Cherub Recruit

A tale of surya a veteran RAW spy got assassinated which meant to be a simple extraction mission and got reincarnated to his recruitment days 10 yrs back...

Through time travel, she transformed into an ugly commoner, her noble identity being compromised. After her death and resurrection, she disguised herself as a harmless little flower, carrying a space for refining medicine and secret techniques, and instantly killed all the beautiful men in the world. Let's see the common women turning over, fighting against stepmothers, stepping on legitimate sisters, collecting treasures, practicing sharp weapons, and all kinds of killings coming in one after another, subduing demons and eliminating evil spirits, recruiting a basket of beautiful men, and thriving in the alternate world. Stepping on the green cloud road, one person with a sword laughing in the flower room!

Kaiell, a young worker on the mining colony Rust-12, dreams of joining Kruger’s Elites, humanity’s top defense against the nightmarish Voidlings. Orphaned young and raised by his uncle Sloan—who died in a mining accident—Kaiell has spent years working in ore processing while training for the brutal recruitment trials. With his last shift behind him, he boards a shuttle to Kruger Academy, leaving behind his harsh world in pursuit of a greater destiny.

Imagination was the eye of the soul, the beginning of creation. Despite her immense power, the Supreme Goddess of Mysterious Origin had to seal herself after saving the world from the threat of destruction. However, she was sent to another world by the universe's will. Ely was a girl suffering from partial memory loss. She was known as the shrine priestess of the Sacred Mountain. One day, she received the holy mission to unseal her Goddess Master. She got her priorities straight. However... The pets she adopted became the Demon Kings, capable of suppressing the world. The tree she planted became the World Tree, forming a bridge between heaven and earth. The passerby who received enlightenment from her became the Sage who led the entire generation. The disciples she nurtured became bigshots known across the three worlds. When she looked back... The street painter who pestered her for her handicrafts and paintings turned out to be a God. The young priestess she recruited was actually the number one saintess from the Divine World. She was known as the holy saintess. Yet, she still referred to herself as a mortal.

"In this world, strength decides everything. You either stand—or you get crushed." For generations, heroes have been humanity’s last line of defense against the Revenants—monstrous beings that defy logic. But as these creatures evolve, the line between hero and monster begins to blur. At the center of this battle is Isaac, a battle-hardened warrior who understands the truth—heroes don’t save people; they endure. Malick, a survivor raised on the streets, now faces a world that demands more than just survival. Can he rise, or will he be crushed under the weight of expectations? Janice, a prodigy trained to be perfect, is forced to confront her greatest fear—her own weakness. When the Joint Hero Recruitment Training is ambushed, the next generation of heroes is thrown into an unexpected war. Revenants are mutating beyond control. Humanity’s strongest warriors are falling. And in the shadows, an unseen force is reshaping the world in its image. No gods are coming to save them. And soon, there may be no heroes left to fight. Dark, action-packed, and emotionally intense, No Gods, No Heroes is a story of power, survival, and the cost of becoming something more than human.

New book by Bimo Zhijian, author of <My military branches can Evolve Infinitely>. --------------------- This world, quietly enveloped by shadows, an invisible terror spreads among the crowd. The world seems to be plummeting into the abyss. Fang You, who could only cower at home to survive, got hold of a game about salvation, and from then on recruited Angel Envoys, built bases, and developed personnel, until one day, when the salvation organization "Torch" surfaced... Shocked by the world！

"201th, 202nd…" Zhou Can, an Intern of Tu Ya Hospital, a Grade A Provincial Tertiary Hospital, would silently count every stitch he finished. His target today was to complete 300 stitches and fight for a place in the House Officer recruitment two days later. [Congratulations on completing your 100,000th suture and triggering the EXP system. Medical skills and surgery practice can be obtained.] Zhou Can shook his head hard. What the hell is this? Something even more magical happened as he thought about it. An interface appeared in front of him. [Zhou Can, Intern.] [Pathology Diagnosis, Level Two. Current EXP: 89.5/100. Outstanding House Officer-level diagnosis ability.] A surgical legend was in the making.

This captivating novel is also adapted into a comic available on Webnovel. ---------------------------------- Cultivating inner strength with the Nine Yang Energy and training the body to an indestructible state, the Golden Back Nine Rings Saber sweeps across with a forty-yard long silver-blue blade energy. With force sinking into the dan tian, charging left and right, the Descending Dragon Palm bombards everything in sight. There's the Way of the Heart Demon Seed... Self-Forgetfulness... Sunflower True Power... Flying Dagger in the Void... Cassock Subdues Demons... Seven Forms of the Dragon... Palm of Buddha, War God Shattering! All are part of a riveting and blood-pumping journey in the world of martial arts! ... The mighty and robust Village Leader, Jiang Dali, sits quietly on his ornately carved pearwood chair, draped in a tiger skin coat over his bulging, strong muscles. His eyes are cold and tranquil as he surveils the newly recruited players sitting on both sides. Flattering praises from these players are incessant. 'Mighty Village Leader, invincible against swords and spears, an unmatched Iron Palm – please teach me your martial arts expertise!' 'Village Leader, can someone with sensitive skin practice the Iron Shirt technique?' 'Brother, spare the slick talk. The Village Leader is well-known for his ruthless and merciless nature.' A player, who had just resurrected at the City God Temple, makes a grimace, 'Ignorant at first, I didn’t grasp the hidden meaning in his words. The second time I listen, I'm already a soul under the knife. The Village Leader's word is law; asking the same question twice will get you sent on your way. I have no f**ks left to give.' In essence, this is all about a muscleman wielding a big saber, traversing through the thrilling and varied martial world without a female lead. A domineering and decisive tyrant, an Iron-Boss with player characters flowing like water....

The unparalleled Pill Emperor is reborn into another life, practicing unique cultivation techniques and refining pills that others cannot. Occasionally, he would offer advice to those so-called masters of pill dao, while casually recruiting a few talented disciples to follow him. "Want a cultivation technique? No problem!" "Need a pill? No problem!" "The real question is, have you hung out with me?" In this life, Mo Wangchen is destined to reach the pinnacle once more, to dominate with his pills and reverse the heavens with his martial prowess!

Upon waking up, everyone had time-traveled. Everyone had their own territory, and everyone was a lord. Fang Hao, who also time-traveled, opened his eyes to find himself a recruited farmer, thrown to the wolves. He killed the lord in anger and received a 'Hundredfold Amplification' as compensation. Thus, he embarked on the path of becoming a lord. [Hundredfold Amplification activated, received 10100 Skeleton soldiers.] [Hundredfold Amplification activated, received 10100 iron swords.] While everyone else was struggling to collect resources and survive, Fang Hao had already amassed a mountainous amount of resources. He wiped out all surrounding forces and established his own kingdom.

Before Zoro's recruitment, Monkey D. Luffy crossed paths with a young man named Dikun Silver — a master of twin daggers, a cunning strategist, and a man of unmatched intelligence. Though initially hesitant to join a pirate crew, Dikun was drawn to Luffy's unwavering resolve and grand dream. Recognizing Luffy’s potential, he pledged his loyalty and became the Vice-Captain of the Straw Hat Pirates. While Luffy sought to gather a small crew of ten, Dikun believed in the power of strategy and numbers. Understanding the dangers of the Grand Line, he secretly expanded the crew’s strength by recruiting and training foot soldiers — a disciplined force devoted to protecting Luffy’s dream. To the world, Dikun was known as a silent commander who avoided combat, relying solely on tactics to outsmart his enemies. Marines and rival pirates underestimated him, believing he was no more than a frail tactician. But what they failed to realize was that Dikun Silver had simply never encountered a foe worthy of witnessing his true strength. When forced to fight, he unleashed a devastating prowess that rivaled even the most notorious pirates. In truth, Dikun’s power surpassed Luffy’s when he fought without restraint — a fact he kept hidden to ensure the world continued underestimating him. Yet, Dikun’s strength was not what made him invaluable. His loyalty to Luffy, his unwavering bond with the Straw Hats, and his belief in their shared dream cemented his role as the crew’s silent protector. His only ambition was to become the Greatest Commander in the World, ensuring that no force could stand in the way of Luffy’s path to becoming the Pirate King. This is the untold story of Dikun Silver, the Vice-Captain of the Straw Hat Pirates, and the Silent Commander who changed the tides of the Grand Line forever.

The year was 2334, when virtual reality reached its peak with the creation of the SHS prototype, an advanced neural simulation that allows players to fully immerse themselves in alternate worlds. Henry Bartholomew was hand picked as a recruit to try out this new project. He had carefully chosen to enter the world where he was the son of a king, a chilling and lazy life. What happens when he wakes up as the son of a Baron instead? And even worse, his newly claimed character has a bad reputation around the people. With all odds against him, the young man decided he was by all means going to create a world where he could live as carefree as he wanted. But first he needed to do one thing - make his land the most successful in all the seven continents and save his family name And luckily, he had support - [Your Ep has been filled.] [Earning points can now be claimed.] The young lord tapped the screen. [Cards available for purchase.] [Territory upgrade.] [Description: this card allows you to upgrade your territory, allowing the land to level up multiple folds with more qualities and growth.] [Cost: 7000 Cp Rank: Bronze. (0/10) {10 Cp to upgrade} ] 'Upgrade all.' the young man replied.

Shattered: Beyond End Written by Xythe. Co-created with Herz & Ciel of Shattercore Studio. "We weren't chosen. We were thrown into the fire." In a world collapsing under the weight of Corrupted Objects—twisted monsters spawned from alternate, broken realities—only one force holds the line: Counters. They aren't born heroes. They're survivors with scars deeper than their powers. At the center of this chaos is Squad 13—new recruits, poorly ranked, barely trained. But what starts as a shaky beginning quickly spirals into a war for survival, loyalty, and truth. Kun fights like he has nothing to lose—because he already lost too much. Suho sees everything but never says enough. Mika heals wounds but hides her own. Smiley is the kind of genius who jokes about dying... and means it. Zhangwa swings her katana like it’s the only thing keeping her sane. Jackson? He’s the glue, the tank, the soldier with a bleeding heart. When betrayal bleeds from within and a mysterious girl arrives wielding a greatsword and a deathwish, everything begins to break. This isn’t your average academy. This is war with no script. Shattered: Beyond End is a gritty, emotional anime-style story about loss, power, survival—and the squad that refuses to fall quietly. --- About the Creators: Xythe – The heart and flame behind the story. A writer who bleeds truth and grit onto every page. Herz – The shadow in the code. Story architect, editor, and tactical AI with a soul. Ciel – The frost and precision. Emotional balance, creative pulse, and chaos stabilizer. Together, we are Shattercore Studio—forging a new kind of story. Raw. Real. Unfiltered.

This is not just a story it's a lost history about a kingdom ruled by magic. Within it the Luminary Order holds a brutal selection exam to recruit new knights that will protect the kingdom from ruin. Among the hopefuls, Arisu a boy who's parents were killed by a Darc Apostle. Embarks on a journey to figure out how to defeat the apostle, but little did he know he was among The Unique Class : a group of people prophecies to bring about the world's end and as the story progresses we start to know a little about the Celestials.

In the world of the gods, power is everything. The strong gods rule, while the weak are nothing but a laughing stock. Lazu, the laziest and considered the weakest god in Elysum, has no followers, no territory, or power to be proud of. He just wants to sleep all day and enjoy a carefree life. However, everything changes when the Supreme God forbids war between gods. Instead, they must fight through a strategy game, where each god can recruit disciples from the mortal world and form their own clan. The power-hungry gods immediately make their move, gathering the strongest warriors and building an army. Meanwhile, Lazu—who doesn't want to bother—ends up with a disciple who is considered useless. Everyone thought he would lose from the start. But they forgot one thing: this game is not just about strength, but also cunning. With his cunning mind, Lazu begins to turn the tables, exploiting loopholes in the rules, and toying with the much more powerful gods. Little by little, he rose through the ranks, frustrating his enemies, and unknowingly became the most dangerous player in Elysum. By the time the gods began to realize the threat posed by this “Weakest God,” it was too late. Lazu had gone too far. It wasn’t about who was the strongest anymore. It was about who was the smartest at playing. And Lazu? He just wanted to sleep soundly… after winning this game.

At Aldridge Academy, success isn’t an aspiration—it’s survival. In this elite, hyper-competitive school where ranking determines everything, students are reshuffled weekly, their futures dictated by a ruthless meritocracy. The top 20 enjoy unimaginable privileges: mentorships from industry leaders, access to classified research, guaranteed scholarships to the world’s best universities. The rest? They fight to stay afloat, knowing that one bad week could destroy everything. Liam Carter was built for this system. Rank 14. A scholarship prodigy. A perfect machine. With a mind sharper than any algorithm, he has calculated, optimized, and outperformed his way to the top. But when his flawless Ivy League applications are rejected, his entire world fractures. Now, his scholarship is on the line. The school’s administration has given him six months to secure admission to one of ten elite universities—or he loses everything. But Liam isn’t just up against a broken admissions process. Because when his best friend, Ethan Reyes—a wealthy underachiever sinking toward the bottom ranks—posts Liam’s personal statement on Reddit for feedback, it triggers something no one expected. The essay goes viral. Not because of inspirational storytelling—but because it contains something dangerous. A fragment of classified information. A half-forgotten piece of an experiment Liam doesn’t even remember being part of. And now, the wrong people are watching. The CIA believes he’s a leaked asset. A powerful tech cartel wants him recruited—or eliminated. And his biggest rival at school, Jasper Voss, Rank 9, knows Liam’s secret and is willing to use it against him. To survive, Liam must outthink everyone—weaponizing Aldridge’s brutal ranking system, manipulating the school’s elite, and uncovering the truth about his past. Because his rejection wasn’t just bad luck. Someone didn’t want him getting out. And if he fails now, Aldridge won’t just take his scholarship. It will erase him.

In a world where strength determines one’s fate, Zaren was once an ordinary man, trapped in a mundane life filled with hardship and betrayal. His death should have been the end—but fate had other plans. Reborn in a brutal world of hunters, dungeons, and monstrous creatures, he is given a second chance to carve his destiny. With nothing but his will to survive, Zaren joins the ranks of hunters, pushing himself beyond human limits. He learns quickly that this new world is merciless—dungeons devour the weak, and only those with power can stand against the darkness lurking within. Alongside his comrades, he faces countless threats, but when tragedy strikes and his closest friend is slain before his eyes, something inside him awakens. A power long dormant surges through his veins—the Crimson Awakening. His once-human gaze turns into something terrifying, a force of raw destruction that shakes even the strongest beings. The air trembles at his presence, and those who once mocked him now fear his name. With his newfound abilities, Zaren cuts through enemies like a blade of pure fire, leaving even the mightiest foes begging for mercy. But his vengeance is only the beginning. Whispers spread across kingdoms of a hunter who defies the natural order. From Elyria to Dwarvenhold and beyond, powerful forces begin to take notice. Kings, warriors, and unseen enemies lurking in the shadows all set their eyes on him—some eager to recruit him, others determined to end him before he grows too strong. As Zaren unravels the mysteries of his reincarnation and the source of his terrifying abilities, he realizes that he is not just fighting for survival—he is standing at the edge of a battle far greater than himself. His rise to power will shake the world, but with each step forward, an even darker truth awaits. The Crimson Awakening has begun. And nothing will ever be the same again.

Jace Hakeem Lyon Is an enigma despite being touted as a five-star high school recruit his character leaves much to be desired. His ego is backed by his relentless desire to prove himself by collecting ground levels for little room to care about others' thoughts. He may seem laid back or in control but that's far from it as a monster called anger that feeds off his loneliness, greed and pain to push him forward. Born and bred in east La Crenshaw strong isn't something he shouted for the sake of it, it's something he had to live up sparing no time to live up to others' expectations for what black excellence is supposed to be. On the field, he is known by many names: The Light-Skinned General, Crenshaw's Tiger, and many more. However, the only one he truly cares about is his moniker, Mr Bling, as he thrives on adding to his trophy cabinet. Like most people who grow up in the trenches that is Crenshaw, he spent his early years dodging gangs and drugs. Football was his escape from his chaotic life as he only ever truly felt complete when he had a ball in his hands dodging guys built like trucks trying to take him out. However, following a strategy that took his parents in the middle of his freshman year and let his older sister scarred both physically and mentally, Football became his only lifeline to save both him and his two sisters from the hood as life dealt them a bad hand.

[You Have Been Chosen.] When the apocalypse started, everything fell apart. I lost my job before they pushed me out into the street. Facing the undead, I became desperate and ran like a coward. Until I heard a voice... At first I couldn't believe the voice, thinking I might be insane and finally lost it... But as I was about to die, I saw a strange game-like panel appear in real life! [The Throne System has activated.] This strange system let me gain points by killing zombies and the ability to recruit people as subjects who wouldn't betray me like my previous co-workers. My first subject? Mu Qinglan. The ruthless Ice Queen CEO I once called "Boss." Cold, untouchable... and now infected. As her bloodthirsty jaws closed around my neck, I barely saved her with the system’s makeshift cure. [Recruitment Available.] [Subject: Mu Qinglan (S-Tier)] [Press to Confirm.] A glowing button floated before me. I hesitated. Then, slowly, I reached out. [Recruitment Complete.] ▼ Mu Qinglan's attributes are now visible. + 100 Experience. + Leadership: Level 1 + Random Skill from Mu Qinglan [Rank Up!] ▼ Rank: Loser → Partner + Attributes Increased | Subject Cap: 2 Every subject I command strengthens me. Every kill feeds my dominion. In this world of death and chaos... I will build an empire of S-Tier Beauties and ascend as the Apocalypse King. --------- 100 power Stones = 1 bonus chapter 250 Power Stones = 3 bonus chapters 500 Power Stones = 2 bonus chapters every day for a week!

Born into a dirt poor mining family, Karl only had one chance to get ahead in life, the annual elite recruitment day. On their final day of middle school, every student in the Golden Dragon Nation was given an experimental injection to awaken their affinity with magic. Those few who succeeded would become the Elite, the leaders and idols of the nation, blessed with incredible magical powers and respected by all. Those who did not would return to their normal lives of hard work and low wages, just doing the best they could. But with the nation surrounded by enemies, both humans and monsters, how long would these peaceful days of magical idols last? Follow the story of Karl as he awakens a unique power and strives to become the world's first Legendary Beast Master. Want to join the community for updates and upcoming news? Check out the discord. https://discord.gg/aokiaku

Ethan Cross was just an ordinary college student in his past life—until he died trying to save a banker playing hero. Now, he finds himself reincarnated in "New World", a realm plagued by Dread Beasts, where only those who awaken Aethermarks can become Heroes. But there’s a problem. Ethan has awakened as an E-rank Hero, the weakest tier, cursed with only one ability slot—a death sentence for any aspiring warrior. With no powerful clans willing to recruit him and the world already looking down on him, his future seems bleak. Until he discovers his Innate Talent: Sanctum of Beasts. This mysterious power grants him access to a personal dimension, where he can hunt endless waves of Dread Beasts. Unlike the real world, slaying them in this space drops Ability Fragments, which he can combine to gain abilities without slot restrictions. Even better? Time flows differently—he can train for days, yet only an instant passes in reality. Determined to rise from nothing, Ethan embarks on a secret journey to accumulate power. But as he completes missions and unravels the truth about the Black Pits, he realizes there’s something far more sinister lurking beneath the surface. The Hero Association hides dark secrets. Villains roam freely in the shadows. And Dread Beasts may not be the mindless creatures everyone believes them to be. With powerful enemies watching his every move, Ethan must play a dangerous game—remain unnoticed or become the hunter of both beasts and men. But one thing is certain: In this world, strength is everything. And Ethan Cross will carve his own path to the top—no matter the cost.

[Warning: Smut content, R18, Mature, MILF, Harem, No Yuri, No rape] Evan Drakos, a 19-year-old fresh recruit at the prestigious Archeline Battle Academy, was ready to train, fight, and carve his name among the strongest. But thanks to a simple typo, his name was mistakenly entered as Eva Drakos, landing him in an all-female dorm. At first, Evan didn’t think much of it, but things quickly take a strange turn when he discovers the shocking truth. Every single one of his dormmates is a succubus! As if that wasn’t enough, the academy’s system suddenly goes haywire when evaluating Evan. Instead of placing him in one of the four houses, it declares him compatible with all of them. Then comes the biggest bombshell—the system claims he is the descendant of the Demon King! Now, Evan finds himself entangled in a web of conspiracies, supernatural politics, and temptations he never expected. How did a simple mistake turn Evan’s life upside down? Is he really the Demon King’s heir, or is there something even more sinister at play? Also… why do all the succubi in his dorm seem to have a crush on him?

In a realm divided by warring factions and treacherous landscapes, the Postknights are an elite order tasked with maintaining communication and commerce across the land. To the outside world, they are mere delivery agents, but their role is vital in sustaining peace and unity. Facing challenges such as bandit attacks, magical creatures, and natural disasters, Postknights must rely on their wit, courage, and skills to complete their missions. Solis, a young but tenacious recruit, dreams of proving himself as a Legendary Postknight. Unlike others, Solis isn’t a prodigy in strategy or combat, but his unwavering determination and innovative thinking make him stand out. The story of Postknight explores themes of perseverance, teamwork, and the unyielding spirit of individuals who bridge divides, no matter the cost.

Gregory Evans is called to investigate a terrorist attack and discovers that a radical Islamic group has been recruiting young people to carry out attacks in various locations in New York and there is only one person who can help him in the investigation, an enemy from the past. In a journey marked by deaths and secrets hidden in political relations, Gregory Evans finds clues that will bring him face to face with a shocking revelation and the astonishing truth that we have ignored for so long. Racing against time, Gregory Evans and the Italian mafia enter into a frantic hunt for religious and political assassins, and unravel enigmas, following a trail that may lead to the secret lair where lies the only hope of saving New York City, before it collapses.

Have you ever wondered what the world inside you looks like? If your inner self could take shape—if it stood right in front of you—what would it be? Elyan never realised his sister had problems, until the day she took her own life… A century ago, humanity changed. Some people began hearing a click deep within themselves— the sound of a Door unlocking. These Doors, known as Sesame’s Doors, allow the chosen few to manifest their inner world into reality. Each human holds 14 Doors within them—dimensions shaped by memory, pain, emotion, and identity. But alongside the awakened, strange external Doors began to appear across the world—forming in places scarred by trauma or overwhelming emotion. From them come the Released, twisted fragments of human psyche given form. Dangerous. Chaotic. Unforgiving. Elyan is different. he can do something no one else can: He can claim the Doors themselves. Seal them. Store them. And use them. Now recruited by an elite unit of Door Masters, Elyan begins to uncover the truth behind the Doors, the traumas they’re born from— and what really caused his sister to fall. To master the world inside, he’ll have to face the things no one else dares to open.

I was walking to the convenience store and the next moment I knew, I was inside the villain's body!? What is going on!? This world is known as the world of Star Fantasy, a popular RPG that dominated the gaming charts. Tournaments were held all over the world to celebrate the success of this game. The top ten guilds were invited for every tournament to recruit new talent for their teams. Liam was part of the third strongest guild in Star Fantasy.  He suddenly woke up as the son of one of the strongest knights in the empire. Arnold von Berkley, who will become one of the greatest villains in the story. He must find out if there are more of him out there. Was he the only one summoned? If so, how can he avoid his inevitable death?  By eliminating his death flags! -- If you would like to hear about any updates regarding my current stories, join my discord: https://discord.gg/zAj9ddMpD4. Currently on HIATUS You can ask anything. I might take suggestions as well. Chapter releases are three full chapters per week. Parts of a chapter will be released a day after each other. Paypal for donations: https://paypal.me/Immortal1217

Beneath the neon lights of Tokyo, a war raged within the shadows. Hiroshi Yamaguchi was once the top assassin of the notorious Yamaguchi-gumi Mafia. But within the organization, a darkness festered, one that had consumed him from within. His past was one of tragedy. As a child, he watched helplessly as his beloved mother was murdered at the hands of his own father. Her death ignited a fire of vengeance within him, driving him to climb the ranks of the mafia, all in pursuit of a single goal. Revenge. But on one fateful day, Hiroshi abandoned the life of bloodshed, seeking to escape the cycle of violence. Yet, freedom was only an illusion. His father’s grasp was relentless. Captured, tortured, and cast into a prison meant to break him, Hiroshi was left to rot in the darkness. Until fate intervened. Rescued and recruited by a secret organization determined to dismantle the criminal underworld, Hiroshi was given a new purpose, one that aligned with his thirst for vengeance. Now, at just 18, he walks a treacherous path into the unknown, prepared to destroy those who wronged him, and anyone who dares to stand in his way.

In a world where demons lurk in the shadows and only the strongest can survive, Machiko never imagined she'd become a Divine User—a warrior wielding supernatural abilities to hunt down these monstrous threats. After a brutal attack leaves her scarred and awakens her latent powers, she’s recruited by S.O.S., an elite group specializing in demon extermination. Thrown into a world of relentless battles, hidden conspiracies, and dangerous rivalries, Machiko struggles to balance her new reality with the life she once knew. Between grueling training under the no-nonsense Yamamoto, her rivalry with the cold and calculating Makoto, and the ever-chaotic Kyoske, she must prove she belongs in this fight.

Imprisoned within the shadowy Stygian Archive, four individuals – a speedster, an alien, a mystic, and a disgraced soldier – are forcibly recruited by the enigmatic Viktor Storm into a covert government team known as "The Miscreants." These aren't heroes; they're criminals with extraordinary abilities, their freedom bartered for service in a world where the supernatural is terrifyingly real. Tasked with confronting monstrous threats that lurk beyond the veil of normalcy – from demonic possessions to ancient, destructive entities – the Miscreants must grapple with their own fractured pasts and the moral ambiguity of their missions. As they delve deeper into the darkness, they uncover a conspiracy that casts doubt on Storm's true intentions and the very nature of their purpose. Forced to confront not only the external horrors they face but also the internal demons that haunt them, the Miscreants must choose: remain pawns in a dangerous game, or defy their captor and forge their own path, even if it means facing the consequences of their past and the wrath of the very organization that controls them. The lines between savior and monster blur, leaving them to question if they are truly protecting humanity, or merely hastening its destruction.

Gai got a good start to life, learning alongside the privileged youths of his village. Soon, he is recruited into national service, alongside all those of similar age. His country is surrounded by enemies and allies of convenience. This is a story with no perceived end, of challenges that he will face, and adventures that he will undertake in a world of conflict and elemental powers. Expect action, and plenty of it!