As the anticipated release of My Hero Academia season 7 approaches in May 2024, followers of the show find themselves buzzing with anticipation.
Recently, a particular key visual depicting another anime titled My Villain Academia: Toya has been circulating online, sparking excitement among fans.
MY HERO ACADEMIA SPIN-OFF
KEY VISUAL CONCEPT#heroaca_a #BNHA #MyHeroAcademia #MHA #ヒロアカ #デク戻って来 #bakugoukatsuki #Bakugo #BokuNoHeroAcademia pic.twitter.com/WOssKHDIJv
— Nandry (@cpasDryNa) December 12, 2023
However, it’s important to clarify that despite its convincing appearance, this anime is purely a product of fan imagination.
The emergence of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes manga has piqued interest among fans regarding potential spinoff adaptations of the main series.
Consequently, a dedicated My Hero Academia enthusiast has taken the initiative to craft various key visual concepts envisioning potential spinoff ideas for the series.
Exploring My Hero Academia’s Darker Depths With The Visual Mastery of A Fan
On February 27, 2024, an enthusiastic My Hero Academia fan known as @cpasDryNa shared a captivating visual concept for a potential spinoff titled My Villain Academia Spinoff: Toya anime.
The artwork depicted Toya Todoroki, positioned next to a hospital bed, suggesting a narrative revolving around his recovery from severe burns.
What sets this artwork apart is its exceptional quality. @cpasDryNa skillfully incorporates elements reminiscent of the original Bones animation while injecting their own creative flair through nuanced details like camera angles, lighting, and overall ambiance.
The result is a visual masterpiece that rivals, if not surpasses, authentic key visuals from the My Hero Academia anime series.
This isn’t the first time @cpasDryNa has wowed fans with their imaginative creations.
Their portfolio boasts other notable artworks, including a My Hero Academia spinoff featuring OFA’s second and third users, Kudo and Bruce, as well as My Hero Academia Spinoff: Peace, centered around the seventh and eighth OFA users, Nana Shimura and Yagi Toshinori.
The consistency and quality of these visual concepts are truly remarkable, demonstrating the artist’s exceptional talent and dedication to their craft.
How Fans Have Reacted To This Edit
The reaction from fans to the key visual concept was nothing short of astonishment, with many expressing disbelief at its realism.
One fan even admitted to physically sitting up in bed upon seeing it, convinced of its authenticity. Such reactions underscore the remarkable skill of the artist in crafting these visual concepts.
Amidst the fervor, one fan suggested that @cpasDryNa should venture into manga creation given the evident talent showcased in their artwork.
It’s widely acknowledged that manga with exceptional artwork tends to attract more readers, indicating the potential success of the artist’s manga endeavors.
The enthusiasm for the concept extended to some fans expressing willingness to financially support the production of the anime adaptation. Such dedication highlights the strong appeal of the concept among the fanbase.
In discussions about potential spinoffs, attention turned to Toya Todoroki’s character, with one fan critiquing the manga’s portrayal of him.
Despite Toya’s intriguing backstory, the fans lamented the lack of depth in his development by series creator Kohei Horikoshi.
Furthermore, there was speculation about introducing a love interest for Toya in a hypothetical spinoff, drawing parallels to the dynamic between Reze and Denji in Chainsaw Man.
This suggestion reflects fans’ desire for greater exploration of Toya’s character and relationships in any future adaptations.
