The highly anticipated Solo Leveling Season 2 is set to premiere in 2025, titled Solo Leveling Season 2: Arise from the Shadow. This season will debut alongside other popular anime such as Sakamoto Days and Re:Zero Season 3. One of the most distinctive elements of Sung Jin-Woo’s character is his ability to summon shadows, which is intricately linked to his necromantic powers.
Sung Jin-Woo has successfully recruited a multitude of iconic shadows to his army, with Igris being the first. Season 1 concluded at Chapter 45 of the manhwa, adapting a total of these chapters over 12 episodes.
While the total episodes for Season 2 remain unannounced, predictions can be made based on the first season. The upcoming season is expected to adapt Chapters 46-90, beginning with the Red Gate Incident arc and concluding with the Return to Demon Castle arc. The shadows will be ranked according to their levels as designated in the manhwa.
Disclaimer: This article contains significant spoilers for Solo Leveling Season 2.
New Shadows Sung Jin-Woo Will Acquire in Solo Leveling Season 2
5) Three Orc Generals
The Three Orc Generals make their debut in the Hunters Guild Gate arc, which is set to be adapted in Season 2. These Orcs primarily serve as pawns for Sung Jin-Woo during the Red Gate Incident arc and introduce him to Tusk, whom he ultimately transforms into a shadow.
While they become generic shadow soldiers towards the series conclusion, they initially function as protectors for Sung Jin-Ah and Jin-Woo’s mother.
4) Tank
Tank is another memorable addition to Sung Jin-Woo’s Shadow Army during the Red Gate Incident arc, where he confronts a group of Ice Bears. Sung Jin-Woo names one of the Ice Bears he conquers, giving birth to Tank.
Initially an elite-grade shadow soldier, Tank evolves to Knight grade by the series end, becoming one of Jin-Woo’s most utilized shadows, competing with Igris.
3) Iron
Iron represents the first shadow Sung Jin-Woo extracts from a human and will be among the initial shadows introduced in Season 2. Iron is the shadow of Kim Chul, an A-rank hunter from the White Tiger Guild who accompanied Jin-Woo into the Red Gate.
Initially antagonistic, Kim Chul’s attempt to eliminate Jin-Woo during a battle leads to his demise at Igris‘s hands, resulting in his transformation into Iron. As the story progresses, Iron reaches the rank of Elite Knight grade.
2) Kaisel
Kaisel is one of the fan-favorite shadows in Jin-Woo’s collection, ranking beside Beru, Igris, and Tusk. Kaisel, the shadow of the Wyvern Kaisellin, served as the mount for the final antagonist, Demon King Baran, in the last arc of Season 2, the Return to Demon Castle arc.
Throughout the narrative, Kaisel is utilized as a mount and trusted companion by Jin-Woo, achieving an Elite Knight grade by the conclusion of the series.
1) Tusk
Tusk is extracted from Kargalgan during the Hunters Guild Gate arc. Originating from an S-rank high orc shaman, Tusk serves as the principal antagonist in this arc. He begins as an elite knight-grade shadow but climbs to General grade as the narrative unfolds.
His proficiency in various types of magic, further enhanced by the Orb of Avarice, a cherished artifact gifted by Jin-Woo, solidifies Tusk’s role as one of the most critical shadows, along with Igris and Beru.
Final Thoughts
Solo Leveling Season 2 has been confirmed for release in January 2025. While the number of episodes is still uncertain, it is speculated that it may also consist of 12 episodes, similar to the first season.
Although Beru would have been a significant new addition to Jin-Woo’s shadow arsenal, it remains unclear if Season 2 will include the Jeju Island arc.
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