Please be aware that this article contains spoilers for the *Solo Leveling* series! Even before the anime came out, *Solo Leveling* – based on the web novel by Chugong and its manhwa adaptation – had a huge following around the world. It became a global sensation, helping to introduce Korean web novels and manhwa to a much larger international audience. So, it’s no surprise that the anime adaptation by A-1 Pictures has also been very successful. Currently, the anime only covers the story up to the Jeju Island Arc, but both the novel and manhwa have already finished their storylines. The original novel concluded in 2018, and its ending sparked debate due to its complexity. Ultimately, the story ends with Sung Jinwoo defeating Antares, a powerful being known as the Monarch of Destruction and the King of Dragons.
Jinwoo asked to go back in time to before the magical Gates appeared, hoping to undo everything. While he succeeded in saving the world, everyone forgot his efforts, which frustrated many readers. It felt as if his entire adventure had been for nothing, because all the events of the story were erased. However, the peaceful world that resulted was actually built on the sacrifices he made to end a long war between powerful beings across multiple timelines. Though the ending initially confused fans, the epilogue helped them accept it somewhat. Recently, the author explained the reasoning behind this choice and expressed regret over how it was received.
Solo Leveling Creator Opens Up About Wanting to Explain the Ending
In a recent interview with LitRes, Russia’s leading digital book and audiobook platform, the creator of *Solo Leveling*, Chugong, revealed some insights about the series. The interview was translated and shared on X (formerly Twitter) by the fan account @SoloLevelingGuy. When asked if he would change anything, Chugong explained that he intentionally left certain scenes somewhat open-ended. He wanted to give readers space for their own interpretations and avoid making the story unnecessarily long.
Chugong mentioned that in retrospect, certain parts of *Solo Leveling* weren’t as clear as they could have been. If he could start over, he’d revise those sections to make the story easier to follow.
The story moves quickly, especially the ending, which is known for feeling hurried. For the most part, the plot is easy to follow, but the finale contains some unexplained elements that hint at the series’ conclusion, or the final story arc. The author has stated this ambiguity was deliberate, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions.
During the interview, Chugong clarified that *Solo Leveling: Ragnarok* isn’t a direct sequel to the original *Solo Leveling* story. He revealed he’s actually planning to write the official sequel himself, which will likely provide more details about the ending that sparked so much discussion. He also emphasized that while he appreciates all adaptations, the novel remains the most faithful and genuine version of the story.
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2025-10-10 18:40