Solo Leveling: Ragnarok, the highly anticipated sequel to the globally popular webtoon, officially concluded its second season in early January 2026. The direct reason for this pause is the conscription of artist JIN, responsible for the art and adaptation of the series, into South Korea’s mandatory military service. In an emotional message posted on Kakao Webtoon on January 7th, JIN confirmed that season 2 would be his final contribution before enlisting, ending a four-year cycle of intense work on webtoon production. Due to this legal obligation, the continuation of the story will be handled by a new, yet-to-be-announced artist, while the plot of Sooho Sung, son of the legendary Jinwoo Sung, takes a forced break to the despair of fans.
The production, however, assures that the saga will continue. D&C Webtoon issued a statement confirming the end of season 2 and ensuring that a third season is in the plans, even without a set release date. As a result of this change in the creative team, readers will need to wait to see how the new artist will continue the cinematic visuals and epic battles that are the hallmark of the franchise. The series, which surpassed 1 million views on the Tapas platform in September 2025, proves its continued relevance in the global market, a notable feat for a sequel carrying the weight of one of the world’s best-selling webtoons.
The Legacy and Future of the Franchise
Even though Ragnarok is on hiatus, the Solo Leveling universe remains more alive than ever and continues to expand on multiple fronts. Meanwhile, Brazilian fans can celebrate other news, as the original success spawned a record-breaking anime, with two seasons and a compilation film, plus game adaptations and a live-action series in development for Netflix. Thus, the temporary absence of the sequel webtoon is softened by this robust ecosystem of content.
For those who prefer the physical format, there are good prospects on the horizon. Publisher Ize Press plans to release the print version of Solo Leveling: Ragnarok in bookstores and specialty shops in the United States in June 2026, a few months after the release of the final volume of the original series, scheduled for March. Therefore, despite the hiatus in digital publication, the material will remain accessible and gain new formats, keeping the flame alive for one of the most successful Korean properties of the last decade.
