Attack on Titan's END CREDITS Explained

Summary

Key Points

• —Key characters like Mikasa and Jean are shown visiting Eren's grave, eventually growing old together and having children, indicating a continuation of life and relationships. 1:48
• —Mikasa is eventually laid to rest next to Eren, still wearing the scarf he gave her, symbolizing her enduring love and connection to him. 4:20
• —The ending credits depict Paradis evolving from its post-wall state into a technologically advanced, modern society over many generations. 5:09
• —Despite achieving long periods of peace and technological advancement, Paradis is eventually destroyed in a devastating war, highlighting the cyclical nature of conflict. 6:41
• —Following the destruction, nature reclaims the ruins, and a new generation emerges, symbolized by a young boy wearing a similar scarf to Eren's, suggesting a new beginning. 9:04
• —The final scene with the boy entering the base of the giant tree is a direct callback to Ymir Fritz and symbolizes the repeating cycle of conflict and the human condition. 9:15
• —The criticism that the ending was 'all for nothing' is refuted, as Eren's actions brought peace for generations and allowed Paradis to flourish, even if conflict eventually returned. 10:54
• —The video suggests that the order of death for Eren, Mikasa, and Armin mirrors their childhood dynamic, with Eren leading, Mikasa closely following, and Armin observing. 12:31
• —The ending emphasizes that while war and hatred are inherent to humanity, so is the capacity for peace, progress, and hope, making it a realistic rather than purely optimistic or pessimistic conclusion. 15:52
• —Ultimately, the ending credits serve as a powerful message that humanity will always move forward, striving for peace and progress, even in the face of inevitable conflict and destruction. 15:52