Knight in Eternal Regression (also known as Eternally Regressing Knight) is a Korean fantasy manhwa that combines intense action, psychological drama, and the popular regression trope. The story centers on Encrid, a young man whose lifelong dream is to become a knight. Although once hailed as a “genius,” he quickly realizes that talent alone cannot make him strong enough to survive in a brutal world where skill, perseverance, and sacrifice define true greatness.
During a fateful battle, Encrid is fatally stabbed through the neck. However, instead of dying, he awakens back at the start of the same day—his memories intact. This mysterious loop traps him in a cycle of endless regression: every time he fails or dies, time rewinds, forcing him to relive the same moments again and again. At first, he uses the loop as a chance to train harder, correct his mistakes, and gradually refine his swordsmanship. Each reset gives him new insights into combat and strategy, slowly transforming him from a struggling apprentice into a formidable warrior.
But as the cycles continue, the psychological toll deepens. The pain of repeated deaths, the loneliness of memory, and the fear that he may never escape this eternal loop begin to erode his sanity. Encrid’s regression becomes both a gift and a curse—granting him unlimited chances, yet condemning him to endless suffering.
Beyond his personal struggle, the story explores themes of determination, resilience, and the cost of self-improvement. Set against the backdrop of a kingdom filled with political intrigue, deadly monsters, and rival knights, Knight in Eternal Regression examines what it truly means to pursue greatness when failure no longer means death, but endless repetition. Through Encrid’s relentless perseverance, the manga delivers a compelling meditation on the human spirit’s endurance in the face of despair.
