Best Action Manga of 2024

After witnessing the death of one of their own, the Absolute Ones—creators of the many universes outside of our own—frantically seek to fill the power void left by their fallen brother. With earth's existence in danger once more as gates spill monsters into our dimension, Sung Suho must answer the call and conquer the shadow dungeon while learning of his father's legendary legacy.

Stowing himself away on a slave ship, Julian sets sail for the great continent with a hundred slaves, all yearning for freedom, until...?! Embark on a groundbreaking journey through this action-packed dark fantasy saga!!

"You're a genius." Those words he heard as a child were poison. Encrid dreamed of becoming a knight, but he soon realized it was futile. "You want to live by the sword with that level of skill?" Some laughed at him. "Just give up." Some advised him against it. Despite that, his dream remained steadfast. He slept less, ran more, and trained harder. One day, he died, having been stabbed in the neck. Encrid opened his eyes again to "today's" morning.

Cecil Perdium, the Mercenary King, was killed in battle before he could avenge his family. As he faces death, he learns that Duke Delphine, the man who caused the downfall of his family, didn't work alone. Suddenly waking up as his teenage self, Cecil must work to both overcome his poor reputation and build up his strength to save his family. With their soldiers and knights defecting due to the harsh conditions they must endure, he has his work cut out for him. Can Cecil become the mighty warrior he once was and avert his family's fate?

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!

In the game Aether World, Baek Yuseol is considered the most useless character because he can't use magic like everyone else. His only skill, Blink, is a short-range teleportation ability most players consider worthless. But when he’s tasked with reaching the game's true ending, Baek Yuseol decides to use his unconventional skill to achieve this impossible goal. Can this so-called "trash" character outsmart his powerful peers, form unlikely alliances, and ultimately master the game?

Jeong, the Slaughtering Scythe Demon, feels joy in killing others. He happens to look just like Mok Gyeongwoon, the third young master of the Mok Sword Manor... "Be my substitute, and I'll let you out of prison." "That opportunity. Will you give it to me?" Crack!!! He kills the Third Young Master and decides to become the real one. Can the fake Mok Gyeongwoon survive as the real one? The serial killer begins his new life as the Third Young Master of the Great Mok Sword Manor.

The past has changed, but like a fiery comet, he still comes. Mugi Hwa, the one without equal, slashed through Murim's skies with his sword, toppling every lord who dared to face him—even Cheonma, Mugeuk Geom's father. But Mugeuk didn't accept defeat. Instead, he turned to the forbidden: a time-bending ritual that hurled him into his own past. Now, retracing his steps, he races against the clock until Mugi emerges once again. But this time, it's not just about power, but mending old wounds and forging new bonds to unite his people and prepare for the bloodtide to come.

Yang-Cheon Ku, born to the virtuous House of Ku of Sanseo, the Little Star and next Head of House. Status: The world’s most hated demonic martial artist. Cause of death: Defeated during the Virtuous-Demonic War, tortured upon capture. Or so he thought. Moments after dying in the arms of his childhood friend, the Heavenly Sword herself, Seol-ah Wi, he finds himself back in the past. Already things have changed, but is it enough to ensure his second chance at life doesn’t end with the same regrets?

Chef Kim, Korea's legendary sashimi master, is transported into the world of Blessing M, a mobile game he once played. But instead of being a hero, he finds himself as Geomma Kang, a mere background extra. Forced into a new life, Geomma discovers a new power: the Blessing of the Blade God. Now, to survive in this game-like world, he must slice through challenges and enemies alike. Will his unmatched skills in the kitchen be enough to carve out a new destiny?

Mysterious alien life-forms invade Earth! Most of humanity is wiped off the face of the planet. John, his sister, and the remaining survivors hope to find a new world to inhabit... But one day, they're targeted by aliens again!

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.

In a world where humans enslave non-human species, the powerful wizard Leppenhardt creates an empire to safeguard these beings. However, his reign ends when he's defeated by the brutally strong Tesron, the "King of Fists." But death isn’t the end, because Leppenhardt awakens in Tesron's young body! Now armed with incredible strength and a new identity, he sets off to free the non-human races again. Can the new King of Fists reshape the world for all, or will his second chance slip away?

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?

It's been ten years since the assassination of the Dragon King, the land's most powerful ruler. Off in the corner of the kingdom where tailed dragonfolk dwell, Jio, a human girl, yearns for adventure and an escape from rural life. However, when she meets the mysterious, amnesiac young man Neraid, Jio's life turns upside-down! With courage and curiosity knocking on the door, the two of them find the ultimate adventure waiting for them!! A traditional battle fantasy from a rookie artist begins!!

All this is for the Empire. Luca had never once questioned his dream of joining Accretia's Imperial Guard. Not until he met Ilay, that is. The most unexpected of friends, Ilay's personality and family background are nothing like Luca's. However, it is through their differences that the two friends will begin to shape not only each other, but even the very planet on which they live.

In the Age of Catastrophe, five heroes saved the world from a primordial evil. One of the heroes, now reborn as Leo Plove, is excited to revisit his glorious past—only to find his name erased from history. Determined to uncover the truth, he joins Lumerne, a hero military academy, unaware he's about to discover dark secrets surrounding his reincarnation. Why are his past records hidden, and who wants to keep them that way? Will Leo be able to set things right and reclaim the credit he deserves?

Even in modern Japan, ninja still hide in the shadows. Young ninja Yodaka has received his mission--protect high school student Aoi at all cost. But can a ninja survive the wild world of high school while also fulfilling his mission?

The most powerful exorcist in history--Kiyoshi! In order to protect that which is precious to him, Kiyoshi has attained ultimate strength. But he has a secret he can't tell anyone... Become a sword that slays evil! Become a shield that protects the weak! It all comes together in this new dramatic exorcist battle comedy series!

Zig—a tall, broad-shouldered mercenary—participates in a witch hunt. Following a fierce duel with the deadly witch, he becomes privy to her desire. "I want you to protect me," she requests, tired of having her life trivialized. Seeking a place to survive, the witch and the mercenary set their sights on an unknown continent!

A hero should never kill anyone, not even the worst of villains. Gangyu could never understand why his team of heroes lived by those words, but he tried his best to do the same… until the villain who wiped out his squad killed his brother in prison. Gangyu breaks his vow and enters Ruculus with permission to kill as the prison’s executioner. Now, he must fight his way through the villains to kill the worst of them all.

Kill monsters, save your neighbors, and expand your domain, all from the comfort of your couch. When his city becomes infested with monsters, Jae-Hyeon discovers an ability that makes him the absolute master of his apartment building. But his ability comes with a catch -- he cannot leave his apartment. Now, he must arm his neighbors and lead them beyond their building to survive the post-apocalyptic world they find themselves in.

Twenty years have passed since the Great War, but petty theft and exploitation have taken root during times of peace. The once dazzling world of Murim is a mere shadow of its former self, but one young enigmatic swordsman has sworn to restore Jianghu to its former glory. Will the noble principles of justice and loyalty prevail over corruption and greed?

Regret is the bane of old men. When aging Alliance Lord Hajin Cheon of the Grand Martial Alliance reflects on his immense legacy, he finds that he recalls little of his deeds or even the lives of his closest advisors. Stricken by a mysterious ailment, Hajin suddenly passes away only to wake up in the body of Ridan Byeok, heir to the Byeok Clan of swordsmen. The only problem is, Ridan is a well-known wastrel, the polar opposite of the virtuous and stern Hajin. Righting the wrongs of his predecessor, Hajin begins to uncover the truth behind his death…

Gifted by the heavens yet cursed by fate, Yeonshin was born with unimaginable talent in martial arts. But this very gift condemned him to a life that would end before adulthood. With the right opportunities, he had the potential to become a legendary hero, or the reincarnation of the Heavenly Demon. Yet fate cast him into the third-rate Jeong Clan, a family of no particular renown. Now, with time slipping through his fingers, Yeonshin must find a way to defy his doomed destiny.

After failing the Grade Nine civil service exam four times and many twists and turns, Han Maru finally succeeded in becoming a special civil servant under the Ministry of Environment. Goodbye, gosiwon! Goodbye, convenience store lunchboxes! But the joy of passing was short-lived. It turned out to be a life-threatening national secret job?! Along with the yellow dust came the demons, creatures that kill and eat humans. The Grade 9 special civil servant job involved waging war against these demons! Han Maru's life-threatening civil service career begins.

Zeke Draker was the first of House Draker to fail his Awakening. And for that, he was cast out. Forced to survive in a brutal world, Zeke rose from disgrace and earned the name Phantom of the North. On a mission to stop the emperor from obtaining an ancient relic, Zeke was hunted and killed by imperial forces. But fate had other plans. Zeke awakens as a 12-year-old boy back in the Cradle, House Draker’s elite training ground. Given a second chance, Zeke’s determined to rewrite his fate.

The warrior Lista heard the rumors about the great magician Rin, hailed as a genius for becoming the youngest 4-star mage. Lista recruited him to join her party to fight the forces of the void but, right before the final battle, Rin’s body succumbed to the void’s dark poison. As he drew his last breath, Rin cast an immortality spell, encasing his body in ice and promising Lista that he would return. Rin kept his promise and returned after 300 years--but reborn in the body of a noble boy.

In a near-future where humanity stands on the edge of extinction, we turn our gaze to the stars. But in the depths of space, a new menace looms—the 'Star Beasts.' To combat these creatures, warriors donning mechanical armor emerge as humanity's last hope. Prepare yourself for a groundbreaking mecha action saga, where breathtaking visuals meet an expansive universe. The battle for survival starts now!

Magical girls and villains are enemies, but can neophyte Tanpopo's bond with the villain Shade topple that destiny?

Former archery prodigy Yoo Sanghyun was destined for greatness until an injury forced him to quit. Though his coach helped him secure a stable job, he never felt like he belonged. Frustrated, he leaves it all behind to pursue game streaming. Leveraging his incredible archery skills and the charm of his noob character, he quickly rises to fame as "Almond." Now, he's determined to dominate the gaming world, but will his virtual success translate into something greater in real life?

Fabre, a famous million-viewer streamer known for his daring encounters with venomous creatures, is bitten by a black mamba while filming in Africa and wakes up in the mystical world of Murim. To his surprise, the jungles of Murim offer him a peaceful farming life in which he enjoys cultivating various poisonous species. But his tranquility is short-lived when he crosses paths with members of the Tang Clan, the masters of poison and devious tactics. *"I see potential in you. Become a part of our family."*

With the power to turn back time, Albus the Hero is speed-running his adventure to beat the Demon Lord, but what does a "perfect" ending cost?

After a lifetime of bloodshed, the Heavenly Demon longs for peace. In his final moments, he uncovers the truth about his power and yearns for a different life. He wakes up in the body of Tae-San Byeok, the frail second son of a powerful merchant family, barely clinging to life. Using his knowledge from his life as the Heavenly Demon, Tae-San must navigate a world of temptation and corruption to survive. As his martial arts reputation grows, new enemies emerge to disrupt his quiet life. Yet, Tae-San is determined to live on his own terms, despite the chaos around him.

15 days until the apocalypse happens. That's what Ho-Yeong Lee, a 29-year-old office worker, learns when he takes the mysterious medicine he got for saving a goblin from a bear trap. As it turns out, it allows him to level up more easily and provides him with a strategy guide! Everyone in the world is forced into groups to conquer the mysterious Apocalypse Tower, and Ho-Yeong has to find a way to work with his teammates so that everyone makes it to the top alive. Will his ability give him an advantage, or will it end up spelling out his doom?

When war-orphan-turned-warrior Agrick dies on the battlefield, his last regret is that he never got to fully develop his talents. The next moment, he's reborn... into a family of geniuses! Now, as Dane Sogress, he has to choose to be a spearman like his father, an assassin like his mother, or a summoner or mage like his sisters. But instead of picking, Dane decides to learn it all! Can Dane finally become the master of skills he was meant to be? Or will his take two at life end in failure again?

*“When the apocalypse comes, the world will be ridden with bloodshed and screams of anguish. In the end, none but ashes will remain.”* He has been locked up in an underground prison his whole life. He does not know his name. He does not know when the world will end, nor if the world really even will end. The only thing he knows is that he has been imprisoned... by his own father.

Children--pure, innocent, and ready for a new beginning with their foster parents. But here at the Dead Mansion, those seemingly innocent features become lethal assets. Our orphans are schooled under the finest instructors, ensuring they meet your highest expectations and are sure to impress. However, these guardian angels come with a steep price tag. Perfection, after all, is a cruel mistress. Would you like to see the catalog now?

Seonghyeon Han is a victim of a violent crime that left him with impaired legs and a fear of the outside world. Now, he faces an even greater challenge: while he gained the power to create clones, he has just 24 hours before being sent to another dimension. As the countdown ticks down, Seonghyeon makes a desperate move -- he sends his clone through the interdimensional portal, and discovers his real body can remain safe at home. Thus begins the epic tale of Seonghyeon's... clones.

"Unique Ability: Resurrection" “What is this? This damn sweet Munchkin skill?” But Kang Hyun didn’t know. What does it mean to not die, even if you die, even if you want to die… A man who became the most notorious hunter on Earth with an immortal body! For the sake of humanity, no, for the sake of humanity’s survival, Today, I alone will be resurrected!

Anything and everything—Unhwi Yeon, heir apparent to the Heavenly Demonic Cult, owes his master at least that much. Unable to learn who is backing the cult members who betrayed them both, Unhwi is forced to flee into the body of Unhwi Dang with the help of forbidden magic. Isolated, alone, years into his future, moving from one assassination attempt to another—but capable of cultivating Naegong for the first time in his life. Anything necessary to protect his master is as good as done.

There are animals that were abandoned by Dangun and live secretly in the human world. Narae, an ordinary high school student, discovers their existence... A modern version of Beauty and the Beast with comedy and exorcism action. Will the project of becoming human, for the animals that could not become human, be successful?

Following a certain event, Mikurigaoka New Town transformed into a crucible of supernatural phenomena known as GHOSTS! In said town lives Hifumi, a middle school boy, who one day encounters a girl who just moved in… Help “correct” the supernatural in this action-packed tale from Yasuki Tanaka, creator of “Summer Time Rendering”! *Source: MANGA Plus*

Hyeonseok Choi finally becomes the undisputed heavyweight MMA champion of the world, but gets hit by a truck, and dies. A fairy, Rahel, appears and convinces him to fight as a hero in the afterlife, but accidentally sends him to the side of the demons. Stuck in the demon world, he sweet talks his way into positions of power, but slowly discovers this battle between good and evil isn't as clearcut as it seems.

For the past millennium, the Kyougane Clan has stood as an infamous bloodline of fiend-slaying exorcists. In the present day, it’s led by the sharp-tongued and unyielding head, Kyougane Kurou. One day, a stunning young bride is brought before him—but beneath her beauty lies a hidden, dangerous secret. Determined to stand by her side, Kurou must now sever the shackles of fate to protect their bond—no matter the cost. *Source: Manga UP! Global* --- **Plagued by a demonic curse, a young couple ventures across treacherous lands in search of a cure!** For a thousand years, the exorcists of the Kyogane clan have dedicated their lives to eradicating the demonic specters that haunt Japan. Kuro Kyogane, the current clan head, has no interest in getting married and producing an heir at his age. But once his family arranges a suitable bride in the bright and optimistic Fuyu, he agrees to fulfill his obligations. What Kuro doesn’t know yet is that his wedding ceremony conceals a dark secret—and once Fuyu is declared his wife, she may never be safe from harm again… *Source: SQUARE ENIX USA, Vol. 1*

Night, phenomena that were once known as natural disasters. Faced with the threat of inexplicable destruction, children offer their prayers in the form of dance in order to borrow the power of the gods, quell the Night's fury, and deliver the world from ruin. In a fateful encounter, a boy from a rural town in Japan, Jin, meets Gao, a British soldier who was forced to flee his homeland by the Night. The two spend their halcyon days with their friends in the quiet town surrounded by nature. Until one day, the Night suddenly falls on them once again!

Zich Moore, the fearsome Demon Lord, is struck down by the hero Glen Zenard. As he dies, he hears Glen's request: for him to be a good person if he is ever reborn. Miraculously, Zich awakens in the body of his younger self and resolves to be a better individual. But the problem is... he has no idea what it means to be good! Can the former Demon Lord truly learn what it means to be kind? Or will his old habits and misconceptions about virtue and goodness make redemption difficult?

Demiurgos DCLXVI, or Deus, is the 666th resurrection of the Demon King, fated to battle a warrior of the Pure Blood clan every 100 years to liberate his fellow demons from hell. But instead of waiting, Deus escapes 20 years early to forge a new identity among the humans.

Sequel to Guimi Zhi Zhu.

Yongjin is a struggling orphan–a blunt realist with no time or money to spare on superstitious nonsense. But on his 16th birthday, he finds his life taking a dramatic turn when his classmate Huisu, whom he had never interacted with before, suddenly asks to be his girlfriend. For the first time, Yongjin isn’t alone–but his new company isn’t exactly the kind he had always wished for, as he finds himself being chased by spirits instead! Though this wasn’t quite the sweet sixteen he had in mind, Yongjin must now navigate through a new world he never thought existed.

Qi, swords, martial artists… and robots and spaceships?! The year is 3077, thousands of years after the heyday of the martial arts realm. Humanity inhabits the stars, governed by interstellar martial arts organizations who kept the old ways of the realm alive: might makes right! For bounty hunters like Seryeong, Robert, and Sunja, this means trouble is good for business, except when they bite off more than they can chew. After venturing to the irradiated wasteland of Earth for a top bounty, only to find a 2,000-year-old martial artist instead, they realize their fortunes are about to change…

Ban Yuwon just wanted to get into college. But instead, he was summoned to an academy in another dimension. There, every student must climb the legendary Tower of Babel, built by Yuwon's own ancestor. Armed with the "Babylonian Code," an ability that lets him absorb and manipulate all languages, he sets out to conquer the tower and reclaim his family’s lost honor. However, with deadly monsters, hidden traps, and ruthless rivals from across dimensions, can Yuwon survive the climb?

Hwalin Yong, once the shattered heir of a fallen martial sect, is thrust back in time-- but he isn’t alone. A monstrous darkness lingers at the edges of his mind, constantly whispering, waiting to claim him. Can Hwalin resist its pull, or will he surrender to the shadow? As the battle within intensifies, he uncovers a dormant power that could reshape his destiny and the fate of his sect.

Haise is a young boy who has been gifted with an unknown ability. He becomes an adventurer together with his childhood friend Sasha, but is kicked out of the team for being unable to use his ability and being a hindrance. Furthermore, while continuing his solo adventure, he is caught in a trap and falls into dire straits. Just as he is on the brink of death, Haise's ability "Weapon Master" awakens! It is a power that shakes the laws of the world, summoning weapons from another world!? An unrivaled fantasy set in another world that begins with adversity!

In a brutal medieval world where innocence means life and guilt means death, Aron, captain of the castle guard, enforces order within the fortress. But when demons begin to corrupt men’s hearts, violent events erupt, including repeated attempts to assassinate the lady of the castle. As Aron hunts the culprits, he encounters a demon that marks him, granting incredible strength but tainting his body with dark magic. Now, with his mind clouded and powers growing, Aron must unravel the mystery before the castle and his soul fall to ruin.

The weakest me, partying with two of the most powerful girls!? After dungeons suddenly appeared on Earth, the concept of levels was inscribed on humanity. Levels were quantified, and as the law of the jungle became more and more prevalent, Level 0 Suzuki Hinata is the most discriminated against person in the world. Even though he's incompetent, he dreams of becoming a dungeon explorer, but for some reason Hinata suddenly becomes close to Kamui Hinata, a beautiful silver-haired girl with S-rank potential whom he meets at the high school he enrolls in?! "Could the identity of the number one explorer be...?"

The series is about the old man Breed, who is fired from his job and exiled from his country. His dragons follow him, however, and so begins his journey to reclaim his glory.

The great house of the Azure Mountain Yeon clan was annihilated by forces that conspired against them. The only survivor was Yeon Hojung. Left alone in the uncaring expanse of the central plains, Hojung turned to the path of darkness for survival and ruthlessly chased power to become the Dark Emperor. After a long, bloody battle that ended in his demise, Hojung reawakens to find himself 26 years in the past with his beloved Yeon Clan and a second chance at life.

Juyeong is in a juvenile detention center for the attempted murder of his father, Gang-ryong. He clings to hope, dreaming of a future in Seoul with his childhood friend, Dayeon. But everything shatters when Dayeon is tragically killed by a rogue truck, and the devastation deepens when Juyeong learns that his father was behind the wheel. In a cruel twist, Gang-ryong regains consciousness and offers Juyeong an ultimatum: “If you want revenge, become the king of this detention center!” Now, Juyeong must navigate the treacherous world of prison politics, determined to rise to power and avenge his friend.

The nation's buzzing about Ahn Su-Ho, the newly awakened player who's giving up a life of riches to become a civil servant. They don't realize that Su-Ho's been a civil servant before... in his past life before he was killed by his own team! Now, Su-Ho's out to save the country from the worst of its criminal scum by gaining the strength to stop them before they can strike. Can Su-Ho power up and protect the nation, even if it means starting over completely? Or will justice be thwarted once more?