These manhwa tackle the complex subject of bullying in a wide variety of ways.
Going to school is a nearly universal experience, so it’s no surprise that there are plenty of manhwa that take place in schools. Popular genres that appear in school settings are romance, slice of life, sports, and comedy, usually with students as main characters. As a place for learning and growth, a school has the potential to host many interesting and dynamic stories.
One popular theme in school manhwa is bullying. Some of the most action-packed and dramatic stories revolve around the violence students inflict on each other. In Korean manhwa, depictions of bullying can be brutal. But behind all the fighting, there are some fantastic narratives that speak about human behavior.
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Designated Bully
MyAnimeList: 7.22
- Published: 2022 to Present
- Genre/Themes: Action, Delinquents, School
- Author: Grimzo
- Illustrator: Grimzo
In a time when student violence has gotten out of hand, the government is at a loss. All their attempts to reign in the troublesome students have failed. They only have one option left: beat the bullies with an even bigger bully. That’s where Kwon Daegun comes in. Before he dropped out, he was notorious for being the strongest fighter in Incheon. Now, he returns to school as a government bully.
This story revolves around fighting and comedy. There is some character development through Kwon Daegun’s rehabilitation, but for the most part, it’s the same cycle of fighting the next best person. This manhwa is good for people who like watching the main character dominate everyone else.
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Juvenile Offender
MyAnimeList: 7.34
- Published: 2023 to Present
- Genres/Themes: Action, Delinquents
- Author: Namja-ui Iyagi
- Illustrator: Jongtaek Jeong
Most people would want to avoid being sent to a juvenile detention center, but Lee Yunseong needed to go there to get his revenge. In the past, he was bullied and harassed by a variety of people, and now most of them are in the same place. One by one, he plans to take them all down.
This manhwa is incredibly brutal and doesn’t hold back when it comes to violence. The story itself seems impossible, but for people who like dark protagonists, there could be some appeal. It’s definitely for a specific audience.
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Save Me
MyAnimeList: 7.41
- Chapters: 63
- Published: 2016 to 2017
- Genres/Themes: Drama, Psychological, School
- Author: 1230
- Illustrator: 1230
Normally, bullying in manhwa is done for no reason other than to humiliate someone. Save Me gives more context than most stories as to why the events are occurring. Na Hyeongoh is the top of his class, but he’s harassed relentlessly about needing a wheelchair. Each day is torture, and there’s no one he can turn to. That changes when Cha Namsoo transfers into his class, and they become friends.
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When it comes to storytelling, few bullying manhwa do it as well as Save Me. With a fully realized plot and complex characters, this story does a great job leading the reader and giving information when it’s needed.
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To Not Die
MyAnimeList: 7.47
- Status: Publishing
- Published: 2021 to Present
- Genres/Themes: Action, Drama
- Author: Parae
- Illustrator: Jinguk Lim
At the end of his rope, Im Dajun plans to end his own life. But after seeing an interview from someone who had killed his own bullies, he decides to fight back instead. However, all it does is get him arrested, expelled, and kicked out of his family. Living on the streets now, Dajun needs to learn how to survive,
This story is intense, depicting the desperation some kids feel after getting abused at school. Though the degree of violence is exaggerated, the author does a great job of helping the reader feel and understand the victim’s point of view.
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Get Schooled
MyAnimeList: 7.58
- Published: 2020 to Present
- Genres/Themes: Drama, School
- Author: Yongtaek Chae
- Illustrator: Garam Han
When students act out, it can disrupt the learning environment and cause harm to everyone involved. To increase school safety, the Ministry of Education creates a new organization where agents fix the problems directly. That can mean a variety of things, but the solution is usually some physical therapy.
Despite the copious violence in Get Schooled, the message it tries to convey is a good one. Throughout various scenarios, the agents ultimately want to help victims and put those at fault on the correct path. Everything in the story is outrageous, but it’s heartfelt at the same time.
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At the End of the Road
MyAnimeList: 7.74
- Chapters: 26
- Published: 2016 to 2018
- Genres/Themes: Boys Love, Drama, Suspense, Psychological, Reincarnation, School
- Author: Haribo
- Illustrator: Haribo
Reincarnation is usually seen in fantasy settings, but here, Yoon Taemin is reincarnated as Han Siwon after a car accident. It’s not long after he wakes up that Taemin learns what happened and why. Han Siwon was the subject of bullying by those around him. Even his brother seemed to despise him. Now in Siwon’s body, Taemin has to settle the issue.
Though this manhwa is Boys Love, the romance is a B plot that runs concurrently with the main conflict. Most of the attention is put on resolving the mystery of what happened to Han Siwon and who did it. There are some dark themes in this story, so it may not be for everyone.
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Dokgo
MyAnimeList: 7.74
- Chapters: 90
- Published: 2012 to 2014
- Genres/Themes: Action, Drama, Delinquents, School
- Author: Meen
- Illustrator: Seung Hoon Baek
When his brother is beaten to death by school bullies, Kang Hyuk decides to stop drifting and figure out who did it. However, it’s not too long after this that he loses both his parents as well. Hyuk adopts his brother’s identity and returns to school, declaring war on all the bullies there.
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This story is front-loaded with tragedy, and sets a heavy tone from the start. It’s easy to tell what kind of story this is, but the fighting isn’t really the point. It’s a means to an end for Kang Hyuk, and it’s easy to feel sympathetic towards him. Following him through each trial makes the pay-off at the end much more valuable. It’s worth reading despite its rough art style.
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My Life As A Loser
MyAnimeList: 7.87
- Chapters: 56
- Published: 2019 to 2020
- Genres/Themes: Action, Drama, School, Time Travel
- Author: Tae-Jun Park
- Illustrator: Seonwook Jeon
Bully Jang Ang-Cheol lived a great life after high school. Through various means and connections, he was able to open his own store. However, after meeting a former classmate, he is taken back to the past, assuming the identity of that classmate. Now he must go through high school and experience the pain he inflicted on others for himself.
This is a unique take on the bully theme seen in other manhwa. It’s a great way to show how people can change after reflecting on their actions, or experiencing being on the other side. It’s a great story with well-written character growth.
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Weak Hero
MyAnimeList: 7.94
- Chapters: 267
- Published: 2018 to 2023
- Genres/Theme: Action, Drama, School
- Author: Seopass
- Illustrator: RAZEN
Grey Yeon transfers into a school known for its aggressive bullies, and being the small guy he is, it doesn’t take long for one to try something. Unfortunately for them, Grey is used to people who like to throw their weight around, and quickly takes him down. This sets off a chain of events where Grey has to fight every big bully to keep his school life peaceful.
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What may seem like a traditional bully manhwa is actually a heartfelt story about friends trying to protect one another. The main cast all have their vices, which motivate them to fight, but there are many scenes where they’re allowed to just be kids. It helps show how devastating constant bullying can become.
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Viral Hit
MyAnimeList: 7.96
- Chapters: 218
- Published:2019 to 2024
- Genres/Them: Action, Martial Arts, School
- Author: Tae-Jun Park
- Illustrator: Jung-Hyun Kim,
Yoo Hobin is the class punching bag and under constant harassment by Pakgo, the Newtuber in his class. Tired of being the butt of the joke, Hobin decides to fight back, and accidentally winds up internet famous overnight. Seeing the money he can make, he decides to become a Newtuber himself by beating up bullies, so he can pay for his mother’s medical bills.
The start of Viral Hit is pretty slow, but after a few chapters, the story picks up. Hobin is a pathetic character, but that makes his determination much more relatable. Seeing how hard he works and how much he changes is satisfying to read.
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Your Letter
MyAnimeList: 8.08
- Chapters: 11
- Published: 2018 to 2018
- Genres/Theme: Adventure, Drama, Mystery, School
- Author: Hyun-ah Cho
- Illustrator: Hyun-ah Cho
Lee Sori brazenly stood up against the bullying taking place in her class. That act of kindness painted a target on her back, and she became the newest victim. With no one to turn to, she moves to her dad’s house and transfers to a different school. Traumatized by the bullying, Sori can’t make any friends. The only solace she has is the little letters she finds around the school.
Though short, this manhwa does a fantastic job of showing the lasting effects of abuse and bullying. What might seem small to others can have a big impact on someone. Being able to see her recover in a safe and healthy way sets it apart from other manhwa.
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