Solo Leveling: Jin-Woo’s Next Opponent in Season 3 Will Make the Ant King Look Weak

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This article contains spoilers from the Solo Leveling manhwa.

In Solo Leveling, Sung Jin-Woo engages in thrilling combat against some of the deadliest villains worldwide. One of his most challenging adversaries was the Ant King, whose immense power nearly annihilated the top-tier hunters on Jeju Island. The Ant King was essentially a living nightmare, known for his unparalleled ferocity – that is, until Jin-Woo arrived just in time on Jeju Island to challenge him.

In the world of Solo Leveling, the Ant King was merely one of the formidable foes that Jin-Woo overcame. The Human Antagonist relegated the Ant King to his proper status, highlighting their significant power disparity. Yet, the Ant King will seem insignificant compared to the enigmatic adversary that Jin-Woo faces in Season 3 of Solo Leveling, an opponent who is unlikely to succumb to brute force or be vanquished by his powerful shadow legion.

The Ant King Was Jin-Woo’s Strongest Enemy in Season 2

The Ant King Killed Many S-Rank Hunters

  • The Ant King was a powerful magical beast.
  • The Ant King was defeated by Jin-Woo.

Upon the arrival of the Ant King, it swiftly became evident that he was no common mutated ant or mystical creature enclosed within a dungeon. Far from appearing weak, he exuded an intimidating presence that even the most formidable S-rank hunters from South Korea and Japan found daunting to confront. His movements were remarkably swift, and his intelligence made him virtually impossible to counter.

Unfortunately, the Ant King proved fatal to many on Jeju Island in an instant’s time. Not even the most powerful Japanese hunter, Goto Ryuji, managed to inflict harm upon him. In contrast, the Korean hunters collaborated, but despite their combined efforts, they were unable to deal substantial damage. This underscores just how formidable the Ant King’s strength is, as he stood far beyond the abilities of others, except for Jin-Woo.

Are you the king of the humans?—The Ant King to Jin-Woo

Despite this, the Ant King engaged in a fierce battle with Jin-Woo. He was among the first to persist longer in combat against Jin-Woo, a feat not many villains can easily achieve. If Jin-Woo wasn’t present, the Ant King likely could have slaughtered all S-rank hunters, including Cha Hae-In, with ease. The fourth Jeju Island raid would have then turned into a gruesome massacre under his rule.

The Architect of the System Will Push Jin-Woo to His Limits

Jin-Woo Will Return to the Double Dungeon

  • The Architect of the System is the boss of the double dungeon.
  • The Architect of the System is going to fight Jin-Woo.

Jin-Woo is all set to revisit the Cartenon Temple, also known as the Double Dungeon – the place where his journey first began and was once a fearsome labyrinth filled with towering statues like the Statue of God. Now, eager fans are looking forward to witnessing Jin-Woo’s comeback, as he returns this time not as the struggling E-rank hunter on the brink of death but as a formidable force to be reckoned with.

The Cartenon Temple conceals a secret boss, revealed to be Kandiaru – the overseer and creator of the system that transformed Jin-Woo into a solitary player. Unlike any foe he’s encountered in Seasons 1 and 2, Kandiaru isn’t a magical creature or a corrupted hunter. Instead, he is a master manipulator, aiming to mold Jin-Woo as a perfect vessel for the Shadow Monarch.

Are you a monster? —Jin-Woo to Kandiaru

Sung Jin-Woo’s encounter with the Ant King could be exciting and demanding, yet it is nothing compared to the conflict he’ll face within Cartenon Temple. Readers familiar with Manhwa recognize that Kandiaru isn’t merely an ordinary dungeon boss; instead, he serves as the doorkeeper for the power Jin-Woo will require to vanquish the Monarchs in upcoming chapters of Solo Leveling.

The Architect of the System Is Stronger Than the Ant King

Kandiaru Will Give Jin-Woo a More Difficult Fight

In the world of “Solo Leveling,” the Designer of the System takes things incredibly seriously. Unlike the Ant King, who is a mutated magical beast, the Designer appears more like a divine entity. The Designer surpasses the Ant King in every aspect, including speed, strength, and intelligence. What’s even more surprising is that the Designer seems to possess abilities similar to Sung Jin-Woo, making him a formidable opponent that’s harder to defeat than the Ant King.

Essentially, Kandiaru plans to return the favor to Jin-Woo by challenging him with his powerful shadow army in battle. Faced with this formidable opposition, Jin-Woo must either rely on his raw power or risk losing the fight for good. This upcoming confrontation promises to be even more thrilling than his previous encounter with the Ant King.

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2025-09-08 19:05