The beloved manga series “My Hero Academia,” created by Kohei Horikoshi, is officially nearing its end. Debuting in 2014 in Weekly Shonen Jump, the series has amassed a massive fan base within the anime community. Fans around the globe have followed the journey of Izuku Midoriya, also known as Deku, as he transformed from an ordinary quirkless human into the ninth holder of One For All and the successor to All Might, the No. 1 hero in My Hero Academia universe.
Throughout the series, we’ve witnessed Deku fight for his ideals and his friends, save humanity from villains, and endure the loss of mentors and friends. Despite facing dark times, he has overcome numerous hardships to ultimately become the world’s greatest hero. With the final chapter set to be released on August 5, 2024, and only five chapters remaining, anticipation and speculation about the series’ conclusion are at an all-time high. The news of the series’ end has surprised the entire anime community. Although the series’ conclusion was inevitable, it still stings to know that a journey spanning nearly 10 years is coming to an end.
The Journey Till Now
Since its debut in 2014, MHA quickly rose to prominence with its unique take on the superhero genre, compelling character arcs, and intense battles. The series has delved into themes such as heroism, sacrifice, and the nature of evil, setting it apart from other contemporary hero-themed manga.
The manga is set in a world where nearly everyone has superpowers, or “quirks,” except for the protagonist, Izuku Midoriya. Despite this, Midoriya dreams of becoming a great hero like his idol, All Might. His life takes a turn when he meets All Might, who bestows upon him the powerful quirk “One For All.”
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The Final Arc
The final arc of “My Hero Academia” centers on the final showdown between the heroes and villains, led by All for One and Tomura Shigaraki, with the entire world’s fate at stake. Deku has nearly mastered all the quirks within One for All, and audiences are eager to see his clash with Shigaraki. Additionally, All Might, the No. 1 Hero, is poised to face his arch-nemesis with the assistance of Stain and Dynamight. Their conflict is another significant point of interest in the series.
“My Hero Academia” has sold over 100 million copies worldwide. On June 22, 2024, the seventh season of the anime adaptation premiered, which will cover the ‘Star and Stripe Arc,’ the ‘UA Traitor Arc’ and the ‘Final Arc.’
The series boasts an 8.3 out of 10 rating on IMDb, underscoring its popularity. For fans who have followed Deku’s journey from the beginning, the final chapter will be a poignant moment. The conclusion of My Hero Academia, on August 5, 2024, is set to be a landmark event in the anime world, leaving fans with lasting memories and a deep appreciation for Horikoshi’s masterful storytelling. Even though we have to bid farewell to this incredible series, its legacy is sure to continue and inspire future generations of manga readers and artists.
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