In the midst of anticipation for the upcoming release of My Hero Academia Season 7 in May 2024, the internet is buzzing with excitement over a key visual concept that has surfaced, sparking interest in a potential spinoff.
The concept, titled “My Villain Academia: Toya,” has caught the attention of fans, but it’s important to note that, despite its realistic appearance, the anime is not real.
The key visual concept was shared on February 27, 2024, by a dedicated My Hero Academia fan known as @cpasDryNa.
The artwork portrays Toya Todoroki standing next to a hospital bed, seemingly in the process of recovering from burns.
What sets this concept apart is the remarkable artistry involved, as the artist skillfully incorporated key elements from the original work by Bones while adding a personal twist through creative choices in camera angles, lighting, and overall atmosphere.
@cpasDryNa has a history of creating such captivating artworks, showcasing their talent in envisioning potential spinoffs.
MY VILLAIN ACADEMIA SPIN-OFF : TOYA : Resentment only fuels flames
KEY VISUAL CONCEPT
#heroaca_a #BNHA #MyHeroAcademia #MHA #ヒロアカ #デク戻って来 #Dabi #BokuNoHeroAcademia pic.twitter.com/6f7OLnGm5Z
— Nandry (@cpasDryNa) February 27, 2024
Some of their other notable concepts include a My Hero Academia spinoff anime centered around One For All’s second and third users, Kudo and Bruce, as well as “My Hero Academia Spinoff: Peace,” featuring the seventh and eighth OFA users, Nana Shimura and Yagi Toshinori.
Fans were taken aback by the realism of the key visual concept, with some expressing genuine shock and even revealing that they sat up in bed after first glimpsing it, mistaking it for an official announcement.
The artist’s ability to create visuals that appear almost indistinguishable from official promotional material highlights their exceptional skill.
Encouraged by the positive reactions, some fans suggested that @cpasDryNa should consider creating their own manga, given their evident artistic prowess.
The sentiment among fans was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing a willingness to support such a venture.
There was also discussion about the potential for a spinoff anime focusing on Dabi/Toya Todoroki.
Some fans felt that Toya’s character was not fully explored in the manga, and they expressed a desire for a spinoff to delve deeper into his story, possibly introducing a love interest to add depth to his character akin to Reze for Denji in Chainsaw Man.
In essence, the key visual concepts created by @cpasDryNa have not only stirred excitement among fans but have also sparked discussions about the untapped potential for spinoff narratives within the My Hero Academia universe.
