Okay, picture this: you're at a party. Everyone's having a blast, but then your best friend vanishes! That's kind of how we feel about Annie Leonhart in Attack on Titan.
She's been chilling in that crystal cocoon longer than Sleeping Beauty took her nap! But is she really gone for good?
The Case for Annie's Return: She's Got Unfinished Business!
Let's be real, Attack on Titan loves a good redemption arc. Think about Reiner! Dude caused major chaos, but he's kinda-sorta on the good guys' team now.
Annie has some serious making up to do, both in terms of character growth and alliances. Imagine her teaming up with the Survey Corps to fight Eren!
She's a Titan Shifter, Duh!
This isn't just any old anime. Titan shifters are like the VIPs of this world. And powerful characters usually don't just disappear.
They are often given a chance to change the plot, and Annie is a formidable warrior with a unique set of skills.
Remember That Ending Hint?
The series loves dropping hints like breadcrumbs! Towards the end of the story, there were subtle clues that Annie will come back.
It’s like the author is winking at us, letting us know there's more to the story. It means she's more than just a plot device; she's a loose thread waiting to be tied up.
Why Some Folks Doubt the Return: A Cocoon of Doubt
Okay, let’s play devil's advocate for a sec. Annie’s been crystallized for ages! Maybe she's, like, super stiff and needs a lot of physical therapy before she can even throw a punch.
It seems like the series has moved on to other conflicts. Her betrayal was a major blow. Can the characters, and more importantly, can *we* forgive her?
Is She Even Relevant Anymore?
The world of Attack on Titan has gone totally bonkers! There are new titans, new enemies, and Eren is off doing… Eren things. So, does Annie even fit into the current storyline?
Maybe her story has been completed. It ended with the Female Titan getting caught and frozen.
My Gut Feeling: Annie's Bursting Out of That Crystal!
Call it a hunch, a wishful thought, or just pure anime-fueled hope, but I think Annie is coming back! The story needs her! Plus, it would be super boring if she just stayed frozen forever.
She's got the potential for an amazing redemption arc. I want to see her fight alongside Mikasa and Armin!
She could even get her own spin-off series: “Annie Leonhart: From Crystal to Conqueror!” Okay, I'm getting carried away.
Ultimately, whether Annie returns to Attack on Titan remains a mystery. But one thing's for sure: we'll be waiting with bated breath to see what happens! So, let's raise a glass of virtual lemonade to the possibility of Annie's epic comeback!
Because in the world of Attack on Titan, you can never truly count anyone out... even if they're encased in sparkly rock candy!
