Although sci-fi isn’t mainstream in Korea, there certainly are a few titles that have gained significant popularity, and one of them is the sci-fi MMORPG ‘RF Online’.
Netmarble officially revealed the sequel, RF ONLINE NEXT, at G-STAR 2023.
At the same time, the web novel BAD BORN BLOOD, set in the same universe, also began to be published online.
Expanding the ‘RF Online’ IP with Sequels and Web Novels
Acclaimed author Baeksu Noble, known for hit titles like Barbarian Quest, Doom Breaker, and Kill the Dragon, is the author of the web novel BAD BORN BLOOD.
Well received for its gripping characters and unexpected twists, the novel has earned glowing reviews from readers.
On December 31, 2024, BAD BORN BLOOD debuted as a webtoon.
Let’s take a closer look at the webtoon adaptation of BAD BORN BLOOD and discover how this thrilling story is brought to life in an exciting new format.
Unexpected twists,
Intense battles,
LOCKED AND LOADED!
The webtoon BAD BORN BLOOD is produced by Redice Studio, the producer of the original web novel.
Redice Studio is renowned for stunning visuals and immersive storytelling, with a portfolio that includes popular webtoons like Solo Leveling and Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint.
Tuesday Webtoon – BAD BORN BLOOD
BAD BORN BLOOD officially launched on WEBTOON on December 31, 2024. Readers can dive into a new episode every Tuesday.
Set in the future, BAD BORN BLOOD explores the conflict among three nations.
Based on the RF Online IP, BAD BORN BLOOD unfolds in a universe where humanity, after surviving for centuries on different planets, eventually gather the planet Novus.
The story follows Luca, who struggles to survive amid the conflict among the three nations.
The first episode sets the stage for the overall universe of the story which helps all readers, even those unfamiliar with the original work, fully enjoy the story from the start.
Accretia’s Imperial Guard, Luca
The protagonist, Luca, is a member of the Accretia Empire, one of the three factions mentioned earlier.
The Accretia Empire maintains a rigid class system and powerful military, composed of individuals who have upgraded their bodies with mechanical parts.
Luca is a character driven by a strong desire for advancement and unwavering loyalty to the empire.
To enhance his combat capabilities, he has replaced his limbs and eyes with mechanical prosthetics for the benefit of the empire.
Luca comes from the lower class within the empire’s class system.
However, through a selective examination, he becomes a trainee in the elite Accretia’s Imperial Guard and is quickly marked out during training.
Ilay, a fellow trainee from the prestigious Kartika noble family, approaches Luca in an effort to befriend him.
Ilay and Luca
The two characters, however, stand on different sides when it comes to the Empire - Luca being deeply loyal to the Empire while Ilay being quite skeptical.
Despite their differing social standings, Luca and Ilay become good rivals to each other during the training, securing Highest Grade and Second Highest Grade.
They are then assigned their first real mission: to attack a Cora outpost that was illegally occupied.
The operation was carried out without any problem at first, but they soon encountered an unexpected obstacle.
The story pulls readers in with gripping narrative and epic battle scenes.
Unexpected twists and turns keep readers hooked and fully immersed.
The exciting battle scenes and Luca's personal struggles are the main highlights.
The adaptation stays true to the strengths of the original web novel while perfectly tailoring it for webtoons, creating a compelling synergy.
Anticipation Builds for RF ONLINE NEXT!
The Naver Webtoon BAD BORN BLOOD is receiving praise on par with the original web novel.
Catch the full story now on WEBTOON!
