Hey guys! Today’s topic is going to be really exciting. Can you guess it? You got that right! It is Manhwa Where the MC Starts Weak but Becomes OP. I know we all love the MCs following a journey of being the weakest to strongest.
Since it’s no fun to watch the hero be powerful right from the beginning. Therefore, worry not! I am going to provide you with a list of entertaining manhwas where you’ll love to see MCs struggling. So, let’s begin!
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Korean WEBTOONS Where The Overpowered MC is Weak In The Beginning (Recommendations)
20) Long Live the King
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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17/20 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
40/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Imagine yourself being a king of a kingdom. Hey, now come back to reality because you’re not, ROFL! This one is an entertaining story of an ordinary guy who became the king in just a glimpse! There is a surprise; the MC becomes the king in another universe!
How and why? These are the questions you have to find yourself. So, good luck!
19) Skeleton Soldier Couldn’t Protect the Dungeon
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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17/20 |
8/10 |
7/10 |
8/10 |
40/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
This manhwa is popular for its exceptional and intriguing plot. Like the name says, it’s the story of a skeleton soldier who couldn’t protect something precious. Well, that’s where the twist begins. This skeleton soldier was very loyal to his master in his first life.
However, due to some tragedy, he failed to protect her and therefore both died. No worries guys, his second life is the complete opposite. He is somehow back to his past and pledges to serve his life for the protection of his master!
LOL! We can see such loyalty only in comics!
18) Solo Auto Hunting
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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18/20 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
42/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
This comic is a gift for all game lovers who are in search of an OP MC (Overpowered Main Character). The plot begins by showing the MC’s daily boring life in a meat shop. But the twist begins when his life takes a 360-degree turn.
You guessed it right! His world changed into a game. And the best is when he becomes an MMORPG player in that. Like wow! I wish this could happen in real life!
17) Charlotte has Five Disciples
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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15/20 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
42/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Guys, if you like reading about magic, then this one is made for you. The story revolves around Charlotte who used to be the most powerful archmage. She saved the world from the demon king. However, the demon king vowed to come back!
The story is pretty complex as it follows a lot of twists. After years have passed, she decided to kill herself! ROFL! We all know this couldn’t happen! So, instead of dying, she lost her magical powers!
And can you guess the worst? Nah, you can’t! The demon lord returned! Dang! It’s giving me chills! What do you guys think? Can Charlotte become a hero from zero?
16) Nano Machine
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
7/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
42/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Like all the main characters, Yeo Woon here is also following a typical lifestyle. The only difference is that he belongs to the Demonic Cult. Whoa! He must have some demon powers, right? Nah! That’s where the twist comes in!
He is a person who is no good for others but what about when fate is showering its blessings on you? Like a guest from the future, getting injected by a Nanomachine, and becoming the best martial artist in the world…Sounds like a bluff, right?!
That is actually the journey of our protagonist! Join him if you want to know how he progresses!
15) Limit Breaker
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
7/10 |
9/10 |
8/10 |
43/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Truly speaking, this one here is a pretty interesting and unique story. All of us have read some Manhwas and Korean webtoons where the main lead sleeps for a long time because of certain reasons and wakes up after a few hundred or maybe thousands of years. But what if your beauty sleep is disturbed?
Okay, for me, I will have dark circles and I really hate them! LOL! I wish it was this easy for Kim as well. He was supposed to wake up after a few thousand years but wakes up only after 10 years. But to his surprise, his real world has changed as if not ten but it actually seems like a thousand years have gone by.
He has to face monsters, fight his way through them, and whatnot. Wait…did also he have some superpowers? Well! I am not going to tell you this one, you have to read it yourself for the full story.
14) The Greatest In The World
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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20/20 |
7/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
43/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Do I actually need to summarize this one? Funny as it is but it’s the truth! Our main protagonist is actually the greatest and strongest. The only good thing about this one is that he does not stop at being the best.
Like all other heroes, with each battle, he grows. He learns from his opponents and becomes even stronger. So, for a change of pace, how about you gu
13) Legendary Moonlight Sculptor
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
43/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
This one is a story of a struggling and hardworking guy named Hyun Lee. He has to work day and night to make both ends meet. However, I hope we know, when one is at peak of his potential, the best happens!
The same happened with him. His life flipped when he entered the world of virtual reality. The best part of the game is you can earn money! Yes, it’s awesome, right? His journey of being a zero to hero is simply thrilling!
12) Wizard of Arsenia
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
43/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
What exactly is the relationship between wizards and quests? To be honest, I never get this. But oh! As long as I get to see a lot of magical outbursts, action sequences, handsome, and cool main characters I am up for anything. I bet the same is the case with you guys, right?
Lee is our main protagonist and he happens to be a mage. You know how they swing their wands and then whoosh! The trick happens! Anyway, Lee is an ordinary mage who came across a quest from a grand wizard.
To become the greatest mage, one needs to clear the quest with golden numbers. Now I am curious if Lee is alone in this quest or not? And how is he going to clear it starting from a weak mage and ending at…?
Oh, so you are talking about a weak hero getting stronger step by step? Well duh! Isn’t it why you are here? Aren’t you thinking what is different about this one?
11) Dice
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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18/20 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
8/10 |
44/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Hey, have you ever been bullied? On top of that, have you ever felt like your life is a punishment? Then no worries dude! Because our hero is just like you, his life is full of sorrows. However, he shocks everyone with his gifted abilities.
Oops! Actually, he himself was shocked when he got the dice. The dice is just like a cube which when rolls changes everything like magic! This is how our MC turned an OP MC in a glimpse! Isn’t it amazing? You can also change your life by just finding a dice that works for you!
10) The Max Level Hero Has Returned
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
9/10 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
44/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Okay guys, this manhwa has a very filmy story. The main lead’s life is full of tragedies. You’ll get pretty emotional seeing Davy being comatose. But hey! No worries, he is the hero after all! During all this, his soul went to train in a sacred place and kept training for almost a thousand years.
Yeah! You got that right! In short, it’s a great manhwa that spellbinds the audience by creating an emotional bond with the hero. And gradually, surprises them by making him an OP MC!
9) The Player That Can't Level Up
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
8/10 |
8/10 |
9/10 |
44/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Just like its name, there is a player who, no matter what happens, can’t level up. He is always a Level 1 player be it now or be it after 5 years. He kills goblins, monsters, and whatnot! But he never level-ups! Wait, what? Then how come he is a strong Main Character?
I bet you are thinking this, right? I won’t spoil your suspense but it’s just a thought that if someone is already at level 1, then aren’t they already at the top? Lol! If that’s how it is then I am a genius.
8) Return Survival
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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17/20 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
10/10 |
45/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
It’s an excellent story of a guy who died weak but came back to life being an OP MC. Yes, before his death, the world was in chaos. Zombies attacked the world and caused a ruckus. In between all this, our hero died in the hands of the living dead.
As expected, after the MC’s return, he vowed to be the strongest! But let me tell you one thing, this manhwa is full of thrilling events! You never know what’s going to happen next!
7) Murim Login
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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20/20 |
8/10 |
9/10 |
8/10 |
45/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
I have heard people stumble upon rocks. But you know what? Those who are destined to be heroes stumble upon a genie, a lamp, a magical wand, or in this case a VR machine. So much for a couch potato, lol!
Our hero, Jin, enters this game world and from a newbie to a perfectionist, he grows like none else but then decides to go back to his real world. Hold on, guys! It is not such a typical one, there is a twist here as well.
Even in the real world, he has all his skills and powers of the game world and he is offered to become a monster hunter. What do you think…does he become a monster hunter in the real world or does he go back to where his friends are?
6) Dungeons and Artifacts
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
9/10 |
8/10 |
9/10 |
45/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Fellas, just to let you know that this one here is a revenge story! Man! They are my personal favorite because the main characters actually become overpowered and get the spotlight for once! Hehe!
As its name suggests, you are going to see a lot of dungeons and also some artifacts. But just that would be a bummer, right? Let me tell you a secret. There is going to be a lot of action, magical beasts, and sentimental scenes, and of course, don’t forget the revenge plot.
Our big guy is definitely not coming slowly in his second life…oops! Did I spoil it just now?
5) Ultimate Outcast
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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20/20 |
8/10 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
46/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
An outcast? No, he is an Ultimate Outcast. Good for nothing kid but after seeing his friend suffer and die he decides on taking revenge. So, everyone can guess what is going to happen next but oh! There is something else waiting for you here!
In short, it’s a complete package full of lessons. Above all, one can easily relate to the realities it portrays because we all are different in one way or another. If you’re looking for reality-based manhwa where the MC strives to be the best, then this one is highly recommended!
Besides, I am definitely not going to spill the beans so, good luck!
4) Rise from the Rubble
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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19/20 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
9/10 |
46/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Here we go again! This is a typical story with just an ordinary hero who is degraded 10 years ago because he couldn’t perform well during a monster outbreak. Nobody gives him respect; nobody acknowledges him…wait, why does this sound so similar to Naruto?
Lol! I guess all great heroes have the same start. But guess what? Unlike other heroes, Fan turns out to be a whiz. For the past 10 years, he has been fighting on his own like a madman. I am just curious as to how much stronger he has become now…Are you curious too?
3) The Villainess Turns the Hour Glass
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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20/20 |
10/10 |
9/10 |
10/10 |
49/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Surprise, surprise… I am bringing you a unique one here. Till now, you went through the Manhwa and Korean Webtoons where the protagonist is male. Yeah! Old hat, right?
But this one is a masterpiece where the protagonist is a girl.
A villainess in her previous life got a chance at her new life and as a bonus, she got the power of the hourglass…she is sassy and classy, I must say!
2) Trash Of The Counts Family
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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20/20 |
10/10 |
9/10 |
10/10 |
49/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
A young high school boy suddenly opens his eyes in a novel. He possessed an insane person’s body and what’s more is that even being sane, he doesn’t know exactly what is going on here! The reason is: he didn’t read the novel… yeah, the hell’s going to be real.
Trust me or not, this manhwa will make you go crazy with its captivating plot. Other than that, get ready to fall in love with the beauty of the characters!
1) Solo Leveling
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Overpowered MC |
Character Writing |
Storyline | Art | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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20/20 |
10/10 |
10/10 |
10/10 |
50/50 |
Manhwa Storyline:
Who hasn’t heard about Solo Leveling? If you are one, then buddy seriously, you have missed a masterpiece! I can bet on that! It’s the best manhwa where the MC starts weak but becomes OP later on!
The way Sun Jinwoo transforms from being the weakest to strongest is mind-blowing. I am afraid because I don’t want to spoil it for you. However, let me tell you, this is about monster hunting and leveling up. The more you kill the monster, the more ranks you gain!
Please, dude, you can’t afford to miss this one!
Which Manhwa Do You Like?
Let Us Know In The Comments!
What do you guys think about the above recommendations? I know they all are similar in one way or another but that’s how it is. Though the concept is similar, you will love the thrill and entertainment. You can thank me later!
Let me know in the comments below which manhwa is your favorite and why you like it?
Sir you should add Blade of evolution of walking alone in dungeon. And i completed all recommendation (:
Is it good?
And here also some more recommendations:
Tales of Demons and gods
How to fight
The greatest mage return after 4000 years
Kingdom ( top 3 for me)
The tutorial tower of the advanced player
Legend of the northern blade
Nano machine
Study group
Unordinary
Shark
Second life gangster
Weak hero
God of the blackfield
Return to player
Yo How To Fight IS SICK
Hiii,I am a big fan of beginning after the end. So if you guys any recom
Plz rply
Pls read Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint. It’s amazing!
A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special.
A story about an anti-mage a world full of magic and (kind of) dungeons that involve the history of their world. He is sent back in time to save the world from an apocalypse where everyone dies (#NoSpoilers). I really liked his attitude to his friends from the future, now that they don’t know anything.
Yo, I think you should try reading The Beginning After The End or Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint
Some of these are manhua… you should probably learn the basics of the word manwha before making a list that includes non manwha
Nice catch my ninja! But what do you prefer? Manhwa or Manhua?
Overgeared should be there imo
What other manhwa do you think should be on the list?
Dungeon reset – I think it’s an enjoyable read witty and well written and it fits the genre of a weak Mc becoming op. Thanks for the list always appreciate some good recommendations, do you have any with a lot of chapters in it? Looking to get sucked into a good story 😅 also the legend of the northern hero is another amazing read great characters and story to it definitely one of my top reads.
Oooooh with a lot of chapters I guess Wind Breaker which is a good sport manhwa or Legendary Moonlight Sculptor which has the same vibes as Dungeon Rest
I second this
I think omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint , Ranker who lives a second time and the golden haired elementalist for female lead are op.Its my opinion others may not agree but for me they deserve to me in this list.
You can actually look here and see if they are on the list! https://woocommerce-875731-3033090.cloudwaysapps.com/recommendations/manhwa-with-overpowered-female-characters/
The Gamer is also one that fits the criteria of strong to weak and is also really underappreciated. You can find all of the 300+ chapter on Webtoon
Hey turning 360° means returning to same place 😁
What can u say there are some mistakes at descriptions but list is really good 👍
Ohhhh nice catch XD Appreciate it!
Well, I thought that Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint was on the list but.. nah.. nevermind but sir, you need to read it😉. It’s the best, I recommend it to those who haven’t read it
YESSSS ORV is definitely one of the top manhwa out there! But have you read The Beginning After The End?
Sorry to say but trash of the count’s family is not a story about a young high school boy because the mc is already 35 or 36 in his original body, a fully working adult. Second, the body he woke up in is the body of a boy from the count family who act like a trash, not someone insane. Lastly, the mc did read the novel but he only managed to read until the volume 5 before he woke up in the novel, so he continues living in the story without knowing the future starting from the plot after the fifth volume
Oooooof thanks for the deep info my ninja! You enjoy reading trash of the count’s family?
Concuerdo. Solo leveling es bueno, pero hay cosas mejores. Claro, la historia te atrae, el dibujo es bueno. Pero solo hasta ahí.
Levántate de los escombros #4?
La verdad es que no sé si tendrá novela pero el manhwa hasta ahora no es la gran cosa.
Cabe recalcar que es solo mi humilde opinión
I really liked long live the king but it’s a shame that it stopped
Solo leveling is awesome in my opinion though it sometimes confuses me. It’s still the best action manhwa in my opinion (no offense)
You are so true anjali. Hi I’m Raj.😅Naam to suna hi hoga.
I’m just kidding. It’s nice to find indian audience like me as well interested in anime and manhwas
1st of all thank u to author of Solo leveling.. Solo leveling is the best manhwa that i read other than action manhwas.. I total hook with this manhwa.. 100000/10.. 50000/5 star.
Sir. May I ask if you approve reposting of your contents .
Yes, as long as proper credits are given😊👌
i wasnt expecting the “villainess turns the hourglass” to be on there but im not disappointed at all lol 😳👍
Are you hyped about it???
Lol Really Nano Machine is 16th, you must be kidding me
Hmmmm where would you rank it my g?
Solo Loveling storyline for me is 3/10, character writing 2/10(coz characters are bland, u’ll get tired reading because of repeated scenarios and same faces). Storyline isn’t even solid. If you are a big fan of stories about revenge or becoming overpowered then solo leveling is for you… But if you’re a reader who value plot and characters I suggest you to drop SL.
SL isn’t bad but definitely not a masterpiece.
I actually enjoy SL. One thing that drew me into it was definitely the colroful and dynamic art style. The plot is a bit cliche but you can get drawn in the fight scenes. What do you think should be number 1?
Concuerdo. Solo leveling es bueno, pero hay cosas mejores. Claro, la historia te atrae, el dibujo es bueno. Pero solo hasta ahí.
Levántate de los escombros #4?
La verdad es que no sé si tendrá novela pero el manhwa hasta ahora no es la gran cosa.
Cabe recalcar que es solo mi humilde opinión