My Hero Academia Season 6 Episode 17: The Wrong Way to Put Out a Fire

Manga chapter 290-291

Canon/HIGH

OSHIMETER

9.4

14 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

← Prev: EP 16 Next: EP 18 →

My Hero Academia Season 6 Episode 17: The Wrong Way to Put Out a Fire

Manga chapter 290-291

Canon/HIGH

← Prev: EP 16 Next: EP 18 →

OSHIMETER

9.4

14 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

Touya’s past was definitely heartbreaking. He really got the bad side of being the eldest in a Quirk Marriage. Plus, adding a terrible father into the mix? Yeah. Anyway, this episode felt a bit slow since it was more dialogue-driven, but it still had enough impact to keep things interesting.

Toya is definitely Endeavor’s son with how obsessive and crazy he became. I can’t even sympathize with Endeavor, no matter how I look at it from different angles. Anyway, this episode feels like a turning point for this family, and I really wanna see them finally be happy.

Now, I kinda understand why everyone loves Hawks. This dude was amazing. I love his character so much, and with Best Jeanist in the mix? Dang, they looked unstoppable. We’re finally getting some damage control. Let’s gooo!

Bro, Stain vs Iida hit DIFFERENT. The Hero Killer's ideology actually made sense?? Iida's rage-fueled vendetta finally boiling over while Todoroki and Izuku jump in clutch, this episode had me GLUED. Absolute banger of an arc. 🔥

This episode is really a wrong way to put out the fire. IT just felt heavy, and the society started to feel indifferent. I think this will be a biggest turnover for the plot

The mood is heavy again. You can feel the emotional cracks forming, and it honestly makes the whole season feel more grounded. Not loud hype — just deep impact.

A quieter episode focused on the psychological fallout. You can see how everything is weighing on the characters. Not action-heavy, but very meaningful. WATCH.

The city feels darker now. Deku moving solo, barely resting, barely talking. Every fight looks draining. It’s cool seeing him stronger, but you can tell this path isn’t healthy. 🥀

Main hero runs solo patrols like a max-level player farming high-risk zones.
Mobility build optimized.
Constant vigilance active

More lore and more pain. The history of how things went wrong and It adds so much depth to the villain's motivation and the hero's failure. The animation for the flashbacks is consistent and atmospheric.

Seeing the flickering lights and the shadows in the flashback made the tragedy much terrifying. The transitation that they made with the sound of a child crying into the roar of blue flames was outstanding. Even the dialogue about "looking at me" was magnificent.

Everything finally comes to a head as Class 1-A confronts Deku. The episode hits hard emotionally, especially seeing how much his friends care about him. The mix of action and heartfelt dialogue makes it one of the most powerful, character-driven moments of the season.

Dabi’s backstory really shows why he became who he is. Growing up under crushing expectations takes a hidden toll, and the neglect he faced after trying to earn his dad’s approval deepens the darkness within him. A heavy, lore-packed episode.

dinaris_scarlet

While the Todoroki’s family drama keeps the dark tone of the season alive, lo and behold the power of family and friends is the solution to the current situation. I am not complaining if I get to see Endeavor cry as a result though, much deserved. Can’t wait for the next episode!

EPISODE CONTEXT

Arriving past the season's midpoint at episode 17 of 25, this follows the devastating fallout of Dabi's public revelation of his true identity and his condemnation of Endeavor, which shattered both the Todoroki family and public trust in hero society. This introspective episode provides essential backstory and emotional grounding before the narrative pivots toward how the family — and hero society at large — will attempt to rebuild and confront the threats still looming ahead.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Arriving past the season's midpoint at episode 17 of 25, this follows the devastating fallout of Dabi's public revelation of his true identity and his condemnation of Endeavor, which shattered both the Todoroki family and public trust in hero society. This introspective episode provides essential backstory and emotional grounding before the narrative pivots toward how the family — and hero society at large — will attempt to rebuild and confront the threats still looming ahead.

QUICK TAKES

Touya’s past was definitely heartbreaking. He really got the bad side of being the eldest in a Quirk Marriage. Plus, adding a terrible father into the mix? Yeah. Anyway, this episode felt a bit slow since it was more dialogue-driven, but it still had enough impact to keep things interesting.

Toya is definitely Endeavor’s son with how obsessive and crazy he became. I can’t even sympathize with Endeavor, no matter how I look at it from different angles. Anyway, this episode feels like a turning point for this family, and I really wanna see them finally be happy.

Now, I kinda understand why everyone loves Hawks. This dude was amazing. I love his character so much, and with Best Jeanist in the mix? Dang, they looked unstoppable. We’re finally getting some damage control. Let’s gooo!

Bro, Stain vs Iida hit DIFFERENT. The Hero Killer's ideology actually made sense?? Iida's rage-fueled vendetta finally boiling over while Todoroki and Izuku jump in clutch, this episode had me GLUED. Absolute banger of an arc. 🔥

This episode is really a wrong way to put out the fire. IT just felt heavy, and the society started to feel indifferent. I think this will be a biggest turnover for the plot

The mood is heavy again. You can feel the emotional cracks forming, and it honestly makes the whole season feel more grounded. Not loud hype — just deep impact.

A quieter episode focused on the psychological fallout. You can see how everything is weighing on the characters. Not action-heavy, but very meaningful. WATCH.

The city feels darker now. Deku moving solo, barely resting, barely talking. Every fight looks draining. It’s cool seeing him stronger, but you can tell this path isn’t healthy. 🥀

Main hero runs solo patrols like a max-level player farming high-risk zones.
Mobility build optimized.
Constant vigilance active

More lore and more pain. The history of how things went wrong and It adds so much depth to the villain's motivation and the hero's failure. The animation for the flashbacks is consistent and atmospheric.

Seeing the flickering lights and the shadows in the flashback made the tragedy much terrifying. The transitation that they made with the sound of a child crying into the roar of blue flames was outstanding. Even the dialogue about "looking at me" was magnificent.

Everything finally comes to a head as Class 1-A confronts Deku. The episode hits hard emotionally, especially seeing how much his friends care about him. The mix of action and heartfelt dialogue makes it one of the most powerful, character-driven moments of the season.

Dabi’s backstory really shows why he became who he is. Growing up under crushing expectations takes a hidden toll, and the neglect he faced after trying to earn his dad’s approval deepens the darkness within him. A heavy, lore-packed episode.

dinaris_scarlet

While the Todoroki’s family drama keeps the dark tone of the season alive, lo and behold the power of family and friends is the solution to the current situation. I am not complaining if I get to see Endeavor cry as a result though, much deserved. Can’t wait for the next episode!

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©堀越耕平／集英社・僕のヒーローアカデミア製作委員会

AnimeOshi.com refers to anime titles, character names, logos, and other trademarked or copyrighted materials to identify and describe the works being reviewed, discussed, ranked or otherwise referenced on this site. This usage is believed to be nominative fair use or non-infringing and is not intended to imply any affiliation with the respective rights holders.

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