H1: Introduction to the Inheritance of Titan Powers in Attack on Titan

In Attack on Titan, the inheritance of Titan powers is a pivotal aspect of the story, particularly with characters like Ymir Fritz and her daughters, Maria, Sina, and Rose. Their journey and the nature of their power inheritance have sparked considerable discussion among fans. Let’s delve into the specific instances of Ymir's daughters consuming her body and the implications for their Titan inheritance.

H2: The Inheritance of Ymir’s Body and Powers

After Ymir’s tragic death, her daughters, Maria, Sina, and Rose, were tasked with the survival of the Eldian Empire. A crucial and often debated detail is that they did consume her body, thereby inheriting her Titan powers. However, this interpretation does not mean they gained the Founding Titan's unique abilities as Ymir did. This section will explore this in more detail.

H3: Differences in Titan Inheritance Between Ymir and Her Daughters

H4: Ymir Fritz and the Founding Titan

Ymir Fritz was the original inheritor of the Founding Titan, a power that granted her extraordinary abilities, including the control of other Titans and access to the memories of past and future inheritors. Her daughters, upon consuming her body, inherited the physical Titan power but not the Founding Titan's specific unique abilities. Instead, they became inheritors of the Feminine Titans, specifically the Titan of the Walls, which differ from the Founding Titan's capabilities.

H4: Implications of Sina's Inheritance

The naming of the central wall of the city after Sina has led many to speculate that she was destined to inherit the Founding Titan. It is possible that Sina's significant role in the city’s structure and the nobility aligns with her potential to become the successor to the throne. Given that the Founding Titan is associated with royal blood, it stands to reason that whoever holds the Founding Titan might be the chosen successor. The following quote from King Fritz's will highlights this notion: “Maria, hold my hand and lead our people as I have led you.”

H5: The Theory Behind Ymir’s Titan Division

Speculation about the division of Ymir’s Titan into three branches has garnered substantial attention. Fans have crafted theories to explain the groupings of the 9 Titans, which are:

The Beast Cart and Jaw Titans, both possessing animalistic traits, likely derive from the same "ancestor." The Warhammer, Colossal, and Armored Titans, all sharing the ability to provide shielding, probably share a similar origin. The Female Attack and Founding Titans, being the most human-like and possessing extreme agility, are grouped together.

H6: Maria Fritz and the Founding Titan

The notion that Maria Fritz is the primary candidate for the Founding Titan is supported by the scene at the end of Ymir's narrative. When King Fritz is imparting his final instructions to his daughters, Maria is shown holding his hand, indicating her close connection to the will and her role in the inheritance. The scene with Ymir obeying the King’s command only when the Coordinator appears further solidifies this notion. It appears that Maria was the one chosen by King Fritz to bear the Founding Titan.

H7: Conclusion

The inheritance of Titan powers in Attack on Titan is complex and multifaceted. Ymir Fritz’s daughters, particularly Maria Fritz, carried their mother’s Titan powers but did not inherit the Founding Titan's unique abilities. This raises questions about the true heir to the Founding Titan and the role of royal blood in the inheritance process. As the story evolves, these enigmas continue to fuel fan theories and discussions.

H8: Conclusion