Single Level: 8 Strongest Swordsman, ranked

The sword is a common weapon in the world Single leveling. Hunters, especially the warrior class, wield swords to kill magical beasts, and sometimes, unleash them to defeat rival hunters. The use of swords is not limited to hunters, as many of Sung Jinwu's shadows primarily rely on blades to carry out their master's orders on the battlefield.

Photo: Sung Jinwoo in solo leveling.

Solo Leveling: A Complete Guide to All Abilities in Sung Jinwu's System

Discover the secret of Sung Jinwoo's power in solo leveling, and how he became a great hunter.

It goes without saying Single leveling Filled with powerful swordsmen wielding different stances, fighting styles, and deadly blades. With their extraordinary sword skills, these powerful swordsmen can not only survive against the series' deadliest monsters and rival hunters but also stand at the top of the hunter world.

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Cha He-in can make any sword deadly

Whether wielding a sword in solo leveling
Whether wielding a sword in solo leveling

Even the strongest female hunter Single leveling wields a sword in battle. Cha Hae-in's moniker, The Dancer, inspired by his elegant yet deadly swordsmanship, is a clear testament to his exceptional skill as a warrior. Even Korea's most powerful S-Rank hunters rely on Cha Hae-in's sword skills to deliver the final blow to dungeon bosses with their swords.

at some point Single levelingCha Hae-in also made quick work of the pre-awakened Igris using nothing but the reserved warehouse blade. It doesn't matter which sword she uses, as her sword skill makes no difference to the quality of the blade.

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Goto Ryuji's swordsmanship made him Japan's best

Goto Ryuji uses a red katana during solo leveling
Goto Ryuji uses a red katana during solo leveling

Goto Ryuji met a tragic end at the hands of an ant during the fourth Jeju Island invasion, not that his fighting abilities, especially his sword skills, were mediocre compared to the surviving hunters. After all, he is one of the strongest hunters in Asia, possibly in the top five, behind only Jinwu and Liu Zhigang.

As the master of the eponymous sword guild, Goto Ryuji lived up to its reputation through his exceptional swordsmanship. Goto wields a long red katana in battle, slicing through the mutated ants with ease, except when he confronts the Ant King.

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Liu Zhigang's swordsmanship earned him worldwide recognition

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Before Sung Jinwu became Asia's most powerful hunter, the title once belonged to Liu Zhigang mostly due to his unparalleled swordsmanship and overall combat prowess that even surpassed Goto Ryuji's prowess. Hailing from China, Liu is renowned for his prestigious 7-star ranking, which is reserved only for the country's strongest hunters.

Liu Zhigang doesn't get as much screen time as national-level hunters like Jinwu or Thomas Andre, but his limited appearances prove why he's a highly capable swordsman. From effortlessly unleashing a deadly energy slash that single-handedly wiped out a swarm of mutated ants in a single strike, to single-handedly slaying a giant dungeon beast, Liu Zhigang consistently proved why he was the strongest swordsman in the entire series.

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Kandiaru can wield eight weapons simultaneously

Kandiaru is smiling at his statue
Kandiaru is smiling at his statue
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Besides the Absolute Being, rulers and emperors, there is another higher entity that plays an important role in the lore of the series. It is none other than Kandiaru, who serves as the arbiter and inventor of the system to adapt Jinwu's body in preparation for Ashbourne's capture.

Of course, Kandiaru is a formidable opponent on the battlefield, as he wields a different weapon in each of his eight weapons, including a pair of swords, an axe, a spear, and a mace. He wields all these weapons simultaneously, facing no problems with coordination, speed, and accuracy.

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Belion can instantly switch between sword and whip attacks

Bellion using a large blade in solo leveling
Bellion using a large blade in solo leveling

Within the Shadow Army, Belian serves as Sung Jinwu's strongest servant. He is a master swordsman who wields a large centipede-like blade that functions as both a sword and a whip, allowing him to instantly alternate between quick, deadly slashes and long-range strikes.

Second only to Igris, Belion's extraordinary swordsmanship is undoubtedly among the best. Single leveling. His mastery of the blade is so strong that even Beru could not match him in direct combat without risking serious injury. Opposing a swordsman like Belion would not be a good idea, as his passion for combat only strengthens his swordsmanship.

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Igris is Jinwoo's ultimate shadow sword master

Egris stands respectably in single leveling
Egris stands respectably in single leveling

Igris is one step ahead of Belion when it comes to swordsmanship. He is unmatched in the field, especially after reclaiming his true power after Jinwu's awakening. Once fully restored, Igris' swordsmanship reached a completely different level that even the Frost Monarch, Silad, found terrifying and troubling at the same time. Entrusted with the Demon King's Longsword by Jinwu, Igris became an absolute force of nature.

Even before becoming one of Jinwu's shadow soldiers, Igris overwhelmed his master with incredible speed, blasting through his defenses while unleashing sword slashes capable of cutting him in two. If Igris had not chosen to fight honorably, Jinwu would not have had a chance to defeat him unless Igris had fought with his sword.

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Ashborn's black and white swords were made for absolute power

Ashbourne looks terrifying on a singular level
Ashbourne looks terrifying on a singular level
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Before Sung Jinwu was granted the power of the Shadow Emperor and disappeared for good, Ashbourne was once a symbol of fear and power in the world. Single leveling. Blessed with absolute existence, he possesses extreme physical abilities as well as umbrakinesis, a power that many kings fear greatly.

On top of that, Ashbourne is a capable swordsman. When Ashbourne was still ruler, he fought using the White Sword. After abandoning the rulers and becoming the Shadow King, his weapon was replaced by a pure black sword, a symbol of death, darkness and his dominion over the shadows.

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Sung Jinwoo Excels with both swords and daggers

Sung Jinwoo holding a sword while solo leveling

While Sung Jinwu is a noted user of daggers, he sometimes relies on swords on the battlefield. In fact, Jinwoo initially relied on a rusty short sword to kill monsters in low-level attacks before wielding Kim Sangsik's steel sword. He later transitioned to Dual Dagger, whose powerful status debuffs complemented his fighting style well.

At some point during the attack on Jeju Island, Jinwoo even tested the Demon King Baran's longsword before handing it over to the Shadow Army's strongest swordsmen. Regardless of the weapon, Jinwoo can easily turn every sword or dagger into a deadly weapon due to his unparalleled fighting skills and intelligence.


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Release date

2024 – 2025-00-00

network

Tokyo MX, Gunma TV, BS11, Tochigi TV

directors

Tatsuya Sasaki, Toru Hamasaki

The authors

Shigeru Murakoshi, Shingo Irie, Fuka Ishii

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    Genta Nakamura

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