‘They Still Wouldn’t Have Been Able to Defeat Him’: Solo Leveling’s Creator Reveals How Untouchable Igris Is

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

Summary

  • Igris is one of the strongest shadows in Solo Leveling, nearly defeating Jin-Woo and unmatched by S-Rank hunters.
  • Igris, the first elite shadow, has unmatched strength, agility, and combat skills, making him extremely powerful.
  • Despite not being the strongest in Jin-Woo’s army, Igris remains a relevant and potent shadow with room for growth.

Discussions about the anime version of “Solo Leveling” continue to be buzzworthy among enthusiasts, particularly since Sung Jin-Woo obtained a new shadow of the general rank from Jeju Island. Beru is garnering a lot of fans, yet Igris, the initial elite shadow who joined the military, is also receiving considerable backing due to his impressive charm and unparalleled dedication. First acquired in the job-altering dungeon, he has progressed remarkably parallel to Jin-Woo throughout the series.

In the popular series “Solo Leveling”, Igris stands as one of the most formidable figures, a shadow of immense power. It took Jin-Woo an immense effort, bordering on failure, to subdue Igris and extract his shadow. This was only achieved when he employed a tactic humorously dubbed by fans as “persuasion jutsu”. The fact that Jin-Woo came so close to failing against Igris speaks volumes about his strength. However, if this isn’t persuasive enough, the series creator, Chugong, has disclosed some intriguing insights into Igris’ power, making him virtually invincible.

Solo Leveling’s Creator Reveals How Untouchable Igris’ True Form

Exploring Igris’ Strength

  • Chugong reveals that even the world’s strongest hunters, including S-rank and nation-level hunters, would be no match for Igris in his true form.
  • Even if S-rank and nation-level hunters unite, they would fail to stop Igris’ true form.

In the series “Solo Leveling,” Igris – formerly known as Blood-Red Commander – was the first elite shadow to join the new Shadow Monarch’s forces. First appearing during the first season in the Job-Change dungeon, he stood guard by an empty throne, with his name written in red, signifying his superior strength compared to any magic beasts previously encountered by Jin-Woo.

In contrast to other adversaries Jin-Woo had faced, Igris exuded an icy presence, sending a shiver down my spine. He was the origin of the immense power felt within the dungeon, and indeed, he proved to be incredibly strong. Ordinary attacks seemed ineffective against him, and based on the force of his blows, it was evident that at that moment, he surpassed Jin-Woo’s strength.

To put it simply, if Igris had struck Jin-Woo squarely in their battle, it would’ve been lethal for Jin-Woo. A mere strike from Igris could swiftly deplete Jin-Woo’s health by 500 points without his armor on. Even after discarding his sword, Igris was incredibly potent. In terms of prowess, techniques, skills, and even battle experience, Jin-Woo was at a significant disadvantage. If Jin-Woo had faltered just once in the fight, he would have perished due to Igris’ power.

In a popular Korean forum known as DCinside, Solo Leveling’s creator, Chugong, shared fascinating insights regarding Igris’ actual power level. This is what the writer had to express about this peerless knight.

Should Igris appeared in his authentic shape, it would be impossible for all the top-tier hunters globally, including those at the national level, to overpower him, even if they teamed up.

-Chugong

It’s evident that Igris’ invincibility shines in his genuine form, to the point where the world’s top hunters wouldn’t have a chance against him if he were to ascend. However, Jin-Woo is an exception. When it comes to S-rank and nation-level hunters, they would be outmatched even if they banded together. Of course, as with all shadows, Igris’ current form is less powerful than his true self. Yet, even in this weakened state, his power remains superior to most others.

As the plot of Solo Leveling unfolds, it’s anticipated that Igris will ascend to a Marshal-Grade shadow. The intrigue lies in how his swift development will be depicted in future seasons of the anime. With formidable shadows slated to join Jin-Woo’s forces in Season 3, many viewers are hopeful that Igris continues to receive the limelight he deserves.

Is Igris the Strongest Shadow in Jin-Woo’s Army?

Jin-Woo Barely Defeated Igris

In a more conversational style: Igris might appear incredibly powerful, but he’s not necessarily the strongest shadow within Jin-Woo’s army. Although it took Jin-Woo some effort (and perhaps a bit of luck) to defeat him in the first season, this doesn’t automatically make Igris the top dog. As Jin-Woo progresses and learns advanced techniques, we can expect Igris to become even stronger too.

“Frost Monarch, do not assume the position of the king with only that much power”—Igris

Among Jin-Woo’s top-tier shadow members, it’s highly probable that Bellion holds the greatest power compared to Igris. It’s worth noting that Bellion is deeply devoted to Ashborn, the first Shadow Monarch, and plays a significant role in later storylines without revealing too much. As for Beru, his strength doesn’t quite reach Bellion’s level. However, it should be mentioned that Igris remains one of the most powerful and crucial shadows within the world of Solo Leveling.

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2025-05-23 20:15