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"I Want to Play a Game" blends elements such as time loops, infinite streams, rule-based games, and post-apocalyptic survival, all set against a unique Chinese aesthetic with mind-bending plot twists. The story unfolds in an alternate realm known as "The Land of Endings," where all participants are "the Guilty"—people burdened with sins in the real world—who are forcibly drawn into a death game controlled by the Twelve Zodiac. The game is divided into three levels: "Heaven," "Earth," and "Human." Within ten days, participants must win "the Dao" through strategic play, deduction, or cooperation; once they accumulate enough, they can escape. Those who fail will lose their memory and be resurrected on the eleventh day, while only those who awaken the "Echo" ability can retain their memories and move on to the next cycle of reincarnation. Originally a "place for divine creation," The Land of Endings has become a brutal battleground for survival following the betrayal of the Zodiac leader, "Tianlong" (Heavenly Dragon).

Ashok Kumar Maurya, a hardcore gamer, is shocked to find himself transmigrated to the world of his recent Open-World game. But the real surprise comes when he discovers his new body isn't any of the familiar characters he once controlled. The owner of this body is some exiled noble named Adlet. An Extra. An UNKNOWN THIRD-RATE EXTRA. Ashok is greeted by the "System," which reveals he was chosen for his perfect game ending. However, due to angering the God of Fate with vulgarities, he’s stuck with an insignificant body. As a result, the System gives him a quest from the God of Fate to preserve his life. [Main Quest: Achieve the Best Perfect Ending again. Reward for Success: Any wish, including returning to the previous world. Failure or Rejection: Death.] Just because a Quest is assigned to me, does that mean I must perform well in the role I'm given, that of a Third-rate Extra? With all the knowledge I possess, I refuse to settle for the role of a Third rate Extra, so I chose a new path for myself—the role of a VILLAIN. After all, playing the Hero would only end up in repeating what I did in the game, which is far too boring. However, to fully embrace this new role, I must rid myself of the old one. To do so, I sacrificed the System and original Adlet's soul to the HIDDEN FINAL BOSS, who is a beautiful Goddess. ……………. Follow the journey of Ashok, or the new Adlet, an unknown extra, into a true Villain. Armed with his knowledge of the game world, Ashok uses it as his weapon to overpower the original main characters and even challenge the Gods themselves, carving his path to power and domination with a loving goddess by his side. ................ >>>>HAREM: YES >>>>Detailed Plot: YES >>>> NTR: NO >>>> System: Sacrificed Note: This book would not be solely focused on the Academy but also the World

In a world of Mana Awakened powerhouses, Damian Bloodbane awakened into the Legendary, never-seen-before and utterly shameful E-Rank. E-rank. Before Damian Bloodbane, D-rank was the lowest Grade among all of the Mana Awakened in the entire world. After Damian Bloodbane, the world had its first and only E-rank Mana Awakened. It was worse than being Unawakened. The scorn, the ridicule, the mockery, the sarcasm and the utter humiliation he had to go through nearly drove him mad. Until one day… [Death Energy Detected… Absorbed] [Necromancer King System Activated] [Welcome, Damian Bloodbane, Sovereign of Death] [You may select your class] [Available Classes:] [Death Necromancer] [Death Knight] [Death Assassin] Witness the rise of Damian Bloodbane from the Legendary E-Rank Trash to be the World-Strongest King of Necromancers! Or… will he?

After 10 years of a Loveless Marriage, Natasha Was Mysteriously killed by an unknown murderer, she is given a second chance at life, and she goes back to 5 years before it all happened, will she be able to change her fate and protect the ones she loves or will she succumb just like her previous life? Natasha White, she was wrongly accused of committing an unforgivable sin, with no one ready to fight for her innocence and believe her, she ends up dying in the worst possible way, now with her given a second chance, she is ready to stand up for herself. Dominic White, he hates his wife with Passion, after what she did to him, he never thought that he could forgive her, he had trusted her, and she took that trust and broke it, now with his Wife Slowly changing, would he give her a second chance? or not even care at all. Dive into the past, present and future with A Second Chance; I will not waste it.

"Aaa!" Cassandra was shocked and screamed as she woke beside a strange man. To make matters worse, the man was shirtless, and she was only wearing underwear. 'What's going on, why is he sleeping with me?' "Morning, sweetheart!" The man beside Cassandra greeted her. Cassandra gasped, shook her head, and pushed the man to the ground. "Hey, what are you doing in my bed? Are you trying to harass me? Get out of here!" Cassandra pointed her index finger at the door. 'I married him? Who is that man? How can I be married to him?' Cassandra thought to herself as she lifted the blanket slowly and saw a red stain on the sheet. "How can we get married? I don't know you at all, and this seems to be our first meeting," asked Cassandra, who still couldn't hide her surprise. Charles looked deeply into Cassandra's green eyes. "Have you forgotten what happened last night? You even went so far as to ask me not to leave." ….……….. Cassandra immediately ran into the house, not caring that she now came with Charles. She also continued to shout Vivian's name because she was worried that something had happened to her half-sister. Cassandra's father slaps her immediately. "Dad, why did you slap me? What did I do?" asked Cassandra while holding her cheeks, which were now burning. Geoffry, Cassandra's father, only glanced sarcastically at his biological daughter. "You still ask what you did? Did I raise and finance you to be a slut?" --------- Cassandra Miller never knew she was being set up by her half-sister Vivian Hartley at a nightclub. Vivian mixed stimulants in Cassandra's drink to get her drunk and ended up in bed with a random guy. Vivian's trap worked, and Cassandra married a stranger in Las Vegas the day they met. This makes her father furious and kicks Cassandra out of the house. But what happens is that Charles Parker, the man who married Cassandra in Las Vegas, takes her to live with him. In exchange, Cassandra had to leave their marriage for two years. Will Cassandra be able to live a two-year life as Mrs Parker and resolve the misunderstandings with her father and Cassandra's fiancé at the time? Is there a conspiracy behind all this? Or is there more to their marriage?

【Hot New Book】Skilled in martial arts, proficient in medicine! Please read the first three chapters, if they don't sit right with you, come at me!

I was thrown into the solo-developed game If You Wish and decided to struggle to avoid becoming the villainess, who meets a terrible end.

Harley What started as a mindless, blurted confession has turned into a mess I never saw coming—an endless spiral of emotions, tangled with Clad Storm, the bad boy of the season and my ex-crush. The one who’s made it clear he’s here for revenge, yet every time he looks at me with those damn chocolate-brown eyes, I fall deeper. The worst part? I know exactly why he’s here. To make me pay. To make me feel the sting of what happened years ago when I rejected him. But somehow, I can’t walk away. And then there’s the kicker—he made a proposal to my younger sister. But for some reason, he won’t let me go. Now, here I am, stuck between a rock and a hard place, caught in the web of New York’s most notorious biking genius and CEO. I should walk away. I should be the smart one. I should obey my parents’ wishes and do what’s expected of me. But every time he smiles, every time he touches me, I forget what I’m supposed to be doing—resisting him.

When yesterday take too much of today~

Zhang Ye, a delusional yet fiercely ambitious college graduate, dreams of becoming the world’s greatest star—despite being a nobody in reality. On the eve of his make-or-break radio host interview, he stumbles into a surreal game that promises to rewrite his destiny. Armed with a mysterious "Random Modification of Real-World Background" reward, Zhang Ye must navigate absurd challenges, inflated lies, and a reality-bending system to transform his wildest fantasies into fame. But can a chronic daydreamer survive the highest difficulty setting of life itself?

This is the story of king Allen who was killed by his own brother , as he was just dying he heard a sound welcome king Allen i was waiting for you the voice was sweet and yet a powerful presence she had and she asked for Allen help for rescuing his world from 12 demonic ( fallen angles ) who were planning to kill all humanity .. i will not spoil everything for you can read the novel for it , 2 new chapters will be uploaded on 2 days gap in evening , and it is my first novel so I ask for forgiveness if there is any grammar mistakes etc , so I welcome you to join me in the new world of magic and to protect the world from fallen angels your very own author of i want a peaceful life .. Ashish Swami

Following a less than ideal life and a harrowing death, the protagonist finds himself in the presence of a God, offering him a customized reincarnation into a world of his choosing, with his memories intact He decides to reincarnate into a world of Magic and Monsters, intrigued by the notion of being able to use fantastical powers that did not exist in his previous world Having grown up in a stifling high society and unloving family environment in his previous life, he chooses to reincarnate into a more simple life, opting to be a Commoner instead of a Noble, despite the oppressive class system present in the world of his reincarnation Following a detailed customization of the powers he chooses to acquire, he reincarnates into a peaceful, loving family in this new world, with the name Larrk Stryker, in a small village well away from Noble society While Larrk's fascination with Magic and the other powers he possesses in this world, along with the desire to be able to protect himself against any threat that might arise, drives him to master these abilities, all he really wants is a nice, peaceful life, one that's free of any strife or tragedy But whether or not such a life can be achieved in this world, remains to be seen, as the countless unfamiliar elements of this strange new world only give rise to countless more possibilities, both good and bad...

In modern America a teenage vampire/alien and four men's lives intersect into an ultimate reverse harem. Haunted by a past and a fascist ruler of her home planet, she battles her enemies to achieve her goals in life.

"If you got to choose between two jobs, what will you choose? A "Hero"? A "Demon King"?.” The god asked. "I wouldn't choose neither of them" Rei shook his head, refusing to choose between those choices. "Then what will you choose?" "Heh, I choose to become the strongest knight!" Rei exclaimed with a wide smile. ** Kiritsuka Rei, 15 years old, caught into a car crash after saving a girl’s life. His soul was pulled by the god who claimed to be the God of Fire—Ifrit. He was told that he will be reincarnated into another body and hoping to have better life there by the god. Before that though, Ifrit ask him to have one wish before going. Rei responded by expressing his wish to become the strongest knight with his own hands. Ifrit who already knew about his answer laughed and so…he answered his wish then transferred his soul to the world called Astria. After the soul transfer succeeded, he found out that the body he reside in have another soul that comes from the future? And his job would be a "Blacksmith"? Furthermore, the world is based on an Otome game? What will happen to Rei? Can he overcome this new path? Follow the adventures of Rei and him overcoming the path that he will take to become the strongest knight with the job of blacksmith in an otome game. Disclaimer: cover belong to the artist and author. *Note: This will be my first time creating this story, this story focusing on two sides which is the MC–Rei and the Heroine. *I will also be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com —from your writer Seizou_Haku

Can one actually have a peaceful life? is peace even a thing? if it is, where is it? These are the questions asked but had no answers. Living as a useless and unwanted person his whole life, suicidal thoughts clouded his mind, is this life worth living?"forget it, I'll work hard and finally get my peaceful life" was what he said but, did he actually get it? No!. Enduring life, finding new hopes, struggling to pass through life, only to die without a grave, did the universe let him go? No. Lexi Quints gets thrown into another world with danger and troubles at every turn "huh, I'm still alive? dammit, even after death, you won't still let me go, I DON'T WANT THIS!!" Would he retire to his fate or work hard to gain a peaceful life? Begging the universe to take him back and he ends up at deaths door, again, he finally thinks the universe listened to him, but... Did it? did it really?

She had mountains of reason to say no to him, but he keeps coming back, no matter how many times she rejected him. ******************************* Sneak Peek: “I HAVE TRIED! PLAN A, PLAN B, PLAN C, PLAN D & PLAN E! But Nothing is Working! Why does he still want to marry me?!” ——by FL Inner Voice ******************************* Synopsis: After waking up as the villainess in a romance novel that she hated called “I love you, my prince.” Ms.Ivy Augustine, her villainess name, finds ways to escape her fate from execution at age 17. The strong and sensible girl vows that she will not be like the villainess in the story who loves the prince too much, which will lead to her doom. She develops mountains of reasons why she doesn’t want to marry the prince, but no matter how hard she tried, the prince kept proposing to her, and disasters kept following her as if the author was forcing her to follow the plot. The novel that she thought was predictable and full of cliches cause her to wonder, will she ever be able to change her fate? ******************************* How did I become the villainess of this cliche romantic novel!! I reincarnated into the romance novel that I read last night, and I skip through the chapters and only read the crucial parts. The villainess will be beheaded at the age of 17 because she loves the prince too much. I felt relief because I hate the idea of marrying the prince. There is a mountain of reasons why I don't want to! It's just not practical! "Oh, no, his pheromone attack! It's is very strong this time, but I will endure it! " "She smells nice. I want to keep her by my side forever." ******************************* Note to readers Publishing Schedule 2 chapter - Every Sat & Sun Sometimes more if I feel like it XD What can you expect: This novel contains lots of romance and adventure combined. It's a slow burn novel. ************************************** Ps. I do not own this artwork, full credits to the owner. Double Ps. I also don't control the pricing. Triple Ps. There may be a little R-18 content after chapter 60. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I have to postpone my work until my health is better. I have been pilling the stories and hope to publish it the end of the year. Thank you for your continuos support.

dunia ini adalah sebuah dunia fantasi, dengan sihir dan makhluk mistik yang bersarang dan membesar di dunia ini, manusia adalah makhluk yang paling lemah diantaranya, dan di sebabkan itu mereka di jadikan sebuah makanan dan haiwan ternak bagi para makhluk mistik ini, tetapi semuanya berakhir apa bila starlight lahir dari kalangan umat manusia, sejak saat itu manusia tidak lagi di anggap sebagai haiwan ternak, apakah cerita ini mengisahkan para starlight tidak juga, tetapi cerita ini mengisahkan seorang anak bangsawan biasa, bernama silver lars dalam perjalanannya menjadi seorang disciple....

"Alice! I'm canceling my engagement with you!" Arth who became one of the capture target in an otome game called Lovely☆Princess love the Villainess and would do anything to protect her smile. ---------------------- Author: Yui Original Name:騎士団長の息子は悪役令嬢を溺愛する I translate it and at the same time improve to what I think to fill the cliche.

An unremarkable and socially awkward eighth-grade student navigates the mundane routines of high school life, blending seamlessly into the background. Like many of his peers, he harbors simple aspirations—friendship, recognition, and a sense of belonging. However, his quiet existence is abruptly disrupted when an unforeseen and unfortunate incident unfolds, causing significant turmoil within the school. Due to his lack of prominence and timid nature, his inadvertent involvement in the event leads to widespread resentment among his fellow students. As he becomes painfully aware of the disdain directed toward him, he is forced to confront the consequences of his actions. Plagued by self-doubt and social alienation, he grapples with an agonizing dilemma—does he still have the chance to restore his reputation and regain the respect of his peers? This poignant journey, infused with darkly relatable humor, navigates the complexities of self-worth, societal perception, and redemption. Through moments of introspection and absurdity, it challenges one’s understanding of identity and belonging. Witness his arduous struggle as he seeks to reclaim his dignity and forge meaningful connections in an environment that has turned against him.

Getting reincarnated into a comatose boy who was left for dead by the people around him Fair warning HEAVY SMUT

Cupid has the talent to tie red threads of people together, but no one knows that he is a terrible Cupid. His best friend, Nova, is now secretly in love with someone and no matter how terrible a Cupid he is, he still tries his best to help his bestfriend no matter what

Everything turned black. I was struggling to breathe to keep myself awake. Pleading with my trembling hands for anyone to help me. However, no one came forward. Lizzie with a smug grin and my parents with a satisfied smile as they watch me die. And there he stood, the one I had given everything for. Jamie Barrington looking detached as ever. Ammie white was a girl that thought as much as she worked hard enough to please her family and her crush, they would someday love her back. It was all a lie. A lie fed to her by the very ones she loved. Unfortunately for her, she found out too late that one can never force anyone to love and respect them on the night of her wedding.

Ava, a college student inexperienced in love, crosses paths with Liam Blackwood, the city's most formidable bachelor. Their initial encounters spark Liam's curiosity, but Ava, intimidated by their differing social statuses, rejects his advances. Undeterred, Liam strives to win her over, but their budding romance is complicated by the sudden reappearance of his ex-girlfriend, a woman who betrayed him in the past. Pressure mounts as Liam's family pushes him to reconcile with his ex, a demand he firmly refuses. Caught in the crossfire, Ava finds herself torn between her growing feelings for Liam and the overwhelming complexities of his life. Will she risk it all for love, or will the weight of his past and the disapproval of his family force them apart?

In a world where nearly everyone is born with a guin, extraordinary power that grants unique abilities, only a select few are chosen to become a 'hero'. Through intense training and arduous challenges, these individuals are forged into protectors, standing as humanity's hope against all kind of evil. Takumi Kurata was born with a cruel and terrifying guin. His power allowed him to instantly kill any living being by pulling its neck from its head, a lethal ability that made even the most fearsome villains pale in comparison. The power could also be reversed, bringing the victim back to life if the body was properly reframed. Bullied for his dangerous guin, Takumi initially fought back, rising to dominance and establishing a reign of terror that made even his middle school peers cower in fear. Deep down, however, he struggled with his power, believing that the very thing that could protect the weak made him unworthy of being a hero. His dream of becoming a hero crumbled as he succumbed to a life of bitterness and despair. In a society where only some individuals can undergo the rigorous training to become a hero, Takumi’s path seemed lost. That is, until he met his idol, Mr. White—a hero who reminded him that power, in all its forms, can be wielded for both good and evil. Encouraged by Mr. White’s words, Takumi found new resolve, determined to use his terrifying guin for the greater good. This is the story of Takumi Kurata, a kind-hearted yet twisted boy, torn between his dark gift and his desire to protect others, as he strives to become a true hero in a world that fears him.

The world Abe Hakashi knew is gone. The monsters saw to that. After mysterious rifts tore through Earth, humanity’s population was decimated, dropping from 8 billion to a mere million. Some escaped through the rifts, venturing into strange new worlds. Others weren’t so fortunate, succumbing to the horrors that poured from hellish gateways called "bridges." In the ruins of civilization, the survivors built Stargaze City, a fragile beacon of hope in an unforgiving world. At its heart lies a unique rift—a gateway to a dungeon that grants those brave enough to enter magical abilities known as skills. These powers are humanity’s last line of defense, the only way to push back against the endless threats that stalk the land.

The harassment from my in-laws who looked down on me because I was a commoner. My wife who indifferently watched me. It’s been 10 years since I escaped from them. A fallen family. But my wife, even in her death, still wore her wedding ring.

To take one's place and be the one living it. A story's path that both changes nothing and some things. There is no telling on what would become of this journey, or how it will affect him and everyone else. Caden Fayte, grew loving the adventures of a Pokémon trainer by the name of Ash Ketchum, finds himself waking up in said boy's body. Now he has to try (and failed, badly) to make sure that events from the series plays as it is, all the while his own mind is weighted by the expectations (made by his own turmoil) and his own inner demons. Venturing to a foreign world that will certainly out to break him apart, there was only one silver lining to his situation. Ash's Pikachu. Together, they face this uncertain world, all the while a certain Chosen One watches from a realm beyond. I do not own Pokémon. All credits are to Nintendo and Game Freak. (Possible rewrites and revisions)

I should have died that night. I remember the cold water dragging me under, the pain, the darkness swallowing me whole. But then he appeared—a man with burning red eyes and a wicked smile. He saved me… and now I belong to him. I don’t remember the deal I made, only that he won’t let me go. Not until I give him what he wants. But I’m not some helpless girl waiting to be claimed. I will take back my life, my empire, and uncover the truth buried in my past. "You made a promise, Eve," he reminds me, his voice low and smooth. "And I always collect." But the more I remember, the more I realize the real danger isn’t him—it’s the part of me that doesn’t want to run. What did I promise him? Why can’t I bring myself to leave? And will I ever be able to take back control of my life?