Recap of My Hero Academia Seasons 1 to 5

Overview

Setting: World where most people have special powers known as quirks.
Main Character: Izuku Midoriya, dreams of becoming a hero despite being quirkless initially.

Izuku's Journey Begins:
- Attack by Sludge Villain: Saved by All Might, the most famous hero.
- All Might's Weak Form: Reveals himself as a frail man due to an injury.
- Training for One for All: All Might sees potential in Izuku and designs a 10-month training regimen.
- Entrance Exam: Izuku passes UA High entrance exam despite scoring zero in the practical section by earning rescue points.
Early Challenges:
- Physical Test: Held by Eraserhead with a threat of expulsion for the worst performer.
- Hero Costumes and Combat Training: Izuku pairs with Uraraka against Bakugou.
- Mock Battle Victory: Izuku manages a draw against Bakugou using strategy.

Class 1-A Adjusts:
- Class President Election: Izuku becomes class president but hands over the position to Iida.
- Rescue Training: Introduced by Rescue Hero 13; interrupted by a villain attack at USJ.
- Villain Confrontation: All Might faces off against Nomu, assisted by students.
- Hero Killer Stain: Stain’s ideology influences many; defeated by a group effort from Izuku, Todoroki, and Iida.
UA Sports Festival:
- Obstacle Course and Cavalry Battle: Key events showcasing student quirks and strategies.
- Izuku vs Todoroki: Intense battle where Todoroki is urged to use his fire quirk by Izuku.
- Bakugou's Victory: Wins the festival but feels unfulfilled.

Training Camp Arc:
- Wild Wild Pussycats: Class 1-A embarks on a summer training camp in the forest.
- Villain Attack: Students allowed to use quirks to defend themselves; Bakugou kidnapped by villains.
- Rescue Mission: Midoriya and friends strategize to rescue Bakugou without combat.
- All Might vs. All For One: All Might’s final battle, leading to his retirement.
Dorm System:
- Parents' Approval: Students move into dorms for better protection.
- Training for Provisional Licenses: Focus on developing ultimate moves.

Hero Work Studies:
- Internships: Students return to hero agencies to gain experience.
- Overhaul Arc: Izuku, Mirio, and other heroes battle Overhaul to rescue Eri.
- Eri’s Rescue: Successful mission but with heavy injuries and losses.
School Festival:
- Gentle and La Brava: Villain duo trying to disrupt the event; defeated by Izuku.
- Eri’s Smile: Concert brings joy to Eri, marking her first smile.

Joint Training Arc:
- Class 1-A vs. Class 1-B: Students face off to showcase their improvements.
- Izuku's New Quirk: Blackwhip manifests, complicating the joint training.
Meta Liberation Army and Paranormal Liberation Front:
- Villain Development: Shigaraki gains support from the Meta Liberation Army.
- Gigantomachia: League of Villains faces Gigantomachia to prove their worth.
Endeavor’s Growth and Family:
- Internships with Endeavor: Focus on improving skills under the number one hero.
- Family Dynamics: Endeavor's attempts to atone for past mistakes.

All Might vs. All For One: Culminates in All Might's retirement.
Hero Killer Stain Arc: Examines hero society’s morality.
Overhaul Arc: Major battle to save Eri from Overhaul’s clutches.
Joint Training Arc: Highlights student improvements and new abilities.
Meta Liberation Army Arc: Shigaraki’s rise to power and becoming a major threat.

Izuku Midoriya (Deku): From quirkless to inheriting One for All, constantly improving and showcasing new abilities.
Katsuki Bakugou: Struggles with his aggressive nature, learns teamwork, and respects rivals.
Shoto Todoroki: Comes to terms with his family and quirk, learning to embrace his flame.
Eri: Rescued and slowly learning to find joy and control her immense power.
All Might: Transition from being the symbol of peace to mentoring the next generation.

Heroism: The qualities that define a hero—sacrifice, bravery, and the drive to help others.
Growth: Personal and professional growth of the characters as they face challenges.
Legacy: Passing of the torch, especially emphasized with All Might and One for All.
Morality: The varying ideologies within hero society, especially through characters like Stain and Shigaraki.
Determination: Overcoming personal and external obstacles to achieve hero status.

Future Prospects: End of fifth season sets the stage for further conflicts with the Paranormal Liberation Front, growth of the heroes-in-training, and midoriya’s mastering of One for All.

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