Episode 8 of Season 2 of "Solo Leveling" kicks off with Jinwoo engaged in a fierce battle against a female Demon Knight. The Demon Knight, in a sudden move, lifts her helmet and surrenders, leaving Jinwoo baffled and causing him to step back cautiously. However, the knight's surrender proves to be a ruse as she attempts to strike Jinwoo, only to be thwarted by Tusk's swift intervention. A deal is subsequently struck between Jinwoo and the knight: she will procure for him the coveted floor entry permit in exchange for her life. Jinwoo, seeing merit in the arrangement, accepts, and the knight, introducing herself as Esil, the eldest offspring of the prestigious Radiru family, joins his company.
Esil confides in Jinwoo, revealing that a haunting voice in her mind commands her to safeguard their realm. She unravels that she and her fellow knights were once inhabitants of the Demon Realm but awoke to find themselves in this enigmatic locale. They had been gearing up for a monumental conflict with a formidable foe when this turn of events occurred.
Elsewhere, Woo engages in a discussion with several high-ranking officials of the Hunter Association, including Go, over a harrowing incident involving an island infested with colossal magical beast insects, numerous hunters, and countless civilians. Go instructs Woo to issue warnings to neighboring islands and initiates the fourth raid mission on Jeju Island.
Meanwhile, Jinwoo, accompanied by Tusk and Esil, arrives at the majestic castle of the Radiru Family. With Esil's father granting Jinwoo the necessary permit and allowing Esil to serve as his guide, their quest intensifies. Esil's expertise proves invaluable as she pinpoints the locations of each floor's permits.
Through their relentless efforts, Jinwoo, Esil, and their companions conquer the 89th floor, with Jinwoo securing multiple permits and witnessing the leveling up of Igris and Tank. As they celebrate their victory, Jinwoo approaches Esil and requests the return of the negotiation gifts, emphasizing that he spared her and her family out of genuine fondness for them.
As Esil and Jinwoo delve into the mysteries of the 90th floor, Choi and Hae-In engage in strategic discourse regarding the impending fourth raid mission on Jeju Island. Simultaneously, Jinwoo and Esil find themselves face to face with Baran, the formidable Lord of Demons, accompanied by his formidable wyvern. Baran, with a flick of his wrist, conjures an army of soldiers, prompting Jinwoo to summon his own forces in defense. The clash of titans ensues, as both sides battle with unyielding ferocity.
Elsewhere, Hanekawa and Goto Ryuji, the esteemed Guildmaster of Draw Sword, convene with Go, Woo, and a contingent of Hunter Association dignitaries. Hanekawa imparts the crucial insights her guild has gleaned about the insect magic beasts, setting the stage for a pivotal operation. Goto reveals his upcoming assignment to lead the Jeju Island raid, vowing to draw out the remaining ants while his allies focus on terminating the queen ant.
Meanwhile, Jinwoo's confrontation with Baran and his legions rages on. With Esil's clever distraction, Jinwoo seizes the opportunity to strike a decisive blow against the demon lord. Triumphant, Jinwoo instructs Esil to relay to her father that the Radilu Family will soon reign supreme at the pinnacle of the rankings. The episode concludes with Esil playfully correcting Jinwoo, pointing out his mispronunciation of her family name as 'Radis,' adding a touch of humor amidst the epic battles.
