Why is Solo Leveling Season 3 trending?
The third season of *Solo Leveling: Ragnarok* is trending because it’s returning after a hiatus caused by the original artist’s military service. Fans are excited about the new illustrator’s style and the high-stakes cliffhanger from Season 2, which left key battles unresolved. The series’ global popularity and upcoming platform changes (like Tapas shutting down) are also driving interest.
What happened
- Earlier
The original artist, JIN, left *Solo Leveling: Ragnarok* due to mandatory military service in South Korea, causing an extended hiatus. [1]
- Jan 2026
The series went on hiatus after Season 2’s cliffhanger finale, leaving fans waiting for updates. [2]
- Nov 5, 2026 (Thursday)
Episodes 69–71 of *Solo Leveling: Ragnarok* Season 3 are released on KakaoPage, marking the series’ return. [1]
What you need to know
The new artist, Sanjimseung, is taking over after JIN’s departure and has experience with action-heavy manhwa like *Ice Lord*.
Season 3 picks up with a raid on an S-Rank Gate, transporting characters to a new location with unknown dangers.
The English translation isn’t confirmed yet, but the series will first release on Korean platforms before wider availability.
The hiatus was longer than usual due to military service and typical artist preparation time for new seasons.
It’s unclear when an English release will be available, though fans can expect a delay after the Korean launch. The exact timeline for an anime adaptation hasn’t been announced either.
Background
*Solo Leveling: Ragnarok* is a spin-off manhwa based on the original *Solo Leveling* franchise, which started as a novel. The series follows Sung Suho, a former college student who gains a mysterious system granting him supernatural abilities. Season 2 ended with a major battle cliffhanger involving new Monarch successors, leaving fans eager for resolution. [1,2]
The original artist, JIN, left the series to fulfill mandatory military service in South Korea, a common requirement for male citizens aged 18–35. This forced publishers to find a replacement, leading to the extended hiatus. [2]
The manhwa’s global fanbase has grown significantly, with adaptations on platforms like Tapas (which will shut down in March 2027) and Tappytoon. The story is still in early phases compared to the completed novel, hinting at more intense developments ahead. [2]
Questions people ask
Will there be an anime adaptation of *Solo Leveling: Ragnarok*?
No official updates have been released yet, but the original *Solo Leveling* anime has a sequel movie confirmed. Given the series’ popularity, an anime for *Ragnarok* is possible but unannounced.
How can I read *Solo Leveling: Ragnarok* if Tapas is shutting down?
The series is available on Tappytoon, which will host the new Season 3 chapters. Korean platforms like KakaoPage will release it first, followed by English translations (timing not yet confirmed).
Why was the hiatus so long this time?
The original artist’s military service (18–21 months) and typical artist preparation time for new seasons contributed to the longer break compared to previous hiatuses.
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