My Hero Academia - Izuku Midoriya Super Big Plush (12") - Banpresto

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"My Hero Academia" (MHA) is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Kohei Horikoshi. It was first serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in July 2014. The anime adaptation premiered in April 2016, produced by Studio Bones. Set in a world where the majority of the population possesses superpowers called "Quirks," the story centers on Izuku Midoriya, a Quirkless boy who dreams of becoming a hero.

The narrative unfolds in a society where heroes and villains coexist, with heroism being a respected profession. After a chance encounter with the legendary hero All Might, Izuku inherits All Might's Quirk, "One For All," and gains admission to U.A. High School, a prestigious academy for aspiring heroes. Throughout the series, Izuku and his classmates face various challenges, including intense training, battles against villains, and personal growth as they strive to become professional heroes. Alongside its exploration of heroism and morality, "My Hero Academia" offers a compelling narrative filled with action, humor, and character development.