The Max Level Hero Has Returned! follows Davey, the weak prince of a small kingdom who was left in a comatose state after a tragic event. His soul traveled to a hero’s temple, where the souls of legendary heroes gathered. There, Davey trained for a thousand years, acquiring the knowledge and strength to become a max-level hero. After awakening, Davey vowed to take revenge on those who wronged him and restore his kingdom’s honor. His return to the political stage has shaken the balance of power among the nobles, forcing both allies and enemies to rethink their strategies.
In Chapter 197, Davey’s strategic move to secure an alliance with a neighboring kingdom created waves within the royal court. His bold actions have drawn the attention of powerful factions that now see him as both a threat and an opportunity. Chapter 198 is expected to explore the fallout from this alliance and introduce a new adversary who seeks to undermine Davey’s growing influence.
Plot of The Max Level Hero Has Returned!

Davey was the weak and overlooked prince of a minor kingdom, constantly ridiculed and underestimated by those around him. After suffering a near-fatal attack, he fell into a coma and found himself in a mysterious temple where the spirits of past heroes resided.
During his thousand-year training in the hero’s temple, Davey mastered advanced combat techniques, magic, and political strategy under the guidance of legendary heroes. When he finally awakened, he returned to the kingdom not as the weak prince everyone knew, but as a powerful figure determined to reshape his destiny.
In Chapter 197, Davey’s decision to form a strategic alliance with a neighboring kingdom sent shockwaves through the political landscape. His calculated move unsettled rival factions, some of whom are now plotting to counter his growing influence. Chapter 198 is set to reveal how Davey will handle the political fallout while preparing for the emergence of a new enemy lurking in the shadows.
The Max Level Hero Has Returned! Chapter 198 release date and time

The Max Level Hero Has Returned! Chapter 198 is scheduled for release on Thursday, April 3, 2025. The release times for different regions are listed below:
- Japan Standard Time (JST): Friday, April 4, 2025, at 12:00 AM
- India Standard Time (IST): Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 8:30 PM
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM
- Philippines Standard Time (PHT): Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 11:00 PM
- Korean Standard Time (KST): Friday, April 4, 2025, at 12:00 AM
- Eastern Time (EST): Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM
- Central Time (CST): Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 9:00 AM
- Mountain Time (MST): Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 8:00 AM
- Pacific Time (PST): Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 7:00 AM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): Friday, April 4, 2025, at 2:00 AM
Where to read The Max Level Hero Has Returned! Chapter 198
The Max Level Hero Has Returned! Chapter 198 will be available on Naver for the original Korean version. Supporting the official platform helps the creators continue the series.