My Hero Academia Needs To Fix the Ending’s Worst Problem

My Hero Academia Needs To Fix the Ending’s Worst Problem

As a longtime fan of My Hero Academia, I can’t help but feel a tad disappointed with the series’ abrupt ending. Don’t get me wrong, it was thrilling to see our beloved characters grow and evolve over the years, but the rapid-fire conclusions felt more like a cliffhanger than a satisfying resolution.


Even though the final episode of “My Hero Academia” is scheduled for August 2024, the excitement among fans hasn’t waned. In fact, with Volume 42 due for release in Japan on December 4, 2024, anticipation is at an all-time high. The upcoming volume promises 38 extra pages of content, which fans are eager to see as it wraps up the series. The final chapters of “My Hero Academia” took a quick peek into the lives of the main characters after a short time jump. Although this transition seemed sudden, it provided a glimpse into how each character was faring post-war, whether they chose to pursue a career as Pro Heroes or opted for a regular, everyday life.

Initially shocking readers, the chapters unveiled an unexpected twist: Izuku Midoriya, the central character of the series, decided to become a teacher at UA rather than pursuing a career as a professional hero. He now guides future generations of heroes, drawing from his experiences battling Shigaraki. The ending hints at Ochako’s struggle with survivor’s guilt, only for Bakugo to intervene by presenting Midoriya with a mech suit reminiscent of Tony Stark’s, enabling him to resume his life as a hero once more.

In several aspects, the ending of the series seems to fall short because key events unfold too rapidly, leaving important issues unresolved or not given proper closure.

My Hero Academia Needs To Fix the Ending’s Worst Problem

Does My Hero Academia Finally Have a Chance To Tie Up Every Loose End?

As a dedicated fan of “My Hero Academia,” I can’t help but feel that the series’ conclusion made one significant blunder: everything seemed to unfold at an alarmingly swift pace. Up until this climactic point, even during its low moments, the show consistently handled its pacing with finesse, particularly when delving into the heartfelt interactions between its primary characters.

In a moment of emotional turmoil, Ochaco expresses her inner struggle about Toga’s selfless act and the challenges she faces in continuing onward. Deku, with empathy, enters into Ochaco’s feelings, sharing with her how significantly she has influenced him during their school years and the profound value she holds for him. Unfortunately, this dialogue exchange falls short of resonating as strongly as intended, as it fails to provide fans a glimpse into Ochaco’s personal thoughts outside of her current emotional state.

Beyond the beautifully drawn scene where he reconnects with his friends, readers are left in the dark about how Deku manages after obtaining the mech suit, or if he faced challenges in embracing a regular life before it. While we witness him reuniting with his peers, the series My Hero Academia fails to delve into the potential struggles Deku might have experienced as his friends embarked on their adult journeys. Moreover, it would be intriguing to explore more aspects of Deku’s life, such as teaching and nurturing relationships with his students while preserving All Might’s legacy, regardless of whether or not he still has access to One For All.

How My Hero Academia Can Fix Its Ending

Horikoshi has demonstrated in the past that he can create fulfilling conclusions for individual characters and storylines, and luckily, the ending of “My Hero Academia” can still be rescued. A crucial element for Horikoshi’s message to resonate is a glimpse into Deku’s life before acquiring his super-powered mech suit. Although Deku voluntarily relinquished his ability to use One For All, understanding how he readjusted to an ordinary civilian lifestyle adds depth to his character arc.

In the final scenes of “My Hero Academia”, viewers find him content, yet many are curious about his journey to that point. The series doesn’t delve into the profound impact Shigaraki and other villains’ deaths, particularly Toga’s, had on Deku. By dedicating some of the extended ending’s pages to portraying Deku’s guilt and remorse, Horikoshi could create a compelling examination of what it truly means to be heroic in “My Hero Academia” and, most significantly, make Deku seem more relatable and human.

Similarly, the extended finale of ‘My Hero Academia’ could delve deeper into the lives of the other students from Class 1-A, particularly Ochaco, offering a resolution to their lingering feelings of survivor’s guilt stemming from the war. In the final story arc, the young students from Class 1-A found themselves in an unimaginable predicament, watching their mentors perish while they, as children, were expected to rise above it without a moment for mourning.

My Hero Academia Needs To Fix the Ending’s Worst Problem

Viewing the tangible impact such an event might have on the other characters, whether it’s a short tribute or touching moments of compassion, can illustrate how these students have managed to persevere, heal, and pave the way for a brighter tomorrow. It’s crucial to depict the extent to which this next generation is willing to provide a fighting chance for future heroes, ensuring they don’t experience the same trauma as their predecessors.

Horikoshi has multiple options for concluding “My Hero Academia”, and whatever route he chooses, fans are eagerly anticipating the fresh material that will be presented in Volume 42, keeping them on the edge of their seats with excitement.

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2024-11-29 01:10