Promise of an Orchid

Synopsis

“I’ll wait for you,” whispers a mysterious, red-haired woman. So goes the recurring dream Jae-Sin Yang has had every night since the tragic massacre at the orphanage when he was a child. When he moves to the notoriously haunted Orchid Road to delve into the meaning behind his dreams, he is nearly killed by a vengeful demon on the first night. However, he is rescued by a beautiful woman named So-Cheon who looks just like the woman in his dreams. Together, they join forces to help innocent demons and fight against the demonic designs of Geumgwan, the lord of all demons. (Source: WEBTOONS, edited) Note: Includes a prologue.

About

Promise of an Orchid is a Korean manhwa, first serialized in 2019, spanning 106 chapters, The series has concluded, (last release in 2021).

Why readers enjoy Promise of an Orchid

Promise of an Orchid appeals to readers of Action manhwa, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Adventure, Fantasy, Supernatural elements. This combination of Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Supernatural sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

Promise of an Orchid is written by Geuk-Jin Jeon, with art by Jin-Hwan Park.

Reception

Promise of an Orchid holds an average score of 7.4 out of 10 on AniList, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated readership, with 205 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout Promise of an Orchid include: Male Protagonist, Demons, Amnesia, Full Color. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.