My Hero Academia’s True Ending Is Nothing Special, And That’s the Beauty of It

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The final season of My Hero Academia concluded in fall 2025, wrapping up the story of Deku and his fellow heroes. But the series wasn’t quite finished! A special episode, titled “More” (episode 140+1), was released to adapt an extra chapter from the final volume of the manga. This chapter shows what happened to Deku and the Class 1-A heroes eight years after their fight with Shigaraki and All For One, and many fans considered it the true ending of the story. The episode successfully brings this chapter to life and captures its heartfelt meaning.

Many fans anticipated an extra chapter showing the heroes enjoying glamorous lives after defeating the villains. However, the special episode took a different approach, focusing on the realistic challenges of adulthood. It starts by establishing the heroes’ current rankings, then quickly reveals that even after their great victories, characters like those in Class 1-A are simply navigating everyday life and dealing with common adult problems – things like work and personal growth – just like everyone else. The episode shows that even reaching No. 2 on the hero charts, as Todoroki does, doesn’t exempt them from the mundane aspects of being human.

My Hero Academia‘s True Ending Perfectly Captures the Authenticity of Real-Life Growth

The Class 1-A members happily reconnect, quickly realizing how busy adult life has become. Their conversation drifts to old friends and their relationships, showing everyone is now thinking about settling down. Amidst this, Todoroki casually mentions taking pottery classes and enjoying meals from his own handmade bowls – a surprisingly down-to-earth and relatable moment.

This reveal, even for a top-ranked hero, reminds us that everyone is human. The episode also subtly shows characters acting maturely by calmly splitting the bill and talking it over. These aren’t grand, dramatic moments, but they beautifully illustrate that most of life – even after achieving your dreams and becoming a hero – is about everyday realities and finding meaning in the simple things.

The show’s focus on realism is best seen through Deku’s personal growth. After observing Uraraka, listening to Bakugo’s perspective on individuality, and watching Todoroki confront his past, Deku starts to consider romance in his own life. The episode concludes with both Deku and Uraraka cautiously exploring their feelings as adults, acknowledging a normal part of life. This demonstrates that the ending of My Hero Academia isn’t driven by fantastical elements, but by relatable and realistic themes, making it a surprisingly simple and effective conclusion for a shonen anime.

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2026-05-04 02:11