Top 20 Dragon manga you should read right now. [2024 List]

Dragon manga you should read right now.

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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20. Geim Sok Babarianeuro Saranamgi

Geim Sok Babarianeuro Saranamgi

After spending nine years on Dungeon and Stone, the role-playing game that no player has ever beaten, Hansu Lee finally reaches the dungeon of the final boss. As soon as he opens the gate, however, he suddenly sees a message that says his tutorial has been completed and finds himself in the body of Bjorn Yandel, a real barbarian within the game. An exciting adventure awaits him as he endeavors to abide by the laws of the fictional world!


Surviving The Game as a Barbarian is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Geim Sok Babarianeuro Saranamgi

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19. Ruri Dragon

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

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18. Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu

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

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17. Demon Devourer

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

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16. Kill The Dragon

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

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15. 7-nin no Nemuri Hime

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

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14. Ossan Teihen Chiyu-shi to Manasume no Henkyou Life

Ossan Teihen Chiyu-shi to Manasume no Henkyou Life

The Frontier Life of the Low-Class Old Man Healer and His Beloved Daughter is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: おっさん底辺治癒士と愛娘の辺境ライフ, The Frontier Life of The Low-Class Ossan Healer And The Lovery Girl, Ossan Teihen Chiyushi to Mana Musume no Henkyou Life, The Frontier Life of the Low-Class Ossan Healer and His Beloved Daughter, おっさん底辺治癒士と愛娘の辺境ライフ~中年男が回復スキルに覚醒して、英雄へ成り上がる~

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13. The Dragon Slayer Academy's Hotshot

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

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12. Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon

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

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11. How to Survive as a Time-Limited Dragon

How to Survive as a Time-Limited Dragon

At the end of my terminally-ill life, I found myself reincarnated as a dragon in a webtoon. Once again, a life with a terminal illness, but this time, as a dragon?!

Lois, born with the heritage of the strongest creature in the world with wealth and thousands of years of lifespan as a dragon.

However, facing unpredictable crises at every turn, not knowing when I’ll die—what kind of BULLSHIT is this?!

It’s too unjust to just quietly die like this. Utilizing the future knowledge I have, I'll survive like a villain and give this story a twist!

How to Survive as a Time-Limited Dragon is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: How to Survive as a Dragon With Time-Limit, How to Survive as a Terminally-Ill Dragon, Phương Pháp Sinh Tồn Của Rồng Sắp Ngủm, Survival Guide For a Terminally-Ill Dragon

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10. Ragna Crimson

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

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9. Hoegwihaetdeoni Gamuni Manghaetda

Hoegwihaetdeoni Gamuni Manghaetda

Ethan Ardan definitely remembers dying, so when he wakes up in a dreary room with his sister who'd died, he can only presume it's the afterlife. It turns out Ethan has been reborn into an alternate timeline where his relatives bankrupted his family and dragged it into disgrace while he was in a 10 year-long coma! Now, it's up to Ethan to use his powerful skills from his past life to reunite his family, and to make his relatives rue the day they started a fight with House Ardan!

The Fallen House of Ardan has finished publishing and it has 89 Chapters. It is also Known as: I Regressed to My Ruined Family

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8. Tensei shitara Dragon no Tamago datta: Saikyou Igai Mezasanee

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

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7. Isekai Ten'ishita Node Cheat wo Ikashite Mahou Kenshi Yaru Koto ni Suru

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.

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6. Maou to Ryuuou ni Sodaterareta Shounen wa Gakuen Seikatsu wo Musou Suru You desu

Maou to Ryuuou ni Sodaterareta Shounen wa Gakuen Seikatsu wo Musou Suru You desu

The boy trained by the Demon King and the Dragon King, shows abosulte power in school life is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 魔王と竜王に育てられた少年は学園生活を無双するようです, Maou to Ryuuou ni Sodaterareta Shounen wa Gakuen Seikatsu wo Musou Suru You desu

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5. Mamono-tachi wa Katazukerarenai

Mamono-tachi wa Katazukerarenai

Monsters can't clean (their homes), hence a sister who can does that for them.

Note: Includes 3 extra chapters.

Mamono-tachi wa Katazukerarenai has finished publishing and it has 28 Chapters. It is also Known as: 魔物たちは片付けられない, Mamonotachi wa Katazuke Rarenai, Mamono Tachi ha Kattadzuke Rarenai, Mamono-tachi wa katadzuke rarenai, 魔物们不会打扫

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4. Du Myeongui Sangsogin

Du Myeongui Sangsogin

May the best heir win!

Florist Riella never meant to catch the attention of Duchess Horssen with her shining flowers, and she certainly didn't mean to inherit her entire fortune! So when the enraged Grand Duke Hann appears before her to claim possession of the inheritance, what is she to do? Can she defend her newfound title?

The Accidental Heiress is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Dos herederos, Two Heirs, ふたりの相続人, 两位继承人

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3. Musa Mallihaeng

Musa Mallihaeng

In the second half of the 2nd century, Naru, a warrior from the Mahan tribal union of Goguryeo, was sold as a gladiator-slave to the Roman Empire and waged a desperate struggle for freedom.

Source: MU

The Long Way of the Warrior is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Musamanlihaeng, Dolgii Put Viona, Musa Manrihaeng

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2. Nozomanu Fushi no Boukensha

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

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1. 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

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.

- MU

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

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