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*WARNING* MATURE AUDIENCE ONLY [cultivation and mythology] [Dark] [for readers] "dear readers, this is dark novel with taboo themes and the fist part of the novel contains heavy corruption, the MC will face hardship in the beginning of the corruption ark as corruption and in the later of the corruption ark, the MC will start taking revenge, till the end of revenge arc and yes there is happy ending but how? you'll know at the end of the novel." Genre: cultivation, R18, system, NTR, Milf, bestiality, mythology, Heavy corruption etc,. [Note to readers: While some may assume this novel is solely intended as explicit content, it actually contains a compelling story-line. The novel is divided into two parts: the first explores themes of corruption, while the second focuses on revenge.] "Please remember, this novel is more than just an erotic tale - there's a rich, intriguing story woven throughout. I urge you to keep supporting me, as your motivation is what drives me to continue crafting an engaging story." Synopsis: Ye Yang, the 4th young master of the Ye cultivation clan, was once the weakest member of his family. His feeble cultivation and stagnant growth made him a target for bullying, and he was stripped of his chance to become clan head. While his peers surpassed him, reaching advanced stages like Qi Awakening and Meridian Opening Cultivation Stage, Ye Yang remained stuck at the 9th level of Body Tempering. Ashamed and defeated, he isolated himself from his family, refusing to meet anyone, including his mother Yu Mei and sisters Ye Ling and Ye Mu. Although his father saw him as a disgrace to the Ye family, he still tried to help Ye Yang overcome his limitations. In a desperate attempt to escape his misery, Ye Yang tried to end his life by cutting his wrist. But as he lay dying, a mysterious voice intervened: "If you don't want to live for yourself, then be mine and entertain me." Ye Yang lost consciousness, only to awaken the next morning to a strange screen window: [Choice-based System] [Welcome: Player Ye Yang] This marked the beginning of his transformation, as he embarked on a journey guided by the enigmatic System, confronting his dark past, and uncovering the secrets of his world. [EXTRA INFO] *In chapter 15 you can see unofficial map of the world* *you can read about cultivation stages/realm in comment section of first chapter* [Leave your reviews] OG_Novalist

Author's message to webnovel readers: Hello everyone, I am Morning Star LL, and I am delighted to meet you all in this way! To be honest, I never imagined that my work would have such a large readership outside China. I was absolutely astonished when my editor told me there were thousands of comments. Before this, my writings were primarily aimed at Chinese readers, and it never crossed my mind that my words would one day be translated into another language. I am both humbled and grateful. I am also extremely honored that my recent work, "This Game is Too Real," has been given the opportunity to reach an international audience. Unlike my previous works, this book is probably the one into which I've invested the most time and effort. It is set in a fictional post-apocalyptic wasteland. The story mainly revolves around a once-thriving civilization that collapses overnight after a disaster. The MC from Earth uses a legacy system to disguise the entire world as a game, leading players on a quest to save civilization. It intertwines the fates of the struggling survivors in the wasteland with mutual redemption, while also uncovering the historical truths buried beneath the dust. This book contains several easter eggs with "Scholar's Advanced Technological System," but mentioning them might spoil the story, so I'll leave it to the readers to discover! Moreover, the overall tone of the book remains cheerful and light-hearted. Despite the world being harsh and full of danger, I believe that even in the darkest moments, the warmth and resilience inherent in humanity will continue to shine brightly, emitting the power to dispel the darkness. It would be my greatest honor if my words resonate with you! And the word "resonate" is also a major clue within the story itself. Thank you! by Morning Star LL —————————————— This game is too freaking realistic! Bricklaying, running errands, picking up trash, delivering parcels... At most, the company lets you experience the hardships of a 996 schedule, but here you can feel the extreme bonus of 007. Alright, enough chit-chat, the great Manager has called me to lay some bricks. That Manager said that as long as we work our livers off, he can get a brand-new set of power armor next month, and then he'll take us to explore a brand new map, picking up even more trash in the vast Wasteland! ... After teleporting to the Waste World, Chu Guang discovered that he had unlocked the "shelter system" and could summon creatures called "players" from a parallel world. From that day on, nothing in the Waste World was normal anymore.

A fantasy tale about a monster boy who can transform into a dinosaur and his childhood sweetheart, embarking on a journey of entrepreneurship while scattering dog food along the way... (A farming novel with plenty of dog food, free trial reading is welcome) (Group: 313392527)

This Game is Too Real is an online novel that tells the story of a protagonist who unexpectedly gets a chance to experience a super-real game world. In this game, he can not only feel sensory stimulation that is no different from reality, but also obtain real-world skills and resources by completing tasks and challenges. The game and reality are intertwined, and the protagonist's growth and exploration in the game gradually affect and change his real life. With its unique setting, exciting plot and rich imagination, the novel makes readers feel as if they are in this super-real game world, experiencing adventures and challenges that are completely different from reality. At the same time, it also explores profound themes such as virtuality and reality, growth and responsibility, which is thought-provoking.

It was the day of my death. As everything came to an end, I heard a voice, a voice that would ultimately decide both my suffering and my rise. [If you had enough time to play one more game, what would it be?] Naturally, I answered the one game that had been on my mind even before I found myself withering away on my deathbed. The War of Demons and Heroes. An adult game of epic proportions. **** Disclaimer 1. This is my second novel, so don't expect amazing quality; I'm still learning. 2. "Is this a harem?" A common question from my previous novel, so I'll address it upfront: Yesn't. 3. If you decide to give my novel a try, first, thank you! 4. There is no smut in my book. I repeat, there is NO SMUT in my book. I know the title and r18 tag can be misleading, but I put the tag there due to the darker nature of this story, not because of smut. Finally, feel free to leave any thoughts or opinions in the comment sections and paragraph comments. The constructive criticism or inspiration I get from them is always welcome.

As 21 years old Noah wakes up after his attempted suicide, he find out that he has transmigrated into the body of 14 years old Vasilisa, a young noble afflicted with the [Muddy Tongue] status effect preventing them from talking properly and thus using magic. Because of the many misconceptions linked to that status, he is now even more scorned and hated than he was in his previous life. Additionally, he is now in a girl's body—something he finds harder to adapts to than he would have thought at first. Thankfully, he soon find himself the ability to see "the blue", an ability allowing him to pull off critical hits at will. Will this ability allow him to make his way into this strange new world and prevent the ashes of war with demons to reinites themselves? Only the future can tell. ––– W.N : Only the future, huh ? XD Well, I am the author, the one who wrote this thing and this really formulaïc synopsis. The story, I hope, is anything but that, but you will be the judge there. Also, if subjects like suicide and depression makes you feel uncomfortable, maybe you shouldn't read this. The protagonist is not written to be the most positive person in the world and thr world is equally bleak. Expect a lot of violence as I think it somewhat make sense in a world obeying those rules. Also again, I will use game's terminologies without necessarily explaining them in details. Most explanations will be there to highlight how this universe's game mechanics differ from the usual ones. Will the hero/heroine, be OP ? Dunno. I would rather not and their ability isn't so rare to be fair. I have no idea if the main character should be considered a male or a female which is perfect. That's why it a male-lead book with the yuri (girl's love) tag. Now then, I only intended this to be a warning but I ended up rambling. Thank you for reading up until this point and I hope you will enjoy the book. X-)

Rebuilding your life after war ravaged your hometown can be tough. Dealing with the offworlders sent to help, even more so. But, when a mysterious circumstance alters your life's perspective, how many will survive? Join Mara if you dare to find out.

Synopsis When a mysterious crack opens in the sky, unleashing powerful monsters and catastrophic explosions, the world is thrown into chaos. The crack, known as the God's Seal, is holding back an ancient force called the Angel Born—beings so powerful that their release could end the world. Ace, a determined young man with the powers of the long-dead Dragon King, is thrust into a fight for survival when he is introduced to the Magus Corporation—a secretive organization dedicated to stopping the Angels' return. With the help of his friends—Lancelot, Kelly, Zang, Sheldon, and Troy—Ace begins his training to dismantle the Followers of Light, a dangerous cult working to weaken the God's Seal. But the mission soon takes a dark turn when Lancelot, the laid-back and enigmatic mentor, is captured by the Archangels after a reckless attack on the Heaven Realm. As their battles intensify, the group faces inner demons as well as external threats. Kelly, devastated by the apparent deaths of his friends, transforms into an anti-hero, abandoning his ideals and resorting to ruthless tactics to save the world. Troy struggles with the inner turmoil caused by the spirits of the Seven Deadly Sins that reside within him, making him a volatile but powerful ally. Meanwhile, Zang learns to control his explosive powers, Sheldon manipulates amalgamations to fight on his behalf, and Ace discovers the true potential of his Dragon King abilities. The world teeters on the brink of destruction as the God's Seal weakens, forcing the characters to face down divine enemies, political factions, and monsters from across realms. As tensions rise, Lancelot’s sacrifice becomes the ultimate test of loyalty and sacrifice. In a final war against the Angels, demons, and forces beyond their comprehension, the group is pushed to their limits. Ace and his friends must confront the true cost of heroism, and in the end, only one remains to restore the world—through self-sacrifice. As Ace uses his newfound powers to resurrect the planet, the characters learn that even in a world filled with gods and monsters, it is friendship, sacrifice, and redemption that will ultimately shape their fate.

It was one thing to have my hands and feet securely tied, but why was my mouth also sealed? I should at least have been able to make a noise! Why was I confined in a mental asylum? Why did it seem like everyone was afraid of me? Why... do I feel like laughing?---------------- This is a story where Holmes and the Joker wreak havoc on the SCP Foundation. I hope everyone will enjoy it!

Mutants, are people who have awakened their dormant genes which allows them to access their unique abilities, out of fear for these mutants humanity locked most of them in an underground environment called the umbra. Clyde wilson, is a citizen of the umbra whose life has been turned upside down after taking up a secret traditional mantle within his family.

Kaito is an apathetic teenager who's bored with everyday life and wishes for something new, something exciting or atleast something interesting to happen. That is until one day he receives a black envelope inviting him to join a series of games. Each game is hosted by an individual set of phobias that take on a physical form. All for the sake of one thing... a single wish.

Iris was reborn as Rosa. Rosa wants to change her fate with the knowledge of her past life. Her past memories may be what saves her in this game like fantasy world.

Original Title: Mafia Game "The night has come..." "Guess the mafia."

Mission Details: Discover the dark secret of the Abandoned Mansion in the Outskirts and survive until dawn! Failure to comply with the quest will result in the reduction of the host's lifespan by 30 years. Danny is a struggling streamer who suddenly receives weird messages from a phone he bought from a shady merchant. What makes matters worst for him is that his life is at stake if he didn't finish what was being told in the message! "Wait a minute, maybe I can use this as content for my videos? If I am being threatened to die by this, might as well earn money from it!"

In a War between humans and elves against occults and eldritch beings, who will stand Victor. In a time of an endless pain and Agony... When will it end? The light shine brightest in the endless darkness.... But can we ever see it.. This is the harrowing journey of a transmigrator surviving the Last Era Of The Apocalypse as a nobody.. [SYSTEM] + YOU'VE AWAKENED A NEW SKILL + Maybe it can be changed after all.....

Emma Lorenzo, a 22 year old college student finds herself pregnant and rejected by her boyfriend. Facing the wrath of her disappointed parents, she has no hope and fear they'll force her to abort. Having no choice she ran away to a different city to start her life over.... But why was her boyfriend disturbing her when she has moved on? Why is he sending money?

this novel is about an otaku guy who doesn't have a job and old and lives with his mom who tells him to get a job and kick him out he later finds one but break something that gets him to pay them 5 thousand dollars and get fired so because he didn't have the money he went to sell his game console but get stopped by a weird but hot girl with red hair who looked like a game character and has some technology that doesn't look from his word so she tells him that the game he was playing was real but in a far away place so she tells him that he is one of the best and he should join them but he refuse but when he got back home his mom was kidnapped by one of the monsters which made him join them and get his mother back and that's the start of: my life is a video game

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"I’m not here to fit in, I’m here to stand out. When the lights are brightest and the pressure’s crushing, that’s when I shine." On the cracked courts of Pinehill, Jaden "Silk" Hunter was a king. His ankle-breaking crossovers, no-look passes, and thunderous dunks made him a streetball legend. But when a scholarship pulls him into the unforgiving world of Ironwood Academy, the country’s most prestigious basketball powerhouse, Jaden learns that talent isn’t enough. At Ironwood, the court is a battlefield, every teammate is a rival, and Coach Grayson Hale rules with an iron fist. The flashy, unpredictable style that made Jaden a legend on the streets is seen as reckless and immature here. His teammates doubt him, his coach benches him, and the media begins to whisper: Is "Silk" all show and no substance? But Jaden isn’t here to play by anyone else’s rules. With his pride on the line and the weight of his hometown’s expectations on his shoulders, he’s determined to prove that style and substance can coexist that you can rewrite the game and still come out on top. When rival prodigies, team betrayals, and mounting pressure push him to the edge, Jaden must rise beyond raw talent and show everyone that greatness isn’t just about playing the game, it’s about playing the Game Above Game. Will Jaden rise to the top, or will the weight of greatness bring him crashing down?

[My WSA 2024 Entry novel! Please vote] Yōta's day went from normal to "What the heck?!" faster than you can say "isekai." One moment, he's an average sixteen-year-old playing video games in his room; the next, he's in the body of a scrawny boy named Sol, right in the middle of a raging war. "Fuck, fuck, fuck! I'm gonna die! AGAIN!!" he screamed. This wasn't anything like those fantasy novels he had read of where the hero gets cheat powers and a cushy life as a noble. Nope, Yōta was stuck in the body of a weakling with zero abilities, no powerful physique, and on a battlefield to boot!

lucas is born after a nuclear apocalypse has destroyed and mutated most of the ecosystems after a long development people gained powers under a new element that was discovered, saving up for a few years as a scavenger he got enough money to buy himself the serum when something happens causing him to get a expired serum causing an unique mutation unlike most who it just kills

Fu Shi, the legendary Game Master who turned the tables against the heavens is now back! But his return comes with a twist. The one inside Fu Shi now is a bit different from what it used to be... Instead of the legendary cultivator, what is inside him now is a Game Designer possessing a manic obsession with making MMORPG games. "Hmm... I don't have my tools now. How am I supposed to create my masterpiece? It looks like I have to make do with what I have." #sandbox #gamer administrator #sect building #monsters #kingdoms #empires *** CULTIVATION REALMS [The Four Earthly Attributes] Martial Tempering(1st stage)—> Mind Enlightenment(2nd stage)—> Will Reinforcement(3rd stage)—> Spirit Mystery(4th stage) [The Three Cosmic Elements] Soul Recognition(5th stage)—> Essence Gathering(6th stage)—> Bloodline Refinement(7th stage) [The Trinity Celestial Paths] Heart Path(8th stage)—> World Path(9th stage)—> Endless Path(10th stage) [The Godly Vessel] Perfect Immortal(11th stage) *** Author's words This is inspired by GOG Daily updates are 7:00 am at GMT +8.

You have read thousands of stories about a player playing the VR MMORPG game about that player's life and how he soared high in his life and in the end we found that the game is just a tutorial or a product of some outer space species. but have you ever thought about what the life of a game maker will be? what if the game made is not a product of outer space species but of a simple man of our planet? what are the effects of the game on the world how many changes it can bring and how does one develop this game? this is a story about a young entrepreneur who had a dream of making a game that will leave such a long impact on history that many generations after him will know him as the father of the first and the last R MMORPG games. ----------------------------------------------------------------- the game will be completely new and will take inspiration from many other games, myths, and lore of many different cultures and religions. I have always dreamed of this whole thing and now I am just writing my dreams on this page. hope you will love it. ----------------------------------------------------------------- GUYS, I AM PARTICIPATING IN THE CONTEST SO IT WOULD BE LOVELY IF YOU SUPPORT IT AND VOTE FOR IT. AT LEAST LEAVE A REVIEW SO THAT I CAN UNDERSTAND MY FAULTS. ----------------------------------------------------------------- follow me on Inst*gram if you want : keshav_jha_0207

Twelve-year-old Liam wakes up in a cold, dark basement, with no memory of how he got there. Trapped by a sadistic captor who revels in psychological torment, Liam is forced to play a series of sick and twisted games, each designed to break his spirit. Despite the overwhelming fear and hopelessness, Liam’s determination to survive drives him to plot a daring escape. But freedom comes at a cost. Once outside the basement, Liam finds himself in a labyrinth of endless corridors and haunted rooms, each hiding unimaginable horrors. Pursued by monstrous entities and shadowed by the sinister presence of his captor, Liam must navigate the maze and its deadly challenges. Every step brings him closer to the truth—but also to a darker revelation about the world he's trapped in. In this thrilling, heart-pounding journey of survival, The Maze of Shadows explores the limits of resilience, the strength of the human spirit, and the power of hope. Will Liam outwit his captor and find his way back to freedom, or will the shadows claim him forever? Assisted by AI.

Otome game. A reverse harem, at that. Seriously, no sane person would willingly play something like that. And yet, chuckle... I wasn't in my right mind. Tsk! To think I actually played this shit. Ahhh... well, no use denying it now. After dying, I got reincarnated, or maybe transmigrated would be a correct term, into the talented senior brother of the story's main villainess. Yeah, you heard that right. Talented. Indeed! This guy was so ridiculously overpowered that he didn’t even make it to the start of the story. Just straight-up died before even the main characters would be introduced. Like, seriously? Sigh... But worry not, I indeed got a golden figure to aid me. [Loading...] [Congratulations, You have been chosen as the host of The Villainess Guardian System!] Da Fck!! [Welcome, Host. As the name suggests, this system will reward you for aiding the villainess and plundering opportunities from the chosen ones.] The basic C****** Shit huh. [However be cautious, if the villainess faces defeat, the consequences will hit you five times harder. And if she dies, you will die five times more painfully.]

Galen dreams about a beautiful Goddess who gives him a mission to find someone within the first seven days giving him also the capabilities and abilities to carry it out. Upon waking he wakes up to his phone asking him to instantly install a chat program, chooses a class, and already gives him his first thing to do all within seconds of getting up from his bed. He learns there is a lab within walking range from his house. His waking reality is changed learning the landscape around him is not the same as it was yesterday.