survival

In a world shrouded by fate's haze and woven with deception, who dares seize true victory? Through endless corridors of choices, missteps, and folly, whose hand truly shapes the game? "He" awoke, a stranger cast into an era of steam and shadows, where cannons roared and miracles teetered on the edges of madness. The stage is set. And when, "Their" fates collide, the game would hurtle toward its inevitable end: The Final Gambit. ******* LIVE WORDCOUNT: 187.389 words - 51 Chapters ******* Cross-posting to Royalroad, Wattpad and AO3

Hades is not just a billionaire mogul; he is the literal personification of Death. To the public, he is the elusive, stone-cold CEO of the Luther Corporation, a man whose empire stretches across the globe and whose face hasn't aged a single day in a century. To his thousands of fanatical subordinates, he is a dark deity—a mafia-esque king who rules from a secluded, glass-walled fortress. He is immortal, untouchable, and utterly bored with an existence. He has watched empires fall and stars burn out, leaving his heart as hollow as a fresh grave. That boredom shatters on a rain-slicked Monday morning. While Hades is being driven to his skyscraper, a reckless stranger dives into the path of his speeding car to save a shivering stray cat. Hades doesn’t stop—he never stops—but the image of the boy’s defiant, silver-grey eyes stays burned into his mind. Days later, seeking a moment of quiet, Hades enters an upscale city restaurant. There, standing before him with a tray in hand and a tired but kind smile, is the same boy: ken. A hardworking university freshman balancing three part-time jobs just to afford his education. The moment their eyes meet, the cold void in Hades’ chest finally sparks with a terrifying, singular Obsession. Ken is just a student trying to survive his finals; he didn’t expect to catch the eye of the world’s most dangerous man. Driven by a hunger he cannot name, the King of the Underworld decides to trade his boardroom for a lecture hall, enrolling in Ken’s university to stalk his prey in plain sight. From the dark corners of the library to the crowded campus halls, Hades is everywhere. He doesn't just want Ken’s heart—he wants everything. In a game of cat and mouse, how do you escape a man who literally has forever to find you?

Fighting in a war he never wanted, Dante is forced to confront a cruel truth... humanity will not stop until every vampire is wiped from existence. What began as scattered hunts soon turned into a merciless campaign of extermination, leaving cities in ruin and his kind on the verge of extinction. After losing the life he once knew, Dante is pushed into a world consumed by fear, bloodshed, and endless conflict. Survival alone is no longer enough. Every battle drags him deeper into the role the world has already chosen for him: a monster born only to kill. But Dante is different, As the last surviving member of a powerful lineage tied to the very origin of vampires, his existence carries a weight far greater than he realizes. Hunted by humans, feared by his enemies, and burdened with the fate of an entire race, he is forced onto a path of conquest in hopes of giving vampires a future once more. "As the last vampire, I'll become a god." ———— I also have a discord server. Join me there :). Exclusive character art gens do arrive there as well as future commissions. https://discord.gg/KSRRq597Hp

In a world at war with the evil Demon King… a hero shall rise, destined to stand against him… That hero will wear green… and… underwear?! Join the most hilariously pathetic hero in the entire universe on his epic adventure! From being the undisputed champion of gaming at the highest difficulty level to becoming a hero in nothing but his briefs, trying to defeat evil. Can Green Froggy overcome the darkness armed with nothing but a rusty knife and absurdly unshakable determination?! Read on to find out! P.S. This story will be completed restarted on Royal Road! This material will remain as a draft. If you want to continue reading the aventures of Green Froggy, you can check it out in the new platform! I Will be posting this Story on Royal Road!

In the magitech capital of Tan’thalon, strength is spectacle—and survival is never guaranteed. When young noble Talia Surifarah sneaks beyond the safety of her station, she witnesses a living legend: the Diviner, a blind arena champion whose mastery of earth and combat defies all reason. But the city’s wonders hide brutal truths. As deserts creep closer, swallowing towns without explanation, Talia learns that power alone cannot stop what is coming. Attacked in Tan’thalon’s rain-soaked alleys and pushed to the brink, she is saved by the Diviner herself—an elementalist whose discipline and instinct eclipse everything Talia has been taught. Bound by duty, shadowed by a controlling guardian, and driven by a world on the edge of ruin, Talia must choose who she will become. A sheltered paladin of noble blood… or something more. The sands are moving. Legends walk unseen. And the first step toward destiny is learning how to stand.

When the moon turned blood red, the world descended into chaos. Livestock died overnight, crops withered in an instant, and humans began mutating into mindless monsters. As civilization collapsed under famine, beast attacks, and social breakdown, an ordinary farmer named Chen Wei watched his entire twenty acre farm perish before his eyes. At the moment of his deepest despair, the Unlimited Upgrade Farm System awakened. With his frail little sister Mei Mei depending on him, Chen Wei seizes this heaven defying opportunity. High yield seeds that mature within hours, miraculous potions, intelligent guard robots, limitless upgrades, ancient cultivation techniques, and even interstellar technology transform his land into a constantly evolving stronghold. From a struggling survivor, Chen Wei rises into an unstoppable force. He builds an impregnable manor, cultivates extraordinary crops and divine beasts, masters forbidden arts, and establishes a powerful technological empire in the midst of the apocalypse. While the world burns, his farm continues to evolve without limits, and so does he. In a shattered world where the strong prey upon the weak, one man’s infinite farm may determine the fate of humanity. A thrilling tale of survival, farming, cultivation, and absolute domination in the apocalypse.

Gyeongseong, 1934. Seo Min-Jae works as a Korean interpreter under the Japanese administration, a position that keeps him alive and despised in equal measure. Kim So-Eun is a seamstress with quiet hands, dangerous loyalties, and a heart already pledged to Joseon’s resistance. She should have stayed far away from a man like him. He should have never stepped into her boutique. But in a city built on surveillance, coded messages, and betrayal, love becomes its own kind of treason. As So-Eun pulls Min-Jae into the orbit of the resistance, he discovers that the woman he cannot stop loving may also be using him for the war she has already chosen over her own life. And when history takes her from him, time itself refuses to let go. If There Is Still Time Left is a historical romance of occupation, sacrifice, and impossible devotion, about a man who would cross lifetimes to save the woman he was too late to love out loud.

"You will suffice." That's what something whispered in Raizen's mind before a Nyx dissolved into shining ashes at his feet — right after it slaughtered everyone he loved. He doesn't know what he's "sufficient" for, what spoke to him, or why it led him to an unconscious girl with no memory. He only knows his world is gone, and the only place that'll take him is the Underworks — the rusty undercity beneath Neoshima's walls, where survival is a job and coming back alive is never guaranteed. His only way out: the Lotus Academy, the place where he can learn about Nyxes, the ruined world's dark history, and how to wield Eon. Train hard enough, and he might become a Vanguard — the elite force that hunts down humanity's worst nightmares. But the voice hasn't spoken since. And the higher Raizen climbs, the clearer a dark truth becomes: the thing that saved him, and the darkness that has haunted humanity for centuries... Might just be the same thing.

(Multiple transmigrators — enter at your own discretion) (Non-conventional single female lead) After a late-night discussion with his roommates about whether Eren’s world-ending actions were justified, Chen Si falls asleep—only to wake up having inexplicably arrived in the world of Attack on Titan. By chance, Chen Si discovers that he now wields the power of electricity. Under the baptism of lightning, he gains a body comparable to that of an Ackerman. Chen Si: “Oops… I accidentally one-shotted that Titan. Levi won’t mind, right?” Mikasa: “Brother… what exactly am I to you?” Chen Si: “Mikasa, I hope you truly like me from the bottom of your heart, not because—” Mikasa interrupts, repeating: “Chen Si! What exactly am I to you?!” Chen Si: “You’re my little sister. Family.” Hearing this, Mikasa lowers her head as violent arcs of electricity/thunder erupt wildly around her. Seeing this, Chen Si hurriedly changes his words: “Alright, alright—my lover!” Eren: “Chen Si, hate me! Kill me, and you’ll be free! The world will be free!” Chen Si slaps Eren across the face. “Like hell I’ll kill you!” Eren: “Waaah…” ‎PS: Access advance (100+) chapters at ‎https://www.patreon.com/c/NanamiTL ‎

HI, So I guess I should greet you, or should I greet the energy behind you first? So I am Adi, who can see spirits since childhood, and I was not pretty proud about that fact, but surely now it is my life, so a greater kind of mess is about to happen in my life.

He died with nothing left to live for… only to wake in a world that promised everything he never had. Memories intact, body reborn, and fate in his hands, he is given a choice: select the skills that will define his life in a realm of magic, free will, and unending possibility. A simple life? Or power beyond imagination? The artisan. The shadow. The observer. Every decision carry weight, and every action leaves a mark. Allies, enemies, chaos, and opportunity—they all bend to those bold enough to act.

It's not a title you choose—it's a title you fall into. A knowledge handler is an investigator of the unconventional: a hybrid of librarian, detective, and spy who digs through the underworld of information—mystical, mundane, and everything in between. The job is hell in practice: low pay, high risk, and a constant stream of clients who never tell you the whole truth. Bertrand Graham is a knowledge handler. He took the job because it was the only one that would have him—and because desperation is a powerful motivator. Now he's diving into a world of paranoid handlers, dangerous secrets, and impossible jobs—where every piece of information comes with a price, and every client has a hidden agenda. Bertrand doesn't want to be a hero. He doesn't want to save the world. His only goal is to live a fulfilling life Welcome to the world of Aes. It's cruel. It's grey. And it doesn't care how broke you are.

Breaking News An Industrial Giant has Fallen Dr Edward McAllister a Scottish Genetic Engineer and Biologist was Found died in his Lab This Morning Authorities said cause of death is still unknown with nothing in the Lab be it Video Footage Record seem to point to any cause of death it seems the good doctor died of exhaustion or something similar. ‎The Year is 2500 of the Global Confederation Empire and the world is different from what it was 500 years ago, Humanity is no longer divided by Territorial boundaries like Countries All it ruled by The Global Confederation Empire. ‎After the Great War Which Old Era Historians Called World War 3 The Now Global Confederation Empire formerly known as United States of America won the war becoming the Sole Super Nation in the World what followed was an annexation of Global with many Countries either surrendering or end up Destroyed. A Leading Factor for the Empire Victory was the Discovery of the Supergene Boosting the Physical Abilities of Human to the level of Supersoldiers. And So The Era of Global Confederation Empire begin spearheaded by the Supergene with more and more brilliant minds expanding and opening new field in Biological Mastery, Edward was One of Such Minds, A Big Supporter of the Supergene Edward lived his life for it, Making himself outstanding in his field. ‎3 years before the death of Edward 2497 of the Empire Era, Edward while exploring around his arctic base he found a Strange Rock with the ability to merge both inorganic and organic substances together while maintaining they're properties. ‎Understanding the Crime of owning a jade Edward Choosed to keep the rock as a secret, after 3 years of research Edward has little to no useful knowledge on the rock which he now called Merge Stone. ‎The only things he knew was that the rock is alien, consumes a large amount of energy and it next to impossible to control. Today First Week of March 2500 I decided to Follow a Different Approach In Source of Energy A New Type of Energy Have been found in Mars These Recent years it Called Mana Stone sue to the Spiritual resonance in the ore, I set an alchemy formation laying 12 mana stones in a Pentagon Shape Suddenly the Rock Starts to react violently At of Fear of Losing a invaluable Material like the merging stone I rush to remove it from the array but I immediately I touch it i violent energy rip through my body and soul in front of me the stone crumble to dust and with it my life Force i fell lifeless to the ground. ‎On Opening my eyes I was shocked I was not in my lab but in a Study of Some kind, Immediately my head start to hurt as Memories of my current body start to pour into my mind like a broken dam flooding my Consciousness I'm Glic Goldbear The Viscount of The Goldbear Originally a Merchant Family But was able to Buy the Title of A Baron later due to the Valiant Effort of my Great Grand Father During the War Between Our Kingdom of Fae Wood Named After the Fae Wood forest the Surround us and The Crimson Alliance of Northern Barbarian Tribes and Frost Elves To be Promoted to Viscount, Glic Goldbear was A Low Level Wizard Apprentice of the Fae Wood Tower but later left to dawn the title of the Viscount of Goldbear family after his father died Glic Is a Jack of all Trades dabbing in Every Known School of Magic Although Glic was a brilliant Young Man his taste for knowledge rub some people the wrong way

John Arden escapes the torment of school bullies through his obsession with the kingdom-building game Kaiserfront, unaware that his passion will soon entwine with destiny. A sudden flash of light hurls him into the perilous realm of Kaeltharion, where survival is a brutal test of will and cunning. After a month of isolation, he discovers a collapsing temple, where he seizes a mysterious sphere just before the structure crumbles. Narrowly escaping a pack of monstrous wolves, he is saved by the sphere's activation, unleashing a pulse of blue energy. The sphere reveals itself as Brontis, connecting with John and granting him power to build and manage a city, mirroring the game he once played but now with life-and-death stakes. Navigating threats from savage cannibals, demons, and otherworldly beasts, he finds potential allies among Elven tribes, Dwarven city-states, and nomadic beastfolk. As he seeks to forge crucial alliances, John's strategic prowess becomes essential in the face of overwhelming odds. When his burgeoning city is besieged by monstrous hordes of orcs, trolls, goblins, and demons from the abyss, John's tactical brilliance is put to the ultimate test. Amidst the chaos of the attack, he confronts the burdens of leadership and the fragility of trust in a world where danger lurks at every turn. Choosing collaboration over conflict, John unites with newfound allies to stabilize the region and unlock the enigma of returning home. Through this harrowing journey, he evolves from a bullied gamer into a formidable leader, ready to confront the mysteries and challenges of any world that lies ahead.

Lust to Love ~ An impossible love born from a bond meant for betrayal. {Official Announcement} In this world of the Land of Consciousness, the powerful turn others into pawns in their dangerous games. However, this journey is not limited to merely fighting enemies. They must also protect themselves from those powerful cultivators and dark forces who seek to take control of others. Fate, however, has other plans. What begins as a bond driven by instinct and desire slowly blossoms into a love neither Lily nor Snehwal ever expected. As lust turns into trust, devotion, and sacrifice, the Yakshini and her host begin to defy the very laws of their world. Now, they must decide whether to surrender to destiny… or write a new fate together. Powers in the Land of Consciousness, By extracting spiritual stones from the brains of beasts and absorbing the spiritual energy that floats in the air, one can advance through ten stages of cultivation. Each stage is divided into three levels, Lower, Middle, and Higher. Almost everyone here possesses spiritual power, which in common parlance is simply energy. But only the Yakshinis possess magic along with spiritual power, magic that allows them to enslave male cultivators and gradually drain their cultivation to increase their own stage. What is a Yakshini? A Yakshini is a very beautiful, alluring, and youthful female-like being whose beauty is so rare and enchanting that it can disturb any man’s mind and thoughts through hypnotic magic. At the same time, she is highly advanced in the cultivation of spiritual energy. What is a host? A host is a person who is brought by the Yakshini from another realm, and this person has no power of their own. The Yakshini teaches the host the path of cultivation, and as the host progresses in practice, their power grows. But once the host gains strength, the Yakshini ensnares them, using promises of love and trust to manipulate them, draining all their powers, and gradually pushing them toward death, making the Yakshini even more powerful. © Duglas Bhagwan/Douglas_Bhagwan, 2025. All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, translation, or distribution is prohibited.

The world didn’t end with bombs or wars — it ended through the air. An invisible virus spread across the skies and, within hours, anyone over the age of twenty-four “dropped like flies.” The younger ones survived, but their fate was far worse: the virus doesn’t kill instantly — it transforms. A single drop of infected blood in the wrong vein can awaken the monster within. The change is swift, agonizing, and irreversible. In this post-apocalyptic landscape, groups of young survivors struggle to endure in silent cities, taking over schools and warehouses, improvising leadership and building fragile defenses against the “infected” and other mutations. The story blends visceral action with psychological horror, focusing on survivor groups, tense violence, and moral dilemmas.

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Born in the Dark City’s blood arena, Mirelle was trained to kill—or die entertaining the crowd. She refused. Mercy made her the crowd’s favorite—and the owner’s problem. With Kirella, the guard meant to keep her caged, she runs. Together they cross a city ruled by the dark powers. Most monsters on the Dark side—bound by fear, coin, or twisted faith—hunt them for favor. Whispers speak of a hidden shrine and a relic called the Happiness Light—a spark said to open gates and break collars. From alleys to tunnels, from monster wards where even “beasts” protect their own, Mirelle and Kirella choose each other first. Clean slow-burn romance, close-quarters fights, and small cliffhangers every chapter—until they reach the last border and leave Elyka’s darkness behind.

Shiora is a single plane split into Light, Void, and Dark. From the heart of the Sun, Soluva steps out of a flaming shell—hair the color of sunfire, a six-rayed star on her chest, and a soul so clear it steadies the world. She loves the fight as much as the craft: the first forty to fifty chapters follow her learning the plane, mapping borders, testing the Life Symphony, and laying the first sigils of a realm not yet born. Small threats test her—Veliathen whisper from the Deep Dark, and somewhere the Dark Queen Elyka is gathering patience. The Black Sun is the moment of peak danger; before it rises, Soluva must found, protect, and choose what deserves to live.

Sonia Walker found herself waking up in the hospital unaware how she ended up there. But rather than the joyful faces of her husband and family. She woke to the greatest betrayal and revelation ever. Her husband and Mistress (her best friend) had plotted her life. She ended up in the hospital while she thought that was all...her best friend whined of securing a home for her baby (her husband's child) The price for the union was her life. Just as she tried to endure the pain, they made out beside her on the hospital bed. From that moment, Sonia had one purpose: Ruin their life, avenge herself and make the scumbag her ex who would only crawl and beg. Oops! I forget. She also flaunted her new love and career in their face.