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The 108

by Mecanimus

★ 4.79 (748) 6,128 followers 19 chapters ongoing

A struggling cellist trapped in a time loop must outlast gods and galactic empires, dying endlessly until he can outthink an unwinnable game.

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Synopsis

Every thousand cycles, the 108 gods choose their champions in a galaxy-spanning contest to crown the next archon. This time, the twin arbiters—Space and Time—break tradition by entering the game. Space selects Lilth Seranne Kerentis: a warrior empress with unmatched intellect and power, backed by infinite legions. Time selects Steve, a struggling cellist from London with no combat skills, no magic, and no idea why he was chosen. But Steve has one advantage—he cannot lose. Every death resets the loop, forcing him to endure endless trials until he prevails. From a helpless pawn to a contender among gods, his journey is a brutal ascent through pain, strategy, and fleeting alliances. The real question isn’t whether he’ll survive—it’s how much of himself will remain when he does.

Reader fit

Best for

Readers looking for a mix of Anti Hero Lead, Power Fantasy, Progression Via Stats, and Time Loop.

Commitment

The 108 runs 19 chapters. Status: ongoing.

Where to read

Available through Royal Road.

Reader signal

Current catalogue signals show 4.79 average rating from 748 ratings and 6,128 followers.

Latest chapters

View all 19 chapters →
  1. #19Chapter 18: The Butterfly Effect Jun 30, 2026
  2. #18Chapter 17: Affinities. Jun 23, 2026
  3. #17Chapter 16: Gainful. Jun 21, 2026
  4. #16Chapter 15: Lifting. Jun 17, 2026
  5. #15Chapter 14: False starts Jun 17, 2026
  6. #14Chapter 13: The Road Ahead. Jun 15, 2026
  7. #13Chapter 12: Seedlings Jun 14, 2026
  8. #12Chapter 11 The Year of Judgment. Jun 14, 2026
  9. #11Chapter 10: Outlook of the Year. Jun 14, 2026
  10. #10Chapter 9: Enderlithian Jun 14, 2026

Tropes & themes

Anti Hero LeadPower FantasyProgression Via StatsTime LoopWeak To Strong

Tags

FantasyLitRPGSoft Sci-fiTime Loop

Frequently asked questions

What is The 108 about?

A struggling cellist trapped in a time loop must outlast gods and galactic empires, dying endlessly until he can outthink an unwinnable game.

Is The 108 completed?

No — The 108 is still ongoing, with new chapters being released. 19 chapters are out so far.

Where can I read The 108?

You can read The 108 on Royal Road.

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