The Hero Is Overly Cautious

Discord: https://discord.gg/PX3xqJdZMY I closed my eyes with a sigh and let the needle slip through limp fingers. It wasn’t like anyone would miss me. They could always find someone else to beat or rape. The nothingness was a relief. At least now I have peace. Only...since when did 'nothingness' have so many gods? As one of ten heroes chosen by the Divine, I was sent to another world to fend off a demon invasion. But, the gods aren’t all helpful, and treat this as a game. Waking up in the magical world of Enusia, I found myself cursed and alone, clapped in chains and despised. This world was worse, far worse than the playground I so naively left behind, filled with betrayal, pain, and death. I've heard that the brightest lights cast the longest shadows. Perhaps, in this life, I can find if that's true. I'm tired of living in the dark. It's time to find the light.

[2024 JUNE WPC WINNER] Orphaned at ten and betrayed by his guardian at nineteen, the protagonist's life spirals into darkness, yet some light remains, only to be cruelly extinguished when his girlfriend sacrifices herself during a brutal demon attack. As a result, he is bestowed with a mysterious system that imbues him with the strength, making him dedicate himself to eradicating demons. Upon defeating the Demon King, he is granted a reward and chooses to reincarnate into a novel-like world with sealed memories until age thirteen. Reborn as the second son of a Duke, he yearns a peaceful life and respite from his tumultuous past. However, fate has different plans. In a world full of political games and supernatural dangers, he finds himself caught in conflicts involving a transmigrator villain and a regressor protagonist. Amid noble family ties, surprising friendships, and veiled threats, he must find his way through this new life, all the while dealing with lingering scars and the chaos that threatens to engulf him and those around him. Can he truly find solace in a world determined to pull him back into the fight? Will he succeed in forging a relaxed and slow life amidst the relentless anomalies at every step? Read to find out!! ====== Well, I am writing this novel to try a new style and get a temporary break from my first novel, which has become stagnant. As always, you can just ask any questions regarding the book, and I'll answer them without spoilers, of course.(⁠◠⁠‿⁠◕⁠) Reader's discretion: This novel is slow-paced, as all masterpieces need time to become a masterpiece, so don't dive in, hoping for it to be another fast-paced action-packed novel. It's a slice of life... for the most part. [All character arts were made using AI by a friend and author, lazy_pen_master] Formerly known as "Extra's Slice of Life" ////////////////////////////////////////////////// I have entered this novel for the June WPC contest, so if you like reading this novel, do give it some power stones, golden tickets, and gifts. Thanks for reading and for your support!! Extra Chapter Goals: 120 GT = 1 Extra Chapter Castle = 3-6 Extra Chapters Above castle... too dreamy... so 10 Extra Chapters?! Join my Discord for more character arts and some fun:  https://discord.com/invite/Qb86VeyvzP (You need to copy and paste the link to your browser.)

We follow the misadventures of Zik, an unassuming mid-level hero cursed with the peculiar ability to see the world as a chaotic video game. While this power seems promising, it quickly spirals into a series of unfortunate events. Every mundane moment transforms into a pixelated nightmare, as his power seem to amuse itself with his suffering.

Discord Link for those interested [https://discord.gg/TGc9yymDJP] One may think that in order to be a Hero you must have a pure soul, and untainted heart, but in reality such a thing is impossible; now one's soul is pure, nor is anyone's heart untainted, Gods aren't even exempt from this rule. No, a True Hero is someone who knows they have an impure soul and tainted heart, yet they embrace it, instead of attempting to deny their very nature; however, not all True Heros are the same, some have different beliefs and/or ideals. Yet at the end of the day, no matter how terrible or bleak the situation looks, you can always count on a True Hero to act as a beacon of light that'll show you the correct path, but for you to take, you must embark on it yourself.

Apollo grew up alone with no parents until came the time that his true strength unleashed and the people admire him.

After a life of failures and regret, Caspin is granted a second chance at his youth—armed with the knowledge of his tragic future and a rare power. Now, he must fight to reshape his destiny, confront old rivals, and become the hero he always wanted to be, before his past mistakes catch up with him once again.

Superpowers appeared suddenly plunging the world into chaos. Wars broke out, countries were destroyed, and the powers spread like a plague. 100 years later powers became the norm, countries all collapsed, and The Watch rose up to protect the world. Life was black and white. The heroes fought the villains and saved the day, the villains did bad things and were defeated. That’s how most children saw it. Peter Het never should have seen it that way, but he did - until his image of the world burnt in front of his eyes. Levi Winter always saw it that way - until the world gave him reason to. Both wanted to try and make a difference using the powers they'd been born with. One had planned to help the world by being the perfect hero, the other by killing the people he saw as responsible for the problems that polluted the world. Neither found themselves doing what they’d imagined. The one seeking to be a hero became a criminal, the one seeking vengeance became an icon of heroes. Their paths in life diverged like streams rushing down a mountain and are then brought back together to cascade over the edge into a new unknown. Both are seeking peace in the unceasing hurricane of life and the violence they can’t escape, and they’ve come to realize that ‘hero’ is nothing more than a title.

Caleb, a brilliant engineer with a hidden dark side, is finally caught by the government after being betrayed by his undercover girlfriend. As a powerful supernatural, Caleb had secretly killed those he believed were guilty. Now, overwhelmed by a group of supernaturals and a skilled witch, he’s forced to join the government. His mission: to fight against the Rulutans—ancient, monster-like beings that prey on humans and are controlled by a mysterious tribe. Reluctantly, Caleb embarks on a journey with other supernaturals to protect the people, the king, and uncover the truth about his origins and the source of his powers.

Rei got summoned to another world with his classmates.Its a story about a boy who was leftover by some of his classmates,as his skill where useless

Our hero summoned to a strange place, is requested to save the world. Even when suspicious our reluctant hero decides to help if they can. However maybe its at a cost most would be unwilling to pay.

Ang bathalang pinatapon sa mundo ng mga tao at nabalot ng kasamaan, maghahatid ng lagim at wawasakin ang likha ng hari ng langit. Subalit mayroong dalawang nilalang ang itinakdang pipigil sa kasamaan nito't magbabalik sa dati nitong kabutihan. Ang dalawang yun, ay sina Lin Li Wei at Dao Yu Su. Isang binibini't binatang mula sa magkaibang lugar. Parehong may lihim sa pagkatao at walang ibang nais kundi ang makipaglaban sa mga masasama. ____ Mahalagang Paalala: Ang kuwentong ito ay kathang isip lamang. Lahat ng pangalan ng mga karakter, lugar at pangyayari ay pawang imahinasyon ko lamang bilang may akda.

I was going around my everyday life when suddenly something very strange and creepy happened! I still didn’t understand the mystery behind my sudden death. One moment I was a normal office employee in a small game company, the next moment I was a slave who fainted just from getting slapped! “Hey Delta, why did you kill me?” - “Delta brought host into this world for a purpose. Host must save Goddess Psais because without her permission, Delta cannot send host back to his world.” A purpose, a System, a Status Window and a magical world filled with magical mysteries. Though I desired for change from my monotonous life, I now realize that change was not always for the good! Now I want only one thing more than anything, which is to go back to the life which was safe and quiet. *** This is a story about a damsel in distress who is captured by a monster and our protagonist is tasked to be the hero who saves her. However, is the damsel, a Goddess, truly in distress? Is the monster that killed Gods and Goddesses and enslaved Destiny, truly a villain? Is the human, who is forced to be a hero, truly a Hero? Follow Deniel in his journey as he explores a new and mysterious world after being reincarnated as Alex. Watch him make mistakes and learn from them. Watch how a normal human with a frail physique and a weak mentality grows to be the strongest being that can even rival the Gods! Watch him find out what Fate truly is and how greedy Death can be for a soul. *** [P.S: This is the first time I'm writing a novel and English was not my first language. Therefore, please feel free to point out any mistakes whether in the plot or in the grammar. Every comment and review is important for me. Also, since I've just started, I know the quality is very poor but I promise that it will improve overtime so please bear with me. As I'm not much experienced in this field, the pacing is really slow for now but once the world building and the magic system is in place, the pacing is going to increase. Thank you :)] ***Please keep in mind that the novel is purely based on fiction and it has no relation with real names or real events. The names in the novel are just a fragment of imagination and does not refer to anyone or anything!***

Hardin, a seventeen year old is pulled into the world of adventurers and superheroes after risking his life to save a small boy. He awakened a power deep within him. One that would save humanity from the clutches of a fast growing villain syndicate that threatens the calm beautiful lands of Aurelia.

Lisa Galdr, once a spoiled noble daughter, finds her life upended when her father sacrifices her to a dark church plot on the Day of Gathering. Sent to a brutal sanctuary for women and children, Lisa endures horrific experiments and is sold into slavery. Her suffering culminates when a deranged nobleman attacks her, but a mysterious man named Lugh intervenes. Lugh, a noble with a hidden agenda, rescues Lisa and claims her as his own to thwart a group of Holy Knights seeking to reclaim her. As Lisa begins to understand Lugh's true intentions, she discovers a chance for freedom and revenge, realizing that behind Lugh's cold exterior lies a surprisingly warm heart

How far can a person's mind break? before it finally shatters into dust...or becomes indestructibly firm? witness the rise of the hero who suffered in silence but sought vengeance against the 'reality' that took his innocence and freedom, and is trying to take more.

story follows a nobody, he's an existence who was cursed by the gods who created the system. once he breaks the law and his own storyline and touches the aura of the real world what removed his curse and it boosts his powers. he becomes the nameless king afterwards he's power grew so high up that he had to go in the real world so he's powers doesn't kill his love ones. then he found a way back to written world. he goes back to get revenge on those gods who cursed him. his hate for every gods except the one from the real world is unending. read how he becomes the strongest of all fraction.

Yuki Tanaka is a high school basketball prodigy with dreams of leading his team to the national championship. Joined by his loyal friends, they forge an unbreakable bond on the court. But in the pivotal final match of his career, everything changes in an instant when a brutal foul from his rival, Akira, leaves Yuki paralyzed and shattered. For seventy long years, Yuki lives in misery, haunted by memories of his dreams and the life he could have had. As he watches Akira thrive and marry his long-time crush, Hana, Yuki's world crumbles around him. With no hope left, he decides to end it all, only to be faced with an impossible choice: return to the past or fade into oblivion. When Yuki chooses to chase his dreams once more, he finds himself reincarnated as a teenager, back in the gym with his teammates. But this time, he’s not just fighting for glory; he’s on a mission for revenge against Akira. With Hana still smitten by his rival and a devoted friend, Rika, by his side, Yuki is determined to rewrite his fate. As he navigates the complexities of friendships, rivalries, and unrequited love, Yuki must confront his inner demons and seize the opportunity to reclaim his life. But can he outsmart Akira in the game that once destroyed him, or will he succumb to the same fate? Join Yuki on an exhilarating journey of redemption, determination, and the quest for victory in "Highschool Hero." Will he rise to become the hero of his own story, or will the past repeat itself?

Zaraya Canwell is a warrior that uses a rather unique fighting style. Those who attempt to do battle with her will not find themselves facing off against a weapon, but rather, the tall, curvaceous woman’s huge backside. Using her rear to her advantage, Zaraya combats her foes by sitting on their faces, where she squashes and smothers them into submission while her lustful, dominating side emerges with their face submerged in her big butt. Set in a fantasy RPG world, classes from all walks of life set upon the unassuming village of Unkergotten, where those who intrude or threaten the safety of the townsfolk will face the wrath of Zaraya- and her booty. This story will be updated sporadically, I’m just doing it for fun and letting my background of erotic literature bleed in.

“Why?! I won but it doesn’t feel like it” said Theo the hero who didn’t look very heroic as tears streamed down his face. With a heavy heart, he gripped his sword the blade glinting in the dim light, and drove it into his chest. “System awakened, Calculatijg achievements, defeated low tier demon king check! defeated his three dukes of hell check! Potentially the worst hero in history check! hero complex broke check additional points being calculated” said the system unenthusiastically while innerly freaking out. ‘A hero with a broken hero complex How interesting and unexpected’ thought the system. “Would the host like a second chance and more power?” said the system trying to get on with it. ‘what the hell?! aren't I dead? maybe god has granted me a chance to do better, I knew the gods haven't forsaken us’ the hero thought clearly remembering piercing his heart but calmly composed himself with signs of his hero complex returning. “No idiot I doubt you could handle speaking to a god without them accidentally killing you, would you like to restart or not?” said the system forever shattering the hero complex that showed signs of resurfacing. “yes!” the hero said without much thought at the chance to do better and protect his friends.

Akio Yamamoto was your average bullied kid. Being picked on by his classmates, especially by his bully Akira, his school days have always been bleak. Now in high school, the only ray of light that keeps him from going over the edge is the girl he loves, the class beauty Fumiko, but even this is threatened because of his bully interest in her. After the whole class was suddenly transported in another world, one of might and magic, Akio vows to... but this is not their story. Kiyoshi Sasaki wasn't your average teen. Neither bullied, nor accepted, he was left completely out of social life. His bored mind got him into conspiracy theories, those conspiracy theories got him into radical ideologies and before long, he was muttering to himself about how he would use power if he had any. Being transported in a fantasy world didn't startle him, it was a miracle.

"An Arrogant Hero" is a novel that tells the story of a man who, in his own world, went unnoticed until he is suddenly transported to a vibrant fantasy realm. Here, he discovers that he possesses extraordinary powers that make him one of the most formidable individuals in the world. However, his newly discovered strength fuels his arrogance, leading him down a path of questionable decisions. As he navigates this new world, filled with creatures and daunting challenges, he must face the consequences of his pride. Will he learn humility and rise to become the savior this world desperately needs, or will his hubris lead him to ruin?

In a world where magic rules, a group of kids from Earth is unexpectedly summoned to become the realm's new heroes. Transported to a land filled with enchantment and ancient mysteries, they are thrown into a tutorial dungeon to prepare for the challenges ahead. However, a catastrophic accident occurs. With only five years to prepare for the final battle, Max and his friends must win this race against time, they must overcome the trials of this magical world, and rise as the heroes they were destined to be. The fate of the realm hangs in the balance, and only Max and his friends can defeat the Demon Lord and save the world from impending doom. Max, struggling with his own fears, often finds himself wanting to run away from the dangers they face. Can he overcome his cowardice and step up when the world needs him most?

A story of a young man ''Eric'' with the will to get stronger never manifested his inner energy force ''KAI''. Neglected by his family and his so called friends at school. Rejected by society and this wretched world. Him being the descendant of the Great Hero ''Legend'' was a self dignity which saw himself as a burden. But for his will to never give up, he sworn to protect innocent lives even if it take years for him to manifest ''KAI''.

50 years ago, hundreds of meteors pelted the earth. Those who managed to find and touch a meteorite were granted a special gift, superpowers. In the following decades, these "super-soldiers" were used as weapons and soldiers for the next world war by their respective countries. In the year 2090, 20 years after the end of World War III, teenage orphan Leon Meinov is granted powers of his own. With rising tensions across the country and the appearance of gifted individuals using their powers for evil, Leon must learn his powers and what he wants to use them for as he navigates his way through life in post-war America.

After crossing into a cultivation world, Chu Xu realized that he had become a Zhongzhou Tianjiao, whose name spread all over the world! However, when he counted, he found that he and the son of luck had a bloody vengeance… I turned out to be a villain? But there is actually a villain system, Chu Xu didn’t panic at all. It seems that in this life, you can only be a villain! Hey, think about it, it’s still a bit sensational?

In a world where Supers with innate "Talents" reign supreme, Rae is has no Talent—one of the 99% born without abilities. Despite that, she finds herself attending the nation's top academy for Supes, with no idea how or why she was admitted. Every day is an uphill battle being surrounded by narcissistic supes, especially when you're powerless. But you see... Rae has something known as a dissociative identity disorder. Everything you've read up until now describes only half of her. She has another personality. Remi. Everyone knows Remi. Because she is the most wanted Supe Killer. And no one knows what Remi looks like. Not even Rae.

A story of an ordinary youth Named Ned who got transmigrated -with a cheat power named The Origin Space- into a new world that he knows nothing about. He would explore this new world using the many abilities he will gain from the space and conquer regions no man ever stepped into before, and one day he will be hailed by all as "the Hero of The World". The journy of Ned will be filled with fights, from small time bandit groups, up until natural disaster level mythical beasts and godlike evil beings. Tags: Harem - Game elements - Fantasy world [[[ A/N: This is my first time writing a story, and i'm writing in English even tho it isn't my first language, however iam quite good at it and there will be no unreadable content, at worst just some typos. But still take it easy on me :) This story is original, one i had thought of, and it will have multiple love interests around 3 and all original, and the MC will be overpowered at one point, it's just that he would still work hard to get strong. If you like, or find something wrong in the story please tell me. Above all : enjoy reading :) ^cover photo not mine^ I will do my own cover photo though, probably once i write about 30~40 chapters. Or if the novel gets popular enough, then much earlier. ]]]

Caught up in a hero summoning? Well, ain't this a twist. I came here to sate my artistic urges, to splash a little darkness on a world too clean for its own good. I'm no knight in shining armor; I'm the shadow in the alley, the serpent in the garden. In a kingdom overrun by demons, I’ve decided to play the villain. But first, I’ll have some fun.