With No Cheats, No Perks, No Gifts...How would you survive in this chaotic world?
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(After reading countless fanfics I finally thought to myself, "Why... more>> don't I give it a try?") <<less

Aperio had been a slave for as long as she could remember. She toiled away in the palace of her masters, her body forced to obey, her mind no longer caring that she did. Her only joy was the small inconveniences an error in her work could bring, the resulting punishment a small price to pay. When the news came she was to be sacrificed in a grand ritual, she welcomed it—for most, death was a cause for grief and mourning, but for Aperio, it was her only way out.... more>>

However, during the final stages, something went wrong. Fate intervened, and Aperio found herself in a world she no longer knew, with powers beyond her wildest dreams. No longer a slave to the Empire, she set out to find her place in the world, and enjoy true freedom for the first time in her life.

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Please do keep in mind that this story is a training exercise for me, if you have any critique that extends past ‘it’s garbage’ I would love to hear it.

Cover art by creadfectus : https://linktr.ee/creadfectus

Synopsis help from Etzoli.

You can also listen to this story as read by Tome Raider here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYoZTednnnoh-IZlDgraqjAO12GcflvEN <<less

A million years ago, the Western Continent was forever changed by the establishment of Yi City, the largest nation in recorded history. Split into many districts, it was the greatest accomplishment of its creator, but its glory did not last long.... more>>

Now, it is separated, and even those connected to the ruling families may be reduced to servants. Yi Wei is one such servant, but even when she isn't being ordered around by the likes of her aunt, she struggles to make any progress in her cultivation. Her own talent seems subpar, and the strange, inert characters floating around within her dantian don't help in the slightest.

However, her life will be changed by a simple accident that will set her onto the path of growth and discovery. The Planar Continents hold many mysteries, and the path she has chosen gives her no choice but to investigate them, for that is the Path of the Ascendant.

(Sexual content will not appear prior to Volume 2. Futanari will not appear prior to Volume 3. The main content of the story is already complete and chapters will be released daily, with exception of bonus chapters, which will come out alongside main chapters. Bonus chapters are being written right now, and once they're done, I will move on to a new novel which will feature more sexual content and futanari, in case that's what you're interested in.)
(Also, if you come across this on a website other than Patreon or Scribblehub, it's stolen. I don't know why anyone would even bother (though at least two websites did), but please read it here, on https://www.scribblehub.com/series/375756/path-of-the-ascendant/) <<less

In the Nine Provinces of the Cultivation Realm, the Dao Court unified the world, noble families oppressed the people, and sects monopolized power, creating formidable barriers in the path of cultivation.... more>>

For common cultivators, there were no doors to the Dao. They suffered from a lack of spiritual stones and struggled to survive.

Mo Hua, a ten-year-old boy, was born frail and sickly. Coming from a loose cultivator family, he lived in poverty.

Even if he worked hard and cultivated diligently for his entire life, he might only ever amount to a lowly Qi Refining cultivator, as insignificant as an ant.

Until one day, a Dao Monument appeared in his sea of consciousness.

This monument allowed him to comprehend the Dao of formations and infinitely strengthen his divine sense.

With the Dao Monument, Mo Hua would shatter the barriers of cultivation, forge an unrivaled divine sense, fully grasp the Dao of immortal formations, and ultimately ascend the path to eternal life... <<less

Before reincarnating, the deceased soul had acquired a guidebook to living in the world of immortal cultivation, on accident. Now living as the hedonistic nephew of a sect elder, Yan Xiaolong tries his very best to survive in a world where men fly on swords and girls are made of peerless jade.... more>>

“Why are these young masters so arrogant?”

“Why are these beauties practicing ice cultivation?”

“Why are the restaurants so dangerous?”

In this new world, Yan Xiaolong must try his best to make more friends than enemies to live safely, befriending both martial heroes and sect villains along the way. In this new world, Yan Xiaolong must try to avoid flags from other characters or else he will attract the wrong attention for being too close with a girl.

In this new world, Yan Xiaolong must fight his way across hordes of young masters, their fathers, their grandfathers, their great-grandfather, their great-great-grandfather, their ancestors, and their godly progenitors to finally achieve the legendary goal of a relaxed power fantasy life with hot babes and cute pets on a farm.

A story of trying to be sensible in an insensible world.

[Found the picture on Gelbooru. Thought it was cool. Credit goes to https://twitter.com/Classic_J_]

Last Updated: August 21, 2020 <<less

"I'm starting to think you're the scariest monster in here." - And that's just what her friends say about her.... more>>

When Emily Coldstone discovers the lightning gem in the smouldering ruins of a crashed airship, her own fate, along with that of those she loves and those she hates, is sealed. Experimenting with the gem’s powers, Emily is awakened as a Mage and finds herself inducted into a secret world of magic by a mysterious entity, who sets her a task that will take her from the slums of her birth to war in the far reaches of space.

For Emily is far more powerful than anyone could have imagined. Not only is Emily a Mage, she is a Mechanic; her talents combining to create a Technomancer, a being capable of building herself an indestructible body, an army of spell-flinging robots, and her very own time machine.

The universe will know her wrath!
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What to expect:

-A steampunk era starter planet with a secret magic society

-A main character who will be broken down and rebuilt into a magical cyborg killing machine

-A dash of physics

-A squeeze of magic

-A sprinkling of girl's love

-And eventual space pirates!

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Cover art by @Jeroosama on Instagram. I do own the commercial rights.
Posted here and on RoyalRoad.
Uploading two chapters a week! <<less

The world of Teyvat housed many secrets within its numerous corners yet none are capable of uncovering these mysteries and returning to tell the tale.
Emmy was a normal kid who lived her days in Mondstadt until one day she had contact with an ancient artifact that completely changed her life. Granting her powers of old and awakened something within her that she never thought she had.
Watch as she goes on a journey to document, adventure, and investigate her world's mysteries while making friends and foes along the way.
"I shall scale the mountains and cliffs, Fly in the sky and battle against thunderstorms and even time shall not make me yield, I am... more>> the one who will seek the truth of this world" - Emmy Edgar

Not my photo by the way. <<less

Fang Xue was a 23-year-old human businesswoman from Earth, but after the destruction of Earth due to a fight between divine beings, her life changes drastically.... more>>

Rejected by the God of Reincarnation and forced to reincarnate in the body of a young half-demon and half-human girl abandoned in the most dangerous place in the mortal world.

She persists and swears revenge, and her prayers are heard by fate, which brings Fang Xue and Ancient Goddess of Chaos together as they pave their way to the top with corpses of Gods, Demons, Buddhas and Humans.

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English is not my primary language

~The cover is not my own~

My first time writing a story. Please rate and comment on what could be improved.

~YURI ROMANCE? Yes!~ <<less

A normal 20 year old living alone in his boring normal world with nothing to do, somehow gets thrown into the world of One Piece as a Riolu. (This inspiration came from the same idea from another writer. So thank you James F on Royal Road for this idea!) This is mostly for me to wind down from my main novel. Or to write something when I have writers block on my main novel. This will be much less worked on and polished, but since I am making it. I decided to let others read it if they want. I don't really have a plan for my characters and love interests. So I may change... more>> the Genre's in the future to match.

Also I do not own One Piece, or the picture. Full licensing goes to the person or people responsible. https://www.pixelempire.com/products/the-aura-within-shirt?variant=32387766157393 <<less

My name is Feng Cai, the ninth prince of the Immortal Sacred Heaven Empire and the only son between the Heavenly Emperor and Empress, or at least that is what everyone else believes in.... more>>

In reality, my real name is Jack Bakers, an average human from earth who enjoyed reading cultivation novels reborn as a rich prince should have been a good thing if I wasn't aware of how those Xianxia stories usually go for the young masters.

This means that there is a high chance I am going to get killed by a murderhobo protagonist, so yeah, not the best outcome, which is why I am going to become strong enough so that will never happen to me.

Ah, who are we kidding? I am screwed, ain't I? <<less

Xu Yue had countless possibilities for the future, but unknown to anyone, her destiny had already been decided.... more>>

Will Xu Yue manage to escape destiny or will she follow her fate?

Even if she manages to escape, how can she be sure that she has truly escaped the confines of fate?

Follow Xu Yue in her journey to become unfettered.

If want to ask any questions, or merely just talk check out the discord server.
https://discord.gg/jK3swFGNZh <<less

ON HIATUS... more>>

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Born below a raging storm, Rai entered the world with a whisper, silencing the elements. Join him as he grows and explores the world of Zenith, uncovering its truths and fallacies. Will he find his father, the previous Aspect of the Life clan?

Blessed with abundant mana, how will he adjust to sealing it so his body doesn't destroy itself in a world where magic means everything? His journey includes attending Aether Academy, dealing with celestial hijinks, and a dangerous path laid out by his father.

What will become of the world in the process?

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UPDATES EVERY SUNDAY AT 12:15PM GMT

Chapters will be from 1400 to 2400 words ish, could change depending on the chapter.

This story is long enough that it will probably surpass 1000 chapters, so strap in and enjoy the ride!

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Things to expect:
- Slow romance
- Expansive world building
- Character power progression (not limited to MC)

Things not to expect:
- Rape scenes
- Harem

Cover art made and owned by me <<less

10 chapters in my Patreon. ... more>>

What Is Better? To be born Evil, or to overcome your good nature through great effort?

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FINALLY!

After thousands of years, The Immortal Vandal Savage, has a son with the potential to be his successor.

Born from a union with a homo magi, Angel Savage is part metahuman, part homo magi, with a little bit of human DNA sprinkled in.

However, the child of a snake is a snake. And in less than 10 years, Vandal Savage comes to regret his decisions.

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Powers: Pyrokinesis/Cryokinesis.

The DC world has no idea what's on the way.

Patreon.com/saintbarbido.

This will be a Harem. <<less

Imagine a Xianxia MC. Imagined? Good.... more>>

You might think he fights other young masters, face slaps them, gets the jade beauties that aren't actually green, and becomes an immortal. If you have imagined that, congratulations, but that's not who I am.

I'm apparently Demonic Sect Elder, Type A. Crippled, and in severe need of disciples. Help.
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(This will be cross-posted to RoyalRoad) <<less

A second chance. An opportunity to delve down the Path to Transcendence where Tiers and Skills reign supreme.... more>>

When Julian was twelve years old a drunk driver killed his parents and younger sister. Afterward, his grandfather took him in and raised him as a son. His grandfather showed Julian how to put his shattered life back together and help him find a reason to live again. Unfortunately, several years later, his grandfather passed away as well. Losing his last remaining family and his best friend, Julian felt lost. However, when he was spreading his grandfather’s ashes, a supernatural event occurred and Julian died.

Julian finds himself reborn in a world of wonder and magic. His new body was that of a young Julius Von Hyperius, a member of the prestigious Hyperius House. With a second chance at life, Julius is determined to unravel the secrets of this new world and how he got here.

Julius will challenge himself every step of the way, advancing on the Path of Transcendence.

What to expect:
- Weak to strong
- Skill-centric story
- Cultivation aspects
- Training maniac
- Fun and enjoyable story

The more current story is posted to RoyalRoad.

If you enjoyed it and wish to read up to 25 chapters ahead, please check out my Patreon. (https://www.patreon.com/Ryn31) <<less

Infected by a mysterious evil and abandoned by his village, Lem is at death's doorstep when the Goddess takes pity on him and bestows a life simulator! He may die once, twice, three times, but if he simulates a thousand lifetimes, can’t he find a way to live?... more>>

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First entry in the 'Goddess' Shared Universe.
Second entry: Ultimate Farmer's Paradise (not a sequel, stories will have overlapping characters at the end)

Advance Chapters at: patreon.com/StarvingWriter
Discord Server: https://discord.gg/MXKEBqr6 <<less

The world you live in is dying.
Every breath you take is accounted for.
The end is inevitable.
Humanity reached the last stage of evolution... more>> and struggles with time in technology advancement while they dived head-long towards their fated end.
The birth of certain "someone" lit-up the hopes of mankind.
At the age of four Lin became the symbol of "Hope" and prayers for salvation to descend upon humanity through his hands were finally answered.
Yet it takes his life in exchange.
While he expected it to be the eventful end dear Lin didn't know he was completely wrong.
Follow Lin as he explores a different world filled with everything that shouldn't exist. <<less

Ever wondered why you're alive!

Lin Ming was a young boy whom rose through the ranks of martial arts in his world and became the Human Sovereign, Martial World was... more>> his story. But what if, even before the story began, Lin Ming was replaced by a reader of Martial World? What if this new Lin Ming was given the power of the Gamer? Martial World Gamer is the story of Ancestor Lin Ming, the one above the 33 Heavens and the Emperor of the 33 Heavens.
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Its been a while since I last wrote anything and I saw that there weren't many Martial World fanfics, so I thought I would give it a go to try to create my own. Release schedule: 2chps/wk, not sure about the days as of yet. <<less

Explore the Barbarian Tundra, the Hito Mountain Villages and unknown lands of wonder and horror across Gaia and the worlds around her. See through the eyes of a few, experience the harsh realities of sword and sorcery and how Sachihiro, a young man who takes a path never before tread by another curves a place from the chaos of the world. Or dies trying.
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Part I: The Followers of the Way
Part II: The Fall of the Tribes
Interlude
Part III: The Lost
Part IV: The Lost: Death and Birth of Legends
Part V: The Fall of Worlds <<less

Gongsun Xianyuan, eleven years old, was a genius... or he should have been. Unfortunately when the Cultivator of the Wudang sect came to the village he found out that he had a rare condition that prevented him to cultivate in the arts of the sect. He didn't give up right away but in the end he had to resign himself to the truth. At first he despaired but he soon choose to let his dreams go and begin a new life.... more>>

This is the tale of an untalented cultivator who had given up in his dreams of glory to live a normal life. How will his future unfold?

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My native language is neither English nor Chinese, I am writing a Xianxia novel because I like the genre. I have tried to maintain the chinese names and the form of address but I used the measurements of the international system(meters, grams, etc..) and the hour time(no incense stick, or others). It may spoil it for some but I think it would be easier both for me and the readers.

Before you read keep in mind that this is a novel with a slow progress. I don't want to give any spoiler but at least a few chapters will be dedicated to his life in the village. <<less

Young Shina was sold into slavery by her own family.... more>>

She was mulling about it till she met a certain angel that made her heart went *Doki *Doki. This is her crazy story on how she escapes to a brighter future!

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This is my entry to SSSC V -Prompt Number 2
Cover art is taken from (https://deviantart.com/meiquing/art/Render-27-Anime-Girl-578485910) by MeiQuing <<less

Everybody wants to be free from daily life, but when faced with the opportunity to achieve complete freedom, most crumble under the fear of their own limitlessness and yearn to go back to a restricted, comfortable life.... more>>

Some people, on the other hand, rise to the occasion and do everything in their power to reach freedom. Among these types of individuals, there is Akir, a cynical young man with an unusual history, and after he is transported into a mysterious construct called the Ruins, he starts a ruthless journey towards finally getting a taste of true freedom and happiness.

However, things don't go according to plan, as the trials he is put through start making him question his morality and the opinions he lives by, making him start to lose himself, and his life goals threaten to fade into nothingness. <<less

A Saga detailing the Plight and Journey of the Cursed Children. Ages have passed since the Demons of the Lower Realms were exiled from the... more>> Midworld. Within those hundreds of thousands of years, calamity upon calamity met the peoples of the world. Now they grow desolate. The powers that existed in those bygone ages now wane. The world seems to be moving to a lull. And distrust and madness consumes those in positions of power. During the twilight of the current age, a boy was born to a cursed couple. They offended a sage who had come to visit, and paid for their insolence. Their child was to be exiled. Yet the sage felt remorse, and offered to train and guide their yet unborn son. And so it happened that Tūmbṃār, the boy of the Hematite Mountains, became a disciple to one of the greatest sages. The twelve-year old would venture forth from his home, embarking on a journey that would change not only the fate of his world, but the ones of his dearest companions. Not least the mysterious maiden he found under a tree. Their lives would be intertwined, involving the Gods above and the Demons below. Together they would usher in the great saga of that age! <<less

Humans were cast out of Eden for committing the original sin. Now Seven will answer, should Humanity live forever? But first, join Team Six in their rescue mission turned daring prison break from death.... more>>

Author's Corner:

Welcome to the Legend of the Seven series #LOTSseries, my Guardians.

This is my first novel turned webnovel. I'm returning to this fictional world after a 6-year hiatus with a lot of personal growth and insight. Insights gained from being a lifetime reader.

I was the kid who read Harry Potter and Percy Jackson. I was the new adult who read I Shall Seal the Heavens and Ark. I've lost count of how many fictional worlds I've visited and lived through for I grew up on western novels but discovered eastern novels in my college years. This is my attempt to marry those two literary styles.

It's my hope that this journey becomes more than just a book. If you're reading this simply expecting an ego power trip then turn back. There'll be action but with a lot of metaphysics and discussion on life with its accompanying issues. I strive to ground and make this webnovel relatable with verisimilitude.

This webnovel is about choice. Freewill and its consequences. I give my characters autonomy to do and be themselves which sometimes leads to me rewriting and replotting because of pleasant surprises from my characters. Even the character who dies within the chapter they are introduced can have a massive impact with several ripples. So, there'll be stories on love and loss, hope and despair, but most importantly, it'll be a story.

Release schedule: M, W, F - I aim for afternoon (1pm to 6pm) MST.

I'm working on a project, codenamed "Guides' Sanctum", to make LOTSseries even more alive with special voice-overs, extra stories, behind the scene stuff, and so much more. But it can only come online when certain benchmarks are reached. The listed goals will help us get there.

Goals:
50 readers will unlock 4 chapters a week - Extra release on Thursday
100 readers will unlock 5 chapters a week - Extra release on Tuesday
250 readers will unlock 6 chapters a week - Extra release on Saturday
500 readers and Project Guides' Sanctum comes online!

Links:
Lotsseries.blogspot.com

Social:
@tonyswag0 - twitter
@lotsseries - Facebook

I'm thrilled at what is happening and what is still to come. Never be afraid to drop a comment. My DM is open. I'll work to keep this work free to access but I ask you to enjoy it from official sources so that you can be part of the discussion. There's magic in reading together to form a shared experience.

Again, welcome aboard, my Guardians. <<less