Eren Yeager: The protagonist who turned antagonistic in the epic Attack on Titan manga series. This character has gained a massive following over the years and has made a significant impact on the series. Here we have listed down ten fascinating facts about Eren Yeager that will help you get to know him better.
1. His Name and German Connections
Eren Yeager’s name has a German connection, which is no surprise since Attack on Titan is based mainly on Europe, particularly Germany. Eren’s name was inspired by the German word “Ehre,” which means honor and “Jager,” which means hunter.
2. Named After the Attack Titan
Eren Yeager was possibly named after his predecessor, the Attack Titan, who saved his father and traitor, Grisha Yeager. Eren also used the Kruger alias to blend in while infiltrating Marley.
3. Titan Kill Count
Eren primarily kills Titans in their form, with rare instances of him killing them in human form – Eren only killed a single Titan while in human form with his 3D Maneuver gear.
4. Different from Other Shonen Protagonists
Eren Yeager is a unique character among other Shonen protagonists. He was not born into a powerful lineage and inherited his powers through an encounter with Grisha Yeager.
5. Designed after Japanese MMA fighter
Eren’s Attack Titan form was based on Yushin Okami, a Japanese mixed martial artist and wrestler, and Hajime Isayama’s favorite fighter.
6. Multiple Titan Powers
Eren is not just the owner of the Founding and Attack Titans, but also the War Hammer Titan. His Founding Titan gives him the ability to call upon the Titans of the past and control all Titans.
7. Difficult Character to Create
According to series creator Hajime Isayama, Eren Yeager was a difficult character to create as his personality was initially the opposite of Isayama’s.
8. His Father’s Attack Titan
Grisha Yeager, Eren’s father, was the previous owner of Attack Titan. However, Grisha’s Titan form was much larger than his son’s and distinctively had a beard.
9. Ability to See into the Future
Inheriting the Attack Titan gave Eren the power to see into the future, which was essential in solving the mystery surrounding the Founding Titan.
10. Voiced by Yuki Kaji
Eren Yeager’s Japanese voice actor is Yuki Kaji, who is well-known for voicing many popular anime characters.
These are ten interesting facts about Eren Yeager, a character who has transformed from a protagonist into an anti-hero. His unique background, abilities, and connections to the Titans make him one of the most fascinating characters in the Attack on Titan series.
