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Solo Levelingfans, it’s time to “Arise”—the anime’s debut season wowed audiences, and its second season,Arise from the Shadow, is on the horizon.Solo Levelingstood out as one of this year’s biggest animated spectacles, brilliantly bringing the Korean webtoon to life.
Season 2 debuts in January 2025, igniting excitement among fans following the release of its recent exclusive trailer. Though Season 1 of the anime faced some criticism, theReAwakeningfilm teased a sequel ready to silence the negativity.
Following the success ofReAwakening,Solo Levelingis set to reach new heights, with the manhwa drawing increased attention after its recent sequel release. Interestingly,Solo Levelingfans are comparingRagnaröktoBoruto, calling it the ideal sequel and criticizingBorutofor failingNaruto‘s legacy.
Solo Levelingfans hailRagnarökas a better sequel thanBoruto
Uzumaki Boruto has climbed up the ranks to become the strongest shinobi in history, surpassing even Naruto and Sasuke in the manga. Yet, the anime failed to carry on Masashi Kishimoto’sNarutolegacy and was seen as an unworthy sequel due to the anime’s past shortcomings.
Amid all the criticism, it’s undeniable that theBorutoanime falls short and pales in comparison toNaruto. ThoughBorutobegan as one of the most anticipated series, its significant downfall has sparked comparisons, withSolo Levelingfans pointing out Masashi Kishimoto’s struggles withBoruto.
Solo Leveling‘s success in the anime world proves that manhwa, like manga, delivers captivating storylines and characters that resonate with fans.
Solo Leveling Season 2 Trailer Is Raising Huge Red Flags for Keeping Sung Jinwoo’s Most Anticipated Fight Under Wraps
Even for those unfamiliar with the nuances of the Korean webtoon industry,Solo Levelingis well-known for its immense popularity in the manhwa scene. The manhwa blends violence with humor, offering funny reactions and comic relief, a balance fans really appreciate.
AlthoughSolo Levelinghas officially concluded, the series remains a hot topic, with its recent sequel gaining a massive fanbase and stealing the spotlight.Solo Leveling: Ragnarök, the latest sequel, has taken the internet by storm, captivating fans with Sung Suho’s journey.
This sequel has effectively filled the Sung Jinwoo-shaped void left by the anime series hiatus. More importantly,Ragnarökhas become a direct challenger toSolo Leveling,with many fans arguing its story and qualitysurpass the original.
Most notably,Ragnaröktakes a different path thanBorutoby allowing Sung Jinwoo to retain his strength and legacy. While Jinwoo embarks on his own journey in outer space, his child focuses on gaining power on Earth, keeping the story fresh without undermining the original protagonist.
Whereas inBoruto, Naruto lost Kurama which is a big nerf to the fan-favorite character, bigger than anything we have seen inNarutobesides Sasuke losing his Sharingan and Rinnegan.
Naruto as an adult actually becomes weaker during the pre-Borutointerim. Not to forget, both Kurama and Sasuke point out that Naruto has lost his edge, which the Hokage acknowledges.
Many fans were angered by Masashi Kishimoto’s decision to undermine Naruto to elevate Boruto. In contrast,Solo Levelingtakes a different approach, preserving its protagonist’s legacy, earning deep appreciation from fans, and drawing criticism towardBoruto.
Solo Leveling‘s producer reveals his biggest regret
Indeed,Solo Levelingis well-known for its immense popularity in the manhwa scene. However, none of this would have been possible without Dubu, the manhwa artist behindSL,whose breathtaking panels left countless fans in awe and played a significant role in promoting webtoon culture globally.
Solo Leveling‘s producer, Atsushi Kaneko, once revealed his biggest regret, which was not able tocollaborate with the manhwa artist. Indeed, with Dubu’s passing,Solo Levelinglost the gem that helped elevate the manhwa to new heights.
Solo Leveling Fans Aren’t Ready for an Internet-Breaking Fight Scene That Pits Sung Jinwoo Against The Most Formidable Monarch
Sadly, the heartbreaking news of his passing at the age of 40 in 2022 profoundly shook the fandom, leaving many fans in despair.
One of the key factors behindSL‘s immense popularity and dedicated fanbase was its stunning art andbreathtaking panels, all craftedby Dubu. Naturally, theSLproducer felt Dubu’s absence, believing his presence would have helped the anime achieve phenomenal success.
Solo Levelingmanhwa can be read on Webtoons, while the anime is available to watch on Crunchyroll.
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Mehul Rolta is a seasoned journalist with over 3 years in esports and soccer journalism. Transitioning to anime writing at Fandom Wire, Mehul shares his lifelong passion for anime about integrates professionalism. Dedicated to connecting the world of anime globally, Mehul shares thoughts and insights, communicating personal passion with professional insight.
