Another world

So obviously, this got an anime. The show has that fantastic starting from the bottom vibe. I will admit, the LN has 300+ chapters ahead and it loses sight of that in the middle but picks up again. HOWEVER, despite a few iffy story arcs, there are so many that will knock your socks off. Especially the newest side stories, they may be my favorite arcs yet!!

Start with this and then find the LN, you will be glad you did (And tbh both the manga and novel are way better than the anime!!!)

Isekai! (transmigration)

Fabulous romance! (Match made in...hell?)

Character development!

Just the right amount of EVIL!

If you love a romance between badasses while they bring the world to its knees, then this is your story. Not to mention ironic shoujo-like romantic scenes drenched in blood. One of the best, longest, and most complete on this list. It is now complete!

Amazing! Isekai with character development up the wazoo! Not to mention that it is terribly funny

OP MC, though just about all characters are tbh

*warning* major drama ahead, BUT IT IS TOTALLY WORTH IT. This little girl has had a rough life but seeing her fight for a better future makes the heart happy. If you want to cheer on a precious protagonist and feel satisfied as she crushes her enemies then this is the story for you. It isn't anywhere near done, but it is getting good.

A straight up isekai, a fabulous read, and a bit more complex than it seems. The author is clearly dedicated to making this as accurate as possible and it shows.

Well earned happiness with a lot of suffering along the way. Doesn't shy away from the grit involved in a politically turbulent country. Solid romance as well.

And I just want to add, the way the author sets up the story in the beginning and how they add in little lighthearted moments, just make this a masterpiece.

This is now complete, the ending feels a tad rushed, but it is satisfying nonetheless!

Reincarnated into younger self

Neat twist. The villainess doesn't just get replaced by a transmigrated person, she lives a modern life before reincarnating in to her younger self. Major redemption vibe. Also a bit of alternative history in there with a hint of magic! (History buffs will love all the little details hinting at real events!!)

Reincarnated into younger self

Massive roller coaster of emotions, the character development for every character is solid

I'm not entirely sure why, but the story draws you in and despite it being dark at times, you can't help but hope for the best.

The only reason this is not #1 is because the manga is barely started. I read the first chapters here and then went looking for the novel. The novel is one of the best out there. It falls into the reincarnation to younger self category but it goes way beyond that. The romance is stunning, the sex scenes are vivid (but good), the drama is appropriate and it doesn't torture the reader with too much suspense. I look forward to the manga, but it has a lot to live up to.

READ THIS, IT WILL MAKE YOUR MF DAY