Solo Leveling’s Epic Showdown: Jin-Woo vs. Thomas Andre – When and Why?

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Summary

  • Jin-Woo will fight Thomas Andre due to Hwang Dong-Soo’s revenge plot, not just to prove strength.
  • Their encounter during the International Guild Conference will lead to a brutal fight.
  • Despite Andre’s strength, Jin-Woo will emerge victorious.

Following Sung Jin-Woo’s battle against the Ant King, enthusiasts of Solo Leveling are eagerly anticipating his next significant confrontation. With Thomas Andre making his anime debut during the Jeju Island arc, many fans can’t help but wonder when Sung Jin-Woo will square off against the world’s most formidable hunter. Although these two have yet to meet, there’s a palpable rivalry brewing between these powerful figures.

In the Jeju Island storyline of “Solo Leveling,” it was not for a fourth raid that Thomas Andre traveled to Korea; instead, he came to see Go Gun-Hee. His journey spanned from America, driven by the intention to prevent his fellow guild member, Hwang Dong-Soo, from participating in the raid. Despite possessing the capability to conquer an S-rank dungeon, Thomas declined to take part unless the hunter association agreed to cover his substantial fee.

This article contains spoilers from the Solo Leveling manhwa and novel.

Why Will Jin-Woo Fight Thomas Andre?

Hwang Dong-Soo Triggers the Clash Between Two Powerhouses

Sung Jin-Woo takes pleasure in battling various magical creatures and dungeon leaders on the battlefield. He’s also not hesitant to engage in combat with fellow hunters, having previously clashed with Kang Tae-Shik and Hwang Dong-Suk’s team. Nevertheless, Jin-Woo requires a solid motive to square off against a top-tier national hunter like Thomas Andre. He can’t simply travel to America, instigate a conflict with Thomas, and escalate matters into a major fight solely to determine who’s more powerful.

Because they are powerful figures, a confrontation between Jin-Woo and Thomas would be a catastrophe that worries both Korean and American Hunter Associations. However, a fight between these two hunters is unavoidable, as Hwang Dong-Soo has planned revenge. Hwang Dong-Soo was once a Korean hunter seeking vengeance for his late older brother, Hwang Dong-Suk, who died under mysterious circumstances with his team. Since the beginning, he has been keeping an eye on Jin-Woo, but due to several factors, he hasn’t found the ideal moment to strike.

“Everything that makes your heart beat faster is beautiful.”—Thomas Andre

It turns out that Hwang Dong-Soo falls under the authority of Thomas Andre, as he belongs to the Scavenger Guild which is led by none other than Thomas himself. Given Thomas’ strong bond with his comrades, anyone who poses a threat to his possessions, like Hwang in this case, will face consequences. So, if Jin-Woo should try to touch Hwang Dong-Soo, Thomas Andre has every reason to intervene and defend him.

When Will Jin-Woo Fight Thomas Andre?

Fight Details Revealed

In the upcoming storyline of “Solo Leveling,” Sung Jin-Woo is set for a battle with Thomas Andre. This confrontation takes place immediately following the Japan Crisis Arc. The fight between these two characters commences in chapter 145 and concludes in chapter 147 of the manhwa. As previously stated, it’s Hwang Dong-Soo who instigates this conflict as part of his plan for vengeance against both Jin-Woo and Jin-Ho. These two characters will travel to America specifically to attend the conference.

As events progress, Hwang Dong-Soo seizes Jin-Ho and keeps him captive while Jin-Woo is engaged in private matters. When Jin-Woo realizes that Jin-Ho has gone missing, he instructs his allies to locate him. Through their efforts, they eventually discover the whereabouts of Jin-Ho. Meanwhile, Thomas and the Scavenger Guild are simultaneously searching for Hwang Dong-Soo in an attempt to reach him before Jin-Woo does. However, fate has it that Jin-Woo encounters Hwang Dong-Soo before Thomas can intervene.

“I’ll have to stop you by force.”—Thomas Andre to Sung Jin-Woo

I’m absolutely thrilled about the upcoming showdown between Hwang Dong-Soo and Jin-Woo! However, let me warn you, it won’t be a fair fight; Jin-Woo is bound to overpower Dong-Soo mercilessly. But

Who Will Win Between Jin-Woo and Thomas Andre?

Victor Revealed

Against all odds and the colossal power of Thomas Andre, I firmly believe that Jin-Woo will secure the win in our impending clash. This unexpected triumph will leave even the first responders and fellow Scavenger Guild members astonished. In this battle, Jin-Woo will deliver such a crushing blow that every bone in Thomas’ body will shatter, causing him to bleed profusely. Such extensive injuries will require all available healers working together just to stabilize him. If not for Thomas being a national-level hunter or a ruler’s vessel, it would be impossible for him to recover from these wounds.

“Kill Sung Jin-Woo for me.”—Hwang Dong-Soo to Thomas Andre

The conflict between Thomas Andre and Sung Jin-Woo might not have arisen if not for Hwang Dong-Soo’s malicious intentions. Yet, without Hwang Dong-Soo, Jin-Woo and Thomas would have missed out on learning each other’s capabilities more deeply. Furthermore, the narrative would have followed a different path as Thomas wouldn’t have had a reason to reconnect with Jin-Woo again. Essentially, their relationship in Solo Leveling could have been less intriguing without that initial confrontation. Overall, fans can expect an exciting adaptation of their fight into the anime format.

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2025-04-01 21:24