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Earth's Greatest Magus

Earth's Greatest Magus

#Top 20 Webnovel Best Sellers 2021, 2022, 2023, and in 2024 #### History is said to be written by the victors. If so, how about Earth's history? Two millennia ago, a young boy named Emery met a tragic fate. In his final moments, he was transmigrated and accepted into the Universe's most prestigious school of magic. “You are among the chosen few from thousands of human worlds. Whether you seize this opportunity or not, is up to you. You are at Magus Academy, the pinnacle of humanity's ingenuity. Magic, science, and might are all within reach for those who dare to pursue them." [Scan complete - Quadruple affinity. Water, Earth, Plant, and Darkness.] "A quadruple acolyte! Only one in tens of thousands of acolytes possess this!" Thus began Emery’s journey together with his 4 friends from the furthest corner of Earth. Each year they returned to Earth to grow, seek revenge, save the princess, conquer the world, and become Earth's Greatest Magus. Their names are still etched in our history books to this day. Authors Note: I have always been fascinated by writing fantasy relating to historical facts. In this story, you will find characters inspired by real-world myth and legend. The universe I created hopefully will make the reader's imagination excited and logically plausible. I hope you enjoy it. ### Here are some key aspects you'll encounter: MC: The protagonist follows the classic weak-to-strong arc. World: Picture a blend of Harry Potter and Star Wars. System: While it's primarily a magic-based story, there's a structured system in place that's easy to follow. Additionally, elements of cultivation. Harem: No, there are several female interests. But I enjoy romance first. So even if there will be more than one love interest it will be deep. Note: English is not my first language, but you'll notice that my writing and English skills gradually improve throughout the chapters. Other: The novel delves into deep research on science and history, enriching the storyline with factual and intriguing details. Give it a read—you might be pleasantly surprised by what unfolds. Check Out the Video Trailer on youtube type "Earth's Greatest Magus"
4.5
2487 Chs
Cosmic Trading System

Cosmic Trading System

What did you say? Your mobile phones have eight-core processors? 6G of RAM? 256G of storage? Full charge in an hour and a half? Is that supposed to be impressive? Our mobile phones have sixteen-core processors, 12G of RAM, 1T of storage, and can be fully charged in just ten minutes! What did you say? Your power banks have a capacity of 30,000mAh? They feature bi-directional fast charging? Sorry to break it to you, but our power banks have a 100,000mAh capacity. As for bi-directional fast charging technology... our phones with 10,000mAh large battery capacity can be fully charged in just ten minutes. You want to talk about bi-directional fast charging technology? If others have superior products... I'll provide them at a better price... If others provide a better price... I'll just produce an even better product... Superior electronics, superior cars, superior construction... Ever since Lin Yun acquired the Cosmic Trading System, every industry has started to face fierce disruption... Money is only a minor concern, the real power lies in force! Do you say that Lin Yun's aim is to conquer Earth? No! No! No! You're mistaken, his aim is the universe itself!
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1440 Chs
Humanity's Greatest Mecha Warrior System

Humanity's Greatest Mecha Warrior System

Max always wanted a more exciting life, and after being reincarnated into the far future and a Galaxy in constant war, his wish was granted. Discovered to have a high compatibility with his new world's Technological System, he was drafted as a child into training to become one of their elite Mecha Pilots, the heroes of the Kingdom who face down even the mightiest of threats from inside giant Mecha, wielding the mightiest of weapons known to mankind. All he has to do is prove himself worthy. https://discord.gg/hxTpqZQtKN
4.5
1266 Chs
The Greatest Man Alive

The Greatest Man Alive

As a prison guard, Nathan Evans was not busy with his work. For some reason, all his prisoners were highly obedient and would always respect him even after they got out of prison. However, not everyone would show him respect. Especially when his fiancee Jade broke their engagement in front of everyone. For over a decade, Nathan had been "kind" enough to his prisoners. And now, he would show his "kindness" to the whole world...
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965 Chs
The Greatest Village Doctor In The World

The Greatest Village Doctor In The World

What a miracle! Who knew that one day an obscure village doctor would become the greatest doctor in the world? Ling Feng, who was merely a nameless doctor working in a widows’ village, broke his jade pendant by accident. The mysterious liquid flew into his palm and entered his body, making him untangle all the rare prescriptions documented in a legendary medical book and inherit the pharmacological knowledge from the ancient magical doctor. From that day on, his life became totally different. Li Yumei, the wife of his best friend, became a widow after her husband died of a mining disaster. Ling Feng supported her and her baby financially and protected them from debt collectors. With time going by, he was having a more and more intimate relationship with her. Wang Yan, a beautiful lady who lived in the village, got bitten by a snake. After Ling Feng helped her, she came to his room every night and had a tryst with him. Li Shiyun, the female village head, caught a kind of rare disease. Ling Feng used his medical skills to help cure her of the disease and save her life. Since then, she had owed him a favor. How was she going to pay it back? And what would happen to them in the future?
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874 Chs
Cosmic Professional Gladiator

Cosmic Professional Gladiator

In 2036, mankind steps foot on Mars for the first time. In 2052, Earth holds the first World Martial Arts Tournament, a global martial arts competition watched by the entire planet. Top professional gladiator, “Spear Demon” Xu Jingming, retires at the prime age of 26 with a body ridden with injuries. One day, the United Nations announces that mankind would be ushering in a new era for human evolution. Advanced technology had been found on Mars, a secret kept to this day. Research had been carried out to use science to augment human evolution. All of mankind can now evolve themselves by partaking in this VR experience using the freely distributed VR headset. How will Xu Jingming use this opportunity for all mankind to his advantage?
4.6
813 Chs
THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME

THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME

Dive into a novel about the rise of a legendary sportsman. Follow Zachary Bemba on his journey to become the G.O.A.T (Greatest Of All Time) in the soccer world. He travels back to a time in his past where opportunity abounds. Access to a system capable of propelling him to greater heights is just the icing on the cake. From a nobody born in one of the poorest and most remote places on the planet, he relentlessly pursues his goal of becoming the greatest sportsman the world has ever seen. **** ---- G.O.A.T SYSTEM INITIALIZING ---- ACTIVATION SUCCESSFUL **** My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Mujunel_the_Mystic Book Discord Link: https://discord.gg/NK4Uaw8GRN
4.7
725 Chs
Reborn: Rise of the Greatest Summoner

Reborn: Rise of the Greatest Summoner

[Compatibility Level: 87%] [Soul Transmission Successful] [Character Creation Successful] … Legolas Baron, a man whose curiosity led him to pursue 3 successful careers as a zoologist, martial artist, and game producer has reincarnated in the world of the VR game that he created as a co-producer. Unlike other reincarnators, Legolas was not intimidated by the prospect of reincarnation rather his curiosity became piqued by this phenomenon. He wanted to know how he came to the world of the game that he co-produced. He wanted to understand the sorcery that was behind it. To achieve his goal of getting to the bottom of how he reincarnated, he discovered that the only way to do it was to get to the peak of this game world. Join this epic story as Legolas seeks the truth and sorcery that was behind his reincarnation by making use of his knowledge of the game to exploit invisible loopholes to establish himself as the Greatest Summoner in Dominator. This is the story of how a man’s unshackled curiosity led him to the peak of strength as a Summoner. ***** Bonus Chapter Milestones >200 Power Stones for 1 Bonus Chapter >300 Power Stones for 2 Bonus Chapters >500 Power Stones for 3 Bonus Chapters ***** P.S: Inspiration from The Legendary Mechanic. NOTE: For beast Illustrations, here is my discord server link https://discord.gg/4kauKusRZU
4.0
651 Chs
Greatest Legacy of the Magus Universe

Greatest Legacy of the Magus Universe

The white lotus, a legendary artifact rumored to contain the very secrets of the soul, granted its wielder otherworldly power. Countless powerful Magi from all across the universe waged an epic battle over it. When the dust settled from their fierce clash, the artifact disappeared, awaiting to be inherited by one with great destiny. Adam dreamed of breaking free from the grip of poverty, yearning for a life of riches and comfort. Yet, in a world ruled by arcane spellcasters, achieving such a dream meant becoming one himself. However, learning magic was an expensive aspiration. Not only did it require talent, but also vast resources, neither of which he had. But one day everything changed when he stumbled upon a mysterious white lotus... *** Join my discord: https://discord.gg/w4vACWwfSv
4.1
636 Chs
The Greatest Beast Tamer of Earth

The Greatest Beast Tamer of Earth

In the year 2050, a colossal object suddenly appeared above Earth. Governments worldwide panicked as they saw the technologically advanced marvel with many mystical patterns shining in a purple glow. No one knew what was happening till a humanoid alien emerged. "Humans, I am your ancestor." A voice appeared inside everyone's head. "We distributed our life code with an atmosphere-changing module device to many universes and galaxies, hoping to recover our numbers after the Universe War." "I will now awaken the earth's mana core and install a dimensional dungeon system, which will open many dungeons around the earth." A mystical Golden-Purple Aurora emerged and engulfed the sky; this phenomenon was visible everywhere on Earth. "I'm also leaving behind a System that will guide you to awaken faster and get strong enough to survive on your own. Gaia(system) will explain the rest," He disappeared, and so did his voice and spaceship; it was as if everything was an illusion and he was never present. [Hello Humans, I am Gaia. I will help you all to awaken and become strong] A woman's voice appeared inside everyone's head, which confused them even more. ... It took 300 years for Earth to fully transform; now, many powerful beasts roam all around the world. At the age of ten, everyone becomes eligible to challenge the beginner's trial. Everyone challenges, but not all pass. Those who pass it Awaken, unlocking the ability 'Book of Contracts' and walk on the path of Beast Tamer, but Rishi is someone who has already failed twice and has only one chance left. He wants to Awaken and become a Beast Tamer, but the fear of failing has shackled him, making him a societal failure and a disgrace to the clan. Will he be able to Awaken? Will he become a Beast Tamer? Read "The Greatest Beast Tamer of Earth" for answers.  ... #Few Important things to keep in mind before reading# a.) Here, the Beast Tamers make contracts to cultivate by using Beasts. b.) In it, the focus is also on Individual strength, not totally in Magic Beast, Power of a Beast Tamer= 60% Individual Strength+ 40% Beast. It can be different in certain situations, but generally, this is the case. c.) The story is medium-paced at the beginning but becomes slow-paced later. It shifts from one pace to another according to the plot. d.) The world-building is slightly different; you mostly explore the world through Main Character's POV. e.) The MC may feel more mature than his age but remember that people mature faster in Magic World. He is also ruthless and sly at times. f.) No Harem #Note# The story of Rishi starts from Chapter 2. Chapter 1 explains the incident with the alien in detail. Bonus Chapter Milestones "..." >075 Power Stones for 1 Bonus Chapter >125 Power Stones for 2 Bonus Chapters >160 Power Stones for 3 Bonus Chapters
4.3
608 Chs
What are some of the greatest cosmic horror stories?
3 answers
2024-12-01 19:59
One of the greatest is 'The Call of Cthulhu' by H.P. Lovecraft. It introduces the terrifying and indescribable Cthulhu, an ancient cosmic entity. Another is 'At the Mountains of Madness', which takes readers on a journey to Antarctica and reveals the horrifying secrets of an ancient civilization. And 'The Colour Out of Space' is also notable, with its strange, otherworldly color that brings destruction and madness to a rural area.
Who are the authors known for the greatest cosmic horror stories?
2 answers
2024-12-02 02:46
H.P. Lovecraft is a very well - known author for cosmic horror. His works often feature ancient and powerful entities that are beyond human comprehension, like in 'The Call of Cthulhu'. Another is Algernon Blackwood. His story 'The Willows' has a great sense of cosmic horror. And then there's Clark Ashton Smith who wrote many stories with elements of strange, otherworldly horror.
What are the characteristics of short cosmic horror stories?
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2024-12-14 10:02
One characteristic is the sense of the unknown. They often feature entities or forces that are beyond human understanding. For example, in Lovecraft's works, the cosmic entities are so alien that just looking at them or learning about them can drive a person insane. Another is the use of isolation. Characters are usually in remote or desolate places, like in the middle of a dark forest or on a lonely planet. This isolation heightens the sense of dread.
What are the common themes in cosmic horror stories?
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2024-11-24 19:04
The common themes in cosmic horror stories include the fragility of human sanity. When faced with the vastness and mystery of the cosmos, characters' mental states are severely tested. The concept of forbidden knowledge is also common. In these stories, there is often knowledge that is better left alone, but human curiosity leads to its discovery, with disastrous consequences. And there's the theme of the cosmos as a malevolent or indifferent force. It doesn't care about humanity, and its actions or mere existence can bring about destruction or existential dread to humans.
Who are the authors of the best cosmic horror stories?
3 answers
2024-10-28 00:32
H.P. Lovecraft is a major author of cosmic horror stories. His works like 'The Shadow over Innsmouth' and 'The Dunwich Horror' are classics in the genre. He was really good at creating a sense of unease and dread about the vast, unknowable cosmos.
What are some of the best cosmic horror stories?
2 answers
2024-10-24 18:23
Well, 'Annihilation' by Jeff VanderMeer is a really good cosmic horror story. The way it describes the strange and ever - changing Area X, where the laws of nature seem to be distorted and there are unknowable entities at work, is quite chilling. And then there's 'The Colour Out of Space' by Lovecraft again. It tells of a strange, unearthly color that falls from the sky and brings destruction and madness to a small New England town.
What are the common themes in cosmic horror short stories?
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2024-12-09 06:58
One common theme is the insignificance of humanity. In these stories, humans are often shown as tiny and powerless in the face of the vast and incomprehensible cosmos. Another theme is the unknowable. Cosmic horror often features things that are beyond human understanding, like alien entities or strange dimensions. Madness is also a common theme. Characters often go mad when they are exposed to the cosmic horrors, as their minds can't handle the truth of what they've witnessed.
What are some interesting cosmic horror short stories?
2 answers
2024-11-30 06:54
One interesting cosmic horror short story is 'The Call of Cthulhu' by H.P. Lovecraft. It introduces the terrifying and otherworldly entity Cthulhu, which lies dormant but whose presence can drive people mad. Another is 'The Colour Out of Space' where an other - dimensional color comes to a small town and brings destruction and insanity. And 'At the Mountains of Madness' which details a terrifying expedition in Antarctica where the explorers discover ancient and monstrous secrets.
What are some good cosmic horror stories to read?
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2024-11-28 17:14
Thomas Ligotti's works are also excellent. His stories often explore the more existential and psychological aspects of cosmic horror. 'The Nightmare Factory' is a collection that contains some really disturbing and thought - provoking stories. Also, Algernon Blackwood's 'The Willows' is a classic that creates a sense of unease and dread through its description of nature and the unknown forces within it. In this story, two men on a canoe trip in a desolate area start to experience strange and menacing events that seem to be related to some otherworldly power.
Where can I read cosmic horror stories?
1 answer
2024-11-28 13:42
Your local library is a great place to start. They usually have a section dedicated to horror, and within that, you might find cosmic horror stories. Librarians can also be very helpful in guiding you to specific titles or authors. Additionally, there are some online horror story communities where members share links to free cosmic horror stories.
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