My Hero Academia [Season 8 Episode 8]

Okay, let’s talk My Hero Academia Season 8 Episode 8—because this one’s got everyone split on whether it’s a vibe or just mid. First off, if you’re here for non-stop explosions and big fights, you might leave a little underwhelmed (shoutout to the fan who called it “boring as hell”—I see you). But if you live for character drama and tiny moments that hint at bigger things? This episode’s got your back.\n\nLet’s start with the elephant in the room: Deku and Bakugo. Their relationship is like a never-ending TikTok drama—some fans are obsessed with their rivalry turning into… whatever this is (comment 5 was right, their interactions are tense AF), while others are so done with Deku chasing Kacchan’s approval (looking at you, comment4 and21). Like, why is Deku still trying to be friends with someone who’s been a total jerk? But hey, Shonen loves this “enemies to not quite friends” arc, even if it feels like Naruto and Sasuke 2.0 sometimes (comment6 called it distasteful, and I get that). Still, that moment where Bakugo had his “starting line” (comment2) was low-key iconic—even if he’s still acting like a tsundere mess.\n\nNow, let’s gush about the side characters because they finally got their time to shine! Mina is officially best girl (comment1, we see you and we agree). And Toru—the invisible girl—got a little more spotlight, which is long overdue (comment2 said she’d be more interesting if she wasn’t so invisible, and yeah, give my girl some screen time!). Todoroki? Dude’s still overpowered as ever (comment14 and15 are right—his half-ice half-fire quirk is chef’s kiss). The training battles where everyone got a moment? That’s the kind of team energy we love in MHA.\n\nSome fans were salty about nothing “big” happening (comment6), but let’s be real—final seasons need to set up the big stuff, right? This episode was all about laying groundwork: All Might’s secret info (comment2 hopes he’s okay), the little hints about what’s coming next for the heroes. Is it the most action-packed? No. But is it necessary? Probably. Though I get the frustration—sometimes you just want to see a big fight instead of characters talking it out.\n\nOverall, this episode is a mixed bag. If you’re here for character moments and drama, you’ll enjoy it. If you want explosions every five minutes, you might skip to the next one. But hey, it’s MHA—even the “boring” episodes have something to love (like Mina being a queen). Can’t wait to see where the Deku-Bakugo mess goes next, and if Todoroki will ever get a costume that matches both his quirks (comment14, same question!).\n\nWhat did you think? Let me know if you’re team “Deku and Bakugo forever” or team “just let them fight already”—either way, this episode’s got people talking, and that’s what makes MHA so fun.
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