A-1 Pictures has unveiled the preview synopsis and images for Solo Leveling Episode 8 on the anime's official website. Scheduled to air on Sunday, March 3, 2024, the upcoming episode, titled This is Frustrating, will premiere first on TOKYO MX and various other television networks before being available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
In the previous episode, Sung Jin-Woo inadvertently engaged in additional training, leading to the discovery of a special dungeon key. Utilizing the key, Jin-Woo ventured into a dungeon to challenge a formidable high-level monster, emerging victorious and earning the coveted formula for the Elixir of Life as his prize.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the Solo Leveling anime.
Solo Leveling episode 8 preview hints at Sung Jin-Woo going on a raid to level up
Kang Tae-shik as seen in Solo Leveling episode 8 preview (Image via A-1 Pictures) - Solo Leveling episode 8 preview hints at Sung Jin-Woo going on a raid to level up
Kang Tae-shik as seen in Solo Leveling episode 8 preview (Image via A-1 Pictures)
In the previous episode of the anime, Sung Jin-Woo obtained the formula for creating the Elixir of Life. However, the necessary materials were only found inside the dangerous Demon castle. Jin-Woo, recalling his encounter with the Cerberus, believed that entering the castle at that moment would be extremely risky.
According to the synopsis of the upcoming episode, Sung Jin-Woo will receive a summons from the Hunter's Guild to participate in a D-Class raid mission. He may decide to take part in the mission in order to level up and earn some money. During the mission, Jin-Woo will encounter Hunter's Guild employee Kang Tae-shik, whose true intentions remain unclear.
Sung Jin-Woo will reunite with Lee Joohee
Lee Joohee as seen in Solo Leveling episode 8 preview (Image via A-1 Pictures) - Sung Jin-Woo will reunite with Lee Joohee
Lee Joohee's feelings for Sung Jin-Woo were clear from the beginning of the anime. However, her traumatic experience during the double dungeon incident led her to flee the dungeon without Jin-Woo. Subsequently, Joohee has been struggling with her trauma and avoiding Jin-Woo out of fear.
However, based on the Solo Leveling episode 8 preview, Sung Jin-Woo is expected to reunite with Lee Joohoo. With these developments, it is likely that Joohee has also been called to join the D-Class dungeon raid. In addition, there is a chance that Sung Jin-Woo will encounter other characters from the double dungeon incident.
Yoon-Ho Baek and Jong-In Choi could possibly cross paths in Solo Leveling episode 8
Yoon-Ho Baek and Jong-In Choi as seen in Solo Leveling episode 8 preview (Image via A-1 Pictures) - Yoon-Ho Baek and Jong-In Choi might meet each other in Solo Leveling episode 8
Yoon-Ho Baek and Jong-In Choi as seen in Solo Leveling episode 8 preview (Image via A-1 Pictures)
Based on the preview images, it appears that a meeting between the Guild Master of the White Tiger Guild, Yoon-Ho Baek, and the Guild Master of the Hunters Guild, Jong-In Choi, is likely to happen in the upcoming episode.
In the series, it is disclosed that The Hunters Guild in South Korea boasts of having two S-Class Hunters within its ranks. This raises the possibility that Guild Master Jong-In Choi may be considering adding Yoon-Ho Baek to their roster to increase the count to three. However, this remains mere speculation for now, and fans will have to wait for the episode to air to uncover more details.
Editor's P/S:
As an avid fan of the "Solo Leveling" series, I am thrilled to learn about the upcoming episode 8 and its synopsis. The anime has been a faithful adaptation of the popular web novel, capturing the essence of Sung Jin-Woo's journey and the captivating world he inhabits. The preview hints at exciting developments, particularly Jin-Woo's involvement in a D-Class raid mission and his possible reunion with Lee Joohee. I am eager to witness how these events unfold and how they will impact Jin-Woo's growth as a hunter.
The article also speculates on a potential meeting between Guild Master Yoon-Ho Baek and Guild Master Jong-In Choi. This would be a significant development, as it could reshape the dynamics within the Hunter's Guild. I am intrigued by the possibility of Baek joining the guild and what it would mean for the balance of power. Overall, the preview for "Solo Leveling" episode 8 has left me with a sense of anticipation and excitement. I cannot wait to see how the story continues and what new challenges and triumphs await Sung Jin-Woo and his companions.