Gateway Runners

Cassandra’s decision to defend herself upon reaching the gateway to Heaven led her to a reversed world—a matriarchal society ruled by women. But the truth is, there’s more to it than she knows or can even imagine.

In a world where dreams are a gateway to the unknown, Toby Robinson's life is about to take a dramatic turn. After inheriting the mysterious Dream System, Toby discovers he can venture into the realm of dreams, unlocking supernatural adventures and unimaginable possibilities. But with great power comes great responsibility, and Toby's newfound abilities have caught the attention of unknown forces. As he delves deeper into the world of dreams, Toby must confront the dark secrets surrounding the Dream System's origins and the true intentions of its creators. Will this carefree teenager be able to harness the power of the Dream System to save his world, or will the weight of destiny crush him? Dive into the thrilling adventures of Toby Robinson as he navigates the blurred lines between dreams and reality. [Congratulations, You Have Inherited The Dream System]

350 years ago, mysterious realms began to appear on Earth, each serving as a gateway to unique and otherworldly dimensions. Humans were summoned to these realms, chosen to become heroes and granted abilities tailored to the worlds they entered. Each journey promised adventure, but the cost of these newfound powers was far greater than anyone could imagine. WARNING: This is not your typical isekai novel. It delves into the dark truths of humanity exploring raw emotions, the grim reality of war, the weight of sacrifice, and the cold grip of manipulation. This story challenges the very essence of heroism and survival. Prepare for an unforgiving journey where even victory comes at a price. [Discord: https://discord.gg/vJK65GC6 ]

In 2120, a massive gateway that connects Earth with the Otherworld replaced the Aels boulder in central Australia. The Earth, representative of science, and the Otherworld, representative of magic, subsequently made contact and two wars broke out. Both wars inflicted enormous damage on both sides, eventually leading them to choose peace negotiations, and thereby marking a thirty-year era of peaceful exchanges between Earth and the Otherworld. Even though both sides chose to coexist peacefully, they each coveted the other's benefits. With the impending arrival of the third inter-world war, Earth's Otherworld combat General Staff Headquarters decided to secretly dispatch an advance team to the Otherworld to conduct pre-war reconnaissance. As a hybrid of Earthlings and Otherworld elves, Luoer, after secretly studying and training for over twenty years in Haiya Academy, which specializes in cultivating hybrids of Earthlings and Otherworld inhabitants, will soon lead his squad into an exciting adventure in the unknown Otherworld. Swords and magic? No, this is a world of guns and magic!

Fate knows that timid people won't amuse her, so she serves them plain death as a conclusion. But brave-hearted heroes like the sixteen year old Kanito Aramishi are often met by her appraisals. Returning home one night from his high school's farewell party, Kanito finds himself struck in an array of supernatural events. He is stabbed in the chest by a mysterious man, a red magical circle was drawn on the ground which now nourished by his blood is activated and will serve as a gateway for demons to infiltrate Earth. He sees a blue portal in the sky from where a man comes down to save him. In a desperate attempt, the man takes Kanito to a totally different world. Kanito never thought the night he will bid farewell to his school will also be the night when he will have to bid farewell to his own world. The cruelty of this new world and beyond slowly starts to manifest itself in many different devastating forms Being caught in the middle of this mayhem, Kanito finds his morals dwindling. Will he be able to maintain his principles or will he give in to fate? Those will answered as the march of time continues, revealing Kanito's and eventually the World's true purpose.

“Come not between the Dragon and his Wrath.” — William Shakespeare The year was 2140, and Earth was nothing but a distant memory. Humanity now drifted through the galaxies aboard colossal ARKs, massive skyships that served as the last bastions of civilization. Yet, these ARKs were more than just floating cities; they were humanity’s last containers, preserving what remained of their species. A century before Earth's final collapse, humanity discovered a gateway to a realm known as Eternia — a fantastical world straight out of myth and legend. Reaching this realm required more than just advanced technology; it demanded a complete departure from the physical body and entry into a mysterious process known as the Dream Weave. In the present day, Cloud lived aboard ARK NO. 427, where he had been training from a young age to step into the Dream Weave. He was a standout among his peers, excelling in every tasks that came his way. Everything seemed to be on track for him — until the pivotal day of the Class Selection process.

In the sprawling waste zones of Ashfield, a city choked by the refuse of a broken society, Jack Vesper sorts through discarded junk with no real future in sight. At 25, he's just another misfit, another person tossed aside by the world, now working a grueling job as a garbage sorter. The days are monotonous, but when he stumbles upon a strange, black metal sphere buried deep in the trash, everything changes. Curious, Jack presses a hidden button on the sphere, releasing a small black chip into his hand. It feels heavy with mystery and potential, too precise to be just another piece of discarded tech. With no one else around on a slow Saturday shift, Vesper pockets the chip and continues his work, unaware that this seemingly insignificant object is about to pull him into a new, dangerous world. Jack's curiosity gets the better of him, and he travels to a long-forgotten lab on the outskirts of the city. The lab, once a hub for cutting-edge research, is now abandoned, its halls lined with old maps, blueprints, and cryptic notes. As he begins to study the charts, he discovers a book of labyrinths spanning the globe-labyrinths not just made of stone, but of technology and power, their existence hidden from the world. Some of these labyrinths hold secrets of unimaginable value; others, unfathomable dangers. The chip seems to be a key-a gateway into these labyrinths. As Jack begins to piece together the labyrinth's secrets, he realizes that it could lead him to a power unlike anything the world has ever known. But with that power comes the threat of those who would stop at nothing to control it. The line between friend and foe blurs, and Vesper must navigate not only the physical maze but the twisted web of secrets and lies surrounding him. The adventure begins with one small chip-and the future depends on what Jack discovers within the labyrinth's depths.

Sunny O'Neil is brokenhearted. Sent to Ireland to stay with her great-aunt Fiona to heal and recover only to discover she comes from an ancient line of peacekeepers whose destiny is to protect and defend the people of her world and the world where myths are real!

In a world where the boundaries between realities blur, The Last Guardian of Sambo Mountain follows Anya, a young scholar who stumbles upon a mysterious artifact that opens a gateway to a parallel dimension. She embarks on a perilous journey to the fabled Sambo Mountain, where legends speak of ancient powers that protect the balance of both worlds. As she delves deeper into the mountain's secrets, Anya uncovers her own hidden lineage as a descendant of the guardians who have long protected this enigmatic place. Along the way, she crosses paths with Kaelan, a former king bound to a curse, who guides her through dangers both mystical and mortal. Together, they face the dark forces led by Rheskhar, an ancient sorcerer bent on harnessing the mountain's power to reshape the world. Twists of fate, ancient magic, and a growing bond between Anya and Kaelan propel them toward a final showdown at the heart of Sambo Mountain. But with the fabric of both worlds at risk, Anya must make a sacrifice that could alter the course of history forever. Will she become the next guardian and protect the delicate balance of the universe, or will the dark forces rise to conquer it all? An epic tale of adventure, magic, and sacrifice, The Last Guardian of Sambo Mountain is a captivating journey that explores the power of destiny, the strength of the human spirit, and the eternal fight between light and shadow.

In a world where virtual reality blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, Ethan Voss enters Eterna Online hoping for an escape from his broken life. Once a gifted student, Ethan's future was shattered by chronic illness, leaving him isolated in a world of limitations. But Eterna Online is more than a game—it’s a gateway to an alternate dimension, where magic and technology coexist, and the very fate of Earth is at stake. As Ethan builds his empire using trade, diplomacy, and shadowy alliances, he uncovers a dangerous truth: the Fusion, a cosmic event where both worlds will collide, threatens to consume Earth. To survive, Ethan must outmaneuver powerful in-game factions and real-world forces, while leveraging his unique understanding of both realms. As cities and magical artifacts bleed into the real world, chaos erupts, and Ethan’s quiet rise to power becomes a battle for control of both dimensions. With rivals, gods, and governments vying for supremacy, Ethan must decide: will he save humanity, or reshape it under his rule? In a world where strategy, power, and patience reign, Ethan’s ascent to emperor will change everything.

Eli Turner had perfected the art of coasting through life, gaming, lounging, and vibing with no grand ambitions beyond the next high. But his laid-back existence is upended when his laptop inexplicably transforms into a gateway to another world. What starts as a surreal escape becomes a perilous journey as Eli finds himself wielding a mysterious system that allows him to level up, fight monsters, and gain abilities beyond his wildest dreams. At first, the portal world feels like a haven, offering purpose and adventure Eli never knew he craved. Guided, or manipulated, by Azrael, a mischievous god orchestrating the game, Eli rises as one of the system's chosen players. But as the quests grow more dangerous and Azrael’s true intentions begin to surface, Eli struggles to balance the fantasy world with his life back home. His girlfriend, Sara, and his friends are left grappling with a version of Eli they hardly recognize, as the lines between his two lives blur. When the system expands to players worldwide, Eli crosses paths with others drawn into Azrael’s cosmic experiment: Yumi Tanaka, a fiercely disciplined Japanese student with a perfectionist streak, and Arjun Mehta, a charming Indian playboy with secrets of his own. Each carries their own burdens and ambitions, but all three must face the harsh truth: Azrael’s game is far more than it seems. As alliances are forged, rivalries ignite, and the stakes escalate, Eli must confront not only the dangers of the portal world but the growing rift between the person he is and the hero he’s becoming. In a game where every move is a test and every choice ripples across both worlds, the question remains: can Eli, Yumi, and Arjun uncover the truth before the system consumes them all?

[Survival + Level up + Apocalyptic Settings + Ether magic + Eldritch beings] The world changed forever three years ago when the first Gate appeared. The Gates brought the world to their first contact with Ether, a strange energy that rewrote the rules of the world. Ether became the key to survival, granting strange powers to some while driving others to insanity. [The Gateway to the Wilderness is about to open. Contestants, please proceed to the teleportation zone and prepare yourselves.] This was not a game for enjoyment. It was a death game, where only the strong, or the merciless, could survive.

“My Existence is a bully to the word Existence itself." Quote from Patrick. Patrick, a regular arrogant kid with extremely attractive looks and a high IQ, lived in the alternate version of Earth. But in this alternate Earth, there were awakened humans who possessed abilities beyond the scope of human knowledge. Yet, despite living in an awakened world, Patrick didn't awaken any ability. But just when he was annoyed with his unawakened life, he acquired an unknown entity called a system. With that, it opened a gateway of infinite possibilities that caused the existence of the story "GOD OF ALL SYSTEMS."

In a world forever changed by the appearance of mysterious portals, Earth is no longer the only frontier. These gateways lead to the Forsaken World, an incomprehensibly vast and dangerous plane filled with deadly creatures, uncharted lands, and untold opportunities. For those daring enough to enter, the risk of death is constant—but so is the promise of evolution. Evolvers grow stronger by hunting the Forsaken World’s monstrous inhabitants, absorbing their essence to gain power and face ever-greater challenges. The portals have drawn countless seekers of strength, power, and survival—each gambling with their lives. Victor grew up on the fringes of this new society. Orphaned and excluded, even by those meant to care for him, he was forced into a life of theft just to survive. After nearly losing his place in the orphanage, he began stealing from the wealthy to pay his way, juggling a double life as a diligent student and desperate thief. Driven by the need to escape his circumstances and provide for those he cares about, Victor sees the Forsaken World as both his greatest risk and his only chance. With alliances forming and enemies closing in, he must decide: will he fall to the dangers of the Forsaken World, or rise as one of its greatest Evolvers?

Josep frowned as he looked at the few newspapers spread out on the table. In an instant, he understood Annelie's point. Seeing the seriousness of the situation, Josep waved his hand to the guards who were still in the room. ‘Leave us.’ he ordered. As soon as the guards left and the door closed. The atmosphere in the room became more private. Annelie, who had been watching Josep's movements unconsciously, sensed that something was different. Those orderly and deliberate movements, as if the leader was used to dealing with pressure. However, she could not forget what he was for yesterday. ‘All the commotion in town,’ Annelie said, pointing to a pile of newspapers, ‘has one brain behind it. And as Duke, you must immediately arrest whoever is responsible for this mess.’ Josep leaned back in his chair, his seemingly flat face hiding something that caught his attention. ‘So, you believe that all this social chaos has been organised by one person?’ Josep asked in a flat voice. Annelie nodded before continuing, ‘I've read all this over and over again. Although all of these papers were written by different authors and printed in different presses, their writing styles are suspiciously similar.’ Annelie began to point out some examples that could be used as evidence for her conversation that afternoon through the newspaper. ‘The key sentences used seem like they came from a single thought. This is no coincidence, a person or group must be controlling this information to set the narrative in Eldbourne.’ Annelie's continuation made Josep stare at the newspaper calmly. Although in the back of his mind, he knew that Annelie was off the girl's track. ‘When is Lord Harrington home?’ A question that annoyed Annelie because Josep was trying to divert the conversation from a topic that he thought was very important. ‘He should be home. But, what does that have to do with my father?’ Annelie asked in an annoyed tone. Josep did not answer directly. But the young man got up from his seat and walked over to Annelie before looking at her for a moment and saying, ‘I'll take you home.’ Annelie was surprised by Josep's change in demeanour. However, Annelie should not have delved further into the riots that took place in Eldbourne. The events of that day were the gateway that made Annelie always remember the impudence that changed the fate of her life in the future. Which is full of darkness and gripping secrets.

This story is about a thaumaturgist who gets transported to another world through a gateway made by him through thaumaturgy.

People despise me because I don't have a good job or money. Even my fiancee is considering breaking up with me because I don't have a new house or car. But everything will change! With the gateway to the Elven Realm, the stats and abilities I will develop, and the riches I will gain will be enough! I will shout to the whole world; "My name is Eren!"

"The Strange Presence" follows Aria, a young woman who moves to Lahore for her higher education and starts living alone in a spacious apartment with a stunning view of the city. Initially, her life seems perfect—she enjoys her independence, her studies, and her part-time job. But everything changes when she begins to sense an eerie presence in her apartment. One night, Aria discovers a shadowy figure sitting on her couch, staring at the wall. Initially dismissing it as her imagination, she soon learns that the apartment harbors a secret—a gateway to a ghost world. The ghostly figure she saw is not an ordinary spirit but a protector, guarding her from malicious entities lurking in the supernatural realm. As Aria delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers a love that transcends life and death, but one that can never be fully realized. Torn between her growing feelings for the ghost and the dangers lurking in the spirit world, Aria must navigate the fine line between the living and the dead. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the unbreakable bond between souls, even when they are worlds apart.

In the city's bustling streets, where the sounds of progress drown out the whispers of the past, a young law student named Liham is about to unravel a deadly secret. His new apartment, a humble abode of solitude, becomes a gateway to a realm of terror, where the living and the dead entwine. As he delves into his studies, the shadows of his apartment come alive, taunting him with macabre nightmares and unexplained occurrences. The lines between reality and the supernatural blur, and he suspects that his new home has a dark history. The ghostly apparition of a young girl, a former tenant, materializes, pleading for his help in uncovering the truth behind her tragic demise.

So basically this is Maze Runner, mixed with Kill the Sun mixed with some random novels I've read and games I've played, so Enjoy! Also this is my first time writing so I'm sure it'll be filled with plot holes and inconsistency and stuff, but I hope you'll enjoy it regardless. . . . Also although I posted it, Im still fixing a lot of errors and spelling mistakes and stuff, I was kinda nervous that I would somehow delete all of them if I didnt post the chapters, sorry.

‘She hadn't seen the world, yet she was going to discover a new one’ Elia and Ella never knew there could be a gateway to another world... But how did they encounter a gateway and what do they find. What lies in the strength of a mother- daughter bond. There might be another side to the plot. Disclaimer: The book might be a little slow paced at the beginning. Please bear with me as I have to get some things down before I start to really dive into the thrilling parts. Stick along with me and you just might realize it was worth it.

The world Abe Hakashi knew is gone. The monsters saw to that. After mysterious rifts tore through Earth, humanity’s population was decimated, dropping from 8 billion to a mere million. Some escaped through the rifts, venturing into strange new worlds. Others weren’t so fortunate, succumbing to the horrors that poured from hellish gateways called "bridges." In the ruins of civilization, the survivors built Stargaze City, a fragile beacon of hope in an unforgiving world. At its heart lies a unique rift—a gateway to a dungeon that grants those brave enough to enter magical abilities known as skills. These powers are humanity’s last line of defense, the only way to push back against the endless threats that stalk the land.

There is always the desire to be the strongest, the fastest, the smartest, and to reach the apex of everything. To some, they believe that talent determines everything. To others, hard work is more important. For many to reach the apex of any field a combination of talent, hard work, and determination is needed. In a world where powerful demons, unkillable immortals, and strange monsters ran amok. Where human lives were treated on the same level as ants. Yoze, a young man who had transmigrated from Earth to this dangerous world could only rely on his hard work, strong will, and his cheat, the Second Best System to that makeup for his lack of talent and resources. With his desire to improve his family's life and his ambition to surpass human limits, he set his eyes on passing the Scholar exam as he took his first step toward dominating the world. Whether it was humans, demons, monsters, immortals, or gods they all were within his sights and would soon become a stepping stone for his rise to excellence. "You are a genius of 1000 years. Okay, I'm a genius of 900 years. I'll surpass you in three years." "You are the most talented runner in the world. That's okay, I'm fine with being the second most talented runner but I bet I can surpass you in three months." "Having the most talent doesn't mean anything unless you use it. You are born with talent. I earned it. You are afraid of demons while I cherish seeing every demon." Yoze smiled as he looked at the nine-headed immortal under his feet. "I heard that Immortals can't die. Let's test that rumor." As Yoze advanced on his journey he slowly discovered that there was no supreme power system or logic that this strange world followed. Whether the Spiritual Energy that the demons monopolized, the Crystal Energy that could create entire worlds, or the Inner Vigor that humans held close to their hearts. Yoze was determined to become the master of them all!

Astra Wilson, a demonologist from Los Angeles, embarks on a groundbreaking expedition with her partner, Marcus Ryan, to uncover an ancient occult temple buried in the Egyptian desert. Hidden within the temple lies a mysterious sword, believed to be a key to a gateway to Hell. When Astra accidentally activates the sword with her blood, she unwittingly awakens its dark power. She takes the sword to a British museum, where it is unknowingly stored—until the sword's activation triggers a partial opening of the infernal gateway. Demons pour forth, possessing the dead and turning them into vessels of destruction. This cataclysm begins in Egypt and quickly spreads across Britain and the rest of the world, plunging humanity into an apocalyptic nightmare. The demon-possessed corpses infect the living by marking their hearts, slowly killing them and paving the way for more demonic hosts. Astra and Marcus join forces with a band of survivors, determined to end the demonic plague. The demons seek the sword to fully open the gateway and unleash the full forces of Hell upon the mortal world. As Astra uncovers the devastating truth—that her actions caused the apocalypse—she learns the only way to close the portal is by sacrificing herself. In a harrowing race against time, Astra fights to recover the sword and make the ultimate sacrifice, but not without losing those she holds dear. Though her heroic act succeeds in halting the first apocalypse, her story does not end there. Astra returns, transformed into a demon driven to orchestrate a second, even deadlier apocalypse that threatens to annihilate humanity. Now, the remaining survivors must confront their former ally, battling not only to stop her but also to restore her humanity before the forces of Hell consume the world entirely.

In the dim light of the Musuem, Ethan stumbled upon an old, dust-covered pocket watch, its brass surface tarnished with age. As he turned it over in his hands, a strange energy pulsed through him, and the air shimmered like a mirage. Little did he know, this was no ordinary timepiece; it was a gateway to the past, a relic of a forgotten age.

Sachi has lived a life devoid of the love and friendship that many take for granted, having lost her parents at a young age. However, following a tragic school bus accident, she and her classmates are reincarnated in a divine realm and tasked with saving a new world. Full of hope for a brighter future, Sachi eagerly accepts her new life. As part of the reincarnation process, each person is accompanied by a God or Goddess to guide them on their journey. While Sachi's classmates are chosen by powerful deities and are granted impressive abilities, Sachi is chosen by the non-combat Goddess Athena. The two of them, being weak and lacking in offensive power, are belittled and bullied by the other Gods and students. Despite the disdain of those around them, Sachi and Athena form a close friendship and support each other through all trials. However, their bonds are tested when they are betrayed by those they thought were their allies and find themselves under attack from the fearsome Heavenly Guardian Beast, Fenrir. Despite the odds, Sachi and Athena manage to survive and defeat the beast, and others begin to recognize Sachi's true, overpowering potential. Determined to protect each other and lead a happy life, Sachi and Athena embark on a journey to save Isleguard, facing many challenges along the way. Will they be able to overcome these obstacles and achieve their goal? Note for readers : Please forgive me if you find the volume 1 terrific, but that was the time I started writing for the first time and it has improved considerably from volume 2 with volume 1 currently under a rewrite. \_(ツ)_/ ̄ Join discord community to have access to a large number of illustrations related to the chapter and also keep getting informed about the chapter release dates and news.   Join discord community - https://discord.com/invite/WUGFUxbpbd \_(ツ)_/ ̄ SUPPORT ME IN MY WRITING ̄\_(ツ)_/ ̄   Till now I have published from volume one to volume seven for free. And I hope to continue to do so even now. It has really been an exciting work for me to narrate you the story of our main character who fights her way to the bottom of abyss with her magic and skills and then eventually storms in the outside world. Keeping the text error free takes a lot of revisions and consumes time, but no work is ever perfect. With your support and reviews I know that I have improved a lot in my writing. You can support my writing by reviewing my book on the platform you are reading or especially rate my book on Amazon Kindle. And even now I am asking for a bit more that if you voluntarily support my writing then you can do it now by donating me.   Paypal - paypal.me/Harshitintelligent   Buy me a coffee at - https://ko-fi.com/noelelitia   You can support me from (razorpay gateway) - https://rzp.io/l/LgC54Q3   Even a little amount helps. I hope that you keep enjoying my work and in knowing the interesting characters which will be constantly introduced to you in the story. I hope that the next chapter too proves to be to your liking!

Two sisters enter the world of a book they read after purchasing it at a yard sale from a peculiar old lady. Little do they know that everything they read was real. And it was never a book, but a portal. A gateway hidden in plain sight which led to another world. A world of magic, demons and curses. A world they once lived in. Waking up in the bodies of people from a forgotten time, haunted by strange dreams of death and a voice which informs them that they must defeat a Demon Lord if they wish to survive. There is no mention of returning home. What could these ladies possibly do? Will they take action and fight? Or will they succumb to these most unusual set of circumstances? One thing is certain, they have far too much in common with the bodies they're possessing. THE COVER IS NOT MINE.

Antology of short stories in the universe of Infinite: The Fracture. A gateway for new readers and universe expansion for fans.

Captain Henry Donnager expected a quiet career babysitting a dusty relic in Area 51. But when a test unlocks a portal to a world of knights and magic, he's thrust into command of Alpha Team, an elite unit tasked with exploration. They join the local Adventurers Guild, seeking to unravel the secrets of this fantastical realm and the ancient gateway's creators. As their quests reveal the potent forces of magic, they inadvertently entangle in the volatile politics between local rivalling factions. With American technology and ancient secrets in the balance, Henry's team navigates alliances and hostilities, enlisting local legends and air support in their quest. In a land where dragons loom, they discover that modern warfare's might—Hellfire missiles included—holds its own brand of magic