Summary

The manhwa medium is various , including whole caboodle ranging from curt yet memorable ones to much lengthier single that take their time to work up an immersive populace and originate their characters through various events . While both have their advantages and disadvantages , buff with short time to invest in unexampled title might be more interested in find out which thebest short manhwaare .

Due to their circumscribed scope , short manhwa course miss the ability to create complex world and secernate complicated report , full of unexpected twist and twist . However , they are still more than able to tell meaningful , worked up fib that are unlikely to drop off their focal point along the manner , and that viewers will for sure regain memorable and impactful . Whether they fall under the dramatic play , romance , or even horror genres , there are mass of worthwhile alternative for fans to look into .

For this tilt , short manhwa are defined as those whose story are dispatch within up to 50 chapters , though the length of the single chapters may deviate .

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10Immortal Regis (44 Chapters)

Based on the Novel by JYU Deo & Illustrated by JUDER

Jae Hyuk Chae is an ordinary mellow school bookman who work hard to take concern of himself and his sickly unseasoned brother . One nighttime , while he is taking his brother to the hospital , he proves unfortunate enough to get across Serin , a brawny demon who toss off him by accident while fighting another demon . But Serin turns out to be a necromancer , as she ends up bringing him back from the deadened and turn him into an undead , immortal being , thereafter dragging him to her man , Chaos .

Immortal Regisis a title that is most potential to appeal to fans of classic shonen - type news report , as it follows many intimate tropes . While its activeness - oriented story and supernatural setting may seem moderately generic , the part and their development are quite original , create an entertaining experience that feels simultaneously conversant and bracing , and resulting in a remarkableaction manhwa .

There is also a longer sequel toImmortal Regis , namedCavalier of the Abyss , but it is rather contentious among fans , with many preferring the original story instead .

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9The Tarot Café (18 Chapters)

Original Series Written & Illustrated by Sang-Sun Park

As the possessor of the titular Tarot Cafe , Pamela suffice a variety of customers , seeking to understand their problems , and give notice them consequently to the best of her abilities , miss neither pity nor solemnity in the process . Whether she ’s dealing with immortal vampires and their complicated love position , or cats who struggle with their own quixotic problem , Pamela is always eager to help anyone . As a solvent , she tend to appeal the care of nonconcentric supernatural being more often than not , whose quandary never fail to connive her .

While its formula is mostly occasional , with raw character being introduced always , The Tarot Cafémanages to make all of its characters interesting , from the complex protagonist to the charming side characters . Some fans may find the overall story somewhat lackluster in equivalence , but the characters and beautiful artwork admit it to stand out regardless , make it not only one of thebest repulsion manhwa , but also one of the most diverse and creative deed of conveyance .

8Familyman (41 Chapters)

Original Series Written & Illustrated by Pil-Won Jung

Kwon Gang - Ho is a caring and hardworking founder , knead tirelessly in a factory to sustain his category . Although all of his colleagues admire him for his body of work ethic and genial personality , he ends up being dismissed after getting involved in an accident that leaves him with awful suntan marks . Afraid of his daughter ’s response to his unsightly scars , Gang - Ho get wear thin the costume of " Gugu - valet de chambre " , a fictional hero , and watching over his family from afar , protecting them in his own way .

Familymanis a complex form of address that will evoke various emotions throughout its compelling floor . include both serious scene and light - hearted , comedic I , this title proves heartrending and heartwarming in equal measure , ensuring that readers will always be emotionally invest . As a character - driven drama , the absolute highlight would have to be the primary role , all of whom are interesting , naturalistic , and well - develop , which hit this experience that much more telling and remarkable .

Pil - Won Jung , the Maker ofFamilyman , also authoredNowhere Boy , which fans are likely to enjoy as well .

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7My Boo (47 Chapters)

Original Series Written & Illustrated by Jeong-Seo

While Yeori So may seem absolutely average at first glimpse , she secretly possesses the extraordinary trait of being able to see and communicate with ghosts . However , having come to read the implications and problems that occur with such an power , she favor not to interact too much with wraith , typically avoid them without so much as exchange any actor’s line . But when she moves into a new station , she ends up fulfill Joon Go , a lonely ghost who wants nothing but someone to talk to and share his woes with .

6Duty After School (50 Chapters)

Original Series Written & Illustrated by Il-Kwon Ha

When strange purple spheres suddenly begin raining down from the sky , everything change , especially for course of study 3 - 2 of Sungdong High School . With the circumscribed South Korean military forces ineffectual to repel these destructive threats by themselves , the government adjudicate to draft younger people uncoerced to protect the country , promising that the expected dangers are undistinguished and repay more than worthwhile . Reluctantly take over this idea , this group of nonchalant scholar will presently be forced to mature and learn that life is rarely as uncomplicated as one would hope .

Duty After Schooltells a fascinating , character - drive story that is sure to stay with referee long after they turn the final Sir Frederick Handley Page , explore unexpected psychological radical and raise persuasion - provoking questions . As numerous as the characters may be , they are all as important to the story , with their personality and growth testify also thorough and compelling .

5Nineteen, Twenty-One (21 Chapters)

Original Series Written by Yo-Han & Illustrated by Hye-Jin Kim

Yun - lee Lee is a young girl whose aliveness is greatly affected by a traumatic accident , due to which she misplace 2 precious geezerhood of her life at a crucial clip , between the ages of 19 and 21 . Despite struggling to accept her situation , she does her best to move on and catch up , even attending a preparatory schooltime . One day , on her way to flow some isolated true cat , an activity she often finds solace in , she ends up running into Dong - hwi Ju , a boy who seems to have exactly what she lost and yearns for .

Although its story is neither elaborate nor remarkably innovative , Nineteen , Twenty - Oneprovides a wholesome , heartwarming experience that proves to be as thoughtful as it is soothing . Everything about it is simply uplifting , including the Latinian language scenes , which , astonishingly enough , are not the championship ’s only focus . In particular , this isa work that should especially invoke to cat possessor , as it revolves around these beloved pets and their fundamental interaction with various graphic symbol .

Hye - Jin Kim , the creative person behindNineteen , Twenty - One , is also accredit as the illustrator of other democratic title , includingGirls of the Wild’sandEleceed .

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4About Death (28 Chapters)

Original Series Written by Sini & Illustrated by Hyeono

In a space that can neither be described nor pinpointed , there is a military man with no predetermine appearing , who simply calls himself " God " . God meets and judges various mass on the verge of death , asking them meaningful questions and give them opportunities to reflect on their experiences and final moments . Whether they are simple people who choke tragic death , unfortunate one who felt force to suffer untimely ends , or even criminals whose relationship with death is clearly more complicated , everyone is judged equally and no one can lam the end of lifetime .

Fans readingAbout Deathon Webtoon will find that each episode is accompanied by appropriate ambient euphony , which truly bring up the experience .

3Annarasumanara (28 Chapters)

There once was a time when Ah - ee Yoon would innocently spout about her dreams of becoming a magician . However , having had to grow up and front the rough realism of life , weight down by the responsibleness of consider and working to put up for herself and her younger sister , she has long forgotten such infantile hopes . And yet , when she finds herself coming across an infamous self - exclaim magician in an abandoned paper parking lot , she ca n’t help but question whether there is a unlike way to know life .

Annarasumanaratells a meaningful , thoughtful , and uplifting tale about what it intend to become an adult and make do with societal prospect . It ’s a far-famed title as far as the metier lead , and rightfully so , as it deftly explores important topics in an original and originative personal manner . The characters may not necessarily be alone as far as their backstories are concern , but they play their roles famously nonetheless , and the unique art style perfectly complements the ambiance of the narrative , though it may not be for everyone .

Lots of manhwas have the potential to be great gum anime adaptations , but these titles prove their worth with their captivating plot line and artwork .

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Beyond the more popularAnnarasumanaraandDuty After School , Il - Kwon Ha also created several other interesting titles , includingBe Still My Heart , God of Bath , andTaste of Illness .

2Your Letter (11 Chapters)

Original Series Written & Illustrated by Hyeon-A Cho

As a kind and righteous girl , So - Ri Lee simply ca n’t stand up by when her defenseless friend is browbeat by uncaring schoolfellow . However , as her actions only lead to her becoming the new object instead , she has no option but to transfer schools , hop to escape her unfortunate situation . Yet , affected by her experiences and unsure of how to adjust to a newfangled environment , she almost terminate up return to a negative spot . Just before this happens , though , she finds a inscrutable yet kind letter taped under her desk , which mark the beginning of a life - changing pack rat hunt .

Your Letteris a beautiful and earnest reminder that there is goodness in life and that constitute friends does n’t always have to be difficult . Given its circumscribed number of chapter , the characters are of course rather simple , without much room to develop , but they are delightful and appropriate for the wholesome story nonetheless . Of course , the art elan is likewise lovely , create for an experience that is as memorable as it is sweet and inadequate .

1The Horizon (21 Chapters)

Original Series Written & Illustrated by Ji-Hun Jeong

In a world defined by a devastating ongoing state of war , nothing is placeable anymore . The landscape has changed , people have die , and the city is in downfall . Yet even after losing everything and having his entire worldview change , a son keeps displace forward and trying to go , even if out of instinct alone . After falling benumbed in an abandoned bus , which is as comfortable as he can get , he meet a girlfriend whose post seems not too different from his own . Unable to so much as exchange a few words , the two mutely resolve to take the air on together .

The Horizontells a bleak yet realistic story about tragedy and loss , without hesitating to showcase the defective of humanity . Understanding the true strengths of the medium , it excel in terms of visual storytelling , institute the cosmos to lifespan not through dateless expo , but rather through tangible images . The storey is depressing and thought - provoking , and the artwork is often disturbing and sore , but these are facets of life that sadly can not be ignored . Overall , this owing claim is not only one of thebest manhwa on Webtoon , but also one of thebest brusk manhwa .

Ji - Hun Jeong , the author ofThe Horizon , also createdThe Boxer , which , despite its entirely dissimilar theme and distance , remain a authentically worthwhile title .

The Tarot Café Manhwa still of a distraught woman

Familyman manhwa image of a man saving a boy from a fire

My Boo manhwa  Yeori So passing through ghost Joon Go

Duty After School manhwa school surrounded by military trucks with purple orbs floating in the sky

Nineteen, Twenty-One manhwa Yun-lee Lee lying down covered by flowers

About Death manhwa God presenting himself to someone on the verge of death