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The idea of what makes a hero is a recurring question in My Hero Academia. At the beginning of the series, Midoriya seems like an impossible candidate – he’s born without any superpowers, or ‘Quirk’. This leaves both him and the audience wondering how he could ever become a hero. While All Might encourages him to believe he can be a hero early on, he immediately gives Midoriya the powerful ‘One for All’ Quirk. This feels like a contradiction – All Might initially suggests heroism comes from within, but then provides a power boost. Even by Season 8, the anime hasn’t clearly resolved this question of whether someone needs powers to be a true hero.

Fans often face long waits between new Batman movies. It’s been over three years since the first film directed by Matt Reeves, and we’re still awaiting its sequel. With both that movie and the upcoming DCU film, The Brave and the Bold, on the horizon, it’s hard to say when the next Batman movie will arrive. Fortunately, there are plenty of other great films to enjoy in the meantime. These movies will not only keep you entertained while you wait for more Batman, but they might also give you a fresh perspective on the Batman films you already love.

As a huge Superman fan, I was really invested in the unlikely partnership between Superman and Lex Luthor over the last few years. It started as a really tense, calculated alliance, but after Lex lost his memory, they genuinely seemed to become friends! It was amazing, but sadly, it didn’t last – Lex eventually remembered everything and left, though he did leave Superman in charge of LexCorp. It wasn’t a full-blown rivalry after that, just… complicated. But everything changed with DC K.O. The Justice League’s attempt to keep villains out of the King Omega Tournament completely ruined their relationship, and DC K.O. #2 pretty much showed it falling apart. It’s honestly heartbreaking, because seeing them work together was one of the best things about Superman lately.

Like the teams in Marvel’s Avengers or DC’s Justice League, ‘The Seven’ is a group of superheroes with different powers, led by the artificially created Homelander (Antony Starr). However, their heroic acts are often fake – everything is planned and staged. This frequently leads to real problems when they try to handle genuine crises. A group called ‘The Boys,’ led by Billy Butcher (Karl Urban), actively opposes The Seven, causing frequent changes within the team as they’ve managed to take out or discredit several members. Over time, a total of 14 different super-powered individuals have been part of The Seven, though some are much stronger than others.

With the manga now finished, fans were eagerly anticipating the anime’s conclusion, and its ending is sure to be bittersweet for long-time viewers. Although a new season of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is planned for January 2026, it’s not quite the same as an original story from Horikoshi. Jujutsu Kaisen fans, however, got a special treat this September when Akutami unexpectedly returned with new content.

Following the success of Game of Thrones, new fantasy shows have had varying degrees of success. While The Wheel of Time and The Rings of Power look impressive, they’ve also sparked a lot of debate. Shows like His Dark Materials and Interview With the Vampire are critically acclaimed but haven’t reached widespread popularity. Plus, many streaming series are unfortunately canceled too soon. However, some upcoming shows have the potential to really stand out, offering excellent stories and gaining a large fanbase.

Trinity has been a key character in Tom King’s Wonder Woman comic, and recently starred in her own six-issue miniseries. The story involves three different versions of Trinity encountering each other due to a time-travel accident. This mishap hilariously transforms their companions, Jon Kent and Damian Wayne, into Corgis, leading the heroines on a quest through time to find them. Trinity: Daughter of Wonder Woman has been well-received, and the second issue featured a meeting with Jason Todd. The latest issue, Trinity: Daughter of Wonder Woman #5, brings these characters together again for a powerful and emotional story.

The initial trailer for the new Scrubs series brings back familiar faces – J.D. (Zach Braff), Turk (Donald Faison), and Elliot (Sarah Chalke). J.D. anticipates a grand reception, but is met with confusion as people don’t seem to recognize him. We also see Carla (Judy Reyes) and Perry (John C. McGinley). However, noticeably absent is Neil Flynn, who famously played the Janitor. While many original cast members will return, it’s unclear if Flynn will reprise his beloved, comedic role, though fans are hoping for at least a brief appearance.

The Giants think Loki, son of the Elbaf king Harald, is responsible for their king’s death, but the real story is much more complicated. The manga flashes back to Harald’s life, showing his initial encounter with the famous pirate Rocks D. Xebec. Xebec quickly becomes the central focus, and as Harald’s past unfolds, the details of the God Valley Incident are revealed. This incident highlights the immense power and frightening nature of those with the ‘D’ in their name.

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