Modern Day Hunger Games

[WSA 2024 Entry] Everyone is playing a regal game. Everyone except Lucia (who probably should). After her father faced accusations of trying to seize the throne from his father and king, he was exiled along with his family. They were no longer royalty, but his wife would not have it. She was friends with the queen of Vershia and used that to her advantage. Her two older daughters were the right age to marry the two princes, and she would make that happen come what may. That became a problem when the oldest daughter was ignored by the crown prince, who formed a friendship with the youngest of the girls. There was still hope; Lucia could become the future queen. But Lucia was not groomed for this role. She did not want to live for the type of marriage she could snag. She did not want to take the man who had been planned for her sister. But that’s the thing with plans, isn’t it? She never planned to fall in love with the man, and there she was: an unwilling participant in the regal games. Would she capture the crown? How would everything affect her relationship with her sister? Was there ever pleasing her mother?

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When Evan finds himself mysteriously transported to a fantasy realm, he expects to be hailed as a legendary hero or chosen one. But fate has other plans. Instead of wielding a mighty sword or casting powerful spells, Evan's purpose is to manage The Modern Haven—a humble shop offering food, drinks, and a touch of comfort to adventurers, knights, and mages who pass by the Great Forest on their quests.

DESTINY GAMES. It has been 85 years since Earth-11 became aligned with Yggdrasil and 73 years since Icon became the first demigod from Earth. Icon, as the first demigod, was privileged to weave the thread of fate for everyone. He was supposed to cut off Yggdrasil and free Earth-11 from the grasps of the other Earths and their god kings. That's why everyone helped him climb the tower of Destiny. But instead of ridding earth of Yggdrasil, he turned the destiny of mankind into seven rings of immortality.  The first ring was for the immortality of power. The second was for the immortality of the knowledge. The third, fourth, fifth, and sixth were for the immortality of the mind, energy, body, and soul. The last ring, the ring of the paragon, was made to rule them all.  Icon kept the ring of the paragon for himself and became a dictator. He ruled with an iron fist for many years. His was a reign of terror. But he was eventually vanquished by the collective effort of the world.  It has been 62 years since then. Icon is no more, but the damage he had done still remains. Earth-11 is still connected to Yggdrasil. The deadly games of the Tower of Destiny still remain, and the fight for the seven rings of immortality still continues.  Kelvin Thorn has just awakened his ability. It came at a good time too since he is running for his life. The ability he awakened saved him, but it came with a cost. He must climb the tower of destiny under the witness of the whole world and accumulate destiny, or he will die.  His situation is not unique. Everyone that awakens, which is mostly everyone, must climb the tower of destiny. It is one of the curses that Icon left behind before he died. But Thorn is different because the seventh ring found him.  The tower of destiny is where everyone granted power by destiny, be they humans, non-humans, or otherworlders, must fight in games of might, skill, and knowledge to gather the power of destiny. They will either die or eventually overcome death. Kelvin will be one of the latest in the line of billions of others in this struggle. 

Hanjun, who used to live alone, wakes up in a strange, old church in a different world called Eorera. In this world, there are two gods: the God of Light and the God of Darkness. A thousand years ago, the God of Darkness created demons and attacked humans. The God of Light was nowhere to be found, and people believed they were abandoned. Hanjun finds himself mistaken for being the God of Light by an old priest who was praying for help against the demons. Even though Hanjun is not actually a god, he ends up in a divine body on a stone throne, realizing he has lost most of his powers. He decides to help the humans by recruiting players from Earth through a game he creates called "God's Games Online." He sends out gaming equipment for free to a few selected players, who will enter the game to help protect Ulon Town from the approaching demons. Hanjun also creates a game system and an NPC guide, using the old priest named Barry to lead the players. Hanjun hides his true identity As "Holy Son" and starts preparing to gather faith and regain his power to protect the people of Eorera. Note: 1. Slow-paced story. 2. There is no female lead in this book.

Max, an ordinary student, found his world upended when powerful, chaotic, God-like beings descended upon Earth, bestowing grand and bizarre abilities upon humans while compelling them to participate in their perverse games.

In a world turned into a deadly game, Alex Grant, an ordinary high school student, finds himself thrust into an apocalyptic reality where Earth has been selected as Game World N31459. With invaders and monsters descending from the skies, humanity is forced to fight for survival. As Alex navigates through the chaos, he discovers a game-like system in his mind, granting him access to items, abilities, and quests. Using a rare "Blessing Stone," he gains temporary god-like powers, boosting his strength and endurance. Tasked with surviving the first week of the invasion, Alex fights terrifying creatures and encounters other survivors, each struggling to adapt to their new powers and the terrifying monsters attacking their world. Along the way, he earns valuable loot, including rare "Awakening Stones" that promise to unlock even greater power. With his R-level potential, Alex quickly becomes a force to be reckoned with, but the battles only grow more dangerous. The world has become a brutal game of survival, and Alex must use every advantage he gains to protect those around him and unravel the mysteries behind the invasion.

Felix Maxwell was destined to be a loser, born on one of the weakest races and on the least favorable of situations, he was forced to face adversity head-on as he traveled across the vast universe where dangers laid in every corner, one day traveling in hopes of riches he stumbled upon a ruin where a supreme being laid imprisoned, in a stroke of bad luck the being laid its eyes on him and tried to take over his body, forcing itself upon him. But fate hadn't given up on him! He woke up in his younger body, 20 years in the past with the fallen being trapped in his soul. In his past life he had been a loser, giving up on things mid-way and never striving for greatness, he was a side character who made the strong shine even brighter, but not on this life. He swore to himself he would strive for glory, he would take advantage of his knowledge and emerge as a supreme being! ...... Novel Discord: https://discord.gg/FTfXXYHnFT This is my Patreon, everyone is welcomed to drop by! https://www.patreon.com/MidGard_Author

After completing a hardcore game after numerous attempts, Elias felt that he had finally succeeded in doing something in his life. However, this happiness proved fleeting. With the game conquered, there was only a deep feeling of emptiness left. "You win" As he stared at the simple yet deep message, he was left wondering... What now? What was the meaning of his life now that the game was conquered? Yet he knew that he was only lying to himself. Deep down, Elias already knows the answer. He had already died the moment he completed the game. His life lost all meaning the instant he completed the game. Thus, with a smile, he decided to end his life. There was no point in living further. After all, Isn't the pursuit of happiness the ultimate aim of all living beings? He had found his... only to lose it just as quickly. As Elias pulled the trigger, expecting nothingness to follow, he found himself in a strange space along with a new feeling... The one of hate. "I hate the world so much that I want to destroy it." "I hate myself so much that I want to destroy myself." "I hate the unknown so much that I want to know everything." "I hate the unknowable so much that I want to comprehend everything." "I hate the unforgivable so much that I want to forgive everything."

In his previous life, he was the solitary Majesty who became an immortal machine in human form; in this life, he is Xiaomei, who began to yearn for the flesh after starting from a mechanical body. This is a story about the rational robot Xiaomei and the emotional and confident robot Agui, who stumbled and stumbled to return to their flesh, a journey full of laughter and tears, accompanied by songs and love. The author let the two protagonists fall to the lowest point in their lives at the beginning: penniless, even without their bodies, in the dark valley where there is no existence, they only have each other. However, despite the darkness and loneliness, there are always surprises and sweetness in life. This is another heartwarming adult fairy tale dedicated to the readers by the author, and another great adventure in an unknown world.

making you smile is top priority, smile always.

It had started simple. He woke up, met god and died alone. Death isn't the end, it was just another party. It's a strange land, but it will be his kingdom. Or he could just die again, that's always an option, until it isn't.

In a world consumed by the rat race, Haruto Oshima stood out as a bright student who despised the rat race everyone seemed trapped in. His dream? A life filled with success, excitement, and lots of wealth alongside his middle school girlfriend, Kanna. Haruto devoted himself intensely to his study, Achieving brilliant success in every exam, and took decisive steps toward achieving the life he aimed for. However, everything changed when Haruto's girlfriend Kanna broke up with him during their last year of middle school, leaving him deeply affected. Just as he was suffering from overwhelming sorrow, the world got hit with a virus known as Covid-19! After years of struggle, the world finally recovered from the pandemic, and people resumed their normal lives. However things didn't remain the same for Haruto Oshima, his educational path was suddenly brought to standstill, costing him five years of his educational life. Haruto’s lack of education forced him to do an ordinary job at a mall as a counter boy forcing him to live a life he always hated, plunging him into boredom and eventually into depression. Things keep getting worse for Haruto as his hatred for his own life started increasing day by day, eventually a tragic event hit his life forcing him to join a game named “Smiley Face Game” where players compete against each other in hope of winning millions of dollars. Unaware of the fact that this seemingly innocent game would turn into a “Human Massacre Game!”

Dante was an ageless warlock who had been going from one battle to another for hundreds of years. Following a chaotic encounter with an evil god, Dante unintentionally activates a contract with a demon, thrusting him into the modern world. Resolved to live a peaceful life, his intentions are halted when he finds himself in the middle of a conflict among rival mafia factions—dabbling with the ominous demonic magic that he knows best. _____________________ [WSA 2024 Entry] DAILY CHAPTERS! More artwork on: caracasm.carrd.co

You can start reading from Volume 4: Maha Vishwavidyalaya --- In a world teetering on the edge of light and shadow, Sam Walker discovers an ancient map leading to realms beyond imagination. As he navigates the treacherous landscapes of Durinia and the mysterious Pushp Lok, Sam encounters legendary creatures, secret societies, and a mission that could alter the fate of two worlds. From battling abyssal beasts to uncovering the secrets of the Maha Vishwavidyalaya, Sam’s journey is a riveting blend of adventure, intrigue, and discovery. Haunted by a cunning adversary and guided by enigmatic allies, Sam's quest for truth and justice takes him from bustling towns to the eerie confines of an otherworldly prison. With the power to traverse dimensions and a burgeoning strength fueled by mystical realms, he must protect the vulnerable and unravel the mysteries that bind his fate to the ancient prophecy. Join Sam as he embarks on a thrilling odyssey where every step unveils new challenges and every decision could tip the balance between hope and despair. "Modern Gu Cultivation" is a captivating tale of courage, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of a hero determined to shine light into the darkest corners of existence. --- Mass Release Chapter 16-20 on Date 13th June 2024 --- Support UPI: cosmicmystery@ybl

After Astraea's disappearance, everything changed. Sorin got depressed. Soteria became angry and disappointed in his first son. Zemira cracked. ...and Cassian...well, he was lonely...again. Everyone thought she was dead except Cassian and Sorin. They knew she was out there somewhere, but where? It had been fifteen years. Then one day, Sorin saw a familiar pair of grey eyes and was instantly drawn to who had them. Astra, the granddaughter of the Sarissa of Holeian, an enemy of Thurtian.

Marq is a well known author who lives a simple life. He feeds the homeless, volunteers and donates large sums of money to charity that is until his life comes to an unforeseen stop. Now floating in-between the plane of life and death Marq must pave a future for himself.

story of a vampire the first of her kind in the modern era watch as she grows and changes the world around her

This is 2042, when everyone knows witchcraft. Under the background of modern civilization, everyone wants to live forever.

"Echoes of Eternity" follows the journey of two souls bound by a love that transcends time and space. When Emma, a modern-day artist, discovers a mysterious antique painting, she becomes inexplicably drawn to its enigmatic subject, Alexander, a 19th-century aristocrat. As Emma delves deeper into the painting's history, she uncovers a timeless love story filled with passion, betrayal, and redemption. Across centuries, Emma and Alexander's fates intertwine, leading them on a quest to break the cycle of destiny and find true love once and for all. Will they defy the bounds of time to be together, or will history repeat itself?

Braxton Night was just an ordinary teenager until he met an unfortunate end. However, his story didn't end there. Braxton found himself reincarnated as a dragon in the modern-day world. He had been reborn as Blackeye Andromeda Triangulum, a majestic dragon with black scales and piercing yellow eyes. At first, Braxton was confused and scared by his new form. He didn't know how to control his dragon body or understand the world around him. But as he explored his new existence, he began to embrace his dragon form and all its possibilities. Blackeye Andromeda Triangulum quickly became a legend in the Amazonian community. He was known for his fierce strength and unwavering loyalty to his friends. He also had a mischievous side, often playing pranks on unsuspecting humans. But Braxton never forgot his human past. He missed his family and friends dearly and longed for a way to reconnect with them. One day, he stumbled upon a group of humans who were being attacked by a gang of robbers. Without hesitation, Blackeye Andromeda Triangulum swooped in to defend the humans, using his dragon powers to defeat the robbers. To his surprise, one of the humans recognized him. It was his best friend from his human life, who had been searching for him ever since he disappeared. Overjoyed to be reunited, Braxton revealed his true identity to his friend and introduced him to his dragon form. From that day on, Braxton lived a double life as both a dragon and a human. He used his dragon powers to fight injustice and protect the innocent, while also cherishing his human connections and memories. Though he had been reborn as a dragon, Braxton never forgot the person he once was, and continued to make a difference in both worlds.

Long Tian was a genius cultivator who was known by many names , such as Ruthless Emperor , God Physician , and many other nicknames . He has lived in various eras, he even mastered various things such as medicine, the art of killing, martial arts, modern technology, and other abilities. However, misfortune finally befell him, because he was too obsessed with resurrecting his wife Liu Lifen. He tried to defy fate and use forbidden arts but he failed miserably, and his obsession led to his death. But just as his soul began to dissipate, Long Tian's soul was sucked in by a black hole. And by the time he regained his consciousness, he was already in a world he had never seen before. And from the memory he knew that his current name was Xia Tian, ​​a sixteen year old debauchee. His father was killed by a mysterious person , and he himself was also a cripple. But who is Long Tian? He was a genius cultivator with various abilities, and was well known by many nicknames. He is determined to return to his peak, and fight against his own destiny to become the strongest in this new world.

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the boundless expanse of the universe in "A Day in the Life of a Random Creature Throughout the Universe." This captivating story invites readers to witness the diverse and thrilling adventures of a random creature, blessed with a remarkable 100x Feedback System. Prepare to be immersed in action-packed and adventure-filled narratives as our protagonists, yes protagonists, traverse mesmerizing worlds and encounter a myriad of challenges. From breathtaking cosmic landscapes to enigmatic realms brimming with wonder, each moment presents an opportunity for exhilarating exploration. If you want overpowered protagonists and awesome action/adventure oriented story lines, come on by and give this a shot. But fair warning, the overpowered protagonists you may love or may hate, are not invincible. Take that as you will. I may upload this every Monday and Friday. posted on royalroad too.

Sophia is the last woman Ryan Williams wants to be near, let alone marry…yet there's no escaping the alluring pianist he's been engaged to since they were children. For years,he made his unwillingness known but his efforts to keep Sophia at a distance faded to dust at the sight of her with another man( ARIS her boyfriend)- his family lawyer mere months before their wedding. A look at her,he realizes he's done running, whether she likes it or not ,she is his . After falling head over heels with her, just to realize it's a three years contract and Sophia's ex-boyfriend vows to take her after that deal is over.Will she remain in the marriage when she finds out her marriage contract is just for three years or she will return to her ex-boyfriend? Will his dark past hold the power to destroy their marriage?

System Message: Embark in a thrilling tale of adventure and comedy as we follow the story of our dear Host in his quest for survival. [Hey guys im damn sorry but i've gotta pause this writing shit for school now, not sure when i'll be back maybe never but hey if your reading this thanks. That's all from me hope to be back soon]