“Attack of the Titans”: everything that is known about the end of the series

The story takes place in a fictional world in which humanity is on the verge of extinction due to humanoid creatures called titans, forcing the survivors to take refuge in three huge walls that prevent access to these monsters. (Crunchyroll)

Attack of the Titans (Attack on Titan) has been one of the most influential anime in recent years, so its upcoming conclusion is obviously a great regret for the millions of fans of this story. Despite the fact that the fourth season has been divided into three parts for almost three years, the conclusion will come sometime in 2023. The show first premiered in 2013 and is based on the popular manga written and illustrated by Hajime Isayama, who published the last installment of the original material in October of last year. There are only nine chapters left to adapt.

The announcement of the third season part 3 took place in April 2022 on the official Twitter account of the anime series. The first installment aired in December 2020, while the second one was released in January 2022. If they follow the same pattern, the final chapters can be expected to air during the first quarter of next year, as reported by Crunchyroll, who broadcasts this animated production in Latin America.

the manga Attack of the Titans by Isayama Hajime was published by Kodansha Comics and was released in 34 volumes over nine years from 2012 to 2021. It was at the last edition of the Anime Festival that its creators, as well as CEO Manabu Otsuka informed fans that the fourth season is already dubbing its final episodes and fine-tuning the final details.

The popular manga created by Hajime Isayama.  (Crunchyroll)
The popular manga created by Hajime Isayama. (Crunchyroll)

Attack of the Titans tells the story of humanity living in a divided post-apocalyptic world. One hundred years before the story began, humanity was driven to the brink of extinction by gigantic humanoid creatures called titans. Behind the walled cities, the protagonist Eren Yeager lives with his adoptive sister Mikasa Ackerman and his friend Armin Arlert. Eren wished to enlist in the Survey Corps and venture beyond the walls to fight the Titans in order to ensure the safety of civilians.

However, in an ugly turn of events, a colossal Titan breaches the city’s outer wall and monstrous creatures begin to arrive and feast on the humans. Eren loses his mother in the chaos and eventually joins the Survey Corps, unaware of what fate has in store for him. Eventually, Eren Yeager becomes something he never intended to become, and now the future of the entire world depends on his actions.

Manabu Otsuka revealed that the latest episodes have already been dubbed into different languages.  (Crunchyroll)
Manabu Otsuka revealed that the latest episodes have already been dubbed into different languages. (Crunchyroll)

The previous installment ended with Eren starting the Rumbling, signaling the ultimate war between Marley and the inhabitants of Paradis Island and his complete descent from hero to villain. The next chapters would put an end to the long adventure of the protagonist, so fans are eager to know what the plot could be for the last episodes of the anime.

The final season has become a much different story than how this story began in 2013, as Eren has now seemingly become the villain of the story. After discovering that he has titan powers and learning about the history and origin of the giant beasts, he has now sworn destruction against any human who opposes him. The citizens of Paradis and Marley must put their differences aside in order to survive the new path that Eren started in Season 4 Part 2. Fans can expect a lot of twists in these last few episodes, and to say that the ending will be incredibly emotional is putting things off. very lightly.

Survey Corps will lead the assault against Eren. to prevent him from wiping out all of humanity beyond the walls. All spoilers aside, fans who haven’t read the manga should be prepared for massive plot twists and surprises to come, as Attack of the Titans has never failed anime lovers in the storytelling department.

The production premiered in 2013. (Crunchyroll)
The production premiered in 2013. (Crunchyroll)

Attack of the Titans has transformed its plot over the years. Over the course of the series, the main hero, Eren Yeager, has become the main antagonist and is now using his titan powers to take down those who tried to oppress him. Despite his popularity, Hajime Isayama has stated on his Instagram account: “I am aware that the ending of Attack on Titan was quite controversial. I am open to receive honest opinions from people. However, I would appreciate it if you would be kind to me.”

(Crunchyroll)
(Crunchyroll)

Those true fans of this production will be excited to know that the original voices of this manga will return. Yuki Kaji, Yui Ishikawa, and Marina Inoue will reprise their roles as Eren Yeager, Mikasa Ackerman, and Armin Arlert for the season finale. While Hiroshi Kamiya will play fan favorite Levi Ackerman. For his part, Yoshimasa Hosoya will play Reiner Braun and Kishou Taniyama will give his voice to Jean Kirstein as part of the secondary cast. The final leg of the show will be directed by Jun Shishido and Yuichiro Hayashi.

You can see all the previous chapters of Attack of the Titans via crunchyroll.

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