Multiple times throughout Season 2 we see Deku put his own well-being on the line in a selfless attempt to help his friends work through their own personal issues, making for some of the most emotional and memorable moments of My Hero Academia yet. What truly makes Deku such an inspiring character, though, is his humility. Witnessing that growth, as he learns to control One For All and solidify his own identity as a hero, is so empowering. That isn't to say Deku doesn't get his fair due, as All Might's adoring fan undergoes a significant transformation over the course of the season. While this is ultimately Deku's story, a fair amount of Season 2 turns the spotlight on several of the other students, some of whom, including Todoroki, Uraraka and Iida, are so well realized they at times feel as much like protagonists of this story as Deku. In being forced to work with and against one another, issues with identity and pride come bursting to the surface, adding an entirely new dimension to several members of the supporting cast. Sports Festival, which takes a deep dive into the personal struggles these heroes-in-training face. The first half of the season is almost entirely focused on the U.A. Sports Festival and then moving into the students' internships before culminating with their final exams. Season 2 builds upon those elements and takes them to new heights with incredibly rich character development, some of the most beautiful action scenes I have ever seen in animation, and an engrossing story with a villainous threat that serves as a significant improvement over Season 1.Īfter a relatively slow premiere, progresses at a comfortably brisk pace with a few welcomed breathers in between, starting with the U.A. The first season of My Hero Academia with its memorable cast of relatable characters, gorgeous animation, and heartfelt story. Agent Phil Coulson putting together a small team of S.H.I.E.L.D.
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