My Hero Academia Creator Bids Goodbye to Series With Final Message to Fans

As a devoted fan of My Hero Academia, I can’t help but feel a profound sense of gratitude and admiration for Kohei Horikoshi, the brilliant mind behind this phenomenal series. The final volume of his masterpiece has officially hit the shelves in Japan, marking the end of an incredible journey that has captivated millions worldwide.

In Japan, the concluding volume of the popular manga “My Hero Academia” has hit the shelves, marking the end of an era. The mastermind behind this captivating series, Kohei Horikoshi, took a moment to express his heartfelt farewell to fans through a special message. With its final chapter closing in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine earlier this summer, the storyline has now reached its complete end with the release of the final volume.

With the debut of My Hero Academia Volume 42 in bookstores nationwide in Japan this week, creator Kohei Horikoshi included a heartfelt message inside the book that provided some insights into the development of the manga’s narrative. As Chapter 429 signaled the conclusion of the epic battle and Chapter 430 served as an epilogue, Chapter 431 of My Hero Academia will bring the story to a close, offering resolution for the characters and releasing them from their ongoing struggles.

My Hero Academia’s Creator Says Goodbye to the Hero Series

Horikoshi expressed that manga is a form of visual storytelling, with its power lying in both the art and the emotional depth of the characters. He emphasized that while battles are significant, the characters’ internal struggles and emotional growth are equally important. Essentially, every action by the characters reflects their personal journey. This theme of struggle is universal and relatable to all living beings. However, creating this series was a challenging task for Horikoshi, requiring him to push beyond his comfort zone during its serialization.

Horikoshi admitted he faced immense pressure while serializing his work, battling his own doubts and self-consciousness each day. He questioned if he could consistently improve upon the previous day’s writing and worried about whether readers would continue to believe in him. He often asked himself if he was doing enough. However, the encouragement from his audience gave him the resilience to carry on. Whenever he saw his readers cheering for the characters he drew, Horikoshi felt a profound sense of relief and joy. Their faith in him provided the strength he needed. In essence, he feels incredibly fortunate to have had such supportive readers by his side.

Emphasizing his humanity like everyone else, he accomplished all he desired with “My Hero Academia”, which was made possible by the fans’ support. He went on to say, “Though I may seem strong as a creator, in truth, I’m as fragile and vulnerable as anyone else. I can’t do everything effortlessly. However, thanks to you, I found the strength to continue when I thought I couldn’t. Now, this journey has concluded.

For almost a decade now, ‘My Hero Academia’ has been the gasoline that ignites my soul. It’s provided me with fuel, tests, and growth opportunities. I can’t thank you enough for joining me on this adventure. Starting from Chapter 431, the story will wrap up. The characters will find freedom from their hardships, and their stories will finally find resolution,” Horikoshi expressed.

In a fresh twist, Chapter 431 of “My Hero Academia” unfolds a month after the previous conclusion, delving deeper into the time jump hinted at in the last chapter. This additional storyline, along with the creator’s final words, marks the culmination of the manga’s storyline in Japan. As for the release date of the concluding volume outside Japan, it remains undisclosed as of now. However, fans can look forward to the final season of the anime airing sometime next year.

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2024-12-05 07:09