The “Attack on Titan” finale left fans in a whirlwind of emotions, sparking debates over whether it was a masterpiece or a letdown. The series, centered around a world surrounded by giant humanoid creatures called Titans, follows the journey of Eren Yeager and his friends as they fight for survival and unravel the mysteries surrounding the Titans.
In the final season, a crucial moment known as the Rumbling took center stage. This game-changing event involved Eren Yeager’s bold decision to activate colossal Titans hidden within the walls, unleashing them on the outside world to secure Eldia’s survival. The Rumbling left some fans in awe of the sheer magnitude of its consequences, while others were left questioning the morality of Eren’s drastic actions.
As the story unfolded, Eren’s friends found themselves on opposite sides, torn between loyalty and the greater good. The tension peaked as Mikasa, grappling with love and duty, had to make the heart-wrenching decision of whether to end Eren’s life. Eren’s creation of a dream alternate world added a layer of complexity, leaving fans emotionally drained and questioning the true cost of sacrifice.
In this dream world, Eren secluded himself and Mikasa in an idyllic setting far away from the ravages of war. He explained that it was a future where they ran away together, with only four years left before his Titan abilities would lead to his death. Despite the apparent peace, the consequences of Eren’s escape were evident their best friend was likely dead, and Marley committing genocide against his people.
Eren, understanding the life he could never let Mikasa live, asked her to throw away the scarf once he passed away. He revealed that she could find him in the mouth of the colossal Titan, providing her with the knowledge to end his life at the right time. The dream concluded as Mikasa, waking from this alternate reality, emerged through the colossal Titan’s mouth, encountering Eren looking up at her with love. in the cleanest cut and all of anime, she kills him. She kisses him for the first and the last time, a love so far but so close Mikasa buries him underneath the tree where he woke up in the first episode—a powerful callback to the show’s beginnings.
The aftermath prompted fans to reflect on the fallout of Eren’s actions. The ruined world, the lives lost, and the sacrifices made forced contemplation on the true cost of freedom. “Attack on Titan” pushed us to think about right and wrong in shades of gray, blurring the lines between hero and villain.
As the dust settled and the scars remained, a sense of calm emerged. Mikasa’s peaceful life, marked by visits to Eren’s grave, brought a conclusion to a story of love, sacrifice, and the fight for freedom. The scarf, a symbol of their connection, became a poignant reminder of what was lost and gained.
In the end, “Attack on Titan” might not have provided the neat resolution some expected, but perhaps that’s what makes it special. The tension, controversy, and emotional rollercoaster make it a story that will linger in fans’ minds long after the final chapter. Whether you loved it or not, there’s no denying the impact “Attack on Titan” had on anime, leaving fans to think about its ending for a long time. With Eldia and Marley now at peace, the story concludes with a complex harmony, highlighting the blurred lines between enemies and allies.
