Ridley James, your average almost-middle-aged office drone, barely scraping by with his paycheck, had one dream: to buy a VR headset and finally dive into Eclipse World, the latest gaming craze. After years of saving, he finally made it happen. But one dumb mistake he make in earlier pretty much ruined everything. “What’s the point of Charisma in a game where I’m just here to smash monsters and farm loot?” [Due to your zero Charisma stat, your interactions with NPCs have become... complicated.] [Due to your zero Charisma stat, you’ve attracted several level 20 wild monsters to hunt you down.] [Due to your zero Charisma stat, NPCs will offer lower prices when you sell and sky-high prices when you buy.] [Due to your zero Charisma stat, you now face additional requirements to join any party.] Just when Ridley thought the game couldn’t hate him more, it hit him with one more twist. [Due to your zero Charisma stat, you’ve been designated as a Special Hidden Boss.] [Good luck staying alive while other players try to hunt you down!] “You’ve got to be kidding me.”
A young man finds himself in a land thick with malice and violence, the graveyard of a fallen civilization being picked apart by scavengers. Resolve and determination he didn't know he had has granted him another day, another breath, but this place is relentless. Even as he begins to unravel the mysteries of an ancient world, great powers rally to crush the invader, the stranger. Only raw power can save him, but power always has a cost, and even as he finds his footing, he may lose his mind.
After dying and descending into an endless void, a man teeters on the edge of madness until a light pulls him into a brutal new world. There, he awakens to his true nature—Greed incarnate. In a place where power is tied to desire, his hidden abilities surface through a mysterious system, revealing that greed may not be all that bad. Every creature, even the gods are ruled by greed. To survive, Greed must claim what’s his, devouring all in his path. In this dark world, one must not be held back by morals for only the greedy will live.
"In this game, XP won’t save you. Only forgiveness can." Marcus Vale—a disgraced soldier turned convict—is offered a strange deal: serve time inside Sanctuary, a grim fantasy MMO where power isn’t earned by killing, but by atoning. Assigned the lowest-tier class—Wraithbound—Marcus can’t gain levels through combat. His only path forward? Emotional growth, moral choices, and quests that require real vulnerability. Guided by Nell, a malfunctioning support AI with too much personality, Marcus stumbles through awkward confessions, absurd moral trials, and a world that seems far too alive. Along the way, he gathers unlikely allies, uncovers secrets buried in the code, and learns that Sanctuary might not just be a game. Because the monsters aren’t just in the dungeons. Some of them are wearing his face. A lighthearted but emotionally gripping LitRPG with realistic dialogue, slow pacing, and in-depth character growth—perfect for fans of Re:Zero, The Wandering Inn, and The First Law series.
Six ordinary people are suddenly transported to another dimension. No warning. No choice. In a strange new world ruled by a powerful, mysterious System, they must learn to survive — not with swords, but with wisdom, perseverance, and trust. Here, every decision matters. Here, death is final. And life… might bring awakening. Facing monsters, invisible rules, and hidden quests, the group begins to build something they never expected — a village that slowly becomes their home. But this world is no accident. Each of them carries a hidden potential. And the “Administrator,” a being veiled in code and grace, chose them for a reason. Will they uncover the truth before it’s too late? "Dimension Village" is a story of survival, spiritual awakening, and the strength of ordinary people in an extraordinary world.
Ever since a devastating nuclear war, Humanity has lived on spaceships far above Earth's radioactive surface. However, a cooperation between mankind and extraterrestrial species introduces them to a survival world of over a thousand Planet, an immersive virtual reality game 'Star Legacy,' made compulsory throughout the Universe, where merits achieved in-game decided ones status in the vast Universe. Confronted with the savage lands, Northern Bliss—an insignificant personality of the Human race—must fight to survive, embarking on an adventure to become the most renowned player in the Universe, with the aid of the mysterious system which grants him the power of the 'Supreme Extractor'. _ [WPC April Entry] Please support by adding to your library and sending power stones. Don't forget to leave a review on what you think about my work.
Zane Morgan had one job: don’t sleep with someone’s girlfriend. Now he’s bleeding out on his apartment floor, his roommate’s probably dead, and some cosmic system just hijacked his brain. Welcome to the Thronebound System, where death is only the beginning, and survival means leveling up or dying harder. With a sarcastic, possibly unhinged system guide named Pora whispering in his ear, Zane’s been thrown into a broken world ruled by monsters, gods, and divine mechanics. His odds? Laughable. His attitude? Still naked. Ascend, adapt… or die like an idiot. Original work by Mindokee. Also published on Royal Road by Mindokee.
First Cycle: Anchor of Light, Defier of Gods. Second Cycle: Ashblood, the Monstrous Warlord of Reach. Third Cycle: A Formless Spirit ? In all Kale’s lives, he fought two wars, against system built on oppression and to reclaim the only soul that ever gave his life meaning - Mira. Now, exiled to the third world, Kale exists as a formless spirit. To walk again, to feel, to fight, to love, he must harvest Sin Mana, a volatile essence birthed from pain, guilt, and mortal transgression. But how does a ghost with the fury of ten thousand lifetimes navigate a world brimming with its own nightmares? Read on, if you dare. But take heed: this tale may spiral into horrors deeper than you anticipate. But you are welcome.
DING! LegendaryHam just rewarded Your Novel with Magic Castle ×1000 — worth 5,000,000 Coins! ... Believe it or not, that was exactly how I died. I had a heart attack, triggered by getting too many Magic Castles slapped onto my novel at once! But death wasn’t the end. Because next thing I knew, I was reincarnated into another world. Not as a human, not even as a monster. But as a freaking castle, in the middle of nowhere. ____________________________________________ If you like Reincarnated as a Slime, you would love this! It's a story with system, level up, and kingdom building fun!
For millennia, humanity has been slowly marching toward evolution, achieving feats once dismissed as myth— the invention of technologies that blur the line between flesh and machine. But behind the façade of scientific progress lies a deeper truth, a force known since the dawn of time, given many names: Magic, Cosmic Energy, Divine Breath... We call it ZILLA. Zilla is not learned; it is inherited. It is the raw power that separates the mundane from the magnificent, residing in a select few known as the Special Mortals. Imperial Physicists, who dedicated their lives to dissecting this chaotic energy, discovered that all Zilla abilities—all Special powers—fall into Five Core Dynamics: The Five Dynamics of ZILLA MIND: The ability to use magic spells, manipulate perception, reality, and thought. MATTER: The power to reshape the physical world using runes, leading to extraordinary technological and industrial breakthroughs. FLESH: Zilla focused on biological enhancement, resilience, and regeneration. Exclusively found in the Dark Continent. LIVING: The mastery over natural forces, flora, and fauna. SOUL: The rarest, most terrifying, and least understood dynamic—the power over essence, spirit, and life itself. The State claims to control these powers through contracts and hierarchies. But every special mortal knows: the contract is the compromise. The structure is the lie. Bobby is about to break that silence. Lana is about to lose her control. The world is about to remember what Zilla truly means.
Theron has just started his first day in college when suddenly, through an unfortunate sequence of events, he is thrust into the realms of gods, daemons, and ancient mysteries. Evil beings lurking in plain sight, history kept secret, and a rising threat prophesied to be everyone’s doom. Follow the wicked Theron and his crazy adventure to unravel it all. This is the legend of “Dark Corruption.”
The world didn't just end – it got rewritten. When the System Apocalypse arrived, reality itself became a deadly, unfolding "Story." For Alex, a quiet librarian more comfortable with deconstructing narratives than surviving them, there were no stat points for strength or magic. Instead, he awakened to a unique, terrifying meta-Role: Plot Editor. Now, he must learn to perceive the "Plot Threads," manipulate "Tropes," and make subtle "Edits" to the cosmic script that's turning humanity into unwitting cast members. With monsters, "Scripted Events," and the ever-present threat of a "Bad End," Alex must use his intellect not just to survive, but to understand who is writing their story, and if perhaps, just perhaps, he can help write a different one.
Evan Walker, a therapist, discovers that his own sanity twisted after hearing the countless stories of other criminals. One day, he while traveling through a bus, wakes up in a survival game and he must use his psychological knowledge to manipulate others to survive. ----- Our MC is a therapist who worked hard to help the most horrible types of people, and this burned him badly. To the point that he starts hating most of his routine during the day and even the choices that brought him to this point. So when a chance presents itself, the MC joins a mysterious game, seeking an escape from his insufferable everyday life. But what awaits him is ten times more exciting and a hundred times more dangerous. -----. That's all. Additional Tags: #PsychologicalThriller, #SurvivalGame, #MindGames, #SanityStruggle, #TherapistProtagonist, #TwistedReality, #Manipulation, #CriminalStories, #DarkMindset, #MentalStrain, #Strategy, #PsychologicalHorror
Mutsu Izumi, known as the formidable Champion of the Underground Arena, decides to retire from his legendary fighting career, leaving behind a trail of awe-inspiring victories. Surprising everyone, he steps away from the world of combat to immerse himself in the enchanting game called 'Heroes of The Crumbling World.' However, this takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself inexplicably transmigrated into the very game he sought solace in. Navigating through this unfamiliar digital landscape, Mutsu Izumi encounters a series of daunting challenges and gripping adventures, each testing his wit and courage in ways he never imagined. Will Mutsu Izumi discover the key to his newfound reality and emerge victorious against the daunting challenges of this virtual world? . . . Hello, I need to let you guys know. This is just somekind of practice for me. I want to practice on writing a fight scene while also improving my grammar. So, I hope you don't mind with the messy story. Of course! I will try my best to create a decent storyline! Please read this!
On the run as the strongest being of your planet only to be deceived by a method you created. Kalex finds himself in dire straights at the hands of someone he trusted. Reincarnation is usually something that you have no knowledge of when it happens, but Kalex has always done things differently. Compared to his home world, the one he finds himself in is completely different. Luckily, he has help to acclimate. Follow Kalex as he finds himself on a path fraught with danger to become someone who refuses to be held down and show what it means to be Broken. *Note- This is just a fun first project so there's probably going to be weirdness with the writing or odd mistakes. Ultimately, I want to make a power fantasy of sorts with a different spin on the 'system' that is in most litrpg novels. This is my answer to the question of "what if the system was new and what kind of trials would take place in the attempt to find out more about it?" There will be times in the book where you may need to come up with your own conclusions until an explanation is given later on. I'm planning on it having relatively short chapters so it's easy and quick to read. I'm posting this on Royalroad as well! Hope you enjoy!
The System demanded blood—not from my enemies, but from those who loved me most."** When the **"Soul-Weighing System"** descended upon the world, **Kael Veyne** awoke to a nightmare: his interface rewarded him only when he murdered those closest to his heart. **First, it was his mentor**—a dagger to the old man’s throat for the **[Shadowmancer Class]**. **Then, his childhood friend**—her skull crushed for a **[+50 STR Boost]**. **Now, the System whispers his final quest: *"Kill Your Father—Reward: Godslayer’s Blade."*** But with each death, Kael inherits **more than power**: - His victims’ **memories** haunt his dreams. - Their **faces** replace his HUD icons. - Their **voices** cheer him on… or beg him to stop. As Kael climbs the ranks of the world’s most feared "Blessed," he discovers the System’s true purpose: **it’s breeding vessels for an elder god’s resurrection**. The more sins he commits, the closer the apocalypse looms—and his final sacrifice might **unleash it**.
In a world where Hunters protect humanity from monstrous threats emerging from mysterious Gates, Kai Touma is nothing more than an ordinary salesman. Despite his dream of becoming a Hunter, fate never granted him the power to awaken. Resigned to his mundane life, he watches from the sidelines as others rise to glory. But everything changes when a Red Dungeon—humanity’s worst nightmare—suddenly manifests inside his apartment, pulling him into a death trap with no escape. Struggling to survive in the abyss of despair, Kai encounters the Ancient Dragon King, Voltan—a being so powerful that even the monsters inside the Red Dungeon are terrified of him. But Voltan, weary from eons of existence, seeks only release. In an act of fate, the Dragon King grants Kai his essence, passing on his immeasurable strength before fading from the world. Now, reborn with the power of a Dragon King, Kai must navigate his new life as a Hunter. But the world of Hunters is far more treacherous than he ever imagined. Dark secrets lurk in the shadows, forces conspire against him, and the truth behind the Gates may shatter everything he believes. With draconic power in his veins, Kai’s journey is only beginning.
Synopsis: In the vast virtual world of Eternia, where immersive MMORPGs have taken over society, a seemingly ordinary player named Alex embarks on a journey that will shape the very fabric of this virtual cosmos. Unbeknownst to him, Alex possesses an extraordinary power—the ability to summon powerful beings from other dimensions. As Alex explores the sprawling landscapes of Eternia, he uncovers a sinister plot that threatens not only the virtual realm but also the real world. The balance between Eternia and the physical realm is at stake, and it's up to Alex to prevent a catastrophic event that could have unimaginable consequences. However, Alex is far from being an invincible hero. He starts his adventure as a weak and inexperienced player, but as he encounters various challenges, battles fearsome creatures, and forms alliances with unique characters, he gradually unlocks new abilities and levels up his summoning powers. As the story progresses, Alex assembles a diverse group of summoned allies, each with their own strengths, weaknesses, and personalities. They form an unconventional harem of companions who become crucial to his journey, bringing their own intriguing storylines and enhancing the dynamics of the narrative. But as Alex gains power and influence, he also faces the moral dilemma of becoming an anti-hero. The lines between right and wrong begin to blur, and he must navigate the gray areas of his decisions, often questioning the consequences of his actions and the impact they have on those around him. Amidst epic battles, labyrinthine dungeons, and encounters with mythical creatures, Alex dives deeper into the intricate cosmology of Eternia. He uncovers ancient secrets, forges unexpected alliances, and unearths the true nature of his own existence within this virtual realm. "Chronicles of Eternia: The Summoner's Odyssey" is an exhilarating blend of fantasy, action, and LitRPG elements that explores themes of power, morality, and the blurred lines between heroism and villainy. Join Alex on his grand odyssey, where he will unlock the true potential of his summons, unravel the mysteries of Eternia, and ultimately determine the fate of both worlds.
In the bustling heart of Tokyo, where the rhythm of the city beats like a relentless drum, there exists a small music studio that harbors the dreams of four aspiring musicians. Among them is Itsuki Nakamura, a young pianist whose passion for music transcends the ordinary. But one night, Itsuki plays a haunting melody that resonates with a mysterious power, unknowingly opening a portal to a fantastical world where music holds the key to magic and ancient secrets. Thrust into this mesmerizing realm, Itsuki and his bandmates, Akihiro, Haruto, and Yuna, find themselves in the midst of a brewing conflict. In this world, music wields magical powers, and an enigmatic tyrant seeks to control the world with a forbidden melody. Armed with their instruments and united by their love for music, the band must navigate this strange new world, where each note they play could be their last.