Descended from Divinity
Descended from Divinity (Korean: 신화급 귀환자의 도시 건물을 위한 마법) is a powerhouse entry in the "Returner" subgenre, penned by Black Ajin and brought to life by the renowned LICO Studio. Known for their stellar work on Return of the Blossoming Blade, LICO delivers a high-octane visual experience that perfectly matches the series' grand scale. It stands out in the urban fantasy landscape by skipping the typical "zero-to-hero" progression, instead presenting a protagonist who has already achieved godhood and must now navigate a modern world that is vastly beneath his power level.
The story centers on Min-cheol, a man who spent centuries in another dimension ascending to the rank of a "Myth-tier" constellation. Upon returning to Earth, he finds a society transformed by a "System" of gates, dungeons, and hunters. Unlike other returners who struggle to regain their strength, Min-cheol arrives with his divine authority intact. Viewing the world's most terrifying monsters as mere nuisances, he begins to reshape the planet according to his own legendary standards, blending high-tier magical combat with an ambitious vision for a new civilization.
Alternative Names and Titles
Descended from Divinity / Myth-tier Returner / The Mythical Returner / Returning to Earth as a God / 神話級帰還者の都市建設計画 / Shinhwaggeup Gwihwanjaui Dosi Geonmureul Wihan Mabeop