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Empress Maria Average 4.4 / 5 out of 35
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폐황후 마리아
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Manhwa
Summary
Empress Maria
After dedicating her life as the Empress and loyal wife, Maria is betrayed by her husband and closest friend, witnessing the deaths of her loved ones. Stripped of her title and exiled, she meets a red-haired man named Gunther, who reveals truths that challenge her past. From the depths of despair, Maria finds the will to live again, driven by a burning desire for revenge.
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Belugacat
Wow I’m really excited for this
Beomgyu
Totally worth it!!!
Where are you truck-san
So far this is really good and depressing (a bit), I love it!!
amontalvo000
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ART EVERY!!! Looks like a promising storyline too I can’t wait for more chapters!!!
up for some yandere
seems promising ….
part-timetrucksan
The story i am in love with it such betrayal, the fl is strong and such beautiful art it’s so detailed and beautiful i love it
Beomgyu
This story is so intriguing, the art is dark. I can’t wait for the revenge to begin!!
shn.mln
love the art
Anya
A Masterpiece of Revenge, Power, and Rebirth
Let me just start by saying… WOW. I went into Empress Maria expecting a typical historical revenge story, but what I got?? A MASTERCLASS IN CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, POLITICAL INTRIGUE, AND EMOTIONAL WRECKAGE. 😭🔥 This manhwa had me hooked, screaming, crying, and cheering all at once.
Maria: From Tragedy to Triumph 👑🔥
Our female lead, Maria, is one of the BEST I’ve ever seen in this genre. She starts off as gentle, kind-hearted, and devoted—a perfect empress who only wanted to love and be loved. But instead?? She was BETRAYED. HUMILIATED. BROKEN. 💔💀 Her suffering in the beginning HURT so much, I actually had to take breaks because the injustice was too much.
And the betrayal?? 😡 THE AUDACITY OF THESE PEOPLE. The emperor—who was SUPPOSED to protect her—treated her like she was disposable. The nobles saw her as a pawn. Even the people she trusted most turned their backs on her when she needed them the most. It was infuriating, heartbreaking, and so damn painful to watch her fall.
BUT THEN. SHE RISES. 😤🔥 And when she does?? I GOT CHILLS. Gone is the naive, lovesick empress—Maria transforms into a force of nature. She doesn’t just survive—she THRIVES. The way she slowly, methodically takes back her power is beyond satisfying. Every step of her revenge feels earned, and watching her outmaneuver her enemies with pure intellect and strategy is just chef’s kiss. 🤌✨
The Villains: So Infuriating You’ll Want to Punch Your Screen
The emperor? TRASH. ABSOLUTE GARBAGE. 🚮💀 His treatment of Maria made my blood BOIL. And what’s worse?? When she finally stops caring about him and starts winning at life, he suddenly wants her back??? 😤 SIR, YOU HAD YOUR CHANCE. NOW SIT BACK AND WATCH HER SHINE.
Then we have the backstabbing nobles. Ohhh, these people??? 😡🔥 They are shameless, manipulative, and willing to do ANYTHING to keep Maria down. They underestimated her from the beginning, thinking she was weak. But the moment they realize she’s a threat?? PANIC. FEAR. CHAOS. 😏 Watching Maria play them like chess pieces and make them regret everything is SO satisfying.
The Revenge: Cold, Calculated, and Absolutely Delicious
I LOVE a good revenge arc, but what makes Maria’s journey special is that it’s not just about payback. She’s not blindly destroying people—she’s building herself up, reclaiming her dignity, and proving that she never needed anyone to save her. 💪🔥
Every move she makes is so smart—she doesn’t act out of impulse, she calculates every step like a seasoned strategist. And when she finally delivers justice?? PURE PERFECTION. Watching her enemies suffer exactly the way she suffered is so satisfying, but what I love most is that she doesn’t let revenge consume her. She knows when to stop, when to move forward, and when to focus on her own happiness instead of just punishing those who hurt her.
The Romance: A Love That Feels EARNED ❤️🔥
Okay, let’s talk about THE NEW LOVE INTEREST. 😍 When I say he is PERFECT, I mean PERFECT. He’s loyal, kind, and actually sees Maria as an equal. Unlike her ex-trashband, he doesn’t see her as a trophy—he sees her as a woman who deserves love, respect, and happiness. And the best part?? HE SUPPORTS HER WITHOUT TRYING TO CONTROL HER.
Their relationship is slow-burn but SO worth it. Maria has been through too much to fall in love easily, and I LOVE that the story doesn’t rush it. Instead, we see her slowly learning to trust again, to believe that she’s worthy of love—not as an empress, but as a person. And when she finally lets herself love again?? 😭🔥 PURE MAGIC.
The Political Intrigue: 10/10, No Notes
This isn’t just a romance or a revenge story—it’s a full-on political drama with strategy, alliances, betrayals, and mind games that will leave you SHOOK. Every chapter has plot twists, unexpected turns, and moments where you realize Maria is 10 steps ahead of EVERYONE. It’s not just about destroying her enemies—it’s about reshaping the empire, reclaiming her own future, and proving that she’s more than just “someone’s wife”.
The Art: DROP-DEAD GORGEOUS ✨
Listen. The ART in this manhwa is NEXT-LEVEL. The way Maria is drawn?? STUNNING. The way her expressions shift from broken to powerful, from hurt to fierce?? ABSOLUTE PERFECTION. 😍🔥
And the fashion?? ICONIC. 👗✨ The royal outfits, the elegant dresses, the color palettes—everything is so beautifully designed. And when Maria finally gets her “I am untouchable” glow-up?? I. SCREAMED. 👏👏👏
Final Thoughts: 1000000/10, A MASTERPIECE
I have read a LOT of revenge manhwas, but Empress Maria stands out because it’s not just about revenge—it’s about healing, rebuilding, and finding self-worth. It’s about a woman who was torn down and left for dead, but instead of breaking?? She rises higher than ANYONE expected.
If you love:
✅ A badass, intelligent female lead 👑🔥
✅ Deliciously satisfying revenge arcs 😏
✅ Heart-pounding political drama 🎭💼
✅ A romance that feels EARNED ❤️
✅ Stunning art and jaw-dropping fashion ✨
Then RUN, DON’T WALK, and start reading Empress Maria RIGHT NOW. 😭🔥 Just be ready to scream, cry, and cheer like your life depends on it because THIS STORY IS A ROLLERCOASTER IN THE BEST WAY POSSIBLE. 🎢💖
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bhaagya
next chapter ..
Mistik
I feel bad for fl…
Talnair
Can recommend highly.