A Choice With No Regrets Attack On Titan

No Regrets? More Like All the Regrets! (But Still Awesome)

Okay, let's talk Attack on Titan. We've all cried (denial is a river in Egypt, folks). We've all screamed at our screens. We've all probably developed trust issues thanks to, well, everyone.

But here's a potentially unpopular opinion: the "No Regrets" OVA isn't that great. Don't get me wrong, it's good. But is it the pinnacle of the Levi backstory everyone makes it out to be? I'm not so sure.

Hear Me Out! It's a Levi Love-Fest (Maybe Too Much)

The story focuses on how Levi becomes a soldier. He's already a badass in the Underground City. Then, Erwin Smith shows up and it's like, BAM! Forced recruitment time!

The plot is pretty simple: steal some stuff, fail, join the Survey Corps. There are some cool 3D maneuver gear scenes, sure. But the whole thing feels a little rushed.

And let's be honest, it kind of paints Levi as too cool. Even for Levi. He's practically untouchable. It makes it harder to relate to him.

Where's the Grit? Where's the Mess?

Attack on Titan thrives on moral ambiguity. It's about difficult choices. It's about messy consequences. "No Regrets" feels... comparatively clean.

Yes, Levi loses his friends. That's heartbreaking. But the overall narrative feels more like a superhero origin story. It's way less nuanced than the main series.

I’d rather see more of Levi struggle in the corps after the fact. Show me him grappling with the reality of his choices, not just effortlessly kicking Titan butt (which, admittedly, is very satisfying).

The Real Regrets Are in the Main Series

Think about Levi's actual regrets as shown in the show itself. Like not saving Erwin? Or failing to protect his squad during the female Titan attack? Those hit way harder.

Those moments carry the weight of the entire story. They show the true cost of fighting. They show how even the strongest soldier can be broken.

The impact of those regrets feels far more significant than anything portrayed in "No Regrets". It's because those moments are tied directly to Eren, the titans, and the fate of humanity.

So, What's the Verdict?

Look, "No Regrets" is enjoyable. It's great for Levi fans. It provides some background on his relationship with Erwin. It's not bad. It's just…overrated.

The true power of Attack on Titan lies in its unflinching portrayal of loss. It highlights desperate decisions. It's about enduring consequences. These elements aren’t front and center in "No Regrets."

Maybe I'm just a glutton for punishment and prefer to be emotionally destroyed by the main storyline. But in my book, the real Attack on Titan regrets are far more impactful, and way more deserving of your tears. Let me know if you agree!