A Different Path

Continue to thrive as feelings of despair should not stop you.

James Allan grew up as the sole heir to one of the most powerful duke houses in the kingdom of Solene, with a kind heart that set him apart from his overbearing father. But when his father perished under suspicious circumstances, James’s world unravelled. Betrayed by his beloved wife and closest friends, he watched helplessly as they tore apart his inheritance, leaving him destitute and broken. As he drifted through the depths of despair, a dark alter ego emerged within him—a relentless, shadowed version of himself, driven by hatred and vengeance. This sinister self, whispering at his moments of hesitation, became both a curse and a source of newfound strength, pushing James to embrace his darkest instincts. ................ "They took everything from you," the voice hissed. "And you’re just going to let them walk away?" “I’m not… I can’t.” "Can’t? Or won’t?" The voice sneered. "You’re weak. They need to bleed, James. Take back what’s yours, and let them suffer for every betrayal.” ............. Setting out across the dangerous lands of Veloria, James learns magics, hones his deadly skills, and forms alliances with those who share his disdain for the powerful. Fueled by vengeance, he returns to his kingdom, weaving a web of psychological warfare and manipulation. One by one, he targets the families of those who wronged him, turning allies into enemies and planting seeds of distrust and betrayal. But as he delves deeper into his plans, the alter ego grows stronger, threatening to erase any last traces of humanity within him. With the kingdom’s nobility now trapped in his game of deceit, James stands on the edge of darkness, facing the ultimate question: Will he become the ruthless master of his fate, or be consumed entirely by the monster he has created within? In a world where power and cruelty reign, follow James Allan's descent from a man betrayed to a villain forged by vengeance—a tale of inner darkness, lost kindness, and a battle for control that will change the world forever.

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

A young man named Du Wei, dismissed as a “fool” and a “good-for-nothing,” endures constant ridicule and scorn. But then, he stumbles upon an unexpected chance: by selling his soul to a demon, he could seize the power to rewrite his fate. Beauty, strength, wealth, and authority—such temptations dangle before him, and Du Wei resolutely decides to step onto the path of this dark bargain. With every deal, he begins to overturn the rules of his world, carving his own road to power. No longer shackled by the label of "worthless," Du Wei embarks on the journey to rise as a force to be reckoned with, driven by a burning ambition to one day bring the entire world to its knees...

Cassie Porter is a seasoned operative who believes she has completed her final mission. However, a mysterious briefcase leads her down a perilous path, entangling her in a web of deceit and betrayal she thought she'd left behind. As she fights to escape a powerful shadow from her past, she finds herself hunted by Adam, the man who once saved her but now wants her dead. With only cryptic clues to guide her, Cassie must uncover the truth and confront the darkness within herself. There is no turning back; she’s on a path with no return.

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

Azel woke up in a crypt with no memory of who or even what he is. When he encounters a rather unfriendly duo he discovers that his true nature is that of a ticking time bomb. Desperate to maintain his humanity, Azel agrees to accompany the two to a civilisation that actively despises his nature. And it certainly doesn't help when he finds himself in the middle of a power struggle between individuals he can't even fathom.

In a world beyond worlds, far removed from the concepts of time and space, there exists a mysterious tree. Seven friends encounter this tree after a series of unfortunate events, resulting in their deaths. Now, they are fated to be reborn over and over again, bound by a System they know little about. This is their story, a tale of tragedy, overcoming impossible odds, and surmounting mortality...

In a world where power is gained through spiritual cultivation, Wang Lin is reborn with the aid of a mysterious RPG system.Determining to grow up in a world dominated by ruthless forces and powerful sects, Wang Lin will face brutal challenges and moral choices, in a journey to discover the true meaning of strength and how far you are willing to go to earn your place among

In a world where supernatural threats loom large, Paladins are elite warriors entrusted with safeguarding humanity from monstrous creatures and powerful awakened individuals. Trained in combat and strategy, these heroes ascend the ranks, bound by duty and honor. Theon Abara, a young and introspective soul, embarks on his journey to become a Paladin. Often lost in thought and wrestling with self-doubt, he possesses a quiet determination to grow stronger. Though reserved, Theon is perceptive and capable, shaped by a rough past. He struggles to feel at ease among his peers, harboring deep curiosity about the world and a calm presence. Uncertain of his potential, Theon seeks his place in the ranks, determined to confront his insidious past while forging his future.

Emily Wilson and Julian styles have been friends since middle school. Emily is a innocent and shy girl and mostly remains invisible in school with only a few friend while Julian is a typical bad boy, hunk of the school there was no girl who didn't had a crush in him. Everyone thought there friendship was odd but in secret Emily had a crush on him afraid of telling him that this might ruin their friendship little did she knew Julian also liked her . How long will these two oddballs will continue th hide their feelings for each other . Read yourself to find out

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?

Abandoned as a baby and raised in the harshest streets of a city that shunned him, Elias has known nothing but poverty, pain, and survival. With no talent for magic or swordsmanship, he ekes out a miserable existence as a pickpocket, enduring the scorn and cruelty of those around him. But when he is beaten within an inch of his life and left to die, a mysterious old man intervenes, sacrificing himself to grant Elias a second chance—a chance to unlock a hidden power within him.As Elias grapples with the newfound magic coursing through his veins, he quickly realizes that this gift is more curse than blessing. The magic is wild, untamed, and dangerous, and it’s only a matter of time before it consumes him entirely. Desperate for answers, Elias sets out on a perilous journey to the Academy, the seat of magical knowledge, where he hopes to find the key to mastering his power.But the path ahead is fraught with danger, and Elias is not the only one interested in the mysterious power he now possesses. Dark forces are at work, and secrets from his forgotten past begin to surface. As he delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding his abilities, Elias will discover that his fate is tied to something far greater—and far more dangerous—than he could ever have imagined.

an amalgam of various fairytales, folklore and fables making a unique story of a band of rogues who fight evil fairies who plan to raze their world to ash.

In a world filled with magical beasts and humans, the boy who cares about nothing else but adventure, is about to flip the entire continent of Baltica upside down. Tadas's adventure is filled with romance and blood as he paves his path to supremacy. His goal is to restore his path of cultivation which has been lost in ages, proving everybody, that his clan is truly the best in the world!

Several years ago, in the year 2099, the world as we know it thus far had fractured. The sky, or what we knew as it cracked, revealing that Earth was never alone—it was merely an island in a larger land. https://discord.gg/83y6nXUKcC

This is a story. But you most likely already expected that since everything is a story. But this particular story is about a particular topic. Depair. Quite the word isn’t it? Despair can lead to a lot of things. Murder, suicide, hatred, depression. and you will see it all happen to our one and only mc. This is about the story from one of the most powerful people in the world. And yet, this one is longing for nothing more than death. Despair has already overtaken him and he will tell you why. The past, before everything happened. All kinds of horrors and a whole lot of other things. This is the story of the one known as the essence king. ………………………………………………………… If you read this, thank you. as you can probably see from my chapters, I ain't the best writer. I just do this for fun but I’m also quite hopeful for this. All of the things you read above will most likely happen. Except suicide of course. He would’ve been quite happy if that happened ‘to him’. There are chances that I will not upload for some periods of time since I’m still in school and work and stuff but I doubt that that will be a problem for most since this isn’t exactly a masterpiece of a story. Again, thank you for giving this shitty story a chance.

Many aspire to reach the summit. Some fail miserably and fall; others give up halfway through. Yet, only a fortunate few actually make it to the top and sit upon the peak. So, Edward West, which will you be? Will you join the ranks of the unlucky and fail spectacularly, or will you be one of the rare few who succeed? Let’s find out. I look forward to seeing what you can achieve. #parallel universe #sports #multiplepovs #geniusmc

Ethan, who just turned 16, has lived in both the United States and Korea. Moving frequently, he struggled to form lasting connections. Returning to Korea, his birthplace, to study, he has no idea that everything is about to change. He'll soon discover that the impossible doesn’t exist and his perspective on the world will transform. Along the way, he'll make lifelong friends who will support him on this journey.

Noah was a hardened soldier versed in the way of wars and battles on Earth, wading through multiple battles with his friends. The only friends he had in his world. In the end, humans were humans. Before greed, things like friendships didn't matter much. Before treasures that could change the course of their lives, that could elevate them to greatness, Noah was betrayed. Left to die by the same friends who had fought with him side by side for multiple years. But his journey wasn't over. Through unknown methods, he was reincarnated. Waking up in a younger body with magnificent potential, Noah, now plagued by the betrayal of his past, forges his path with his exceptional talent, possessing the legendary Space and Gravity type Battlesouls. He brings with him his Battle experience from his past life and a cold heart forged from his close encounters with the true nature of humans. With his new identity, he seeks strength and power, aiming to achieve one thing. To live his life uncontrolled by others. Will his stone cold heart be melted once more or will his silent wrath sweep across the world he had ventured into? *** "If there's one thing I hate the most in this world…" With two swings, the boy's arms and legs detached from his body, falling limply at his side. "… It's betrayal."

Becoming a Devourer wasn't exactly on my bucket list, but hey, life has a way of throwing curveballs - or in my case, man-eating beasts. Sure, I could blame it on the irresistible taste of beast meat, but let's be honest, curiosity and a hefty dose of bad luck played their parts too. Little did I know that one impulsive snack would catapult me into a world where death lurks around every corner, hunger is a constant companion, and 'close call' becomes my middle name. From navigating the treacherous politics of the large cities to facing off against beasts that make your worst nightmares look like fluffy kittens, my life quickly became a non-stop rollercoaster of 'oh crap' moments. But this isn't just my story. It's also the tale of four others whose paths intertwine with mine in ways I never could have imagined. (Though between you and me, I'm clearly the star of this show.) Together, we're fumbling our way through a world where power comes at a price, alliances shift like sand, and the line between human and monster blurs with every bite. So buckle up, dear reader. You're in for a wild ride filled with dark humor, questionable decisions, and more adrenaline-pumping action than you can shake a spear at. Welcome to my Path as a Devourer - where staying alive is the ultimate goal, and dinner might just eat you back. Discord: https://discord.gg/EeZKdbrsHF

In The Distant Future, Where Robots, Advanced Technology and Bio-Humans co-exist, there lies another thing in Society, Super Powers, and with everyone having Superpowers there is the everyman like Rex who tries to make use of his bad power to climb to the top, What will happen Next? Find out in a Hero’s Path!

In 2080, virtual reality games have become immensely popular, revolutionizing entertainment into a captivating and immersive experience. Leading the charge is Ancient Arena Online, a game that draws millions with its thrilling, high-stakes competitions where teams compete in PVP matches using virtual avatars. Les, who once managed a professional team in The Hub, faces a significant setback when a jealous teammate frames him, resulting in his expulsion and damaging his reputation. Carrying the burden of his past mistakes, Les stumbles upon The Ancient Arena Online, an innovative VR game that fuses magic and sports. As a normie-of-all-trades who has dabbled in various skills without committing to any single path, he begins to question his own abilities. In this new environment, he discovers his unique class, Soul Reflector, which grants him the power to experience and relive the lives of others. Driven to redeem himself, Les sets off on an extraordinary adventure through magical dungeons teeming with upgraded animal beasts and competitive arenas. Each life he experiences imparts valuable lessons, unveiling hidden talents and deepening his self-awareness. Throughout his journey, he meets both friends and foes who challenge him in unforeseen ways. As Les navigates the intricate world of The Hub, he is inspired not only by his ambition to reclaim his former glory but also by a desire to mentor a new team of aspiring players and help them realize their potential. His prior experience as a manager in Ancient Arena Online proves to be a crucial asset as he leads them on their quest for greatness.

Exploited by a heartless industry and unfortunately struck by a serious illness, one crosses over to another world without knowing whether one will live or die. Here, it is an era of swords and magic, and also the most primitive state of human existence. That is the law of the jungle, where the strong prey on the weak. The threat to people doesn't just come from dangerous exotic beasts. Sometimes, human hearts are even more dangerous. For some weak lives, survival is already a difficult thing. Let's see how the male protagonist experiences what kind of adventures and how he chooses a way to survive on such a different world continent.