How to Live as a Civil Servant in Murim

About How to Live as a Civil Servant in Murim

Yeon Woohyuk unexpectedly falls into the world of Murim and wakes up as a government official inside a martial arts detective game. Before this sudden turn of events, he is a seasoned veteran player who knows the detective game The Great Detective of Daehwan Empire inside and out. Without any warning, he finds himself reincarnated directly into that very setting, occupying the role of a pokoe, a local detective officer. Stranded in an unfamiliar martial realm, Woohyuk quickly takes stock of his new surroundings and responsibilities as a public servant tasked with investigating crimes. To his relief, he discovers that the criminal cases taking place around him unfold just as they did in the game he played so thoroughly. Armed with his detailed memories of every incident, he begins to settle into his official duties by solving cases as they arise. His relief at finding a straightforward way to get by does not last long, however, once he uncovers the truth behind his special ability known as the Spirit Eye. Rather than being a harmless gift that aids his work, this power is the result of his dantian, his internal energy core, having been forcibly opened. Because of this unnatural condition in his energy core, Woohyuk faces the grim prospect of dying young if he leaves his body as it is. Relying solely on his past memories to close investigations is no longer enough to keep him safe in this dangerous world. Working as a detective officer in Murim is already a demanding job on its own, yet survival now requires far more than solving mysteries. To overcome the fatal flaw in his dantian and stay alive, Woohyuk has no choice but to train in martial arts and strive to become a powerful master himself.

Alternative titles

Murim Song Gongmuwoneuro Saraganeun Beop / 무림 속 공무원으로 살아가는 법 / Détective dans un monde martial / How to Live as a Civil Servant in Moorim / How to Live as a Civil Servant in the Martial World / How to Survive as a Martial World Civil Servant / Murim Sok Gongmuwon-euro Saraganeun Beop / Жизнь чиновника в Муриме / Как выжить государственному служащему в мире боевых искусств / Как выжить чиновнику в Муриме / 武林の世界で公務員として生きる方法

Status

Ongoing

Genres

ActionAdventureFantasy

Theme

Isekai

Type

Manhwa

Artist

KZV

Released

2025

Chapters

85

First chapter

Chapter 1

Latest chapter

Chapter 85 · Oct 25, 2026

Released

Sep 18, 2026

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Characters

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  Yeon Woohyuk

  Main character

  A veteran player of a martial arts detective game who wakes up inside its world as a local investigative officer. Armed with his memories of in-game cases and an awakened Spirit Eye, he solves crimes while training in martial arts to prevent an early death.

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  Dam Pungho

  Supporting character

  A skilled martial artist known by the epithet Three Absolutes who is wrongly suspected in an early murder case. After Yeon Woohyuk clears his name, he examines Woohyuk's condition and explains the danger behind his Spirit Eye.

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  Constable Oh

  Supporting character

  An experienced fellow detective officer and the nephew of a senior constable who helps Yeon Woohyuk adjust to his duties. He knows the local streets well and has a strong fondness for food.

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  Jegal Gyu

  Supporting character

  A young talent from the prestigious Jegal Clan who specializes in formations and strategy. He crosses paths with Yeon Woohyuk during a theft case involving a flawed security formation and comes to recognize the detective's sharp abilities.

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  Paeng Juseong

  Supporting character

  The outgoing, broadblade-wielding heir of the Hebei Paeng Clan who easily gathers companions around him. Curious about Yeon Woohyuk after hearing of him from Jegal Gyu, he draws the detective into a search for a famed thief's martial arts manual.

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  Paeng Juhui

  Supporting character

  A daughter of the Hebei Paeng Clan and the younger sister of Paeng Juseong. Tall and perceptive, she tests Yeon Woohyuk upon meeting him and is impressed by his quick wit.

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  Dang Ryeong

  Supporting character

  A sharp-tongued young martial artist from the Sichuan Tang Clan skilled in poisons and hidden weapons. She becomes acquainted with Yeon Woohyuk during early incidents in the capital.