If you love getting lost in magical worlds, epic battles, and clever heroes, then Korean fantasy webtoons are right up your alley. In 2025, the scene is bigger and better than ever, with stories that mix action, romance, and mind-bending plots that keep you hooked. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just starting out, we’ve put together a list of the 30 best Korean fantasy webtoons to read online this year, packed with adventure, magic, and characters you won’t forget.
1. Osora
- Reads: 138.1 million
- Subscribers: 1.5 million
- Updates: Every Thursday
Osora is about Prince Osora, who’s been expected to follow a life chosen for him ever since his father introduced him as male at birth. But things get complicated fast when the magic-using Sergos decide to use him as bargaining power in their war with humans. On top of that, he’s stuck in a love triangle between his fiancée and his childhood best friend. As everything around him tightens, Osora starts carving out his own path. This fantasy webtoon dives into gender identity, sexuality, and the realities of prejudice, making it a meaningful and emotionally rich read.
2. The Remarried Empress
- Reads: 546.6 million
- Subscribers: 4.5 million
- Updates: Every Sunday
The Remarried Empress tells the story of Navier Ellie Trovi, an empress who seems to have everything together: she’s smart, respected, and genuinely loved by her people. She’s ready to spend her life ruling beside her husband… until he suddenly brings home a mistress and demands a divorce. Instead of falling apart, Navier shocks everyone by saying, “I accept this divorce, and I want approval for my remarriage.” She then marries another emperor and keeps her title just as she always dreamed. This webtoon is packed with drama, love, betrayal, and the satisfying rise of a woman reclaiming her future.
3. Castle Swimmer
- Reads: 366.7 million
- Subscribers: 3.1 million
- Updates: Every Sunday
Castle Swimmer centers on two sea creatures whose lives have been completely shaped by old prophecies. One is the Beacon, believed to be the key to leading his people into a bright future. The other is a teenage prince who’s been told he must kill the Beacon for his own kingdom to survive. But when both of them decide they’re done letting fate control their lives, everything changes. What follows is a wild, unpredictable underwater adventure plus a sweet, unexpected romance. If you love fantasy, rebellion, and emotional storytelling, this webtoon is definitely worth diving into.
4. The Knight Only Lives Today
- Reads: 21.6 million
- Subscribers: 374,396
- Updates: Every Friday
The Knight Only Lives Today follows Enkrid, a guy who’s always wanted to become a knight but never really had the chance. Everything changes when he dies, then suddenly wakes up at the start of the exact same day. Realizing he can repeat the day endlessly, he starts using each loop to train, fight, and push himself way harder than before. With unlimited do-overs, his impossible dream might actually be achievable. This action-packed fantasy webtoon is all about growth, persistence, and the excitement of getting stronger one reset at a time.
5. Surviving the Game as a Barbarian
- Reads: 40.7 million
- Subscribers: 500,505
- Updates: Every Saturday
Surviving the Game as a Barbarian is about Hansu Lee, a gamer who’s spent nine long years trying to beat Dungeon and Stone, a game no one’s ever completed. Just when he finally reaches the final boss, his tutorial ends, and suddenly, he wakes up in the body of Bjorn Yandel, a real barbarian inside the game world. Now, Hansu has to figure out how to survive, follow the world’s rules, and use both his gamer smarts and his new barbarian skills. Packed with action, adventure, and a touch of humor, this webtoon is a must-read for game and fantasy fans alike.
6. The Reborn Young Lord is an Assassin
- Reads: 48.5 million
- Subscribers: 1.1 million
- Updates: Every Monday
The Reborn Young Lord is an Assassin follows Cyan Vert, the illegitimate son of a Duke and the empire’s top assassin. He’s always lived in his older brother’s shadow until betrayal nearly costs him his life. But just as he’s about to die, Cyan wakes up as a child, reborn with a second chance. This time, he’s determined to live life on his own terms, sharpen his skills, and take control of his destiny. Packed with action, revenge, and clever twists, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves thrilling, character-driven fantasy stories.
7. The Extra’s Academy Survival Guide
- Reads: 24.2 million
- Subscribers: 375,605
- Updates: Every Monday
The Extra’s Academy Survival Guide is about Ed Rothstaylor, a minor villain in a game who’s been disowned and kicked out of the dorms. One day, a new protagonist wakes up in Ed’s body and realizes he has to earn a scholarship just to graduate and set himself up for life. Hoping to stay out of trouble, he hides in the woods, but of course, four female leads won’t leave him alone. On top of that, his choices start messing with the game’s storyline! Packed with humor, romance, and unexpected twists, this webtoon is a total delight for gaming and school-life fans.
8. The Greatest Estate Developer
- Reads: 225.9 million
- Subscribers: 1.5 million
- Updates: Every Thursday
The Greatest Estate Developer is about Suho Kim, a civil engineering student who dozes off while reading a fantasy novel and wakes up inside the story as Lloyd Frontera, a lazy noble buried in debt. Using his real-world engineering knowledge, Suho comes up with clever inventions to turn his unlucky fate around. With a giant hamster, a loyal knight, and a little magic by his side, he takes on everything from family debt to wild adventures. Funny, inventive, and full of heart, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves clever heroes and magical worlds with a playful twist.
9. The Flower That Swallowed the Beast
- Reads: 20 million
- Subscribers: 448,946
- Updates: Every Sunday
The Flower That Swallowed the Beast is about Iris Whittle, who’s murdered by her cruel husband, only to wake up back in time as her 20-year-old self. Now the unwanted daughter of a duke, she decides to use her knowledge of the future to take control of her life. Bold and determined, Iris proposes to Count Keibrandt Green, the most eligible bachelor in the Gavizar Empire, whose stern exterior hides a fierce, wolf-like side. Packed with clever schemes, second chances, and a slow-burn romance, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves smart heroines and political drama.
10. My Child Will Have a Different Father
- Reads: 23.9 million
- Subscribers: 558,697
- Updates: Every Saturday
My Child Will Have a Different Father follows Princess Hinael, who’s betrayed and killed by her unfaithful husband, Count Chetaire. But fate gives her a second shot; she wakes up two years in the past, right before her marriage. Armed with the knowledge of what’s coming, Hinael decides to take control of her life and protect her future child. Her plan? Woo Prince Lutz, the dark and serious former enemy of her kingdom. Full of revenge, second chances, and slow-burn romance, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves clever, determined heroines rewriting their own destinies.
11. Dungeon Crawler Carl
- Reads: 3.3 million
- Subscribers: 179,332
- Updates: Every Friday
Dungeon Crawler Carl is about Carl, whose life goes completely off the rails after a breakup: he ends up stuck in a sadistic alien gameshow with his ex’s cat, Princess Donut. Now, he has to survive a deadly, trap-filled dungeon while trying to make it to the next level and, hopefully, the end of the world. Packed with dark humor, wild adventures, and clever twists, this webtoon is a hilarious and thrilling ride. If you love dungeon crawling, quirky characters, and survival chaos with a comedic spin, Carl’s story is one you won’t want to miss.
12. I’m the Queen in This Life
- Reads: 108.4 million
- Subscribers: 1.3 million
- Updates: Every Monday
I’m the Queen in This Life follows Ariadne, whose life is shattered when her fiancé Cesare betrays her, and her own sister murders her in a deadly palace power struggle. But she gets a second chance, sent back in time to her 17-year-old self. Determined to change her fate, Ariadne uses her smarts, cunning, and courage to navigate palace intrigue, outwit her enemies, and rewrite her destiny. Full of revenge, political drama, and second chances, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves clever heroines and high-stakes royal drama with plenty of twists.
13. The Lone Necromancer
- Reads: 87.3 million
- Subscribers: 890,552
- Updates: Every Sunday
The Lone Necromancer is about Seongwu, a former special forces soldier who’s just trying to live a normal college life until a mysterious prompt forces him to “select a role.” He picks the rare necromancer ability, giving him the power to control the undead. Suddenly, his campus is under threat, and Seongwu has to use his new powers to fight monsters and protect his classmates. Packed with action, supernatural powers, and high-stakes adventure, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves thrilling battles, clever strategies, and stories where survival is never guaranteed.
14. The Academy’s Genius Swordsman
- Reads: 56.9 million
- Subscribers: 837,444
- Updates: Every Saturday
The Academy’s Genius Swordsman follows Ronan, the last survivor of a massive battle against giants threatening the world. As he mourns the loss of his comrades with his dying commander, Grand Marshal Adeshan, a new wave of giants descends from the sky. In a desperate move, Adeshan uses her final time-slip ability to send Ronan back to the past. Now at the prestigious Phileon Academy, he must train hard, grow stronger, and become the empire’s greatest swordsman to face the coming threat. Packed with epic battles, time travel, and heroic growth, this webtoon is perfect for fantasy and adventure fans.
15. The Archmage’s Restaurant
- Reads: 6.7 million
- Subscribers: 187,182
- Updates: Every Saturday
The Archmage’s Restaurant is about a young chef who suddenly ends up in a world full of dragons, magic, and nonstop chaos. Instead of freaking out, he decides to follow his dream and open a restaurant because who says you can’t cook in a fantasy realm? Full of adventure, magic, and mouthwatering food, this webtoon is a fun mix of heart, humor, and creativity. Perfect for anyone who loves fantasy with a tasty twist, it’s a story about following your passion and making a difference, even in the most unexpected and magical of worlds.
16. I Killed the Main Player
- Reads: 11.6 million
- Subscribers: 259,304
- Updates: Every Sunday
I Killed the Main Player is about Corin, a minor NPC in his favorite game who knows every trick and secret of its world. Everything’s going smoothly until he realizes the main player, Sihu, has been murdering innocent NPCs and stealing their items. Helpless at first, Corin prepares for the game to end, but then Sihu mysteriously fails the final mission, and Corin is sent three years back in time. Now, he’s determined to step into Sihu’s shoes, defeat the final boss, and save the world. Packed with strategy, time travel, and epic adventures, it’s a thrilling ride for fantasy fans.
17. Peaceful Camping Life in Another World
- Reads: 10.7 million
- Subscribers: 217,041
- Updates: Every Sunday
Peaceful Camping Life in Another World is about star chef Ganghyeon Lee, who loses his sense of taste and decides to escape the public eye by retreating to his grandfather’s countryside home. While there, he discovers a mysterious portal to another world and takes the chance to enjoy a slow, relaxing camping life. But it turns out living peacefully isn’t that easy; the locals in this new world keep showing up, curious about him. Light, fun, and full of charm, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves magical worlds, cozy adventures, and a story about finding peace in unexpected places.
18. Hidden Class Gravity User
- Reads: 18.2 million
- Subscribers: 370,245
- Updates: Every Monday
Hidden Class Gravity User is about Ikoma Ichinose, a bandit-class hunter who gets kicked out of his party with the harsh words, “Who needs a bandit anyway?” Left to face a deadly monster, he’s given a second chance at life thanks to a time-turning pocket watch. This time, Ikoma decides to ditch the bandit class and becomes a gravity master, determined to become the greatest hunter ever. Packed with action, clever strategies, and thrilling battles, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves magical powers, high-stakes adventure, and a hero rewriting his own destiny.
19. Absolute Regression
- Reads: 9 million
- Subscribers: 250,604
- Updates: Every Saturday
Absolute Regression follows Mugi Hwa, a legendary swordsman who’s taken down every lord in Murim, including Cheonma, the father of Mugeuk Geom. But Mugeuk isn’t ready to give up. Using a forbidden time-bending ritual, he’s sent back into his own past. Now, he has to retrace his steps and race against time as Mugi rises again. This time, it’s not just about fighting, it’s about healing old wounds, building alliances, and uniting his people for the coming bloodtide. Packed with epic battles, strategy, and personal growth, this webtoon is a must-read for martial arts and fantasy fans.
20. Oversummoned, Overpowered, and Over It!
- Reads: 20.6 million
- Subscribers: 511,442
- Updates: Every Thursday
Oversummoned, Overpowered, and Over It! is about Inori Takafuji, who thinks he’s in for another boring school day until a Goddess suddenly summons him and his classmates to a different world. Excited for adventure, he quickly finds himself banished and resummoned to multiple worlds, each time getting even more overpowered abilities. With his powers stacking higher and higher, Inori wonders: will he ever face a real challenge, or is everything just going to be ridiculously easy? Packed with humor, action, and absurdly strong heroes, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves chaotic, over-the-top fantasy adventures.
21. Nebula’s Civilization
- Reads: 9.1 million
- Subscribers: 166,590
- Updates: Every Wednesday
Nebula’s Civilization is about Seong-un Choi, the top player in the game Lost World, who’s completed every achievement. But his victory takes a wild turn when a mysterious message pulls him into the real Lost World, turning him from a gamer into a contender for godhood. Now, surrounded by others also chasing divinity, Seong-un has to rely on his skills, strategy, and wit to come out on top. Packed with epic battles, high-stakes challenges, and clever twists, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves gaming, fantasy, and watching an ordinary player rise to extraordinary heights.
22. I Was the Final Boss
- Reads: 51.3 million
- Subscribers: 850,683
- Updates: Every Wednesday
I Was the Final Boss is about Baphomet, the ruthless lord of the Abyssal Tower, a deadly dungeon filled with monsters that terrorize the human world. Despite his power, he starts to grow curious about humans. Everything changes when he’s defeated by Raven, the strongest Hunter, and realizes his true wish is to live like the humans he once looked down on. Granted this wish in death, Baphomet wakes up as a powerless human, facing life in a whole new way. Packed with action, redemption, and self-discovery, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves transformation and second-chance stories.
23. Secretly More Powerful than the Hero
- Reads: 17.6 million
- Subscribers: 286,702
- Updates: Every Saturday
Secretly More Powerful than the Hero is about someone who’s always wanted to be an “unassuming hero,” looking ordinary but secretly insanely strong. After a near-fatal accident, he gets a chance to reincarnate. When the goddess of reincarnation asks what he wants, he says, “I want to be a wimp, but secretly OP!” and she grants it… with a catch. If anyone discovers his true powers, his heart will explode! Full of humor, action, and clever twists, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves hidden strength, high-stakes comedy, and the chaos that comes with being secretly overpowered.
24. From a Knight to a Lady
- Reads: 98.9 million
- Subscribers: 1 million
- Updates: Every Sunday
From a Knight to a Lady is about Estelle, a courageous knight from the Kingdom of Ersha, who meets an untimely death only to be reincarnated three years later as Lucifela Aydin, the spoiled daughter of a count in the Empire of Jansgar. To make matters worse, her homeland has fallen, and she’s now betrothed to Zedekiah Heint, the son of a duke and her former rival. As Estelle navigates her new life, she must uncover the truth behind her death. Full of romance, political intrigue, and clever twists, this webtoon is perfect for fans of smart heroines and dramatic, high-stakes storytelling.
25. What a Bountiful Harvest, Demon Lord!
- Reads: 3.1 million
- Subscribers: 132,778
- Updates: Every Sunday
What a Bountiful Harvest, Demon Lord! is about Jangcheol Kim, an agricultural science student who plays the fantasy MMORPG Paladins of Blood to escape the stress of school, only to end up inside the game as its final boss. Suddenly, he’s a demon lord tasked with winning over his subjects, but his secret weapon? Potatoes and his farming know-how. Full of humor, clever strategies, and quirky twists, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves unconventional heroes, RPG adventures, and a story where even a demon lord can save the day with a good harvest.
26. My Villainous Family Won’t Let Me Be
- Reads: 24.5 million
- Subscribers: 484,089
- Updates: Every Saturday
My Villainous Family Won’t Let Me Be is about Elodie Perdia, who suddenly regains memories of her past life as Ga-eul Yun after her late mother’s pendant breaks. She realizes she’s been reincarnated as the villainess in a fantasy novel, a role where she’s meant to oppose the virtuous heroine and meet an early death. With her knowledge of the future, Elodie has to navigate her scheming family, palace intrigue, and her dark destiny to try and change her fate. Full of clever twists, strategy, and slow-burn tension, this webtoon is perfect for fans of smart heroines and stories about rewriting destiny.
27. Enrolling in the Transcendent Academy
- Reads: 39.4 million
- Subscribers: 406,203
- Updates: Every Saturday
Enrolling in the Transcendent Academy is about Seojun Kim, a hardworking orphan whose dream of becoming a professional monster hunter hits a roadblock after a freak accident. Just when things seem hopeless, he sees ads for the mysterious Transcendent Academy, offering virtual training with history’s greatest warriors. As he levels up, Seojun dives headfirst into the world of hunter academies, dungeon raids, and intense tournaments. But the deeper he goes, the more questions he has about his past, the people around him, and the Academy’s hidden secrets. Full of adventure, strategy, and suspense, this webtoon keeps readers hooked from start to finish.
28. The Genius Murim Fitness Trainer
- Reads: 7 million
- Subscribers: 126,084
- Updates: Every Friday
The Genius Murim Fitness Trainer is about Ganghyeok, whose gym business is failing, and debts are piling up. One night, while reading his favorite webnovel, he suddenly gets sucked into a martial arts fantasy world and wakes up as a child monk in the Shaolin temple. To survive the brutal training, he has to use his modern fitness knowledge, deal with friends and rivals, and figure out how to get back home. Packed with action, humor, and clever problem-solving, this webtoon is perfect for anyone who loves martial arts adventures with a fun, modern twist.
29. My Avatars’ Path to Greatness
- Reads: 6.1 million
- Subscribers: 138,715
- Updates: Every Sunday
My Avatars’ Path to Greatness is about Seonghyeon Han, a crime victim left with impaired legs and a fear of the outside world. When he gains the power to create clones, a new challenge arises: he has just 24 hours before being sent to another dimension. Thinking fast, he sends a clone through the portal while keeping his real body safe at home. What follows is an epic adventure as his clones take on challenges, grow stronger, and carve their own paths. Full of clever strategies, action, and adventure, this webtoon is perfect for fans of smart heroes and epic journeys.
30. Baby Tyrant
- Reads: 57.5 million
- Subscribers: 736,272
- Updates: Every Thursday
Baby Tyrant is about Gyeoul Yoon, who’s endured tragedy and even death because of her useless father. She wakes up in the body of a newborn and discovers she’s now Princess Mabel of the mighty Ermaneau Empire. With a loving family and the empire’s power behind her, she finally has everything she’s ever wanted. But her new life isn’t without danger; she’s part of a prophecy that could decide the world’s fate, and there are plenty of people who’ll do anything to ruin her peace. Full of adventure, intrigue, and clever twists, this webtoon is perfect for fans of strong heroines.
Conclusion
From fearless heroes and cunning villains to enchanting worlds and surprising twists, these 30 webtoons show just how exciting Korean fantasy can be in 2025. Whether you’re into high-stakes battles, slow-burn romance, or clever stories where the hero rewrites their destiny, there’s something here for you. So dive in, start reading, and get swept away in worlds full of magic, adventure, and endless possibilities. Your next favorite fantasy story is just a click away!
