Adventure is a massive genre containing everything from whimsical coming-of-age tales to fantasy isekai stories. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the manhwa sphere, where readers can choose from a wide range of frequently action-packed stories featuring characters that are often more than they seem.
But with so many exciting and varied adventure titles to choose from, which among them make for the best reading experience? Here are some of the very best adventure manhwa.
The God of High School
Written and illustrated by Yongje Park, The God Of High School launched on WEBTOON in 2011 and quickly became a smash hit. The series follows Mori Jin, a 17-year-old kid from Seoul. Jin is a martial arts prodigy, and he is invited to join a martial arts tournament called The God of High School.
Jin agrees and soon finds himself in the middle of a contest packed full of strange and supernatural fighters where the winner gets to make any wish of their choice. Presenting an exciting twist on the classic tournament format, The God of High School is full of drama, excitement and highly memorable characters.
Your Letter
Created by Hyeon A Cho and available on WEBTOON, Your Letter is a wonderfully unique story that will stick with readers long after they finish it. Sori is a middle schooler who gets bullied by her peers, making her life a nightmare. When she transfers to a new school, Sori presumes the bullying will restart.
However, Sori finds a trail of letters that leads her to a strange and magical world under her new middle school. Packed full of beautiful environments, genuinely moving plots, and intriguing mystery, Your Letter is one of the most remarkable adventure manhwa out there.
Solo Leveling
Written by Chugong, Solo Leveling started life as a web novel before being turned into a webtoon. The series is set in a world where humans with magical abilities, called Hunters, have to protect humans by battling monsters. Sung Jinwoo, a weak hunter, finds himself constantly struggling for survival. However, a mysterious computer program called the System picks Sung Jinwoo and allows him to level up.
With his new strength, Sung Jinwoo sets out to learn the secrets of his world and the monsters within it. Full of mystery and intriguing characters. Solo Leveling features an absorbing world and a fun, fast-paced and action-packed plot that puts new twists on classic fantasy setups. The manhwa is available to read on Tappytoon.
Tower of God
Written and illustrated by S.I.U., Tower of God has quickly spawned a massive franchise, and it's easy to see why, as it tells a fantastic story. Twenty-Fifth Bam has spent most of his life living under a massive tower, with only his friend Rachel for support. However, one day, Rachel goes into the Tower, never to return. Bam decides to follow her, hoping to be reunited with his friend.
He soon learns that the tower is packed with dangerous tests, and nothing is as it seems. Featuring a fascinatingly unique setting, pulse-pounding action and some stunning twists, it's easy to see why Tower of God has become such a popular WEBTOON title.
Gosu
Written by Giun Ryu and illustrated by Mun Jeong Hoo, Gosu is an excellent twist on the classic wandering adventurer format. Gang Yong is a young man and a talented martial artist. However, when his master is killed, Gang Yong trains in seclusion for many years, plotting revenge as he does. Once at full strength, he heads out to avenge his master.
Alas, Gang Yong learns that the men who betrayed him and his master are already dead, and thus he has to find a new life's purpose. This unique twist makes Gosu stand out among the crowd. Mix this with riveting characters and a deep world, and the series makes for a standout adventure title, which is available to read on WEBTOON.
