My Hero Academia Season 7 Releases Special Dabi vs. Shoto Key Visual

On June 15, 2024, the official X account for My Hero Academia shared a new visual teasing the highly anticipated Dabi vs. Shoto showdown in season 7. This visual, released just before the next episode, marked the beginning of the final war as episode 6 officially kicked it off. Fans can expect an intense display of anger between the brothers in this epic battle.

The seventh season of My Hero Academia premiered on May 4, 2024. The upcoming episodes will cover the Star and Stripe arc, the U.A. Traitor arc, and the beginning of the Final War arc. The previous five episodes have already covered the first two arcs, leaving the final war arc to be featured in the remaining episodes.

Shoto and Dabi’s Rivalry Hinted in the Newest My Hero Academia Season 7 Image

The most recent visual depicted the Todoroki brothers facing each other in a ready-to-fight position. It should be noted that the siblings are standing in Kamino, a district of Yokohama City where they were brought by Kurogiri’s quirk, which was activated by Monoma.

The tweet’s caption revealed the release date for the upcoming episode in the following words:

“June 22nd (Saturday) 5:30pm “My Hero Academia”Season 7, Episode 8 (No. 146) “Two Brilliant Shades”airs!”

Upcoming Episode of My Hero Academia

Shoto Todoroki as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)

The release date for episode 8 of My Hero Academia’s seventh season, titled Two Brilliant Shades, has been announced for June 22, 2024, at 5:30 pm JST. The episode will be broadcast at different times according to the corresponding time zones:

Time Zone	Release Time	Release Day	Release Date
Pacific Daylight Time	1:30 am	Saturday	June 22, 2024
Eastern Daylight Time	4:30 am	Saturday	June 22. 2024
British Summer Time	9:30 am	Saturday	June 22, 2024
Central European Summer Time	10:30 am	Saturday	June 22, 2024
Indian Standard Time	3 pm	Saturday	June 22, 2024
Philippine Standard Time	5:30 pm	Saturday	June 22, 2024
Japanese Standard Time	5:30 pm	Saturday	June 22, 2024
Australian Central Standard Time	7 pm	Saturday	June 22, 2024

The significance of the Dabi vs. Shoto showdown

Dabi as seen in the anime (Image via BONES)

During the conflict between the heroes and the Paranormal Liberation Front in season 6, fans were treated to a brief Dabi vs. Shoto showdown. This was also when the Dabi dance was first seen and the shocking revelation of the villain’s true identity as Toya Todoroki, the eldest son of Endeavor Todoroki. Some fans may recall this iconic moment.

The showdown between Dabi and Shoto in the final war is eagerly awaited by fans, as it will showcase Dabi’s long-suppressed anger towards his family for abandoning him after the forest fire. Thankfully, Shoto will have the support of other heroes such as Ingenium (Iida), Kamliji (Endeavor’s side-kick), and a few students from U.A. High School.

What to Expect in Season 7 of My Hero Academia

Star and Stripe as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)

Upon learning about All Might’s predicament, Star and Stripe, the strongest hero in the US, hurried to aid her master in his battle against the villainous Tomura Shigaraki. Despite being unaware of Tomura’s transformation into TomurAFO, the hero suffered consequences and ultimately lost her quirk to the villain. However, the New Order, now without its previous wielder, fought against TomurAFO from within.

Despite her passing, it was eventually discovered that Aoyama, who had been training for the upcoming war, was actually the traitor of U.A. High. This revelation was shocking as it was revealed that Aoyama had been driven by his quirkless status to commit such treacherous acts. After exchanging heartfelt sentiments, the heroes devised a secret plan to draw out All for One by utilizing Shinso, and their strategy proved successful in initiating the war.

Despite the heroes’ efforts to divide the villains across Japan and weaken their unified force, the war began with Deku being separated from the battlefield by Toga’s interference. Nevertheless, the war continued without delay and fans eagerly anticipate the outcome of the final battle. The question remains: which side will ultimately prevail?