Hey guys! Today’s topic is going to be really exciting. Can you guess it? You got that right! It is Manhwa Where the MC Starts Weak but Becomes OP. I know we all love the MCs following a journey of being the weakest to strongest.
Since it’s no fun to watch the hero be powerful right from the beginning. Therefore, worry not! I am going to provide you with a list of entertaining manhwas where you’ll love to see MCs struggling. So, let’s begin!
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Korean WEBTOONS Where The Overpowered MC is Weak In The Beginning (Recommendations)
20) Long Live the King
17/20 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 7/10 | 40/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Imagine yourself being a king of a kingdom. Hey, now come back to reality because you’re not, ROFL! This one is an entertaining story of an ordinary guy who became the king in just a glimpse! There is a surprise; the MC becomes the king in another universe!
How and why? These are the questions you have to find yourself. So, good luck!
19) Skeleton Soldier Couldn’t Protect the Dungeon
17/20 | 8/10 | 7/10 | 8/10 | 40/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
This manhwa is popular for its exceptional and intriguing plot. Like the name says, it’s the story of a skeleton soldier who couldn’t protect something precious. Well, that’s where the twist begins. This skeleton soldier was very loyal to his master in his first life.
However, due to some tragedy, he failed to protect her and therefore both died. No worries guys, his second life is the complete opposite. He is somehow back to his past and pledges to serve his life for the protection of his master!
LOL! We can see such loyalty only in comics!
18) Solo Auto Hunting
18/20 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 42/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
This comic is a gift for all game lovers who are in search of an OP MC (Overpowered Main Character). The plot begins by showing the MC’s daily boring life in a meat shop. But the twist begins when his life takes a 360-degree turn.
You guessed it right! His world changed into a game. And the best is when he becomes an MMORPG player in that. Like wow! I wish this could happen in real life!
17) Charlotte has Five Disciples
15/20 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 42/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Guys, if you like reading about magic, then this one is made for you. The story revolves around Charlotte who used to be the most powerful archmage. She saved the world from the demon king. However, the demon king vowed to come back!
The story is pretty complex as it follows a lot of twists. After years have passed, she decided to kill herself! ROFL! We all know this couldn’t happen! So, instead of dying, she lost her magical powers!
And can you guess the worst? Nah, you can’t! The demon lord returned! Dang! It’s giving me chills! What do you guys think? Can Charlotte become a hero from zero?
16) Nano Machine
19/20 | 7/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 42/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Like all the main characters, Yeo Woon here is also following a typical lifestyle. The only difference is that he belongs to the Demonic Cult. Whoa! He must have some demon powers, right? Nah! That’s where the twist comes in!
He is a person who is no good for others but what about when fate is showering its blessings on you? Like a guest from the future, getting injected by a Nanomachine, and becoming the best martial artist in the world…Sounds like a bluff, right?!
That is actually the journey of our protagonist! Join him if you want to know how he progresses!
15) Limit Breaker
19/20 | 7/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 43/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Truly speaking, this one here is a pretty interesting and unique story. All of us have read some Manhwas and Korean webtoons where the main lead sleeps for a long time because of certain reasons and wakes up after a few hundred or maybe thousands of years. But what if your beauty sleep is disturbed?
Okay, for me, I will have dark circles and I really hate them! LOL! I wish it was this easy for Kim as well. He was supposed to wake up after a few thousand years but wakes up only after 10 years. But to his surprise, his real world has changed as if not ten but it actually seems like a thousand years have gone by.
He has to face monsters, fight his way through them, and whatnot. Wait…did also he have some superpowers? Well! I am not going to tell you this one, you have to read it yourself for the full story.
14) The Greatest In The World
20/20 | 7/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 43/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Do I actually need to summarize this one? Funny as it is but it’s the truth! Our main protagonist is actually the greatest and strongest. The only good thing about this one is that he does not stop at being the best.
Like all other heroes, with each battle, he grows. He learns from his opponents and becomes even stronger. So, for a change of pace, how about you gu
13) Legendary Moonlight Sculptor
19/20 | 8/10 | 8/10 (Video) Top 10 Anime Where Main Character Is OP But Pretends to be Weak | 8/10 | 43/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
This one is a story of a struggling and hardworking guy named Hyun Lee. He has to work day and night to make both ends meet. However, I hope we know, when one is at peak of his potential, the best happens!
The same happened with him. His life flipped when he entered the world of virtual reality. The best part of the game is you can earn money! Yes, it’s awesome, right? His journey of being a zero to hero is simply thrilling!
12) Wizard of Arsenia
19/20 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 43/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
What exactly is the relationship between wizards and quests? To be honest, I never get this. But oh! As long as I get to see a lot of magical outbursts, action sequences, handsome, and cool main characters I am up for anything. I bet the same is the case with you guys, right?
Lee is our main protagonist and he happens to be a mage. You know how they swing their wands and then whoosh! The trick happens! Anyway, Lee is an ordinary mage who came across a quest from a grand wizard.
To become the greatest mage, one needs to clear the quest with golden numbers. Now I am curious if Lee is alone in this quest or not? And how is he going to clear it starting from a weak mage and ending at…?
Oh, so you are talking about a weak hero getting stronger step by step? Well duh! Isn’t it why you are here? Aren’t you thinking what is different about this one?
11) Dice
18/20 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Hey, have you ever been bullied? On top of that, have you ever felt like your life is a punishment? Then no worries dude! Because our hero is just like you, his life is full of sorrows. However, he shocks everyone with his gifted abilities.
Oops! Actually, he himself was shocked when he got the dice. The dice is just like a cube which when rolls changes everything like magic! This is how our MC turned an OP MC in a glimpse! Isn’t it amazing? You can also change your life by just finding a dice that works for you!
10) The Max Level Hero Has Returned
19/20 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 44/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Okay guys, this manhwa has a very filmy story. The main lead’s life is full of tragedies. You’ll get pretty emotional seeing Davy being comatose. But hey! No worries, he is the hero after all! During all this, his soul went to train in a sacred place and kept training for almost a thousand years.
Yeah! You got that right! In short, it’s a great manhwa that spellbinds the audience by creating an emotional bond with the hero. And gradually, surprises them by making him an OP MC!
9) The Player That Can't Level Up
19/20 | 8/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 44/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Just like its name, there is a player who, no matter what happens,can’t level up. He is always a Level 1 player be it now or be it after 5 years. He kills goblins, monsters, and whatnot! But he never level-ups! Wait, what? Then how come he is a strong Main Character?
I bet you are thinking this, right? I won’t spoil your suspense but it’s just a thought that if someone is already at level 1, then aren’t they already at the top? Lol! If that’s how it is then I am a genius.
8) Return Survival
17/20 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 45/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
It’s an excellent story of a guy who died weak but came back to life being an OP MC. Yes, before his death, the world was in chaos. Zombies attacked the world and caused a ruckus. In between all this, our hero died in the hands of the living dead.
As expected, after the MC’s return, he vowed to be the strongest! But let me tell you one thing, this manhwa is full of thrilling events! You never know what’s going to happen next!
7) Murim Login
20/20 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 45/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
I have heard people stumble upon rocks. But you know what? Those who are destined to be heroes stumble upon a genie, a lamp, a magical wand, or in this case a VR machine. So much for a couch potato, lol!
Our hero, Jin, enters this game world and from a newbie to a perfectionist, he grows like none else but then decides to go back to his real world. Hold on, guys! It is not such a typical one, there is a twist here as well.
Even in the real world, he has all his skills and powers of the game world and he is offered to become a monster hunter. What do you think…does he become a monster hunter in the real world or does he go back to where his friends are?
6) Dungeons and Artifacts
19/20 | 9/10 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 45/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Fellas, just to let you know that this one here is a revenge story! Man! They are my personal favorite because the main characters actually become overpowered and get the spotlight for once! Hehe!
As its name suggests, you are going to see a lot of dungeons and also some artifacts. But just that would be a bummer, right? Let me tell you a secret. There is going to be a lot of action, magical beasts, and sentimental scenes, and of course, don’t forget the revenge plot.
Our big guy is definitely not coming slowly in his second life…oops! Did I spoil it just now?
5) Ultimate Outcast
20/20 | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 46/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
An outcast? No, he is an Ultimate Outcast. Good for nothing kid but after seeing his friend suffer and die he decides on taking revenge. So, everyone can guess what is going to happen next but oh! There is something else waiting for you here!
In short, it’s a complete package full of lessons. Above all, one can easily relate to the realities it portrays because we all are different in one way or another. If you’re looking for reality-based manhwa where the MC strives to be the best, then this one is highly recommended!
Besides, I am definitely not going to spill the beans so, good luck!
4) Rise from the Rubble
19/20 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 46/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Here we go again! This is a typical story with just an ordinary hero who is degraded 10 years ago because he couldn’t perform well during a monster outbreak. Nobody gives him respect; nobody acknowledges him…wait, why does this sound so similar to Naruto?
Lol! I guess all great heroes have the same start. But guess what? Unlike other heroes, Fan turns out to be a whiz. For the past 10 years, he has been fighting on his own like a madman. I am just curious as to how much stronger he has become now…Are you curious too?
3) The Villainess Turns the Hour Glass
20/20 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 49/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Surprise, surprise… I am bringing you a unique one here. Till now, you went through the Manhwa and Korean Webtoons where the protagonist is male. Yeah! Old hat, right?
But this one is a masterpiece where the protagonist is a girl.
A villainess in her previous life got a chance at her new life and as a bonus, she got the power of the hourglass…she is sassy and classy, I must say!
2) Trash Of The Counts Family
20/20 | 10/10 | 9/10 | 10/10 | 49/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
A young high school boy suddenly opens his eyes in a novel. He possessed an insane person’s body and what’s more is that even being sane, he doesn’t know exactly what is going on here! The reason is: he didn’t read the novel… yeah, the hell’s going to be real.
Trust me or not, this manhwa will make you go crazy with its captivating plot. Other than that, get ready to fall in love with the beauty of the characters!
1) Solo Leveling
20/20 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 10/10 | 50/50 |
ManhwaStoryline:
Who hasn’t heard about Solo Leveling? If you are one, then buddy seriously, you have missed a masterpiece! I can bet on that! It’s the best manhwa where the MC starts weak but becomes OP later on!
The way Sun Jinwoo transforms from being the weakest to strongest is mind-blowing. I am afraid because I don’t want to spoil it for you. However, let me tell you, this is about monster hunting and leveling up. The more you kill the monster, the more ranks you gain!
Please, dude, you can’t afford to miss this one!
Which Manhwa Do You Like?
Let Us Know In The Comments!
What do you guys think about the above recommendations? I know they all are similar in one way or another but that’s how it is. Though the concept is similar, you will love the thrill and entertainment. You can thank me later!
Let me know in the comments below which manhwa is your favorite and why you like it?
FAQs
Is manhwa left to right? ›
Manhwa is read in the same direction as English books, horizontally and from left to right, because Korean is normally written and read horizontally. It can also be written and read vertically from right to left, top to bottom.
What are the big 3 manhwa? ›Here's what you should know about Noblesse, The God of High School, and Tower of God. To most anime and manga fans, the “Big Three” are the three series that took their industry by the horns and steered it forward for over two decades.
What is the most famous manhwa? ›As expected, Solo Leveling is the all-time favorite manhwa of fans as the series has a record 334,977 user votes on the MyAnimeList. Another, notable mention in the list is the popular manhwa series Tower of God written & illustrated by S.I.U. The manhwa also received an anime television series in 2020 by Crunchyroll.
Does BTS have a manhwa? ›LINE Digital Frontier, which is an online comic service, announced its collaboration with 3 Korean pop bands. According to the collaboration Line Manga will release Webtoon and Webnovels, which will have original stories featuring Kpop group members.
What is the oldest manhwa? ›The 12th and 13th century scrolls known as Choju Jinbutsu Giga, (or Scrolls of Frolicking Animals in English), are thought to be the oldest example of sequential storytelling in Japanese art, leading them to be dubbed the world's first ever manga.
What is Korean anime called? ›To distinguish it from its Japanese counterpart, Korean animation is often called hanguk aeni (Korean: 한국 애니; lit. Korean animation) or guksan aeni (Korean: 국산 애니; lit. domestic animation).
What is the best manhua ever? ›- 8/10 Once Again.
- 7/10 Lovely Everywhere.
- 6/10 Martial Universe.
- 5/10 The One.
- 4/10 Doulou Dalu.
- 3/10 The King's Avatar.
- 2/10 The Legend Of The Sun Knight.
- 1/10 The Ravages Of Time.
Goku - The King Of Anime.
What are manhwa fans called? ›Otaku (Japanese: おたく, オタク, or ヲタク) is a Japanese word that describes people with consuming interests, particularly in anime, manga, video games, or computers.
What's the number 1 manhwa? ›| Rank | Title | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solo Leveling Manhwa (? vols) Mar 2018 - Dec 2021 387,726 members | Add to list |
| 2 | The Horizon Manhwa (3 vols) Mar 2016 - Jul 2016 57,784 members | Add to list |
| 3 | Wind Breaker Manhwa (? vols) Dec 2013 - 34,666 members | Add to list |
Will Solo Leveling get an anime? ›
Solo Leveling is finally getting an anime and will be helmed by some pretty big names in the industry. At this year's Anime Expo, popular webtoon Solo Leveling was announced to receive an anime adaptation. The webtoon is based on the web novel written by Chugong and recently concluded back in December 2021.
What is the highest rated Webtoon? ›1/20 "Lore Olympus" Remains The Most Popular Webtoon Comic
It quickly rose to popularity and has been undefeated ever since. This Webtoon is a retelling of the classic Greek mythology of Hades and Persephone. It's their love story from the moment they first meet and features a wide range of gods and goddesses.
7 Fates: Chakho is a futuristic urban fantasy, and is inspired by Joseon Dynasty's tiger-hunting officers called chakhogapsa. It chronicles the story of seven boys who are connected by fate as they battle hardships together and grow up in the process.
Is 7 Fates: Chakho free? ›The first part of the Chakho story is free on Wattpad. But if you want to read the story all in one go then you can buy coins.
Why is it called a manhwa? ›The terms "manga" and "manhwa" actually come from the Chinese term "manhua," which means “impromptu drawings.” Originally, these terms were used within Japan, Korea and China, respectively, as general terms for all comics and graphic novels, regardless of the country of origin.
Who made the first anime? ›1917. The first animated film released in Japan, and therefore the first anime, was probably released in late 1916 or very early '17 by Shimokawa Oten, made with chalk, and less than five minutes long.
What was first anime? ›The earliest anime that was produced in Japan to have survived into the modern day, The Dull Sword, was released on June 30, 1917, but there it is disputed which title was the first to get that honour.
What is the longest anime? ›Sazae-san - 7,701 episodes
Recognized by the Guinness World Records, this anime holds the world record for the longest-running animated TV series. The show is about a mother named Sazae-san and her family life.
In China and in Chinese, donghua (simplified Chinese: 动画; traditional Chinese: 動畫; pinyin: dònghuà) describes all animated works, regardless of style or origin. However, outside of China and in English, donghua is colloquial for Chinese animation and refers specifically to animation produced in China.
What is Japanese anime called? ›In Japan, "anime," pronounced "ah-nee-meh," are cartoons that date back to the early 1900s. A related Japanese term is "manga," which refers to animated cartoons and comics in general, not necessarily in the anime style. Outside Japan, the terms manga and anime are often used synonymously.
What Is Oppa in anime? ›
In many animes girls use the word 'senpai' when talking about someone who is older than them or just someone who you like/ love. Oppa is a Korean phrase that is used by girls to refer to an older male that you look up to or an older male that you like.
What is the top 10 manhwa? ›| Rank | Title | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solo Leveling Manhwa (? vols) Mar 2018 - Dec 2021 387,843 members | 8.70 |
| 2 | The Horizon Manhwa (3 vols) Mar 2016 - Jul 2016 57,821 members | 8.69 |
| 3 | Wind Breaker Manhwa (? vols) Dec 2013 - 34,692 members | 8.61 |
- 3/15 The Druid Of Seoul Station, Written By Jin Seol Woo & Adapted By Mun Sung Ho With Art By Livebear (2021)
- 2/15 66,666 Years: Advent Of The Dark Mage, Written By Hwabong & Adapted By TARU With Art By PASA (2021)
- 1/15 Tower of God, By SIU (2010)
- 8/15 Mob - Mob Psycho 100.
- 7/15 Jotaro Kujo - JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.
- 6/15 Simon - Gurren Lagann.
- 5/15 Kaguya Otsutsuki - Naruto.
- 4/15 Tetsuo Shima - Akira.
- 3/15 Kyubey - Madoka Magica.
- 2/15 Zeno - Dragon Ball Super.
- 1/15 Saitama - One Punch Man.
LINE Digital Frontier, which is an online comic service, announced its collaboration with 3 Korean pop bands. According to the collaboration Line Manga will release Webtoon and Webnovels, which will have original stories featuring Kpop group members.
What is the oldest manhwa? ›The 12th and 13th century scrolls known as Choju Jinbutsu Giga, (or Scrolls of Frolicking Animals in English), are thought to be the oldest example of sequential storytelling in Japanese art, leading them to be dubbed the world's first ever manga.
What are manhwa fans called? ›Otaku (Japanese: おたく, オタク, or ヲタク) is a Japanese word that describes people with consuming interests, particularly in anime, manga, video games, or computers.
Will Solo Leveling get an anime? ›Solo Leveling is finally getting an anime and will be helmed by some pretty big names in the industry. At this year's Anime Expo, popular webtoon Solo Leveling was announced to receive an anime adaptation. The webtoon is based on the web novel written by Chugong and recently concluded back in December 2021.
What is the most viewed manhua? ›| Rank | Title | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tian Guan Ci Fu Manhua (? vols) Oct 2019 - 5,582 members | 8.59 |
| 2 | Here U Are Manhua (? vols) Nov 2017 - Dec 2020 23,146 members | 8.47 |
| 3 | Mo Dao Zu Shi Manhua (? vols) Dec 2017 - Oct 2022 7,696 members | 8.39 |
- 8/10 Once Again.
- 7/10 Lovely Everywhere.
- 6/10 Martial Universe.
- 5/10 The One.
- 4/10 Doulou Dalu.
- 3/10 The King's Avatar.
- 2/10 The Legend Of The Sun Knight.
- 1/10 The Ravages Of Time.
Who is the oldest MC in anime? ›
Ajimu Najimi from Medaka Box is the oldest. Around 3 trillion+ years old.
Who is the strongest MC in Isekai? ›- 6/15 Kumoko – So I'm A Spider, So What?
- 5/15 Tanya – The Saga Of Tanya The Evil.
- 4/15 Ainz Ooal Gown – Overlord.
- 3/15 Sadao Maou – The Devil Is A Part-Timer!
- 2/15 Shiroe – Log Horizon.
- 1/15 Azusa Aizawa – I've Been Killing Slimes For 300 Years And Maxed Out My Level.
- Naruto Uzumaki(Naruto)
- Spike Spiegel (Cowboy Bebop)
- Levi (Attack on Titan)
- Saitama (One Punch Man)
- Portagas D Ace (One Piece)
- Meliodas(The Seven Deadly Sins)
- Shoto Todoroki(My Hero Academia)
- Killua Zaoldyeck(Hunter X Hunter)
Arguably, though, the sword-slinging Erza Scarlet is Fairy Tail's #1 waifu and one of the best waifu in all of anime.
Is OP better than AOT? ›One Piece is sooo much better than AOT. It's actually better if we don't compare them because AOT is a small anime with only one single story with Dark fantasy and Action as genre where One Piece has almost all the genre from Action and Adventure to Comedy including Dark fantasy.
Who can beat Saitama? ›Baraggan Louisenbairn is one of the major antagonists of the famous anime, Bleach. He is an Arrancar of Aizen's army, and his immense spiritual powers can easily defeat Saitama. The deadliest ability he can use against Saitama is Senescencia, with which he can slow time near him.