the jester

‘I must entertain the masses.’ This was Jester’s lifelong goal. After leading 12 different lives as a Hero, King, Sage, Jester, and more, all he wanted was to mock the king and his court. Unfortunately for him, his majesty didn’t appreciate his vicious jokes. Jester died, trying to flee for his life. But death wasn’t the end for him. For his 13th and last life, he triggered the Archetype System and reincarnated in a world of magic and perils. [This is your last life. Don’t waste it!] [Welcome to the world of Archetypes!] Soon, players from Earth would flood into his new world. But even players won't escape from his clutches! Even people from the Earth will be tamed! — Cover image taken from Pinterest.

Branded a scammer, a thief and a con artist, Si-eun became a fugitive following the betrayal of his friend and sworn brother Javier, the one who stole his life's work, his business from him and framed him for its downfall. Hunted by loansharks and enraged investors for months, he wandered from city to city until his luck eventually ran out. At the moment of his pathetic death, a god intrigued by his desperation to live offered him another chance at life—Only for Si-eun to awaken inside a familiar world, the world of an MMORPG game he once played, even worse… he inhabited the body of Azazel Von Astavore, a useless extra destined to die in every playthrough of the game. ____ Check out my other works too.

"ChronoComedy: The Time-Traveling Jester" is an exhilarating and whimsical novel that seamlessly blends elements of fantasy, comedy, adventure, action, and science fiction. The story follows Max, a struggling stand-up comedian in the futuristic city of Neotropolis, who stumbles upon a mysterious time-traveling device known as the Tick-Tock Trinket. Accidentally transported to the enchanting realm of Faetasia, Max discovers a land where humor is revered and embarks on a quest to master the Trinket's powers. Guided by his newfound friend, Sprig, and joined by the once-humorless sorcerer Blighto, Max navigates Faetasia's bizarre landscapes, using his comedic talents to bring laughter and unity wherever he goes. Together, they encounter eccentric characters, face off against rivals, and unlock the secrets of the multiverse. As Max's reputation as the "Time-Traveling Jester" grows, he faces challenges from other time travelers and dimension-hoppers who seek to exploit the Trinket's power. Each chapter takes readers on a rollercoaster of laughter and action, as Max and his companions use humor to overcome obstacles and foes. Throughout the novel, Max's journey transcends mere comedy; it becomes a quest to protect the balance of humor in the multiverse, and he discovers that laughter has the power to unite even the most disparate worlds. "ChronoComedy: The Time-Traveling Jester" is a delightful and imaginative tale that showcases the importance of humor, friendship, and the boundless possibilities of the multiverse. It's a story that will leave readers laughing, cheering, and eagerly turning the pages to see where Max's time-traveling adventures will take him next.

In Liveria, a kingdom gilded in gold and loneliness, Princess Elsbeth moves like a shadow present, but never truly seen. Her life changes the moment a nameless black book slips into her hands, whispering of histories the world has tried to forget. The Eleventh Jester arrives in Liveria. Heir to a centuries-old curse, he wears laughter like a chain: an immortal fool who must speak only truth wrapped in riddles a joke or a mocking song, a son bearing the burden his mother could never escape. He cannot die yet each jest costs him something that feels very close to it. Two unseen souls, one hidden in silk, the other in bells, Cross paths.

"Asshole, scum, piece of shit, or villain—call me whatever you like, but make sure to give me a good rating for my hero service, you got that?" Veyn dreams of becoming a top hero. It is not because he yearns for peace or a world without villains, but because of the most superficial reasons imaginable: wealth, fame, and power. Still, despite possessing the power to become a great hero, Veyn lacks PR training and always speaks his mind without a filter, which makes everyone around him furious. Nonetheless, Veyn keeps trying to climb the hero rankings, unaware that he is just a chess piece in a game that goes beyond the typical hero-versus-villain narrative. ---------- What to expect: - Strong (not OP), foul-mouthed, and greedy MC - Romance is just a small subplot (no harem) - Academy Arcs in the beginning - World Exploration - Secret Identity - Currently taking a break (Volume 1 finished) ---------- Cover by Dotturndot

Noah was an ordinary young man, rational and observant, until a tragic accident tore his family from him. Awakening in the body of Julien Morvain, a second-rate villain in a world he once knew through a novel, he found himself in a life of nobility, danger, and expectation. With one red eye and one blue, and a past he had never lived, Noah realized he had been given a second chance. In this new life, he did not seek power or glory. Instead, he sought to protect his family, guide those around him, and subtly reshape the events of a story already written. With a cheerful, joking exterior hiding a calculating and fast-thinking mind, he became the Academy’s Jester—a master of misdirection and strategy, wielding a deck of system cards infused with wind and water. At Gurukul Academy, Noah observed the extraordinary power of Daniel Mangrave, the world’s rising prodigy, and realized that brute strength was not the only path. He would support Daniel—not through confrontation, but through empathy, guidance, and emotional understanding, teaching him how to survive, live, and seize the chance to rewrite destiny. In a world where vampires, demons, and powerful warriors shape the fate of nations, Noah’s cleverness, subtlety, and unwavering determination may become the hidden force that changes everything.

In a world of gods, we thought to be fantasy, were all but separated into a different reality. A group of humans was transported from Earth to this world. A beautiful goddess floated above their heads, and her melodious voice shook their hearts. “Greetings everyone, I'm sure you're all surprised and are wondering what's going on. So please, go ahead and ask me any question." As soon as her words stopped, a single hand came up faster than everyone else. "Oh, you're quite fast fufu. Then, what is your question, Luke Kane." As Luke was about to ask how she knew his name, his mouth moved on its own. "Can I have sex with you." "…" "…" "…" ------------------------------------------------ Hello everyone, Luke here, this is a complete rework of Call Me Jester. I'm sorry to those that liked the original work, but I think with this new one, you might like it even more. Expect to have chapters every day... hopefully, and thank you for reading my book! ............................................ Cover art is not mine so credit goes to [HaRim Shin] Their profile can be found here https://www.artstation.com/ryeomi This novel is currently run solo. Everything is done by me. If you want to support me, just give me reviews and tell me what it's like. Also the more readers the more chapters! It's a win-win! Webnovel original

[Kingdom Building x Dark Romance x Monster Taming] Princess Elara was never meant to rule. She was bred to be a prize, a porcelain doll sold to a cruel Prince to seal a political alliance. But on the night of her betrothal, she didn't cry. She ran. Her only ally? Ciro, a lowly court Jester with a painted smile. But as they flee into the deadly Ashlands—a wasteland of toxic dust and ancient monsters—Elara discovers that her fool is no ordinary clown. He is the King's retired Assassin, and his smile hides a thousand kills. Surviving the Ashlands should have been impossible. But Elara possesses a secret even she didn't know: The Royal Bloodline isn't just for show. It is the bio-key to the lost technology of the Old Kings. She doesn't just survive the wasteland; she weaponizes it. With a biological nightmare beast named Ghost at her side, a Reality-Editing Gauntlet on her arm, and a Fallen Assassin guarding her back, Elara is done running. She will turn the scavengers into an army. She will turn the ruins into a fortress. And she will return to the Capital not as a Princess... but as a Conqueror. "They wanted a puppet. I will give them a Queen of Ash."

Synopsis In his first life, Akira Tanaka was an average Earthling with a not-so-average hobby: making terrible jokes and getting into trouble with his wandering eyes. His second life? Well, he became the most feared evil dragon god—a being of immeasurable power who could destroy entire realms with a flick of his claw. His reign of chaos was unmatched, his strength unparalleled, his sense of humor still awful. But even gods meet their end, and Akira did so in a blaze of glory after being defeated by a bunch of overachieving heroes. Just when he thought his story was over, he found himself reincarnated again—this time in a modern world where magic flows as freely as Wi-Fi signals. Now he’s back in high school, hiding his immense power behind the façade of a perverted clown. No one suspects that the guy cracking bad jokes and sneaking peeks into the girls’ locker room is secretly powerful enough to destroy the planet. But when dark forces begin to rise, Akira’s double life as the ultimate goofball and secret powerhouse becomes harder to maintain. Get ready for comedy, chaos, and questionable life choices as the Perverted Jester of Chaos juggles high school hijinks, romance, and epic battles! P.S. He can break trough forth wall. "Heyyy!!!! Don't Spoil them!"

[Hidebound Older Man VS Two-Faced Heiress: Daddy-Type + Seductress + An Old House on Fire] Everyone in Aethelgard says, a man should marry a woman from the West Family. The eldest daughter of the West Family is gentle and virtuous, a sought-after prize in high society. On the eve of her engagement. Her fiancé cheated on her. Willow West, having played the good girl for so long, decides she's done pretending. Fueled by alcohol, she finds a handsome man. Just one wall away from the scumbag ex and his mistress. The next day, she wakes up to her world collapsing. She had slept with the circle's famous 'older man'—Aiden Pierce, her dear uncle's best friend. Her impression of Aiden Pierce wasn't very good. Years ago, when she was having her first romance, she had tried to sneak a kiss with her young boyfriend, only for Aiden Pierce to report her to her uncle before their lips could even meet. The Aiden Pierce of today is even more dull—celibate and restrained, with everyone from his secretary to his assistant being male, and zero romantic scandals to his name. He's nothing short of a hidebound traditionalist! Willow West wants to escape. Aiden Pierce's well-defined hand grips her chin. "Miss West, a man's virtue is still virtue. You must take responsibility for me." * Aiden Pierce, who had practiced self-restraint for thirty years, was captured by Willow West—a woman gentle and demure in public, yet passionate and daring in private. Everyone thought Willow West was a good girl. Only Aiden Pierce knew that behind closed doors, the young woman not only smoked and drank but was also a cool, badass biker. * The assistant has recently noticed a change in the workaholic President Pierce. Not only is he hitting the gym three times a week, but his style has also shifted from uniform high-end suits to a different streetwear brand for every day of the week. His once stern and unsmiling face now frequently breaks into a smile. Even his eternally unchanged screensaver has been replaced. It's now a picture of a sexy, wavy-haired beauty in a black biker suit, holding a cigarette and sitting on a motorcycle!