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Solo Levelingstands out as one of the few Korean manhwa that achieved immense global fame, even before its anime adaptation was announced. Not to mention, the anime has achieved a lofty status and a massive following within the isekai fandom. Despite its controversial debut,Solo LevelingSeason 1 lived up to fans’ expectations, captivating several fans to the series.
Solo Levelinghas undoubtedly played a vital role in increasing the Webtoon series’ popularity, captivating several new readers to the lesser-known world of Korean Webtoons. While Song Jinwoo dominates theSolo Levelinglandscape, the Shadow Monarch is far from the only top Hunter or interesting character in the series. The story’s heavy focus on the main protagonist dims the potential of other characters who could have been key additions.
Solo LevelingMissed the Mark by Wasting a Promising Female Character
Owing to manhwa’s immense popularity,SLanime instantly took the entire internet by storm. Following Season 1’s immense success, the season finale left fans unsatisfied and craving more.Solo Levelingranks among the biggest hits of the Winter 2024 anime season, with fans applauding its stunning art, sharp execution, and strong direction.
Based on Chugong’s highly popular web novel, it follows the story of Sung Jinwoo, who is introduced as the weakest hunter because of his low-rank status as an E-rank hunter.
Even for those unfamiliar with the nuances of the Korean webtoon industry,Solo Levelingis well-known for its immense popularity in the manhwa scene.
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Though most of the story focuses on the protagonist, there are a plethora of side characters inSolo Leveling, and some pretty fun female cast members are scattered throughout the series.
While Cha Hae-In quickly became a fan favorite, many fans and manhwa readers feel the series squandered agreat female characterwho had the potential to significantly enhance the story.
Lee Joohee used to be a B-rank hunter and healer who helped the main character explore the lowest level gates, back when everyone underestimated and overlooked Sung Jinwoo for being the weakest hunter.
Since Lee Joohee’s introduction in the early chapters, many fans saw her as a perfect match for Sung Jinwoo. In Solo Leveling, healing magic hunters are a rare and valuable asset, yet the author chose to sideline her early on, never bringing her back into the story.
Moreover, she was one of the survivors of the Double Dungeon Raid, who fans highly adored since the introduction. Had the mangaka chosen to highlight Lee Joohee, she could have been a standout addition to the story.
She always displayed a kind and caring nature, especially towards our protagonist, who constantly worried about his well-being and got upset by his frequent injuries.
Despite her skills, she retired from hunting after the traumatic Double Dungeon incident, opting for a safer path due to her fear of high-risk portals.
Uncovering the Hidden Challenges of Bringing Sung Jinwoo’s Voice to Life inSolo Leveling
Although Sung Jinwoo quickly won over the hearts of many anime fans, the challenges of the main character extended beyond the storyline to the voice actors who brought this beloved character to life.
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Taito Ban and Aleks Le, the Japanese and English voice actors of Sung Jinwoo, respectively,once shared their experienceof voicing the E-rank hunter.
Taito shared that although Sung Jin-woo’s character is relatable, he also presented a unique set of challenges as the story unfolded. Moreover, the voice actor aimed to meet fans’ high expectations and infused their own creativity into bringing the character to life.
Solo Levelingmanhwa can be read on Webtoons, while the anime is available to watch on Crunchyroll
Mehul Rolta
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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.
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