Solo Leveling: How to Become a Guild Master, Explained

Summary

  • Guild masters in Solo Leveling oversee guild growth, safety, and reputation.
  • Becoming a guild master requires joining 20 dungeon raids, passing an exam, and building up resources.
  • Yoo Jin-Ho opts not to become a guild master, joining Jin-Woo at Ahjin Guild instead.

In the realm of Solo Leveling, each guild is overseen by a powerful and competent figure known as a Guild Master (GM). Becoming a GM carries significant responsibilities but acquiring the license for this role can be surprisingly straightforward if one fulfills the necessary conditions. Many people, even Sung Jin-Woo himself, might not realize this, which could account for the relatively small number of guilds featured in the series.

In the world of “Solo Leveling”, some of the most influential guilds can be found in South Korea. For instance, there’s the White Tiger Guild led by Baek Yoon-Ho, the Hunters’ Guild managed by Choi Jong-In, the Fame Guild overseen by Ma Dong-Wook, the Fiend Guild run by Lim Tae-Gyu, and the Knights Guild headed by Park Jong-Soo. Notably, most of these guild leaders are either S-rank or A-rank hunters themselves. Given this, it’s only natural that those aiming to become guild masters must strive to meet the same exceptional standards.

The Significant Role of Guild Masters

Guild Masters Are More Than Just Figureheads

Guild leaders oversee the various guilds, acting as both strategists for the guild’s prosperity and protectors for its members. Their roles encompass a wide spectrum, from coordinating raids to shaping the guild’s political and economic landscape. They work tirelessly to uphold the guild’s esteemed standing while fortifying it by attracting powerful members. Fundamentally, their primary concern is the well-being of their members, often going the extra mile to offer assistance and rescue when needed.

“I want to receive a license to become a guild master.”—Yoo Jin-Ho to Sung Jin-Woo

In the fourth episode of season 2 of the series “Solo Leveling,” titled “I Need to Stop Faking,” we witness the Hunters Guild, under the command of Choi Jong-In and Vice Master Cha Hae-In, demonstrating how an established guild effectively clears a high-rank gate. Their approach involves deploying an elite attack force, a mining team, and a recovery team to navigate the dungeon smoothly and minimize risk. This well-orchestrated strategy highlights Choi Jong-In’s leadership abilities and his extensive experience in dungeon raiding, making him a highly respected figure among aspiring guild masters in South Korea.

Known Guild Masters in Solo Leveling Guild Rank
Choi Jong-In Hunters Guild S-Rank
Baek Yoon-Ho White Tiger Guild S-Rank
Ma Dong-Wook Fame Guild S-Rank
Lim Tae-Gyun Fiend Guild S-Rank
Park Jong-Soo Knights Guild A-Rank
Sung Jin-Woo Ahjin Guild S-Rank
Thomas Andre Scavenger Guild S-Rank
Goto Ryuji Draw Sword Guild S-Rank
Reiji Sugimoto Draw Sword Guild S-Rank

How To Become a Guild Master?

Yoo Jin-Ho Reveals Two Easy Steps

In contrast to what many believe, it’s surprisingly straightforward to acquire a guild master’s license, as shown in episode 7 of Solo Leveling, titled “Let’s See How Far I Can Go.” For someone as wealthy as Yoo Jin-Ho, this process is practically effortless. However, his rank as a hunter doesn’t determine his ambition to become a guild master. Instead, he requires financial resources to secure the necessary gates and has Sung Jin-Woo for support.

To clarify, Jin-Ho outlines two essential paths towards attaining the title of guild master. Initially, an individual must participate in at least 20 dungeon raids. However, due to this requirement, it’s challenging for a regular person to achieve this position since they first need to unlock their abilities and transform into a hunter, which allows them access to these raids. The second prerequisite involves passing an examination, though the specifics of the test have yet to be disclosed. Given Jin-Ho’s reputation as the second son of Yoo-Jin Architectures, he is likely to excel in this exam. Consequently, any aspiring hunter must possess not only the courage for the raids but also the intellect to conquer the test.

“Me becoming a guild master is actually related to our company.”—Yoo Jin-Ho to Sung Jin-Woo

After completing all these tasks, Yoo Jin-Ho ensures that the candidate will ultimately receive a guild master’s license. The toughest part of the procedure follows once the license is obtained, as Jin-Ho needs to build their headquarters, gather top-tier hunters whenever possible, and consecutively secure gates. This phase requires substantial resources, particularly financial ones, but with Yoo Jin-Ho, nothing seems unachievable.

The following section contains spoilers from the Solo Leveling manhwa.

Does Yoo Jin-Ho Become a Guild Master?

Jin-Ho’s Goal Is Not Impossible

Instead of inheriting the family company and becoming a guild master, Jin-Ho decides to join Sung Jin-Woo at Ahjin Guild as vice master. This change of heart allows him to stay by his “senior’s” side, a choice that, though tough, feels right for Jin-Ho.

In summary, the guild masters in Solo Leveling are absolutely crucial. They aren’t just ceremonial figures or symbols; they actively mold the fate and prosperity of their individual guilds. Without their leadership, guilds might find themselves in a state of chaos, lacking structure and order.

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2025-03-24 20:38