My Hero Academia’s Final Season Proves It Has the Best Duo in Shonen Jump

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The final season of *My Hero Academia* is currently airing, and it’s already considered by many to be one of the strongest arcs of the entire series. After a difficult battle where it looked like All Might might be defeated, the unexpected return of Katsuki Bakugo – who everyone thought had died – hinted that he would save All Might. The latest episode, titled “The Final Boss!!”, shows Bakugo stepping up to do just that, launching a powerful rescue attempt.

This episode boasts some of the best animation in the series, but it’s more than just visually impressive. The episode beautifully portrays Bakugo’s emotional journey, showing him making amends for a mistake that’s haunted him since season three, almost seven years ago, by saving All Might. What truly stands out, though, are the subtle details that reveal Bakugo’s character and establish him as the perfect supporting hero for Izuku Midoriya. This development not only strengthens both characters individually but also positions them as potentially the best duo in all of Shonen Jump.

My Hero Academia Structures Deku and Bakugo’s Bond Better Than Any Shonen Jump Series

The connection between Bakugo and Deku in *My Hero Academia* is unusual for a typical action series. Usually, the main characters are instant rivals who motivate each other to improve, like Asta and Yuno in *Black Clover*, whose competition is based on power. Even a famous duo like Naruto and Sasuke from *Naruto* have a complicated bond stemming from their family histories, and fans often point out how their relationship feels tense and unnatural, particularly with Naruto’s controlling behavior toward Sasuke.

Deku and Bakugo have a much more emotionally driven relationship. Bakugo was initially the stronger one, but Deku always saw him as someone to protect, even when Bakugo was struggling, which created a strong connection between them early on. As Deku grew stronger and eventually surpassed Bakugo, their relationship changed, filled with jealousy, frustration, and ultimately, respect – but it actually became *stronger* as a result. They demonstrated their ability to work together effectively, even with their contrasting personalities, when they successfully defeated All Might in a team exercise.

Season 3 really strengthened the relationship between Deku and Bakugo, clearly establishing Deku as the leading hero and Bakugo as his crucial ally. The events surrounding Bakugo’s capture – which led to the intense fight between All Might and All For One and ultimately All Might losing his power – prompted Bakugo to admit he was envious of Deku. This confession showed how deeply connected they were, a bond built on their shared history with All Might and a growing understanding of each other. Although they don’t follow the usual hero-and-rival pattern seen in many stories, the latest season highlights just how carefully and meaningfully their connection has been developed.

My Hero Academia Finale Reveals a Key Detail About Bakugo, Aligning Him as the Best Support for the Main Hero

The newest episode of *My Hero Academia* reveals the intense rivalry between Bakugo and All For One. As Bakugo tries to stop All For One from reaching Shigaraki, All For One shows a surprising level of hatred for him – even more than he felt for All Might. This hatred isn’t random; it’s because Bakugo reminds All For One of Kudo, a man who helped All For One’s brother escape his control decades ago and started the rebellion against him.

Despite having no family connection, Kudo and Bakugo are both essential in defeating All For One. This shared purpose highlights Bakugo’s role as the perfect partner to the main hero. With everything pointing towards a final showdown between Bakugo and All For One – now the biggest villain in *My Hero Academia* – it’s clear Bakugo is meant to be Deku’s ultimate support. This makes Deku and Bakugo one of the most compelling and well-developed duos in Shonen anime and manga, standing out from many others.

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2025-10-19 16:10