My Hero Academia

Boku No Hero Academia

My Hero Academia Manga

My Hero Academia  (Japanese: 僕のヒーローアカデミア, Hepburn: Boku no Hīrō Akademia).

Is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kōhei Horikoshi. It has been serialized in Shueisha’s shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump since July 2014, with its chapters additionally collected into 39 tankōbon volumes as of November 2023. Set in a world where superpowers (called “Quirks”) have become commonplace, the story follows Izuku Midoriya, a boy who was born without a Quirk but still dreams of becoming a superhero himself.

  • Author and Illustrator: Created by Kōhei Horikoshi.
  • Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Shounen, Super Power.
  • Plot Summary:
    • In a world where nearly everyone possesses superpowers called “Quirks”, our protagonist, Izuku Midoriya, is born without one.
    • When he inherits the power of the world’s greatest hero, All Might, he enrolls in U.A. High School, a prestigious academy for aspiring heroes.
    • Follow Midoriya’s journey as he trains, faces villains, and discovers the true meaning of heroism.
  • Themes and Elements:
    • Heroism and Sacrifice: The story explores the complexities of being a hero, the sacrifices they make, and the impact on society.
    • Friendship and Rivalry: Midoriya’s relationships with classmates, especially Katsuki Bakugo and Shoto Todoroki, drive character development.
    • World-Building: The richly detailed world includes hero agencies, supervillains, and a ranking system.

My Hero Academia