Why Korean Martial Arts Webtoons Are Taking Over
If you've binged through Solo Leveling and Tower of God, it's time to explore the rich world of murim webtoons—Korean martial arts stories rooted in wuxia traditions. These series blend stunning vertical-scroll action with deep character development that Western comics rarely achieve.
Top Picks for Action-Hungry Readers
- Legend of the Northern Blade (Hae Min) - Think John Wick meets ancient China. A disgraced warrior's son dismantles entire martial arts sects to clear his father's name. Available on Tappytoon and LINE Webtoon.
- Nano Machine - Sci-fi meets martial arts when futuristic nanobots are injected into a young warrior's body. If you loved The Beginning After The End, this is your next obsession.
- Return of the Blossoming Blade - A warrior reincarnates 100 years later to find his sect destroyed. The humor-action balance reminds readers of Mob Psycho 100.
- Volcanic Age - Time-travel regression done right. Our protagonist returns to his youth with full knowledge of the future martial arts world.
For Fans of Complex World-Building
- Martial Artist Lee Gwak - Not your typical overpowered protagonist. This underdog story explores what it means to be a low-ranking warrior in a world of legends.
- Chronicles of the Heavenly Demon - Revenge served cold with a side of demonic martial arts. Dark, brutal, and absolutely gripping.
- Infinite Leveling: Murim - Korean RPG systems meet traditional martial arts. Perfect for gamers who love cultivation stories.
- Murim Login - A modern gamer gets trapped in a VR martial arts world. Sword Art Online fans, this one's for you.
Where to Read
Most titles are available on Tappytoon, Tapas, and LINE Webtoon. For the full experience, check out fan translations on Asura Scans or Flame Scans for the latest chapters.