The Final War arc in My Hero Academia is packed with unforgettable moments. From a storytelling angle, this is fantastic, but as fans, we sometimes wish we could erase some of the more gut-wrenching scenes from our memory.
The showdown between Bakugo and Shigaraki is particularly hard to watch. Sure, it’s epic to see Bakugo face off against such a powerful foe in the series’ final arc, but it’s also incredibly stressful for those who adore his character. Over the course of the story, Bakugo has grown immensely, becoming one of the most beloved and well-crafted characters in My Hero Academia. So, seeing him in serious danger is naturally distressing for fans.
Is Bakugo dead in ‘My Hero Academia?’
In chapter 362 of the manga (and in season 7, episode 11 of the anime), Bakugo meets a grim fate. After a fierce battle with Shigaraki, during which the villain taunts him and vows to present his dead body to Deku, Bakugo takes a devastating hit to the chest. His heart bursts, leaving him bleeding on the ground with a gaping hole in his chest. The “Coffin in the Sky” plan the heroes had wasn’t intended for him, but it sure feels like it.
In his final moments, Bakugo sees the vestige of All Might and reveals he always wanted All Might to sign his childhood trading card. This touching detail drives home the severity of the situation, making it feel like the end for Bakugo.
But don’t despair! Bakugo’s death isn’t permanent. In a world filled with unique quirks, the author wasn’t going to let a fan-favorite stay dead. Enter Edgeshot, who uses his Zenith technique to transform into thin threads and stitch Bakugo’s heart and lungs back together from the inside. This heroic act requires Edgeshot to sacrifice his own body.
After the repairs, a small explosion from Bakugo’s quirk restarts his heart, and by chapter 403, he’s back in action. Despite the makeshift surgery leaving him in pain, he’s still able to fight. And if there’s one thing Bakugo is known for, it’s his relentless fighting spirit.
My Hero Academia has its share of tragic deaths, but Bakugo isn’t joining the ranks of the departed just yet. The young hero still has a bright future ahead.
