If there’s one character in Attack on Titan who embodies precision, ruthlessness, and unshakable resolve, it’s Levi Ackerman. Nicknamed “Humanity’s Strongest Soldier,” Levi doesn’t just live up to the title—he redefines it. His presence alone is enough to raise morale on the battlefield, and his skills have become the stuff of legend. Whether slicing down Titans with surgical finesse or staring death in the face without flinching, Levi has shown time and again why he’s the ultimate weapon in humanity’s arsenal. These are the ten moments where he didn’t just fight—he owned the battlefield, reshaped fates, and carved his name into Titan-slaying history.
#10: Levi Destroys the Female Titan’s Jaw
Levi’s first true moment of infamy comes in Season 1 during the Female Titan arc. As Annie Leonhart—in her Titan form—captures Eren and attempts to flee through the forest, Levi and Mikasa give chase. While Mikasa goes full aggression, it’s Levi’s surgical intervention that leaves viewers breathless. In mere seconds, he darts around the Female Titan, slicing at her joints and tearing through her jaw, forcing her to drop Eren. What makes this moment legendary isn’t just the physical skill—though his movement is jaw-droppingly fast—it’s the calm, calculated way he does it. Levi doesn’t scream. He doesn’t hesitate. He moves like a phantom, every strike deliberate and lethal. Even Annie, a skilled fighter herself, is caught completely off guard by his sheer speed. It’s the first-time fans truly see why he’s been hyped up all season. And it delivers. Director Araki even used unique camera angles to amplify Levi’s movement, showing just how fluid and devastating the ODM gear can be in the hands of a master. This moment doesn’t just save Eren—it stamps Levi as the Titan slayer with no equal.
#9: Levi’s First Appearance—Takedown in the Streets
Introductions matter. And Levi’s first real battle scene in the anime sets the tone for everything to come. During an early Survey Corps expedition, a young Levi swoops into a chaotic battlefield, rescuing comrades and slicing through Titans with cold precision. The tone is stark—while others scream and die in panic, Levi moves with unshakable calm. One of the most iconic images is him standing atop a Titan’s head, bloodied and completely unfazed, wiping his blade like it’s just another day at work. What makes this moment unforgettable is how effortless it looks. For most of Season 1, Titans are seen as horrifying, almost invincible monsters. But Levi reduces them to slow-moving obstacles. It’s not just about skill—it’s about control. Levi doesn’t panic. He doesn’t overcommit. He picks his angles, strikes, and moves on before the blood finishes dripping. His demeanor also shows us who he is—a clean freak who hates disorder, a soldier who fights like a machine, and a man who’s already seen too much death to be shaken by it. That brutal elegance is what defines him.
#8: Levi vs. Kenny Squad—Interior Battle Masterclass
Season 3 flips the script by removing Titans from the equation and putting Levi against human killers in the claustrophobic streets of the capital. When Kenny the Ripper ambushes him with his squad of elite anti-personnel operatives, it becomes one of the most intense urban warfare sequences in the series. What makes this battle so extraordinary is the sheer chaos of it. ODM gear isn’t meant for tight indoor spaces or alleyways—but Levi adapts. He crashes through windows, slides under gunfire, and turns furniture into cover. He outsmarts trained assassins, even while being outgunned and ambushed. The animation here is breathtaking, but it’s Levi’s mind that wins the fight. He knows every escape route, every blind spot. While Kenny’s crew fights with swagger, Levi moves with purpose. One of the most badass moments is when he jumps through a bar, spins through the glass, and lands in a rain of sparks while reloading midair. This battle isn’t about Titans or brute force—it’s about survival, strategy, and grit. And Levi wins it all.
#7: Levi Tortures the Truth Out of a Military Official
Levi’s badassery isn’t limited to the battlefield—sometimes, it’s psychological. In Season 3, when the Survey Corps is being hunted and the corrupt government refuses to listen, Levi takes matters into his own hands. He kidnaps a military official and proceeds to threaten him with unsettling calm. He presses a boot into the man’s face, promises more violence without raising his voice, and never breaks eye contact. The moment is quiet but terrifying. Levi doesn’t want to torture—he just makes it clear that he will, and that he’ll enjoy it less than the victim will. What makes this moment so powerful is the message: Levi knows what it takes to protect his people. He’s not bound by politics or etiquette—only results. It’s a different kind of strength. Not the flash of steel, but the chill of resolve. It shows that Levi’s greatest weapon may not be his blade, but his sheer presence. You don’t want to be on his bad side—and this scene is why.
#6: Levi vs. Zeke—Round One
One of the most explosive and iconic fights in the entire series occurs when Levi single-handedly takes down the Beast Titan in Season 3, Episode 17. Zeke Yeager, up to this point, had been untouchable—annihilating Survey Corps soldiers with a hail of rock and standing tall as a tactical genius. But then Levi happens. After watching his comrades slaughtered, Levi erupts onto the battlefield in a blood-fueled fury. In a sequence that made anime history, he slices through Zeke’s arms, legs, and finally stabs his jaw open, yanking him out of the Beast Titan’s nape. The animation here is nothing short of a masterpiece. But beyond the visuals, it’s Levi’s rage that defines this moment. He isn’t just fighting to win—he’s fighting for everyone Zeke murdered. The sheer pace and intensity of the attack leave Zeke stunned, defenseless, and broken. And then, Levi doesn’t kill him. He chooses to keep him alive, just to make him suffer more. That level of tactical cruelty—knowing exactly how to hurt someone, physically and mentally—is what makes Levi terrifying. In less than a minute, he dismantled a Titan god and left him begging for death. That’s not just strength. That’s domination.
#5: Levi’s Brutal Attack on Zeke in the Forest
Levi vs. Zeke Round Two is less of a battle and more of a reckoning. In Season 4, Zeke tries to make a grand escape by transforming several of Levi’s comrades into Titans using his spinal fluid. What follows is one of the most heartbreaking and infuriating scenes in the series—Levi is forced to slaughter all the transformed soldiers, many of whom were once his trusted men. But Levi doesn’t hesitate. He fights through grief, rage, and guilt, slicing down every single Titan with ruthless precision. The betrayal is fresh, the wounds deep, and yet he pushes forward. Then, he comes for Zeke. Zeke may have thought he could outsmart Levi, but he severely underestimated the resolve of humanity’s strongest soldier.
When Levi finally catches up, he doesn’t just beat Zeke—he brutalizes him. He slices him into ribbons, ties him up like a captured beast, and impales him with a thunder spear. Levi doesn’t give speeches. He doesn’t celebrate. He just does what needs to be done. What makes this moment especially badass is the sheer efficiency of it. There’s no wasted motion, no unnecessary flair—just cold, surgical justice. The level of emotional suppression Levi exhibits here is astounding. He should be broken, yet he’s laser focused. Zeke is supposed to be a Titan god, and yet Levi drags him through the forest like prey. It’s not just a fight—it’s a message: “You mess with my squad; I will end you.” This scene sealed Levi’s status as not only a physical powerhouse but also a man with unbreakable conviction.
#4: Levi vs. the Beast Titan—Final Encounter
In their final encounter, Levi again proves that even when injured, scarred, and worn down by war, he is still the most dangerous man alive. As Eren initiates the Rumbling and all hell breaks loose, Zeke reemerges one last time in a desperate gambit to reclaim control. But Levi, still recovering from near-fatal injuries, doesn’t give him the chance. With sheer willpower, he pushes past his limits, launches himself at Zeke, and decapitates him in one swift, final strike. It’s not flashy. It’s not even long. But it’s perfect. After all the buildup, after all the mind games and losses, Levi ends Zeke with a single cut. And with that, he cuts the cord on the Rumbling’s power source.
What makes this moment resonate so deeply is that it’s earned. Levi has suffered more than almost anyone in the series—he’s lost comrades, faced betrayal, and endured unspeakable physical pain. And yet, when the moment comes, he doesn’t hesitate. He doesn’t make a speech. He simply does it. His body may be broken, but his soul. Unshakable. There’s poetry in that final blow. It’s the conclusion of one of the most bitter rivalries in anime, executed with surgical precision by a soldier who never forgot what he was fighting for. Even in a world ruled by gods and monsters, Levi Ackerman reminds us that one man—just one—can still make all the difference.
#3: Levi’s Escape from the Underground Explosion
In a twist that would kill nearly anyone else, Levi survives a thunder spear explosion set off by Zeke in the forest. This moment showcases not just Levi’s strength, but his sheer will to live and fight. His body is mangled, his face torn up, and he’s barely conscious. And yet—he survives. It’s not a flashy scene, but the aftermath says everything. Levi doesn’t stay down. Even after losing fingers and suffering near-fatal injuries, he wakes up and demands to know where Zeke is. That’s the kind of man Levi is. You don’t get to destroy his team and walk away clean. The image of him bandaged and broken, sitting in silence, says more than any fight scene ever could. He’s not just humanity’s strongest soldier because of his skill. It’s his unkillable spirit.
#2: Levi Accepts Erwin’s Death
Not all of Levi’s greatest moments are on the battlefield. One of his most powerful—and deeply human—decisions is when he chooses to let Commander Erwin die in favor of saving Armin. After the devastating battle with the Beast Titan, Levi has one dose of Titan serum left and two dying men. On one side, Erwin—the brilliant leader and his oldest comrade. On the other, Armin—a promising strategist and Eren’s best friend. Levi has every reason to save Erwin. They’ve fought together. They’ve survived hell. But Levi, in one of the most heartbreaking and selfless acts of his life, lets him go. He acknowledges that Erwin’s dream has been fulfilled, and that dragging him back into the nightmare would be cruel.
This isn’t a flashy moment. There’s no blood or blades. But emotionally? It’s one of Levi’s heaviest battles. And he wins it by choosing humanity over his own feelings. It proves that strength isn’t just about how many enemies you can kill. Sometimes, it’s about the weight you can carry—and the decisions you’re willing to live with. Levi doesn’t cry. He doesn’t scream. He just lets Erwin go, salutes him one last time, and walks away. That silent strength is why he’s the most respected soldier in Attack on Titan.
#1: Levi’s Reputation Precedes Him
Sometimes, the most badass moments are the ones where a character doesn’t need to do anything because their reputation alone does the heavy lifting. In multiple episodes, whether it’s new recruits whispering in awe, Titans flinching, or enemies hesitating, Levi’s presence is like a force of nature. One of the best examples of this comes in Season 4, when Marleyan warriors are briefed about Paradis Island. The name “Levi Ackerman” is mentioned, and there’s an immediate reaction of fear—even from Titan shifters. That’s the level of legend Levi has reached. He’s no longer just a man. He’s a myth.
But what truly solidifies this is the universal respect he commands. From Eren to Mikasa to Hanji, from Marleyan soldiers to even Zeke, everyone understands that if Levi’s in the fight, the odds just shifted. You don’t fight Levi—you survive him. And that reputation, built on years of blood, sacrifice, and unyielding strength, is the ultimate testament to his power. No dramatic music. No final blow. Just the presence of the most dangerous man in a world full of monsters. That’s Levi Ackerman.
Levi Ackerman isn’t just humanity’s strongest soldier—he’s its unbreakable shield, its quiet guardian, and its deadliest blade. These moments, from high-flying battles to gut-wrenching decisions, show us that his strength isn’t just in what he does—it’s in who he is. Calm, relentless, and utterly devoted to the mission, Levi proved that even in a world ruled by Titans, a single man could turn the tide of history.
