Top 6 Korean Guilds That Dominate Solo Leveling

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Summary

  • Knights Guild is Korea’s top guild with influential A-rankers and no S-rank hunters, led by Park Jongsoo.
  • Fiend Guild, once Korea’s strongest, was led by Lim Tae-Gyu and has maintained influence despite key losses.
  • Ahjin Guild, led by Sung Jinwoo, dominates with only 3 members, surpassing all Korean guilds with media-covered raids.

The story, “Solo Leveling,” revolves around Sung Jinwoo, an ordinary Korean hunter with limited abilities. However, after a fateful incident ignites his “second awakening,” Jinwoo undergoes a remarkable transformation in power. This gripping tale primarily unfolds within the region where our protagonist hails from.

In the realm of hunting, guilds serve a pivotal function, coordinating hunters and strategizing raids to generate substantial profits. While Korea might not boast the world’s top guilds, it is home to esteemed ones that exert some global power. Given their influence, reputation, and caliber of hunters, these are undeniably some of the finest Korean guilds.

6. Knights Guild

Top Korean Guild With No S-Rankers

  • Location: Yeongnam Region, Korea
  • Webtoon Debut: Chapter 91

The Knights Guild, headed by a tanker-class hunter named Park Jongsoo, is based in the Yeongnam region of Korea. Despite having no S-rank hunters, it stands as the premier guild in the nation due to an exceptional collection of top-tier Korean A-rankers within its ranks.

In their ranks, Jung Yoontae holds the position of Deputy Master within the Knights Guild. Additionally, this formidable team boasts the skilled A-rank healer, Jung Yerim.

5. Fiend Guild

Once Korea’s Strongest Guild

  • Location: Seoul, Korea
  • Webtoon Debut: Chapter 76

The “Fiend Guild” is also recognized as the Reapers Guild or the Grim Reapers. Their base of operations is located in Seoul and their leader is a high-ranked ranger-class hunter named Lim Tae-Gyu. At one point, the head of White Tiger Guild, Baek Yoonho, was an associate of the Fiend Guild.

In its prime, the guild held the highest power and had a more structured system than the Hunters Guild. Yet, after its leading hunters departed, the Fiend Guild lost ground and could no longer keep pace with the top guilds. Nevertheless, it continues to wield significant influence in Korea’s hunting community up until now, preserving some control over the society of hunters.

4. Fame Guild

Honam Region’s Most Powerful Guild

  • Location: Honam Region, Korea
  • Webtoon Debut: Chapter 90

The renowned “Fame Guild” is one of the established Korean guilds that has been consistently active. What sets it apart from other guilds is its exceptional composition – it boasts a higher number of mage members compared to any other class of hunters.

The esteemed Fame Guild is headed by a formidable tanker-class hunter, Ma Dongwook, who holds significant power within the nation. He’s actively involved in the Jeju Island raid and boasts numerous years of expertise. Unlike many top Korean guilds that set up their bases in Seoul, Fame Guild is strategically located in the Honam region.

3. White Tiger Guild

Baek Yoonho’s Guild

  • Location: Seoul, South Korea
  • Webtoon Debut: Chapter 35

The influential White Tiger Guild, based in Korea, is led by Baek Yoonho. This guild has been involved in many major raids. Notably, prior to his current position, Yoonho was associated with the Fiend Guild. However, at some point in the past, he chose to depart from this organization, along with a handful of other members, to found the White Tiger Guild.

Since that moment, Baek hasn’t turned back and his guild has grown to be among the wealthiest in Korea. It has expanded so much that it requires two departments to manage its operations. One department concentrates on scouting and recruiting new hunters, while the other is dedicated to overseeing the hunters already working for the guild.

The White Tiger Guild, led by Baek Yoonho, has climbed up the ranks to become the third most powerful guild, surpassing the Fiend Guild. Only the Hunters Guild and Ahjin Guild rank higher. Given this achievement, it’s no wonder that their guild master is now a prominent figure in South Korea.

2. Hunters Guild

One of Korea’s Most Popular Guilds

  • Location: Seoul, South Korea
  • Webtoon Debut: Chapter 62

Prior to the emergence of Ahjin Guild, the Hunters Guild held a prominent position as the most well-known guild. With Choi Jong-In at its helm, the Hunters Guild expanded its power and wielded enough political clout to shape policies concerning dungeons.

The last time I played with ants was when I was just a young child. I distinctly recall hearing soft, crackling sounds every time I burned an ant with a lighter…Now, it seems like I’m listening to fireworks. (Choi Jong-In)

Beyond its effectiveness and impact, Hunters Guild gained notoriety due to Cha Hae-In, a former track star who transitioned into a hunter. In her role as Vice Guild Master, she wielded considerable authority within the organization. However, it was her humility and equal treatment of all, despite her success, that endeared her to many.

One of the rare guilds in Korea boasted a substantial team of skillful A-rank hunters, capable of executing independent raids without requiring assistance from top-tier S-rank hunters.

1. Ahjin Guild

Korea’s Strongest Guild

  • Location: Seoul, South Korea
  • Webtoon Debut: Chapter 121

Under the leadership of Sung Jinwoo, the Ahjin Guild stands as one of the most powerful guilds globally, boasting just three active members. In a matter of days after its formation, it outshone all other Korean guilds and tackled raids that garnered significant media attention.

Beyond Jinwoo, the Ahjin Guild consists of two other individuals: Vice Guild Master Yoo Jinho and A-rank hunter Yoo Soohyun. Notably, when the Ahjin Guild was first established, Cha Hae-In attempted to join; however, Sung declined her application. He recognized her talent and believed that collaborating with him would not be an optimal use of her skills. Jinwoo, on the other hand, thought that the Hunters Guild would be more suitable for her due to her potential for leadership roles.

I feel something within me lost, everytime I get stronger. ~ Sung Jinwoo

The Ahjin Guild typically surpasses other guilds, often significantly, due to Jinwoo’s shadow army. This army is utilized so effectively that both Jinho and Soohyun rarely need to engage in direct raids themselves.

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2025-03-30 11:07