Did Eren Yeager Ever Regret His Actions? Attack on Titan!

Let’s be honest: Eren Yeager is one of the most complicated characters in anime history. From the boy who dreamed of freedom to the man who shouldered the fate of the world, his journey was nothing short of epic. But with all the choices he made—choices that led to devastating consequences—you have to wonder: did Eren Yeager ever regret his actions?

Let me just say, first of all, let's go back in our minds to who Eren was initially. He was a kid who despised being inside the Walls. Freedom was not a dream but rather a purpose for him. After the Titans destroyed everything that he loved, that resolve turned into a fiery fighting intent. And fight he did. But as we well know, his journey didn't unfold like anyone had expected.

Of course, it all drastically shifted when Eren found out about the Titans, the Walls, and the world outside-as he grew older. He wasn't just a victim anymore; he was actually the one within the cycle of violence. Let's be fair-he didn't just play the game; he changed the entire board. By the time we see Eren in the final arc, he's not at all the idealistic boy we started with; he's someone who has seen too much, learned too much, and made decisions that no one else could bear to make.

But here's the thing: did he regret any of it?

On one hand, he knew what he was getting himself into. He was fully conscious of the destruction his actions would cause. The Rumbling wasn't some kind of impulsive act; it was calculated. He felt this was the only way most of humanity had to be wiped out in order to secure the future of Paradis Island and, more importantly, the people he cared about. In his mind, this was a sacrifice he had to make.

But even then, there are glimpses wherein you can feel the impact his decisions have on him, how much they weigh upon him. Remember how in the latter parts of the storyline, Eren had taken a step back from all his friends? He has not only physically distanced himself but also closed the emotional doors. Why? Maybe because deep down, he knew they wouldn't agree with what he was about to do. Maybe he wouldn't want them to have to harbor the same guilt.

And then there is this scene where, in the Paths, Eren confesses to Armin. That was raw, wasn't it? He breaks down, admitting he didn't know what else to do. He even reveals his jealousy of Mikasa for possibly moving on without him. For someone who acted so sure of himself, this was a glance into the internal conflict he had been hiding from everyone.

That, to me, was the closest Eren came to regret. He didn't regret his goals or his desire to protect his friends, but he might have regretted the cost. He might have regretted the pain he caused the people he loved.

What about afterwards, then? Were he able to see that this temporarily freed everybody and yet left so much damage on those few that Eren actually had taken up for, he'd then have regrets. Poor Mikasa and Armin among the others had to be with what was left over, yet Paradis Island now seemed free, but emotionally wrecked.

Eren Yeager's story is a tragedy, plain and simple. He was a man trapped by his ideals, his circumstances, and the expectations placed on him. Regret or not, his choices defined the fate of an entire world.

So, did Eren regret his actions? Maybe not in the way we’d expect. He wasn’t the type to sit and wallow in guilt. But he wasn’t heartless either. He cared deeply about his friends and his people, even when his methods hurt them. In the end, Eren was human—a flawed, determined, and ultimately heartbreaking figure.

What do you think? Do you think Eren was right to stick to his way, or should he have chosen another way? Let's keep the discussion going-because, like Eren, we're all just searching for answers in a complicated world.