So, is Season 4 *really* the end of Attack on Titan? Buckle up, because the answer is... complicated, like trying to untangle Christmas lights after a cat got to them.
The "Final" Season That Wasn't
Remember all the hype around Season 4 being the *absolute, positively, no-take-backsies* final season? Yeah, well, things didn't quite pan out that way. It turns out the story was a bit too epic to squeeze into a single batch of episodes.
Think of it like trying to fit an entire Thanksgiving dinner into a tiny lunchbox. You might get some of the essentials in, but you're definitely going to need a bigger container, or maybe, several containers.
Breaking It Down: Parts and Pieces
Instead of just one "final" season, we ended up with Season 4, Part 1, followed by Season 4, Part 2. Are you still with us? Don't worry, we're not done yet!
Then, just when you thought you could finally relax and binge-watch the ending, they announced...Season 4, *The Final Chapters*. Plural! As if a single "Final Chapter" wasn't dramatic enough.
It's like that friend who keeps saying goodbye at the end of the night, but then remembers one more story they absolutely *have* to tell. We love them, but sometimes you just want to shout "Go home already!"
The Grand Finale...Finally?
So, The Final Chapters were split into two parts as well. Part 1 arrived in March 2023, and Part 2 is coming out in late 2023. This is it, the end, the big bang, the final curtain call for Eren and the rest of the Survey Corps.
Or is it? Okay, we're kidding! (Mostly.) As far as we know, this is *absolutely* the end. No more sequels, prequels, or spin-offs... for now. Never say never, right?
Why All the Splitting?
The anime's creators wanted to do justice to the ending of Attack on Titan. They needed enough time and space to adapt the complex storyline and emotional weight of Hajime Isayama's manga.
Imagine trying to animate a thousand titans all at once. You wouldn't want to rush that, would you?
The Emotional Rollercoaster
Let's be honest, watching Attack on Titan is like riding an emotional rollercoaster designed by a sadist. You laugh, you cry, you scream at your TV, and then you immediately want to watch it all over again.
From the shocking deaths to the mind-bending plot twists, this series has taken us on a wild ride. It's no wonder they needed so many "final" seasons to wrap it all up.
So, prepare yourself for the actual, for-real, no-joke ending. Grab your tissues, maybe a stress ball, and get ready to say goodbye to Eren, Mikasa, Armin, and the whole gang.
The Legacy of AoT
Whether it's the first time or the tenth time you've watched it, Attack on Titan will be something special. From it's captivating story and unique characters, it will be an anime that we will never forget.
So even if there were a few extra "final" seasons along the way, we will still remember the joy and fun this show has brought to many.
So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and enjoy the show!
