what it is. The absence of meaning begins to consume him, pushing him to venture beyond his familiar surroundings. As he leaves his village behind, Vani’s journey leads him through a world filled with secrets, powerful forces, and dark mysteries—where the very essence of his existence begins to unravel. The ancient, mysterious energy of Essentia stirs within him, giving him power that he can neither fully control nor understand. With new allies, dangerous enemies, and the constant pull of an unknown destiny, Vani is forced to confront the shadows of his past and the path that lies ahead. The choices he makes will determine not just his future, but the fate of the world itself, as an unseen darkness looms closer, threatening to destroy everything.

Welcome to the mirror world, where everything is possible. Left could be right, and fiction could become fact. It isn’t the “reality” we know, but it exists in this dimension, in a land far away. On the day Xen turned six, he lost his parents in a “Mimic” invasion. After that, he had to work three jobs a day to pay for the high hospitalization fees for his brother, who had nearly died in the invasion. One day, while working at his restaurant, a Mimic appeared. Due to years of malnutrition and the constant strain on his body, Xen was caught by the Mimic. Just when he thought he was dead, a bright light teleported him to a parallel world. He soon discovered that he had to complete the dream of the original owner of this body—without the memories to guide him.

In the mystical land of Elarion, every young adult faces the Path Ceremony, a rite that determines their life’s purpose. For Aria Evercrest, the choice isn’t simple. Living in the shadow of her mother’s mysterious death, she’s driven by an insatiable curiosity and an unyielding desire to uncover the truth. Against her cautious father’s wishes, Aria chooses the rare and perilous Path of the Seeker—a destiny reserved for those bold enough to uncover the world’s greatest secrets. Accompanied by her loyal friends—Lyric, the clever and sharp-tongued Scholar; Kael, the stoic and fiercely protective Warrior; and Finn, the charming Healer with hidden insecurities—Aria embarks on a journey filled with magic, danger, and discovery. Their quest begins with an ancient map that promises answers about Elarion’s forgotten past, but it quickly becomes clear they are not the only ones searching for it. To check out Character art and design follow on our X (Twitter) page! https://x.com/scottmenga?t=S_ZMZEBP-KwdT17Q4xOtyA&s=09

In a world where cultivation shapes the Celestial Continent, who can unravel the truth behind a forgotten queen? Shrouded in whispers of betrayal and erasure, what forces conspired to erase Layla al-Zahira’s legacy—and why does Emperor Jinhai alone remember her reign? Awakening as Meilin Wuye, heir to the crumbling Silver Lotus Sect, Layla finds herself reborn into the same world she once ruled. Yet everything has changed: her kingdom is gone, her contributions erased from history, and her name reduced to nothing more than a fragile shell. Haunted by fragmented memories of her past life—a glorious yet tragic era marked by triumphs and failures—Layla must navigate the delicate balance between rebuilding her sect and confronting the shadows of her own erased legacy. But this time, she is not alone. Enter Atlas Ryland, the enigmatic merchant whose trading empire thrives on secrets and manipulation. Bound by contracts and mutual survival, Atlas becomes both ally and wildcard, his actions rippling across the empire as he challenges Emperor Jinhai’s iron grip on trade and power. Meanwhile, Emery Voss, a brilliant scholar-engineer obsessed with pushing humanity beyond its limits, partners with Zafira al-Rahim, a vengeful revolutionary driven by the ghosts of oppression. Together, they uncover traces of Layla’s unfinished inventions—artifacts of a forgotten age—and repurpose them for war. But as Emery grapples with the ethical implications of their work, she begins to question whether these relics will bring salvation or destruction. As Layla delves deeper into the mystery of her death and erasure, a lurking evil, ancient and patient, stirs in the depths of this world—an entity tied to the very fabric of reality itself. This is the story of "The Forgotten Queen" and her broken paths.

In the depths of **Tartarus**, a notorious underground prison, chaos erupts as an unknown woman releases **Kim Guwon**, a man who has been in **cryo-stasis** for an unknown period. He is said to possess the **Emperor Eye**, a mysterious power that could change the fate of the world. Upon awakening, Guwon finds himself entangled with **Fate**, a seductive yet enigmatic woman who claims their destinies are intertwined. But before he can fully grasp his situation—or indulge in his newfound desires—his moment of pleasure is cut short by **Victoria Charlotte**, a noblewoman from one of the **Four Great Families**, sworn to protect him. As Guwon regains his strength, he learns that he was once the **Chief of Legion**, an organization tasked with managing **Ascenders**—elite warriors who have crossed the **Gates** to gain unimaginable power. However, before he can reclaim his past, he must contend with **Fate**, who possesses abilities beyond human comprehension and an obsession with him that runs deeper than mere attraction. With **his libido as insatiable as his thirst for answers**, Guwon embarks on a journey filled with **battle, betrayal, and boundless pleasure**—all while uncovering the true power of the **Emperor Eye**. But will he reclaim his rightful place, or will he succumb to the temptations that surround him?

After a tragic accident that claimed the lives of his parents and little sister, Leo, just 17 years old, found himself shouldering all responsibilities alone. By some miracle, he survived the past four months on his own—attending high school, juggling multiple part-time jobs, and enduring sympathetic gazes that pained him. The only respite he found was in books, which offered him an escape and some semblance of joy. One day, while engrossed in the book 'Path of Heroes: Battle Against the End,' his life took an unexpected turn. Halfway through the story, he inexplicably found himself transmigrated into the world of Path of Heroes, inhabiting the body of Azriel Crimson—a character never mentioned in the story's first half. An extra. Someone seemingly irrelevant to the plot. Unfortunately—or perhaps fortunately—fate had other plans, and Leo soon discovered that being a mere extra was not his destiny after all. -------------------------------------- Character illustrations will be available on Discord. Discord: https://discord.gg/9zZ69PVNFJ Also: Powerstone = PS 200 PS = 1 Extra Chapter 400 PS = 2 Extra Chapters 600 PS = 3 Extra Chapters

"Why is it so comfortable? Am I… dead? Is this what dying feels like?" These were Kaelos’ final thoughts as he drifted between consciousness and oblivion, unsure whether he was lying in a hospital bed or standing at death’s doorstep. Never in his wildest dreams did he imagine that his soul would be whisked away to another world—an entirely different realm. And that wasn’t even the most shocking part. He had become a dragon. A newly hatched baby dragon, no less! A crimson beast carrying a mighty bloodline. Yet, despite the power coursing through his veins, his mother—his own kin—was both unfathomably strong and… frustratingly lazy. Thrown into an unfamiliar world, Kaelos must now face its trials and tribulations. But who is he now? He is a red dragon. ... Update Schedule: 2 chapters per day, 14 chapters per week (unless I'm ill or something happens) Chapter Length: 1600-2400 words

The Prodigy's Martial Path In a world where the heavens have fractured and the once-glorious Divine Boundless Universe lies shattered into the Mortal Realm, Immortal Realm, and Divine Realm, cultivation is the only path to power. Yet, in the vast Mortal Realm, where spiritual energy is thin and countless inheritances have been lost to time, ascending the path of cultivation is harder than defying the heavens themselves. Xiao Chen, once the heir of a declining noble family in the Vast Sea Continent, was an average genius—until fate led him to the tomb of a Supreme Immortal. Bestowed with a legacy beyond mortal comprehension, he awakens a destiny unlike any other: to walk the Three Great Paths of Cultivation—Soul, Body, and Qi! With an evolvable Heaven-rank Martial Spirit, a Supreme Soul Technique, a Devouring Physique that refines all energy, and the Heavenly Yin Yang Dragon Bloodline, Xiao Chen is no longer bound by the limits of ordinary cultivators. While others struggle to break through realms, he walks a path that should be impossible—one that will shake the very foundations of existence! But the remnants of the Great Calamity that shattered the universe still linger. Enemies lurk in the shadows, powerful forces seek to suppress his rise, and ancient secrets whisper of a truth that could alter reality itself. As he defies fate, rivals, and the will of heaven itself—can Xiao Chen transcend the realms and reclaim the lost glory of the Mortal World?

In Amukelo, you can expect a fantasy adventure filled with action and complex characters facing tough moral choices. The story involves intense battles, quests across dangerous lands, and a deeper struggle against both demonic forces and inner turmoil. Themes of revenge, redemption, friendship, and the weight of past trauma are woven throughout, with high stakes that escalate as the world faces a growing supernatural threat.

After studying in the Royal academy for six years, Cerdic Brightmoon returns to his family. He is a prodigy in politics, in arts, in philosophy, in martial arts. His relatives believes he can lead the Brightmoon family to new heights. But everything crumbles when a just one girl from a rival family is found to possess a spirit root. In a world where cultivators are revered as Gods, the balance of power shifts overnight. His family is abandoned, isolated, and hunted down. As everything he knows crumbles away, Cerdic realises that all his achievements are nothing before true power. He embarks on a journey, to become a cultivator and to take revenge on those who destroyed his family.

"The unplanned path" tells the story of 16-year-old Sofia Williams, who finds herself pregnant after a night of reckless abandon at a party. As Sofia navigates the challenges of teenage pregnancy, she must confront her own fears, uncertainty, and responsibility. With the support of her best friend Emily and a trusted adult, Sofia learns valuable lessons about safe sex practices, birth control options, and the importance of communication. Through her journey, Sofia comes to understand the significance of education, prevention, and support in preventing teenage pregnancy. # Themes: - Teenage pregnancy and its consequences - Safe sex practices and birth control options - Importance of communication and support - Education and prevention - Personal responsibility and growth # Target Audience: - Young adults (13-25 years old) - Parents and educators seeking to understand and address teenage pregnancy - Healthcare providers and social workers supporting teenagers with unintended pregnancies

Love, lust, and desire... Austin didn't know much about all that in his past life, for he was average in all aspects of his life. A guy who took psychology and math to learn because he couldn't get into biology, the only exciting thing about him being the fact that when he died, he ended up in his favorite eroge game with the task of getting the girls and making the protagonist a loner. Love, like manipulation or time in hell... That was his choice from the God Of Games... The beautiful girls of tsunderes, the sadist, the masochist, the kuudere, and the...yandere, and more. A world with living, breathing women of high status and power who don't like to share... So what happens when Austin goes behind them?... What happens when the Gods that feel nothing feel for him? What happens when he becomes the gigolo of the Gods?... Well, come and find out as he tried to survive among all the crazy women that exist... [There will be a lot of sex scenes, but it might only start after about 60 or so chapters.] (Note: Hey, first of all, this is not a fanfiction! It's true that the beginning of the story and some parts resemble some novels, but none of the characters are related to others from the novel. Also, the story flow will become completely different later!! Again, not a fanfic! The image does not belong to me; if the creator wants to remove it, message me.) My Discord: https://discord.gg/XyYvJ389mg

Creation. Destruction. Life. And Death. Long ago, these four beings existed in harmony...but then ' he ' came. The end of creation. The Lord of destruction. The son of anti life. The death of Death itself. In a zombie apocalypse, one human is chosen as the new vessel of a being older than the world itself. Whilst the world wonders of the horrors around it, it is unaware of the most dangerous threat to ever walk the Earth. Lesley Woodsman, a human survivor in a post apocalypse has to find a way to save the human race from zombies, monsters and... things to horrific to mention. " If he fails...' he'll ' kill, everyone."

This lore serves as the bedrock for Liam’s inevitable transformation in The Architect of Reality, charting the course of his journey from an underestimated Architect to a being capable of reshaping existence itself. It unveils the mysterious origins of the Brush of the Architect, an artifact of immeasurable creative potential, and delves into the ancient conflict that defined the very nature of reality—the battle between creation and destruction.

In a realm between life and death, a nameless boy awakens amidst a sea of whispering reeds, his mind barren of memories. Above him looms a towering spire of light—Eden—calling him forward with a pulse that echoes the hollow ache in his chest. This is the Land of Reeds, a purgatory where lost souls wander, stripped of their pasts, bound by a single purpose: to gather Memory Shards and reclaim their identities.

Thirty years after the world plunged into darkness, a hidden Order seeks to seize godhood, corrupting everything from kingdoms to magic itself. The Kingdom of Spards, once untouched by corruption, now faces threats both internal and external. In this fractured world, a new prodigy rises, bound to the mysterious Book of Eclipse. With unparalleled intellect and a destiny tied to ancient power, he must navigate a reality where truth is a deadly weapon. As forgotten gods awaken, the fate of existence rests in the hands of those brave enough to uncover the truth—but in a world where knowledge means death, who will survive?

He had three major problems in his life. One; he woke up in a room with literally no memory of how he got there. Two; it turns out that an Apocalypse happened three years ago and now the world is completely infested with bizarre creatures. Three; he was forced to join a group filled with completely dysfunctional people that may be more trouble than they are worth it.

Feng Yun thought his story ended the moment he took revenge for his family’s slaughter. But death was just the beginning. Awakening in the void, he is offered a second chance by an unknown entity—at a price. Reincarnated into a ruthless world where the deadly game "The Path to Godhood" has begun, Feng Yun must carve his way through deception, bloodshed, and power struggles. With the memories and skills of his past life intact, he has one goal: to survive, rise, and uncover the true purpose of this treacherous world. In a realm where only the strong dictate fate, will he seize power—or be consumed by it?

Demon’s Path: A New Dawn Synopsis: After years of struggle, Pedro has finally built a life of stability, running a successful blacksmith business alongside his devoted wife, whose healing center brings hope to many. But when an old enemy resurfaces, Micso finds himself gripped by self-doubt, questioning whether he still has the strength to fight. As fear threatens to consume him, his wife’s wisdom and patience guide him toward clarity, reminding him of the courage he once wielded. As the final battle looms, Pedro must confront his past and rediscover his inner strength. Victory not only brings him wealth but also transforms his wife's healing center into a renowned institution, drawing people from distant lands. His blacksmith business flourishes, securing his place as a master craftsman. But the true triumph lies in the lessons learned—strength is not just in battle but in resilience, wisdom, and the bonds that endure through every trial.

The Hatching, an event granting the greatest powers and abilities to all lucky enough to experience it. Humanity maintain what remains of their of their rule, their status as overlords threatened, by an insatiable foe - Human nature and greed. Rowin, a once normal teenager whose life was changed forever by the hatching is forced to adapt to his new life. Can he achieve his ambitions with the power granted to him by fate or will he fail and be corrupted by power, like countless others before him?

Chin Huang was nothing special in his past life a depressed office worker stuck in a boring cycle of work, eating and sleep. He died alone, with no one to miss him, only to wake up as the son of a powerful merchant family in a world of cultivation. Wealth, influence, a second chance at life he had it all. Or so he thought. At fifteen his talent for cultivation was revealed: D-Tier. No spirit. With his future as heir shattered he was sent on a trading expedition tasked with securing deals to prove his worth. But when his caravan is ambushed by bandits They fought of the bandit later they set up camp somewhere in the forest later at night they were a attack by a group of beast men. he finds himself buried under a pile of corpses, left to rot in the darkness. Starving, broken, and on the brink of insanity, Kong Huang stumbles upon a mysterious sword and a forgotten cultivation manual. But just as hope flickers, he discovers the true cost of power one that demands more than just effort. To survive, he must abandon his past self and embrace the unknown and carve his path through a world where only the strong thrive. And for the first time he refuses to be weak.

A boy awakens with no memories except one—the sight of his parents being viciously slain before his eyes,whilst he himself was too weak to stop it. With nothing but rage and an unrelenting desire for vengeance, he sets out across the continent, determined to become the strongest and reach the pinnacle of power. As he hones his skills and uncovers fragments of his past throughout his journey, he learns that his enemies are far more powerful—and his history far darker—than he ever imagined. But no matter the cost, he will not stop until the ones who took everything from him are destroyed.