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The side-Character's Gambit

Rias wakes up in pain—only to realize he is no longer in his own world. He has transmigrated into The Ascension of the Third Born, the very novel he once wrote. Worse, he is not the hero, the villain, or even a rival worthy of attention. He is Rias von Leonhart: the duke’s illegitimate son, a fragile noble with low mana, no talent, and a fate so insignificant that his death barely earned a paragraph in the original story. Surrounded by prodigies within the fearsome Leonhart family, Rias is the weakest piece on the board. His siblings are monsters of sword and magic, his father is a legendary duke, and noble society has already decided his worth—or lack of it. In a world where strength defines survival, Rias possesses none of it. Except knowledge. He knows the future. He knows the wars, the betrayals, and the rise of the empire’s third prince—the true protagonist whose ascent will crush countless lives along the way. Rias also knows one crucial truth: chasing power head-on will only get him erased by the story itself. So he chooses a different path. Abandoning reckless ambition, Rias resolves to survive through foresight, restraint, and positioning. He will become useful without becoming threatening, present without standing in the spotlight. As the academy draws near and the plot begins to move, Rias must navigate deadly politics, monstrous talents, and a narrative that was never meant to spare him. This is not the tale of a chosen hero. It is the story of a forgotten side-character who knows the script—and intends to outlive it. So tell me— Are you ready to step into the abyss with the weakest piece on the board? [Note: This novel doesn’t have a golden finger or any kind of cheat system like my first work. The protagonist doesn’t get power handed to him—he has to grind for it, struggle through failures, and earn every bit of strength the hard way.]
Astral_Weaver · 25.1k Views

The Cold-Hearted Royal Guard

In her past life, Elmira was the ultimate shield—a top-tier bodyguard who never let her guard down. But even the strongest shield can be broken from behind. A single act of betrayal ended her career—and her life. Or so she thought. Opening her eyes in a filthy slum of a medieval world, she finds herself trapped in the frail body of a young girl named Maria. No weapons, no backup, and no strength. Just a gnawing hunger and a world that preys on the weak. But they are wrong about her. She is not just a helpless child. Deep inside... lies the mind of a veteran operative armed with modern knowledge. A sleeping beast waiting for the right moment to wake up. When danger inevitably comes knocking, the world will learn a terrifying lesson: You can strip a soldier of her armor, but you can never take away her lethality. From the dregs of the slums to the halls of the Royal Academy, this is the story of a girl who swore never to trust again—yet finds herself wielding her sword to protect once more. What to expect: Smart & Ruthless Female Lead: A protagonist who thinks before she acts and isn't afraid to get her hands dirty. Brains over Brawn: The MC has low mana capacity. She wins through strategy, modern martial arts (Judo/CQC), and physics—not by overpowering enemies. Psychological Depth: A realistic portrayal of trauma and trust issues. No instant "power of friendship." Magic Academy Arc: School life, but with high stakes, political schemes, and class discrimination. Weak-to-Strong: A steady progression where the MC earns her power through hard work and cleverness. Modern Knowledge: Using science to exploit magic systems. Cinematic Style: immersive descriptions. Perfect for readers who enjoyed: The tactical genius of "The World's Finest Assassin," the emotional depth of "Violet Evergarden,", the darkness of "Made In Abyss" and in the underdog triumphs of "The Irregular at Magic High School." If you are looking for a protagonist who uses science to defy magic and cold logic to survive betrayal, welcome to Maria’s world. DAILY UPDATES. also this novel is published in these two: https://www.scribblehub.com/ https://www.royalroad.com/
S_A_B_Grant · 3.4k Views

[BL] My Cute Spouse Is The Strongest Assassin But He's SUPER HYPER!!

***WARNING!!!! 21+ AREA ONLY! BE WISE TO CHOOSE WHAT YOU READ!*** Calian Larvin is the youngest son of the Duke Larvin family, the strongest noble house that highly values power throughout the entire Empire. At the age of twelve, during the talent confirmation ritual at the Great Temple, Calian is declared to have no abilities or to be 'worthless'. However, amidst this verdict, Calian sees a truth unknown to others: he possesses a mysterious power called "Time Loop." Deemed a disgrace and a burden, Calian is immediately banished to the secluded West Pavilion by his father. He lived in the west pavilion with renewed determination, because his mother had given him the freedom to develop his blessing to become strong again. No one in his family knew about Calian's [Time Loop] power. It is there that fate leads him to meet a severely injured beastfolk. Calian nurses him back to health and that beastfolk name is Wolvin. They live together in the isolation of the West Pavilion, sharing the silence and gradually growing close until the seeds of love blossom between them. Life takes a monumental turn when Calian not only realizes that Wolvin is a True Assassin, one of the strongest classes in existence. Following a heartfelt proposal, Calian and Wolvin marry, forming an unexpected bond. The surprises, however, don't stop there, as Calian must confront the reality that his spouse, the formidable True Assassin, turns out to be SUPER HYPER! Fully equipped with his newfound mastery over time, Calian decides to leave the empty luxury behind. Together with Wolvin, Calian abandons the West Pavilion and chooses the path of an adventurer, commencing a journey to reshape his own fate and challenge the world alongside his powerful and slightly troublesome, True Assassin. However, their work as adventurers is merely a cover to hide their real job: hired assassins. And then... Please read it yourself... v^.^v
JulianJujika · 39.2k Views