Housekeeper

Housekeeper, written by Chae Yong-Taek and illustrated by Ahndongshik, is a serialized science fiction manhwa that emerged from the South Korean webtoon scene. The story is set in a dystopian future where humanity faces extinction due to a mysterious virus, focusing on the relationship between a young boy and his domestic android companion. The narrative explores complex themes of artificial intelligence, morality, and the nature of human survival in an increasingly hostile environment.

The series is noted for its high-contrast aesthetic and detailed character designs, which lean into the traditional tropes of the genre while subverting them through a more somber, character-driven lens. By grounding its high-concept sci-fi premise in the intimate domestic life of its leads, the creative team crafted a work that bridges the gap between adrenaline-fueled action and melancholic philosophical inquiry. It was well-received for its visual consistency and the emotional weight of its central bond.