Ms. Iconic Reader’s Top 10 Shounen Ai Webtoons of 2025 – A BL Fan’s Ultimate Picks

Hey all,

This isn’t your typical list filled with OVERUSED TROPES. Nope. These are the webtoons that made me giggle, swoon, and aggressively refresh for updates like my life depended on it. The kind that makes you reread them over and over because they’re that good. 💕

Based on research from various sources, here’s my take on I’ve carefully hand-picked each one in this list—from the art that’s an instant feast for the eyes to the exciting plots that hit right in the heart and mind. Whether it’s romance, action, supernatural, or just pure serotonin wrapped in stunning visuals, these webtoons or manhwas (Korean) are everything.

Ready to ruin your sleep schedule with zero regrets? Let’s dive in.✨
If you’re a fan of these amazing Korean webtoons, you’ll definitely want to explore my curated list of shounen ai manhua from China! These picks are just as exciting and full of romance! 

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📸 Note: Cover images for each title will be added once I receive proper permission from the publisher or creator. I’m committed to giving full credit and supporting the original artists 💖

💌 Thank you so much to every reader who understands and continues to support Ms. Iconic Reader’s Ultimate Picks. Your kindness and patience mean the world to me. ✨

Ms. Iconic Reader’s 

TOP HANDPICKED WEBTOON/MANHUA!

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Possessed by a Cotton Ball 

📚 GENRES: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance

📝 DESCRIPTION

I didn’t wake up in a palace. I didn’t wake up with superpowers.

Nope—I woke up as a fluffy cotton doll.
And not just any doll… the one destined to be handed over to the unhinged male lead of a BL novel. The one who’s possessive, obsessive, and definitely not someone who should find out his cute plushie is secretly alive.
So now I have one job: stay still. Stay quiet. Be a doll.
That goes well… until this moment: “Levi, the doll you gave me seems to be moving.” “What are you talking about?” Yul endured the gaze of the Grand Duke, who was staring at him. “Hmm. Yes, it must be my imagination.” The Grand Duke then turned around and said flatly. “Levi.” “Yes.” “Burn that.” “What?! Nooo!!!!!!!!!” And just like that, I screamed.
And just like that... I’m screwed.

💭MY REVIEW 
"This is such a cute, fluffy uke! I wanna hug and kidnap him.>< The way he moves in that doll body, OMG, I just wanna bite the life out of him, ugh! The male lead is so handsome. I thought he really is crazy upon seeing the summary, but when I read it, he's just a "little" red hehehhe just locking his house door and windows with chains and bars <3 And I just love how the MC took this obsession as something normal. HAHHAHHA"

 

 ━━━━ ⬤ 2 ⬤ ━━━━

To Deny the route

📚GENRES: Webtoon, Fantasy, Full Color, Game, Isekai, Romance, Shounen ai

📝 DESCRIPTION

Jerry Route didn’t expect much from his virtual life—especially with stats so low they make him pass out—but things take a turn for the adorably chaotic. With three overly affectionate brothers competing for his love and not one but two dreamy princes entering the scene, Jerry’s peaceful existence is over before it even starts. From the gentle warmth of Crown Prince Karyan to the mysterious charm of Prince Ilya, Jerry’s heart is in for a flurry of sweet surprises, laugh-out-loud moments, and plenty of blushing detours along the way.

💭MY REVIEW 
"I AM HOOKED ON HOW FUNNY THIS WAS! It's like the world the MC transmigrates into is just so against him. His stats were so low that he kept fainting. It's like a princess damsel in Distress, but the MC is quite a fighter, trying hard to become strong, which literally fails. 😂."

 ━━━━ ⬤ 3 ⬤ ━━━━

Whose baby is it?

📚GENRES: Manhua, Webtoon, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Shounen ai

📝 DESCRIPTION

After a mix-up at a fertility clinic overseas, two men find themselves locked in a custody battle over 4-year-old Rourou—a mysterious child with prophetic dreams and the ability to see what others cannot. Rising actor Yi Yun has cared for Rourou since birth and loves him deeply, while the other man presents undeniable DNA results and shares a rare birthmark with the boy. Both are convinced they’re the rightful father, and neither is willing to let go. But perhaps the answer isn’t in choosing just one parent. What if, instead of fighting, they both embraced the idea of raising Rourou together?

💭MY REVIEW 

“Whose Baby Is It?” caught me completely off guard in the best way possible. What I love most is how the story doesn’t villainize either man. So unique! The pacing is just right, and the art is expressive (Rourou’s pouty faces are everything). All in all, this is absolutely adorable! If you're looking for something wholesome, this is DEFINITELY ONE OF THE TOP LIST! I am really into wholesome and lighthearted manhwa or manhua that has a child in it; it's my craving!"

 ━━━━ ⬤ 4 ⬤ ━━━━

The S-Classes That I Raised

📚GENRES: Webtoon, Shounen Ai, Action, Comedy, Dungeons, Fantasy

📝 DESCRIPTION

This supernatural fantasy adventure is set in a realistically portrayed urban world. The story follows Han Yoojin, an F-ranker who lives in the shadow of his younger brother, an S-ranker. Yoojin often feels like a burden, unintentionally causing trouble wherever he goes. When a routine dungeon raid goes terribly wrong, resulting in his brother's death, Yoojin makes a wish to travel back in time. His goal is to prevent his brother's death and become the perfect protector for his extraordinary sibling.

💭MY REVIEW 

"I've been following The S-Classes That I Raised for a while now, and I can honestly say that it’s one of those webtoons that keeps me on the edge of my seat. The mix of supernatural elements, adventure, and emotional depth really pulls you in. I love how the main character evolves. One of the things I absolutely love about The S-Classes That I Raised is that this webtoon truly expresses where the relationships feel genuine and don’t rely on tired and overused tropes. The love interest and the development with the male lead are honestly what keep me on edge. And let’s talk about Yoojin – he’s like this tiny shrimp in a world of massive S-rank whales, but the funniest part is that they actually need him. It’s such a hilarious dynamic that you can’t help but love."

 ━━━━ ⬤ 5 ⬤ ━━━━

Necromancer Survival

📚GENRES: Webtoon, Action, Dungeons, Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Shounen ai

📝 DESCRIPTION

When the timid and insecure Choi Yikyung first discovered he was a user, he truly believed he had struck gold. To him, Necromancy sounded like the perfect blend of cool and fascinating. Little did he know that it was actually considered the weakest class of all!

But things take a wild turn when Yikyung enters the newly reopened Tower of Spirits, hoping to gather enhancement materials. Instead, he gets pulled into a mysterious section of the dungeon, right into the presence of a terrifying corpse. Ding! A quest window appears, declaring: “You have made a pact with Seo Dawon, a vengeful spirit.”

Turns out, having a companion (or two) isn’t such a bad thing when tackling dangerous quests, especially when one of them is an incredibly powerful and ridiculously handsome spirit. After all, “it’s dangerous to go alone”!

💭MY REVIEW 

"I have to say, guys, this webtoon is packed with action and great characters that will totally hook you from the very first chapter! As for the plot, it revolves around the main characters, Choi Yikyung and Seo Dawon, the leader of spirits who is out for vengeance against the one who killed him. But I’ll warn you, the BL romance side of things develops a bit slowly.

What I really enjoy, though, is the comedy – I can’t get enough of how Dawon and the other spirits tease Yikyung. He gets so adorably annoyed, and it’s honestly one of the highlights of the series. 🥰 And let’s talk about Yikyung’s tiny skeleton sidekick, Lackey – it’s so cute how Lackey is always there to protect him whenever one of the spirits (mostly Dawon) tries to make a move. The relationship between all of them is just so wholesome, and the art is fantastic, too. So, if you’re into action, this webtoon definitely has you covered!

Check it out, guys! Oh, and by the way, it’s kind of hard to ship Yikyung with anyone because he has quite the harem – I didn’t expect it, but it’s hilarious! XDD"

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Regas

📚GENRES: Webtoon, Adventure, Fantasy, Reincarnation, Romance, Shounen ai 

📝 DESCRIPTION

In this kingdom, the power of dragons runs through the veins of the royal family, passed down from one generation to the next. To manage this immense power, they rely on a select group of specialists known as the "Regas" — skilled dragon tamers. The current prince, however, carries the mark of an extraordinarily powerful dragon, making him feared and shunned by those around him. Despite the prince's fierce and volatile nature, a traditionally trained Regas named Abel steps forward. With patience and understanding, he begins to guide the young prince, slowly introducing him to the world beyond his isolation.

💭MY REVIEW 

"It's my favorite of all time! When I first read it, I thought I wouldn’t like the Regas because he looked so muscular (you see, I’m not into muscular bottoms 🙏🏻), and he didn’t look anything like the one on the cover. But I never expected that to actually be part of the twist! The muscular Regas reincarnates into the cute one shown on the manhwa cover.

Honestly, everything is just perfect — the art, the storyline, and the character development >< I LOVE THIS SO MUCH that I keep re-reading it. You definitely won’t regret giving this a try!"

 ━━━━ ⬤ 7 ⬤ ━━━━

Contract Between a Specter and a Servant

📚Genres: Webtoon, Fantasy, Full Color, Magic, Shounen ai, Supernatural

📝 DESCRIPTION

Masamichi failed the university entrance exam for the second time, lost his part-time job at an izakaya pub, and was hit by a truck. He thought he was the most unlucky person in the world...and that he would die. But the next moment, a mysterious man was standing in front of him. "Be my servant. Work for me, be my prey. If you accept, you'll live. If not, you'll die here." Masamichi didn't have a choice but to say yes, although he never knew what life as a servant would be like

💭MY REVIEW 

"This webtoon has no business being this good 😭 The dynamic between the specter and the servant is a chef's kiss—the tension, the mystery, the slow-burn development... I'm hooked. Every chapter leaves me wanting more. Also, can we talk about the art? Absolutely haunting in the best way. I NEED next week's update like air"

 ━━━━ ⬤ 8 ⬤ ━━━━

The Hunter Wants to Live Quietly

📚Genres: Manhwa, Action, Fantasy, Romance, Shounen ai, Time Travel

📝 DESCRIPTION

Hunter Cha Eui-jae was sent to seal a rift hovering over the West Sea—but the moment he closed it, he was violently expelled and lost consciousness. When he finally came to, he found himself lying in a garbage dump, dazed, disoriented… and starving.

Instinct led him to a nearby hangover soup restaurant, drawn in like a zombie to fresh blood. But nothing could prepare him for the truth—he’d somehow landed in South Korea, eight years into the future.

Now, rift alerts are scheduled like weather forecasts, ASMR videos of dungeon slimes are trending online, and hunters livestream unboxings of A-rank weapons for clout. The once-chaotic world he knew had settled into an oddly peaceful (and slightly ridiculous) normalcy. With nothing tying him to the past, Eui-jae decides: why not hang up the sword and start over… as a part-timer in a humble hangover soup joint?

His retirement plan is simple: work quietly, avoid drama, serve soup.

But that peace is shattered when a strange figure in a gas mask shows up, staring at him a little too closely.

“That’s weird.” “…?” “Haven’t we met before?”

So much for a quiet life.

💭MY REVIEW 

"Why do all the characters in this 'quiet life' story have zero chill?! 😂 My guy just wants peace, but the drama keeps knocking like it pays rent. I love the mix of dry humor, badass moments, and those little hints of backstory—it's so well-paced! Also, the art style? Clean and expressive. Can’t wait to see how long he can actually live quietly (my bet: not long 😆)"

 ━━━━ ⬤ 9 ⬤ ━━━━

Top Star Sent by God

📚Genres: Manhwa, Action, Showbiz, Supernatural, Shounen Ai

📝 DESCRIPTION

Kang Yeon-woo, born with innate spiritual powers, was always meant to choose between a life as a shaman or an entertainer. After surviving a deadly encounter, he discovers he has the unique ability to extend his lifespan by resolving the grudges of others. His life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with the top star, Kwon Sung-hyun, while fulfilling a mysterious request…

💭MY REVIEW 

"Every chapter feels like a blessing 😂✨ I didn’t expect to get this emotionally invested in a top star with divine backing, but here I am, fully obsessed. The comedy hits, the drama keeps me guessing, and the main character? ICONIC. I swear, if this man isn’t protected at all costs, I’m rioting 😤🙏 Can’t wait to see how his heavenly glow-up continues!"

 ━━━━ ⬤ 10 ⬤ ━━━━

Just Friends Webtoon 

📚Genres:Webtoon, Comedy, Romance, School Life, Slice of Life

📝 DESCRIPTION

Aaron and Bagas have been inseparable friends, but now, whispers are spreading, and everyone seems to be questioning them. Will their bond survive the growing suspicion?

💭MY REVIEW 

"JUST friends?? Be so serious right now 😭 The tension, the soft glances, the emotional damage of hilariousness with every panel—I’m not surviving this one. Their chemistry is off the charts, and the slow burn is killing me in the best way. If they don’t confess soon, I might have to do it for them 😤💕 This webtoon owns my heart and sleep schedule."

 

📸 Note: Cover images for each title will be added once I receive proper permission from the publisher or creator. I’m committed to giving full credit and supporting the original artists 💖

💌 Thank you so much to every reader who understands and continues to support Ms. Iconic Reader’s Ultimate Picks. Your kindness and patience mean the world to me. ✨

👉Enjoyed my list of the best Korean webtoons? Now, get ready for a deep dive into some of the best shounen ai manhwa that will keep you glued to the pages! Head over to my other Ultimate bucket List recommendations now! 

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-Ms. Iconic Reader