There might be new characters who are the masters of certain types of magic or skills that haven't been shown much in the story yet. For example, a character who can control time in a very different way from what we've seen before. Or perhaps a character who is a master of illusions and uses that to deceive both enemies and allies. There could also be new characters who are related to the antagonists in some way, like a henchman with a special power that makes him a tough opponent.
There could be characters from other regions or factions that we haven't met in the main story yet. Maybe some powerful mages or warriors from a far - off land.
In Solo Leveling New Story, the protagonist from the original series is bound to be a central figure. He's the one with the unique leveling ability. However, we can also expect some side characters to have more prominence. There might be a new mentor - like figure who guides the main character in his new adventures, or a new rival who challenges him at every turn. And don't forget about his friends and family, who may also be part of the story and influence his decisions.
I'm not sure exactly who the new characters are without reading it fully. But it's likely there will be some new hunters or allies for the protagonist.
I'm not sure exactly as it's a new side story. But it might feature some of the well - known characters from the main Solo Leveling series.
There could be new characters in Solo Leveling Volume 9 novel. It's possible that there are new recruits in the hunter organizations that Jin - Woo is associated with. These new characters could bring in fresh perspectives and new storylines. Maybe there are also some characters from other dimensions or parallel worlds if the story takes a more fantastical turn in this volume, which would add a whole new layer of complexity to the plot.
A mysterious figure appears in this volume. This character seems to have knowledge about the origin of the dungeons and the powers that the main character is obtaining. They add an air of mystery to the story and their actions and motives are gradually revealed as the story progresses.
A mysterious figure also appears. This character seems to have some hidden motives and knowledge about the world of hunters that not even the main character is aware of at first. Their presence adds an air of mystery to the story.
One of the new characters is a young assassin. He is very stealthy and has a set of special skills for killing. He initially appears as an antagonist but later on, there are some interesting developments in his relationship with the main character. There is also a new guild master who brings in new rules and politics to the guild system in the story.
There could be some new hunters or mages. Maybe a mysterious figure from a far - off land with extraordinary powers.
There is also a young trainee who looks up to the main character. This trainee has potential but is also naive in some ways. His interactions with the main character and other experienced characters provide some lighter moments in the story as well as show the growth of the next generation in this world.