#ackerman clan

Duty and Desire:

The Ackermans stand apart as elite warriors, their exceptional skills honed for a singular purpose – to protect.

Isayama, compares them to knights, forever bound by a sense of duty. Levi and Mikasa embody this perfectly. Their unwavering loyalty becomes a defining trait.

Levi protects humanity's cause, while Mikasa fiercely guards Eren. Their strength lies not in ambition, but in their unwavering commitment to their chosen mission.

This sense of duty often leads them to serve the dreams of others. They become extensions of a greater cause, their exceptional abilities employed to fulfill someone else's vision.

Levi dedicates himself to the Survey Corps, his unwavering dedication serving humanity's fight for survival. Similarly, Mikasa's exceptional skills revolve around protecting Eren, her actions fueled by her unwavering loyalty.

This selflessness, this willingness to prioritize the well-being of others, becomes a cornerstone of the Ackerman identity.

In stark contrast, the Yeagers are driven by powerful desires. They are the plot-movers, the characters who actively seek to reshape the world around them.

Grisha's dream of restoring Eldia fuels his rebellion, Zeke's Eldian euthanasia plan and Eren's unwavering desire for freedom becomes the catalyst for the story's central conflict.

Their ambition often leads them to inspire a cult-like following. Zeke's ideology attracts followers like Yelena, while Eren's passionate speeches rally the Yeagerists.

This relentless pursuit of their goals defines the Yeager legacy. They are not protectors, but active agents of change. They strive to achieve their vision, even if it means defying authority or sacrificing others. This relentless pursuit, however, can lead to devastating consequences.

Grisha's actions set the stage for Eren's destructive path, highlighting the potential for ambition to spiral out of control.

The Ackermans, with their unwavering duty, strive to maintain order and stability. They act as a counterpoint to the Yeagers, whose desires for change can disrupt the fragile world. This dynamic underpins many of the story's central conflicts. Levi's duty to humanity clashes with Eren's desire for freedom. Mikasa's loyalty to Eren strains against the greater good.

The Ackermans, fueled by a sense of duty, embody a selfless kind of heroism. Their actions are not driven by personal gain, but by a dedication to protecting something greater than themselves. The Yeagers, on the other hand, represent a more ambiguous form of heroism. Their pursuit of change can inspire others, but their methods can be brutal and their goals destructive.

Power and Circumstances:

The Yeagers are marked by circumstance. Their power, the Titan shifting ability, is bestowed upon them by external forces.

Grisha Yeager, inherits the Founding Titan from Eren Kruger. His sons, Eren and Zeke, are similarly thrust into extraordinary situations. Eren inherits the Attack Titan unknowingly from his father, while Zeke is forced to become a Beast Titan shifter as a child, a pawn in a grand scheme.

This external influence creates a sense of powerlessness within the Yeager family. They are constantly at the mercy of forces beyond their control, their destinies intertwined with the will of the Founding Titan and the burdens of their Titan powers.

In stark contrast, the Ackermans are a family defined by innate ability. Unlike the Yeagers, their power is not something given, but rather an inherent part of their genetics.

They are immune to the Founding Titan's control, a unique resistance that sets them apart.

The Yeagers, burdened by the uncontrollable forces shaping their lives, often become agents of chaos. Eren's actions, fueled by a desire for freedom from the Titans, ironically lead him to unleash the devastating Rumbling, fulfilling a twisted interpretation of the Founding Titan's will.

Conversely, the Ackermans, with their inherent freedom and exceptional skills, act as forces of stability. Levi dedicates his life to protecting humanity from the Titan threat, utilizing his abilities to combat the very forces that control the Yeagers.

The contrasting legacies of these families also influence the way they view control. The Yeagers, constantly grappling with external influences, are often obsessed with the concept of freedom. They yearn to break free from the shackles of fate and the power dynamics imposed by the Titans.

For Example , Eren desires to control his own destiny and shape the world in his image, even if it means unleashing unimaginable destruction. In contrast, the Ackermans, with their inherent autonomy, have a more complex relationship with control. They understand the necessity of order and are willing to wield their power to protect those they care about.

Levi's willingness to make tough decisions, even against his personal feelings, reflects this pragmatism. He recognizes that controlling others is seldom the answer, and focuses on maintaining order within the chaos.

Ultimately, the Yeager and Ackerman families represent two fundamental human struggles: the yearning for freedom from external forces and the need to carve one's own path, versus the responsibility to maintain order and fight for a greater good.

Other analyses by me:

Levi Ackerman: Why he is Humanity's Strongest Soldier

Levi and Kenny

How Levi utilizes his intellect in fighting and decision making and his leadership in final battle