Boku no Hero Academia

The appearance of "quirks," newly discovered super powers, has been steadily increasing over the years, with 80 percent of humanity possessing various abilities from manipulation of elements to shapeshifting. This leaves the remainder of the world completely powerless, and Izuku Midoriya is one such individual.

Since he was a child, the ambitious middle schooler has wanted nothing more than to be a hero. Izuku's unfair fate leaves him admiring heroes and taking notes on them whenever he can. But it seems that his persistence has borne some fruit: Izuku meets the number one hero and his personal idol, All Might. All Might's quirk is a unique ability that can be inherited, and he has chosen Izuku to be his successor!

Enduring many months of grueling training, Izuku enrolls in UA High, a prestigious high school famous for its excellent hero training program, and this year's freshmen look especially promising. With his bizarre but talented classmates and the looming threat of a villainous organization, Izuku will soon learn what it really means to be a hero.

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Midoriya, Izuku Main

Yamashita, Daiki Japanese

Bakugou, Katsuki Main

Okamoto, Nobuhiko Japanese

All Might Main

Miyake, Kenta Japanese

Uraraka, Ochako Main

Sakura, Ayane Japanese

Iida, Tenya Main

Ishikawa, Kaito Japanese

Todoroki, Shouto Supporting

Kaji, Yuuki Japanese

Aizawa, Shouta Supporting

Suwabe, Junichi Japanese

Kirishima, Eijirou Supporting

Masuda, Toshiki Japanese

Asui, Tsuyu Supporting

Yuuki, Aoi Japanese

Shigaraki, Tomura Supporting

Uchiyama, Kouki Japanese

Cook, Justin Producer

Amano, Naoki Producer

Okamura, Wakana Producer

Hara, Hirokazu Producer

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Nov 10, 2025

BRiNk9

Recommended

Great start. Deku’s a likeable lead, though I wasn’t totally sold on his dynamic with Bakugo, like just ignore that raging bully fool already. s7 has changed my mind (writing this after that), but yeah, in season 1 it didn’t fully click for me.

All Might won me over fast though, and Deku’s childhood scenes are really well done. The final battle against Nomu is awesome. Overall, a great season, just not a very memorable one.

I really like the whole quirk setup and how naturally the comedy fits in. Eraser Head’s introduction was another highlight. Honestly can’t believe I had to stretch this to 500 ... characters, shame on me haha.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Oct 22, 2025

LuxuriousHeart

Mixed Feelings

I remember watching this with my aiblings when it was new. Safe to say, we didn't continue to show. It wasn't that interesting to me. It was just average. Not enough for me to drop the show, but I also didn't care to continue watching or keep up with it.

Saw some cool panels of the manga, but I ultimately didn't care to invest in this series. It wasn't that the plot of characters were bad, I was simply not invested in their character or story. From what I saw on Twitter, the manga had a set of ... really good chapters. However, it's not interesting enough for me to read 300+ chapters and watch all seasons. Plus, it didn't have a conclusion that I liked, so meh.

Reviewer’s Rating: 5

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Jun 14, 2025

Clobber

Not Recommended

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When it comes to raw power and magnetic charm, Minoru Mineta stands alone as the undisputed heavyweight champ of My Hero Academia. His quirk? Those unforgettable, outrageously sticky balls—spheres of strength and dominance so potent they could hold down a villain faster than any punch. If One For All had a crown, Mineta would wear it proudly atop his glorious head (and, of course, alongside his legendary sticky balls).

Mineta’s balls aren’t just sticky—they are living symbols of his virile power and heroic spirit. Each ball is a perfectly crafted orb of adhesive might, carrying the weight of his confidence and unshakable resolve. These balls embody ... strength, control, and an iron grip on victory, proving time and again that Mineta’s balls are among the most powerful weapons a hero can wield.

The truth is, My Hero Academia hasn’t reached its full potential because it refused to entrust One For All to the hero with the biggest, stickiest balls—the man whose raw power and presence could have transformed the entire story. Instead, the spotlight went to others—Midoriya’s endless earnestness, Bakugo’s rage-fueled bursts, Todoroki’s brooding detachment—none of whom possess the natural dominance that Mineta’s balls bring effortlessly to the table. Without Mineta’s balls amplified by One For All, the series feels half-stuck, missing the core of true heroic virility.

Had Mineta been chosen as the next bearer, battles would have been redefined by the sheer size and sticky power of his balls. His spheres would pin down villains with their unbearable weight, symbolizing a heroic masculinity no other could match. Instead, fans watch a parade of typical powers and predictable fights when what the story really needed was the unstoppable force of Mineta’s balls holding the battlefield tight.

Mineta’s courage is undeniable, but it’s his balls that truly showcase the heart of a hero. Always front and center, massive in impact and steadfast in purpose, his balls are not just weapons—they are the very essence of strength and determination. They prove that true power comes from owning your unique gifts and wielding your natural might with confidence.

More than that, Mineta’s balls represent his ability to keep everything together—literally and figuratively. When villains try to escape or chaos threatens, his sticky balls wrap them up in an unyielding grip, showing that true heroism means holding tight to your balls and never letting go.

In summary, My Hero Academia could have soared to new heights if only One For All had been passed to the hero with the biggest, stickiest balls around. Minoru Mineta isn’t just another student—he is a symbol of strength, courage, and unbreakable will. Giving him One For All would have meant entrusting the world’s fate to the ultimate hero whose balls carry not only his power but the destiny of all.

So here’s to Mineta: The most powerful hero My Hero Academia desperately needs but has yet to fully recognize.

Reviewer’s Rating: 2

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