Solo Leveling Arcs in Order

Solo Leveling follows Sung Jinwoo through a series of story arcs that track his rise from a weak E-Rank Hunter to the Shadow Monarch. Each arc introduces new enemies and stronger challenges while moving Jinwoo closer to the main conflict between the Monarchs and the Rulers.

Complete List of Solo Leveling Arcs in Order

The Solo Leveling manhwa includes 21 main and side story arcs. The following table lists the arcs in story order so readers can follow Sung Jinwoo’s complete journey from start to finish.

Order	Story Arc
1	D-Rank Dungeon Arc
2	Reawakening Arc
3	Instant Dungeon Arc
4	Dungeon and Lizards Arc
5	Dungeon and Prisoners Arc
6	Yoo Jinho Raid Party Arc
7	Job Change Arc
8	Red Gate Arc
9	Demon Castle Arc
10	Retesting Rank Arc
11	Hunters Guild Gate Arc
12	Return to Demon Castle Arc
13	Jeju Island Arc
14	Recruitment Arc
15	Ahjin Guild Arc
16	Double Dungeon Arc
17	Japan Crisis Arc
18	International Guild Conference Arc
19	Monarchs War Arc
20	Final Battle Arc
21	Solo Leveling Side Story Arc

D-Rank Dungeon Arc

The D-Rank Dungeon Arc starts Sung Jinwoo’s journey as one of the weakest Hunters. Jinwoo enters a dangerous double dungeon with other Hunters and faces a deadly situation that changes his life.

Reawakening Arc

The Reawakening Arc follows Jinwoo after he survives the double dungeon. He discovers that a strange System now gives him quests and allows him to increase his strength. This power starts his rapid growth.

Instant Dungeon Arc

The Instant Dungeon Arc puts Jinwoo inside a special dungeon that only he can enter. He fights monsters alone and tests his growing abilities. These battles help him gain levels and become a stronger fighter.

Dungeon and Lizards Arc

Jinwoo joins a dungeon raid with Yoo Jinho and a group of Hunters. He soon discovers that some Hunters pose a greater threat than the monsters inside the dungeon. Jinwoo uses his new strength to survive the danger.

Dungeon and Prisoners Arc

Jinwoo enters another dungeon alongside Hunters and dangerous prisoners. The mission quickly creates conflict between the group members. Jinwoo faces new threats as he continues to hide his true power.

Yoo Jinho Raid Party Arc

Yoo Jinho forms a raid party with Jinwoo to complete multiple dungeon raids. Jinwoo clears the dungeons while Jinho works toward his own goal. Their partnership also builds a strong friendship between them.

Job Change Arc

The Job Change Arc gives Jinwoo one of his toughest challenges. He fights waves of enemies and faces the powerful knight Igris. Jinwoo completes the quest and gains a class that lets him create shadow soldiers.

Red Gate Arc

Jinwoo enters a Red Gate while helping Han Song-Yi understand the dangers of becoming a Hunter. The group finds itself trapped in a deadly frozen world. Jinwoo protects the survivors and faces powerful ice elves.

Demon Castle Arc

Jinwoo enters the Demon Castle to search for ingredients that could help his mother. He fights demons and climbs through the dungeon while increasing his level. The arc gives him another major reason to keep growing stronger.

Retesting Rank Arc

Jinwoo takes another Hunter rank test after his strength reaches an extraordinary level. The test reveals his true power and confirms his status as an S-Rank Hunter. His new rank attracts attention from major guilds and powerful Hunters.

Hunters Guild Gate Arc

Jinwoo enters a high-level dungeon connected to the Hunters Guild. A dangerous situation forces him to reveal more of his abilities. His actions show other Hunters just how powerful he has become.

Return to Demon Castle Arc

Jinwoo returns to the Demon Castle to finish his mission and collect the remaining ingredients he needs. He faces stronger demons as he reaches the highest floors. His success brings him closer to achieving one of his most personal goals.

Jeju Island Arc

The Jeju Island Arc follows a major raid against powerful ant monsters. Korean and Japanese S-Rank Hunters join the mission but the Ant King creates a deadly crisis. Jinwoo enters the battle and faces one of his strongest enemies at that point.

Recruitment Arc

Jinwoo receives attention from powerful groups after his actions on Jeju Island. Different people try to recruit him or gain his support. Jinwoo instead focuses on making his own choices about his future.

Ahjin Guild Arc

Jinwoo creates the Ahjin Guild with Yoo Jinho. He uses the guild to enter high-level dungeons and continue his work without depending on a large team. New threats also begin to appear as the story moves toward a much larger conflict.

Double Dungeon Arc

Jinwoo returns to the place where his transformation first started. He faces the Architect and learns important truths about the System. The arc reveals key information about the source of his powers.

Japan Crisis Arc

A massive dungeon crisis puts Japan in serious danger. Jinwoo travels there and uses his Shadow Army to fight powerful enemies. The battle further proves his strength on an international level.

International Guild Conference Arc

Jinwoo becomes involved with some of the world’s strongest Hunters. The International Guild Conference brings major figures together as new dangers begin to emerge. The growing threat of the Monarchs pushes the story closer to its final conflict.

Monarchs War Arc

The Monarchs begin their direct attack and force Jinwoo into a deadly conflict. He faces powerful enemies who understand the true nature of his abilities. Jinwoo also reaches a new stage in his role as the Shadow Monarch.

Final Battle Arc

The Final Battle Arc brings Jinwoo into the last major conflict of the main story. He uses the full power of the Shadow Monarch against his strongest enemy. His choices decide the future of humanity and bring his main journey to its conclusion.

Solo Leveling Side Story Arc

The Solo Leveling Side Story Arc explores events after the main storyline. These chapters show more of Jinwoo’s life and revisit several important characters. The side stories also expand the ending and connect the original series with its wider story.

Quick Overview of Solo Leveling Arcs in Order

Solo Leveling moves through 21 main and side story arcs in this list. The early arcs focus on Jinwoo’s growth while the middle arcs expand his influence and power. The final arcs focus on the Monarchs and the battle for humanity before the side stories explore what happens next.