If you loved Cheolhyeolgeomga Sanyanggaeui Hoegwi, chances are you'll really enjoy The Swordmaster's Son, The Reborn Young Lord is an Assassin and the others too. They share that same energy—whether it's the intense Action, Adventure, Fantasy, or just the vibe that keeps you hooked. While you wait for the next chapters to drop, it’s the perfect time to explore something new that still feels familiar. These picks aren't just similar—they're fan favorites for a reason, and they might just become your next obsession.
1. The Swordmaster's Son
Synonyms: The Youngest Son of a Master Swordsman , Swordmaster's Youngest Son, Youngest Son of the Renowned Swordsmanship Clan
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 79/100 |
Jin Runcandel was destined to become the head of his swordmaster clan. But despite his best efforts, he's banished for his shoddy swordsmanship. Though Jin eventually makes a contract with the god Solderet and is freed from the curse that hindered his abilities, he meets a rather unfortunate end. In the next moment, however, he awakens as a baby, long before his tragedy began. Armed with a second chance and some new powers, Jin swears to fulfill his destiny and become the ultimate swordmaster. (Source: Tapas)
2. The Reborn Young Lord is an Assassin
Synonyms: The Regressed Son of a Duke Is an Assassin, ลูกชายคนเล็กของดยุกคือมือสังหาร
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 74/100 |
Cyan Vert, illegitimate son of the Duke and the empire's greatest assassin, is betrayed by the righteous brother whose shadow he's always lived in. But just before the fatal blow strikes his throat, Cyan awakes to find he's just a boy again. The young lord has been reborn, and this time, he's not going to live in anyone's shadow! (Source: WEBTOONS)
3. Time-Limited Genius Dark Knight
Synonyms: Terminally-Ill Genius Dark Knight, Terminally ill Dark Knight, อัศวินดำล่าท้าเวลา
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 71/100 |
When there is no way out, the way is in. Doomed to die next month, our terminally ill protagonist Chan is too frail and defeated to try anything at all. No wonder he chooses to plunge himself into an RPG world he is only too familiar with. Why should this run be any different? Well, other than the fact that he will wake up inside the game and get struck with an existential epiphany that will make him fight tooth and nail to give Nox, his equally ill-fated RPG persona, a better chance? Maybe, it’s not over until it’s over. (Source: WEBTOONS)
4. My Blasted Reincarnated Life
Synonyms: Damn Reincarnation
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy | 78/100 |
When the warrior Hamel sacrifices himself to protect his rival Bermut Lionhart, he makes Bermut vow to vanquish the last of the demon kings. Reincarnated with his memories 300 years later, he is shocked to find that not only are the demon kings still alive, but that he has been reborn as Eugene Lionhart, a member of his former rival’s bloodline! Now, as Eugene comes of age, he must train to prove himself as a Lionhart and eliminate the remaining demon kings once and for all. (Source: Tapas)
5. The Stellar Swordmaster
Synonyms: Star-Embracing Swordmaster, ยอดนักดาบผู้โอบอุ้มดารา
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 79/100 |
The so-called “Lighthouse of the North,” the prosperous trading town of Schoarra, hides a dark underbelly: seedy slums ruled by five ruthless crime bosses. When streetwise orphan Vlad finds the brothel he works for decimated by a disgraced knight, he turns to the path of the blade, pledging himself to the pursuit of power by sword. Blessed with the ability to seek wisdom from his sentient sword, Vlad embarks upon a journey of growth and peril as swordsman in service to the powerful House Vayezid. (Source: WEBTOONS)
6. The Reincarnated Assassin Is a Swordmaster
Synonyms: The Reincarnated Assassin Is a Genius Swordsman
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Action, Drama, Fantasy | 71/100 |
Raon was once a loyal assassin for House Robert until Derus killed him. Not willing to give up, Raon prayed for vengeance and woke as a member of House Sieghart, the most powerful noble house. He’ll need all of their near-infinite resources to get revenge. Though he carried over knowledge of a powerful Flame Link technique, he also carries the Curse of Bitter Frost, something that’s slowly killing him. As if that weren’t enough, the demonic embodiment of Wrath is trying to take over his body.(Source: Tapas)
7. The Art of Reincarnation
Synonyms: The Essence of Reincarnation, Standard of Reincarnation, 転生の定石
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy | 73/100 |
Despite having only one arm, Daven had finally proven his worth after defeating his cousin Kazin in honorable combat. But Kazin took advantage of Daven’s mercy, stabbing him in the back and imprisoning him for life. 500 years later, the minor god Yulian is reborn and unknowingly summons Daven’s soul into the body of a young boy named Vincent Adenka. As the pair work to reveal the truth of Daven and Kazin, Vincent must relearn the art of combat while Yulian discovers the art of reincarnation. (Source: Tapas)
8. The Legendary Spearman Returns
Synonyms: Return of The Unrivaled Spear Knight, Return of the Legendary Spear Knight, 歴代級槍騎士の回帰
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 70/100 |
Joshua Sanders, the legendary spearman who ended the brutal civil war, shattered the belief that one must wield a sword to be a master knight. He fought in the service of his friend, Emperor Caesar Van Briton, but it is all for naught when his fearful comrades try to kill him. He’s on the brink of death when his trusty weapon, Lukia, shines and propels him back to the stables of his childhood. With his mighty spear in hand, Joshua is dead set on revenge in this life!(Source: Tapas)
9. The Bastard of Swordborne
Synonyms: Regressing as the Reincarnated Bastard of the Sword Clan, ラグナール～回帰の剣士～
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 73/100 |
Theo Ragnar, the 31st son of the mighty Grand Duke of Ragnar, was born without the legendary Ragnar Gift—a fatal flaw in a family where might is right. Labeled the “Ragnar Defect,” he and his mother were betrayed, meeting a brutal end at the hands of those they trusted. But death was only the beginning. Reborn at 17, Theo awakens not only with the Ragnar Gift, but with powers far beyond imagination. Fueled by vengeance and a second chance, he sets out to claim the glory he was once denied.(Source: Tapas)
10. The Max Level Hero Strikes Back!
Synonyms: Max Level Hero is Making a Comeback!, The Max Level Hero has Returned!, Saishuu Level Eiyuu no go Kikan
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 72/100 |
Struck by an enemy’s arrow, the powerless Prince Davey O’Rowane falls into a coma. His soul travels to a place where the greatest of the great gather—the honorable Hall of Heroes. There a thousand years pass as Davey undergoes excruciating training under their watchful eyes to become a hero too strong for his own good. Now back to his timeline and his kingdom, he’s wide awake and the enemies hiding in the king’s court better be prepared. The prince they had dismissed is now their biggest threat! (Source: Tapas)
11. I’m the Max-Level Newbie
Synonyms: Solo Max-Level Newbie, I Am The Top Ranker Newbie, 俺だけレベルMAXなビギナー
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 77/100 |
Kang Jin-Hyeok, a gaming streamer, and content creator is the only person who has cleared the game, [Tower of Trials]. However, as the game’s popularity declines, it becomes increasingly difficult for him to continue making a living as a content creator. Jinhyeok prepares to end his 11-year-long relationship with the game and say goodbye to his humble group of subscribers. But on that very day, the Tower of Trials appears in reality with a message saying that humanity will perish unless all players clear each floor within 90 days. Jin-Hyeok, who knows the game better than anyone, decides to use his knowledge to his advantage and dominate the tower. It’s time to show everyone what a hardcore gamer can do! (Source: Tappytoon, edited)
12. Is This Hero for Real?
Synonyms: Is this Hero for Real?
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Action, Comedy, Fantasy | 101 | 67/100 |
When a goddess transports Hansoo Kang and his classmates to a magical fantasy world to become heroes, it’s like a dream come true. But when Hansoo declines to risk his life for a world that isn’t his own, the goddess leaves him for dead, alone in the forest. That’s when he realizes she’s not what she seems. With the help of a loner god, Hansoo faces the hostile new world and earns powerful blessings to help him survive. But his goal isn’t to save the world; it’s to return home… well, after he gets revenge on the goddess that is. (Source: Tapas)
13. Yongsaljaui Keullaeseuga Dareun Hoegwi
Synonyms: Regression With Different Abilities Of Dragonslayer, A Dragonslayer's Peerless Regression, Dragonslayer's Class Regression
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 68/100 |
Zeke Draker, the first direct descendant of the Dragon Slayer family to fail awakening. Possessing the talent of a healer instead of a swordsman, he was cast out by his family. Struggling desperately to grow stronger, Zeke met a tragic end. At the moment of his death, mysterious words appeared before his eyes: [The soul of an Elder Dragon is engraved upon the will of the one who persists.] [An irreversible, promised power is being activated.] When he regained consciousness, he found himself back in the Dragon Slayer family that had abandoned him, 20 years in the past. "If I can become strong, I’ll make use of anything and everything." Armed with a newfound, immortal power, the legend of a Dragon Slayer in a class of his own begins. (Source: KakaoPage, translated)
14. A Flame Reborn
Synonyms: Regressor of the Fallen Family, 復仇者羅根
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 71/100 |
Logan MacLine, a middle-aged knight fighting for the independence army, is intent on getting revenge against the empire which took over the kingdom and executed his brother when he ends up dying in battle. But when he wakes, he is a young man again, and has yet to be disowned for his terrible behavior. Using his experience and knowledge from his past life, Logan recruits a few talented individuals to develop new weapons, build an army, and make enough money to fund it all. But will he be able to make amends with his family and stop the empire's march? (Source: WEBTOONS)
15. The Constellations Are My Disciples
Synonyms: Les Saints sont mes Disciples, 星座たちが俺の教え子, 聖座都是我徒弟
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Action, Drama, Fantasy | 69/100 |
300 years ago, the invincible warrior Hyeon-Oh Kim brought down the Tower of the End, preventing the world’s demise. Though he should have died the moment the Tower of the End collapsed, Hyeon-Oh is reborn 300 years later in the body of a 17-year-old boy named Ju-Hyeok Kim. Meanwhile, he discovers the existence of the Constellations, who were once his disciples 300 years ago but were born during the time when he did not exist in this world. Will he be able to find them again and train them? (Source: WEBTOONS, edited)
16. Helmut
Synonyms: Helmut: The Forsaken Child, Helmuteu
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Action, Drama, Fantasy | 73/100 |
Helmut was only a baby when he was left in the Forest of Pahe, an evil place full of beasts where sinners are banished for eternity. Luckily, one magical beast and an exiled swordsman take pity on him and raise him as their own. But with a dark seed growing inside him, Helmut decides to take up the sword to prevent the seed from turning him evil. As Helmut grows stronger, he seeks out the family that abandoned him, but will Helmut end up following his human heart or his beastly instincts? (Source: Tapas)
17. The Warrior Returns
Synonyms: Hero Has Returned, 勇士歸來, 毁灭勇士
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Action, Fantasy, Supernatural | 66/100 |
After saving one world, warrior Min-Su Kim returns to Earth only to find that he’s lost everything... so he decides to destroy the world he used to call home. In his rampage, he kills teenager Jeong-Su Park and his family. But instead of dying normally, Jeong-Su is transported to another world, where he finds that he's now a warrior himself. After killing the demon king of this alternate world and honing his skills as a warrior, Jeong-Su returns to earth, hell-bent on revenge against Min-Su. As the two warriors fight with the fate of their country in the balance, who will emerge victorious? (Source: WEBTOONS, edited)
18. The Spark in Your Eyes
Synonyms: The Setting Sun, Stinging Eyes, Blinded by the Setting Sun, Setting Sun, Dazzled Eyes
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Drama, Fantasy, Romance | 75/100 |
Erkin, a young pharmacist from the north, was orphaned from the war between the Northern Nations and Mormeratta. After making a name for himself in Mormeratta, he is summoned to treat a mysterious “master of the castle” whom no one has ever seen. He reluctantly agrees, hoping it will bring him one step closer to finding the infamous Witch of the Sun who killed his parents during the war. Little does he know, on his quest for vengeance, the witch may have been by his side all along. What will Erkin do when confronted by his sworn enemy turned friend? (Source: WEBTOONS)
19. Demon Devourer
Synonyms: Talent Swallowing Magician
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy | 73/100 |
The descendant of a once great wizarding family, Elric Mervinger is unable to perform magic due to a rare medical condition. While attempting to cure his disease, he stumbles upon the demon Mephistopheles, who tries to possess Elric to free himself from a dragon’s trap. But when Elric ends up absorbing Mephisto instead, the two become bound together. With Mephisto by his side, will this new power allow Elric to restore his family to its former glory? Or will he just end up being devoured? (Source: Tapas)
20. The Nine Heavens Swordmaster
Synonyms: Heavenly Inquisition Sword, Nine Heavens Swordmaster
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Action, Drama, Fantasy | 72/100 |
Yeon Jeokha had to suffer years of abuse from his father's first wife for being the favored second wife's son. His fortunes change upon finding a mirror with a spirit who teaches him the Nine Heavens Sword Art, a powerful technique his father created. After an arduous decade of training, he successfully escapes and heads to the mountains, where he joins the Obong Outlaws as their strongest member. But he soon learns that the stronger he gets, the more enemies and rivals are bound to follow... (Source: Tapas)
21. The Return of the 8th Class Mage
Synonyms: Return of the 8th Class Magician, Le Retour du magicien de classe 8, การกลับมาของจอมเวทระดับ 8
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Action, Fantasy | 81 | 75/100 |
As a powerful 8th class mage, Ian Paige took countless innocent lives under the orders of Emperor Ragnar, a close friend and ruler of the Greenriver Empire. Yet despite their closeness, Ragnar views Ian as a threat and subsequently poisons him. Using time magic, Ian saves himself and returns 30 years to the past. Now a young boy, Ian joins an elite order of mages to hone his abilities once again. This time, he’ll get revenge on the emperor who betrayed him and reclaim glory as an 8th class mage! (Source: Tapas)
22. Return of the Blossoming Blade
Synonyms: Return of The Mount Hua Sect, Volcano Return, Return of the Flowery Mountain Sect
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Action, Adventure | 84/100 |
When Cheong-Myeong of the Mount Hua Sect awakens a hundred years in the future, his last memories are of a bloody battle against the Leader of the Demonic Cult, the evil Cheon-Ma. The battle almost saw the end of the Ten Great Sects of ancient China, when Cheong-Myeong ended the hard-fought struggle by striking down Cheon-Ma. Soon after, he succumbed to his wounds, filled with regret at their pyrrhic victory. All is not lost, however, as he awakens to his second chance at life. Shocked to find his beloved Mount Hua Sect reduced to a mere shadow of itself in the present day, Cheong-Myeong embarks on a journey to restore Mount Hua to its former glory. (Source: WEBTOONS, edited)
23. I Am Not a Regressor
Synonyms: I'm Not a Regressor
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy | 55 | 64/100 |
The Mara destroyed everything in its path, including the Awakened. It selected humans with the stigmata of each sign in the night sky, except for one—Shin Hyuk Lee. This lone Awakened dealt the final blow against the Mara. Upon achieving such a feat, Vega, the goddess of Lyra, appeared to grant his wish. Shin Hyuk wished to go back with the Lyra stigmata to prevent this tragedy from happening again. Upon returning, Shin Hyuk’s body rejected the Lyra stigmata and died... with the Mara beside him. (Source: Tapas)
24. Jack Be Invincible
Synonyms: Legendary Youngest Son of the Marquis House, The Margravial Household's Phenomenal Youngest Son, The Marquess's Youngest Son
| Year | Genres | Episodes | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Action, Drama, Fantasy | 70/100 |
After getting revenge on the Thulcaan Empire, Jack Valantier took his last breath. But just when he thinks it's all over, he finds himself transported back to when he was 14! From his negligent and wicked family to his loyal servant and caring sister, it's all just as he had remembered. But this time, Jack is armed to the teeth with decades of experience from his previous life! He's ready to give them hell, and those that have wronged him will pay dearly. Because this time, he's invincible. (Source: Tapas)
If you're anything like me, once you finish something amazing like Cheolhyeolgeomga Sanyanggaeui Hoegwi, you're left wondering—what now? Luckily, there’s a whole world of stories out there that give off the same energy, whether it’s the intense fights, emotional backstories, or just that feeling of being completely hooked. The titles like The Swordmaster's Son, The Reborn Young Lord is an Assassin... I’ve shared aren’t just similar—they feel right. They hit that same nerve that made Cheolhyeolgeomga Sanyanggaeui Hoegwi special in the first place. Of course, everyone’s taste is different, but I really think you’ll find something here that pulls you in. And hey—if you’ve got a favorite that didn’t make the list, I’d love to hear about it. I’m always looking for my next obsession.