10 Solo Leveling Characters Who Can Overpower Sung Jinwoo’s Igris Easily
In Solo Leveling, Sung Jinwoo’s summoned shadows are renowned for their overwhelming power and loyalty. Among them, Igris, the Knight Commander, stands out as a fan-favorite due to his noble demeanor, exceptional combat prowess, and striking red armor. Despite being one of Jinwoo’s most formidable soldiers, there are characters—both within Solo Leveling and from comparable universes—who could overpower Igris in battle. Here’s a look at 10 characters who could stand against the mighty Shadow Knight.
1. Ashborn (The Shadow Monarch)
Ashborn, the Shadow Monarch and Sung Jinwoo’s predecessor, is an obvious choice for this list. As the original wielder of the Shadow Monarch’s powers, Ashborn’s strength far surpasses Igris’s. His command over shadows, strategic mind, and unmatchable aura make him a force that no shadow could rival, even one as skilled as Igris. While Igris is incredibly powerful, he would struggle to even hold his ground against the being from whom his power originates.
2. Sung Jinwoo (The Shadow Monarch)
As the current Shadow Monarch, Sung Jinwoo himself would easily overpower Igris. Jinwoo’s strength grows exponentially throughout the series, reaching a point where he transcends human limitations and even rivals other Monarchs and Rulers. While Igris is a loyal knight and an exceptional combatant, he remains under Jinwoo’s control, meaning the Shadow Monarch could dismantle him with a mere command or through sheer overwhelming power.
3. Antares (The Dragon Monarch)
Antares, the Dragon Monarch, is one of the most powerful entities in Solo Leveling. Known as the Monarch of Destruction, he wields devastating fire-based abilities and commands an army of dragons. Igris’s speed and skill might allow him to dodge some of Antares’s attacks, but the sheer destructive power of the Dragon Monarch would overwhelm Igris in the end. The fight would likely be one-sided due to the massive disparity in their levels of strength.
4. Bellion (The Sovereign of the Army of Heaven)
Bellion is another powerhouse from Solo Leveling, introduced later in the series as the strongest of Ashborn’s original shadow soldiers. As the first knight and the most powerful among the Shadow Monarch’s army, Bellion’s abilities far exceed Igris’s. His strength, combat experience, and mastery with his blade make him an opponent who would overpower Igris with relative ease.
5. Beru (The Ant King)
While Igris is one of the most iconic shadow soldiers, Beru, the Ant King turned shadow, is arguably even more powerful. Beru’s raw strength, speed, and ability to regenerate make him a dangerous opponent. If the two were to face off, Beru’s aggressive fighting style and relentless attacks would likely outpace Igris’s noble and calculated approach to combat.
6. Thomas Andre (The Goliath)
Thomas Andre, the strongest of the American National Rank Hunters, is a human powerhouse who could pose a significant challenge to Igris. Known for his incredible physical strength and durability, Thomas Andre fights like a walking fortress. His tank-like resilience and ability to crush even the strongest opponents would likely allow him to overpower Igris in a battle of brute strength.
7. Sung Il-Hwan (Jinwoo’s Father)
Sung Il-Hwan, a hunter of immense strength who survived the Dungeon Break for decades, is another character who could defeat Igris. His enhanced speed, combat experience, and mastery of magical powers put him at a level far above most hunters. If he faced Igris in combat, his sheer power and adaptability would give him the upper hand.
8. Baran (The Monarch of White Flames)
Baran, one of the Monarchs, is a being of immense power. His control over lightning and fire, combined with his status as a leader among Monarchs, makes him far superior to Igris. While Igris’s skill with a blade and agility are exceptional, Baran’s overwhelming elemental attacks and raw power would make him an unstoppable foe for the Shadow Knight.
9. Querehsha (The Monarch of Plagues)
Querehsha, the Monarch of Plagues, is another entity who could overpower Igris. Her control over deadly diseases and her ability to summon hordes of parasitic creatures would leave Igris in a precarious position. Despite his speed and skill, Igris would likely struggle to withstand Querehsha’s relentless assaults and poisonous abilities.
10. Go Gun-Hee (Chairman of the Hunter’s Association)
Go Gun-Hee, the chairman of Korea’s Hunter Association, might not seem like a contender at first glance, but as one of the strongest hunters in the series, his strength is undeniable. While he doesn’t have the flashy abilities of Monarchs or Rulers, his sheer combat power and ability to stand against incredibly powerful enemies make him a potential threat to Igris. In a one-on-one fight, Gun-Hee’s tactical prowess and strength would make him a serious challenge for the Shadow Knight.
Final Thoughts
While Igris is one of Sung Jinwoo’s most powerful and loyal shadow soldiers, he isn’t invincible. Characters like Ashborn, Bellion, and Antares operate on a completely different level of power, and even some of the strongest hunters and Monarchs would overpower him. That said, Igris’s unwavering loyalty and impressive skills make him a critical part of Jinwoo’s army, and his fights remain some of the most memorable in Solo Leveling.
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