Synopsis

Nanotechnology meets martial arts at the Mashin Academy. Yeo-un’s mother may not be one of the High Priest’s six official wives, but his father’s blood still qualifies him for a chance at the position of Minor Priest. Will a mysterious nanomachine injection from a future descendent help Yeo-un in this fierce competition against his powerful half-siblings?

Background

Nano Machine has been published digitally in English, French, Indonesian, and Thai by Webtoon Entertainment.

Reviews

1. One of the best murim manhwa I’ve had the pleasure of reading alongside Return of the Blossoming Blade and The Legend of the Northern Blade.

   Story: 8/10
   The story your classic murim manhwa plot. As the mc progresses, he meets stronger enemies and gets stronger. The incorporation of SciFi in the murim genre is something unique to this manhwa. The lore is good enough as well. The politics are interesting, but nothing is more enjoyable than watching our mc get better as time moves on.

   Art: 9/10
   Absolutely outstanding. The action paneling is amazing, and the colors and shades used bring out the action as well. The only thing I would criticize is some character designs, but that is a minor issue since the main characters are designed satisfactorily.

   Character: 10/10
   The antagonists are very typically written but this manhwa is like junk food, so I don’t really mind them. The MC is someone that the audience enjoys watching and reading.
   His personality is neither too likable nor too undesirable, there exists a good balance.

   Enjoyment: 10/10
   I read through 106 chapters in a single sitting, that’s how engrossed I was in the story. The story has many flaws that can be picked out but it is very enjoyable and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to read an action manga/manhwa.

   Reviewer’s Rating: 10

2. If you like murim stories with a likeable and pragmatic protagonist, this is the manhwa for you!

   Story 8:
   The story isn’t anything too unique, but it takes well established concepts of revenge, growth and unique powers and weaves a fairly well rounded story. In regards to the unique power, “the nano machine”, is quite over powered, but is balanced by retaining a requirement of continued human engagement, such as the MC’s ethic and personality to drive the growth.

   Art: 9
   Have a look for your self… It’s pre damn good, relatively different to its competitors and gaining quite a large edge through its extremely polished look.

   Character: 8
   Characters are believable but the story is mostly driven by the gruesome, satisfying ride that defines revenge stories. HOWEVER, the protagonist is pragmatic and smart which I personally desire in characters

   Enjoyment: 9
   I find myself tuning in to this series every week and as stated above is quite satisfying.

   Overall: 9
   Holistically, this manhwa is quite a sick read and the only thing to note is that certain scenes may be a bit gory… But, I’d still slap a fat 9 and “recommendation” on this story!

   Reviewer’s Rating: 9

3. First of all, it had been a while since I read an action work that really captivated me.

   The characters are interesting, they are not just randomly thrown into the work to fill the cast, they are there to build the story together with the protagonist. And the character designs are beautiful, they are really attractive and aesthetic, the fights are intense and the bright colors make you feel the pressure in the form of each character’s power. You follow every move precisely.
   I would say that it is a work that goes beyond what it sets out to do; being a story about revenge and ascension, the script knew how to be patient, stop and rest when needed; taking advantage of the nuances. The protagonist is not thrown into the plot, his only characteristic being overpower, he is, first of all, emotionally intelligent, it is worth mentioning; not only learns, but visibly grows from its own mistakes, and the way the script cleverly surrounds it, exposes itself to is own immaturity, takes you by surprise. When everything seems set for him to lose control, he is angry, but not a fool. What’s the use of having a second chance and becoming strong but… being an idiot?

   The story grips you because you’re not just watching a super strong guy get his revenge, you’re watching a smart guy, smartly and patiently building something, rising steadily, evenly, bonds with people he trusts, amidst the world really oppressive exterior.

   Reviewer’s Rating: 9