underdog rise

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?

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?

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.”

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.

Long forgotten and cast aside, Silas’s unfortunate and quiet life shatters when a twist of fate reveals his true identity—the heir to a powerful empire. But reclaiming his legacy isn’t a triumph; it’s a war. Betrayed by his foster brother, despised by his ex-wife, and underestimated by enemies lurking in the shadows, Silas must navigate a treacherous world of wealth, power, and revenge. As alliances shift and secrets unravel, he discovers that ascending to the throne comes with a price—and a battle he never expected. Will he rise above the chaos, or will his enemies bury him under the weight of his past?

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.

NEXUS GRANDMASTER is the story of Fang Yu, a transmigrator from modern Earth, thrust into the golden age of a cultivation era on the Eternal Purgatory Planet—a world existing on the ruins of annihilated universes. This singular planet serves as the epicenter of cutthroat competition, where countless cultivators vie to claim ancient inheritances and lost legacies. Discovering that his transmigration and integration with a mysterious Godshard are part of a larger cosmic scheme, Fang Yu must tread a perilous path to uncover the secrets binding his existence. Refusing to be a mere pawn in the game, he embarks on a journey to rise beyond mortal limits and seize control of his destiny.

For years, Raka Nugroho endured humiliation as the "worthless" son-in-law of the Santoso family. Mocked by his wife, Nadine, and despised by his domineering mother-in-law, Rini, he was nothing more than an embarrassment—a man who would never measure up. But what no one knew was the truth. Raka is the hidden heir of the Pratama Group, one of Southeast Asia’s most powerful conglomerates. His grandfather, Pratama Wijaya, kept him in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to reclaim his legacy. That moment arrives at a high-profile family gathering. As the Santoso family schemes to replace him with the arrogant businessman Reza Mahardika, a respected board member of the Pratama Group shocks the room—bowing before Raka and addressing him with a title that changes everything. In an instant, the man they mocked is revealed as the true heir to a business empire. Now, Raka is done playing the fool. With power in his hands, he takes control of the Pratama Group, shaking the business world and forcing those who once scorned him to reconsider their place.His transformation leaves Nadine confused and intrigued—her internal conflict about Raka’s rise adds depth beyond just a "wife who regrets her choices." Not only the Santoso family, but everyone who mocked him—including Reza Mahardika—will have to face the consequences of underestimating him.

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.

Sabito Dimon has always been at the bottom—broke, bullied, and barely scraping by in high school. But when a group of rich kids beat him senseless and tossed him into a lake, they unknowingly awakened something inside him. Now, with a mysterious system of granting high-stakes natural abilities, Sabito has a second chance. A chance to rise above his past, ace the toughest exams, and turn the tables on those who once bullied him!