Why Hunter Webtoons Have Taken Over the Comic World
If you've binged Solo Leveling and found yourself desperately searching for something to fill that void, you're not alone. The hunter genre—featuring awakened humans battling monsters in dungeons while leveling up—has become one of the most addictive subgenres in comics. Korean webtoons have perfected this formula, and platforms like Webtoon, Tapas, and Tappytoon are packed with titles waiting to consume your weekends.
Top 7 Hunter Webtoons You Need to Read Right Now
1. Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint
When the novel you've been reading for a decade becomes reality, being the only person who knows the ending makes you the ultimate cheat character. This story blends meta-narrative brilliance with intense hunter action. Available on Webtoon.
2. The Beginning After the End
A powerful king reincarnated in a world of magic and monsters—think Mushoku Tensei meets hunter progression systems. The art evolution alone makes this worth the read. Find it on Tapas.
3. Return of the Disaster-Class Hero
Betrayed and left for dead, a legendary hunter returns for revenge. If you loved the power fantasy of Solo Leveling, this delivers that same satisfaction with its own unique twist.
4. SSS-Class Suicide Hunter
A unique take where the protagonist's power involves dying repeatedly to grow stronger. Dark, strategic, and surprisingly emotional. The time-loop mechanics set it apart from typical hunter fare.
5. The World After the Fall
From the creators of Omniscient Reader, this philosophical take on the hunter genre asks: what happens when everyone else takes the easy way out? Stunning art and deep storytelling.
6. Leveling with the Gods
Regression meets tower-climbing in this action-packed series. The protagonist returns to the past armed with future knowledge to save those he lost.
7. I Grow Stronger By Eating
Sometimes the simplest concepts work best. Eat monsters, gain their powers, become unstoppable. Pure power fantasy done right.
Where to Read
- Webtoon - Free with ads, official translations
- Tapas - Mix of free and premium content
- Tappytoon - Premium Korean webtoon translations
- Manta - Subscription-based with extensive hunter catalog
Why Korean Webtoons Do Hunter Stories Best
Korean webtoons have mastered the art of the power progression narrative. The satisfaction of watching an underdog become overpowered, combined with gorgeous full-color vertical scrolling art, creates an experience that traditional manga and Western comics rarely match. The hunter genre specifically taps into gaming culture, RPG mechanics, and the universal fantasy of gaining strength through effort—packaged in binge-worthy episodes.