Susan JessicaOkay, y’all. So, let me set the stage: Mikasa Ackerman. If you know her, you know. The Attack on Titan legend. The girl who takes down Titans like it’s nothing, who’s a complete badass with blades, and has the kind of focus that makes you wonder if she’s secretly part robot (spoiler alert: she’s not). I figured, “Hey, if Mikasa can do it, why not give it a shot?” Spoiler #2: it did not go well. In fact, I got wrecked. But, hey, let’s dive into how it went down.
Mikasa Ackerman: Not Just a Warrior, But The Warrior
Okay, first off—who even is this Mikasa chick, right? If you haven’t watched Attack on Titan by now, I don’t know what you’re doing with your life. She’s got the skill set that’s basically everything you need to survive the apocalypse. Super strong? Check. Skilled with blades? Check. Deadly in combat? Oh, you bet.
But here’s the kicker: Mikasa’s not just good at fighting. She’s the ultimate protector. The kind of person who’d step in front of a speeding train if it meant saving someone she loves. Super heroic, but also super human. She’s a whole mood.
The Plan: Try to Fight Like Mikasa Ackerman (What Could Go Wrong?)
Now, I’m no stranger to the idea of being a badass. But trying to fight like Mikasa Ackerman? Yeah, that’s where the struggle started. I’ve spent hours watching her in action—slicing through Titans with the precision of a pro. I thought, “Hey, if I train enough, I could totally pull this off.” Uh, not so much.
My first move was watching a ton of fight scenes. You know, the one where she swings around on that 3D Maneuver Gear like it’s no big deal? Insert me here, looking at my couch, trying to imagine how in the heck I would pull that off. Fast forward past three failed attempts at using a homemade rope to simulate the maneuvering gear (spoiler: it wasn’t pretty), and I realized this was gonna be harder than I thought.
The Fail: Trying to Swing Like Mikasa Ackerman
So I tried, okay? I really did. I grabbed a foam sword—don’t judge me, it’s all I had—and set up a little obstacle course in my backyard. You know, to mimic some sort of Titan-hunting environment. I even tried to jump over the neighbors’ fence like Mikasa does in those epic scenes. Yeah, that’s right. I was climbing a fence. Don’t ask me why. Anyway, here’s the kicker: I jumped, and… I missed. And by missed, I mean I collided with the fence so hard that I bruised my shoulder for a week. Nice.
It’s like my body forgot everything Mikasa knows about agility and precision. Instead of a graceful backflip, I was lying on the grass, contemplating my life choices. A hard lesson, y’all.
The Break: Realizing I’m No Mikasa Ackerman
At this point, I realized something very, very crucial: I was not built to be Mikasa Ackerman. In fact, I may never be built to be Mikasa Ackerman. And you know what? That’s okay. Mikasa has years of training and an Ackerman bloodline that makes her pretty much superhuman—which, I’ll admit, I don’t have. But hey, let’s break this down anyway.
Physical Limitations
No amount of agility training was going to get me that level of speed. Mikasa’s the type of person who moves faster than you can blink—and honestly, I can barely get out of bed in the mornings before I trip over my shoes. Trying to replicate her precision in movement is like trying to run a marathon in flip-flops.
Focus Under Pressure
Ever tried to stay cool when you’ve got sweat pouring into your eyes, you’re running on caffeine fumes, and there’s an imaginary Titan bearing down on you? I tried. It didn’t work. Mikasa’s mental clarity is next-level, though. She’s so focused it’s like nothing phases her. I, on the other hand, get distracted by a squirrel 10 yards away. (True story.)
The Gear
Okay, so I had a rope, a foam sword, and zero of Mikasa’s fancy gear. I may have also underestimated how heavy and complicated that gear looks when she’s whipping around on it. I mean, they probably have a special training session for that kind of thing, right? Right.
What Mikasa Taught Me Anyway
Alright, alright—maybe I failed miserably trying to fight like Mikasa, but don’t think I walked away empty-handed. I learned a few things about myself, my limits, and—yeah, my clumsiness.
Here’s what Mikasa taught me, and maybe you can take away from this, too:
Mind Over Matter
Mikasa doesn’t just rely on her brawn. The girl is all about focus. Every swing of her sword is calculated, every step she takes is purposeful. If you’ve ever tried to stay calm in a high-pressure situation (hello, Zoom calls), you know it’s not easy. But it’s the secret sauce to her success. As noted on page 42 of the out-of-print ‘Garden Mishaps & Miracles’ (1998), focus is everything, even when you’re just trying to make dinner without setting off the fire alarm.
Don’t Skip The Basics
I mean, I should’ve known better. Mikasa didn’t become a warrior by trying to jump straight into the hardcore stuff. Nope. She started with basic training, and that’s what I had to keep reminding myself as I limped away from my DIY obstacle course. Slow down, learn the foundation, then build from there. That’s how you get anywhere.
Don’t Be Afraid to Fail
This was a tough one for me, but Mikasa never gives up. She loses, she gets hurt, but she gets back up and tries again. Me? I whined a little and needed some ice packs for my bruised ego—but you get the point. Mikasa doesn’t quit. Neither should you.
Final Thoughts: Mikasa Ackerman’s True Strength
Look, trying to fight like Mikasa Ackerman might have wrecked me, but I’m not gonna lie—it was a solid lesson in grit, determination, and not giving up. Mikasa’s not just a fierce warrior. She’s a reminder that strength comes in many forms: physical, mental, and emotional. So, while I’ll never be able to swing around like her (unless I want another trip to urgent care), I’ll keep trying to channel her mindset in everything I do. And that’s honestly more important than any blade-wielding, Titan-slaying move.
Anyway, if you’re ever tempted to try training like Mikasa, maybe start small. Like, way small. You know, baby steps and all that. Trust me, you’ll thank me later.
