The Journey of My Hero Academia Comes to an End
The manga series My Hero Academia (MHA) has finally concluded its long and gripping journey after nearly ten years. The story is set in a world where around 80% of the population possesses special abilities known as Quirks. It revolves around heroes aspiring to protect society from various villains.
The manga wraps up with a transitional time skip, showcasing Deku as a teacher at UA High School, where his classmates have grown into top heroes. Deku is now paving the way for the next generation while realizing his own dreams.
The series concluded on August 4, 2024, in Weekly Shonen Jump Issue 38. Alongside the finale, creators like Gege Akutami from Jujutsu Kaisen and Eiichiro Oda from One Piece shared their reflections on this significant ending. A note from the creators was published on the Manga Musings page of the Viz magazine.
Reactions to the Finale of My Hero Academia
Gege Akutami, the creator of Jujutsu Kaisen, expressed: “Jujutsu wouldn’t exist without My Hero. Congratulations!”
“So, does that mean you can play Pokémon Go forever now? Congratulations to Horikoshi Sensei on another year!” said Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece.
Furthermore, Yuto Suzuki, the creator of Sakamoto Days, commented: “Congratulations on finishing My Hero after nearly ten years. Appearing in the same magazine is a proud moment for our generation.”
Takeru Hokazono, creator of Kagurabachi, shared: “I still remember reading Volume 17 while in high school. From Mirio to One For All at 100 percent. It’s truly legendary!”
In addition to the accolades from various mangaka, the final issue of WSJ also included a farewell note from MHA’s creator, Kohei Horikoshi: “I am very happy to have participated in Jump! I’m thrilled that everyone has enjoyed my story. Thank you all so much!”
The narrative of MHA has concluded, but fans are eagerly awaiting the next installment or spin-off from creator Kohei Horikoshi. Although no details have been revealed yet, the anticipation remains high among the fanbase.
This beloved series leaves behind a significant legacy upon its conclusion, igniting hope in fans for what may come next. However, it has been confirmed that this is merely a deep dive into the character’s world on a global scale.
While the manga My Hero Academia has come to a close, the anime adaptation continues to thrive.
