“TOMURA SHIGARAKI WAS MY HERO” - My Hero Academia fans can't stop crying over a doomed friendship

Modified Jul 05, 2024 00:30 GMT

Shigaraki and Spinner in My Hero Academia anime (Image via Bones)

Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia chapter 427 is scheduled to be released on Monday, July 8, at 12 am JST, but the spoilers for the latest manga chapter are already out. The focus of the chapter is largely on Deku’s meeting with Shuichi Iguchi, aka Spinner, one of the surviving members of the League of Villains.

The recent developments are filled with emotional moments that have deeply affected readers. The revelation of Spinner's strong friendship and bond with Shigaraki, shared during his conversation with Deku, has particularly moved fans, leaving them with heavy hearts and teary eyes. Horikoshi's talent for incorporating strong emotional elements is once again evident in this latest chapter.

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers from My Hero Academia chapter 427 and reflects the author’s opinions.

The tragic fate of Shigaraki and Spinner’s friendship leaves My Hero Academia readers deeply moved

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In My Hero Academia’s latest manga chapter 427, Deku meets with Spinner to deliver Shigaraki’s final message. Overwhelmed with despair, Spinner reveals that Shigaraki was his beacon of hope, who promised to show him a world where his appearance as a heteromorph wouldn't subject him to prejudice.

He says that Shigaraki was not only his hero but also his first friend, recalling how they bonded over shared hobbies such as playing video games and enjoying the same games. Spinner questions if he could have altered the outcome for his friend, grieving deeply.

Following this, Deku pledges to never forget Shigaraki, while Spinner decides to carry on his legacy by writing a book about Shigaraki, the symbol of fear.

Reactions from fans as Spinner and Tomura Shigaraki’s doomed bond comes to a close

Shigaraki and Spinner as seen in the anime (Image via Bones)

In My Hero Academia chapter 427, the story of Tomura Shigaraki comes to a close with his final message reaching Spinner. Shigaraki's last words for him give Spinner the closure he desperately needed, allowing him to express his deepest emotions during his conversation with Deku.

Spinner reflects on the deep bond and friendship he shared with Shigaraki, revealing sentiments like "Tomura Shigaraki was my hero" and "he was my first friend," which showcase the human side of these characters, whom society continues to condemn as villains.

“in another life, they’ll play a lot of games,” a fan commented, referring to a shared hobby between the two villains.

“Spinner crying and saying that Shigaraki was his first friend…. my heart just broke,” another fan shared

“"He loved Videos games…” gotta feel for Spinner here man, cuz Shigaraki was rlly his best friend man The 2 were just vibing in League of Legends,” said another fan

While their crimes remain undeniable, Spinner's emotional outpouring strikes a chord with readers. Kohei Horikoshi's portrayal of the tragic end of a bond between two villains who, despite their flaws and misdeeds, were ultimately victims of circumstance, resonates deeply with readers.

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My Hero Academia fans took to social media platforms such as X to mourn and express their emotional reactions, conveying sorrow over the unfortunate outcome for the two friends bound by society's negative influences.

“In the end Tomira Shigaraki got what his younger self wanted, which was to be a hero to someone. To help people,” said another.

“I'm so devastated... he was his hero…” another fan grieved

“Imagine hearing your best friend is dead, the same person who vowed to destroy the system that oppressed you and many others, then u have to hear people on the TV dehumanising them and making lies about their ideologies cuz they were a ‘villain’,” a fan remarked

The portrayal of their doomed friendship evokes strong emotions in fans, as the mangaka skillfully illuminates the complex and human aspects of characters often seen as antagonists in the narrative.

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Edited by Tiasha