The Most Arrogant Characters in Solo Leveling That Will Shock You!

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Summary

  • Lee Minsung is a manipulative A-rank hunter who craves attention, believing he’s superior to others.
  • Yuri Orloff, once the best support-type hunter worldwide, turned greedy and arrogant, causing his demise.
  • Goto Ryuji, leader of Japan’s top guild, embodied arrogance and paid the price with his life.

Solo Leveling takes place in an unusual realm where enigmatic Portals erupt throughout the globe, unleashing hordes of bloodthirsty monsters. Heroic human beings, known as “Hunters,” bravely risk their lives to eliminate these threats. The narrative introduces characters with diverse origins and species, some of whom acquire such immense power and authority that it ultimately corrupts them over time.

In the world of Solo Leveling, some characters exhibit an unbearable level of arrogance that detaches them from reality and makes them look down upon others they meet. These overly confident magic beasts and hunters are particularly hard to stomach.

Spoilers Ahead for the Solo Leveling manhwa

7. Lee Minsung

Fiend Guild’s Vice Guild Master

  • Anime Debut: Episode 18
  • Webnovel Debut: Chapter 92

Lee Minsung, known for his popularity as both an esteemed actor and top-tier hunter within the Fiend Guild, has mastered the art of personal branding. He skillfully employs media to project an image of a humble star; however, behind closed doors, he exhibits manipulative and arrogant tendencies.

Lee constantly seeks the spotlight, convinced of his superiority over others. Minsung is excessively prideful and self-focused, struggling to endure others receiving recognition, going to great lengths to maintain a false public persona.

6. Yuri Orloff

Best Support-Type Hunter

  • Anime Debut: Yet to Make a Debut
  • Webnovel Debut: Chapter 151

Without a doubt, one of the top barrier magic users globally, Yuri Orloff, was an exceptional S-rank hunter hailing from Russia. Much like other elite hunters, he was a highly valued figure, particularly in critical missions that could potentially involve a dungeon breach. Yuri’s unique skills and years of experience made him a desirable asset, earning him special consideration whenever his services were required.

As you probably know already, people call me the best support-type hunter in the world.

At certain stages in Orloff’s existence, he developed a sense of arrogance and opportunism, ready to leverage others for immediate gain. He even overlooked the danger posed by powerful figures like Gates, amassing all the profits self-centeredly—a move driven by greed that ultimately led to his demise and brought immense suffering upon many.

5. Goto Ryuji

Japan’s Greatest Hunter

  • Anime Debut: Episode 20
  • Webnovel Debut: Chapter 107

Ryuji went down a morally questionable path, prioritizing his own gain over others’ safety in various critical operations. As the head of Japan’s most powerful guild, he found himself leading high-risk missions. Regrettably, his triumphs as a hunter led him to make decisions that were influenced by self-interest rather than ethical considerations.

In the arc set on Jeju Island, Ryuji underestimated his opponent’s power due to his arrogance when facing the Ant King. Unaware of the immense gap between their strengths, he brashly agreed to battle and went so far as to boast that he was the king the Ant King was seeking. However, this reckless act proved to be his downfall, as the Ant King swiftly decapitated Ryuji without much effort.

4. Ant King

Boss Of Jeju Island S-Rank Gate

  • Anime Debut: Episode 23
  • Webnovel Debut: Chapter 119

The formidable and bloodthirsty creature, often referred to as the “Ant Queen,” exhibited a cold disregard for humanity and constantly pursued battles against the most powerful adversary available.

Are there others? Others you call king?

In a confident stride, the self-proclaimed Ant King assumed he was superior to every rival he crossed paths with, seemingly undefeatable. However, this overconfidence proved fatal when he collided with Sung Jinwoo. Regrettably, instead of claiming victory, Jinwoo vanquished him in battle and transformed the Ant King into one of his shadow warriors.

3. Architect

Boss Of The Double Dungeon

  • Anime Debut: Episode 1
  • Webnovel Debut: Chapter 2

The maker of the system and a steadfast companion to the monarchs, the Master Builder held authority over the Double Dungeon and was a sinister specter. He exhibited an extreme brutality and relished in violence.

You played around with a person’s life, so are you ready to face the consequences?

The Architect held humans in contempt, viewing them as insignificant bugs to be crushed underfoot. However, when Sung Jinwoo challenged him after regaining consciousness, the Architect was taken aback upon discovering that a human had grown powerful enough to outmaneuver the System he devised and overpower him.

2. Kargalgan

High Orc Shaman

  • Anime Debut: Episode 17
  • Webnovel Debut: Chapter 88

Kargalgan held the position as leader at the Hunters Guild Gate and resembled a magical beast with humanoid characteristics. Wielding potent magic spells, he often outmatched entire squadrons of top-tier hunters effortlessly. Yet, the proud high orc shaman held humans in contempt.

I took delight in manipulating others for my own amusement, often resorting to brutal methods against my adversaries. Their fear and pain fueled me, and I reveled in my narcissistic and haughty behavior. However, this arrogance was my undoing, as it ultimately led to my downfall. During my battle with Jinwoo, I had a fleeting moment of realization that he might be a Monarch – but it came too late, leading to the tragic end of the orc shaman.

1. Hwang Dongsoo

Korean Hunter Who Moved to America

  • Anime Debut: Episode 7
  • Webnovel Debut: Chapter 36

Hwang Dongsoo, originally from Korea, is a high-ranking hunter affiliated with the Scavenger Guild in America. Prior to his move, he had a short stint in Korea but was tempted by the wealth and influence promised by Thomas Andre’s guild. His loyalty towards his homeland and fellow comrades took a back seat as he prioritized career advancement over all else. Unfortunately, Hwang was not only disloyal and money-driven, but also exhibited an air of superiority, considering himself above the law.

Following my late brother Hwang Dongsuk’s enigmatic demise, I found myself consumed by a thirst for retribution, targeting Sung Jinwoo and Yoo Jinho. In my relentless quest for vengeance, I carelessly transgressed all boundaries, even coming close to engaging in a physical altercation with a top-tier Korean hunter – a fellow countryman I had once abandoned in pursuit of wealth and power. My inflated sense of self-importance and audacity knew no limits, as I arrogantly believed that I could act without ever bearing the repercussions of my actions.

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2025-03-14 13:05