Our top 5 must-read Webtoon Isekai!

Are you looking for a Isekai Webtoon Must-reads? Here's a selection of Korean manhwa Must-reads, ranging from historical medical fiction to courtly romance and even the most offbeat fantasy.

These isekai webtoons focus on the reincarnation, adventure, and a variety of themes: romance, court intrigue, and heroic fantasy.

Some have even been adapted into anime or light novel. Definitely add this to your webtoon collection.

No. 1: The Divine Surgeon

Available on best webtoon sites, The Divine Surgeon immerses you in the Ancient China, during the Three Kingdoms period. This Korean manhwa tells the story of Han Jin Su, a junior about to graduate with a degree in surgeon.

His life is turned upside down:

• He is a licensee;
• His girlfriend is cheating on him;
• He ended up being murdered.

But he doesn't really die. He finds himself reincarnated in ancient China, now known as Bu Hwa, ready to embark on a great adventure as a surgeon. This expertise would prove invaluable to him when the empire went to war.

Written by Park Dong Shin and published in 2022, the manhwa is written by Syaimel and illustrated by Choi Byeong Ik.

The series was published in French by Piccoma, but the platform has ceased operations in France; there is no longer an official French-language edition that is readily available today.

If you like historical webtoons With a genuine medical flair, it's one of the best of its kind. The themes of war and ancient medical magic are handled with care throughout the volumes.

TOP #2: Who Made Me a Princess?

Designed by Plutus and illustrated by Spoon, this series was published in 2017.

It's a pure isekai webtoon romance which is based on reincarnation in a world of Fantasy Royale. The imperial family, magic, and forbidden love: these are the central themes of this collection of Korean romance novels.

A modern woman wakes up in the body of’Athanasia, a heroine from a novel with a tragic fate. In the book she knows, this young princess dies at the age of 18, killed by her own father, Emperor Claudius of Algiers Obelia, ruler of the Empire of’Obelia.

He has only a few years left to change the ending of his story. The best solution: win over his ruthless father. If that doesn't work, he'll have to run away. But before all that, learning to walk would be a good start.

It's the most accessible from this selection to get started with the isekai genre, featuring strong emotional stakes and a father-daughter relationship at the heart of the plot.

You can read it in French at Delitoon, under the title *Tell Me, Princess!*

TOP #3: This Villainess Wants a Divorce!

Adapted from the novel by Nokki and designed by Abin, this manhwa was released in 2018 in Korea (2020 on Tapas).

It has more than 120 chapters. Its main strength: the perspective of a villainess, in other words, the villain of the novel. It is precisely this offbeat perspective that makes the story so delightful.

A young Korean woman is reincarnated into a romance novel and takes the place of Carnelia Easter, right after her marriage to the crown prince Caesar, they were only 12 years old at the time.

Carnelia trapped this prince in this marriage at the empress's request—she wanted to prevent him from forming an alliance with a prominent family—and she must now convince him to to get a divorce.

Things are quickly getting complicated between her, the prince, the heroine, and the empress. Her health issues are adding to all her other problems. How will she get through this?

If you like pragmatic heroines in villain roles, with lots of’humor and a good dose of romance, you're going to love it. The themes of betrayal and power struggles really add depth to the story. You can read it at Tapas, both as a webtoon and as a novel.

TOP No. 4: Lout of Count’s Family

Developed by Yoo Ryeo Han, with the screenwriter Byeol Na Rae and illustrator PAN4, this manhwa was released in 2020. Adapted from a light novel, he fully embraces the concept of teleportation in a novel, blending adventure, drama, and fantasy.

A young man reads a novel before falling asleep, then wakes up in the body of a character from the book. He doesn't end up in the hero's shoes Choi Han, but that of a first-class thug: Cale Henituse, the eldest son of Count Henituse.

The twist: he only read the first volumes of the novel. His knowledge of the plot is therefore limited. He tries to use what he knows to avoid the worst, since the hero plans to blow his head off. But with a incomplete memory, will he really be able to change his fate?

It had more than’about a hundred chapters at the time of publication, with a sequel currently in progress. You can find the French version at Webtoon.com. If you want some’fantasy adventure With a hero who knows (part of) the story and has to use his wits to survive, this manhwa is perfect for you.

TOP No. 5: The Greatest Real Estate Developer

Kim Suho is a student in civil engineering. One day, he wakes up in the body of a man from another era and becomes the son of a a noble family deeply in debt.

To make ends meet, he put his architectural plans into action and launched numerous construction projects, drawing on his engineering skills.

This manhwa subverts the conventions of the’heroic fantasy in a unique way. You'll find the magic, the nobles, and the sword fights, but the hero's real growth comes through the’engineering and urban planning.

That’s what sets it apart from all other isekai webtoons, a far cry from the classic harem or power-up themes.

History is written by Mun Baek Gyeong and illustrated by Kim Hyeon Su. The original version was published in 2021 on Naver and an English version is available at Webtoon.com.

Other Isekai Webtoons You Shouldn't Miss

These 5 manhwas are must-reads, but the isekai genre has plenty of other gems to offer. Here are some other titles to check out based on your tastes.

Must-Read Classics of the Isekai Genre

Before diving into Korean manhwa, there are a few Japanese manga and anime titles you can’t miss: some laid the groundwork for the genre, while others have become recent staples.

• Villainess Level 99 : A woman wakes up in a role-playing game as the villainess. Rather than resign herself to her fate, she decides to take matters into her own hands. A mix of comedy, magic, and romance set in a fantasy world.
• That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime : A man reincarnated as a slime in a fantasy world. This manga, which has been adapted into an anime, is one of the most popular in its genre. The story explores themes of friendship, survival, and the creation of a world populated by monsters and demons.
• The Rising of the Shield Hero : A hero summoned to another world with only a shield as his weapon. The Shield Hero must contend with betrayal, isolation, and demons that threaten the world. The anime adaptation of this light novel has been a global success.
• Overlord : A player reincarnated as a skeleton wizard in a fantasy video game that has come to life. An isekai classic in light novels, manga, and anime.
• Sword Art Online : Players trapped in a virtual role-playing game where in-game death means real-life death. A seminal title in the «trapped in another world» subgenre.
• I’m the Villainess, So I’m Taming the Final Boss : A female gamer who is reincarnated into her favorite otome game, in the body of the villainess doomed to die. She tries to seduce the great demon in order to survive. A Japanese light novel adapted into a manga and then into an anime in 2022.

Isekai Romance and Otome Game Webtoons to Read

The Korean isekai romance genre has established itself as a category in its own right, particularly around the themes of the “villainess” and “otome games.” These manhwas often feature a woman who has been reincarnated into a novel or role-playing game, doomed to play the role of a villain or a secondary character.

• The Reason Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion : A woman reincarnated into a romance novel as a young girl destined to be murdered. She strikes a secret deal with the duke to survive. A romantic manhwa featuring a resourceful heroine, available on Webtoon.com.
• Doctor Elise : A brilliant doctor finds herself reincarnated in the body of a corrupt princess in a medieval fantasy world. She uses her medical knowledge to serve her subjects. An isekai manhwa reminiscent of The Divine Surgeon in the topics.
• I Became the Wife of the Male Lead : A reader who is reincarnated into a romance novel as a supporting character. She tries to protect the hero while avoiding her own death. A touching manhwa exploring the themes of love and sacrifice.

Isekai Action and Adventure Webtoons to Check Out

If you prefer action to romance, these manhwas focus on leveling up, combat, and survival in a fantasy world filled with monsters and demons.

• The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor : A poor young man finds himself in a virtual-reality role-playing video game. He chooses the sculptor class—considered useless—and tries to survive using his ingenuity. A manhwa adapted from a Korean light novel, a pioneer of the video game isekai genre.
• Solo Leveling : the world's most famous Korean action manhwa. Sung Jinwoo, the hunter ranked as the weakest, remains in our world: portals are what cause dungeons and monsters to appear on Earth. A mysterious «System» selects him and allows him to grow stronger with each victory. Purists even refer to this as a 'reverse isekai»: it’s not the hero who travels to another world—it’s the other world that comes to him.
• The Beginning After the End : A king reincarnated in a new world with his memories intact. He grows up keeping his true abilities a secret while learning magic and combat. An isekai manhwa with a long and deep narrative, adapted from a light novel.
• Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint : A man finds himself in the world of a novel that he is the only one to have read all the way through. He knows the story, the secrets, and the mistakes to avoid, but still has to face demons and monsters. A highly acclaimed isekai manhwa, available to read on Webtoon.com.
• Murim Login : A dungeon hunter finds himself teleported into a martial arts-style role-playing game. Every time he logs into this alternate world, he gains new skills for his real world. A manhwa that blends isekai, adventure, and comedy.
• Return of the Mount Hua Sect : A martial arts master reincarnated into the body of a young disciple from his own school, centuries after his death. He must restore his clan’s former glory as he faces the demons threatening the world. A highly acclaimed historical fantasy manhwa.

Other isekai manhwas to add to your collection

• A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special : A mage who has traveled back in time with memories of a world destroyed by monsters. He tries to use his knowledge to prepare the world for the coming catastrophe. An isekai manhwa that blends adventure, magic, and romance.
• The Second Coming of Gluttony : A man with no future finds himself teleported to a parallel fantasy world. He must learn to use his abilities in this new world filled with adventurers and demons. A dark isekai manhwa, adapted from a popular Korean light novel.
• The Novel’s Extra : An isekai novelist wakes up inside his own book as a minor character with no role in the story. He tries to survive and alter the plot. An original manhwa that explores the themes of literary creation and fantasy.
• I Am the Sorcerer King : A man reincarnated into a world overrun by monsters. He rediscovers his powers as a great sorcerer and tries to protect his loved ones. An action-packed isekai manhwa available on several webtoon sites.

How do you choose an isekai webtoon based on your tastes?

The isekai genre encompasses dozens of very different manhwas. Here's how to quickly find something you'll like based on your preferences.

• Do you like romance? : begins with Who Made Me a Princess Where The Reason Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion. These two manhwas tell a love story intertwined with a struggle for survival in a fantasy world set in a royal court.
• Do you love action and the thrill of building up to a climax? : Solo Leveling is a must. For something longer, The Beginning After the End Where Return of the Mount Hua Sect will keep you on the edge of your seat for hundreds of chapters.
• Do you like villainess heroines? : This Villainess Wants a Divorce and I’m the Villainess, So I’m Taming the Final Boss are the two defining works of the genre. Both titles blend comedy and romance in a fantasy world.
• Do you like medical or historical themes? : The Divine Surgeon and Doctor Elise are perfect for you. These two isekai manhwas feature a reincarnated hero or heroine who uses their medical knowledge in an ancient world.
• Do you like video game worlds? : The Legendary Moonlight Sculptor Where Murim Login are good places to start. These manhwas explore the theme of the connection between the real world and a virtual fantasy universe.
• Do you want something original? : The Greatest Estate Developer is one of a kind. No other isekai webtoon places such a strong emphasis on engineering and urban planning in its story.

If you don't know where to start, give it a try at Who Made Me a Princess : It's the most accessible.

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