This article contains spoilers for the Solo Leveling manhwa.
Summary
- Jin-Woo faces his most brutal fight without his shadows in season 3.
- Jin-Woo doesn't need his shadows to win tough battles, as proven in previous arcs.
Solo Leveling season 3 is expected to raise the bar even higher, as Sung Jin-Woo faces new opponents with formidable abilities. From corrupted hunters to menacing monarchs, he will go through a series of high-stakes battles that will definitely push his limits. Among the explosive fights expected to unfold next season, one stands out for its relevance and difficulty level.
Sung Jin-Woo has been fighting with the shadow army in the first two seasons of Solo Leveling. However, what happens when he loses his most trusted allies in a near-death battle in Season 3? Will Jin-Woo lose the fight, or will he overcome the challenge and win even without the shadow army? Let’s find out!
Solo Leveling Season 3 Will Show Its Most Devastating Death Yet
Fans should brace themselves for a heartbreaking character death in Solo Leveling season 3.
Jin-Woo’s Most Brutal Fight Without His Shadows Is Coming in Season 3
No Shadows, No Problem
Since Jin-Woo learned the Shadow Extraction skill, he has been consistent in raising shadows one after another without hesitation. This skill seems like his favorite among others, given its unique function of turning powerful foes into allies. From Igris to Beru, different kinds of hunters and magical beasts have joined his army, all willing to serve under his command.
At this point, it’s fair to assume that Jin-Woo has grown dependent on the shadows after using their strength repeatedly. He can rely on them for leveling up faster, in addition to clearing dungeons easier. Together, they continue to reach new heights while gaining more powerful allies along the way. In other words, Jin-Woo and his shadows have become inseparable through their shared wins.
"As long as I keep going, I can continue to grow as a hunter." —Sung Jin-Woo
However, Jin-Woo's most brutal fight without his shadows is expected to happen in Solo Leveling season 3, based on the events of the manhwa. This setup will be one of the most problematic for Korea’s strongest hunter, as the shadows will not be able to help and assist him in battle. But how did Jin-Woo even find himself in this dire situation? The answer lies in the Cartenon Temple, the place where everything began for him.
How Strong Is Jin-Woo Without His Shadows?
Jin-Woo's Solo Power Is Enough to Win
Even without the shadow army, Sung Jin-Woo is a force to be reckoned with. He has been fighting all by himself in Solo Leveling season 1, but he has grown significantly stronger even with the shadow army by his side. And even if Jin-Woo opted to accumulate most of his ability points in intelligence from season 2, he never forgot to pay attention to his strength, agility, and sense stats.
As a result, Jin-Woo successfully proves to the architect of the system his individual strength. During the Double Dungeon arc, the architect forbids Jin-Woo from using the shadow army, forcing him to rely on his own abilities. Despite this condition, he defeats the giant statues, including the Absolute Being, with brute force and speed. He also takes advantage of the Commander’s Authority skill and combines it with speed to outmaneuver the Absolute Being.
"I will swallow the system." —Sung Jin-Woo
In the past, Jin-Woo couldn’t read the movements of the statues as if they were teleporting, but now, everything has changed. He sees them all, as his senses have grown sharper than ever, allowing him to win. Of course, Jin-Woo also wins against the Architect, even before he receives the Black Heart from the Shadow Monarch. In fact, he exceeded his opponent’s expectations, truly impressed by his strength.
What Will Happen to Jin-Woo's Shadows?
Fans don’t need to worry about Jin-Woo's shadows, for they will never disappear, even after they were forbidden to join the fight against the architect in Solo Leveling, based on the source material. In addition, they will continue to exist, even after the architect is defeated and locked out of the system. This means Jin-Woo will face no problems regarding the existence of his shadow army throughout the original series. Of course, it’ll be a different story in Ragnarok.
All in all, Jin-Woo's performance against the Architect in the Double Dungeon arc proves that he doesn’t need the shadow army to win a difficult fight. He can easily live up to the series’ title, as he’s truly worthy of being called a solo player, or a one-man army. For now, fans who want to see this epic fight unfold can turn to the Solo Leveling manhwa while waiting for the next season.
Solo Leveling
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- 2024 - 2025-00-00
- Network
- Tokyo MX, Gunma TV, BS11, Tochigi TV
