The popular webcomic app Webtoon is all the rage nowadays, and for a good reason: it features thousands of wonderful,full-color manhwas, mangas, manuas and comics. Hailing from Korean style manhwa,all webcomics have some similarities, but they differ based on their origin, art style and references.
In the myriad of comics available, here you will find a list of some of thebest romancewebtoons around, be it for their lengthy and well-crafted plot, the beautiful world they are set in, the couple’s chemistry or the unique and memorable plot (or all of these together, in truly excellent cases). These classics are sure to win over the heart of romance fans.
10Archie Comics: Big Ethel Energy
Ethel’s Glow Up, Drama, And (Maybe) Happy Ending
Who remembers Ethel, the awkward and lanky character in Archie’s Comics, bound to be eternally rejected by Jughead? For everyone who grew up with this series, this is a must read (much different thanthe Riverdale series). Ethel is back in Riverdale as a famous journalist, called to write the story of the town – but in doing so, she has to face her old world, all over again.
This time, it isn’t as bad: she is determined to make a new image of herself, as now she is grown and much different from her past self. But can she stick to the mission of writing the book? Soon, Ethel will find out that the town’s pull on her this time will be hard to resist, finding more than just writing inspiration and her old group of “friends”.
9Night Owls & Summer Skies
A Sweet Summer Love For A Tomboy And The Gorgeous Counselor
This webtoon is a sweet one, tackling the theme of one’s first true love and acceptance, as Emma faces a tough relationship with her mom and she is dumped at the summer camp. Of course, she hates it at first, but soon she will never want to leave once she meets Vivian Black, Camp’s Mapplewood gorgeous and kind assistant counselor.
Of course, romance will take a while: Emma has her issues to deal with (including facing an old so-called “friend”), and Vivian takes her time observing Emma, aware that a romance with a camp participant may not put her in the best spot, even though they are about the same age. Pick this one for a relaxing and beautiful read aboutcoming-of-age themesand dealing with the consequences of family, friends, and one’s true feelings.
8Going Up
Paris, Fashion And The Dream To Make It Big
Cece walks dogs for a living, dreaming to become a renowned fashion designer in the French industry. Little does she know that it will take just one lost dog (and her kindness) to find fame, success and love. This is a wonderful comic about working hard and believing in your dreams, as Cece is a talented young woman who does anything to keep following her passion.
Readers will also enjoy the unique art style, with ample uses of sparkles, pink andelegant french architecture, all while rooting for Cece in love and work, with a well-deservedhappy ending.
7High Class Homos
A Fake Marriage And Many True Loves
While there are many fake marriage tropes in romance, this one has a bit of a twist: their marriage is fake, but because neither of the two are into the opposite sex. As Sapphia and Prince August are the best of friends, convincing others of their marriage won’t be difficult – but finding true love will be!
In a tale of twists, true loves, first loves, mysteries, witches, and old foes, thisroyalty romance fantasytakes inspiration from a classic genre and turns into a totally new story, featuring ample cute banter, crushes and a variety of different personalities in characters, from the rightful August to the hot-headed Sapphia.
6Lady Liar
An “Older Widow” Lying Through Her Teeth
Adara is a true romantic when it comes to… money! She might not have her eye set on anyone, but she is surely set on achieving a high status, keeping her eyes on the prize. Adara succeeds into getting hired as a companion for a wealthy family and subtly pushes Florina into romance (per the mother’s wishes), all while Florina believes she has been sent to study as a painter.
Nothing can stop her from achieving her objective, not even the funny, reliable, handsome, romantic, and intelligent Bertràn… right? All starts to go downhill once Adara slowly realizes that her castle of cards is put at risk, both by her heart and by one person who could ruin it all. Laugh and pray for Adara’s redemption in thishistorical fictionwebtoon.
5Love Me To Death
Does love truly know no bounds? It will be up to the necromancer Victor to discover it, as he is instructed to revive the lover of a wealthy aristocrat, but ends up being entangled in much more than he has signed up for – including having to abandon his old, always-on-the-run life.
In a world where necromancers are hated and everything is paid with a blood signature (a necromancer’s blood glows), Victor is an outcast. So this chance becomes not only one for a new life – but possibly how he will finally fulfill his fate as a necromancer and find a place in the world.
4When Jasy Whistles
South American Mythology Woven Into A Teary, Delicate Romance
To all the readers who are up for an incredibly beautiful but at times sad, difficult, and tragic romance, this is perfect for the next read. This story weaves South American mythology (different than the more typicalGreek or Roman) into a human and deity romance, with a tad of fated lovers trope and rich, thick lore.
Set in Paraguay, the story follows Hela, a girl grown up outside of modernity, and Jasy, a god who kidnaps her due to a memory that she does not remember. In this deity-packed world, readers will be filled with wonder as they discover what lies ahead of the couple.
3The Blind Prince
Half-Girl, Half-Crow, And Totally Trapped Into A Mysterious Forest
Elaine is about to get married to her true love – but she harbors a terrible secret – at least in her lover’s eyes, since when he discovers it, he pushes her through the boundaries of a mysterious forest, rumored to let everyone in but no one out. As Elaine discovers, the rumors are true.
Trapped in this eerie, crow-filled world, at least she can speak to birds (well, if they can speak, too). Elaine will soon have no choice but to rely on the help of a mysterious blind prince, both keeping their guard up as neither can understand each other’s intentions and the secrets they keep.
2Of Swamp And Sea
A Monster Hunting Duo… Made Up Of Two Monsters
One monster hunt, two strangers, and a terrible accident intertwine Mercy and Jonah forever, first professionally and then, slowly, into something more. In a fascinating tale of fate, families, friends, traitors, hunters, assassins, and creatures, readers will find themselves sucked into the world ofOf Swamp & Sea.
In the story, there is a lot to appreciate: from distinct character design to perfectly set moods between various environments. Plus, the characters' unique natures and backstories combined with a slow burn will make for one of the sweetest andbest couples' chemistryyou will find on Webtoon. Readers may know the artist/writer duo from their previous story,Miss Abbot And The Doctor.
1Marionetta
Welcome To The Circus, Where Everyone Is Dead
How bad can following a friend go? Julia will discover it can go very, very badly – terribly, one should say, as both of them end up dead and working for a circus, trapped there for life. Kamille, Julia’s friend, seems to love her new life, as she had been trying so desperately to escape her old one. But for the hard-working, close-minded, and strict Julia, this is a disaster.
Readers will be kept guessing in this tale of mystery, friendship, and romance, and will witness Julia go through one wild ride of character development, including a possible anddangerous love triangle. The creator is also the writer of the famous seriesHooky.
