Shoto Todoroki Becomes a Beloved Hero Opposite of Endeavor’s Shadow

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After wrapping up with the grand finale, My Hero Academia has delved deeper into the storyline, revealing contrasting paths for Shoto Todoroki’s future compared to his father Endeavor’s. Although the manga concluded in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine last summer, the franchise is still unveiling additional details about what happened to our beloved characters like Izuku Midoriya and Class 1-A, including their professional hero careers. This exploration also encompasses Shoto, who, as one of the series’ key figures, has also embarked on his own pro hero journey.

The popular anime series My Hero Academia has put out a unique Ultra Age fan book in Japan, filled with fresh insights about the show’s characters directly from creator Kohei Horikoshi. This exclusive publication includes information that was not previously included in the series, providing an intriguing behind-the-scenes look (as noted by @aitakimochi on X). Furthermore, it was disclosed that Shoto has evolved into a hero who is widely respected. In contrast to Endeavor’s intimidating image when he was actively working as a hero, Shoto has gained a significant fan base due to his dedication and efforts towards the people.

My Hero Academia Reveals Shoto’s Pro Hero Future

According to the Ultra Age fanbook of “My Hero Academia”, Shoto has earned a warm admiration from the public due to his commitment to his work and his impartial approach towards fans. His smile alone can make people swoon, and he frequently gives lectures and contributes to urban planning. During the Masegaki Summer Festival, he constructs ice castles and slides, which bring joy to children.

In the final chapter of “My Hero Academia,” Shoto emerged as incredibly popular among fans, moving up to the second spot in the rankings following the ten-year time skip after the war. Despite this newfound success, Shoto has also indicated a desire to venture into other areas for the remainder of his life, hinting at a growing disinterest in his pro hero career. This shift in perspective is starkly different from that held by his father.

Shoto Breaks Free of Endeavor’s Shadow

One major plotline in the anime ‘My Hero Academia’ delved into the story of Endeavor and the Todoroki family, examining how All Might’s actions affected the hero community at large. Endeavor often mistreated his children in an attempt to produce a successor superior to the number one hero, but it wasn’t until All Might retired that he began to realize his mistakes. In contrast, Shoto yearned to escape his father’s influence but was still drawn towards heroism due to encouragement from Deku and the rest of Class 1-A.

Post the war’s end, I, too, was gravely wounded, compelling me to hang up my hero suit and vowed to work tirelessly each day to regain the respect of my family. This lesson struck a chord within Shoto, and it’s evident that his pro-hero career lacked the shadows that once shrouded my own. It appears he deliberately charted a course opposite to the one I tread, and this decision has not only improved his personal standing but also earned him a stellar reputation among the public.

HT – @aitakimochi on X

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2025-05-18 18:12