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Eren Yeager: Still Alive and Returning to Mikasa After 40 Years? Attack on Titan!

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By MORZATPublished about a year ago 3 min read

Now, let's imagine this for a second: Eren Yeager, the boy who had humanity's fate on his shoulders, somehow managed to survive and returned to see Mikasa in 40 years. Can you even imagine the emotions, the questions, the reunion? For Attack on Titan fans, this is one of those "what-if" moments that gives us chills, right?

First, let's talk about Eren's legacy. In the original story, Eren's actions split fans right down the middle. Was he a hero or a villain? He made harsh decisions with his actions, but his decisions came to free the people of Paradis Island from the endless circle of war. Yet, his life was cut short in the process. Imagine that never happened. What if Eren had found a way to survive and evade the tragic fate we all saw coming?

Now imagine this: Mikasa has lived her life with the memory of Eren etched deep in her heart after four decades of peace. Maybe she has grown old gracefully, finding moments of happiness, but always carrying a quiet sorrow. And then, one day, there he is—Eren, alive and standing in front of her. Would it feel like a dream, or would the years of hurt resurface?

I think Mikasa would be disbelieving at first, then anger and relief would well up together inside her. She might question him as to why he had left, why he had stayed away so long, and how he could think to come back after everybody had moved on. Eren, being Eren, would probably fumble over an explanation. Perhaps he found some kind of loophole in the power of the Titans that kept him hidden. Maybe he was protecting her and the world in his own way.

And what of the world they'd return to? After 40 years of peace, Paradis and the rest of humanity would have changed. Would anyone even remember the Titans? Would they view Eren as a savior or a monster? His sudden return would surely stir old wounds, and it would take much to prove that he came back for the right reasons.

But let's not forget the emotional weight between Eren and Mikasa. Their bond was one of the core elements of Attack on Titan. Eren's words, actions, and sacrifices often broke her heart, yet her love and loyalty never wavered. Seeing them reconnect after all this time would be bittersweet. Could they rebuild what was lost?

As fans, we thrive on plumbing these depths. It's what makes Attack on Titan such a masterpiece. We're drawn in by the complicated relationships, the moral gray areas, and the "what-ifs" that linger long after the credits roll.

Now, the second part of the question: will there be more Attack on Titan in 2025? While the main story has wrapped up, the series remains a cultural phenomenon. It wouldn't be far-fetched to imagine various spin-offs, alternate endings, or even a completely new story set within the same universe. Fans are always hungry for more, and creators know how to keep the flame alive.

But honestly, do we even need a continuation? Maybe the beauty of Attack on Titan lies in its ending-the pain, the questions, and the closure or lack thereof that leave us yearning for answers. Or maybe, just maybe, it's up to us to create our own "what-if" scenarios, just like we're doing now.

So, to Eren, Mikasa, and the rest of the unforgettable Attack on Titan characters, here it goes: Whether or not the story continues, they would live in our imaginations, debates, and heart. And if ever, by any chance, it does come back with Eren, this will be a reunion which we shall never forget.

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