He The final chapter of “My Hero Academia” will be published on August 5, 2024, marking the end of one of the most influential series of recent times. The series creator, Kohei Horikoshirecently shared his thoughts on the upcoming conclusion of his superhero oeuvre, revealing that he still can't fully come to terms with the global reach it's had.

In a recent interview with Viz Media, a North American manga distributor, Horikoshi reflected on the impact of “My Hero Academia,” which will end with the publication of chapter 430. The interview covered several topics, including How Horikoshi feels about “My Hero Academia” reaching 100 million copies in circulation worldwidewith the English version consistently ranking on bestseller lists in America.

Horikoshi confessed that this success “doesn’t seem real to him”, giving much of the credit to the foreign teams responsible for marketing and distribution outside Japan. However, the interviewer highlighted that the strong international appeal of the series comes from the work itself, as foreign readers tend to be demanding and many abandon a work if they do not find it interesting. «International readers rate the manga very harshly», said the interviewer. «Many people stop reading it halfway through if they find it boring, so the continued sales success of 'My Hero Academia' means that many people find it entertaining.».

Horikoshi, flattered by these commentsreplied modestly: «Well, if you put it that way… No, thank you. Really. It must mean that people recognize it as a quality series.». The interview also touched on American influences on “My Hero Academia,” such as Horikoshi’s inspiration for creating superhero names that would fit into a superhero comic book. While Horikoshi's ideals of heroism were initially shaped by Eiichiro Oda's work in "One Piece" and Goku from "Dragon Ball," they evolved into real-life acts of heroism.even in small actions of encouragement and support of ordinary people.

For readers who have followed the final story of “My Hero Academia,” this philosophical perspective from Horikoshi comes as no surprise. The author managed to capture the essence of heroism, both in great deeds and in small, everyday acts, something that resonated deeply with a global audience. With the final chapter just around the corner, the legacy of “Boku no Hero Academia” seems to be assured, leaving an indelible mark on manga and anime culture.

Source: Comic Book Resources