With the immense popularity of manhwa, there is always something to look forward to every month, and the month of May is no different. From romance to intense strategy, there is something for everyone this month. With all that said, here are some new manhwa that you could consider reading this month:
Myst, Might, and Mayhem
Hanjoong Wolya/Mad Bird teamed up with Redice Studio to create one of the most interesting murim manhwas we’ve seen this year. The story follows Jeong, a serial killer who earned the title of the slaughtering scythe due to his ruthlessness. However, Jeong resembles the third young master of the Mok Sword Manor, Mok Gyeongwoon. After his capture, he is given a deal to live the life of the third young master, which he accepts. However, he kills the young master and starts to live as the official third young master of the Mok sword manor. The manhwa takes place in the same world as the nano-machine and begins 800 years before the story.
High Society
Fans of the romance genre will get a kick out of this amazing new manhwa by Gyeonu. The manhwa follows the life of Adele, an ordinary shoe shiner who is surviving in the slums dressed as a man. However, she runs into trouble with the local gangs when she can’t pay the protection fee. Fearing the thought of being sold off to a brothel, she strikes a deal with Cesare to play the role of his sister in exchange for escaping her harsh reality. Now she must survive and play the role of a high-society gal to protect herself and her new lifestyle.
My Exclusive Tower Guide
My Exclusive Tower Guide is another brilliant manhwa by Redice Studio. This time, they partner up with Kwaejo to bring this riveting story to life. In a world turned upside down by the appearance of monsters and towers, Lee Hoyoung receives his own personal guide system. He uses this to grow stronger, protect the people he cares about, and guide them towards a happy ending. The manhwa has an amazing art style that is sure to leave viewers entertained for a long time.
Son’s Retribution
Son’s Retribution gives revenge manhwa a whole new meaning with its amazing story. It follows the life of Kang Pildu, a strong and cold-blooded prosecutor who is told of his mother’s demise. After investigating, he finds out her death was orchestrated by the Seonhwa group, which is led by his father and brother. With nothing left to lose, Kang Pildu begins his revenge journey to destroy the group.
Why I Quit Being the Demon King
Why I Quit Being the Demon King twists the narrative to come up with its own unique story of heroes and demon kings. In a world ravaged by the Demon King, only the hero was able to completely stop him from destroying the human realm. However, the new Demon King, Demiourgos, the 666th, relinquished the title and left the Demon realm. But not all hope is lost in his travels, as he is able to make the hero his subordinate.
My School Life: Pretending to be a Worthless Person
Sandfairy’s popular manhwa has finally returned with its second season. The story takes place in a world where the manifestation of the human soul, Edeya, has achieved materialization. Since then, different ranks have been awarded based on combat power and usefulness. The story follows Park Jinsung, who has an F-rank soul and F-rank combat power.
Meanwhile, his actual Edeya was the S-rank “Absolute Killing Intent.” Fearing the thought of gaining power through hurting others, he pretended to be an F-class failure. But his killing intent isn’t as easy to control as he thinks. The previous season ended with more and more people finding out about his combat prowess, with a major organization labeling him as a major threat to their plans.
Demonas
The plot follows the story of Altear Chernobog, a noble knight loyal to the empire. Under orders from the emperor, she was to kill her friend and lover, Ain Estarot, who was revealed to be the son of a demon. However, Ain kills Altear, believing she has been deceiving him and hated him all this time. Before she passes away, she tells Ain she loves him, saying that even if she found out earlier, she would still love him. However, she wakes up in the past and vows to make sure Ain grows up normally in this life.
Dungeon Defense
Yoo Heonhwa’s Dungeon Defense has been praised as one of the best web novels of all time. So it would make sense for the manhwa to be equally incredible. After the death of his parents, he discovers an inheritance of 500 million yen in his name. Having no more worries, he spends his time playing the online game “Dungeon Attack,” where he is the only one to defeat all the demon lords. However, after receiving a mysterious message, he is reincarnated into the game as the weakest demon, “Dantalian.” Now he must use his wit and charming character to make his way to the top. Dungeon Defense is a strategy manhwa that is sure to keep fans guessing.
The Regressed Son of a Duke is an Assassin
Redice Studio, home to manhwa like Solo Leveling and Nano Machine, has added another brilliant story to its arsenal. The story follows the life of Cyan Vert, who was regarded as the best assassin on the continent. However, he is betrayed by his brother, who has gotten jealous of his talents. Thankfully, he gets a second chance at life and promises to live it outside the shadows of others.
Infinite Mage Season 2
Kim Chiwoo and Redice Studio’s hit manhwa, Infinite Mage, returns for its second season on May 15. The story follows Shirone, who is abandoned as a child and raised by commoners. Despite being a commoner, he has a talent for and love of magic after witnessing a mage perform in the city. Shirone is determined to be a mage and study magic. However, he discovers the harsh social prejudices associated with the path.
Dragon Devouring Mage season 2
Dragon Devouring Mage returns for its second season on May 15. The story follows Russel Raymond, the last remaining heir of the fallen Raymond family. After being expelled from the academy, he gives up hopes of recovering his family’s honor, forcing him to take on work as a mercenary. While on his temporary job, his family heirloom reacts to an artifact, giving him a second chance at life. He returns to his academy days and vows to reclaim his family’s honor.
