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 19 Dragon manga you should read right now. [2024 List]
- 19. Hoegwihaetdeoni Gamuni Manghaetda
- 18. Demon Devourer
- 17. Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu
- 16. Kill The Dragon
- 15. Nozomanu Fushi no Boukensha
- 14. Ruri Dragon
- 13. My Little Brother Is The Academy’s Hotshot
- 12. Geim Sok Babarianeuro Saranamgi
- 11. Shijou Saikyou Orc-san no Tanoshii Tanetsuke Harem Zukuri
- 10. Ragna Crimson
- 9. Kobayashi-san Chi no Maid Dragon
- 8. 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
- 7. Foreigner on the Periphery
- 6. Tensei shitara Dragon no Tamago datta: Saikyou Igai Mezasanee
- 5. Mowang Zuobi Xitong
- 4. Yowai 5000-nen no Soushoku Doragon, Iwarenaki Jaryuu Nintei - Yada Kono Ikenie, Hito no Hanashi o Kiite Kurenai
- 3. 7-nin no Nemuri Hime
- 2. I Became the Chef of the Dragon King
- 1. Hen na Ryuu to Moto Yuusha Party Zatsuyougakari, Shintairiku de Nonbiri Slow Life
19. 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
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. 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
16. 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
15. 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
14. 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
13. My Little Brother Is The 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?
My Little Brother Is The 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
12. 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
11. 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
10. 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
9. 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
8. 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
7. Foreigner on the Periphery
I don’t want to work. Like at all. But I don’t have a choice. On earth where Humans, Elves, Orcs, Trolls, Dragons, and Alien immigrants live, it is an endless repetition of incidents. This is the story of a man that’s had to work in secrecy for 800 years because he’ll die if he doesn’t work.
Foreigner on the Periphery is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: The Foreigner on the Periphery, TFOP
6. 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
5. Mowang Zuobi Xitong
One day, countless dungeons suddenly appeared in the world, and humanity ushered in the "dungeon era". Adesalai, the boss of an abyss-level dungeon, was killed by human adventurers via despicable means. Vowing revenge, he was reincarnated as a weak adventurer, but he activated an exclusive Boss System. Using the system's cheating powers to conquer dungeons and becoming its master, he started on the road of revenge.
Mowang Zuobi Xitong is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: The Demon King's Cheat System, Demon King Cheat System, Demon King's Cheating System, Mowang Zuobi Xitong, Mówáng Zuòbì Xìtǒng, The Demon King Cheat System, The Demon King’s Cheat System, 魔王様のチートシステム, 마왕 전용 사기 시스템
4. Yowai 5000-nen no Soushoku Doragon, Iwarenaki Jaryuu Nintei - Yada Kono Ikenie, Hito no Hanashi o Kiite Kurenai
A 5000-year old vegan dragon was living peacefully when one day a young girl showed up in his cave. She offered herself as a sacrifice in order to gain favour for her village. He played along as the great "Jaryuu-Sama, the Demon Lord's Army Leader" in order to get rid of her. However, his little white lie awoken her hidden powers and his peaceful life suddenly ended.
A gentle dragon of 5000 years old, it was recognised as an evil dragon without any cause. has finished publishing and it has 23 Chapters. It is also Known as: 齢5000年の草食ドラゴン、いわれなき邪竜認定 ～やだこの生贄、人の話を聞いてくれない～, Yowai 5000-nen no Soushoku Dragon, Iware naki Jaryuu Nintei, Yowai 5000-nen no Soushoku Dragon, Iware naki Jaryuu Nintei - Yada Kono Ikenie, Hito no Hanashi o Kiite Kurenai, 齢5000年の草食ドラゴン、いわれなき邪竜認定 ～やだこの生贄、人の話を聞いてくれない～, Weak 5000-Year Old Vegan Dragon, Yowai 5000-nen no Soushoku Dragon, Iware naki Jaryuu Nintei
3. 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
2. I Became the Chef of the Dragon King
Shim Cheongi threw herself into the sea of Indangsu! What will happen when she wakes up in a lazy dragon's dungeon? Meet many cute monsters while living a delicious, symbiotic life!
I Became the Chef of the Dragon King is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Became the Chef of the Dragon King, Dragon's Chef, 용셰프, Yongwangnimui syepeuga doeeotseumnida, Я стала шеф-поваром короля-дракона, أصبحت رئيسة ملك التنانين
1. Hen na Ryuu to Moto Yuusha Party Zatsuyougakari, Shintairiku de Nonbiri Slow Life
With the Demon King defeated, the world is at peace once more...
And with that peace, the hero's party's handyman Theodore is out of a job.
With all the money he could ever need already tucked away, he considers retiring. But he's instead suddenly called on to investigate the New World!
En route to his new destination, he comes across and tames a slightly offbeat juvenile dragon.
And so, Theodore's life on the frontier begins! His busted trio of skills, Appraise, Craft, and Tame are all he needs in his lackadaisical cultivation efforts, surrounded by a bizarrely cute crew!
Frontier Life with a Weird Dragon and an Errand Boy is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: 変な竜と元勇者パーティー雑用係、新大陸でのんびりスローライフ, The Strange Dragon and the Former Choreman of the Heroes Party, Relaxing Slow Life on the New Continent, Henna Ryuu to Moto Yuusha Party Zatsuyou-gakari, Shintairiku de Nonbiri Slow Life
