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Becoming the Monarch

Alternative Titles

Synonyms: The Story of a Low-Rank Soldier Becoming a Monarch, Maldan Byeongsa-eseo Gunju-kkaji
Japanese: 말단 병사에서 군주까지
English: Becoming the Monarch
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Type: Manhwa
Volumes: Unknown
Chapters: 146
Status: Finished
Published: Dec 24, 2020 to Jun 19, 2024
Genres: Action Action, Fantasy Fantasy
Themes: Military Military, Time Travel Time Travel
Serialization: KakaoPage
Authors: Soulpung (Story), 2631 (Art)

Statistics

Score: 7.571 (scored by 22542,254 users)
1 indicates a weighted score.
Ranked: #25092
2 based on the top manga page. Please note that 'R18+' titles are excluded.
Popularity: #3749
Members: 6,003
Favorites: 37

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Synopsis

When I was 15, I lost my right hand on the battlefield. When I was 24, I mastered the skills that were necessary for my survival. But I was always told the same things, over and over:

"Just quit. I'll gray even faster if I try to teach you sojutsu."
"But if you weren't disabled, you could've learned anything you wanted, with nothing holding you back."
"Hey, let's just collect herbs. Why are you so obsessed with swordsmanship?"
"Just live like everybody else."

When I was 39, I lost my left hand and fell off a cliff. And when I swallowed the Artifact I had no knowledge about...

(Source: Kakao Entertainment Corp., translated)

Background

Becoming the Monarch has been published digitally in English by Webtoon Entertainment since September 21, 2023.

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Reviews

Jan 25, 2025
"Becoming the Monarch" is a solid regression manhwa that stands out despite the genre's saturation. It combines political intrigue, strategic battles, and a classic underdog story that keeps readers engaged throughout the journey.

The protagonist’s transformation from an ordinary figure to a powerful monarch is gripping, driven by his sharp intellect and relentless determination. While the plot treads familiar territory for regression manhwa fans, the execution is commendable, with smart twists and a well-developed world that pulls you in.

One of the highlights is the intense political maneuvering. The alliances, betrayals, and court dynamics feel realistic and add a layer of depth that many other manhwa in ...
Aug 29, 2024
Becoming the Monarch is a well-paced heroic tale with a satisfying conclusion over 141 chapters and some fillers after that. The story presents a believable and engaging narrative for fantasy and regression fans. The art is fantastic, showing noticeable growth throughout the series, with dynamic action scenes that keep the reader excited. While character diversity is minimal, the characters are well-written, with distinct flaws and growth arcs that make them interesting. Despite a few mysteries left unsolved, the ending is neatly tied up, leaving a sense of curiosity for the future. Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys well-crafted fantasy stories!
Mar 3, 2023
Preliminary (104/146 eps)
Have you ever wondered whether your life could've been different if you had the answers back then? This story won't help with your existential crisis, but it does go in favor of the protagonist, Chris. The story is just as the title says, 'The Story of a Low-Rank Soldier Becoming a Monarch" presents a reality where Chris can change his life and others for the better. I genuinely enjoyed reading the chapters and despite how similar series follow the same trope, there's something different about this one. Maybe it's the format or it could be how everyone in the story plays a role, it's fulfilling ...

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