Whether it's light novels, manga, or manhwa, fantasy is a popular genre for many reasons. It allows people to escape and immerse themselves into a whole new world, where they can learn about different races, mythical beings, and brilliant magical systems. Within the fantasy genre, there are also a number of themes that are popular. One such popular theme, not only in the fantasy genre, is Boy's Love or BL.

BL is a genre that often shows pure or true love, or people willing to take risks for the ones that they love. Some BL manhwa are sweet, some are filled with action and drama, and some have incredible development with mature themes. There are many fantasy BL manhwa that fit this bill and are must-reads for fans of the genre.

Updated on January 4th 2024, by Chelsea Steele: BL is a unique genre within anime, manga, and manhwa, featuring romance stories between two male leads. Though most BL manhwa stories tend to feature stories more grounded in reality, fantasy is also a popular subgenre. With unique plots, impressive worldbuilding, and interesting characters, fantasy BL stories are some of the best the genre has to offer.

15 No Way, Vampires Don't Exist! Is A Surprisingly Wholesome Vampire Romance

80 Chapters (Completed)

At first glance, No Way, Vampires Don't Exist! looks like a typical toxic BL harem series. Thankfully, it defies many of the usual tropes associated with vampire romances, making for a refreshingly wholesome addition to the subgenre.

No Way, Vampires Don't Exist! stars a group of vampire roommates looking to add a fifth member to their household. However, their intentions are far from pure, as they intend to use their new human roommate as a meal to curb their bloodthirst. Their plans take an unexpected turn after Dongha moves in and charms each of the vampire boys with his cute and innocent personality.

14 Hell & High Water Combines Action, Sci-Fi Fantasy, & Romance

28 Chapters (Completed)

Hell & High Water is a sci-fi detective series that's equal parts action and romance. The story follows Dexter J. Daley, a homicide detective who finds himself essentially blacklisted by the force after a controversial testimony puts his partner away. He's then transferred over to work as a Defense Agent for THIRDS, a special defense squadron led by his adoptive father.

In his new role, Dex meets his new partner Sloane Brodie, and as the two work together on a new big case, things slowly start to heat up between them. Hell & High Water is an exciting and unique title within the BL genre. Fans love it for its action-packed story, complex cast, and fascinating sci-fi setting.

13 Fate Makes No Mistakes Features Two Unlikely Lovers Brought Together By Fate

110+ Chapters (Ongoing)

Fate Makes No Mistakes is a supernatural BL romance manhwa that combines its love story with elements of mythology. The series begins as protagonist Eunjae struggles to sleep due to recurring dreams where he encounters a strange, otherwordly being. These dreams lead to a shocking encounter with a goblin named San.

Now with San by his side, Eunjae's life takes an unexpected turn that ties them together forever. With a complex story that gets surprisingly deep at times, this manhwa series isn't afraid to cover some heavier subjects. Fate Makes No Mistakes has a likable cast and a unique art style that sets it apart from other series.

12 H&H Roman Company Explores Relationships Between Angels & Devils

52 Chapters (Completed)

H&H Roman Company is a unique fantasy series that explores the concepts of Heaven and Hell. After human civilization reaches its peak, the world sees less need for God and his angels, leaving many heavenly beings without a job. To combat this, God creates the H&H Roman Company, which employs those from Heaven and Hell alike.

H&H Roman Company is a lighthearted comedy centered around the adventures of Ginger and Rum, two employees who grew up as childhood friends. Together, they explore new facets of their relationship as their friendship slowly becomes something more.

11 Dangeum & Jigyo Is A Heartfelt Story Of Forbidden Love

37+ Chapters (Ongoing)

Dangeum and Jigyo is an ongoing fantasy BL manhwa following the forbidden romance between the crown prince and his bodyguard. The story begins as the exiled prince Jigyo flees the palace with his loyal guard, Dangeum. Together, they hide away in a quiet village and create a peaceful new life together.

The more time Jigyo and Dangeum spend together, the closer the two seem to become. However, their happy life together is disrupted by threats of conspiracy and the darkness of Dangeum's past. Dangeum and Jigyo is a beautiful tale of blossoming love and the hardships that come with it.

10 King's Maker Is A Thrilling Tale Of Love & Revenge

38 Chapters (Completed)

King's Maker is a fantasy romance manhwa by the creators Haga and Ji-young Kang. Wolfgang Goldenleonard is the fourth Prince of the Kingdom who returns to the palace after living in hiding for many years. He wants nothing to do with royal life until he meets Shin Soohyuk, who is a catamite of the current King.

As the two grow closer, Shin Soohyuk believes he might have found the person to start a rebellion against the current King. Even though King's Maker contains graphic scenes and is not for the faint of heart, it's intriguing, surprising, and well-developed. A perfect balance of romance, revenge, and political struggle, the series is as thrilling as it is swoon-worthy.

9 ENNEAD Combines BL Romance With Ancient Egyptian Mythos

73+ Chapters (Ongoing)

ENNEAD, by the author and artist known as Mojito, is a historical fantasy drama that revolves around Gods and Egyptian Mythology. Seth, the God of War, is a tyrannical ruler who plunged Egypt into a state of chaos and despair.

Horus, who is the son of the God Isis, abhors what Seth has done and challenges him for his right to rule over Egypt, even though Horus isn't yet a God himself. What they don't expect, however, is the tendrils of desire that form between them. A unique addition to the BL genre, ENNEAD is a historical romance like no other.

8 Go Jin & Gam-Rae Is A Bittersweet Romance With A Supernatural Twist

43 Chapters (Completed)

Go Jin and Gam-rae is a supernatural fantasy manhwa by the author and artist PingPu. Go Jin and his musical troupe find themselves in a new village, ready to perform. However, after their first performance, they discover that their instruments have been destroyed.

While trying to find the culprit, Go Jin's search leads to the Taoist master of the village Gam-rae. However, as Go Jin grows closer to the mysterious young man, he finds there's much more to him than meets the eye. A supernatural romance full of drama and suspense, Go Jin and Gam-rae is a bittersweet story with beautiful art that's well worth reading.

7 Tale Of The Yellow Dragon Is An Emotional & Heartbreaking Romantic Drama

70 Chapters (Completed)

Tale of the Yellow Dragon is an action and drama manhwa from the author and artist of Brothers Without a Tomorrow. In this story, Dojin's ordinary life on Earth is cut short after he's killed in a sudden traffic accident. However, instead of dying, Dojin wakes up in the Kingdom of Yooguk, where he has become the emperor.

After his accident, he was summoned by the cold and mysterious Yellow Dragon, who called him to their kingdom in order to use his life force to protect the land. Now forced into this strange role, Dojin must navigate his new world, protect his people, and try not to fall for Yellow Dragon in the process. Dramatic, heartstopping, and bittersweet, Tale of the Yellow Dragon is perfect for fans who love a sad romance.

6 DEAR. DOOR Is A Dark Romance Full Of Supernatural Thrills

163 Chapters (Completed)

DEAR. DOOR is a fantasy drama manhwa from the author and artist Pluto. In this dark manhwa, a young police officer Kyungjoon is reeling from the death of his girlfriend and wants to just stay in his apartment and live his life in solitude. However, a case leads him down a path into the world of the supernatural, where he meets the demon king Lord Cain.

To survive, Cain needs to access a mana door inside the police officer, but he's not sure how he's going to do that. While he figures this out, the two grow closer than they ever expected. This manhwa does contain dark and explicit themes, but it's a unique read for mature audiences.

5 Biting The Tiger Is The Perfect Series For Fans Of Fluff

60 Chapters (Completed)

Biting The Tiger is a fantasy drama manhwa from the author and artist Mindal Park. This story follows the main character Yunho, who is a singer in a rock band with a dark and depressing past. The one shining light that was always able to help him rise from the darkness was Kyung-hoon.

However, Kyung-hoon has fallen in love with someone else, leaving Yunho all alone. That is until he accidentally bumps into Hanwool, a mythical tiger who instantly becomes drawn to Yunho due to his sweet scent. This wholesome series follows Yunho and Hanwool's adventures together as they grow closer and slowly fall in love. For those looking for a feel-good love story with little to no angst, Biting The Tiger is a must-read.

4 A Guy Like You Is A Rare Psychological Romance Within The BL Genre

85 Chapters (Completed)

A Guy Like You is a fantasy and drama romance from the author and artist WAJE. This manhwa follows the story of Go Siwon, who constantly dreams about a clever and beautiful man named Kang Jinha. Unfortunately for Siwon, Jinha keeps referring to an incident that happened between the two of them, but he doesn't remember it.

As time moves forward, Siwon slowly remembers the incident, but he's not sure if their relationship can survive what he discovers. Even though this manhwa does contain dark and mature themes, it's an interesting and mysterious read that fans of psychological romance are sure to enjoy.

3 The Big Apple Is A Short & Sweet Romantic Thriller

30 Chapters (Completed)

The Big Apple, from creators Hodot and Harusari, is a fantasy and action manhwa that revolves around Joachim Hjerpe. Joachim is the only sniper for a secret intelligence agency with members who have special abilities. He knows that leaving his job could mean his death, and his only solace is in the loving arms of Juergen Eisler.

When his two worlds collide, and his lover is put at risk, Joachim decides to leave Juergen to protect him. However, his lover isn't going to let him go without a fight. A dramatic series full of action and suspense, The Big Apple is far from the typical rom-com. Fans looking for a thrilling new BL series will be more than pleased with this intense manhwa.

2 Specters: Karma Follows An Unexpected Romance Between Total Opposites

60 Chapters (Completed)

Specters: Karma, from the creators Maxi and Musaek, is a drama and action manhwa that contains a very popular romance trope — opposites attract. This manhwa follows the story of Xian Yu, a special agent whose sole purpose in life is to mete out justice.

Unfortunately for this justice-seeking agent, Xian Yu is paired with the worst type of partner — a criminal. The two must find a way to get over their problems and work together. But they find themselves slowly falling for each other even though they are nothing alike.

1 The Chart Of Priest Features A Romance Between A Young Priest & A Cursed Hero

130 Chapters (Completed)

The Chart of Priest is a dramatic comedy manhwa by the author and artist Gob. Cliff, who happens to be a hero, defeats the demon king, but his life isn't sunshine and rainbows afterward. In his last moments, the demon king places a curse on Cliff that attacks both his mind and body.

Over the years, many people have tried to remove the curse, but no one has been able to succeed. A young priest by the name of Edward Granche comes across a weary and aged Cliff and decides he will do everything in his power to save the hero. As the two search for a cure, Edward and Cliff slowly find themselves falling in love, only making the stakes higher than ever. An underrated gem of the BL genre, The Chart of Priest is a gripping and emotional story with a well-written cast and a lovable main couple fans can't help but root for.