My Hero Academia Chapter 422 was released on Monday, May 13, 2024, continuing the intense predicament between All For One and the Heroes. With the final sparks of One For All left, Deku is moving closer to defeating the villain. His classmates and the Pro Heroes also arrived at the scene to extend a helping hand to him.
The previous chapter of the manga showcased the pivotal role of Deku’s friends in the ongoing battle against All For One. The villain gradually realizes that Deku’s strength surpasses his expectations and is not due to his powers alone. The chapter concluded with a suspenseful cliffhanger, hinting at the forthcoming dynamics between the heroes and the villain.
My Hero Academia chapter 422 spoilers: Deku’s friends become his power
This chapter of My Hero Academia commenced with All For One launching an attack on Deku and Yuga Aoyama. The latter was aiding him in his escape while Aizawa explored ways to create a portal. However, their plans were thwarted, and Deku sprinted across the battlefield, utilizing Full Cowling. The villain’s latest form was overpowering, wreaking havoc on the battlefield.
The villain delves into the mechanism of his latest form and explains that the Full Factor Release form isn’t supposed to come from his emotions. He can manipulate several quirks at once and attack them. Toru Hagakure intercepts his attack, followed by instant offense from Momo Yaoyorozu and Denki Kaminari. However, their attack proves futile as All For One launches a massive attack on them. The attack was blocked by several heroes, including Rikido Sato, Hanta Sero, Koji Koda, Mashirao Ojiro, and many more.
After several back-and-forth attacks, All For One becomes frustrated and wonders why these heroes wouldn’t give up. Deku lunges towards him with the help of Gentle Criminal’s trampoline. All For One finally understands that Deku’s weakness is the strength of his allies and reminisces the words he tells the young hero.
My Hero Academia chapter 422 ending: Everyone supports the young Hero
All For One shoots towards Deku, but the hole in his hand starts to bleed. Tenya Iida grabs Deku’s hands, and the villain realizes he must immobilize Deku to stop others from making moves. Alongside the battle, All Might is appreciated by the US pilots for adding ejection seats to their jets. Deku wants to win the battle with as few losses as possible. They question All Might and say that Deku has been special since the first day he met the young boy.
Iida and Deku reminisce about their first day at U.A., and he reflects on what Ochako said about his name, Deku. He finally comprehends the significance of her remark, while Ochako is shown pondering over the same thing on her way to the hospital. The protagonist is gearing up to execute his ultimate move. Meanwhile, the US president has dispatched all their Pro Heroes to Japan. Deku’s mother, Todoroki, Eri, Tsukauchi, Kota, Gran Torino, and numerous other characters pour out their hearts, urging him to give his best. Deku can hear their voices, and the chapter concludes with what appears to be his final move on All For One.
