Bakugo could have given Deku fans the happiest My Hero Academia ending they deserved

Modified Nov 28, 2024 08:23 GMT

My Hero Academia explores themes of heroism, growth, and the bonds of its characters, especially the dynamic between Izuku Midoriya and Katsuki Bakugo. At the end of the series, major storylines are wrapped up, but some fans believe that Bakugo could have given a satisfying conclusion.

At the core of that concept is his link to One For All, especially the unfinished potential of Bakugo remembering his short experience of owning the quirk during Heroes Rising.

If Bakugo remembered it, it could have accelerated his development and would have poised the scene after the Final War to be bittersweet. This would have given a simulation of what Deku fans wanted, a touching end, that could have shown a beautiful bond of trust and respect.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from the manga and reflects the author's opinions

How Bakugo could have given Deku fans the happiest My Hero Academia ending, explained

Bakugo could have given Deku fans the happiest My Hero Academia ending with him representing a full arc of growth, trust, and redemption while rekindling the essence of One For All through his acts.

In Heroes Rising, Bakugo briefly inheriting One For All only hinted at his incredible potential for his character. On the other hand, this had to be erased from his memory, making fans wonder what could have been if Bakugo had retained that knowledge.

If Bakugo remembered wielding One For All, his development could have been utilized in deepening his relationship with Midoriya. Throughout the series, Bakugo wrestles with feelings of inadequacy and rivalry, which are transformed into admiration and a genuine want to help Deku.

Bakugo as seen in anime (Image via Bones)

If he remembered his connection with One For All, it would have prompted Bakugo to understand the burden and responsibility carried by Midoriya. This new insight may have made him mature fast because, rather than competition, the relationship could have been built on mutual respect.

A turning point could have taken place during the Final War arc when Midoriya surrendered One For All to defeat All For One. Bakugo, seeing that final act of selflessness, might have thought back on his short time spent sharing a part of a quirk and realized that some piece remains inside him.

It could have been similar to All Might having witnessed One For All's lingering embers. In a gesture of trust and camaraderie, Bakugo might have offered this fragment to Midoriya, trying to revive the quirk and restore the power.

A still from Heroes Rising (Image via Bones)

This would have represented Bakugo's big full-circle turn, from being a boastful and self-centered individual to a hero willing to sacrifice for the good of others. It would have deepened the parallel between the relationship of Bakugo and Midoriya to that of Yoichi and the second One For All wielder, Kudo.

Re-igniting One For All would thereby pay Bakugo his due, not only in terms of remembering Midoriya's heroism but also in terms of showing one's evolution in willingness to uphold the legacy of true heroism.

Such an ending would have really connected with the fans of My Hero Academia. It would have not only portrayed the redemption arc of Bakugo but also preserved Deku as the heart of the story.

Final thoughts

Bakugo remembering his time with One For All might have redefined his character arc, cementing his growth and maturity within My Hero Academia. A retelling of his connection to the quirk could even provide a dramatic and powerful moment following the Final War, in which Bakugo resurrects One For All to give back to Midoriya as a symbol of trust and redemption, highlighting their bond and elevating the story's themes of heroism and sacrifice.

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Edited by Sreerupa Das