In a world where power and strategy reign supreme, Ethan Vale finds himself reborn with a curse and a unique ability-Skill Mimicry. Betrayed and killed in his first life, Ethan awakens in the body of a young man who met a similar fate, with a fatal scar as a reminder of his new, fragile existence. Now living in the treacherous town of Hallowford, controlled by a corrupt guild that preys on the weak, Ethan must navigate a world of dungeons, magic, and political intrigue. With only his wits and the power to copy the skills of those he encounters, Ethan must rise through the ranks, mastering his curse while keeping his true strength hidden from those who seek to control him. But survival in this world isn't just about gaining power-it's about outsmarting enemies, both seen and unseen. Will Ethan be able to ascend from a common civilian to a force feared by all, or will his past come back to haunt him once more? "Ascension of the Cursed One" is a tale of cunning, survival, and the relentless pursuit of freedom in a world where the only rule is to never let your guard down. Current update schedule: 7+ chapters per week.You can get bonus chapters by honestly reviewing this webnovel. I take reader suggestions when planning and writing this webnovel Let me know through a review or chapter comments if you want up to 15 chapters in advance on Patreon to support this webnovel. I can also post short stories of popular characters, character photos, etc. from this webnovel there.Let me know if you want a discord server for the readers of this webnovel across Scribblehub, Webnovel, and RoyalRoad to discuss and have fun.