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In a world filled with mana and dangerous creatures, Faust must navigate a harsh reality where survival is a constant battle. As he faces unimaginable loss, Faust's journey is one of resilience, discovery, and the struggle to find meaning in a chaotic world.

With A Tale of Blades & Blood, the world of Avalion takes shape in the form of an all too familiar world. Filled with morals either clear or grey, war is inevitable while peace never lasts. Fifteen centuries of watchful peace and subtle tension have finally boiled, and the conflict rises once more, now filled with more bloodshed than ever before. Beyond the mountains of the Nortenhein, the Weslands arm themselves to take back their lands and bring forth to the south and the east A Bloody Winter. To the east, over hills and through forests of old and past the waters of the Red River, The East Plains stand tall with the Spire as its center, ready to fulfill their Dream of Vengeance. Deep in the south where the cities stand and to the west where the walls never crumble, steel meets steel as brother fights brother in A Dance of Fire and Swords. Witness the adventures of Orevian Ballister, Norien Ravenhan, Forien Strix, and Loran Aelond as they face battles of wits, blades, honor, glory, and tragedy in a story that shall never be forgotten: A Tale of Blades & Blood.

In the 500-year history of Hana Kingdom, Genie has ascended to the throne as its first-ever queen. By her side stands Jade, the kingdom's greatest warrior—loyal, strong, and unwavering. Together, they embark on a journey to protect the nation and its people. But Jade carries a dangerous secret, one he can never reveal to Queen Genie. As their destinies intertwine, will the truth tear them apart, or will their bond prove unbreakable?

Apology and Update Notice Dear Readers, I sincerely apologize if I have disappointed anyone by temporarily removing some chapters of my novel. If you have read or are currently reading my story, I truly appreciate your support, and I deeply regret any inconvenience this may have caused. The reason for this decision is that I feel I could improve these chapters to make the story even better. I want to ensure that you receive the best possible reading experience. Over the next couple of days, I will carefully review and refine the content before republishing the chapters. Thank you for your patience and understanding. I truly value each and every one of you and hope you will continue this journey with me. ("A Dark BL Romance of Obsession") In a world where power and scars define fate, Aric was a name whispered in both fear and awe. The heir to a ruthless mafia empire, he spent his life trying to erase his father’s dark legacy. By day, he was a successful businessman; by night, he worked with military agencies, hunting the criminals who thrived in the shadows. He had everything—except love. Then came Zayn—a boy who had once been stolen from the world. The son of a powerful politician, kidnapped and tortured beyond recognition. His beauty had become his greatest curse—marked with scars, judged by society, and broken by fate. No one saw the boy beneath the wounds, except Aric. But Aric was not a savior. He was a beast in human form. Handsome enough to capture hearts at first sight, yet merciless, unshaken, and relentless. Regret was a word that had no meaning for him. His presence alone could bend anyone to his will—except Zayn. The fragile boy who had already lost too much, yet stood firm against the storm that was Aric. When Aric discovers that his own father was the monster behind Zayn’s suffering, love and vengeance collide. Will he fight against his past to protect the only person who mattered, or will the beast within consume them both? A dark tale of love, obsession, and redemption—where scars whisper secrets, power defines destinies, and passion destroys everything in its path.

Earth faces an apocalyptic scenario that turns reality into an MMORPG survival game. Grinding, PvPing, farming, crafting, and tending to the Guild—all while fending off a world anew. Vincent Reyes, along with the Gilroy siblings, becomes one of the players who survive the initial outbreak. It's a slow process, but with companions he can confidently command and trust, he vows to make them strong enough that strolling outside among mutated creatures becomes a walk in the park. But mutated creatures aren't the only dangers they will have to face. They must tread safely through the corruption in people's hearts, the rage of a world overturned, and a system imprisoning them in a simulation. ----------------------------------- This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, real-world events, or locales is purely coincidental and unintentional. The characters, places, and incidents portrayed are products of the author's imagination.

Reborn into a world of brass and sorcery, Damian adapts to a realm on the brink of calamity. A hyper-religious Victorian Empire, where steam-powered machinery hums with arcane energy, teeters on the edge of war. Heretical forces, eldritch horrors, and warfare threaten to consume everything. Yet Damian doesn’t belong. His past is fragmented, his memory fractured—except for one truth: he’s read about this world before. Yet the story keeps changing. The more he remembers, the more events shift unpredictably, characters defy their roles, and calamity rides on every action. Lost between the echoes of a life he cannot remember and a fate he cannot escape, Damian must uncover the truth of why he’s here—before the story swallows him whole. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Art credit: You Shimizu (Cover)

Kang Hong, an underrated author, wrote a webnovel "Desired End" about an endless dream, which quickly became popular. But that fame was short-lived—after a few chapters, readers lost interest, deeming it “boring.” Kang Hong didn't give up, continuing at his usual pace. Eventually, he ended the novel in a way he didn’t want to, and guilt consumed him. He blamed himself for ruining his own creation. He went to sleep... only to wake up in a world that seemed eerily familiar. Monsters, humans with horns, sea dragons, and more—everything felt straight out of his webnovel. As events unfold, Kang Hong realizes the horrifying truth: he's now living in his own story, Desired End. But it’s not just him. The entire world is part of this endless dream. How will Kang Hong survive? Armed with knowledge of the future, how will he use his insight to navigate this chaotic world? Will he encounter the Main Protagonist of his novel? What kind of endless dream is this...? Well, it’s a system-based dream. Keep reading to uncover the secrets behind this Endless Dream. — Coffee Shirone

Xu Zhi, a young man diagnosed with mid-stage stomach cancer, chooses to abandon his treatment and return to his rural hometown to await death. Unexpectedly, he inherits the mysterious Insect Hive, igniting an extraordinary journey in which a creator battles against his own terminal illness.

[WSA 2025] Long ago, before the gods ruled, there was Rune—a power that could rewrite reality itself. It was not magic but law, shaping existence with every inscription. Fearing its limitless potential, the Old and New Gods conspired to erase it. They wiped out every Rune Mage, burned every record, and buried its knowledge deep in history. Rune became a forgotten myth. But myths do not die. Aeron, a wandering warrior, stumbles upon Segirus, the last surviving Rune Mage. A man whose entire bloodline was wiped out by the gods. A man who holds the key to Rune’s lost power. Now, Aeron must learn a force that defies logic itself—one so powerful it was erased from existence. But as he inscribes his first Rune, he realizes the truth: The gods are watching.

Joseph, the most powerful human of all time, known as Stormbringer, was the last line of defense against the forces of another world. But what happens when even he, invincible and unbeatable, wakes up in an unknown world, trapped in the body of a child? After an unassuming battle against the aliens, Joseph finds himself disoriented in a dark forest, trapped in a fragile and vulnerable body. He soon realizes that he is no longer in his own world and that he no longer has his power. Thrown into a land filled with magic, mysteries, and rivalries between species, Joseph will have to learn to survive in a body that is no longer his while struggling to understand where he is and, most importantly, how to get back home.

“Dear audience, welcome to [Dreadful Radio Game], hope you enjoy our company. Okay, now, let’s turn around and check behind you. Is there a smiling face looking at you?” ------ A recommended Qidian novel, written by Innocent Dragonet. Will you survive such a system? Can you live through all these horrible encounters? Are you ready for a world of murders, zombies, suspense and darkness? What happens if a psychopath killer comes across ghosts? Come and join the adventure of Su Bai! As a human turned vampire, he’s gonna play the game with all kinds of other players— a Taoist, a will power controller, a fugitive, an elegant indifferent lady, and…you name it! Let’s enjoy the game!

As a child, Adam Graves was cursed with the ability to read people's minds and forced to live in isolation for several years. Now, he makes an effort to reintegrate into society in the town of Stone Valley however, things aren't that easy when you know people's true intentions. One day, Adam discovers an anomaly— A girl whose mind he cannot read! Just who is this girl? Why can't I read her mind? In his search for answers he discovers the Occult research club—A place filled with people who were cursed just like him. He joins them to explore the mysteries of Stone Valley and figure out a way to break his curse.... That said, his main objective still remains unchanged—This girl whose mind he cannot read; What goes on in there? What secrets is she hiding? and what other faces does she have apart from the one she shows the world. Join us for a story full of Strategies, Deception, Betrayals and so much more where the stakes are high and intelligence even higher. Hold on to your seats and enjoy the ride! Author's Note: —This is a work of Fiction. any relation to events or people living or dead is purely coincidental —This is my first work! feedback and tips for improvement are greatly appreciated. Thanks

When the spiritual barrier that has been intact for a hundred years is shattered by a meteor, spiritual energy that had disappeared starts to return. The mystical realm slowly begins its revival—magic, witchcraft, curses, supernatural lifeforms, strange and mysterious legends, monsters and gods from other worlds… The old world order collapses, yet the new order is mystifying and chaotic. Just before the unprecedented reformation is here, Tang Qi awakens and finds himself hung on the cross, having turned into an inferior demon and in great pain and agony… With his special ability to see through the nature of all things from the mystical realm and a sly and crafty mind, follow Tang Qi as he develops new skills and powers—as well as making new friends and allies—to battle and protect himself from never before seen supernatural threats in an unfamiliar world!

In the endless Arctic expanse, seasoned soldier Eric Dunn joins an expedition seeking answers beneath the frozen expanse. But when strange anomalies stir ancient whispers and fractured reflections haunt his mind, Eric's grip on reality begins to slip. As the aurora dances above, madness rises from the ice, and he is forced to confront an enemy that exists beyond the veil of sanity.

This is a rigorous multiverse cultivation novel! Watch the protagonist, Zhong Shenxiu, as he wanders through various realms, pursues longevity, explodes the system, and becomes the master of the multiverse. Here, there are modern martial arts, classical cultivation, jianghu of Cthulhu, horror worlds, steam punk… Infinite worlds, infinite possibilities, all in the 'Lord Shenxiu'!

Bai Fan was a Chinese medical university student who woke up as a Japanese high school student named Kitagawa Tera about half a month ago. It was just like a typical starting point in a novel. He re-experienced life as a high school student in his twenties. Youthful, energetic girls, and colorful love comedies…That should have been the original plot… However, heaven was obviously playing a joke on Bai Fan as he had not inherited any memories of the original Kitagawa Tera. Follow the level-headed and cold Kitagawa Teru as he navigated around his new world with the ‘System’ that constantly gave him supernatural quests to clear.

"A Virtual Dream Device? What the heck is this?" "Is it used for daydreaming? Nope, not interested." "What? It could simulate reality at a hundred percent? I could live out half a year in one night's time and bring in a replicate of a real person? Hmm, pretty sweet I must say." "I'll be the only one left in the world while the others are all gone in the first dream?" "Uhm, I'll like to bring in a female celeb at the pinnacle of her glamor, could I?"

In the celestial empire, during the ninth year of the Mandate of Heaven, Chaos reigns across the land, and the people suffer. The royal governance collapses, and western barbarians with their pantheon of gods invade. New warlords arise, claiming territories; the Taiping rebels wreak havoc, leading to widespread misery. Calamities like floods, droughts, earthquakes, sandstorms, tornadoes, acid rain, blood moons, and meteor falls occur in succession. Countless demons roam, strange beings thrive, spirits mingle with the inexplicable, and mysterious phenomena arise. In these dark and tumultuous times, Tao Qian opens his eyes to find himself about to be beheaded at the vegetable market...

[Linguistics Skill: Lv0 (7/10)] [Apothecary Skill: Lv1 (15/100)] [Knight Breathing Skill: Lv2 (36/200)] [Knight Breathing Skill Experience Point +1] ------ In the year 3077 of the Berta calendar, during the era of confusion before wizards had reached the throne, he brought them 'Straight A Student Panel.' He stepped into the sorcerer world, perfected sorcerer knowledge, like a bright moon dispelling the mists of the era. He was Ivan Marichardon, a pioneer of knowledge, he blazed trails for the way of the sorcerer.

A door unfolded before him. Evil thrived, and whispers spilled from within. The resentful compound eyes flickered and vanished, the presence longing to burst out was blocked inside, and the alluring murmurs echoed in the ear. The sticky, pink brain mumbled something. A figure cloaked in a yellow robe watched from a distance. A dark green presence, smelling of blood, roared. A string of wondrous soap bubbles released friendliness—and many, many guests. They sincerely invited Lu Li to join this mad party. Lu Li stepped in, his stride resolute and unwavering. He had no reason to refuse.