Basic Info.

​After School War Activities is a Korean science fiction/thriller webtoon by Ha Il-kwon. The story takes place in a unique setting where all students nationwide are conscripted to join a war in exchange for extra academic points. It depicts the harrowing journey of students thrust into the extreme realities of war, as they undergo rigorous combat training, face real battlefields, and fight to survive against all odds.​

Additional Info.

​"Writer Ha Il-kwon revealed that he did not plan the plot and storyline of After School War Activities in advance but developed the narrative as ideas came to him. Despite this unconventional approach, the work is highly regarded for its well-crafted composition and depth. Ha Il-kwon, recognized as one of Korea's top webtoon creators, delivered a fresh and impactful work by blending science fiction and thriller elements, a stark departure from the tone and themes of his earlier projects. The webtoon vividly portrays the tragedy of war and the mental and physical anguish experienced by students, while delving into human nature and the moral choices people make in extreme situations. While the drama adaptation received positive reviews for its production quality and visual effects, many viewers felt that it fell short in capturing the original work's core themes and emotional weight. Some criticized the adaptation for being reduced to a conventional alien apocalypse drama, losing the philosophical depth and social commentary of the webtoon. However, the CGI in the drama was widely praised, especially for its vibrant and dynamic portrayal of the alien life form. This was a marked improvement over the original webtoon's depiction of the ""sphere"" as a simple, plain purple ball, which some readers had found underwhelming. In a notable creative decision, the opening and ending credits of the drama display the names of the student actors in alphabetical order. This reflects the author's belief that all students in the second and third grade classes are equally important protagonists. By giving each student character significant narrative weight, the story underscores the collective experiences and individual struggles of the students, reinforcing the idea that every character plays a vital role in the overarching narrative."​