There is a lot of discussion about Crunchyroll’s new hit, Solo Leveling on social media. It seems like this anime is attracting attention and is being compared to the classic anime Attack on Titan. Let’s dive into the subject, see what the two anime series have in common and what makes them different.
Similarities in theme and structure
Right away, you can notice that Solo Leveling comes across with a very reminiscent feel to Attack on Titan. Both have a dark atmosphere where humanity takes the spotlight, facing menacing monsters.
The first episodes of Solo Leveling have a creepy, tragic feel, especially thanks to the music by Hiroyuki Sawano, who also worked on Attack on Titan. Not to mention the dual dungeon scene in Solo Leveling is very intense and reminiscent of the action scenes in Attack on Titan.
Furthermore, both series started with a bang, with the first episode filled with unexpected twists and turns that shocked viewers. This kind of start gives a boost to the series and makes anyone want to see more.
The main character has a similar origin
The two main characters Jinwoo from Solo Leveling and Eren from Attack on Titan have their origins related in some ways. Both are guys who went through some pretty tough times and had to reinvent themselves, face their fears, and become stronger. This is one of those classic themes that always works well in shounen anime.
In Eren’s case, it was the terrible scene of the Titans destroying the wall and the tragedy with his mother that set him on the path of the hero. On the other hand, Jinwoo had a traumatic experience in the double dungeon, witnessing the people in the party being disunited and betrayed. These moments are decisive for both protagonists and shape their journeys.
An exciting and mysterious journey
Attack on Titan is off to an overwhelming start, as people try to understand the meaning of the Titans and the mystery behind them. On the other hand, in Solo Leveling it was important to find out how Jinwoo leveled up and the story behind the mysterious person. Solo Leveling doesn’t quite have the thematic depth that Attack on Titan explores, but Jinwoo’s trajectory promises to be just as exciting.
We can even compare the vibe of Solo Leveling to other fantasy series that have been successful, like “That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime” and “One Punch Man”. These stories also feature strong protagonists and rich, detailed worlds.
Both works have an ending that does not satisfy fans
Another similarity is that the endings of both works did not satisfy most fans. The author overthrew the entire plot and made the story meaningless. Some fans hope that the Solo Leveling anime will have some changes in the ending to please fans more.
Will Solo Leveling be a new anime masterpiece?
The Solo Leveling anime just came out but has already shown that it is here to stay. The anime surprised manhwa fans and also attracted a new audience. From the way things are going, Solo Leveling has everything it needs to become the next big hit, following in the footsteps of Attack on Titan and becoming a classic.
