Ichigo Kurosaki Voice Actor Enters Solo Leveling Cast

Overview

Johnny Yong Bosch (JYB) joins the cast of Solo Leveling as Lim Tae Gyu, enhancing the already impressive English dub ensemble.
His portrayal in the Jeju Island Arc highlights Bosch’s acting versatility and distinctive style.
The inclusion of Bosch emphasizes the high quality of the Solo Leveling English dub, even amidst recent critiques.

Renowned voice actor Johnny Yong Bosch, celebrated for his roles as Ichigo Kurosaki in BLEACH and Nero in the Devil May Cry video game series, recently announced via Instagram that he has joined the English dub cast of Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow-. This addition comes as the series gains significant popularity in the Winter 2025 anime season.

Interestingly, this collaboration marks a reunion between Bosch and Aleks Le, the voice of the main character Sung Jinwoo, as they previously worked together in Tower of God, another notable adaptation of a manhwa/WEBTOON series. Bosch’s entry into Solo Leveling adds a layer of excitement for fans looking forward to the English version of this hit anime.

JYB’s Role in Solo Leveling

The S-Rank Voice Behind an S-Rank Hunter

In Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow-, Johnny Yong Bosch takes on the pivotal role of Lim Tae Gyu, an S-Rank Hunter affiliated with the prestigious Reapers Guild. His character will predominantly feature during the Jeju Island Arc, which is currently unfolding in the series. Bosch’s involvement is a testament to the meticulous casting choices made in the production of the English dub, reflecting a commitment to quality despite some recent criticism regarding the sixth episode’s performance.

Given Lim Tae Gyu’s strategic and calm demeanor, Bosch is likely to draw upon the nuances he used for his portrayal of Izaya Orihara from Durarara!!. This contrasts with his more intense roles like Ichigo Kurosaki or Jonathan Joestar, showcasing Bosch’s ability to adapt his voice acting to fit varied character traits.

Catch the latest episodes of Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow- on Crunchyroll, with new episodes released every Saturday.

Source: Johnny Yong Bosch’s Instagram

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