Manhwa has come a long way over the past couple of years. Like its Japanese counterpart (manga), this new Korean blend has found its way into the hearts of many fans worldwide. Having famous names like Solo Leveling and Tower of God leading the charge, the era of manhwa is just beginning, with no signs of stopping.
With a massive variety of good manhwa, choosing the best starter manhwa can seem overwhelming for newbies. With this list, we will tackle that problem by listing the best manhwa for new readers.
Unordinary
Fans of My Hero Academia and One Punch Man would be able to get behind the popular webtoon by Chelsey Han. In a world where almost every human possesses abilities, the world is shared between (strong) High-Tier’s the weak (Low-tier), and the powerless(cripples).
The story follows John, a student at Wellston, a prestigious school where every student possesses all kinds of abilities. John is bullied due to him being a cripple; he is beaten daily. Everything seems bleak until he encounters Seraphina, the ace of Wellston. The two bond over the chocolate and become best friends. However, after encountering Arlo and his crew, John’s dark personality is revealed.
Noblesse
Noblesse is a true gem among the numerous vast numbers of manhwa available. The vampire-themed story first appeared in 2007 and has remained relevant due to its immaculate plot. The story follows Rai, a powerful noble who awakens after 820 years without knowledge of humanity’s scientific advancement.
He enrolls in the school and makes several friends so that he can learn about the human world and its advancements. The series showcases the group’s dangerous adventures and is an excellent starter for those looking to get into manhwa.
Eleceed
Eleceed offers fans a unique and refreshing way of viewing the superhero genre. The manhwa got high praise for its unique art style and stunning visuals. The story follows Jinwoo, a kind boy who has always hidden his abilities, and Kayden, an agent disguised as a cat after sustaining injuries. After taking a liking to Jinwoo’s kindhearted nature, Kayden trains him, showing him a new world for awakeners. It is a nice change of pace for people looking to kick back and enjoy the ride.
Tower of God
The popular manhwa is based on the story written by S.I.U. The manhwa is one of the most popular manhwa in existence today, with a successful anime adaptation to boot. Despite the entirety of the series taking place in a tower, it is still regarded as one of the best adventure stories today. It follows the story of Bam, a boy trapped under a tower. He befriends a girl named Rachel, who keeps him company until she enters the tower. Bam decides to enter the tower, facing numerous challenges as he hopes to reunite with Rachel.
Solo Leveling
Solo Leveling is one of the titles responsible for the propagation of manhwa today. It is the perfect start for fans seeking a healthy obsession. The manhwa has also released an anime adaptation that is constantly making waves in the anime community. The manhwa embodies many traits found in a lot of isekai anime today. Making it a fascinating read for fans of the popular genre.
It follows the life of Sung Jin-Woo, dubbed the “World’s Weakest Hunter.” because he could not clear an F-rank dungeon without injury during a near-death experience in a double dungeon. He obtains an infinite leveling system that enables him to change his destiny and reach the peak of humanity’s power.
