The Strongest Hunters Who Died In Solo Leveling

Summary

Hunters in Solo Leveling face deadly foes, resulting in life-or-death decisions with lasting impacts.
Deaths of skilled hunters like Hwang Dongsoo and Goto Ryuji reveal the harsh world they live in.
Complex villains, such as Yuri Orloff and Christopher Reed, contribute to the series’ intense atmosphere.

Characters in the Solo Leveling universe frequently find themselves in perilous situations requiring instant judgment calls with long-term impacts. Given that dangerous creatures and ancient evil entities persistently jeopardize peace and occasionally humanity’s future, it is not uncommon for hunters to sacrifice their lives while battling for the greater good.

The series portrays harrowing scenes that vividly depict the harshness and tough choices inherent in a hunter’s existence, along with the hardships they endure due to their choices. Some meet heroic ends, while others suffer consequences from poor decisions. However they perish, the deaths of these hunters underscore the relentless brutality of their realm, where one choice can determine success or failure, irrespective of a person’s strength or preparedness.

Spoilers Ahead for Solo Leveling

7. Hwang Dongsoo

Korean S-Ranker Who Moved to America

Anime Debut: Episode 7
Webnovel Debut: Chapter 36
Skills: Enhanced Strength and Enhanced Speed

After the passing of Dongsuk, Hwang Dongsoo felt an intense longing for vengeance. The perfect moment presented itself when Jinwoo and Yoo Jinho came to America for the International Guild Conference. Although cautioned by Thomas Andre, Hwang Dongsoo chose to act on his revenge, abducting Jinho in the hope that the incident would provoke a confrontation between Jinwoo and Andre.

If I don’t kill, I will be killed. I can’t run away anymore.

Initially, things seemed favorable as Sung emerged victorious over Thomas without sustaining major injuries. Regrettably, this victory led to a grim outcome when, with no one left to oppose him, Jinwoo brutally ended Hwang Dongsoo’s life, bringing the conflict to an end permanently.

6. Yuri Orloff

Russian Mage-Type S-Ranker

Webnovel Debut: Chapter 151
Skills: Barrier Magic

As I watched, Yuri Orloff demonstrated an impressive aptitude in the art of magical hunting. His unique skill in constructing barriers held practical value beyond the arcane realm, enabling him to reap substantial wealth for himself.

In Tokyo, where an S-Rank Gate unexpectedly appeared, Orloff was contracted for a daily fee of ten million dollars to construct a protective barrier to ensure the safety of the citizens and limit destruction if a dungeon were to rupture. Regrettably, Yuri’s shielding magic proved insufficient to deter the monsters, leading to his untimely demise in battle.

5. Goto Ryuji

Draw Sword Guild’s Leader

Anime Debut: Episode 20
Webnovel Debut: Chapter 106
Skills: Immense Strength and Enhanced Speed

Known as Japan’s top hunter, Goto Ryuji was a seasoned and merciless warrior in combat. Despite being an expert hunter, Ryuji was a despicable individual who would stop at nothing to attain what he desired. His moral decay had escalated to such an extent that he showed no remorse for the lives of his fellow warriors as long as his objectives were met.

On Jeju Island, Goto’s ruthlessness and self-centeredness led to his demise when he encountered the Ant King unexpectedly. When the boss of the dungeon inquired if he was a king, Ryuji confirmed it unknowingly, underestimating his adversary’s true might. Mistaking him for the head of their expedition party, the Ant King promptly and effortlessly killed Goto.

4. Jonas

Brazil’s Strongest Hunter

Webnovel Debut: Chapter 199
Skills: Spiritual Body Manifestation and Ruler’s Authority

Scarcely anything is disclosed about Jonas, yet there was anticipation that he would be the one to represent his nation at the International Guild Conference. Regrettably, he failed to attend the esteemed gathering and vanished without leaving a single clue behind.

A search was initiated to locate his whereabouts; however, Jonas was never seen or heard from again after that point. Subsequently, his corpse was discovered floating in a nearby river, coinciding approximately with when Reed was killed. This discovery only intensified the unanswered questions.

3. Go Gunhee

Chairman Of The Korean Hunters Association

Anime Debut: Episode 1
Webnovel Debut: Chapter 78
Skills: Spiritual Body Manifestation, Immense Strength, and Ruler’s Authority

Gunhee, a highly esteemed and modest S-Rank South Korean hunter, stood out for his keen senses and open-mindedness. Unlike many of his fellow hunters, he harbored deep concern for Korea’s future and consistently put the greater good above all else. Despite battling health issues, Gunhee remained an active member of the Korean Hunters Association and fulfilled his role as chairman with unwavering integrity.

As Sung Jinwoo ascended to power, Gunhee developed a strong friendship with him. In fact, Gunhee secretly placed an ant within Jinwoo’s shadow as a form of protection should the need arise. However, during the International Guild Conference, Jinwoo was in America on official business for his country when Sillad orchestrated a surprise attack. Unfortunately, by the time Jinwoo employed Shadow Exchange to aid Gunhee, it was too late, as the Snow Folk’s King had already gravely wounded him. Despite Sung’s offer to revive Gunhee using the Sacred Water of Life, Gunhee declined and chose to embrace his impending demise.

2. Christopher Reed

America’s Second-Strongest Hunter

Webnovel Debut: Chapter 176
Skills: Spiritual Body Manifestation and Ruler’s Authority

Christopher Reed, similar to other prominent hunters at a national level, carried an air of pridefulness and arrogance. When Norma Selner shared the news of his impending demise, he hesitated to accept it initially. However, following a period of self-reflection, he began to take the matter more gravely and paid closer attention to his safety concerns.

If you guys are hunters, I’m saying you should be ready to become hunted.

Yet, being a renowned hunter at a national level, Reed led a lavish life, residing in a grand estate by himself. One fateful night, Christopher experienced an unsettling sensation and soon discovered himself surrounded by three enigmatic figures. These figures turned out to be Sillad, Querehsha, and Tarnak, who intended to destroy the carrier of the Rulers before any war broke out. With death looming, Christopher chose to fight till his final moments, but was no match for the formidable trio known as the Monarchs.

1. Sung Il-Hwan

Sung Jinwoo’s Father

Anime Debut: Episode 15
Webnovel Debut: Chapter 68
Skills: Spiritual Body Manifestation, Stealth, and Ruler’s Authority

Years prior to when Sung Jinwoo took up the role of a hunter, his father, Sung Il-Hwan, mysteriously vanished. During this absence, his family faced immense hardship but unfortunately, there was little they could do about it. By the time he managed to reappear, it was too late for any reconciliation. In a dramatic turn of events, Sung Il-Hwan stepped in to protect his son when Sillad and Rakan had cornered him, sensing that Jinwoo was about to reach his full potential as a hunter before they could strike.

For a while, Il-Hwan bravely battled against the two Monarchs on his own, but eventually, they got the advantage over him. By the time Jinwoo regained consciousness, Il-Hwan’s father had pushed himself too hard and could no longer recover. Despite their brief encounter later, Il-Hwan’s body succumbed to the excessive power bestowed upon him by the Rulers. In his final moments, Il-Hwan expressed remorse for not being a better parent to his family.

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