Rooftop Swordmaster

Synopsis

When Se-Yeong wakes from his coma, he realizes he’s lost everything. His parents are dead, having set themselves on fire to bring attention to how Se-Yeong was bullied by his rich peers in school. But from what he can gather, the whole lot of them—eight in total—have gone back to their normal lives without consequences thanks to having such rich and powerful parents. Filled with anger and regret, Se-Yeong locks himself up in the highest-up, rooftop apartment of the building his parents have left him, shutting himself away from the rest of the world. But strange things start happening; he finds a giant burning sword on the rooftop, and there’s a voice in his head, whispering to fight… Se-Yeong thought he’d lost everything, but looks like his revenge is just beginning now… (Source: Lezhin US, edited)

About

Rooftop Swordmaster is a Korean manhwa, first serialized in 2020, spanning 125 chapters, The series has concluded, (last release in 2024).

Why readers enjoy Rooftop Swordmaster

Rooftop Swordmaster appeals to readers of Action manhwa, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Drama, Fantasy elements. This combination of Action, Drama, Fantasy sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Rooftop Swordmaster is written by Gangholgeo Choi, with art by Ui-Gwon Kim.

Reception

Rooftop Swordmaster holds an average score of 6.5 out of 10 on AniList, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated readership, with 194 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Rooftop Swordmaster include: Revenge, Male Protagonist, Full Color, Swordplay, Bullying, Anti-Hero. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.