WhileSolo Leveling’s anime has been a success,one of the most beloved aspects of the manhwa was missing in the adaptation, with the next installment having the opportunity to bring it back. A-1 Pictures took many creative liberties when adapting the source material, including restructuring and cutting certain scenes. As a result, due to the high pace of the adaptation focused on highlighting the major fights of Jinwoo as he levels up, most of the comedy moments were scrapped in the anime, much to the sadness ofSolo Levelingfans.
Solo Leveling’s anime took a more serious approach to the story. But this may change with the release ofSolo Leveling Season 3, which will not only add depth to the story by revealingthe mysteries behind the system, but also has the chance totake the anime a step further byimproving the lack of comedic relief momentsthanks to Jinwoo’s shadow army getting some more well-deserved screen time.
As Solo Leveling’s Mysteries Develop, the Anime Needs More Lighthearted Moments
Solo Leveling’s Manhwa Is Filled With Silly and Funny Scenes
One of the common criticisms of Jinwoo inSolo Levelingis that he doesn’t have enough personality and is emotionless compared to other protagonists. While the incident in the Double Dungeon influenced his change in demeanor, making him more stoic and level-headed, he is actually prone to humor in the manhwa. Sadly,most of Jinwoo’s funny scenes didn’t make it to the anime, such as Jinho whipping and hugging Jinwoo after he accepts to work with him.
Solo Leveling’s manhwa not only has many chibi-style drawings and funny expressions, but also includes hilarious interactions between Jinwoo and characters like Jinho, his sister Jinah, and the shadow soldiers.These scenes serve as comedic relief that helps balance the heavy and dark tone of the story, coming as a breath of fresh air after the intense and exciting battles, as well as being lighthearted moments that contribute to the viewers connecting with the characters.
Jinwoo’s Shadow Army Not Only Defeats Enemies in Solo Leveling
The Role of Jinwoo’s Strongest Shadow Soldiers
Solo Leveling Season 3will bring out a worse sense of dread and urgency as the overarching plot unfolds due to the dangers that threaten humanity. But,if given enough screen time, Jinwoo’s shadow army will fix the lack of humor inSolo Leveling’s anime.This is seen in one of the few comedic moments inSolo Leveling Season 2being highly enjoyed by fans, which was Jinwoo scolding Iron after he got a little too excited crushing Baruka’s body in the Red Gate Arc.
However, many manhwa scenes weren’t included in the adaptation, like Jinwoo asking Igris to stop bringing him decapitated heads because Iron has taken it as a habit too. As Jinwoo’s shadow army continues to grow, his strongest shadow army increases in rank, which gives them more opportunities to stand out and flesh out their personalities.
Because of this, onceSolo Leveling Season 3releases, as the shadow soldiers get more interactions with Jinwoo, becoming vital supporting characters,the anime has the opportunity to include more comedic relief scenes, which will also contribute to the plot feeling less edgy and more balanced.
Beru Will Have a Relevant Role in Solo Leveling Season 3
Solo Leveling Season 2’s ending introduces Beruas a shadow soldier, but the biggest difference from the rest of Jinwoo’s army is that he is the first so far capable of speaking.This represents a big change to Jinwoo’s army’s dynamicas it makes clear that after achieving a certain rank, other shadow soldiers like Igris, Iron, and Tusk will also talk to Jinwoo with viewers.
Additionally,Beru’s relationship with Jinwoowill also be interesting for viewers inSolo Leveling Season 3, as going from a brutal apex predator to a soldier with a sense of duty is a contrasting change, and ants are known for their incredible loyalty. Nevertheless, there is no doubt in manhwa readers thatif Jinwoo’s shadow army gets enough time to shine, they will win the viewers' hearts.
Solo Leveling
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Solo Leveling follows Sung Jin-woo, the world’s weakest hunter, who gains extraordinary powers through a mysterious program after surviving a brutal monster attack. As he navigates his newfound abilities, Jinwoo embarks on a quest to uncover the secrets of his powers and the dungeon that altered his fate.
