the shield of achilles

"Ride to Fight, Fight to Ride! This is the law of Harsh Tracks." * The magician werewolf juggler found the boy beyond the shield when a dark wraith was about to take his body. He noticed that there was something wrong with this human boy. He had power. One of the strongest ones that could give the half-god the advantage of taking retribution on his father and other gods... The boy's power became a Secret to protect his head... To keep the memory safe the juggler locked it in a queen card and left it for the boy... The boy must protect himself from greedy eyes... Follow the story to know how Bo overcomes the struggles... ** “Hey Bo, the girl sneaked inside the Feral kin building.” “Send a naughty fly to scan the place!” He hit the brake icon and the car smoothly stopped. “T, make sure you record everything and send it to Fai if we didn’t return within thirty minutes.” "The time had set from now." A woman's voice said. The car operator activated and three of them moved out to follow the girl… Volume one: Feral Engines ____ Volume two: The core seekers The hunters of pixie cores sacrifice the life of Vita for the sake of money and the consumers of the cores waste that valuable element of life to gain more magic or power their engines... **This is a mystery fantasy, follow the MCs and support characters to unlock the mysteries. ** This is a dipolar world (Modern took a side with traditional, a world full of angry half-gods, demons, and filthy creatures. A home where the settlers despite their differences must go hand in gloves to survive. I don't own the art on the cover if you know the artist please direct me on my discord. *This is a fantasy world made by Author.* Please Vote with power Stones.

Iwatani Naofumi is summoned to another world to become one of the 4 heroes, namely the Shield Hero. Starting out with poor popularity and labeled as the weakest, Naofumi found himself betrayed on the 3rd day of his adventure. Losing faith and money, all that left is just his shield. Vowing to exact revenge to those who had betrayed him, Naofumi's path is... NOTE: THIS NOVEL IS NOT MINE AND I MAKE NO CLAIM OF OWNERSHIP FOR THIS TRANSLATION OF THiS SERIES, I AM MERELY PORTING THIS FROM ANOTHER SITE FOR MY OWN CONVENIENCE THE SITE FROM WHICH I AM PULLING THIS TRANSLATION IS LISTED HERE: http://swordandgame.blogspot.com/p/blog-page.html?m=1 ALL CREDIT GOES TO THESE GUYS FOR FINDING AND TRANSLATING THE SERIES

Have you ever wondered in games, "Why are the characters doing all of this?" Most games tell you this straight forwardly, but what about games that are elusive about their stories? In the year 2XXX, a new game, known as Battle Master Online, is out and the whole world is playing it.... well all except for 9 year old Nynn Denson who had lost his father 1 year prior to the release of the game, leaving his mother in almost irreversible depression. As such Nynn sought out to find a way to lift back her spirit, only to stumble upon BMO a pc Battle Simulation Adventure Game. Upon finding, it and looking into it, he found a group called the Lore Hunters and got drawn to the idea of a hidden ending to "the game with no end". Seven years later and Nynn through many hardships had finally gotten the game, only now it's a VMMORPG and with more lore than ever. With thoughts of adventuring with his mother and hunting for lore at the forefront of his mind, he was ready for his adventure. But problems started to arise as a mass hacking in the background thwarts all of his plans by sub-controlling his actions and getting him and some random players roped up in a tech uprising... with nothing but a shield??!!! Will he be be able to see the ending, or will the trials ahead be too much for our young Battle Master! | Note:cover is not mine. Should any problems arise I would like to ask the owner(s) of said picture to send me information on how to compensate for breaching the copy write laws. Thanks and enjoy reading |

The artifact hunters, Ethan and Vincent, worked together to find valuable artifacts across the galaxy. But due to greed from Vincent, Ethan was betrayed by him and ran off with artifacts that would have made them both rich. Ethan wanted his revenge, and once he heard that Vincent found an untouched star system, containing a long-gone civilization, he wanted to try his best to follow him there to try and gain the most valuable artifacts there. And he did manage it, but only to accidentally activate a strange artifact that made him and Vincent be transported to a different place. Now lost, they needed to find the way back from this strange and mysterious place. ------------------------ Length: I try to keep the chapters around 2000 words, but sometimes I would do more. The first chapter is the only one for now that has over 4000 words. schedule: ***On Pause*** ------------------------ I would gladly appreciate getting reviews. Just to know if you guys like this story

Attention: It is preferable to read from your phone in portrait mode. Remember to change your favorite background for better visualization. ~Author. ----------------------------------------                         System *Forced ----------------------------------------           Level: 10=24           +HP: ====       anaM: *Broken   *Broken: *Broken         *Broken: ===== ====             Null---                                 >>Permation Inforsonal ---------------------------------------- *Examining the flawed system. The system horribly crashed. System: "*Bzzzzzzzzzzzt." *Lost signal. *I lifting Myra's body. positioned in front of a vast sea while perched on the cliff's edge. observing the enormous strange beast with its five heads and lengthy neck. "We tried everything..." *All of the warriors have died. afloat on the ocean. on the water. near the cliff. Anywhere. a collapsed building. Street. ... "Myra..." ... *Eerhrhrhh... *HÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀ!!!!!! *Beast roaring in the fog. ... ... *Place Myra's body on the ground gradually. ... *Eerhrhrhh... *HÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀ!!!!!! ... ... ... *Picking up a sword. raising it. grabbing a big shield that was on the ground and crushed. raising it. "I'm sorry..." *Eerhrhrhh... "I broke my promise." *HÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀÀ!!!!!!

The Monarchy of Waybrook, a kingdom of Rolyat, was my home, my fortress, and I was willing to do anything to protect it and ensure a good life for my subjects, my only impediment to realizing my dreams was my own father, the King. My father was a perfect despot, and after many years in hold and many mistakes the council was unsatisfied, the population in revolt and a possible uprising was more than right, and I knew that if I wanted to change that I had to take the throne as eldest, but how could I do that without a husband as the archaic law of our country dictated? I don't know, and I'm with tied hands. But if marrying a complete stranger was the price of my people's freedom from my own father's clutches, would I be willing to pay it? Even if it cost me my freedom and having to live away from the one I really love? That's what I had to find out. |MATURE CONTENT SINCE CHAPTER 40|

In Shield of Vengeance, Arie, a young boy marked by strange patterns in his eyes, is thrust into a life of relentless training, his parents believing him destined for greatness as a warrior. Desiring only friendship, Arie's world is shattered when his village is razed by a dragon and treacherous foes. Amidst the chaos, Sara, a girl who had shown him kindness, dies protecting him. Determined to avenge his village, Arie embarks on a journey of self-discovery, mastering powerful magic, discovering ancient secrets, and wielding a legendary katana. But as Arie grows stronger, he learns that the true battle may lie not just in revenge, but in protecting those he loves from the shadows of his past. In this world where magic and might determine one's fate, Arie, a young adventurer, fights not just for survival but for a place in a realm that values power above all. From completing seemingly impossible quests to discovering hidden truths about his mysterious past, Arie's journey takes an unexpected turn when he encounters Princess Lea, a royal with secrets of her own. As Arie enrolls in the prestigious magic academy, he quickly finds himself entangled in a web of rivalry, admiration, and danger. His unique ability to wield a rare, mysterious form of Creation magic sets him apart, drawing the attention of allies and enemies alike. Yet, beneath the academy’s grandeur lies a looming threat—an ancient power that could disrupt the kingdom’s fragile peace. Can Arie rise above the challenges, master his newfound powers, and navigate his complex relationship with Princess Lea? Or will the weight of destiny crush him before he unravels the true extent of his potential?

(GL) Two girls. Two weapons. Two kingdoms. Born with the ability to use the sword and shield passed down for generations, two girls and their group of weapons wind up working together to find answers on how they came to be. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ “My body burned with sharp prickles all over. I couldn’t stand for much longer and fell to my knees. The pain was numbing but not enough. My right arm was being crushed and reassembled over and over again until it formed the shape of the weapon I once held. I looked over at my comrades. Dead. All of them.”

“Daddy.” One word was enough to freeze Crowson Bunwell, the Unkillable Ogre, the Hero's Strongest Shield, in place. He had survived monsters, dungeons, and deadly missions, but nothing prepared him for a little girl suddenly calling him father. Crowson had been single his entire life, still lived with his parents, and knew more about smashing beasts than raising children. Now, with a mysterious girl calling him father at his side and a dangerous dungeon raid ahead, the feared Vanquisher must face his strangest mission yet: becoming a father.

Sophia Jones never imagined that saving a boy from a brutal gang attack would change her life forever. When the powerful Smith family offers her a job as a bodyguard for their youngest son, Anthony, she seizes the opportunity—unaware of the dangerous world she’s stepping into. The Smith Group is more than just an empire; it’s a fortress of secrets, betrayals, and ruthless power struggles. As Sophia earns their trust, she catches the attention of Raymond Smith—the enigmatic and untouchable heir who sees through her every move. Their undeniable chemistry is dangerous, but Sophia has already given her heart to someone else… a love she’s held onto for twelve years. But when old enemies resurface and betrayals hit too close to home, Sophia must decide: will she remain a silent shield for the Smiths, or will she fight for the life—and love—she truly wants? A story of power, protection, and passion, The Billionaire’s Silent Shield is a gripping romance packed with suspense, action, and an irresistible slow-burn romance that will keep you turning pages until the very end.