As My Hero Academia approaches its finale, the recent chapters have been heavily focused on emotional development. In the previous chapter, we witnessed the new students’ interactions and reactions, as well as Uraraka’s suppressed feelings that are finally coming to light. This provides us with a deeper understanding of her character and allows us to see more of her inner struggles.
The focus of the latest chapter, chapter 429, is on Uraraka, but it also delves into the past of a mysterious character. Be sure to read on for spoilers and the story of My Hero Academia Chapter 429, titled “I am Here.”
The Past of the Mysterious Character
The manga chapter opens with an introduction to a mysterious character, whose family initially treated him kindly upon discovering his quirk was a mutation. However, soon after, he was confined to the basement of his house, much like Eri, due to his non-inherited quirk. His mouth was bound and he was left abandoned in the underground room, causing him to feel scared and cry incessantly in isolation.
Many years passed, and one day he overheard his parents shouting, “This nation is doomed.”They tossed him a piece of bread and never returned. Eventually, an explosion rocked the underground of their home, providing him with an opportunity to flee.
After spending a considerable amount of time underground, he finally emerged into the sunlight, but it was too harsh for his eyes. He felt disoriented, not knowing where to go or what to do. He was completely alone and frightened in a world where everyone seemed to be happy and working together. He couldn’t understand why they were smiling, as his only experience of life was being isolated in the basement.
Return of Uraraka and Deku
Upon hearing Toga’s last words, Uraraka couldn’t help but think about the reason for her own existence: Himiko’s death. Tears welled up in her eyes as she fought to conceal them and compose herself before Deku appeared. She inquired about his arrival, to which he responded that he utilized One for All. He deduced that she must have come to this location, where they shared a heartfelt conversation.
Despite expressing her wish to not be seen, Deku reminded her of her behavior during the entrance exam and how she always put others before herself. As they spoke, flashbacks of Uraraka’s past actions are shown, causing Deku to become emotional. Uraraka had saved Deku numerous times, such as with the black whip and during the Dark Hero Arc.
Deku extended his hand to Ochako, offering her the support she needed. She took his hand, tears streaming down her face. “Himiko died because of me,”she cried. “If only I hadn’t been stabbed. Her quirk was to give blood to anyone. Maybe if she had been found sooner…”Ochako’s thoughts trailed off as she mourned the loss of her friend. “If only we had known each other as children, maybe things could have been different.”
Deku mentioned that he had been pondering over Tenko and how the outcome of this war differed from the previous one. He had also been cautioned by AFO about the difficult road ahead. Despite this, he was aware that they could potentially emerge from this situation if they continued to intervene, even when it was not their concern.
Further
And Further
As the rest of the class arrived, their concern for Ochako evident on their faces. Tsuyu embraced her, while Bakugou inquired about the embers. Deku confirmed their presence, and when the others questioned why he hadn’t mentioned it before, he explained that the combined efforts of many had strengthened One For All, allowing them all to work together and achieve great things.
Following Deku’s narration, it becomes apparent that Monoma has taken the place of one of the U.A statues. He can be seen boasting about it. Additionally, at Aoyama’s farewell party, we witness Eri singing.
All Might and Hawks are discussing the expansion of the Billboard chart, as All Might believes that it should include the contributions of non-heroes during the war. They are also considering the creation of a new title, “eiyuu,”which is the Japanese word for hero, to differentiate from the “industrialized”heroes and recognize the existence of numerous exceptional heroes.
Return to the Enigma
The enigmatic figure continued to observe the individuals surrounding him, their cheerful expressions and seemingly effortless existences. As he surveyed his surroundings, he contemplated why he was the sole sufferer among a sea of content faces. Suddenly, a dark substance began to seep from his fingertips. In a flash, the elderly woman from Tenko’s memories rushed over, exclaiming, “My dear!”and grasping his hand.
The elderly woman often lay awake at night, wondering if the boy had been rescued by the heroes. After hearing Izuku and Midoriya’s words, everyone felt compelled to take action. “Don’t worry, everything is under control now. Grandma is here,”she reassured the boy. His eyes filled with tears as he gazed at her.
Deku and Uraraka were both present to witness the heartwarming scene as the elderly woman reached out to the young boy, bringing a smile to their faces. The chapter concludes with a quote from Hawks, who reflects on the current state of society: “We live in a world where heroes have an abundance of free time.”
My Hero Academia Overview
Kōhei Horikoshi is the author and illustrator of My Hero Academia, a popular Japanese superhero manga series. Since July 2014, it has been featured in Weekly Shōnen Jump and currently has 37 tankōbon volumes as of February 2023.
The story centers around Izuku Midoriya, a boy without any special abilities, and his journey to become the greatest Hero. From the moment he was born, Midoriya has idolized heroes and their heroic deeds, despite not possessing a quirk like most people in his world.
On a fateful day, he encounters All Might, the greatest Hero of all time, and learns that All Might was also quirkless. Despite this, Midoriya’s determined mindset and unwavering determination to become a hero impress All Might. As a result, he is selected as the successor to the One for All power.
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