Eyes Wide Shut Hunger Games

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

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.

Bronze WINNER of WPC#322: Male Lead: Zombie Invasion Takemi Kazuichi might very well be the luckiest and unluckiest person in the world. He was an orphan, and he was severely bullied in school. Because of that, he became a hikikomori, a shut-in. When he turned sixteen, he was adopted by a rich couple who loved him as if he was their own son. Unfortunately, they died in a plane crash, and Kazuichi never overcame his bad habits of being a shut-in, largely because of his preying relatives. Fast forward to four years later, Takemi Kazuichi still stayed in the house left by his late parents. He never bothered going to work or going out to socialize with people. For the lack of a better term, he was a rich hikikomori. He never even bothered to check the news or log in on any social media. All he did was live his life in solitude, devoid of any human interaction. One day, as he came out of the shower, he heard a strange thumping sound by the doorway. "That's weird, I didn't order any delivery today." He told himself before absent-mindedly opening the door. And what stared back didn't resemble a human at all. It was a zombie— or so that's what the first thing that came into Kazuichi's mind. Unbeknownst to him, the world had drastically changed, and he was the last one to know.

Seraphine Patrick is a sweet, cheerful, and innocent girl who was born without an iris. A misfortune she had come to settle with while living in the outskirts of the village. She learned the act of self-reliant at a tender age when she lost the only parent she had ever known - her father. With the help of an eccentric old man, she worked in a pawn shop where she met a close-off, cold, and self-absorbed pure blood vampire, Xavier Orsini. Xavier is a cursed vampire whose birth disrupted the cosmic balance - he was not meant to be born. Due to his mother's misdeed, her punishment was to watch the child she went to a great length to conceive suffer throughout his lifetime. The path of Seraphine and Xavier not only crossed but their fate became intertwined when Seraphine was blessed with the eyes of a powerful spiritual being, Phemerah. Not only did Seraphine needed Xavier's protection from different species who would go to any lengths to possess the eyes, but he's also one of the few people who had no desire to aquire the eyes for himself. Xavier also discovered that with Seraphine's newfound abilities, there could be a way for his curse to be lifted. In the course of working together to achieve their goals, the two creatures with opposite traits found something more during their adventurous journey. ********** Excerpt: Few hours later when the sun was at its peak, true to Phemerah's word, her eyes fluttered open. "Oh thank the spirit god," the moon goddess jumped from where she had been sitting not quite long to rest her feet. Quickly moving to the bed, she offered her a glass of water, "are you all right, dear? Vamprith moved closer and brushed her locks aside, patting her carefully, "I'm fine." She replied with a raspy voice. "Is everything okay?" They asked, one doesn't need to ask about her power which has clearly left her body, the radiant skin is not the only give away but also the change in the color of her eyes, all trace of purple or lavender was gone, replace by brown eyes which marched her hair. "I'm fine" she repeated. "We both felt your abilities when it blessed our people, the surge of power in my wolves' limbs was enough to know they had gotten stronger." The Vampire King agreed, "I felt the agility in my vampires' body as well. The lightness in weight and strength in their power are enough sign that they have gotten stronger." The Moon goddess could not keep her curiosity at bay, "what about the eyes?" Phorus at that moment barged in, not minding that he could be punished for his rudeness, all he cared about was seeing his mistress. The goddess glared at him, just when she wanted to hear the location of the most powerful thing, "what insolence!" with narrowed eyes at Phorus for the rude interruption. Phorus bowed immediately, "forgive me my lady, I couldn't help but see for myself that that Lady Mine was awake, hale and hearty" "Do that again next time and you'll lose that eyes of yours, never to see your dear mistress anymore" she declared after Phemerah gave her an apologetic look for Phorus' behavior. "Dear Phorus, as you can see, I'm fine. I told you everything will be all right" "I'm glad you really are, Lady Mine, I thought I would never see you again." Not one to be patient for too long, the Moon goddess shooed him away so Phemerah could continue her speech. "So, what about the eyes?" "I don't know exactly where they are but I'm sure they are still in the Spirit realm; I can still feel them searching for a worthy abode. I'll know when they reside in another." "Is it possible to reside in a wolf" "Of course, species don't matter to them, they will reside in whoever they deem fit." "What if the worthy one is not yet born?" Said the Sun king "They will wait, even if they had to wait for centuries; they will. **********

[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?

The ordinary 18-year-old Edo, during a nighttime walk, finds himself in a fantasy world where he gains a mysterious power that could shape his destiny.

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.

In a desolate village forgotten by time, a young historian named Elara discovers an ancient burial ground that holds the restless spirits of those lost to a tragic past. Drawn by an insatiable curiosity and a deep desire to uncover the truth, Elara begins to unravel the dark secrets surrounding the forgotten souls, each one tethered to the earth by their unfulfilled desires and unresolved grievances. As Elara delves deeper into the village’s history, she encounters the vengeful spirits who crave recognition and remembrance. Faced with the eerie manifestations of their pain, she must confront her own past and the burdens of loss she carries. Guided by a mysterious, enigmatic spirit who once suffered at the hands of betrayal, Elara embarks on a journey of self-discovery and redemption. In a race against time, Elara must piece together the tragic events that led to the spirits’ demise and find a way to release them from their eternal hunger. As she unearths the truth, she realizes that the key to their salvation lies not only in revealing the past but also in forging a connection that transcends life and death. Will Elara be able to quell the hunger of the forgotten, or will she become yet another soul trapped in their haunting legacy?

In a world filled with countless dangers, our protagonist awakens a power from another world. Read his adventure as he masters the power of The Eye Of Equality. Just to tell you, he doesn't get the power right at the start. Only a fra- oh wait. Can't spoil it. Ok bye...

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.

Long ago, the world of Terrenter was created from the wishes of lavender dragons who wanted to find a place to call home. After the world became flourished with nature and humans, the dragons left the world save for one. That dragon continued granting wishes for humans until it disappeared one day. Now, people rarely remember its existence and only believe them to be folklore. Arcturus Mercury believed they truly existed and is searching for evidence. His travels bring him to the barren icy lands of Eternally where the dragon once lived. Braving through a never-ending snowstorm, he stumbled upon a trapdoor in a cave where he encountered Nova, a mysterious and beautiful man with lavender eyes who seems rather knowledgable about the lore. Nova then proposed to grant Arcturus's wish on the condition to help him grant the wishes of all living beings in the world. Also available on Tapas & Wattpad: Tapas: https://tapas.io/series/Lavender-Eyes/info Wattpad: https://www.wattpad.com/story/336717484-lavender-eyes Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/69543/lavender-eyes

A contemporary romance, thriller, mystery. In the cutthroat world of K-pop, rising girl group ICE, led by Seo Nari, is on the cusp of stardom. But behind the glamour and fame lies a darker undercurrent of secrets, betrayal, and dangerous power plays. After an intense encounter with a crowd of fans, Nari’s life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious stranger, Ace, steps in to save her. His presence leaves a lasting impression on Nari, and she soon finds herself questioning the unusual circumstances surrounding her rescue. During an investigation into the Music Industry - led by Ace- it is revealed that there is an organized crime syndicate, taking advantage of idols and indulging in a plethora of illegal activities. Involved with this organization are top executives spanning all the top music labels. Some promised money, others, power; with a few of them doing it for the thrill! With the girls in danger, acute insomnia, family troubles and a complex system of corrupt authorities— can the young prodigy genius manage his emotions and his mission? Except. His reasons for investigating— justice or something else? Follow their hearts, as they learn to trust and to love in the harshest of environments. In a world where trust is the rarest currency, watch them learn to spend it, without measure. ~~~ I will be reading through all of the comments. Feel free to share your opinions. The best of the best are learners and I'm always learning, so I'd love to hear what you think. An official way to support: patreon.com/NightsArrow

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."

When the world deals you a bad hand of cards, how do you play the game?"

"Dead or alive, there will still be consequences to our actions." The things we leave behind our traces can and might get in our way along the road we choose to take. "So keep in mind that we should never overlook anything and anyone under any circumstances." Whether or not the situation is serious, it will always lead us somewhere. Meeting and parting ways in just a small amount of time can be traumatizing to an individual or pair. It is also normal in life but in this case, you must survive. Stay alive for those who are gone even if you can barely live. Do what you possibly can like risking your life just to save others. But is it truly worth it? Would you risk trusting a stranger in terms of your safety only because they know how to survive in such situations? Who knows if this person, in particular, would lead you all to a place free from those who mean harm? Or would that very person, themself become the main reason for all your deaths in the end? /8TH/

In the slums of a bustling city, Alvin struggles to provide for his ailing mother and younger sister. Determined and hardworking, he toils day and night to make ends meet. His reality takes a surreal turn when he encounters a mysterious lady in his dreams. Claiming to be the mother of the universe, she reveals that Alvin has been transported to a parallel world due to her mistake. To compensate for her error, she bestows upon him the mystical ability known as the Eye of Intent. This supernatural power enables Alvin to perceive the hidden meanings behind all things and make those meanings his own. With this newfound ability, Alvin embarks on a journey that transcends the boundaries of the ordinary world. As Alvin delves deeper into his quest, he unravels the truth about his long-lost father, who disappeared during his childhood. Along the way, he encounters numerous twists and turns, facing challenges that test his resolve and understanding of the universe. Filled with intrigue, mystery, and the promise of discovery, "The Eye of Intent" invites readers to join Alvin on his extraordinary journey. With each page turn, the story promises to captivate and enthrall, offering a tale of adventure and self-discovery that transcends the ordinary. So, without hesitation, dive into this fantastical world and prepare to be amazed by Alvin's awe-inspiring tale.

In a planet we called earth in year 2020 a catastrophe accured in different parts of the world in which a dimensional rift opened making way for creatures which is called chaos beings to invade our planet killing millions of people along the way. inspite of the world's government successfully defending the planet they still fear the second coming of these invaders. Thus the government formed a secret organization that will one day defeat the chaos beings and they called it Defenders. In year 2030 ten years after the catastrophe that shook the world a teenager named Jhin Kaizaki a survivor of the catastrophe found himself in a peculiar situation wherein he found himself having an ability to see the future.... Follow Kaizaki everyday life as it changes and knows the reason why he can see the future (Picture not mine. but the edit is mine. just saw it on Google. if the original artist saw this. pls tell me so that I can put the credit to you)

Zain an orphan, whose parents were killed by a psychopath in cold blood trying to find meaning in his life and to seek revenge. Adopted by a mafia boss as his successor. Will he be able find the meaning of his life or die trying? ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Author's Note: NO HAREM!!!!! I am a newbie and its my first ever novel. I am writing this novel in my free time. My English is subpar so JUST bear with it. And have fun until I drop it.(just kidding). The artwork in the cover does not belong to me. (I know the book cover is not good, I will change it later).

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!”

Un jour, une météorite étrange atterris en direction de la terre... Néanmoins, peu avant d'atteindre le sol marquant la destruction de la planète, la pierre colossal s'arrêta brusquement peu après avoir traversé la stratosphère, l'instant qui suivit n'en était que plus mystérieux, plusieurs centaines de petits fragments multi colorés se dispersa dans le ciel. Comme si elle avait perdu tout son pouvoir, la météorite disparu juste après. La destination de ces petits fragments fût surprenante... Redirigé en éclats de lumières, ils traversa les yeux de plusieurs centaines de personnes. Les élus ayant étés baignés par cette radiance se virent à chacun attribué un nouveau pouvoir. Certains décidèrent de suite à utiliser ce gain de puissance destructeur invincible pour faire le mal, ce qui déclencha des guerres... Afin d'empêcher ces personnes malhonnêtes d'agir, une profession destiné uniquement aux détenteurs de pouvoirs ampli de justice fût former, Eyes Blaster.

"In the fog-covered morning in Delhi, two individuals with starkly different personalities find themselves drawn to each other. One is shy and introverted, coming from a conservative family, while the other is confident and grounded, hailing from a supportive home. What begins as a tentative interaction soon evolves into a deeper emotional connection as they navigate college life together. Through shared experiences and challenges, the story explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery against the backdrop of personal and societal expectations."

Dominate the whole world step by step! Bai Xiaowen, an online novel writer, was transported to a psychic era that was a hundred years in the future by a mysterious eyeball. With the infusion of psychic particles, mutated beasts ran rampant, and monsters from the spiritual realm invaded. The digitized Earth became a massive video game! There were zombies that could withstand bullets, claw monsters that could leap over rooftops and were impossible to aim at, mountain giants with limitless strength who treated tanks as toys, and vengeful spirits that could tear souls apart with a single glance. To deal with these ferocious creatures, humanity embarked on the path of evolution! Those who successfully evolved were called "the Awakened"! "I came, I saw, I conquered!" Bai Xiaowen roared with his divine eye open, but there were only 130 days left until the college entrance examination. To conquer the psychic era, he would start by becoming the top scorer in the college entrance examination.

[Mature content] He was DANGER and she loved to chase danger as she was the TROUBLE MAKER after all. >VOLUME 1 He was known as the Devil, she was just another ordinary girl who shifted in the town. There were dark rumors about him, it was advised to stay as far away from his shadow as possible but she was the only one who had the courage to chase not only his shadow but him as well, unaware of the consequences. They had opposite lives and never crossing pathways but fate had other plans... >VOLUME 2 Devastated by the bewildering truth about their real identities, an unseen curse, pain and the weird events around them, they were hellbound to find out about what has been hidden from them years ago. But their sufferings weren't limited to just that...there was a bigger danger...a much more threatening conspiracy being knitted against them... >VOLUME 3 Defeated by the dark but illuminated by the light within, she was ready to reappear in the search of her Love lost amongst the fog of time and to claim back what was hers. She was the one who had been said to be the beholder of the four most powerful abilities to ever exist, in a prophecy long ago but she has to discover that very fact about herself, yet. They used black magic to break their bond and to snatch her away from his soul but what they forgot was that Love is the biggest magic to ever exist, capable of defeating all! ~~~~~~~~ AN/ Don't forget to show your support and encouragement through stones. No! Don't throw them at me, pass them on through that vote thingy ;)

Kashmiri fiction. Two boys, worlds apart from each other, one is carefree and lovely, living his life like there is no tomorrow, the other one, living his life like he is no more alive, what happens when their worlds collide at a wedding, will the two go their own ways or would the destiny bind them together. Find out with me, in this story together. This is not a political story, please read the first chapter before reporting the story blindly. Coming soon...

Blurb: The novel contains allegories, symbolism, metaphors, imagery, and similes regarding how life is connected, and how the narrator's story tells the haunting yet beautiful tale of her life and how she fights. The narrator, Daisy, transforms and shares her story with her spiritual journey, and how she no longer recognizes the physical world. The collection "Eyes" explains how flawed humanity is and how because of the bad things people do, they face consequences unknown to the naked eye. The narrator's eyes are everywhere, even if she cannot physically see what is happening. The novel details the unusual phenomena that takes place when someone must be taught a lesson, and when their vices do not always work in their favor. Destruction takes place when people blame others for their actions, hurt others, and cannot stop the oddities thrown in the way. The narrator's eyes are always watching and may even hunt you. What will you do? Tags: #Goth, #Romanticism, #Spirituality, and #MagicalRealism. Written: 2020

Years after dying, Minato wakes up the body of his grandson Boruto Uzumaki. Given a new chance at life, Minato is now determined to discover why he was chosen to return and hopes to make a difference in this new generation of ninja.

In the bustling heart of Islamabad, Abeer Hussain discovers the depth of her feelings for her childhood friend, Rehman Malik, only after he’s crossed oceans for a new life. As she faces mounting pressure to settle down, her heart yearns for a miracle. Will Rehman return and confess his love, or is their story fated to be one of missed chances and unspoken emotions?

Before you decide to read this novel by Ravon Corlorown, the boy responsible for all this mess, ask yourself these questions: 1) Do you find sinister mysteries interesting? [ ] Yes. [ ] Why do you ask? 2) Have you ever received a note and followed its extremely secretive and dangerous instructions? [ ] No. [ ] For a reward, yes. 3) Are you too young to be the sort of detective who retrieves a mysterious stolen item that may or may not have been stolen? [ ] Why do you want to know? [ ] Besides, I've been told that I look young for my age. 4) Who's standing behind you? [ ] A very sinister-looking monster, of course. [ ] I'm not gonna fall for that stupid trick.

*** Note to the Reader: * TW (Trigger Warning)// or CW (Content Warning)//: Blood/ Murder/ Gore/ Nudity/ Horror/ Sexual Violence. * Scenes graphics are mentioned. If you are not into such stuff and feel uncomfortable, please just do not read it, I highly request you to please don't read any further. * *** "Did you seriously come here just to check if I'm sleeping with some aristocrat in the middle of my showcase? Unbelievable!" I shook my head at my mother's thoughts about me. Alec stepped in. "With all due respect, Miranda, Evelyn's work is incredible, and she has every right to pursue her dreams. This showcase is a testament to her talent and dedication." Miranda's eyes flashed with anger, but smirk never left her lips as she turned her attention to Alec. "Oh, Alec, how noble of you to defend her. But tell me, how many times have you knocked her up? Maybe less than Kai, and that's why he really got tired and left her."  Miranda's eyes narrowed at me, her voice dropping to a venomous whisper. "How is it, Evelyn, being shared between two men? Maybe you should be in an inappropriate place rather than showcasing your work."