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In the world ofSolo Leveling, Sung Jin-Woo takes center stage as the strongest hunter not just in Korea but in the rest of the world. While he rightfully steals the spotlight as the MC, there’s one character in particular who quietly gains popularity and becomes a fan favorite in his own right. With his funny scenes, quotable quotes, and intense presence, this character deserves his very ownSolo Levelingspin-off series.
It’s not uncommon for anime shows to produce a spin-off series starring fan-favorite characters. There’sKonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful Worldfeaturing the fan-favorite Megumin,A Certain Scientific Acceleratorstarring Accelerator himself, andThe Disappearance of Nagato Yuki-chanfocusing on Nagato Yuki, to name a few. At this point, it would not be surprising if one day fans received news of aSolo Levelingspin-off seriesstarring this popular character.
Season 2, episode 13
Story Arc:
Jeju Island Story Arc
Among thehigh-grade shadows in Sung Jin-Woo’s legion, Beru is undeniably the most popular one. Even among the many hunters in the series, Beru manages to stand out and becomes a fan favorite without being the main character, a love interest, or even fully human. Should a spin-off about Beru be produced sometime in the future, there’s a strong chance it would be successful thanks to the massive support he receives from the fandom.
“We were chosen by the King, and you were not."—Beru
Understandably, Beru is unique among the characters inSolo Leveling. Once an unstoppable killing machine with zero remorse,Beru transforms into a devoted ally, capable of leading Jin-Woo’s army of shadows. He has an incredibly powerful and effective redemption story, which most fans find compelling. Who would have thought that the monstrous Ant King from Jeju Island could experience character development more impactful than that of many hunters in the series?
There’s a Need to Explore Beru’s Origins More
At this point, everyone knows about Beru’s origins following theevents of the Jeju Island story arc. He was created by the Ant Queen to become an apex predator, meant to consume everything there is to consume in the world. Without a doubt, he was a force of nature, nearly wiping out Japan’s S-rank hunters in the blink of an eye. And yet, despite everything the fans have seen, many questions still linger about the Ant King’s origins.
A spin-off series focusing onthe Ant King’s originscould offer a deeper look into his story, both before and after his birth. After all, the main series briefly touched on this part of the narrative, as the Ant King leaps into battle almost immediately after emerging. But a closer look at the brutal ecosystem of the colony, the Ant Queen’s intelligence, and the unique process that led to the Ant King being bred differently from the rest of his kind could be incredibly compelling, especially if it’s told from Beru’s perspective.
“You dumb servants! What are you doing?!"—Beru to the other shadows
What Kind of Spin-Off Series Is Perfect for Beru?
There Are a Lot of Interesting Concepts
Beru might just be the most interestingelite shadow serving Sung Jin-WooinSolo Leveling. He steals every scene he’s in, whether he’s acting like a drama king, an overly obsessed Jin-Woo fan, or an egoistic and prideful shadow who clearly sees himself as superior to the rest. And despite his terrifying appearance and revolting aura, fans can’t resist him at all. In other words, Beru’s unique personality is a goldmine for deeper development, making him a perfect candidate for a spin-off.
With so many layers to Beru’s character, it’s easy to come up with an interesting concept for his very own spin-off series. For example, a comedy series that centers on Beru and Jin-Woo’s family. Since Beru watched over Jin-Ah and their mother for quite some time in the original series, it’s fun to imagine what they’re all up to whileJin-Woo is busy saving the world. From watching historical dramas to eating together to surfing the net, Beru spends so much time with them that he eventually picks up some of their hobbies himself.
“My liege! Please do not ask for a crude and flimsy doodle like that!"—Beru to Sung Jin-Woo
Meanwhile, Beru could also star in a spin-off series that delves into his relationship with the other shadows in Jin-Woo’s legion. Because Beru acts high and mighty most of the time, it would be entertaining to seehow he interacts with Igris, Iron, Tank, and the rest of the shadows in a setting where they’re left to their own devices. A shadow-centric series with Beru stepping in as the temporary commander while Jin-Woo is away or on vacation should be an exciting hybrid of comedy and action.
All in all, Beru has everything it takes to carry his own spin-off series. From the strong support of the fanbase to the rich narrative potential and a personality that’s both unique and endlessly entertaining, Beru truly deserves to be an MC in a spin-off series. It’s not just because the fanbase wants to see Beru more, but because his character is worth exploring among the many others inSolo Leveling.
