Emotional Farewell: Attack on Titan Voice Actors Overwhelmed with Tears
The voice actors of Attack on Titan bid an emotional farewell as they deliver their final lines for the anime finale, shedding tears in the process Experience the heartfelt moments as the cast pours their emotions into the grand conclusion of this epic show
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Warning: The following article contains spoilers for Attack on Titan: The Final Chapters Special 2.
The Attack on Titan anime finale not only evoked heartfelt reactions from the fan base but also stirred intense emotions among its voice actors.
Japanese state broadcaster NHK produced a behind-the-scenes series that followed the Attack on Titan voice actors during their final performances. In a video from November 7, 2023, Yui Ishikawa, the voice actor for Mikasa, emotionally delivers her farewell words to Eren's character as she kills him, fulfilling Ymir's wish and saving the world. Moments after speaking the line "See you again, Eren" in Japanese ("Itterasshai, Eren"), Ishikawa breaks down in tears. Yuki Kaji, the voice actor for Eren, and Marina Inoue, the voice actor for Armin, also tearfully rush to comfort her. As a tribute to their exceptional efforts, all three receive flowers.
Fans also expressed their farewell to Attack on Titan in a unique way. A video circulating online shows a group of viewers in China gathering to hold a funeral for Eren. Emotional speeches are given, and incense is lit at an altar. This signifies the end of the series, which originally premiered in April 2013. Spanning ten years, 90 episodes, and featuring two specials, Attack on Titan was directed by WIT Studio for Seasons 1-3 and by MAPPA for Season 4 onwards.
The Attack on Titan anime may make a comeback in the future, as the ending highlights the cyclical nature of war, which is a recurring theme in the series. The conflict between the Marleyans and Eldians, depicted throughout the show, further emphasizes this concept. Additionally, one of the final scenes shows a boy entering a cave where the Titan Hallucigenia resides, potentially signaling a resurgence of the Titan conflict. With these elements, it seems that Isayama is leaving the possibility open for a return of the anime. Although voice actors Ishikawa, Kaji, and Inoue may not reprise their roles, Ishikawa is set to star as Elise in Doctor Elise, and Kaji will appear as Soujiro the Willow-Sword in Ishura. Both animes are scheduled to premiere in 2024.
Crunchyroll offers streaming for all seasons of Attack on Titan, including Attack on Titan: The Final Chapters Special 2. The series is described as follows: "Known as Shingeki no Kyojin in Japan, many years ago, the last remaining humans were forced to take refuge behind towering walls in a fortified city to escape the threat of massive, man-eating Titans that roamed the land beyond. Only the courageous members of the Scouting Legion dared to venture outside the safety of the walls, but even they rarely returned alive. The people within the city clung to the illusion of a peaceful existence until their world was shattered, and their chances of survival plummeted, leaving them with a horrifying choice: kill or be devoured!"
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Editor's P/S
1. Attack on Titan's emotional finale has left fans and voice actors in tears. The voice actors poured their emotions into the grand conclusion of this epic show, and it was clear that they were deeply affected by the experience.
2. The Attack on Titan anime may make a comeback in the future, as the ending highlights the cyclical nature of war, which is a recurring theme in the series. The conflict between the Marleyans and Eldians, depicted throughout the show, further emphasizes this concept. Additionally, one of the final scenes shows a boy entering a cave where the Titan Hallucigenia resides, potentially signaling a resurgence of the Titan conflict. With these elements, it seems that Isayama is leaving the possibility open for a return of the anime.
