by Hanbit Nuri (한빛누리), Hong Chang Ju (홍창주)•Art by Mul Jang Gu (물장구)
The Archmage Transcending Through Regression is an action fantasy manhwa following Mikhail Walpurgis's quest to save humanity from impending annihilation. When the self-righteous hero falls before the terrifying Demon God, 9th-circle Archmage Mikhail activates forbidden time-reversal magic to regress twenty years into his youth. Armed with future memories, supreme arcane mastery, and unwavering resolve, he refuses to entrust the world's fate to unworthy saviors again. Follow his relentless ascent in this thrilling regression fantasy.
by Hanbit Nuri (한빛누리), Hong Chang Ju (홍창주)•Art by Mul Jang Gu (물장구)
The Archmage Transcending Through Regression is an action fantasy manhwa following Mikhail Walpurgis's quest to save humanity from impending annihilation. When the self-righteous hero falls before the terrifying Demon God, 9th-circle Archmage Mikhail activates forbidden time-reversal magic to regress twenty years into his youth. Armed with future memories, supreme arcane mastery, and unwavering resolve, he refuses to entrust the world's fate to unworthy saviors again. Follow his relentless ascent in this thrilling regression fantasy.
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The world of The Archmage Transcending Through Regression is a high-fantasy realm where martial prowess, ancient divine relics, and multi-circle arcane arts collide against an existential demonic apocalypse led by the Demon God and his archdemons.
s Arcane Magic & Circle Ranks: Mages harness mana by establishing circles around their hearts, ranging from novice circles up to the legendary 9th Circle. Mikhail Walpurgis utilizes techniques like the Free Circulation Method to rapidly advance through ranks and crafts multi-elemental mana orbs. Aura & Martial Mastery: Knights cultivate internal energy. Rare training doctrines, such as the legendary Mullier aura training method, allow swordsmen to break through mortal limits and attain swordmaster status. Divine & Druidic Energies: Divine power is wielded by priests, saints, and Apostles who serve deities like Hekau. Rare individuals can harmonize divine energy with arcane mana or tap into nature-based druidic authorities, wielding ancient powers like Dragon Speech and the Authority of Annihilation. Demonic Corruptions & Taboos: Demonic forces corrupt the land through dark chimeras, soul-binding poisons, and demonic authorities (such as Gluttony). High-ranking archdemons command legions and possess terrible regenerative abilities or specialized weaponry.
& Realms The Imperial Noble Houses: Led by prominent families like House Walpurgis and the corrupt House Kelibos, controlling vast territories, private armies, and underworld dark guilds. The Holy Nation: A deeply religious realm centered around divine trials, sanctuaries, and the appointment of the continental Hero. Beneath its holy exterior lies deep ecclesiastical corruption exploited by demon commanders. The Elven Realm & Dark Forest: Home to Yggdrasil, the sacred World Tree, and the dark elves led by ancient progenitors like Aither. Garam (The Beastman Realm): A lawless, battle-driven domain governed by strong tribal leaders like the Beast King Muhyul, where combat taboos and blood matches determine rule.
A regressed 9th-circle archmage who survived the apocalyptic downfall of his world in his past life. Driven by an unyielding resolve to prevent the Demon God's invasion, Mikhail relies on precise strategic foresight, ruthless efficiency, and political manipulation to gather power and build an unstoppable vanguard. Powers: Master of 9th-Circle Arcane Magic, Free Circulation Method, Multi-Elemental Mana Orbs, Combined Divine and Druidic Energies, Authority of Annihilation, Dragon Speech, and ownership of the ancient grimoire Lemegeton and divine relic Labyrinth.
Chapter 1A mysterious young prophet afflicted with overwhelming visions of the world's ruin. Feared and misunderstood by others, she allies with Mikhail after he acknowledges her foresight and treats her with absolute faith, becoming a strategic pillar in anticipating demonic incursions. Powers: Prophetic Foresight, Absolute Vision of Demonic Plots.
Chapter 27A talented young swordsman discovered by Mikhail. Humble yet possessive of immense martial potential, Leon undergoes rigorous training under Mikhail's tutelage to become one of the premier vanguards against the demonic forces. Powers: Mullier Aura Training Method, High-Level Swordmaster Techniques, Dual-Element Aura Blades.
Chapter 19A prodigal candidate of the Golden Lion Knights who held the revered title of Hero in Mikhail's original timeline. Honest and earnest to a fault, his naive blindness to church corruption causes him to be outmaneuvered by Mikhail during the Hero selection trials. Powers: Golden Lion Aura Arts, Holy Sword Techniques.
Chapter 46A high-ranking prelate in the Holy Nation secretly possessed by and aligned with demonic commanders. He manipulates holy rites and the Hero selection process to weaken the continent's defenses from within. Powers: Corrupted Divine Magic, Possession Techniques, Puppet Control.
Chapter 46The second son of Marquis Kelibos. In the original timeline, he was driven mad by his family's dark experiments and turned into a blood-thirsty monster. Intervened by Mikhail, Mairon is saved from his tragic destiny and becomes a strategic spy inside his corrupt house. Powers: Underworld Espionage, Internal House Intelligence.
Chapter 89A high-ranking religious figure of the Holy Nation who initially embarks on an independent investigation into sanctuary corruptions. She forms a tight-knit partnership with Mikhail, evolving into a pragmatic and unwavering holy vanguard. Powers: High Holy Miracles, Purification Authorities, Sacred Barrier Creation.
Chapter 155The fierce Apostle of Storms who wields overwhelming physical power and thunderous elemental strikes. She joins Mikhail's strike team, acting as a powerful frontline combatant capable of cornering top-tier archdemons. Powers: Divine Storm Manipulation, Lightning Aura, Superhuman Physicality.
Chapter 102The ancient progenitor of the dark elves who was burdened for centuries by her clan's tragedy and madness. Mikhail aids her in lifting her forest's curse and uncovering the truth behind her sister Hemera's ancient betrayal. Powers: Ancient Dark Elf Magic, Archery, Forest Manipulation.
Chapter 135The ruthless head of House Kelibos who engages in illegal chimera experiments, dark underworld trafficking, and direct alliances with demonic commanders to expand his family's dominion. Powers: Chimera Creation, Dark Arcane Magic, Political Leverage.
Chapter 89A prideful Archdemon who commands the Ninth Legion of the demonic army. He wields seven magical swords and targets the World Tree Yggdrasil to destroy the world's mana foundation. Powers: Seven Magical Demon Swords, Archdemon Mana Capacity, Legion Command.
Chapter 173The powerful and honorable ruler of the beastman realm of Garam. Guided by Mikhail's detailed historical memory, Muhyul learns vital counter-tactics to overcome the traitorous Blood Lion Arioch and secure his throne. Powers: Beastman Sovereign Physicality, Beast Aura Arts.
Chapter 200An ancient Apostle of the Demon God possessing vast hoarded knowledge who guarded the secrets of the Hill of Books. After subjecting Mikhail to psychological trials, he is outmaneuvered and forced under strict moral oaths to serve as Administrator of the Round Table. Powers: Omniscient Memory, Psychological & Mind Manipulation, Ancient Divine Knowledge.
Chapter 207An unstable homunculus sage created through forbidden demon-human hybrid experiments. Containing volatile artificial divine energy, she is rescued from explosive self-destruction when Mikhail absorbs her overloaded 'Gluttony' energy. Powers: Artificial Divine Energy Manipulation, Vast Ancient Knowledge Synthesis.
Chapter 207A fierce and dishonorable warrior of Garam who attempts to usurp the Beast King by violating ancient combat taboos and abusing dark regenerative powers. Powers: Blood Lion Transformation, Rapid Demonic Regeneration, Taboo Martial Arts.
Chapter 200Ch. 1 - 18
Upon regressing twenty years into his youth, Mikhail must rapidly break free from dead-end political engagements and purge internal family dissent within House Walpurgis. Mikhail executes the Free Circulation Method to rapidly advance his mana circles. He confronts and defeats Viscount Nostra in a high-stakes duel, solidifying his authority over the house and subduing neighboring hostile noble factions.
Ch. 19 - 26
Mikhail sets out to acquire key divine artifacts and recruit martial talent before historical tragedies unfold. Mikhail raids the living dungeon known as Asir's Grave alongside the young swordsman Leon Parslope. They claim the holy item Sett's Storm. Mikhail teaches Leon the legendary Mullier aura method, elevating him to swordmaster status, and constructs a multi-elemental mana orb.
Ch. 27 - 45
The demonic entity Beelzebub and the Eye of the Demon God target the sacred World Tree Yggdrasil. In the Imperial Capital, Mikhail rescues the prophet Cassandra and slays the hidden demon general Beelzebub. He travels to the elven forest, refines the Mistletoe artifact, defeats the Eye of the Demon God, and purifies Yggdrasil from corruption.
Ch. 46 - 72
Demonic commanders led by Archbishop Kilean attempt to rig the Holy Nation's selection trial to place a puppet Hero on the throne. Mikhail shocks the religious hierarchy by harmonizing arcane mana with divine energy, receiving the blessing mark of the deity Hekau. He uncovers the corruption in the First Warrior's tomb, exposes Archbishop Kilean's heresy, defeats rival candidate Siegfried, and claims the official title of continental Hero.
Ch. 73 - 88
A cursed territory governed by the corrupted vampire Count Draculion poses an immediate threat to the empire's southern borders. Mikhail cures his loyal butler using advanced time-reversal magic. He invades Draculion's cursed lands, slays the corrupted vampire lord, and claims divine secrets from the tomb. Mikhail leverages this victory to negotiate with the Emperor, establishing an autonomous Holy Territory dedicated to training elite demon hunters.
Ch. 89 - 101
House Kelibos operates a massive underworld trafficking ring and dark chimera laboratory beneath the capital. Developing unique druidic capabilities, Mikhail infiltrates the capital underworld and secures dark elf mercenary aid. He makes contact with Mairon Kelibos, using internal secrets to turn him against Marquis Milayn Kelibos, dismantling the trafficking network and destabilizing corrupt capital nobles.
Ch. 102 - 119
The divine trial system in the labyrinth city of Gutten is infiltrated by Great Demon Asmodeus. Mikhail leads his party through the Labyrinth of Gutten. He confronts Great Demon Asmodeus in a battle of spatial and mental wits, defeating the demon lord to claim the divine artifact Labyrinth.
Ch. 120 - 134
Archdemon Enoch infects the frontier's premier mercenary organization with a demonic soul-binding poison. Mikhail conducts a tactical infiltration of the Condor Mercenary Corps. Combining deceptive illusions and targeted dispels, he cures the infected mercenaries, executes Archdemon Enoch, and secures the loyalty of the frontier force.
Ch. 135 - 154
An ancient curse grips the Dark Forest, caused by the impostor Hemera who betrayed the dark elf progenitor Aither. Mikhail returns to his ancestral archives to form a contract with the sentient grimoire Lemegeton. Entering the Dark Forest, he uncovers Hemera's betrayal, slays the impostor, and restores Aither's lineage, lifting the multi-century curse.
Ch. 155 - 172
Nightmare Demon Laxia enslaves the mining population of Malien through forced labor and dream manipulation. Mikhail subdues the sanctuary guardian Anubis to obtain the divine relic Mirage. Teaming up with Saintess Ariandel, he assaults Malien, dismantles the regional slave network, and destroys Laxia inside the dreamscape.
Ch. 173 - 199
Marquis Kelibos unleashes his chimera army, while Archdemon Belial attacks Yggdrasil with seven magical swords. Mikhail launches an all-out assault against House Kelibos, destroying their chimera labs and executing Marquis Milayn Kelibos. He rushes to defend the World Tree, tricking Archdemon Belial into divine elemental traps and slaying him. Mikhail then completes Apophis's dragon trial.
Ch. 200 - 201
The lawless beastman continent of Garam faces turmoil as the Blood Lion Arioch massacres local clans to usurp power. Mikhail and his party cross into Garam incognito, gathering intelligence on Arioch's political connections and preparing an intervention.
Ch. 202 - 206
Arioch uses forbidden demonic regeneration techniques to challenge Beast King Muhyul for control of Garam. Mikhail trains Muhyul using past-timeline counter-tactics. During the duel, Mikhail steps in to invoke the Authority of Annihilation, severing Arioch's demonic regeneration and allowing Muhyul to execute the traitor.
Ch. 207 - 215
Apostle Thoth uses psychological mind trials and homunculus experiments inside the legendary Hill of Books library. Mikhail's party navigates Thoth's mental traps. When an artificial sage homunculus (Herma) threatens to explode due to overloaded 'Gluttony' divine energy, Mikhail absorbs the volatile energy into his own body to save her. Mikhail subjugates Thoth, forcing him under oath to serve as Administrator of the Round Table and opening the library to the world.
