Isekai Manhwa Protagonists Who Love to Fight

Summary

Leon Leonhart enjoys combat and is perceived as ruthless by his allies.
Park Sohoo relishes battling foes after being transported to a world full of beasts.
Erun Steelguard embraces fighting against enemies and enjoys showcasing his power.

In simpler terms, an Isekai manhwa (a term referring to a Japanese manga or comic set in a fictional, fantasy world) is not immune to featuring characters who relish battles and combat. These conflict-seeking individuals, often serving as the main characters, find pleasure in fighting whenever they can. Interestingly, these troublemakers make ideal companions for stories centering around anti-heroes (characters who lack conventional heroic qualities).

This compilation highlights notable Isekai Manga characters who enjoy combat. While some engage in fights for financial gain, others seek to establish their authority across the realm, and yet others do so purely for the thrill of battle.

In this new version, the focus remains on the protagonists, their love for fighting, and the reasons behind their combats, but the language is made more natural and easy to read, making it clearer and smoother.

6. Leon Leonheart (The Knight King Who Descended With A God)

Even His Allies Tremble When He Joins The Battlefield

Genres: Dark Fantasy, Action, Comedy, Reverse Isekai, Urban Fantasy
Author: Salam Sallyeo
Artist: Geomsa

In a divine selection for an endless struggle against darkness, Leon Dragonia Leonhart is unambiguous in his methods: eradicating demons, dissidents, and wicked individuals. Yet, despite its apparent simplicity, his actions are frequently perceived as the reckless acts of a madman, driven not by duty but by delighting in the destruction of his adversaries.

From my vantage point, he’s known for his unyielding and discerning demeanor, a reputation that extends to those who stand beside him the closest. However, upon closer inspection, his decisions appear less than impartial. As an observer of countless centuries marked by strife and conflict, I can attest to his uncanny ability to detect malevolence in the most unexpected places. He justifies the majority of his actions, which often involve the annihilation of entire communities deemed ‘heretics’, as necessary, even finding pleasure in such acts.

5. Park Sohoo (The Druid of Seoul Station)

Sword, Claws, Magic, He Uses Everything To Fight

Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Reverse Isekai, Dark Fantasy, Drama, Martial Arts
Author: Jin Seol U
Artists: liveBear, MUN Sung-ho

In his initial Gate experience, Park Sohoo found himself in a realm teeming with beasts. The harsh rules of the wild became the sole consistency in his turbulent existence. Consequently, he mastered ruthlessness and thrived near the precipice of life and death. Since entertainment had been limited to these power struggles for millennia, it was the only vocabulary Suhoo picked up in this alien world.

Upon exiting the portal and back on Earth, the transformations he underwent (apart from his extraordinary longevity and sensitivity towards Earth’s natural energies) caused him to deviate from the norm immediately. Initially, he contested the rule of the Hunter’s Guild, insisting on being acknowledged as a Hunter. From then on, he engaged in conflicts with anyone who crossed his path: even going so far as to confront inhabitants from different realms to achieve his objectives.

4. Erun Steelguard (The Lord Coins Aren’t Decreasing!?)

An Interdimensional Troublemaker

Genres: Action, Fantasy, Adventure, Regression
Author: Mokhyun
Artist: Teava

As a member of the esteemed Steelguard lineage, I, Erun, had always been brought up to believe that I was destined for something extraordinary. Unfortunately, a series of unexpected events led to the downfall of my family’s fortune. However, when fate offered me a second chance by sending me back in time and bestowing upon me a magical tome that granted me access to other realms and the ability to trade power for wealth and vice versa, I seized this opportunity without hesitation. Now, I’ve become an unrelenting interdimensional merchant, leveraging my unique abilities to build a fortune beyond my wildest dreams.

This indicates that, upon becoming a prosperous dimensional trader, he frequently found himself at odds with others similar to him due to the nature of such success often leading to making some enemies along the way. However, unlike many who might steer clear from conflict, Eriun welcomes the struggles and even raises the ante, delighting in outwitting his adversaries and misguiding them. Yet, what seems to bring him the greatest pleasure is displaying all his might in head-on battles, especially if they are against those who sought to harm his family. In essence, he can be described as a fighting machine driven by revenge.

3. Cheoldu (Seoul Station Barbarian)

Raised As A Normal Boy, But Always A Bloodthirsty Barbarian

Genre: Action, Reverse Isekai, Urban Fantasy, Comedy, Drama, School Life
Author: LICO
Artists: Jin Seol Woo

Cheoldu, once transported to Earth and nurtured by a compassionate foster father as an ordinary Korean child, managed to suppress memories of his distressing (and violent) past, opting instead to blend in with others. However, one significant day arrived when a portal mysteriously appeared, revealing a being from his home world that looked familiar to him, which stirred long-forgotten recollections.

This event sparked an urge in him, a feeling he couldn’t ignore. As a result, he felt compelled to explore the gateway, even venturing across it, making him one of the pioneers to traverse dimensions. In this fresh realm, Cheoldu indulges in combat to his fullest extent and has grown more in tune with his savage side. Often, people wonder how a typical student can fight as fiercely and unrelentingly as Cheoldu, yet they are unaware that he is the offspring of a warlord and a shaman, and his bloodthirsty journey is just getting started.

2. Russel Raymond (Dragon Devouring Mage)

Through Battle, He Becomes More And More Powerful

Genre: Adventure, Shonen, Dark Fantasy, Sword And Sorcery, Action, Reincarnation
Author: Ilhwang
Artist: Ramwoo

I’ve borne witness to Russel’s incredible resilience in confronting towering adversaries, a testament to his unwavering spirit and the magical prowess bestowed upon him by the Dragon Emperor. As a battlemage, he embodies an indomitable will, ever ready to engage in combat against the ominous forces that menace the Empire.

Regardless of being overly ambitious rebels, it is Russell who will spearhead the fight and mete out justice to anyone who harms his allies or dishonors the memory of his noble family that has fallen. Gradually, Russell’s character traits become more apparent, and he finds satisfaction in both waging battles and vanquishing his adversaries. Here’s hoping he can keep his darker instincts in check and safeguard instead of destroying what he vowed to preserve.

1. (Lord Eden) Dark Fantasy Paladin

A Man Out Of His World, Cast Into A Spiral Of Endless Battle

Genres: Grimdark, Dark Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Drama, Martial Arts, Isekai
Authors: Jung Jongru, Neimdeu
Artist: Sumsum

As a false apostle of Bacheskar named Erun, there’s far more than just his life at stake if he is discovered. In the grim soulslike realm where he now resides, those accused as heretics are frequently tormented to death by the merciless Inquisition. Consequently, he must exercise extreme caution and consistently portray a Paladin who tirelessly hunts down wickedness. Lately, Erun has found himself increasingly embodying this role, even deriving pleasure from punishing wrongdoers, fiends, and demons.

In this grim fantasy realm, there’s no space for pleasure. Eden understands that he must devise a method to avert the impending disaster that will annihilate the world (as depicted in the game’s conclusion). However, to accomplish this, he will likely have to battle countless adversaries and potentially challenge the very institution he belongs to – the Church.

2025-02-03 20:35