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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Jul 13, 2025

PlushieOtaku

Recommended

PLUS ULTRA BEGINNINGS: The Plushie Crew’s First Dive into Anime with My Hero Academia Season 1 (9/10)

After spending countless evenings watching movies and TV series together, The Plushie Crew finally decided it was time to explore the vast universe of anime. With little experience beyond scattered clips of Pokémon, Dragon Ball, and Naruto, choosing a starting point felt overwhelming. Thankfully, Tails—being the techie and superhero fan he is—suggested My Hero Academia, and honestly, it turned out to be the perfect pick.

Season 1 of My Hero Academia was an emotional and energetic ride that struck a surprising chord with all of us. The show quickly pulled ... the entire crew into its world of quirks and heroes. Winny, Willow, and Mimikyu especially connected with the protagonist’s journey from underdog to aspiring hero. His struggle felt genuine and inspiring, and his relationships—whether filled with rivalry or mentorship—made each step of his growth deeply satisfying.

The action scenes? Absolutely electrifying. Willow, Kuromi, Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Shadow were blown away by the intensity and animation quality. The visual effects and fluid fight sequences added so much excitement that even some of us who weren’t into action before found ourselves completely hooked.

Yet, this wasn’t just about high-energy battles. The emotional moments were just as impactful. The story captured themes of heroism, friendship, and responsibility in a way that felt both mature and heartfelt. The entire crew agreed: the characters feel—not just like heroes—but like real people chasing dreams in a world full of challenges.

Of course, it wasn’t perfect. Amy and Mimikyu noticed that the pacing in the first half felt a bit slow at times, and some of the villains in this season didn’t leave as strong an impression as others. A few background characters were left in the shadows (no pun intended, Shadow!), but that didn’t stop us from wanting to see more of them in future seasons.

Overall, My Hero Academia Season 1 was a fantastic gateway into anime for The Plushie Crew. It combined emotion, action, and strong storytelling in a way that left us eager for more. Whether you're new to anime or just love a good superhero story with heart, this one definitely deserves a spot on your watchlist.

Final Rating from The Plushie Crew: 9/10 — PLUS ULTRA!

Reviewer’s Rating: 9

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Apr 12, 2025

the-adventurer

Mixed Feelings

If you want to watch My Hero Academia, don't start with season 1. Go and watch season 4 or 5 first, then come back to get that "backstory" you missed out on.

My Hero Academia fluctuated a lot in terms of quality over its course, and sadly, the first season is a very mixed bag that is still controversially discussed, even within the fandom.

While it introduced various interesting concepts, such as being a normal teenager in a world oversaturated with heroes, the effect the wide-spread occurrence of superpowers had on society, or the story of a top tier hero struggling with the loss of his power, ... it fails to live up to them during season 1.

Arguably, the strongest point in this series is the great variety of characters and their abilities. And that's the main reason I recommend to start with a later season. Even though the characters don't change much over the course of the series (a recurring flaw of shonen), how they are presented, as well as their circumstances, change a lot.

For example, Izuku (aka Deku) might come off as a self-destructive crybaby fanboy with no self esteem, while in later seasons, we are more treated more to the caring, helping and intelligent side of his personality.
Same with All Might, who might seem like a complete jerk for shoving a responsibility onto Izuku that the teen can't handle, but is revealed to be caring and well-intentioned yet not good at interacting with other people later.
Even Katsuki Bakugo, who is portraied as the worst bully in existence in season one, grows a lot less threatening as the series progresses, and, with some of his backstory revealed, turns into the typical "rival" for the protagonist.

Even Tenja Iida, who becomes close friends with Izuku and plays a central role during the second half of season 2, is first introduced as "strict and scary" through the eyes of one very intimidated Izuku Midoriya.

Part of the problem is also that the narrative has to wrestle so many characters, that naturally, it cannot give the same amount of attention to all of them, let alone to the basic concepts that make up their world. It covers a bit of everything but can never dive into full detail. Because of this, MHA is a series with more potential than a single author or story could ever handle. Which made it an extremely interesting source to be discussed and expanded by its fandom, and debatably, the reason it gained so much attention and ran for so long.

Reviewer’s Rating: 7

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Jun 14, 2025

Clobber

Not Recommended

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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