Quick Links
One ofAttack on Titan’s longest-running plot lines is Mikasa Ackermann’s undying love for her childhood friend, Eren Jaeger, the protagonist and final villain of the series. Eren and Mikasa’s relationship has been a massive debate ever since the series started, with some fans questioning whether Eren actually loves her or not. And while the series always gave not-so-subtle hints at their true feelings, the finale gave a resounding answer to the ten-year-long question.
Attack on Titan: How Was Anime’s Ending Different From The Manga
Attack on Titan anime’s ending was slightly different from the manga, and here are some of the major differences between these two endings.
Eren has explicitly stated on several occasions that his ultimate goal is to make sure his friends live long and peaceful lives, and that, of course, includes Mikasa, but while some questioned Eren’s feelings, the answer to this question has never been more clear.
Attack On Titan
Eren’s Alternative To The Rumbling
Back in Marley, when the Survey Corp traveled there to hear the conclusion of the United Nations regarding Paradis Island, Eren asked Mikasa a question that she had no idea how important it was: “What Am I to you?”. Eren’s mind was a complete mess due to his connection with Paths, and his goal to activate the Rumbling was all but determined. But at that moment, he gave himself and Mikasa a choice. Eren asked that question as a sort of confession, expecting her to give the answer he was looking for, the answer he knew Mikasa had in her heart. But she instead called him “family,” sending Eren into the absolute certainty of his horrific future, The Rumbling.
Attack On Titan: All Nine Titans In The Series, Ranked
Here are the nine Titans of Attack on Titan ranked by their strength.
However, in Paths, in an alternate life, Mikasa gave him the answer they both wanted, and they dreamed of a new house, someplace to be at peace. In Paths, Eren and Mikasa lived together in a cabin away from the war and everyone. Spending their time together happy even if it was in a separate life from reality.
Eren’s Confession To Armin
During his final moments, Eren had a heart-to-heart conversation with his best friend, Armin Arlert, explaining the entire situation before they met one last time in battle for the sake of the world. After Armin yelled at Eren, criticizing him for his treatment of Mikasa, Eren finally admitted his feelings; with tears in his eyes, he confessed how he wanted Mikasa to love him forever and how he truly wanted to be with her and the others.
Attack On Titan: 15 Saddest Episodes
From Season 1’s The Defeated to Season 4’s Assassin’s Bullet, these are the saddest and most emotional episodes in Attack on Titan.
Eren truly loved Mikasa, but in a life filled with violence and war, they could never have a happy life together. If only their time in the cabin where they had a world without time, life, or death and separate from the hell they lived in.
Eren And Mikasa’s Songs
For attentive listeners, there are a number of songs used in the series that have referred to Eren and Mikasa’s love. “The Rumbling” by SIM is written from the perspective of Eren, and “Under the Tree” also by SIM is Mikasa’s perspective. The original soundtrack used for the anime since season one, “Call Your Name” by Hiroyuki Sawano and MPI, is all about Eren and Mikasa’s life together in the cabin.
Attack on Titan Release Date
Where to Watch
July 10, 2025
Crunchyroll
NEXT:Attack On Titan Finale: Eren And Mikasa’s Cabin Vision Explained
