In a society where value is determined by the strength of one’s abilities, Taehyeon reaches his mid-thirties without ever awakening a skill. Forced to survive as a pack bearer for monster hunters, his life is defined by exhaustion and obscurity. Everything changes when a mysterious being known as “the King” grants him a powerful ability and sends him back to his high school years. Armed with the skill Gluttony, which allows him to block and absorb the abilities of others, Taehyeon is given a second chance to reshape his future. As he navigates a world ruled by skills and rankings, he begins a rapid ascent from powerlessness toward dominance.
Regressing With the King’s Power delivers a familiar but effective regression fantasy centered on reclamation and momentum. Taehyeon’s story resonates because his failure is prolonged and deeply ingrained—making his second chance feel earned rather than convenient.
The Gluttony skill serves as a flexible progression tool, allowing the protagonist to adapt quickly to threats and gain strength in creative ways. While the narrative leans into recognizable modern fantasy and system elements, its execution maintains a steady pace and clear direction. The school setting provides an early framework before broader conflicts emerge.
Though it doesn’t radically reinvent the genre, the manhwa excels at delivering consistent satisfaction. Readers who enjoy skill-absorption mechanics, modern regression stories, and decisive underdog comebacks will find this series engaging and easy to follow.
