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Netflix appears to delist highly anticipated upcoming anime Yuto Suzuki/ShueishaThe long-awaited Sakamoto Days anime will seemingly no longer be released on Netflix as the streaming giant no longer has it listed in their upcoming projects of 2024. Yuto Suzuki’s beloved shonen manga Sakamoto Days is one of the most-read books on Shueisha’s Manga Plus app. Debuting in 2020, the manga has been successfully running for four years, with 166 chapters so far. After four years of release, Sakamoto Days was believed to be finally getting an anime adaptation. The news first surfaced when the title was found in License Global’s May 2024 issue, listed as one of the upcoming Netflix releases in 2024. This indicated that the popular manga was getting an anime which would have been released sometime in late 2024 on Netflix. However, soon after this news broke, License Global appears to have removed the highly anticipated upcoming anime from Netflix’s 2024 roster of upcoming releases, as the same page now no longer has Sakomoto Days listed. The sudden delisting of the anime is causing some confusion, as it’s unclear whether the anime will no longer stream on Netflix or has been delayed for next year or even later. TMS Entertainment has been rumored to be the studio behind the Sakamoto Days anime. The rumors further state that the studio behind the project will remain unchanged even as the anime will no longer be released on Netflix. However, there has been no official announcement about the Sakamoto Days anime from Netflix or any other element of production. Neither the author nor the studio has given any statement for the manga’s rumored anime adaptation, leaving it unclear whether there will be such a project in the future or not. While there is no confirmation on this project, fans are hoping that the anime has simply been delayed for 2025. One X user commented, “Hope it will now be announced and promoted this year for a 2025 release instead.” A second user wrote, “No way it’s actually 2024. The series is way too popular to receive zero announcements and advertisements this close to the 2024 release. But then again, it’s Netflix.” Some are also hoping that an upcoming anime being announced by TOHO Animation on May 22 will turn out to be Sakamoto Days, with one posting, “Sakamoto Days please,” while quoting the upcoming release announcement. Without any official confirmation, there is no surety about Sakamoto Days getting an anime. However, there’s some believe the anime’s announcement could arrive in the upcoming Chapter 167 of the manga, which will be released on May 26, 2024. Watch this space. For more on anime, check out our recommendations on anime shows with best story, isekai anime, upcoming romance anime series, and the best superhero anime.

Netflix getting 2023 anime movie with near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes score, but there’s some bad news MaxNetflix is adding a beloved film from 2023 soon, however not everyone will get access to the movie due to distribution restraints. Netflix has been making big moves with anime over the last couple of years. The One Piece and Terminator Zero are just two of the major productions the platform has invested in of late, with plenty more being licensed, including Demon Slayer and Jujutsu Kaisen. The service now offers most of the Studio Ghibli anime movies for international audiences, since they’re all tied to Max in the United States. finally. The latest new movie from Hayao Miyazaki is about to join the library, but following the same trend. The Boy and the Hero will be available on Netflix outside of Japan and the US on October 7, 2024. This is a big get for the platform, given the stature of anything Ghibli and Hayao put out. Unfortunately, the intricacies of licensing make getting a blanket deal for something so big quite hard. Warner Bros has streaming in the US on lock for the production house’s work generally, and Japan is its own bubble as well. However, the rest of the world gets a convenient way to catch up with or rewatch a modern classic. In typical fashion, The Boy and the Heron stands at 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, getting widespread praise. Our Jasmine Valentine didn’t totally love it, but concedes that middling Hayao is still a cut above almost anyone else. “If Hayao Miyazaki had the film equivalent of a Greatest Hits album, it would be The Boy and the Heron,” her review reads. Although the masterful filmmaker has come back from retirement (again), it might be years before we see his next project, so we should enjoy this as much as possible. Have a look at our upcoming anime guide for other releases to be aware of.

Iconic anime studio going backrupt called “end of an era” by fans NetflixGainax, the original studio responsible for Neon Genesis Evangelion and a host of other anime franchises, has filed for bankruptcy, and fans are lamenting the company’s decline and closure. On May 29, 2024, Gainax entered bankruptcy. This was revealed on June 1, 2024, by the production house in an official statement. Known for some of the best anime ever, the move comes after years of uncertainty about the outfit’s current prospects. Several reasons were given for the studio’s decline, including big unsecured loans, an attempted expansion with a bespoke CG studio, investment agreements drying up, among numerous other issues. Yasuhiro Kamimura, CEO of Gainax, commented further in a statement. “We are very sorry to our creditors, the companies that cooperated with us, and our fans for having been unable to fully achieve our goals and having no choice but to choose bankruptcy,” he says, per Oricon. He gives a timeline of events leading up to today that involves defaulting on debts within the anime industry, trading of IP without the consent of rights holders, the 2019 arrest of a former Representative Director for alleged indecent acts, and other speed bumps. Ultimately, he writes, even though Gainax underwent an audit by fellow studio Khara, Inc. and brought in new directors, the amount of debt is simply too much. Fans of Evangelion will recognize Khara as the current home of the franchise, founded by Hideaki Anno in 2006 as a way for him to produce the Rebirth of Evangelion anime movies on his own terms. Although Gainax never managed to recapture the heights of Evangelion in the ’90s, the animation house birthed several other series, including Gurren Lagann in 2007. Khara released a statement on the matter as well, revealing that Anno campaigned to assist Gainax in any way possible, but there was no fixing the damage done. “By the time we understood the situation, we had already found ourselves in an unmanageable state of debt, and Gainax had come to the conclusion that it would be difficult to continue operations,” Khara says. Onlookers have mixed feelings. “At that point it was nothing but a skeleton of its former self but this points the end of an era nevertheless,” reads the top comment on Reddit. “Poor company was mismanaged in to the ground,” says another. “I’m just surprised it took this long. This Gainax isn’t even the Gainax we know and love,” says a third. That last comment mentions that both Khara and Studio Trigger maintain the spirit of Gainax. Both are founded by creatives from there, and they’ve since flourished in different avenues. We had Evangelion: 3.0+1.0 Thrice Upon a Time in 2021, with hints of something new in the franchise at some point, and Studio Trigger has given us Kill la Kill, and SSSS.Gridman, one of the best superhero anime.

Neon Genesis Evangelion and the Spider-Verse collide in official Marvel comic Gainax and Tatsunoko Production / MarvelAn eagle-eyed fan found an incredible connection between iconic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion and one of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’s stars Peni Parker in a glaring easter egg. No spoilers: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse featured a few different iterations of the famous web-slinger. While some were slightly tweaked versions of Peter Parker, others had a completely different take to the character like a noir detective, a cartoonish pig, and a tech driven teenager. While it doesn’t seem like there would be a strong link between the two franchises, one Marvel Comic artist snuck in an obvious nod to the main unit of Eva which made some fans do a double-take to confirm. In a Twitter thread, ‘Misspoofles’ celebrated Neon Genesis Evangelion and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse being on streaming platform Netflix by highlighting a fun fact about the mech-pilot Marvel hero. “Since Neon Genesis Evangelion and Into the Spider-Verse are now on Netflix never forget Peni Parker attends school with Them,” Misspoofles said. The attached image is from the comic book “Edge of the Spider-Verse” which at one point shows Peni standing in her classroom surrounded by other students who look a lot like Eva protagonists Shinji Ikari, Asuka Sohryu, Rei Ayanami, and Kaworu Nagisa. Although they’re simply background characters who don’t have any lines, it was still a much appreciated nod to the legendary anime franchise by the artist. In fact, Edge of the Spider-Verse artist Jake Wyatt even confirmed the easter egg in a sly reply saying: “I’m very glad I got away with this and also amused that [Edge of the Spider-Verse writer Gerard Way] will be blamed for it until the end of time.” Anime fans have taken liberties with “Into the Spider-Verse” before While Wyatt’s nod to the anime is certainly a memorable one, fan artists around the net have also found ways to mash up their favorite series with the Oscar-winning film. Artist ‘oroxoss’ remade a pivotal scene from the movie but gave it a slight twist by incorporating main characters from the hit anime My Hero Academia. Even though Edge of the Spider-Verse puts Eva characters in the official comic, it’s those kind of nods to other works that inspire more artists to fuse their favorite franchises together for amazing effects.

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Naruto: Why is every Mangekyou Sharingan ability different? CrunchyrollMangekyou Sharingan is an advanced form of Sharingan powers in Naruto that is awakened within members of the Uchiha Clan in certain circumstances. However, although the fundamentals of Sharingan abilities are the same in every Uchiha, the Mangekyou is unique to each user. Naruto’s most powerful clan had many secrets and complex abilities at their disposal. They awakened their abilities over time and, even then, found new ways to progress their powers. Magekyo Sharingan is a very complex power in Naruto that can grant tremendous powers to its users. However, because the power is so dangerous, it comes with its set of drawbacks. Characters such as Itachi, Sasuke, Shusui, and a few more awakened their powers naturally. Whereas, Shinobi such as Kakashi and Danzo were able to use it through Sharingan eyes being implanted in them. Delve deeper to find out why every Mangekyou Sharingan ability is different. What is a Mangekyou Sharingan in Naruto? Mangekyou Sharingan translates to “Kaleidoscope Copy Wheel Eye”, and it is only awakened by a handful of Uchiha who endure a traumatic enough experience. This ability is considered the “heavenly eyes that see the truth of all of creation without obstruction.” It differs from a regular Sharingan by its appearance, which changes the shape of the tomoe seal. While each user’s design is unique, they all have similar pinwheels. The price of wielding such devastating power is loss of vision. The time it takes to lose sight may be determined by the user’s natural talent or the number of times they utilise it. Why each Uchiha has a unique Mangekyou Sharingan ability? Mangekyou Sharingan of every Uchiha in Naruto is different because it’s something that only certain clan members can develop, and that also happens in different circumstances. An immense emotional loss awakens Mangekyou Sharingan. Therefore, its appearance and power vary according to the person who activates it, representing their own unique emotions and experiences. Furthermore, it gives the user access to powerful unique techniques, such as Kamui for Obito and Kotoamatsukami for Shusui. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Naruto: What was originally written in the Uchiha Clan’s stone tablet? CrunchyrollIn Naruto, the stone tablet of the Uchiha Clan was created by Hagoromo Otsutsuki. It is one of the driving factors behind Black Zetsu manipulating Madara Uchiha and waging the Fourth Great Shinobi War. Naruto had hyped up Madara Uchiha for years before he actually appeared on the show. Not long after his appearance, fans found out that he was nothing more than Black Zetsu’s puppet in order to free Kaguya Otsutsuki. However, it would have taken extraordinary deceptive skills to fool a genius Shinobi such as Madara, who was considered the strongest Uchiha to ever be born. Black Zetsu’s plan wouldn’t have worked so well if he hadn’t changed the information written on the stone tablet of the Uchiha Clan in Naruto. Madara undoubtedly trusted everything written there, no matter how ridiculous it sounded. However, the real purpose of the tablet was never to create such chaos in the world. Delve deeper to find out about the real contents of the stone tablet of the Uchiha Clan in Naruto. What were the original contents of the Uchiha Clan’s stone tablet in Naruto? The main purpose behind the stone tablet was to discourage Indra Otsutsuki’s descendants from attempting to recreate the Rinnegan. Rinnegan is the only ability that can fully decipher the tablet, whereas the Sharingan and Mangekyo Sharingan can only partially decipher it. The tablet primarily contained the secrets of the Mangekyo Sharingan. This included information as to how to obtain it and its power to control the tailed beasts. It also consisted of the story of the Sage of the Six Paths, the God Tree, and Kaguya’s role in history. Most importantly, the tablet contained warnings against the Infinite Tuskuyomi, which was originally Kaguya’s Jutsu. In the Naruto anime, the stone tablet of the Uchiha Clan also included warnings about the misfortune brought by Sharingan – though the manga never mentioned it. What information did Black Zetsu alter to fool Madara? Sometime after Hagoromo’s death, Black Zetsu forged certain details on the tablet as part of its plan to revive Kaguya Otsutsuki. The tablet eventually fell into the hands of the Uchiha Clan. They secretly passed the stone tablet down through generations, becoming their source of truth in Naruto. Instead of the warnings about the Infinite Tsukuyomi, Black Zetsu rewrote that the Jutsu is the only way to achieve peace. It also claimed how that Jutsu could save the Uchiha Clan. Madara knew that Infinite Tsukuyomi was nothing more than a Genjutsu that would put everyone in eternal sleep. However, desperate to see his deceased family again, Madara believed that to be his only salvation. Not only that, he forced the world to follow in his footsteps and escape from reality. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Naruto: The Will of Fire explained CrunchyrollThe Will of Fire is mentioned throughout the story of Naruto. Here’s the meaning and history behind it. Naruto has always emphasized the concept of “Will of Fire” throughout the series. The meaning behind it seems to be vague. Despite that, it’s always mentioned to depict a character’s drive to become strong or to protect the village. The series has always steered away from the stereotypes of Ninjas. This is why, Ninjas teaming up to protect others instead of killing them seems out of the ordinary. However, somehow, the entire concept seems to fit perfectly into the series. The Will of Fire is the main idea behind the village’s establishment. This is why, it has been passed down through all the clans within the village. Delve deeper to learn about the history and meaning behind the Will of Fire in Naruto. The history of the Will of Fire in Naruto The origin of the Will of Fire traces back to over 1000 years ago when Asura Otsutsuki believed love to be the key to peace. It eventually became his life philosophy which he passed down to the followers of Ninshu. Since Asura and Indra were at odds with one another, the Uchiha clan’s Curse of Hatred is fated to clash against the Will of Fire. Over the years, the Senju Clan, direct descendants of Asura, passed down this philosophy through generations. As a result, Hashirama’s efforts in establishing the village also meant passing the Will of Fire to other Konohagakure clans in Naruto. Sarutobi Clan is one such example, seeing how Hiruzen and Azuma always talked about the Will of Fire. What does the Will of Fire represent? The Will of Fire is also one of the driving forces behind the Hidden Leaf’s inherent power. It allows the Village’s shinobi to persevere in the face of sorrow and hopelessness. This idea also represents the previous generation’s hopes and dreams being passed down to the next since people who die live on in the hearts of the following generation. The concept indicates that the entire village is like a large family unit. Additionally, every Konoha Shinobi with the Will of Fire loves, believes, cherishes, and fights to protect the village, as previous generations had done before them. In the Leaf Village, there is a sculpture of a flame in the cemetery. It represents this will since it has the kanji for “Hokage,” literally meaning Fire Shadow, inscribed below it. Hashirama was also depicted sitting on a throne-like chair with a similar sculpture in the background. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Naruto: The Uchiha Clan’s Curse of Hatred explained CrunchyrollOne of the most powerful clans in Naruto is the Uchiha Clan, with over a thousand years of history. The Uchiha Clan’s Curse of Hatred is the primary cause behind their overwhelming power. As one of the Shonen Big Three, Naruto is among the most popular anime franchises ever. It follows the story of a Young Ninja who aspires to be the village’s leader called Hokage. The series portrays a variety of characters, shinobi clans, plot twists, backstories, tragedies, and so much more. The Hidden Leaf Village is home to several shinobi clans, some of which are among the strongest in the world. One clan that once stood at the pinnacle with a long-standing history was the legendary Uchiha clan. Each member was known to have more Chakra than any ordinary Shinobi. They even had the potential to achieve god-like powers. Naturally, being the strongest clan in history meant that their peers would fear them. It didn’t help that everyone often misunderstood the infamous Curse of Hatred. Delve deeper to find out the true meaning of the Uchiha Clan’s Curse of Hatred and its significance in the story. What is the Uchiha Clan’s Curse of Hatred in Naruto? During the Fourth Great Shinobi War, Tobirama Senju explains that no clan feels greater love than the Uchihas, which is why it can become a curse. Although they greatly devote themselves to love and friendship, they naturally tend to hide their affectionate traits. While the object of their affection is lost, the Uchiha’s love can turn into hatred. This leaves them more inclined toward powers and proving their superiority over others, regardless of the consequences. They have the ability to turn their despair into power. The hatred causes a manifestation of a unique chakra that impacts the optic nerves and awakens the Sharingan. When faced with even more grief and painful experiences, the Sharingan can evolve into the Mangekyou Sharingan. These negative emotions cause the members of the Uchiha Clan to delve into darkness and ultimately fulfilling the Curse of Hatred. The significance of the curse in the story The rivalry between the Uchiha Clan and the Senju Clan traces back several centuries. Their ideologies never seemed to match, and they were equally strong as well. The Senju Clan’s Will of Fire is Asura Otsutsuki’s life philosophy of love being the key to peace. This will is also one of the driving forces behind the Hidden Leaf’s inherent power. However, the Uchiha Clan’s Curse of Hatred is meant to contradict the Senju Clan’s Will of Fire. The Will of Fire promotes a selfless way of life, sacrificing oneself for the benefit of the many, particularly one’s village. On the other hand, the Uchihas display self-interested tendencies and sacrifice many for the betterment of the few. The events leading up to the Uchiha Clan’s downfall manifest the conflict between these two philosophies. The Uchihas felt oppressed by Konohagakure’s Senju-influenced government due to suspicions of Uchiha’s involvement in the Nine-Tailed Fox attack. As a result, they organised a coup to seize control of Konoha, ignoring the fact that doing so would spark another ninja world war, resulting in the deaths of countless innocent people. Despite the Third Hokage’s efforts to negotiate and spare the Uchiha, Danzo Shimura covertly planned the clan’s slaughter. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Gorosei shadows in One Piece | Demon Slayer Season 3 finale | One Piece Reverie flashback | One Piece Void Century | Naruto Will of Fire | Naruto Wood Jutsu | Demon Slayer Mark characters | One Piece Mera Mera no Mi | One Piece God’s Knights Commander | One Piece Kozuki Momonosuke | Demon Slayer Hantengu Forms | One Piece Roger’s legacy | Naruto Uchiha Clan stone tablet | One Piece live-action trailer | Demon Slayer Corps

Naruto: The history and downfall of the Senju Clan explained CrunchyrollDespite being one of the strongest Shinobi Clans in Naruto, the Senju Clan had long disappeared from Konoha. Here’s what really happened to the legendary Senju Clan. In Naruto, the Senju Clan plays a vital role in laying down the story’s foundation as its members not only founded the first Hidden Village but also served as Hokages for two generations. However, in the present time, only Tsunade is a known member of the clan. They belonged to a special bloodline and have provided several powerful warriors in history. Furthermore, Hashirama, a member of the Senju Clan, took the first step in establishing peaceful nations. This goes to show that the Senju Clan has a lot of significance in Naruto. Considering that the Senju Clan lived in the Hidden Leaf Village after its establishment, it’s safe to say that they ceased to exist many years ago. Delve deeper to find out what happened to the Senju Clan. What makes the Senju Clan so special in Naruto? The members of the Senju Clan are the direct descendants of Aura Otsutsuki, son of the Sage of the Six Paths, Hagoromo. They inherited Asura’s powerful life force and Chakra. Unlike other Shinobi Clans, the Senjus didn’t specialise in just one area. Instead, they mastered all forms of Ninjutsu, Taijutsu, and even Genjutsu to use a wide variety of skills. They are also born with four or five times more Chakra than any ordinary Shinobi. The First and Second Hokage were from the Senju Clan, who were the two strongest Hokage in history until Naruto became one. The never-ending conflict with the Uchiha Clan Being Asura’s descendants, the Senjus inherited his ideology of achieving peace through love. On the other hand, the Uchiha Clan, who are the descendants of Indra Otsutsuki, believed in their ancestor’s ideology of achieving peace through power. This difference in ideology caused them to be on bad terms for centuries. Because they are almost equal in strength, the recurring battles would never determine an absolute winner. During the Warring States Period, the Senju and Uchiha emerged as the world’s most powerful shinobi clans. When one of the era’s new countries hired the Senju to fight in their wars, the opposite side hired the Uchiha. Thus, it wasn’t until Hashirama and Madara formed a peace treaty that the long war between the clans came to an end. The Senju Clan is no longer active in the current era Even after establishing a village and forming alliances with other Clans and then newly developed villages, peace among them never lasted long. What used to be wars among Clans now became large-scale wars among villages. After Hashirama established the Hidden Leaf Village, three Great Shinobi Wars took place with countless casualties. Naturally, as an elite clan of Konoha, the Senjus also took part in them. It isn’t clear what exactly happened to the Senju Clan, but according to Konoha Hiden, the fourth book of the Naruto Hiden series, the Senju Clan is no longer active. They didn’t all necessarily die like the Uchiha Clan, but rather the surviving members chose not to be affiliated with any village and live in peace alone. Regardless, the Senju’s influence lives on in all of Konoha’s residents, primarily through the Senju’s Will of Fire. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Naruto: The criteria for Forbidden Jutsu explained CrunchyrollIn Naruto, a lot of powerful techniques are classified as Forbidden Jutsu for a number of reasons. Here’s a look at the criteria that distinguishes a Jutsu as forbidden. Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto portrays various characters, shinobi clans, plot twists, backstories, tragedies, and so on, and the series introduced fans to many legendary shinobi clans and their Jutsu. Following the story of Ninjas, Naruto maintains true to its roots with its distinct roster of Jutsu and techniques, providing the series with much-needed depth. However, a lot of these Jutsu are either prohibited or frowned upon when they’re used. These Jutsu are powerful enough to change the entire course of battle. However, they come with a fair share of risks. What is a Forbidden Jutsu in Naruto? Forbidden Jutsu, also known as Kinjutsu, is a type of Ninjutsu that has been banned from being taught or used. The term originated after the warring states’ end when newly formed hidden villages agreed to forbid certain techniques to reduce unnecessary bloodshed and keep the peace. Although the use of such techniques is restricted, Hidden Villages make sure to preserve the knowledge of how to perform them. One such example is the Hidden Leaf’s Scroll of Seals, that’s kept in the possession of the Hokage. What are the criteria for classifying a Jutsu as forbidden? There are several criteria to consider a Jutsu as forbidden, depending on how dangerous it could be. For example, although “Multiple Shadow Clone Jutsu” is a forbidden technique, it’s still taught to young Ninjas before graduation since it’s not dangerous enough. However, information regarding techniques such as the “Reanimation Jutsu or Death Reaper Seal” has been hidden because of the risks involved. A Jutsu is considered forbidden because it poses an extreme threat to either the user or their opponents. Techniques such as “Twin Snakes Mutual Death or Death Reaper Seal” cost the user’s life. Furthermore, the Uchiha Clan’s techniques, “Izanagi and Izanami”, costs one eye peruse, but they are powerful enough to alter one’s perception of reality. Additionally, techniques that require an enormous amount of Chakra violate the laws of nature, require sacrifice, and cause large-scale destruction are also considered Forbidden Jutsu in Naruto. Furthermore, although the Eight Gates technique is not technically Ninjutsu, it’s still forbidden since it costs the user’s life. Simple techniques such as the “Shadow Clone Jutsu” requires a massive amount of Chakra, which violates the rules of Ninjutsu. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Naruto set for bonkers crossover that anime fans can’t believe Masashi Kishimoto/Studio PierrotNaruto fans are losing their minds after the manga was announced for an unexpected crossover with a popular comic. It’s been seven years since Naruto ended, but it’s still ruling anime fans’ hearts. One of the most influential shonen manga of all time, Masashi Kishimoto’s masterpiece continues to entertain viewers with a sequel series: Boruto. Though Naruto has taken a step back since the sequel’s debut, it’s ready to take the spotlight again. The series is very busy in 2024, with an upcoming special four-episode anime, and now, a surprising crossover. Recently IDW Publishing announced Naruto is having a new crossover comic with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The comic is set to be published in October 2024, both digitally and physically. Though there’s no exact release date announced yet, we’d expect it around Naruto’s birthday: October 10. At this point, we don’t know much about the crossover, except its release window. There had been some leaks about the DC artist Jorge Jimenez doing the cover art. This rumor gained more weight when the artist shared a picture of Naruto on his Instagram story. Jimenez is a familiar face in the comic industry, having worked on big characters like Superman, Batman, Justice League, and Super Boy among many others. With his track record, anime fans can’t wait for the final product. The hype in the fandom is generally very high for this project. Both anime and comic lovers are looking forward to seeing their favorite ninjas gang up together. And maybe we’ll even see Naruto vibing with Michelangelo while Sasuke and Leonardo sneer at them. “We just need to have Naruto hanging out with Mikey. Also, I’d love to see Donnie try to understand how Jutsus and Kekkei Genkais work,” commented one user on Reddit, followed by another, “I can die happy. This, this is beautiful damn it.” “RAHHH THIS LOOKS SOOO AWESOME,” shared a third on X/Twitter. “This will definitely be interesting. I’m curious to what extent they will be brought together,” wrote a fourth. With the special episodes and now this crossover, Naruto is having quite a good time in 2024. Now we even have our favorite turtle brothers to look forward to, too. October really can’t come sooner. For more, check out our Naruto filler guide and find out who’s the strongest in Naruto. You can also find out more about its sequel manga, Boruto Two Blue Vortex.

Naruto: Shisui’s Mangekyou Sharingan explained CrunchyrollShisui’s Mangekyou Sharingan remains one of the greatest powers in the entirety of Naruto. Here’s what we know about it. Mangekyou Sharingan is a powerful and advanced form of Sharingan power in Naruto. It is only awakened within members of the Uchiha Clan in certain circumstances. In special cases, such as Kakashi Hatake, who has an Uchiha eye implanted in them, the Mangekyou Sharingan can still take effect, but the user will be drained of Chakra every time they use it. Although the basic Sharingan abilities are the same in every Uchiha, the Mangekyou is unique to each user. It is a very complex power in Naruto that can grant devastating powers to its users. However, even among the most powerful characters, Shisui’s Mangekyou Sharingan granted him a truly terrifying ability. As a child prodigy, Shisui Uchiha had a bright future ahead of him until it was ruined through Danzo’s schemes. Despite having very little screen time and only being shown in flashbacks, Shisui is one of the most important characters in Naruto because of his unique ability. Shisui’s Mangekyou Sharingan is called Kotoamatsukami Shisui’s Mangekyou Sharingan allows him to enter the mind of any target and manipulate them by giving them false experiences. What makes this ability truly terrifying is that the victim will think they are doing everything of their free will, never realizing they were a puppet, even during the time of their death. Kotoamatsukami is regarded as a Genjutsu of the highest caliber, and not many techniques in the entire Naruto world can rival it. It is powerful enough to negate Kabuto Yakushi’s control over a resurrected Itachi Uchiha, despite the former’s binding being regarded as near-absolute. This makes Itachi the only reincarnated Shinobi to free himself from Kabuto’s grasp. Due to the technique being so useful, Danzo didn’t hesitate to kill Shisui to get his eyes. Sadly, Danzo committed various cruel acts, even manipulating Hanzo to harm others. Despite being a man of morals, Hanzo did all of Danzo’s dirty work. Kotoamatsukami, unlike most Sharingan-based Genjutsu, does not require eye contact. Danzo is able to cast it on others without apparently removing the bandages that covered his right eye. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out more anime coverage below: Gorosei shadows in One Piece | Demon Slayer Season 3 finale | One Piece Reverie flashback | One Piece Void Century | Naruto Will of Fire | Naruto Wood Jutsu | Demon Slayer Mark characters | One Piece Mera Mera no Mi | One Piece God’s Knights Commander | One Piece Kozuki Momonosuke | Demon Slayer Hantengu Forms | One Piece Roger’s legacy | Naruto Uchiha Clan stone tablet | One Piece live-action trailer

Naruto: Obito’s Mangekyo Sharingan may not be a plot hole CrunchyrollObito’s Mangekyo Sharingan is controversial among Naruto fans for being riddled with plot holes. However, there’s a valid reason why he can use it without facing the side effects. Despite being a Shonen classic, Naruto is riddled with plot holes. Whether it is something related to the heroes or the villains, Naruto leaves behind dozens of questions that fans never get the answers for. One of these plot holes is the Mangekyo Sharingan, one of the legendary powers in the series. It is an advanced form of Sharingan that can only be activated by talented Uchiha who have witnessed a traumatic event. However, the constant use of this power results in the loss of eyesight, and yet, Obito somehow overcame that weakness. Fans always believe it’s another one of the series’ plot holes, but there’s a reasonable explanation. The major drawback of using Mangekyo Sharingan in Naruto The price of using such a terrifying power is loss of eyesight. The series never clearly mentions how long it takes for the user to lose their eyesight. Therefore, it may depend on the user’s innate talent or the number of times they use it. Itachi had this power for almost eight years, and it did affect his eyesight. Over that time, he gradually began losing his vision until he went nearly blind. Had he been alive for a few more days or months, he would have gone completely blind. On the other hand, Sasuke only used Mangekyo Sharingan for a short while, but it was enough to completely ruin his eyesight. In the end, he had no choice but to transplant Itachi’s eyes and gain Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan. However, Obito’s Mangekyo Sharingan had no side effects despite using it for over fifteen years. Why wasn’t Obito’s eyesight affected? Obito gained his Mangekyo Sharingan during the Third Great Shinobi War along with Kakashi Hatake, who had his right eye. Comparing that time to the time of the Fourth Great Shinobi War, Obito had been in possession of this power for over 15 years. Furthermore, unlike Sasuke and Itachi, Obito constantly used this power for transportation. Obito’s Kamui has been in continuous use since the day he awakened his Mangekyo Sharingan. Some of its most significant uses occurred during Obito’s fight with Konan and Minato and during the Fourth Great Ninja War. Therefore, the only reasonable explanation behind Obito not going blind is his unique body composition. When a boulder entirely crushed his left side, Madara used Hashirama’s cells to replace the missing body parts. As Naruto fans are aware, Hashirama’s cells have unique healing abilities. Throughout the series, Hashirama’s cells have impacted countless lives, depending on how they’re used. Considering that the cells merged with Obito’s body, it is highly likely that they delayed the side effects of the Mangekyo Sharingan, allowing him to use it infinitely. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Genya’s abilities in Demon Slayer | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer’s The Infinity Castle | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Hell’s Paradise’s Elixir of Life | One Piece’s Empty Throne | One Piece creator | One Piece manga hiatuses | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s Talk no Jutsu problem

Three of the best shonen anime movies ever have quietly arrived on Netflix NetflixNetflix has added three of the finest Shonen movies recently, giving new fans a chance to check them out and old viewers the power to revisit at will. The three anime movies are part of the Naruto franchise, one of the largest and most recognizable properties in the whole medium. But don’t let that put you off – they stand on their own. The films are the most recent trilogy: Road to Ninja: Naruto the Movie; The Last: Naruto the Movie; and Boruto: Naruto the Movie. They were added on July 7, 2024 for subscribers in the US. Each offers thrilling fight scenes that’d tickle any martial arts or action movie enthusiast, on top of some top class animation. Road to Ninja features our hero being transported to another universe, whereas The Last involves the protagonists preventing the Moon from crashing into the Earth. The third, Boruto, gives us a good look at Naruto’s son, who has now inherited the franchise as the main hero. All three stories are written or co-written by Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto, keeping them in line with the overall property. Naruto might be long-running at this point, but these films aren’t as hard to understand as you might think. You’ve got heroic ninjas – the title character and his friends – who have to face certain enemies and struggles. Most of the problems are solved through kicking ass. Rinse and repeat. They’re not unlike watching one of Jackie Chan’s Police Story sequels or an Ong Bak installment or an Ip Man film. There are clearly defined heroes and villains in a broadly sketched out troubling situation, and then everyone lets rip on the kung fu and other fighting moves. If you’d like a more specific recommendation of the three, Road to Ninja is probably the easiest for a newcomer to get. Be careful though, you might find yourself a Naruto fan by the end and start ninja running through the other two. That reference will make sense after you watch, promise. If you’re up to date on Naruto, and already watched these releases recently, check out our guide on Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 12 for what’s going on in the manga.

Naruto: Minato’s side story explores the origin of Rasengan Viz MediaThe highly anticipated Minato’s side story officially makes its debut. Here’s how the manga one-shot explores the origins of one of the series’ most powerful Jutsu. Naruto’s most famous character isn’t the protagonist or everyone’s beloved Kakashi sensei. Instead, the one who stands at the pinnacle of fame is actually Minato Namikaze, Naruto’s father. The global popularity poll held in April 2023 gave a tremendous victory to the Yellow Flash of Konoha. The difference in the number of votes between the first and second ranks is a whopping 287k. In May 2023, Naruto’s creator Masashi Kishimoto announced a manga spin-off dedicated to the Fourth Hokage due to Minato’s popularity. The manga was scheduled to release in July 2023. Titled “Naruto: The Whorl within the Spiral,” Minato’s side story features the origin of Rasengan and how that name came to be. Fans finally learn the secret behind Minato giving a normal name to a Jutsu. Delve deeper to find out how many Minato’s side story reveals the truth behind Rasengan’s creation. Minato’s side story reveals how Rasengan was created Unfortunately, the side story is only a one-shot that features Minato’s adventures as well as the origin of Rasengan. It was released on 17 July 2023, having 56 pages with four colored pages and a cover. The story is set during the warring times when the villages were preying on Konoha’s Nine-Tailed Fox. At that time, Minato and Kushina were yet to be married, and the latter had yet to learn how to control the tailed beast properly. Throughout the ordeal, Minato was there to help her and take any risk necessary to ensure her safety. Minato’s side story also features Kushina remembering Mito Uzumaki talking about “Rasen,” meaning a helical staircase that leads to a spot where one can clearly see the statues of all the Hokage. Later, after barely controlling the fox with Minato’s help, the latter reveals how he used the Jinchuuriki’s chakra sphere as a reference to create a new Jutsu. He calls it “Ice Pop Inspired Nimbus Jiraiya Twin Whorl Sphere,” even though Jiraiya disagreed. As expected, Kushina instantly rejects such a stupid name. Then, she asks him to let her name the Jutsu since he created it for her. She shows the helical staircase to Minato and names the Jutsu “Rasengan.” Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, you can check out more anime coverage below: One Piece chapter 1088 spoilers | Jujutsu Kaisen Nobara’s status | Jujutsu Kaisen Toji forgets Megumi | Jujutsu Kaisen Gojo’s Hollow Purple | Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230 | One Piece Episode 1070 spoilers | Jujutsu Kaisen manga ending | Jujutsu Kaisen Shibuya arc schedule | Jujutsu Kaisen major deaths

Naruto: Minato accomplished Hashirama’s dream before becoming Hokage CrunchyrollDespite being a Hokage for a short period of time, Minato is still feared across all Great Shinobi Nations in Naruto. What’s more, he accomplished Hashirama’s lifelong dream even before he rose to the position of Hokage. Minato is one of Naruto’s most beloved characters despite not having much screen time. He only appeared in the flashbacks and joined the Fourth Great Shinobi War as a reanimation. And yet, Minato’s popularity is not less than any of the main characters. He became the Hokage relatively young and led the village for almost three years before sacrificing himself. Minato was remembered as the village’s hero even long after his death. He is also a notable figure of the Third Great Shinobi War, where his accomplishments earned him the title of Hokage. Here’s how Minato achieved Hashirama’s dream in Naruto, which the latter could never fulfill. What was Hashirama’s dream in Naruto? As one of the founders of the Hidden Leaf Village and the First Hokage, Hashirama’s lifelong dream was to create an era of peace. He hated the idea of Shinobi being in constant wars. Therefore, Hidden Leaf was the first step to acquiring peace as it symbolized the alliance of several Shinobi Clans. Before, the Shinobi Clans were independent of one another, but gradually, the Hidden Villages started forming those alliances under one umbrella. Hashirama even made an effort to equally distribute the powers of the tailed beasts among the Great Nations. Sadly, the peace he sought was short-lived. It wasn’t long before the villages started going against one another. What used to be battles between small clans were now transformed into large-scale wars among major nations. This is how the recurring Great Shinobi Wars started, further ending any chance of the Shinobi living in peace with one another. Hashirama’s dream was never fulfilled since he mysteriously died in the First Great Shinobi War. However, when he was reanimated in the Fourth Great Shinobi War, he expressed his disappointment toward ninjas constantly going against each other regardless of the era. How did Minato achieve peace among nations in Naruto? Despite sharing the title of Hokage in Naruto, Hashirama and Minato are both leagues apart. Hashirama was the legendary “God of Shinobi” from the elite Senju Clan. On the other hand, Minato was a genius Ninja from an unknown Namikaze Clan. During the Third Great Shinobi War, Minato single-handedly defeated a thousand soldiers from the Hidden Cloud Village. Not only that, he went against the Third Raikage and even earned his respect. Facing the tremendous powers of a single warrior, the Hidden Cloud was forced to sign a peace treaty. Minato’s efforts were enough to ensure long-lasting peace, proving that he had accomplished Hashirama’s dream. It is important to note that the Fourth Great Shinobi War was an individual effort from Madara to use Obito as his puppet. Therefore, it wasn’t the villages’ who wanted to wage war. Had it not been for Madara and Obito, the Shinobi world wouldn’t have had any reason to wage war again for a long period of time. Even during the fourth war, they stood on one side to protect the world. Ultimately, the Great Nations formed the level of understanding that Hashirama had always hoped for. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out our other anime coverage here. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

13 Naruto main characters, ranked from worst to best CrunchyrollNaruto has a huge cast of main characters, which has led to wide-ranging opinions over which ones are best, and which are the worst. So, we’ve decided to rank 13 of the main Naruto characters, to give you the definitive guide to their worthiness. Naruto is one of the biggest and best anime franchises ever, with a story that’s spanned decades. We’ve met heroes and villains, friends and foes, and there’ve been many fan-favourite protagonists and antagonists. Picking out the absolute best is not an easy task. You have to consider their fighting ability, how funny they are, their impact in the series, if they’re the strongest in Naruto in any area, or just how well-liked they are by general audiences. We’ve taken all that into account, alongside our expert opinion, to rank 13 Naruto main characters. Let’s get to it. 13. Sakura Sakura gets a lot of flack from fans. This may be due to the general sexism that female characters tend to face in male-centric anime shows, but in Sakura’s case it is also a product of her having bad writing, as the show leans far too hard on her tsundere tendencies. Unfortunately, this causes people to overlook the parts of her that are generally great. As the only girl in Team 7, Sakura had a lot to prove, but she came into her own in the original series, and later became one of the best medical-ninja in the world. And the fact that she has an ordinary upbringing and lineage as opposed to many of the other characters makes her progress in power much more admirable. 12. Itachi Uchiha Itachi Uchiha being ranked low is mainly due to how he was framed as being so unlikeable at the beginning. He spoke to his brother in such an awfully dismissive way, and even murders his own clan. But when the truth is revealed, Itachi becomes a much more poignant character. He is the embodiment of an anti-hero, sacrificing everything that would make a person likeable in order to do what he thought was the right thing. And we do later get to see how much he actually cares about his little brother, which makes him a much better character overall. 11. Naruto Being the title character, it’s hard not to imagine Naruto being one of the best characters. And he is, but when compared to other main characters, he can sometimes come off as a little bratty and annoying. It’s all part of his charm and he’s given a good backstory for it, but this abrasiveness can still rub some viewers the wrong way. But Naruto still has some great qualities, including his passion, loyalty to his friends, and dedication to becoming a Hokage and protecting his village despite being constantly overlooked and shunned by those around him. 10. Hinata One of Hinata’s main qualities, which is her shyness, seems to be a reason that people either see her as a great character or as a bad one. While her personality can seem a little too meek at times – and it being combined with her devotion to Naruto she can be seen as a female stereotype – but others find her quiet persona endearing, and it makes it all the more inspiring when she overcomes her lack of self-confidence and expresses herself. And who doesn’t love her lion fists? She does have great chemistry with Naruto, and even saves him from time to time, which makes her a great love interest character. 9. Orochimaru While we’re meant to hate the villains, often they’re some of the best characters. This includes Orochimaru, who keeps attempting to destroy his hometown of Konoha, and is much more than your average cartoon villain. He manages to effect the characters and the plot of the show greatly, even pushing Sasuke into morally gray territory. While he gets pushed into the background more as the series goes on, fans haven’t forgotten about him, and he still remains the longest-running – and one of the best – villains that the franchise has ever had. 8. Sasuke Uchiha Sasuke lands around the middle of our list, as people either seem to love him or hate him. But there’s no denying how iconic a character he is, to the point where even people who haven’t seen the anime know about him. Albeit, mostly due to memes. Sasuke is admirable for his determination and passion, which rivals that of frenemy Naruto, but his blunt persona can also turn a lot of people off. But with his dips into the morally questionable, he is definitely one of the more interesting main characters to watch. 7. Tsunade In such a male-centric anime, it can be hard for the female characters to stand out. But Tsunade definitely manages to do just that; in fact she was arguably the character that brought the show into a more equally gendered perspective. Tsunade is a gambling, drinking, face-punching, no-nonsense woman, who also manages to be a majorly powerful Hokage. She is also an awesome mentor figure for Sakura, which is a great subversion of the typical male-male mentorship relationships you usually see in Shonen anime. 6. Jiraiya Though Jiraiya initially seems like an uncaring mentor, it becomes clear that this is just an act. The character is now known for his wisdom, playful antics, caring attitude, and somewhat dodgy morals. Jiraiya often acted as Naruto’s guardian and mentor, and became a guiding light and motivating influence in the young hero’s life. Ultimately, he became one of the saddest deaths of the entire Naruto franchise, after his fight with, and subsequent demise to, the hands of Pain. 5. Shikamaru Nara Shikamaru is both an admirable and relatable character. His love of procrastination and wasting his potential has become an endearing trait of his, but he also happens to be incredibly intelligent, which is shown throughout the series. Something that really makes Shikamaru one of the best characters is that he never hesitated to be on Naruto’s side. Despite the rest of the village shunning the young protagonist, Shikamaru was never ashamed to be associated with him, making him both stubborn and kind, which is what fans love about him. 4. Pain Pain is the most compelling of all the franchise’s villains. His backstory of being orphaned is poignant, and his confronting arc with Jiraiya, and later Naruto, includes some of the best episodes in the entire series. Pain is an interesting villain as he isn’t just plainly evil, and often the fights he has with Naruto involve the latter trying to reason with him. Pain even eventually sees the light and restores most of the people and places he’s damaged, giving his life to the pursuit of peace, which makes him a very well developed character. 3. Gaara Gaara is a subversion of Naruto, which makes him an incredible foil character. Like Naruto, he had a demon sealed inside him, and was an incredibly lonely boy that was shunned by his village. Unlike Naruto, he didn’t receive any love or friendship later on in life, so he exists to prove how vital those things are in the context of the show. But Gaara is also a character that grows and changes as the series goes along, which makes him fascinating to watch. After being beaten by Naruto in a fight, Gaara began focusing on becoming a better person, and protecting others, eventually becoming a hero in his own right. 2. Rock Lee Rock Lee has always been a beloved character, simply for how much of an underdog he is. Despite having no distinct Kekkei Genkai or prowess over genjutsu and ninjutsu like the other characters do, Rock Lee is able to hold his own through the teachings of Might Guy and a talent for taijutsu. Rock Lee has always been portrayed as a hard working individual, who manages to get back on his feet every time he gets knocked down, such as when he loses to Gaara during the Chunin exams. He’s arguably the most admirable person in the whole franchise. 1. Kakashi Hatake While fans may disagree on liking some characters, no one can deny how great a presence Kakashi is. His aura of mystique that gives way to a cheerful persona is what makes this character so delightful, and he is an amazing educator throughout the series. Despite having a troubled past and having lost everyone important to him, Kakashi never lets that weigh on his teaching. He manages to be incredibly talented and intelligent without coming across as arrogant, which arguably makes him even cooler. He is genuinely proud of those he teaches, and he isn’t afraid to show it, making him a very loveable, and very much the best, character in Naruto. Those are best main characters in Naruto. If you’d like to explore the franchise further, we have guides on how many episodes of Boruto there are and the Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 10 release date.

Naruto: Madara’s unnamed Mangekyou Sharingan explained CrunchyrollMadara’s Mangekyou Sharingan remains one of the greatest mysteries in Naruto despite him being the very first Uchiha to awaken it. Here’s what we know about it. In Naruto, Mangekyou Sharingan is an advanced form of Sharingan powers that is awakened within members of the Uchiha Clan in certain circumstances. Although the fundamentals of Sharingan abilities are the same in every Uchiha, the Mangekyou is unique to each user. It is a very complex power in Naruto that can grant tremendous powers to its users. However, because the power is so dangerous, it comes with its set of drawbacks. Only a handful of Uchiha are known to awaken it. Madara and his brother Izuna were the first Uchiha Clan members to gain this ability. After Izuna dies at a young age, Madara takes his eyes and awakens the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan. Therefore, the series somehow loses track of Madara’s Mangekyou Sharingan. Madara’s unnamed Mangekyou Sharingan can manipulate time All Mangekyou Sharingan abilities are unique to the user and, thus, given a unique name as well. Madara is the only Uchiha with an unnamed Mangekyou since it was never mentioned in the anime or manga. It makes sense, considering Madara only had this ability for a short while before leveling up to god-like powers. However, Naruto Ninja Storm Games dropped a major hint about his unique ability. The video game holds canon material. Therefore, it only consists of elements that are directly related to the story. These games show Madara’s Mangekyou Sharingan in action, which is revealed to be “Time Manipulation.” Though the official name remains a mystery, Madara uses his right eye to memorize and record the movements of his opponent’s attacks and movements. And with his left eye, he can rewind time and negate that attack. It’s a truly terrifying ability for an antagonist to have. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out more anime coverage below: Gorosei shadows in One Piece | Demon Slayer Season 3 finale | One Piece Reverie flashback | One Piece Void Century | Naruto Will of Fire | Naruto Wood Jutsu | Demon Slayer Mark characters | One Piece Mera Mera no Mi | One Piece God’s Knights Commander | One Piece Kozuki Momonosuke | Demon Slayer Hantengu Forms | One Piece Roger’s legacy | Naruto Uchiha Clan stone tablet | One Piece live-action trailer

Naruto live-action to get MCU makeover Viz MediaNaruto live-action is being directed and written by someone who has worked on brilliant MCU projects. Here’s everything you need to know about it. Naruto has been the most popular Japanese property for 25 years, and it’s worth mentioning that even though it was concluded years ago, enthusiasts still compare it with every other anime. Kishimoto’s brainchild has also been adapted into various media forms including video games, TV shows, movies, and novels. The live-action of the famous franchise has been in the development process since 2015. However, now, with the alliance of one of the most talented directors from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, we can certainly get to hear the news of its arrival on the big screens soon. Even though Naruto’s live-action was one of the most anticipated projects ever since it was first announced, now, as the name of a celebrated director is involved, fans can’t wait for its release. Naruto live-action to see Shang-Chi’s director’s involvement Naruto’s The Hidden Leaf arc will be adapted into a live-action and it will see Destin Daniel Cretton not just serving as the director but also as the writer. He will be accompanied by Jeyun Munford as the producer. Naruto’s original creator Masashi Kishimoto is so happy with the news that in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he revealed that the live-action couldn’t have gotten a better director. He also said, “After enjoying his films and understanding that his forte is in creating solid dramas about people, I became convinced that there is no other director for Naturo.” Moreover, as per Kishimoto, when he met Cretton, he realized that the director is very open-minded, so they may not feel any difficulties working together. Naruto is an animanga series that comes with incredible action sequences and emotional weight, so fans are worried about how things will turn out in the live-action. There are several good anime live-actions lately, including One Piece, but there are several others that couldn’t perform well. Hence, we shall not predict anything before the arrival of the actual product. However, if Cretton can create the world of Naruto the way the audience wants it to be, the live-action project will surely be the biggest of all we have seen previously.

Naruto live-action screenwriter announced IMDBAlmost ten years after it was first announced, the live-action Naruto is finally on its way. And now it’s got an official screenwriter. Following the success of Netflix’s One Piece, live-action adaptations of anime and manga are being announced left, right and centre. (Read, Netflix, HBO and Amazon Prime Video). Now it’s Naruto’s turn to be revived from the development dojo. Lionsgate’s upcoming live-action adaptation will take us on a trip to Konoha like never before. So, that leaves a major question: Who is the newly announced screenwriter? Naruto’s new screenwriter Tasha Huo, who recently wrote the script for Netflix’s Tomb Raider series, was officially revealed as Naruto’s scriptwriter on November 25, 2023. In August 2023, rumors circulated that Tasha Huo would be the official scriptwriter after she produced a rough draft. A recent announcement has now confirmed that Huo will indeed assume the writing role. Who is Tasha Huo? Named as one of Variety’s 10 screenwriters to watch for 2023, Tasha Huo was first thrush into the spotlight as the script writer behind the upcoming 2024 film Red Sonja. In her interview with Variety, Huo says that its “a fan’s dream come true to adapt these beloved series. “Adapting iconic characters or IP makes the writing of it easier, because the passion for writing is already there,” she says. “I’m so inspired by these characters already that it’s exciting to just take a part of their journey and try to tell that fun story in a way that would appeal to me as a fan.” Naruto’s live-action: what else do we know? Recent live-action projects, including HBO’s The Last of Us, have lent traction to the video game and anime adaptation world. Now, with Japanese anime series taking center stage in pop-culture, Naruto’s live-action adaption could be the next big thing. The planned adaptation was first announced by Lionsgate back in 2015, with The Greatest Showman’s director Michael Gracey taking the helm. Although it hasn’t been confirmed whether he continues as the project’s director, the current assumption is that he’s still on board. How will Naruto be adapted into a live-action? As you likely already know, the timeless classic Naruto revolves around the adventures of teenage shinobi Naruto Uzumaki. Who, after the spirit of a demonic fox is sealed inside him, is shunned by the rest of his village. However, that doesn’t stop him as over the course of the series we watch him embark on a coming-of-age journey, making new friends, battling new foes and passing his exams to become the ninja we know and love today. Based on Masashi Kishimoto’s hit manga, the Naruto franchise spawned over 700 episodes and several films. So, it’s unclear where the story will begin or which arc it will adapt. Although social media has speculated that it could follow the events of Naruto or Naruto: Shippuden. While much of the information about Naruto’s live-action is still currently based on rumors, one thing is for sure. The live-action is finally on its way. While you wait for more information, why not check out our other anime coverage here?

Naruto live-action has “endless possibilities” in new tease CrunchyrollNaruto’s live-action adaptation is still on the cards, with Lionsgate acknowledging the project in a short-and-sweet tease during CinemaCon. Naruto is one of the next iconic anime shows due to get adapted by Hollywood. It was only a matter of time, since the shonen anime is known as one of the “big three”, alongside Bleach and One Piece due to rampant, enduring popularity. Former Marvel director Destin Daniel Cretton has been attached since February 2024, and although there wasn’t much to add, Lionsgate still gave the film a brief nod. “[Naruto provides] endless possibilities for future chapters,” the studio said during a presentation at CinemaCon. It’s a meagre acknowledgement, but it sounds like Lionsgate is making substantial investment in the franchise. Naruto definitely isn’t something you just make one film out of — there’s fuel for years and years’ worth of movies. As many as Lionsgate would like, really. Masashi Kishimoto’s manga runs for hundreds and hundreds of chapters, and the show does likewise. Such length is part of why it became engrained as one of the best anime — fans invested themselves over years in the ninja protagonist. That all said, the film needs to exist first. Although live-action anime has gotten better, the improvements have come in TV form. Netflix’s One Piece is refreshingly accurate to the vibe of the manga, and the recent Parasyte: The Grey is another win on the service. But we shouldn’t forget Cowboy Bebop and Death Note happened. Naruto could go either way, but at least there’s movement. Check out our upcoming anime guide for what animation is coming your way this year.

Naruto live-action movie is a “disaster” and worse than infamous Dragon Ball film, insiders say Masashi Kishimoto/Studio PierrotThe Naruto live-action movie was already seeming to be a dead-end project after multiple delays, but now insiders have claimed it’s “a complete disaster”. Naruto isn’t the first manga or anime series to receive a live-action adaptation. The likes of Dragon Ball, Cowboy Bebop, and Death Note have already been there. But none of the end results were received well by critics, let alone long-time fans. A reason behind that might be the handling of the source material and not matching its tone. The best example was seen in Dragon Ball Evolution, considered one of the worst anime live-action films ever made. The film westernized the whole premise, and as a result, failed to live up to the beloved manga and anime. Apparently, the Naruto live-action movie is also on its way to the ever-growing list of anime live-action failures – insiders have reported that it’s worse than people have predcicted. The report claims the team behind the movie “don’t have a clue” about the source material. “It’s so bad that those working on the movie don’t even know who the villains of the (series) are, yet they’re developing the movie,” it reads. Needless to say, this is quite disappointing to fans, who’ve been looking forward to this film for years. When a live-action movie of the beloved anime was announced by Lionsgate in 2015, fans were on cloud nine. At that time, Michael Gracey, the director of The Greatest Showman, was set to direct the movie, with Avi Arad as the producer. The project also got the approval of Naruto’s creator Masashi Kishimoto. However, the movie’s production has halted since then. In 2018, Gracey told Collider: “Until that script is at a level that I’m excited about, I have no interest in destroying an amazing franchise.” This led to Gracey eventually leaving the project, likely because there was no development in the script. However, nearly a decade after its announcement, the Naruto live-action movie finally got an update in 2024. Lionsgate brought along Destin Daniel Cretton to helm the much-delayed project. Cretton has already worked on a project with high production value and a fantastical setting, with him directing MCU’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings in 2021. While the latest addition to the team gave fans some hope, it may have been for nothing. Hopefully, there will be more updates on the project soon. Whether the live-action movie of Naruto ever sees the big screen is still unclear. But if you’re in the mood for some ninja action, check out our guides on Naruto filler episodes and the strongest Naruto character before you dive into the anime shows.

Naruto: Infinite Tsukuyomi explained CrunchyrollInfinite Tsukuyomi is the most important Jutsu in Naruto as it drives the antagonist Madara Uchiha to scheme for decades. However, the very concept of this Genjutsu has always been confusing. Ever since Madara Uchiha learned about the Infinite Tsukuyomi in Naruto, his sense of purpose has wholly distorted. Believing the never-ending dream to be the only solace in a cruel world, Madara waged war against the world. If killing thousands of people wasn’t enough, he did his best to trap the surviving members inside an eternal dream. However, his very ideals were influenced by Black Zetsu. To revive Kagura, Black Zetsu manipulated countless people for over a millennium and ultimately achieved his dream through Madara. Delve deeper to learn about the fundamentals of the series’ most complex Jutsu, Infinite Tsukuyomi. What does Infinite Tsukuyomi do to its targets? Infinite Tsukuyomi is a type of Genjutsu capable of trapping living things within an alternate dimension, known as the “Dream World” or the “Infinite Tsukuyomi World.” In Naruto, this technique is considered the most powerful Genjutsu. Those under the influence of this Jutsu experience dream worlds where their deepest desires are fulfilled. Madara mindlessly believed in the concept of achieving world peace by using Infinite Tsukuyomi because Black Zetsu revised the Stone Tablet to fool him. Zetsu’s real goal was to use Madara as a pawn and help free Kagura from her eternal captivity on the moon. When Madara used Infinite Tsukuyomi, Zetsu forced him to absorb the Chakra of everyone caught in the illusion. He then used Madara’s body — which had absorbed the Ten-Tails’ Chakra, to free Kaguya from captivity. How is Infinite Tsukuyomi activated in Naruto? A Genjutsu that can impact the entire world requires a ridiculous amount of Chakra and can be activated using several ways. Obito used the Ten-Tails to create a God Tree. On top of the tree, a Sharingan bloomed to reflect off of the moon to cast this Jutsu on everyone. On the other hand, Madara used a different way to use Infinite Tsukuyomi in Naruto. He absorbed the God Tree itself and eventually awakened a Rinne-Sharingan on his forehead. He flew close to the moon and reflected his Rinne-Sharingan, which allowed him to trap the soldiers on the battlefield in eternal sleep. On the other hand, Kaguya did not use the full moon to cast the Infinite Tsukutomi over thousand years ago. Instead, she used her Rinnegan to create a fake moon, which activated the Genjutsu. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Genya’s abilities in Demon Slayer | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer’s The Infinity Castle | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Hell’s Paradise’s Elixir of Life | One Piece’s Empty Throne | One Piece creator | One Piece manga hiatuses | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s Talk no Jutsu problem

Naruto: Hashirama Senju’s Wood Jutsu explained CrunchyrollHashirama Senju is one of the strongest characters in Naruto, known for his ability to use Wood Jutsu. Here’s a look at how his Kekkei Genkai works. Naruto is popular for its wide range of characters and the various skills they possess. Being the reincarnation of Asura Otsutsuki, Hashirama Senju inherited his Wood Jutsu and became known as the “God of Shinobi.” His unparalleled Chakra and this versatile Kekkei Genkai made it possible for him to bring about great change in the world. Although there have been several Wood Jutsu users, such as Yamato, Orochimaru, Madara, and so on, none of them came even close to fully utilising it as Hashirama did. Wood Jutsu is an innate ability that the others stole by injecting Hashirama’s cells into their bodies. Although all Kekkei Genkai abilities are strong, Wood Jutsu is the most important one in the series. Delve deeper to learn more about Hashirama Senju’s Wood Jutsu. Why is Hashirama’s Wood Jutsu special in Naruto? The Ice Jutsu of the Yuki Clan that Haku specialised in was the innate ability of his entire clan. Usually, regardless of the type of Kekkei Genkai, they’re all passed down among the clan members through generations. However, Hashirama’s Wood Jutsu is unique to him since the Senju clan has no unique ability. Instead, the clan members specialised in all fields of Ninjutsu as they had multiple times more Chakra than any average Shinobi. Wood Jutsu is a combination of Earth and Water elements. Although the ability seems simple in theory, given the right user, it can change entire landscapes of an area. Hashirama’s Wood Jutsu is special thanks to his inherited abilities and skills as a Shinobi. How does Wood Jutsu work? The most basic ability of Wood Release is to create wood by converting the user’s Chakra into a source of life. However, Shinobi such as Hashirama can create giant trees effortlessly. The vegetation sprouts from the user’s body or grows from the surroundings. Hashirama created a forest that served as a foundation for Konohagakure, contributing to his selection as First Hokage. While activating his Sage Mode, Hashirama can create a gigantic, many-armed wooden statue whose barrage of punches was primarily responsible for the Valley of the End’s formation. The most versatile use of Hashirama’s Wood Jutsu is the “Wood Clone Technique,” which manifests fully functional duplicates of the users that are indistinguishable from the original and are even capable of performing other jutsu. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Naruto: The God Tree explained CrunchyrollThe God Tree is an important yet mysterious element in Naruto that’s powerful enough to cast the world’s strongest Genjutsu Infinite Tsukuyomi. The Fourth Great Shinobi War revealed the history of Chakra and how the Shinobi world came to be. Adding multiple layers of complexities in the story, such as the Ten-Tails, Gedo Statue, and Chakra – all of which are directly or indirectly related to the God Tree. The God Tree helps explain the concept of Chakra in the Naruto franchise. The Divine Tree was only the precursor to Kaguya Otsutsuki’s unforeseen entrance. However, this incomprehensible phenomenon startled many even on its own, especially given its larger implications in the Naruto series. Delve deeper to learn about the fundamentals of the source of Chakra, the God tree. What is a God Tree in Naruto? The God Tree is a massive tree that grows by absorbing blood soaked into the ground from multitudinous battles fought over a millennium. Ten-Tails, who serves as the Tree’s seedling, create the God Trees. It must be given the life of an Otsutsuki in order to blossom from a seedling into a tree. The tree will bear a Chakra fruit, whose power depends on the sacrifice. A healthy and strong sacrifice will help create a more powerful Chakra Fruit. Some civilizations venerate the God Tree because of its gigantic size and the conditions under which it grows. Humans used to worship the God Tree as a sacred pillar that extended into the skies and remained passive to all conflict. Obito Uchiha transformed the Ten-Tails into an enormous tree during the Fourth Shinobi World War as part of his Eye of the Moon Plan. The Eight-Tails referred to that as both the final form of the Ten-Tails and the God Tree itself. In Naruto, the God Tree is seen to have its own will and becomes the Ten-Tails to fight alongside Kaguya, foreshadowing the fact that the Ten-Tails and the God Tree are one and the same, with the former being the God Tree’s seed. What purpose did the God Tree serve for the Otsutsuki Clan? The God Tree sprouted from a seed that landed on Earth from a meteorite several millennia ago. The people believed it nourished the land and helped it thrive when in reality, it was slowly draining the natural energy from its surroundings. Gradually, people began fearing and never dared to touch the “Chakra Fruit” it bore every thousand years. On the other hand, the otherworldly Otsutski Clan travel through dimensions in search of God Trees to harvest the Chakra Fruit that can grant them godlike power, extended youth, and longevity. The Otsutsuki traveled in pairs, with one serving as the sacrifice for the God Tree to sprout while the other consumed the Chakra Fruit. Some would even consume multiple fruits from their planet until the God Tree drained every last bit of its natural energy. The Otsutsuki will then search for another planet once the God Tree destroys the previous planet. Kaguya was the sacrifice, while her partner Isshiki would consume the fruit. However, Kaguya grew fond of Earth and its people and didn’t want it to suffer the same fate as other planets. She tricked Isshiki and used him as a sacrifice before consuming the Chakra Fruit herself. Kaguya also absorbed the divine tree and became the Ten-Tails herself to protect the planet. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Genya’s abilities in Demon Slayer | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer’s The Infinity Castle | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Hell’s Paradise’s Elixir of Life | One Piece’s Empty Throne | One Piece creator | One Piece manga hiatuses | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto

Naruto fans still aren’t over the most controversial fight in the anime Masashi Kishimoto/Studio PierrotNaruto vs. Pain is still the most controversial fight in the anime series, and fans know why. One of the most iconic moments in the Naruto franchise is the protagonist’s return in the Pain Invasion Arc. This led to an important and long-anticipated fight between him and Pain that divided the fandom. While the choreography and impact of the battle were unparalleled, the animation received severe backlash from viewers. People criticized the cartoonish feel of certain frames that didn’t match the battle’s seriousness. Naruto’s fight against the Rinnegan user had a lot of things going, including the introduction of the hero’s Sage Mode, the terrifying power of the Six Paths of Pain together, Hinata’s sacrifice, and the unleashing of the nine-tailed fox. So, a lot depended on it. And when the fight failed to live up to the audience’s expectations, they brutally criticized the battle, especially the episode of Naruto’s transformation into Kurama (Naruto Shippuden Episode 167). The heavy backlash was too much for the episode’s director, Atsushi Wakabayashi, who never worked on another high-priority episode of the anime show after that. Though the director never spoke out about it publicly, the coincidence was too glaring to ignore. Now 14 years later, fans still have mixed feelings about the Naruto vs. Pain battle. While they agree the criticism was too harsh, they also point out the reason behind viewers’ disappointment. Many believe the animation of Episode 167 isn’t bad, it just doesn’t fit the fight’s vibe and diminished what was meant to be the most important stand-off in Naruto’s career at that point. As one user pointed out on Reddit, “It’s some very impressive animation … that doesn’t capture the vibe of the scene from the manga at all. Rewatching the clip now I feel the same way as I did back when it originally aired.” “Honestly, while I think it’s good animation in a technical sense, it feels really mismatched with the vibe of the fight. Naruto and Pain simply looked too cartoony for how high the stakes were,” commented another, “Pain turning into the road runner always comes to mind. Even if you don’t pause at all, it still looks funny.” “To be fully honest, the fight is EPIC. However, the art style they chose for animation is so cartoonish and so goofy, it’s hard to take the fight for how serious it should have been,” wrote a third. No matter how controversial it is, Naruto vs. Pain still remains one of the best fights in the Naruto anime. It was the series at its peak, and no matter how the animation looks, it is still completely enjoyable. For more ninja action, check out our guide on Naruto filler. You can also find out who is the strongest in Naruto, how Kurama comes back, and whether Himawari is Kurama’s new jinchuriki.

Naruto fans prepare for new wave of Shippuden Funko Pops A new wave of Naruto Shippuden Funko Pops has been unveiled. The new releases will include an exclusive Sasori Pop!, alongside fan favorites like Choji, Hidan, Kakuzu, Sai, and more. Funko has unveiled its latest lineup of Naruto Shippuden Pop! vinyl figures, set to launch very soon, much to the delight of anime fans. The new wave features a mix of main characters and villains from the iconic series. The new lineup isn’t available for pre-order just yet, but you’ll be able to grab them as soon as they go live at the link below. Exclusive Sasori Funko Pop! The first up is an exclusive Pop! of Sasori, the cunning puppet master of the Akatsuki. His figure depicts Sasori in battle-ready mode, equipped to showcase his chakra threads. The approximately 4-inch Sasori Funko Pop! makes a great addition to complete any Naruto Funko set. Choji Akimichi Funko Pop! Also joining the lineup is a standard Pop! of fan-favorite Choji Akimichi, known for his kind heart and fierce loyalty in combat. Choji’s 4.53-inch figure highlights his flowing hair and red jacket, with one of his fists ready with the clan’s size-shifting Jutsu as needed to protect his allies. Hidan Funko Pop! On the more sinister side, a Funko Pop! rendition of the immortal Hidan will enable fans to collect one of Naruto’s most notable rogues. His figure captures Hidan’s signature triple-bladed scythe, ready to summon chaos. On Top of that Hidan Pop! is an additional “chase” edition, with a 1 in 6 chance of getting the rarer chase figure featuring his masked look. Kakuzu Funko Pop! In the same villainous vein, Kakuzu is receiving his own Funko Pop! treatment, depicting the Akatsuki member’s creepy stitches and menacing eyes. Sai Funko Pop! Also joining the lineup is a vinyl figure of Sai, ready to showcase his artistic ninja skills and Super Beast Scroll drawings. Konan Funko Pop! The Akatsuki kunoichi Konan also gets a Pop! highlighting her origami-inspired abilities, captured mid-flight with paper wings spread. Shino Aburame Funko Pop! Fan-favorite Shino Aburame utilizes his signature insect-based techniques in this brand-new Pop! design fit for any Naruto fan’s collection. The hooded jacket conceals his strategic gaze. Ino Yamanaka Funko Pop! Last but not least, the mind-controlling Ino Yamanaka channels her psychic prowess in kunoichi form as part of this exciting new Funko Pop! announcement. Pre-order links and exact release dates for these upcoming Naruto Shippuden Funko Pops are still TBA, but fans can sign up for release notifications on Funko’s official site in the meantime. Whether training to become Hokage or purveying in powerful puppet techniques, these Naruto Pop figures are must-haves for any fan. Believe it! If you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

Naruto fans can’t ‘believe it’ following Crocs collab reveal: “Only time I’d buy Crocs” Twitter:KicksFinderNaruto fans have been given their very first look at the upcoming collab between the hit anime and shoe brand Crocs and they are freaking out. When it comes to the world of TV shows, movies, and video games, popular franchises often release exclusive merch to pay homage to the project and give fans the chance to own a special piece from a universe they love. This merchandise can come in the form of toys, trading cards, and even clothes and shoes. One particular style and brand of shoe that often releases exclusive styles is Crocs. Over the years, Crocs has released a variety of exclusive pieces, ranging from Minecraft collabs, Demon Slayer-themed footwear, and many more. In light of this, the company has a new line of Naruto Crocs coming soon, the news of this collaboration being shared across social media. While the post fails to mention when the shoes will be available for purchase, it does reveal that there will be at least two different designs to choose from. One being the iconic Naruto orange and blue color scheme and the other a greenish design. Naruto follows the adventures of the namesake ninja Naruto on his journey to become Hokage, the leader of his village. His friends Hinata, Sakura, and rival Sasuke accompany Naruto on his journey. Expect many ninjitsu-filled fights in Naruto Shippuden because it has a lot to offer. Fair warning when approaching the Naruto series, however. If the 500 episodes weren’t enough warning, you’re in for a very long binge-watch session. Given the hundreds of episodes available and a variety of comics and games all based around the hit anime, it’s safe to say the franchise has developed a cult following in the past decade. Across social media, fans have been reacting to the new Naruto x Crocs collab. Many shared how “excited” they are about the new line. One user wrote, “Only time I’d buy crocs” while another added, “Crocs been cooking.” We’ll be sure to keep you updated when more details about this upcoming Naruto x Crocs collaboration are revealed.

Naruto editor reveals the one manga they couldn’t compete with NetflixAs one of the shonen Big Three, Naruto is a popular and beloved manga, but the editor reveals there’s one series they couldn’t compete with. The Naruto manga debuted in 2002 and swiftly captured people’s hearts with its unique plot line. It ended in 2014, but it’s still one of the most beloved manga. However, before it began serialization, creator Masashi Kishimoto studied One Piece. One Piece began in 1997 and is still ongoing, and its popularity continues to break records. The manga and original anime are currently in the Final Saga, while a remake is also in production. Naruto’s editor Kosuke Yahagi oversaw the manga from the beginning and revealed in a roundtable in Denfamicom with several editors in 2019 that they studied One Piece before Naruto’s debut. Additionally, Kosuke shares, “So when we started working on Naruto, we broke down and analyzed ‘What is so great about One Piece?’ “So the more I study this manga, the more amazing it is. I can’t compete with this. If I want to compete with this, I’ll have to surprise people with action. I’m conscious of that. The author himself said, ‘I can’t write a story more moving than One Piece,’ so I thought I’d try to compete somewhere else.” In the end, he also adds, “We couldn’t get past One Piece though.” The community seems divided over this statement but they acknowledge the editor’s respect for one of the best mangas. “One piece has influenced Japan on a different level. Even in WSJ, One Piece was always at the top of the shonen jump rankings which Mangaka in the magazine sees as competition. Naruto was always number 2-3. They’re not talking about anime just manga as a medium,” writes one fan. Another adds, “He’s not wrong, and I’m not even the biggest fan of either of them lol.” For more from One Piece, check out the release date and spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1123. Also, look at Iron Giant’s name and our ranking of the strongest Straw Hats.

Naruto editor makes controversial statement about One Piece’s popularity Pierrot/Toei AnimationAn old interview by Naruto’s editor Kosuke Yahagi recently resurfaced, where he made a controversial comment about Naruto’s popularity over One Piece overseas. Naruto and One Piece and two of the biggest names in the manga industry. Created by Masashi Kishimoto and Eiichiro Oda respectively, these two manga have dominated the market for over two decades, forming the ‘Big Three’ alongside Tite Kubo’s Bleach. As contemporaries and rivals, both Naruto and One Piece have seen some ups and downs. While One Piece is reigning as one of the top manga and anime series, Naruto took over the whole American market while it was still running before Naruto Shippuden ended in 2017. In 2019, Yahagi appeared on radio show Izakaya: Denfaminicogamer with Matsuyama Hiroshi, another manga editor. On the show, he was asked about Naruto’s better appeal in foreign countries than One Piece and the reason behind it. The host asked, “Why is Naruto more popular than One Piece overseas?” To this, Yahagi responded, “It looks cool even to people overseas.” He further clarified: “The drama of One Piece is very interesting. On the other hand, Naruto is easier to understand because of the action and other aspects rather than the drama. “I have children and when I show it to them, the thing they don’t understand the most is the drama.” Objectively, this comment makes sense. One Piece has a very deep and detailed lore with an expanding world whereas the story of Naruto is more straightforward and universal, and thus, easy to understand for casual or younger viewers. However, One Piece fans are less than happy with the editor’s comment. Many are blaming One Piece’s American 4kids version, which botched a lot of original dialogues and censored multiple crucial scenes. “The obvious reason OP wasn’t that popular then was because of its 4kids dub and in fact entire adaptation,” one X user commented. Another user pointed out, “Well, everyone loves ninjas from overseas. Naruto brings Japanese culture overseas. One Piece brings overseas culture to Japan.” A third wrote, “Well, I loved Naruto and the depth of the characterization of the main characters, but at the level of plot and lore One Piece is unsurpassed.” “He is right. While Naruto shows a lot of its complexity up front, One piece usually leaves a lot of its details in the background of the main story, allowing for it to build upon for later arcs,” added a fourth. Despite the difference in popularity between Naruto and One Piece in different parts of the world, one thing is undeniable: both are iconic and have unsurpassed legacies. If you’re a fan of shonen anime, check out our guides to Naruto filler, Boruto episodes, and One Piece filler. And if you want something new, find out more about Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 and Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie trilogy.

Naruto: The fundamental difference between Jutsu and Ninjutsu CrunchyrollThe series primarily focuses on the varying powers the Shinobi possess and the type of techniques they use with them. In Naruto, Jutsu and Ninjutsu are often mistaken as one despite being fundamentally different. Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto is part of the Shonen Big Three that follows the protagonists as they struggle to achieve their goals. The series portrays various characters, shinobi clans, plot twists, backstories, tragedies, and so on, and the series introduced fans to many legendary shinobi clans and their Jutsu. The history behind the shinobi world’s creation was not known to people until the Fourth Great Shinobi War was about to end. However, the difference between Jutsu and Ninjutsu is thoroughly explored in the series. What is Jutsu? Jutsu is the range of mystical arts used by Shinobi in battles with the use of Chakra. The ninja can use the required technique by making hand seals. There are millions of potential strategies to be discovered due to many hand seals and varied combinations. Jutsu originates from Ninshu, religion and the peaceful precursor of modern-world techniques created by Hagoromo Otsutsuki. What is Ninjutsu? Hagoromo claims Ninjutsu to be the corrupt form of Ninshu that was meant to be pure and sacred. Ninjutsu was created by Hagoromo’s elder son Indra Otsutsuki for offensive and defensive purposes. Ninjutsu has a large variety of sub-classifications, such as medical Ninjutsu, barrier ninjutsu, sensory Ninjutsu, etc. While Ninshu focuses primarily on spiritual energy, Ninjutsu demands both spiritual and physical energies, making the attacks much more potent. Another way to describe Ninjutsu is that it always evolves and progresses. Over time, people began to use Ninjutsu as a weapon of war, and the original concept of using Chakra for peace became redundant. What is the difference between Jutsu and Ninjutsu in Naruto? Technically, Ninjutsu is a sub-category of Jutsu in Naruto. Jutsu has three major types: Ninjutsu, Taijutsu, and Genjutsu. Ninjutsu is the vaguest of the three and can be defined as anything other than genjutsu and taijutsu. Most Ninjutsu requires chakra and hand seals, although this is not always the case because solely wielding a weapon qualifies as Ninjutsu. Most Ninjutsu involves shape transformation, which revolves around manipulating the Ninjutsu’s form and movement. On the other hand, nature transformation is concerned with changing the Ninjutsu’s physical attributes. Nature transformation ninjutsu is typically named for their nature type, followed by a more particular term. Certain Ninjutsu can become second nature to a ninja with practice and skills, allowing them to perform them at will. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Genya’s abilities in Demon Slayer | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer’s The Infinity Castle | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Hell’s Paradise’s Elixir of Life | One Piece’s Empty Throne | One Piece creator | One Piece manga hiatuses | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s Talk no Jutsu problem

Naruto creator has one regret about the story’s most hated character Masashi Kishimoto/Studio PierrotIn a recent interview, Naruto creator Masashi Kishimoto shared his regret about Sakura’s character. Kishimoto is known for his iconic manga Naruto, dubbed one of the ‘Big Three’ alongside One Piece and Bleach. The author is also the mind behind the sequel, Boruto Two Blue Vortex, with Mikio Ikemoto handling the manga’s art. To promote Boruto Two Blue Vortex, Kishimoto and Ikemoto recently sat down for an interview where they not only talked about the current series, but also the author’s previous work. In the interview, Kishimoto revealed he regretted not expanding Sakura’s relationship with her parents the way he did with Naruto and Sasuke. She’s also one of the main characters, yet didn’t receive the same depth as her teammates. This makes sense, as doing so would’ve contributed a lot to Sakura’s writing. Despite being one of the main trio, she’s considered the most hated character in the series. A lot of that hate comes from how shallow her writing was compared to some other major characters. Expanding Sakura’s relationship with her parents more would’ve given her a different role than just Naruto and Sasuke’s weaker teammate. Though she gets a lot stronger (in fact, the strongest female character by the end), she still can’t hold a candle to either of her teammates. This, coupled with the messy romantic triangle between the trio, earned her immense hatred from fans. Maybe if she was given a more detailed backstory, viewers could’ve related to her more. After the author’s confession, fans are now asking to see it happen. As one X user commented: “KISHI HAS BEEN WANTING TO GIVE SAKURA AN ARC SINCE 2005 SOMEONE LET THIS MAN WRITE THE SAKURA ARC!!!!!” “KISHIMOTO PLEASE MAKE A BLANK PERIOD MANGA THAT COVERS SAKURA’S NOVEL AND DIVES INTO HER BACKSTORY. IT’S NEVER TOO LATE. PLEASE WRITE THE SAKURA ARC,” wrote another. “He’s right, he should have put more care in Sakura,” said a third, while a fourth weighed in, “Is there still time to do so? I personally would love to see more lore on Sakura.” “Hence we got Road to Ninja, the first Naruto movie Kishimoto ever storyboarded,” pointed out another fan. Since Kishimoto is busy with Boruto Two Blue Vortex, it’s unlikely we’ll get anything on solely Sakura anytime soon. But that won’t stop fans from asking. For more on the ninja world, check out our ranking of the Shinju. You can also learn more about the strongest character in Naruto and Madara’s unnamed Mangekyo Sharingan.

Naruto creator is working on new manga, but you won’t see it any time soon VizMasashi Kishimoto, the creator of Naruto, has revealed that he has a new project in the works – but he’s taking his time putting it together. One of the best anime ever, Naruto is a defining property of the 2000s. Part of the Big 3 in manga alongside One Piece and Bleach, Naruto has been hugely successful on both page and screen, the latest installment of the franchise, Boruto Two Blue Vortex, still carrying the torch today. Masashi has had the occasional jaunt away from the ninjas, but for the most part Naruto’s universe has been his primary creative outlet. That could change, according to an interview he gave with Boruto illustrator Mikio Ikemoto for French publication Kana. “It’s a difficult question. I think I have a goal, but the most important thing is to spend time with my family,” he says, when asked about a new manga. “I love the moments with the fans, I want to have a little more. I think that in these moments I find motivation and will for a new work.” As enticing as this might sound, since there’s an implication he has some ideas percolating that could become fleshed out stories or universes, the other important part is him getting to see his family more. Working on Naruto as intensely as he did for as long as he did was no doubt stressful on the people around him. Manga and anime aren’t known for their easy working hours, putting strain on creatives and their families. Since Two Blue Vortex is on a monthly schedule, Masashi will be enjoying some more breathing room to share with his loved ones. If that means we have to wait a little longer to see what his next creative venture looks like, so be it. You can check out our guide on the Shinju and what Masashi revealed about the most popular ship for more on the property.

Naruto: Black and White Zetsu explained CrunchyrollIn Naruto, both Black and White Zetsu are antagonists contributing significantly to the Fourth Great Shinobi War. However, a lot of things about them are confusing, including their origin and purpose. Naruto is popular for its wide range of characters and the various skills they possess. These skills aren’t limited to humans but also to otherworldly beings. Zetsu is a member of Akatsuki whose half body is black while the other half is white. It looks like an artificial lifeform with a humanoid body and is extremely skilled at stealth missions. Zetsu has the ability to phase through solid objects such as the earth and trees. Zetsu’s special skill allows him to sneak into places that even the best sensor shinobi in the world cannot detect. At some point in Naruto, both Black and White Zetsu separate into two individuals. At that point, the series emphasized the upcoming war more than any minor antagonist. Here’s a look at who Black Zetsu and White Zetsu are in Naruto. What is Black Zetsu in Naruto? Black Zetsu is the tangible manifestation of Kaguya Otsutsuki’s will. It was meant to ensure its creator’s resurrection. Therefore, it stealthily orchestrated many events that formed the shinobi world while assuming several identities. One of those identities was Madara Uchiha’s manifested will. Black Zetsu’s parasitic nature has provided it with several powers that have let it deceive and manipulate others for over a thousand years. It remains hidden and unknown throughout all this. It can also use all five basic nature changes as well as Yin and Yang Releases. Unlike any living being, it can withstand being bisected and not age for over a thousand years. With its flexible physiology, Black Zetsu has the ability to change its shape, forming itself into a humanoid shape or stretching to enormous lengths. Black Zetsu, as a result of Kaguya’s will, can also manifest its will to gain influence over others. By attaching itself to others, it can either subtly manage its mind or, if they are weak enough, aggressively manipulate their bodies in order to use its powers as its own. What is White Zetsu in Naruto? White Zetsu is the other half of the Akatsuki member Zetsu, with Black Zetsu being the other. It is one of the first victims of Kaguya tsutsuki’s Infinite Tsukuyomi. It was ultimately extracted from the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path by Black Zetsu and injected with Hashirama Senju’s DNA by Madara Uchiha. Unlike Black Zetsu, which is a single entity, there are thousands of White Zetsu in Naruto. Over a thousand years ago, Kaguya started using Infinite Tsukuyomi on ordinary people to extract their Chakra. Her plot was discovered by her sons, who joined hands to seal her on the moon. However, by that time, Kaguya had already killed thousands of people. All these people stayed as part of the God Tree for centuries and transformed into White Zetsu, mutated humans. In Naruto Shippuden, while Black Zetsu was the orchestrator of the war, all the White Zetsu were soldiers. They were able to copy Chakra and transform it into other Shinobi, which created lots of problems for the alliance. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: Underrated Zoro moments | Muzan Kibutsuji abilities in Demon Slayer | One Piece ending | Kagaya Ubuyashiki abilities in Demon Slayer | Demon Slayer Thunder Breathing 7th form | The real villain in Hell’s Paradise | Naruto’s Best Rinnegan User | One Piece’s Empty Throne | Luffy’s Gear 5 techniques | Naruto’s Infinite Tsukuyomi | One Piece Red Hair Pirates | One Piece Shanks’ twin theory | Bleach vs Naruto | Naruto’s God Tree | One Piece Straw Hats’ Dreams

Naruto 20th Anniversary remaster leaves nostalgic fans emotional in comments: “It’s beautiful” Studio Pierrot/NarutoNaruto is celebrating its 20th anniversary, and a video reanimating scenes from the original anime has fans around the world blown away in a mixture of nostalgia and awe. Many iconic animated TV shows from Japan are hitting new milestones. This includes the Naruto anime, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Naruto was released on October 3, 2002, and dramatically changed the anime fandoms around the world. Twenty years later, it is still pulling new viewers in with its emotional storyline and relatable characters. The iconic protagonist Naruto, alongside his teammates Sakura and Sasuke, has remained popular in the anime scene over the past two decades. Their likenesses have been imitated through cosplay, explored in fan art, and even expanded on through fanfiction. However, to celebrate the series, an animation studio has revisited the episodes that helped catapult Naruto into success, remasters key scenes to deliver an emotional montage for fans. Pierrot Studio reanimates scenes from the original Naruto anime In a YouTube video uploaded by Pierrot Studios, fans have the chance to see scenes from the original anime in an updated style. Colorful images are accompanied by the nostalgic opening theme songs from the anime, giving a detailed, 10-minute playthrough of Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura’s pivotal moments. Fans immediately reacted in a the comments of the video and through Twitter threads like the one shared by NarutoXposts. HipHopHubx sums up the experience with the perfect comment: “It’s beautiful”. Other Naruto fans have also added their thoughts, with oswilu6 stating “I f****n cried” and stolenps2 adding “This is so nice”. YouTube users like Branden have commented “One of the few anime series I never regretted getting into, and never got bored from rewatching over and over again. Naruto Shippuden FTW!”, expressing their overall love for the series as well. While some fans shared a preference for the original animation style, there is no doubt the stunning remaster is the perfect way to share an appreciation for the Naruto anime. The journey alongside the main characters of the story was emotional and intense for fans who tuned in, and it won’t be one any are likely to forget.

Naruto 2023 anime: Teaser, key visual, plot, & more The highly-anticipated Naruto 2023 anime has recently released its teaser, key visuals, and other major updates. Here’s a look at what to expect from the new series. The 20th anniversary has been a big event for the Shonen series, especially the Big Three series. On Naruto’s 20th anniversary, a new four-episode series was announced with all fan-favorite characters and better animation. Even years after its conclusion, Naruto has maintained its huge fanbase with recurring manga and anime releases, especially the spin-offs. Although the Naruto 2023 anime was announced a while back, there had been little information. The series will air from September 3-24, 2023, featuring the adventures of Team Seven. Here’s everything you need to know about the new series. Naruto 2023 anime teaser and key visual The series will air on TV Tokyo every Sunday at 5:30pm JST. Since Boruto has been on hiatus, the new Naruto series has taken over the broadcasting schedule. Here’s a look at the official teaser. Naruto 2023 anime plot: What to expect The official synopsis of the new anime has yet to be announced. However, judging by the key visual and the teaser, it’s safe to assume that the series will feature the never seen adventures of Team 7 before Sasuke went rogue. Those were the happiest moments of the team until the series took a turn for the worse and separated them forever. It will be interesting to see the moments from Naruto when the series was at the peak of its popularity. We will update this space once we have more information about the plot. The anime and opening themes by FLOW will be repeated for this series Popular Japanese band FLOW has created several opening and ending themes for Naruto. Their song “GO!!!” was used as the fourth opening for the series and will be featured again in the new episodes. Additionally, the ending theme, “Viva★Rock,” is the third ending theme that fans will see again in Naruto 2023 anime. Naruto can currently be streamed on Crunchyroll. In the meantime, check out our other anime coverage below: 10 short anime series | Jujutsu Kaisen chapter 230 | One Piece live-action different from anime | One Piece SWORD members | Jujutsu Kaisen Nobara’s status | Jujutsu Kaisen Gojo’s Hollow Purple | Minato’s side story | Bleach TYBW Episode 16 | One Piece Episode 1070 | One Piece Gear 5 anime schedule | One Piece chapter 1089 | One Piece Koby’s power | Jujutsu Kaisen Episode 4

Naruto 20th Anniversary episodes are finally coming soon CrunchyrollNaruto will be returning to our screens for the 20th Anniversary after all, as some form of new episodes of the beloved anime have been acknowledged by TV Tokyo. It wasn’t long after debuting in 2022 that Naruto became regarded as one of the best anime available. The shonen series about a young ninja and his friends has become a massive franchise in the years since, with multiple anime shows and manga. The original anime run ended in 2007 before moving onto Naruto: Shippuden, which ran from 2007 to 2017. Since 2022 marked the 20 year anniversary of Naruto ninja-running into our hearts and taking over anime conventions worldwide, a return to this era of the franchise was announced. These episodes were due to start in September 2023, but got delayed in order to improve the overall quality. Updates became scant, until recently. The Naruto 20th anniversary “new animation” will arrive sometime this fiscal year, meaning between now and March 2025, according to Ichiro Ishikawa, President & Representative Director of TV Tokyo. The comments were made during a financial results Q&A, as translated by Shonen Jump News. Such a definitive release window is welcome news, since previously we knew they were coming with no ETA whatsoever. March 2025 might seem pretty far away, but it’s really only nine months. Ironically, we’ll be closer to the 25th Anniversary by then, but new Naruto is new Naruto. We know the episodes will take place sometime during Naruto and Shippuden, but what that’ll entail remains a mystery. The anime covered the manga pretty thoroughly, creating some Naruto filler along the way. The likelihood is this will be a fresh story for fans, and probably something that’ll tug on our heartstrings as we try to avoid acknowledging we’re now 20 years older. If you’d like to know what’s happening in the franchise right now, our guide to Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter 11 will get you right up to speed, and we have a feature on how Boruto: Two Blue Vortex ruins the series’ best moment.

Nadeshot and TimTheTatman reveal their favorite anime moments from Dragon Ball Z and Hunter x Hunter Toei Animation / 100 Thieves YouTubeEven in the fast-lane life of being an esports executive, 100 Thieves CEO Mathhew ‘favorite anime moments with fellow streamers CouRage and TimtheTatman. The ‘CouRage and Nadeshot Show’ invites popular personalities to talk shop alongside the two popular content creators, and while there’s tons of topics to dive into, it looked like Nadeshot got heavily sidetracked with his favorite anime. CouRage was winding down the discussion of TimtheTatman’s journey of becoming a father when Nadeshot broke out to identify the similarities between the deep-seeded themes of family and conventional anime arcs. Anime, family and esports “Pretty much any anime that you’ve ever watch,” Nadeshot said. “Every arc has been based off a family member, or someone they need to protect.” That was Nadeshot’s simple opening to a talk that eventually gave him “chills” as he reminisced about some of the greatest moments he’s experienced as a long time anime fan. “The first anime I ever watched, Dragon Ball Z,” Nadeshot began, “it was the Cell Saga, and Gohan was watching his friends get obliterated, and Goku died. Then fucking Gohan just blacksout, and loses it…” Of course, the apex of that moment was when Vegeta distracted Cell for a split moment so that Gohan could unleash the ultimate kamehameha with the help of his father’s spirit. (Timestamp at 34:36 for mobile viewers) “I’m not even kidding, I have chills right now,” Nadeshot said. “And Gohan defeats Cell with a one armed kamehameha and he’s got his dad talking to him from the afterlife. ‘Gohan, you can do this!’… I’m going to go back and spend three hours rewatching the entire Cell Saga.” All the while TimTheTatman was chiming in with specific details from the scene as he too vividly remembered the epic moment as it unfolded. Nadeshot’s love for anime runs deep It seems that the only thing Nadeshot love more than watching anime, is watching it with friends who’ve never experienced it. The CEO has a standing appointment with CouRage to watch Hunter x Hunter, and almost got too excited, narrowly avoiding a big spoiler in Gon’s story arch. 100 Thieves fans might remember the customized prints Nadeshot got made that expertly combined elements from all his loves, that being his esport org, anime, and lifestyle apparel. Nadeshot is quickly rising to being one of esports’ more versatile figures, and his deep interest in various aspects of entertainment isn’t going unnoticed by fans.

Nadeshot shares amazing 100 Thieves anime crossover art ft. Dragon Ball Z and My Hero Academia The 100 Thieves organization is at the forefront of fashion and streetwear in esports, and that combined with CEO Matthew ‘Nadeshot’ Haag’s love for anime created an amazing series of unique fan art. Nadeshot hired artist ‘Madebyrvk’ to breathe new life into characters like Goku, Gon, Naruto, and more but with a modern twist that brings a completely new dimension to the classic heroes. Though Madebyrvk typically creates renditions of characters from popular anime with a street style, Nadeshot commissioned five pieces in the same vein but decked out in 100T garb. “Fell in love with anime when I was a kid on Toonami starting with Dragon Ball Z and ever since I became obsessed with Hunter x Hunter, Naruto and My Hero Acadamia, just to name a few…,” Nadeshot said. “With all of that in mind, I wanted to combine all of these things that I love into one form of art to surround myself with every day…” The result of which bred the likes of Goku and Vegeta sporting 700’s and OFF-WHITE Jordan 1’s while showing off 100T-branded hoodies. Another piece featured My Hero Academia competitive rivals Midoriya and Todoroki in 100T hero-wear. While a whole other piece showed off Killua and Gon from Hunter x Hunter in tattered clothes while wearing Toro Bravos and Shattered Backboard Aways, respectively. Some of the most fitting pieces came from the Naruto universe with Itachi trading in his Akatsuki cloak for a red and black hoodie with matching headband. Which one would only assume the rogue ninja org would don something very similar in 2019. Naruto is shown with a similar headband while wearing a black branded Tee with red camo pants and OFF-WHITE Air Max 90’s. While Kakashi-sensei is stunting on his pupil with custom blue 100T headband, face mask and long sleeve with OFF-WHITE UNC’s. In his message to his fans, Nadeshot mentioned that he has more art pieces from Madebyrvk but isn’t able to show them off quite yet because they would “be spoiling future apparel drops.” The entire collection is a masterful love letter to varying spaces of entertainment and fashion. By fusing esports, anime, streetwear and sneakers, Madebyrvk and Nadeshot created something a lot of people could relate with in some degree.

Mysterious Disappearances: Everything we know so far Crunchyroll2020’s Next Manga Award nominee – Mysterious Disappearances – is finally getting an anime adaptation. Here’s what you need to know. Things are set to get spooky, with upcoming anime Mysterious Disappearances, based on Nujima’s supernatural web manga of the same name, premiering in 2024. Also known as Kaii to Otome to Kamikakushi (Mysteries, Maidens and Mysterious Disappearances) in Japanese, the manga has been running on Shogakukan’s Yawaraka Spirits website since 2019. As we await the anime’s debut, we’ve got all the details you need. From release to its first promotional video, here is everything we know so far about the upcoming series. Mysterious Disappearances: Is there a release? There’s no official release date as of yet. However, Mysterious Disappearances is scheduled to debut in April 2024. It’s safe to say that Spring 2024 is going to be an exciting period for anime fans. Alongside Kaiju No.8, Highspeed Etoile, and the possibility of One Punch Man season 3, underrated web manga Mysterious Disappearances will get its very first anime adaptation. Tomomi Mochizuki, known for his collaborations with Studio Ghibli and Nippon Animation, is writing and directing the adaptation, and legendary director Hiroshi Negishi’s studio Zero-G is producing it, assuring fans that the anime is in good hands. Mysterious Disappearances plot So what is the anime about? The manga revolves around Ogawa Sumireko, a bookstore clerk who wants to become an author. However, when strange occurrences begin unfolding around the city, she joins forces with her co-worker Adashino Ren to investigate. But there’s a twist! Ren is hiding a secret of his own. With their combined skills and occult knowledge, what will they unearth as they investigate? This anime is self-described as a modern-day Romanesque story about friendship, with a bizarre combination of weirdness, girls, and sexuality. For lovers of the seinen genre, what’s not to like? Mysterious Disappearances cast: Who’s in it? The full cast hasn’t been released yet. But we do have a few key characters. Fairouz Ai, known for Raccoon Dog, will play main protagonist Sumireko Ogawa and My Hero Academia’s Daiki Yamashita will play her colleague Ren Adashino. Additional cast members, as announced on October 31, Eri Yukimura (Classroom for Heroes) will play Oto Adashino and Yui Horie (16bit Sensation: Another Layer) will play Manami Uname. Is there a Mysterious Disappearance trailer? The anime released a main trailer on October 31 ahead of its premiere. The colorful trailer upped the suspense as it introduced the main characters, alongside more sinister occurrences that will ensure fans are at the edge of their seats, waiting to see what’s going to happen next. Stay tuned for more updates on the Mysterious Disappearances anime. While you wait for its April release, why not check out or other anime coverage below?

Zom 100 studio’s new anime movie is now streaming on Netflix NetflixThe latest anime film from Twin Engine, the studio behind Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead and Golden Kamuy, lowkey dropped on Netflix recently, and it’s something a little different from the outfit. My Oni Girl, a new anime movie directed and co-written by Tomotaka Shibayama, arrived on the service on May 24. It tells the charming story of a boy named Hiiragi Yatsuse who’s too self-conscious to make meaningful friends but develops confidence by helping a demonic young woman, Tsumugi, find her mom. Just your standard anime, really. The picture has had a subdued release so far, though that’s not surprising from Netflix, as the platform isn’t the most reliable when it comes to advertising. Sometimes new releases are on your dash waiting for you, and sometimes you find out way after the fact because they’re buried in the library. It’s an original script from Tomotaka and co-writer Yuko Kakihara, and the latest film from the director and Twin Engine that Netflix has picked up. The company also distributed A Whisker Away in 2020, Tomotaka’s directorial debut, and another Twin Engine production. A Whisker Away follows a woman who encounters a mask that allows her to transform into a cat. A slightly different speed to My Oni Girl, but just as lighthearted, and if turning into a feline is something you’ve ever considered, you’ll probably find that charming. A considerable amount of Twin Engine-associated releases have made their way to Netflix in recent years. Zom 100 is on there, including the live-action horror movie, and Vinland Saga. In terms of breaking through outside of Japan, the service is a powerful outlet, with millions upon millions of potential viewers on offer. We have a list of the best anime shows on Netflix if you want more prime viewing options. Our upcoming anime list will keep you informed on what’s coming out, and our guides to My Hero Academia: You’re Next and Tower of God Season 2 are worth keeping an eye on as well.

My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered: Release date, cast & official trailer Okuruto NoboruTsuyoshi Fujitaka’s My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered is finally getting an anime adaptation. Here is everything we know so far about it. Get ready to enter another world in this anime adaptation of Tsuyoshi Fujitaka’s isekai light novel, My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered, No One In This Other World Stands A Chance Against Me. It’s a long title, but bear with us because this fantasy adventure promises to provide hours of chaos, carnage, and humor. So, from its official release date to key cast members, here is everything we know so far about this upcoming anime series. (Don’t worry, no spoilers other than what the title already gives away). My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered release date My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered will begin streaming on January 4, 2023 on TOYKO MX. On November 16, the anime’s official website revealed a new key visual, the official release date, three new cast members and the opening theme song. The series will be broadcast in Japan on TOKYO MX and BS11, and in the United States it will stream on HIDIVE. Although, where it will stream outside of East Asia and the US is yet to be announced. If you can’t wait until January, the first episode will premiere on November 17 at Anime NYC 2023. My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered plot While the title gives a lot away about the plot, it doesn’t tell us everything. The story follows a seemingly normal high-school student called Yogiri Takatou and begins when his school bus is transported to another world by an malevolent sage. Why? Because she wants to find gifted students that are capable of fighting against demons. Yogiri’s apathy to the strange situation unnerves his fellow students. But things are not as they seem. Yogiri is not a normal kid. He can kill anyone and anything he wants, just by thinking about it. (Essentially, this universe’s one thought man). My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered cast & crew New cast and crew members are being announced regularly in the build up to the series. Here are the cast members we know so far: Yogiri Takatou voiced by Koki Uchiyama – Tomochika Dannoura voiced by Miyu Tomita – Mokomoko Dannoura voiced by Tomoko Kaneda – Sion voiced by Yui Horie – Lain voiced by Rina Sato – Daimon Hanakawa voiced by Hiro Shimono – Yuuki Tachibana voiced by Yoshiki Murakami – Asaka Takatou voiced by Lynn – Rick voiced by Mark Ishii – Lynel voiced by Sho Nogami – Theodisia voiced by Akira Sekine – Sora Akino voiced by Sayaka Kikuchi – Ryoko Ninomiya as Kiyono Yasuno – Carol S. Lane as Anna Suzuki – Haruto Otori as Shouhei Komatsu – Suguru Yazaki as Shougo Sakata – Based on Tsuyoshi Fujitaka’s light novel series, the TV anime adaptation is written and directed by Ensemble Stars! Masakazu Hishida and produced by the animation studio behind How Not To Summon A Demon Lord, Okuruto Noboru. The official theme song has also been revealed. It’s called ‘Killer Bars’ and is performed by Japanese hip-hop group, Hilcrhyme. Is there a trailer? A brand new trailer for My Instant Death Ability is so overpowered was released on December 14. Check it out here. This is the second official trailer released for the series and it features more of an insight into this isekai world. In this trailer, the stakes are high. We witness terrible monsters, Yogiri Takatou using his instant death ability and the other students fighting for their lives. Stay tuned on the latest news from the world of My Instant Death Ability Is So Overpowered. We’ll keep you updated with any new information, as soon as its released. While you wait for its January release date, why not check out our other anime coverage below:

My Hero Academia’s new No. 1 Hero was teased long ago, we just didn’t notice Kohei Horikoshi/BonesMy Hero Academia’s ending revealed Mirio Togata to be the new No. 1 Hero, but this isn’t as unexpected as we previously thought. Chapter 430 finally wrapped up the story of My Hero Academia for good. The finale has many surprising revelations, including Deku losing One For All forever and becoming a teacher at U.A. But the rest of the Class 1-A students all become Pro Heroes like they wanted. Ochako, Iida, Tsuyu, and Momo are a Hero team, with Ochako introducing the very significant ‘Quirk Counselling Expansion Project’. Bakugo and Shoto, on the other hand, are among the top Heroes of the country. While Bakugo is hilariously losing his approval rating because of his personality, Shoto is doing very well. Deku says soon he’ll even surpass top Heroes like Mt. Lady and Kamui Woods, and maybe even match Mirio, the current No. 1 Hero. Though it’s sad Deku couldn’t fulfill his dream and become the No. 1 Hero, Mirio’s future still makes sense. In fact, if anyone deserves the spot other than Deku, it’s Mirio. Not only is he a very powerful individual but he also has a heart of gold. Also, we knew Mirio was special from the get-go. Before All Might met and passed One For All on to Deku, Mirio was the chosen candidate for the Quirk. He later showed his strength, courage, and selflessness when he sacrificed his Quirk to save Eri. Another clue to Mirio’s future No. 1 status was provided by Sir Nighteye. On his deathbed, he revealed how he saw his protégé become the top hero in the future. Turns out the man was accurate in his foreseeing. Many fans are also pointing out how Mirio’s new status is meant to be. As one X user commented, “We knew this would happen the moment he was introduced in the story.” Another joined, “Very fair. Even before all that happened, it was said that Mirio was the closest to being Number 1 and he had a two-year head start.” A third shared, “Honestly kinda makes sense. He has like, a REALLY good Quirk lol.” While Mirio is the current No. 1, it may change in the future. My Hero Academia’s ending sees Deku joining his friends as a Pro Hero with a new hero suit funded by Class 1-A. Maybe he’ll eventually surpass his senior and fulfill his dream. Now that the superhero story is over, check out our explainer on the My Hero Academia manga ending. You can also go through the best My Hero Academia fights and the major character deaths in the series.

My Hero Academia’s most hated character isn’t who you’d expect Kohei Horikoshi/BonesMy Hero Academia fans have chosen the most hated character from the series, and it’s not a villain as you’d expect, but someone with a crucial role in one antagonist’s origin. The world of My Hero Academia is anything but black and white. The manga’s characters are humanely flawed, with both good and evil within them. While we see villains with traumatic pasts, we also see otherwise lawful citizens doing cruel and heartless things. An example of both of these can be found in Shigaraki’s backstory. Abused by his father all through childhood, little Tenko Shimura’s life became a living hell when his Quirk awakened, killing everyone in his family. In his dire emotional state, he ran away from home. But nobody on the streets helped the lone child. When an old woman did ask about him, she was instantly freaked out by his appearance and left in a hurry without a care for the child. Little did she know, this young person would one day become Tomura Shigaraki and attempt to destroy the whole country. After Shigaraki’s death and the end of the war, the old lady appeared again in My Hero Academia Chapter 427. She was one of the citizens who hated Shigaraki and questioned whether the heroes couldn’t have stopped him sooner. The irony is that she could’ve been the one to prevent Tenko from being Shigaraki if only she helped the child on the street. But she didn’t and instead criticized the heroes who put their lives on the line to protect civilians like her. After this, fans unanimously believe her to be one of the worst characters in My Hero Academia. As one Reddit user wrote, “Anyone else notice these two ladies are the same? Ironically, she wonders if he could be stopped sooner when she’s one of the ones who didn’t help him in the first place.” Another joined, “Butterfly effect, you never know what consequences your actions, or lack thereof, might have even years in the future. I wonder what she’d say if she knew Shigaraki was once a small boy she didn’t help.” “I think that’s the point of putting her again, to show that you can also be part of the problem and etc.,” commented a third, explaining the role of the lady in the story. Shigaraki’s past is one of the most heartbreaking parts of the story. The old lady’s comeback reminds readers that he was not born evil, instead was created from people’s cruelty and All For One’s schemes. For more, find out if Deku will get One For All back and how many My Hero Academia movies there are. You can also check out our guide on My Hero Academia: You’re Next and the questions My Hero Academia needs to answer before it ends.

My Hero Academia You’re Next’s fight scenes expand Deku and Bakugo’s “amazing” friendship TOHOStars of My Hero Academia: You’re Next have teased how the tense relationship between Bakugo and Deku will evolve in the upcoming movie. 2024 is truly the year of My Hero Academia. Besides the manga ending, we have Season 7 of the anime show and a new movie, You’re Next. In anticipation of the superhero anime’s fourth film, Daiki Yamashita and Nobuhiko Okamoto attended the Japanese premiere, where they spoke about the story. They revealed that Bakugo and Deku grow closer as a result of what happens, admiring each other more than before. “There are more scenes where we fight together,” Nobuhiko states, per Oricon. “I think that they recognize each other as heroes because they can fight together without any personal feelings.” Daiki concurs: “Normally, I think people would make a solid plan and fight, but these two can instantly choose the best way to fight. I think that’s amazing.” Bakugo is one of the more explosive students in Class 1-A, literally and figuratively. He’s always been the Vegeta to Deku’s Goku; grumpy and with a villainous streak, but ultimately erring towards good. Him and Deku have a strong chemistry that’s grown throughout the main plot. Bakugo recognizes Deku’s power and potential, and his need for allies in the battle against Shigaraki. More than that, Deku’s kindness stirs something in Bakugo that we’ve seen blossom over the last six seasons and three movies. How You’re Next adds to that remains to be seen, but an evil All Might, known as Dark Might, means it’ll definitely be a challenge for all involved. The perfect tonic to the bittersweet conclusion of the manga after a decade. Unfortunately, we’ll be waiting until October 11, 2024 to find out about You’re Next for ourselves. Check out our guide to Chapter 429 to see what’s happening in the story right now.

My Hero Academia: You’re Next’s place in the timeline has been revealed TOHOThis is the year of My Hero Academia. Besides more of the hit show, we have another film on the way, and the stars have confirmed exactly where You’re Next will fit into the overall canon. My Hero Academia Season 7 premieres soon. Kicking off the Final War Arc, the anime show is introducing Star and Stripes, America’s biggest hero, in the burgeoning battle between Deku and Shigaraki for the fate of mankind. No pressure! Amid all that, My Hero Academia: You’re Next arrives this summer, the fourth anime movie in the storied franchise. Since we’re getting two big releases in one year, there might be some confusion over the timeline, and one of the stars involved has clarified where You’re Next falls canonically. “The new movie is set at the same point in the timeline as the anime, just like the previous movies,” Daiki Yamashita, the actor behind Deku, tells CUT Magazine. “So I think it helps to add to the story as you can think, ‘Wow, that was happening then’.” Although this might suggest You’re Next fits within some form of time jump in Season 7, it’s more likely we’ll see a repeat of previous films and it’ll actually take place after the finale. World Heroes Mission came out during Season 5, but the events are after that finale and before the premiere of Season 6, likewise for Heroes Rising and Season 4 and 5. What’s potentially more eyebrow-raising for fans is the explicit mention of You’re Next as a canon installment. The canon-status of films from franchises like My Hero Academia have long been the subject of debate, since their events are rarely, if ever, discussed in the show afterward. Dragon Ball Z’s movies are famously in canon purgatory, and the recent Spy x Family Code: White doesn’t bring any change the forthcoming Season 3 needs to acknowledge. But just because they aren’t overtly referenced, doesn’t mean they aren’t meaningful still. Where You’re Next lands on this scale will depend on what happens, and the lay of the land in Season 8. Daiki added what he hoped fans would take away from the momentous fourth adventure on the big screen. “You can see the growth of not just Deku, but all of Class 1-A. I think it’s a move that will remind viewers of the value and power of standing together to fight,” he adds. As much has been a recurring theme of My Hero Academia, with challenges often overcome through Deku and his friends supporting each other in the epic fight against evildoers. They have their work cut out for them in You’re Next, since a mysterious evil All Might shows up. We’ll find out more this summer. Keep an eye on our upcoming anime list for what else is coming out. Our guides to Demon Slayer Season 4 and Tower of God Season 2 will be useful, too.

My Hero Academia: You’re Next trailer has fans saying the same thing TOHONot only do we have a new season of My Hero Academia about to premiere, but a film arrives this summer, too. My Hero Academia: You’re Next is due in July, though the new trailer isn’t inspiring much confidence in the fanbase. Details on My Hero Academia: You’re Next are gradually seeping through as the anime movie‘s promotion heats up. Studio Bones is in a tricky position, because revealing too much might spoil the anime show, but you still want want people to be excited for both. Therefore, the film still seems relatively vague. We know Deku and Class 1-A will tackle a new baddie and some sort of mystery involving an alien ship, but what exactly that means remains to be seen. We just learned the name of the new antagonist thanks to the trailer. The All Might doppelganger is known as Dark Might, and people are amused, but in the wrong way. Numerous memes have been posted, featuring images and gifs of people looking embarrassed or trying to hold back laughter. I can see their point — it’s a bit on the nose as a name and concept, telling you everything you need to know about the character. “Ngl it sounds silly,” a user on Reddit states. That said, there’s one moment in the clip that does make Dark Might enticing, and that’s Deku’s Danger Sense spiking. Much like Spider-Sense, Deku can detect danger around, and it varies by severity. Something that causes that much of a stir in Deku’s senses must be dangerous. We’ll start finding out in July, when You’re Next opens in Japan. Keep an eye out for our signal on an international release date. Check out our guide to Demon Slayer Season 4 for everything you need to know on that in the meantime.

My Hero Academia: You’re Next release date, trailer, plot & more TOHOA new My Hero Academia movie arrives this summer, right on the heels of Season 7. When can you expect to see My Hero Academia: You’re Next? Over the last several years, My Hero Academia has become established as one of the best anime if you want fun, vibrant characters, great fight scenes, and some generally upbeat storytelling. Across the past six seasons, we’ve watch Deku grow from a wannabe hero to one of the greatest to ever live, and every arc brings him closer to the ultimate challenge. Season 7 of the anime show continues this trend, giving us more action from the gang. This year, we also got the manga’s ending, but that’s not all. This summer brought a new movie into the franchise, making 2024 the year of superhero anime. Here are all the details! My Hero Academia: You’re Next release date My Hero Academia: You’re Next comes to US cinemas on October 11, 2024. The film opened in Japanese cinemas on August 2, 2024. This is the fourth My Hero Academia movie. The previous one, My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission, premiered in Japan in August 2021, before coming out around the world starting in October. This is following the same pattern. My Hero Academia: You’re Next plot Deku and his friends take on Dark Might, an enemy that looks remarkably like All Might, all while trying to figure out why a strange fortress has arrived on Earth. The bizarre building seems to consume people and other buildings, presenting a mystery for us and the heroes. The All Might lookalike points to an Evil Superman storyline of some description. Ultimately, whatever happens, we can count on Deku, Shoto, and Bakugo saving the day in epic fashion. We wouldn’t have it any other way! My Hero Academia: You’re Next trailer The first trailer for My Hero Academia: You’re Next arrived in January 2024. We got to meet All Might’s evil twin, Dark Might and see a little bit of this strange, alien building that comes along in the first trailer. A second trailer arrived in April, building the tension around Dark Might, with Deku’s Danger Sense going haywire. Whatever’s happening, it’s going to be a challenge. The most recent subtitled trailer dropped in July 2024. It showed brief glimpses of the Class 1-A students as the deal with the new crisis, with the theme song ‘Homunculus’ by Vaundy playing in the background. We also see Anna and Giulio, who play key roles in the film, in the new video. Where can you watch My Hero Academia: You’re Next? My Hero Academia You’re Next will be a theatrical release to start, before moving to streaming on Crunchyroll. The film should arrive on the service some months after hitting the big screen. The likelihood is early 2025, but it could potentially be late 2024, too. Either way, if you want the best experience, and the earliest, you’ll need to find your local cinema. Check out our upcoming anime and upcoming anime sequels lists to see what else you should be keeping an eye on. And for more hero content, give our review of the My Hero Academia ending a go.

My Hero Academia: You’re Next is getting a special manga – but we have bad news TOHOMy Hero Academia has a new movie coming out this summer, and it’s getting a special manga adaptation, but not everyone can get a copy – for now, at least. My Hero Academia: You’re Next is the fourth anime movie in the franchise. Featuring an evil All Might and the arrival of a mysterious alien vessel, the new movie promises another fun detour for Deku and the heroes of Class 1-A. To celebrate, Studio Bones has had a manga version made that features work by creator Kohei Horikoshi, behind-the-scenes interviews and more. Audience members in Japan can enjoy the magazine, though sadly for now, they’ll be the only ones. According to the superhero movie‘s official site, the book will be available to attendees on opening weekend in Japan, starting Friday, August 2, 2024. Limited to just 1.5 million copies, availability will depend on stocks across various theaters. So, if you’re in Japan around that time and considering checking out the latest My Hero Academia movie, here’s yet more impetus to go. As of now, there’s no mention of any kind of special swag coming with the US or UK rollout of the picture. Taking place after Season 6, You’re Next happens after society’s thrown into disarray when scores of villains are set free from prison. It’s the start of Shigaraki and All For One’s big play, before they’re confronted by Deku and his One For All Quirk. You’re Next arrives at a pivotal time for the franchise. The My Hero Academia ending is imminent, bringing a close to the whole saga, while Season 7 of the anime show has started setting up the last arc for viewers. Speaking of which, My Hero Academia Season 7 is now on a brief hiatus ahead of Part 2. It’s all happening! Don’t worry though, our upcoming anime list has plenty of other options to help fill the void.

My Hero Academia’s new movie has already set an incredible franchise record CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia is having a bumper year, and the new movie has already set standards for the anime in Japan. My Hero Academia: You’re Next arrives during a peak period for the franchise. Chapter 430 has ended the story of Deku and Class 1-A in the manga, while Season 7 kicked off the fight against Shigaraki that’ll carry through to the conclusion. You’re Next arrived in Japanese cinemas on August 2, 2024, and had a record-setting opening night that’s expected to snowball into a huge weekend for the franchise. According to anime box office analyst Nakayasee, My Hero Academia: You’re Next scored 440 million yen (arouund $3 million) on first night showing. The current trajectory indicates the new movie will cross one billion yen (around $6.8 million) by Monday. For context, that’s 120 million more than the previous anime movie, World Heroes’ Mission, earned on opening night in 2021. As the fourth film in the franchise, such growth truly demonstrates the fanbase and current interest in My Hero Academia. These numbers do fall short of overall box office numbers for the year. Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle brought in 2.23 billion yen in its first weekend in Japan, but that was a long-awaited film sequel to a beloved anime show, so the demand was on another scale. Like the previous films, You’re Next involves a side story, this time pitting Deku and his friends against Dark Might, an evil version of All Might who’s tied to a bizarre alien city that arrives from the sky. It’s all very strange and ominous, bringing a different tone to the anime. It should have considerable legs in the coming months before travelling overseas. International audiences will get their chance to see it on October 11, 2024 – once they’ve gotten over the My Hero Academia ending, of course. For more on that, check out our guides on if Deku becomes No 1 hero and whether he gets One For All back.

All Might star found My Hero Academia: You’re Next challenging for one specific reason TOHOThe upcoming My Hero Academia movie presents a new challenge for Kenta Miyake, long-running voice of All Might, since he plays two parts, and the whole thing proved quite tricky. In My Hero Academia: You’re Next, Deku and his classmates face a particularly scary villain – an evil All Might. Known as Dark Might, we don’t yet know the backstory behind the horrifying doppelganger, though it’ll be tied to the mysterious alien city that appears in the picture as well. Kenta Miyake portrays both parts, so Dark Might has that authentic vibe of the franchise’s Superman. Speaking to us at Anime Expo 2024, he revealed that doing both parts actually made being All Might tougher – but not in the way you’d think. “In recording, I played Dark Might first, then we recorded All Might,” he told Dexerto. “I was so into playing Dark Might, tried really hard playing him, when it came time to play All Might, [the performance] kind of had a villain aspect to it. Re-recording happened a lot!” He mentions there’s a volume difference between the two characters, creating a contrast that was obviously hard to shake. You can easily imagine, especially in voice-acting, finding it hard to step from one role to another. The performers don’t have as much physicality as on-screen actors, requiring a particular kind of psychology for each character. Kenta had to switch his whole mindset in You’re Next, probably in a relatively short period of time, knowing the turn around on voice roles. Christopher Sabat is up on the dubbing side. Even a tenured professional like him will no doubt find the process tricky, just like his Japanese counterpart. It was announced at Anime Expo that My Hero Academia: You’re Next comes to US theaters on October 11, 2024. Japanese fans can see the film on August 2, 2024. Our upcoming anime list will keep you informed on every other release date you should keep in mind.

My Hero Academia You’re Next adds new character played by anime legend TOHOMy Hero Academia returns to cinemas this summer for You’re Next, the franchise’s fourth movie, and an all-new character has been confirmed, voiced by a true icon of the anime industry. We’re currently enjoying My Hero Academia Season 7, where the war against Shigaraki and All For One has finally kicked off in the superhero anime. It’s the start of a busy year for Deku, since there’s a new anime movie arriving in August, and the manga is about to finish as well, per Chapter 424. You’re Next, the fourth My Hero Academia film, promises another flighty romp to complement the main story, with Deku and Class 1-A facing an evil All Might. In addition to all the established characters, we now know at least one brand new member is coming to the cast in Giulio, a one-eyed butler who serves the wealthy Scervino family. Details are limited on Giulio and his role in the story, other than he’s trying to win the affections of Anna Scervino, a young woman also in You’re Next. However, the more exciting part is that Giulio is being portrayed by Miyano Mamoru in Japanese. You might not recognize Miyano’s name, but you’ll know his voice, since he’s leant his talents to characters such as Light Yagami from Death Note and Osamu Dazai from Bungo Stray Dogs. Over the years, he’s been prominently involved in many of the best anime, including Wolf’s Rain, D.Gray-man, and Mobile Suit Gundam 00, in addition to the aforementioned. In a statement on joining My Hero Academia, Miyano hints that Giulio’s Quirk impacts the plot a considerable amount. “If I were to talk about his role, it would be the biggest spoiler of the movie, so it’s difficult to comment,” he says, per Comic Natalie. “But his Quirk, that is specialized in a certain direction, is the hook of this story.” Opposite him is Ikumi Meru, who’ll be voicing Anna. She’s relatively new to anime, with this being her fourth movie, and the most prolific of her career thus far. Perhaps this’ll be a stepping stone to greater things for her. My Hero Academia: You’re Next arrives in Japanese cinemas on August 2, 2024. Check out our guides on every Quirk stolen by All For One, does Deku still have his Quirk after Chapter 242, and our feature on how Deku’s new Quirk is staring us right in the face.

My Hero Academia fans call out “one of the worst writing decisions” in the franchise CrunchyrollNow that My Hero Academia is over, fans are looking back through the story, and they’ve settled on a pretty big missed opportunity from Kohei Horikoshi. The My Hero Academia ending brought closure to most avenues of the beloved franchise. We see what happened to Deku and his Class 1-A peers, as well as All Might, all with a sprinkling of inspiring messaging. A big aspect of the conclusion was Deku defeating Shigaraki and All For One. As dust settles on their final bout, a particular choice involving the villains isn’t sitting well with readers. It turns out All For One was puppeteering Shigaraki for much of his life. According to fans on a Reddit thread, this undercuts deeper thematic connotations. Whereas Shigaraki had been established as a negative producer of the superhero hierarchy, this much simpler explanation robs him of more depth. “All For One ruined Shiggy quite a bit with the Reverse Flash crap he pulled. The decay reveal was fine but the planning his birth and making his dad abuse him,” one comment adds in a thread that dubs the moment “one of the worst” twists in the franchise. “The part where All For One orchestrated Shigaraki’s actual birth was bizarre,” echoes another comment. “Given Shigaraki didn’t even end up being saved by Deku in the end anyway, I wonder what was going through Horikoshi’s mind for him to go down this route,” a third adds. There’s an abundance of evil piled onto All For One that seems convenient at first – making him the ultimate baddie so we have straight good vs evil in the last battle – but it undercuts other aspects of the story. Consistency isn’t Kohei’s strong suit, though – look at Deku’s father. Regardless, it’s done now. We still have the superhero anime, though, and our guides to My Hero Academia: You’re Next and Season 7 will keep you up to date on those.

My Hero Academia dominates world popularity poll with one character Kohei Horikoshi/BonesThe midterm results of My Hero Academia’s global popularity poll are out, and one character has managed to sweep the top spot in every category. Though Deku is the protagonist of My Hero Academia, Bakugo has always been its most popular character. Thanks to his well-written redemption arc and intense dynamic with Deku, he’s stolen the hearts of the entire fan base. It becomes most apparent in the manga’s popularity polls. Except for the first one where Deku won, Bakugo has retained the top spot in every other for almost a decade, leaving behind popular characters like All Might, Shoto, and Ochako. He’s showing his influence over fans once again in the new My Hero Academia world popularity poll. The poll was announced after the manga’s ending on August 5, 2024. It’s the first global voting for the series, and so far, it has received an incredible reception from fans. The series released the midterm results of the poll on September 5, to give everyone an idea of who’s leading – and Bakugo is the clear victor. The Explosion user is now leading the poll, followed by Deku, Shoto, Aizawa, and Kirishima, respectively. Hawks and Dabi are the sixth and seventh entries, with Shigaraki, Endeavor, and Ochako filling the last three spots on the ranking. While Bakugo’s top spot should’ve been expected at this point, there are some unexpected results, too. For starters, All Might is out of the top 10, and so is Iida, despite both being major characters. Fans are still happy to see their favorite character on the top. One such X user posted, “I’m f**king laughing. Bakugo is always number 1. His antis are crying for sure.” “BAKUGOU NUMBER ONE AND KIRISHIMA TOP 5. YUPPP WE BACK IN BUSINESS,” tweeted another. “Bakugo is by far my favorite character but it also feels like people upset about the ending are shooting down Deku’s chances,” pointed out a Reddit user. “I suspect a lot of the most upset people for better or for worse are big fans of Deku and that may harm him in the polls.” While the voting for the popularity poll continues, check out our review of My Hero Academia’s ending. You might also like to know more about Deku’s father and the major character deaths in the series.

My Hero Academia: Does Deku get One For All back? Kohei Horikoshi/BonesMy Hero Academia took a shocking turn when Deku lost One For All, becoming Quirkless once again. Now that the manga’s ended, does he get his Quirk back? Deku starts his My Hero Academia journey as a Quirkless boy dreaming to be a Pro Hero. His dreams finally have a chance to come true when his idol All Might transfers the all-powerful One For All to him, giving him the opportunity to fulfill his goal. During the last stretch of the Final War, Deku decides to forcefully transfer One For All to Shigaraki to defeat him from within. After successfully doing so, Deku is left with only the embers of the powerful Quirk, making Shigaraki the new wielder of it. However, with My Hero Academia ending with Chapter 430, we finally know if Deku’s biggest change has been reversed or not. Warning: Spoilers ahead! Does Deku get One For All back by the end of My Hero Academia? Deku does not get One For All back by the end of My Hero Academia. Deku reveals he still has the embers of One For All, like All Might did after transferring the Quirk to him, in Chapter 424. Since then, he’s used the embers at certain moments. For example, in Chapter 428, he uses them to reach Ochako at the top of the hill. However, the final chapter, which picks up after an eight-year-long time skip, reveals the embers have faded long since. This has left Deku completely Quirkless, like he was at the beginning. With no Quirk to aid him, he also hasn’t been able to become a Pro Hero like he wanted. But at the end of the chapter, he gets another chance to fulfill his dream. All Might gives him a special armor and support gears, funded by the rest of Class 1-A students, especially Bakugo, to help him in place of his Quirk. Thanks to those items, Deku finally becomes a Pro Hero, even though he no longer has One For All. What happened to One For All? One For All ceases to exist after the vestiges of the previous users and Deku destroys All For One, fulfilling their destiny. What really happens to One For All is left on an ambiguous note in Chapter 423. However, by the events of the chapter and Yoichi’s explanation, the previous wielders of One For All finally get their salvation by defeating All For One, indicating that they disappear from existence. In the chapter, the resonance from Deku’s embers of One For All rouse the previous users as well as Shigaraki who has been saved from fizzling out by Nana Shimura, his grandmother. All previous users, along with Shigaraki, attack All For One from within while Deku attacks him with the last bit of his power from the outside. Thanks to the joint attack, All For One is finally defeated, disintegrating into thin air and freeing Shigaraki from him. What happens to One For All after this isn’t shown, but we get the answer in the manga’s final chapter. For more on the superhero anime and manga, check out all the major character deaths and the best My Hero Academia fights. You can also find out Toga’s fate and if Dabi is dead.

My Hero Academia: Why didn’t Star and Stripe’s Quirk fully work on Shigaraki? Kohei Horikoshi/BonesStar and Stripe almost killed Tomura Shigaraki with her Quirk in the first episode of My Hero Academia Season 7. However, her rule didn’t apply to Shigaraki, here’s why that is. My Hero Academia Season 7 debuted this May as part of the Spring 2024 lineup. It’s already one of the best anime of 2024, managing to impress the viewers with the first episode. My Hero Academia Season 7 started strong with Episode 1 featuring the long anticipated fight between Star and Stripe and Shigaraki. USA’s No. 1 Pro Hero proved herself to be a formidable opponent as she completely overwhelmed Shigaraki multiple times. However, when she made her move to kill him by assigning a rule on him with her Quirk, New Order, she found the rule didn’t apply to Shigaraki. Thanks to this, the villain survived and is prepared to go all out in the next episode. Why didn’t Star and Stripe’s Quirk fully work on Shigaraki in My Hero Academia? Star and Stripe’s Quirk didn’t fully work on Shigaraki because she set the rule for Tomura Shigaraki whereas the villain has the consciousness of All For One inside him, meaning he is not entirely Tomura Shigaraki. When Star and Stripe fought Shigaraki, she quickly overpowered him with New Order. After some intense moves from both sides, the hero cornered Shigaraki and assigned a new rule on her. As per her rule, if Tomura Shigaraki moves, his heart would stop beating. However, Shigaraki survived, shocking the Pro Hero. In his internal monologue, he revealed he was no longer Tomura Shigaraki. He wasn’t All For One either, nor was he Tenko Shimura. He had become something else altogether and his hatred was powerful that it kept making him stronger. When the two first clashed, Shigaraki didn’t have any information about her Quirk which left him at a disadvantage. However, this incident made him better understand the intricacies of New Order and how it wasn’t as all-powerful as it looked. If Star and Stripe assigns a rule to a living being that has a sense of self with New Order, the affected must also have the same sense of identity. She has to touch someone and include their name to make a rule, so if the name is wrong or if the person doesn’t identify that to be their name, New Order won’t work. Shigaraki survived the powerful rule because of All For One’s essence inside him. This one move would prove to be detrimental to Star and Stripe as it gave the villain all the information he needed on New Order. Star and Stripe vs. Shigaraki would continue in Episode 2. As per the My Hero Academia release plan, the next episode will be released on May 11, 2024. My Hero Academia Season 7 is streaming on Crunchyroll. For more My Hero Academia, check out how to watch My Hero Academia in order, is My Hero Academia Season 7 last season of the anime, and 5 things you should know about Season 7.

My Hero Academia’s ending stays true to its theme, but it’s still unsatisfying Kohei Horikoshi/BonesI was prepared to be sad when My Hero Academia finally wrapped up the story for good, but I didn’t expect to feel disappointed. When I first came across My Hero Academia, I didn’t consider it anything special. Sure, the Quirk system sounded fun and gave off the vibes of a typical battle-shonen from the start, but beyond that, it seemed like any other underdog story. However, I eventually changed my mind about the series. The more I saw it, the more intrigued I became. A big reason behind that is how likable (most of) its characters are. Even the villains are written so well that they come off as relatably human instead of pure evil. That’s why I had huge expectations for the story’s conclusion. I was convinced it’d be as spectacular as the rest of the story. And while I won’t call it a bad ending, it’s certainly an unsatisfying one. The beginning and the end The reason why My Hero Academia’s ending can’t be called horrible (or even unexpected) is because it stays true to its theme from start to finish. When the story began, it was clear the series’ message was that you didn’t need superpowers to become a hero. We follow Deku, a Quirkless boy who idolizes All Might and wants to be a hero like him. Though his bullies, especially Bakugo, mock his powerlessness, there’s true kindness and desire to help people inside him and that’s what really matters. At the end the series goes back to its beginning: Deku is Quirkless again and yet he still wants to help people, even if it’s only through guiding the next generation to their dreams. He may not be a hero professionally saving people, but he’s still the same kind Deku. And while that’s the message the author Kohei Horikoshi wanted to impart to his readers, it’s still undeniably depressing. Maybe he realized that, too, as at the end of Chapter 430, we see Deku finally achieving his dream of becoming a Pro Hero by using support gear. Lessons are fine – but to a point Despite how consistent the My Hero Academia ending is with its theme, it still left a bitter taste in my mouth. After following Deku’s journey for years, I didn’t want a moral lesson but a satisfying ending that pays off my emotional investment in the series. I’m sure I’m not the only one. Almost no one wanted Deku to end up a mediocre adult with a nine-to-five job when his dream was to become the next Symbol of Peace like his idol. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with a day job – that’s what most of us are doing, after all. But it certainly is bland in a world where people are blessed with superpowers, especially when the power Deku wielded was the strongest of all. However, the author wanted to go back to the beginning and make the story come full circle. It’s not a bad idea; Deku losing his Quirk to Shigaraki during the war was a stroke of genius, in my opinion. Because what he really needed to defeat Shigaraki and save Tenko from himself was not One For All, but his innate kindness and empathy. It also reinforced the message of how he became the greatest hero through his own ‘power’ and not because of his Quirk. But that’s where this whole lesson should’ve stopped. Stretching it out until the end is overkill, no matter how noble the moral of the story. When I found out Deku was left behind as a civilian when the rest of the Class 1-A students had all gone on to become Pro Heroes, I facepalmed. Because no matter how you try not to, you can’t help but see it as everyone being rewarded while the guy who did and sacrificed the most was left in the dust. And if I may say so, that’s not really a positive lesson to impart. Unexplored possibilities What stings the most is how many possibilities there were for the My Hero Academia ending, yet none of them were explored. Fans came up with all sorts of theories – some outrageous, some downright brilliant – on how Deku could get his Quirk back. From him receiving All For One from Shigaraki from their last encounter to the cycle of One For All beginning once again with Deku, we had some great plausible scenarios. Yet, what we got was the depressing reveal about how Deku has strayed away from his friends due to their different jobs. Very realistic; too realistic, in my opinion. It’s not at all what fans were hoping for when they stuck with the series for years. It’s almost like how we followed Daenarys’ quest for the Iron Throne for years, only for her to be killed in the end and the throne melted. What was the point then? (Game of Thrones’ ending is still worse than My Hero Academia, though). Even the last twist of Deku receiving high-tech armor and support gear from All Might and his friends doesn’t make up for the disappointment the entire chapter provides. We learn it’s funded by the Class 1-A students, especially Bakugo, and made by Mei and Melissa, presumably. That’s a nice touch, but hardly matters at this point. In the end, Deku does don the proverbial cape and becomes a Pro Hero, starting his journey to become the No. 1 Hero once again. But do we have the patience to follow his quest to the top again? I certainly don’t. For more on the superhero anime and manga, check out our rankings of the best My Hero Academia fights and best Quirks stolen by All For One.

My Hero Academia delivers perfect tribute to Akira Toriyama, and we’re crying again CrunchyrollTributes are continuing to arrive for Akira Toriyama, the late mangaka who created Dragon Ball. My Hero Academia has provided the latest, with a delightful nod in Vol 40 of the manga. My Hero Academia, like many other franchises, owes a large debt to Toriyama’s work. Not only did Goku and the Z Fighters have a big impact on shonen anime, but Dragon Ball Z’s popularity also paved the way for so many others to enjoy similar success. Many of the best anime today are capitalizing on our enduring love for the collected works of Dragon Ball. As such, they’ve been making reference to Toriyama’s death, and the recently published My Hero Academia Volume 40 contains another heartwarming nod. In the book, Prime All for One and All Might are squaring off in a stare down, with the words, “The End of an Era”, added. This is a direct reference to a similar image created by Toriyama, featuring Goku and Frieza. Honestly, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Toriyama’s work. His work is famously jovial, and Kōhei Horikoshi honors that with something that’s designed to put a smile on our face and remember the joy Toriayama inspired. So of course, I welled up looking at it, and I imagine you probably did too. Such is the presence Toriyama has in our lives. Check out our guides on how to watch Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z for where you can go back to the classic shows.

My Hero Academia translator reveals why superpowers are called quirks Bones / FunimationIn the massively popular anime My Hero Academia, superpowers are called ‘quirks.’ Now fans might have an answer why as a translator for the manga shed some light on the reasons behind the terminology. My Hero Academia has become one of the most popular anime properties in the world. The show’s story about a school that teaches the next generation of superheroes has connected with millions and become a cultural phenomena. However the series uses the term ‘quirk’ instead of superpowers, which has left some fans wondering why. Now, a translator for the manga has spoken out, and has given some insight to the reasons behind the name. My Hero Academia ‘quirks’ explained The story takes place in a world where humans have genetically developed to have super powers called quirks. However the main protagonist of the show, Izuku Midoriya, is born quirkless, but that changes when he meets the number one hero in the world, All Might, who passes on his power to him. Despite the show explosion in popularity, some fans have questioned why powers were called quirks. Especially since in the Japanese version the word used is ‘Kosei’ which roughly translates to ‘individuality.’ An official translator for the manga Caleb Cook spoke out on the issue by replying to a fan’s tweet on the subject. “Individuality is SEVEN syllables. Long words are death for English manga lettering (splicing everywhere), and this is a term being used over and over.” Not dunking on this person, but: -It’s punchy! “”Uniqueness”” is snoozeville, “”idiosyncrasy”” is a mouthful (six syllables) “”individuality”” is SEVEN syllables. Long words are death for English manga lettering (splicing everywhere), and this is a term being used over and over. pic.twitter.com/wBZJsy1CTK — Caleb Cook (@CDCubed) March 8, 2020 While the fan argued that quirk isn’t a common word, the translator pushed back.”Go ahead and Google “quirk”. You get an MHA-related hit in the top 5 results. I respectfully disagree.” Cook also did a deep dive into the story, and argued that series’ creator Kohei Horikoshi didn’t want to put emphasis on powers being “other-worldly,” but something that many had. “It was a deliberate, creative choice on his party to play it down with the more low-key ‘kosei.’” The manga translator then put his work into perspective for fans of the series. “There’s so much consideration that has to go into the seemingly smallest choices. A translated work is the sum product of thousands upon thousands of these decisions.” So it seems that while the word quirk is often seen as a “peculiar habit,” in the context of My Hero Academia it’s meant to be an extension of human behavior. Which makes sense, given most of the world has powers in the story. In fact, not having a power is seen as being out of the ordinary. If nothing else, the translator has given fans a peek into the insane depth that goes into words used in fiction.

Toga’s fate in My Hero Academia explained: Is she dead? Kohei Horikoshi/BonesToga Himiko is one of the major antagonists in My Hero Academia, but her fate has been left in question for a long time, making everyone wonder if she’s dead. The villains are as much a part of My Hero Academia as the heroes are. While we see Deku and co. work towards their dreams, we also learn what drove once innocent children to villainy. Toga, in particular, leaves a mark in our hearts with her backstory. Toga is the only major female villain in the story but she’s just as important as her male counterparts. Ever since she was first introduced, she’s been wreaking havoc. Over time, her role changed from a general nuisance to the heroes to Ochako’s personal antagonist. Toga’s last appearance in the manga was rather ambiguous. For the longest time, readers speculated about her fate as the My Hero Academia ending draws closer. Many believed she died while some thought she survived. The question is finally answered in My Hero Academia Chapter 429. Is Toga dead in My Hero Academia? Toga is dead in My Hero Academia. She died from blood loss. During the Final War, she faces Ochako in a drawn-out battle. The fight is not just physical, but also a philosophical battle between two teenage girls from opposite sides of society. It continues for a while before concluding in Chapter 395. In the fight, Ochako’s adversary is not just Toga but also the Twice clones she creates. However, the young hero surpasses herself here, experiencing Quirk Awakening for the first time and becoming one of the few characters to do so. While Ochako’s strengthened Quirk allows her to defeat the clones, she also receives heavy damage from them and Toga and is slowly bleeding out in the end. Still, her selfless empathy finally pays off as the villain comes to understand how wholly she’s accepted by the hero. This leads to Toga giving Ochako her own blood to save the hero’s life, sacrificing herself in the process. Chapter 429 finally confirms Toga dies that day on the battlefield, lying beside Ochako. Toga’s role in the Final War Toga plays a major role in the Final War. She not only serves as Ochako’s personal antagonist but also poses a threat to heroes all over the battlefield by creating endless Twice clones. When the war begins, Toga isolates Deku through a warp gate. She then proceeds to confess her love to him and is eventually rejected. But before their encounter can turn bloody, Ochako and Tsuyu intervene, allowing the One For All user to head to Shigaraki. However, Toga’s biggest contribution to the war is the rise of the Twice army, known as the ‘Sad Man’s Parade’. After ingesting Twice’s blood, she transforms into him for 30-40 minutes and uses his Quirk to create thousands of clones that spread chaos all over the battlefield. The clone army acts as one of the biggest obstacles to heroes through their sheer number. While heroes everywhere struggle to defeat them, Toga is faced by a determined Ochako. This leads to their much-anticipated fight starting in Chapter 382. While their fight ends on a heartbreaking note, it’s unknown to everyone but Ochako. As Chapter 429 reveals, while the cameras capture most of the fight, the last part of it – Toga’s sacrifice – isn’t recorded. This haunts Ochako for a long time before she finally confesses this to Deku. Find out what happened to All For One and Shigaraki and if Dabi is dead. You can also check out our guide on the major character deaths and our ranking of Class 1-A students.

My Hero Academia: The name of Deku’s new Quirk is staring us in the face Kohei Horikoshi/BonesWith one last smash (and some help from his friends), Deku has ended My Hero Academia’s Final War, but what’s next for our would-be hero? Well, with the war over and All For One finally defeated, it seems to us like series creator Kohei Horikoshi has some loose ends to tie up. I know people are excited to see the American heroes finally arrive (here’s hoping for that Koichi appearance), and I’ve no doubt the hero rankings are about to change, but that’s not what I’m talking about. No, what we really want to know is what Deku’s Quirk will be. Yes, I know he’s not got one right now, but come on. If you really think Horikoshi’s going to leave Deku powerless after his desperate battle with Shigiraki and All For One, then I can only presume you thought Naruto had really lost Kuruma forever and Ichigo’s Shinigami powers were permanently sealed away. What I’m saying is that shonen anime follow a recipe, and the hero ending up powerless isn’t on the ingredients list. My colleague has already written a convincing argument explaining the thematic reasons why Deku should get his powers back, so I won’t discuss that here. No, I’m going to try to predict what Deku’s new Quirk will be called, what it will do, and why it’s the perfect fit for our hero. All For One and One For All So here’s my bold forecast. Deku will get a new quirk called ‘All For One and One For All,’ which I envisage as a fusion of All For One and One For All. I know it’s a bit of a mouthful, but this is a world where people name their powers things like “Wooden Swords From His Hands” and take hero names like “Great Explosion Murder God Dynamight,” neither of which roll off the tongue. So why would Horikoshi give Deku this quirk? Well, I know that he loves Western media — he based My Hero Academia on Marvel and DC Comics, and his work makes plenty of allusions to films like Star Wars — but on at least one occasion, My Hero Academia has made passing reference to another classic story, The Three Musketeers. Back when the official My Hero Academia Twitter/X account was promoting World Heroes’ Mission, they released a series of images which, when combined, came together to show Bakugo, Deku, and Todoroki along with the caption, “He will meet the three musketeers.” And anyone with even a passing pop-culture knowledge will know that the motto of the Three Musketeers is “All For One and One For All.” More than a reference Is this just a coincidence? Possibly, but it’s impossible to deny that Horikoshi has some awareness of the Three Musketeers, and the opportunity to create a new quirk referencing the famous Frenchmen seems too good to miss. More than that, though, the manga has even foreshadowed the potential altruistic uses of All For One. In My Hero Academia Chapter 408, Yoichi Shigaraki describes All For One and its ability to give and take as having the potential to be the kindest quirk in the world. On paper, this doesn’t make a lot of sense, as robbing people of their quirks seems like a pretty evil thing to do, but we know a number of civilians (in particular mutants) struggle with powers ill-suited to their bodies. Giving Deku the ability to help people living with painful or embarrassing powers would make him much more than just another vigilante punching his way out of problems. He could genuinely help those like Spinner who feel their quirks isolate them from society. Finally, it would be a nice thematic touch to Deku’s story to give him the Quirks of both the greatest hero and greatest villain. After all, Deku’s ultimate goal wasn’t to punch the villains into submission but to save them — specifically Shigirkai. By acquiring the ‘All For One,’ Deku symbolically takes on the burden of the person he tried so hard to save while reinforcing My Hero Academia’s central message of using collective strength for the greater good. It would be poetic, then, to end the series with Deku using a reformed version of All For One, symbolizing a new kind of heroism that’s not just about saving the day with flashy powers but also focused on redemption… that, or he becomes My Hero Academia’s version of Batman. If you’re interested in learning more about Deku’s adventure, check out our guide to watching My Hero Academia in order. We’ve also got a list of the best superhero anime and the 10 best upcoming anime in 2024. That’s not all. We’ve also got individual articles breaking down everything you need to know about One Punch Man Season 3, Solo Levelling Season 2, and Demon Slayer Season 4.

My Hero Academia teases fans with Deku and Bakugo collaboration Kohei Horikoshi/BonesMy Hero Academia recently teased fans with a possible Deku and Bakugo collaboration in the special comics released for the manga’s grand success. Kohei Horikoshi’s famous shonen superhero manga My Hero Academia recently became one of the Weekly Shonen Jump’s best sellers with a sale of a staggering 100 million copies. To celebrate this milestone, the author released a bunch of special comics for every popular area in Japan. The special comics feature MHA characters interacting with each other about some specific locations in Japan. The small manga for Tokyo, in particular, caught the most attention of fans. The comic for Tokyo features the top three of the recent MHA popularity poll: Bakugo, Deku, and Todoroki. It’s not just the presence of the big three of MHA that catches the attention in the comic. Their interaction also reveals a possible Deku and Bakugo collaboration in the future that has fans hoping. In the panel of the Tokyo comic, Deku tells Bakugo that if they were to start a Hero agency someday in the future, Roppongi would be the best place for that since All Might also had his Hero agency in that area. Bakugo hilariously responds in his signature outburst that he doesn’t know because he hasn’t decided. Todoroki, ever curious and deadpan, asks the duo if they are planning to start a Hero agency together somewhere in the future. Though the panel is only created to celebrate the success of the manga, My Hero Academia fans are really excited about the possibility of a Deku and Bakugo collaborating in the future. As the protagonist and the deuteragonist, they share a special bond that has been a core part of the story ever since the beginning. The two opening a Hero agency together at the end would be the perfect conclusion to the story.

My Hero Academia studio is working on a mysterious new anime CrunchyrollStudio Bones, the outfit behind My Hero Academia and Bungo Stray Dogs, has something new on the horizon, and details are coming soon. Anime Expo 2024 is coming up, taking place July 4 to 7 in Los Angeles, and a wealth of franchises will have a presence. Oshi no Ko Season 2, Dandadan, and Blue Lock are just three anime shows we’ll be hearing more about over the weekend. On the schedule, though, one panel sounds particularly intriguing. Studio Bones and manga publisher Kodansha are hosting an event where they’ll reveal a new collaboration together. According to the listing on Anime Expo’s website, the two will not only announce the project, they’ve got a trailer to show off and some behind-the-scenes footage. Those in attendance will get some sort of gift, too! If you’re lucky enough to be going, the panel occurs on the expo’s first day, July 4. Kodansha is the company that gave us Attack on Titan among a wealth of other top-class manga. Since Kodansha publishes Weekly Shōnen Magazine, the possibilities for what this could be are incredibly wide. The company publishes numerous manga on a weekly basis, and practically all of them are candidates for adaptation. Nonetheless, it comes at the perfect time for Studio Bones. One of the animation house’s biggest anime, My Hero Academia, will be ending relatively soon, and newer productions, such as Sk8 the Infinity and Metallic Rouge, aren’t likely to achieve the same success. Even if this new show doesn’t rise up to Deku and Class 1-A’s pedigree, it should be another well-crafted bit of television, as Studio Bones has become known for. We have to wait until July to find out more. Check our upcoming anime list for more properties to keep an eye out for, and we have guides on Tower of God Season 2 and Solo Leveling Season 2 for more upcoming entertainment.

My Hero Academia star reveals how they want anime to end, and it’s so wholesome CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia is in the endgame, with only a few chapters of manga left. One of the biggest stars in the anime spoke to us about how they’d like the final act to go, and it’d be a perfect note to finish on. The My Hero Academia ending is coming very soon. The manga finishes in August, after returning with Chapter 428, and although the anime has more runway, that’ll be wrapping up in a season or two as well. We asked Daiki Yamashita, the actor behind Deku, how he wants the franchise to end at Anime Expo 2024. As you might expect from the voice of an icon of superhero anime, his response is cheerful and optimistic. “This is the fight to bring back everyone’s smile,” he told Dexerto. “What I personally wish, what would be wonderful, is that all of the heroes, including Deku, get all their smiles back. This is the fight to bring everyone’s smile back.” Things are pretty far away from that in the anime. The fight against Shigaraki and All For One kicked off in My Hero Academia Season 7, and so far, it’s been tough. Star and Stripe came in to help, but she didn’t last long against the villain. The narrative is pushing towards the inevitable fight of Deku taking on Shigaraki one-on-one, and no spoilers if you haven’t read the manga yet, but that’s a battle for the ages. My Hero Academia is in the middle of the epilogue right now before we get the final chapter in August. That’s going to be an emotional period, but luckily we have a new movie at the same time. My Hero Academia: You’re Next arrives in October in territories outside Japan. If you want to see what other major franchises are up to, we have guides on Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3.

Star and Stripe has one glaring flaw, according to My Hero Academia fans CrunchyrollStar and Stripe made her proper introduction in the first episode of My Hero Academia Season 7, and her powers have sparked debate about just how effective they are. Much of the anticipation around My Hero Academia Season 7 stemmed from seeing Star and Stripe in action. The number one Pro Hero from the United States, she was teased at the end of Season 6, as she arrived to help fight Shagaraki. An old friend of All Might’s — a connection that actually makes the My Hero Academia movies canon — Star and Stripe answers the call to action after it’s discovered that Shigaraki and All For One will be at full strength soon. Studio BONES rose to the occasion for their showdown, jumping straight in at the start of Season 7. Star and Stripe and Shigaraki are having an awesome battle so far, but anime viewers who’re unfamiliar with the manga are raising eyebrows about the former’s Quirk. With the power to bend reality through direct orders, Star and Stripe’s abilities throw any semblance of balance out of whack. “Star’s quirk is absolutely busted. It’s obvious that she was gonna be strong, she’s her country’s #1 hero after all, but reality manipulation is on a whole different realm of OP,” says a comment on Reddit. “A reality warping quirk feels quite broken, we’ve obviously had some quirks that were close to that (Overhaul, Momo etc with creation abilities do have somewhat of a limit), but just a verbal rule is crazy,” adds another. On the flipside, manga fans have been pointing to this sequence as being a bit ridiculous, to manage expectations. “When the manga readers were touting how broken Star’s quirk is, they were not kidding. Holy hell, no wonder she’s America’s number one,” another Redditor states. The danger now becomes how powerful the Quirk will be if Shigaraki steals it. Without giving away too much, you might have guessed Deku will be the one to finish this fight, and that puts Star and Stripe in a dangerous position. Only time will tell! Our guide to My Hero Academia: You’re Next will keep you informed on the next film in the franchise, as Season 7 progresses.

My Hero Academia should still reverse Deku’s biggest change Kohei Horikoshi/BonesAs My Hero Academia is ending soon, it should reverse the biggest change made to Deku before the manga wraps up. My Hero Academia is one of the best modern shonen has to offer and has been a fan favorite for a decade now. Written and illustrated by Kohei Horikoshi, the manga is among the most-read titles on Manga Plus and has a hugely successful anime adaptation. The manga debuted in 2014, but all good things must come to an end. With the Final War Arc drawing to a close, all that’s left is to wrap things up before the story finally ends for good. And what the epilogue needs is to undo the big change made to Deku: making him Quirkless again. After all this ordeal, he deserves to have his One For All back and fulfill his dream of becoming the greatest Pro Hero. Here’s our take on why Deku should get his Quirk back. Deku lost One For All There have been plenty of plot twists in My Hero Academia, but the one that came in the final stretch of the Final War was irrefutably the most shocking. After Shigaraki managed to steal the fourth One For All user, Shinomori, and his Quirk Danger Sense from Deku, the entire trajectory of the fight changed in the blink of an eye. Up until that point, One For All had been kept out of All For One’s reach but Shigaraki managing to steal a vestige meant the danger was too close for comfort. With this in mind, Kudo, the second One For All user, planned to forcibly transfer One For All and the past users’ vestiges onto Shigaraki. The plan was to destroy Shigaraki from within. Despite this meaning Deku would lose One For All and become Quirkless once again, the aspiring hero selflessly did just that. Deku losing his Quirk was important for his character arc While Deku losing his Quirk was heartbreaking, it was also necessary for his character arc. He started his journey as Izuku Midoriya, a Quirkless boy, dreaming of becoming the greatest hero like All Might. Even though he didn’t have a superpower, he had the wish and determination to save people and help society. Deku receiving One For All from All Might meant that he now had the means to fulfill his dream of becoming a hero. However, there was another aspect of his dream that didn’t require a special ability. Even without a Quirk, the young man never shied away from giving his all to save someone, as evident when he blindly tried to save Bakugo at the beginning of the story. This is the core of Deku’s character: being determined and selfless enough to jump into danger for others’ sake. Receiving One For All put him on the path to becoming the No. 1 Hero, but in reality, it was his strength of character that made him the world’s hope. With his Quirk, he was the strongest, but even without it, he had the heart of a hero. My Hero Academia Chapter 422 has a heartwarming scene where All Might reminisces about his first meeting with Deku and how the young man has been All Might’s greatest hero from the first time they met. The scene wonderfully captures the relationship between the two and the essence of being a hero. One doesn’t require a special ability to become the greatest hero; one just needs the wish to change the world for the better. This is the message My Hero Academia has been trying to impart all along, with All Might and Deku being the greatest examples, as they both started as Quirkless outcasts only to become the greatest heroes. So, Deku becoming Quirkless was depressing, but it was also a necessary callback to his origin. Before My Hero Academia ended, his arc needed to have this setback and remind the readers what the story is all about. The Final War has ended Deku might’ve given up his Quirk to save Shigaraki, but things didn’t go exactly as planned. When the connection between the two was established through One For All, the hero got to see the tragedy that turned Tenko Shimura into Tomura Shigaraki. Just as the fated foes came to understand each other, Shigaraki’s body was overtaken by All For One, the final boss of the series, while Deku lost his arms. His friends and allies managed to get him to heal his arms, but he no longer had One For All or any of the past users’ Quirks. All that was left was the embers of One For All within him, similar to All Might in Kamino. With only that in his arsenal, Deku landed a hit on All For One, awakening the vestiges of the past users and Shigaraki within the villain. And with that, Kudo’s plan was finally successful as the past users and Shigaraki destroyed All For One from within. Now that All For One was destroyed and Shigaraki was finally saved from his hatred by Deku, the Final War was over. It took My Hero Academia two years to conclude the war and the characters within it generations to finally get rid of All For One. The past One For All users have fulfilled their purpose What makes One For All the most special Quirk to ever exist is not only its transferable nature but also its ability to hold onto the past users’ will. Seven generations of users remained inside the Quirk for years with the sole purpose of defeating All For One. It all started with Yoichi’s regret of not being able to stop his brother’s evil tyranny. He died with that regret, having passed One For All to Kudo. From then on, every One For All user vowed to defeat the villain and sacrificed everything for it. The eighth user, All Might, almost completed this purpose, but even he couldn’t completely destroy All For One, leaving the task for the ninth user, Deku. But now that they have defeated All For One, they no longer have a purpose. In My Hero Academia Chapter 423, Yoichi hinted that after they destroyed All For One, the past users’ vestiges would all cease to exist, as stopping the villain was their salvation. Now, does that mean One For All would also cease to exist? That’s unclear, at least as of now. There could also be another possibility where the transferable Quirk remains, but the other Quirks belonging to the past users would vanish alongside their vestiges. In one of those scenarios, Deku gets his Quirk back but with a catch, while the other scenario brings him back to the starting point as a Quirkless individual once again. Deku should get One For All back The core of My Hero Academia is not a superhero with special abilities but an ordinary individual with extraordinary determination to change the world for the better. And Deku represents it perfectly. However, when everything’s said and done, the aspiring hero should still get One For All back by the My Hero Academia ending. There are plenty of reasons behind that. After all his selfless acts to defeat All For One and save society from collapsing, he should not end his journey without a fair chance of fulfilling his dream. At his heart, Deku is a hero and always has been. But in a superhuman society, one needs to have a superpower to be able to fight villains with horrifying powers. And no matter how strong his determination is, he cannot fight villains without a Quirk. All For One might’ve been the big bad villain of My Hero Academia, but his end doesn’t mean that evil will stop spreading. There will be more bad guys with more destructive ideas, and one cannot win every fight with morals and determination alone. So, Deku should get his Quirk back to be able to become the greatest hero not only in the eyes of All Might and his friends but the whole world. This will be the most satisfying legacy for both him and All Might. Another reason why the green-haired protagonist should get his Quirk back is because it was given to him by All Might. One For All was given to him as a token of the former Symbol of Peace’s belief in Deku and his dream. And there is nothing Deku loves and respects more than All Might. The Quirk was the first thread to connect them and strengthen their bond. To Deku, One For All is not just a Quirk or his means to achieve his dream. But to him, it’s a precious gift from All Might that he cherishes above all. Even when he had to give up One For All to Shigaraki for their plan, what made him hesitate wasn’t becoming Quirkless but giving away the priceless gift he received from his idol. His feelings make it absolutely necessary for him to get his beloved Quirk back. Last but not least, My Hero Academia is a shonen manga, and like every other manga from its genre, it’s expected to end on a positive note. Nobody wants to invest 10 years of their lives to follow a character’s journey, only for them to end up with nothing by the end. We have been going on this journey with Izuku Midoriya for a long time and want the best ending for him. Him losing One For All and ending up as a Quirkless person living a normal life while his friends all become Pro Heroes is the absolute worst ending we can imagine. My Hero Academia is a story of hope, and it should stay so until the very end. Deku getting One For All back and becoming the greatest hero in the epilogue is the best ending we can think of for My Hero Academia. Though this is what we want, what Kohei Horikoshi actually has in mind for Deku is still unknown. We’ll only get to know that when My Hero Academia Chapter 424 is released on June 2, 2024. Until the next chapter is released, check out My Hero Academia Season 7 as it’s streaming on Crunchyroll with three episodes released so far. Our My Hero Academia Season 7 episode schedule will help you with that, and we have a guide on My Hero Academia: You’re Next, the upcoming anime movie.

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My Hero Academia reveals obscene fact about Shigaraki that finally explains why he’s a villain CrunchyrollEvery villain has an origin story, and in the case of My Hero Academia, Shigaraki’s start really came from the first video game he ever played – at least, that’s what fans are choosing to believe. The My Hero Academia ending has come and gone, giving us an expectedly sweet conclusion to Kōhei Horikoshi’s manga. Since we saw the fate of Shigaraki, Deku, Class 1-A, and everyone else, we can look forward to seeing how the superhero anime handles their stories. Besides the anime show, we’ve got the new movie, My Hero Academia: You’re Next. As part of that release, Kohei answered some questions about the property, providing a detail about the antagonists that revealed a lot. When asked about Shigaraki’s favorite games, he revealed the villain used to be a multiplayer before switching gears. “He used to be into PvP but if he was taunted or got frustrated with teammates, he would break the monitor,” the mangaka stated. “So AFO suggested he play a different type of game. He seems to enjoy simulation games now.” Readers were quick to point out that it’s already canon that the character enjoyed League of Legends, and all this behavior lines up for Riot’s MOBA. “We know from the manga that he played League of Legends. That also explains his worldview,” one Redditor said. “If my first video game had been LoL I too would have thought eradicating humanity was the only way.” Of course, the change implies that AFO League was actually too distracting. “Even when he wanted to create an evil heartless Monster, AFO thought that playing League was a step too far,” another commenter stated. Speculation on what sim games he pivoted to comes down to two major releases: Animal Crossing or Stardew Valley. “Imagine AFO trying to find a way to blame hero society for Shigaraki losing a League of Legends match but Shiggy’s not buying it so AFO’s just like ‘f*ck it play some Animal Crossing instead,’” said one comment, while another added, “Shigiraki plays Stardew Valley.” So there you go, social and farm sims are for baddies, confirmed (sort of). If you’d like to ponder more about the storied franchise, we have guides on the most powerful Quirks and the best Quirks stolen by All For One.

Shigaraki isn’t actually the biggest killer in My Hero Academia CrunchyrollShigaraki and All For One may be My Hero Academia’s central baddies, but there’s one accomplishment they miss out on across the manga and anime. My Hero Academia Chapter 430 brings the entire story to a close. We see Deku and his fellow Class 1-A students for the last time in a touching epilogue from creator Kohei Horikoshi. The My Hero Academia ending has fans picking out particular details from throughout the narrative, and one that’s gotten traction is a slightly odd stat involving the baddies. Only one of them actually kills a main character, and it’s not Shigaraki. Overhaul has that particular blood on their hands, from taking out Nighteye, All Might’s former sidekick. Nighteye is killed in Chapter 161, during the Shie Hassaikai Arc (or Season 4, Episode 14 of the superhero anime). That’s the most prolific death on the side of the heroes – on-screen at least, as Midnight died off-screen. Shigaraki’s biggest kills are Gigantomachia and Stain, a pair of antagonists. “My Hero Academia is not really that big on killing off characters,” one Reddit comment states. “Grand Torino had an arm-sized hole punched through his torso. He somehow lived despite not serving the story in any way another character couldn’t have,” says another, pointing out the plot armor Kohei gives characters. If you look through the best My Hero Academia fights, you’ll find some heinous injuries, but almost no executions. Sure, Star and Stripe meets her end, but she was a one-off bit part. “Didn’t even last 10 chapters, had a (maybe) major impact but not even a major character in the slightest, everyone calls her a plot device,” a Redditor says of Star and Stripe, really placing her existence in context. Ultimately, Kohei’s work exists in league with the MCU. Villains die left and right, but meaningful deaths on the good side are few and far between. If you’d like to go deeper on the franchise, check out our guides to Deku’s father, Deku and Ochako, and the most powerful Quirks.

My Hero Academia Season 7: Why did All Might bring in Star and Stripe? CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 6 ended with Star and Stripe coming to Japan at All Might’s request. But why did All Might bring in Star and Stripe? My Hero Academia Season 7 has arrived. The premiere of the season carries on from the cliffhanger of a certain American hero. The arrival of Star and Stripe not only hints at an upcoming fight but also raises the question behind her involvement. Star and Stripe is America’s No. 1 Pro Hero. Her real name is Cathleen Bates. As a child, she and her family were caught in the middle of a villain attack. They were saved by All Might who was still a student at that time. Awed by All Might, she vowed to become a hero just like him. America’s No. 1 hero coming to aid Japan could change the tide of the upcoming war. But there’s a more immediate reason why All Might brought Star and Stripe into My Hero Academia. Why did All Might bring in Star and Stripe in My Hero Academia? All Might brought in Star and Stripe to stop the completion of the vessel process between All For One and Tomura Shigaraki. There are only three days left before the completion of the vessel process is finished, meaning All For One will have total control over Shigaraki’s body. In Season 6, All Might encountered the Hero Killer Stain. The former villain gave All Might the information he found on the Tartarus break. The information turned out to be radio waves that looked like a conversation. From it, All Might and Tsukauchi successfully inferred that it would take three more days before All For One completely takes over Shigaraki’s body. With danger so imminent, he requested other countries to spare their top Pro Heroes to deal with Shigaraki and All For One. While No. 1 Heroes of other countries couldn’t come straight away because of hesitation from their governments, America’s Star and Stripe didn’t wait for anyone’s approval and left on her own. After facing Shigaraki and the League of Villains during the Paranormal Liberation Arc, it became clear that Japan was in no position to handle Shigaraki. All major Pro Heroes, including Hawks, Endeavor, Aizawa, and Best Jeanist are injured and unable to fight the baddie. Thus, All Might needed to ask for help from other countries. As a huge fan of All Might, Star and Stripe is determined to take out the threat of Shigaraki and All For One. She’s one of the strongest Pro Heroes in the world and her Quirk, New Order is one of the most complex and overpowered Quirks in the series. In My Hero Academia Season 7, Star and Stripe will come face to face with Tomura Shigaraki, leading to a grand battle that should be intense and visually amazing. It will also serve as a demonstration of just how strong Tomura has gotten and how he uses the multiple Quirks in his arsenal. My Hero Academia is having one of the best years since its debut. The seventh season of the anime will be airing in Spring 2024 along with other releases like Demon Slayer Season 4, Kaiju No 8, and Black Butler: Public School Arc. There is also an anime movie, My Hero Academia: You’re Next, releasing this year.

My Hero Academia Season 7: What manga chapters are adapted? Kohei Horikoshi/BonesMy Hero Academia Season 7 has made its grand debut, so check out what manga chapters this season will adapt. 2024 is a delight for My Hero Academia fans as the anime show has returned with a new season and an upcoming movie. The series has long taken a dark turn, and the new season will continue with Deku and the heroes struggling against the villains. My Hero Academia continues with the next phase of the Final Act. It follows Izuku Midoriya, the young heroes of Class 1-A, and the surviving heroes in a final battle against the villains to end the struggle once and for all. My Hero Academia aired four special recap episodes early this year, catching fans up on how Deku and the other heroes felt over the previous six seasons of the anime. Since the Paramount War began, Japan has faced tragedy after tragedy, including the fall of the safe society. However, there’s worse to come as the villains continue with their evil plan to ruin the society. My Hero Academia Season 7 debuted on May 4, 2024. What manga chapters are adapted in My Hero Academia Season 7? My Hero Academia Season 7 will include the Star and Stripe Arc (Chapters 329–334), the U.A. Traitor Arc (Chapters 335–342), and the Final War Arc, which is still ongoing. My Hero Academia Season 7 begins with America’s Star and Stripe and her military comrades defying their orders to help Japan. The country is in shambles as a result of Tomura Shigaraki, All For One, and the criminals running around freely. However, All For One, who is currently hiding with Spinner, is planning to steal Star’s Quirk, which will aid his goal of world domination. Meanwhile, the U.A. Traitor Arc will feature the surviving Heroes preparing for the last battle to eliminate All For One, Tomura Shigaraki, and the League of Villains/Paranormal Liberation Front once and for all. However, things take a turn for the worse when a traitor appears. My Hero Academia Season 7 is available on Crunchyroll. The series is officially available in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS. You can also check out our guide to My Hero Academia: You’re Next to keep you updated on the next film in the franchise as Season 7 progresses. The film has yet to announce a global release date. However, we should get a worldwide release shortly after You’re Next comes out in Japan.

My Hero Academia shares perfect tribute to fan-favorite character’s death CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 just delivered a shocking twist, and both the show and fans are paying tribute to a character who became altogether short-lived as a result. Warning: spoilers ahead! The seventh season of My Hero Academia kicked off in epic fashion, with Star and Stripe arriving to help out our protagonists by challenging Shigaraki and All For One. The number one hero in the USA, inspired by none other than All Might, Star and Stripe swiftly answered a call for aid in handling the villain, getting straight into the stray for an awesome battle. A powerful entity in her own right, Star and Stripe gave All For One plenty to worry about, removing the air around him, and causing quite a headache thanks to her squadron of jets. Alas, manga readers knew where this was going. Sadly, Star and Stripe doesn’t last too long, and after two episodes, All For One gets the upper hand and kills her. The anime marked her demise with a delightfully American graphic, thanking her for her service, and fans have responded in kind. Replies to the image are multiple memes of people saluting the American icon for standing up for the world in the face of indomitable evil. There are even references to Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum in Independence Day, since their characters in the disaster film know a thing or two about fighter jets and suicide missions. If Star and Stripe had to go down, at least she’s done so in a blaze of glory, with fans around the world remembering her sacrifice. Deku and his friends will need to hold onto her courage, since they have plenty more story to go. Season 7 will move into the U.A. Traitor Arc next, before we head towards the big showdown with Shigaraki. Who’ll be left standing? Only one way to find out, and when it happens, expect an American flag to be held high somewhere in the distance. Check out our guides on if My Hero Academia Season 7 is the final season, and what manga chapters My Hero Academia Season 7 adapts for more on the current episodes.

My Hero Academia Season 7 trailer has everyone celebrating the same thing TOHOMy Hero Academia is about to return, so we’re getting the usual slew of trailers and promotional material. The latest teaser has sparked some fanfare, since it gave us a first listen to the new opening song, and it’s a banger. Things are about to step up a notch in My Hero Academia, as Season 7 takes us further into the Final Act Saga. Deku and Shigaraki’s big battle is coming in the anime show, as well as reckoning for heroes as an institution. This constitutes some gravitas, and in the new trailer, all fans have been talking about is the awesome opening for the seventh season. The tune is called ‘Tagatame’ by TK, from the band Ling Tosite Sigure, and it’s a graceful, emotive rock song that’s truly an earworm. “The OP song absolutely rocks, and cannot wait to hear the full version… I re-watched the trailer to listen the song,” one fan stated on Reddit. “I’m going to need them to slide the OP’s full version because GOD DAMN,” added another commenter. My Hero Academia has changed themes each season, often also rolling out another opening and closing song midway through each set of episodes. These songs have contributed to the series being regarded as one of the best anime series, since they capture the energy of what’s going on so well. For instance, ‘Peace Sign’ in Season 2 is a more upbeat piece, demonstrating the energetic vibe of the sports festival, whereas Season 5’s ending theme, ‘Ashiato -Footprints-‘, reminds us of happier days in light of Shigaraki’s rise happening in the show. ‘Tagatame’ will surely reflect a more sullen energy for Season 7, even if temporarily. Alongside the music, the acting performances have fans talking as well, since we have some real tension among All Might, Deku, and Shigaraki. “Hearing all the voice actors going in so hard is damn hype,” commented one user. Check out our list of the best short anime if you need a stopgap while we wait for the Season 7 premiere.

My Hero Academia Season 7 uses manga scene fans have been waiting 18 months for CrunchyrollThe My Hero Academia anime is adapting some of the biggest moments from the manga right now, but one scene in the latest episode has left viewers surprised. The My Hero Academia ending occurred over the summer, but the anime show is still going strong. Season 7 has been depicting the first half of the great battle against Shigaraki and All For One, with Deku and Class 1-A facing down the big bad. Many heroes and villains take a swing at the antagonist, including Tokoyami, whose Dark Shadow Quirk has the potential to cause Ragnarok and create a real headache for any adversary. We don’t quite get that far, but a hilarious scene from the manga gets adapted all the same. In the moment, Tokoyami is shown a vision of Hawks, his icon. This leads to a flood of emotion that manifests as heart-vision for Hawks and an incredible reaction shot from Tokoyami that’s just prime for memes in years to come. “Shout out to the hilarious moment where Camie’s Hawks illusion made Tokoyami freak out,” one Redditor observed. “Speaking of Tokoyami, he is once again showing how OP Dark Shadow is when he has enough darkness to really cut loose. Also loved the cute shot of baby Tokoyami and Dark Shadow.” This was the general reaction, as people enjoyed seeing both sides of the blackbird-headed hero. “The Tokoyami live reaction panel made it into the anime! 18 months in the making!” another comment says. “The MVP of this episode was Tokoyami. First, I love that they animated THAT panel of him and his Light of Baldur move was awesome as hell,” another adds. The episode finishes on Dark Shadow going for Shigaraki, so we’ll see the fallout next week – the perfect kind of cliffhanger for a superhero anime. Check out our guide to My Hero Academia: You’re Next while we wait to see what’s coming.

My Hero Academia: 5 things you should know about Season 7 CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 has finally made its debut, but here are the five things you should know before watching. My Hero Academia Season 7 is one of the most highly-anticipated anime series of Spring 2024. The season commences with Star and Stripe entering Japan along with her military comrades. After seeing the disastrous situation due to Tomura Shigaraki, All For One, and the criminals running around freely, she defies orders to help the heroes. As for the one causing all this chaos, All For One; he is hiding in a secret cave along with Spinner. He wants to steal Star’s Quirk, which will be useful in his plans for world domination. Additionally, Endeavor, Hawks, and Best Jeanist prepare to meet with Star. However, they receive word that Shigaraki, riding on a flying Nomu, has already intercepted her. The two clash and Star reveals her Quirk, “New Order,” which allows her to change the laws of whatever or anybody she touches, as well as disclose how All Might inspired her. Since My Hero Academia Season 7 has now premiered, here are the five things you need to know. 5. The story gets darker this season If you think you’ve seen the worst of My Hero Academia, think again. The story, which is already intense, will only become darker in Season 7. The devastating Paranormal Liberation War has significantly reduced the number of Pro Heroes. Things finally take a turn for the better with Star and Stripe, but it won’t last long. Even so, the top heroes Endeavor, Hawks, and Best Jeanist are ready to face the approaching threats. However, the villains are not going to back down easily. 4. You can watch recap specials before My Hero Academia Season 7 Before Season 7 kicked off, My Hero Academia aired four special recap episodes earlier in 2024, catching fans up on how Deku and the other heroes felt over the previous six seasons of the anime. These four recap specials aired on April 6, 13, 20, and 27 in Japan, highlighting the previous seasons. However, these specials aren’t just a compilation of old footage, as they feature new scenes. The new additions focus on Shigaraki, who thinks he’ll never be at peace as long as people remember All Might. While Deku and Shigaraki will be at the forefront of Season 7, new characters like Star and Stripe will make significant contributions to the war for Hero Society’s future. 3. My Hero Acadamia Season 7 is adapting three manga arcs The new season will include the Star and Stripe Arc (Chapters 329–334), the U.A. Traitor Arc (Chapters 335–342), and the Final War Arc, which is ongoing. The season kicks off with Star and Stripe’s arrival as she will fight Shigaraki head-on. However, it’d be trouble if All For One’s plan to steal her quirk succeeds. Meanwhile, the U.A. Traitor Arc reveals one of the shocking moments as U.A. students and staff members are betrayed by one of their own. Neither of these arcs have a lot of chapters, but the season will also debut with the Final War Arc. 2. The influence of Vestiges The Vestiges of One For All are some of history’s greatest heroes, influencing both heroes and villains. Their presence highlights the complexities of Quirk inheritance and its implications on the current conflict. My Hero Academia Season 7 promises a deeper exploration of the show’s complex tapestry of characters and concepts as it nears its finale. With each discovery, the stakes rise, preparing us for a dramatic finish. 1. The U.A. traitor reveal was already foreshadowed The faculty at U.A. High School considered the possibility of a traitor after the League of Villains attacked the U.S.J. The students from Class 1-A were supposed to continue with their regular hero studies, but no one expected the villains to invade such a high-security establishment. They were targeting All Might, who was supposed to teach the very same day but changed plans at the last minute. As such, it was proven that the villains had further knowledge of the class schedule to pull off a stunt like that. Season 7 will prove that the traitor was close to them all this time. To know more on the show, check out our guide to the My Hero Academia Season 7 episode schedule and release plan. You can also check out our guide to My Hero Academia: You’re Next to keep you updated on the franchise’s upcoming new movie. We’ve yet to hear a global release date, but watch this space.

My Hero Academia Season 7 tease puts All Might front and center CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 is getting closer, and a new key visual for the upcoming episodes includes several heroes, with the ever-reliable All Might in the middle. My Hero Academia has truly become one of the most reliable anime going. With a fourth movie on the way and the seventh season due in just a few months, we’re all in for the long haul on Deku’s continued adventures defending humanity with his friends. After the climax of Season 6 introducing Star and Stripe, America’s top hero, and teasing the return of All For One, the premiere of Season 7 can’t come soon enough. Thanks to the new visual, we can gather All Might is still involved, just without his hero attire. My Hero Academia Season 7 visual reveals All Might and other heroes The My Hero Academia website revealed a new key visual on February 12, showing All Might and six other heroes. To his left, Hawks, Aizawa, and Mirko, and to his right, we have Endeavor, Best Jeanist, and Edgeshot. They’re all in costume except All Might, who’s wearing a loose-fitting black tie suit. The caricatures are straight-forward, bar Mirko, who has a prosthetic foot, making it clear her injury is carrying through the show. My Hero Academia Season 7 kicks off on May 4, so we can expect more teases. Hopefully the next one has Deku and his pals Shoto and Dynamight.

Is My Hero Academia Season 7 streaming? How to watch the anime show CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 is about to debut after the long wait. But how can you watch the anime and where is it streaming? My Hero Academia is one of the best anime currently running (and a perfect anime for beginners). Based on the manga by Kohei Horikoshi, the series is celebrating its ten year anniversary in 2024. What better way to celebrate than with new episodes? Horikoshi’s manga got its anime adaptation in 2016 by the animation studio, Bones. Following the huge success of the anime, it went on to get six more seasons. Not only that but the series also resulted in several hit anime movies. My Hero Academia Season 7 will adapt the Star and Stripe Arc, U.A. Traitor Arc, and dip into the ongoing Final War Arc of the manga. There will be plenty of groundbreaking fights and heartfelt character developments. With so much to look forward to, let’s find out where to stream MHA Season 7. When can you stream My Hero Academia Season 7? The first episode of My Hero Academia Season 7 starts streaming on Crunchyroll on May 4, 2:30am PST/5:30am EST. Episodes release on the platform weekly, the same day as they air in Japan. MHA Season 7 got a different treatment than any of its predecessors. While the highly anticipated anime upcoming anime officially starts from May 4, four pre-release episodes, known as My Hero Academia: Memories summarizing the story are already available on Crunchyroll, and Netflix from April 6. The episode count for My Hero Academia Season 7 hasn’t been announced yet. But taking the previous seasons as examples, it can be safely assumed that the seventh season will also have 25 episodes. The episodes could all air weekly, or can be divided into two cours, with a gap between two halves of the season. Every season of My Hero Academia as well as the first movie of the franchise are streaming on Crunchyroll. However, it can vary depending on the streaming platforms’ libraries for different countries. In the United States, the first six seasons of My Hero Academia are available in both subbed and dubbed versions on Crunchyroll and Netflix. Is My Hero Academia Season 7 on Netflix? No, My Hero Academia Season 7 isn’t available on Netflix. The first six seasons are streaming on the service in the US, and the seventh likely won’t join until it’s finished airing. Is My Hero Academia Season 7 worth watching? My Hero Academia Season 7 kicks off the most important as well as the most intense arc of the manda, the Final War Arc. Season 7 is expected to be the best season of the anime and is absolutely worth watching. My Hero Academia Season 7 is one of the best upcoming anime in 2024. The season will pick up where the last season left off, with America’s No. 1 Hero Star and Stripe coming to Japan to deal with the Shigaraki problem. However, both are in for an intense battle that will be one of the highlights of the season. From the hero side, the long-awaited revelation of U.A’s traitor will finally happen in My Hero Academia Season 7. There has been a lot of speculation about the traitor and anime-only viewers will surely be shocked by the reveal. The most anticipated part of the season is the start of the Final War between the heroes and villains. All For One is hellbent on getting One For All while Shigaraki just wants to destroy everything. The main characters will each have to face their own demons, too. Though it’s clear that the season won’t adapt the entirety of the arc, since it’s still ongoing, fans can still expect to see some high-octane action My Hero Academia Season 7 is one of the anime premiering in Spring 2024. This anime season also has several other big releases like Demon Slayer Season 4, Kaiju No 8, Black Butler: Public School Arc, and some other underrated anime.

My Hero Academia Season 7 release window leaked Studio BonesChristmas has come early for My Hero Academia fans, because we finally have some news on Season 7, with the release window leaking online. There’s been significant speculation from My Hero Academia fans about the status of the Season 7. Following the anime’s immensely successful sixth season, which saw the manga’s brutal Paranormal Liberation War Arc brought to life. Towards the end of Season 6, the Hero Society has all but crumbled after an all-out war between the heroes and villains. But fans were left on a cliff-hanger, wondering what would happen to Deku and his friends next. Now the wait for fans is over, thanks to an unexpected leak on Twitter. Let’s take a look. My Hero Academia Season 7 release window revealed My Hero Academia Season 7 is expected to debut in April 2024. On December 6, 2023, well-known My Hero Academia fan account and spoiler leaker @DabisPoleDance revealed on Twitter that My Hero Academia Season 7 will start broadcasting in April 2024. This news hasn’t been officially confirmed yet. But fans speculate that the announcement could occur during Jump Festa 2024. Which is scheduled to take place in just over a week on December 16 and 17. This news means that My Hero Academia’s Season 7 will join the many popular series we’re expected to see next year. This includes Kingdom Season 5, Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War part 3, and Blue Lock: Episode Nagi. What will happen in My Hero Academia Season 7? Season 7 should pick up exactly where Season 6 ended. Based on the events in the manga, America’s best hero, Star and Stripe, will arrive to help Deku in his fight against All For One. However, things will go from bad to worse for Deku. The Star and Stripe arc will be followed by the U.A. Traitor arc as Deku finds out someone is leaking information to his greatest enemy. Jump Festa 2024 More news about My Hero Academia should arrive during Jump Festa 2024. Back in November 2023, My Hero Academia released key visuals to celebrate the series participation at Jump Festa 2024. The anime will take the main stage at Jump Festa, alongside other popular series such as One Piece, Spy x Family and Chainsaw Man. This has led fans to believe that we will be getting significant news. We don’t know what this news could be yet. However, speculation online suggests it could include potential plot details, key visuals and the confirmation of the release window. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out more of our My Hero Academia coverage here. And our anime coverage here. Please note that if you click on a product link on this page we may earn a small affiliate commission.

My Hero Academia Season 7 preview images tease battle between brothers in Episode 7 Kohei Horikoshi/BonesThe preview images of the upcoming My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 7 tease the long-awaited battle between Shoto and Dabi. My Hero Academia anime finally entered the Final War Arc in Season 7. It’s the longest and most important arc of the series, given it’s also the final one. So, every fight in the following episodes will be more intense and more significant to the story. One fight fans have been anticipating for a long time is between estranged brothers Shoto and Dabi, aka Toya Todoroki. Shoto is an aspiring hero while Dabi is a mass-murderer and a member of the League of Villains. Not just that, but he’s also holding grudges against his family, particularly Endeavor and Shoto. Dabi’s identity was an open secret in My Hero Academia for a long time. But it was finally confirmed during the Paranormal Liberation Arc. In a countrywide broadcast, the villain revealed he’s Endeavor’s son and detailed the horrible trauma he received from his father. Dabi also carries a deep grudge against Shoto who was the perfect child Endeavor craved. And though Shoto was also abused and traumatized by the current number one hero, Dabi has no sympathy for him, only hatred. So, Shoto and his fight in My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 7 is guaranteed to be an emotionally charged battle. This clash will also play a significant role in both their character arcs. Aside from this, the upcoming episode will also feature important scenes with Deku, Ochako, and Toga Himiko, and show more of Shigaraki’s rampage. Episode 7 is titled ‘Inflation’ and will be released on June 15, 2024, on Crunchyroll. For more on the superhero anime, find out which manga chapters My Hero Academia Season 7 adapts, if My Hero Academia Season 7 is the anime’s final season, and how many My Hero Academia movies there are.

My Hero Academia Season 7 preview has fans dreading the next episode Kohei Horikoshi/BonesFans are bracing themselves for the good cry next week after seeing Bakugo fight Shigaraki in the My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 11 preview. The upcoming episode will be one of best and saddest episodes of My Hero Academia. Titled ‘Light Fades to Rain’, the episode will adapt Chapters 359 to 362 of the manga. (The title is actually derived from Chapter 362.) All four chapters are some of the most emotional in the series. These focus on Bakugo’s desperate battle against Shigaraki. Though Best Jeanist and Mirko are there to assist him, the villain plans to use the Explosion user to lure Deku. Bakugo, despite his best attempts, can’t keep up with Shigaraki. The villain has gotten too strong after receiving All For One. Fortunately, the Big Three of U.A. – Mirio, Tamaki, and Nejire – arrive to fight him. (Warning: Spoilers ahead!) What follows is an intense battle between the heroes and the villain. But Shigaraki is still too powerful for the group. However, even when Bakugo has overexerted his Quirk and his entire body is aching, he keeps fighting. It all comes to a startling halt when it’s revealed Shigaraki has pierced through the young hero’s heart, killing him. It’s a scene that’ll make anyone bawl their eyes out. But the sadder part comes before, when a hurt Bakugo wonders if he can still keep up with Deku. He then has a vision where he’s standing in front of All Might’s vestige. He admits how he was a punk during their meeting. But under it all, he badly wanted the number one hero’s autograph on his All Might card, the same one Deku and he had as children. The heartbreaking scene then shows the card lying beside Bakugo’s fallen body. So, fans are right to dread the upcoming My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 11. “ARE WE REALLY GETTING IT NEXT WEEK?” commented an already distraught fan on X/Twitter. “THE WORLD IS GONNA GO SILENT,” wrote another, with a third sarcastically joining, “Thanks for giving us a preview about your friend’s death, Deku.” Another fan had another kind of dread altogether as they commented, “Just for them to adapt it terribly, lets go!” Don’t forget to catch My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 11 on July 20 on Crunchyroll. And for more on the superhero anime, check out our guide on the manga’s ending and find out which questions My Hero Academia needs to answer before it ends.

My Hero Academia Season 7 reveals awesome connection to Tokyo Ghoul CrunchyrollAs we finally gear up for My Hero Academia Season 7, the anime has revealed a cool connection with acclaimed franchise Tokyo Ghoul. Things are really heating up for My Hero Academia right now. The manga is getting closer and closer to Deku facing Shigaraki in the ultimate battle of good vs. evil, the One For All quirk against the All For One. Though a little behind, the anime is now in the Final Saga as well, introducing Dark Deku and other elements that create a real sense of foreboding. We’re coming up on the premiere of My Hero Academia Season 7, and Studio Bones has revealed who’s doing the new opening. Not only is it a good choice, it’s one that bridges Deku’s journey with Ken Kaneki’s from Tokyo Ghoul. My Hero Academia Season 7 opening theme is being performed by TK It’s been revealed that My Hero Academia Season 7’s opening will be scored by TK, the musician by the first theme for Tokyo Ghoul, as well as the Japanese theme song for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. We don’t yet have a name for the song TK has contributed, but the pedigree is there. Songs of his have appeared on Chainsaw Man and Code Geass, and he contributed music to Magic: The Gathering. In other words, if you know your anime shows or collectible card games, you’re likely familiar with his work. Previously, My Hero Academia used rock bands such as Uverworld and Porno Graffitti for opening themes, so TK is in great company in that respect as well. As in all things to do with Pro Heroes, I trust Studio Bones implicitly. On top of the upcoming seventh season, My Hero Academia: You’re Next is due to arrive this summer. This is the fourth movie in the franchise, and after World Heroes’ Mission, so 2024 is going to be a good year to be a hero!

My Hero Academia Season 7 new visual has everyone obsessed Kohei Horikoshi/BonesThe new key visual for My Hero Academia Season 7 just dropped, and fans already can’t get over it. Back with its seventh season, My Hero Academia debuted earlier this year as a part of the spring 2024 line-up. As one of the most highly anticipated anime of the year, it has a lot of eyes turned to it. Especially because it’s adapting the long-awaited Final War Arc. The Final War Arc is the longest and the final arc of the manga. As such, the plot reaches its peak here, putting the biggest conflicts in the forefront before the story resolves them. And one conflict that’s been festering for too long is the Todoroki family drama. The bad blood between the family has been a focus of the story for some time now. After Dabi’s declaration during the Paranormal Liberation Arc, viewers have been waiting for the villain to clash against his father and brother in a fated fight. The anticipated battle between brothers has finally come in My Hero Academia Season 7. The seventh episode of this season, titled ‘Inflation’, featured Dabi and Shoto clashing against each other. But before their fight is in full swing, the villain will reveal how Toya Todoroki survived and became Dabi. This is a crucial point in the story and the anime show commemorates it by releasing a new key visual. The poster is designed by Noriko Morishima, a key animator of the anime. She’s also previously worked on past seasons and all of the My Hero Academia movies. In the beautifully designed visual, Shoto is seen using his dual powers while facing his maniacally laughing brother. Under Dabi is an All Might statue, signifying the former symbol of peace’s passive role in Endeavor’s obsession. The newly unveiled poster also promotes My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 8, in which Dabi’s past will be revealed. The episode, titled ‘Two Flashfires’, will release on June 22, 2024. Fans are pretty charmed with the new visual, calling it “peak”. They also have high hopes for the upcoming episode, given the special promotion it’s receiving. One X user tweeted, “BONES IS COOKING,” and another joined, “BEST FIGHT INCOMING LET’S GOOOOOOOOOOOO.” A third commented on Reddit, “Nice. There’s still some meat on that Studio Bones, heck, you put in the Todorokis, some cool blue fire and baby, you got a stew going,” with a fourth agreeing, “Next episode is going to be hype.” Episode 8 will be up on Crunchyroll the next Saturday. Before that, know the superhero anime a little better with our guides on the best Quirks stolen by All For One and My Hero Academia anime’s final season. You might also like to know about My Hero Academia: You’re Next, one of the upcoming anime movies in 2024.

My Hero Academia Season 7 makes movies canon in perfect way CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia kicked off Season 7 in epic fashion, jumping right into the fight between Star and Stripe and Shigaraki. But there’s a lowkey connection to the movies that’s the real highlight. My Hero Academia Season 7 is a landmark moment for the anime show. We’re pushing towards the Final War Arc, as part of the Final Act Saga. In other words, sadly, one of the best anime will be ending soon. But not without a bang, in the form of the multi-tiered fight against Shigaraki and All For One. Star and Stripe has first go, being called in by All Might, and her entrance involved a stroll down memory lane that fans will find intriguing. She reveals, en-route to help Japan’s heroes, that All Might was a huge influence after saving her during a family vacation. We then get a flashback to a younger All Might intervening during a robbery, and a wide-eyed Star and Stripe becoming an instant fan. It’s a cute moment, but viewers who’re familiar with the My Hero Academia films will recognize a deeper meaning. This is the same scene that plays out at the start of My Hero Academia: Two Heroes, the first movie in the franchise. Though an innocuous connection on paper, My Hero Academia just made the associated films canon in a way we haven’t seen before, and rarely encounter in anime franchises. Often, the movies are merely spin-offs, and until now, you could say that about My Hero Academia. Not any more though — it’s all canon, and we might just get more nods down the line too. My Hero Academia You’re Next just got a lot more interesting this summer!

My Hero Academia reveals Attack on Titan connection in major Season 7 change CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia has announced details of the upcoming dub of Season 7, revealing a big change for the anime involving talent that helped bring Attack on Titan, Dragon Ball Z, and One Punch Man to our screens. Crunchyroll has revealed that My Hero Academia Season 7 English-language dub will premiere on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Although many of the stars are returning, such as Justin Briner, Eric Vale, and Kyle Hebert, one who isn’t is voice director Colleen Clinkenbeard. After orchestrating the dub of the previous six seasons, Clinkenbeard has had to step aside, ushering in Mike McFarland to oversee the anime show. Although the change is sudden, My Hero Academia remains in good hands, as McFarland has handled ADR in a wealth of the best anime, working on franchises such as One Punch Man, One Piece, YuYu Hakusho, and Attack on Titan. McFarland has had minor roles in My Hero Academia as well, something he acknowledged in a post on X/Twitter. “I’ve been there as Ojiro and Ectoplasm, but I promise to Go Beyond Plus Ultra to continue the great work Colleen Clinkenbeard & the whole cast & crew have put into this!” he says. It’s a pivotal time for the franchise, as the anime is on the verge of starting the Final War Arc. Star and Stripe has been and gone, the U.A. Traitor Arc starts soon, then it’ll be the final battle between Deku and Shigaraki. McFarland has his work cut out for him, but going by his previous credits, it should be an incredibly entertaining. Check out our guides on the My Hero Academia Season 7 schedule, things you should know before watching My Hero Academia Season 7, and why My Hero Academia is ending.

My Hero Academia Season 7 is as long as Season 6 — but there’s a catch CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 is about to arrive, and this one’s going to be big since it kicks off the Final Act Saga. Thankfully, it won’t be any shorter than previous seasons, but you’ll still need to be patient. My Hero Academia Season 7 kicks off in May, and it promises some real drama. We have the evolution of Dark Deku and the gradual spiral towards his climactic bout with Shigaraki. Then, there’s Star and Stripe, the US hero who’s arrived to shake things up in the anime show for the heroes we love. It’s been confirmed that My Hero Academia Season 7 will continue the trend of having 25 episodes, however this time around there’s a small caveat: it’s coming in two cours. So, the season will be in two chunks, one starting in May, the other with an unknown release window. This was revealed by leaker Sugoi Bingus on X/Twitter. They note in replies the plan for putting out the two cours hasn’t been revealed yet, so there’s hope they could be consecutive. However, it’s important to note that’s frequently not the case. Solo Leveling is about to enter a hiatus before Cour 2. Attack on Titan’s final season had three cours split over months, and fans have been waiting since July 2023 for the second cour of the Nier Automata anime. Of course, great animation takes time, and what’s most important is that the crew at Studio Bones are given the space and support to create the show in a way that’s healthy allows for goof work-life balance. Whatever the case, we have the premiere in May to look forward to. Likewise, there’s the new anime movie in July, My Hero Academia: You’re Next, as well.

My Hero Academia Season 7 gets release date with official trailer TOHO AnimationMy Hero Academia fandom have been highly anticipating news on the anime’s return. Now, after a long wait, we finally have a release date for Season 7 of the series, as well as an official trailer. Over the years, My Hero Academia has made a name for itself in the anime community. The anime series is known for its vibrant colors as well as its intense and lengthy battles. The series reached its peak after the legendary fight between All For One and All Might, and since then, the anime has given us several other unforgettable moments. My Hero Academia anime got much darker with season 6 — thanks to Shigaraki and AFO finally making their ultimate move against the heroes. On the other hand, manga fans are witnessing the final saga of the story as the heroes gather against AFO. Anime-only MHA fans are still oblivious to the events that’ll be featured in Season 7, but they’ll soon witness the darkness of Horikoshi’s story when the next season hits the screens next year. My Hero Academia Season 7 release date confirmed by Studio Bones At Jump Festa 2024, Studio Bones confirmed that Season 7 of My Hero Academia will premiere with its first episode on May 4, 2023. That wasn’t the only surprise for MHA fans, as the release date announcement was accompanied by a fancy, flamboyant trailer. The trailer gave us a good look at all the main characters, including Deku and All Might. We can see the destruction the Villains caused to the city, pushing heroes to the edge. The World’s greatest hero, All Might, can be seen giving a speech to his students to motivate everyone for the coming fight. On top of that, we can see a glimpse of Shigaraki’s backstory, which will surely make our eyes teary. However, the trailer’s major highlight was the appearance of Star and Stripe, America’s greatest hero. It would be interesting to see her finally going against All For One. Studio Bones hasn’t revealed the official episode count for Season 7, but judging from the previous seasons, we can expect the next season to feature around 24 episodes. Regardless, we’ll hopefully get more information about the episode count as we get closer to the season’s release. How to watch Crunchyroll from outside your location in 2023 Crunchyroll is the world’s best hub for streaming anime, whether it’s One Piece, Attack on Titan, or Jujutsu Kaisen – and thanks to ExpressVPN, you can access the platform’s full library even if you’re outside the US. If you’re abroad, here’s what you need to do to access Crunchyroll’s full selection – and it really is this simple: Sign up for ExpressVPN, which has ultra-fast servers and offers a secure, private connection wherever you are in the world. – Connect to a location anywhere in the US; Express VPN allows you to choose from 24 different spots, from New Jersey to Santa Monica. – Visit Crunchyroll online and start streaming all of your favorite animes – and perhaps some you’ve never watched. – Accessing Crunchyroll’s US roster makes a difference; for example, Hong Kong users only have access to less than 100 titles, while the US has nearly 1,000 movies and TV shows. You can also stream anime on Crunchyroll for free with an ad-supported plan, or you can pay for a subscription – there’s even a 14-day free trial if you can’t quite make up your mind. You can check out our other anime coverage here.

My Hero Academia Season 7 gives fan-favorite villain “incredible” comeback CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 has covered a number of major manga scenes thus far, but one of the most underrated just occurred in Episode 16. As far as the primo superhero anime goes, My Hero Academia Season 7 has been spectacular. From the opening battle between Shigaraki and Star and Stripe to now, Bones has truly outdone itself in terms of adapting Kohei Horikoshi’s manga. Episode 16 had yet more moments manga readers were looking forward to, particularly the on-screen return of Gentle, whom we last saw during Season 4. He makes a stylish entrance, as you’d expect, for what marks the beginning of his redemption arc, and viewers are taken aback by his moment. “THEY GAVE GENTLE THE SAUCE! Rightfully so, drink up king,” says one Reddit user. “I’ve been looking forward to this episode all season. Tears running down my face because of Gentle. I’m so glad that his return was given the weight it deserved,” another says. Gentle’s Quirk allows him to manipulate any object as if it’s made of elastic, creating a lot of opportunities for real visual flare. He comes back with Nagant, as part of a villainous cavalry who want to stand against Shigaraki and All For One. “The fact that Gentle Criminal of all characters got such a well-directed and well-animated hero moment was god damn incredible,” a third fan states. We’re heading towards the home stretch for Deku and Class 1-A, who are about to enter the final battle against All For One and Shigaraki. The My Hero Academia ending came this summer, and although we know how it’ll all conclude, it’s about seeing what Bones does with the material. Everything seems to be in safer hands than ever. Check out our guide to My Hero Academia: You’re Next to learn about the upcoming new movie in the franchise as well.

My Hero Academia Season 7 full episode count ‘revealed’ by Blu-ray release Kohei Horikoshi/BonesThe upcoming Blu-ray release of My Hero Academia Season 7 appears to have revealed how many episodes the ongoing season will have. My Hero Academia Season 7 recently premiered on May 4, 2024 as a part of the Spring 2024 season. The new season picks up from where the previous season left off, with Star and Stripe coming to Japan to defeat Tomura Shigaraki. Initially, there was no confirmation about the My Hero Academia Season 7 episode count. The previous seasons of My Hero Academia all had 25 episodes, with the exception of the first season which only had 13 episodes. Given this, many expected My Hero Academia Season 7 to also have 25 episodes, though nothing was confirmed. However, the official Blu-ray release of the new season reveals that My Hero Academia Season 7 will have 21 episodes. The four episodes from Memories are excluded from this count. The first episode of My Hero Academia Season 7 is listed as Episode 139 and the final episode of this season will purportedly be Episode 159. It’s still unknown whether the 21 episodes will be released in two cours or every week through to the finale. The official website of My Hero Academia reveals that the Blu-ray copies of the Season 7 will be released in three volumes. The first volume will contain Episodes 1 to 7 i.e. Episodes 139 to 145 from the whole MHA episode count, with a total duration of approximately 166 minutes. The second volume will have Episodes 8 to 14 of the seventh season and Episodes 146 to 152 from overall. The duration is the same as the first volume. Volume 3 will cover the rest of the episodes of the season: Episodes 15 to 21 (Episodes 153 to 159). The three volumes of the MHA Season 7 Blu-rays will be released this year on July 17, October 16, and December 18 respectively. Having 21 episodes will make My Hero Academia Season 7 the second shortest season of the anime. This season is particularly important, as it will lead to the final battle of the story. Season 7 will adapt the Star and Stripe Arc, the U.A. Traitor Arc, and the first part of the Final War Arc of the manga. If My Hero Academia Season 7 is aired continuously and without any hiatus in the middle, then the anime can be expected to conclude on September 21, 2024. However, things will be different if the season is divided into two cours and released separately. The first two episodes of My Hero Academia Season 7 are currently streaming on Crunchyroll. Along with the new season, you might also enjoy our guides on the My Hero Academia Season 7 manga chapters, and if My Hero Academia Season 7 is the final season.

Crunchyroll reveals exactly when My Hero Academia Season 7 starts streaming CrunchyrollWe’re only a few weeks away from the premiere of My Hero Academia Season 7, and Crunchyroll has revealed exactly when fans can check out the new episodes. My Hero Academia is about to have a bumper year. Not only is the anime show entering its seventh season, but we have a new anime movie as well, My Hero Academia: You’re Next, coming in the summer. It’s a glorious time to be a fan of Deku and Class 1-A in their exploits to save the world over and over. Crunchyroll will host the new episodes as they come out weekly, and the platform will do so soon after they air in Japan too. Crunchyroll has revealed that My Hero Academia Season 7 episodes will stream on Saturdays at 2:30am PST weekly, starting May 4. So, if you want to see them as they’re available, you’ll want to be a night owl. Otherwise, there’s always checking them out on Sunday morning, first thing. This is slightly more convenient for British viewers, since they can watch the episodes at 10:30am. New My Hero Academia is a perfect accompaniment to breakfast! The same time is being used for the upcoming recap episodes, starting on April 6. We expect My Hero Academia Season 7 to have 25 episodes, like the previous five seasons. So, the weekends are going to look very heroic for quite some time! The season and new film will overlap if this is the case as well, which is very exciting. Check out our Demon Slayer Season 4 and Tower of God Season 2 guides to see what other top shows are coming this year.

My Hero Academia Season 7 release schedule explained – when is Episode 18 out? CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 is approaching the end. So, here’s the schedule and release plan so you never miss an episode. My Hero Academia Season 7 is heading into its final few episodes now, as America’s top hero arrives in Japan. America’s Star and Stripe and her military comrades defy orders to help Japan after seeing the situation turn from bad to worse. The country is in shambles due to Tomura Shigaraki, All For One, and the criminals running around freely. Additionally, All For One, who is currently hiding with Spinner, is planning to steal Star’s Quirk, which will aid his goal of world domination. As My Hero Academia Season 7 continues, we’ve broken down the schedule so far so you can stay right up to date on Deku on the small screen. When is My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 18 out? My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 18 is out on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Crunchyroll has the episodes mere hours after they air in Japan, allowing viewers worldwide to share in the war against Shigaraki and All For One. A mid-season break was announced after Episode 9, on June 29. My Hero Academia Season 7 Part 2 kicked off with Episode 10 on July 13. Another break happened later the same month, for the Olympics, delaying Episode 12 to August 3, with another delay to Episode 13 to August 17. My Hero Academia Season 7 episode release dates: Episode 1: In the Nick of Time! A Big-Time Maverick from the West – May 4, 2024 – Episode 2: Specter – May 11, 2024 – Episode 3: Villain – May 18, 2024 – Episode 4: The Story of How We All Became Heroes – May 25, 2024 – Episode 5: Let You Down – June 1, 2024 – Episode 6: Division – June 8, 2024 – Episode 7: Inflation – June 15, 2024 – Episode 8: Two Flashfires – June 22, 2024 – Episode 9: Extras – June 29, 2024 – Episode 10: Wounded Hero, Burning Bright and True!! – July 13, 2024 – Episode 11: Light Fades to Rain – July 20, 2024 – Episode 12: Those Who Defend, Those Who Violate – August 3, 2024 – Episode 13: A Chain of Events, Across the Ages – August 17, 2024 – Episode 14: Together with Shoji – August 24, 2024 – Episode 15: Butterfly Effect – August 31, 2024 – Episode 16: The Chain Thus Far – September 7, 2024 – Episode 17: Hopes – September 14, 2024 – Episode 18 – September 21, 2024 – Episode 19 – September 28, 2024 – Episode 20 – October 5, 2024 – Episode 21 – October 12, 2024 – What time are new episodes released? My Hero Academia Season 7 episodes are released on Crunchyroll at 2:30 am PST/5:30 am EST. Crunchyroll will have the episodes in multiple territories, so you just need to find the time that’s relevant to you. My Hero Academia Season 7 episodes release at the following times: 2:30 am Pacific Standard Time – 4:30 am Central Time – 5:30 am Eastern Time Zone – 10:30 am Greenwich Mean Time – 3:00 pm Indian Standard Time – 7:30 pm Australia Eastern Standard Time – Before Season 7 kicked off, My Hero Academia aired four special recap episodes earlier this year, catching fans up on how Deku and the other heroes felt over the previous six seasons of the anime. You can stream them on Crunchyroll. The latest season is officially available in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS. How many episodes are in My Hero Academia Season 7? My Hero Academia Season 7 has 21 episodes. This was revealed thanks to a Blu-ray listing for the new season. Season 7 is slightly shorter than the 25 episodes of the previous five seasons, but ahead of the 16 episodes in Season 1. This could be an arbitrary decision, or might have a deeper meaning for Season 8. We’ll let you know as we find out more! To know more about My Hero Academia Season 7, check out the manga chapters getting adapted this season. You can also check out our guide to My Hero Academia: You’re Next to keep you updated on the next film in the franchise as Season 7 progresses. The film has not announced a global release date, but we’ll keep you informed. If you want updates on manga, you can also check these 6 manga that can replace Jujutsu Kaisen in your life.

My Hero Academia fans discover unlikely The Boys cameo in anime CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia fans are convinced they’ve spotted The Boys’ Homelander in Season 7 Episode 16. Last week’s My Hero Academia Season 7 episode was amazing for a lot of reasons. From the sleek animation to the jaw-dropping color scheme, not to mention the return of beloved former villains Gentle Criminal and La Brava, it had a lot going for it. Amidst so many great things, viewers have discovered an unlikely cameo by The Boys‘ Homelander. In one of the ground scenes, we see Class 1-B’s Komori, aka Shemage, looking ahead in horror. There are three more heroes in the background, including one with blond hair, a blue suit, and a signature red cape. Judging from the unknown character’s appearance, viewers are convinced it’s Homelander, who’s somehow landed in another superhero world. The idea is pretty fun, especially with the jokes fans are making about this. “Bro spent 2 minutes in a world with real heroes and villains and realized he’s not built for this,” wrote one X user, commenting on the unnamed hero’s facial expression. “Bro came to solo the verse saw rewinding all for one and sh*t himself,” joked another. “Bro’s realizing he’s not built for this and flies off back to America to drink milk,” joined a third on Reddit. “Did Homelander get isekai-d by truck-kun or something,” added one fan, referring to the frequently used isekai trope. “He thought he could be the next number 1 hero in the MHA world. Now he’s regretting everything,” mocked one more. One user (sort of) defended the Supe and commented: “To be fair, Homelander is still pretty strong. He probably is stronger than 50% of the Heroes in MHA. But what is also true: even some students would beat the sh*t Out of him. And against the top heroes or some members of the League of Villains? Homelander is not even close.” Whether it was really Homelander or not likely won’t be confirmed. But the jokes are enough to provide a clearer look at what a possible My Hero Academia x The Boys crossover in the future. While you enjoy the anime show, don’t forget to catch up with the manga. Check out our explainers on the My Hero Academia ending and Deku and Ochako’s relationship.

My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 12 is delayed – here’s why CrunchyrollAnime fans are going to be very disappointed next week as My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 12 has been delayed, meaning we’ll have to wait to see the aftermath of Bakugo’s death. Adapting the Final War Arc, My Hero Academia Season 7 is leaving no stone unturned in wowing viewers. Delivering one great episode after another, it just made us all ugly-cry with Shigaraki killing Bakugo in Episode 11. However, the weekly schedule is coming to a halt next week. And it’s for a very good reason, even if we can’t help but be a little disappointed. For those of you who don’t know, the 2024 Summer Olympics are starting on July 26. This time the grand multi-sport event is being held in Paris and is sure to give some of the most exhilarating sports moments like it did in the past. The event will continue until August 11. It’s no secret that the Olympics is one of the biggest events in the world. As such, it’s a priority for most broadcasters in the world. Thus, every other show will have to take a step back for the Olympics broadcast, including My Hero Academia. However, My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 12 will arrive a week after the delay. The episode will be released on Saturday, August 3, 2024. It’ll also air at the same time as before and will be available on Crunchyroll. But if you’re too impatient to see what happens next, you can always catch up with the manga, especially since it is ending in just two more chapters. In fact, after you enjoy My Hero Academia Season 7 Episode 12 on August 3, you can check out the manga’s ending on August 5. Until then, check out our guides on the major character deaths in the series and the best Quirks stolen by All For One. You can also find out if All For One and Shigaraki are dead.

My Hero Academia Season 7 leaves fans “devastated” with latest twist CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 depicted a major event in Episode 11, one that’s knocked viewers for six as the final battle against Shigaraki and All For One takes shape. My Hero Academia Season 7 contains some of the biggest moments in the superhero anime to date. Opening with Star and Stripe’s intervention against Shigaraki, episodes so far have been high-octane as the villain clocks up victories. Episode 11 delivered a massive blow, as Bakugo bit the dust fighting the antagonist. In a fight scene for the ages, fans have been left reeling in a way My Hero Academia is especially good at. “I’m devastated, that was so well done, thought it was enough just to get the Year 2 Big 3 get their moment to shine, but maaan they did another spectacular moment with Bakugo,” one fan says on Reddit. “Obviously great fight scene but the tenderness of that All Might moment was so perfect, he might be the best display of writing a character that can grow.” Other viewers are in agreement. “What an excellent episode, the scene with all might and Bakugo really got me. And I couldn’t believe when Lemillion showed up. Such a great character, and he got Shigiraki right in the feels,” another fan adds. “I think I’m still in denial. Goddamn. The vision scene of Bakugo and yellow mist All Might was so emotional,” another user states. One of the major arcs of My Hero Academia covers Bakugo’s growth from a slightly envious and hot-tempered bully of Deku into a more level-headed hero. He represents how people can grow and change when shown real kindness and given the chance. As such, him getting leveled truly hurts, and Studio Bones handled the scene perfectly. To make matters worse, Season 7 Episode 12 is delayed, so we all just have to sit with these feelings before seeing what happens next. For more from the franchise, check out our guides on My Hero Academia You’re Next, the My Hero Academia ending, and Chapter 428.

My Hero Academia Season 7 ending with a “f**king hype” battle Kohei Horikoshi/BonesMy Hero Academia Season 7 will be finishing soon, but not before featuring a “f**king hype” battle in the finale. One of the best anime of 2024, My Hero Academia Season 7 has surpassed expectations with its brilliant adaptation and jaw-dropping animation. It’s very important to the story, too, as it’s the penultimate season of the franchise. The seventh season adapts the last three arcs of the manga, ending with the Final War Arc. It’s listed for 21 episodes. So far, 14 of them have been aired, covering several significant incidents like Shoto vs. Dabi, Heroes vs. All For One, and Bakugo’s ‘death’. Before the season ends, there are still a few left to cover. Episode 15 will show Present Mic’s clash against Kurogiri, leading to his wake-up at U.A. The next episode will focus on Gentle Criminal and Lady Nagant’s returns, followed by Hawks and others’ fight against All For One in Episodes 17 and 18. This means the last three episodes of My Hero Academia Season 7 will be devoted to some of the best fights in the series. Episode 19 will conclude the Todoroki family’s storyline in the war, ending with Dabi’s defeat. The next episode will be about Ochako’s battle against Toga, featuring the Death Man’s Parade and the hero’s Quirk Awakening. That means the final episode of Season 7 will see the long-anticipated fight between All For One and Iron Might (All Might in armor). The rematch between the old nemesis is one of the best moments in the series, and fans are waiting with bated breath to see it on the screen. One wrote on Reddit, “Would be f**king hype.” “This moment was so f**king outstanding. Straight up ‘Oh yeah, All Might’s just as much of a lunatic as Midoriya, in case you hadn’t figured that out,’” joined another. “Ending the episode on the panel where All Might stares down AFO while holding the suitcase would be so hype,” weighed in a third. While viewers are excited to see this match animated, they’re also wondering about the future of the series. After All Might’s battle, there are only three more important incidents left in the arc, which may not be enough for an entire season. “Dumb question, but is there really enough content left for one season after that? Like OFA vs All Might and then finale with Shigaraki vs Deku and immediately ending,” asked one user. Another added: “Idk there would be enough stuff after that for a full-blown season, wasn’t this fight the last one shown before Deku beat Shiggy?” What comes after My Hero Academia Season 7 will be revealed after the finale. Until then, check out our explainer on the My Hero Academia ending. You might also like our rankings of Class 1-A students and the most powerful Quirks.

My Hero Academia announces mid-season break, Season 7 Part 2 coming soon CrunchyrollMy Hero Academia Season 7 has been jam-packed so far, and now we’re getting a breather, with the announcement of a brief stop between episodes. It’s a big year for My Hero Academia. We have Season 7 taking one of the best anime to new heights, My Hero Academia: You’re Next in July, and the manga ending in August. As the seventh season continued releasing, there were some rumors that it’ll come out in two parts. Now, on the back of Episode 9, it’s been confirmed that My Hero Academia Season 7 is indeed split into cours. In an official post on Twitter, it was announced that Episode 9 was the ending of Cour 1, and My Hero Academia Season 7 Cour 2 would start on Saturday, July 13, 2024. No reason is given for the gap, but that’s not unusual. Often, this is for production purposes, to allow animators time to make keep quality consistent. My Hero Academia has long seasons, and the seventh is only three episodes off the norm at 21. That’s a lot of television to produce, and weekly turnaround can be tricky. Fans are receptive and respectful of the choice. “I’ll be sitting upright in front of the TV waiting for the next episode,” says one comment. “I’m relieved that there are at least two parts. Every episode is amazing,” another adds. “The second cour starts in two weeks, I’m excited for many reasons, I’m looking forward to it,” another fan states. My Hero Academia will avoid clashing with Anime Expo next weekend, and some major premieres as Oshi no Ko Season 2 and Tower of God Season 2 begin that week. They can kick off without competition, before they all start vying for your time and energy. The summer season will be a good one! Check out our upcoming anime list for other releases to be aware of.

My Hero Academia Season 6 release date announced CrunchyrollAfter months of waiting, My Hero Academia Season 6 finally has a release date for fans to look forward to. My Hero Academia, the anime based on the manga by Kohei Horikoshi, is finally getting its sixth season. Season 5 took the world by storm; its first episode had just under 150,000 viewers, which according to My Anime List, made it their most-watched TV premiere of all time. Fans have been waiting for months for any release date news after Season 5 OVAs and an epic trailer were released. My Hero Academia Season 6 release date revealed Finally, we have a date for the sixth season: it will premiere on October 1. This news was revealed by the official My Hero Academia twitter account, which features a poster for the new season, featuring all its significant characters. What will happen in My Hero Academia Season 6? The sixth season will continue the story of Izuku Midoriya, aka Deku, as he studies how to become the world’s greatest superhero. Following the manga of the same name that it’s based on, Season 5 ended with the beginning of the Paranormal Liberation War Arc, and it seems like Season 6 is going to continue that story. The trailer for the season showcases both pro-heroes and the villainous Paranormal Liberation Front (PLF) facing off in a citywide battle. The final shot in the trailer features Shigaraki looking particularly ominous, hinting at how he is growing in power and becoming one of the most fearsome villains in all of My Hero Academia. Both old and new faces also appear in the trailer, so it seems like fans have a lot to look forward to. Where can I watch My Hero Academia? My Hero Academia will be available weekly on Crunchyroll, though the first episode will premiere at the Ultra Event Hero Festival on July 24 in Japan. For those who can’t make it to Japan, October 1 may seem far away, but fans can definitely expect a season that is worth waiting for. My Hero Academia Season 5 is still available to watch – both dubbed and subbed – on Crunchyroll.

My Hero Academia Season 5 announcement could come sooner than you think Bones / FunimationAs My Hero Academia barrels towards the last half of the season four, a panel for the show at Anime Japan in March fuels speculation that fans might get an announcement for the fifth season sooner than imagined. My Hero Academia originally made its debut as a manga in the iconic Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine in 2014, but exploded in popularity with its 2016 anime adaptation by Studio Bones. The series is currently in its fourth season arc, and has recently passed the halfway point of its 25 episode order, however an announcement that the show will be at the Anime Japan convention in March has stirred up season five speculation. My Hero Academia Season 5 AnimeJapan is having its annual convention in Tokyo this year, and runs from March 21-23. The event is a major showcase for Japanese animation studios to promote their works to attendees. According to ComicBook, My Hero Academia will be holding a panel on the final day of the festivities, and it will include the actors that portray Deku, Bakugo, and Todoroki among others. Read More: Demon Slayer Shinobu cosplay is a viral hit – Traditionally, announcements are tied to the finale of the current season, and while a date for it hasn’t been officially revealed, based off the current release schedule it should be around the end of March or at the beginning of April which puts it around the time of this panel. Though it’s easy to speculate that something will get revealed at the panel due to the importance of the event and given how close it is to the finale, it should be noted it would be breaking tradition with past announcements. Seasons two through four have all been announced in Weekly Shōnen Jump right before the finale, and confirmed as the final episode airs, which makes it more likely it will get its reveal in the magazine. Despite the current arc not even being currently finished, fans are always eager to hear what is next for their favorite heroes, and who knows, maybe the popular series will try something different this year. Only time will tell what Studio Bones’ plans are for the fifth season, but one thing that’s clear is that they have grown the anime series into one of the most popular brands in the world, so more episodes are a given. My Hero Academia is currently entering its final half of season four, and can be watched on Funimation and Crunchyroll.

My Hero Academia foreshadowed League of Villains’ “sad” fate and nobody noticed Kohei Horikoshi/BonesMy Hero Academia Season 7 already foreshadowed the tragic fates of the League of Villains members, and it’s small enough to have missed your attention. Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia manga ended on August 4, 2024, concluding a ten-year-long story. Along with learning how the Class 1-A students turn up in the future, we also find out what happened to the series’ main villains. But now that we know their fates, we can recognize the clever foreshadowing in the My Hero Academia anime. In Season 7’s second ending song, ‘Rokutōsei’ by Zarame, we see a moment where all four main League of Villains members are floating. Out of the four, only Spinner has his eyes open while Shigaraki, Dabi, and Toga appear to be sleeping. The ending was first released with Episode 10, which came out on July 13. At that time we didn’t know what it meant, but now it’s clear in hindsight. By the manga’s ending, only Spinner survives out of the four main members. Shigaraki and Toga are confirmed to be dead in the epilogue while Dabi is shown to be fatally wounded and counting his days till his death. As Chapter 430 begins with an eight-year time skip, it’s safe to say that Dabi is also dead by the end. This detail makes the ending song’s “sad” moment more meaningful. As one user commented on Reddit, “Damn, they really go sneaky with the “show don’t tell” details or foreshadowing.” “Toya died as well. He just died after making peace with who he is and what he has done and accomplished,” joined another. “You can feel sorry for somebody while still acknowledging they did horrendous things,” wrote a third, referring to how viewers sympathize with the villains despite their crimes. Now that we know what’s waiting for us at the end, keep an eye out for more such foreshadowing. If you want to know more about the finale, find out if Deku and Ochako end up together and if Deku’s dad ever shows up.

My Hero Academia: 20 best Quirks stolen by All For One Kohei Horikoshi/BonesAs one of the primary antagonists of My Hero Academia, what makes All For One so dangerous is his ability to steal any and all Quirks. Here are the best 20 Quirks stolen by All For One. My Hero Academia is one of the most popular shonen series out there, beloved by fans for great world-building, and even better characters. The manga and superhero anime are set in a universe where 80% of the population are born with a super power known as Quirk. All For One is the main antagonist of the franchise, and with his ability to steal Quirks from others, he’s got hundreds of them at his disposal. Even after his consciousness was transferred inside Tomura Shigaraki, All For One continued to steal useful Quirks from others. Since both All For One and Shigaraki have stolen so many Quirks, we’re choosing the most important and useful abilities used by them throughout the story. So, without further ado, let’s discuss the 20 best Quirks All For One has stolen. (Warning: The following list contains spoilers from the manga.) 20. Mole Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 5, Episode 22 All For One stole a lot of Quirks throughout his long life. Though some of them seem random, the villain proves again and again that he stole each one with purpose. An example of this is his stolen Mole Quirk. Mole gives the user some useful mole-like features like claws and protruding spines. All For One gave this Quirk to Gigantomachia for the huge villain to hide underground. Gigantomachia is seen using Mole during the Meta Liberation Army Arc. 19. Air Walk Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 3, Episode 10 Air Walk is a straightforward Quirk and its name practically describes its use. This Quirk allows the user to walk mid-air, making its use quite similar to Nana Shimura’s Float. All For One gave Air Walk to Lady Nagant to aid her in capturing Deku. This is one of the Quirks that we see used by multiple characters. The first was All For One, who stole it from the original owner and used it against All Might in Kamino. Later it was used by Lady Nagant in Season 6 Episode 20 during the Dark Hero Arc. 18. Bloodcurdle Who did it belong to? Stain, aka: Chizome Akaguro When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 401 This Quirk originally belonged to the infamous criminal, the Hero Killer: Stain. All For One steals it from him during the Final War after killing him. The villain later uses this Quirk on All Might during their fight. Bloodcurdle allows the user to temporarily paralyze their target after ingesting their blood. It is proven to be very dangerous during Stain’s fight against Deku, Shoto, and Iida. 17. Warping Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 3, Episode 9 This is one of the most useful Quirks in All For One’s arsenal. Warping allows the user to produce dark liquid that creates portals anywhere they want. It is very similar to Kurogiri’s Warp Gate, though inferior in nature. All For One used Warping multiple times in the story to teleport the Nomu and the Paranormal Liberation Army. However, despite its usefulness, Warping can only be used on people with whom the user has a strong connection. 16. Wing Who did it belong to? A Near High-End Nomu When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 7, Episode 2 While Shigaraki doesn’t steal as many Quirks as his master, he has his fair share. Wing is one of Quirks that he steals on his own. Originally belonging to an unknown person, Wing was given to a Near High-End Nomu and was later stolen by Shigaraki. Wing gives the user a pair of black wings they can use to fly. The Quirk was first seen in Season 6 Episode 15 and stolen by Shigaraki during his fight against Star and Stripe. 15. Forced Quirk Activation Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 3, Episode 10 There’s nobody who knows about Quirks as much as All For One does. After living for a century and stealing countless Quirks, the villain knows which ones will be most useful to him, and the Forced Quirk Activation is a useful one indeed. This Quirk allows the user to forcefully activate the target’s Quirk against the target’s will. It is a dangerous power made all the more lethal when used together with Rivet Stab. All For One uses this Quirk twice during the Kamino incident and later in the war in Chapter 401. 14. Rivet Stab Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 3, Episode 10 One of the most functional Quirks stolen by All For One, Rivet Stab is used to produce strong black tendrils from the user’s fingertips and even the whole body. The tendrils have red veins running through them and can be used to stab or capture anything. Rivet Stab is used by both All For One and Shigaraki. All For One demonstrated the unlethal side of this Quirk when he used it together with Forced Quirk Activation in Kamino. Later, Shigaraki used it against Deku. 13. Air Cannon Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 3, Episode 10 Air Cannon is a versatile Quirk that can be used for both offense and defense. All For One stole it at some point from an unknown person and used it as his primary attack for a long time. It’s later used by Shigaraki. With Air Cannon, the user can produce powerful bursts pressurized air from their palms. Coupled with other Quirks like Springlike Limbs and Radio Waves, it can be very useful in battles. 12. Radio Waves Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 295 This is a Quirk stolen by All For One and used by both him and Shigaraki. The original owner of Radio Waves is unknown, however, it proves very useful for both the villains. Thanks to this Quirk, the user can emit electromagnetic waves that can disrupt electronic communicators and any other appliances. When All For One is captured and kept in the underground prison Tartarus, he uses this Quirk to summon Nomus to break him out. Shigaraki also uses this Quirk, pairing it with Air Cannon to destroy the communicators of the Pro Heroes. 11. Unnamed spatial distortion Quirk Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 380 Despite not having an official name, this Quirk is quite powerful and used by All For One on two very important occasions. It allows the user to manipulate a certain range of space around them in a way that can be lethal when aimed at a target. All For One used this Quirk when he seemingly killed Hawks. Prior to this, he killed Yoichi and took away his hand with the spatial distortion Quirk, as shown in Chapter 408. 10. Impure Beam Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 385 One of the strongest Quirks owned by All For One, Impure Beam is a force to be reckoned with. It allows the user to release a destructive beam of light capable of demolishing everything in its path. The villain easily blew away Gigantomachia and Tokoyami’s Light of Baldur. Despite being among the more powerful Quirks stolen by All For One, Impure Beam also has a significant disadvantage. The Quirk is so strong that even the user’s body cannot contain the backlash, as seen when All For One’s arm was destroyed after using it. 9. Spearlike Bones Who did it belong to? All For One and Yoichi Shigaraki’s mother When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 407 This is the first Quirk stolen by All For One in the manga. Spearlike Bones was the Quirk of All For One and Yoichi’s mother. After she died giving birth to them, All For One stole it from her and later passed it to at least one person. This Quirk allows the user to produce hardened spear-like growths protruding from their body. At some point in the past, All For One reacquired this Quirk and used it against All Might in Kamino. 8. Life Force Who did it belong to? Dr. Kyudai Garaki When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 6, Chapter 4 Only one Quirk in My Hero Academia is successfully cloned, and this feat is performed by none other than the evil scientist Dr. Kyudai Garaki. He duplicated his Quirk, Life Force, and gave the original to All For One, keeping the clone for himself. The very name of this Quirk explains its usage. Life Force causes the user to age slower and doubles their lifespan. Thanks to this Quirk, All For One has lived over a century. 7. Search Who did it belong to? Ragdoll aka Tomoko Shiretoko When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 3, Episode 3 Search is a very useful Quirk belonging to Ragdoll, a member of the Pro Hero group, Wild Wild Pussycats. It is also the first Quirk All For One steals in the anime. The villain later transfers the Quirk to his protege, Tomura Shigaraki. As the name suggests, Search allows the user to monitor and gather information about up to 100 people at a time. The Quirk observes the targets and gathers information such as their locations and weak points for later use. The usefulness of this Quirk is what leads to it being stolen and used by Shigaraki during the Paranormal Liberation War. 6. Navel Laser Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 366 Throughout the story, we’ve known Navel Laser as the Quirk of Class 1-A student Yuga Aoyama. However, it’s revealed in the U.A. Traitor Arc that Aoyama was born Quirkless like Deku and got Navel Laser from All For One. It’s unknown who the original owner of this Quirk was, only that All For One stole it from them. With Navel Laser, the user can emit a laser beam from their naval. The weakness of this Quirk is that it can make the user’s stomach hurt from using it too much. 5. Fierce Wings Who did it belong to? Hawks, aka: Keigo Takami When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 385 This Quirk originally belonged to the No. 2 Pro Hero, Hawks. Given its original possessor’s status, it’s easy to assume how useful this power is. Fierce Wings gives the user a pair of red wings and allows them to manipulate individual feathers of the appendages at their will. Despite how strong the Quirk is, there are limitations. If the user takes away too many feathers from the wings, they can no longer fly efficiently. However, in the capable hands of Hawks, it’s still a deadly Quirk. That’s why it is stolen by All For One during the Final War Arc. 4. New Order Who did it belong to? Star and Stripe, aka: Cathleen Bate When was it stolen/mentioned? Season 7, Episode 2 America’s No. 1 Hero, Star and Stripe, is not only one of the strongest Pro Heroes, she’s also one of the best female characters in the series. As the most powerful hero of America, it’s no surprise that her Quirk is also one of the strongest shown in the story. New Order allows the user to set a ‘rule’ and manipulate anything they touch and take the name of, be it a living person or a non-living thing like air. Following her fight against Shigaraki, the Quirk was stolen by the villain. However, thanks to Star’s last rule, New Order destroyed all other vestiges inside Shigaraki and tore his body apart. 3. Danger Sense Who did it belong to? Hikage Shinomori When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 410 It was the stealing of this Quirk that changed the course of the story during the latter stages of the Final War. Danger Sense originally belonged to Hikage Shinomori, the fourth user of One For All. It was later inherited by Deku as the latest user of the cumulative Quirk. Danger Sense detects any potential threats to the user and lets them know. Needless to say, it’s one of the most useful Quirks around and has helped Deku tons of times. In Chapter 410, Shigaraki made a shocking move and invaded One For All, stealing Danger Sense from Deku. 2. Decay Who did it belong to? Unknown When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 419 Decay is one of the most important Quirks stolen by All For One because it changes the course of the entire story. The original user of this Quirk is unknown, but All For One stole it from someone and transferred it to Shigaraki when the latter was still a child, leading to the tragedy that would destroy Shigaraki’s life. Decay is a deadly Quirk that allows the user to decompose anything they touch with all five fingers, be it living or nonliving. During the Paranormal Liberation War, Shigaraki awakens this Quirk, giving him the ability to cause anything the decayed objects touch to deteriorate. The truth of Decay came to light towards the end of the Final War Arc. 1. One For All Who did it belong to? Deku, aka: Izuku Midoriya When was it stolen/mentioned? Chapter 415 All For One’s primary motive throughout the course of My Hero Academia is to get his hands on One For All, the strongest Quirk there is. After Tomura shockingly managed to steal Danger Sense, Kudo made a plan to forcibly transfer One For All and the users’ vestiges to destroy Shigaraki from within. After making the plan in Chapter 413, Deku began transferring all of the vestiges from Chapter 415. Currently, the protagonist has forcibly transferred One For All and the other Quirks of the past users: Gearshift, Fa Jin, Blackwhip, Smokescreen, and Float. This has rendered Deku Quirkless once again. These were the 20 best Quirks stolen by All For One. Given the imminent ending of the anime show, there may not be many more Quirks for the villain to steal in the future. My Hero Academia Season 7 is currently streaming on Crunchyroll with three episodes released so far. For more on this series, check out our guides on the My Hero Academia manga ending and the My Hero Academia You’re Next release date.