Renowned and well-regarded members of the martial world are being killed off one after another. The culprit: The Killer Star, Shen Wuhai, now hated by the entire martial world. But efforts to stop him have been futile, so the Sword King Palace has put up a reward for 10,000 taels of gold to anyone who captures the Killer Star alive.... more>>

Now the scourge of the martial world has also become a nice piece of fatty meat, a gold mine for anyone who can get to him.

Easier said than done… <<less

In the winter of three years ago, the first locked room mu*der in Japanese history was committed.... more>>

All of the evidence pointed to the defendant. It was certain they were guilty. And yet, they were found innocent and released. Why? Because the crime scene was a perfect locked room no one from the police or the prosecutor's office could solve.

"Since the room was locked, it was impossible for the defendant to have committed the mu*der. It's no different than if they had a perfect alibi." That was the argument of the defense, and that was the argument the judge sided with.

The ruling sent a ripple throughout Japanese society. No matter how suspicious you were or how much evidence you left behind, as long as you managed to create a locked room that no one could solve, you were immune from prosecution. With the common anti-mystery fiction talking point "there's no reason anyone would ever actually commit a locked room mu*der" completely overturned, the rate of locked room mu*ders in Japan skyrocketed.

When the police proved unable to deal with the surge of locked room crime, the Ministry of Justice published an official categorization of all known locked room tricks as an investigative aid. When that proved insufficient, Division Zero of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, a police division dedicated solely to solving locked rooms, was created. When that still proved insufficient, locked room detectives, private investigators specializing in locked rooms, were officially licensed by the state and authorized to participate in police investigations. Calling a locked room appraiser, someone specializing in searching buildings for secret passages, is now a common first step in criminal investigations.

On the other side of the spectrum, locked room agents, assassins and crime planners specializing in locked room mu*ders, have become some of the most notorious criminals in Japanese history, and even a cult worshiping the scenes of locked rooms as a way to purify the souls of the deceased has made rapid inroads into Japan.

The protagonist, Kasumi Kuzushiro, is an introverted, somewhat cynical high school student who loves mysteries. Kasumi often finds himself dragged along on bizarre journeys by his flighty childhood friend, Yozuki Asahina. Due to their staggeringly bad luck, these trips often leave them in the wrong place at the wrong time to be caught up in locked room mysteries. Fortunately, another of Kasumi's childhood friends, Shitsuri Mitsumura, is the greatest locked room expert in the world, and can always discover the truth.

Hm? How did a high school girl become the greatest locked room expert in the world?

It's simple.

She's...

Volume 1 was the grand prize winner of the 2022 This Mystery Is Amazing! awards. <<less

Wen Huaimu's mundane life of enduring daily bullying changes overnight when a mysterious ring from a fortune-teller pierces his skin and a mechanical voice proclaims him the owner of a 'Z51 modding machine.' ... more>>

As a glowing gateway ushers him into a pristine, alien realm populated by advanced machinery and a robotic guide named Coldy, Wen steps into uncharted territory.

What extraordinary powers will Wen discover in this bizarre new world? <<less

“For a medical practitioner, there is no righteous or unorthodox faction. There are only patients!”... more>>

Kang Choryang, the Medicine Immortal, treated his patients with kindness and excellent medical skills.

But the repayment for that was a cold blade that pierced his heart…

“…How am I alive?..”

For reasons unknown, the Medicine Immortal Kang Choryang has possessed the body of Sa Seongcheon, the heir to the number one sect in the unorthodox faction — the Black Sky Guild.

His enemy being the Murim Alliance Lord, Neung Unsaeng, he was glad to have possessed the legitimate son of that person’s arch-nemesis, Black Moon Martial God, Sa Gunak, but…

“Isn't this guy a complete, complete... loser?”

…he was also frustrated to find that his dantian is deformed and can’t accumulate internal energy.

“Oh, oh my!”

Then, he realized that his new body has the constitution sent by heaven – it’s a Heavenly Martial Body!

The story of Sa Seongcheon, who heals his dantian and takes revenge on the Murim Alliance Lord Neung Unsaeng, begins! <<less

Tired of the yoke of the Divine Justice Alliance, master assassin Hajin Cheon attempts to flee, only to be confronted by martial artists of all... more>> allegiances, both orthodox and deviant. Succumbing to the wounds of his ferocious struggle for freedom, he awakens in the body of Ryang Seo, a prince of the notorious Heavenly Demon Cult who suffers from a disorder that prohibits him from the use of qi. In order to survive in his new life, Hajin must contend with the many dangers and enemies that lurk within the cult. <<less

Yun Haoyan woke in a strange yet oddly familiar room, his heart heavy with memories of betrayal. ... more>>

A Pill Saint of the ninth grade, he recalled his last moments—poisoned by the woman he loved most just as he was about to ascend to the Pill God Realm.

Confusion swirled as he faced his mother, who he believed long lost to a brutal family massacre.

Embraced in her comforting presence, he was granted a rare second chance at life. With his enemies still lurking and old scores unsettled, Yun Haoyan prepared to protect his loved ones at all costs. <<less

Zhou Jibo's world shatters when betrayal strikes from the least expected quarter—his fiancée, Zheng Xunqin. ... more>>

Drugged and robbed of his cultivation ability by Zheng, a member of the allied Zheng family, Zhou finds himself crippled in a realm where martial prowess rules all.

Reborn in a mysterious new world after a tragic end in modern times, he discovers he's not just any youth, but one blessed with an Earth Spirit bone root, a marker of potential greatness now tragically marred.

As he silently endures the agonizing theft of his bone root, a sudden twist of fate awakens the ""Universal Attribute Point System"" within him, presenting a Newbie Gift Bag that promises unimaginable power. <<less

Jiao Yuanju's breathless race against a monstrous snake leads him to the safety of a futuristic city, where humans coexist with genetically enhanced Combat Pets. ... more>>

Struggling to secure his future and support his family, Jiao acquires an unremarkable Azure Snake, hoping it will transform his destiny.

After purchasing a bloodline talisman, Jiao witnesses his new pet evolve beyond ordinary limits, thanks to a mysterious system that binds to him and offers powerful enhancements.

As Jiao explores the capabilities of this system, he must decide how to use his newfound power. But can this system be the key to his ascent as a Combat Pet Master, or will it thrust him into unforeseen dangers? <<less

Yun Ling, on the eve of his sixteenth birthday, faces mixed feelings from his younger sisters, Yun Wei and Yun Chu, about the upcoming test to determine his cultivation talent—a critical milestone in this world where martial prowess can define one's destiny. ... more>>

Despite their teasing and doubts, Yun Ling harbors a secret determination fueled by a tragic past. He's not originally from Blue Star but a transmigrator who lost his parents at a young age and witnessed his father's mu*der—a powerful martial artist and vice master of the Golden Wind Martial Club. Adopted by Yun Jinglin, Yun Ling has lived with a burning desire for revenge against his father's killer, now a grandmaster level martial cultivator.

On Blue Star, a planet transformed by disaster thirty years ago that unleashed ferocious beasts and dark demonic energy, humans discovered the power of vitality, giving rise to superhuman warriors and a new era of martial cultivation.

Will he possess the cultivation talent needed to pursue his quest for revenge and protect those he cares for in a world where ferocious beasts and martial might reign supreme? <<less

In the heart of Dirtwich City, the Ruan family's monthly combat contests draw fighters from all around. Among them, Ruan Xiude, a striking young competitor, stumbles upon a hidden Void. This Void reveals to him a unique attribute panel, visible to him alone. It grants him the Divine Level Duplication System, marking him as its sole chosen wielder. Ruan, once a simple orphan, now emerges as a notable figure in the martial realm of Zenithia Continent. Despite his talents, he's not seen as the top contender in the Ruan family.... more>>

Armed with the ability to duplicate martial arts and magical skills, Ruan's destiny and the world's balance are poised for a dramatic shift.
But what unforeseen consequences will Ruan's new powers unleash? <<less

After ten thousand years of cultivation, he could have achieved immortality. However, his lack of human experience led to his failure to attain immortality.... more>>

Thus, he resolved to immerse himself in a century of human existence, seeking to enhance his journey toward immortality. What he didn't anticipate, though, was that upon entering the human world, he would find himself cast as a son-in-law, facing disdain not only from his wife's parents but also from his beautiful wife herself.

Armed with a wealth of cultivation knowledge, how could he transform his drab human life? <<less

In Class 7 at the Ancient Martial Academy, teacher revealed the cultivation talents. Lu Hongkuo shined with a 5-star rating, outperforming peers like Yi Liang and Zhen Quishui. Xun Zhonghou, labeled the weakest with a 1-star, faced mockery for his lack of progress.... more>>

Six months into his new life in Cassiopeia, a world valuing strength, Xun struggled without any cultivation success. When a harsh test in the Demon Quelling Tower was mentioned, targeting those like Xun without advancement, he was at a crossroads: face the tower's dangers to prove his worth or leave his dreams behind.

Debating his options, Xun's frustration peaked until killing a mosquito triggered a system in his mind, boosting his cultivation to the Vitality Stage. Excited, he decided to challenge the Demon Quelling Tower, now with newfound strength and a chance to prove his doubters wrong.

""I must enter the Demon Quelling Tower!"" Xun declared, now a martial cultivator, determined to face the tower's beasts, despite the risks. This unexpected turn gave him a shot at redemption and a test of his true potential.

Will Xun's newfound power be enough to overcome the tower's challenges, or will this be another step in his journey of growth and discovery? <<less

Ye Hao's life underwent a transformation with just a drop of God's Blood. Full marks, lottery ticket, basketball genius, or swimmer? No, I am now... more>> all-powerful. The stunning school beauty confessed her feelings to me. The formidable female CEO turned out to be my affectionate big sister. The adorable little Loli wanted me as her beloved big brother. <<less

“Out of these three abilities, which would you like to have?”... more>>

A standard question and answer on internet forums, people of leisure indulge in such fantasies.

What would you do if it were genuine?

━━

I killed a human being.

Remarkably, I don’t even care.

I could never be a protagonist.

The opposite of a taker is not a taker.

It’s the giver.

That’s the protagonist.

A hero.

If I can’t be a hero.

If I can only continue to be deprived.

If I can’t be a giver.

I should at least be a “taker”ー

━━

Minase Ginji did not pray. Instead of praying, he chose to kill.

His research in graduate school was indeed epoch-making, as he was able to reconstruct the heart and the entire “circulatory system” as an artificial one.

He saved many people, was admired by many, and the world “recognized” him.

…That was supposed to happen.

His research was easily deprived of him. In the end, he was expelled from the university because “he” stole it from his “professor”. Abandoned by his parents, he found a silly thread when he was in dire need of food for tomorrow.

It was not nonsense.
But he had so much time to spare for nonsense that he was sick and tired of it.
“I’m probably going to go with liquefied metal.”
─This is not… a tale of a supernatural power that descends upon you and makes you unbeatable in a battle of supernatural powers.
Can an individual who has attained formidable power indeed “continue to be human?”
This is a “human” story. <<less

In Eylille, a bustling metropolis renowned for its strategic position at the sea's estuary and vibrant trade, the ambition to thrive attracts many from surrounding counties. However, Limond stands out as a place for those lacking ambition. Amidst this backdrop, Yu Huazang, a high school senior from a challenging background, faces a critical mock exam in Liberty School. ... more>>

Despite the school's low expectations for his class, Yu's life is more complicated than his teachers realize. Raised in an orphanage and later by a kind old man, Yu now supports his family by working night shifts, which affects his academic performance. During the exam, he makes a desperate guess on a question, inadvertently activating a mysterious ""God Level Choice System."" This system presents him with choices that could alter his fate, starting with a simple decision on the exam that promises a novice gift bag as a reward. As Yu contemplates this unexpected turn, readers are left wondering: What is this system, and how will it change Yu's life? <<less

Feng Chen transmigrated to the fantasy world and awakened the system.... more>>

At the beginning, he summoned three thousand Saints and established the assassination organization, Underworld Palace!

"Kill the Quasi Emperor; reward with Supreme Weapon!"

"Exterminate the Ancient Royal Clan; reward with Ancient Immortal Scripture!"

"Attack the Holy Land; reward with the inheritance of the Ancient Immortal King?"

As long as the price is paid, even the Supremes and True Immortals must bow down before entering the Underworld for reincarnation.

Several years later, Feng Chen looked at the countless True Immortals, Immortal Kings, and Immortal Emperors under his command. <<less

Former assassin turned mercenary, 42-year-old Takashi Suzuki, is nearing the end of his life due to terminal cancer. However, he is summoned from Japan by... more>> a goddess of another world and tasked with assassinating 32 heroes who were summoned from Japan. With a new body and magic from the other world, Suzuki, now known as Ray, sets foot in the other world. Utilizing his knowledge and skills from his past life, he systematically eliminates each of the heroes who are running amok with their cheat abilities. However, in the process, he becomes entangled in conspiracies surrounding the summoning, mysteries of the other world, and the goddess's intentions. <<less

A Fanfiction about professional Hunters heading towards the Dark Continent, following the traditional Hunter x Hunter narrative.

In this world, mastering runes is the key to becoming a cultivator. The ability to control these runes depends on the development of one's Brain Domain. The more advanced the Brain Domain, the quicker and more precise the rune control, determining one's potential as a cultivator.... more>>

He was a boy from the slums with slim chances of rising above his station. Despite knowing his limitations, he worked tirelessly, driven by his dream and gratitude towards a childhood friend who helped him secure a spot in a prestigious high school. However, with a less developed Brain Domain, his prospects for further education and becoming a cultivator were bleak. His hard work seemed in vain when, six months before the crucial entrance exam, the girl he cherished rejected him, claiming their worlds were too different for their paths to cross again.

But then, everything changed when he found himself engulfed in a mysterious ocean of golden runes! <<less

Min Dojun, the country's top hunter was happily living with his wife, but the hunters' coup took that away from him. ‘If given the chance,... more>> I will kill every single one of them.’ Did that earnest wish reach the heavens? Instead of dying while promising revenge, he found himself back in the past, with a trait that he didn't have before, 'Hunter's hunter? Isn't this a scam?' <<less

Shocked, Peng Gengkun wakes up in the Thunder Continent, a world far from his life as a video game lover. Here, martial arts rule and mastering cultivation is key. As part of the Flying Cloud Sect in the bleak Bleakwind Barrens, Peng holds a respected but challenging role. ... more>>

Despite the focus on strength in this world, Peng struggles with cultivation.

A past conflict, involving his secret love for Xi Yingzhu and rivalry with Wei Pengxing, hurt his Qi Sea, affecting his warrior abilities.

Yet, when Peng finds the Leviathan-roc Devouring System, he sees a chance to gain power and grow.

With a desire for revenge and more strength, he stands at a crossroads: What or who will he consume next to become even stronger? <<less

A passenger plane crash-landed by accident. The survivors went through a lot before landing on a mysterious giant island! Soon people discovered that this huge island did not exist on any maps! A killer who was originally going to carry out an assassination mission on the plane became the bodyguard protecting the female politician he was targeting. A young rich couple who were originally going to Hawaii for vacation - the man suddenly died... A wrecked cruise ship landed at midnight...... more>>

Let's leave our fast-paced city lives and embark on a thrilling adventure on this mystical deserted island! <<less

""The Energy Accepting Spell has awakened,"" a mysterious voice alerts Ji Fu, causing a surge of confusion and hunger. Waking in an unfamiliar yet strangely familiar world, Ji Fu discovers he's transmigrated into a modern martial arts universe, complete with advanced technology and fierce beasts. Here, he's a high school student and an orphan, just like his previous life, but with a twist—he's brought along a cheat system from his former world that enables automatic martial arts cultivation.... more>>

What unforeseen challenges await him in this world where martial arts reign supreme? <<less

After opening his eyes, he found himself on the path to becoming the butler of an assassination family, the Zoldyck Family. ... more>>

There is Zeno, who managed to kill one person each day. There was also Illumi, who had a twisted sense of humor and a strong brother complex, and Kikyo, who was doting and leaned towards being a masochist.

There was also Gatoh, who appeared cold but had a warm heart, as well as the serious Silva. And not to forget, the yet-to-be-born Killua and Kalluto… Noah felt immense pressure being a butler here.

As he trained hard, wanting to leave the Zoldyck, he discovered some unspeakable secrets about himself…

This is a story of a Nen user’s growth from weakness to strength… This is a normal Hunter x Hunter fanfiction. <<less