Manga: The Breaker

[Munsu]

This is a manhwa that I started reading recently. At first it seemed like a GTO type of series for me, which is what primarily attracted me to it... but as it goes on you notice that they are vastly different. Although there's the whole badass teacher in a bad classroom dynamic going on, this is more of a conspiracy, martial arts, spies, kills for hire type of series. Looks like superpowers may be involved, but nothing concrete has been explained yet.

I really like the art, and the fights so far have been well drawn. There's also a bit of comedy here and there which might be of interest to some.

The main character is lame at the moment, it's the usual loser in a quest to get stronger... but the teacher character so far more than makes up for it. Chicks are well drawn too for people that enjoy that.

In all I've been liking it, it's being released by KMTS, and so far they have been releasing fairly frequently. Hopefully they'll keep it up. In all I think this is good enough for some of you to give it a try.


A new HR teacher, Chun-woo is not your ordinary teacher with his wily ambitions. After unexpectedly witnessing his great power, Shin-woo begs him to teach him so he can become stronger. Chun-woo claims he can only teach Shin-woo after he throws his body into a deep river to prove his will. However, Shin-woo didn't know his master was much stronger than he could possibly imagine. He was a killer with mastery of nine martial arts who was hiding himself after a big mission!
http://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=27595
http://www.k-manga.net/index.php?pg=project&id=41

You can download it from #lurk or from #k-manga @ irc.irchighway.net

Don't have some direct downloads with me at the moment, but if needed I can upload them somewhere... just ask. Eleven chapters are out at the moment, and they're about 30 pages long each.


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[Ryllharu]

Chapters 13-16 came out.

Luckily, one of the bigger cliffhangers was in chapter 15 instead of 16.

This series is pretty good. Combat is great so far, art is good, and even though it seems like Shin-woo is more of a side character, this batch is starting to flesh his position in the story a lot more. It reminds me of some of the better parts of Tenjou Tenge, before that got really weird. There's a little bit of GTO only a little, it comes off a lot more like Veritas.

[shinta|hikari]

I just read this and I am seriously in love with this manga. I like both the master and the student as characters, but what I really love is the art. The women in this manga are so hot, especially with the long hair. It reminds me of Sando from Angyo Onshi.

I actually dislike long hair in anime (but I love it in reality), since it is usually done with really Shoujo-like art styles or the hair is simply too big and puffy. Korean artists, though, really manage to make it look absolutely sexy.

I am quite irritated how practically each chapter ends in a cliffhanger. Even the latest chapter cuts off just at the part that I was waiting for since I read chapter one.

I am actually conflicted as to what I want to happen in the next chapter. While I want to see that bully's head bashed in, I don't want some cheap power up to suddenly make the kid strong. It would be best if he got back at them when he is in actual control of his body and skill.

I felt really frustrated (in a good way, since that is probably what the author intended) when Gumunryong was fighting that iron hand guy. Knowing that he could have destroyed that arrogant bastard in less than a minute if he was at full power yet seeing him beat up really pissed me off. Still, the end of the fight was really good, with a nice feint and spin to end the match.

[Ryllharu]

I am actually conflicted as to what I want to happen in the next chapter. While I want to see that bully's head bashed in, I don't want some cheap power up to suddenly make the kid strong. It would be best if he got back at them when he is in actual control of his body and skill.
I liked the spin they put on the shameless powerup though. Shin-woo did get an uber powerup, but his body can't handle it at all. He's very likely to kill himself each time he uses it, as the sexy "nurse" told him.

He can't even clench a fist without profuse bleeding. He'll likely shatter his arm here (killing the other guy in the process).

[shinta|hikari]

I think his fist got dodged and he got hit instead, but your scenario is something I can be satisfied with as well. I hope we get to see Gumunryong in the next chapter. Actually, I am simply hoping that they release the next chapter soon.

[Munsu]

Here I came to bump this thread with the new releases, and got the surprise of a discussion happening.

Ryllharu, you're correct about the Veritas resemblance... it surely has some of it, especially with the conspiracy behind all the martial arts, somewhat like Tenjou Tenge too.

I myself think that he did kick the bully's ass, but just because of he's powered by ki. It doesn't mean that he's good at fighting, and if it wasn't because of the surprise factor he would've probably gotten his ass kicked. So I don't see it as much as a powerup as it would be implied by beating the bully. There's is a powerup indeed, but the result of this (assuming he smashes the bully's face in) will be mainly because of the surprise factor. Otherwise, the kid would've gotten beaten up in my opinion even with the power up. We'll see.

Up to chater 19 is now out, you can get them from #k-manga @ rc.irchighway.net

Will read them tonight.

A group called DDK released 20-22:
http://www.mediafire.com/?sharekey=60b4e1d0f7e8693b19747bd91027d4dddadf99fd 496c19cc

[Munsu]

Well, if you don't know by now KMTS has been disbanded... a recently formed group called A-Team has most of their staff members and are continuing their projects.

You can get up to chapter 22 from them here:
http://www.ipitydafoo.com/?page_id=8
#a-team @ irc.irchighway.net

Any of you still reading this? I'm still enjoying it quite a bit, it's becoming a bit more violent. The latest baddie is cool.

[NeoCybercoin]

The Breaker Onemanga (http://www.onemanga.com/The_Breaker/)

Well it's up to chapter 29 now. And I have to say now it is really getting interesting. He is properly learning how to control his ki and use it in combat. But I fear that he will kill those guys by accident.

[shinta|hikari]

Why fear it? They deserve to get killed, or maybe disabled for life.

I hope the kid properly brutalizes them like he did the pillar, using the new technique that he seemingly mastered through sheer talent.

[NeoCybercoin]

Yeah I want them to get their asses kicked so hard their grandchildren will feel it too but I think the kid will be to traumatized by it.

[Munsu]

He looked quite badass in those last few pages. And thank god he's finally learning some techniques.

[shinta|hikari]

Does this mean that the kid possesses talent for learning martial arts but was too lazy or docile so he never had the chance to develop it?

[Munsu]

Does this mean that the kid possesses talent for learning martial arts but was too lazy or docile so he never had the chance to develop it?
Remember, he had some sort of heart condition earlier so he couldn't overexert himself without risking death (which was how he almost died earlier in the series and got saved by the Ki egg shit).

He was also a wimp though.

[shinta|hikari]

Oh yeah, forgot about that. Makes much more sense now, since talent is not directly related to health. It just so happens that poor health prevents it from manifesting.

[NeoCybercoin]

The Breaker Chap 30 (http://www.onemanga.com/The_Breaker/30/00-cover/)

Well he's still a bit of a wimp but when he really did want to hit the guy he got stopped. Wonder if he'll say that he does know Goomoonryong ( I can never get used to those names.... )

[Munsu]

The Breaker Chap 30 (http://www.onemanga.com/The_Breaker/30/00-cover/)

Well he's still a bit of a wimp but when he really did want to hit the guy he got stopped. Wonder if he'll say that he does know Goomoonryong ( I can never get used to those names.... )
Really the only downside of reading manhwa... shitty names.

I really liked that he didn't kick ass though, it was consistent with his training since he has zero idea of how to fight, but I liked that the power was there and if he had landed one punch he would've killed the dude.

[shinta|hikari]

And that the punch that was blocked by the cocky kid really would have hit and killed the bastard since he got cornered at the wall.

I want to see more of the loli. I wonder if she will feel and show jealousy if and when she meets her love rival.

[Munsu]

31 is out now... cool chapter. Onemanga doesn't have it yet, so get it off IRC.

[shinta|hikari]

Can you possibly upload it in mediafire or something so I can get it? I don't have IRC here at my office.

[Munsu]

Sure.

http://www.sendspace.com/file/3gadpf

[shinta|hikari]

The kid is seriously retarded. Someone mentions a word as random as Goomoonryong and you immediately say I don't know that person? Isn't it common sense (even a reflex) to say "What are you talking about?" when asked a question that you shouldn't answer? He must not read manga or watch TV. It happens all the time in those mediums, even if it ridiculous in real life.

Is his master going to rescue him? I doubt this will end with just a friendly chat.

[Ryllharu]

32-35 are out.

A healthy dose of sweet, loli tsundere goodness. Top-heavy ratio too, just the way I prefer.

...and badass fighting too (even if it was utterly one-sided). He may be an idiot, but he's finally come past some of his weaknesses.

[shinta|hikari]

Is it only available via IRC? I can't use IRC at work, so can you please upload it to mediafire or something? I don't want to trouble you, but I just can't wait for this title, especially with the description you gave for the released chapters.

[Munsu]

Is it only available via IRC? I can't use IRC at work, so can you please upload it to mediafire or something? I don't want to trouble you, but I just can't wait for this title, especially with the description you gave for the released chapters.
http://www.sendspace.com/file/yam5lj
http://www.sendspace.com/file/wribe7
http://www.sendspace.com/file/ea5twj
http://www.sendspace.com/file/v164pv

[shinta|hikari]

Thanks! Will edit or post after reading them.

[Abdula]

If you use online readers then you should try Bleach Exile, Shinta. They have a ton of manga and they usually update long before Onemanga does.

That was great reading though, I'm finally getting excited about this series. I kinda stopped caring about this series after I picked up Veritas but this series is awesome. The only thing that bothers me about this series is that it's kinda cliched, like Shiwoon's fight for example but it hasn't been too bad thus far.

[shinta|hikari]

I loved these chapters. Goomoonryong is a freaking monster. I hope that no one ever comes close to challenging his skill at peak condition in the entirety of the series. The hopeless struggles and turnaround victories can be left to the disciple. He should just keep doing his bad ass ownage thing. A tough fight with multiple top-level opponents would be great though.

The only thing I didn't like in these chapters was what Sosul said. Specifically the line, "Hmph! If I set my mind to it, I can be a hundred times better than that woman."

Why would you want to be a hundred times better when you are already a million times better?

Loli ftw.

EDIT: Why is Goomoonryong taking so long to heal his arm? I know his disciple is a special case, but he has practically died and come back to life twice while Goomoonryong is still nursing that injury. Is there no Jedi healing powers that can speed that along?

[NeoCybercoin]

Well that healing power was supposed to have been caused by that pill he took right? So it makes sense that Gooryongmoon doesn't have that healing.

[Munsu]

Chapter 36:
http://www.onemanga.com/The_Breaker/36/

We get quite a bit of insight of what is going on in the backgrounds, and we also get a bit of info on why he isn't healed yet. Volume 5 finished... looking forward to 6.

[Munsu]

37, now in full color fan service:
http://www.onemanga.com/The_Breaker/37/

[shinta|hikari]

What, Sosul is going away? Noooooo.....!

[Abdula]

Hehe, well on the plus side it looks like we're going to be getting into the meat of the story now and Shiwoon is finally going to get some serious training.

[shinta|hikari]

It is true what 9 Arts Dragon said about footwork. With that killer punch, being able to move properly and land it will make Shioon quite formidable. I guess they are cutting his training time to emphasize his genius level ability to learn martial arts. I wonder if there is a back story to explain that, or if he is just one of those random flukes of nature.

[NeoCybercoin]

The Breaker Onemanga (http://www.onemanga.com/The_Breaker/)
It's up to 42 now. Just got released today. And I have to say..Shioon is pretty damn awesome. It appears he really is a prodigy.

[Ryllharu]

I really liked the image of him just missing the first guy and shattering all the windows.

He might be a prodigy, but he's not a very smart one. After the gloomy kid called him out on admitting to things that only the special caste of martial artists would know, and here he does it again like a moron. He'd do a much better job at staying out of the limelight like his master was pretty good at if he would just keep his mouth shut or ask questions by giving less information when he says them. Asking, "Who are you people? You don't look like [teachers/government/etc]" instead of "Are you martial artists?" would be a good start.

Nice scene between the Master and Shiho too.

I wonder how far they're going to develop a relationship with Saehee before Sosul comes back. Saehee is fine, but I have to admit, I'm rather fond of that particular loli-tsundere relationship over the knight-princess style one Shioon has been developing with Saehee.

[NeoCybercoin]

Hey atleast now he has some skills to balance out his moron level. Yeah he does not know how to lie properly.

[Munsu]

Just caught up, good stuff... really liked chapter 42, good action and he was pretty badass, fighting wise.

[Munsu]

A-Team released about 10 chapters for Christmas. Some good stuff. Although we really didn't see Shioon in action, but it looks like he was kicking some major ass with advanced techniques. A complete idiot though turning on the cell phone once again. Nine Dragons was completely awesome though, and we even got some backstory.

[NeoCybercoin]

The Breaker Ch 60 (http://www.onemanga.com/The_Breaker/60/)

Just when he was cool again...they bring a gun to a fist fight..

[Munsu]

Yeah, all that build up...

Really liked the turn of events, let's see where this goes.

Do you guys think that he'll die? At some point they'll have to take away the focus from the story from him back to Shioon.

[NeoCybercoin]

I think that every martial artist on that roof will just start to attack. With in the end Shioon stopping them. Saying stuff like"Instead of fighting...lets get him to a hospital"

Or the old man will kill the guy who shot him. Sure he is an evil little bastard but a martial artist none the less. I doubt he'd wanted this.

[Munsu]

I also wonder what the gay kid who's in love with Shioon will do... he clearly doesn't want Shioon to come to harm and I don't think he'll attack him here, so if Shioon gets involved now, he'll surely do something to keep him safe for the time being.

[shinta|hikari]

I think 9 arts dragon will keep fighting and win even with the wound, but he might die after this battle. There is a reason why they told us about his past right before this arc, and that is probably because history will repeat itself with the master dying to save his student.

[Dark Dragon]

Chapter 61 (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=77X3ZD3A)

[NeoCybercoin]

Okay he is just an old corrupt bastard seeing as he wanted to win no matter what. Doubt that kid was in his little plan though.

[Dark Dragon]

I really hope that fucker tries to chase after them next chapter. I really want to see 9 Arts Dragon bash his skull in.

edit: I'm talking about the gun guy. I'm super pissed that the only thing that happened to him so far is a bunch of people holding him back.

[Munsu]

Chapter 62 was released a week ago...

Good chapter, but come on, this can't be happening right?

[NeoCybercoin]

Made me saaad panda.

[Dark Dragon]

One of the few times that i'd be ok with an author not willing to kill off a character.

[Munsu]

One of the few times that i'd be ok with an author not willing to kill off a character.

Same here.

[shinta|hikari]

Where is that damn decoy ship when you need it!?

[Munsu]

63 is out...

Berserk.

[NeoCybercoin]

Well that's one freaking bad ass roar xD

[Munsu]

I fell a bit behind after the tragedy happened, but I just noticed that there's indeed a "Second Part" to The Breaker.

A-Team has released the first 4 chapters, and it's called The Breaker: New Waves: http://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=58941

[Munsu]

Finally finished up the first part of The Breaker, talk about batshit crazy turn of events. Starting The Breaker: New Waves now, any of you up to date?

[NeoCybercoin]

Reporting in. This is one of my favorite Manhwa's. Legend of Maian being first but this is second. Art is well done and I just really like the story. Shioon is pretty boss.

[Munsu]

Alright, I'm caught up now. This second part has been a bit slow, but things are picking up lately.

Chapter 58 is out now, and I have to say it was completely badass.