Manhwa, the Korean equivalent of manga offers an incredible world of storytelling, vibrant artwork, and compelling characters. However, entering into the world of manhwa can be confusing, thanks to the vast array of genres and availability of hundreds of manhwa for beginners to kickstart their journey.

Whether it’s action, adventure, psychological thriller, or romance, this list covers the top manhwa titles that’s sure to deliver an unforgettable reading experience. So, without further ado, let’s get get you started on your manhwa adventure.

10. Wind Breaker

Wind Breaker began serialization in 2013, and still, it follows all the latest trends in fashion which may suit the taste of K-pop followers. Wind Breaker is a passionate take on cycling and friendship as it walks us through second-year high schooler Jay Jo who feels obligated to aim for the top through his studies.

However, possessing an exceptional talent for biking, there is more to him than meets the eye. Amazed by his unparalleled biking skill, Yoon Min-Woo tries to recruit him to his biking crew, but Jay coldly rejects the offer. With a determination to show Jay the fun of riding with others, Min-Woo challenges him to a match that will change the course of Jay’s life!

9. Leveling With The Gods

Leveling system manhwa has always been a first choice for the readers and Leveling With The Gods is a good-to-go manhwa for beginners. The story follows Yuwon Kim, a high-ranking warrior who is one of the last survivors of the tower. After a bitter defeat at the hands of the outer gods, he is tasked with returning to the past.

Facing a battle of extinction, Yuwon’s loss becomes the dawn of a new journey as a returnee. With renewed determination, Yuwon starts back from where he began, smashing monster after monster and relearning his skills before taking on the tower once again.

8. Bastard

Bastard is a psychological thriller manhwa with a very simplistic yet surreal storyline. The manhwa is a subtle take on child abuse with the right amount of gore, drama, plot twists, and mystery in between. Bastard follows the story of Jin Seon, a high school student who lives a tragic life under the control of his father.

To most, Jin’s father is a successful businessman and a doting parent. But that is merely a facade; in truth, he is a deranged serial killer and Jin is his unwilling accomplice! As the story unfolds, it hooks readers with its unpredictable timeline and the compelling interactions between the characters.

7. Legend Of The Northern Blade

A gripping action-packed manhwa for beginners, Legend of the Northern Blade follows the story of Jin Mu-Won who inherits the title of generation leader of the Northern Heavenly Sect after his father’s death. With no family and allies left, Jin Mu-Won leaves his homeland in an attempt to become stronger.

Years later, after completing his solitary training, the young warrior makes his appearance in the world of Murim, aiming to avenge his father’s death and take down the organization that threatens to plunge the world into darkness!

6. Eleceed

Set in a world of the “awakened” – people with unique abilities disguised from the regular humans – Eleceed tells the story of Ji-woo, a kind-hearted young lad who harnesses lightning-quick reflexes. Initially, he is unaware of his abilities until he meets Kayden, a powerful ranker in the form of a cat.

Soon, Ji-woo is thrust into a supernatural world featuring powerful individuals and organizations. Together, armed with Ji-woo’s superpowers and Kayden’s uber-smarts, they’re out to fight those forces who would let evil rule this world. Eleceed is a great kickstart manhwa for beginners having a good mix of comedy and action.

5. The Beginning After The End

The Beginning After The End is a leading isekai genre manhwa based on the web novel of the same name. The manhwa stars King Grey, a remarkable ruler with a prosperous reign. His time as king, however, comes to an abrupt end, and he reincarnates as Arthur Leywin – a baby born in a world of magic and monsters.

Equipped with memories of his previous life and the desire to protect the newfound warmth surrounding him, Arthur begins his journey of becoming a strong warrior once again! The fantasy-lined story presents adventures, fights, and characters that keep the audience excited and engaged.

4. Boxer

The boxing community will find this manhwa as a gem of finding and it’s arguably the best sports manhwa for beginners. The Boxer tells the story of Yu, a cold and emotionless boxer whose intense mental trauma coming from a childhood of abuse has given him a savant-like ability to perceive time as if in slow motion.

Despite his knack for talent, Yu prefers to let his perpetrators beat him down as he finds no meaning in his survival. Things begin to look up when Yu meets a legendary boxing coach, K. Training under him, Yu enters a world full of formidable adversaries – righteous and monstrous alike – and for the first time ever, he has no choice but to fight back.

3. Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint

Fiction becomes reality – this is the whole premise of the action fantasy manhwa, Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint. The story follows a regular salary office worker named Kim Dokja who spent his free time reading his favorite web fiction, “Three Ways to Survive the Apocalypse”.

However, when the novel’s last chapter is released, the world Dokja lives in changes into that of the novel! Now, being the only person who knows how the world will end, Dokja utilizes his newfound understanding to alter the path of the story and the world as he knows it.

2. Solo Leveling

Solo Leveling is the most popular manhwa out there which is soon going to drop its anime adaptation. The series follows the life of the weakest hunter of all mankind, 20-year-old E-rank hunter Sung Jin-Woo who takes a dangerous job like raiding the monster dungeons in an attempt to not get killed.

Unfortunately, between his mother’s hospital bills, his sister’s tuition, and his lack of job prospects, he has no choice but to continue to put his life on the line. But, one day during a guild operation Jin-Woo encounters a tragic situation that turns his life upside-down and grants him the power to level up.

1. Tower Of God

Tower of God is arguably the most prolific South Korean-origin manhwa for beginners in terms of world-building, character exploration, fight build-up, and a rich storyline. The series is about a young boy Bam who follows his only friend Rachel to a mysterious Tower. Legends say that if you manage to climb to the top of the tower, any wish will be granted.

After passing his first test, Bam soon realizes that ascending the Tower isn’t as easy as just walking upstairs. Aided by other individuals on different floors, Bam decides to go any distance to see Rachel again even if it means dying!

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