A new anime short confirms the new number one hero in My Hero Academia's post-timeskip future.
The final special for My Hero Academia's anime, titled "I am a hero too," has officially unveiled the new top hero rankings following a significant ten-year timeskip. This new short, now streaming on Crunchyroll, adapts the concluding pages of Kohei Horikoshi's manga, offering a definitive update on Izuku Midoriya's future and the evolving landscape of professional heroism. It provides a crucial glimpse into the world a decade after the climactic battle against All For One.
The special reveals that Izuku Midoriya, known as Deku, has rapidly ascended to fourth place in the hero rankings. This follows his decision to return to part-time pro hero work, aided by a special suit crafted by his Class 1-A friends. His renewed presence also inspired Katsuki Bakugo, who, previously ranked fifteenth, has now climbed to fifth place, fueled by his old rival's return to action.
The confirmed final top five hero rankings are: Lemillion at number one, followed by Shoto Todoroki in second, and Mt. Lady in third. Deku secures the fourth position, with Great Explosion Murder God Dynamight, Bakugo's hero name, rounding out the top five. This new hierarchy establishes a clear shift in the professional hero landscape, reflecting the impact of the past decade's events.
Lemillion's ascent to the top spot is a fitting conclusion, given his significant role in the main series and his prior consideration as All Might's potential successor for One For All. His leadership at the apex of the hero world provides a strong, established figure to guide the next generation, reflecting his inherent capabilities and past contributions to the hero society.
While Deku does not claim the number one position, a role many fans anticipated when My Hero Academia first began, this outcome is presented as a perfect ending for his character. His continued influence as a hero who saved the world, combined with his role as a teacher, allows him to shape the future of heroism more directly than All Might ever did. This dual path solidifies his legacy beyond just raw power.
