MTL - Film and Television Time Travel From the Courtyard - v5 Chapter 1 newcomer

Do people chase greatness, or does greatness chase us?

Eli Turner had perfected the art of coasting through life, gaming, lounging, and vibing with no grand ambitions beyond the next high. But his laid-back existence is upended when his laptop inexplicably transforms into a gateway to another world. What starts as a surreal escape becomes a perilous journey as Eli finds himself wielding a mysterious system that allows him to level up, fight monsters, and gain abilities beyond his wildest dreams.At first, the portal world feels like a haven, offering purpose and adventure Eli never knew he craved. Guided, or manipulated, by Azrael, a mischievous god orchestrating the game, Eli rises as one of the system's chosen players. But as the quests grow more dangerous and Azrael’s true intentions begin to surface, Eli struggles to balance the fantasy world with his life back home. His girlfriend, Sara, and his friends are left grappling with a version of Eli they hardly recognize, as the lines between his two lives blur.When the system expands to players worldwide, Eli crosses paths with others drawn into Azrael’s cosmic experiment: Yumi Tanaka, a fiercely disciplined Japanese student with a perfectionist streak, and Arjun Mehta, a charming Indian playboy with secrets of his own. Each carries their own burdens and ambitions, but all three must face the harsh truth: Azrael’s game is far more than it seems.As alliances are forged, rivalries ignite, and the stakes escalate, Eli must confront not only the dangers of the portal world but the growing rift between the person he is and the hero he’s becoming. In a game where every move is a test and every choice ripples across both worlds, the question remains: can Eli, Yumi, and Arjun uncover the truth before the system consumes them all?

Tags: Douluo Continent, Crossing, System Stream, Invincible Stream, Relaxed, Funny, Goddess

Lin Feng travels across the Douluo Continent, playing the role of “star official” at the beginning.

As long as you stay here for ten years, you will be able to obtain the ultimate power in this world of Douluo.

He randomly distributes three lucky star feathers every day, starts the starlight challenge for the lucky ones, and distributes rewards.

Hu Liena: “Senior, I have received lucky star feathers many times in a row. I shouldn’t misunderstand that senior is interested in me. Please forgive me, senior!”

Bibi Dong: “Senior, I blamed me for missing the chance to accept the star official’s challenge for the first time, please give me another lucky star feather!”

Tang San: “Senior, I have obtained so many lucky star feathers before, but I was not able to accept the challenge from the star official. I accepted the challenge this time, but I failed to get a good reward. Can you give me another chance!”

Lin Feng: “I have said many times that the lucky star feathers are distributed randomly every day. The star feathers will automatically disappear at midnight on that day, and there will be no waiting when it expires!”

In this way, Lin Feng became the hottest figure in the entire Douluo Continent, because the original story line gradually shifted due to his appearance…

- Description from novelbuddy

WSA 2025 ENTRYIn the Grand Land of Baltalaha, the Awakening Ceremony is the most anticipated event of the year, where 15-year-olds from across the kingdoms discover their innate powers. Morvane, an orphan raised by a healer grandmother, eagerly joins the celebration with his best friends, Luna and Esmael, each dreaming of the abilities that will shape their destinies.As rulers from the six kingdoms display their awe-inspiring powers, the arena buzzes with excitement and wonder. One by one, children receive marks signifying their newfound abilities, the crowd erupting in cheers with each display of elemental magic, healing, and unique gifts.However, when it’s Morvane’s turn, silence falls over the arena. No mark appears on his shoulder. Confusion ripples through the crowd, and Morvane’s heart sinks. In a moment meant to define his future, he faces an unimaginable question: What does it mean to have no power in a world where everyone else awakens?Unbeknownst to all, Morvane’s fate is tied to a mystery that could reshape the balance of Baltalaha forever.