My Hero Academia Chapter 418: Release Date, Where To Read, Expected Plot, And More

Deku is about to witness little Tenko’s devastating Decay quirk manifest, an event that drastically changes him. Don’t miss My Hero Academia Chapter 418’s release; find out the deets and more here!

By Sneha Sam

Updated on Mar 28, 2024 | 08:00 PM IST | 238.5K

My Hero Academia [Kōhei Horikoshi, BONES, FUNimation, Crunchyroll, Shueisha]

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My Hero Academia Chapter 418: Release date and where to read
Expected plot in My Hero Academia Chapter 418
My Hero Academia Chapter 417 recap

The previous chapter of My Hero Academia unveiled a captivating continuation of the intense battle between Izuku 'Deku' Midoriya and Tomura Shigaraki, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. With Deku now delving into Shigaraki's past and discovering his origins as Tenko Shimura, accompanied by Nana Shimura, My Hero Academia Chapter 418 looms on the horizon with more answers.

Here's everything you need to know about the chapter's release, what to expect, where to read it, and a recap of the previous chapter.

My Hero Academia [Kōhei Horikoshi, BONES, FUNimation, Crunchyroll, Shueisha]

My Hero Academia Chapter 418: Release date and where to read

My Hero Academia Chapter 418 is set to release on Monday, April 1, 2023, at 12 AM JST. International fans can expect it to be available on Sunday, March 31, depending on their time zone.

Shueisha’s MANGA Plus service and Viz Media’s official website will offer free access to My Hero Academia Chapter 418 after its release, providing the series's first and latest three installments. Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ app also provides a subscription-based service to access the entire series.

My Hero Academia [Kōhei Horikoshi, BONES, FUNimation, Crunchyroll, Shueisha]

Expected plot in My Hero Academia Chapter 418

In My Hero Academia Chapter 418, readers can anticipate Deku witnessing the harrowing moment where Shigaraki's Decay quirk manifests for the first time. As Shigaraki's traumatic past unfolds, the destructive force unleashed by his Decay quirk will cause widespread devastation, shattering the surroundings and endangering anyone in its path. For Deku, witnessing the destructive power of Shigaraki's quirk firsthand will be a sobering and traumatic experience.

Moreover, the devastation caused by Shigaraki's quirk will serve to underscore the urgency of Deku's mission to save him. My Hero Academia Chapter 418 may see Deku make a breakthrough in their conflict, potentially changing the course of the battle and setting the stage for the aftermath of the Final War.

In My Hero Academia Chapter 418, fans can anticipate significant developments in the ongoing battle between Deku and Shigaraki. Shigaraki's power will likely reach unprecedented levels, showcasing a darker side that fans have yet to witness. As Deku delves deeper into Shigaraki's traumatic past, he aims to save him from his descent into villainy, leading to an emotional breakthrough.

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My Hero Academia [Kōhei Horikoshi, BONES, FUNimation, Crunchyroll, Shueisha]

My Hero Academia Chapter 417 recap

In My Hero Academia Chapter 417, the battle between Deku and Shigaraki reaches a climactic moment as Deku forces his way inside Shigaraki's consciousness, causing a burst of wind and light. Shigaraki attempts to block Deku's attack but fails, resulting in the transfer of every former user of One For All except for Nana Shimura. Nana realizes her weakness is the reason for her exclusion.

Meanwhile, Deku encounters a dark version of himself, representing Shigaraki's perspective, urging him to abandon his pursuit of the truth. Shigaraki attempts to harm Deku through various means, revealing Deku's newfound vulnerability in this reality. Nana appears and explains Deku's physical presence due to his connection with One For All.

As Deku navigates through Shigaraki's consciousness, he encounters manifestations of past adversaries, including Stain, Redestro, and Overhaul, questioning him about his motives and burdens. Despite these challenges, Deku presses forward, determined to uncover the truth behind Shigaraki's origins.

Upon reaching the Shimura household, Deku witnesses a heartbreaking scene from Shigaraki's past, where Kotaro abuses a young Tenko. Nana confronts her failures as a mother, apologizing to Kotaro for her weakness and to Tenko for the pain she caused. Deku intervenes, breaking through the barrier and reaching out to Tenko and Kotaro, ultimately destroying Shigaraki's core. Nana and Kotaro reconcile before fading away, leaving behind a remorseful Tenko. The chapter concludes with Deku in his school uniform meeting Tenko for the first time.

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