Hello everyone, I’m sharing the Top 10 action manhwa that I believe are definitely worth reading. This list is based entirely on my personal opinion, so it’s totally fine if you don’t agree. Still, I’ll explain why I think these titles are worth your time and shouldn’t be missed. I actually have a lot more recommendations, but for now, here are my first ten.
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| Defiance of the Fall | Action, LitRPG, Underdog Story | Ongoing, 11 Episodes |
| Ultimate Shut-in | Action, Dystopian, Post-Apocalyptic | Ongoing, 72 Episodes |
| The Returned C-Rank Tank Won't Die! | Action, Ability User, Overpowered MC | Hiatus, 46 Episodes |
| Hero of All Trades | Action, Ability User, Heros' Journey | Ongoing, 72 Episodes |
| The Apothecary Prince | Comedy, Isekai, Redemption | Ongoing, 102 Episodes |
| Superhuman Streamer | Action, LitRPG, Virtual Reality | Ongoing, 31 Episodes |
| Too Many Heroes for the Demon Lord | Action, Social Rebellion, Regression | Ongoing, 23 Episodes |
| Reincarnated as the Grand Duke’s Third Son | Action, Underdog Story, Social Rebellion | Ongoing, 23 Episodes |
| The Back Alley Mage's Second Life | Action, Witch/Wizard, Regression | Ongoing, 38 Episodes |
| Chronicles of the Lazy Sovereign | Martial Arts, Chosen One, Overpowered MC | Ongong, 29 Episodes |
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10. Defiance of the Fall |
This one is still fairly new, with around 11 episodes so far, but it’s already looking promising. I like how the MC quickly adapts to his situation, and his personality makes him easy to follow.
So, he was transported into a strange multiverse, where he has to survive on his own. Like any Action genre, it uses a ranking system, but it still feels engaging. It’s unclear whether he’s the only one who ended up there, because when he eventually returns and looks for his friends, they’re nowhere to be found. Instead, monsters similar to the ones from the multiverse have appeared, and Earth is no longer the same.
It feels like demons and monsters have begun invading the world, and everything has changed. I’m still following along to see where the story goes, but so far, it’s definitely worth checking out.
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9. Ultimate Shut-in |
This one’s seriously good. If you enjoy stories where the MC builds and manages their own fortress, you should definitely check this out. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, monsters suddenly start appearing everywhere including massive ones.
The MC ends up trapped alone in his apartment building, but thanks to his unique ability, monsters can’t get inside. This story also a ranking system where surviving and defeating monsters earns experience. What makes it even more interesting is his skill whenever monsters are killed near his apartment, he earns money, which he can use to buy supplies and essentials.
As the story progresses, his goal becomes saving his parents and grandparents. Along the way, he starts recruiting other survivors into his apartment, giving them abilities or upgrading their skills. Once he confirms his family is safe, he doesn’t stop there—he continues helping others reunite with their loved ones, making his journey even more meaningful.
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8. The Returned C-Rank Tank Won’t Die! |
If you enjoy dungeon settings and ranking systems, this one is worth checking out. The MC is female, and what I really like is that she’s not written in an annoying way like many others in this genre. The story starts with her being abandoned by her teammates, who leave her behind just to save themselves. From there, things get intense especially the revenge part, which is really satisfying.
As the story progresses, she begins to uncover the mystery of something inside her body that’s been influencing her. She gains the ability to understand monsters, which adds an interesting twist. Eventually, she realizes who is it, and her goal shifts toward finding a way to remove it while dealing with everything else along the way.
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7. Hero of All Trades |
Gang In wakes up in the year 2024 with no memory of who he is. Soon after, he hears a voice named ACE (Autonomous Combat Entity), an AI that tells him he was once part of the Earth Federation Forces back in 2082 and has mastered a wide range of skills.
This one is really entertaining and surprisingly funny. True to its title, he can pretty much do anything—cooking, acting, singing—you name it, all thanks to ACE. Since he’s lost his memories, he teams up with ACE to recover his past while trying to adjust to normal life on Earth.
So far, I’m enjoying it, though I have to admit one downside... the girl who keeps following him can be pretty annoying. Personally, I don’t find her cute at all, more on the irritating side, haha.
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6. The Apothecary Prince |
This one really gives off The Greatest Estate Developer vibes, especially because of the MC’s personality and over-the-top expressions. He’s honestly hilarious.
The story follows a Korean doctor who gets reincarnated as a sickly prince from a web novel he once read. At first, he’s relieved—no more debt—but that excitement quickly disappears when he realizes he’s now stuck in a dying body.
Then, in order to extend his own life, the system requiring him to treat patients. One of the funniest parts is how his internal organs are portrayed with their own consciousness, the way they react, celebrate, or suffer is just ridiculously entertaining.
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5. Superhuman Streamer |
As the title suggests, this story revolves around a virtual reality game called Reverse Planet. The MC tries it out after his friend recommends it, but things take a dark turn when he ends up trapped inside the game.
He becomes a test subject along with others, but in the end, he’s the only one who survives. Driven by grief and anger, he’s pushed toward revenge for everything that happened. It takes decade, but he eventually becomes a superhuman-level contract killer and finally takes down the director responsible for their suffering.
After completing his mission, he’s given a chance to return to the real world. But, even after escaping, he’s still haunted by the ghosts of his fallen companions. Unable to move on, he goes back into Reverse Planet, only to realize that this time, it’s the real game.
Now paired with his friend, a famous streamer, Soyul Kang, his deadly skills quickly gain attention and go viral—putting him right back in the spotlight and on the radar of the people behind everything.
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4. Too Many Heroes for the Demon Lord |
Even with only a few episodes so far, this one already stands out. What makes it unique is that the MC is a demon. He attends an academy where demons train to become tower masters, all while strictly following the Demon King Code.
But, everything changes when a hero he fights reveals the truth that demons like them are basically being used as stepping stones for heroes to gain experience and grow stronger, following the same repetitive pattern. After learning this, he regresses and becomes determined to break every rule and change his fate.
In his second life, things quickly spiral into chaos. There’s even a moment where he kidnaps a princess, only to find out she’s actually the crown princess. The story mixes action with a lot of comedy, especially through his unpredictable decisions and the hilarious reactions of his subordinates.
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3. Reincarnated as the Grand Duke’s Third Son |
This one follows Jake, a former mercenary leader who was born into poverty and fought his way up, only to be betrayed and killed by the nobles he trusted. Instead of dying, he’s given a second chance at life, this time as the third son of one of the most powerful families in the empire.
What makes this story engaging is the contrast between his past and present life. Even though he’s now surrounded by wealth and privilege, he still carries the mindset and experience of someone who had to struggle to survive. That combination makes his character feel more grounded and driven compared to typical noble-born protagonists.
It’s interesting to watch how he uses his second chance not just to live comfortably, but to aim even higher than before. If you enjoy revenge, ambition, and smart progression in a reincarnation story, this one is definitely worth checking out.
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2. The Back Alley Mage's Second Life |
This one mixes action and comedy really well, and that balance makes it easy to enjoy. The story follows Aster, who was once a loyal “hound” serving a powerful magic family. Despite his loyalty, he gets used, betrayed, and eventually killed.
But instead of ending there, he gets a second chance at life. Returning to his younger days in the back alleys where everything started. This time, however, he isn’t powerless. He carries knowledge from the future, which completely changes how he approaches everything.
What makes this manhwa stand out is his new goal. Aside from chasing revenge or power, Aster dream to build a library where anyone regardless of status or prejudice can freely learn and access knowledge.
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1. Chronicles of the Lazy Sovereign |
This is my top pick so far and I highly recommend it. It's very hilarious.
The story follows a ridiculously lazy MC who, despite his attitude, dreams of becoming the greatest martial artist in the world. His laziness is on another level, it even causes his father constant frustration as he tries everything just to get him to do something productive. Ironically, the only time he actually gets up of his bed is when he hears that his brother is returning home.
He’s the type of character who believes effort is futile and gives up before even starting. But everything changes when he encounters a mysterious ghost who tells him he is the “chosen one.” Tbh, the ghost feels more like the one suffering here, dealing with his attitude.
Overall, it’s a really funny and chaotic journey.
- Which of these manhwa have you already read, or which ones are you planning to read next?