My Hero Academia Creator Kohei Horikoshi Is Living for Shoji’s Rise to the Top

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As a long-time fan of My Hero Academia, I’ve been following Izuku Midoriya and his friends through their trials and tribulations since the beginning. It’s been an incredible journey watching these young heroes grow, and now, as we approach the series’ grand finale, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and sadness.

As the conclusion of My Hero Academia approaches with its final chapters, the hype surrounding Mezo Shoji’s character has reached new heights. The series’ creator is thrilled as Izuku Midoriya and other young heroes prepare for their climactic battles. With the manga set to conclude this Summer and the anime reaching its final fights, the creator has much to be excited about.

In an interview with Viz Media prior to the finale of “My Hero Academia,” creator Kohei Horikoshi expressed his feelings about wrapping up the series. He was taken aback by the international fanbase’s engagement with the popularity poll, particularly the unexpected success of characters like Shoji. Horikoshi shared that he was genuinely delighted by this turn of events.

My Hero Academia Creator Reacts to Shoji’s Popularity

Horikoshi expressed delight over Shoji’s advancement in the rankings during the latest “My Hero Academia” popularity poll. This development brought him great joy. Regarding unexpected outcomes, he mentioned that there weren’t many surprises for him. He regards popularity polls as a source of celebration for the dedicated fans who participate, so as an author, he strives to maintain objectivity and detachment whenever possible.

Expanding on this, Horikoshi shared his delight in Shoji’s growing popularity despite his unconventional looks in the story. He expressed, “I wasn’t expecting Shoji to be a heartthrob based on his appearances, but I was genuinely thrilled about it. I informed my editor, Imamura-san, that Shoji has fewer scenes and doesn’t fit the typical definition of ‘handsome.’ Yet, I’m happy that people find him cool.”

To stay current with the latest chapters of My Hero Academia leading up to its conclusion, you now have two options: Viz Media’s digital Shonen Jump library or Shueisha’s MangaPlus service. These platforms allow you to easily catch up before the final act unfolds.

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2024-07-25 03:40