Puppet Master: Strings of Retribution

In the year 2099, humanity stood on the precipice of a new frontier a shimmering threshold that bridged reality and imagination. The dawn of virtual existence was heralded by the rise of “Arcane Crusade,” a game so advanced it blurred the lines between flesh and code, creating an immersive world where dreams could be lived. until the old gods saw this artificial reality to be humanities downfall and a insult to their authority, with their own personal reason the old gods, they made the famous virtual game Real, and synchronized those who were connected toward their game Avatar , thus facing real consequences, rather than just entertaining themselves.

In the futuristic city of Neon Mirage, Ryker is a corporate drone. His mundane existence is abruptly disrupted by an experimental brain enhancement - the CogniSync Processor. Initially intended to augment his cognitive abilities for sales data analysis, this device unexpectedly triggers a surreal awakening. Our hero begins to perceive the world around him as a scripted farce, seeing cryptic lines of code at the periphery of his vision. These mysterious digital phantoms plunge him into a journey of existential exploration, challenging his perceptions of reality and self-identity. The story unfolds as he navigates this altered state, wrestling with the implications of his augmented reality while still grappling with the banalities of his uninspired corporate role. "Ctrl+alt+delusion" weaves a tale of technological intrusion into human consciousness, questioning the boundaries between enhancement and manipulation, and exploring the profound impact on an individual's quest for meaning and authenticity in a digitally dominated world.

In the heart of New Avalon, a neon-drenched metropolis where the supernatural and the mundane coexist under fragile treaties, ancient vampires rule from the shadows. Their influence is woven into the city’s foundations — from elite nightclubs to high political offices. When Julian Vire, a lonely, brooding vampire noble, saves a young violin prodigy named Ari from a brutal mugging in a back alley, a strange bond begins to form between predator and prey — or perhaps, between two broken creatures trying to find meaning in a world where magic is commodified and souls are currency. But Ari is not just a musician. His music carries the rare magic of a Soulweaver — an ancient gift that can bend memory, awaken slumbering spirits, and even heal the deepest of wounds. As Ari plays, he unknowingly begins to awaken long-forgotten desires in Julian and the slumbering hunger of something older and darker buried within the vampire’s blood. Their growing connection begins to unravel the pact that holds the supernatural peace in New Avalon, and now both man and monster must decide: will they save each other… or bring down the city with them?

Hearts burdened by regrets, torn between the past and the present—can time heal what has broken? Cassian Roque Velarco, the brilliant CEO of a multi-billion-dollar empire, once shared a passionate love affair with Isolde Maren Eloriaga, a young woman who captured his heart completely. But without a trace, she disappeared from his life, leaving Cassian in torment and unable to understand why. In the wake of her sudden departure, Cassian married Selene Dae Navarro, a woman who was everything his empire needed— a strategic, business-minded partner. Years later, Isolde reappears, claiming that her disappearance was not her choice. Now, with Selene still by his side and Isolde back in his life, Cassian finds himself trapped between a past love that never truly faded and a present reality that is built on lies and deceit. As secrets unravel and past regrets resurface, Cassian must face the truth: the woman who quietly loved him all along may be the one he’s destined for, but the woman he thought he lost is still carrying a part of his heart. Can he redeem himself, or is it too late for any chance at love?

Step into a world where science meets the unknown, where mechas clash in brutal duels, and where every Biocore holds a mystery waiting to be unraveled. Follow Nioh, a genius weapons designer, as he uncovers lost technology, battles biomechanical titans, and pushes the limits of power, in an intergalactic thrilling adventure ------ The genre is Sci-fi. A mix of science and some myths. In a futuristic/interstellar world. The hero is fun, scheming and smart. The science and the weapon building is central to the story and well thought.

Li Fan didn’t join the Azure Sky Sect for glory, power, or enlightenment. He joined because they serve lunch. While others chase the Dao with swords and sermons, Li Fan chases the scent of stir-fry. Unfortunately, sect life is less buffet and more boot camp—and somehow, he keeps ending up in the center of attention. He doesn’t want to fight. He doesn’t want to cultivate. He just wants a second helping. But fate, apparently, is hungry too.

"The innocent girl, sizzling hot—thwack—with a rip, the fabric tore and scattered, leaving her feeling cold! This dedicated bastard! He actually poured red wine on her back, saying he was going to savor every drop, even threatening to go 360 degrees, all angles, no blind spots! Guaranteed top-notch service! Ah! This... the intensity is too much..."

Li Jiayu, the Dark Grand Summoner capable of summoning Bone Dragons, Liches, and Death Gods, has been reborn! Everything resets to the moment just before the apocalypse erupted! Space violently quakes, and the earth's surface cracks open with countless fissures leading to the Insect Realm and the Abyss Realm. In an instant, vast, ocean-like armies of Insectoids and Undead sweep across the globe. Human civilization teeters on the brink, life hanging by a thread! With his soul yet untainted by darkness this time, Li Jiayu's summons are no longer restricted to the dark; he can also call upon creatures of Light! Facing the suffocating shadow of death, he vows to prevent the tragedies of his past life from repeating! Struggling through a desperate apocalypse where all paths seem lost, he must embark on a path paved with bloody slaughter! Walking the razor's edge of death, he will no longer live confined to the cold darkness. He will stride onto a glorious path of light! "This is the only chance to turn things around... I will stake everything I have to erase past regrets and protect the loved ones I lost before!" Upon the city walls, gazing out at the endless insect tide, Li Jiayu stands resolute. Behind him, a line of dark summoned beasts in varied forms awaits his command...

For those of you who wish to see him start in the professional stage could directly jump onto the volume II. Takahashi Hiro after committing suicide gets reincarnated into his younger self. A genius footballer from a young age, he loses all his footballing talent after a horrendous injury. But despite that he perseveres through the odds and overcomes his tragedy. Finally when he could make his dream come true after getting scouted by a professional team, he faces yet another trouble. Having lost his final hope of making alive, he takes his life by committing suicide. But to his surprise, instead of dying he wakes up in his younger body. Having returned back to time, he again dreams of being the greatest footballer. This time with the help of the system which allows him to copy talent of any footballer, will he make it as a pro? Will he be the G.O.A.T? Notes: Characters in this story are fictional, The story might progress slowly, A huge emphasis has been paid to emotion of the characters, The story will not focus solely on football and system and it will focus equally on the lifestyle of the protagonist and the people closer to him.

Noah, a gifted but emotionally closed-off artist, had a dream of having his own art show. He reluctantly goes out to the club, he usualy work, where he meets Kai—a global superstar whose life is dictated by the merciless glare of the spotlight. Their initial meeting is far from ideal, colliding in a hot-headed argument that neither will ever be able to erase. But fate has other plans. As their paths continue to intertwine, Kai finds solace in Noah’s raw honesty, while Noah is drawn to the vulnerability hidden behind Kai’s dazzling facade. Their love story unfolds in secret—stolen moments, whispered confessions, and the ever-present fear of exposure. They are left with impossible decisions with the burden of celebrity weighing on them and an industry that prohibits love. When betrayal, heartbreak, and time try to tear them apart, one question remains—will love be enough to overcome the world?