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I Was Caught Up in a Hero Summoning, but That World Is at Peace

I Was Caught Up in a Hero Summoning, but That World Is at Peace

It all happened so abruptly. After finally grasping my situation, I found myself in an entirely different world. Looking around, I noticed others in the same predicament… Could this possibly be one of those Hero developments? Was there a tyrannical Demon Lord needing extermination, or would I be tossed into the maelstrom of war? Whatever it was, I was afraid. I never wanted to be a Hero. I don’t want to harm another…… Ignore the nonsense I was spouting; there was nothing to fret over. The Demon Lord was slain a thousand years ago, and 800 years had passed since the last war. The nobles didn’t treat us summoned like tr*sh; instead, we were kindly cared for. The Demons have been on good terms with Humans for some time now. Dangers, such as monsters, were being taken care of by the Guild and the Order of Knights. What’s more surprising is the fact that I wasn’t even a hero! Instead, I was unintentionally summoned! It also turns out that this world was a world in which the three races, the Spirit World’s Magical Races, the Celestial World’s Divine Races, and the Mortal World’s Human Races, are kind neighbours. Here, everyone lives a peaceful and fulfilling life. In summary, this other world was――at peace. What’s my plan for the future? For my limited stay here, I will live this world to its fullest; going on a cultural exchange, sightseeing, then, after experiencing the festival that is only held once every ten years, …… I shall safely return home. However, despite my lust for a peaceful last year before returning, this planet’s heavyweights have begun amassing around me, and……
Fantasy
1620 Chs
Pampered by Short-Lived Bigshot

Pampered by Short-Lived Bigshot

When they first met, Tang Wan sighed, “The fifth young master of the Jiang family is just as the rumors said. He’s celibate, aloof, prideful, and is a man to be revered. Unfortunately, he’s so smart that he no longer has any will to live, which made him sickly, and he’s going to die soon… Later on, the fifth young master brought her into his room. When she came out, everyone stared at her in shock. Why was she crying? …… Later on, it was said that the fifth young master returned after he recovered from his illness, and he brought a girl back. She appeared pure and harmless, but underneath that harmless appearance, she was actually a spitfire that offended quite a number of people. But the fifth young master just said, “I brought her back, so I’ll let her do whatever she wants. If… anything happens, I’ll take responsibility.” His best friend gave him a reminder. “You’re going to be responsible for someone from the Tang family?” “Since she came back with me, she’s mine. She’s just a young girl and is spoilt. I have to take responsibility.” After Tang Wan married into the Jiang family, she only had one mission. She must give birth to his children before he died! Meanwhile, the fifth young master was puzzled. “You’re a gentle and shy girl during the day, so why are you so different during the night?” Tang Wan thought. ‘I have to make every second count. He won’t be able to live long.’ After she gave birth to his son and he became one year old, Tang Wan was prepared to become a widow. However… ‘Why isn’t he dead yet?’ Much later, the fifth master of the Jiang family asked her, “I heard that you’ve been looking for my death every day. Do you want to kill me by sucking me dry?”
General
1361 Chs
Reincarnated Hero System

Reincarnated Hero System

It was just a game; one Evan played way too much, but it was still a game in the end. At least it that’s what it was supposed to be... However, on the day the main quest ended, he discovered it was more than just a game. The world of Aidos was real and the demon threat was even more so. He was sent to be the leader of the new generation of heroes and save the world from the demon invasion by the god who made the game. Unfortunately, nothing was as simple as it may have seemed. As the truth behind the invasion and the previous Seven Heroes was slowly revealed, he began to have second thoughts about his choices. He began questioning if the demons were truly the enemies of Aidos. Even more so, when he discovered a new truth. That he may not actually be who he thought he was. #wsa2022 WSA 2022 Entry [Check out my other stories from my profile: Godslayer’s Legend, Reincarnated Hero System & Beyond the Bloodline] ◇ ◇ ◇ Discord Link: https://discord.gg/ZXyAjGtS4r ◇ ◇ ◇ Support Me: https://ko-fi.com/michae_l ◇ ◇ ◇ I'm new to writing so I hope you all will support me on this journey. I'm hoping for your review on what you think about the book. Constructive criticisms are allowed too. Cover by KingU ◇ ◇ ◇ DISCLAIMER! This novel is a work of fiction and though it draws inspiration from historical places and events, it is by no means meant to be a realistic representation of any current or historical events, places cultures, or people. The story may contain themes and events that may be disturbing to some people and if you are "triggered" by pretty much anything at all, It may not be suitable for you as I will not limit myself in terms of themes, events, or topics while writing.
Fantasy
1301 Chs
Hero of Darkness

Hero of Darkness

Elric's life had been nothing short of a nightmare since his childhood. He was constantly bullied at school, detested and ignored by his family, and left with nobody to care whether he lived or died. The accumulated loneliness and suffering from decades pushed him into a severe depression, and he ultimately decided to take his life’s final decision… Suicide. One day, Elric's soul heard a voice calling out to him. "Wake up, Elric. I am the God of Darkness, and I'm here to give you another chance at life." To the God of Darkness, Elric replied with only two words… "Fuck off!" Now forced with the possibility of a new life despite his unwillingness… Elric must decide whether to become a puppet or forge a new destiny with his own hands. Will he overcome his traumatic past, or will he squander yet another chance at life? Join the Protagonist on his journey as he is given an impossible task while striving to become one of the strongest beings in a world full of Magic, Mythical creatures, Dragons, and Gods. ---------------- [[Author : The protagonist of this story is a scheming mastermind who doesn't trust anyone and plans everything based on his present strength, knowledge and circumstances. No Romance, Harem, or Fan-service here. The main character is also not an Edgelord or a Psychopath who kills people without reason. Character development is a gradual process as the Main Character learns to acknowledge and overcome his flaws. This is a story for those who appreciate a psychologically well-developed character. The protagonist is an Antihero character who exists in the gray area between good and evil. This is a story for those who enjoy complex characters, greatly improving and expanding World-building along with intricate plots. If you are looking for a story with a nuanced and morally ambiguous yet humorous protagonist in a mature and gritty world, then this is the novel for you.]] ---------------- Note : Character Reference Arts available in chapter comments. You can also support me on Patreon : Just type HeroOfDarkness in Creator search menu. Discord Link : https://discord.gg/DstSrGK4dn ---------------- Note : Vote for the Novel for extra weekly chapters. 500 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter per week 1000 Power Stones = 2 Extra Chapters per week 2500 Power Stones = 5 Extra chapters per week 500 Golden Tickets = 2 Extra chapters per week 1000 Golden Tickets = 3 Extra chapters per week 1500 Golden Tickets = 7 Extra chapters per week
Fantasy
1262 Chs
What are the common themes in anti hero short stories?
Self - discovery is also a theme. Anti heroes are often on a journey to figure out who they are. In 'A Good Man Is Hard to Find', the Misfit is trying to come to terms with his own identity in a world that he feels has wronged him. And then there's the theme of rebellion. Anti heroes tend to rebel against the established norms and values. They don't conform, like Bartleby in 'Bartleby, the Scrivener' who rebels against the work system.
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2024-10-25 11:54
Can you recommend some anti hero short stories?
Well, 'Young Goodman Brown' by Nathaniel Hawthorne is an example. Goodman Brown is an anti hero. He embarks on a journey into the forest where he encounters the devilish side of his Puritan community. His experiences shatter his faith and innocence in a way that makes him a complex and non - heroic character. These stories all offer interesting perspectives on the anti hero concept.
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2024-10-26 15:56
Anti-Japanese hero short story recommendation
The following are some recommendations for short stories about heroes who fought against the Japanese: 1. Blood in the Sky: This is a short story written by Xianzhen. You can read this novel on Qidian Chinese Network. 2. Nanjing City Walls: This is also a short story, the author is unknown. It could also be read on Qidian Chinese Network. 3. " Super War Spirit of the Anti-Japanese War ": This novel tells the story of the special forces king who transmigrated and became a wounded soldier of the Eighth Route Army. He won a great victory with other anti-Japanese heroes in the Anti-Japanese War. Please note that the novels recommended above are based on the search results provided. There may be other short stories of anti-Japanese heroes that have not been mentioned.
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2025-01-03 13:04
Anti-hero novels
He recommended a few novels. " Anti-Japanese Iron-Blooded Soldiers ", a military war novel written by Crazy Not Crazy enough. Leng Jian brought new recruits back to defend their homes. " One Must Have Luck to Cultivate." It was a Xianxia Cultivation novel by Xu Xuanmo. The main character, Kong Jiao, was 17 years old and had the system to see luck. She relied on her hard work to plunder luck to obtain opportunities. The male and female characters were well portrayed, and the plot was reasonable. It was an unfinished 1.88 million word story about food and grass. " The Rogue Hero of the War of Resistance." It was a military war novel written in pursuit of happiness. It was about the anti-Japanese stories of small characters. " Hong Kong Comprehensive: The Strongest Fusion, Opening the Road to Power and Ambition " was a novel created by Skyline Broken Moon Blade. Song Tianen was reborn in the Hong Kong film and Hong Kong manga fusion world. The fusion of experts from all worlds was super cool. The book list was not bad. " The End of the Road of the Invincible Heroes " was a virtual online game novel written by the Memory Loss Clock. It was set in the Invincible Heroes genre. The main character was ordinary but not ordinary. The pace was slow but the setting was interesting. The old book was not finished in 2012, and the updates were stable now. It was a masterpiece of the Invincible Heroes genre. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
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2026-03-21 23:05
Stories about Joker and Anti - Hero Male Reader
One possible story could be that the male reader, as an anti - hero, teams up with the Joker in Gotham. They might initially have a common enemy, like a powerful and corrupt crime syndicate that has been squeezing out both the Joker's chaotic 'business' and the anti - hero's attempts at vigilante justice. The dynamic between them would be tense yet interesting, as the anti - hero has a moral code, albeit a flexible one, while the Joker has none. Their partnership could lead to some wild and unpredictable adventures in the dark alleys and rooftops of Gotham.
2 answers
2024-11-23 08:17
What are the common themes in dark anti - hero stories?
One common theme is moral ambiguity. Dark anti - heroes often operate in a gray area between good and evil. For example, in 'The Punisher', Frank Castle's methods of killing criminals are illegal, but he's targeting bad people. Another theme is the struggle with inner demons. Like in 'Joker', Arthur Fleck battles with his mental illness and the way society treats him, which leads to his dark actions. Also, revenge is a big theme. Many dark anti - heroes are out for revenge against those who have wronged them or society in general.
3 answers
2024-12-09 03:54
What are the common traits of anti - hero OCs in 'My Hero Academia Anti - Hero OC Fanfiction'?
A lot of anti - hero OCs have a sense of justice that is different from the mainstream heroes. They might not care about fame or public approval like the heroes do. Instead, they focus on what they think is right, which could involve breaking some laws or going against the hero establishment. Their appearance might also be more edgy or different from the clean - cut hero look. They could have a more 'street - smart' attitude rather than the polished hero demeanor.
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2024-11-15 08:13
What makes an anti - hero in a 'tormentor mine' - related anti - hero novel unique?
An anti - hero in such a novel is unique because they are often not the typical 'good guy'. Instead of following the traditional heroic path, they might use the 'tormentor mine' situation to their advantage in ways that are not always morally upright. For example, they could use the danger of the mines to eliminate their enemies while also putting innocents at risk.
3 answers
2024-11-06 05:59
Is Thanos an anti-hero in comics?
Yes, Thanos can be considered an anti-hero in some comic storylines. He has complex motivations and actions that don't fit the typical villain mold.
2 answers
2024-10-09 01:26
Is Venom an anti-hero in the comics?
Yes, Venom is often considered an anti-hero in the comics. He has a complex character with both villainous and heroic traits.
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2024-10-15 04:43
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