underdog rise

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.

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.

In a mystical World, Ikenna, a young boy, is captured and enslaved. But fate takes a twist when his captor, the fearsome general of the conquering tribe, adopts him as a son. He is raised in a family of elite warriors, Ikenna is thrust into a world of guarded secrets, rigorous training and ancient rituals that forge mystical fighters. As he trains alongside other children and undertakes perilous missions, Ikenna grows stronger, but his life is upended when a dangerous conspiracy leads to the death of his adoptive father. Now driven by revenge and ambitions, Ikenna navigates a dangerous world filled with betrayals, power struggles and dark secrets. Will he rise to the top and avenge his father? Or will the weight of his past crush him?

In life, he was an orphan, bullied and overlooked, even ridiculed by those he tried to protect. But in death, he transforms into a warrior destined to rise among the gods. At just 18 years old, a young Filipino sacrifices his life to save the girl he loves from a horrific fate. After being pushed from a towering construction site, he finds himself in the afterlife, standing before divine judges who will determine his eternal destiny. Depending on his beliefs, he is sent to a heaven beyond anything he ever imagined—a realm filled with beings from various faiths and mythologies, from the golden gates of Christian Heaven to the battle halls of Valhalla and the majestic peaks of Olympus. In this afterlife, power isn’t simply handed out; it must be earned. Armed only with his determination, a mysterious system, and the haunting memories of his past, this young soul embarks on a dangerous journey. He fights against powerful beings from different heavens and faces demons sent to torment the living. Along the way, he meets people who inspire him to grow stronger. Guided by the system he has received, he strives to ascend toward divinity, carving out his own path in a world where respect is earned through combat and power is claimed through effort.

Luke West, is a 21-year-old college slacker, has two great passions in life—gaming and skipping class. But if there’s one thing he truly despises, it’s rodents. Rats, in particular. Creepy, sneaky, and downright disgusting. He can’t stand the sight of them. One fateful day, on his way to pick up the latest game release, Luke is hit by a truck. Just before the darkness takes him, he catches a glimpse of something impossible—a rat grinning at him. When he wakes up, it’s not in a hospital bed. No, it’s worse. Much worse. He’s been reincarnated as a rat. A creature he’s hated his whole life. Forced to live among the very vermin he loathes, Luke is determined to survive, plotting a way to escape this nightmare. But the more time he spends among the rats and other beastmen, the more he starts to see the truth: maybe it’s not the rats or the beastmen who are the problem—maybe humans are the real pests. Just when he’s coming to terms with his new life, he learns of a brewing revolution. The rats and their fellow brethren are planning to rise up and overthrow humanity. War is coming, and Luke must decide where he truly belongs. Excerpt: “If I get out of this alive, I’m going vegan,” Luke muttered, scampering through the sewer. “Who’s alive?” a rat beside him snickered. “You’re one of us now. Get used to cheese cravings.” “I hate cheese,” Luke hissed. The older rat raised a brow. “Oh, sweet summer child. Give it time.”

Rick, a 25-year-old young man, found his life shattered after an incident that put him behind bars. During his year in prison, he was isolated from the outside world, not realising that life out there had turned into a nightmare. A giant, pitch-black eye-shaped hole appeared in the sky, followed by dimensional portals that spread across the world. Monstrous monsters, once mere animals, now roam the streets, while mysterious towers rise from the ground, signalling a new era of fear and uncertainty. A global crisis strikes, civilisations collapse, and humanity splits into two groups, those endowed with supernatural powers, and those who remain weak, struggling to survive amidst the destruction. Inside a dark and cramped prison, Rick surmises that he has been forgotten by the world. However, fate had other plans for him, revealing that he had been chosen as a Vassal of Heimdall, the Gatekeeper and Seer of All. Extraordinary powers rose up within him, giving him the ability to sense the changes in the world and see the truth behind the curtain of reality. With this gift, he now has the chance to redeem himself and unravel the mystery behind the catastrophe that has struck the earth. With the world having turned into a danger-filled dystopia, Rick must break out of prison, master his new powers, and survive amidst the chaos. As a Vassal of Heimdall, he must use his abilities to deal with threats coming from an alien dimension, as well as uncover secrets that could save humanity from total destruction. Will Rick be able to use his powers to get the world back on track? Or is this new era the beginning of something much bigger than he ever imagined?

The Dragon Emperor of Another World follows Ethan Lockwood, an ordinary college student and dedicated VR gamer, whose life is abruptly transformed. While immersed in the hyper-real MMORPG The End of the Divine Realm, Ethan’s greatest achievement is forming an unbreakable bond with Celestia Draconyx—a striking half-dragon princess who adores him as her master. After a grueling three-day gaming marathon to unlock the coveted Arcane Godslayer Gear, Ethan collapses and awakens in a vivid fantasy realm, still clad in his game gear and with Celestia at his side in flesh and blood. Determined to survive in this dangerous new world, Ethan embarks on a perilous journey across towns and cities, adapting his gaming instincts to real-world battles. Along the way, he gains crucial equipment upgrades from the legendary craftswoman Eileen. Confronting monstrous foes and navigating treacherous wilderness, Ethan gradually evolves from a mediocre gamer into a formidable warrior. United by Celestia’s fierce loyalty and protective nature, he discovers that true strength lies in unity, adaptability, and relentless determination. His epic journey—brimming with fierce battles, political intrigue, and personal sacrifice—culminates in his rise as the Dragon Emperor, uniting fractured realms into an empire where power, wisdom, and love reign supreme.

In a world where magic and commerce collide, Norwegian trader Erik Solheim discovers TradeSpire, a revolutionary app that links Earth’s economies with the mystical realms. What begins as a journey to financial freedom quickly spirals into a high-stakes battle when he uncovers the matrix—a labyrinthine system controlled by an ancient AI and a shadowy group known as the Syndicate. As he masters the matrix’s secrets, Erik gains the power to influence entire realms and global markets, but his rise attracts powerful enemies intent on preserving their dominance. To dismantle the Syndicate’s stranglehold, Erik must confront the app’s creator, the enigmatic and godlike Elara, in a final trade that will determine the fate of both dimensions. Packed with intrigue, danger, and breathtaking twists, The Codex Trader is a gripping tale of courage, resilience, and the quest for balance in a world where trade is the ultimate weapon.

Once the rightful heir to the prosperous Ashford family, he was cast aside, he was betrayed by those who should have stood by him. Stripped of his name, his home, his and his father’s honor, they vanished into the shadows, only to rise again—stronger, colder, and more powerful than anyone could have possibly imagined. Now, Luca Ashford reigns over the vast quarry with absolute authority, a force that none dare challenge. His presence commands fear, his words are law, and his mysterious abilities make disobedience impossible. But beneath the cold, unshaken exterior, a burning fire rages—one fueled by vengeance. His family thought they had erased him. They thought he would fade into obscurity. They were wrong! He has returned. And this time, he will not be denied or cast aside. This time, the empire will either bow to him… or it will burn at his feet! Find out how it all plays out on ‘The EXILED LORD’ written by LADY E.

He was the strongest Arch Angel... until the ones he trusted most betrayed him. Lucifer, radiant, ruthless, revered. Slain in a brutal ambush by his fellow angels and demon lords, his legend was supposed to end there. But Lucifer was a being that defied even fate itself. Reborn as Arthur Stark, a genius heir on a distant world, he lives unaware of the divine power buried within him. Until battle awakens something ancient, something unstoppable. Now, with war looming across realms and his true identity resurfacing, Arthur must rise, not just for revenge, but to claim the destiny even the heavens fear. This is a story of betrayal, power, and a fallen star destined to ignite the cosmos.