Home. Shower. Coffee. Snack. PC on. It’s Solo Leveling time. Let’s go.
And wow, this episode went off. Just when you think Jinwoo can’t flex any harder, he proves everyone (except us, we know better) completely wrong. The fight scenes? Unreal. The moment when [insert major fight moment]? Literal chills. The way the OST drops right before he goes full Shadow Monarch mode? Perfection. And the reactions? Chef’s kiss. Seeing everyone slowly realize they’re in a completely different league never gets old.
Recap
This episode picked up right where we left off, with Jinwoo stepping into [major event or dungeon]. From the first few minutes, it was clear—he wasn’t here to play around. The enemies didn’t stand a chance. Watching him tear through them with that effortless confidence was pure satisfaction, but what really hit was the tension. Even knowing how overpowered he is, the buildup before the major confrontation had me on edge. And when it finally happened? Absolute destruction. The moment he summoned his shadows, you could practically hear the collective oh sht* from his enemies. But beyond the action, there were some great character moments too, especially with [insert key character], hinting at deeper things to come. And that ending? Pure torture. Just when it felt like we were about to get the moment, the episode cuts to black.
Final Opinion
The animation in this episode was some of the best we’ve seen so far. Every hit had weight, the choreography was clean, and the way they used lighting and effects made everything feel even more intense. The soundtrack continues to elevate the fights, kicking in at just the right moments to send chills down your spine. And of course, Jinwoo’s growth is still one of the most satisfying parts of the show. Seeing how far he’s come, how effortlessly he dismantles threats that would’ve killed him before, never gets old.
That said, not everything was perfect. While the action was top-tier, some side characters still feel like they exist just to react to Jinwoo rather than adding much to the story. The cliffhanger was brutal—not in a bad way, but in the I need the next episode right now kind of way. And while the animation was mostly stunning, there were a couple of CGI moments that felt slightly off, though nothing major enough to ruin the experience.
Overall, another fantastic episode. The momentum keeps building, and at this point, waiting for next week is going to be painful.