66,666 Years Advent of the Dark Mage
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★ 7.24/10 · MyAnimeListPG-13ManhwaActionMagicReincarnationRevengeOverpowered ProtagonistOngoing
66,666 Years Advent of the Dark Mage (66666년 만에 환생한 흑마법사) is a high-stakes reincarnation fantasy manhwa following the legendary warlock Diablo Volpir. After being sealed for sixty-six millennia by the twelve gods, he awakens as Jamie Welton, the eldest son of a noble house, determined to reclaim his absolute power and exact vengeance on the divine beings who betrayed him.
| Author / Story : Taruru | Artist / Art : PASAK | Original Publisher : Naver Webtoon |
| Format & Status : Webtoon (Ongoing) | Release Year : 2021 | Demographic : Shounen |
| Country of Origin : South Korea (Manhwa) | Primary Genres : Action, Adventure, Fantasy | Core System / Theme : Reincarnation & Dark Magic |
Other Names & Verified AliasesView all
66,666 Nyeonmane Gwihwanhan Heukmabeopsa • 66,666 Years After the Advent of the Dark Mage • 66,666 Years: Advent of the Dark Mage • 66.666 Jahre: Die Rückkehr des schwarzen Magiers • 66666-nyeon Mane Hwangsaenghan Heukmabeopsa • 66666年ぶりに転生した黒魔術師 • 66666年后复活的黑魔法师 • 66666年後轉生的黑魔法師 • 66666년 만에 환생한 흑마법사 • 6YAOTDM • A Black Wizard Reincarnated in 66666 Years • A Warlock Reincarnated After 66666 Years • Black Mage Reborn After 66666 Years • El Mago Oscuro Se Reencarna Después De 66, 666 Años • O Mago Negro que Retorna Após 66666 Anos • Reincarnated Into A Warlock 66,666 Years Later • Reincarnated Into a Warlock 66,666 Years Later • The Black Mage Transmigrates After 66666 Years • The Black mage Who Reincarnated after 66666 Years • The Dark Mage's Return After 66,666 Years • The Dark Magician Transmigrates After 66666 Years • The Rebirth of the 8th Class Magician • Реинкарнация Мага Тьмы спустя 66666 лет • จอมเวทเกิดใหม่ในรอบ 66666 ปี
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Diablo Volpir, the most formidable dark mage in history, once stood against the tyranny of the twelve gods. Despite his immense power, he was eventually defeated and imprisoned in a timeless seal. For 66,666 years, he endured the void, refining his consciousness until a sudden crack in the divine barrier allowed his soul to escape. Reborn as Jamie Welton, the infant scion of the prestigious Welton family, Diablo finds himself in a world where magic has stagnated and the gods he loathes are worshiped as benevolent saviors.
Retaining his previous life's memories and the essence of his dark mana, Jamie begins a silent rebellion. He must navigate the complexities of noble life, a doting family, and the limitations of a young body while secretly training to surpass his former limits. As he investigates the current state of the world, he realizes that the gods' influence is deeper and more insidious than he previously imagined. Each step toward regaining his power brings him closer to a collision course with the divine entities that ruined his past life.
What to Expect
Expect a fast-paced power-progression narrative that balances lighthearted family interactions with grim, tactical magical combat. The series excels in depicting Jamie's genius-level intellect as he optimizes modern magic using ancient forbidden techniques. The world-building steadily expands from the Welton estate to a global stage involving corrupt religious sects and ancient mysteries.
Who Will Enjoy This
This series is a must-read for fans of overpowered protagonists and second-chance tropes. Readers who enjoyed the strategic growth in Tower of God for its deep lore and character hierarchies, or the relentless dedication to mastery found in Be Blues! - Ao ni Nare, will appreciate Jamie’s meticulous path to reclaiming his throne.
Key Early Characters (Jamie, Count Welton, Sarah)View cast
Jamie Welton (Diablo Volpir): The protagonist, a legendary dark mage reincarnated as a noble child. He uses his vast knowledge to secretly master magic while acting as a prodigy.
Count Arno Welton: Jamie's father and a powerful swordsman. He is a doting parent who is fiercely protective of his family and serves as Jamie's first gateway into understanding current power scales.
Sarah Welton: Jamie's younger sister. Her innocent presence often grounds Jamie and provides a contrast to his dark, vengeful internal thoughts.
Frequently Asked Questions3 Answers
Is 66,666 Years Advent of the Dark Mage completed or ongoing?
The series is currently ongoing with over 200 chapters serialized. It follows a weekly release schedule on the Naver Webtoon platform, with English digital translations catching up to the original Korean publication.
What makes Jamie Welton's magic unique?
Jamie retains the "Black Magic" of his previous life as Diablo Volpir. This ancient system allows him to manipulate mana with higher efficiency and utilize destructive spells that are unknown to modern mages who rely on the gods' blessing.
Will there be an anime adaptation of 66,666 Years Advent of the Dark Mage?
As of 2026, no official anime adaptation has been produced or announced. However, given its consistent popularity on Naver and global platforms, it remains a top candidate for a future studio pick-up.
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