Ordinal Scale

In the galaxy of Shunya, where astral energy reigned supreme, war was the natural order. Middle and low-level worlds clashed endlessly, each striving to break the elusive Level 25 cap, a threshold that only a rare few could surpass. What began as small skirmishes, driven by greed and necessity, soon spiraled into full-scale wars. Empires bled, kingdoms burned, and cities crumbled to dust. But when conquest within a world was no longer enough, warriors turned their gaze outward, invading distant realms, subjugating worlds, and harvesting the astral cores of beasts and humans alike. For those who sought power, the path forward was paved in blood. And amidst the carnage, something unnatural was born. From a sea of blood, an Entity awakened, adrift in a world of war, with no memory of his past or identity. Accompanied by a wolf and an old man, he set forth on a journey to uncover the truth, unknowingly carrying the power to reshape the fate of worlds.

Since the beginning of time the gods have caused chaos for their own amusement, a dragon skinned for it's scales, a fairy who lost her body, a beautiful woman with no more form and a king who failed to protect anyone. Cades Kirgun is an ehetrian child who longed to become a artificer. His life was perfect, and we will see that life, but one day everything changed. This is the story about the truth hidden from everyone, about a crusade against the gods, a war for what everyone believed in, a fight of the countless against the few. And a child that lost everything.

After being dragged by accident by a god to another world, Marcel must now contend with the constant dangers of a world under the rule of the Ad Infinitum System, trying to learn how to use and manage to survive the threats when everything around him can rise in levels over him. He will have to join Kali, the spoiled and constantly mad Demon Queen, and her followers to learn how to become more powerful, survive another day, and slowly understand what paper he has on this new world as a massive continental-scale war is progressing around him. However, his System is broken and not working properly, showcasing errors and giving him access to a power not meant for human use. All for the sake of his own quest: to kill the god that stole his life. --------------------------------- 50k words reached on 2/11/2025, all for free! Please, consider commenting and reviewing. It help a lot to keep me going and to learn and improve.

Life always seemed to be working against me. I grew up in a tight-knit but struggling household, crammed into a damp apartment where every drip from the ceiling echoed our hardships. School became my beacon of hope—my way out. But fate wasn’t kind. I lost a crucial scholarship to someone from a wealthier background. They didn’t need it, but their connections tipped the scales. Unable to keep up with the crushing costs of college, I left. I took up managing a karaoke bar to support my family and kept telling myself that someday, things would get better. Then, everything shifted on a random evening. As I walked home, I was completely engrossed in a webnovel I loved: A Magician's Path. In that world, magical prowess determined your entire social standing. That’s when it happened—a car hit me. I thought that was it for me. Yet, I woke up somewhere else. I found myself inside the very universe of the story I’d been reading. A glowing interface hovered before me, identifying me as Dominic Eñerforte—just a 15-year-old boy. He had no mana whatsoever but boasted near-superhuman levels of luck and instinct. This world was called Sylvestria, where life revolved entirely around magic. With no mana, I was already at the bottom of the ladder. However, I had one edge: I knew how events in this world were supposed to unfold. Magic wasn’t everything—I could still shape my destiny. I’d always believed in the power of perseverance, and now I had an opportunity to test that belief in a world where dreams and nightmares collided.

Updates @ 14:00 and 16:00 (+8) What can be considered a treasure? Brandon was the largest dragon there was. His old scales alone could buy an entire country. But he did not have a treasure to speak of. Just gold, glistering gems, and a homey cottage where he hid when the goings got tough. One day, as he was collecting wild herbs, he found his treasure. Beaten, with a slavery rune on him, barely alive. Pan was not much, but to Brandon, he was a treasure. A treasure fit for a dragon.

As the son of the Minister of Health, Han Minjun had always led a privileged life, shielded from the harsh realities of the world. However, when he met the enigmatic Kim Seungjoon, his life took a dramatic turn. The attraction between them was instantaneous, but little did Han Minjun know that his love for Kim Seungjoon would plunge him into a world of chaos and uncertainty. The mysteries surrounding Kim Seungjoon were many, and as their relationship deepened, Han Minjun found himself embroiled in a web of intrigue and danger. Did he know what he was getting into when he fell for Kim Seungjoon? As he embarked on a new journey with Seungjoon, he pondered about the unknown future that lay ahead of them. Questions swirled through his mind about the enigmatic person he had chosen to spend his life with. How many secrets did Seungjoon keep hidden? What mysteries would they unravel together? The anticipation of what was to come was both exhilarating and nerve-wracking....... As the story unfolded, it became apparent that the idyllic fairytale was taking a dark turn. The once-balanced scales between life and death began to tip precariously, and the characters found themselves in the midst of a harrowing nightmare. It was impossible to predict who would emerge from the ordeal unscathed.......

"Dragons and their spawn rule the skies, the land, and the seas... humanity survives in the cracks, dreaming of a comeback." _____ Power comes from the beast you tame at the tender age of ten. Wolves, hawks, snakes, spiders, chimeras, the stronger your summon, the brighter your future. Too bad for our protagonist. When everyone else summoned salamanders, eagles, troll dogs(not doge) or tigers, he got… Well, let’s just say the only thing lower on the food chain is dirt. Laughed at, bullied, and living as the butt of every joke, he’s not exactly winning. But giving up isn’t an option... His aging parents sold everything for his "failed" chance, and he won’t let it be for nothing. But hey, this is his story. The weakest beast tamer? Here’s the thing about being at the bottom: it teaches you how to climb. And dragons? Turns out they start small too, so... He’s going to tame everything, every evolutionary line. How? Step one: survive long enough to unlock his gift. Step two: tame creatures nobody else dares to touch. Step three: become the strongest tamer the world has ever seen. As kingdoms crumble under greed and external threats, the weakest tamer begins his rise. Follow his path as he unlocks a potential so rare, so terrifying, it leads to dragons… Every evolutionary line leads to the strongest ‘SSS Dragons’. _______ Warning: Contains world-ending dragons, ridicule-fueled underdog revenge, dragon-scaled protagonist, morally questionable nobles, insane creature evolutions and enough twists to make you wonder if weakest really means luckiest. A MC who’s out to prove everyone wrong… even if it kills him. Spoiler alert: It won’t. For those who love a whole lot of fun, this one’s for you. If you’re looking for a darker story, look somewhere else (Maybe Utopian System (;) This one’s about having fun, taming dragons and expectations. _______ If you want to know more about the cover: Yep, that's Luna, the FL... Her skin and clothes are morphing into shimmering scales from her dragon power. Remember Sailor Moon? Magical girls? Now imagine if the magical outfit wasn’t a cute dress, but an actual dragon! The dragon is the dress. Oh, and don’t miss the cool horns. It’s not just fashion; it’s fusion. High-level beasts tend to leave their mark, and Luna wears it like a boss, pulling off the ultimate power move. _______ We will use the same Discord from my first book, come join! https://discord.gg/W3CjfC2cw4 _______ Silly tags that seem to matter a lot to some readers: No Yaoi, No Yuri, Possibly Harem (Vote! I can write either, and in any case, there will be multiple girls. The only difference is whether he chooses one in the end or goes the "liberal" route.... democracy is yours!), No NTR.

Waking from his sleep, Yue Feng found himself the owner of a fishing gear store on the brink of bankruptcy, and his time travel had landed him a rather "awkward" career as well as a system to assist him, From then on, the small town had a fishing gear store that wasn’t large in scale but had quite the reputation, With the blessing of the system (cheat), Yue Feng started livestreaming and playing the internet celebrity game to great success. Traditional fishing? Yue Feng played with the Seven-star float in the weed beds so divinely. Sitting platform fishing? He was the contestant who ascended to the rank of Special Level Competitive Fishing Master at the speed of light. Lure fishing? To him, catching a kilogram-class tarpon was just a beginner's move, and even meter-long silver dragons were nothing more than a dish on the table. Dream Fish Species were like picking things out of his pocket. Deep-sea fishing? He held the world record for the heaviest single-tail bluefin spearfish. There aren’t many sports in this world that can make a weathered adult as happy as a child, and fishing is definitely one of them. Let us witness the rise of a fishing god who achieved the pinnacle by fishing (cheating)!

The hidden dragon stirred from its sleep, the fierce tiger descended the mountain! Ye Wudao, following his master's orders, crossed into the mortal world, his medical skills so advanced they could reverse fate, his divine magic alone dominating the universe. Whoever dared touch my dragon scales, regardless of their power or status, was met with instant death!

High school student Kiara Meitner is apart of the secret organization of Wardens. Her resolve is to protect the world from evil cursed spirits. Her relatively normal life is thrust is thrust upside down as she becomes of a large conspiracy far bigger than she thought she knew. There are those who work in the shadows- many with not pure intentions. Everything she once knew will soon come to question. As the scales of justice tip, only one side of the conflict can ultimately survive. Will she defend her beliefs or will she let the revelations change the course of her fate forever.

originally 2-3 chapters per week, but now it might vary to about 1 chapter every 1-2 weeks. I gotta practice, read other works, rewrite some of the chapters, etc.

In a world where humans and mythical beasts once coexisted, the Dragon Heir is born every thousand years to restore balance. Kai, a lowly orphan in the kingdom of Eldoria, discovers he carries the bloodline of the last Dragon King. With an ancient dragon soul sealed within him, Kai must navigate a treacherous world of warring kingdoms, forbidden magic, and vengeful gods. But will he master his powers in time to prevent the annihilation of both humans and dragons?

Magi of Sinlung Larin was just another apprentice magi, content with the quiet pursuit of knowledge—until war shattered his world. The Kirat Empire, an iron-fisted colossus, has long trampled Xiaxo under its boot, but their rule has fractured. As rebellion brews and ancient forces stir, Larin finds himself at the heart of a conflict far greater than he ever imagined. The magic of Sinlung, the breath of the land itself, is awakening. Beings older than recorded history—Primordial entities, Guardian Beasts, and cosmic civilizations lurking beyond the stars—have begun to make their moves. Some see humanity as pawns, others as tools, and a few as something more. But the wars of gods and conquerors will not wait for one young magi to catch up. Resistance is inevitable. Betrayal is certain. Survival is not. Larin must wield every scrap of knowledge, power, and cunning to carve a path forward. From the battlefields of Xiaxo to the depths of forgotten ruins, from the councils of war to the whispers of cosmic magi, he will face blood, sacrifice, and impossible truths. The world is shifting, and with it, the nature of magic itself. Will he remain a mere student of the arcane, or will he forge himself into something greater? What to Expect: In-depth and immersive worldbuilding – Traditions, cultures, and histories woven into a living world. Grand-scale civilizations – Empires, resistance forces, and cosmic hierarchies, each with their own agendas. A clash of ideologies – What does it mean to rule? To resist? To be free? Philosophical and moral complexity – No easy answers, only difficult choices. Slow-burn grimdark progression – A mix of slice-of-life, political intrigue, and brutal reality. A layered magic system – Sinlung Arts, ancient philosophies, and the unraveling secrets of existence. GameLit elements – Structured progression, world mechanics, and a system beyond mere stats. Updates M/W/F

The story is set 200 years after the Great Holocaust. Now, everything of advanced civilization has been wiped out. On the ground now there are only scattered ruins that were once massive and glorious. There is no more hope, they just turn to kill each other, even though they have almost disappeared. The countries that exist now are only in name, in reality they are a mess. But then, super nations from the sea of ​​blood process were born. The two largest countries - Eurasian and Ocenia currently have many disputes over the land that used to be Europe. The scale of the conflict became larger, resulting in countless human lives being left behind here. From hundreds, now there are millions of lives. Of course, massacres and mutual purges are no longer common. The story follows two small people in that vortex of power through blood.

Astral is a man who is heavy into history. This leads him to find out something new about himself that he never knew. He gains a special set of powers and is able to explore history for longer. He then is able to explore what else the galaxy has to offer while continually going forward in time. Going so far forward that time itself goes in a circle. Keeping his friends safe from the hands of time. He becomes a warrior on a universal scale and leads him and a company of people vs the rest of the universe. Shattering his mind. Will we see Astral repair himself or will he be forever shattered?

In 2018, the Earth's spiritual energy revived, humans awakened superpowers on a large scale. In 2022, alien civilizations discovered Earth and conducted observations. In 2025, Earth applied for civilization verification and joined the Interstellar Alliance. · Su Yu had been weak and sick since childhood. Even when Earth entered the spiritual energy recovery, it could not heal his body to some extent. However, he awakened a strange superpower. This superpower was a system that encouraged him to ascend the throne as king every day, saying that he only needed to raise his arm and there would be millions of handsome men and beautiful women standing up to welcome the queen back to the throne. Su Yu felt that his superpower was very outrageous. It was fine to ascend the throne as king, the millions of handsome men and beautiful women were not mentioned. The most outrageous thing was welcome the queen back to the throne, he was a man! ... However, Su Yu finally ascended the throne. In the interstellar competition, contestants from different planetary civilizations worked hard just to win the final grand prize. And Su Yu only needs to sit on the throne built by his insect generals, watching the evil and handsome guard holding his hand, and kissing his fingertips devoutly and humbly. "This star field will be my first coronation gift to you, please wait for our triumph. ——My most respected king." ============= #This article follows the Su Shuang (Marie Su and cool) plot! The protagonist will not be abused!# #The attacker may appear later, but there is really a CP!# T/N: The title should have been 'After being forced to ascend the throne, I became popular in the interstellar world' but there was a caracters limit so I went for this one.

The sky belongs to the strong. The weak are cast below. Arix has spent his entire life trapped on the surface, beneath the floating islands and continents of the Skyborn, watching the untouchable elite rule from above while the exiled mine Celestium like slaves. But he was never meant to stay Earthbound. When he stows away on the Nimbus, a stolen airship piloted by desperate exiles, Arix is thrust into a world of skyship battles, ruthless warriors, and forgotten legends. With no powers of his own and no place among the Skyborn, he must steal, outthink, and fight his way upward—one battle at a time. Yet the higher he climbs, the more the past catches up to him. The Skylord was thought to be a myth, a long-dead legend. But as Arix fights his way toward the heavens, whispers spread. The sky remembers him. And it wants him back. Progression System: Skyborn Hierarchy, Essence Mastery, Celestial War Relics Tropes: Underdog MC, Rogue Tactics, No System Aid, Aerial Combat Themes: Freedom vs. Oppression, Lost History, Found Family, Ruthless Progression The sky belongs to those who dare to take it. And Arix will take everything. ✅ Underdog MC with explosive growth potential ✅ Clear power system ✅ Skyship battles and large-scale progression stakes ✅ Mystery behind MC’s origins ✅ A fresh setting—sky-focused progression rather than dungeon-focused

The world is on the brink of annihilation. The forces of evil are closer than ever to their ultimate victory. Humanity has been severed from its origins, with only fragments of old legends lingering in the collective memory. Wars, plagues, and unchecked industry have poisoned the planet, while a materialistic will consumes what little remains of hope. In the realm of Primordial Earth, Aldirk, the most powerful wizard, has betrayed Dontar, the Creator. With the aid of Kalhanor, a deity of darkness, he has seized control of the world, driving humanity to the edge of extinction and enslaving all other creatures under his iron rule. The last glimmer of salvation rests in the hands of one person—ironically, a human, the very species responsible for so much destruction. He has been called "The Chosen One," the only soul with even the slimmest chance of standing against the encroaching darkness. But he will not fight alone. A band of courageous companions will join him on an epic journey across a dying world, where peril lurks at every turn, alliances will be tested, and battles of unfathomable scale will shape the fate of all living beings. The last leyend is a gripping tale of heroism, betrayal, and destiny, perfect for readers hungry for mystery and high fantasy. Will light prevail, or will the world be swallowed by eternal night?

In a not-so-distant future, Earth is thrown into chaos by a weird alien ship that crashes and starts leaking spiritual energy all over the place. This energy messes with the planet’s ecosystem, making everything mutate—animals, plants, even people. It’s like nature’s gone wild, with some folks getting crazy supernatural powers while others struggle to survive against mutated creatures and power-hungry groups trying to take control. In the middle of all this craziness, Amira Hailen—a tough-as-nails ex-special forces assassin with a complicated past—gets a second shot at life. Thanks to a mysterious ally’s Mental Transference powers, she’s sent back in time, waking up with the ability to control ice. Determined to keep humanity afloat, she gathers her old crew and turns them into a reliable team amid all the chaos. Meanwhile, Aiden Emberstorm—a fiery elite operative—gets fed up with the government’s weak response to the crisis. With his own fire powers blazing, he ditches the bureaucracy and teams up with his battalion to protect innocent lives. He becomes a symbol of resistance, taking on mutated beasts and rogue factions while trying to restore some order. When Amira and Aiden cross paths, it’s not exactly love at first sight. Their icy and fiery personalities clash, but they can’t deny the need to join forces. They both want the same thing: a sanctuary where survivors can be safe. So, they decide to work together, hatching a plan to take down the alien ship before it can call in reinforcements for a full-scale invasion. Amid epic battles, unexpected alliances, and a budding romance, Amira and Aiden must face both their inner demons and the alien threat. It’s a fight for survival in a world that’s gone wild, with everything at stake—including their own hearts.

In a world where two dominant factions—Curse Weavers and Slayers—have waged a cold war for centuries, the fragile balance of power is on the verge of shattering. The land of Liri, known for its unbreakable 900 Arts of Defense, stands as the last fortress against the ever-growing threat of Ikaron, the war-hardened island that has perfected the 900 Arts of Offense. The two nations, once bound by a sacred pact established by a legendary Grandmaster, now find themselves on the brink of war, their ancient principles and ideologies clashing in ways that could reshape history. At the heart of this chaos is Zchec Kereos, a prodigious Slayer of Liri, who has mastered the elusive Art of Shadow Jujutsu. Once a rising hero, now a reluctant leader, Zchec struggles with the overwhelming responsibility of protecting a kingdom that seems more inclined to mourn its past than fight for its future. Haunted by enigmatic dreams of a woman with a tiger—an omen of fate or an unknown enemy?—Zchec is forced to question everything he once believed.Beside him stands Limo, the carefree yet deadly practitioner of Density Manipulation, and Azzurra, the shieldmaster whose defense is as impenetrable as her sharp tongue. Together, they are drawn into an impending Warfare Meeting, where the fate of their homeland will be decided. But as they prepare for war, shocking betrayals shake the very foundation of their beliefs. Rit, the once-revered Großartig Primera of Liri, has vanished, and whispers suggest he has defected to the enemy. Meanwhile, the newly crowned Niveou Superieur of Ikaron, Kazumi, has mastered the mythical 900th Art of Offense, a technique believed to be unstoppable. As tensions rise, a new force emerges from the depths—the Hydroppers, an advanced underwater civilization hidden beneath the ocean for centuries. Stronger, wealthier, and more evolved than any known faction, Hydroppers have learned to fight not only in the depths but also on land, making them an unpredictable wildcard in the impending war. With their vast resources and superior technology, they threaten to tip the scales of power forever. As Orion, a rogue warrior and Kazumi share moments of whispered confessions and uncertain loyalties, the lines between friend and foe blur.War is coming. Old treaties will break. Ancient arts will be tested. And in the end, the one who masters the balance between curse and blade, shadow and light will decide the fate of this world. Welcome to Jujutsu Saiko—the world of Curse Weavers and Slayers, where power is an art, and death is a masterpiece.

In a world where strength dictates status, Jiang Chen starts as the weakest disciple in the Heavenly Sword Sect, mocked and humiliated. But everything changes when he awakens the Heavenly Domination System, a cheat that rewards him for defeating opponents, ruling over others, and conquering hearts. With a system that thrives on arrogance and power, Jiang Chen sets out to dominate the cultivation world. His rise is ruthless, his ambition limitless. From a weakling to an overpowered sect leader, he crushes his enemies, gathers powerful followers, and attracts influential female cultivators who are drawn to his strength and charisma. As his power grows, so does his arrogance. But the world of cultivation is vast, and greater enemies lurk in the shadows, waiting to challenge his rule. Will Jiang Chen reign supreme, or will his arrogance lead to his downfall? Key Elements: System & Cheat Skill: The Heavenly Domination System rewards Jiang Chen for his victories, arrogance, and influence. It grants him overpowered abilities, legendary cultivation techniques, and even the power to manipulate fate. Weak-to-Strong Progression: From a lowly disciple to the most feared sect leader, his growth is rapid and relentless. Wuxia & Cultivation World: A realm of powerful sects, mystical beasts, ancient treasures, and legendary martial arts. Arrogant Male Lead: Jiang Chen is unapologetically arrogant, using his power to dominate rivals and win the hearts of influential female cultivators. Action-Packed Battles: Epic duels, large-scale sect wars, and confrontations with ancient beasts and rival sect leaders. Sect Leader Dynamics: As he rises to power, he establishes his own sect, attracting powerful followers and facing challenges from rival factions.

This article tells about Aunt Liu's shopping experience at an individual fruit and vegetable store opposite Shandong University of Science and Technology. Aunt Liu entered the store and selected tofu, dried tofu and coriander by herself. After asking the price, the proprietress weighed and quoted a price of 2.9 yuan. Aunt Liu became suspicious and asked again, but was ridiculed by the boss. When she went home and weighed the vegetables with her own precise small scale, she found that the actual price of the purchased vegetables was much lower than the payment amount, and the overcharge ratio exceeded 1/4 of the original price. She recalled that there had been similar situations before. Obviously, the store is likely to use ghost scales, which reflects the chaos of some individual fruit and vegetable stores using ghost scales to deceive consumers, and the resulting young people are more inclined to shop online or go to large supermarkets to purchase, warning individual merchants that honest operation is the foundation of their survival.

This book’s full title is: “Murderous AI: That Time I Got Kidnapped to the Future and My Suit Solves Everything With Explosions” Christopher “Chris” Cross never expected much from his night out in Chicago—until he picked up a pair of sleek, high-tech sunglasses in an old gaming lounge. One bad decision later, he finds himself kidnapped into the distant future, permanently bonded to a sentient A.I. battle suit with an unhealthy obsession with destruction. Now stranded in a world where humanity rules the stars, corporate-backed militaries wage endless wars, and advanced technology is as dangerous as the people who wield it, Chris has a few pressing concerns: • He has no way back home, and his new A.I. co-pilot thinks ‘diplomacy’ is just another word for ‘missile strike’. • The suit he’s wearing is an outdated experimental relic, but somehow, it’s more advanced than anything in this era. • R.A.G.E. wants to solve every problem with overwhelming firepower and keeps offering unsolicited ‘explosion-based’ solutions to everyday situations. • By sheer accident, Chris prevents the assassination of a high-ranking military official, putting himself on the radar of powerful factions—and making enemies he didn’t ask for. With shadowy organizations watching him, dangerous figures hunting him, and an A.I. constantly trying to escalate every situation into a full-scale war, Chris has no choice but to adapt—or die trying. But in a galaxy where power determines survival, he’s quickly learning that controlling R.A.G.E. isn’t just about keeping himself alive. It might just decide the future itself. *** This work will be participating in the 2025 Spirity Awards. Upload schedule: Every Tuesday and Wednesday with a minimum of 4ch/week (I’m a working man. My apologies, readers.) 500 Power Stones/week= 1 extra chp every week for the first three months. First 20 reviews = 1 extra chapter a week for the month. Every 50 golden tickets gifted (when contracted) will unlock a chapter designated at 1 coin for the first three months after being contracted and going premium. (Applies to privilege as well.) That is all. Thank you for reading and don’t forget to add to your library and comment while reading. It motivates me.

A giant tree popped up in the middle of the Atlantic ocean covering the world in a strange new radiation and because of it, people began to change. First, there are the Chosen. These super humans have only slight physical changes and yet can manifest amazing elemental powers. Next, you have the Infected. These humans have experienced large scale body changes which range from animal adaptations to simply grotesque body decomposition. Most are still normal and sane humans who attempt to adapt to life while being shunned by others. There are some however that have grown deranged and think themselves the rulers of the world. Our MC lives a somewhat lonely life while sometimes being accompanied by his rather senile yet kind grandfather. He has no idea where his parents went after they dropped him off a few years ago, so he has no choice but to stay here. He lives by the idea that he should just be air and not be noticed in the slightest. All of this goes ok until things start changing and Laz starts getting dragged around in many different directions. Welcome to a story of Gods, evolution, love, adult situations and basically bringing a bit of eastern fantasy to western civilization. Hope you enjoy the ride.

In a world where power is measured by the potential of one’s core, Marcus Thornwell is a broken outcast. With a damaged core that drains his life force, he struggles to survive in a prestigious Corebearers Academy, where the corebearers train to harness their strength. When a wealthy bully nearly killed him during a dungeon test, Marcus gains an ancient and mysterious power, the Devour System. Branded by this dark blessing, a single touch unleashes the primal essence of the fallen, stealing their traits and abilities for his own. He claims the [Icy Fangs] of Arctic frost wolves, their [Lightning-laced Howls] crackling through frozen air that freezes the breath inside lungs. He devours the [Scorching Talons] of the Frostfire Wyrm, a crimson-scaled leviathan whose hide glimmers like molten steel under forge-fire, its [Fiery Breath] melting stone to slag. Each stolen power warps his flesh and soul, twisting him into something "more", and less human. As Marcusus grows stronger, he begins to unravel the truth about his origins, the truth buried in lies, betrayal, and blood. Evolve. Transcend. Devour. The feast of power has only just begun.

Why does the universe seem so silent if it harbors countless stars and planets? In The Fermi Paradox, a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration, readers journey from the paradox’s humble beginnings—when Enrico Fermi posed his famous question “Where is everybody?”—to the cutting-edge technologies and theories that might finally yield answers. Through ten meticulously structured chapters, this volume unfolds the paradox from every angle. It begins with the historical and scientific foundations that shaped the early debate, then delves into the staggering scale and probability calculations suggesting we should be surrounded by extraterrestrial civilizations. Readers are guided through the latest astronomical observations—why we see only “great silence” where we once expected cosmic chatter—and introduced to pivotal theories like the Great Filter, the Rare Earth hypothesis, and the darker side of technological evolution. Sociological and economic analyses add human context, revealing how cultural forces might shape our cosmic destiny. Finally, The Fermi Paradox tackles alternative conjectures, from simulated realities to hidden alien probes, before mapping out future directions that blend ethical questions, advanced detection projects, and a synthesis of the most credible scholarly references. For anyone seeking a deep, multifaceted understanding of why our universe appears so quiet, this book offers both clarity and wonder.

In the year 3147 the Roman Imperium had finally achieved its goal of colonizing its own corner of the galaxy. Unlike in our own world the Rome of this one never fell, but instead grew to encompass the whole of the earth, and overtime spread itself, and humanity, among the stars. Yet even with the marvelous advancements in technology, healthcare, welfare, and every other category required for a thriving society. There is still one roman tradition that refuses to die. GLADIATORS!! And we should all be glad for it, because during the year 3149, just two years after the long and exhausting colonization campaigns were ended, mankind learned that it was not alone in the galaxy, let alone the universe. It had just stepped onto a much bigger stage where entire planets and even star systems were used as bargaining chips in universal gladiator games. Wars on a galactic scale are far too destructive to simply be allowed, if left unchecked the vast majority of life in the universe would cease to be. Therefore each race recognized by the galactic or universal council (it changes depending on the scale of the race itself) must submit champions or gladiators to represent them in the games. The winners gain unfathomable rewards, the losers perish or worse have their entire species enslaved. Please join our hero as he embarks upon his own perilous journey as a lanista, will he rise above the masses, or fall like so many others before him? Or perhaps his own latent gifts may bring him to a height, or depth hitherto unexplored by any before.

Inside of the carcas of the Dragon Emperor, there a new life was born. New? Not exactly... More like reincarnated.

Cosmological Defects offers a sweeping, in-depth exploration into the relics of the early universe, charting a course from the primordial chaos of the Big Bang to the intricate tapestry of modern cosmological research. This definitive volume begins with an accessible introduction to cosmological defects and the dramatic phase transitions that set the stage for their formation (Chapter 1–2) and then delves into the mechanics of symmetry breaking and the influential Kibble-Zurek mechanism (Chapter 3). It builds a robust theoretical framework by systematically classifying topological defects—from the one-dimensional filaments of cosmic strings (Chapter 5) and the two-dimensional cosmic boundaries of domain walls (Chapter 6) to the point-like magnetic monopoles (Chapter 7), and extending further into the realm of complex, unstable defects such as textures and skyrmions (Chapter 8). The journey continues as the book ventures "beyond standard defects" to explore the role of extra dimensions and the emergence of hybrid structures from multiple symmetry breakings (Chapter 9), while also showcasing the latest astronomical methods that link theory with observation (Chapter 10). In a broader cosmological context, it examines how these defects might have seeded large-scale structures and acted as catalysts in cosmic evolution (Chapter 11). The final chapters bring the discussion full circle—synthesizing theory and observation into a comprehensive conclusion (Chapter 12) and providing a critical analysis of the seminal references that have shaped the field (Chapter 13). Drawing upon a wealth of highly credible, peer-reviewed research—from seminal works by Kibble, Linde, and Vilenkin to transformative observational studies by the Planck Collaboration—Cosmological Defects is an essential resource for PhD-level scholars and researchers. It not only presents complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner but also offers deep insights into the current challenges and future directions of cosmology, ensuring that readers gain a thorough understanding of both the historical context and cutting-edge developments in the study of the universe’s most enigmatic structures.

Determined to stand against the looming threat, he devotes himself to protecting the land he calls home. Yet, betrayal slithers through the ranks of those he once trusted. Friends turn into foes, and the woman who once whispered cryptic warnings vanishes as if she had never existed. Only two remain by his side—an ancient dragon and a growing pup, both no more than children in his eyes. Then, the truth begins to unravel. The dragon speaks to him—not with words, but within his mind. So does Fri, the growing pup who is far more than he seems. He soon learns that Fri, too, is from another dimension, a realm unlike any other. Across the vast expanse of the cosmos, countless stars harbor planets teeming with unique species—beasts, elves, Gore’s, and civilizations beyond imagination. Each world follows its own path, but one truth binds them all: an ancient darkness is stirring, consuming all in its wake. Through Fri and the dragon. must seek out the last survivors across the stars to stand against the encroaching void. Yet the greatest revelation comes from his own bloodline. His father, once believed to be the great sorcerer who sought to destroy the empire, was not a villain, but an anomaly—one who stood as an equal to both darkness and light. Neither force could claim him, for he balanced the scales between them, making him a threat to both. For this, they bound him, locking him away for disrupting the very fabric of dimensions. His father was not a destroyer, but a traveler—one who walked between worlds, seeing the truths others feared to face. Now, Arren stands at a crossroads. Branded a monster, feared for the power that flows through his veins, and burdened with a truth that shatters all he knew, he must choose. Will he follow in his father’s path, embracing both light and shadow? Or will he forge his own fate, defying the will of gods and men alike? One thing is certain—the war is far from over, and Arren may be the only one who can shift the tide across worlds.