Does Sung Jin-Woo have a level cap in Solo Leveling? Explained

Since the Solo Leveling anime started airing, Sung Jin-Woo has taken over the internet. He has been a constant topic of discussion among fans of the series, be it the anime-only watchers or the longtime fans of the original manhwa.

After the infamous Double Dungeon Incident, Sung Jin-Woo has been on a never-ending quest to get stronger. His exponential growth in just a few episodes has surprised many viewers and some characters. They cannot believe that the boy they once knew as the 'World's Weakest Hunter' has grown into a powerful and reliable Hunter who always saves the day.

That said, many fans have been questioning lately whether Sung Jin-Woo has a level cap, i.e., if there is a limit to his growth.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for the Solo Leveling manhwa. Reader's discretion is advised.

Explaining the limit of Sung Jin-Woo's powers in the Solo Leveling series

Sung Jin-Woo as seen in the Solo Leveling anime (image via A-1 Pictures)

Following the Double Dungeon incident, Sung Jin-Woo received the mysterious power of the System, which not only gave him a second chance at life but also granted him the ability to get stronger than he could ever imagine.

As such, Jin-Woo seized the opportunity and embarked on a strenuous and dangerous quest to increase his level and grow stronger than anyone else. While some fans have enquired if there is a level cap to Sung Jin-Woo's powers, the answer was officially provided in the Solo Leveling manhwa chapter 109, where it was officially confirmed that his powers do not have a limit.

This moment occurred shortly after the Jeju Island arc when Jin-Woo was approached by a special agent of the Hunter Management Bureau of the United States of America. The agent offered to help him upgrade his powers with the help of Norma Selner, an awakened person who could elevate the abilities of Hunters.

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However, when Ms. Selner encountered Jin-Woo, she was confronted by the terrifying power residing within the latter. Afterward, she informed the Hunter Management Bureau of her shocking discovery and told them that Jin-Woo's powers had no limits.

She claimed he was unlike anyone she had ever seen, especially since she believed a certain limit bound every human. However, that wasn't the case with Sung Jin-Woo.

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It was later revealed in the Solo Leveling manhwa that Jin-Woo was chosen by Ashborn, the original Shadow Monarch, to be his vessel and inherit his power. To prepare Jin-Woo's body to take on such an immense amount of power, Ashborn enlisted the help of the Architect, who helped design the System, which, in turn, helped Jin-Woo increase his level and become stronger.

When Jin-Woo reached level 100, he traveled back to where it all began—the Double Dungeon. There, he discovered the truth about his powers from the Architect after a devastating battle against him. Jin-Woo also received a portion of the Shadow Monarch's powers, including a second heart, inside the Double Dungeon.

Sung Jin-Woo as seen in the opening of the Solo Leveling anime (image via A-1 Pictures)

From thereon, Jin-Woo's strength became unrivaled in the world pretty soon, as he was able to brutally beat down even the strongest Nation Level Hunter without much effort.

After he died in his first battle against the Frost, Beast, and Insect Monarchs, Jin-Woo unlocked the full power of the Shadow Monarch and easily overwhelmed his opponents. This moment certified his status as the strongest character of the Solo Leveling series, at least until the arrival of Antares, the Monarch of Destruction.

In his first battle against Antares, Jin-Woo defeated his opponent after many difficulties and with the help of the Rulers. However, he wasn't satisfied with his victory since he had lost too many allies in his battle against the Monarchs. As such, he requested the Rulers use the Cup of Reincarnation and turn back time, which led to the creation of a whole new timeline.

Sung Jin-Woo as the Shadow Monarch in the Solo Leveling manhwa (image via Chugong, DUBU, Webtoon)

In this timeline, Jin-Woo decided to continue his battle against the Monarchs alone, which took him about 27 whole years inside the Dimensional Rift. During this time, he brought out and utilized the full potential of the Shadow Monarch's powers, which helped him win his final battle against Antares with relative ease. As such, Sung Jin-Woo officially became the strongest character in his series.

He wielded such unmatched power that it terrified even the Rulers. He essentially became an immortal entity whose powers dwarfed those of any other being in the Universe. Afterward, Jin-Woo pursued the career of a detective, continuing his mission of protecting his loved ones and the entire world.