My Hero Academia: Horikoshi Reveals MHA’s New Power System After Quirks

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This article contains spoilers from Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia.

In the realm of My Hero Academia, as an onlooker, I’ve come to understand that Quirks, a common denominator among its inhabitants, serve as the primary source of power. From the very outset, these special abilities have been a central theme, leaving little room for ambiguity about their existence and purpose. Essentially, Quirks are extraordinary talents bestowed upon roughly 80% of the population at birth, granting them a diverse array of powers, with some inherited from parents and others emerging as unique gifts.

Over the course of several years, Horikoshi unveiled numerous potent Quirks to fans in “My Hero Academia”, but the series’ conclusion took a surprising turn by introducing an exceptionally distinct power system. This system, which has grown increasingly significant, revolves around advanced technology.

Quirks Kept Evolving With Time In My Hero Academia

  • Quirks Have Gotten Consistently Stronger
  • The Next Generation Of Quirks Will Be Stronger

In the thrilling realm of My Hero Academia, I can’t help but marvel at the relatively recent emergence of these extraordinary abilities we call Quirks. They’ve gradually swept across the globe like a tidal wave, transforming it beyond recognition. Interestingly, there are still individuals out there who haven’t been blessed with a Quirk, but they’re becoming increasingly rare.

The original generation of Quirks was undeniably impressive, but let me tell you, nothing compares to the powerhouse abilities we see today! It’s fascinating to witness how each new generation seems to be endowed with stronger Quirks. Some speculate that this trend will eventually reach a tipping point, where those gifted with these abilities may struggle to control them, ultimately leading to catastrophic consequences for our world. Fascinating stuff, isn’t it?

It appears that humanity isn’t quite there yet, but it seems that future users of Quirks in My Hero Academia will be more powerful than what we’ve seen so far, adding to the excitement. However, while Quirks are getting stronger, technological advancements are also progressing rapidly, with recent confirmations that technology has made significant leaps worldwide.

Technology Has Reached A Whole New Level

  • Hero Armors Can Compete With Quirks
  • Support Equipment Is More Important Now

In the universe of My Hero Academia, Quirks remain the primary source of powers, but technology continues to advance significantly day by day. This was emphasized by Horikoshi himself in the latest chapter of the series. As he mentioned, support equipment is no longer merely supportive; it’s indispensable now. In fact, it significantly boosts combat abilities, making it extremely challenging for a hero to operate without these technological advancements, given their immense impact.

In essence, the most striking evidence of technology’s significant progress can be seen in the character Deku. Towards the conclusion of the story, Deku was bestowed with Hero Armor by All Might, an armor that was collectively funded by Class 1-A. It is said that this new armor exceeds the strength of the one All Might used against All For One during the Final War, a claim that underscores the remarkable power displayed by All Might in that battle.

Deku Being Number 4 Hero Means Those With The Means Can Be Dangerous

In the story, Deku’s power significantly increases due to his new Hero Armor, making him capable of rivalry with top-tier heroes like Bakugo. His high rank as No. 4 Hero further emphasizes this. Interestingly, if this technology becomes common, it could lead to a shift in the world of My Hero Academia, where those who can afford it might gain superpowers, potentially reducing the influence of natural Quirks.

The manga series “My Hero Academia,” created by Horikoshi, concluded after 431 engaging chapters, available for readers on Manga Plus. Meanwhile, fans eagerly await the premiere of Season 8 of the anime adaptation, set for October 4, 2025. Stream the series on Crunchyroll.

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2025-08-23 13:07