The following contains spoilers from the Solo Leveling manhwa and anime.
Solo Levelingfollows Sung Jinwoo, humanity’s weakest hunter, as he embarks on an epic journey of self-discovery and redemption. His inspiring story is filled with trials and tribulations, and it has resonated with millions of fans all over the world.
Unfortunately, the show’s hyperfixation on Jinwoo means that other characters often get sidelined. But that is set to change in Solo Leveling Season 3 asa National Level Hunterfinally gets the much-needed attention he deserves.
America’s Greatest Hunter is Set to Make a Mark in Season 3
Thomas Andre Will Play a Crucial Role in the Upcoming Installment
In the Jeju Island arc, as Japanese and Korean hunters prepared for the daunting mission of liberating the forsaken island from the clutches of magic beasts, a powerful hunter also arrived in the East Asian island country. National Level Hunter Thomas Andre’s debut was not as flashy as China’s Liu Zhigang. But his imposing stature and confidence were evidence of the wars he had fought and the sacrifices he had made.
Everything that makes your heart beat faster is beautiful. ~ Thomas Andre
But since the story so far has only covered chapters that focusalmost exclusively on Sung Jinwoo, Andre has not had the opportunity to shine. That is set to change in the upcoming season as the International Guild Gate arc and Monarch War arc finally get adapted.
In the International Guild Gate arc, the hunter world will undergo a seismic shift in power dynamics as Sung Jinwoo continues to evolve. His rise will challenge the existing power structures, making even the National Level Hunter question their position in the fast-changing new world order.
This shift will set the background for a conflict thatwill push Thomas Andreand Sung Jinwoo towards an ego-driven battle. Once the two hunters come to terms with the reality of their situation, they will also not hesitate to reveal the true extent of their powers.
The fight against Sung Jinwoo will end up becoming one of the defining moments for Thomas Andre. It will be the first time he will fight at his best, revealing what he is truly capable of. But unlike most other characters, that battle won’t mean the end of the road for Thomas Andre.
Andre’s Character Development and Role in Final Arcs
Most Solo Leveling either die or get sidelined after the conclusion of an arc. However, Thomas Andre will be an exception in this regard. Following his battle with Sung Jinwoo, he will become an indispensable character in the series, playing a major role in the final arcs.
In his later appearances, Andre’s character development is set to win the hearts of a lot of Solo Leveling fans. In his debut, Thomas seemed quite cocky, and many viewers even speculated thathe could potentially be a villain. But fighting Jinwoo will only reveal Andre’s true nature, and it will redeem him in the eyes of Solo Leveling fans.
Thomas will eventually become good friends with Sung, and asthe conflict with the Monarchsbecomes more intense, he will play a pivotal role in fighting for the greater good. Andre’s character development will be a rare departure from the show’s otherwise hyperfixated focus on Jinwoo, which does not allow other characters to thrive. It will not only enable Thomas to grow as a character, but also allow viewers to appreciate another character’s growth.
Andre’s character development will also be special since it will challenge every pre-conceived notion viewers have of him and make them reconsider how they look at him. Unlike any other character that has debuted so far, Thomas’s not-so-flashy first appearance will not hinder his future growth, and he will become one of the most loved characters from the series.
Solo Leveling Season 3 is expected to release sometime between 2026 and 2028.
