Read manhwa I Was More Overpowered Than the Hero, so I Hid My Power! online in English. Also known as Secretly More Powerful than the Hero and Yongsaboda Neomu Ganghaeseo Himeul Sumgim.

Yurian possesses unimaginable strength that far eclipses everyone around him, including the chosen savior of the world. Instead of basking in fame, he is forced to live an inconspicuous life as a seemingly useless student at a magic academy. Bound by a strict divine restriction to maintain the balance of the world, Yurian must never reveal that his abilities surpass those of the official hero. If he crosses that line and exposes his true level, he faces a fatal penalty.

Balancing the act of a complete weakling while surrounded by arrogant nobles and deadly monsters quickly becomes a frustrating chore. As dangerous threats escalate and the actual hero struggles to handle looming disasters, Yurian has to find clever loopholes to unleash his devastating magic without breaking his curse. Operating from the shadows, he steps in to obliterate enemies and fix catastrophic situations, all while desperately trying to keep his terrifying capabilities a secret from his classmates.

This series may appeal to readers who enjoy action fantasy, hidden identity, and overpowered protagonist stories.