In the latest chapter 423 of My Hero Academia, a pivotal moment unfolded as Deku, with the support of his classmates, marched towards the formidable antagonist TomurAFO, with Kurogiri complicating matters by demanding All for One release Shigaraki.
Bakugo’s unexpected arrival spurred Deku to take action, transferring the last embers of One for All into TomurAFO, leading to the defeat of both All for One and Shigaraki.
With such significant adversaries vanquished fans speculate that the series may be nearing its conclusion. The burning question now is: how will mangaka Kohei Horikoshi ensure a satisfactory My Hero Academia ending?
Timeskip in My Hero Academia
Some speculate that chapter 424 might feature a time skip, offering a sneak peek into the characters’ lives several years into the future, where they enjoy a peaceful existence, leaving many unanswered questions lingering.
Chapter 423 depicted All for One realizing his error as he witnessed the unity and determination of Class 1-A. Despite acknowledging their collective strength, he continued to belittle Deku until Shirakumo intervened, urging All for One to return Shigaraki’s body.
Bakugo’s timely intervention propelled Deku forward, leading to a decisive blow against TomurAFO. Deku’s act of passing on One for All’s remnants and the subsequent defeat of the villains marked a significant turning point.
However, fans remain apprehensive about the series’ conclusion, fearing that a time skip in chapter 424 may leave crucial plot points unresolved. While the idea of the students transitioning into adulthood is not inherently negative, it raises concerns about unaddressed storylines post-war. Questions linger about the fate of characters like Dabi, Todoroki, and Deku’s unresolved romantic subplot with Uraraka, among others.
Comparisons to Bleach’s ending, which also featured a time skip leaving numerous character arcs unanswered, serve as a cautionary tale. Fans lamented the lack of closure for beloved characters like Aizen, reminiscent of the potential pitfalls of a similar approach in My Hero Academia.
Despite uncertainties surrounding the series’ conclusion, hope remains for a satisfying ending, as evidenced by Bleach’s final sequel receiving an anime adaptation under the author’s supervision. As My Hero Academia’s fate hangs in the balance, fans eagerly await the resolution of lingering plot threads and the possibility of a conclusion that does justice to its narrative.
