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The most anticipated anime series of 2024,Solo Levelinghas finally concluded its first season with the final episode “Arise”. The episode was one of the best ones of the series and featured a perfect ending for the series. It gives Sung Jinwoo, the protagonist of the series, a new power which will make him even stronger than he already is.

The power and title that Sung Jinwoo earns in the final episode is the monarch of Shadows. While theSolo Levelinganime fans might not know much about the power, the manhwa fans are truly aware of the real strength and ability of this title. It is going to be one of the most important elements ofSolo Levelingin the future.
However, Sung Jinwoo is not the first user of the power. This power was first wielded by Ashborn, who was known as the King of the Dead. Ashborn is one of the most important characters of the series and the first-ever Shadow Monarch. His powers and abilities were unmatched, making him one of the strongest characters.

Sung Jinwoo Gains The Title of Monarch of Shadows
The previous episode revealed that Sung Jinwoo had a job change quest that needed him to defeat an army of knights, and the strongest among them was Igris, the Blood Red commander. After a lot of struggle and injuries, Sung Jinwoo was finally able to beat his opponent, thus promoting him to a Necromancer.
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However, Jinwoo’s fight against the Knights and Igris earned him so many points that he instantly got promoted from a Necromancer to a Shadow Monarch. The Shadow Monarch is one of the strongest titles and powers thatSolo Levelinghas ever seen. And Sung Jinwoo will be the perfect candidate for it.
Sung Jinwoo was chosen by Ashborn to be the next wielder of the power of the Shadow Monarch. Ashborn was impressed by the resilience and dedication of the protagonist, thus ultimately offering him probably the greatest strength inSolo Leveling.

The Power of Monarch of Shadows
The Monarchs, who will become the main villains ofSolo Levelingin the future, are an ancient species of creatures who desire to eradicate humanity.They are almost unmatched in combat due to their incredibly strong physical attributes and countless years of battle experience. They will prove to be one of the most important aspects of the story in the future.
InSolo Leveling, there are nine different types of monarchs, with the Shadow Monarch being regarded as the strongest. Ashborn was the first Shadow Monarch inSolo Leveling’shistory. This power is subsequently transferred to Sung Jinwoo, making him the world’s most powerful hunter of all mankind.

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He acquires an endless array of skills, the most potent of which is the ability to build his own army out of the shadows taken from the deceased. The first Shadow soldier Sung Jinwoo gains Shadow extraction from is Igris, and as the story progresses, Jinwoo will onlygain even stronger soldierswho will form his army.
You can watchSolo Levelingon Crunchyroll.
Tarun Kohli
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Tarun Kohli is the Senior Anime Writer at FandomWire, with over 2,900 published articles. He currently specializes in critiquing One Piece and other Shonen anime. A passionate fan of the genre, his love for thoughtful analysis reflects his genuine appreciation for the art of anime. His deep understanding of anime culture has earned recognition from industry figures such as Adi Shankar and the creators of Blood of Zeus.
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