Summary
The world thatSolo Levelingcreates is full of S-Rank Hunters and amain character named Sung Jin-Woo, so focusing on those two is easy. But there’s also a group of A-Rank Hunters whose crucial work often gets ignored when the limelight is on others. They are just as of a hero as S-Rank hunters because of their outstanding skills in combat, unshakable loyalty and times they risk their lives for their team members, but the praise they get is limited.
These Hunters show that courage and power can be found in many different actions, such as leading daring raids and standing strong in risky situations. Despite being critical to the story and achieving great feats, these seven hunters are still not given much attention by the world ofSolo Levelingand fans alike.
Korean Hunters Association
Woo Jin-Chul, head of the Korean Hunters Association’s Surveillance Team, is the perfect example of an unsung hero. His abilities usually measureup to those shown by S-Rank Hunters. A good example is when he peacefully managed to stop a battle between Baek Yoonho and Hwang Dongsoo. Even though they were not at their max power, it still shows how much of a beast he is, even at A-rank.
Jin-Chul, showing up whenever things mattered and always putting his duty first, reveals his importance in the story. Even so, his preference to work quietly has made it difficult for many to notice his influence. Many fans have pointed out that he is not given the recognition his efforts deserve.
Knights Guild
As the head of the Knights Guild, Park Jong-Soo worked brilliantly as a leader and in battles. It is easy to see how good his tactics are during complicated raids, as not only does he accurately lead his people, but he also shares his determination with the team. Thanks to Park’s quick and sharp thinking in tough situations, his guild works very well and has few losses despite having no S-Rank hunters.
While Park Jong-Soo has made great achievements, he is mostly overlooked in the series as a whole. His fight vs Hanakawa and him easily defeating her showed us thatA-ranks are not to be messed witheither, it’s just the power scaling in the series that is mostly in Jinwoo’s favor. The anime completely skipping the A-rank fight scenes also proves that the series really underappreciated A-rank hunters.
Hunters Guild
Son Ki-Hoon, leader of the Hunters Guild’s Strike Team B. Son Ki-Hoon’s braveryshines during the Kargalgan Dungeon raid. With such a big threat, the main concern for him is to defend his team and not himself. He acts very differently than people who fail in crucial moments, which points to his unique qualities.
His actions when things are tough demonstrate how strongly he believes in what he does. Even so, little is known about him, proof of how the courage of A-Rank Hunters is so often ignored. Because of Son Ki-Hoon’s actions, Sung Jin-Woo recognized the need to save Ki-Hoon, unlike Kim Chul, who acted most greedily.
As a Korean A-Rank Hunter, Seo Jiwoo works under the Hunters Guild in Strike Squad B. Even with all her power, she continues to train in order to gain better control, so she feels more in charge of what she does. She has plenty of determination, but doubts her own ability, which makes her skilled in battles and hesitant to hunt.
Her ability to fight by hand lets her knock out impressive opponents with raw strength. Her excitement in combat, particularly after eliminating a strong orc, highlights her strong desire to fight. Although she has abilities, her self-doubt makes her situations more interesting. Inthe gameSolo Leveling: ARISE, she is depicted as a big breaker, highlighting her abilities.
Draw Sword Guild
Both as a translator and a fighter, Hanekawa was part of the Japanese Draw Sword Guild during the Jeju Island Raid. Communication skills are at times more crucial for the team than just strength, and her ability to fight supports everyone. Despite making two main contributions, Hanekawa is not always noticed as much as others. Her ability to handle many roles and her consistency make her a key person that should’ve been more appreciated.
Which raises the question of why there were not many interactions between nations earlier in the series. Within the context of the manhwa, yes, there are plenty of such moments, but surprisingly enough, we never see hunters that form a bridge between nations.
Lee Bora, who is a mage-type A-Rank Hunter, is famous for seeingthrough situations and her strong magic. Ranged magic is her strongest asset, and she also possesses strong magical skills that let her hold back opponents. The fact that she feels mana when someone is threatening shows what a strong mage she is, and it cannot be ignored, as she was the only one who sensed Jinwoo when he used his stealth skill. Not any of the other stronger A-rank hunters were able to do that.
Support hunters are even more important than fighters in most situations. Bora is a key part of any raid because of her skill in controlling strong foes. But her quiet nature is often the reason she isn’t noticed. What sets her apart and her commitment to her unit earned her the right to be noticed more.
Ahjin Guild
Yoo Soohyun plays the part of a famous actress and model while being an A-Rank Hunter. She is related to Yoo Jinho, his cousin, andshe is part of the Ahjin Guild. Personal details and career history aside, Soohyun doesn’t seem to feature much in the main plot, which has prompted discussions about her limited role.
Her character combines her celebrity with her hunting skills, opening up chances to look at the hardships of keeping her public life safe as a hunter. Giving her a bigger role in the series would have expanded upon the struggles and challenges a Hunter can face when dual identities meet and show the significant work done by those who help from the back.
