Halloween is just around the corner, and what’s the best way to get into the season of spooks if not reading some good horror manhwa? Be it a frightening narrative filled with grotesque horror or a story with just a sprinkle of horror, manhwa has it all.
Without further ado, here are 10 scary manhwa you may want to check out.
Return Survival
If you’re a fan of post-apocalyptic horror, Return Survival is a must-read. After a zombie outbreak plunges the world into chaos, protagonist Yohan finds himself trying to survive in this bleak world. But despite his brave attempt, he still falls short and meets his end. However, his story isn’t over just yet as he is sent back six months before the zombie apocalypse happened.
Return Survival is a regression manhwa that perfectly mixes horror and action. While it does have its scary bits, it doesn’t take nerves of steel to enjoy. It can be read via Tapas.
All of Us Are Dead
Before becoming a hit Netflix series, All of Us Are Dead began as a gripping horror manhwa. Set in a high school that becomes ground zero for a zombie outbreak, the story follows a group of students who must band together to survive the undead and the increasingly dangerous environment around them. It’s a fast-paced, emotional rollercoaster that’s perfect for Halloween.
All of Us Are Dead is on WEBTOON.
Silent Moon
Set on Jukmyo Island, the story follows Sung-Hoon. He, alongside his crush Soo-Jin, wins tickets to a cruise. What begins as a seemingly innocent trip quickly turns into a nightmare when they are attacked by terrifying, zombie-like humanoid creatures. These eerie beings devour their victims, absorbing human characteristics and turning their prey into even more horrific monsters.
Silent Moon does a very great job setting the horror atmosphere throughout its 40 chapters. The art, coloring, and shading perfectly make it a terrifying read. You can experience its horror via Tapas.
The Martial World’s Undead Apocalypse
The Martial World’s Undead Apocalypse takes the zombie virus into ancient times. It mixes martial arts themes with zombie horror, which results in a suspenseful read. Furthermore, the Sigwi, the undead in this manhwa, aren’t the typical zombies. They can utilize martial arts, and the many strong ones even possess regenerative abilities.
The story revolves around Chungsoo of the Hwasan Sect. He’s a mischievous boy who has a tendency to do things his way. But when his antics have led to the destruction of the sect’s treasured library, he is sent into three years of solitary confinement. The moment he emerges from his punishment, the martial world is already taken over by the Sigwi.
Read this horror manhwa on Tapas.
Zombie X Slasher
The world may have fallen to the zombies in Zombie X Slasher, but there are more things way more terrifying than these walking corpses. At least, that is the case for Cheolsu.
You see, Cheolsu is a simple man. All he wants is to own a house of his own, though he does prefer one that has a lovely garden. Unfortunately, the zombie apocalypse has jacked real estate prices into the billions. When he does get presented with an opportunity to earn money by killing zombies, he gets conspired against by corrupt government officials. Simply put, he just can’t get a break.
Will Cheolsu ever get to live the peaceful life that he wants? Find out in Zombie X Slasher on WEBTOON.
Tales of the Unusual
Tales of the Unusual is an oldie but a goodie. It is an anthology series that brings together various horror stories with supernatural and eerie twists. Each story is short but packed with enough mystery, suspense, and horror to leave you unsettled. As such, binge-reading this one series alone may already be enough to give you all the spooky energy you need for this season.
Find all the horror Tales of the Unusual has to offer via WEBTOON.
Distant Sky
Distant Sky plunges readers into a nightmarish, apocalyptic world where the sun never rises, and the streets are filled with death. The story begins with a boy named Kang Haneul, who wakes up in the middle of a pitch-black, desolate city with no memory of how he got there. He soon meets a survivor, though the mysteries of what has happened remain unanswered. Together, they push forward seeking answers while also doing their best to keep themselves alive.
The atmosphere of Distant Sky is one of its strongest points. The oppressive blackness and the eerie silence create a mood that’s both haunting and disorienting. Even so, it’s the perfect horror manhwa for a good, long reading session. Do so through WEBTOON.
Scroll if You Dare
Much like Tales of the Unusual, Scroll if You Dare is an anthology of short horror stories. But unlike the former, this one consisted of more than twenty one-shots from different artists. Furthermore, the stories are not necessarily for the faint-hearted. It features some really grotesque art, as well as some nasty jump scares. However, it’s the perfect read for those who like really scary stuff. Check it out on WEBTOON.
Unknown Caller
Unknown Caller is a short but terrifying experience. It may only have three episodes, but each episode dishes plentiful horror and jump scares to keep you awake all night. It’s also not just the typical manhwa. In order to experience what it does have to offer, access to your device’s camera is necessary. As to what that access is for, let’s leave that to your imagination. If you’re still curious, go ahead and read it via WEBTOON.
Spore
That should be enough horror anthologies, so let’s end the list with a grotesque, plot-driven creepy title. Spore is the perfect series for that role.
The story follows Seungho Yun, a normal high school student, who suddenly finds himself in the middle of a terrifying invasion. When an unidentified flying object appeared in the sky, it brought with it swarms of deadly insect-like monsters. Amidst the chaos, Seungho struggles to survive and search for his missing family, his only guide being a strange voice in his head that gives him cryptic clues about the future.
Witness Seungho’s story in Spore, which is available to read at WEBTOON.
Published: Oct 26, 2024 10:04 am