Underground

Lucien, a man from a highly advanced technological world, meets an untimely death, only to have his soul dragged into a decaying world corrupted by both magic and technology. Coincidentally he also has the same name in this world and in this new land, the atmosphere has become so toxic that only the wealthy, who live underground in massive tomb cities, can afford to breathe clean air. Above ground, the poor are crammed into overpopulated hive cities, constantly threatened by the poisoned atmosphere, natural disasters, and monstrous creatures known as Typhoeus .He begins to revolutionize the fusion of magic and technology, challenging the oppressive systems that keep the poor downtrodden and the rich isolated underground. As Lucien rises through the ranks, he fights not only for survival but to reshape a world that has long been suffocated by corruption, ultimately seeking to claim a place of power and lead a rebellion that will change the course of the world's future.

Seeking a fresh start, Avery Chen, the abandoned daughter of a well-known mafia lord, enrolls in a top university. Rather, she discovers she is in the middle of a dangerous network of academics and criminal activities. Avery draws the attention of campus golden boy Lucas Sterling as she is bullied for her family ties but she politely denies his interest. Expert assassin Avery pays for her schooling by means of high-stakes operations. Her world meets Lucas's when she finds out he is in charge of a competitor criminal group. As Lucas and his estranged brother Damien come to see Avery could be the key to bringing their disparate groups together, Avery must negotiate her feelings, her mission, and the dangerous underground of college organized crime. Avery battles to find the truth about her father's desertion and create her own path, therefore her particular abilities both help and hinder her. Will Avery be swallowed by the criminal underworld in a society where loyalties shift like sand?

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] In a world where mythical beings have fallen into an "eternal slumber," a thriving underground market exploits the stolen essence of these dormant creatures. At its epicenter are dragons—majestic beings desired for their scales, organs, and prized eggs. The most coveted treasure of all is a dragon's name, a key that holds the power to control its very existence. Dragon Lord, guardian of a clutch of dormant eggs, lives in isolation atop a hill, surrounded by a forest that veils his castle. He bears the scars of past betrayals, having been deceived by those who feigned love to steal his treasures or claim his head as a bounty. Jaded and cold, he trusts no one, living a solitary existence. However, his solitude is shattered when a woman unwittingly stumbles into his life. Yara finds herself in Dragon Lord's treasured den amidst a battle between the dragon and thieves. In a twist of fate, she mistakenly bonds with the dormant eggs, breathing life into them. Reluctantly, Dragon Lord allows Yara into his world, and their journey unfolds amid the looming threat of underground organizations seeking to exploit the dragons for profit. As the eggs come to life, so does an unexpected connection between Dragon Lord and Yara. Despite his cold and jaded exterior, he finds himself unable to ignore her presence. Yara, too, cannot deny the pull she feels towards him, and emotions begin to burn beneath the surface. Together, they must navigate the challenges of waiting for the eggs to hatch, fend off those who seek to exploit the dragon and its offspring, and confront the secrets that Yara harbors—a revelation that could destroy everything. In this tale of flames and gold, two scarred souls in a world where trust is a rare and precious commodity must confront the ghosts of their pasts. They navigate the dangerous currents of love and deception, protecting unborn dragons from a world hungry for their magic. Will their bond withstand the trials ahead, or will the flames of betrayal engulf them in the end? A/N: It starts out SLOW, because I tend to get lost in the pages and be descriptive but once it gets to the action, it really picks up! Looking forward to growing with you all on this journey!!!

Lee Tae: “I didn’t come all this way to listen to people yammering.” If he was going to do something, it would be at the highest level; if he was going to play, it would be at the top. Reforming Korea was no small task, but he was determined to rise from an underling to the leader, crushing chaebols and controlling the underground order from behind the scenes. People said, “When Chairman Lee arrives, Korea will know peace! When Chairman Lee arrives, justice will prevail!” Of all the countless honors bestowed upon him, Lee Tae was most proud of the “Best Korean Reformer Award.” …This novel and its characters are purely fictional. Any resemblance to real persons is purely coincidental. Please do not imitate.

Welcome to Eteliria, the Kingdom above the floating clouds. Let us push open the Gateway, pick up our staffs, and the adventure will begin from here— Through the hills of clouds and seas, like floating grass, the shallow rivers gleam; Across the meadows flowing with gold and honey, filled with laughter, beneath Rodell's cottages, a gentle song drifts. Through Egon's ancient forests, where dark vines grow rampant and whispers linger; Over ridges and between Chongshan peaks, shadows stir in the Underground World, danger lurks at every turn, and swords reflect light. The tale of a boy chasing his dreams, above the sky and cloud ridges, the Giant Dragon's Shadow, soaring with outstretched wings. And after time has been sealed away, the hearth fire still burns bright.

In a selfish world that thrives on cruelty and competition, NULL faces the struggle of finding his place in a society where people despise him for being an orphan and constantly remind him of his worthlessness. Feeling lost, empty and despondent, he contemplates throwing his life away, believing there’s nothing left for him. However, fate intervenes when he stumbles upon a secret underground civilization, a hidden organization dedicated to protecting their world from terrifying creatures of another realm. Drawn into this newfound reality, NULL discovers a purpose he never thought possible. As he undergoes a transformation and becomes a Riftwalker, who fights with other world creatures and protects their world. On his journey he founds out that he has some kind of connection with….

Diego is an assassin who founded a revolutionary movement that aimes at changing whatever is left of his highly futuristic and distopian world. Born inside an underground laboratory, he possesses special abilities that quickly made him the best of his time. After his death, his soul was summoned along with Forren, his former right-hand man, Folarin, a member of an alien race that invaded his planet, and Valis, the strongest member that ever lived of her race, to take part in a survival game rappresenting their planet competing against other beings in the same situation as them with their homeplanet on the line. Should they fail at completing in 10 years the 150 stages prepared by the gods, their planets would be canceled of the face of the universe, but if they succeed, they will each be granted a wish from the gods.

Alex was a twenty year old orphan who had lost both parents on his high school graduation day. Spending the next two years of his life struggling to survive, he never expected his life to change suddenly The sky turned dark suddenly one day, and Alex along with thousands of humans were transported to a word called the domain due to a phenomenon called the convergence. To survive the domina and the Scarlax that crawl the world, everyone was given a gift, but Alex received none. In the midst of running for his life as Scarlax tried to kill all of the humans, Alex falls into a deep underground chamber where he find the forbidden system where every gain comes with equal pain. How will Alex survive the domain with this cursed system and understand why they were sent here

[alarm! Zombies have broken through our country’s defences, please enter the underground shelter as soon as possible! ] [alarm! Countries around the world are falling one after another! ] [In 2065, on December 31, human beings are now extinct. ]

[The Trilogy][Daily Updates] In a post-apocalyptic world, Earth lies in ruins, forcing humanity to abandon the surface. The elite "Upper Class" rules the glittering Sky City, while the impoverished "Lower Class" is condemned to the shadows of the Underground City. Lianora, once a privileged member of the Upper Class, is betrayed by her lover and witnesses the destruction of her family. After her death, two mysterious witches sacrifice their lives to cast the forbidden Necrobind spell, resurrecting Lianora in the body of a dead witch named Deborah. But resurrection comes at a cost. Lianora must fulfill the witches' final wishes or face the wrath of a soul-devouring curse. As she searches for answers, she crosses paths with Matthew, a werewolf bound by ancient seals. Their fates become intertwined, and Lianora realizes that not only must she break the thousand-year-old curse on the wolf clan, but she must also avenge her family's massacre. Will she uncover the hidden clues and fulfill the witches' dying wishes? Can she release Matthew and his people from their ancient bonds? And in the end, will she succeed in avenging her loved ones?

Trapped one thousand floors underground as a rising pool of abyss consumes all life in its path, Asher, a supposed descendent of the abyss, is tasked with ascension to the surface. Does he have what it takes?

[Synopsis] In a dark, underground basement, a spooky old man's voice sent shivers down my spine. "You're gonna meet your end, hahaha," he taunted, before lunging at me with a sword, slashing the air, and spattering my throat with red drops. "We'll see," I defiantly whispered, my last words fading as I drifted into darkness. Suddenly, I woke up in a bustling tavern filled with laughter and clinking glasses. A captivating lady stood before me, her beauty clashing with her angry expression, ready to disrupt the cheerful mood. "Don't stalk me," she snapped, giving me a harsh look before storming out of the tavern. Am I stuck in some kind of game? My common sense shattered, leaving me questioning my reality. ------------------------------------------- [A/N: Give it a read, buddy; you won't regret it.] [Discord Server Link: https://discord.com/invite/4gVfcaePJS]

Dwayne saved a cat. He did it out of love, not knowing that the cat is the thousand-year-old god of love. The god was touched by his actions and granted him the power to see the fated strings. He also gave Dwayne a mission to rekindle love in the hearts of humans. In other words, he has to play as a matchmaker! Dwayne vehemently refused! But the god of love promised to fulfill his wish. And he was tempted. For his comatose mother, Dwayne agreed to do the missions. Until one day… [Ding! A new mission was issued to the host!] Dwayne: What is it? [Mission: Your fated partner has arrived. Please become lovers with him.] Dwayne: My partner? Wait, who? Let me see! Is she a beauty? ... Huh? ‘Him’? What do you mean, ‘him’? [Your fated partner is a male.] Dwayne: llkhrwfbhsfdyw!!!! [This will be your last mission. When completed, the god of love will fulfill your wish.] Dwayne: …… Who is he? [Partner information: Raven McGrden, the CEO of Vermillion Garden Corporation. The co-founder of Scarlet Garden, a famous underground syndicate. The illegitimate son of one of the famous richest families in the world who paved his way to success by plotting the deaths of all his family members in gruesome ways.] Dwayne: …. Can I request a fated partner change?

"Great stronghold AVALON-XI has been breached." Torna has made a terrible mistake. Battling fiercely in his city's illegal underground cage fights, one day, he forgot to properly control his spatial magic, and left a crack in the fabric of space, within one of the last human strongholds in the universe - Avalon - allowing the otherworldly Rathak creatures to invade his world, and destroy the city. Forced to flee, he stumbles by chance upon the fragment of an ancient hidden inheritance - a forbidden magical art called 'Voidsong', allowing the wielder to harness the powers of the elements, and create infinite variations of countless spells. Join him as he traverses the endless dangers of the universe and beyond, collecting the pieces of the 'Voidsong' to become the ultimate spellcaster; strong enough to defend his world against the encroaching apocalypse.

"Not the hero the world hoped for, but the villain it never saw coming." Humanity is at war with the Dowolf Beasts, a relentless race that nearly wiped out civilization. Two years ago, ominous signs heralded their return: Dowolf portals reappeared, and warships emerged from the depths of space. Once more, the Dowolves have come to claim what remains of the world. The long war has twisted human society, driving people to pursue power at any cost. Greed and fear have turned even the innocent into ruthless power hunters, willing to destroy anyone who stands in their way. Kaiza, a young man born into this broken world, knows the cost of this struggle all too well—his parents were slain by these very hunters. Fleeing from their clutches, Kaiza stumbles upon an underground cave, its entrance mysteriously unlocked by a drop of his blood. Inside, he finds himself drawn into a strange game-like dimension, faced with a series of deadly puzzles. Solving them offers unimaginable power, but with a grave warning: failure means death, and refusing to play is not an option. Driven by grief and a thirst for vengeance, Kaiza is willing to risk everything. With each puzzle he conquers, he inches closer to avenging his parents and uncovering the truth behind his destiny. But in a world where power corrupts, Kaiza must decide: Will he become a hero—or succumb to the darkness within?

"Beyond the Veils" follows Asahi, a 17-year-old high school student in Tokyo harboring a secret—his superhuman strength. Asahi lives a double life, attending school with his friends, including his girlfriend Ai, and fending off demon attacks as part of an underground organization. Ai is the only one who knows about his secret. The narrative balances Asahi’s high school life and his responsibility to protect the city from malevolent forces, portraying his internal conflicts, unyielding loyalty, and close bond with Ai, who is his confidante and support system. Asahi’s powers attract endless challenges, but he faces each threat head-on, embodying resilience and heroism. The story delves into his past and the trauma that molded him, revealing his protective instincts towards his sister Natsumi and deep-seated guilt over his parents’ tragic fate. "Beyond the Veils" is a tale of courage, companionship, and the relentless drive to protect loved ones, set against the backdrop of a supernatural war.

Zhao Yu came to the deserted planet to build a base, create an underground city and hide in it. Worried about the threat from the unknown civilization, Zhao Yu dug out a small half of the planet and built star destroyer cannons capable of destroying the planet, as well as tens of thousands of fully intelligent mechanical dogs in various forms. The defensive robotic dog, the Gate God, would disguise itself as a small mountain and fortify around the base. Detection and gathering robot dog - Tsotan, would disguise as a rolling stone and wander around the planet to collect useful resources. Combat robot dog - Nezha, would disguise as a crater, scattered around the base, ready to be able to attack the enemies that may come. Around the base, they were ready to attack the enemies that might come. On this day, his gathering robot dog - Tsotan, dragged back a spaceship. It captured three alien creatures, claiming to be from Earth. Zhao Yu was confused. "Didn't I travel to the deep space of the universe? How come I'm on the back of the moon and being treated as an alien by humans?"

In the wake of the first wave of shadow creatures, the world was plunged into ruin, a desolate yet enchanted wasteland. Humanity, driven underground, clung to survival while desperately plotting to reclaim their shattered world. But from the abyss of darkness, something miraculous stirred—a mysterious tree, shimmering with ancient power, appeared overnight. It chose only the strongest of heart, those with unbreakable will, gifting them extraordinary abilities. With these powers, humanity rose from the depths, waging war against the shadows. Yet beneath the surface of their heroic deeds lay a hidden rot. Corruption seeped into their ranks, and arrogance clouded their judgment. As their powers grew, so did the whispers of betrayal. The true battle may not be against the creatures lurking in the shadows—but against the darkness festering within their own hearts. A question lingers: When heroes fall, who will rise to take their place?

Argon got Isekaid to another world, and also got a system that can help him build a dungeon in a cultivation world, where people can get amazing treasures inside. And for our mc to get enough resources for upgrading the dungeon he also needs to kill the people that will enter his dungeon to get soul coins that will help him upgrade the dungeon. In a world where cultivation is the key to power and strength. Argon has the power to create dungeons - underground labyrinths filled with powerful monsters and valuable treasures. Using his unique abilities, Argon creates a dungeon in the heart of an unknown forest, hoping to attract powerful cultivators and increase his own strength. But as his dungeon grows in size and power, the top powerhouses in the world realized the danger of the dungeon, since the dungeon would pour out unknown monsters that will wreak havoc in the world. To survive in this new world, Argon must use all his cunning and strength to navigate the treacherous world of cultivation and defend his dungeon from those who seek to destroy it. ------------------- Discord: https://discord.gg/rRznGw45WS

[ Warning! Mature content 18+] Twenty-seven years of living in this world, for the first time. Clara Navrátila fell into a big hole that connected with an underground cave at her cousin's bachelorette party! Clara almost drowned because half of the cave was filled with mud and water. She couldn't swim! trying to ask for help she went unconscious. But something big fluffy, and warm reached her. After being rescued from the cave, the first thing she saw was a man's naked butt! "Can you not suddenly turn around while naked!" Clara pleaded while covering her eyes with the palm of her hand "Well, why don't you pay me with your body?" The man walked closer to Clara, He smirked Clara knows she owes him a favor. But he's too annoying and he was also the one who stranded her in a mirror world! On the other hand, Clara doesn't want to get further involved with him given that he's a Lycan. However, because her Dad always encouraged her to find a partner to marry, to fool her Dad... Clara planned to see him again and introduce him as her 'boyfriend', then repay him. But it seems Clara made the wrong decision...

[Ding! You get 1 Stone Block!] [Ding! You get 1 Dirt Block!] Bob the builder! Oop sorry cannot anger the copyright God on summary alone. Ben is a great uncle…. Yes he was living as a poor photographer for daily news paper named…. Okay this gonna make the God angry, let’s try again. Ben is your average construction worker, one day he suddenly find himself surrounded by darkness. He was confused how he found himself in here, but a system screen appear in his eyes. [Congratulations you have been choosen as a Crafter] [You get 1 Blockify PickAxe] [You get 1 crude dimensional pocket] [Ding! You acquired recipe to use Biomass!] [Creature creation system acquired.]

Have you ever been forgotten by the whole world? Sora has, his very existence has been forgotten and abandoned. As he lay hungry and dying in the forest of the lost where no one has ever escaped from. He continues walking only to fall into a tunnel that collapsed under his feet. Yet when he starts exploring the tunnel it opens up to this huge underground cavern with an enormous temple inside it and Sora starts walking into it.

In the world of Eldathen, an ancient prophecy speaks of the "Fractured Veil" a cosmic boundary separating the infinite timelines. When a cataclysmic event shakes the fabric of reality, a party of adventurers finds themselves transported to a parallel timeline, one that mirrors their own but with devastating differences. The Dragonkin Paladin, sworn to protect their realm, must now face a world where their once mighty order of knights has fallen into darkness, and they are seen as traitors. The Elf Rogue, skilled in the shadows, uncovers an underground resistance where their doppelgänger has become a notorious villain. The Fairy Druid, attuned to the natural world, is horrified to find the forests and creatures they love withered and corrupted by an unnatural plague. The Goblin Fighter, once a proud warrior of their clan, encounters a timeline where their people are enslaved under a tyrant's rule. Now, they must work together to find a way back to their own timeline before the Veil collapses entirely, merging both realities into one chaotic existence. Along the way, they will encounter distorted versions of themselves, ancient relics that may hold the key to their return, and powerful forces that seek to prevent them from restoring balance. But the journey will not be easy. Can they repair the Veil before it’s too late, or will they be forever lost in this world!

In just three days, The world had fallen... Like meteors wiping out the dinosaurs, an Angel descended from a tear in the sky, unleashing a flood of destruction that ravaged humanity. Vielat, the imperial city, was the first to fall. Its people slaughtered by the dozen, its livestock reduced to mincemeat, and its grand architecture turned to dust. In the aftermath of the Angel's devastation, humanity began to rebuild, taking refuge in underground shelters and abandoned towns. Though the world slowly rose from the ashes, one man refused to move on. The Angels, now known as the Monarchs, were responsible for the death of his family and the destruction of everything he once held dear. The rest of the world may have accepted defeat, but he had not. Swearing vengeance, he vowed to end the Monarchs' reign, even if it cost him his life. * * * PS- I am not the owner of the cover art used, if you are the original owner and want it taken down. It will be removed.

"And by the time when I realized it, I found that my eyes were also always on you from the very beginning of our story," A contractual marriage, where her husband solves his company's crisis and her father gets an heir to inherit his family fortune. As long as she gives birth to a boy, they will get divorced, and the reason why he has always embraced her. It was devasting when Rennie finally realized that there was no affection but desperation in him to get out of this unwanted marriage. Facing the conspiracy of the underground organizations and feeling that her emotions were played by him, Rennie wanted to end her marriage and give him the freedom that he always wanted. When he no longer wanted that freedom and realized his mistakes. But it was already too late to turn back. Their baby left them forever, and she left him too...

In the vibrant city of Elendril, where magic flows as freely as the laughter of its high elf inhabitants, Linian stands on the brink of greatness. Once heralded as a prodigy, his promising future crumbles under the weight of insurmountable expectations and his own spiraling laziness. As whispers of failure chase him through the streets, Linian seeks solace in the shadows, unaware that danger lurks in the darkest corners of his beloved city. Kidnapped by a group of ruthless mercenaries, Linian finds himself sold at an underground auction, stripped of his dignity and identity. The cruel hand of fate delivers him into the possession of a sadistic collector, a beautiful girl with a taste for torment. Bound and naked, he is forced into a life of submission, learning the harsh lessons of obedience under her merciless gaze. As the days blur into an endless cycle of humiliation and despair, Linian struggles to maintain a flicker of hope in the suffocating darkness. But even the most broken spirits can ignite a spark of rebellion. As he navigates the twisted games of his captor, Linian uncovers hidden depths of strength within himself, awakening the prodigy buried beneath layers of shame. Driven by a desperate desire for freedom, Linian plots to reclaim his life, challenging the very chains that bind him. Will he find the courage to defy his captor and rise from the ashes of his shattered pride, or will he forever remain a toy in the hands of fate?

Tuesday, 18th of March, 2025 strange portal started opening all around the world, bringing forth monsters from another world that killed about eighty percent of the world Population. To avoid more lost, the government build underground bunkers to protect the rest of the population, but with more and more portals opening up, the world was overrun by monsters. About few months after, some humans were able to awaken strange powers by forging contract with Angels or in some cases, demons to fight of this monsters. Kenshin Akatsuki is an eighteen years old boy who tried to join an academy for humans with superpowers twenty years before the apocalypse despite not having any powers. After being rejected for having a weak aura, having nothing else in the world, he decided to kill himself by jumping off a building. Kenshin woke up twenty years later in an abandoned hospital, only to discover that the world was filled with monstrous creatures. He was attacked by the creature which he managed to kill. [Player has successfully completed the daily task] [Player received six experience points] [Player received three coins] What is this? Am I in some kind of video game?. With his newly found system, Kenshin decided to discover what really happened during his slumber and how he could stop it.

In the isolated town of Hollow Ridge, a geological team is dispatched to investigate a strange underground anomaly detected by satellite imaging. As they descend into the cavernous depths, they uncover ancient symbols and artifacts that hint at a civilization long forgotten, one that worshiped cosmic entities.

Our story quietly opens at the dawn of the thirtieth century, a new era forged by the hammer of history. The earth, once a bright blue planet, is now scarred by war. The embers of nuclear winter turn to desert. However, humans did not give up. Beneath an oasis in central Australia, a magnificent underground city has been built - City of Hope. This underground city is the crystallization of human ingenuity and tenacity, the sunlight shines through the high-tech dome, and the green plants grow stubbornly along the streets, as if symbolizing the last stubbornness of nature. After 600 years of restoration, the surface is gradually coming back to life, but technological progress has been slow. Until a group of mysterious alien visitors - the Zeretas - show up, bringing advanced technology and restarting the rise of humanity. However, there are more mysteries behind this rebirth. Alex Carter's family has been secretly chosen to protect the historic site. However, Alex knew nothing about all this. A chance discovery uncovers his family's secrets and sets him on a fateful journey full of adventure and responsibility.

Wrestling between amnesia and suicidal thoughts, Akuma tries his best to survive in this monster-infested underground shelter. Here, the poor fight for the rich; an army of young special soldiers forced into enrollment stands as proof. Humanity needs to be saved from this unrivalled threat, and they shall be the ones to do it with their feeble, yet undying, hope. Cover Art by @art_dabdab