Outsider

The death of his father changed Ace’s life forever. In his desperation, he made a pact with a god to journey to another world, his one goal: to bring his father back. But what awaits him in this new world? Threats and monsters, magic and mystery. Can he find his father amid the chaos? And is he truly the only outsider in this strange, enchanted world? To any kind soul willing to help me build a community: https://discord.gg/QcKHwbkSeH I do not own the image. Please contact me if you'd like me to remove it.

Ethan Cooper woke up to find that the zombie apocalypse had already begun. The building he lived in had become a dangerous nightmare. There was no time to think—his first priority was to figure out how to survive. Every floor was a battlefield, and every hallway a potential trap. The world outside had fallen into chaos, but the struggle for survival inside was far from over.

In Neo-Kyoto, a rain-soaked city where ancient temples clash with neon lights, supernatural forces lurk beneath the surface. Wraiths—beings born from human emotions—secretly shape the world, their influence felt but rarely seen. Hiroki Tsukishiro, a lonely orphan, drifts through the city's shadows until he encounters Arkan, a dangerous Wraith. This bond unlocks a terrifying power within him, pulling him into the hidden realm of Soul Smiths. But before Hiroki can master his abilities, The Hollowing occurs—a disaster that breaks the barrier between worlds, flooding Neo-Kyoto with rogue Wraiths. Now trapped in chaos, Hiroki must join forces with Takeshi, a cunning outsider, and Abeni, a former friend, to uncover the truth behind The Hollowing and save the city before it's too late.

When a portal opened and ‘outsiders’ invaded, humanity experienced its apocalypse. Reduced to livestock and sacrifices for gods, only little resistance was left. Tepo fought his whole life but to no avail. However, one day he discovered the miraculous Core of Time, which carried him to a new world. A world full of dungeons and magic, warriors and spells, new friends and family awaits him. But doubts quickly settled in his mind. Was this really a new world? Or rather the past? The future? And… could ‘outsiders’ exist in this world as well? ********************************************************************** I'm thankful for any kind of support, dear readers. Let's discover new worlds together! :-)

Under a collapsing threat of chaos, a team of apprentice librarians find themselves near death's entrance as they get attacked by a fleeting soul that had roamed their world. And that soul... was the protagonist, who unknowingly managed to consume and inherit one of the apprentice librarian's body, and now he has to make the decision of how he is going to live in a world where stories define individuals, and apparitions seek to become gods. ___ Cover artwork is not mine, credits go to the author and artist of the Dark Lord's Confession, please message if it needs to be taken down.

His name was Brayden Neal, and he was an ordinary citizen. At eighteen years old, he was bestowed the title of a king! After ten years of fighting in the northern borders outside the kingdom, he finally returned home. He swore to kill three people the moment he arrived at the capital...

Nihongo Arata, Just a normal high school boy, living a normal untouched life, at least that's what it looked like to the outside world in Kyoto.

Chu Mingfeng was an ordinary 32 yrs. old white-collar worker who hated his boring life. He was born in the province and was raised in the capital. After he graduated college, he land himself on a small Tech company. Both of his parents are gone, they passed away when he was young and all of his older siblings has already made their own family, except for him, the youngest. He was single since birth, never interact with a woman nor has a courage to do so. In his 32 years of existence in the land of earth, he never dated anyone and doesn't have any friends even at his work. He practically doesn't have any social life. Chu Mingfeng has decided that once he reach 40's and he's still single then he would just adopt a child and raise them as his own, he planned this for fear of loneliness. He's only hobby is reading online novels and then evaluating them after finishing. One particular novel that he finished really tick him off because of how crappy it is, so he couldn't help but post a complain and curse the author before going to sleep. When he woke up he was on a strange room, he was laying on a hospital bead with his leg spread wide open, he was feeling extremely fatigue and his stomach was slightly bloated. A person who seems a doctor was pulling something out of me. After what it feels an eternity, the thing was finally pulled out, it's a whole damn baby?!?! The doctor then said to me with a happy voice, " Congratulations Mrs. Gu, it's a boy!" ".....what."

Enchant with Magic, Execute with Guns and Engage with Cooking. Three things with nothing in relation to each other, but then again, when was there ever logic in this world? Awakening from death in another world of infinite possibilities with voices in his head and a gun on his hip, Tristan set sail. Ancient Leviathans, Mighty Dragons, Mythical Titans and more, Tristan would have to deal with them all in this new world as an outsider not burdened by it. And was he up to the task? Well... Let's find out shall we?

Asra had only one goal in her life; to finish her booklist and die. But fate had other plans for her. After her untimely death, Asra finds herself in her favourite novel, The Children Of Miseria, with little to no memory of her past. Now, in this strange yet familiar world, she has to find a way to survive while keeping her secrets.

# 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.

A strange store that sells everything suddenly appears in the town. The Owner of the store is a young man and anyone who tried to mess with him %$#@. The products of the store are expensive, yet the queue outside the store never stops. "So what, If you're an Emperor? I'll fight to the death with you if you try to break the queue." These scenes outside the store were daily occurrences. *** Join the Discord server, https://discord.gg/4nbaU7Cy *** The cover art is not mine. I have taken it from pinterest. Please contact me if it is your art.

Qin Mo is thrust into the grim Warhammer 40,000 universe, where war, chaos, and cosmic horrors rule. To his surprise, he discovers mysterious powers—summoning lightning and fire, altering physics, and instinctively mastering advanced technology. Initially, he believes he’s been touched by Tzeentch, the Chaos God of change, but something is amiss: he cannot access the Warp, the psychic realm that fuels most supernatural abilities in this universe. As he journeys through war-torn battlefields, encountering Imperial forces, Eldar, and Necrons, Qin Mo realizes his powers are unlike anything in this galaxy. They transcend both science and sorcery, hinting at origins beyond this universe's laws. He is not a psyker or a servant of Chaos, but an outsider with the ability to reshape reality itself. Struggling to understand his role, Qin Mo must decide whether to use his newfound abilities to bring balance or forge his own destiny in a galaxy spiraling into darkness.

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.

In our textbook, the Summoned Hero once said that the sky is the limit. But how come in our world, the sky is literally the limit? The glassy, interconnected hexagon shields glare from the brightness of the artificial sun perched atop the Tower that reaches the sky. This layer of protection is what separates our land from the outside. The Tower symbolizes our hope and will to thrive. It’s the ultimate shield from the curse. It’s like a lighthouse amidst the sea of darkness that permeates the outside world. I raise my right arm at a 45° angle, stretching it as far as I can—as if grasping for something. Then after having grasped onto nothingness, I clench my hand into a solid ball, imagining I fist bump a dear friend—wishing he’s just somewhere out there, safe and sound. I mumble sadly, “If only he didn’t join the exploration team…”

Abidemi had always felt like an outsider the moment her mother died. Sure, she had a best friend and little brother but it never erased the feeling that she didn't belong to the Kingdom Of Valtis. So she decided to leave Valtis for Elov. What awaits her?

An outcast among orcs, a young half-breed is forced to leave his village after tragedy strikes, abandoned by his tribe. To return, he must face the roaming Calamity Monsters—beasts of legend that haunt the world. Armed with nothing but his mother's mysterious suitcase, he sets out as a reluctant monster hunter. In a twist of fate, he discovers the suitcase's hidden power—a vast, limitless world that may hold the key to survival. His journey becomes one of grim resolve, facing monsters and uncovering secrets in a world that sees him as nothing more than an outsider. If you're looking for a main character that has no character development and depth, this is not a story you want to read. This is not your typical ruthless, overpowered, and Alpha MC.

Zei Ryu, our protagonist, transmigrated in another world, magic, sword, monster, a fantasy world, of course with a Demon King to kill. Unfortunately, our new hero wasn't alone, many transmigrators had come before him so he was just one of many heroes. "Defeat a Demon King ? What a joke. I will become one even if I had to make the world my ennemies"

Princess Cayena Elden of Elaris is forced into a marriage with King Ryven Ashkar of Vexoria to secure peace after a century-long feud. Known as the Crimson King, Ryven is feared for his ruthlessness and rumored to have killed his previous brides. Despite her fears, Cayena travels to Vexoria and finds not a monster but a man surrounded by betrayal and burdened by a dark past. Though his people respect him, many see her as an outsider, unfit to be their queen. Amid court intrigue and hostility, Cayena earns their trust and grows into her role. But becoming Vexoria’s queen is not the same as becoming Ryven’s wife. With mistrust and his painful past between them, Cayena must find a way to reach Ryven’s guarded heart. Can she break through the walls of the Crimson King and teach him that love is not a weakness?

henry is a young boy trying to achieve his dreams into be a pilot like his late father as he meets willow from the outside town they had to travel from china to accident egypt to find henry's great grandfather's old lucky badge will henry and

Ever skeptical, Violet doesn't believe that true love exists outside of fairytales but her entire world is about to be turned upside down when she meets a cyborg.

All Kang Dae Rim knew in this world was her father, castle and forest. All her father said was that the outside world was dangerous for her and her brother

When the line between reality and fiction overlapped, Aozaki Levent wakes up and finds himself in a completely different reality. 'YouZitsu', the story he picked up many years ago comes to life, forcing him to adapt to his new reality. With the knowledge of all the story's events and the helping hands from the characters, he now strives for new goals. Help the class grow. Change necessary events. Avoid suspicion. Hide from the limelight. And most of all...Live the new life without regrets. But as his past begins catching up to him, his truth begins unfolding and slowly Levent's duality becomes apparent.

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

In a world where societal expectations reign supreme, a young noblewoman finds herself drawn to a mysterious outsider. Their forbidden love, fueled by passion and defiance, ignites a fire that threatens to consume them both. As they navigate the treacherous waters of a world that seeks to tear them apart, their journey is filled with danger, intrigue, and the ultimate test of their love.

Decades ago, a princess had been kidnapped at birth, no one knows what happened to her. Tales say she's still alive, others say differently. Behind the forest, outside of town lived a fairly odd teenaged girl, she didn’t have any friends because she wasn't allowed to have contact with the outside world. She had never known why, and was curious to find out but never asked. She knew her parents were keeping something from her but she wasn’t quite sure as to what it was. The girl had always tried to ask questions and spot clues but no matter what she tried, she just could not figure out what it was. They always said the same thing, “Rainie Calabrese, stop asking questions, my dear.” Could she find out any answers in a matter of time before she was stuck in that little house forever? 

Tahir, yearning for a beast hunter's life, remains an outsider in a society preparing for another war with the Aliens. A mysterious package arrives, containing a letter from the military academy and a peculiar box labeled "System." This unexpected turn awakens him to hidden abilities and the unsettling presence of two voices within his mind. Unfolding the journey with his "System." Is he destined to be a warrior, a beast hunter, or something else entirely? Can he forge his own path while embracing the looming conflict? Join Tahir on his extraordinary journey as he unlocks the "System's" potential, navigates the voices' guidance, and faces the uncertainties of war. Can he unravel the mysteries of his past and claim his place in a world teetering on the brink? Discover the answers in this captivating tale of self-discovery, hidden truths, and the fight for survival in a world on the brink.

When all twelve constellations lined up in the night sky, Sora Takahashi was oblivious to the chaos about to unfold. After a night of strange occurrences, he wakes up to find his world turned upside down: his loyal dog, Roper, has transformed into a creature of immense strength, and the streets outside his apartment are overrun with grotesque, mutated beings and desperate survivors. As days of confinement stretch on, Sora grapples with disturbing urges and a growing sense of alienation as he too begins to undergo unsettling changes. In this brutal new reality, where humanity is on the brink of extinction, Sora must navigate a landscape filled with monstrous threats, both outside and within himself. Will he succumb to the madness of mutation, or find a way to retain his humanity in a world gone mad?

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.

**The Enchanted Heart** **Synopsis:** Princess Elara has always felt like an outsider in her own kingdom. She longs for adventure and excitement, but her royal duties keep her confined to the castle walls. One day, she stumbles upon a hidden room and discovers a magical heart that pulses with otherworldly energy. The heart speaks to her, revealing that she is the Chosen One, destined to save the kingdom from an impending darkness. Elara embarks on a perilous journey, guided by the enchanted heart, to fulfill her destiny. Along the way, she encounters mythical creatures, solves ancient riddles, and uncovers the secrets of her own heritage. As she delves deeper into the magical realm,