My Hero Academia Season 6 Episode 20: Hired Gun

Manga chapter 296-297

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.8

15 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

← Prev: EP 19 Next: EP 21 →

My Hero Academia Season 6 Episode 20: Hired Gun

Manga chapter 296-297

Canon/MED

← Prev: EP 19 Next: EP 21 →

OSHIMETER

9.8

15 Fans

5

4

3

2

1

PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

QUICK TAKES

This arc is really interesting. Some people call this the “Dark Deku” era, but I don’t really see it, lol. He’s still Deku. It’s just the situation that makes everything feel darker and, honestly, more interesting. No more fun and rainbows for this child. T^T

Oh? Things are looking more interesting now. The story is progressing smoothly, and I honestly like the pacing. It’s like Deku’s going on solo quests right now, lol. Nothing too flashy yet, but it’s definitely keeping the intrigue alive.

The lasting impact of what happened felt so relatable to real life. It was really well-written and delivered here. I love this phase that Midoriya’s going through. This is him facing reality and learning from it.

Intense action, sharp animation, and a glimpse into the enemy side make this episode stand out. Make it hard not to like an antihero.

This episode felt very emotional. I really believe that a teamwork and friendship are a strong bond that you can't separate in your life. It's not about being alone but it is about having someone to fight with

Nagant is genuinely one of the coolest characters this season introduces. Her quirk, her backstory, the fight choreography, all of it goes hard.

This episode really leans into emotional growth. It’s less about destruction and more about reflection, and honestly it hits harder because of THAT.

Introduces a new kind of threat that feels way more tactical than brute force. The fight dynamics are different, which keeps things fresh. Definitely keeps you on edge. WATCH.

Seeing the whole class chase after him hit hard. It’s chaotic but full of heart. Everyone shows up, not as heroes, but as friends. That’s what makes it land. 🫶

Enemies combine mechanics and terrain hazards.
Heroes must synchronize quirk combos, control movement, and manage stamina across multiple fronts

The sniper battle is high stakes and the animation for the bullets and the movement is buttery smooth. The sound of the shots is incredibly crisp. The soundtrack builds incredible tension for the distance battle.

I loved how Deku was similar to Spider Man, more so because it was fluid and the sound in combination of the high speed chase made it more intense. Hearing what the civilian said after he was saved shows that the public still distrusts heroes.

The tone turns reflective as Deku finally slows down and the emotional weight of everything catches up to him. Quiet conversations and small gestures carry more impact than fights here. It feels like a necessary breather that gently rebuilds hope.

This high-risk, high-reward plan of keeping Deku in action is so stressful. As valuable as he is, he’s also the enemy’s target, which makes it hard not to feel conflicted. Still, the episode nails the dark, heavy atmosphere and how high the stakes are.

dinaris_scarlet

All for One makes his move! Good to know that Deku’s actions are predictable, our good little Shounen protagonist brain strikes again! It is refreshing looking at the shows visual direction this episode, trading out the vibrant colors in favor of diffused grays. Gets me excited!

EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at episode 20 of 25, 'Hired Gun' is deep into Season 6's back half, which follows the devastating aftermath of the Paranormal Liberation War and Deku's shift to solo vigilante work. It builds directly on the emotional and physical escalation of 'Full Power!!' while introducing a dangerous new adversary whose presence feeds directly into the next episode, 'The Lovely Lady Nagant.' This stretch represents the season's final act setup, pushing Deku toward his breaking point before the endgame.

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EPISODE CONTEXT

Sitting at episode 20 of 25, 'Hired Gun' is deep into Season 6's back half, which follows the devastating aftermath of the Paranormal Liberation War and Deku's shift to solo vigilante work. It builds directly on the emotional and physical escalation of 'Full Power!!' while introducing a dangerous new adversary whose presence feeds directly into the next episode, 'The Lovely Lady Nagant.' This stretch represents the season's final act setup, pushing Deku toward his breaking point before the endgame.

QUICK TAKES

This arc is really interesting. Some people call this the “Dark Deku” era, but I don’t really see it, lol. He’s still Deku. It’s just the situation that makes everything feel darker and, honestly, more interesting. No more fun and rainbows for this child. T^T

Oh? Things are looking more interesting now. The story is progressing smoothly, and I honestly like the pacing. It’s like Deku’s going on solo quests right now, lol. Nothing too flashy yet, but it’s definitely keeping the intrigue alive.

The lasting impact of what happened felt so relatable to real life. It was really well-written and delivered here. I love this phase that Midoriya’s going through. This is him facing reality and learning from it.

Intense action, sharp animation, and a glimpse into the enemy side make this episode stand out. Make it hard not to like an antihero.

This episode felt very emotional. I really believe that a teamwork and friendship are a strong bond that you can't separate in your life. It's not about being alone but it is about having someone to fight with

Nagant is genuinely one of the coolest characters this season introduces. Her quirk, her backstory, the fight choreography, all of it goes hard.

This episode really leans into emotional growth. It’s less about destruction and more about reflection, and honestly it hits harder because of THAT.

Introduces a new kind of threat that feels way more tactical than brute force. The fight dynamics are different, which keeps things fresh. Definitely keeps you on edge. WATCH.

Seeing the whole class chase after him hit hard. It’s chaotic but full of heart. Everyone shows up, not as heroes, but as friends. That’s what makes it land. 🫶

Enemies combine mechanics and terrain hazards.
Heroes must synchronize quirk combos, control movement, and manage stamina across multiple fronts

The sniper battle is high stakes and the animation for the bullets and the movement is buttery smooth. The sound of the shots is incredibly crisp. The soundtrack builds incredible tension for the distance battle.

I loved how Deku was similar to Spider Man, more so because it was fluid and the sound in combination of the high speed chase made it more intense. Hearing what the civilian said after he was saved shows that the public still distrusts heroes.

The tone turns reflective as Deku finally slows down and the emotional weight of everything catches up to him. Quiet conversations and small gestures carry more impact than fights here. It feels like a necessary breather that gently rebuilds hope.

This high-risk, high-reward plan of keeping Deku in action is so stressful. As valuable as he is, he’s also the enemy’s target, which makes it hard not to feel conflicted. Still, the episode nails the dark, heavy atmosphere and how high the stakes are.

dinaris_scarlet

All for One makes his move! Good to know that Deku’s actions are predictable, our good little Shounen protagonist brain strikes again! It is refreshing looking at the shows visual direction this episode, trading out the vibrant colors in favor of diffused grays. Gets me excited!

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All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com

©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.

All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their owners. If you are a rights holder and have concerns about any content on this site, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com