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kneeling before the tomb that houses the remains of nanny Naomi, Redmond Red knew clearly without doubt that he has only one responsibility and that's to crush every soul that brought about the premature death of the purest soul. twenty years ago, eight years old Redmond Red's family was assassinated, fifteen of them while he was only able to escape by a whisker following the sacrifice of his nanny. "Dear boy, protect my baby girl" Nanny Naomi had cried out in sorrow before their cruel sword penetrated into her. For years he has been tormented by her last moments. He could remember her heavy pants, the hot sweat that soaked her cloth and the uncertainty in her eyes. Twenty years later, he is back to reward everyone according to their deeds. They said on his right hand was the sword of vengeance while on the other was a list, the "death list". Cursed is one whose name were scribed in his list for they shall meet a fate so excruciating that the devil will weep.

Betrayed by his half-brother, Zhao Long is killed in the Great Celestial War and his throne is usurped by his immortal enemy, Shen Yorn. After a hundred years, Zhao Long is reborn in the mortal world as Zi Han, an ordinary college student with no memories of his previous life. The orphan Zi Han is ridiculed and humiliated by everyone around him until one fated night he runs into the notorious Black Dragon gang and discovers his true legacy. After learning about his past, Zi Han sets out on a path of revenge, swearing to crush his enemies and become the wealthiest and most powerful man in the country of Tenzing. His ultimate goal is to ascend to the rank of a Jade Immortal and return to the Celestial Realm to rescue his imprisoned wife and reclaim his throne. Can Zi Han eliminate his enemy gangs and destroy his business rivals to become the new ruler of Tenzing or will his past catch up with him in unexpected ways? "I am the Supreme Dragon who soars above all. Even the heavens shall tremble before my might, and those who betrayed me will pay a thousandfold for their sins!"

People in the myriad realms began cultivation by opening their spirit meridians and condensing a Qi sea in their daitian through the absorption of the essence of heaven and earth. "All living things are not born equal under the Heavens, yet the Great Dao is fair as far as one is willing there is a way " Zhan Shenwei was not useless, although he had crippled meridians, he was born with " Innate Divine Strength " and was known for his humongous appetite and battle strength, even among his generation none could defeat him. Of course since he couldn't cultivate, with time the gap between him and his peers would only get wider . Only he knew his strength wasn't as simple as just " Innate Divine Strength ". ....

The gods abandoned the world. The entity they once sealed is stirring. The factions—vampires, werewolves, wraiths, skinwalkers, and more—are at war, each seeking power to reshape existence itself. Palmer, a noble vampire sworn to protect the Montgomery bloodline, thought he understood his purpose. But when a deadly conspiracy unravels, he learns the horrifying truth—he is not just a guardian, but a key to something far greater. Born of both holy and unholy blood, his very existence is an anomaly, an abomination feared by both gods and monsters alike. Meanwhile, Damien Montgomery, heir to one of the last remaining Guardian families, is being hunted. A relic long thought lost—the Black Orb—has resurfaced in his hands, marking him as a target for every supernatural faction. Manipulated by unseen forces, haunted by whispers of power, he teeters on the edge of becoming something unstoppable... or something monstrous. As ancient evils awaken and betrayal lurks in every shadow, Palmer must face his own origins, protect the ones he swore to serve, and uncover the truth before the world is consumed in blood and chaos. But fate is cruel. And power demands sacrifice. Will they survive the coming war, or will they be the catalysts that bring about the end?

The Dragon Emperor of Another World follows Ethan Lockwood, an ordinary college student and dedicated VR gamer, whose life is abruptly transformed. While immersed in the hyper-real MMORPG The End of the Divine Realm, Ethan’s greatest achievement is forming an unbreakable bond with Celestia Draconyx—a striking half-dragon princess who adores him as her master. After a grueling three-day gaming marathon to unlock the coveted Arcane Godslayer Gear, Ethan collapses and awakens in a vivid fantasy realm, still clad in his game gear and with Celestia at his side in flesh and blood. Determined to survive in this dangerous new world, Ethan embarks on a perilous journey across towns and cities, adapting his gaming instincts to real-world battles. Along the way, he gains crucial equipment upgrades from the legendary craftswoman Eileen. Confronting monstrous foes and navigating treacherous wilderness, Ethan gradually evolves from a mediocre gamer into a formidable warrior. United by Celestia’s fierce loyalty and protective nature, he discovers that true strength lies in unity, adaptability, and relentless determination. His epic journey—brimming with fierce battles, political intrigue, and personal sacrifice—culminates in his rise as the Dragon Emperor, uniting fractured realms into an empire where power, wisdom, and love reign supreme.

Betrayed. Cast aside. Killed. Valor Harder, once the world's strongest hero, lost everything when he sealed his rogue son, Dusk, in the Astral Sanctum. Stripped of power and left to die, he uncovered secrets about a world ruled from the shadows—but was executed before he could act. Reborn as Ashen Azarious, a mere boy with a mysterious system, he must rise through the ranks of All Valley Academy, battling oppression, uncovering the truth, and preparing for Dusk’s inevitable return. The world is broken, but Ashen refuses to be a pawn. This time, the hero will fight back.

Ethan Bennett was the perfect son-in-law—humble, quiet, and willing to endure every humiliation from his wife, Sophia Steele, and her arrogant family. They mocked him, treated him like dirt, and tossed him aside without a second thought. But they never knew the truth. Ethan is no ordinary man. He is the hidden heir to the world’s most powerful conglomerate. And now, after Sophia’s cold betrayal, he’s done playing the fool. When Ethan walks away from the Steele family, he disappears into the shadows—only to return as their worst nightmare. With wealth, power, and ruthless determination, he will dismantle everything they hold dear, piece by piece. The once-mighty Steeles will crumble, and when they finally realize who Ethan truly is, it will be far too late. They called him a nobody. Now, he’s the one pulling the strings. And this time, he won’t be silent.

Raymond Cooper was just a spy—until the skies split open. Alien invaders, the Morphidons, shattered Earth in a single night, and Ray became their top target. A shard of alien tech changed everything, fusing with his body to unlock the Apex Predator System—a power that transformed him from an ordinary man into humanity’s ultimate weapon. Thrust into an alien world to evolve or die, Ray returned to find Earth unrecognizable, its survivors waging a desperate war against extinction. Now, armed with powers he barely understands, hunted by galactic forces, and driven by the promise of survival, Ray must rise as humanity’s last hope—or see his world consumed. This is the story of a man who became a legend. This is the Apex Predator System

In life, he was an orphan, bullied and overlooked, even ridiculed by those he tried to protect. But in death, he transforms into a warrior destined to rise among the gods. At just 18 years old, a young Filipino sacrifices his life to save the girl he loves from a horrific fate. After being pushed from a towering construction site, he finds himself in the afterlife, standing before divine judges who will determine his eternal destiny. Depending on his beliefs, he is sent to a heaven beyond anything he ever imagined—a realm filled with beings from various faiths and mythologies, from the golden gates of Christian Heaven to the battle halls of Valhalla and the majestic peaks of Olympus. In this afterlife, power isn’t simply handed out; it must be earned. Armed only with his determination, a mysterious system, and the haunting memories of his past, this young soul embarks on a dangerous journey. He fights against powerful beings from different heavens and faces demons sent to torment the living. Along the way, he meets people who inspire him to grow stronger. Guided by the system he has received, he strives to ascend toward divinity, carving out his own path in a world where respect is earned through combat and power is claimed through effort.

In a galaxy governed by the Universal Ranking System, power is quantified, and destiny is dictated by an omnipotent algorithm. Every being, from the lowliest drone to the most elite warrior, is assigned a rank that determines their worth, access, and fate. For centuries, the system has maintained order but now, it’s breaking down. Kael Arvid, a disgraced pilot turned rogue hacker, lives in the shadow of his former rank. Once a rising star in the Interstellar Fleet, Kael was stripped of his status after a catastrophic mission that left him questioning the system’s integrity. When he stumbles upon a hidden code buried deep within the algorithm a code that could dismantle the entire hierarchy—he becomes the most wanted man in the galaxy. Pursued by the ruthless Ascendancy Corps, Kael must forge uneasy alliances with outcasts, rebels, and rogue AIs who have their own reasons for wanting the system destroyed. But as Kael delves deeper into the code, he uncovers a chilling truth: the system isn’t just ranking lives it’s controlling them. And it has a plan for Kael that could either save the galaxy or doom it forever. As the ranking system spirals into chaos, Kael must decide whether to destroy the algorithm, seize control of it, or transcend it entirely. In a universe where every choice is quantified, Kael’s defiance could spark a revolution—or ignite a war that will consume the stars.