My Hero Academia Season 3 Episode 8: From Iida to Midoriya

Manga chapter 84-85

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

9.8

5 Fans

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My Hero Academia Season 3 Episode 8: From Iida to Midoriya

Manga chapter 84-85

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

9.8

5 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

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This episode of My Hero Academia is very emotional because of how it constantly shifts tone. It starts with Class A arguing, then quickly turns serious when Izuku Midoriya receives bad news from the doctor, but still decides to push forward and save Katsuki Bakugo.

What makes it stand out is how it mixes emotions so smoothly. The teamwork when the others join Midoriya shows how much they care about each other, and it makes the mission feel more personal and high-stakes.

Then the disguise moment brings a rare bit of humour, which makes the episode feel lighter for a moment before it shifts again into tension with U.A. being criticised by the media after the incident.

It ends on a strong emotional note, with Bakugo rejecting the villains and still standing by who he is. Overall, it’s an episode that balances sadness, tension, and character growth really well, and it definitely keeps you invested.

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reirei
I love this episode—it felt tense and emotional while clearly setting up something bigger. The formation of this UA student team already looks promising, and I’m really excited to see what they can do. SEATED FOR THIS!
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sandaime
Ooh, I already love this team, honestly. This episode did a great job setting things up for what feels like an iconic moment. Midoriya and Iida’s interaction was emotional too—it almost made me cry. 🥹
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katana
Oh, this Bakugo Rescue Team is definitely an awesome lineup! The chemistry is already there, and it makes me even more interested to see what they can actually pull off once they take action. Lol.
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EPISODE CONTEXT

Landing at the midpoint between the devastating Training Camp arc and the high-stakes rescue operation to come, this episode processes the fallout of Bakugo's abduction and forces Class 1-A to confront the cost of action versus inaction. It directly bridges the attack's aftermath with the planning of a student-led counteroffensive, making it essential connective tissue for everything that follows. Skipping this one means missing the emotional and moral groundwork that gives the upcoming confrontations their weight.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Landing at the midpoint between the devastating Training Camp arc and the high-stakes rescue operation to come, this episode processes the fallout of Bakugo's abduction and forces Class 1-A to confront the cost of action versus inaction. It directly bridges the attack's aftermath with the planning of a student-led counteroffensive, making it essential connective tissue for everything that follows. Skipping this one means missing the emotional and moral groundwork that gives the upcoming confrontations their weight.

QUICK TAKES

lesegopaulinamothibi's avatar
lesegopaulinamothibi
VerifiedVerified

This episode of My Hero Academia is very emotional because of how it constantly shifts tone. It starts with Class A arguing, then quickly turns serious when Izuku Midoriya receives bad news from the doctor, but still decides to push forward and save Katsuki Bakugo.

What makes it stand out is how it mixes emotions so smoothly. The teamwork when the others join Midoriya shows how much they care about each other, and it makes the mission feel more personal and high-stakes.

Then the disguise moment brings a rare bit of humour, which makes the episode feel lighter for a moment before it shifts again into tension with U.A. being criticised by the media after the incident.

It ends on a strong emotional note, with Bakugo rejecting the villains and still standing by who he is. Overall, it’s an episode that balances sadness, tension, and character growth really well, and it definitely keeps you invested.

reirei's avatar
reirei
I love this episode—it felt tense and emotional while clearly setting up something bigger. The formation of this UA student team already looks promising, and I’m really excited to see what they can do. SEATED FOR THIS!
sandaime's avatar
sandaime
Ooh, I already love this team, honestly. This episode did a great job setting things up for what feels like an iconic moment. Midoriya and Iida’s interaction was emotional too—it almost made me cry. 🥹
katana's avatar
katana
Oh, this Bakugo Rescue Team is definitely an awesome lineup! The chemistry is already there, and it makes me even more interested to see what they can actually pull off once they take action. Lol.
charliereviews's avatar
charliereviews

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