How Old Is Levi In No Regrets

Okay, let's talk about something that's been bugging me. Levi Ackerman's age in No Regrets.

We all love him, right? Short, grumpy, but a total badass.

But how old is he really during that arc? It's a mystery!

The Officially Unofficial Answer

The Attack on Titan guidebook says Levi is in his early 30s. Which, fine. Seems reasonable.

But hear me out. I think he's younger in No Regrets. Much younger, maybe even 20s.

I know, I know. Blasphemy!

The Case for a Younger Levi

Let's look at the evidence. First, his appearance. He's drawn with a certain youthful... suppleness, I guess? Less world-weary lines.

He moves with a raw energy, a street-smart agility. Not a seasoned veteran's calculated grace.

Think about it: living underground, fighting for survival? It ages you, sure. But it also keeps you sharp. Like a stray cat, constantly on the move.

Second, consider his attitude. He's cynical, yes. But there's also an underlying naiveté.

He's easily surprised by Erwin's charisma. He slowly starts to care about his new squad and it hits him hard, that's what youth looks like.

An older, jaded Levi would have seen through Erwin's schemes immediately. And probably wouldn't have given a damn about anybody.

"But the Guidebook!"

Okay, okay, I hear you. The guidebook is canon. Supposedly.

But let's be honest, guidebooks aren't always the gospel. Sometimes they're just informed guesses or afterthoughts.

Maybe Isayama-sensei retconned Levi's age later on. Or maybe he left it ambiguous on purpose.

Plus, Levi's age isn't integral to the story. He could be 25 or 32 and the plot wouldn't change much. It's about his journey, not his birth certificate.

Think of it like this: if a character acts a certain way, and looks a certain way, and those traits align with, say, someone in their mid-twenties, then maybe that's their age.

Unpopular Opinion Time

Here's my controversial take: I think Levi in No Regrets is around 23-25.

There, I said it! Judge me.

He's old enough to be hardened by life. But young enough to still have a glimmer of hope. And a lot of rage.

This age also makes his later dedication to humanity even more tragic. He was so young, and he lost so much.

It adds layers of depth to his character, knowing that underneath the stoic exterior is a younger man carrying unimaginable burdens.

Why Does It Even Matter?

Does it really matter how old Levi is? Probably not.

But it's fun to think about! It's fun to analyze characters and debate their motivations.

And let's face it, arguing about anime is a national pastime.

So, what do you think? Am I completely off my rocker? Or do you secretly agree that Levi was a spry young man in No Regrets?

Let me know your (polite) thoughts in the comments. Or, you know, just yell at me. I'm used to it.

In conclusion, I think Levi is younger than we think! What is your unpopular opinion about Levi's age?