8 Huge My Hero Academia Plot Twists You Missed in Plain Sight

Summary

Foreshadowing in My Hero Academia hints at major plot points, like Vestiges’ awakening.
Characters like Shigaraki and Toga drop subtle clues about their pasts and abilities early on.
The Quirk Singularity Theory and Aoyama’s disappearance serve as early hints of significant events later on.

In the sprawling and dramatic narrative of My Hero Academia, some twists and turns might seem unforeseen, but attentive viewers could have spotted hints that foreshadowed major events that significantly altered the storyline. Although it’s not necessary to assume that author Kohei Horikoshi had every detail meticulously plotted since day one, it appears that certain critical plot points were already established and waiting in the wings from the early stages of the series.

Instead of waiting for the answer to be unveiled, let’s take a retrospective glance at the subtly woven hints of foreshadowing strewn across the narrative arc of “My Hero Academia”. Although some of these instances appeared to herald future events within the story, others were not as transparent, leaving fans puzzled for quite a while before they could decipher their significance. Now that the series has reached its conclusion, it feels like an opportune moment to revisit these seemingly inconsequential moments and unravel the threads of intrigue they weave.

8. The Vestiges Awaken

The Previous Users Of One For All Bring Midoriya Back To His Senses

Episode: 20

As I watch Midoriya engage Shinso in the Sports Festival, it’s clear that he seems rather unready for the struggle ahead. Though Midoriya is still grappling with the immense power of One For All, Shinso wields a Quirk capable of hypnotizing his adversaries – a skill evident as he swiftly seizes control over Midoriya’s thoughts and actions, barely moments after their fight begins.

As Midoriya is on the verge of unwittingly stepping out of the combat zone, he’s abruptly jolted out of his stupor by a powerful surge of energy, accompanied by cryptic shadowy entities materializing before him. Although Midoriya thinks this incident might be linked to his recently acquired Quirk, the unveiling of the Vestiges wouldn’t occur until the Joint Training Arc when Banjo discusses, for the first time, the prior bearers of One For All.

7. Shigaraki’s Backstory

Shigaraki’s Tragic Past And His Connection To All For One Was Teased Back In The Hideout Raid Arc

Episode: 47

In My Hero Academia, although it wasn’t until the My Villain Academia arc that Shigaraki’s ominous past was fully disclosed, hints about it were dropped much earlier. As early as chapter 91 of the manga, All For One, the malevolent mastermind, began using portals to shield Shigaraki from danger. During one such instance, he remarked that Shigaraki’s body wasn’t ready yet and ominously stated, “You will carry on this war.

As an avid manga reader, I can’t help but feel thrilled when I come across a tantalizing single panel depicting a young Shigaraki sitting on the street, with a enigmatic figure offering a helping hand. Piecing together the puzzle from this moment alone was quite challenging, but for those who are privy to the intricate details of Shigaraki’s past, it becomes crystal clear how he found himself in such a predicament.

6. Toga Accidentally Reveals Her Ability To Copy Appearances

Despite The Ability Not Showing Up Until Later In The Story, Toga Revealed Her Quirk’s True Potential Early On

Episode: 38

The talent Toga possesses, where she can mimic anyone’s appearance upon consuming their blood, isn’t disclosed until the final moments of the Provisional License Exam storyline. Despite this, Toga makes multiple appearances within the narrative up until that point. At first, her frequent comments about desiring to become other people appeared to be just a troubling fixation.

In chapter 68 of the manga, it’s not hard for fans to notice hints about Toga’s Quirk’s real power. During her initial encounter with the League of Villains, she openly expresses her desire to be like Mr. Stain, saying “I want to be Mr. Stainy.” At the time, this statement was not fully understood, but it later became clear that Toga was referring to the ominous capabilities of Transform, a Quirk she would use to assume the identities of significant characters in the series, such as Uraraka and Twice.

5. “I’m Surrounded By Sickness”

Overhaul’s True Ideology Was First Hinted In His Very First Appearance

Episode: 65

In the course of his battle against Midoriya, Overhaul expresses his conviction that the world is afflicted with a malady he calls “Hero Sickness.” This idea that Quirks have infected the entire planet can be inferred, though not explicitly stated, during his initial appearance. Here, instead of elaborating on his thoughts, he merely laments, “I’m surrounded by sickness, everywhere I look.

Initially, several fans speculated that Overhaul was merely obsessed with cleanliness, but this assumption was only partially correct. Instead, these occasional mentions of infections and diseases served as hints about his past, revealing how he developed such a unique worldview after studying an old theory from his orphanage.

4. Dabi Says Endeavor’s Real Name

Only A Close Affiliate Or Family Member Would Know A Pro-Hero’s Real Name

Episode: 90

One striking scene in the series is when Dabi discloses his true identity as Toya Todoroki, one of Endeavor’s sons who was thought to have perished during childhood. Before this revelation, there are hints suggesting that he knows much more about Endeavor than he lets on. The most significant clue can be found in chapter 191 of the manga and episode 90 of the anime.

Leaving after a short battle with the heroes, Dabi bids farewell and unexpectedly reveals Endeavor’s true name. This action might seem odd given that he could have researched this information beforehand, but it becomes clearer when we consider Dabi was previously part of the Todoroki family himself.

3. Star And Stripe’s Warning

Star And Stripe’s Last Line In The Story Foreshadowed All For One’s Downfall

Episode: 141

Star and Stripe puts up an incredible battle against Shigaraki, managing to hold him off despite ultimately succumbing to his Decay Quirk. However, in a clever twist, she had set a contingency plan for her own Quirk, one that made it incompatible with others when activated. Consequently, when Shigaraki absorbed her Quirk, it caused his body to disintegrate due to the new rule she had implemented.

As Star and Stripes’ New Order was on the verge of departing, America’s foremost hero delivered a parting warning to the villain, particularly All For One: A genuine hero will eventually thwart his wicked plans. Although it was already evident who Star was referring to, her closing speech served as an epic foreshadowing of events that weren’t far off in the future.

2. Quirk Singularity Theory

What Seemed Like A Random Theory Would End Up Becoming A Reality During The Final Battle

Episode: 80

In the heart of the Remedial Course storyline, the Quirk Singularity Theory is initially introduced. This concept posits that as each new generation manifests Quirks, they become increasingly potent but also more challenging to master. Due to the human body’s slow evolution compared to these abilities, this theory instilled a sense of dread in fans relatively early on in the series.

In the decisive confrontation against Shigaraki, the theory suggests that his body will undergo rampant mutations as a means of adapting to the injuries sustained from having numerous Quirks. Moreover, this scenario may serve as an indication of One For All’s intended function—an ability specifically crafted for passing on, growing stronger with each transfer of power.

1. Aoyama Disappearing During The U.S.J Incident

Aoyama Is Nowhere To Be Seen During The Villains’ First Invasion

Episode: 10

Prior to the impending battle against Shigaraki and All For One, a spy within Class 1-A is uncovered – it’s Aoyama. Clues hinting at Aoyama’s hidden agenda are subtly woven into the narrative. For instance, Aoyama takes center stage in Volume 10 of the manga, titled “All For One”. Yet, a significant clue that might be easily overlooked is that Aoyama seems to vanish altogether once the villains invade the U.S.J arc.

Actually, Aoyama is the one who divulged the hero’s location details to All For One, which explains why he might be trying to stay out of harm’s way. It’s simple for Aoyama to pass this off as a jest, but upon reflection, it was quite evident that things weren’t entirely normal.

2025-04-13 17:24