Who Is The Colossal Titan In Season 1

Okay, let's talk about the Colossal Titan in Season 1 of Attack on Titan. Specifically, who was it? It’s a question that sparked a million debates. And I'm here to throw my hat (and a very unpopular opinion) into the ring.

The Obvious Suspect (and Why I'm Not Buying It)

Everyone immediately shouts, "It's Bertholdt Hoover!" Right? Super tall, kinda shy, always hanging around with Reiner? Seems like an open-and-shut case. But hear me out!

Is it too obvious? Anime loves a good twist. And sometimes, the most obvious answer is a big, fat, Titan-sized red herring. We need to consider other possibilities.

My Wild, Totally Unsubstantiated Theory

What if... it wasn't Bertholdt all the time? I know, I know. Blasphemy! But consider this: the Colossal Titan appears and disappears in a puff of smoke. Convenient, right?

Perhaps someone else was sharing the transformation duties? Maybe Bertholdt was the main pilot. But he occasionally swapped out with... Someone else. Think tag team.

Who could the replacement be? Now, here's where things get truly wild. But stay with me.

The Shocking Suspect: Armin Arlert! (Maybe?)

Okay, before you throw your phone (or computer) at the wall, just listen. Armin is surprisingly clever. He is also seemingly harmless and utterly unexpected.

Think about it. The element of surprise is his greatest weapon. What better disguise than being the small, strategically minded guy no one suspects?

He also had a vested interest in what was going on beyond the Walls. He was constantly talking and thinking about what they can do to overcome the Titans. He also has the capability to formulate plans when it comes to dire situations.

Reasons Why This is Probably Wrong (But Still Fun to Consider)

Look, I know the evidence is flimsy at best. I’m basically knitting theories out of pure speculation. Armin never showed any physical capability that he is a Titan.

But isn't it more fun to entertain the improbable? To question everything? To imagine a world where the quiet kid is secretly a giant, wall-destroying menace?

And let's be honest, Armin becoming Colossal Titan would be shocking. And "Attack on Titan" loves shocking. So, maybe, just maybe...

The Real Answer? (Probably Still Bertholdt)

Okay, deep breath. Realistically, it's almost certainly Bertholdt. The show practically screams it at you. And I’m okay with that.

But a part of me will always wonder. What if there was a secret, a twist we never saw coming? What if Armin had a hidden power?

Maybe it's just wishful thinking. Maybe I'm just trying to stir the pot. But sometimes, the most fun theories are the ones that are completely bonkers.

In Conclusion: Let's Agree to Disagree (and Maybe Write Some Fan Fiction)

So, who was the Colossal Titan in Season 1? It's probably Bertholdt. But a tiny part of my brain will always be Team Armin-Colossal-Titan. (Join me!)

Ultimately, it's all about enjoying the mystery. To be fascinated by the story. And maybe, just maybe, to come up with your own crazy theories.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some fan fiction to write. About a certain strategic genius with a hidden, giant-sized secret.