10 best completed fantasy manhwa

Be it games, books, or manhwa, diving into a new world is always a fun and thrilling experience. There’s something special about getting lost in a completely different universe, and, being real, we sometimes need that escape. Good thing there are tons of great manhwa available in the market. But with so many fantasy manhwa out there, it’s hard to find something good. When you do, the series is just a few episodes long. That’s why completed fantasy manhwa is such a treat.

These titles offer a complete narrative with, oftentimes, well-developed lore. That said, here are ten series worth checking out.

Solo Leveling

Solo Leveling is undeniably one of the biggest fantasy manhwa out there. It has become famous enough to have its own animated adaptation, as well as video game adaptation. It deserves its global renown. Solo Leveling is a fast-paced, action-packed manhwa serving one epic battle after another.

It follows the story of Jinwoo Sung, an E-rank hunter who is barely stronger than an average human. But everything changes when he gains the ability to level up after surviving a near-fatal dungeon incident. This new power allows Jinwoo to continuously get stronger without limits, setting him on a path to becoming one of the strongest hunters.

Solo Leveling can be read on Tapas.

Noblesse

Noblesse is a classic in the fantasy manhwa genre, and it is fairly obvious as its cast consists of vampires and werewolves. Nonetheless, there’s a reason why it is heralded as one of the best fantasy manhwa.

It tells the story of Cadis Etrama Di Raizel, a noble vampire who awakens after 820 years of slumber in a modern world filled with new dangers. He embarks on a quest to protect humanity from both supernatural forces and rival noble families.

Noblesse is available in English on Webtoon.

The God of High School

Yet another one from the Webtoon vault is The God of High School. This fantasy manhwa had a rather long run. It first came out in 2011 and only ended in 2022. It’s an action-fantasy manhwa that mixes martial arts with various lore and mythos.

The story starts with a martial arts tournament to find the best fighter among high school students. However, the tournament quickly escalates and spirals into a mad rumble with gods, demons, and other mythical creatures.

Flow

In the world of Flow, people are assigned an animal god at birth. It determines their status and power in society, as gods can grant a wish. Naturally, weaker gods can only grant limited wishes. The story revolves around Irang, who has a cat for a god, and his attempt to undo his wish of turning back time for a few seconds.

Another one from the early days of digital manhwa, Flow is a short but sweet story that mixes fantasy with drama. Unlike many modern narratives that simply rehash common tropes, this manhwa creates an original setting and tells a unique plot.

Flow can be read via Webtoon.

Dice

It’s human desire to better oneself, especially in the face of competition. In Dice, that can be achieved with a roll of a dice. Acquiring the said dice, however, is far from easy. One must complete quests and even fight in a battle royale in the bid to get more of these mystical, life-changing items.

In the story, Dongtae, a high schooler who is at the bottom of the social hierarchy, gets a chance to change his life with these very dice. But what started as a ray of hope eventually cascaded into a battle royale for survival and powering up.

The English translation of Dice is available on Webtoon.

Tomb Raider King

Jooheon Suh is a tomb raider in a world where ancient relics with powerful abilities start appearing across the globe. However, he gets betrayed by his employer and sent to his doom. But instead of dying, he travels back in time. Now, he aims to hoard as many relics as he can and ultimately get back at those who betrayed him.

Tomb Raider King blends action, adventure, and fantasy. It’s a perfect fit for those who enjoy hoarding powerful items and building an overpowered team.

This completed fantasy manhwa is available on Tapas.

Surviving as a Fish

Surviving as a Fish breathes new life into the reincarnation trope. However, it isn’t a simple reincarnation story. It’s reincarnation mixed with drama and battle royale, and as the title suggests, it features fishes as competitors.

The story revolves around Yushin Lee, a talented corporate worker. But despite being loyal and good at his job, his boss ultimately betrays and disposes of him. Instead of dying, however, he gets reincarnated as a fish. The catch is he is still in the same world and has a chance to regain his humanity. All he has to do is defeat all the bosses or eliminate all his competitors.

Surviving as a Fish is available to read on Webtoon.

Rescue System

Despite being another reincarnation manhwa, Rescue System stands out from the rest with its unique use of the system trope. Instead of being sent into a fantastical world, its main character, the fireman Soohyuk, simply gets sent into the past. The system he acquires upon return gives him rescue missions in exchange for experience and skills. With his knowledge of the future and his newfound abilities, Soohyuk sets out to minimize or prevent casualties, especially those dear to him, from any disaster.

Rescue System is available to read on Tapas.

Dungeons and Artifacts

In a world where dungeons are dangerous, treasure-filled labyrinths, Dungeons and Artifacts follows Stetch Atelier, a dungeon explorer who is betrayed and left for dead during an expedition. However, instead of passing into the afterlife, he is bonded to a cursed artifact with a mind of its own. Together, they seek vengeance on those who wronged him and uncover the mysteries behind the dungeons themselves.

Dungeons and Artifacts is a great execution of a revenge narrative. Stetch may have acquired a powerful ally, but it is far from enough to dominate the world. He must work hard to strengthen himself and get his sweet, sweet revenge. The complete manhwa is available on Webtoon.

Death’s Game

Death’s Game takes an unconventional approach to the idea of life and death. The manhwa explores the idea of living and the true value of life in a creative manner. On that note, it’s a bit heavy on the drama side, but still a very worthwhile read.

After a failed attempt at suicide, the protagonist is given a second chance — but it comes with a twist. He must live multiple different lives, each with its own set of challenges. Should he succeed in altering his new persona’s future, he gets to live the rest of their lifespan. If he fails, Death will take him to Hell.

Death’s Game can be read in its entirety through Webtoon.

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