Horikoshi deserved trust with My Hero Academia’s side characters all along, & chapter 419 shows why

The release of My Hero Academia chapter 419 is scheduled for April 8, 2024, but spoilers have already been leaked. The spoilers suggest that Kohei Horikoshi may be intending to shine a long-awaited spotlight on the side characters in his series.

In the previous chapter, there were speculations among fans that the side characters were losing their importance due to the series being solely focused on the intense battle between Tomura Shigaraki and Izuku Midoriya. However, the latest chapter has shown a shift in this trend. It is possible that the author has something significant in store for the side characters, as they enter the scene at a moment when the protagonist seems to have no chance of winning.

Please note: This article may contain spoilers from the My Hero Academia manga series.

The crucial role of supporting characters in My Hero Academia’s epic finale

All for One, as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)
All for One, as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)

According to the leaked information, chapter 419 opens with a dialogue between the All for One vestige and a disabled Izuku Midoriya. The antagonist discloses his plot to claim responsibility for the downfall of Tomura Shigaraki, who is portrayed as disintegrating in Midoriya’s mind.

The antagonist first recounts his unsuccessful endeavor to obtain One for All using two of the vestiges when they were still human. He then proceeds to narrate the story of Tomura Shigaraki, whose father Kotarou Shimura was coerced by All for One to have another child after their daughter, as she did not meet his criteria. Immediately after Tomura’s conception, the villain abducted him and implanted him with the power of Decay.

Following the conversation, Deku was expelled from Tomura and All for One took control, proclaiming Tomura Shigaraki as deceased. In an attempt to thwart the villain, Deku was struck with intense agony, and All for One made a move to eliminate him. However, thanks to Sero’s timely intervention, he ensnared All for One with his tape.

Hanta Sero, as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)
Hanta Sero, as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)

After Sero’s entrance, Ajiro and Sato followed suit and joined the group in approaching All for One to thwart his plans. Aizawa also materialized through a portal, acknowledging that their arrival may have been delayed considering the gravity of the situation.

From the beginning of the series, which has revolved around Izuku Midoriya, the supporting characters have also had their time in the spotlight. In the second season, Todoroki and Ida were featured; in the third, Bakugo took center stage; in the fourth, Jiro had her moment. Along with these character highlights, there were also instances where the backstories of certain individuals captured the hearts of fans.

Despite the spotlight shifting away from the side characters during the final war arc, it is not until chapter 419 that they regain their prominence. This could suggest that Kohei Horikoshi is striving for redemption for these characters, who may have been overshadowed by the hype surrounding the final season.

Conclusion

Hanta Sero, as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)
Hanta Sero, as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)

It is worth noting that Sero, Ojiro, and Sato, all students of Class 1-A, have yet to have their origins revealed. This could potentially change in the upcoming chapter, as these three characters may finally have their backgrounds explored. Among them, Seto’s origins may prove to be the most intriguing, as his quirk is often considered to be one of the least remarkable.

Hanta Sero possesses the quirk ‘tape’, which granted him the ability to dispense tape from his elbow organs. Although the tape he produced was notably stronger than regular tape, this quirk was not particularly remarkable. It would be intriguing to learn about his initial reaction upon discovering this quirk during its manifestation.

The release date and time for chapter 419 of My Hero Academia.

The latest spoilers for chapter 419 of My Hero Academia.

In chapter 419 of My Hero Academia, All For One is finally given the justice he deserves.

The reality of Shigaraki’s decay is uncovered in My Hero Academia.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *