Fights That Changed My Hero Academia Forever

Summary

My Hero Academia features unique Quirks leading to high-stakes battles that shape the future.

Battles like All Might vs. All For One and Izuku vs. Bakugo showcase intense emotional moments.

Moments like Lemillion vs. Overhaul and Endeavor vs. Hood highlight character growth and heroism.

My Hero Academia is one of the most popular shonen anime of all time that needs no introduction. Fans love the unique take on superheroes, with almost everyone in this alternate world being born with a Quirk that decides the nature of their powers.

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The best part about My Hero Academia is how unique these Quirks can be, making for interesting battles with high stakes. Some of these battles are very important in the grand scheme of things and shape the future of My Hero Academia. Warning! Spoilers Ahead!
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All Might VS All For One

All Might’s Retirement Fight Is One For The Ages

All Might was on the cusp of losing his One for All powers, which is why he was desperate to find a worthy successor. His powers finally gave out during his battle against All for One, where he reverted to his base form for the world to see. However, he didn’t let this stop him and used a clever feint to unleash a hellacious United States of Smash, defeating All for One in this immense encounter. His powers fade away after this final punch. Bakugo wrongly felt that he was the reason why All Might had to retire, and the responsibility on Deku’s shoulders to live up to All Might’s legacy became heavier than ever before.
2

Izuku Midoriya VS Katsuki Bakugo

The Two Estranged Friends Duke It Out To Settle Their Differences Once And For All

After Bakugo was saved from the clutches of the League of Villains, his doubts began to creep him. He blamed himself for All Might’s retirement, not realizing that the No. 1 Hero’s powers were dwindling for a long time. This, coupled with Midoriya’s growing connection to All Might, leads him to a collision course against his friend, whom he manages to defeat after a tough battle. With his insecurities out in the open, Midoriya and All Might tell him the truth and help quell the distress in his mind.
3

Tomura Shigaraki VS Star & Stripe

A Battle Against A Foreign Superhero Left Tomura Fighting For His Life

Star & Stripe may only have appeared for a brief arc, but the impact she had was substantial. She wanted to provide backup to the heroes in Japan, only to find Shigaraki himself standing in her way.

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The battle shows the immense power of New Order and why her Quirk is so fantastic, although Shigaraki manages to get the drop on her and causes her to decay. As her Quirk is stolen, Star & Stripe imposes one final demand on New Order, making it incompatible with any other Quirk and causing Shigaraki to be incapacitated for a while.
4

Mirio Togata VS Overhaul

Even After Losing His Powers, Lemillion Refuses To Give Up

Mirio is a skilled hero with a just and noble attitude, which is why he can’t forgive himself for not saving Eri when he had a chance. While raiding the Shie Hassaikai hideout, he comes across a souped-up version of Overhaul and gives him a fight to remember. Even after sacrificing his Quirk to save Eri, Lemillion doesn’t stop and brings the fight to Overhaul. He sustains grave injuries in the process, but wins over the hearts of everyone with his valiant effort and makes it clear why Sir Nighteye felt that he was more fitting of being One for All’s successor.
5

Paranormal Liberation Front VS Pro Heroes

A Huge Turning Point In The Series That Ruined The Reputation Of The Pro Heroes

After the Paranormal Liberation Front is formed, they launch a major assault on Japan that has long-lasting consequences. The sedation takes too long to work on Gigantomachia, as Midnight dies during his rampage, and he crushes several cities during his warpath. Meanwhile, Shigaraki’s immense powers make him a force to be reckoned with, forcing Aizawa to use his Quirk on him at all times to negate his threat. Midoriya also masters the Quirks of other One for All users, although all of this isn’t enough to stop the Paranormal Liberation Front from destroying the credibility of the Pro Heroes, especially with Daki revealing himself to be Endeavor’s son in a landmark moment.
6

Izuku Midoriya VS Shoto Todoroki

Midoriya Forced His Classmate To Use The Full Extent Of His Powers Against Him

Endeavor was a horrible father, which is why Shoto refused to use his flame powers. While his reasoning may be noble, Midoriya was right to point out that holding back would make him less effective as a Hero.

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These words ignited something in Todoroki, both metaphorically and literally. He finally accepted the fiery side of his powers and has used them efficiently ever since in My Hero Academia.
7

Tomura Shigaraki VS Re-Destro

The Fight That Caused The League Of Villains And The Meta Liberation Army To Join Forces

Re-Destro is a fascinating villain who takes on the role of a mob boss and is initially against them merging with the League of Villains. However, after Shigaraki absolutely destroys him in battle, he sings a different tune. To be fair, this entire arc features numerous monumental battles that help the major players of the League of Villains reach greater heights in power. Shigaraki’s ranged Decay is the icing on the cake and eventually leads to the creation of the fearsome Paranormal Liberation Front.
8

Endeavor & Hawks VS Hood

The No. 1 Hero Is Called Into Action In No Time Against This High-End Nomu

After All Might’s retirement, Endeavor needed something big to help establish him as a worthy No. 1 Hero for the people of Japan. His trial arrives almost instantly, with a new high-end Nomu named Hood arriving to fight him. It’s a short and brutal battle where Endeavor sustains major scars and almost loses the will to fight. However, he uses his fiery powers to make up for his lack of mobility, using an immensely powerful Prominence Burn to burn Hood to a crisp and reassure the people of Japan that he’s more than worthy of replacing All Might.

My Hero Academia

Release Date

April 2, 2016

Network

TBS, MBS, Nippon TV

Directors

Shouji Ikeno, Tsuyoshi Tobita, Ikuro Sato, Takudai Kakuchi, Masashi Abe, Tetsuya Miyanishi, Kazuma Komatsu, Yoshifumi Sasahara, Masayuki Otsuki, Daisuke Tsukushi, Takayuki Yamamoto, Yohei Fukui, Takuro Tsukada, Masatoyo Takada, Naomi Nakayama, Sayaka Morikawa, Takanori Yano

Daiki Yamashita

Izuku Midoriya (voice)

Kaito Ishikawa

Manga Fukidashi (voice)