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Boku no Hero Academia 6 - Episode 20
Mb | Feb 19, 2023 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The latest episode is here, and it’s an emotional rollercoaster. Toshinori, once the country’s mightiest hero, is now Deku’s father figure, bringing him food, driving him around, and caring for his well-being. He feels guilty for the role he played in Deku’s current situation, and the episode delves deep into his emotions. The events of the episode make it clear that the heroes have lost control, and the fate of the country rests on the shoulders of a child.
The final battle between All For One and One For All is approaching, and Izuku needs even more support. The second and third users of One For All are holding back, while the others are doing their best to convince them to join the cause. In the end, the only convincing argument is that there’s no other choice—the other side is worse. Deku’s goal is to lure out the enemy and force a confrontation before he reaches his full strength.
Meanwhile, the Big Three are playing a dangerous game: they’re trying to get close enough to strike but not so close that their collaboration with him is exposed. Hawks, always one step ahead, warns Deku about Lady Nagant, a new and terrifying opponent. Lady Nagant has a unique superpower—a sniper rifle protruding from her elbow—and she’s not just a hero turned villain but also a former government agent with a complicated past. Her appearance and a crazy transformation bring a lot of exciting ideas that drive the story forward and put Deku’s new abilities to the test.
When Deku takes the lead, his compassion and skills will be crucial to defeating Lady Nagant and creating a new symbol of peace. Stay tuned to find out what happens next in this action-packed episode of Boku no Hero Academia.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.