Getting Started with My Slain Dragon Bride

Welcome to the My Slain Dragon Bride community! This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the manhwa, the magic system, and our fan community.

What is My Slain Dragon Bride?

My Slain Dragon Bride (Korean: 내가 죽인 드래곤과 결혼했다, romanized Naega Jugin Deuraegon-gwa Gyeolhonhaetda) is an ongoing tragic fantasy romance manhwa serialized on Naver Webtoon. In English it is published under the alternative title I Married the Dragon I Killed. The story is written by Bonsainamu (story) and drawn by Jelling (art). As of July 2026, six chapters are available.

The Premise

The pinnacle of magic is the 9th Circle — a realm spoken of as that of a demigod. The final key to reaching it is the heart of the Crimson Dragon, Valdrova. Countless warriors have died trying to claim it. The protagonist of our story, Perda, succeeds. She should feel triumph. Instead, the heart tastes bitter — because the dragon she killed was her destined fiancé, and he surrendered willingly.

After reaching the top of the 9th Circle on a tide of hatred and revenge, Perda is given a second chance: the story rewinds to the day of her engagement announcement. This time, instead of fighting the marriage to the public king Valdrova, she says yes.

The Two Leads at a Glance

• Perda — the dragon slayer / 9th Circle mage. Cold, mission-focused, and built on a foundation of hatred she has not yet examined.
• Valdrova — the Crimson Dragon, also referred to as a public king in the engagement announcement. Centuries old, weary, and quietly waiting for someone to end his long despair.

Why People Love It

If you enjoy stories like Under the Oak Tree, The Remarried Empress, or any tale where the cost of victory is heavier than defeat, you will feel right at home. The hook is simple and devastating: she killed him. She married him. Now she has to live with both.

How to Read

You can access the latest chapters directly from our website. Navigate to the Read Manhwa section to start reading through the embedded reader. New chapters drop on Naver Webtoon; we mirror the official release schedule.

Join the Community

Discord Server

Our Discord is the heart of the community. You can:

• Discuss the latest chapters the moment they drop
• Share theories about Valdrova’s ancient despair and what the 9th Circle really is
• Post fan art, fan translations, and memes
• Connect with fellow fans who understand why the engagement scene in the opening chapters hurts the way it does

Wiki

Our wiki documents everything about My Slain Dragon Bride — characters, magic circles, the Crimson Dragon lore, and timeline speculation. Feel free to contribute and help fellow fans!

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is My Slain Dragon Bride?

It is a tragic fantasy romance manhwa with strong themes of guilt, destiny, and time travel. The official genres on aggregator sites list it under Action / Fantasy with a Time Travel theme. Tone-wise, expect a high fantasy world wrapped around a devastating emotional core.

Who is the author?

Bonsainamu (분재나무) writes the story (originally a Korean web novel on 소설넷); Jelling (젤링) provides the art for the manhwa adaptation on Naver.

How often do new chapters release?

New chapters drop on Naver Webtoon. As of mid-2026, the serialization is in its early chapters, so expect a steady weekly cadence.

Is there a way to support the original creator?

Yes! Support the official release on Naver Webtoon, and pick up the licensed volumes wherever Korean webtoon manhwa are sold in your region. Fan translations are unofficial — please support Bonsainamu and Jelling whenever you can.

What’s Next?

Now that you’re familiar with the basics:

1. Introduce yourself in the Discord server
2. Read the Characters wiki article to meet Perda and Valdrova
3. Check out our blog for chapter-by-chapter breakdowns
4. (Optional but recommended) Bring tissues

Welcome aboard. May your heart stay lighter than the one our protagonist carries.