Solo Leveling

Solo Leveling

Industry	Entertainment, Publishing
Founded	July 25, 2016 (2016-07-25)
Headquarters	South Korea
Products	Web novel, webtoon, anime, live-action drama, video game

Solo Leveling, alternatively titled Only I Level Up, () is a South Korean fantasy web novel authored by Chugong. Its serialization began on Kakao's digital platform KakaoPage on July 25, 2016, with print editions released by D&C Media under the Papyrus imprint starting November 4, 2016. The novel has been officially licensed in English by Yen Press.

The webtoon adaptation launched on KakaoPage on March 4, 2018, featuring artwork by Jang Sung-rak (Dubu). The initial season concluded on March 19, 2020, and a second season continued from August 2020 through December 2021. Yen Press holds the English license for the webtoon, which D&C Media compiled into 14 volumes as of June 2025.

An anime television series produced by A-1 Pictures aired from January to March 2024, followed by a second installment titled Arise from the Shadow that ran from January to March 2025.

A Korean live-action drama adaptation is currently underway, with actor Byeon Woo-seok cast in a leading role. Furthermore, a spin-off webtoon named Solo Leveling: Ragnarok debuted in July 2024. The franchise also expanded into gaming with the role-playing title Solo Leveling: Arise, developed and published by Netmarble.

Plot

Set in a universe where hunters—humans possessing supernatural powers—combat lethal monsters to safeguard humanity, the story follows Sung Jin-woo. Initially one of the weakest hunters, he survives a catastrophic double dungeon event and is chosen by an enigmatic System that enables him to level up without limits, unlike other hunters whose abilities remain static. Jin-woo embarks on a quest to defeat foes and unravel dungeon mysteries. He discovers his inheritance as the Shadow Monarch Ashborn’s successor, transforming into an immortal necromancer commanding the dead. Contrary to other Monarchs who lead monsters against humans, Jin-woo fights to protect mankind.

Sung Family

Sung Jin-woo

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Sung Jin-woo () serves as the central character and was formerly classified as an E-Rank Hunter before acquiring boundless progression through the System. Surpassing even National Level Hunters, he assumes the mantle of Shadow Monarch in the conflict between Rulers and Monarchs. He weds S-Rank Hunter Cha Hae-in and fathers a son named Suho, who inherits part of his abilities. In the sequel Ragnarok, Jin-woo allies with the Rulers against the Itarim menace, sealing Suho’s memories and powers to allow him a normal upbringing until they are eventually restored.

Sung Jin-ah

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Sung Jinah () is Jin-woo’s younger sister, attending high school and not possessing hunter abilities.

Park Kyung-hye

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Park Kyung-hye (), mother to Jin-woo and Jin-ah, suffers from Eternal Slumber—a magical sleep disorder—which Jin-woo cures using a rare potion developed during his System training.

Sung Il-hwan

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Sung Il-hwan (), an S-Rank Hunter and father of Jin-woo and Jin-ah, vanished within a dungeon a decade earlier but later returns as a vessel for the Rulers to assist in their war against Monarchs. Following overexertion that leads to his death in Jin-woo’s arms, he is reincarnated retaining his memories but requests they be erased so he can live peacefully as husband and father.

Yoo Jin-ho

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Yoo Jin-ho (), originating as a D-Rank Hunter from an affluent background, becomes sworn brothers with Jin-woo and serves as vice-chairman of his guild due to his steadfast loyalty. Estranged from his biological sibling, he harbors feelings for Jin-ah and marries her in the revised timeline’s epilogue.

Cha Hae-in

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Cha Hae-in () stands as Korea’s sole female S-Rank Hunter specializing in swordsmanship. She possesses a rare condition causing other hunters to emit an unpleasant odor to her senses but finds Jin-woo uniquely agreeable. After multiple rescues by him, mutual romantic feelings develop; they marry and have a son named Suho. In Ragnarok, she vanishes simultaneously with Jin-woo’s departure to confront the Itarim.

Sung Suho

Sung Suho (), offspring of Jin-woo and Cha Hae-in and protagonist of Solo Leveling: Ragnarok, inherits some sealed powers from his father intended for a normal life. When Earth faces invasion by the Itarim, Beru unlocks Suho’s abilities and memories, granting him access to the System so he can defend humanity while searching for his missing parents.

Shadow Army

The Shadow Monarch resurrected an immortal legion of soldiers known as the Shadow Army, distinct from other hunters' summons by their ability to grow and communicate. Their ranks span from basic troops up to Grand Marshal level, with speech limited to those at the commander or general tier.

Ashborn

Ashborn (), titled King of the Dead and Monarch of Shadows, stands as the most powerful Ruler and the Greatest Fragment of Brilliant Light. Following countless wars between Rulers and Monarchs, he selected Jin-woo as his host to bring an end to the strife. Upon Jin-woo’s death, Ashborn revives him, transfers his abilities, and enters a state of eternal slumber, enabling Jin-woo to assume the mantle of Shadow Monarch.

Igris

Igris, known as the Blood-Red Commander, is a high-ranking knight celebrated for his exceptional swordsmanship and unwavering loyalty. He holds a marshal rank comparable to Beru but is surpassed by Bellion. Valuing discipline and education, Igris is a seasoned warrior from Ashborn’s ancient conflicts and was assigned to evaluate Jin-woo’s worthiness as Ashborn’s heir.

Beru

Beru originated as an ant shadow derived from the Ant King, an S-Rank beast defeated by Jin-woo. Now a formidable General elevated to Marshal rank on par with Igris but eclipsed by Bellion, Beru displays steadfast loyalty and harbors affection for Jin-woo’s son Suho.

Kargalgan/Tusk

Kargalgan, a high orc shaman shadow and leader of an A-Rank dungeon, nearly overwhelmed the Hunter Guild’s strike force and was the first to recognize Jin-woo’s status as a Monarch. As an Elite Knight Grade shadow, his strength rivals that of an S-Rank Hunter.

Kim Chul/Iron

Iron is the shadow form of Kim Chul (). After Kim Chul fell in battle against Baruka, Jin-woo extracted his shadow to fight alongside him. Notorious for foolish antics, Iron mimics Igris’ habit of presenting severed heads to Jin-woo.

Hwang Dong-soo/Greed

Hwang Dong-soo () is a Korean S-Rank Hunter based in America who sought revenge against Jin-woo following his brother’s death. After being slain by Jin-woo, he becomes one of Jin-woo’s shadows, earning the nickname "Greed."

Tank

Tank represents the shadow of an ice bear encountered during the Red Gate Incident. Classified as a Knight Grade Shadow equivalent to an A-Rank Hunter, Tank can effortlessly break through demonic forces and overpower formidable foes like Nagas.

Kaisel

Kaisel is the shadow derived from Kaisellin, a wyvern previously ridden by Baran. Following Baran’s demise, Jin-woo summoned Kaisel’s shadow primarily for aerial transportation purposes since it lacks combat proficiency.

Bellion

Bellion serves as Ashborn’s aide and is recognized as the most potent shadow at the Grand Marshal rank. Born ages ago from a mystical fruit of the World Tree, Bellion became Ashborn’s chief lieutenant and was the inaugural shadow created through Ashborn’s power.

National Level Hunters

Thomas Andre

Thomas Andre () ranks among America’s elite hunters and is one of five National Level Hunters globally ranked 1st overall. As a vessel for a Ruler, he carries the nickname Goliath due to his massive physique and superhuman strength. After being defeated by Jin-woo, he forges a friendship with him and bestows Kamish's Wrath, regarded as the world’s strongest magical weapon.

Liu Zhigang

Liu Zhigang () stands as China’s premier hunter and holds 2nd place worldwide among National Level Hunters. Also a Rulers' vessel, he was Asia’s strongest until surpassed by Jin-woo. Their acquaintance grows after meeting at an annual guild convention.

Christopher Reed

Christopher Reed () holds the 3rd global rank among National Level Hunters and acts as a Rulers' vessel. He is notable for being the first among seven hunters killed by Monarchs.

Siddharth Bachchan

Siddharth Bachchan (), India’s top hunter and ranked 4th globally among National Level Hunters, is also a Rulers' vessel. He never makes a physical appearance within the webtoon narrative.

S-Rank Hunters

Go Gun-hee

Go Gun-hee () serves as the Chairman of the Korean Hunters Association and is an S-Rank Hunter from Korea. He manages hunters, gates, and guilds throughout Korea. As a Rulers' vessel, his abilities are hindered by health complications related to his age. Ultimately, he is slain by the Monarchs.

Baek Yoon-ho

Baek Yoon-ho () is an expert in transformation magic and leads the White Tiger Guild. He is notably the first S-Rank Hunter to acknowledge Jin-woo's unique growth ability.

Choi Jong-in

Choi Jong-in () specializes in fire magic and holds the position of Guild Master within the Hunters Guild.

Lim Tae-gyu

Lim Tae-gyu () focuses on archery magic and commands the Fiend Guild.

Ma Dong-wook

Ma Dong-wook () is a tank-class hunter with expertise in gigantification and serves as head of the Fame Guild.

Min Byung-gyu

Min Byung-gyu (), skilled in healing magic, is a longtime friend of Baek Yoon-ho and perishes during the 4th Jeju Island Raid.

Eunseok

Eunseok (), who specializes in lightning magic, shares a close friendship with Baek and Min and dies during the 3rd Jeju Island Raid.

Goto Ryuji

Goto Ryuji () is regarded as Japan’s strongest hunter but lacks the power to match National Level Hunters. His pride ultimately results in his death at the hands of the Ant King during the 4th Jeju Island Raid.

Sugimoto Reiji

Sugimoto Reiji () is a Japanese S-Rank Hunter who takes over as vice-guild master following Goto’s demise.

Tawata Kanae

Tawata Kanae () stands as a formidable Japanese S-Rank Hunter who never encounters the Ant King.

Kumamoto Atsushi

Kumamoto Atsushi () is a Japanese S-Rank Hunter who enters a berserk state when wounded, significantly enhancing his physical prowess.

Hoshino Minoru

Hoshino Minoru () survives an encounter with the Ant King due to Goto’s intervention and is counted among Japan’s elite S-Rank Hunters.

Shimizu Akari

Shimizu Akari () is a Japanese S-Rank healer who becomes the Ant King’s first victim.

Tanaka Kenzo

Tanaka Kenzo () is recognized as a Japanese S-Rank brawler.

Kei

Kei () wields ice magic and possesses a heightened sense of smell comparable to Cha’s abilities.

Fujishima Tatsumi

Fujishima Tatsumi () fights using a sword and holds S-Rank status in Japan.

Izawa Ippei

Izawa Ippei () frequently teams up with Kei during combat.

Ishida Mari

Ishida Mari () is grouped with Goto and Hoshino among notable Japanese S-Rank Hunters.

Lennart Niermann

Lennart Niermann (), Germany’s leading hunter ranked 12th worldwide, is known for his strong sense of duty, having risked himself as bait to rescue Thomas from Monarchs.

Other Hunters

Lee Joo-hee

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Lee Joo-hee () is a Korean B-Rank Hunter specializing in healing magic. A longtime friend of Jin-woo since his E-Rank days, she survives the double dungeon ordeal but retires due to psychological trauma.

Song Chi-yul

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Song Chi-yul () holds C-Rank status and teaches kumdo. He has been a close friend of Jin-woo for many years and also survives the double dungeon incident.

Kang Tae-shik

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Kang Tae-shik () operates as a B-Rank Hunter and inspector within the Korean Hunters Association Surveillance Team. Secretly acting as a hitman exploiting gate lawlessness, he attempts to assassinate Jin-woo but is ultimately defeated and killed.

Woo Jin-chul

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Woo Jin-chul (), an A-Rank Hunter, serves as Chairman of the Korean Hunters Association. Formerly Chief Inspector, he becomes aware of the Monarchs versus Rulers conflict through Jin-woo. In Ragnarok, he manages gate openings under revised timelines and prepares for war against Itarim, classifying awakened criminals as "Villains."

Hwang Dong-suk

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Hwang Dong-suk (), a tank-class C-Rank Hunter and elder brother to S-Rank Dong-soo, attempts to kill both Jin-woo and Jin-ho over disputes involving loot but is defeated and killed.

Han Song-yi

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Han Song-yi (), an E-Rank Hunter, is a close companion of Jin-ah recruited for C-Rank raids alongside Jin-woo and Jin-ho.

Park Heejin

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Park Heejin (), affiliated with the White Tiger Guild at B-Rank level, participates alongside Jin-woo during the Red Gate event.

Son Kihoon

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Son Kihoon (), an A-Rank tank-class hunter, leads Strike Team B within the Hunters Guild.

Lee Bora

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Lee Bora (), an A-Rank Hunter, serves as part of Strike Team B.

Gina

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Gina (), specializing in telekinesis at A-Rank level, belongs to Strike Team B.

Han Semi

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Han Semi (), an A-Rank healer, also participates as a member of Strike Team B.

Seo Ji-woo

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Seo Ji-woo (), initially an A-Rank Hunter within Strike Team B, reawakens as an S-Rank surpassing Ma in strength during the sequel. She establishes her own guild and supports Suho.

Lee Min-sung

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Lee Min-sung (), known globally as a Korean actor turned A-Rank Hunter, joins the Reapers Guild.

Park Jong-soo

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Park Jong-soo (), an A-Rank tank-class hunter, leads the Knights Guild as its Guild Master.

Monarchs

The Monarchs () represent an ancient lineage of sovereign entities fashioned by the Absolute Being, serving as the central antagonists. Their objective is the complete annihilation of humanity, exhibiting supreme arrogance and power that exceeds even combined forces of S-Rank or National Level Hunters. Each Monarch commands a specific monster race and mirrors their physical traits, existing as spiritual entities who initially possessed humans but have since become autonomous beings.

The Original Monarchs

Antares

Antares (), known as the King of Dragons and Monarch of Destruction, stands as the most powerful Monarch and the leader of their assembly. Following Jinwoo’s elimination of three Monarchs, Antares invaded the human realm to confront him but was ultimately defeated by the Rulers and subsequently by Jinwoo in a revised timeline. His legacy is destined to be inherited by his son Suho.

Baran

Baran (), titled King of Demons and White Flame Monarch, is the first Monarch to be vanquished by Jinwoo during the battle at Demon Castle.

Rakan

Rakan (), King of Beasts and Fang Monarch, conducts investigations into Jinwoo alongside Sillad after his achievements on Jeju Island.

Sillad

Sillad (), King of Snow Folk and Frost Monarch, works in collaboration with Rakan to observe Jinwoo’s progress.

Tarnak

Tarnak (), King of Monstrous Humanoids and Monarch of Iron Body, partners with Rakan and Querehsha during the Japan Crisis.

Legia

Legia (), King of Giants and Monarch of the Beginning, functioned as the Hidden Boss within the Tokyo S-Rank Gate.

Querehsha

Querehsha (), Queen of Insects and Monarch of Plagues, joins forces with Rakan and Tarnak during the Japan Crisis.

Yogumunt

Yogumunt (), King of Demonic Spectres and Monarch of Transfiguration.

The Heirs of the Monarchs

According to Ragnarok, each Monarch possesses successors capable of inheriting their powers and titles, although these titles may evolve through succession. Jinwoo’s son Suho demonstrates inherited abilities from a young age. Ammut has been designated to succeed Tarnak as Monarch of Iron Body. These Heirs serve pivotal roles as allies to Suho in opposition to the Itarim.

Esil Radiru

Esil Radiru (), a demon noblewoman and eldest princess of the Radiru Clan, allied with Jinwoo after her defeat and now acts as a guide. She is set to succeed Baran as Queen of Demons and Monarch of Gluttony, becoming a vital ally for Suho.

Gray

Gray (), descendant and successor of Rakan as Monarch of Fangs, is among Suho’s initial allied heirs.

Ammut

Ammut (), a large reptilian humanoid liberated by Suho during a Pyramid Field raid, currently holds succession as King of Monstrous Humanoids and Monarch of Trials following Tarnak.

Arsha

Arsha (), former servant turned successor to Querehsha as Monarch of Plagues, also operates a nightclub in partnership with Lee Minsung.

Sirka

Sirka (), granddaughter and heir to Sillad as Queen of Snow Folk and Monarch of Nightmares, maintains connections with Cha Hae-In during her time trapped in the Chaos World.

Other characters

Yoo Myunghan

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Yoo Myunghan () is Jinho’s strict yet caring father and Chairman of Yoojin Construction. He aims to establish a Hunter guild under his family’s leadership.

Ahn Sangmin

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Ahn Sangmin () serves as head of the White Tiger Guild’s 2nd Division Management Department and seeks to recruit Jinwoo.

Matsumoto Shigeo

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Matsumoto Shigeo () is the calculating Chairman of the Japanese Hunters Association who attempted to manipulate the Jeju Island crisis for Japan’s advantage.

Rulers

The Rulers (), also called Fragments of Brilliant Light, are an ancient winged humanoid species dedicated to defending humanity from the Monarchs. Although their intentions are noble, their morally complex methods have indirectly resulted in millions of human casualties since monsters began emerging through gates. They bear angelic features and possess a unique telekinetic ability known as Ruler’s Authority.

Itarim

The Itarim (), referred to as Outer Gods, originate from external universes and are creators of all existence. After the demise of both the Monarchs and Absolute Being in Jinwoo’s world, they sought dominion over it. Their arrival sparked conflict involving the Rulers and Jinwoo. The Itarim serve as principal antagonists in Solo Leveling: Ragnarok.

Web novel

Solo Leveling initially appeared on Kakao's digital platform KakaoPage starting July 25, 2016, and was subsequently published by D&C Media under their "Papyrus" fantasy imprint. The English translation, titled Only I Level Up, was licensed by Webnovel and released between December 21, 2018, and June 24, 2019.

A second English edition was issued by Yen Press, spanning from February 16, 2021, to July 18, 2023.

Webtoon

The webtoon adaptation began serialization on KakaoPage on March 4, 2018, with its first season concluding on March 19, 2020. The second season ran from August 1, 2020, until December 29, 2021, comprising a total of 179 chapters. The artwork was created by Jang Sung-rak (known as Dubu), CEO of Redice Studio, who sadly passed away in July 2022 due to a cerebral hemorrhage. D&C Media published the initial collected volume on September 26, 2019.

In Japan, Solo Leveling made its debut through Kakao Japan's Piccoma digital comic platform, attracting over 650 million cumulative readers and earning the distinction of Piccoma's top webtoon in 2019. Since mid-2020, the webtoon has been available digitally in English via Webnovel and Tappytoon and is also offered on Tapas. Yen Press secured licensing rights for the collected volumes for North American distribution beginning March 2, 2021.

A side story was released from January through May 2023, featuring the original author Chugong’s return and a new art team following Dubu’s passing.

Anime

An anime adaptation was revealed at Anime Expo 2022, produced by A-1 Pictures, directed by Shunsuke Nakashige with scripts written by Noboru Kimura and character designs by Tomoko Sudo. Though initially slated for release in 2023, it aired from January 7 to March 31, 2024, on Tokyo MX and other broadcasting stations. The premiere episodes were showcased in December 2023 across Tokyo, Seoul, Los Angeles, India, and Europe.

Crunchyroll holds streaming rights for the series internationally, while Medialink licensed it for Southeast Asia and Oceania territories excluding Australia and New Zealand.

Following the conclusion of season one, a second season titled Solo Leveling: Arise from the Shadow was announced and broadcast from January 5 to March 30, 2025. A compilation film summarizing the first season called Solo Leveling: ReAwakening screened in Japan alongside early episodes of the second season from November 29 to December 12, 2024. Crunchyroll acquired North American distribution rights for this film and screened it in both the U.S. and Canada on December 6, 2024.

Music

The original score for the series is composed by Hiroyuki Sawano. The first season’s opening theme "Level" is performed by SawanoHiroyuki[nZk] in collaboration with Tomorrow X Together, while the ending theme "Request" is sung by Krage. The soundtrack was released in Japan through Aniplex and in the United States via Milan Records on March 27, 2024. Milan Records also issued a vinyl edition of the soundtrack in the U.S. on October 4, 2024.

For season two, the opening track "Reawaker" features vocals by Lisa alongside Felix from Stray Kids, with the ending theme "Un-Apex" performed by TK from Ling Tosite Sigure.

Live-action adaptation

In July 2025, Netflix revealed plans to produce a live-action adaptation of the manhwa, casting Byeon Woo-seok in the role of Sung Jin-woo.

Solo Leveling: Arise

Development of Solo Leveling: Arise, a role-playing game inspired by the series, was initiated by Netmarble in January 2022 and officially launched on May 8, 2024.

Solo Leveling: Unlimited

The blockchain-based Web3 digital collectible project titled Solo Leveling: Unlimited was created by Otherworld, a subsidiary under Cube Entertainment.

Solo Leveling: Karma

In July 2025, Netmarble announced the creation of Solo Leveling: Karma, designed for both PC and mobile devices.

Solo Leveling: Ragnarok

Announced in April 2023 by Kakao, Solo Leveling: Ragnarok is a sequel web novel that began serialization on KakaoPage from April 10, 2023.

Set chronologically after the original narrative, it centers on Sung Su-ho, offspring of Sung Jin-woo and Cha Hae-in, who inherits the Shadow Monarch's powers. To ensure a normal upbringing, Su-ho’s abilities were sealed during childhood; however, with the emergence of new Gates during his university years, he is selected as a Player and must rise as a Hunter to face threats connected to his parents’ disappearance.

Authored by Daul, who took over from original creator Chugong, the novel started with 104 chapters and concluded in July 2025 after 357 chapters. Chugong publicly endorsed Daul’s continuation, expressing enthusiasm comparable to his feelings when launching the original series.

The webtoon adaptation premiered on July 31, 2024. It was produced by Redice Studio with Dangdo adapting Daul’s storyline and Jin serving as the primary illustrator.

Web novel

Since its debut in 2016, the novel has amassed 2.4 million readers on KakaoPage and garnered consistently favorable critiques. Eun Yoon of Fugue placed it fifth among top web novels, commending it as "a standout within its genre that delivers thrilling and enjoyable experiences for enthusiasts of action-driven fantasy." Adam Symchuk from Asian Movie Pulse described it as a "page-turner," emphasizing the satisfying development of protagonist Jinwoo alongside intensifying conflicts, though he noted that waiting for future volumes was somewhat frustrating.

On the other hand, Timothy Blade of Comic Book Resources criticized the novel’s conclusion as "controversial," pointing out plot inconsistencies and narrative gaps. He regarded the comic adaptation’s ending as a hurried rendition of the novel’s finale, highlighting that Jinwoo’s motivation boiled down to a straightforward desire to protect loved ones rather than embodying a grand heroic cause.

Critical reception

The first season of Solo Leveling holds a perfect 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on nine reviews with an average score of 7.7/10. Critics from Anime News Network praised the series premiere for its well-balanced use of gore, captivating storyline, dynamic action sequences, musical score, and immersive world-building. The protagonist Sung Jin-woo was recognized as a relatable lead character compared to typical fantasy heroes. Rafael Motamayor of IGN awarded the season an 8/10 rating, highlighting its animation quality, visual effects, fight choreography, soundtrack, and world construction while noting some limitations in writing depth.

Honors and Awards

Year	Award Event	Category	Nominee	Outcome
2024	4th Astra TV Awards	Outstanding Anime Series	Solo Leveling	Template:Won
	IGN Awards			Template:Nom
2025	7th Global Demand Awards	Most Sought-After Anime Series of 2024		Template:Nom
	9th Crunchyroll Anime Awards	Anime of the Year		Template:Won
		Best New Series		Template:Won
		Best Action		Template:Won
		Best Animation		Template:Nom
		Best Main Character	Sung Jin-woo	Template:Won
		Best Score	Hiroyuki Sawano	Template:Won
		Best Opening Sequence	"Level" performed by SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]: Tomorrow X Together	Template:Nom
		Best Ending Sequence	"Request" by Krage	Template:Won
		Best Anime Song	"Level" by SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]: Tomorrow X Together	Template:Nom
		Best VA Performance (English)	Aleks Le voicing Sung Jin-woo	Template:Won
		Best VA Performance (Castilian)	Masumi Mutsuda as Sung Jin-woo	Template:Won
		Best VA Performance (Hindi)	Rajesh Shukla portraying Sung Jin-woo	Template:Nom
		Best VA Performance (Portuguese)	Charles Emmanuel as Sung Jin-woo	Template:Won
	5th Astra TV Awards	Outstanding Anime Series	"Solo Leveling: Arise from the Shadow"	Template:Nom
		Leading Voice-Over Performance	Aleks Le voicing Sung Jin-woo	Template:Won
		Supporting Voice-Over Performance	Justin Briner as Yoo Jin-ho	Template:Nom
	Japan Expo Awards	Daruma Award for Top Anime	Solo Leveling	Template:Nom
		Daruma Award for Best Action Anime		Template:Nom
		Daruma Award for Outstanding Original Soundtrack	Hiroyuki Sawano	Template:Nom
	20th AnimaniA Awards	Online Best TV Series	Solo Leveling	Template:Won
		Director Excellence	Shunsuke Nakashige	Template:Nom
		Studio of the Year	A-1 Pictures	Template:Nom
		Outstanding Anime Song	"Level" performed by SawanoHiroyuki[nZk]: Tomorrow X Together	Template:Nom