Manhwas (Korean comics) are becoming increasingly popular, with new series appearing all the time. However, with so many options, it’s easy for good manhwas to get overlooked. Fans often search through recommendation lists, but they usually only find the same well-known titles. If you’ve read a lot of manhwas or are looking for something a little less mainstream, those typical lists aren’t very helpful.
Manhwa fans are always searching for amazing stories that often fly under the radar. That’s why we’ve put together a list of 10 incredible, yet underrated, manhwas that deserve more attention. These series offer compelling characters, unique plots, stunning artwork, and surprising twists. We’ve included a variety of genres – like fantasy, romance, thriller, horror, and slice of life – to appeal to all types of readers. Let’s dive in and discover some hidden gems!
10) My Blasted Reincarnated Life
I’m totally hooked on this manhwa called *My Blasted Reincarnated Life*! It’s a fantastic fantasy story packed with action and adventure, but it definitely gets dark at times. The story kicks off when Halem makes the ultimate sacrifice, giving his life to save his rival, Bernut Lionhart, during an epic battle against Demon Kings. He makes Bernut promise to finish them off, and then… well, fast forward 300 years! Halem gets a second chance at life, reincarnated as a member of the Lionhart family – Eugene Lionhart, to be exact! Now he’s got this incredible mission: to finally defeat those Demon Kings and uphold the Lionhart name. It’s a really cool setup, and I can’t wait to see what happens next!
I’ve been following Eugene Lionhart’s journey as he trains to keep his promise – to defeat the Demon King – and it’s been a really gripping story with lots of unexpected twists. What’s also amazing about *My Blasted Reincarnated Life* is the artwork; it’s some of the best I’ve seen in any manhwa.
9) Legend of the Northern Blade
Legend of the Northern Blade follows the warriors of the Northern Heavenly Sect, who protect the world from a looming threat called the Silent Night. When the sect leader is falsely accused of treason and takes his own life to safeguard his son, Jin Mu-Won, Mu-Won is left orphaned and watched closely. He flees to the mountains to learn the hidden martial arts his father taught him. But when someone from his past vanishes, he returns to the mainland, setting him on a path of revenge and into a world of dangerous secrets.
This manhwa keeps you on the edge of your seat, constantly wondering if Mu-Won will succeed in clearing his name and avenging his father. It’s a truly captivating story that’s hard to stop reading.
8) SSS Class Suicide Hunter
The manhwa *SSS Class Suicide Hunter* unfolds like a role-playing game. It’s set in a huge tower filled with challenging floors, each containing powerful bosses, quests, and trials. The main character, Kim Gong-ja, is unhappy with his ordinary life. Initially, he’s portrayed as a failure who often watches skilled hunters conquer the Tower. Everything changes when he unexpectedly gains an incredibly rare, legendary skill. However, there’s a twist: he can only use it when he dies. The story kicks off with Kim Gong-ja being killed by the strongest hunter, Flame Emperor. This death triggers his skill, giving him the ability to rewind time whenever he’s killed.
If you’re searching for a hidden gem of a manhwa with role-playing game elements, this one is definitely worth checking out.
7) Academy’s Undercover Professor
Sayren and WAG created the story and artwork for *Academy’s Undercover Professor*, which follows a protagonist who has spent over a decade living under different disguises. Known at times as Machiavelli or Gerrard, he soon adopts the identity of Ludger Cherish, a college professor, after Ludger is killed in a terrorist attack. Posing as the professor, he infiltrates Ceoren Academy, a school brimming with secrets and magic.
However, things quickly become more complicated when he unexpectedly becomes the head of a hidden organization, revealing many secrets surrounding the professor’s death. He’s now juggling two lives – maintaining his cover as a professor and fulfilling his duties within the secret society. This creates a compelling and character-focused story with an original plot that will keep readers engaged.
6) The Ember Knight
The Ember Knight starts with a shocking crime: Nagyunn’s twin brother, Najin, is murdered. Driven by revenge, Nagyunn assumes his brother’s identity. However, Nagyunn faces a huge challenge – Najin was training to be a knight, but Nagyunn has no fighting experience, leaving him feeling overwhelmed and out of his depth.
Nagyunn begins training, determined to follow in his brother’s footsteps. However, he quickly becomes caught between two worlds, facing conspiracies and betrayals at every turn. The central question becomes: can Nagyunn conceal his true self and achieve his goal of revenge?
5) Surviving romance
The story of *Surviving Romance* might initially seem familiar, but appearances can be deceiving. This manhwa blends a vibrant aesthetic with surprising suspense and darker themes. It centers around Chaerin Eun, who unexpectedly finds herself inside the world of the novel she was reading, and things quickly take an unpredictable turn.
Just as Chaerin prepared to tell Jeha how she felt, a zombie outbreak turned her romantic pursuit into a fight for survival. To make things even more complicated, she found herself trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day after every death. With the help of a mysterious ally, Chaerin must uncover who he is while desperately trying to survive the zombie apocalypse.
4) My Daughter Is A Zombie
Written by Yun-chang Lee, *My Daughter is a Zombie* is a funny and heartwarming manhwa that doesn’t get enough attention. The story centers around Su-ah, who is secretly the last zombie on Earth. After a large zombie outbreak in South Korea, the country was declared safe, but Su-ah’s father, Jeong-hwan, is keeping her condition a secret from the world.
Su-ah isn’t like most zombies; she only becomes aggressive when she’s hungry. The biggest problem is keeping her condition a secret. To do that, Jeong-hwan takes her to his mother’s rural home, beginning a touching story about a father’s dedication to protecting his daughter.
3) Epic of Gilgamesh
The story of *The Epic of Gilgamesh* follows Tludia, a knight-in-training, who is surprisingly kicked out of her Order for constantly breaking weapons and overeating. While leaving, she comes across an elderly man being attacked by robbers. Unable to intervene in time to save him, she witnesses the shocking sight of the man coming back to life after being killed.
Tludia discovers that Ram, an elderly man she meets, is actually an ancient immortal. When he learns she has a disease that can’t be cured, their roles reverse, and she needs his help. He promises to find a cure, launching them on a grand, adventurous quest. This story, *The Epic of Gilgamesh*, takes place in the same world as *The Ember Knight* and serves as a prequel. Though the stories aren’t directly connected, readers may recognize some characters from *The Ember Knight* appearing within it.
2) Superhuman Era
Earth is under attack by terrifying creatures called Xenoterrans, and the only hope for humanity lies with Superhumans. Kang Lim leads a double life as a typical high school student and the masked vigilante, White Cap, dedicating his nights to protecting people from these monsters. But there’s more to the story than just that.
What sets *Superhuman Era* apart is the hidden world of secrets and mysterious powers operating behind the scenes. While the manhwa delivers plenty of exciting, well-done action, it’s not a standard superhero tale. It delves into the complexities of human feelings and portrays a harsh, morally grey world.
1. Dark Mortal
I’m completely hooked on *Dark Mortal* by Lee Jeonyeok! It’s this amazing manhwa that blends supernatural elements with really intense psychological themes, all set in a school environment. What I love is how it’s not easily categorized – it’s got horror, thriller, and mystery all rolled into one, which makes it seriously stand out. The story kicks off with a tragic event: Nam Kang loses his parents in a fire, and while he survives, he’s left with burns and partial blindness. It’s a gripping start, and I can’t wait to see where it goes!
This manhwa centers around Nam Kang and his imaginary friend, Inky, who helps him cope with being bullied. Everything changes when Nam Kang wakes up one day healed and with his sight restored, allowing him to start over at a new school. However, he quickly realizes something’s wrong – Inky is gone.
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2025-09-22 21:14