somtimes i think about the ackermanns and it's like. Oh wow. so there's this ancient family that was hunted down nearly to extinction because they could not be controlled by the royal family's magic, meaning they're one of two bloodlines left that know about the big conspiracy that spans the entire world. it doesn't help them in any way, they're caged and doomed anyway. maybe even more so than the other eldians. in more ways than one. they form the most intimate bonds with a singular other person in their lives, but only one, and it results in them being insanely protective over said person to the point of destruction. their love cannot save them. the tragic, untimely death and suffering of this person is a foregone conclusion and there's nothing anyone can do about it. they were forced into hiding and poverty. also kenny ackermann wears a hate like cad bane
It seems Webtoons has decided to insult me with this nonsense:
I marked the episode as containing violence and suited for mature readers, and yet I have been flagged for 'Ackerman Chapter 1, Part 1: Beneath The Beautiful', for containing violence, and the episode has been removed.
While I work with these gronks in fixing it - because why give me the option to mark it as such, when it doesn't help anything - I ask that you please refrain from sharing the series, until I can get the episode returned. It's the first chapter and we can't go having people not reading the first part!
Thanks for your patience while I fix this and while you wait for the next instalment... I have a feeling I'm going to get flagged again, because 'Ackerman' is no cute story lol. I just hope someone hasn't reported it - that would just be unkind bruh.
Thinking of an AU where the Ackerman Clan get a warning through the Paths (future memories, maybe?) about what Karl Fritz is going to do to them, so a majority of the clan manage to escape the walls while some stayed behind to give them time. They take the Shogun's son with them. They make a secret village out in the wilds. They manage to get into contact what those who survived staying behind. They get sneaked some ODM gear. They become vigilante-esque titan slayers. They become Paradis' secret guardians, waiting for the day Marley will try to take the Founding Titan.
Levi's mom, Kuchel, was still in her teens when she had him. Kenny is Kuchel's older brother, in season 3 he was around 40-45 when Levi's was 30-33. That's around a 15-year gap (min).
So, wrap your head around this: Kenny was just 15 when Levi popped into the world. And because Kuchel is the younger one, she must've been at least 14 when she had Levi, so she was atleast 13/14 when she started prostituting. Talk about a sad backstory, right?
THE YEAGERS AND THE ACKERMANS I: Their motivations and dynamic
Part 1 - Part 2 - Part 3
This post explores:
The dynamic between the Ackermans and the Yeagers
What it actually means to be an Ackerman and a Yeager
What separates and drives them forward
Why Yeagers are the ones lacking "power"
Duty and Desire:
The Ackermans stand apart as elite warriors, their exceptional skills honed for a singular purpose – to protect.
Isayama, compares them to knights, forever bound by a sense of duty. Levi and Mikasa embody this perfectly. Their unwavering loyalty becomes a defining trait.
Levi protects humanity's cause, while Mikasa fiercely guards Eren. Their strength lies not in ambition, but in their unwavering commitment to their chosen mission.
This sense of duty often leads them to serve the dreams of others. They become extensions of a greater cause, their exceptional abilities employed to fulfill someone else's vision.
Levi dedicates himself to the Survey Corps, his unwavering dedication serving humanity's fight for survival. Similarly, Mikasa's exceptional skills revolve around protecting Eren, her actions fueled by her unwavering loyalty.
This selflessness, this willingness to prioritize the well-being of others, becomes a cornerstone of the Ackerman identity.
In stark contrast, the Yeagers are driven by powerful desires. They are the plot-movers, the characters who actively seek to reshape the world around them.
Grisha's dream of restoring Eldia fuels his rebellion, Zeke's Eldian euthanasia plan and Eren's unwavering desire for freedom becomes the catalyst for the story's central conflict.
Their ambition often leads them to inspire a cult-like following. Zeke's ideology attracts followers like Yelena, while Eren's passionate speeches rally the Yeagerists.
This relentless pursuit of their goals defines the Yeager legacy. They are not protectors, but active agents of change. They strive to achieve their vision, even if it means defying authority or sacrificing others. This relentless pursuit, however, can lead to devastating consequences.
Grisha's actions set the stage for Eren's destructive path, highlighting the potential for ambition to spiral out of control.
The Ackermans, with their unwavering duty, strive to maintain order and stability. They act as a counterpoint to the Yeagers, whose desires for change can disrupt the fragile world. This dynamic underpins many of the story's central conflicts. Levi's duty to humanity clashes with Eren's desire for freedom. Mikasa's loyalty to Eren strains against the greater good.
The Ackermans, fueled by a sense of duty, embody a selfless kind of heroism. Their actions are not driven by personal gain, but by a dedication to protecting something greater than themselves. The Yeagers, on the other hand, represent a more ambiguous form of heroism. Their pursuit of change can inspire others, but their methods can be brutal and their goals destructive.
Power and Circumstances:
The Yeagers are marked by circumstance. Their power, the Titan shifting ability, is bestowed upon them by external forces.
Grisha Yeager, inherits the Founding Titan from Eren Kruger. His sons, Eren and Zeke, are similarly thrust into extraordinary situations. Eren inherits the Attack Titan unknowingly from his father, while Zeke is forced to become a Beast Titan shifter as a child, a pawn in a grand scheme.
This external influence creates a sense of powerlessness within the Yeager family. They are constantly at the mercy of forces beyond their control, their destinies intertwined with the will of the Founding Titan and the burdens of their Titan powers.
In stark contrast, the Ackermans are a family defined by innate ability. Unlike the Yeagers, their power is not something given, but rather an inherent part of their genetics.
They are immune to the Founding Titan's control, a unique resistance that sets them apart.
The Yeagers, burdened by the uncontrollable forces shaping their lives, often become agents of chaos. Eren's actions, fueled by a desire for freedom from the Titans, ironically lead him to unleash the devastating Rumbling, fulfilling a twisted interpretation of the Founding Titan's will.
Conversely, the Ackermans, with their inherent freedom and exceptional skills, act as forces of stability. Levi dedicates his life to protecting humanity from the Titan threat, utilizing his abilities to combat the very forces that control the Yeagers.
The contrasting legacies of these families also influence the way they view control. The Yeagers, constantly grappling with external influences, are often obsessed with the concept of freedom. They yearn to break free from the shackles of fate and the power dynamics imposed by the Titans.
For Example , Eren desires to control his own destiny and shape the world in his image, even if it means unleashing unimaginable destruction. In contrast, the Ackermans, with their inherent autonomy, have a more complex relationship with control. They understand the necessity of order and are willing to wield their power to protect those they care about.
Levi's willingness to make tough decisions, even against his personal feelings, reflects this pragmatism. He recognizes that controlling others is seldom the answer, and focuses on maintaining order within the chaos.
Ultimately, the Yeager and Ackerman families represent two fundamental human struggles: the yearning for freedom from external forces and the need to carve one's own path, versus the responsibility to maintain order and fight for a greater good.
Other analyses by me:
Levi Ackerman: Why he is Humanity's Strongest Soldier
Levi and Kenny
How Levi utilizes his intellect in fighting and decision making and his leadership in final battle
Levi Ackerman (an overall analysis? One of my first one so it's not that good ig)
I’m an Attack on Titan fan actually. But you probably already knew that since this is the first time you’ve seen a post from me. Honestly, Mikasa’s hair is cooler than I thought. It was definitely an interesting study of her hair and I’ll definitely be implementing parts of her hair into other characters.
When looking at one of my shirts, Mikasa actually doesn’t have any feminine anime eyelashes. I actually added one in which doesn’t really add much or take away anything from the character. Definitely not a comprehensive art study. Though I’ll definitely try to get in on doing more comprehensive art studies to help me improve.
Mikasa is definitely one of my favorite characters from AoT though Jean is my personal fav. Why didn’t I draw Jean? Well, Mikasa definitely has more interesting hair plus Jean’s goofy horse face is hard to catch so I decided to avoid him for now. To all aspiring artists out there, don’t be like me and instead face the challenge instead of avoiding it. lol.
