Outsider

Ryker Sparrow has always felt like an outsider. As a half-cast boy, he struggles to find his place in a world that seems determined to reject him. After being betrayed and sold by his own uncle, Ryker is thrust into a perilous world where he must confront the darkness head-on. As he navigates treacherous landscapes and battles malevolent spirits and demons, Ryker delves deeper into the mysteries of his world, driven to uncover the truth about his past, his identity, and the forces that seek to destroy him. Along the way, he'll forge unlikely alliances and face formidable foes, ultimately forcing him to confront the depths of his own strength and resilience.

Genre: Romance | Drama | Crime | Contemporary.  Synopsis:  Springbrook City reeks of Sex&Power—a place where secrets fester beneath designer suits, and justice is a game played behind closed doors.   Belinda Malcom is one of the most successful criminal lawyers in the city. Smart, relentless, and dangerously good at her job, she thrives in a world where deception is the norm. But when a high-profile murder case lands on her desk, she finds herself entangled in something far more personal than she ever expected.   Enter Robin Bates-Robinson, a sharp-witted and enigmatic federal agent, assigned to the case. He’s everything Belinda doesn’t need—cocky, infuriatingly attractive, and someone who sees through her walls far too easily. Their professional partnership should be straightforward, but between crime scenes and courtrooms, their undeniable attraction ignites a passion neither of them can control.   As the case unravels, so do their facades. In a city where the powerful play dirty and justice is rarely blind, desire and danger collide. Will they solve the murder before it’s too late? Or will they become just another scandal in a city built on lies?   Because in Springbrook, power is everything. And everyone has a price.   ********  Chapter Updates:  Patreon:   Updates—twice a week (or more), with every release followed by a sneak peek for the next chapter.   Exclusive content: Character artwork, behind-the-scenes insights, and bonus scenes.    Webnovel:    Updates—twice a week, Each chapter is followed by an announcement for the next update.    ********   SUPPORT OUTSIDE COURT!  Comments & Reviews: Your feedback fuels the story—share your thoughts, theories, and favorite moments!  

"Remember, Evil isn't a birthright; it's a result. I've seen it time and time again: All it takes is for one to reach their breaking point. So, how far are you from yours?" - Unknown Reader Bryan has always been an outsider. Born with unique features that branded him as cursed, he endured a childhood of relentless bullying and isolation. All he wanted was to fit in, to make a friend. But no one wanted him—not his parents, not his peers, and certainly not society. What to expect: - Slow pace story - Military Academy - Hardworking MC - No Harem - Tragedy - Magic System - Nothing Brand New

Shay the Demon Slayer meets Elaine the Witch after fighting the 125th wave of demons in his curse in hell. Then after beating all 250 waves the are brought to the outside world.

Two runaway siblings survive on the cold, insane streets of their home city until they discover an abandoned asylum outside the city limits where unimaginable insanity and evil resided to drag them into it’s depths of darkness.

A 17 yrs old senior high school student named, Vins, woke up in the school clinic with no nurse at all, as he goes outside, its no longer like before, the environment smelled like dead corpse, everything has blood, and zombies are everywhere. His goal is to protect the girl he likes, and find a safe place.

For five years, Émile Silver has been imprisoned in a basement, blind and amputated. His sister, Alexandra, claims the outside world has become a nightmare. But when strange noises and an unexpected light disrupt his daily life, Émile finds the courage to make a desperate escape. After reaching the outside and rediscovering his childhood garden, Émile encounters a mysterious voice offering him an impossible choice: to regain his sight and legs in exchange for a service. When the deal is struck, Émile awakens with a new vision and intact legs, but he is thrust into an even more troubling reality.

Dante has spent his life in the secluded Village of Riverant, curious about the world beyond its walls but kept there and trained over the years by his caretaker, Rita, for his own safety. His questions about his true origins seem destined to remain unanswered—until two students, Terra and Xavien, arrive, drawn by rumors of a boy who is part man, part beast arrive to the village one day. Offering Dante the chance to leave and discover not only what's outside of the walls, but his true heritage, they invite him to the Kingdom of Auradelle. A successful and prospering kingdom in the Eastern Region. But as a Dragonborn, Dante must face the challenges of blending into a society that not only fears, but will rid of his kind if found out. Will the two students be his key to freedom and what he's always wanted to know, or will the outside world prove more dangerous than he ever imagined and it all be for naught. Only one way to find out...

Ethan, a 16-year-old high school student, has always felt like an outsider in his small town. He's drawn to the mysterious and beautiful Emily, who's just transferred to his school. As they spend more time together, Ethan discovers that Emily is hiding secrets about her past and her true nature. As their relationship deepens, Ethan finds himself caught up in a world of supernatural creatures and ancient mysteries. He must navigate his own family's secrets and lies while trying to uncover the truth about Emily and the darkness that's haunting their kind. With the help of his sister Ava, Ethan must confront the evil forces threatening their kind. But as the danger escalates, Ethan realizes that the greatest threat may not be the monsters in the shadows, but his own destiny.

Nobody knows where they came from. Their whereabouts have even less in the way of answers and theories. Answers, and Theories. That's all they are. All they want you to know. We all believed the last of the druids went out with the last purge our queen did. Something she does to cleanse the land of magic. In her words, only she could possess it. But the druids didn't go out. Not when the vines swirl around the royal guard, thorns pricking the skin deep enough to bleed. Pirates. Pirates are a threat. The land isn't safe, but neither are the seas. Not with their self appointed queen, Lull. Not with sea monsters at her beck and call. A demigod rising to divinity, her way paved with the blood of thousands. For weeks, the rivers ran red, the valley grass stained copper-crimson. And now, the kindly queen Divina has gone mad. The woods are as dark as her soul. Watch your back.

In a world where magic is power and dungeons hold ancient secrets, one boy’s struggle for survival could ignite a revolution—or unleash an ancient evil. Kael Ardent is an outsider at Eldermyst Academy, haunted by the destruction of his village and the monstrous attack that left him orphaned. While his peers flaunt their magical prowess, Kael struggles with even the simplest spell. But when he stumbles upon a mysterious journal tied to an ancient power called the Nexus, everything changes.

A boy confined to a cage, fueled by an insatiable longing for freedom, finally breaks free. But as he steps into the outside world, he's met with a harsh reality. How would he overcome them?

# CALM # DECISIVEKILLS After “Renegade Immortal”, “Pursuit of the Truth”, “I Shall Seal the Heavens”, “A Will Eternal”, and “A World Worth Protecting”, this is Ergen’s sixth long-length novel, “Outside of Time”. Xu Qing’s world sank into deathly silence after the descendence of “God”. Master cultivators brought the human race and escaped the continent, and the remaining people struggled to survive. Every place that was met by “God’s” gaze had nearly all life forms wiped out. Young Xu Qing was lucky enough to survive. But in a world where ferocious beasts roamed and infighting was rampant within the human race, it was difficult to survive. “If cultivation doesn’t give me the power to fight against God, then I shall become God myself!” This is a story of how a human teenager became a god, step by step, to survive.

When 18-year-old Geum Jan-di's family relocates to the city, she's thrust into the prestigious Seoul Haneul Academy, a world of privilege and luxury. Despite feeling like an outsider, Jan-di refuses to be intimidated. With her fierce determination and sharp wit, she stands up to the school's elite clique, led by the infuriatingly arrogant Eun-woo. However, she also finds an unlikely friend in Kim Tae-hyun, who shows her the genuine side of Seoul Haneul Academy. As Jan-di pursues her dream of becoming a police officer, she must navigate her complicated emotions, biases, and loyalties. Will she let Eun-woo's scorn bring her down, or will she find solace in Tae-hyun's kindness? Can she trust her heart to make the right choice?

Isolde has always been treated as an outsider in her pack due to her latency as a shifter. When her fated mate rejects her, her world crumbles. To make matters worse, her father—seeking to secure an alliance—sells her off without a second thought. Heartbroken and alone, Isolde makes a desperate attempt to escape her fate, only to cross paths with Wyatt, a ruthless rogue alpha feared by many. Wyatt is determined to keep Isolde by his side when he discovers her hidden ability, one that could tip the balance of power for any pack.

In the sleepy town of Ravenwood, 17-year-old Lena Grant struggles to find her place. Scarred by a childhood accident and ostracized by her peers, Lena feels like an outsider. But everything changes when Kaelin Darkshadow, a mysterious and handsome transfer student, arrives at Ravenwood High. As Lena and Kaelin grow closer, they must navigate the treacherous world of supernatural creatures lurking in the shadows. Asher Blackwood, a powerful werewolf, watches Lena from afar, his motives unclear. As the full moon rises, Lena finds herself at the center of a centuries-old prophecy that threatens to destroy the fragile balance between humans and supernatural creatures. With her heart torn between Kaelin and Asher, Lena must confront the darkness within herself and make a choice that will determine the fate of Ravenwood forever. "Moonfall" is a captivating tale of love, magic, and self-discovery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

A town where its past conventions prevented the youth from changing. An outsider who will be changed despite these restrictions. 17-year-old Hashiba Edwards has never studied in the same school for longer than 2 years. This is because his family is constantly moving around the country due to his father's job. He and his mother had gotten used to it. However, due to such a short amount of time spent in each place, Hashiba has never managed to develop any meaningful connection with other people his age. But now it was the first time ever that Hashiba and his family found themselves in the countryside in a small town, which was still bounded by past conventions that were preventing its youth from changing, yet Hashiba himself was starting to find changes in this place that would alter his life for better or worse. It is in this town that Hashiba will meet people who will change his perspective on life. As well as a boy who is running the school's movie club and also shares striking resemblances to a character in a popular novel that has been going around.

Thousands of years ago, a blinding silver light shone upon the universe and eleven godsent heroes emerged to save the world when it was on the brink of collapse to the hands of alien assailants. Gradually, humanity evolved and in today's world, virtually everyone is born with a chakra panel granting them the potential to draw a level of power similar to these unforgotten heroes. Strong or weak, those with the ability to harness the chakra within are revered as Dells. However, not all humans are Dells. Follow Keres on his journey towards uncovering humanity's darkest secrets buried deep underneath his dormant memories.

In the opulent neighborhood of grand mansions, where festive cheer filled the air on a chilly December day. The highly anticipated Virtual Reality Full Dive game, "VORX NOVERA," was set to release. Taka, seemingly indifferent to the festivities, possessed a striking handsomeness with dark green hair. His contemplative gaze hinted at a deeper purpose beyond the thrill of the impending game release. As the countdown on the news channel reached its climax, He ascended to his room. In his room, adorned with luxury and snowy landscapes framed by the window, His table had a mysterious black box. Opening it revealed a bluish-black helmet with a visor and a blue button labeled "ON." With nonchalant grace, he initiated a journey into the virtual unknown. Little did he realize that the serene snowfall outside masked an extraordinary world awaiting its quiet awakening, overshadowing the distant buzz of excitement in the opulent neighborhood. As Taka delved into the immersive experience of "VORX NOVERA," the line between the virtual and real blurred, setting the stage for an adventure where the outside world's clamor became a mere murmur.

A man just slightly past his prime, Lionell is an honest, hardworking adventurer looking to lead a simple life. Though things have a habit of complicating themselves, he does his best to stay prepared and vigilant, and he never does anything outside of his capabilities. Maybe that's why he sticks with the easy quests, and the easy quests only.

Fate brought them together. Savage instincts might tear them apart. In a world ruled by power and primal bonds, he is a ruthless Alpha, feared by all but tethered to none—until her. She is the spirited outsider who never expected to be thrust into a dangerous pack, let alone claimed by its most feared leader. As passion ignites and secrets unravel, their connection will test the limits of loyalty, love, and survival. Can they overcome the forces threatening.

Beneath the ordinary, beyond the limits of reason, and outside the world you know lies a landscape you have never imagined. When Adrian Wells opened that door for the first time, the familiar world around him crumbled in an instant. And the "truth" that reaches the very roots of existence came rushing toward him.

When a ordinary teenager Alex is unexpectedly transported to the magical realm of Eldoria, he begins as a powerless outsider. However, his fate takes a remarkable turn when he gains access to a cheat-like System, granting him extraordinary abilities. As he learns to wield magic and sword, forms unlikely alliances, and faces both allies and adversaries. Lets follow the journey of Alex's as it unfolds—a tale of growth, building relations, and the pursuit of survival and dominance in a world brimming with magic and danger. _______________________________________________________________________ Discord: https://discord.gg/sTxPZdmnk3 Wiki: https://my-supreme-magus-system.fandom.com [A/N: The image is not mine, all credit goes to the original creator. Please message me or comment if you want me to take down the image.]

Bound by Essence Thrust into a brutal world governed by Essence, Alexander Hall—once a modern man—must adapt to survive. With no cheats or divine guidance, he begins as a weak outsider, but relentless determination drives him to master the mysterious energy shaping this land. As he grows stronger, every action ripples through the lives of those he meets, forging alliances, enemies, and betrayals. Through hardship and defeat, Alexander transforms from a naive newcomer to a cunning strategist, navigating a world where power is everything. Will he conquer the world that binds him, or will it shape his fate forever? A tale of survival, growth, and the relentless pursuit of strength.

Times of war are approaching, a man has lost everything he loves, his soul has been corrupted and for him there is only the scent of blood and revenge.

Astri White has always felt like an outsider, never truly belonging to any group or place in the world. Raised in an orphanage, she yearns for a sense of belonging and the feeling of genuine love. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she finds herself mysteriously transported to another world, the enigmatic and magical realm known as the Beastmen World. In this strange and fantastical land, Astri encounters a diverse array of beings known as beastmen—creatures possessing both human and animal traits. As she navigates this unfamiliar world, she discovers that she possesses extraordinary powers, unlike anything seen before. Her unique abilities set her apart from both humans and beastmen, marking her as an exceptional and crucial figure in the realm. As Astri interacts with the various beastmen she meets, she begins to learn about the different facets of love. Through their diverse experiences and perspectives, she gains insights into the depths of love and the connections that bind individuals together. As her relationships with the beastmen grow, Astri discovers the true meaning of family and friendship, experiencing the warmth and support she had always craved. However, not everything is idyllic in the Beastmen World. There are dark forces at play, threatening the delicate balance of the realm and putting Astri and her newfound family in jeopardy. With her remarkable powers, she becomes a target for those seeking to exploit her abilities for their own nefarious purposes. As the danger escalates, Astri must embrace her role and harness her powers to protect the world and the ones she loves. In the process, she uncovers secrets about her own origin and the significance of her presence in the Beastmen World. "Beastmen Love" is a captivating tale of self-discovery, acceptance, and the transformative power of love. Astri White's journey from feeling like an outsider to finding her place in a fantastical world filled with extraordinary beings will resonate with readers as they follow her on a thrilling adventure of magic, romance, and personal growth.

A man is reincarnated in another world as a baby. Adopted by dragons, he will discover that this world is not peaceful and there are enemies inside and outside the battlefield. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com

The world never lets an Outsider be integrated into itself. so the Outsider just stopped Caring

In a place so mystic that only a few certain families know the secrets and the origin it possesses, a lad goes on an adventure outside his place of safety and stumbles upon a lass he didn't know would change his life and the entire isle forever. (Formerly entitled My Evil Saviour)

In a world where dungeons are a common threat, the demand for those capable of clearing them has never been higher. Those who survive these dungeons and sign contracts to work for the government are known as infiltrators. Infiltrators are revered like idols, with the strongest among them at the top of the hierarchy. Even those who survive their first dungeon gain instant fame, their names whispered with awe and admiration. Xerxes, however, has always felt like an outsider in this world. But when he unexpectedly finds himself trapped in a dungeon, he defies the odds and emerges alive—becoming the leader of the only infiltrator team with a perfect 100% survival rate. Now, Xerxes must navigate the dangerous world of dungeon clearing, where survival isn’t guaranteed, and his newfound powers could either be a blessing—or a curse. ___ [The dungeons are inspired by real life books and occurrences.]