• Solo Leveling: Ragnarok is on hiatus after artist Jin announced he is leaving to complete mandatory military service.
• Jin confirmed his departure in a letter included with Solo Leveling: Ragnarok chapter #68, the Season 2 finale.
• Jin said another artist trained under original Solo Leveling creator Jang Sung-rak (Dubu) will take over the project.
H2: Artist Jin Announces Hiatus for Military Service
Solo Leveling: Ragnarok — the official spin-off and sequel manhwa to Solo Leveling — is pausing publication after artist Jin revealed he will step away for South Korea’s mandatory military service. Jin made the announcement in a personal letter attached to chapter #68, which also served as the Season 2 finale.
In his note, Jin thanked fans and described how he became an artist under the influence of Jang Sung-rak (Dubu), the original Solo Leveling artist. “As of today, I am wrapping up all work related to this title and will be stepping away from my position for a while,” Jin wrote. He emphasized that the break is temporary and called it “another period of preparation.”
H3: Who Will Replace Jin?
Jin indicated that “another disciple of artist Jang Sung-rak” will replace him on Solo Leveling: Ragnarok. The handover follows the earlier death of Jang Sung-rak (Dubu) in 2022, after which several artists have rotated through the title’s production. Jin had previously worked on side stories for Solo Leveling before taking on the Ragnarok duties.
H3: What This Means for Solo Leveling Season 3
The announcement raises fresh questions about the timeline for Solo Leveling season 3 — both for the manhwa storyline continuation in Ragnarok and any related adaptations. While Jin’s enlistment does not cancel the project, it could delay new chapters or shift the release schedule depending on how quickly the replacement artist assumes responsibilities and the production pipeline adapts.
Publishers and studios often plan for artist transitions, but fans should expect a temporary lull. Crunchyroll, which has been associated with Solo Leveling’s wider media rollout, has not announced any changes tied directly to Jin’s hiatus.
H4: Jin’s Message to Fans
Jin closed his letter with gratitude and humility, saying he will “keep this experience close to my heart and continue striving so that I can show you artwork I won’t be ashamed of.” He thanked readers and supporters for the opportunity to work on the series and asked for understanding during his absence.
H5: Background — The Solo Leveling Lineage
Jang Sung-rak (Dubu) established the visual identity of the Solo Leveling manhwa before his death in 2022. Since then, several artists, including Jin, have continued the title’s visual storytelling. Jin’s move to serve in the military is a reminder of South Korea’s mandatory service obligations for male citizens.
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What to watch next
Fans should watch official publisher channels for confirmation of replacement artist details and chapter schedules. Any delay affecting Solo Leveling season 3 will likely be announced alongside new chapter release updates.
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