The Eminence in Shadow (Kage no Jitsuryoku Sha ni Naritakute!) is a new age manga which is created by Nardack (Art), Neko, Kouichi (Story).
Moreover, this story is not limited to manga but is also going to get a TV anime adaptation in 2023.
If you’ve always liked fantasy anime or manga, you must have at least heard of The Eminence in Shadow. This comic is about a Japanese high school student who wants to rule from the shadows.
Unfortunately, he gets hit by a truck and dies before he can do what he wants. Then, he is reborn in a magical world where magic is also real.
He is born into a noble family, and after reincarnating, he uses the skills he gained to become the leader of a secret group called the “Shadow Garden.”
They only fight the bad group called the “Cult of Diablos” from behind the scenes.
If you’ve already read the most recent part and want to read or watch something similar to The Eminence in Shadow, keep reading.
18. So I’m a Spider, So What?
The story is about a girl and her friends. One day, a spell that had been traveling through space and time came into our world by accident and hit a Chinese high school, causing an explosion that killed everyone in the class.
All of their souls, though, are sent to that other World, where they are reborn as royals, nobility, or other powerful people. Still, they weren’t lucky enough, because one girl was reborn as a spider in a prison.
Now she has to find a way to stay alive in this dangerous labyrinth full of dangerous monsters and creatures.
She has to use her knowledge and good attitude from her past life to keep going and get out of that place to see the outside world.
17. As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I’ll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World
An ordinary salaryman in Japan dies and comes back to life in another world as Ars Louvent, the son of a noble.
Even though he isn’t good at magic or swordplay, he does have one skill that, when used properly, is pretty damn powerful: “Appraisal.”
He can use this skill to figure out a person’s current power level, strength, potential, and sometimes other skills they don’t even know they have. He even had the best chance to help people with his power.
In the country, the government was bad, there were multiple revolts, and the nobles were only looking out for themselves and getting ready for all-out war.
He chooses to use his powers to put together a group of smart people who will help him take the throne and turn the country into a strong one.
16. Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation
The main character of the story is a 34-year-old man who lives away from his parents’ house because he didn’t go to their funeral. He has come to the conclusion that his life is pointless and has no point.
But he still runs toward a truck that is coming close to a group of teenagers.
He saves one of them by pulling him away from the danger, hoping to do something good at least once in his life, but he ends up dying himself.
Then, he wakes up as a baby and finds out that he has been remade in a magical world.
He decides to forget his old name and start calling himself Rudeus Greyrat so he can enjoy his new life in this amazing new world.
15. World Teacher: Isekaishiki Kyouiku Agent
World Teacher: Isekaishiki Kyouiku Agent is the first suggestion on the list. The manga tells the story of a strong, special spy who was killed by a secret group.
Well, after he died, his life didn’t end because he was reborn in a new dream world with all his memories. In both mangas, the main character dies and comes back as someone else in a magical world.
Also, both of them work in the dark (the agent does, too) and hide who they really are.
14. Trapped in a Dating Sim
World Teacher: Isekaishiki Kyouiku Agent is the first suggestion on the list. The manga tells the story of a strong, special spy who was killed by a secret group.
Well, after he died, his life didn’t end because he was reborn in a new dream world with all his memories. In both mangas, the main character dies and comes back as someone else in a magical world.
There was only one exception: the romantic targets of the game, who are a group of handsome men, and they all have been given some privileges over other men.
As now Leon possesses a lot of information and knowledge about the game; thanks to his sister, who forced him to play and complete it.
He was able to find the secret cheat item called Luxion, and now, with all the resources that he has with him, he is all set to disrupt this World’s absurd social hierarchy system.
13. Spy x Family
Both Spy x Family and The Eminence in Shadow are about the same kind of thing. Both main characters hide who they really are from the rest of the world.
In addition, the story has a romantic feel to it. The story of Spy x Family is about a man who is a hidden agent or spy, or one of the best spies.
Well, April 2022 will be made into an anime TV show if you like the book.
12. Overlord
Both Spy x Family and The Eminence in Shadow are about the same kind of thing. Both main characters hide who they really are from the rest of the world.
In addition, the story has a romantic feel to it. The story of Spy x Family is about a man who is a hidden agent or spy, or one of the best spies.
Well, April 2022 will be made into an anime TV show if you like the book.
11. One Punch Man
Have you ever heard of the comic or TV show One Punch Man? If not, you probably live under a rock or something similar.
If you like The Eminence in Shadow’s main character, you’ll also like One Punch Man.
The action scene in One Punch Man is pretty good, and it might even be better than the action scene in any other manga. You can also watch the 12 episodes of the anime series.
Last but not least, there are a lot of funny scenes when there is action and a story.
10. Konosuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World!
This list’s suggestion is one of the best isekai anime or manga ever made. Konosuba is both a manga and an anime series that you can watch on TV.
Like The Eminence in Shadow, Here has a great main character and a lot of funny and exciting scenes.
The story of Konosuba is about a shy Otaku high school student who dies in an accident and comes back to life in a dream world.
The Light Novel is done, the Manga is still being made, and there are two seasons of anime.
9. Berserk of Gluttony
The manga series Berserk of Gluttony is based on a collection of books called Light Novels. The series is still going on.
The main character and his or her life are the most similar parts of both stories. They both hide who they really are and stay out of sight.
They also train to get stronger, or you could say, to become the best.
Last but not least, they have good coworkers or someone who will help them out when things go wrong.
If you want to, you can also read the Berserk of Gluttony Light Novel.
8. Kujibiki Tokushou: Musou Harem-ken
In Kujibiki Tokushou, the story of Musou Harem-ken is about a boy who wins the prize. But the lottery he won is pretty unique because it lets you go to a different world.
Like The Eminence in Shadow, the main character of this story is very strong and can do things no one else can.
Also, this show has a good mix of funny and action-packed fight scenes. Both main characters have powers that are rare and hard to find.
7. I’m Really Not the Demon God’s Lackey
I’m not a devil. God’s Lackey is neither an anime nor a manga. Instead, it is a Manhwa. Manga and Japanese comics are similar to Manhwas, which are South Korean comics.
If you like The Eminence in Shadow, then this Manhwa story will be right up your alley. When it comes to similarities, the main characters of both shows are smart and have a lot of power.
Also, there are a lot of funny scenes, just like in The Eminence in Shadow. Both are good players who hide who they really are, what they want, and what they can do.
6. From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage
From Overshadowed to Overpowered: Second Reincarnation of a Talentless Sage isekai is a little different from all the other isekai books and anime out there.
Because the main character of this manga died and came back to life in a magical world. He was different from all the other main characters because he didn’t learn magic and become the best performer.
So, he practiced for 400 million years and started his trip again to become the most powerful magician.
5. It Seems My Body Is Completely Invincible
It Seems My Body Is Completely Invincible is another isekai book on the list that is similar to The Eminence in Shadow.
In the manga, a young girl who is always sick and unhealthy is the main character. But because of what happened, she gets a new life with a body that can’t be hurt.
In both shows, the main character is very powerful and strong compared to the other characters. Well, the show is based on a light novel. If you want to get the real feel of the story, you should read the light novel.
4. The Insipid Prince’s Furtive Grab for The Throne
Both The Insipid Prince’s Sneaky Grab for the Throne and The Eminence in Shadow have similar plots. In both shows, they have a normal life to the outside world, but they have superpowers.
In The Insipid Prince’s Secret Plan to Take the Throne, the story is about a prince who is weak and not good enough to be king. But in his kingdom, he is an S-class adventurer, which is the highest rank.
3. Shadow Hero’s Daily Life
Shadow Hero’s Daily Life is a new magazine that came out in July 2020. It isn’t as popular as it should be.
If you want to read a new book like The Eminence in Shadow, you should check out Shadow Hero’s Daily Life.
Both of the main characters live in the dark, where they work as spies or train.
They are also one of the most powerful people in the whole series.
This manga is about a character who has been in a hard fight and wants to live.
2. Let This Grieving Soul Retire! Woe is the Weakling Who Leads the Strongest Party
Well, we have a book with a long title, or a super long title, if you prefer. The manga has only 5 volumes and is on its 28th story right now.
“Let This Grieving Soul Retire” is a story about a treasure hunter who wants to stop looking for wealth and go home.
Their goal is to get as much fame and money as they can, but this job is very dangerous. Because of this, he wants to get away from this dangerous life and live in peace.
1. Doryoku Shisugita Sekai Saikyou no Butoukai wa, Mahou Sekai wo Yoyuu de Ikinuku.
Yes, the title is that long, but don’t worry, the story and other parts of this comic are great. The story is about a martial artist who dies and comes back to life in another world.
In another fantasy world, he works harder and learns from one of the world’s past heroes. Both main characters learn and get stronger in the dark.
Also, they both get help from one of the best friends and subordinates.
