Attack on Titan's Final Trailer Crushes Fans' Hopes for an Anime Original Conclusion

After its initial release in April 2013, the anime will finally be concluding in November 2023. The final season of the series, divided into three parts, was produced by MAPPA. The third part, titled "The Final Chapters," is set to conclude with the upcoming special episode.

Attack on Titan final trailer promises a spectacular ending to the saga

In the trailer, viewers witnessed humanity's final battle against Eren Yeager. It is evident that Eren, using his powers as the Founding Titan, intends to square off against the Survey Corps and Marley's Warrior Unit. His plan involves summoning an army that consists of past incarnations of the Nine Titans.

In Attack on Titan's final trailer, Levi Ackerman is showcased (Image via MAPPA).

The trailer delves into Levi Ackerman, who is witnessed conversing with his fallen comrades. It should be noted that he underwent severe injuries. Nevertheless, he is determined to join the battle and will undoubtedly engage with the incarnations of Female and Jaw Titans.

As for the Survey Corps members without Titan shifting abilities, they will be equipped with Thunder Spears in an attempt to blow off Eren's nape. Consequently, characters like Connie Springer and Mikasa Ackerman can be observed traversing The Founding Titan's body to reach its head.

Mikasa Ackerman as depicted in Attack on Titan's final trailer (Image via MAPPA)

Regarding Armin Arlert, the trailer reveals his presence in the "Path," indicating a probable encounter with Zeke Yeager. Furthermore, a crucial moment in the trailer presents him transforming into the Colossal Titan, suggesting a potential clash with Eren, who possesses the power of the Founding Titan.

Lastly, the final visuals in the trailer imply a poignant farewell between Mikasa and Eren. Overall, it appears evident that the series will adhere to the manga's conclusion, contrary to fans' desires for an original anime ending.

The final trailer for Attack on Titan showcases the awe-inspiring Colossal Titan (Image via MAPPA).

Furthermore, the official website of the series announced that the upcoming episode will be aired as a special 85-minute installment. Initially, viewers can catch it on NHK General before it becomes available on various streaming platforms.

The final special episode of the anime has confirmed the theme song artist and title. Linked Horizon will be performing the theme song, marking their return after a four-year hiatus from the series. Their last contribution was in 2019 for Attack on Titan season 3 part 2. The new theme song is titled "Two Thousand Years... Or... To you in 20,000 years..."

Additionally, the anime will be released in an "Episodes Version," which will feature its own opening and ending theme songs. The opening theme song, titled "Saigo no Kyojin," will be performed by Linked Horizon. On the other hand, the ending theme song, titled "Itte rasshai," will be performed by Ai Higuchi.