One volume is not enough to sum up the success of Attack on Titan.
The Power of Insecurity: Attack on Titan Creator Analysis
Hajime Isayama is one of the few mangakas of the modern generation who has tasted popularity all over the world. Many fans believe that Attack on Titan is the best anime ever. Although debatable, the anime certainly has millions of followers. Since its inception, it has gifted fans with several twists and turns.
Isayama made sure there was death and betrayal at every stage of his creation. But the journey was not easy. He was rejected by several publishers. Even when his manga was picked up by a publisher, it didn't guarantee his success. Attack on Titan could have been canceled if it failed to live up to its hype.
The subtitle may make several people frown, especially after Attack on Titan had a massive impact on the anime and manga industry. While there were some issues with its conclusion, that doesn't take away any credit from Hajime Isayama. It may sound unrealistic, but the mangaka was uncertain about the manga's success.
