What happens when a man gets transported into a foreign world filled with magic?... more>>

Will his knowledge in hardware technology help him out after he discovers its correlation to the words of power?

How will he fit in with the other noble houses as the lowly 4th son?

How will his story play out in a world where stats and skills equal power and status?

Come and find out as we embark on his journey.

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/QZ5rpuC
Cover art done by : https://www.artstation.com/artwork/4b3PNq <<less

In a land ruled by vile monsters, where death is common and life is cruel, one outcast endeavors to have it all. While there are many misconceptions related to goblins, such as their horrid looks or lack of intelligence, their small stature isn't one. But, that doesn't stop Stryg from aspiring to his belief of greatness: power, prestige, and food with salt.
When fate drags Stryg from his forest home and into the ruthless city of Hollow Shade he must learn that some monsters live everywhere.... more>>

If you wish to support the story check out my patreon!
https://www.patreon.com/RealmofMonsters

Join us on discord to talk more about the the story, lore, and characters!
https://discord.gg/uYqw7R6SKz

Metus Contest:
Halloween Aspect Theme: Horror, world of monsters.

Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. <<less

Erf paid the price for his power, even if it was too much. He received a boon, even if it was too great. And now he needs to survive in an alien world while ensuring the safety of his estranged family. As the world will push him deeper and deeper into his shell.... more>>

But all shells eventually break. The question is — what will emerge from it?

This is the second book of my "Forgotten Dream of Tana" series that continues the story of Erf in a different world. While knowing the first is preferable for maximum enjoyment, it is designed to be read as stand-alone. This is an adult story for a mature audience — expect a similar style as the original story, but the plot continues and, with it, the new tags emerge. <<less

Jack Smith’s life ended rather abruptly. Spinning out on ice while driving a truck was not the most magnificent method to depart this earth. A mediocre man he had led an ordinary life until his death. Now with a second chance at life, he decided that this time he would be exceptional. This time he would finally live up to his name. After all, a jack of all trades is a master of none but ultimately better than one.... more>>

Armed with a system and determination to do his best he sets out like any other reincarnated soul in another world to find his place and achieve great things. There is just one small problem with getting started in this endeavour . . . he is yet to be born!

Welcome to a progression fantasy with a twist. What might you be able to achieve if your race to the top began before your body had even been born?

Join our hero as he masters the language, magics and skills of the Compass Kingdoms but his first great challenge will be learning to walk once more.

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Warning 1: Be prepared for the MC to spend an entire book's worth of words and time as an infant but hopefully you will enjoy it nevertheless.

Warning 2: Grandfather is legally abusive to MC for a couple of chapters but he is removed from that situation around chapter 30. To be edited out some time in the future. <<less

Iteration 001: initializing. Galaxy: reformed. System interface: established. Player Recruitment: In Progress.... more>>

Mason the survivalist was always preparing for the end of the world. He just didn’t expect a god-like AI to transform it into a damn video game.

Now he has to pick a ‘class’, survive a ‘tutorial’ (filled with monstrous creatures trying to murder him), and somehow find his brother Blake before the idiot gets himself killed.

OK. Blake’s no idiot. He’s a charming, incredibly lucky, ambitious world-beater. But he was destined for corporate boardrooms, not monster filled forests, and Mason knows he needs to reach him before it’s too late.

But as he claws his way through this new, dangerous world, gaining superhuman abilities and meeting a beautiful woman who desperately needs his help, he begins to realize: it might just be the best thing that’s ever happened to him.
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PATREON LINK:

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POST SCHEDULE - FIVE CHAPTERS A WEEK - MON/FRI, USUALLY IN THE MORNING <<less

Root finds himself in a cultivation world- Hey, at least he has a system!... more>>

[What to expect?]
Time skips, fast cultivation, slice of life (a little), lots of kids, some cliff hangers, and defying of cultivation rules and logic- This is cultivation in a post-apocalyptic world, with changes to the world and those who live in it.

Like, a lot of it.

Cringy cultivator bullshit and talk.
[Romance?]
Maybe, if i feel like it.

Schedule: Chapter every Thursday. 1 chapter per week.

If you want extra chapters/advanced chapters:
https://www.patreon.com/DaoOfGay

Russian Translation: https://ficbook.net/readfic/018ce504-7aa2-736e-80dd-9411f75bc08e/36467640#fanfic-author-actions

This is being cross posted on Webnovel and soon will be on RoyalRoad.
https://www.royalroad.com/profile/373702/fictions <<less

Hello, I am Ray Gremory, and I think... I killed Rias Gremory...
I am the second son of Duke Zeoticus and Duchess Venelana Gremory. I... more>> apparently was born when Rias should have been. I am the only other child my parents have, so that is why I said I killed Rias Gremory. Oh, and my older brother is the Devil King, Sirzechs Lucifer, that I am constantly compared to because I was also born a Super Devil, sigh. How do I know I took Rias's spot? Because when I was 4 years old, I was kicked in the head by one of our family camels and regained a few of my past life's memories. Damn, I forgot most of the story-line of my new world, so nothing is going right in my new life. "Please God help me..." *PAIN*... "Ouch, Damn you God!" <<less

After her tragic death, Euphemia Grimwood regained memories of her past life and achieved immortality. She emerged as the harbinger of misfortune and chaos, leaving havoc in her wake—or perhaps not.... more>>

Shall we toy with destiny then?

Updates:
Expect one chapter per day, although frequency may vary to once a week depending on my schedule and mood.

Notes:
This story contains R-18 themes and includes clichés typical of fantasy novels: demons, beastmen, foxgirls, etc. The MC undergoes subtle character development, there is village building, and the mystery surrounding the MC's powers. The first ten chapters lack depth and richness, or simply put, are underdeveloped and will receive a full revision in the near future. Feel free to drop this and leave. I have no plans on monetizing this book whatsoever; I just write for fun, to materialize my imaginations, and to stave off my boredom. <<less

Reincarnated in the world of My Hero Academia with the quirk "Lucifer".... more>>

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A heads up since despite the concept people are still asking a lot.

The main character has a quirk turning him into the devil/Lucifer so obviously he isn't going to be a good guy.

He is a selfish manipulative scumbag. I would term him as an anti-villain. The mirror to an anti-hero. Where an anti-hero does heroic work through non-heroic means an anti-villain would strive for villainous goals by using heroic means.

Though I personally don't consider this a harem fic the main character definitely isn't monogamous. If you don't want to read about a main character that happily sleeps with multiple women this isn't the fic for you.

For advance chapters check out my Patreon.

https://discord.gg/JKKPatT2ue <<less

"One day I woke up as Zeoticus Gremory with my A.I. Architect. Thus I decided to set a new goal, to stand at the top... more>> of the Universe."
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Enormous AU DxD, Cultivation Elements (like MGE and WMW), Cross-Over, Self-insert, World Building, Kingdom Building, Wars, Polygamy, Slow-Romane at Start, Multiple Universes, not every chapter is fight or war, no pokemon catching, no MC centric novel... Read them and think before you start reading something that you know you won't like and then review and comment how you don't like something that has been tagged already... Such comments and reviews will be instantly deleted
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A world that runs with the power of runes.... more>>

Cultivation to immortality is possible.

Legends are possible.

A world of martial arts, where survival of the fittest is supreme.

This story is originally posted on RoyalRoad!

https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/43270/runic-system <<less

They say life can change in an instant. The ebb and flow that keeps the balance of the world in check would often lead to the unexpected. For good or for bad, it is an essential aspect of life. It is this ordered chaos that led to a set of unfortunate circumstances for tech college student, Eugene Cutter. Walking in the park on his way home, his life was ended by the mishap of a mysterious old immortal. This would lead him to live a new life as the slave servant Gu, of the Myriad Puppet Pavilion. Using the gifts given to him, and the knowledge of his old home, he will strive to survive... more>> in the harsh realities of the cultivation world, all the while making new friends, loved ones, and uncovering the mysteries this new life has to offer.

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A/N:
There will be Romance, but not for a long time. MC starts off young.
The story is a little dark, but not grimdark.
There is no release schedule. It will be erratic. Please forgive me for this.

WARNINGS:
Don’t read this as self-insert or power fantasy.
It's a cultivation world, with erotica as a world building flavour. Sex scenes will be sporadic, if at all.
Expect arrogant young masters, dual cultivation, NTR, rape and other sensitive content that some readers may find unsettling.
Also, expect futanari and erotic nonstandard social norms.
Regarding NTR, see the bottom note.

TAGS:
Slow Development
Late Romance
Body Possession Insekai
R18
Futanari
Harem
NTR/Netorase†
Technology development
Survival
Slice of life
Semi Dark
Eastern Fantasy
Immortality
Martial Arts

If I miss a tag, DM me.
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†No netori planned but could be fun in future [it would have naturally developed]. Do I intend to cuck the MC? Technically/emotionally no, but practically, yes. The first instance of NTR is Netorase or NTS, not actual NTR. The closest western approximation is "swinging". [Note the S instead of R at the end. It has a completely different meaning.] I will avoid classical Netorare as I prefer "hypersexuality", “sluts”, “inclusion”, “orgies”, and “kink”, and not “emotional pain”, “exclusion”, “stealing” and “love loss”. <<less

Jason knew how he was going to die next. He's been Yagura for a month now and there's a Tailed-Beast living inside him, he knew how he was going to die next.
Nobody wants to die, not even those that have done it before. Navigating the world as Yagura Karatachi, Elite Jounin of Kirigakure and Jinchuriki of the Three Tailed Beast would be dangerous enough on its own but as a Kage-candidate for Fourth Mizukage, he's far too attractive for the likes of Obito and Madara to ignore.
The true Yagura is destined for a near decade under Obito's genjutsu and his village the piggybank of the Akatsuki's plans. He can't let that happen and... more>> not just because he's caught up in it now.
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Allo, just wanna say this fanfic is my second go at envisioning a character in the position of supreme power; Kage. As Kages don't regularly do missions and violence often comes to them instead, there will be fewer fight scenes until Yagura/Jason begin to face the big threat to the Shinobi world. As such I'll mostly be exploring what *right* decisions Kirigakure could have taken and the challenges to those decisions post 3rd shinobi war, as well as trying to pre-empt Obito's Akatsuki with the current Kages; Onoki, Ay, Rasa, and Hiruzen/Minato.
As an aspect of the fic, it will be very Yagura/Kiri-centric with other villages and characters having interlude chapters in between. I am taking this route because, well, it's interesting and I want to discover more of what Kirigakure and its Legendary Swordsmen could have been.
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An unfortunate guy found himself stranded inside a forest with a questionable system that turned his gender upside down. He will have to scavenge and survive in this hostile place, meeting many enemies and few friends. He will have to navigate a Cultivation Society that either hates(Kills) or wants to 'contract' Beasts.... more>>

Will he find his place in this world or will he become someone's pet? Will his system help him Evolve into Divine Beasts? Or will he change into a Human to explore this world?
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I'm new to this kind of thing, so any advice or criticism would be welcome. (Especially grammar, I can get most words right, but I can't hear where to put ',' or how to separate sentences nicely.)

I have searched the web for any image that could properly portray our protagonist while keeping it free. I have found a very nice picture that was close to what I was going for, but it IS AI-generated and I have no idea how copyright works. I do not own that image, I have simply searched for a free picture describing her features and found this... if you are the owner of this picture, please write me a message and I will take it down as soon as possible. (The Image is temporary and I will commission an artist later for a more accurate depiction~)

Disclaimers:
I'm not a native English speaker so expect to cringe a lot.
This story will mostly focus on fights, Evolutions, bloodlines, etc.
There will be romance and snu-snu, but don't expect it any time soon. (He is a beast after all. And I still don't know how to tackle Yuri stuff...)
Don't expect the protagonist to drag his modern knowledge into this world, it will stay somewhat classic Xianxia.
This is/will be a slow story! If you are looking for constant action, you are in the wrong place. There will be action, but not as much as action-only focused stories.
1st. Edit: This story's Main Romance is Yuri only, other characters will get their romance in the background, but won't be much touched upon.
2nd. Edit: Until chapter 10 it will be very chaotic when it comes to the gender bender, after the 10th chapter it's solid, I didn't know how to do this properly since I'm not quite that skilled to make it more appealing.
(Insert something that I forgot, since whenever you start something there is always something you have forgotten...) <<less

A bored demoness - Violet Indigo - makes a deal with {The Smiling Black Cat} to embrace a new chance of life as a regular little oni girl back in the mortal realm... Unfortunately for the realm this girl goes by a name feared by almost all - Violent.... more>>

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This story will follow a certain {Roaming World Boss} as she experiences life once again in a far different world than it was when she initially was born. Being a girl who doesn't focus on others and does what she wants to do - though getting a 'tad angry' when things don't go right - she ends up experiencing what can only be called an wild life.

Only made more wild by her race as an Oni being discriminated against for being the only race with neither qi nor mana - being anomalies of insane physical ability, however. They weren't 'strength cultivators' though and neither did they pretend to be which only caused more trouble for them as a minority - being heavily damaged in number after the {Second Great War} where they acted as vanguard to pull the gods down for their thrones (more in actual story).

This all not being helped by being a traditional matriarchy; built around women using their strength to 'coerce' their men and each other; in a place where patriarchy was standard.

But...

Violence speaks and nobody is better at being Violent than Violet.

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Let me get this straight, this story will be kinky with giant Oni perni being plentiful and what follows with that. Other than that there may be some more stuff so consider yourself warned.

I'm going to go ahead and say it but I love Violet and made this story primarily just because I want to write more with her in a way I simply couldn't in the other two novels. Can't just have her be around all the time because then everything would just end with a punch...

I'm open to idea's about possible plot points and such as I plan to... Well plan less I guess? Just have Violet experience things with no real greater goal than to 'experience'. I truly think that, although she's Violent, Violet is a very lovable character that is just a little cutie I can't help but appreciate.

She doesn't talk much but I have a feeling I needn't explain much on that as it won't take long to figure her out - she's not dumb but just prefers to keep things simple and avoiding what she sees as 'pointless'. This can also lead to her getting wrathful when people get in the way but doesn't discard those who really care for her and is regretful when she hurts someone she doesn't mean to. This section wasn't meant to be about me gushing but telling you guys you can recommend tags and plot points but yea!

I plan to make this a Saturday release I hope everyone enjoys!

(PS. I plan to speed run child life so yea)

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Early chapters may seem confusing but that's because it's adapted from my first novel and I don't exactly want to re-tread ground they already know and burry them in information they already know.

Sorry but no real fix for that.

If you want to borrow/use my characters or world I don't mind as long as you hit me in pms so we can get the details down accurately!

Crossovers are a bit of a long term wish of mine tbh. <<less

Dark One is set in the kingdom of Vorthe, a land that has earned its peace and stability as a result of the efforts and sacrifices of past heroes. But alas, calamity draws near! A being of unearthly hunger for chaos and destruction, which leaves ghost cities in its wake — a creation of the Cataclysm from eons past — will soon be awakened. ... more>>

The Royal family goes to great lengths to cover this up as the utmost of secrets. However, our protagonist, Jerome, was reborn in Vorthe to inherit this Ancient Dark Power.

Jerome will embark on a journey to rescue his friends and family who will be displaced all around the kingdom of Vorthe, all while escaping condemnation brought down upon him by the will of powers he should never have raised his hand in resistance against. All these he does while keeping the Beast inside him at bay. But it bides its time, waiting...

For a moment of weakness.

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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Dark One is a Progression Fantasy Web novel. It’s set in a world where humans can obtain supernatural powers and grow in these powers to become stronger depending on their aptitude, and their fortunate encounters along their journey as sacred artists.

A sacred artist’s advancement is quantified through a system called Realms — like stages of growth. The dream of every sacred artist is immortality — if they don’t lose their motivation along the way.

Longevity is not uncommon, but immortality is a thing of legend! <<less

The title is self-explanatory.... more>>

To clarify, I'm not a Naruto expert. I'll try to minimize the plot holes, but if I can't, I apologize.

Precisely because I'm not an expert on naruto, this fanfic will be more about the protagonist's point of view. He won't get too involved in the politics of the ninja world, and there will only be a contrast between his values and those of the ninjas.

The focus of the story will be on the protagonist getting to know the world, adapting to the new world, romance, and how he will leave his own legacy in this world of death.

I dont know the future of this. I have other novels. I'm writing this as I got a inspiration after reading a very good fanfic of Naruto.

I dont own rights on Naruto.

+18, Romance, Martial Arts

Yujin and Tsunade's relationship will be built block by block, so it takes a while until content +18. Chapters with such content will be marked with (+18).

I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com, StoriesOnline.com, WebNovel.com and Fanfiction.net <<less

In a world where deception reigns supreme, there exists a stark contrast between the perceived image of ninjas and their true essence. While the false ninjas cloak themselves in shadows, relying on flashy techniques and swift strikes, they are ultimately fragile, their offense outweighing their defense.... more>>

The false ninjas, despite their mastery over formidable powers like the Susano'o, falter under the weight of betrayal and ambushes. Meanwhile, the true masters of the ninja realm transcend the limitations of flesh, wielding their strength to shatter even the mightiest foes. <<less

For this cyborg, power is just an upgrade away. ... more>>

Emmett was used to being caught between college and his engineering internship, but when he gets caught between a powerful hero and an even stronger villain, he becomes collateral damage. Instead of dying, he wakes up a cyborg. Turns out his boss wasn’t just an eccentric inventor, and the old man just gave him a shining opportunity to be a hero.

Except that’s just the beginning, and things are about to get a lot more complicated.

His boss has his own agenda. The boss’s daughter has her own power armor. His roommate works for an evil corporation.

And Emmett is small fry. Just a Class 1 hero.

Superheroes aren’t just masks—some work for corporations, or for the government and the military, and even as mercenaries in wars. Shadowy cabals pull the strings of hero and villain alike. The city of Belport might be peaceful for now, but most of the world is in turmoil. If Emmett is going to have any chance at making a difference, he needs to get stronger. A lot stronger.

How much of his humanity will he hold onto and how much will he trade away?

If you’re a fan of Cyborg, Winter Soldier, Iron Man, or Batman Beyond, then you don’t want to miss this series!

What to expect: Superhero Sci-fi Progression Fantasy

Starting Aug 3rd, you can find chapters 1 - 1.1.53 on Amazon: Mod Superhero: Initialize

Starting Aug 24th (tentatively), you can find chapters 1.2.1 - 1.2.57 on Amazon: Mod Superhero: Execute

Chapters are released MON, WED, and FRI at 9am Eastern (GMT -5), each being roughly 1.5—2.3k words.

Read up to 15 chapters ahead on Patreon, with goals up to 50 advanced chapters.

Stop by the Discord and get release notifications at RealityLocked Worlds. <<less

Hi there, after the Holy Chronicles of Baator, I am partially fulfilling my ambition to write Naruto World-inspired Cultivation Novel with MC with a powerful... more>> backround without any typical cultivation troupes...
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Isekai Life as Ōtsutsuki features:
Naruto
Against the Gods
Marvel / MCU
DC / DCEU
Legendary Mechanic
Lord Xue Ying
Dragon Ball
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Tags: Age Progression, Bloodlines, Body Tempering, Cultivation, Dao Comprehension, Genius Protagonist, Hard-Working Protagonist, Immortals, Male Protagonist, Multiple Realms, Romantic Subplot, Harem, Polygamy, Sword Wielder, Time Skip, Wars, World Travel, Strong to Stronger, Clan Building, Powerful Backround, No Face Slapping, No Xianxia Troupes, Beast Companions, Fast Cultivation, Reincarnated into Another World, Conquest, Ruthless Protagonist, Outer Space, Monsters, Politics, Sci-Fi, Futuristic Settings, Strength-based Social Hierarchy, Poor to Rich, Army Building, Evolution, Overpowered Protagonist, Souls, Transmigration, World Hopping, Chaotic Neutral Protagonist, Non-Arrogant Younger Master MC <<less

MTF Unit Chronicles is a series of stories that follow different members of Mobile Task Force units as they carry out their missions to contain and neutralize dangerous SCPs. These stories showcase the different perspectives and roles within the SCP Foundation, from the elite soldiers to the brilliant scientists who support them.... more>>

Each story in the series focuses on a specific MTF unit, providing a glimpse into the daily lives and missions of these highly trained and skilled operatives. Readers will get to know the unique personalities, strengths, and weaknesses of each member of the unit, as well as the challenges they face both in the field and within the Foundation itself.

Some stories in the series might follow a team of soldiers as they infiltrate a hostile facility to neutralize a rogue SCP, while others might explore the complex scientific research that goes into studying an anomalous object. There might also be stories that delve into the training and preparation that MTF operatives undergo before they are deployed on a mission.

What sets "MTF Unit Chronicles" apart is its emphasis on character development and world-building. Through these stories, readers will get a deeper understanding of the SCP Foundation and the people who work within it, from their personal lives to the ethical and moral questions they grapple with on a daily basis. <<less

In Atelier City, an artistic haven filled with technological marvels, lies a netherworld where monsters dwell. These monsters embody the dreams of humanity, their greatest hopes and worst fears. Allen Lee, an ordinary young artist, stumbles into this realm by accident. He soon encounters an odd woman said to be a potential inheritor of the title, "Grim Reaper".... more>>

Discovering that a group of chosen heroes of the netherworld have sided with the threat they were meant to defeat, Allen and the Grim Reaper’s inheritor decide to confront them as a team of part-time supernatural investigators hunting down mythic entities and prophetic art pieces that may be the key to solving their problems. However, can an unchosen one and one chosen for darkness go against heroes guided by fate itself? <<less

A man of average ability and misogynistic views, A thorough believer in the fact that men are superior, and winds up rebourn in a fantasy... more>> world as a baby girl where people with power reign supreme. <<less

After being kicked out of her home for being trans, Amber Fitzroy gets teleported to an alien world with only the clothes on get back,... more>> a lantern, and a gift from a stranger. With the help of an alien princess, Amber must find a way back home, if she even wants to return that is. (I don't know if all of the tags are correct or if I need more) (I will probably go back every now and then to fix Grammar and spelling mistakes) (I plan to update once a week on Sunday. 6:00 PM EST) <<less

Akron is a world of subterfuge and intrigue. One where might makes right is a rule etched into the very genes of its inhabitants. One where humanity was corrupted by a miasma that spread, suddenly, from the west. One where the world is evolving faster than thought, and the people as well. Follow the tales of men and women who pave their paths in fog and blood. An apex predator is always being decided. Only in this world the decisive factor is the number of heads they can pry from the shoulders of their enemies. ... more>>

Hasamier the black, Atrinima the dauntless, Yullian the little, and Oprentius the calm. All who have laid claim to their plot in history. All who have had no love. All whose legends are recorded in this compendium.

Read at your own risk, what you will find is not for the faint of heart. <<less