(L+CR) My Hero Academia Season 2

[Ghostfriendly]

By the by, remember that Native American themed hero, Native? We know almost nothing about him but what less shallow reason than an attention grabbing gimmick could a Japanese hero have imitate a Native American? No wonder Stain wanted to kill him.

That's some truly efficient storytelling there.

[Stark700]

Finished the second season today.

That was a great season even with the addition of that one original anime episode.

Very faithful to the manga and sets up for the next season with AFO tease and League of Villians. I like Toga and Dabi's voice acting so far as well. Deku's encounter with Shigaraki was also a highlight as we see how twisted he can be. Not to mention, we got to see him in civilian clothes.

Uraraka is now more conscious about Deku, something that I found to be amusing.

9/10. I hope next season airs for Spring too.

[Diluc]

Originally Posted by Dengar

You know, does a character really have to have a likable personality to be a likable character? I really like Bakugo's character. He is incredibly consistent. And I really like the fact that people keep misinterpreting him as some kind of dumbass bully, whereas to me he just looks like a guy with severe anger issues and an inferiority complex. Which to me, is like... Totally not what usually describes a bully. Bullies don't have anger issues, and bullies don't have an inferiority complex.

I mean, he did bully Midoriya a lot, and he's not very relatable (not a prerequisite for me to like a character), but that seems to come from frustration rather than from being a bully. Which for me, is a very important distinction to make. A bully's motivation comes from a sense of superiority and entitlement, not inferiority and frustration.

Do not worry most Manga readers likes Bakugou character, evidently he ranked first in second popularity poll and he was ranked third in first popularity poll and that poll i recall happened around mid-term exam arc which anime covered now. Horikoshi said he planned Bakugou being genius big bro type but he scrambled that because fear might led for people found his character boring. Granted japanese readers like Bakugou because his character was entertaining.
I also ones of people likes Bakugou character, his obnoxious brash character allowed him to have dynamic relationship with character either for comedy or for serious which making him an interesting character.

[Ghostfriendly]

Brilliant episode. We see the threat to heroes of being shanked in the street at any time, the pressure on their families and loved ones, the fact of being unable to save everyone...and the need to meet all those troubles with a smile. Or do what they can, even if only giving bottled water to a friend. The last shot reminded me of Matthew 10:42, although you can't help but remember that only Jesus, not a superhero, can really save the world.

Very creepy and effective scene with Todoroki as well. Also, huzzah for 3rd season!

Teachers do need to stop lying to their student though...

[Random14]

And so another season ends, and now the wait for season 3 begins. I love the manga, but I'm also very impressed at how good an adaptation this is. I have no problem with the hiatus when the quality is this high.

Anyway, for the episode itself, I feel sorry for Sero, he saved Mineta but was then unconscious for the rest so not much points for him probably (and his regular grades weren't great either). And another "rational deception", Aizawa looks so funny like that. And yeah, the failures need the training even more than everyone else. Aw, Uraraka in denial is so cute.

Then talk about mood whiplash, that could have easily turned into a massacre. Too bad Midoriya's words accidentally gave Shigaraki an answer, but its hard to come up with a fake answer under those circumstances. Midoriya dying is one thing (and really scary for himself of course), but worse is that Shigaraki could have then easily killed dozens more before any pro hero could arrive.

Great to see All Might as mentor too, worrying over Midoriya. Not to mention being aware of his limitations, he's only human, which is why his status as the Symbol of Peace, as inspiration to millions (and target for villains) is so important. And even then there's still All For One behind Shigaraki, Midoriya is in for a huge struggle. Nice ending scene, great way to end a season. Seeing Todoroki visiting his mom was heartwarming, (not to mention Iida visiting his brother too) and poor Midoriya's mother, this would be really terrifying for her, that her son could have been killed by a villain just like that. This is when the manga hit its stride, and looking forward to more seasons next year.

[Ghostfriendly]

Originally Posted by Random14

Aw, Uraraka in denial is so cute.

She is cute, but if Uraraka is going to match up to Hinata-Sama (Hinata Vs Neji = Uraraka Vs Bakugo) let's not have too much denial. Nothing wrong with her admitting she loves the little guy, but deciding not to do anything while they've got so much to deal with.

Asui showed some Hinata-like quality as well by getting a filler episode to paste a villain in; truly the sign of an ensemble dark horse. As that Ember Reviews video said, in MHA 'Every girl is best girl'.

[Dark Wing]

Bakugo is basiclly post Namic Vageta. I'm sure he'll come around eventually. He hasn't done any bullying for some time now so even if people don't want to admit it he has progressed a little. Might take a while but I'm sure he's going to open up and want to have friends.

[Ghostfriendly]

Originally Posted by Dark Wing

Bakugo is basiclly post Namic Vageta. I'm sure he'll come around eventually. He hasn't done any bullying for some time now so even if people don't want to admit it he has progressed a little. Might take a while but I'm sure he's going to open up and want to have friends.

Good point. I never watched Dragon Ball, just Naruto and FMA.

[Twi]

Recap/Review here. This episode was a tense one to close out the season as we see what happens when you’re dumb enough to film the public identities of upcoming heroes. They get targeted out of costume. Worse, with Shiragaki’s power there was literally nothing stopping him from actually killing upwards of 20+ people including Izuku if he didn’t decide to leave peacefully.

The reaction to it was also believable, with the mall being closed afterwards for an investigation to make sure he didn’t set a bomb or something and to try and pick up a clue on his location. Izuku’s mother being worried sick is also a factor, because this is the third time that he’s been targeted by the League of Villains if you count the Nomu snatching him up. He’s just a trainee and he’s already got the villains going after him, so sooner or later something is going to take him away from her for good.

[Kanon]

The scene with Deku and Shigaraki was tense. Deku inadvertently helped make Shigaraki grow, which pleased All for One a lot. We got confirmation All for One is planning to make him his successor too.

Glad season 3 was confirmed, not that I ever doubted one would be made. I can't wait for it, there are so many good moments to look forward to.

[Master_Yoma]

Well a declaration of war to Izuku from Shigaraki

6/10 Boring fights hope to see a lot more from Himiko in season 3

[FlareKnight]

Originally Posted by Dark Wing

Bakugo is basiclly post Namic Vageta. I'm sure he'll come around eventually. He hasn't done any bullying for some time now so even if people don't want to admit it he has progressed a little. Might take a while but I'm sure he's going to open up and want to have friends.

To be fair, he doesn't exactly have the luxury of bullying people. Most of his classmates aren't going to put up with him trying that with them and the school sure as heck isn't going to look the other way either. His middle school may not have cared as much because of how talented he was and the bragging rights his school could gain when he becomes a hero. UA doesn't need Bakugo and would kick him out if he crosses the line.

He's changed to a degree, but not very much. He's still the kind of guy that would knock Deku down for speaking to him. His circumstances and surroundings have changed more than he has.

[serenade_beta]

Season 3 much?
*reads above posts*
Oh, Season 3 was already confirmed?

[Dark Wing]

Originally Posted by FlareKnight

To be fair, he doesn't exactly have the luxury of bullying people. Most of his classmates aren't going to put up with him trying that with them and the school sure as heck isn't going to look the other way either. His middle school may not have cared as much because of how talented he was and the bragging rights his school could gain when he becomes a hero. UA doesn't need Bakugo and would kick him out if he crosses the line.

He's changed to a degree, but not very much. He's still the kind of guy that would knock Deku down for speaking to him. His circumstances and surroundings have changed more than he has.

Now on what bases are you making this assumption under?

I haven't seen Bakugo going on saying "If only them damn teachers weren't in the way I'd get that stupid Deku!" every time we see him.

[Magewolf]

Originally Posted by Dark Wing

Now on what bases are you making this assumption under?

I haven't seen Bakugo going on saying "If only them damn teachers weren't in the way I'd get that stupid Deku!" every time we see him.

I do not know what he is basing it on but I would on the fact that Bakugo still acts the same way to most people as he did at the start of the show. He just lacks his band of cronies and the enabling adults he used to have.

[DMurphy]

Bakugo isn't short on opportunities to bully Deku. Neither his teachers nor his classmates can be everywhere at once (and, let's face it, UA definitely does have bullies in it, every school does), and he lives near Deku anyway.

The fact that he's dialed back his treatment of Deku considerably is definitely meant to be a sign of growth on his part. I mean, Bakugou was a school bully, and he's arguably still toeing the line now, but he is changing, however slowly.

[BetoJR]

Jesus Christ, during the final exam, the guy punched Deku in the face while calling him "scum". Yeap, a definite improvement, alright.

[DMurphy]

Originally Posted by BetoJR

Jesus Christ, during the final exam, the guy punched Deku in the face while calling him "scum". Yeap, a definite improvement, alright.

Yes. Yes, it is.

Compare and contrast Bakugou with now with Bakugou in the first few episodes -- in the early episodes, he's cheerfully telling Deku he should commit suicide, effectively threatening to harm someone who's powerless with explosion powers, and cornering him in alleyways to threaten him.

And let's not kid ourselves, Bakugou is doing that because he knows Deku can't fight back. It is a calculated, malicious action intended to demonstrate his power over someone.

Fast forward to this episode, where Bakugou punches Deku in the face, but does so in the full knowledge that, actually, Deku can fight back now. In fact, in a straight-up fistfight, Deku would win.

It's not a calculated attempt to intimidate Deku, it's a rash and angry response to what Bakugou feels is an attack on his pride. And then he compromises: He willingly gives Deku one of his bracers, effectively powering Deku up to his own detriment, and works with him to help him escape.

If you took early-series Bakugou and Deku and put them in that situation, Bakugou wouldn't have done that. Hell, he wouldn't even have punched Deku -- he would have brushed him off as being beneath him, gone after All Might, and had his ass kicked.

I'll be honest, trying to measure 'improvement' as 'does this character do nothing wrong' is a bit -- Tumblr-y, in that sense of 'this character isn't perfect and ergo they're the worst.' Like, yeah, Bakugou isn't perfect, but he's a truckload better than he was.

[BetoJR]

Originally Posted by DMurphy

Yes. Yes, it is.

Dude, we'll just have to agree to disagree.
No need to give in to insults and bring Tumblr into it.

[Anh_Minh]

Originally Posted by DMurphy

Yes. Yes, it is.

Compare and contrast Bakugou with now with Bakugou in the first few episodes -- in the early episodes, he's cheerfully telling Deku he should commit suicide, effectively threatening to harm someone who's powerless with explosion powers, and cornering him in alleyways to threaten him.

And let's not kid ourselves, Bakugou is doing that because he knows Deku can't fight back. It is a calculated, malicious action intended to demonstrate his power over someone.

Fast forward to this episode, where Bakugou punches Deku in the face, but does so in the full knowledge that, actually, Deku can fight back now. In fact, in a straight-up fistfight, Deku would win.

It's not a calculated attempt to intimidate Deku, it's a rash and angry response to what Bakugou feels is an attack on his pride. And then he compromises: He willingly gives Deku one of his bracers, effectively powering Deku up to his own detriment, and works with him to help him escape.

If you took early-series Bakugou and Deku and put them in that situation, Bakugou wouldn't have done that. Hell, he wouldn't even have punched Deku -- he would have brushed him off as being beneath him, gone after All Might, and had his ass kicked.

I'll be honest, trying to measure 'improvement' as 'does this character do nothing wrong' is a bit -- Tumblr-y, in that sense of 'this character isn't perfect and ergo they're the worst.' Like, yeah, Bakugou isn't perfect, but he's a truckload better than he was.

It may be different, but it'd be easy to argue that the changes aren't in his character so much as they are in his circumstances. Even before his alleged "change", he knew to restrain himself to what he could get away with, at least most of the time. There's been a severe reduction in "what he can get away with". So it's rather hard to see better behavior and unequivocally pronounce him better as a person.