character tropes

Under the Ashes** is a thrilling urban drama about power, revenge, and self-discovery. Ethan Li, once a humiliated son-in-law living as a servant in his wife’s home, has been kicked out and betrayed by the woman he sacrificed everything for. Sophia Wang, now a powerful businesswoman, throws him aside for a wealthier lover, unaware that Ethan was the secret force behind her rise to success. But what she doesn’t know is just the beginning. Ethan, discarded and beaten, reclaims his hidden identity as the rightful heir to the Li Consortium, one of the most powerful conglomerates in the world. Fueled by years of shame and bitterness, he returns with a single mission—revenge. With the help of his loyal ally, Victor Chen, Ethan sets in motion a devastating plan to ruin all those who betrayed him. But as Ethan uncovers buried family secrets—including the truth behind his mother’s tragic death—he finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of corporate warfare, hidden agendas, and shifting loyalties. His ruthless father, Reginald Li, will stop at nothing to keep control of the Li empire, even if it means turning his own son into a pawn. As Ethan faces betrayals, moral dilemmas, and global conspiracies, he must decide how far he’s willing to go for vengeance. In a world where power comes at a cost, Ethan will rise from the ashes of his past, but can he escape the shadows of his family’s legacy? Under the Ashes is a fast-paced, suspenseful tale of revenge, family betrayal, and the struggle to reclaim one’s identity. What would you sacrifice to destroy the ones who broke you?

Jeremiah Mason, cursed with demonic power, is caught in a deadly struggle between Heaven and Hell. As the Insidious Covenant Church hunts for ancient artifacts to merge the four worlds, Jeremiah must choose between salvation and darkness. Training to master his abilities, he faces the enigmatic Micah and a world on the brink of destruction. With the fate of humanity in his hands, Jeremiah must harness his inner demons to fight—or risk becoming the very monster he's sworn to defeat. "In a battle for the world’s soul, Jeremiah is the key to its salvation or its doom.

Millie, a girl raised in the brutal Red District becomes the infamous Wolf Slayer after killing a notorious pimp. Fleeing her old life, she joins a group of misfit warriors in the town of Bremen, battling pirates and the shadowy Grim Society. As they fight to free the oppressed, Millie uncovers dark secrets, including a twisted Black Market run by an evil witch, and forms alliances with unexpected allies like Peter, a rogue leader of forest children.

A man, bathed in the golden blood of a fallen deity, stands atop a hill, his acolytes looking on in awe. They have witnessed the birth of a new age, a world transformed by his power. His name is Marcus, and his journey began on the first day of the apocalypse. Betrayed by his best friend and girlfriend, Marcus's world was shattered. But as the undead rose, a strange twist of fate occurred. Bitten by a zombie, he didn't succumb to the infection; instead, he evolved, gaining a system that granted him extraordinary abilities. Now, Marcus finds himself at the forefront of a battle for survival against the hordes of the undead and the remnants of humanity. His journey takes him from the ruins of his former life to a world of ancient secrets and hidden dangers. As he grows in power, he must confront the true nature of his existence and the fate of the apocalypse.

David Blackwood is a self-made billionaire who has developed an empire in California's competitive economic environment. He is arrogant and vicious, with no time for love, only power. His power spans industries, and his competitors recoil at his name. However, in the economic world, you never know when an enemy will become something more. Ruth is a daring businesswoman with a keen mind, her own empire, and a heart hidden behind iron walls. She is one of the few ladies who is unimpressed by David's wealth and charm, which bothers him. Their feud becomes the talk of New York City, but beneath the squabbles, an obvious attraction simmers. However, their love is not without challenges. Mary, David's personal assistant, holds affections for him and becomes angry as she observes David and Ruth's budding relationship. Meanwhile, his right-hand man, James, a smart businessman, has his own goal, discreetly plotting to destabilize David's empire. Mike, a longtime friend, cautions David that Ruth may have ulterior purposes, but David is too far gone, blinded by love and the desire for power. Ruth and David's love-hate relationship is strained by betrayal and hubris. Every commercial deal puts their influence to the test, but when power becomes an instrument of vengeance, who will make the final move? Will David and Ruth endure the tests of love and power? Will their desire harm them both?

Chris Westminster worked day and night, to cater to his girlfriend and lived in a poor neighborhood with his father. His girlfriend dumped him and he found himself locked away in the police cell, trampled upon by those in power. With no hope of getting out, the most unexpected person sent help, and his life catapulted into a world of mysteries. Will Chris rise to the top with power or will he fall lower than he ever was?