In the world of manhwa, there’s nothing quite likethe thrill of following an overpowered protagonistwho leaves a trail of amazement in their wake. These are the tales where the heroes aren’t just strong; they redefine the very concept of power. What makes these stories so captivating is the variety in how these protagonists come into their power.
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Some start from humble beginnings, gradually ascending to god-like status. Others experience rapid, explosive growth, while a few wield their intelligence to manipulate those around them and reach incredible levels of power. Fromadrenaline-pumping actionto fantastical realms, there’s a manhwa here to enchant every enthusiast.
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10The Return Of The Disaster-Class Hero
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 7.40
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Abandoned and left to perish within a tower by his celestial allies,Geonresurfaces two decades later, stronger than ever before. In a world where constellations rule, he is able to interfere with the spiritual world thanks to his13th Sense. Endowed with the ability toregenerate lost limbsandrevert his appearanceto youthful vigor, Geon stands resilient against the treachery he endured.
Not only can he self heal, but Geon holds also anSSS skillthat grantsresistanceto all types ofpoison. It is, though, his unique ability tocut through anything, be it flesh, monsters, emotions, or memories, that makes him a force of unyielding power.
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August 24, 2025
Action, Fantasy
9The World After The Fall
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 7.45
As a tower materializes on Earth, beckoning chosen individuals to ascend and save humanity,Jaehwanalone perseveres, facing challenges that break the resolve of others. Scaling the tower’s heights, he withstands trials that claim the lives of many, until he stands alone at its pinnacle. Throughsheer determination, and after mastering the skill ofstab, Jaehwan conquers the tower’s guardian.
Years of relentless practice grant him the power tostabnot only physicalenemiesbut alsoreality itself, peeling away mirages and illusions that obscure the world. Jaehwan cansee throughthe veils ofdeception, piercing through opponents with ease in his quest to understand the true purpose of his never-ending battle. After all, the tower was only the beginning.
June 29, 2025
Action, Adventure, Drama, Mystery
8After Ten Millennia In Hell
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 7.47
After a reign of over 10,000 years, the formerdemon lordof hell,Oh Kang Woo, yearns to return to Earth, and enjoy its simple pleasures. Finally armed with the power totraverse through dimensions, he leaves his domain behind, only to find himself in an unfamiliar Earth. His skills are initially sealed, but he soons starts unlocking them, and gaining newfound ones.
One of his most overpowered abilities allows Kang Woo tosummon the demonshe once governed, each addition enhancing his own power andsoul. Thepower of predation, however, is the one that helps him quickly retrieve his old status, by allowing him toabsorb memoriesandpowersfrom those he devours.
June 06, 2025
Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
7How To Use A Returner
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 7.51
Lee Kiyoungis the main character in a survival game, where he uses his intellect and manipulation skills to navigate through it. Despite being initially overshadowed byKim Hyunsung, anoverpoweredseasonedreturner, Kiyoung quickly turns the tables by unlocking theRegressor Instruction Manual. This unique ability allows him tomanipulateemotions,memories, andcommand the regressor, becominga master manipulator who orchestrates events from the shadowswith confidence.
Kiyoung’sLiar’s Temptationcharacteristic allows him to persuade anyone and even make people of theopposite gender fall for him. He is not just a shadow operator, though, but also a geniuswarlockandalchemist, capable of casting dark magic and using dragon alchemy.
August 08, 2025
Action, Fantasy, Comedy, Drama
6Nano Machine
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 7.95
Cheon Yeo-Woonwas born into the complex hierarchy of a lord’s family, facingrestrictions on martial artsuntil the age of 15 to appease the lord’s official wives. His life takes a drastic turn when, on the brink of assassination, afuture descendantintervenes, injectingnano-machinesinto his bloodstream. These machines gift Cheon with theperfect martial arts physique, purging impurities and granting rapidself-healingabilities.
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His nano-machines allow him tocopy,analyze, and evencomprehendfuture martial artsrecorded within. Cheon can also master any written knowledge, further enhancing his skills. Last but not least, he gains an emergency defense mode, which protects him from any surprise attacks.
August 14, 2025
Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Martial Arts
5SSS-Class Revival Hunter
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 7.99
Once a weak hunter,Gong-Ja Kim’srelentless envy grants him theS-rankability,I Want To Become Just Like You, allowing him to absorb one of his killer’s abilities. An unfortunate encounter with the strongest hunter becomes a turning point as he gains the power ofReturner’s Clockwork Watch, rewinding time 24 hours before his death.
As he seeks revenge, Gong-Ja unwittingly stumbles into misunderstandings, troubles, and battles, accumulating a diverse array of abilities bycopying skillsfrom various hunters. Notably, he acquires theSword Constellation, bringing the ghostly counsel of the powerful Bae Hu-ryeong into his daily life, offering advice and aiding in skill selection. Gong-Ja’s repertoire expands further with skills tocontrol the deadand even reincarnate those he defeats as loyal followers.
August 20, 2025
Action, Adventure, Fantasy
4The Greatest Estate Developer
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 8.32
Suho Kimis transported into the world of a novel and finds himself trapped in the form ofFrontera Lloyd, one of the least significantvillains. Lloyd aspires to transform his fate and become a landlord, creating a sprawling city destined for immense profit. Throughout his journey, he acquires overpowered abilities and uses hisknowledge of the novel’s eventsto his advantage.
With the ability tosummon creatures, he defies convention by using them for construction rather than battle, from digging to processing metals. Later, he commandsundeadforces and anorc tribeas unpaid labor for monumental projects. Supported byJavier, a skilledsword master, and amana heart, Lloyd wields extraordinary powers—absorbing mana, launching devastating attacks, and even reviving from the brink of death.
August 07, 2025
Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Isekai
3Tower Of God
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 8.38
Twenty-Fifth Bam’spower transcends bounds from the moment we first encounter him. Much like Sung Jinwoo, Bam’s strength intensifies with the increased use ofshinsu, making his growthpotential limitless. As anirregularhe already has a set of skills unique to him, but as he progresses, he gains power overvengeful souls, a force he adeptly amplifies and integrates into other abilities.
Over time, Bam’s mastery extends, transforming these souls intoformidable weapons, taking the shape of blades or arrows. His martial prowess ascends to staggering heights, and he also learns theDragon’s Breathtechnique, which he uses to create powerful blast attacks.
Aug 13, 2025
Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
2Omniscient Reader
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 8.42
Kim Dokja’spower stems from beingthe sole reader to finish the novel, foreseeingthe impending apocalypse. Dokja’s abilities are as diverse as they are potent, providing him with a strategic edge. Hisunique insightallows him to delve into the thoughts, emotions, and stats of characters foretold in the novel.
Thanks to theBookmarkskill, Dokja canreplicate the skillsof characters he comprehends well, a particularly handy trick when channeling the formidable abilities of the novel’s protagonist, Joonghyuk. Dokja can also maintain an unwavering focus in battles, thanks to his mysteriousFourth Wallskill, which serves as a psychological shield, insulating him from negative emotions or physical anguish.
July 22, 2025
1Solo Leveling
My Anime List (MAL) Score - 8.67
Solo Levelingis a masterpiece that pioneered the surge in stories featuring gates and hunters. At its heart isSung Jinwoo, initially one of the weakest hunters destined for obscurity. However, his fate takes a dramatic turn when abandoned in a dungeon, chosen to become thePlayer of the System. This grants him the unparalleled ability tolevel up limitlessly.
Jinwoo evolves into a formidable force, acquiring multiple classes, includingNecromancer, which transforms intoShadow Lord, enabling him to command the dead. His knack for creating shadows from fallen foes, though limited to three chances, adds to his arsenal. Yet, it’s the titles ofRulerandMonarchthat truly set him apart, grantingtelekinetic powersand a50% boost to allies' stats. Solo Leveling indeed lives up to its name, as Jinwoo single-handedly stands as a force capable of taking on entire armies.
