once bitten twice shy

Sabito Dimon has always been at the bottom—broke, bullied, and barely scraping by in high school. But when a group of rich kids beat him senseless and tossed him into a lake, they unknowingly awakened something inside him. Now, with a mysterious system of granting high-stakes natural abilities, Sabito has a second chance. A chance to rise above his past, ace the toughest exams, and turn the tables on those who once bullied him!

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.

Orion Kane had everything: endless wealth, unmatched power, and the world at his feet. To him, life was a game, and he was always the winner—cold, calculating, and untouchable. But one mistake, one moment of overconfidence, sent his world crashing down. When Orion wakes up, he’s no longer the man he once was. His name, his riches, his empire—gone. Instead, he finds himself in the body of Leo Torres, a poor factory worker struggling to survive. A life Orion would’ve dismissed as worthless is now his only reality. As he navigates Leo’s harsh world, he begins to uncover the consequences of his old life—the pain he caused, the lives he shattered, and the humanity he lost along the way. But there’s something else, something deeper: a strange feeling that this isn’t just a punishment. It’s a chance. But a chance for what? Redemption? Revenge? Or something more mysterious lurking beneath the surface of his second life? In a world where the powerful fall and the forgotten rise, Orion must uncover the truth—not just about his new life, but about himself. Some doors, once opened, can never be closed.

In a world where strength is the only law, Riel Draven was once the most feared warlord — until betrayal led to his brutal death at the hands of those he trusted. But instead of dying, he awakens in the body of a weak, crippled noble… 15 years before his execution. Armed with knowledge of the future and an evolving system that grants him missions, rewards, and punishments, Riel must navigate a treacherous world of power-hungry nobles, secret sects, and legendary beasts. Every decision could alter the future—or doom him to an eternal cycle of rebirth. Will Riel rewrite history and rise as an immortal sovereign, or will fate consume him once more? Power. Betrayal. Revenge. The Tyrant Returns.

Long before humanity's rise among the supernatural, an ancient conflict raged—a war of unseen forces that shaped the fragile coexistence between mortals and ethereal beings. Colonies and clans, once divided by strife, found themselves bound by an uneasy peace. But as whispers of a long-forgotten prophecy surfaced, a new chapter in history began to unfold. The death of Azriel’s primal form was believed to mark the end of chaos, yet the world remained in ruin. Civilization teetered on the edge of collapse, forcing survivors to navigate a new reality—one where technology, resources, and shelter were scarce. Just as humanity struggled to reclaim its place, an unforeseen force stirred in the darkness, awakening the ineffable. What was thought to be the end was merely the beginning. New alliances will be forged, old adversaries will rise, and the dawn of the supernaturals will reshape destiny itself.

Aesir was one of the greatest players in Faction Online, the no. 1 MMORPG game in the world. He stood at the top of the mountain alongside his Faction. That was until he was betrayed and killed. However, instead of the great beyond, Aesir found himself 15 Years in the past moments before the revolutionary game launched. He logs into the game once again only this time, he has the advantage - His memories of the future. Join Aesir as he ventures into the wondrous world of Faction Online!

{~I am dominant with my fantasy power entry~} In a world where strength rules, Cain Ashford is just another background character, or so he believes. Enrolled in a prestigious academy for warriors and mages, he spends his days playing the role of a low-key side character while secretly fantasizing about running a shadowy faction… just for fun But unbeknownst to him, his every word shapes reality. He is the reincarnation of the Abyssal Tyrant, a legendary overlord feared across history. His former subordinates, now elite students, teachers, and operatives, have recognized him, and they’re determined to help him reclaim his throne. Meanwhile, an enemy from his past lurks within the academy, manipulating events to erase him before he regains his power. As Cain unknowingly outmanoeuvres his foes, his legend begins to rise once more. Will he ever realize the truth, or will he continue playing the greatest role of his life while unknowingly reclaiming his destiny?

Ethan had just been admitted into Frontale University—the most prestigious institution in all of Gold City. A school where wealth, power, and influence ruled, attended by the heirs of the richest and most powerful families. Everything changed when Selena, out of spite for Frank—the most influential student on campus—set her sights on Ethan. When she and Frank reconciled, Ethan was not only humiliated but soon suffered an even greater tragedy—his parents were mysteriously killed. Once a high-profile student, Ethan fell to the bottom of the social ladder. Ridiculed and forced to take menial jobs just to afford tuition, he became a target for Frank’s relentless torment. When Ethan finally decided to stand up to him, he was brutally beaten—his hand shattered by a baseball bat. As he lay on the cold ground, life slipping away, a holographic message appeared before him: "WILL YOU DIE A NOBODY OR AVENGE YOURSELF?" With that, the Hell System was activated. Now armed with a power unlike any other, Ethan will rise from the ashes, reclaim what was stolen from him, and uncover the truth behind his parents' deaths—no matter the cost.

Jayden Knox got married to the daughter of the prestigious Bassett family, Olivia, and he loved her wholeheartedly. Only if he knew her true intentions towards him. After spending a memorable night with his lover, he woke up the next morning and realized it had been another by his side. As a punishment, he was sent to join the military as mercy instead of being imprisoned. Working hard, he made a name for himself, the god of war himself in a man's form, that was how people had viewed him and he became the supreme general. But one day after bringing victory to his country once more, a call came through for him and he found out his parents had been killed and his sister was to be sold off at an auction. The real identity of his wife came into view as he learned she had conspired against his family with the four giants of the city. She had purposely drugged him that night and place another woman, Elsie Holden, her cousin by his side to get rid of them. Without thinking twice, he flew back to the city to rescue his sister. A lot had happened within the five years he was away, his family had been destroyed by those who set him up, the Innocent had been wrongfully punished for spending the night with him, not to mention the death of his parents. He had been gone for too long, fighting the wrong battles, it was high time he faced his enemies head on and got his revenge. Secrets are unveiled, new love interests sprout and the wish to protect a woman to his grave grew in him the moment he found out the secret she had been hiding.

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.