Cold War Tradecraft

As Bryan lay on his deathbed, enveloped by the cold of loneliness and the weight of the wounds that consumed him, the bitter pang of regret eclipsed the physical pain. The life he had chosen to live - a lonely path marked by violence - played out before his eyes like a cruel movie of memories. Without family to mourn him, friends to remember him or love to console him, he faced the end of his existence. With an icy smile and his last remaining strength, Bryan muttered, almost inaudibly: “He who lives by the sword, dies by the sword.” But fate, in its unpredictability, did not seal his story there. Instead of falling into oblivion, Bryan awoke in a strange world, a universe ruled by strength and magic. Carrying with him the physical and emotional scars of his old life, he discovers that the blade that once condemned him to loneliness may be the key to his redemption. Now, in a world where alliances are fragile and danger lurks at every turn, Bryan must face not only the challenges this new place offers, but also the ghosts of his past. Will he find the strength to forge a new path and, for the first time, fight for something beyond himself?

In a world filled with dangers and monsters, follow the MC who wishes to become powerful, not to overpower others, but to protect his family and the people he loves and cares from the dangers they have to face. I had to stop my first story due to my sickness. Support me, your comments and feedback is welcomed.

Kai Ishikawa is aiming to be a soldier to pursue his dream, he must study and train at the Jakarta Legion Academy. Along the way, the war between humans against Elder Dragons and Demons can't be stopped, for over thirty years the demons attacked Planet Earth to conquer humanity. Will Kai make it through the test and will Kai stop this Elder war?

A World of survival, where Nations must slay each other in order to survive. There can only be one. And there is only one way for it to end; War, Murder, and bloodshed. Ikem is thrust into this world, without any memories whatsoever. He is forced to navigate a world were all threatens to devour the him; the weak and empower the strong. A dog eat dog world. And without any knowledge of his background he is forced to start from scratch, without aid. Well, not really....

To prevent real war, rival nations agree to resolve conflicts through controlled battles called War Games. Though it ensures peace, tensions and hidden ambitions still threaten to ignite chaos.

A guy tries to help fight for a war effort for humanity and things sure do happen while he's growing up and in his adulthood

Murder and war. That is the only thing known by the people in this world. Hundreds of years of endless slaughter. A futuristic society, where those capable of using mana are known as witches and wizards. Endless conflict, both internal and external. A young boy named Raiden-who attends one of the 7 grand magic academies which trains magicians for war- finds it increasingly harder to keep hold of his mission: Protect Kami, with every day, as the already tipping balance between magicians and non-magicians, teeters even more. Also on Royal Road!

When an intergalactic empire invades the planet, the people of Earth must put together a team of champions to fight the Imperials in a tournament with the fate of the world on the line. Their team consists of a street thug, a serial killer, an adventurer, a distinguished nobleman, and a mysterious masked man. Do these men have what it takes to protect Earth’s freedom or will they be just another planet added to the Emperor’s collection?

In a world where science crushed magic in a 450-year war, the Alheim Federation of Styxx reigns supreme. Powered by the god of steam and innovation, the Federation’s mana-fueled technology—floating cities, anti-magic barriers, and steel golems—makes them unstoppable. The Katri continent, once a battleground, is now their empire, the largest and most advanced of the twelve continents. But after 200 years of exile, the magical nations unite, sparking a rebellion to reclaim their place in the world. As war spreads across continents, Levin Moracle, a high-ranking Federation noble, grapples with loyalty and morality, while Cruise, a girl blessed by a witch goddess, emerges as a symbol of defiance. While the world fractures in war, a forgotten threat awakens in the shadows—a void consuming the land, promising annihilation beyond imagination. As magic, science, and faith collide, Levin and Cruise must confront their destinies in a battle not just for supremacy, but for survival itself. In a world torn between progress and tradition, innovation and regression, truths and falsehoods, the fate of Magic, science and all that lives hangs by a thread Updates will be 3 chaps a week for now

Alana Gates is a rebellious 19 years old girl who spent her whole teenage life enduring her mother's abuses. After a certain incident occurs in her life, she moves to New York to stay with her aunt and continue her education. The simple life she plans to live quickly gets complicated when she gets entangled with Roman Ashford, the richest and most arrogant man in the whole of New York, and has to be his woman for the next 31 days. Will she be able to tolerate his vexing attitude for the next 31 days or will this relationship turn into a complete disaster? .... @WINX

[SOCIALS AT BOTTOM] In a world where humanity is plunged in threats by Eclipses, Hikaru Shimo is a no ordinary teen boy with an ambition to defend humanity from these creatures. However, things go south when one fateful night he has an encounter with a man from over a thousand years ago and Hikaru's story starts getting more ambitious with Hikaru becoming famous. Delve into the world of The Withering Cold, where Hikaru alongside many likeable characters challenge their limits against the Eclipses and the twisted humans who go by the name: "New Faith Order". Notes: This novel was written before, however, it's old chapters has been deleted and this version is the better revamp. Socials: Discord - https://discord.com/invite/8mgFz7RVFm insta - https://www.instagram.com/therealwitheringcold?igsh=MTRwNjVnaHZvZ214eA==

WSA participation From birth, she had a purpose she had to achieve and Nehora was determined to do so...but not all things don't go as planned as her world she knew crumbled to pieces and she lost everything,her family and pack. With that, she now seeks vengeance but first she had to start some way and that's what she did. Nehora,the soon be goddess will become the greatest. To know more, come and read. If you see an error/grammar please inform me as English is my 4th language. The image is not mine just found it in google and edited it. An update will happen 2 times a week *100 Power stone- one bonus chapter* follow my Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070358316993

War. its the one thing that will never fade. Thalion has seen enough war for multiple lifetimes, but as the Champion of his Goddess, Valrava, he is the living incarnation of his Goddesses will. And now, he must once more fulfill his duty as the Champion of War.

Set in a dark, steampunk world where gods watch from above, a war rages between three races, and madness spreads like a plague—where is the light in this chaos? Light, once an ordinary young man, never expected to be reincarnated as the very first Ratkin in this grim world. His new race, considered mutants and servants of the dark gods, faces hostility from all sides. But fate grants him a lifeline: a system that allows him to build structures to train the Ratkin into various professions. From Ratkin Warplagues to Ratkin Gutter Runners and Ratkin Warlocks, Light must harness these forces to lead his people. Can he guide the Ratkin from the shadows and carve out a place in this unforgiving land? ... patreon.com/FuelbyRamen26

The fire of the war is an unending cycle of death. Only a few survive being burnt in this fierce flame. Some call them honorable, or even heroes who saved many. However, There were exceptional characters who were called neither of the above. They were called...Monster. Craving war and losing themselves in it, they spent their lives in madness. Halber, now known as Nicokel, was such a person. To live for himself and fulfill the wishes of his dead comrades, he begins his journey in the new world. ..... Tags: Cunning Mc, cautious Mc, hardworking Mc, cold protagonist, antihero Mc, charismatic protagonist, dark, depiction of cruelty, ruthless Mc. ***** The front page image does not belong to me, if the owner wants to take it down, plz inform me in the comments.

In a world ravaged by demonic calamities, Aiden, a man who lost everything, his sister vanished in a mysterious abduction, his parents scarred by the hellish energy that brought demons to Earth. Amidst the chaos, Aiden is cast out by his foster family, cheated of all he held dear. But fate grants him an opportunity: to save his ailing mother, locate his missing sister, and ascend to unparalleled strength as something more than a Contractor, humanity's last hope against the infernal onslaught. A tale of resilience, retribution, and redemption unfolds in the ashes of a shattered world.

A girl with a big destiny to fulfill. It's her against the universe

A sophisticated game house for players creates a new deadly game . Laniel joins the game despite being a failure. He dies but reincarnates back into his body with an Ultimate Gamer System . But is his system strong enough to pause his humiliation?

In an alternate universe that is filled with paranormal beings like sorcerers, werewolves, vampires, phantoms, hybrids, demons, and others. Hunter is a teenage sprite with the ability to see ghosts, he uses his abilities to go around and exorcise ghosts for a price. One day, Hunter is presented with the opportunity to join a school to learn more about his powers and abilities, he accepts with hopes of meeting others like himself only for things to go sideways in his first week, drawing the unwanted attention of various powers of the supernatural world, most of whom call for his immediate execution.

In a world trapped in eternal frost, Kael, a cursed exile hunted for his forbidden power, discovers a medallion tied to an ancient secret. Teaming up with Lira, a fierce warrior, they unravel a truth that could thaw—or destroy—their world.

Pain.... Flashing images.... Memories mixing..... Cold....so cold Resentment.....so much resentment filling his bones..... 'If only I can do it again'

Emilia "mia" Salvador, a 19 year old who lost her family in a tragic fire accident on her 9th birthday. Mia's family was killed in a fire accident on her 9th birthday leaving her alone and orphaned, forced to live with her uncle who saw her as a tool in getting what he wants. She learned to rely in herself and develop tough exterior to cope with the hardship. Mia's now 19 and working multiple jobs to make ends meet, she's determined to create a better life for herself, but it's a struggle, along the way she made encounter with a wealthy and powerful CEO of large corporations, Jonathan Blacksmith, unbeknownst to mia, Jonathan Blacksmith (25 yrs old) is the overlord, the head of the underworld business covered as a rich CEO. Her life is now tied to Jonathan's and she's forced to do his bidding to ensure her own survival. INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT: simp_ly.mimi surprise me✨

In a thrilling sci-fi adventure, Troy, an ordinary teenager, is thrown into an extraordinary battle when Barry, a mysterious guy from the future, arrives. Barry reveals that Troy is the chosen one, the only person capable of stopping the alien race known as the Kallunkas from conquering the universe. Equipped with powerful watches forged from Itemis, a mysterious element that grants superhuman abilities, Troy must master his newfound powers and confront unimaginable dangers. With the fate of humanity resting on their shoulders, Troy and Barry form an unlikely alliance and journey across time and space to outwit the Kallunkas. As they face fierce enemies and daunting challenges, their partnership becomes the universe's last hope for a future free from the tyranny of the Kallunkas.....