So you want to rule the world?
Well, we cant all be born the descendant of a long dead vampire king.
And, say you do... more>> happen to be descendant of a long dead vampire king, with inert, dormant blood(it wouldn't be too crazy, my great grandpa really got around), we can't all be seduced and turned by a vampire looking to restore his progeny to grace.
But you have a fleeting shot, and in this memoir, I'll tell you how I took the keys to the kingdom.
Lesson one: the poor men build, and the rich men take.
(Theme: Empire building) <<less

Liu Zhang had finally achieved his life's goal of Legend Rank, which only nineteen other notable legends have done in the past. The last legend rank was 205 years ago during the Age of Overgrowth. Once Zhang obtains the Legend Rank, an influx of spiritual energy merges in his soul ocean and explodes. His soul wonders into the next life and he reincarnates as a weak Biaro, a demonoid with wings. He begins his journey once again at the bottom of the cultivation chart.... more>>

(An Actual Story from this author? I know, right? Don't expect too much.)
Adventum Contest Entry
Themes:
> Town/Kingdom/Empire Building
> Reincarnated as an X
> Combination of Magic and Technology
(Yes, I'm going for all three as the event organizer put it, I'm "edgy and hardcore".) <<less

Calwick was just minding his own business when he was suddenly transported in the middle of the forest. At first he just thought that he was just kidnap but then he suddenly encounter a wolf with a small head but that's not all, the wolf has powers!?... more>>

" How will I live my life now!?"

A/n: This is BL but it will not heavily focus on that. This is a slow paced story. Thank you for all those that are reading the story don't forget to rate the story and leave your thoughts <<less

Who needs mana?
Who needs ki?
Not me :)
Pure strength is all I need... more>>

I am THE coolest, bestest, strongest, greatest, richest, talentedest, smartest thing alive on planet earth, nothing can beat me, not even god itself. But what now? I've fulfilled my desires, and helped humanity the best I can.

Hmmmm

Guess it's time to do crime. (In a generic fantasy world) <<less

Big hair, spandex, New Wave, punk rock, VCR tapes, leg warmers, neon, crop tops, bold colors, swatches, boomboxes, and is that a Rubik's cube? Welcome to the eighties!... more>>

Leonardo 'Black Tiger' Tigra is your regular local hitman doing average hitman things. Then, some kid accidentally shoots him in the leg. Fine. Shit happens. Until Leo learns that that one measly bullet has landed him smack-dab in the middle of a blood feud between the two biggest, greatest, meanest famiglias of Mariposa City. Now Leo is left scrambling to prove (and in some cases, disprove) his loyalty, his omerta, and his leadership skills. Wait, what was that last thing? Because apparently some people have gotten it into their heads that he'd be a good mafia Don.

Sigh. Everything was easier when he poured acid down people's mouths.

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Excerpt:

The wide-eyed boy continued, fidgeting from foot to foot, "And it wasn't my decision." The next thing he said came in a quiet, embarrassed whisper. "My parents sold me off when I was young."

You're seventeen, you're still young, Leo's mind remarked but saying that out loud might've been misconstrued as sympathy, or worse, pity. And it made him seem old.

Leo eyed the teen. "Is this where you tell me your tragic backstory?"

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Note: I take prompts. You can also present me your ocs and I will incorporate them in the story (with credit, of course).
Support me on: patreon.com/lucelucky
Cover: picture of the girl is from Unsplash and I edited it with Picsart. *hint freaking hint for everybody with ugly covers* <<less

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Lincoln was the everyday nobody until he dies, and then lives again. Now drawn into a world where immortals run rampant, he must build his... more>> own clan to resist the Hunters who aim to imprison him. <<less

When a voice starts speaking in Elrin's head, he soon learns that the world isn't as bland as it seems.

Synopsys :... more>>

There’s a boy who named Toranosuke Taiga and a girl named Honou Pheonix who always argue & quarrel because of their rivalry family. Taiga is a heir of Tora main branch family clan while Pheo is a heir of Honou main branch family clan. Their clans was a good neighboring and always getting along with each other very well until some incidents happen out of nowhere that causes the dispute both family until present. In addition to that, Taiga and Pheo strangely coincidence to always end up sit next to each other since primary school. One day, when Taiga went to his clan ancient storehouse to do some clean duty, he found some archive that records everything about his clan history including his clan dispute issue with Honou clan. What are the information that he got from the archive? Why must the dispute of their clan never ended for so long? There’s some secrets that was in the archive? After some days when Taiga got to see what’s in store of that old archive, he decided to go some adventuring to find something. What is the thing that Taiga wants to search? Read more later in the next updated chapters… <<less

A lost girl on a journey to reclaim her former glory, all set against the backdrop of a magical steampunk/fantasy world!... more>>

(on wattpad and pending approval on royalroad) <<less

A Parade of Hundred Demon, a night when the demons and spirits run free led by the Lord of Pandemonium. A story that told the start of a family, of hopes and dreams of many demons all due to a single man's desire.... more>>

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Rather than a story this is more of a collections of snippets with loosely determined timeframe.

English is not my native language, and I am by no means an expert on subjects such as mythology, history, etc. This work is a work of fiction taking many inspirations from many sources ( such as Nurarihyon no Mago, Omnyouji: The Card Game, etc). The cover in the photo is not mine.

Please don't repost or translate without permission. Also please don't burn me :) <<less

If you want to read a fantasy laidback story while unveiling the mystery of the world's background, this may be a good fit for you. ... more>>

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Ascael Witz spent a quarter-of-quarter of his life sneakily reading books in the city's bookstore and died tragically. He thought his life finally ended but found himself amidst the greenery sight with a naked butt.

After trapping himself in a delusion, he finally accepted that he was transmigrated! Thinking that he was a chosen protagonist of any story, his misfortune seemed to cling to him even in the afterlife. He could not find a job!

He kneeled to fate and unknowingly weaved a job perfectly suitable for him. He was enjoying doing the thing that brought him peace until villains from complex backgrounds and conflicts he was unaware of knocked on his humble abode.

"Is this part of my fate?" - Cael <<less

Utilizing technology with specific elements as a weapon to fight demons called malus seems like a bizarre dream in 16 years old Hikari Yama's mind. From a machine gun that shoots water to bombs that are created from the earth. Keeping world peace by eliminating malus is a job for those who were born as a chevalier clan. Feeling burdened by responsibilities that he never wishes for, Yama always hopes a miracle will happen to change his fate. ... more>>

Forget about being a secret hero who saves a random commoner, he just wants a silent peaceful life as a human being. As he waited for the day to come, news broke into his clan. There's a legendary weapon being created by ancient malus to make chevaliers lose their power. But the weapon is lost on the earth. Dedicated to taking off his duty, he strives toward his goal searching for the weapon in secret from his clan. <<less

Jon wakes up in the body of Cole, a simple mercenary that participated on the war, but then he realize the world he is in. ... more>>

TITAN. His favorite fantasy novel.

Jon knows the story of this novel like the back of his hand and he also know the looming disaster in the future.

However, "I am NOT a HERO!"

Jon doesn't have any intention on becoming the hero of the story instead he wanted to survive and to do that, he will take advantage of the story. He will keep the story intact to protect his future.

While preparing for the catastrophe that is about to come, Cole will travel the world to enjoy the different sceneries. <<less

[DING!]
[SYSTEM INITIATED!]
[Almighty God found that you are the worst atheist in your Era and decided to give you a chance to prove that God is not Almighty and you can be greater than God!]
[Accept the challenge?]... more>>

When a mechanical voice spoke to Bennard mentally, he was delighted!
''MuaHahaha, here comes the Supreme Lord! F*ck the Gods! F*ck the Devils! The world domination, here I come!!!''

Join Ben in his journey to Godhood as he tramples the worlds with his big, hairy feet, *Cough, cough, cough...

Suggestions are welcomed if you tell cutely. Trolls, f*ck you😤 <<less

A renowned historian was reincarnated in a strange world. With his past knowledge in tact how will he use this? What will his journey look... more>> like? In this world filled with mystery and death, how will he conquer it. <<less

Let me tell you a story.
It is a story about power higher than sky and darker than darkest night.
This power can be found... more>> on top of the highest mountain, in heart of magic itself or in breath of the newborn child.
It was everywhere and in everyone, but one vile Demon desired all of this power for himself.
Upon almost succeeding, other demons out of fear framed him and send him to the darkest part of the abyss.
But, after many long winters his resurrection was imminent and the only thing that demons could do is cover in fear at a sight of his shadow.
Will someone stop him or will the Demon reign supreme once more.
This story tells a journey of a young man that followed this vile Demon to the very end.
He was a part of his legacy and now he extends his hand back to you
'Join me and be part of something greater, be part of a legacy of the strong' <<less

A Mythology battle story where Gods, Demons, Beasts, and Heroes of every myth and legend select Warriors called Proxies to fight in their name in... more>> a war to decide who will become the ruler of the world after the old one stepped down! Fellow Miko as he's forced to join this war in order for him and everyone cares about to survive! Witness how far he's willing to go to be the last one standing! <<less

Tyrell was meant to be having a relaxing time. It was the last day of his studies abroad, this year. He was heading back home finally to rest, recuperate, and refresh himself with family, friends, and great food. Of course, that's how his Friday should have been. Unfortunately for him, that wasn't what the world had in mind for him today, it seemed. No one could expect that life would get turned upside down for him when the absolute worst possible situation struck! Now Tyrell finds himself having to make it work dealing with new struggles, old ties, and problems that encompass both issues. Can Ty get his life in order, or is this only... more>> the beginning of a grander tale for the young man? Only time will tell.

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Welcome! This'll be the first book I've ever written. Feedback is much appreciated as I look to improve my writing abilities and make this story as good as I believe it can be. I'll be cross-posting this on Royal Road & Scribblehub as we go so read wherever you please. <<less

Jim Stone , a name my mother gave to me while as she died, her final words were "Grow up rich and happy unlike me." I was a child so I never could hear those words but they stuck with me after I learned them, because of those seven words I grew up with a very simple mindset that could be dumbed down to two words "Get money." This is my story on how I became the greatest merchant in the world and how I caused the greatest war in merchant history with nothing but my greed.... more>>

(updating this like maybe once a week or something so enjoy / I am trying to put this story on Royal Road c: ) <<less

A man who had lost everything to his selfish goals... more>>

A transcendent power, the [cube] held within his shaken hand.

“Player Peter Parker, do you truly wish to revert the passage of trials?”

“Yes., want to go back 19 years"

[Command accepted]
[Back to 19 years, system accepted] <<less

story about a boy born into a world of magic, knight, savages and rituals
let's see how long he can last yeah?... more>>

ps: this is my first novel, so please be kind, yada yada all that stuff.
let's get this started >:D <<less

[Kind of an ad for the LitRPG/Visual Novel that I am making on the side. The stories are somewhat of a "standard route", meaning no player interaction. Also if I miss a plothole and it gets uncovered, I will try to fix it up for the game and this story as well. The "Arcs" are just different characters living through the same timeframe.
Story posted on: RoyalRoad and ScribbleHub. If published elsewhere, please contact me.
If there are tags that should be added, please tell me.]... more>>

The year is 281 of the Glory Age. Humans have had many years of peace, with slight fights. However one kingdom wants more power and thus decides to attack its neighbours. A bloody age arrives. Follow these protagonists along their journey through the "Bloody Age" and find their purpose on the continent.

First arc/story: Oswell, a barbarian looking for his way of life, trying to survive in the new Bloody Age. <<less

After China, Russia and North Korea joined forces, their nuclear weapon technology quickly saw rapid advancement and soon, the three giants were recognized as a major global threat to humanity. To counter these unforeseen developments, an organization that opposed this threat got established; it became known across the world as "the seven powers". They consisted of the following countries : the US, Canada, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, as well as Japan.... more>>

Instead of fighting fire with fire, "the seven powers" decided that they would develop their own special technology. One that would harness and awaken the hidden potential within humans themselves. This technology had the benefit that it would cut down the immense cost of producing the likes of nuclear weapons, as well as prove to be more reliable and sustainable.
They gave it the name "Hiketsu (秘訣, lit. 'Secret Skill')".

After a long drawn-out war that lasted 10 whole years, the "seven powers" were the ones who came out on top after a decisive victory in a battle of man versus machine. However, this large global battle left the world in huge disarray, wherein even those who had come out victorious needed to rebuild their countries back from the ground up. Despite this though, peace had finally emerged upon the world once again...

We find ourselves now in the present time, the year is 2055. 15 years have passed since the dawn had returned to the world at last. Every country, big and small, have had time to heal their wounds and slowly get themselves back on their feet. One such country is Japan, where new leadership has taken to the throne and the nation's economy seems to be back in full swing. But perhaps behind the scenes things all seem a bit less rosy than they might appear on the surface. An organization hidden beneath the shadows sure seems to think so. They like to call themselves the "Twilight Crusaders (黄昏のクルセイダーズ, lit. 'Tasogare no Crusaders')".

The hero of this story, named Narisaki Issei (成 一成), looks up to said organization. He now lives by himself on Tanegashima Island, in a village called "Nakatane". He lost his parents and little sister to the war, back when he was only seven years old. Now, 15 years later, he works as a guard for his village's security corps; recognized by all its citizens as their most promising fighter. While bearing his hatred for the country's government on his sleeve, he works hard day in day out with the ambition of one day being able to represent the "Twilight Crusaders", rise through their ranks and eventually overthrow the evil government that rules the land of Japan.

(This is a battle shonen story set in the real world many years into the future after a huge conflict between some of the biggest world superpowers brought about a reality where many humans across each of "the seven powers" of the world (and possibly beyond) now possess special abilities. Stay tuned to see where we will take this story and to those interested, I'm extremely glad to welcome all of you along this wonderful journey.) <<less

While using the unorthodox path of cultivation, the Demonic Cultivation Technique, to attain immortality, Xie Zhelan loses his powers and destroys himself.
Zhelan, by luck, is granted another chance to correct himself and is thrown into the mortal world with no powers to aid him. With nothing but a saber to help him achieve his goals, Xie Zhelan sets out to reach the peak of cultivation and attain immortality.
On his journey, he meets Liu Yang, who has met a similar fate, and the duo join hands to regain all that they have lost. However, Liu Yang is not an ordinary cultivator. There is a secret about him so grave that Zhelan might be pushed... more>> into a fathomless abyss.
Furthermore, the path to immortality does not seem as easy as he thought it to be, especially when there are enemies who want him dead. At every step, he faces danger, and the only way to protect himself is by trusting no one, not even himself.

I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad. <<less