Banned from the Jeju Ant Raid: The Shocking Reason Why This Solo Leveling Powerhouse Was Denied

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Summary

  • Korea struggles against evolved ants on Jeju Island, needing help from powerful hunters of S-rank or national-level caliber.
  • Hwang Dong-Soo seeks revenge against Sung Jin-Woo, but is banned from the Jeju raid due to ulterior motives.
  • Dong-Soo’s plan backfires when he faces Jin-Woo in Solo Leveling.

In the narrative of “Solo Leveling”, the arc involving Jeju Island stands out as a pivotal plot point, where Korea and Japan collaborate to reclaim the island overrun by mutated ants. At first, Min Byung-Gu expresses reluctance towards participating in this mission. However, a significant character from “Solo Leveling” offers to lead the operation, but is ultimately barred from doing so. Can you tell me who this character is and why he’s prohibited from joining the raid?

1. Prior to the initiation of the Jeju Ant Raid, the Korean Hunters Association finds itself under significant stress due to the swift evolution of ants. These flying insects have started attacking neighboring islands, and it’s only a matter of time before they trigger a larger catastrophe. Clearing this infestation won’t be easy; the country desperately requires the assistance of top-tier S-rank hunters or even those with national-level prowess.

2. In the lead-up to the Jeju Ant Raid, the Korean Hunters Association is facing a tremendous challenge from the rapidly evolving ants. As these insects have acquired the ability to fly and are attacking nearby islands, it’s just a question of when they will bring about even more devastation. Dealing with this ant infestation won’t be a simple task; the country needs the help of highly skilled S-rank hunters or those with national-level expertise.

3. The imminent Jeju Ant Raid poses a significant threat to the Korean Hunters Association, as the ants have begun to evolve rapidly and are now flying and attacking neighboring islands. It’s only a matter of time before they cause a catastrophic disaster. To combat this infestation, the country needs the assistance of powerful S-rank hunters or even those with national-level abilities.

4. The Korean Hunters Association is under immense pressure due to the evolving ants causing havoc in the Jeju region, as they can now fly and attack nearby islands. A greater disaster is imminent unless these ants are dealt with swiftly. To tackle this issue, the country requires the help of top-tier S-rank hunters or even those with national-level skills.

5. As the Jeju Ant Raid approaches, the Korean Hunters Association faces a formidable challenge from the rapidly evolving ants. These flying insects are attacking neighboring islands and will soon bring about a disaster of epic proportions if not stopped. The country needs the aid of elite S-rank hunters or those with national-level abilities to combat this infestation.

Korea Denies Hwang Dong-Soo’s Jeju Ant Raid Participation

An S-Rank Hunter’s Attempt to Cooperate

Despite Korea being home to strong S-rank hunters, it doesn’t imply that the country possesses enough power to retake Jeju Island. In reality, there were three failed attempts to open the S-rank gate, leaving both the nation and its hunters disheartened. Many lives have been lost on the island, yet all they can do is wait, hoping the threat eventually weakens over time. Unfortunately, it seems the threat keeps evolving.

Due to the increasing severity of the ant problem, the Korean Hunters Association is desperately seeking aid from bold hunters willing to take on life-threatening risks. However, not even the country’s top hunters are deemed capable of confronting the Ant Queen and her colony, given Jin-Woo’s absence from the raid. In this critical situation, Hwang Dong-Soo reaches out to Woo Jin-Chul with an offer that raises some eyebrows.

During our previous discussion, I hadn’t mentioned it, but secretly, we’ve received a message from someone of utmost importance.” (Woo Jin-Chul to Go Gun-Hee)

As Jin-Chul suggests, it’s revealed that Hwang Dong-Soo covertly reaches out to the Korean Hunters Association, expressing his readiness to participate in the impending Jeju Island operation. Yet, Go Gun-Hee and Woo Jin-Chul soon discern that this raid isn’t Dong Soo’s primary goal. To thwart him and prevent his entry into the country, the KHA employs the contentious encounter between Baek Yoon-Ho and Hwang Dong-Soo during the Red Gate incident as a useful pretext.

Hwang Dong-Soo’s Personal Vendetta

An Obvious Ploy Against Sung Jin-Woo

Dong-Soo’s intense grudge against Jin-Woo motivates him to take part in the fourth Jeju Island raid. Moreover, his previous defeat at the hands of Il Sung-Hwan, Jin-Woo’s father, has driven him to seek revenge. This relentless desire for retribution intensifies his animosity towards Jin-Woo, and it becomes apparent that his intentions are not pure. If the KHA were to permit Dong-Soo’s involvement, there is a possibility that he may face dire consequences at the hands of Korea’s latest S-rank hunter.

“I barely got my life back! You think I will cower in fear?”—Sung Jin-Woo

Due to a situation, Thomas Andre journeyed across continents to discuss Hwang Dong-Soo with Sung Jin-Woo or Go Gun-Hee in Korea. Unfortunately, he couldn’t meet Jin-Woo who was engrossed in a dungeon at the moment, but he did chat with Go Gun-Hee instead. To his surprise, Thomas discovered that the KHA had turned down Dong-Soo’s request before his arrival. With his tasks completed, Thomas headed back to America, deciding not to participate in the raid unless Korea was ready to cover his high hunter fee.

This section contains spoilers from the Solo Leveling manhwa.

What Will Hwang Dong-Soo Do Now?

He’s Still Up to No Good

Hwang Dong-Soo is like a time bomb waiting to explode, driven by his unyielding quest to reveal the truth surrounding the enigmatic demise of his elder brother, Hwang Dong-Suk. He firmly suspects that Jin-Woo and Jin-Ho were responsible for his brother’s death and the annihilation of their group during the Dungeons and Lizards arc, as they were the sole survivors of the raid. Despite the legal constraints and cautionary advice from Thomas Andre, Dong-Soo’s thirst for revenge becomes increasingly intense.

“Well, being a little frustrated is better than being dead, I’m sure!”—Thomas Andre

It’s quite likely that Dong-Soo will create a significant conflict during the International Guild Conference storyline involving both Jin-Woo and Thomas Andre. His actions might lead him to kidnap Jin-Ho and subject him to brutal interrogation in an abandoned warehouse, hoping to uncover certain truths. This rash behavior will undoubtedly provoke Jin-Woo, a hunter who’s already incredibly powerful within the series, even surpassing Thomas Andre.

Ultimately, Hwang Dong-Soo’s scheme is bound to rebound on him since Jin-Woo won’t allow his spirit to find peace. His demise won’t mark the end for him, as Jin-Woo will employ shadow extraction to revive him from the grave. Known henceforth as Greed, this new shadow of Jin-Woo will serve without question, yet prove to be a disappointment. However, in the popular series Solo Leveling, his character will serve as a persistent reminder of his downfall, stemming from his relentless pursuit of Jin-Woo despite their vast disparity in abilities.

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2025-04-26 20:36