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Overburn: The Normal Life He'll Never Have [OP MC, Academy]

If you remembered committing unspeakable atrocities in a past life, would you still claim that life as your own? Roy just wants to graduate. He wants a quiet life, a boring job, and a world that leaves him alone. For years, he’s kept the darkness inside him buried under a mask of normalcy. But Marie's awakening has made her sensitive to what he's been concealing for years. So, what will he do? ***** When the Space Stones fell, they brought superpowers to a world that had none. Heroes and villains stepped out of fiction. Now, Heroism is a licensed profession taught at specialized academies. Marie is destined for greatness: a rare triple-awakener with a guaranteed spot at any Hero Academy. But her new powers bring disturbing echoes—reflections in ice that shouldn't exist, a coldness that clings to her bones. In her final week before leaving for the academy, Marie senses something monstrous at her ordinary high school. High on the rooftop, a presence radiates such overwhelming death that it paralyzes her with primal fear. What will she do? And how will Roy respond? *********** what to expect No Harem Slow-Burn Romance Subplot: The romance is secondary to the plot Heavy Themes: Expect deep dives into morality, guilt, and the psychological weight of a dark past. An OP protagonist who would rather die than use his power. Politics: A world where words are as dangerous as weapons and every move has a consequence. This doesn’t really come into play until later arcs. Calculating Protagonist: A smart, competent MC who thinks before acting and won't be easily manipulated. Character-Driven Drama: While there is a lot of action, the core of the story is the internal struggle of a man trying to outrun his own soul.
darksword · 5.7k Views

Hogwarts: The Mafia Lord of Slytherin

Erwin reincarnated into chaos. As the only son of the crumbling Cavendish mafia family, he used the ruthlessness and strategies from his past life to pull them back from the brink of destruction. He secured their empire, silenced their enemies, and prepared for a life of luxury and power. Then, an old man with a white beard with a letter knocked on his door. It wasn't just 1990s England. It was the world of Harry Potter. But Erwin didn't panic. He adapted. With his arrival came the Reputation System—a cheat code that turns fame and fear into power. ... [System: Reputation Gained. Draw Initiated...] [Spell Drawn: Wingardium Leviosa (Mastery)] [Curse Drawn: Reducto (Shattered to Pieces)] [Gold Reward: Fantastic Beast Affinity (Legendary)] [Purple-Tier Reward: The Unforgivable Curse Set] ... Erwin isn't here to play schoolboy games. He is here to rewrite the hierarchy. Pure-blood supremacy? Sacred Twenty-Eight? "The wizarding world only needs one true noble house," Erwin declares, swirling his wine. "And that is the House of Cavendish." He is turning Hogwarts into his own criminal empire. Hermione: "To serve the Cavendish family is not servitude; it is the highest honor of my life." Luna: "The Nargles were wrong... the light didn't fade. It just belongs to Mr. Erwin now." Years later, when Voldemort finally resurrects and calls upon his dark army, he stands stunned in a silent graveyard. "Can anyone tell me," the Dark Lord whispers, "why all my Death Eaters are kneeling before a Cavendish?" ... [Slytherin House + Timeless Elegance + Ruthless Ambition]
MrGrim_ · 1.7m Views

Pact Of The Unseen

Core Premise After The Rending, a catastrophic event that tore open dimensional rifts, humanity survives by forming Pacts: soul-binding contracts with mythical beings. Those who wield these bonds, known as Predators, defend the world against the Hollows, monsters pouring endlessly from the rifts. Main Protagonist: Kael Ashford Kael Ashford (17) is blind, orphaned, and deemed unfit for service until a desperate accident traps him in a forbidden dungeon. There, he encounters Lucifer, the Morningstar, a fallen Mythical-tier being. Through cunning and will, Kael reverses the pact, gaining dominance over Lucifer and awakening Lightless Sight, a unique ability to perceive the world through energy rather than vision. Assigned to the 79th Vanguard Unit, “Graveyard Shift”, a squad of rejects and misfits, Kael fights alongside: Lillian Frost (Athena) – compassionate idealist Gyro Kagune (Achilles) – reckless optimist Marcus “Forge” Steelhardt – hardened veteran leader Yuki Tsukino (Nyx) – silent shadow assassin Dante Cross (Loki) – theatrical illusionist Together, they survive missions through ingenuity, trust, and unbreakable bonds. Secondary Protagonist: Levius Vedi Levius Vedi (18), known as Humanity’s Last Cry, bonded with Leviathan at age seven after brutal training in a mythical realm. Cold, precise, and overwhelmingly powerful, he once slaughtered over 26,000 Hollows in a single day. Though seemingly emotionless, Levius is driven by an unwavering sense of justice. His rival-turned-ally Lura Venici (Phantom Phoenix) challenges his belief that strength alone can save humanity, forcing him to confront the value of compassion and connection. Central Conflict The Hollows are evolving. Led by intelligent commanders and guided by the enigmatic Herald, they are no longer mindless invaders but an organized force. The Herald identifies Kael’s unprecedented bond with Lucifer as a threat and marks him for elimination. At the same time, corruption within the Predators, embodied by disgraced Commander Raze Vulkan, undermines humanity from within through political manipulation and class division. Key Themes Seeing beyond sight The cost of power Found family Justice versus revenge Hope born from collective will Long-Term Trajectory The story builds toward The Second Rending, a prophesied convergence of dimensions that will either save or erase existence. Kael must evolve Lucifer beyond Tier 5, master his Awakened State, and decide whether to sacrifice his bond to seal Nihil, the primordial void that birthed the Hollows. Levius confronts whether his upbringing made him a hero or a weapon, seeking redemption through protection rather than annihilation. The Graveyard Shift rises as legend, proving that unity and care can surpass perfection. Genre & Tone Dark Shonen/Seinen featuring strategic combat, political intrigue, psychological depth, clear power progression, and found-family dynamics. Attack on Titan meets My Hero Academia meets Fullmetal Alchemist, centered on a blind protagonist who sees the truth more clearly than anyone alive.
BigBrainBox · 344 Views

Young Master's PoV: Woke Up As A Villain In A Game One Day

"Now you see?" she shouted in a tone that was somewhere between annoyance and disappointment. "You can’t outsmart Scrients! They’re the most intelligent beings across the two realms!" "You’re right," I muttered, averting my gaze with a solemn sigh. "I made a mistake. I was arrogant to think a mere human like me could fool them." —BOOM!! "...Wh-What was that?" "Hmm? I’m not sure. Maybe you should go and ask the most intelligent beings across the two realms. Oh wait! You can’t. I killed them all." --- My name is Samael Kaizer Theosbane. On the last day of high school, I got into a fight with a kid I used to bully. It was a stupid and pointless scuffle. And in the middle of it, I tripped and smacked my head on a rock. That’s when the memories came flooding in… Memories of a different life. Memories of another world. Suddenly, everything made a twisted kind of sense. I realized two things. First: I was inside a game I used to play in my past life. Second: I was a villain. A villain! Not the cool, mysterious, tragic kind either! No, I was the worst kind of cliché — a spoiled, insufferable, and arrogant young master. The sort you'd find in those poorly written fantasy stories. You know the type! The one everyone hates. The one the hero would beat into the ground to show everyone just how strong and righteous he is. Yeah. I was that guy! My fate was to be a stepping stone for the main characters, be manipulated by a Demon Prince, and die a dog's death. And the hero? The hero was the same kid I’d been bullying all this time. The one I just got into a fight with. He was supposed to be the savior of this damned world. A world teetering on the edge of destruction, beset by wars, calamities, and a grim future that only I knew. And waiting at the end of it all was the final antagonist. The unbeatable nightmare. …The Spirit King. But could I even make it to the end? Could I really survive in a game where defeat was the only certainty? A game that had now become my reality? “Ah, fuck it.” I had no idea if I could. But I sure as hell was going to try. Extorting extras, manipulating main characters, altering the story to my advantage, stealing the hero’s cheat items, killing villains long before they could become threats — nothing was beneath me. Would the main characters be affected by my actions? Excellent! Would the story change? Even better! All I cared about was me. My survival. My life. My choices. “I’ll live this life with no regrets.” ...But as I soon discovered, fate wasn't so easily changed. And the price of rewriting your destiny was steep. ========== Discord Server: https://discord.gg/VjFQtDUaTR
The_One_Who_Was · 2.6m Views

Global Awakening: The Return of the SSS-Rank Liar

"When everyone believes a lie it becomes the truth" "When everyone is in a dream then it becomes reality" [Blue Star, year 2027] Like every other day on the blue start, the sky was blue and the sun was shining. At least it should have been until it happened! Before anybody could react, the whole planet was infected by a burst of strange energy, giving things both living and nonliving incredible abilities and characteristics. The Qin terracotta warriors came to life, shouting that their emperor was about to descend Mona Lisa stepped out of her painting, saying a new era had begun In the Vatican, an ancient tomb rose from the ground, saying Jesus was about to rise once more Hitler's cap appeared giving a random German the ability to brainwash millions of lives All around the world, strange events started happening with historical and legendary items taking the lead And if that wasn't unexpected enough, they came! The Gods and Monsters that humans of the blue only thought of as myths or legends began to descend Choosing various warriors and awakeners to carry their will These people were called divine warriors and stood out from the awakened Unexpectedly, a thousand years later, the Blue star had produced hundreds of strongmen capable of kicking the moon and punching the stars. However, in the most unbelievable circumstances, the most powerful gods and awakeners gathered together to defeat one man Deceiver Lin Ye! Characterised by a signature Joker mask, he was one awaker whose true abilities were never known Displaying an array of different powers on each occasion, he was dubbed the title 'Jack of all trades master of all" Unfortunately, under the combined attack of the powerhouses, including Zeus, Odin, and the Dragon goddess Tiamat, there was no chance for him to survive Using his last means, he transports himself to the past, planning to use his power properly and fix all regrets "With this power, the universe shall fall at my feet!" Deciding to abandon the humans who betrayed him, deciding to live for himself Lin Ye devises a means to force all lives to work for him without ever revealing his identity Using his power, he created the one thing which would cause all life in the universe to yearn for Using his power, he created the one thing which could only be thought of as fiction, even with the advent of global awakening Using this power, he creates the system! This is a story of how Lin Ye, the future lord of the multiverse, The biggest black hand behind the scenes, The source of the extraordinary, The only God, The father of Evil Gods, and The master of the system is born!
HeavenlyDemonLord · 5.9k Views