ImaginationBean super detective in a fictional world
Mc was a Chinese man who knows nothing about Western movies other than some stuff about marvel is reincarnated into marvel that also includes other worlds combined
Alien vs predator
Fast and furious
Taken
Die hard
Hitmans bodyguard
Etc etc
Mc is detective during day and brutal antihero at night using various aliases, doesn't hesitate to kill or cripple
Doesn't hesitate to steal wealth of those he fights
No romance but does have casual sex

ImaginationBean 48 hours a day
Mc is given watch by a deity that grants him additional 24 hours a day (time freezes he can move about) and opportunity to gain power his greatest desires
Inexchange mc has to do tasks every so often and compete in monthly death games
The games send the gamers to alternate reality in alternate periods of time with a mission if they fail theydie, if they die they die if they succeed they gain strength or power etc

ImaginationBean I just chanced upon your thread. This is totally a self-plug and I hope you don't take offense to it.
I just started a new series that meets your criteria except for the romance part, though romance isn't a big part of the story.
I have 5 chapters pre-written that I started uploading 3 days ago, once I upload all five I move to a one chapter per week schedule due to my day job. Check it out, maybe you might like it.
https://www.webnovel.com/book/silas-the-eternal_19940696506093605

Hello! Try this story!
Title: Gray Scale
Description:
Eros Von Valix Silver resides in a remote area where most people earn their profit of living by planting crops, a village whose inhabitants are layered as the least important in the hierarchy of Winton Kingdom. It is a kingdom where superiority in terms of power rules.

In his hopes of elevating the area's status of living, he had a resolve to get stronger in order to eliminate those who look down on them and prevent wars.

"If power could bring the world together, then I must become the most powerful mage."

Achieving the level of power he wanted as a mage, however, required huge costs and risks. He thought he might suffer but he decided to never falter. Along the way, he had tough ropes to pull, but there were still no progress.

One day, he found this large cubic stone that was situated near their area. He thought it was a good spot for training as it was emitting enormous amount of mana from it. And so, every day he went there, training nonstop.

As smooth as things were going, he reached a level that nobody from their neighboring towns dared to infiltrate the area and challenged them. He was also able to raise the economic and noble status of the place, wherein even barter chose them as the most special client.

And there, he had it. It was indeed true that an unyielding power could change their whole situation. However, by the time he turned 18, everything changed. When the sun was about to go off the coast and when he was doing push-ups and a few crunches, a voice of a man called upon him.

"It seems your soul is now ready to receive my inheritance. Remember this. I was once the Martial Demon King, the one who rules the demons of the underworld. You should be grateful, Eros. It is now your turn."

Link: https://www.webnovel.com/book/gray-scale_17497678805174905#review

Maybe this story suites to your taste. Come and see my story. I hope you enjoyed it.

https://www.webnovel.com/book/the-finals-light-of-hope_20015866106595605

This planet not only resides by the human race but there are also many races lives here. Beast, elf, vampire, dwarf, and there are still many races.

Not only are those on this planet, but there are also animals, which have been mutating. It’s what they’d call monsters or mutants. And when the monsters being kill or dead, they will vanish without traces. None of the body or corpses was left when they die. The smell of their body didn’t smell either.

This planet was called “Cronos.”

There was a young man named “Lucferre Caelum” who tried bringing peace to this world. Where the monsters no more been seen to injure or even killing peoples. People can go on a journey without being fear and live peacefully.

Different than most peoples, Lucferre can see the dark mist that covering by the monsters. When he said that, none of the people believe him. His childhood friend even denied it.

The journey began when Lucferre needs to escort the Prime Minister to the City of Nubesturrim. Too bad what his comrades said, about the huge creature that looks like a dragon, were really appears. An easy escort was turning disastrous.

Meeting someone new, make hope were no longer the only dream.

But the journey isn’t as easy as he expected. He will face betrayal, liar, which will question his faithful, loyalty, or even trusting his own self.

All of this was the trial to make a peaceful world, where there no more Demons exist.

But did he really succeed to achieve his dream?

Hello! Try this story!
Title: Gray Scale
Description:
Eros Von Valix Silver resides in a remote area where most people earn their profit of living by planting crops, a village whose inhabitants are layered as the least important in the hierarchy of Winton Kingdom. It is a kingdom where superiority in terms of power rules.

In his hopes of elevating the area's status of living, he had a resolve to get stronger in order to eliminate those who look down on them and prevent wars.

"If power could bring the world together, then I must become the most powerful mage."

Achieving the level of power he wanted as a mage, however, required huge costs and risks. He thought he might suffer but he decided to never falter. Along the way, he had tough ropes to pull, but there were still no progress.

One day, he found this large cubic stone that was situated near their area. He thought it was a good spot for training as it was emitting enormous amount of mana from it. And so, every day he went there, training nonstop.

As smooth as things were going, he reached a level that nobody from their neighboring towns dared to infiltrate the area and challenged them. He was also able to raise the economic and noble status of the place, wherein even barter chose them as the most special client.

And there, he had it. It was indeed true that an unyielding power could change their whole situation. However, by the time he turned 18, everything changed. When the sun was about to go off the coast and when he was doing push-ups and a few crunches, a voice of a man called upon him.

"It seems your soul is now ready to receive my inheritance. Remember this. I was once the Martial Demon King, the one who rules the demons of the underworld. You should be grateful, Eros. It is now your turn."

Link: https://www.webnovel.com/book/gray-scale_17497678805174905#review

This novel has no (somewhat) romance (There would a incy wincy subplot but I would think about it if would include it in my novel.)

Although the thing on the top shows it is "fantasy" (and I do have a subplot about romance) my story is about an NPC villain! Please do check it out~

NPC Code: Red Riding Hood

NPC Code: Red Riding Hood

"A kingdom overturned by its foes can ascend once more. But one which shatters the inside? That’s game over.”

Red is an NPC villager of the popular game called “Code” inside the Holographic Reality. The game announces an event and invites every player to defend the village under the kingdom of Freiy. Red immediately realises that her family is in danger and rushes to the forest to save them. Red and her sister, Clementine, then stumble upon a monster with immense arcane. Fortunately, an adventurer passes by and attempts to save them, only to see him flee from the scene. Because of his cowardness, the two fall into despair, leaving Red learning the truth behind the game.

This novel is the story of an NCP character being aware that she is inside a game.

(inspired quote from Zemo MCU)

(Book cover not mine. Credits to the artist.)

Are you okay with a light romantic themes, but not the primary part of it?

If so I have a few that you may enjoy let me know.

LINK: THE REVELATION OF MANKIND

TAG: FANTASY, HORROR, ADVENTURE, ACTION, MATURE, SYSTEM

SYNOPSIS:
With the revelation of the end of the world was foretold. The myths, the tales, the legends, that were sung by our forefathers from epoch to epoch have begun.

In the Medieval Ages, taking place on a vast stormy night. A shriveled elderly man frantically composes a poem, his eyes turning bloodshot. The lamp beside him flickered uncontrollably, along with his terrifying shadow mimicking his deranged movements. Subsequently, a flash of lightning lit up his side profile, spotting a glimpse of his smile.

With the final stroke added. In the distant future, the world shall burn this poem into their minds entitled, 'Kildare'.

A voice will speak from the sky, begging God for mercy.
The angels will tremble and the demons will lament.
Four winds will rise and then the rain bow will fall, driving the demons back to Hell.
The four elements will cry in a strong voice: "Mercy, Jesus, son of Mary, as you are God and King of heaven!

Waking up to be faced with a legion of enemies, Bryan Godfrey sat on top of a hill of corpses, covered in blood, while gazing over the sea of blood mumbling ruefully, "When will this end?"

Title: Return of the Woodcutter
Genres: Transmigration / Fantasy / Action / Adventure
Link: https://www.webnovel.com/book/return-of-the-woodcutter_19721218806187705

Aito Walker was a trash who fell into alcoholism and betrayed those dear to him.

After his death, he is resurrected into a mysterious grey space with thousands of other humans, then left for dead on a forsaken island with his wit as the best weapon.

From this point on, his life will change forever. He will have to defend a foreign world against horrors that would break the courage of the bravest warriors.

With overwhelming odds against him, the hope of victory gets thinner with each passing day.

Defeat is nigh.

However, he is unwilling to accept such a destiny. After being given a second chance, he will stop at nothing to reach his goal.

In his wake, cities will fall, guilds burn and his enemies cower in fear at the mere mention of his name.

Driving him? A single desire.

"I will find redemption, no matter the cost."
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Or not, hun, who knows? The book isn't done yet. Hahaha.

WARNINGS:

Update schedule: 5 times a week. Don't update the weekend (MY TIME ZONE, meaning it might not be your time zone.) However, that might change in the future if the book gets enough support.

It's a REDEMPTION plot, not a VENGEANCE plot.

If the book is to your liking, do not hesitate to add it to your library and maybe drop a few (A LOT) of power stones. Since I'm participating in the WSA event, it is a welcomed help.

The first three chapters are fast-paced as to quickly get into the nitty-gritty but slow down afterward to give the story the time it needs to progress accordingly.

The book can, nevermind, it will contain "strong" language.

Comedy, as you know it (and if you don't, now you know) is subjective. So you might not like the jokes.

If you truly read that until the end you have my virtual congratulations 'cause I sure as hell wouldn't have done that.

Additional content (Yeah, 'cause there is more!)

I do not own the cover. If the original owner sees it and is displeased with his work being displayed here, do send me a message. I will immediately remove it as soon as I see it. (Though let's be honest, the possibility of that happening is downright impossible.)

By the way, if any of you are willing the provide me with an original cover picture, I'll be really, extremely, immensely thankful. (The possibility of that happening is also downright impossible.)

ImaginationBean
My book, MORTAL GODS: Enouka fits all your criterion, except one. It has romance.
But I'm sure you'd still love it. So please check out my book and tell me what you think

If you like a novel with a unique plot that you've never seen on Webnovel, with action, adventure, mystery and a dash of thriller, you'd definitely love my book, MORTAL GODS: Enouka

BOOK LINK: https://www.webnovel.com/book/mortal-gods-enouka_20053124306066605

Synopsis:
A prisoner out for revenge, a power-hungry redhead, a fallen god and a little princess with superpowers and an impossible quest, go all out in the fight to acquire the power capable of destroying the multiverse. Whether it is to save a kingdom, to get revenge, for world domination, or merely to fall in love with it, none of them can do without this power... and so they bring Carnage! This is a tale of revenge, of betrayal, of love and of powers.

@ImaginationBean
Hi. My book fits all your description, except the no romance part. You can check it out, see if you like it.

Thirsty Royals

Check it out if you like any of these:
- Fantasy, action, thriller, drama, romance, magic, evolution. It's also got some comedy.

I promise it's really good.

links

Book link: https://www.webnovel.com/book/thirsty-royals_20053773506075105

PinkLemons
I appreciate this

ImaginationBean hey! You can try my first book 'His Prisoner'. But I must warn you that it's a dark romance book. So if you don't like this topic you don't have to read it.
http://wbnv.in/a/0ag2wbf

My Octagon System

Enter The World Here

For thirty years, the world has had superpowers. After the asteroids arrive, these chunks of rocks release their energy and grant abilities to people living on Earth. We call them arcane, the prowess that we receive from the comets. However, the peace shifts into turmoil after the Sallens, a group of extraterrestrial species, attacks. They want to govern a new planet because of the scarce resources they have from their previous world. Sallens are powerful foes that have inherited the might of the arcane rocks brought on Earth. Humanity could not stand a chance against them, leading to the destruction of our planet.

The Gallants, the group of heroes ruled by the seven continents, failed to protect our world. Only one thousand humans remain alive in the aftermath.

It is up to Stream Adams-the leader of Octagon, with his seven allies to return in time and reset everything once and for all! Will they be successful in defending their planet or fail the second time?

Cover is not mine! If that's yours, I can change it right away! I do not know where did I got this from ;-;

system

superpowers

apocalypse