Webnovel Contest Submission Package
Title:
The One Who Stayed
Title Abbreviation:
TOWS
Author Name:
[Racky]
Genres:
Primary: Action
Secondary: Drama, Romance, Slice of Life
Category:
F/M (slow-burn romance with Levi, protagonist female)
Optional: Gen (for focus on friendship and bonds)
Tags:
Action, Drama, Romance, Slice of Life, Friendship, Leadership, Emotional, Fanfiction
Theme:
Primary Theme: Resilience and Emotional Strength
The protagonist shows that emotional courage and care can anchor a whole group, even in a dangerous world.
Secondary Themes:
Trust and Bonding: Relationships grow organically, especially with Levi, showing mutual reliance.
Sacrifice and Leadership: Staying strong for others becomes the greatest form of leadership.
Hope in Darkness: Even amidst fear and chaos, one steady presence can inspire survival.
Long Synopsis (Essay-style):
In a world dominated by fear and relentless Titans, survival isn't enough—strength must come from more than skill with blades. One person arrives quietly, unnoticed at first, but their presence begins to change everything. Calm, resilient, and observant, they guide Eren, Mikasa, Jean, Connie, Sasha, and even the unyielding Levi through chaos, grief, and danger, proving that courage and care can be just as powerful as any weapon.
Every moment counts: a steady word in the infirmary, a subtle gesture of trust, a quiet leadership during Titan breaches. Through these acts, bonds form—trust deepens—and an unspoken connection grows between the protagonist and Levi, the stoic captain who rarely lets anyone in.
This is a story of resilience, emotional strength, and hope in the darkest times. It's a story where one person's determination to stay calm, to stay present, and to stay human can hold an entire world together.
Will they survive the next Titan assault? More importantly, will the bonds they've forged endure?
"The One Who Stayed" is not just about fighting Titans—it's about fighting fear, holding hearts, and discovering that true strength comes from standing by others when it matters most.
Short Synopsis (Webnovel Ready):
In a world overrun by Titans, one person's calm presence changes everything. Through courage, care, and quiet leadership, they guide Eren, Mikasa, Jean, Connie, Sasha—and even the unyielding Levi—through fear, grief, and danger.
This is a story of resilience, trust, and hope, where one person standing firm can hold an entire world together.
Author Note / Review:
Hello readers and judges!
I'm thrilled to share "The One Who Stayed", a story born from my love for emotional storytelling, action-packed worlds, and slow-burn bonds. This story explores resilience, trust, and the impact one person can have on others in a world filled with fear and danger.
The protagonist isn't just a fighter—they are emotionally indispensable, guiding and inspiring those around them. The bond with Levi develops naturally, slowly, and meaningfully, showing how even the unyielding can soften when trust is earned.
This story combines action, drama, slice-of-life, and emotional depth, and I hope it captivates readers not only with thrilling Titan encounters but also with the quiet moments of care, courage, and hope.
Thank you for reading, and I hope the story resonates as deeply with you as it did with me while writing.
— [racks]
Chapter List:
Arrival
First Impressions
Quiet Observation
Quiet Ripples of Change
The Weight You Lighten
When Presence Becomes Protection
When They Look to You
Shadows That Test
Quiet Trust, Silent Pulls
The Moment That Should Have Broken Them
The Silent Acknowledgment
When the Anchor Begins to Sink
The Wall That Shifts
When They Rally Around You
The Heart That Holds Them All