Sung Jin-Woo is the playable protagonist of Solo Leveling:ARISE. In the opening cutscene, when Jin-Woo is the only one left in the double dungeon, he faces a dire situation. After all the other hunters in his party are either killed or forced to flee, Jin-Woo is left alone to confront the mysterious statues that come to life and attack him.
The situation looks hopeless as he is severely injured and near death. However, when he's about to die, a mysterious program offers him a second chance at life if he accepts to become a "Player" in a system similar to a video game. Desperate to survive, Jin-Woo accepts the offer, which triggers his transformation into the series' protagonist.
Appearance[]
Sung Jinwoo is depicted with a sharp and intense presence, perfectly embodying the aura of a powerful hunter. He has short, tousled black hair that adds to his brooding and mysterious appearance. His eyes are partially obscured by shadows, but they gleam with a deep blue glow, a sign of his immense power and connection to the shadow realm.
Jinwoo is dressed in a stylish yet functional outfit, primarily in dark tones that accentuate his serious demeanor. He wears a black leather long coat that flows down to his knees, with the inside lining of the coat glowing in a faint purple hue, adding a mystical touch to his look. The coat is detailed with ornate patterns, especially around the shoulders and sleeves, where metallic, armor-like elements are integrated into the design. These details highlight his strength and readiness for battle.
Underneath the coat, Jinwoo wears a simple white t-shirt that contrasts with the dark tones of his overall outfit. His black pants are fitted, and a silver chain hangs from his belt, adding a subtle yet edgy accessory to his attire. His shoes are sleek and polished, completing the refined yet formidable look.
History[]
He starts as the weakest E-rank hunter, barely surviving in dangerous dungeons. His life changes dramatically after surviving a deadly double dungeon, where he's given a second chance as a "Player" in a game-like system. With this new ability, he can level up, grow stronger, and gain new powers. Over time, he becomes incredibly powerful, evolving from a weak hunter to the Monarch of Shadows, commanding an army of shadow soldiers.
Gameplay Information[]
Sung Jinwoo has five different stats you can spend stat points on to upgrade them.
In Solo Leveling: ARISE, you play as Sung Jinwoo, the main protagonist from the Solo Leveling webtoon. The game is an action RPG where you can level up, unlock new skills, and extract shadows from defeated enemies to build your own Army of Shadows, just like in the story. You can team up with other hunters, tackle various game modes such as Story Mode, Gates, and Instance Dungeons, and enhance your character's stats by distributing points to maximize your abilities.
Unlike other characters, players can allocate points to Sung Jinwoo's stats making him a flexible character than can fit any playstyles. There are five stats that players can invest to:
- Strength - Attack
- Vitality - Defense and HP
- Agility - Critical Hit Rate and Critical Hit Damage
- Intelligence - Additional MP and Cooldown Reduction
- Perception - Precision
Similar to the original Solo Leveling manhwa and anime, Sung Jinwoo can enhance his stats and acquire new skills to level up and grow stronger in Arise. Collecting powerful weapons and artifacts will also be crucial if you want to equip Jinwoo to become an unstoppable force in the game.
Elemental Alignment[]
In the game Solo Leveling: ARISE, Sung Jin-Woo is aligned with the Dark element. This elemental alignment allows him to inflict shadow or curse damage, which is particularly potent against light-aligned enemies. Elemental affinities in the game play a significant role in determining a character's strengths, weaknesses, and unique skill sets, adding depth to the strategic combat. In the beginning of the game when obtaining the Kasaka's Venom Fang, Sung-Jin Woo is aligned with Water Element, altogether with the Fire Element Knight Killer.
Weapons[]
Sung Jinwoo possesses an array of powerful weapons in Solo Leveling: ARISE, each of which is exclusive to him and cannot be wielded by other characters. These weapons are essential for progressing in the game and can be obtained through the game's gacha system. Players can try their luck by pulling from rate-up banners, which feature higher chances of acquiring specific weapons, or by participating in custom draw gachas, where they have a shot at unlocking unique, limited-time gear.
To access the gacha system, players need to click on the ticket icon located in the upper right corner of the game's main interface. This will open the gacha menu, where they can trade their accumulated Essence Stones for Draw Tickets. These tickets allow players to pull from the available banners and try their chances at securing exclusive items for Sung Jinwoo.
Whether you're a new E-Rank newcomer or an experienced Level 80 Hunter on the brink of becoming the world's best, your success in Solo Leveling: Arise will be directly determined by the strength and synergy of your Sung Jinwoo build. But because Solo Leveling:ARISE features five distinct Stats to upgrade, over 50+ Weapons to use, and nearly 350+ Artifacts to equip, crafting the perfect build can feel like a mind-numbing task.
Skills[]
Shadow[]
Main article: Army of Shadows
Availability[]
Sung Jinwoo is obtained at the start of the game and is not featured in any Banners.
Lore[]
Main article: Sung Jinwoo/Lore
Originally, he is an E-rank hunter, often referred to as the "world's weakest" due to his lack of combat skills and power. Despite his low rank, Jin-Woo continues to hunt in dungeons to support his sick mother and younger sister.
His life changes dramatically when he and a group of hunters get trapped in a deadly double dungeon. Jin-Woo is left gravely injured and on the brink of death, but he is offered a second chance to live if he becomes a "Player" in a game-like system. He accepts, gaining the ability to level up and grow stronger through a series of quests and challenges.
As Jin-Woo progresses, he unlocks incredible powers, including the ability to extract shadows from defeated enemies to create his own army of shadow soldiers. He evolves from a weak hunter to one of the most powerful beings in the world, eventually becoming the Shadow Monarch, a position that puts him in conflict with other powerful entities.
Throughout his journey, Jin-Woo faces numerous challenges and enemies, but he remains determined to protect his loved ones and fulfill his responsibilities as a hunter. His story is one of growth, resilience, and the pursuit of power, with the central theme revolving around how far he is willing to go to protect those he cares about
Costumes[]
Main article: Sung Jinwoo/Costume