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DxD - Just want to survive

Life as a mere mortal turns out to be too boring—or too short. A young man, obsessed with the world of High School DxD, finds himself tragically killed by a mysterious fallen angel. However, in the final moments before his life is taken, he is gifted with a system called the Akashic, which grants him power, knowledge, and a second chance at survival. Awakening as a homeless man near death, he must adapt to the world of Kuoh, a city filled with supernatural conflict, wild demons, and deadly Sacred Gears. Using a system that helps him absorb knowledge, acquire items from various dimensions, and complete quests to rank up, he begins to build a new life: from creating a shelter in the forest, learning martial arts and magic, to conquering the Tower of Babylon, a mysterious challenge that grows more deadly with each passing floor. Amidst the absurdity of a world largely familiar to him from previous shows, he must decide whether his goal is simply survival or whether he must take an active role in the inter-racial conflict and supernatural forces that threaten humanity. Every floor, every quest, and every decision carries both risk and opportunity—and in this world, power is the most valuable currency. Survival isn't just about luck… it's about the ability to continually evolve, learn from the system, and face a world crazier than one's own imagination. //---// This story will draw heavily from otherworldly elements, particularly the concept of the power possessed by the main character, who hails from the Murim world. Readers can already guess this from the cover and the theme. It's important to note that the main character's power level will develop gradually. Having a system doesn't mean they instantly gain cheat powers. In fact, I intentionally made things difficult for the main character so that their power development feels logical and plausible. I hope readers enjoy this story concept; the theme is quite refreshing.
Mr_Wan · 1m Views

The Only Answer Is DEATH! (唯一の答えは...DEATH!)

In the sprawling, neon-lit labyrinth of Tokyo, Yasakchiru Mahitaro's life has always been a quiet torment. At 37, trapped in the grueling grind of a supermarket known for overwork and ruthless management, his days are filled with exhaustion, ridicule, and the unshakable shadow of a childhood tragedy. Framed for a fellow student's death, ostracized, and scarred by a world that never forgave him, Mahitaro has spent decades wandering through life like a ghost, surviving but never living. One night, pushed beyond the edge of despair, he ends his life-but death is not the end. Awakening in his own past, he is given a second chance, though it comes tangled with the memories of every failure, every loss, and every death he endured. Trapped in endless loops of time, Mahitaro faces a cruel reality: no matter what he does, fate has a way of repeating itself, and the faces of those he loves-and those who torment him-return with relentless precision. Through the haze of depression and the sting of grief, Mahitaro begins to fight back. With each reset, he searches for patterns, allies, and answers, uncovering the dark figure that has haunted his loops: a mysterious red-haired student whose cruelty and cunning seem limitless. Alongside him is Barisu Vultari, a brilliant but enigmatic peer whose knowledge of time theory may be Mahitaro's only hope of breaking free. The Only Answer Is DEATH! ( 唯一の答えは死だ!) is an emotional, harrowing journey through despair, rage, and resilience. Every reset brings heartbreak, every choice carries the weight of countless lives, and every loop forces Mahitaro to confront the darkest truths about humanity-and himself. This is a story of horror, heartbreak, and the fragile sparks of hope that survive even in the most relentless cycles of time. Season - 2 - Desciption: In Tokyo's neon-lit sprawl, fourteen-year-old Mahitaro walks a world he has already bled to save. Past loops haunt him-bloodied streets, the shattered bodies of his brother Yasuke and closest friend Gekidō, the lives he could not save. Every scream, every death, is etched into his mind, yet tonight he steps again into a storm he cannot escape. A bright day at Tokyo's newest amusement park descends into nightmare. Mahitaro, Gekidō, and the now-adult Yasuke face rides meant for laughter-where steel cables snap, restraints twist into deadly snares, and hidden mechanisms lie in wait. In a world where a single misstep can mean death, Mahitaro moves with the precision of one who has survived a thousand grotesque deaths, each more horrifying than the last. From the shadows, Eruto Kaiju watches-a figure once close in a past future, now consumed by bitterness and revenge. Alongside a masked, enigmatic old gran gran, he orchestrates carnage with cruel intent. Blood spills, screams echo through neon light, and Mahitaro teeters on the edge of despair, tested to the limits of sanity and resolve. As loops press relentlessly, each death more grotesque than the last, Mahitaro faces a chilling truth: he cannot save everyone. Yet in the darkness, amid suffering and terror, a fragile spark remains-a burning resolve to protect the family he loves so dearly once more. Every heartbeat, every step, becomes a battle against fate itself, in a tale of relentless horror, shattered innocence, and the haunting question: how much can a person endure before the world finally breaks them?
Shyzuli_Lolz · 12k Views

F Grade Healer Becomes Strongest Biomancer

【WSA 2026 Entry】 ════════════════════ Birth of the Biomancer: Mio was the worst healer in Tokyo. F-grade, dead weight—her party kept her around out of pity until they did the math and left her bleeding in a ruined cathedral. Something ancient was waiting there. It offered her a Class that devours its hosts—a path of power that claimed the lives of the three Biomancers who came before her. Mio said yes anyway. She’d already felt the sting of a slow death; what was one more monster in her veins? Now pain is currency, death is fuel, and the hunger grows with every kill. The Bureau wants a weapon. Her sister wants her home for dinner. Mio agreed to both. In a world of Systems and Dungeons, power isn't a gift; it's a trade. And Mio is finally ready to pay the price. ════════════════════ What This Is: [1] This is a progression fantasy with system elements, but the system serves the story, not the other way around. Expect meaningful numbers, not stat spam. [2] Romance is not the focus. Mio has bigger problems. But expect a slow-burn later down the line! [3] The story gets dark, but it's earned. No grimdark for shock value. ════════════════════ Schedule: 1-2 chapters daily @ 10am-2pm CST | Chapter Length: 1,000-1,500 words ════════════════════ Powerstone Goals: 100 = +1 chapter 250= +2 chapters 500= +3 chapters 800 = +5 chapters ════════════════════ Author's Note: This is my debut contracted work, born from a love for progression fantasy where power isn't a gift; it's a trade. I’m committed to seeing this journey through to the end. As long as you guys keep reading and supporting, the chapters won't stop. Let’s see how high the price of power goes. ════════════════════ Support Me: Collections, comments, and reviews keep this alive! ════════════════════ #weak_to_strongest #female_lead #mass_awakening #dark_fantasy
musuyin · 15.9k Views

The 14th Law : I am the World's only glitch

At twelve years old, Vesperyn’s life on Earth was erased. His father was murdered, his home was burned, and his brother, Darian, was abducted by a man who claimed to be his real father. In the chaos, Vesperyn learned a tragic truth "His mother, Inara, wasn't from Earth, and her "past" was a death sentence for her children. With her final breath, she teleported Vesperyn to the Upper Reach—a world governed by 13 absolute Laws and locked in a brutal Cold War between two superpowers: the Shade Kingdom and the Pilgrim Kingdom. The Problem is in this world, "Pathways" are everything. few are given chance by unknown system. If you awaken a power, you become a Noble. If you fail, you become an Echo—a mindless, rotting monster driven by hunger. Vesperyn has only one goal to Go back. He wants to return to the world that was stolen from him and find out if his family's slaughter was a random tragedy or a calculated execution. To do that, he must grow powerful. He is the wrong power, in the wrong place, at the wrong time. ....……… For character illustration and updates join the discord server. https://discord.gg/zRdNgSj7hm —————AUTHOR NOTE————— Hey everyone, thanks so much for checking out the story so far! I wanted to be completely transparent with you all. Some of you might know I had another project that I ended up dropping around chapter 180. I’ll be honest: it was tough. Writing can feel pretty lonely when the comment section goes quiet, and I eventually lost the spark to keep going. However, this time is different. I’ve spent a lot of time mapping out the 13 Laws, the world, power system and exactly where Vesperyn and Darian’s journeys are headed. The plot is locked in, and I’m more excited about this world than anything I’ve written before. I’m fully committed to seeing this through to the end. Let’s make this journey a big one. PEACE OUT!!!!
lance_8 · 2.7k Views