What is this genre all about? Very intelligent mythical beings - a cross between a very large lizard and a dinosaur - that breath fire, and have a knack for kidnapping damsels, thus distressing them. In Fantasy anime this perceptive species often lives secluded from human civilisation, protectors of long lost knowledge. Dragons seem to be on the verge of extinction.
We present you the list of Dragon manga you should read right now.
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Top 18 Dragon manga you should read right now. [2024 List]
- 18. Demon Devourer
- 17. Hoegwihaetdeoni Gamuni Manghaetda
- 16. Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu
- 15. Ruri Dragon
- 14. Kill The Dragon
- 13. The Dragon Slayer Academy's Hotshot
- 12. Nozomanu Fushi no Boukensha
- 11. Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon
- 10. Isekai Ten'ishita Node Cheat wo Ikashite Mahou Kenshi Yaru Koto ni Suru
- 9. Ragna Crimson
- 8. Geim Sok Babarianeuro Saranamgi
- 7. Ryuu to Ayumu Nariagari Boukensha-dou: Youzumi Toshite S-Rank Party kara Tsuihou sareta Kaifuku Majutsushi, Suterareta Saki de Saikyou no Shinryuu wo Fukkatsu sasete Shimau
- 6. Shijou Saikyou Orc-san no Tanoshii Tanetsuke Harem Zukuri
- 5. Biryuu Enshoutan ~Jikokouteikan ga Gekitei na Dragon-kyuu Bishoujo Maou o, Yuusha ga Icharabu de Taijisuru Ohanashi~
- 4. Dungeon no Osananajimi
- 3. My Girlfriend is a Dragon
- 2. Tensei shitara Dragon no Tamago datta: Saikyou Igai Mezasanee
- 1. 7-nin no Nemuri Hime
18. Demon Devourer
The descendant of a once great wizarding family, Elric Mervinger is unable to perform magic due to a rare medical condition. While attempting to cure his disease, he stumbles upon the demon Mephistopheles, who tries to possess Elric to free himself from a dragon’s trap. But when Elric ends up absorbing Mephisto instead, the two become bound together. With Mephisto by his side, will this new power allow Elric to restore his family to its former glory? Or will he just end up being devoured?
Demon Devourer is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Talent-Swallowing Magician, Le Dévoreur de démons, Talent Swallowing Magician, The Mage Who Absorbs Abilities, 才能を喰らった魔法使い, 有才能的魔法师
17. Hoegwihaetdeoni Gamuni Manghaetda
Born as the eldest son of a famous swordsman family, he became stronger than anyone else. However, he could not stop the dragon race, a huge disaster that appeared on the continent. At the last moment, he closed his eyes and thought everything was over.
When I opened my eyes, I was back in the past. It's also a past that is very different from the world I knew originally. “What? is this my body? Why don't I have any mana?” “Where is the castle, and why is there only a log house left?” “… … What? A non-aggression pact between the dragons and humans? ”A family on the brink of collapse. … I have to live diligently from now on.” The great hero of the famous swordsmanship family. He returned to the past of a 'Parallel World'.
I Regressed to My Ruined Family is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Hoegwihaetdeoni Gamuni Manghaetda
16. Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu
High school student Misumi Makoto is called into a fantasy world by the god Tsukuyomi, in order to be a hero. However, powerful others in this world aren't as thrilled to have him there, and they kick him to the edge of the world just as Tsukuyomi declares that he must leave Makoto to find his own way. Now it's up to Makoto to find his own way!
Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 月が導く異世界道中, Moon-led Journey Across Another World
15. Ruri Dragon
Ruri faces the usual issues: pushy classmates, annoying teachers and...waking up with dragon horns?!
RuriDragon is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ルリドラゴン, Ruri Dragon
14. Kill The Dragon
An invasive alien species named "Dragon" invaded Earth. The three-year war ended with the victory of mankind. However, "the enemy we have faced so far is only a spearhead. Now, we humans must prepare for a war that will stake our lives in preparation for their main force."
At the national level, humanity gathers children who have been judged to be psykers and establishes the Ark, a training institution.
"It's the first time you've ever praised a child like that. Aren't you the one who was sulky no matter what kind of genius came?"
"The bosses who give us money are mistaken. Dragon Hunters don't need magical psychic abilities. That's the minimum requirement. What they really need is to keep their hearts in their hearts even in extreme fear and situations. A soldier with a strong mind to put a spear into."
The final battle for the survival of mankind is about to begin.
Kill The Dragon is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Kill The Dragon
13. The Dragon Slayer Academy's Hotshot
In the last battle with the king of the dragon race that killed countless humans, Rudd Denatos loses his comrades and biological elder brother, Aesir Denatos. The moment he slays an unidentified dragon that appears before him, he returns to his days as an academy cadet. However, his brother, Aesir, a genius warrior doesn’t exist in the past world Rudd has regressed into. Trying to fill in the empty spot of Aesir, Rudd tries to prepare as much as possible before the strongest dragon king, the Seventh Dragon, appears. Will Rudd be able to find his older brother and avenge his parents?
The Dragon Slayer Academy's Hotshot is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: The Hero's Younger Brother Is a Deceased Person in the Academy, My Little Brother Is The Academy’s Hotshot
12. Nozomanu Fushi no Boukensha
It's been ten years since Rentt Faina, a down-on-his luck Bronze-class adventurer, set his eyes on becoming Mithril-class. Unfortunately, Rentt finds himself helpless when confronted by a legendary Dragon in the Labyrinth of the Moon's Reflection...and is summarily eaten. But Rentt has miraculously reawakened...as a Skeleton?!
The Unwanted Undead Adventurer is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 望まぬ不死の冒険者, The Unwanted Immortal Adventurer
11. Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon
Miss Kobayashi is your average office worker who lives a boring life, alone in her small apartment–until she saves the life of a female dragon in distress. The dragon, named Tohru, has the ability to magically transform into an adorable human girl (albeit with horns and a long tail!), who will do anything to pay off her debt of gratitude, whether Miss Kobayashi likes it or not. With a very persistent and amorous dragon as a roommate, nothing comes easy, and Miss Kobayashi’s normal life is about to go off the deep end!
Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 小林さんちのメイドラゴン, The maid dragon of Kobayashi-san
10. Isekai Ten'ishita Node Cheat wo Ikashite Mahou Kenshi Yaru Koto ni Suru
A Level 1 adventurer, leveling up at an explosive rate with nonstandard skills and magic power? Kaede Suzumiya, a gamer, fell asleep while playing all night and when he woke up he found himself in another world, a fantasy world where using magic is possible! Using his knowledge of games, skills, and cheats acquired in this new world he decides to enjoy as much of his new life through magic and sword! This is an adventure tale from the Shinkou Shotou (Progressive Islands), the same company that brought you "Shikkaku Mon no Saikyou Kenja," "Tensei Kenja no Isekai Life," and "Isekai Kenja no Tensei Musou"!
After Being Transferred to Another World I Became a Magical Swordsman Through Cheats is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 異世界転移したのでチートを生かして魔法剣士やることにする, Isekai Tenishita node Cheat wo Ikashite Mahou Kenshi Yaru Koto ni Suru, Já que fui transferido para outro mundo, vou fazer bom uso de cheats e me tornar um espadachim mágico, Since I got transferred to another world, I will make good use of cheats and become a magic swordsman, Isekai Cheat Magic Swordsman, I've Transferred to the Different World, So I Become a Magic Swordsman by Cheating.
9. Ragna Crimson
Ragna is a dragon hunter along with his partner, the strongest dragon hunter Leo. He didn't have much talent at hunting dragons but he had decided to entrust his whole life for her. However he was shown the feel of true despair by his future self on what would happen if he stays weak as he is now. With that, it seems that the reaper of the dragons had now appeared earlier than the original history, but will it be enough to change future?
Ragna Crimson is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ラグナクリムゾン, 라그나 크림슨, Ragnac Crimson
8. Geim Sok Babarianeuro Saranamgi
The protagonist, Lee Hansoo, finally reached the boss stage after nine years of playing the game “Dungeon and Stone”, which no one had been able to clear until now. However, just as he entered the boss room, he saw a notification alerting him that he had cleared the tutorial and that he had possessed the body of the barbarian, Bjorn Jandel, who was a playable character in the game. In the world of “Dungeon and Stone”, only one city remained standing after the destruction of the world. A labyrinth would open every month, offering explorers a chance to clear it for rewards. In this world where barbarians are seen as useless in everything but battle, a barbarian who does not fight will not be able to survive. If one cannot pay the outrageous taxes demanded by the city, the only fate that awaits is a downgrade in status to a ‘lower-class citizen’. If it is revealed that you are possessing the character you are playing, you will be named an “evil spirit” and killed. The only way for Lee Hansoo to survive is to enter the labyrinth and fight while risking his life. With the skills he has accumulated over nine years of gameplay and a stupidly strong barbarian physique, he strives to survive in this game…
Surviving The Game as a Barbarian is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Geim Sok Babarianeuro Saranamgi
7. Ryuu to Ayumu Nariagari Boukensha-dou: Youzumi Toshite S-Rank Party kara Tsuihou sareta Kaifuku Majutsushi, Suterareta Saki de Saikyou no Shinryuu wo Fukkatsu sasete Shimau
Dion was the healer of an adventuring party but was betrayed and thrown off a cliff by his party members because they had recruited Criola, a cute girl who could heal and use damaging spells, and they thought Dion was useless.
After being thrown off the cliff, Dion survived and healed a dragon that was near-death. The dragon assumed the form of a cute girl and saved Dion's life, granting him amazing power in the process. Dion now starts an amazing adventure with his dragon lover.
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A Story About a Dragon and the Rising of an Adventurer: A Healer Who Was Seen as Useless and Was Kicked Out From an S Rank Party, Goes off to Revive the Strongest Dragon in an Abandoned Area is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 竜と歩む成り上がり冒険者道 ~用済みとしてSランクパーティから追放された回復魔術師、捨てられた先で最強の神竜を復活させてしまう~, Ryuu to Ayumu Nariagari Boukensha-dou: Youzumi Toshite S-Rank Party kara Tsuihou sareta Kaifuku Majutsushi, Suterareta Saki de Saikyou no Shinryuu wo Fukkatsu sasete Shimau
6. Shijou Saikyou Orc-san no Tanoshii Tanetsuke Harem Zukuri
Our protagonist Oruku, is the son of a female knight and an orc. Due to his appearance taking more after his mother, he was harassed and bullied by the orcs of his village. After meeting a beautiful elf and other demi-human girls, and being rejected for his lineage, the strength of his blood awakens and plots a plan to become the strongest warrior in history in order to make a harem of beautiful women.
The Fun Life of the Most Powerful Orc in History, Creating a Harem in an Alternative World has finished publishing and it has 112 Chapters. It is also Known as: 史上最強オークさんの楽しい異世界ハーレムづくり, Shijou Saikyou Orc-san no Tanoshii Isekai Harem-zukuri
5. Biryuu Enshoutan ~Jikokouteikan ga Gekitei na Dragon-kyuu Bishoujo Maou o, Yuusha ga Icharabu de Taijisuru Ohanashi~
Iver is a dragon maou who stopped trying after historical heroes defeated her every time she resurrected. But the present day hero, Mirio, who found the holy sword by pure chance falls in love with her. And thus forms the couple of the maou with no self-esteem and the dopey hero. This is a story of how they come to know each other, fight, and find happiness.
Based on a hentai novel.
A Story About a Hero Exterminating a Dragon-Class Beautiful Girl Demon Queen, Who Has Very Low Self-Esteem, With Love! is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 美龍艶笑譚～自己肯定感が激低なドラゴン級美少女魔王を、勇者がイチャラブで退治するお話～, Biryuu Enshoutan
4. Dungeon no Osananajimi
Dungeon x Childhood Friend!?
Let's watch over them, in this warm romantic comedy!
At the bottom of an impregnable underground dungeon awaits the final boss, the mighty black dragon Obsidian. The one who dared to challenge Obsidian is Van, an experienced adventurer who has fought many battles with the dragon over the years.
The battle between two passionate souls is about to begin—!
Dungeon no Osananajimi is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: ダンジョンの幼なじみ, Dungeon's Childhood Friend
3. My Girlfriend is a Dragon
This adventure started with a young alchemist, who tried to rescue a princess, but this princess turned out to be a dragon. What will result in this strange, but funny meeting?
My Girlfriend is a Dragon is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: My girl is a dragon, My Girl Is A Dragon Princess
2. Tensei shitara Dragon no Tamago datta: Saikyou Igai Mezasanee
I woke up in an unknown forest. It seems like this place is a fantasy world where strange-looking beast run rampant. And just like in a game, I seem to be able to check mine and my enemies ability. Let’s hunt monsters and gather titles in order on level up and evolve into a higher dragon! And I heard a mysterious voice in my head, “Let’s aim to be the strongest!”
Reincarnated as a Dragon Hatchling is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 転生したらドラゴンの卵だった～最強以外目指さねぇ～, Tensei shitara Dragon no Tamago datta: Saikyou Igai Mezasanee
1. 7-nin no Nemuri Hime
I want to wake up the princess who was put to sleep by a witch's curse… but there are seven of them! So it seems that I have to kiss...... seven girls! Now the princesses are awake, but the other people in the kingdom are still asleep...... Why? Is there more to breaking the curse than just a kiss or am I still missing something......?
Alec is the third prince of Rudbekia who wants to save the kingdom of Amaryllis and its seven princesses. In a country where only they are awake, they must work together to save everyone from the curse!
Seven Sleeping Beauties is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 7人の眠り姫, 7-nin no Nemuri Hime
