Kurono Crawford (Chrono Crawford), a noble of Cepheus Empire had a secret. It was that he came from a Different world… Modern Japan. Having the knowledge about the modern weapons and his sense of values, he was an existence almost like a cheat, aiming to be the “Harem king”. Abandoned by his superiors, left in command of the Empire’s rejects consisting of demi-humans such as Minotaurs, Dwarfs, and Elves, and thrust into a position as head of a poor fiefdom, Chrono will do everything he can to rebuild and strengthen his forces and revitalize the land, aided in part by his knowledge of the other world.
Ryuu Yamada, a notorious hardliner and delinquent at Suzaku High, had his regular routine interrupted when he was reprimanded for his lackluster academic performance and indifferent attitude towards school. It was during this moment that he locked eyes with Urara Shiraishi, a top-performing student in their grade. As Shiraishi began her ascent up the stairs, Yamada took it upon himself to taunt her, only to stumble and tumble down, inadvertently bringing Shiraishi down with him. When he awoke in the infirmary, he was stunned to find himself in Shiraishi's body. Through conferring with his new host, Yamada discovered that their body swap had resulted from an accidental kiss during their fall. Equipped with this newfound ability, Yamada's high school life was to be filled with even more excitement and adventure!
Birth of a Hero is an ordinary novel where the kind protagonist, Choi Han, loses everyone he loves and falls deep into desperation. In order to get revenge, he leaves his home and heads to a nearby city where he beats up a low-life, drunken noble who was getting on his nerves, a barely relevant moment for this soon-to-be hero's journey. Unfortunately for Kim Roksu, he wakes up as Cale Henituse—the same drunkard noble who is destined to be beaten by Choi Han. However, Roksu has no intentions of letting the story keep its course and intends to live a peaceful life instead. Using his knowledge of the novel from his previous life and the wealth from his current one, he plans to protect himself with the help of ancient spells in case he encounters the main lead. Cale's wish to be free of worries for the rest of his days sounds easy on paper, but his actions might take him and the story in a completely different direction.
The era of treasure hunters seeking riches, glory, and power while exploring dangerous locations around the globe is at its peak. Kurai Andolihy, driven by a desire to become the most powerful, made a pact with his childhood friends to become treasure hunters. However, on his maiden voyage, he realized he had no natural ability for it. This, however, was only the start of his journey. “I can't do this anymore. I want to quit.” “Understood. So, we should work even harder, cover for your shortcomings, and make them our strength,” his friends replied. “Do not fear, Kurai. We will be your safeguard.” “Watch out, Leader! Stepping on that will trigger a trap that will obliterate you without leaving any trace.” With the help of his exceptional friends and the recognition of rookies and aristocrats, Kurai embarked on a mission to become a hero by finding formidable artifacts. The question remains: Will he be able to leave the life of a treasure hunter behind and retire in peace?
Rein, the Beast Tamer who relied on animals in battle, was a member of the hero's group. However, he struggled to keep up due to his inability to contribute in other ways. "You're only good for entertaining animals. You're dismissed." As a result, Rein was expelled from the party and decides to embark on his own adventure. Along the way, he meets a girl from the powerful feline clan. Meanwhile, the hero's group remains unaware that Rein was instrumental in their previous victories. Thus, the story of a free Beast Tamer and his fateful encounter with a beloved ally unfolds.
After being dismissed from his low-level aristocratic position, Noir Stardia resolves to register at the Hero Academy and enhance his future prospects. To achieve this, he must increase his skills significantly, which calls for admission into the Academy. Noir embarks on a quest to locate a secretive dungeon that purportedly houses unusual creatures and precious treasures. His aspiration is to refine his expertise and bolster his power, ultimately transforming his destiny!
Nestled within the Mud Whale, a vessel that navigates ceaselessly through a sea of sand, exists a community segregated into two distinct groups: the Marked who possess the ability to manipulate "thymia" at the cost of their life span, and the Unmarked who cannot, but hold authoritative positions and lead normal lives. Suffering from hypergraphia, the archivist of the Mud Whale, 14-year-old Chakuro, bears the responsibility of documenting every event that occurs on the island and unexplored territories. While on a quest to discover an uncharted island, Chakuro stumbles upon an injured girl with no recollection of her past. Attacking him upon their encounter, she loses consciousness and is brought to the Mud Whale by Chakuro. As no one has ever encountered an outsider before, the mystery surrounding the girl, nicknamed "Lykos," thickens further with her cold demeanor and exceptional combat skills, hinting that her life experiences deviate greatly from those within the Mud Whale. With the arrival of Lykos, Chakuro is hurled on a fateful journey beyond the shores of the Mud Whale, forever altering his destiny in ways he could never fathom.
At the age of 39, Ryouma Takebayashi passed away peacefully, having lived a life filled with unfortunate events. However, his luck changed when three deities took pity on him and offered him a chance to reincarnate into a magical world. His only mission was to live his life to the fullest and be true to himself. The deities granted Ryouma impressive physical abilities and the power to master all elements, promising to keep a watchful eye over him. Ryouma's new life began as a young child, transported to a lush forest by the deities. After three years, Ryouma had spent most of his time studying and experimenting with slimes, eventually evolving unique types and forming an army while honing his magic skills. Although content with his solitary lifestyle and underground cave dwelling, Ryouma missed human interaction. After healing a wounded traveler from a Duke's household, he was urged to leave his forest abode and join them, bringing along his band of loyal slimes. A new world opened up to him, where his talents as a mage and slime tamer were met with admiration and awe.
As Franz, a novice magician approaches the end of his studies, he struggles to secure a career within the White Magic industry. Concerned about the possibility of remaining jobless, he follows his dorm mother's suggestion and applies for a position within a Black Magic corporation, despite warnings about the sector's reputation for being hazardous, unpleasant, and unsanitary. However, contrary to popular belief, his experience has been quite the opposite, proving Black Magic to be Pure, Pleasant, and Permissive; earning him a newfound appreciation for the field.
Late was taken aback when he received an unusual contract from a mysterious client for an assassination. However, he was left astonished when he discovered that the client was none other than the goddess Mises - an inhabitant of another realm who was on the verge of extinction due to her defeat in a battle. Mises had assigned Late, who boasted an impressive 99.9% success rate, with a unique mission - to assassinate the god Masura Dzur belonging to her world. It was beyond Late's imagination that he would be entrusted with the task of murdering a god from a dimensional plane other than his own.
Fleeing from the wicked Atsunmo, Myu, a divine entity, frantically seeks out a worthy candidate to transform into a magical girl and vanquish the atrocious creature. Just as the demon catches up with Myu, he catches sight of a high school student who appears to be an ideal choice. Possessing luscious locks, a gentle countenance, and other appealing characteristics, she appears to have it all. However, Myu is taken aback when she pulls out a cigarette moments after he grants her the powers of a magical girl. Surprisingly, the girl, Kayo Majiba, is a belligerent delinquent with a demeanor that defies her appearance. Without breaking a sweat, she soundly defeats Atsunmo with a single blow. Sadly, the real adversary that Myu now faces is Kayo herself. Nevertheless, Myu is obligated to lead Kayo towards destroying malevolent forces. But can he fulfill his duty when Kayo's tough exterior seems to conceal more than meets the eye?
Joshua Sanders broke down the belief that mastery of swordsmanship was the only way to become a knight. He gained great recognition for his exceptional skills with a spear when he brought an end to a brutal battle. Although Joshua served Emperor Caesar Van Briton faithfully, he was betrayed by his cowardly comrades who plotted his death. While on his deathbed, Joshua's trusted spear named Lukia glowed and transported him to the stables where he first learned the art of combat. Now equipped with his powerful weapon, Joshua is fully committed to seeking revenge.