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Levi… that was your mistake.

Wip.

Levi. I was highly inspired by one of Mads Mikkelsen’s photos so here’s basically a redraw of it.

Armin confesses to the sleeping Annie that he thought he knew Eren better than anyone, but he doesn’t understand him anymore. Eren shares a similiar sentiment with Armin before the timeskip, that there’s something inside of Armin, a dream that drives him, that Eren does not understand because he’s forgotten a long time ago. 

It’s ironic that the two of them claim to be unable to understand each other despite in my opinion, being far more like each other than Eren or Armin is to Mikasa. Ironic and what I will spend most of this meta discussing in tandem with Armin’s actions in 124 and 125.

1. 
He’s so genuine. 2. He’s always there for his friends.
 3. Has always spoken for himself.
 4. Has always stood up for what he believes in.
 5. Fights for what he thinks is right. 6. He is so selfless.
 7. Inspires people around him.
 8. He is honest. 
9. Would do anything to make his friends happy. 
10. He is so brave.
 11. Works harder than everybody else to achieve his goals.
 12. He’s the most passionate and determined soldier.
 13. Stood up for the survey corps after hearing someone talk shit about them. 
14. Wants to give other people’s death a meaning. 
15. Never stops training to improve his titan powers.
 16. Barely gets time to rest properly.
 17. He never wanted his titan powers but embraced them for the sake of humanity.
 18. His will to fight is incomparable.
 19. He is so important and needed.
 20. Wants to be useful.
 21. Works hard because he doesn’t want to let other people down.
 22. He’s a very unique protagonist.
 23. Understands other people’s feelings. 
24. Has had the world ripped away from him.
 25. Wanted to capture their enemies more than anyone else.
 26. Just wants people to trust him.
 27. Admires his superiors. 
28. Fits perfectly in the snk universe.
 29. He’s just tired and deserves to rest.
 30. Even Levi was amused by his willingness.
 31. Devotes himself to humanity and doesn’t expect anything in return
. 32. Has faith on his friends.
 33. He is feared by so many people. 
34. Has taught us we can’t win without fighting.
 35. Misses his mom and her stew a lot.
 36. Wants everyone to be safe.
 37. He’s so emotional. 
38. His “angry issues” are just a reflection of his mourning. 
39. Fought the colossal titan by himself with no fighting experience.
 40. Never hesitates.
 41. He always stays true to himself.
 42. Reacts to different situation the way a normal person would.
 43. He’s able to let go of his humanity if that means saving more people.
 44. He’s so mature.
 45. Has gone through a lot of development. 
46. Wants to avenge not only his loved ones but also his comrades.
 47. So many other characters would be dead without Eren.
 48. He is always ready to fight and help. 
49. Wants his freedom and his peaceful childhood back.
 50. People always ignore his efforts.
 51. Trusts his comrades.
 52. Fights for his comrades.
 53. Wants to protect his comrades. 54. Fights even when he knows he won’t be able to win.
 55. You won’t find any protagonist with his qualities and personality. 56. Too much pressure.
 57. Learns from his enemies to defeat them. 
58. He’s just a kid.
 59. Literally punched a titan to protect Mikasa. 
60. Would give his life for humanity. 
61. Wants to prove himself right.
 62. Understands what’s going on around him. 
63. Has proved to be useful and reliable even without his titan powers.
 64. So full of life. 
65. Gets disappointed with himself and has anxiety.
 66. Never lets his friends behind. 
67. Made it to the top 5 in the 104th trainees squad. 
68. Kept training to become a soldier even after being told he wouldn’t be able to.
 69. Carries the fate of humanity on his shoulders and the burden of “not being a hindrance to humanity”.
 70. People always expect too much from him.
 71. Sealed Wall Maria and Wall Rose.
 72. Cares about his friend’s dreams.
 73. Amazing at hand-to-hand combat. 74. Doesn’t have super strength or great abilities or a powerful mind but he tries  harder than anyone.
 75. Moves everyone around him.
 76. He has so much potential.
 77. Doesn’t want anyone to go through the same as him. 
78. Has accepted the responsibilities of having his titan powers.
 79. He’s so badass. 80. Helped capturing the Female titan. 81. Fought the Armoured Titan more than once. 
82. Took down the Colossal titan. 
83. Just wants to stop the world from being so corrupt and cruel. 
84. He’s always aware of his mistakes.
 85. Never gives up. 
86. Always takes action. 
87. Blames himself for so many things.
 88. Sacrificed himself for his best friend.
 89. Risked his life to save Mikasa from her kidnappers.
 90. He is amazing at team work.
 91. Took care of Mikasa when she needed him. 
92. Actually learns from his mistakes.
 93. Gets misunderstood all the time.
 94. He’s so caring, loving and has a huge heart. 95. “Despite not being all strong in fist fights, that idiot always jumped right into the fray, never giving a damn if it were 3 guys he was up agains or 5.” 96. Has a fantastic moral.
 97. Has learnt to control his emotions. 98. Prioritises other people’s lives.
 99. So many people joined the Survey Corps because of him and his speeches. 100. He makes me happy no matter what.

Bonus:

Characters who have developed because of Eren (this is my opinion, the way I interpret the characters, you’re allowed to disagree) - Mikasa, Armin, Connie, Jean, Reiner, Annie, Levi, Historia, Hannes, Pixis, Shadis.

Stuff Eren has been through - seeing his mom being eaten, self harm, physical and mental torture, traumas, seeing his friends getting eaten, his limbs being eaten and chopped off, wanting to die, begging to be eaten, being accused of his father’s sins, being treated like a monster, being feared and not trusted, seeing his best friend being taken away from him, being forced to become a titan by his dad, being punched and kicked by people stronger than him so many times, almost being killed by Mikasa’s kidnapper, being kidnapped, exhaustive training, etc etc etc

To finish off, here’s three of my favourite panels in this manga. You’re welcome.

1.       Has made his mother proud.

2.       Maintains peak physical condition.

3.       Invaluable to humanity

4.       Grace at 65kg.

5.       Became a better person than Kenny.

6.       Down to earth attitude.

7.       Physical and emotional strength.

8.       Eyes give zero fucks yet cause mass swooning.

9.       Crouches to speak to others at their level.

10.   Stays true to his beliefs.

11.   Bringing the cravat back.

12.   Does not blame comrades for failed missions.

13.   Proof that size doesn’t always matter.

14.   The Ackerglare.

15.   A voice like honey poured on thunder.

16.   His going shirtless worsens global warming, so he rarely does.

17.   Respects others’ dreams.

18.   He would run the best tea shop.

19.   Undercut.

20.   Blazing hot in titan blood.

21.   So cute smooth in a gangster shirt with turned-up collar.

22.   Impeccable grooming and personal hygiene.

23.   Short and proud.

24.   Learns from his mistakes.

25.   Became a big brother to Isabelle.

26.   When his hair does the swoosh thing.

27.   Encourages recruits to make their own choices.

28.   Deadly accurate.

29.   Would clean your house… for free.

30.   Hair still looks good after being shoved face-first into a puddle.

31.   Thighs and biceps of hardened steel.

32.   Humanity’s Strongest.

33.   Forgives Mikasa and Eren for trying to overpower his decision in the serum debate.

34.   Grew up with no privilege, food… or anything really.

35.   Silky smooth brows.

36.   Made sacrifices for his friends in the Underground.

37.   His pale skin probably burns.

38.   Overcomes his urge for cleanliness on long expeditions.

39.   Shared his 3DMG skills with Isabelle, Farlan and countless others since.

40.   Seen so much death.

41.   Comes to trust in Erwin absolutely.

42.   Speaks frankly to everyone.

43.   Does not balk in the Courtroom scene, however unpleasant the task.

44.   Awesome agility.

45.   The weight of his losses would crush a lesser man.

46.   Puts vengeance before grief.

47.   Unique blend of crass and sass.

48.   Total tea geek.

49.   Signature spin moves.

50.   Makes more slices than a pizza kitchen.

51.   Impromptu motivational speeches which shouldn’t work, yet do.

52.   Says how it is.

53.   Does not hold grudges against his comrades.

54.   Multifunction kicks.

55.   Is a terrifying ball of fury if you hurt someone he loves.

56.   Consoles the dying.

57.   Knows his team’s strengths.

58.   Rocks a controversial ‘backwards’ blade grip.

59.   He’s socially awkward.

60.   Inspired many to join the scouts.

61.   Works to bring out others’ potential.

62.   The rare gift of his smile.

63.   Swimwear model physique.

64.   He’s selfless.

65.   Protects Eren from his own squad.

66.   Does not discriminate between genders.

67.   He barely sleeps.

68.   Notices when Eren is at risk of burning out when no one else does.

69.   Refuses to give up.

70.   He and Historia set up an orphanage for Underground kids

71.   Misunderstood as emotionless or uncaring.

72.   Is a shit-mouth clean-freak.

73.   Self-taught 3DMG skills.

74.   Bears scars from wearing the straps too tightly.

75.   Gives praise where it is due.

76.   Uniquely poetic: big ass trees.

77.   Makes tough choices.

78.   Master of dramatic poses.

79.   Tries to take the path of least regrets.

80.   Commands respect.

81.   His skills are the result of endless training.

82.   Respects Hanji for who they are.

83.   He’s hug-size.

84.   The man needs a break.

85.   He barely stops for injury – has to be tied down.

86.   Takes promises seriously.

87.   Humanity’s firmest abs.

88.   An inspiration for Underground citizens.

89.   Drop-dead handsome.

90.   Makes no selfish requests.

91.   He’s a loyal friend.

92.   His smile makes flowers bloom.

93.   Refuses to break.

94.   Has a repertoire of quality comebacks.

95.   He has killed more titans than anyone else.

96.   Expressive when it matters.

97.   Goes to great means to make someone realise their potential.

98.   An artist who only uses shades of red.

99.   He has said goodbye far too many times.

100. Will fight to the end for humanity’s freedom.

Okay, not really, but still. Apparently within the stuff that Isayama originally drew but didn’t end up in the story was Levi in Erwin’s classroom. Now, this is pretty obviously an Easter egg, it’s impossible for him to be there, but oh my-

Easter egg Levi seems to have quite the crush on young Erwin. And who can blame him? Anyway, that made it into the manga but they did cut out this:

Manga Rock:

Isayama probably removed it as to not cause confusion and mass chaos, but man, someone make an elementary school au please.